About a year ago, I took a running class with my boyfriend at a local fitness studio. The class incorporated interval training. As a fitness

Happy Labor Day loves! Hope you all had an exciting and relaxing weekend. As you may already know, I do a LOT of writing. From my work with Elite Daily to freelancing, writing about health and wellness is a huge passion of mine. I recently collaborated with my church to start writing a monthly column in their newsletter! Since our church has a 5K coming up in October, I thought what better topic to write about than preparing for your first 5K. There are so many opportunities

August is back-to-school time for all of you college students! I loved my undergraduate years, and I learned a lot about my health while in college. During my freshman year, I made a ton of friends and focused a lot building my new social life at school. I joined various organizations on campus and enjoyed my newfound independence. It took a while for me to balance school, friends, and my health. I got into a healthy routine and made a commitment to bettering my mind, body, a

I recently posted a Facebook Live video and an Instagram post that showcased my favorite ab circuit. After a run or spin workout, I like to get in a quick ab circuit to help balance out my body and enhance my core strength. This ab circuit is less than 10 minutes. In the Instagram video, I'm using an ab mat to support my lower back. I'm also using a 10-pound medicine ball here; you can try this circuit without any weight, and then slowly add either a weighted medicine ball or

My latest article takes a humorous twist on the typical gym experience. Here is a short snippet from the article: The gym is your sacred time; you have one hour to yourself during your entire day, and no one is taking that away from you! You lace up your sneakers, put on your best workout outfit, and head to the gym with your favorite workout music blasting. As you walk into the gym, you hear the all-too-familiar grunting coming from the lifting area. When you try to make you

If I'm working out at home, I'm typically in a rush and need to get in an efficient workout. Can you relate? There isn't always time for a lengthy workout... but that's okay! Anything is better than nothing when it comes to exercise. All you need is an efficient 30 minutes to work up a sweat and get your body moving! I've developed a quick go-to workout that is simple and effective! And don't worry, you don't need any fancy equipment for this circuit workout. Just grab a bott

Happy Monday loves! This is my last resolution article for 2016, I swear! :) I'm evidently very passionate about nutrition and fitness, but I'm even more passionate about helping you set practical goals to nourish your wellbeing. However, it's easy to forget about finances and reality in the midst of planning our lavish health goals. For those of you that are new to the site, thanks for visiting! I do a lot of work as a Freelance Writer and Columnist, and many of my articles

The old saying is certainly true: you are what you eat! All of your hard work at the gym can’t overcome a bad diet. If you’re putting in the time and the effort to exercise, you want to see results! Good nutrition that compliments a steady workout regimen is the key. Fitness and nutrition go hand-in-hand when it comes to building the body of your dreams. But what if you’re looking for certain results? Maybe you’re interested in gaining some muscle and bulking up your body, or

Sometimes, it takes one short moment to completely change your life. In the blink of an eye, one simple experience can inspire and motivate you. Us workout fanatics have these moments every single day. Fitness gives us life; it helps us break through our physical and emotional barriers, and excel our bodies towards peak health. Nothing is more empowering than an amazing workout. An Indoor Cycling class is 45 minutes of non-stop inspiration and hard work. You challenge your he

You spent all of Spring and Summer working on that bikini body. You felt amazing sporting your toned physique around the beach and loved feeling confident in your bikini. Then Fall comes around… Countless workout guides, weight loss plans, and motivational quote stickies pile up with dust as the colder seasons approach. Your time at the gym is now replaced by waiting on line at Starbucks for a Pumpkin Spice Latté. After all of your hard work to get your body into peak shape,

Who else has been loving Instagram lately?! I love exploring this amazing social media platform, and countless Instagram accounts are packed with motivational pictures and quotes. Fitness gurus have taken a liking to IG as well, posting inspiring pictures to get us off the couch and to the gym. I compiled my personal favorite fitness gurus to follow on IG for major motivation. Here is the official list! 1. Kayla Itsines 2. Tara Stiles 3. Chris And Heidi Powell 4. Tracy Anders

Let’s start by exploring this common workout scenario… You make time during your busy day to go to the gym, do the same boring workout routine that you did in college, and see minimal results. We have all been there; that workout rut, where it seems like all the blood, sweat, and Lululemon pants were for nothing. If you’re tired, bored, or just not seeing the results you want with your current workout, there is still hope! A simple workout principle among the CrossFit communi

My boyfriend, Polydoros, and I are always looking for healthy date spots in the city. We spend so much time eating healthy, working out regularly, and leading a fit lifestyle, that it's a shame to throw it all away on date night. I've compiled our favorite date activities to do in NYC in my latest guest blog post for City Girl Bites! Hopefully you'll find something you like to take your boo out to ;) Read the full post here: http://citygirlbites.com/blog/archives/11828 What o

Traveling... who doesn't love exploring and experiencing different parts of this beautiful world! But those exciting nights out and delicious dinners don't have to derail your healthy efforts. Not only do I advocate keeping up with your healthy habits while on vacation, but I also think feeling good has a lot to do with looking good! I combined my love for nutrition and beauty in my latest article, 9 Tips For Traveling Fit And In Style! This article has relevant, fun, and use

You're exercising regularly, making an effort to push hard at the gym, and focusing on good nutrition. You are putting all of this effort into getting fit and strong, but see no improvements, and you can't seem to reach your fitness goals. This has all happened to us at one time or another. We dedicate our time to making healthy efforts, only to be disappointed with a lack of results. First off, just because you don't see physical improvements does not mean that your body isn

Happy Monday friends! Up on the blog today is my most recent Elite Daily article on simple tricks to help you clean up your diet. These aren't just your same old tips and tricks, so be sure to give it a read! Health is so much more than what is on the outside; it's about improving our inner wellbeing and taking care of our body. But hey, looking good in the process sure doesn't hurt ;) Read my article here: http://elitedaily.com/life/get-right-get-tight-8-tips-eat-healthy-loo

I always say that you can't out-exercise a bad diet! After your long and hard workout, it's unfortunate to cheat yourself by stuffing your face. There will be many times after a difficult workout that you want to eat more, and that is totally okay! Just do so in a sensible way, and don't "erase" all of those dedicated hours at the gym. Planning ahead and arming yourself with healthy post-workout snacks is the key to starving off hunger and staying in shape. Give your body a c

If you’re living in NYC or plan on visiting, the city is full of top workout classes and facilities. Here is my latest guest article for Poise & Purpose's sister magazine, Chic & Proper! This article features five of NYC’s latest workout crazes to get you in shape for the warmer months ahead. http://chicandproper.com/best-nyc-indoor-workouts/ Xoxo, Stefani #poisepurpose #workout #fitness #bikini #health

Another workout up on the blog for you! In honor of Valentine's Day, I put together a "Love Your Abs" workout routine. This routine is a great 10-15 minute challenge to add on to your regular workout. You can do the workout without weights, or use a light pair of dumbbells. Be sure to contract and control your core the entire time, and focus on good form. As always, be sure to consult a physician before beginning any workout regimen. See the Terms & Conditions page for more i

Don’t let food comas and Thanksgiving break stop you from exercising! Here is a simple full-body toning circuit you can do in the comfort of your own home. All you need is one medium weight (if you don't have weights in your home, you can even try a bottle of detergent- get creative but always be safe). Warm-up: Sun salutations, light yoga, or another form of dynamic stretching (jumping jacks, high knees, light jogging) for at least 5 minutes. Be sre to stay hydrated througho