I just finished another personalized diet plan for a client of mine. Most people come to me because they can't lose those last 5 pounds. I know they are the hardest to lose for sure! The recurring theme is that you guys aren't eating enough especially in the morning. For those who have already signed up for my nutrition e book:https://sophiadrysdale.squarespace.com/subscribe/ , you will find that I place a lot of importance on breakfast and none of my meals include any breakfast cereals. Sorry!. But unprocessed whole foods are the way to go!. Click the link if you would like to sign up for the 30% discount code.
Eggs... It amazes me how these little guys get such a bad wrap. In my nutrition e book I uncover a lot of misconceptions and eggs are one of them. Everyone thinks that you can only eat the egg whites. This came about because of a) the body building industry and b) because of the big scare on fats and cholesterol. Put simply you only eat egg whites if you are a weeks out from a body building show where you have to be under 5% body fat. Keep in mind that these athletes don't maintain that level of leanness. It is only temporary. And the cholesterol found in natural foods such as eggs and seafood do not adversely affect your health like previously though. Processed, refined white carbohydrates play a much more significant role in elevating your LDL cholesterol levels. So next time eat the whole egg- full of all your fat soluble vitamins, A,D,E & K.
If you have seen some of the other posts most of you have figured out that I am no longer at Drysdale JJ. Although it was initially heart breaking since I put everything I had into building and running that gym for so long, and I will miss a bunch of people, my leaving was a necessity for my own peace of mind and happiness. I am now training at Cobrinha Las Vegas headquarters and I have been welcomed with open arms. Hector and Helen are 100% supportive me and everything to do with women's Jiu jitsu. At the end of the day it doesn't matter where you train or what team you represent because we are all here for the same reason, and that is for the love of Jiu jitsu. I have met some of the most incredible people all around the world and built life long friendships through Jiu jitsu and I look forward to this continued journey and what 2016 will bring.
FitLife Magazine is a recently launched men's magazine that is dedicated to health and fitness. The mag covers really informative, real life stuff. I was chosen as the featured lady in the 'Ladies First' section and in the interview I discuss my recent Australian tour and my projects moving forward with women's BJJ, health and fitness. The readers want to see women in the fitness industry who aren't doing the bimbo thing and who are making a difference. So I am really honoured that I was chosen!!! Thank you Terry Googlad and Ana Tigre for the makeup and article.
Rowdey Rollers was a huge success. Ladies from all over Las Vegas and even Arizona turned up to roll and meet new people. I saw some old faces and met some new ones. We are all here for the same reasons- to support each other and to have fun. Thank you Mylene Engle and Ronda for putting this event on.
Rowder Rollers. All women's open mat event in Las Vegas.
Another full day of photoshoots. I am starting to learn the tricks of the trade. Make up, lighting, poses and pre shoot preparation. Gonna become a pro at this. Lol. Thank you Terry Goodlad for your expertise behind the camera and thank you Ana Tigre for the beautiful hair and make up
If your New Year's resolution is to get in the best shape of your life, remember that it is a lifestyle thing and not a 'I am going to diet for 2 months' thing. The only way to getting in great shape and staying that way is consistency and making healthy eating a integral part of your life.
Transverse abdominal exercises for everyone. Beginner, advanced and new mothers!
I recently wrote an article for Whole Life Challenge magazine which is all about training your transverse abs for a flat tummy. Your transverse abs are the muscles you use to suck your tummy in! Here are some good exercises you can do to train your inner corset.
These exercises are ideal for new mum's also. You can start with the more basic, Angry Cat, Happy cat exercises and work your way to the more challenging plant hold exercises.
