This week we are focusing on core during our Honey We’re Home Fitness Challenge! But, many people have requested a workout if you have diastasis recti (sometimes called “DR”). What is diastasis recti? It’s most common in women that have had children. It’s when your abdominal muscles separate during pregnancy (or other core trauma) and […]
I have been using the BodyBoss Guide at home for the last 6 weeks and wanted to share my thoughts for those of you who have heard of the program and might be interested. First of all, I want to say that I really do like this guide and the workouts. As a mom of […]
Now that my daughter is one – she’s kind of in between ages for “baby workouts” or mommy and me classes where you bring your baby. Most of those are designed for babies that will be super still or sleep in their strollers. But, she’s also too young for “toddler yoga” and some classes where […]
Many times it’s impossible to get outside for a run our outdoor workout (due to the weather, your schedule, or if you have a new baby like me) and you can’t get to the gym – but, that doesn’t mean you can’t get in a good cardio workout in your living room! Below are some […]
Happy New Year! I know many of you have set some new health and fitness goals this year or maybe you are trying to finally reach a goal you set last year. Let’s make 2016 your best year yet! If you are new to fitness and working out – gyms may intimidate you right now […]
Below are a few of my favorite kettlebell workouts to do at home and all are less than 30 minutes! Kettebell workouts are great because you can get in a good HIIT (high intensity interval training) workout with just one piece of equipment. You can use it for cardio and strength training! Kettlebells are also great […]
From left: Hilary Hall, Cari Shoemate, Jamie Eason and Kelsey Byers I recently interviewed my friends and fellow Houstonians Hilary Hall, Jamie Middleton (Eason) and Kelsey Byers to find out how they got back in shape so quickly after they had their babies (they look AMAZING in person btw!) They shared with me some great […]
From left: Hilary Hall, Kelsey Byers, Cari Shoemate and Jamie Eason I recently sat down with Three of Houston’s Fittest Moms to find out how they got back in shape post-baby and how they juggle family life and fitness. Below they share a little bit about who they are, their fitness journey and their top […]
**Thanks Coach.me for featuring me! “Cari Shoemate is a personal trainer, fitness expert, and media consultant; her workouts, advice, articles, and videos have been featured on CBS, Fox, NBC, E!, Dr. Phil and TMZ among others. She contributes writing and videos for several brands and magazines and her own blog, Cari-Fit.com. Currently a brand ambassador […]
I’ve blogged about yoga in japan, I’ve done pigeon in Times Square, been featured in Om Yoga Magazine and have taught classes all over Houston. But, never in my wildest dreams did I think my favorite yoga experience would include drool, chubby legs and having my hair pulled. A few months ago I went to […]
I’m excited about the debut of my new workout series with Oakley Women! My partner Carrie and I went out to film these videos in CA and have been looking forward to the launch! This is the first video called “Hottie H.I.I.T” and it’s a high intensity interval training workout. It’s pretty challenging – and […]
I prefer to do my workouts at the gym and I still go as much as I can. However, now that I’m a new mom I don’t get to go as often as I’d like – so that means I have to squeeze in many of my workouts at home. I always thought babies slept […]
Now that I’m a new mom – I don’t have as much time to go to the gym as I’d like. So, when I am able to go – the last thing I want to do is wander around trying to decide what body part to work or waiting for my favorite machines. The best […]
Today I did my first yoga workout since I had my baby 11 weeks ago (hence the pasty tired look at left!). I was a little nervous because I knew my strength would not be where it used to be. But, since I’m in need of some relaxation, I need to build some strength in […]
I’m realizing that working out with a newborn is not an easy task! There is so much pressure to get your pre-baby body back…but without workouts, it’s going to be a challenge. So, what is a new mom to do? Fit it in whenever you can! As a trainer, I’ve usually been against those notions […]