Lauren Brooks Fitness

Six years ago I was blessed with my second baby girl.  She didn't make her way in to this world easily, despite how great my pregnancy was. (Birth story here ) My life has not been the same since, as most parents can imagine. I truly didn't realized after being head over heels in love with my first child, that feeling the same about my second was possible. She has definitely proved me wrong. The connection I have with both of my girls are so different, yet very strong on many levels. The individuality of character they both portray astounds me.         Happy 6th Birthday to my precious Chloe. Chloe has learned to read this year in her Kindergarten class and is very motivated to read every book she has to me.  She has learned to use her scooter this year, earned her yellow belt in karate, and enjoys performing with singing and dancing routines with her sisters. Chloe 6 weeks old with her 2  yr old sister Chloe is a witty, swe...

Several years ago someone told me about the show the Biggest Loser.  Reluctantly I turned on the TV, since I don't really watch TV, and began watching the show in the middle of the season. The name of the show bothered me right away, but like most of America, I became intrigued.  The title of the show bothered me tremendously.  I interpreted "The Biggest Loser" as them referring to the contestants as big losers.  Tuning in to the middle of the season, the show would consist of displaying videos/ photos of how they looked at their heaviest, side by side with how they currently looked from all their "hard" work.  There would be long winded workouts with yelling, screaming, passing out, and emotional breakdowns. The inspiring weight loss images along with the confidence level was displayed very well.  I was pleased to see how happy these contestants looked. They showed them crying for joy on how they're getting their life back with all the hard work and ...

Beginning STRENGTH and Fat Loss WORKSHOP with KETTLEBELLS and more... Beginner focused: All levels are welcomed. AUSTIN, TEXAS at the Onnit Academy Move better and Feel Better learning how to use your body weight and kettlebells to achieve the strong and lean body you've always strived for. Quick and efficient workouts will get you there without the long drawn out boring cardio sessions that run your muscle off and cause overuse injuries. Be ready to change your life! Instructed by Lauren Brooks   Feb 7th Saturday Time: 12-4 p.m. Details below! ONLY $149 Who will benefit from these Fat loss and Strength workshops: - Busy people who struggle to find the time to work out; such as moms, dads, and all working professionals who still want to feel and look amazing! - People who despise exercise and need something that is fun and motivating. - Beginning exercisers that want to learn a  fun  and  ...

“There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: the fear of failure.” -  Paulo Coelho It’s a bloody shame that in today’s world so many dreams stay just that - a dream.  Ideas and hopes are born in a person’s mind, yet don’t have the chance to actually live. How will you know if you can ever accomplish something if you don’t take a risk and put yourself out there?  What Gets in the Way of Our Dreams? So what is it that stops people from taking the risk and pursuing their dreams?  Is it the fear of failure? The fear of being judged? The negative self-talk telling you to just settle and keep your aspirations as a distant unrealistic thought? Keep reading on the Breaking Muscle site here