Affirmations, motivational statements used to reprogram your subconscious mind to focus on positive outcomes rather than dwelling on negativity, are widely used in the self-help world. We are encouraged to use affirmations to boost confidence and quiet negative self-talk. Sounds…
Training for a marathon is a monumental endeavor that demands both physical and mental fortitude. But if you’re thinking about cutting calories to shed some pounds during your training, think again. Contrary to popular belief, calorie restriction in order to…
In today’s digital age, our wrists bear the brunt of our busy lifestyles. From tapping away on keyboards to gripping handheld devices to doing things like push-ups, planks, and downward dog, it’s no wonder wrist pain is a common complaint…
It seems like every day someone on social media is trying to sell me something else they say is “the best way to recover” — from expensive green powders to cold plunges to hand-held massage jackhammers. And I can’t help…
By the time I was pregnant with my first child, I’d been teaching yoga for 8 years and practicing for 13. My home practice was robust and consistent, but I also regularly attended classes taught by other teachers at local…
Have you ever peed your pants while working out? If so, you may have heard that it’s normal after you’ve had kids and as you get older. You might also have been told that you need to do your kegels…
Growing up, one adage that I knew to be true was that you absolutely do not ask a woman her age. It was always something to be coy about—the implication being that not only was it intrusive to ask, but…
Watching the Olympics this summer I found myself thinking about how the athletes balance training, resting, and fueling so they can perform at the highest level. In my years teaching yoga and strength one of the biggest struggles I face…
In a world that often pushes us to extremes, the all-or-nothing mindset can feel like a relentless adversary—popping up to sabotage your progress toward your goals like an ever-present Whack-A-Mole, only way less cute. This mindset traps you in a…
On December 26, 2023, Alison Heilig through her business, Miles To Go Athletics, acquired Fit Bottomed Girls after being hand-picked to take the reins by FBGs Jenn and Kristen. In this conversation, the new owner and Editor-in-Chief of FBG, Alison…
