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My Unforgettable Journey: From Cape Town to Powerlifting Glory
The year was 2001—a time etched in my memory forever. Our team embarked on an epic adventure to Cape Town, South Africa, just after the tragic events of 9/11. Little did we know that this journey would lead to lifelong friendships and a defining moment in my...
I Wish I Liked Coffee So I Could Review Java Burn!
Java Burn: A Non-Coffee Lover’s Take Introduction As someone who doesn’t wake up craving a steaming cup of coffee, I wish I did so I could try Java Burn. After all, my relationship with coffee has always been more of a polite nod than a passionate embrace. Maybe some...
Guinness World Records – Gone Wild
Check out this video of me throwing refrigerators on the Guinness World Records - Gone Wild television show! Click here!
The Queen is Back…
It has been a while, I am moving my way back to the blogging scene. After travelling the world, marriage, 2 kiddos, life in the corporate world, I am entering the world of powerlifting again by offering virtual personal training. The availability is limited to a few...
True Power – Shawna Mendelson Interviews Becca Swanson
This was a great conversation between me and another “back in the day” lifter. I speak of our days, what I learned, what I went through and where I am now. Enjoy! Interview w Becca Swanson
Dumbbell Clean and Press
Wow, what year was this? I did a strong woman nationals meet in Missouri. It was so fun. Training for this one arm dumbbell clean and press was one of my favorite things to do!
Lifting or Cardio First?
Certainly! The debate over whether to do cardio before or after lifting weights has been ongoing, and the answer isn’t always straightforward. Let’s explore the pros and cons of each approach to help you decide what works best for your fitness goals. Cardio Before...
Guinness World Records – Gone Wild
Here is my Guinness World Record attempt. For the record, no woman actually got 20, they just picked a number to beat. It was tough. So much fun!!