Booty Bands; What are They Good For?
MiniFlex
Nothing! Kidding, but that's not too far off: • Booty bands are *okay* but you might be wasting your time with them. • Want a bigger butt? Choose movements that you can add weight too and why. • How to use them in your warm-ups effectively without wasting your time. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on or Connect with Rachel on social media: Instagram: TikTok: Youtube: Facebook Twitter: LinkedIn: ...
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Lower Back Hurting During Squats?
MiniFlex
There's usually a pretty obvious reason: • Are you going outside of your personal range of motion? If you don't know what that is, no worries, I explain it here. • The elusive "butt wink" and how to avoid it. • The problem with hip & ankle mobility and how it relates to your squat - a simple fix you can use to fix it. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on or Connect with Rachel on social media: ...
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Train Specifically to Build Muscle
MiniFlex
Stop choosing shitty exercises to build muscle AKA get toned. • Incorporating effective reps, becasue if your reps are ineffective reps, what are you even doing? • Learn what a full range of motion is and why you should give a shit. • Discussing why time under tension is important and how that relates to building muscle. • How to get the most bang for your buck when it comes to rep ranges. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE...
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Should you Wear a Lifting Belt?
MiniFlex
This is something my mind has changed about: • Legitimately good reasons to wear a weightlifting belt in certain situations. • How a belt creates stability without sacrificing gains or strength. • Simple do's and don't's of wearing a belt. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on or Connect with Rachel on social media: Instagram: TikTok: Youtube: Facebook Twitter: LinkedIn: Primary Programs ...
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Cardio Before or After Weights?
MiniFlex
It does make a difference - which is exactly why I made this video: • A deeper dive into why you're doing cardio in the first place and how it relates to fat loss. • HIIT vs. LISS - What these are why it matters. • The issue with turning your lifting sessions into cardio. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on or Connect with Rachel on social media: Instagram: TikTok: Youtube: Facebook Twitter: ...
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How to Track Alcohol Macros
MiniFlex
If you are going to drink, here's how to fit it into your plan: • I go over the in's and out's of tracking on common apps like MyFitnessPal and how to punch the numbers in. • I discuss my thought process on whether or not to get crunk that night. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on or Connect with Rachel on social media: Instagram: TikTok: Youtube: Facebook Twitter: LinkedIn: Primary Programs ...
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The Power of Girls' Club
MiniFlex
Community, community, community • You aren't alone, I can guarantee it. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on or Connect with Rachel on social media: Instagram: TikTok: Youtube: Facebook Twitter: LinkedIn: Primary Programs
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Progressive Overload; Broetry
MiniFlex
Turning fancy weightlifting jargon into poetry: • I discuss the meaning of the term progressive overload and how it can apply to every day life. • The importance of pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone, even if it's tough. • How achieving something one time is the magic you might be needing. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on or Connect with Rachel on social media: Instagram: TikTok: ...
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Do you Need to Warm-Up?
MiniFlex
If you're spending 30 minutes on a warm-up, this one's for you: • Most people don't have two hours to spend in the gym, but if you do, great - go for it! • The warm-up I recommend based on the workout you have. • My opinion on mobility, activation exercises, and what actually sets you up for your workout best. Where to find Rachel: To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below MINIFLEX on or MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on or Connect with Rachel on social media: Instagram: ...
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How to Squat Properly
MiniFlex
Squatting is hard - Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. • First off, what's your goal with squatting? Is it for muscle building or sport-specific? That's going to change everything. • Discussing why YOUR personal anatomy matters and specific ways to work around it. (Shoutout to all my friends with long femurs). • Learn what to watch out for when it comes to squat depth and how to avoid the ridiculously named, "Butt wink." • Choosing the right stance for you, weight to lift for your specific goal, and how to breathe and brace. • Questioning the notion that you even NEED to barbell...
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• The importance of breathing and bracing when it comes to safety while lifting.
• What is the valsalva maneuver and how to use it during your lifts?
• Try these out and learn why these metaphors make sense.
Where to find Rachel:
To learn more and apply to work one-on-one with Rachel, visit her website: https://www.rgfit.com/apply
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Check out Rachel’s NEW podcasts below
MINIFLEX on Spotify or Apple Podcast
MUSCLE SCIENCE FOR WOMEN on Spotify or Apple Podcast
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- Instagram: @rachelgregory.cns
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