I was recently asked to be a guest blogger for Lifetime Fitness! Check out my article below… BEAT THE HEAT: CHANGE UP YOUR ROUTINE TO STAY ON TRACK Cari (on the right) and the co-owner of Bombshell Bootcamp Carrie Barnhart By Cari Shoemate of Cari-fit.com – fitness expert for CBS in Houston and co-owner and instructor of Bombshell […]
I’m excited to be featured in OM Yoga Magazine again this month! This time I am doing one of my favorite sequences that target shoulders and core. If you find that you can’t do some of these poses or that you can’t hold them for very long – then you need to build some strength […]
In this post: Cari’s favorite healthy resorts Cari’s favorites to pack Creative ideas to keep you fit Most of us will be traveling at some point this summer either for vacation, to visit family or for work. Just keep in mind that nothing is worse than coming back from vacation to find out you’ve packed […]
I’ve teamed up with Lily Jang and CBS (KHOU) this summer to show you how to stay fit when traveling! We shot the videos below at Hotel ZaZa in Houston to show you some workouts to do at your hotel and how to pick healthy choices if you order room service. In this video […]
Farm Fresh Butter Lettuce Tacos w/ Portobello and Pecans I keep forgetting to post this recipe! I had it last fall when visiting Travaasa and it’s still one of my favorite go-to vegan dishes that will please everyone. Chef Benjamin Baker created this dish in one of the culinary demonstrations I attended. We all got to […]
A few months ago I decided to enter Oakley’s “Perform Beautifully” contest. They choose 10 women each year to be their new Brand Ambassadors and I thought I’d give it a shot since I like the brand and really wanted to win the cool trip to Napa! Well, I got a call a few weeks ago from the […]
I’ve been busy training the Rockets Power Dancers (NBA Cheerleaders) this summer and we wanted to give you a little insight into how hard the girls actually train. The workout with me 2-3 times per week and we do a vareity of exercises that will be shown in our new workout series “How to Workout […]
Blessed with a great upper body? Well, don’t just work your legs – and vice versa. Don’t just work the body parts you think you need to improve because more than likely you will end up ignoring some larger muscle groups which burn the most calories and boost your metabolism. You also want to be balanced […]
Happy 4th! I hope you guys are all having a fit and healthy holiday week! In case you are looking for some sweet treats or a cocktail – here are a few that won’t wreck your clean diet. In this post: Revolutionary Berries Watermelon and Cucumber Tonic Watermelon Salad
Barre workouts, Zumba, hip-hop cardio and other dance-inspired workouts have become really popular over the last year. It’s no wonder because dancing is a great workout that burns a lot of calories in a short amount of time…plus it’s fun! Just ask the NBA Rockets Power Dancers (at left)! So, maybe you have the dancing […]
It’s almost bikini season, so that usually means extra focus on butt (aka glutes) and abs! Glute workouts aren’t just for women – guys can benefit too. Also, having strong glutes will improve your running speed, prevent injuries and help support your core. My favorite exercises for glutes are lunges and there are a lot […]
It’s been awhile since I’ve done a products blog – so I wanted to share some of the cool items I’ve been using and eating lately! Let me know if you’ve tried any of these and what you think! In this post: Svelte by CalNaturale Lululemon Shorts Bear Naked White Mountain Foods Versa Spa Summer […]
Many people don’t have access to farmers markets, health food stores or other organic grocery stores such as Whole Foods (my favorite). You can still make healthy choices at chains such as Kroger, Wal-Mart, Tom Thumb, Randalls, etc. but you just need to educate yourself on the right products to pick. Most of these large chains have […]
I will be doing some fun fitness segments on CBS with anchor Lily Jang here in Houston over the next few weeks! We are going to whip viewers into shape….just in time for summer! We will be showcasing simple, yet effective moves that you can do anywhere. Today’s videos feature fun moves to target your […]
I’m so excited to be featured in this month’s OM Yoga Magazine! This UK based magazine has always been a favorite of mine and I was flattered when they asked me to be in one of their issues. Special thanks to my photographer Jill Hunter, who took some amazing shots! You can get your copy […]
Don’t have much time for a workout today, but want to blast some fat? Try the workout below that I’ve suggested for both the Rockets Power Dancers and my Bombshell Bootcamp for the days that they don’t meet with me. It’s a quick routine (should take you less than 45min) that will hit all your […]
I’m excited to be featured again this week on Shape Magazine’s website for the article: “The Best Workouts You Aren’t Doing” by Jessica Smith! Check out the article below for some cool new workouts and tips including one of my favorites: sandbag training!
Can I have a cheat Day?? I get asked this question a lot. This is what I told someone today when they asked me on Facebook: “I don’t really believe in “cheat” days because it means you are rewarding your good behavior with food. That’s a vicious cycle. However, I’m not opposed to having a […]
Last week, we have had fun doing some Valentine-themed workouts at Bombshell Bootcamp (we even put hearts on the sidewalk – see right)! Below is a quick sample of what we did last Tuesday night, if you want to try it on your own! Valentine’s Day Workout: Cupid Shuffle (Forward/Back): Do a low traveling squat for […]
If you are in Houston, stop by the Whole Foods store on Waugh from 6:30-7:30pm. I’ll be doing a fitness lecture, giving out a sample workout and answering questions about working out and staying fit! This is all part of Whole Foods new Health Starts Here Challenge aimed at getting the community fit for the […]