Bodybuilder Samson Dauda started the 2023 competitive season with his first professional win, capturing the 2023 Arnold Classic title in March. That victory secured his qualification to compete in the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest taking place in Orlando, FL the weekend of Nov 2-5. The ’23 Olympia will be Dauda’s second appearance at the sport’s tentpole contest, having…
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Sharing my full review of ButcherBox now that we’ve been using it for over a year. If you’d like to try it out, you can use this link for $50 off. This post isn’t sponsored; just sharing it because we love it! Hi hi! How’s the morning going so far? I’m off to a Pilates…
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In 2021, Lucy Underdown set a record by becoming the first woman to deadlift 300 kilograms (661.4 pounds) in a contest setting. Over the following years, she proceeded to make her mark in strongwoman contests, including multiple podium placings in the UK’s Strongest Woman competition (2021-2023) and a victory at the 2023 Official Strongman Games (OSG) European Championship…
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Whether you’re aiming to sculpt your physique, enhance athletic performance, or simply get through daily challenges a little bit easier, resistance training has been shown to be the key to a more fit life. (1) “Resistance training”, however, is a broad term for many different ways to strengthen your muscles. Most people gravitate toward lifting free weights —…
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Sharing some of my tips for beating afternoon slumps and making it through the day with full energy! Of course, this is not medical advice. If you struggle with low energy, talk to your doctor. If you’re ready for a boost of energy, join us for our Community Detox starting September 11. You can order…
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Hi hi! Happy weekend! What are you up to? We’re heading to San Diego for the long weekend and looking forward to some beach time, restaurants, and shopping. I hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead! Thank you so much for all of the heartfelt and kind comments and emails after my last podcast episode.…
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Winning the 2023 Tampa Pro in early August earned Hunter Labrada a qualification to compete in the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest, taking place in Orlando, FL on Nov. 2-5, 2023. It will be Labrada’s fourth appearance at bodybuilding’s pinnacle contest, where he looks to improve on his seventh place result from the 2022 Olympia and potentially pass his…
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Whether you’re setting up your own home gym or simply trying to figure out where to settle in for your next exercise at the neighborhood fitness center, you’ll likely be confronted with the choice between a squat stand and a power rack. Squat stands consist of two simple metal uprights to support a barbell — they are more…
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Summer Shape Up 2023 Winners! Our team is continuously impressed by our LSF community. All the women in this community worked their butts off in this challenge and we are so proud of each and every one of you! You all finished this 6-Week Challenge strong which will help to create amazing habits that will […]
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This enchilada recipe is cheesy, and comforting, and makes a delicious casserole to take to anyone who just had a baby, or needs a little pick-me-up. They’re also perfect to freeze and push ahead for busy weeknight dinners! Hi friends! How’s the week going? We’ve been going through the regular school routine, + a celebration…
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