Celebrating 15 Years of Empower
If you are reading this then you have been a part of our amazing fitness journey. Through ups and downs, though many of life’s milestones, through great times and tough times, we have continued to workout together, sweat together, laugh and sometimes cry together and care about each other. We are grateful. We are proud. […]
Fab 4 Fitness Moves – Superwoman
Want to be a superwoman/superman? Then you need a strong low back. The benefits of low back exercise include improved balance, strengthening the core, and spinal support to preventing injury. Try our Fab 4 Moves and see. Use these Fab 4 Super WOMAN Moves in the Workout: Regular up/downs x 15 Superwoman with pull downs x […]
Mother Nature’s Halloween Candy
Acorn – dark green/orange, or buff-colored, has a ribbed rind, and contains a moist yellow or orange interior. This particular variety of squash contains vitamin A, niacin, folate, thiamine, and vitamin B6 but it is especially a high in vitamin C. Acorn squash is also high in potassium, magnesium, and fiber. Great for roasting and then […]
Fab 4 Fitness Moves – Isometric Holds
Use these Fab 4 Isometric Hold Moves in the Workout:Isometric = Hold Position V sit – Hold for 30-45 sec Superman Hold for 30 sec Bridge – Hold for 1 min Pushup position – Hold for 30 sec REPEAT 3x Spread the Empower love. Share this awesome workout with friends.
Permission to Fail
As I am writing this, Ronda is finessing the verbiage on our application to be co-presenters at IDEA World, one of the largest and most impactful conferences in the fitness industry. This isn’t the first time we have applied. Nope. We applied last year too . . . and got politely denied. Chances are that could […]
Fab 4 Fitness Moves: Mobility Edition
If you would like to have a customized workout plan customized for your needs, your goals, your life, our expert Empower trainers are here for you – virtually or in-person. Sign-up for a FREE Initial Session to get started TODAY! Use these Fab 4 Mobility Moves in the Workout: Hip circles – 10 x each way Floor […]
Something Great to Celebrate
It was August 1993, still only 17 years old, I had just arrived to an almost empty Morrison dorm on UNC’s campus. Freshman orientation for out-of-state students was scheduled for the three days prior to move-in day when the thousands of other students would arrive. Having just moved from California and knowing no one, the expanse of […]
Fab 4 Fitness Moves – Biceps Strength & Stretch
Yeah, they make you look athletic, but strong biceps are also important for your general health. Benefits of bicep exercises include improved bone density, limiting potential injuries, and increased upper body performance. Try our Fab 4 Moves and see. Use these Fab 4 Moves in the Workout: Bicep Curl – 21sHammer Curl x 15 Pronated […]
Finding Our New Normal
Hello Friends, Last week I “broke down” and went out to brunch with my Quaranteam. For some of you, that’s no big deal – you’ve been to restaurants and you feel more comfortable being out and about. Others of you just shuddered at the thought of taking that risk. Before I go on, let me just […]
Fab 4 Fitness Moves: Glute Strength & Stretch
Having strong glutes is a big deal. They help support a range of compound movements, improve posture, and prevent lower back injury. Try our Fab 4 moves and see. Use these Fab 4 Moves in the Workout: Single Leg RDL x 15 each leg Curtsy Lunge x 15 each leg Lunge with Forward Reach x 15 each […]