This made my day. How cool is this?
Rocking it with Hannette Staack at the WBJJF
It was such an honour to be teaching alongside Hannette Staack at this awesome event.
Lately I have been teaching a seminar every week or so. It is so amazing to be able to travel to new places, see new things, meet new people all because of the sport I love. The other week I was honoured to be teaching a seminar in Texas for the Women's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation alongside multiple time World Champ Hannette Staack. The WBJJF is dedicated to promoting women in the sport with camps, tournaments and seminars geared to both women and girls. Thank you Kristine Felts for starting this organisation and making a difference to so many. Your efforts are hugely appreciated. I met amazing women who were seasoned athletes, or brand new beginners or mothers (one was a mother of 5 kids!) Everyone of these ladies was taking the time out for themselves to pursue what they love and that is what it is all about.
Finding the balance as an athlete
It is really important to find the balance in your fitness routines. After all your training sessions and after a hard workout you have to make the time to stretch. Training involves contracting your muscles repeatedly over time. So in order to maintain that balance you need to stretch which elongates your muscles. Without stretching, your muscles can tighten up and over time this can lead to muscle pain, joint pain and musclular and strength imbalances. So after your sessions, make the time for a stretch. Even a quick stretch for 5 mins will make a world of difference to how your body feels after the workout once you have cooled down.
Texas with Hannette Staack for Women's Brazilian jiu jitsu federation
I headed out to Texas to teach a seminar with Hannette Staack for the Women's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation. The event was a huge event with a tournament also with many people participating. I am honoured to be a part of this amazing event and to be teaching along side the amazing Hannette Staack who is doing amazing things for women in the sport.
100% healthy lifestyle
They say it is 80% diet and 20% exercise, but in reality it is 100% of the right lifestyle. What you eat, how much water you drink,how you train, how much sleep you get and your frame of mind are all essential factors to looking and feeling your best every day. All the parts together make up the whole. Just eating right but not sleeping enough won't do. Just as training hard but not eating right won't work either. Another important factor is rest. Taking time out for some TLC is very important for your mind and your body. Treat yourself to a massage and take timeout every day for some meditation.
Seminars in Kentucky
The ladies group private where we discuss all things girly...
This weekend just past I headed out to Kentucky to teach a ladies workshop and a seminar. I met some familiar faces and some new faces and it is always a great opportunity to connect and share knowledge. We discussed all things jiu jitsu and nutrition. I enjoyed the relaxed Southern vibe. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. Thank you Christinia Scott for being a wonderful host and for making this possible.
My seminar. Some familiar faces and some new ones.
Wheat - the modern day staple that is slowly killing us
"It seems so normal to eat eggs on toast for breakfast or a sandwich for lunch. A muffin or some pretzels dipped in salsa for a snack and pasta for dinner to refuel after a heavy workout. Of course, the muffin is low fat and the toast is whole grain. It only makes sense to eat healthy when you are working out and trying to maintain a good lifestyle, right?
What most people don’t realize is that this diet, which is typical for most Westerners, is slowly killing them, and that is no exaggeration. These foods I mentioned all have one thing in common — they are derived from wheat."
Read on in my latest article that was recently published in Whole Life Challenge about wheat and why it is so bad for you. There are so many better alternatives of carbohydrates that are far less processed contain many more essential nutrients such as fiber, vitamins, minerals and essential fats.
https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-problem-with-wheat-and-the-power-you-have-to-fix-it/
Women connecting with women at Breakdown Academy
I love my job. I get to fly all over the world to connect with other fabulous women who get to connect with each other. Everywhere I go I meet new people and make new friends. I was honoured to be a part of Breakdown Academy's first women's openmat event. The gym is working hard at promoting women in the sport so I support this wholeheartedly. THey are hosting a women's open mat every month so stay tuned for details.
