If you are like me and love the Olympics…I’m sure you have been pretty sleep deprived staying up late every night to see who wins the gold. My favorites this time have been the alpine skiing and snow boarding and I love to watch Gretchen Bleiler, Lindsey Vonn and Julia Mancuso. Have you been wondering […]
I was back on Fox with Sibila yesterday to answer questions about joining a bootcamp and what you should expect. I also gave a sample bootcamp workout that you can do on your own (see below)! Houston weather, traffic, news | FOX 26 | MyFoxHouston Cari Shoemate Bootcamp Workout for Sibila Challenge HOUSTON – Fitness […]
I was on Fox Morning News yesterday to demonstrate a few simple training moves that anyone can do. Triathlons, marathons and 5ks are becoming more and more popular and each year more people make it their goal to compete. According to the NY Times, there has been a 20% increase in the participation of marathons […]
Probably at one point or another you have gone for a walk, jog or cardio class and come back with aching legs, shin splints or maybe knee pain. Just a tough workout, right? Not so fast. You most likely are wearing the wrong shoes. You might be wearing top of the line running shoes and […]
I did the official warmup for the Kidney Foundation’s Kidney Walk here in Houston last Sunday. The organization had a great turnout as many came downtown to Sam Houston Park to participate in either a 1, 3 or 5-mile walk to raise money and awareness for kidney disease. I was able to get the crowd […]
Have you ever been confused about what order to do your weight training routine or are you unsure of what machine to use first? There are many options when it comes to weight training that include varying your weights, reps, sets, rest time, etc. but the sequence or right order that you perform your exercises […]
Spring is finally here and it’s the perfect time to re-evaluate your current workouts and try something fresh and new! Start by setting some new goals for the season, like fitting in more time for workouts, losing 5 pounds or having more energy throughout the day. Spring is also the perfect time to start working […]
As a personal trainer, I get asked this question all the time: “Is it better to perform fewer repetitions with more weight or more repetitions with less weight?” My answer is always the same: For general conditioning, you should use a weight heavy enough to fatigue your muscles after 10 – 12 reps. Keep in […]
Heart rate training is not just for athletes or people with medical conditions – it’s an effective training tool for people of all fitness levels! It’s also a great way to understand how your body works and will help you train at the right intensity to achieve your personal fitness goals. Heart rate training also […]
*For an updated version of this post click HERE. Have you been thinking about running a 10k for the first time, or are you an experienced runner looking to improve your time? If you’ve got six weeks to dedicate to a new training plan, you’ll be in top running shape by race day!
Chances are you’ve wondered at some point if you should eat before your workout or not. This topic can be confusing because everybody is different and reacts differently to food choices. But the simple answer is, “Yes!” you should eat something before you work out to fuel your body and boost your performance, even if […]
By now I’m sure you’ve noticed all of the odd-looking blue domes floating around FIT. They look like a ball that’s been cut in half with a flat bottom and inflated top. You’ve probably been wondering what they are and how they’re used, right? Well, they’re called “BOSU”, which stands for “both sides up”. They’re […]
I don’t know about you…but I’ve been glued to the tv the last few days watching the 2008 Beijing Olympics! There are so many great events, but swimming has been getting the most attention lately. This is mostly due to the dolphin-like qualities of Michael Phelps and his teammates! Also, Natalie Coughlin is amazing and […]
If you like to jog or run, try adding some yoga each week to improve your workouts. I took up yoga about 2 years ago to help me with my running. I just heard that it was good for stretching your legs, and as a runner…I thought this would be great for my tight hamstrings. […]