It’s not a lesson without pain

As a certified fitness instructor, I not only enjoy training a group of individuals but also motivating them through speech. One of the lessons I edify and have learned myself is that in order to grow, experiencing some sort of pain is part of the equation. We all know this reality, and we call it […]

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Not Without Consequence

There is no reward without sacrfice. Paying dues in order to achieve the position you desire can be a bumpy road, even when you fulfill your goals the journey doesn’t end. What you do or accomplish can have a positive or negative effect, no matter if your intentions are good there will be someone who […]

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Overall Winner=Total package

One of the most depressing things I hear some people say in their victory speech is that this particular event or sport is the only thing they were ever good at. It could be sport related, dance, a singing competition…etc., a person can get caught up in one activity and program themselves to think that […]

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Reinvention

We are often told to change as life changes because nothing stays the same. I was born and bred to be an entertainer and dancer. I love making people smile through my self expression. As a performer I felt unstoppable. As I matured my skills progressed and opportunities arose for me. Eventually, just like anything […]

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Easy ways to demand your respect for your hard work… without looking like a cry baby

It’s very rare that anyone would admit they can be a cry baby, one of the biggest denials is that we don’t care what people think about us or our projects. An opinion is important. Many people’s success are based on a population’s opinion. For example, a music artist cannot put out a marketable album […]

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“Talk of the Town”

Ever ask yourself this question: Why is that person more successful than me? Why do people talk about that person more than me? It’s not necessarily that the person is better than you or cooler than you. That person possesses a powerful tool called marketing! There are many talented men and women in the entertainment […]

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HIP HOP CARDIO

We ended the year with a Hip Hop Cardio class held at Across the Floor. An hour of cardio set to hip-hop music, dance moves and fun for all fitness levels. Thanks to everyone that came out to burn holiday calories and stay tuned for the next class. Happy New Year!  

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Cpt = Good personal trainer?

Its arguable that having a driver’s license doesn’t make you a good driver. Having a diploma doesn’t necessarily make you smart. Having a college degree doesn’t make you an expert on life. I believe that in order to have the credibility to train someone you have to be living proof that your training is effective. […]

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5 reasons why you should remain humble as a physique competitor

In every sport you have your overly confident people and to be fair as a serious competitor you have to have a sense of confidence in yourself. Especially as a physique competitor, bodybuilder, figure, etc. One of the criteria is stage presence, you need to be confident to step on that stage and be memorable […]

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How to use a “model” physique to your advantage

With all the fitness magazines, commercials, movies it’s hard not to compare yourself physically to another. Either you want the “shredded abs”, big chest, huge biceps or even a small waist. Many people, including myself seek inspiration through the physical image of others. There is a positive and negative side to “physique comparison.” Let’s break […]

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