by Pamela Hernandez | Jun 25, 2015 | Fit Travel, Fitness, Workouts
There is only one exercise that every client enjoys. They ask for it. They cheer when I tell them they get to do it. Any guesses what exercise it is? Medicine ball slams. As a personal trainer I love medicine ball slams because they are a great low impact (unless you...
by Pamela Hernandez | Jun 29, 2015 | Fitness, Fitness Book Club, Motivation, Reviews
Persisting with a habit can be particularly hard when the habit doesn’t yield flashy results. While there’s the satisfaction of knowing that I’m doing what’s good for me and holding myself to my intentions, rarely do I achieve glorious outcomes. I’ve found, however,...
by Pamela Hernandez | Jul 16, 2015 | Fit Travel, Motivation, What's New at Thrive Personal Fitness
Our habits are what make us or break us. I rely on my habits to keep me moving forward when my motivation wanes. Habits have served me well over my fitness journey… except when I become a slave to them. This isn’t a new realization. It first came to me many years ago...
by Pamela Hernandez | Jul 17, 2015 | Video, Video Blog
Personal Trainer Pamela Hernandez answers a viewer’s question which is a better choice, a mixed cocktail or beer? In this video: Alcohol is not helpful on a fitness journey. If you are going to indulge which is a BETTER choice.
by Pamela Hernandez | Aug 3, 2015 | Fitness, Monthly Workout Playlist, Motivation
As summer starts to wind down, my workouts are winding up. I’ve found a new focus in the gym since starting the OxyChallenge. It’s not to say I didn’t enjoy my workouts before. The gym is my “me time”, my recharge time. Yet it’s fair to say I was in a rut. Now that...
