Women’s Weight Training: The ‘Big’ Myth

One of the most common questions I receive from women regarding strength training is, “Will lifting weights make me bulky?”  A lot of women shy away from strength training because they are afraid it will make them ‘big’ with bulky muscles.  This couldn’t be further from the truth.  When designed properly, a strength training program [...]

Fitness for Women: Common Diet Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

If you’re dieting, chances are you are probably eating foods that you think are good for you, but in reality are not.  Too many times I hear women ask me why they are not losing weight. Then I look at their diet.  This is what I see:
Breakfast: Yogurt
Snack: Apple
Lunch: Grilled chicken on whole wheat wrap
Snack: [...]