Figo September 11th

My Peach, Burrata & Proscuitto Appetizer is the easiest recipe for gourmet entertaining! And Trevor’s 90 Second Pushup Challenge is perfect for your end of the workout fat burn and arm pump before the party!

Peach, Burrata & Proscuitto Wraps… Read more

Figo September 4th

ZOODLE SHRIMP SCAMPI
(serves 4)

Ingredients:
-1.5 lbs of wild caught large/jumbo shrimp (thawed, shelled, deveined)
-2 T unsalted butter
-2 T extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
-2 cloves of garlic
-1/2 C dry white wine
-1 … Read more

Figo: Episode 2!

In FigoFit, Peanut is showing you an original move called the downdog to push-up pyramid. A fantastic exercise for tightening the arms and toning the shoulders. We also get the yoga benefits from the downward dog, especially in those often-tight … Read more

Crunching Numbers for the New Year

Tis the season for an influx of new gym memberships, 15 minute waits for the elliptical, angry regulars, confused beginners, and busy trainers cashing out. Yes, tis the season for fitness new years resolutions! While I treasure this time of … Read more

12 Tips to a Happy & Healthy Holiday

1. Embrace your inner dasher
Tis the season for intervals! I’m adamant about getting my clients to change up their cardio workouts when the 1-hour elliptical jaunt has gotten all too comfortable. Not only are intervals efficient of your time, … Read more

Figo: Lunges and Rosemary Roasted Butternut Squash

This FigoFit & FigoFood episode has us gearing up for Thanksgiving Day!

For FigoFit, Peanut demonstrates a step back lunge and single arm press. This is a great move to tone the shoulders and tighten up the legs! Add this … Read more

Resistance Training 101

With the help of my meathead best friend Julie, I’ve demonstrated and explained the most basic resistance training exercises that require dumbbells and just bodyweight. Most exercise prescriptions I provide for my clients include these fundamental moves, so it’s essential … Read more

shape your shoulders and tone your obliques

This is the shoulder shaping and oblique toning superset! All you need is a medicine ball for these two moves.

1. Pivot press (12 reps on each side) 2. Med ball mountain climber (30sec).

*Alternate for 3-5 sets.

**Use this … Read more

Nike Pro Bra Experience, NYC

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Down in the heart of Soho, Nike was determined to show women how your boobs should really feel during a workout. Secured and like they’re not even there–that describes my breasts when they’re at their best during a sweat sesh.… Read more