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Julie's Garage Gym > 2019

Being Brave Against Body Shaming ❤

Today isn’t one of my usual posts where I share a gym technique or personal trainer tip. Instead, I want to share something a little different and a lot more personal.   This video is of me zip lining last week in Costa Rica. I had an amazing time and was so proud of myself […]
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Stay Focused

Distractions do more than hurt our productivity. They make it harder to stick to our goals and often keep us from living a happier life. Take time to identify and remove the people and things in your life that are distracting you from vibrating at your highest frequency.  
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Workflow Stretches for Wrists & Neck

As computers, smartphones and other electrical devices increasingly become a staple in our daily lives, it’s no surprise that wrist and neck soreness are some of the most common types of pain Americans experience.   Taking some time throughout your work day to stretch can help loosen muscles, increase range of motion, and help reduce […]
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Cucumber + Tomato + Avocado Salad

A classic cucumber and tomato salad just got better with the addition of avocados and cilantro, with a light and flavorful lemon dressing.   Cucumber + Tomato + Avocado Salad Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Natasha’s Kitchen Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes | Yields: 4 Servings   INGREDIENTS 1 lb Roma […]
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HIIT Bodyweight Circuit

No gym or equipment? No problem… BE your own gym! This Bodyweight workout not only challenges your core strength, but also your cardio respiratory endurance.   If you’re looking to kick up a good sweat with minimal equipment, try this High Intensity Bodyweight Circuit. Perform each exercise for 45 seconds, with 15 second recoveries in […]
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Plank Walkouts for a Dynamic Warm-up

Here’s a great dynamic movement for your entire body. Plank Walkouts stretch your hamstrings and calves while actively engaging core, back, legs and shoulders. This fluid movement incorporates the hip hinge, dynamic flexibility, joint mobility as well as core activation and stabilization. It’s a great way to warm-up and prepare your body for strength training […]
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Dynamic Stretching for your Psoas

  The psoas, technically named iliopsoas, are two deep-seated core muscles that help support your back and so much more. The psoas major works by flexing the hip, while the psoas minor acts to flex the lower spine. These muscles are unique in that they are the only muscles that connect the lumbar spine and […]
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Citrus Avocado Salad

This Citrus Avocado Salad is almost too pretty to eat! ????????????????   Recipe by The Kitchen Magpie   Prep Time: 20 Minutes | Yields: 3 Servings   INGREDIENTS 6-8 cups arugula 1-2 medium cara cara oranges or one large grapefruit peeled and sectioned 1-2 medium navel oranges peeled and sectioned 1 medium ripe avocados peeled […]
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