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  • Strength Foundations Bundle

    A new offering from Lavender Lifting! Three in-person sessions to learn the barbell squat, bench press, and deadlift.

    This is a great option for those who go to the gym somewhat regularly but are nervous about the barbell stuff. I promise you are strong enough to do the barbell stuff!

    Includes:

    • Three in-person sessions at B&W Gym (Ridge & Clark) to focus on squat, bench, and deadlift. We’ll schedule these out over the span of one month.
    • 2 written workouts to follow on your own in-between the sessions.
    • Discount on your first month of 1:1 monthly coaching if you signup within a month of finishing your sessions.

    All for $175!

    Get Started Here

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  • 3 Common Beginner Mistakes (and how to avoid them!)

    3 Common Beginner Mistakes (and how to avoid them!)

    1. Not lifting heavy enough


    It’s ok to start light! But something a lot of beginners do is stay too light for too long. When you first walk into the gym, do some simple movements with light weight. But on your second week, go up in weight. Keep going up slightly each week (generally).

    Tip: Your weights should feel doable but also challenging.

    2. Not being aware of your body


    It’s really easy to do an exercise and feel like you’re doing it right. But you won’t know if you can’t see yourself! Find a spot where you can do your exercise in front of a mirror, or set up your phone inconspicuously to record a set or two. When I first started barbell squatting I thought I squatted SO LOW and then I recorded it and it was….. not anywhere even close to what it felt like!

    Tip: Do movements in front of a mirror or record yourself to see how your form is.

    3. Skipping the basics


    You might see all sorts of stuff online about supplements, hacks, stuff to buy… Consumerism gonna consume. 99% of your progress is made with plain ol’ hard work and rest.

    Tip: Follow an exercise program consistently, hydrate, eat enough food, and get enough sleep.

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  • Welcome!

    Welcome!

    What you’ll find on the blog in the future:

    • How to incorporate movement into your daily life
    • Making space for queer people in fitness
    • At-Home workout samples
    • ADHD tips for exercise
    • Autism tips for Exercise
    • Meal prep ideas
    • How to lose fat without tracking calories
    • Tips to eat enough to gain muscle and fuel your workouts
    • Finding community in fitness

    …. and more!