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Hello, it´s me! – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
“Hello, it´s me…” silently singing Adele in my head to announce that the newsletter is back! 🥳 You have probably been wondering where I was, or maybe not. But I definitely felt weird not sending out newsletters weekly! It kinda…
Took a break? Your Muscles Haven’t Forgotten 💪 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Let’s talk about something that happens to all of us, no matter how motivated or disciplined we are: setbacks. Maybe it was a vacation, an injury, a stressful period at work, or just life being life. You…
Foam Rolling 🌀: Is It Worth It? The science behind myofascial release – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Let’s talk about something you’ve probably seen at the gym—or maybe even tried yourself: foam rolling. You’ve seen people slowly rolling back and forth on a hard cylinder, often with a pained expression that makes you wonder:…
Caffeine & Workouts ☕️ – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Let’s talk about one of the world’s most loved performance enhancers: caffeine. Whether it’s your morning coffee, a pre-workout booster, or an energy drink before the gym — caffeine is everywhere in the fitness world. And yes,…
Should You Focus on Compound or Isolation Exercises? Here’s What I Recommend 👩🏻🏫 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Let’s dive into something that often confuses even experienced gym-goers: compound vs. isolation exercises. You’ve probably heard both terms before, but knowing how to use them effectively can really take your training to the next level. I’ve…
Are Detox Diets a Scam? The Truth About Cleansing & Weight Loss 🧃 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Let’s talk about something that keeps popping up in conversations and on social media – detox diets. Juice cleanses, tea detoxes, fasting days with only lemon water… They all promise to “reset” your body, “flush out toxins,”…
“No Pain, No Gain”? Not So Fast… 👩🏻🏫 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Let’s talk about a phrase that’s been floating around gyms for decades, drilled into our heads by movies, t-shirts, and gym goers: “No pain, no gain.” It sounds tough, right? Almost heroic. But here’s the deal: when…
The Truth About Fruit Yogurt and Smoothies: Not as Healthy as You Think! 🍓 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – If you’ve ever reached for a “healthy” snack and picked up a fruit yogurt or smoothie, thinking you’re doing your body a favor—you’re not alone. These products are often marketed as wholesome, vitamin-rich choices. But here’s the…
Should You Lift Heavier to Get Stronger? 🤔 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – When we hit the gym, most of us want to get stronger. But what does that really mean? Strength training and muscle growth (hypertrophy) are closely related, but they’re not exactly the same thing. You can get…
The Truth About Muscle Growth 💪🏼 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – If you’ve ever trained hard in the gym, you’ve probably heard all sorts of claims about how muscle growth actually happens. Maybe you’ve been told that the burn is everything, that soreness equals progress, or that you…
Find Your Perfect Cardio Intensity: The Science of Power Zones 🚴🏻♀️ – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re pushing too hard or not hard enough during your cardio sessions, you’re not alone. Cardio training isn’t just about going all out or taking it easy—it’s about training smart. And that’s…
Mastering Tempo: The Secret to Better Workouts 🏋🏻♀️ – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Ever see someone at the gym bouncing through their reps, barely controlling the weight? This week I want to talk about why it is important to consider tempo as a crucial part of your training. The tempo…
VO2 Max: How to measure and improve oxygen efficiency 😮💨 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Well, if you know me, you know that I don’t enjoy cardio training. However, I do it anyway, because of the countless benefits. But how do we measure our cardio performance? When we often track progress using…
The Power of the Mind-Muscle Connection 🧠💪🏼 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – This week, I have a question for you. When you’re lifting weights, are you just going through the motions, or are you actively feeling the muscles work? If you’re not intentionally engaging the muscles you’re training, you…
The Power of Affirmations in Your Fitness Journey 🧘🏻♀️ – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – When it comes to fitness, we often focus on physical training – lifting heavier, running faster, or stretching deeper. But have you ever trained your mind the same way?If you know me, you know that I firmly…
How Stress is Holding You Back and What You Can Do About It 😰 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – We’re already in February, and the holiday season feels like a distant memory. Routine has likely taken over again, and with it, stress has started creeping back into our daily lives.We all experience stress, but few people…
Technique Before Tempo: Why Form Matters 🏋🏻♀️ – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – In the world of fitness, there’s often a rush to lift heavier, move faster, or push harder. But there’s a saying that holds true no matter your goal: “Form first, speed second.” I always preach this to…
Why Not Losing Weight Is NOT a Setback ⚖️ – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – The scale can be a tricky thing – it fluctuates, stalls, and sometimes refuses to go down, even when you’re putting in the effort. But here’s the truth, I always preach to my coachees: not losing weight…
Debunking Hyped Fitness Trends of 2025 👩🏻🏫 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Have you been scrolling through social media lately and saw some of these “innovative” and “easy” fitness routines? Every January I see social media filled with new trending workouts and promising “quick results”, but not every shiny…
Can You Be Vegan and Fit? Absolutely – Here’s How 🥦 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – In January many people I know try to reduce their meat consumption or even participating on the trend “Veganuary” – a vegan month. However, many are concerned that this might hurt their fitness goals. So can you…
Stay Committed: Why Tracking Progress and Reconnecting with Your “Why” Are Crucial 📖 – SHAF Coaching Newsletter
Happy Humpday – Happy New Year! 🥳I hope you read last weeks newsletter and set New Year’s resolutions the right way!Setting these goals is exciting, but staying committed can be a challenge as the weeks go on. If you want…