How to access the Nutrition Challenge + free bodyweight exercises for weak (or lazy) hammies
This summer a mama in my Move Your Body membership commented on how her high hamstrings were killing her on walks and incline walking in particular. She is 5 weeks postpartum with baby #2. During pregnancy our posture changes and the pelvis can start to tilt forward with a growing belly. Increased laxity compounds this effect, especially in the proximal hamstrings. And that means we can feel disconnected AF postpartum: It’s almost like our entire posterior chain just says ✌️ out. And don’t get me started on the 🍑 too.
In addition to the Postpartum on Purpose core breathing exercises (included in Move Your Body membership), I suggested that she give these bodyweight variations a try! They don’t disappoint—even if you're 5, 15, or 50 months postpartum (or if you've never had kids at all). These bodyweight exercises are great for everyone.
Why? It’s super important to learn how to use your proximal/high hamstrings and lower abs to better control the position of your pelvis regardless of whether you’ve had kids or not. Over the years I have found the majority of my clients ( myself included) need a lot of help getting these muscles to wake up and do their very important job.
There is little bit more about the WHY in this video.
Here are two of my favorite ways to get your high hammies on board again!
#1 Long Lever Bridges
#2 Incline co-contraction
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Over in the membership, folks like Julie, Karen, Francesca, Leslie, and Christine have shared how much their strength + back body expansion has improved in just 8 weeks as part of our Chin Up Challenge + August programming 💪
Interested in the Nutrition Challenge? Now's the time to join.
Our members-only Nutrition Challenge kicks off on September 11th. The only way to participate is to become a Move Your Body member—and the enrollment deadline is September 8th at noon Eastern.
That's because strength and nutrition go hand-in-hand, and Move Your Body is where you pick up habits for life. There's no such thing as a quick fix!
My approach to nutrition is to make sure it's SUSTAINABLE. You can't deprive yourself of all of your favorite foods and expect to stay consistent. The Big Rocks count: protein, sleep, calorie deficit—to name a few.
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Move Your Body has a few membership options that start at $79/month and can be cancelled any time. You can also add on a discounted 1-1 assessment to create a customized breathing/movement strategy to get your body moving better, feeling better and—over time—the results you want!
Enrollment will close to members on Friday, September 8th at noon Eastern.
Openings for Small Group Training
I have a couple (rare!) openings for Small Group training at 6am or 7am. Small Group Training sessions are 3-4 people who train with me on Zoom. Sessions are 1 hour long and individualized based on your unique needs. If you’re looking for detailed feedback on form, more modifications/cues, need more accountability, or want to to work through an issue or injury, Small Group Training is THE BEST OPTION. Reply to this email for details!
Not sure? Attend our Open House this Friday
Get a peek inside membership and come see Form Friday first-hand! You'll get a rare opportunity to experience Stacey's famous education and guidance. We'll also answer questions about membership and the Nutrition Challenge.
Registration for the Open House is FREE!
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📣 Coming soon: Ass + Abs 2.0
Ass + Abs 2.0 is a progression to my original Ass + Abs programming. The original A+A is 6 minutes a day for 30 days, and A+A 2.0 progresses to 15-18 minutes of daily movement for 32 days. A lot of women use A+A and A+A 2.0 as warmups or for days where they don't have much time for exercise.
Both programs help you learn SO much about your body while you APPLY the concepts of great breathing, the stack, integrating rotation into your strength training, learning how to access glute length, and exploring your feet. You'll see just how these concepts can be integrated into your strength training warmups, no matter what method of training you practice 🤗
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💡 Move Your Body members will get FREE access with their membership!
🍋 Recipe: Lemon Garlic Chicken
I AM ALL ABOUT "plug n play"—anything that makes it easier feed me and my family. Here is a recent favorite that I made easily in the air fryer: Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs
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