While both HIIT (high-intensity interval training) and CrossFit use high-intensity cardio and strength intervals, CrossFit focuses more on functional movement training, advanced lifting techniques, and structured routines, while HIIT features time-efficient workouts for fat loss and improved cardiovascular health. Here, we look at HIIT vs CrossFit to help you decide which one best fits your…
You don’t need a quiz to tell you there’s stress in your life. That’s true always and forever. But it can be helpful to better understand how that stress makes you feel—and how well you’re coping with it. Because there are no “objective” stressors. Whether it’s work, finances, family, health, or any other potential life…
At Girls Gone Strong, we are committed to bringing you insightful and relevant articles touching on all aspects of women’s health, from fitness and nutrition to mental and sexual health, pregnancy, mindset and much more, all from a feminist and body-positive perspective. We do so by enlisting the work of world-class experts and highly-qualified contributors,…
Have you ever been in one of these situations? Situation #1: A client you’ve been training gets pregnant. She asks you what this means for her strength training program. What do you say? Situation #2: A new client wants to start strength training with you… but she’s pregnant. What do you do? If you’ve ever found yourself…
Sweet potatoes vs. potatoes: A nutritional debate fueled by misinformation, baseless ‘superfood’ obsessions, and carbohydrate phobias. Here’s how these tubers compare — and why both deserve a place in your diet. ++++ A few years back, some nutrition enthusiasts decided to figure out whether white or sweet potatoes were “healthier”. One group compared the glycemic…
Name: Diana Edgell Age: 33 Location: Springfield, VA What was your first thought when you learned about the GGS Academy and the GGS-1 Certification? I feel very passionately about the importance of strengthening women. All women, in all ways. I was excited for the opportunity to be a part of a growing movement towards inclusion…
What is Functional Strength Training? Functional strength training prepares your body for the way it needs to move when performing routine tasks, such as sitting, standing, walking up stairs, and carrying heavy loads. When you add resistance to these exercises, you can improve overall strength levels, making daily activities easier to perform. Plus, adding resistance…
Sharing some ideas for healthy Christmas side dishes if you’re planning for the festivities! Hi friends! How are you? I hope you had a wonderful weekend! We had our Fighter Group Christmas party, I taught a barre class, and saw Wicked for the third time. I will probably see it at least once more in theaters –…
Have you ever heard that strength training is good for you and thought, “Yup, that sounds like a good idea, but…” That “but” usually precedes a question. Like: “… but what exactly do you mean by strength training?” “… but does it require lifting heavy weights?” “… but can I add it into what I’m…
Sharing 10 sides to go with your salmon dinner. Salmon is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy, making it a popular protein source in many households. Its versatility and ease of preparation mean it can be cooked in numerous ways to suit different tastes and occasions. Whether you grill, bake, or pan-sear salmon, the…
