Tag Archives: Women’s Fitness

Welcome, 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman!

Posted on March 8, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman

Welcome, Angela!  It’s great to have you on the 1st Phorm team.  Check this space for more posts by Angela Coleman, coming soon.

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Buckle down! Getting through the first few weeks of a new program

Posted on September 28, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Kerri Hayes

We all like to look our best when we have a big event, a photo shoot or vacation. When getting ready for something special I normally give myself a set period of time where I eat extra clean, cut out … Continue reading →

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Femme Phorm Skinny Jeans Cardio Routine

Posted on September 28, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

If you have been shopping lately, you will notice that skinny jeans and leggings are a major trend for Fall and Winter. This may have many of you panicking in fear that you won’t be able to squish those thunder … Continue reading →

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I keep hearing everybody talk about Omega-3 fatty acids and weight loss. I’m confused—I thought taking in fat made you fat?

Posted on August 31, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

Great question. The main point here is to understand that all fats are not created equal. If you are thinking of the fats that cause weight gain, you are probably referring to saturated fats. Saturated fats are commonly found in … Continue reading →

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Femme Phorm Anti-Aging Workout

Posted on July 20, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

Question: I’m about to celebrate my 40th birthday and I have to be honest with you—when I look in the mirror I cannot believe what has happened to my body! My derriere is droopy, the back of my arms jiggles … Continue reading →

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I have finally reached my goal of the bikini body that I have been working months for. My butt is smaller and my legs are tighter; my abs have never been this flat! I have lost a significant amount of body fat and I’m very proud of my body. There’s just one problem—my boobs have practically disappeared! Now I was never a very busty girl to begin with, but what I had has shrunk down to a very small A cup. I’m so unhappy with my breasts that I am now contemplating breast augmentation. I am also considering competing in a figure competition down the road. Is it necessary to have breast implants to do well in figure? Having surgery is such a big decision—do you have any advice?

Posted on May 5, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

Well, you are not alone. This is a very common concern that many athletic women have. In case you may have forgotten, here is a little anatomy review: breast tissue is composed primarily of fat. So, if you become very … Continue reading →

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Stimulate Don’t Annihilate

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Chad Kerksick PhD

The scientific basis of resistance training and muscle growth (hypertrophy) is fairly straightforward and based on a few key principles: the overload principle, the progression principle and the specificity principle. All principles collectively should be the cornerstone of any exercise … Continue reading →

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The Femme Phorm Guide to Becoming a Buff Bride for Your Big Day!!

Posted on April 16, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

Question: Hey Gillian, I am getting married in a few months and I desperately need to lose some weight. I am about 20 pounds heavier than I want to be and I really don’t want to have my dress ‘let … Continue reading →

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I have been dieting and working out for a few months and I am happy to report that I have lost twenty pounds so far! Although I am thrilled with this, I am hoping to lose another ten pounds to get to my goal weight, however, it seems that I am “stuck”. I’m really bummed out because it seems like I just can’t get the last ten pounds off. I’m ready to give up. Can you help?

Posted on February 9, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

First of all, congratulations on your weight loss so far! That is great! You voice a rather common complaint that many dieters have. After following the same diet and exercise routine for a few months, many people notice a slowing … Continue reading →

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A Week in the Life of a Bikini Champion!

Posted on January 27, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

I often get asked how I manage to juggle all of my obligations and stay in great shape! Let me tell you, some days, it’s a little crazy, but when you have a goal, you make it happen no matter … Continue reading →

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