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The Problem With Instagram (Pushup Progressions, Regressions & Selfies)

Instagram annoys me. I have been a student of the human movement for the last 17 years with 3 different degrees in kinesiology, biomechanics and Physical Therapy. Yet these so called “social media fitness stars” have diluted, perverted and kind of ruined it for the regular person who is looking to get in shape.  Having…

1 Minute Battle Rope Jumping Jack Challenge #WeekendFITChallenge

BATTLE ROPE JUMPING JACK CHALLENGE // Got a minute?! Try this challenge! I guarantee that a minute will never feel so long! Shoulders and heart rate on FIRE! Want to see the moves? Look at the last video that I posted!   Stay determined, focused and addicted to improving yourself, Dr. Laura Miranda DPT, MSPT,…

Learning From Your Mistakes (Weight Loss Secret)

Learning from your mistakes… SHIFT IN PERSPECTIVE! This right here is a high level trait that is shared between all women who are seeking greatness. Learn it. Embrace it. It WILL change your life.     Stay determined, focused and addicted to improving yourself, Dr. Laura Miranda DPT, MSPT, CSCS NYC Fitness Freak & Physical…

Do What Sets Your Soul on Fire (Monday Motivation)

Do what sets your soul on fire! If you are not… change course immediately; this life is too damn short. Small, daily acts of greatness will change the course of your day and your life. It’s Monday, bitches. Let’s do this!!   Stay determined, focused and addicted to improving yourself, Dr. Laura Miranda DPT, MSPT,…

Core And Cardio Workout – Weekend Fit Challenge

CORE + CARDIO WORKOUT It’s the freakin weekend!! Use this WEEKEND FIT CHALLENGE as a workout in itself or as a nice little add-on to the end of a strength workout! Questions about one of the moves? Comment below!! If you missed last week’s challenge, check it out! Do 30 seconds of each cardio move,…

Hamptons Living Room Circuit (Workout Video!)

HAMPTONS LIVING ROOM CIRCUIT The idea that you can’t get a good workout while you are traveling is just not true! Just finished the following post-birthday-celebration circuit: 1) BULGARIAN JUMP LUNGES 2) SINGLE LEG PUSHUPS 3) HIGH KNEE TAPS 4) INVERTED REVERSE BOX JUMPS 5) EXPLOSIVE INCLINE PUSHUPS. 5 rounds through, 20 seconds of each…

The Birthday Workout Challenge (do this now!)

It’s my BIRTHDAY, BITCHES! What, you thought I would take the day off in honor of celebrating this momentous occasion?! NO WAY! Try this workout that is guided by the # of years you have been on this great earth! Today I will be doing 37 reps of everything! Tell me how you did…post your…

What Is The Best Exercise For Your Butt (Video)

What is the best exercise for your butt?! A video posted by Dr. Laura Miranda DPT, CSCS (@lauramirandafit) on Jun 18, 2015 at 4:21pm PDT   BUILD A BETTER BOOTY… one single-leg-bench-bridge at a time! Add this move into the rotation to strengthen your glutes with laser-like focus. Remember, the glutes are a major component…

#TuesdayTweak How to Make Protein And Energy Balls

Snack Attack!! This week’s #TuesdayTweak is Peanut Butter Protein + Energy Balls! These lil balls of protein and energy are your answer to a sweat treat that’s actually good for you! High in protein, fiber, omega 3’s, & FUN.  Keep these on hand for a quick snack in between meals or when you are on…

Practice Radical Self Acceptance (why you need to do this every day)

I find it helpful to remind myself of this on a regular basis. For me, the A.N.T.s (automatic negative thoughts) come in when I am particularly vulnerable (tired, stressed, angry, lonely.) I can easily let my entire self worth take a hit during these times. But remembering that “I am enough” and “I am exactly…