Brushing your teeth or having them professionally cleaned. Washing your face or getting a facial. Stretching or being stretched. The difference between doing these things yourself and having a trained professional do them for you is night and day. To be clear, we all should stretch every day. But that can’t replace the benefits of […]
Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 40 minutes Total Time 50 minutes Servings 6 Ingredients 2 tablespoons salted butter or coconut oil melted 2 cloves garlic minced 1½ teaspoons salt divided 1 teaspoon black pepper divided ¾ teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon ground coriander 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 6 skin-on bone-in chicken […]
We unconsciously make food choices all day long… hundreds, if not thousands of them! And when you think about it, most of them are unconscious choices, we go with what we usually have, without giving it much thought. It’s the typical “I’ll have the usual!” However, if you can consciously change your mind set to […]
If you have 1 day a week to workout, what should you do? Weight training. What if you have 2 days a week? Weight training. 3 days a week? Weight training. Do you notice a trend? Resistance training is the #1 way accomplish so many of your goals such as: Feel less tired, less fatigued […]
Doesn’t everyone love muffins? We definitely do! We just prefer the Essential Fitness version. These protein packed muffins from Cynthia taste just like a chocolate cupcake!! But they are a much more nutritious alternative than its sugary and calorie dense counterpart. Enjoy these pre or post workout! (12 grams of protein per 2 muffin serving) […]
If you are a busy mom, a busy professional, or both – these early times can be your “best and most productive” hours in the day. If you want to get more fit and lose weight, then you need to workout, and to get your workout in, you need to find some time! Trust me, […]
Prep Time: 5 mins. Cook Time: approx 25 mins. Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 tbsp sesame oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup onion, diced 5 green onions, sliced on a bias (white and green parts) 1 lb ground pork (can also swap this out for ground turkey, beef or chicken) 1/2 tsp ground ginger sea […]
What You Can Expect From Your Essential Fitness Trainer (or anywhere!): You should be the sole focus of your trainer during your session. Your trainer should not discuss their personal lives with you during your session.Your time is precious, and your workout should be focused.You cannot learn form and focus when your trainer is prattling […]
Summer is coming and it’s too hot to turn on the stove. Zoodles for dinner is a great go-to when the temperatures are rising. This recipe is great for the whole family or just you (and leftovers for tomorrow’s lunch). You can swap ingredients in and out for every eating style. Vegetarian? Go with the […]
This amazing super salad is easy to make, is Gluten-Free, Paleo, and Vegetarian approved, and is a great addition to any meal. Use your own salad dressing and enjoy! Ingredients: 4 cups baby kale 2 cups sprouts 2 cups butter leaf lettuce 2 cups spinach 2 cups sliced strawberries 2 cups chopped cucumbers 2 cups […]
The team at Essential Fitness is committed to teaching you how to lift with confidence, change your eating habits, and finally reach your fitness and nutrition goals!
