Stair workouts are one of my favorites to do outside (or inside) or even on vacation (pictured) because I can get in a great workout with no equipment! It seems like stairs would only work your lower body – but you can actually get in a great lower body too! TIP: If you want to […]
If you live in Houston – join me and my bootcamp partners EVERY Saturday for a FREE Workout! The classes are open to the public and you don’t have to be a current member of our bootcamp. View the details and location info HERE.
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 […]
The Chaturanga Dandasana or “yoga pushup” is one of the most challenging poses in a vinyasa yoga class. Most people think they are doing it correctly (because they can’t see what they are doing) but usually they are way off! Here is a step-by-step guide and my tips so that you look good chaturangaing (not […]
**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 […]
Don’t wait until Jan 1st to get started on your health and fitness goals for the new year! Start now! Not sure where to start? I always like to get a new pair of training shoes to get me motivated. My latest favorite is the Asics Gel-Fit Sana (pictured). These shoes are so cool and […]
Squats are not only great because they sculpt the lower body and keep your glutes looking tight and lifted…but also they are great because they burn a ton of calories and rev up our metabolism. Some of our largest muscles are located in our lower body (glutes, quads, hamstrings), so by working those large muscles…you […]
I was featured in the Houston Chronicle this week on the front page of the Health section! Thanks to Joy Sewing who wrote this nice article about my project with Ford! via Houston Chronicle: It seems obvious why people drive a Ford F-Series truck. It’s big and can haul a lot of stuff. But fitness […]
It’s been awhile since I’ve done a favorites post – so I have a lot of new products that I wanted to share with you guys! Most of these are health and fitness related, except for the baby gear – so just skip over that section if it doesn’t apply to you. Workout Clothes & Gear […]
I’m excited to be featured in the November/December issue of Muscle and Fitness Hers Magazine! Four of my favorite workouts are included on pages 87-89 alongside workouts from other top trainers and IFBB Pros! All of the workouts are quick and efficient and most can be done in 10-15minutes! The issue is out on […]
I’m thrilled to be working with the brand Lorna Jane! Have you guys heard of them? They are huge in Australia and are expanding in the US (they are in Dallas now!). They have super cute workout clothes, food journals and other fitness accessories. Their founder Lorna Jane is amazing and is always sharing healthy lifestyle […]
I recently interviewed my friend Rachel who is a former Rockets Power Dancer AND Houston Texans Cheerleader! I started working with Rachel in 2010 when she danced with the NBA. She is super talented and is in amazing shape! I wanted to share her fitness tips and secrets for those of you who may be […]
I’m excited to share this fun project with Ford! I was asked to create a workout series for truck owners that they could do any time, anywhere! So, below is the first workout in my Ford Mobile Gym Series – the “Built Ford Tough Total Body Workout” Did you know you can get in a […]
Did you break out your favorite pair of skinny jeans this fall only to realize they are a little snug this year? Fear not! My workout below will tone and tighten your legs so those jeans fit in all the right places! Be sure to follow a clean diet – especially if you need to […]
Join my Fit For Fall Challenge with Bombshell Bootcamp*! We are starting a new Fall challenge for the month of October to get you fit and toned to jumpstart the holiday season! Follow along with us as you do a different workout each day! You do not need to live in Houston to join our challenge! […]
Now that Fall is here – everyone (including me) is crazy once again for Pumpkin Spice! It’s everywhere! But, not all of these treats and snacks with pumpkin flavor are healthy for you. One of the most popular is Starbuck’s Pumpkin Spice Latte and it has a ton of sugar (49 grams!!!) and fake ingredients. […]
The leg press machine at the gym is one of my favorites and I try to do it every time I go because it’s something that I don’t have access to at home. I usually do 3-4 sets of 12-15 reps each with one set at a much lighter weight and I do 20 reps. […]
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 […]
Follow along with me and Carrie as we take you through one of our favorite Tabata workouts! We have Tabata Tuesdays almost every week at our bootcamp because it’s such a great workout and the girls love the results!