Fit with Finesse is a wellness community for women of color who unapologetically live their best lives with a carefree attitude, weights in their hands, and a tune in their HEARTS.
We believe in moving in ways that make you happy, and we’ve been finding a lot of happy (and stress relief) from boxing. Check out three reasons why we are loving it and some recommendations where you can box from anywhere in the country.
Everybody is raving about the Peloton app. Is the hype worth it? We’ve checked out the app and are sharing our thoughts with you.
Mini Loop Bands are a great alternative to dumbbells. Today we giving you an awesome upper-body strength workout with these fun, light equipment that you can do anywhere!
Let’s get moving, y’all! This cardio workout is a great endurance test. Get that heart rate up with changing times and focus.
It’s Day Five and we mixing it up with a full-body workout combining the best of strength and cardio! a Grab your dumbbells, or use just bodyweight, for today’s hybrid workout!
This month is a celebration of women and all of the wonderful contributions we have made to society. As a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, I've had the honor of working with some amazing women, and one of the things that come up is the need and desire to have a safe space to work out.
Here are some ways I try to make sure that happens!
The past year has been a rollercoaster ride for many of us, but we believe it’s also put what’s important into perspective. We’re talking about one change we are looking forward to making that’s trickling over into the blog. Check it out!
Outside is reopening and we are slowly moving back to normal (more on that in another post). That does mean more outdoor workouts, race season is approaching and a vacation or two after the hardships of this past year. WE want to make sure we are also protecting our skin. Check out a few sunscreen recommendations we’ve tried to keep you glowing this summer.
Hip hop culture has taken over fitness culture. However, what’s missing in most of the studios we visit is…us, people who look like us. Today we are talking the thin line between cultural appropriation and appreciation in fitness culture and how studios can begin think different about diversity and inclusion in their space.
Goodness, we missed working out together!! On a recent girl’s trip, we got to visit TruFusion in Blue Diamond, NV. Check out our review of this studio in today’s post.
It does has a reputation as the “Michelle Obama” workout and yes, that’s why we tried it. But this studio packs a lot into just a little! Don’t be intimidated. Click the link to find out more on why you should check it out too.
This month we are exploring some new studios and healthy eats in the Los Angeles downtown neighborhood. What was our first stop? The Jyim located in the heart of DTLA’s Art District!
The temps are cooling down and it’s officially soup weather! Check out these easy, healthy, soup recipes for a warm night in with your favorite show!
Celebrating International Women’s Day with a flashback to our recent girl’s trip in Breckenridge, CO. Grab your best girls and throw a cooking party. Get into our recap of this trip and find some inspiration for pulling your crew together for an unforgettable experience.
We’re opening up about how we fuel our bodies for the tough workouts we endure. Get into what we’ve been and how we’ve been handling this pandemic.
It’s fall, y’all! And nothing makes us feel more comfy this time of year than curling up with a bowl full of goodness. Get into this post for some inspiration for healthy eats using our favorite fall fruits and veggies.
“Balance” seems to be the word that is defining this time at home. We’ve both been craving comfort foods and got into the kitchen to create a few meals that make us feel good and were great companions for curling up on the couch. Get into it now!
While we are stuck inside, let’s have some fun in the kitchen. You can enjoy your favorite snacks in healthy ways, like air fryer potato chips and french onion dip! Let’s snack happy, friends. :)
We believe Galentine’s Day should be an official holiday. We love our crew of amazing, talented girl friends and love the idea of celebrating them even more. Whether you are hosting a Galentine’s party, or looking to take a dish or two along, check out a few ideas we would want on the table this time around.
We’re Back with Another Fit with Finesse Grocery Challenge! This time we are taking on Whole Foods! So did we manage to meal prep for the week under $75? Check it out here!
We are coffee lovers, but we also know the sugar that is lurking in our favorite latte and mocha. We are sharing a way to still enjoy the great taste of coffee in a nutrient dense way. Check it out.
Tacos and margaritas sound like the perfect way to unwind after a long week, right? Tacos are also the easiest meal to make a little healthier with just a few swaps, without losing great flavor. Check out two of our favorite taco recipes in celebration of National Taco Day.
Let’s pause 2020 and rewind to 2000, guys! Our latest Haute Hits playlist is a blast from the past. 2020 can wait an hour or two.
Do you put a lot of thought into what you wear to the gym? Or grab the first tank and tights you see? We are going to be sharing a lot more of our thoughts on fitness, fashion and the large intersection that’s happening between the two. First thoughts? The co-ord gym set. Would you rock it?
The 90s are back and taking over not only street style, but fitness style as well. Check out our latest fitness fashion experiment and let us know whether you are here for it….or not.
Jeanette Jenkins has been an inspiration for us throughout our fitness journey. We recently received five minutes to pick her brain and boy did we jump at the opportunity. Get into our conversation with one of the biggest names in fitness scene and all of her black girl magic!
Lisa Monger is a banking & finance professional, certified massage therapist, mother & wife, and fitness instructor living her best, fit life over 40. She walks us through how she strives for balance and the importance of journaling in this month’s profile.
Chevy Laurent, owner of RydeFYR heated cycling studio, is the true embodiment of Fit Girl Magic. Check out how Chevy got out of her comfort zone and is now living her best life as a fitness professional and entrepreneur.
This month is a celebration of women and all of the wonderful contributions we have made to society. As a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, I've had the honor of working with some amazing women, and one of the things that come up is the need and desire to have a safe space to work out.
Here are some ways I try to make sure that happens!