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Add a Metabolic Finisher to Maximize Fat Burn
- by Michelle
- January 28, 2020
People are always asking me about the best ways to maximize time in the gym and how to get the best calorie burn in the least amount of time. There are many ways to get in a good workout with minimal time commitment, but I always stress that a shortened workout schedule […]Read More >>
Does Alcohol Really Affect Fat Loss?
- by Michelle
- November 16, 2019
Does Alcohol Really Affect Fat Loss? I get this questions from clients all the time, especially in the days leading up to long weekends! Yes, it’s always nice to be able to “cheat” on your clean eating plan once and a while to enjoy a few cocktails with friends (or more than a few for […]Read More >>
Healthy Snacks – Beat Afternoon Cravings With These Simple Tips
- by Michelle
- October 8, 2019
We all feel it on either a daily basis or just once and a while, that mid-afternoon “slump”. That time of day where you start to feel tired, hungry (possibly “hangry”), and you begin to crave sugary carbohydrates food not healthy snacks. There are many reasons this drop in energy could be happening, so instead […]Read More >>
Are You Ready To Take Our 21 Day Challenge? Start Whenever You Want!
- by Michelle
- May 2, 2017
Did you set a few resolutions to make 2017 your healthiest year? To lose some weight? Improve your fitness level? Make more of a commitment to yourself? How is it going so far? We are well into 2017 and this is a great time to sit down and really reflect on how things are going. Time […]Read More >>
2 New Exercises For CORE Strength at Home – No Equipment Required!
- by Michelle
- March 17, 2016
There is an on-going debate going on between trainers, fitness professionals, doctor’s, fitness fanatics, and those who just think they know everything about everything about which ab exercises are the best to build 6-pack abs. I am not even going to attempt making a statement about what the absolute best exercise is, frankly because their […]Read More >>
One of the Best Ways to Build a 6 Pack at Home – No Equipment Required!
- by Michelle
- March 13, 2016
Have you ever wished you could clean your floors and work your abs at the same time?? NO? Well you should, because what an amazing way to muli-task! LOL JK 😉 Only weird people like me probably think of these things….. Many people think that in order to get results from a workout you have […]Read More >>
2 Exercises to Target Your Lower Abs
- by Michelle
- March 3, 2016
Let’s keep it real, everyone would love to have a flat stomach and ripped up washboard abs….right? What if I told you that this dream can be a reality for everyone! With the right nutrition and exercising the correct way the dream of a flat and toned stomach is attainable. I’m going to give you […]Read More >>
21 Day Reboot your Resolutions Challenge – Is Now Open For Registration!
- by Michelle
- February 29, 2016
Did you set a few resolutions to make 2016 your healthiest year? to lose some weight? improve your fitness level? make more of a commitment to yourself? How is it going so far? We are now two months into 2016 and this is a great time to reflect on how things are going. […]Read More >>
The BEST Dynamic Stretch You Should Be doing Regularly
- by Michelle
- February 18, 2016
Do you sit at a desk all day? Do you sit down and text or scroll through the internet on you smartphone? Do you workout hard and never stretch or warm-up properly? If you are guilty of any of these (or all three?) you could be suffering from tight hips, rounded shoulders, and/or tight neck […]Read More >>
One of the Best Exercises for Firmer Glutes & Toned Thighs: The Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift
- by Michelle
- January 27, 2016
Over the years I have trained a lot of females and almost every single one of them has asked me which exercise I think is the best for tightening their bum or toning the back of their thighs. It seems the newest craze is women wanting more curves, meaning adding a little more “junk in […]Read More >>
How to Reduce Muscle Aches after a Day on the Slopes
- by Michelle
- January 6, 2016
It is very common to wake up with stiff muscles the morning after a long day of skiing or snowboarding, especially early in the ski season because your body is not yet adapted to the demands placed on it during these popular winter sports. Whether you are an athlete or a weekend warrior, it […]Read More >>
Michelle’s Top 10 Strategies for Successful Weight Loss
- by Michelle
- January 4, 2016
Happy New Year Everyone! It’s a new year, which means many of us are setting resolutions and goals to make this the best year yet. A common January goal is to lose weight, this is a great goal; however, it is important to have a plan on how you are going to get to this […]Read More >>
It’s Challenge Time! CORE Conditioning Present: New Year – New You – 21 Day Challenge
- by Michelle
- December 29, 2015
IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN! NEW YEAR – NEW YOU 21 Day CHALLENGE Only 3 Weeks to a flatter stomach and feeling great! ONLY OPEN TO 30 PEOPLE SO…… CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW! OUR LAST 6 CHALLENGES HAVE SOLD OUT QUICKLY, SO DON’T WAIT! ONCE IT’S […]Read More >>
GYM HYGIENE ETIQUETTE 101 – A MUST READ!
- by Michelle
- November 19, 2015
As winter approaches us there are some basic rules you should follow as a gym member to avoid being “that stinky person” at your gym or in your group fitness classes. During the summer months most gym’s are able to have fans blowing and doors open to let fresh air and a nice breeze […]Read More >>
Why You’re Not Getting the Results You Want – Guest Post by Mike Whitfield
- by Michelle
- November 8, 2015
I got this in an email from Mike Whitfield (www.trainwithfinishers.com) and had to share with my audience also. At CORE Conditioning, my soldiers know how I feel about “fad diets” and “trendy workouts” — meaning we are not about it. It’s all about finding something you can stick to long term, something you enjoy, and […]Read More >>
Regular Plank Getting Boring? Let’s Make It Interesting By Adding a Pike!
- by Michelle
- October 31, 2015
Are you looking to get a flatter stomach? Have you been told that planks are much better than sit-ups at achieving this goal? (you are on the right track!) The plank is a great exercise to strengthen not only your abdominal muscles, but your entire core! But, have you been doing planks for a long […]Read More >>
Are You Up For the Challenge? Register Now for the November Healthy For The Holidays 21 Day Challenge
- by Michelle
- October 26, 2015
CORE CONDITIONING PRESENTS THE RETURN OF: November Healthy For The Holidays 21 Day CHALLENGE Only 3 Weeks to a flatter stomach and feeling great! ONLY OPEN TO 30 PEOPLE SO…… CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW! OUR LAST 5 CHALLENGES HAVE SOLD OUT QUICKLY, SO DON’T WAIT! ONCE IT’S FULL IT’S FULL! […]Read More >>
One of The Best Butt Exercise You Are Not Doing… And My Thoughts On Big Bums
- by Michelle
- October 25, 2015
Lately with the craze of the Kardashian’s and all of these celebrities getting surgeries to increase the size of their “booty”, I am finding a lot of female clients are coming in asking for the same. “I want to build up my butt”, “how do I get a butt like Kim?”, “Is there a way […]Read More >>
Keep It Simple – September 21 Day Slim Down Challenge Is Here!
- by Michelle
- August 24, 2015
Well it’s that time of year again……..Sadly summer is coming to an end and real life is about to set in again 🙁 Have you created some bad nutrition habits over the summer? Skipped more workouts than planned? Know you need to get back into a healthy routine, but don’t know where to start? […]Read More >>
One of The Best Exercises for a Flat Stomach
- by Michelle
- August 20, 2015
I want to start by saying – Remember: Abs are made in the kitchen people! And even though we can’t stop reduce, meaning doing 1000’s of sit ups daily will not be the only determinant of giving us a flat and toned stomach; however, performing exercises like the one discussed below will help in combination […]Read More >>
Bikini Ready? Beat Belly Bloat With These Quick Tips!
- by Michelle
So you have plans to go to the beach this weekend or go out in that skin tight outfit, but you are worried about looking bloated and feeling blaahhhh. Tip number one, starving yourself is not the answer to look good this weekend!!! Starving yourself or only eating vegetables will not only slow down your […]Read More >>
Low Cal Greens and Berries Protein Shake
- by Michelle
- July 27, 2015
If you have been reading my blogs for a while now, you know I love a good post-workouts protein shake! Sometimes I don’t want a heavy shake or dependent on my macros for a certain day I do not want to add too many ingredients to my shake, as it would be meant for a […]Read More >>
Protein Packed Spinach Salad! Sneak Peak Recipe From 21 Day July Fat Blast Challenge
- by Michelle
- June 29, 2015
Are you looking for a healthy lunch or dinner idea that not only tastes great, but will help you get towards your weight loss goals? This is one of the great recipes you will find in the 21 Day July Fat Blast Challenge starting July 6th! This is a great lunch idea you can make […]Read More >>
21 Day July Fat Blast Challenge Returns!
- by Michelle
- June 25, 2015
CORE CONDITIONING PRESENTS THE RETURN OF: 21 Day July Fat Blast Challenge Only 3 Weeks to a flatter stomach and tighter abs! ONLY OPEN TO 25 PEOPLE SO…… CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!! If you sign up for the challenge now you are committing yourself to 3 weeks to really buckle down and focus […]Read More >>
Summer Abs? – Quick, But Challenging At Home CORE Stability Workout
- by Michelle
- June 18, 2015
So you are looking for a quick, but challenging CORE stability workout you can do in the comfort of your own living room? Well you have come to the right place! I am happy to share with you one if my favorite CORE routines that have kept my CORE Strong and toned over the […]Read More >>
Chicken Avocado Burgers
- by Michelle
- April 17, 2015
These burgers are truly to die for! If you are looking for something you can make in advance and freeze for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, check this recipe out! You can use ground chicken or ground turkey depending on your taste buds and can be cooked on an indoor or outdoor grill. If […]Read More >>
Healthy Shamrock Protein Shake Recipe
- by Michelle
- March 17, 2015
Happy St. Patrick’s Day Everyone! Well today seems to be the day that many people fall off track with their clean eating by taking in any type of food as long as it is green, right?? Green beer, green cookies that someone brought into the office, green everything and anything. It’s like because it is […]Read More >>
5 Foods You Should NEVER Eat for Breakfast
- by Michelle
- March 10, 2015
With TV commercials and media all over the place selling us different products, it’s easy to fall victim to thinking the breakfast you might be consuming is a good choice; however, most of the time it is not. The safest way to choose a breakfast food is to look for something in it’s most natural […]Read More >>
Minute With Michelle – Episode 2: Sleep More to Burn More Fat
- by Michelle
- December 1, 2014
As a personal trainer, I find the majority of the clients coming to see me are looking for help for a variety of things, but most commonly they want to decrease overall body fat percentage, build muscle, and improve their body image and fitness level. When it comes to fat loss their are a number […]Read More >>
Minute With Michelle – Episode 1: How to Stick to a Fitness Routine
- by Michelle
- November 18, 2014
[retweet] [facebook] This is a question I get on a regular basis from new clients, current clients, family members, friends, and random people I meet in the coffee shop (after I mention what I do for a living). So needless to say you are not alone with being stuck in a “rut” […]Read More >>
Pumpkin Coconut Protein Loaf – Guilt-Free!
- by Michelle
- October 31, 2014
[facebook] [retweet] Ok everyone brace yourselves! If you love pumpkin as much as I do you are going to love this recipe! I whipped this up this morning and had to put it out of sight to stop myself from eating the entire loaf! Let’s get right down to business Here is the recipe: Ingredients: […]Read More >>
21 Day Slim Down For Santa Challenge
- by Michelle
- October 28, 2014
I AM LIMITING THIS CHALLENGE TO 30 PEOPLE SO CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!! When: Challenge begins November 10, 2014 to November 30, 2014 Cost: $45 – About $2/day & less than the cost of your coffee per day! Ok, so what is this challenge all about you ask?? Well since our last […]Read More >>
Living Room Ab Workout – Try it Now
- by Michelle
- October 8, 2014
Try this great abdominal workout anywhere! Great for living room, hotel room, gym, office or anywhere you want. No equipment required, just your own body! Post by CORE Conditioning.Read More >>
For The Chocolate Lovers – All Clean Sweet Potato Brownie Recipe
- by Michelle
- February 11, 2014
Yes you read the title correctly! These brownie are the perfect little snack to kill a sweet tooth or craving without doing too much damage to your figure 🙂 Here’s What You Need: 1 medium sweet potato 3 eggs 1/4 coconut oil (melted) 1/3 cup raw honey (could also use agave or sugar-free maple syrup) […]Read More >>
2 Secrets to GREAT Abs Revealed
- by Michelle
- June 11, 2012
As a personal trainer, the most common questions I get from people are “how do I get a six pack?” and “what is the best way to tone my abs?” Achieving a flat stomach is not an easy feat and I can honestly tell you that the secrets to great abs do not involve any […]Read More >>
CORE Now Offers Online Training!
- by Michelle
- February 7, 2010
If you don’t have the time to make regular appointments with a personal trainer due to a busy schedule, excessive travel, or you are not located in the lower mainland; CORE Conditioning now offers ONLINE TRAINING. This option is designed to cater to those clients who are seeking guidance and assitance towards meeting their fitness goals, but are […]Read More >>
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