I love that look I used to get from the future grandparents anytime I would lift anything heavier than five pounds. It was both comical and endearing. “Okay, okay”, I would assure them, making a note to self: Do not show them my beast-mode gym selfies. So… I love lifting weights. Heavy is good. Being […]
If you’ve been keeping up with our Profiles in Power, you’ll know that we believe in the power of pregnancy fitness. A good workout – whether light or intense – can bring about a sense of strength you didn’t know you had. And, at the same time making a commitment to yourself and following a […]
Crossfit during pregnancy? “If you don’t know how strong a person is you could think they’re absolutely crazy for lifting while pregnant, and I know that anyone could have judged me in that way.” This pregnant Crossfitter is fully aware what the controversy is all about, but she made the choice to take things one […]
Don’t let her powerful photos fool you. Showing your strength doesn’t mean that you you can’t be sweet, kind, and helpful – even with pregnancy hormones. For this installment of Profiles in Power, I chatted with 27-year-old Daizi Schiano who powerlifts while pregnant, and has just entered her third trimester. How do I know her? […]
Powerlifting during pregnancy pregnant and powerlifting lifting deadlifts squats benchpress bench press listening to your body So… Full disclosure, this Profile in Power is about a close friend of mine – Leah. First of all, she works as a Nuclear Safety Regulator Extraordinaire, and a few years ago she decided that she needs an equally […]
This is kind of a big deal. I recently had the pleasure of meeting Igor Klibanov, author of Stop Exercising! The Way You Are Doing It Now! As well as the CEO of Fitness Solutions Plus. During our chat we discovered our mutual love for powerlifting and talked all things fitness. Our chat turned to […]
First trimester fitness second trimester fitness third trimester fitness postpartum fitness post pregnancy fitness Read on to learn how this mama trainer learned to adapt and get creative with her fitness in pregnancy and post pregnancy, as well as what she can teach YOU. Discalimer: This interview is not meant to replace medical advice. It […]
self-care self-love nutrition exercise fitness sunday weekend sleep how to survive being a new mom If you’re a mom who has looked up “self-care” on Pinterest or Instagram, it’s likely that you’ve said “I don’t have time or money for that”. Social media makes self-care appear extravagant with bubble baths, candles, face masks, and complicated […]
We at Mars&Stars think that the joys of baby-wearing should be shared between mom and dad. We caught up with a dad and his baby carrier and asked him why he loves his wrap. What is your parenting philosophy? We are really trying to keep up all the same hobbies we had before the […]