For a long time, I thought lifting heavier meant I was doing things "right." More weight. More effort. But it was also more stress on an already full life.
But the truth? The hardest I ever trained was also when I felt the worst.
I was rushing workouts, pushing heavier when my body was already exhausted, and layering physical stress on top of mental stress. As a busy mom, my nervous system was fried, my energy was low, and my body just wasn't responding—no matter how hard I tried.
Everything changed when I stopped forcing heavy lifting and started training in a way that worked for me!
Pilates and barre-style workouts gave me:
• muscle tone without burnout
• challenge without wrecking my body
• variety so I didn't get bored
• workouts I could actually fit into my day
• more consistency than I ever had in the gym
And yes-smaller weights work. Slow reps, control, stability, and time under tension will humble you fast.
The only people who think they don't work usually haven't tried them.
You don't need a barbell to build a toned, strong body.
You need a program that works with your life, not against it.
If you've been working hard but feeling tired, frustrated, or stuck... this might be your sign to try something different.
...
Efficient, effective workouts for strong, confident women.
I’m Coach Kel — certified fitness trainer, Pilates specialist, and mom on a mission to help women feel their best. My on-demand method blends Pilates, Barre, Sculpt, and HIIT into aesthetic, results-driven classes you can do anytime, anywhere.
✨ Start your free trial: fitbycoachkel.com
But the truth? The hardest I ever trained was also when I felt the worst.
I was rushing workouts, pushing heavier when my body was already exhausted, and layering physical stress on top of mental stress. As a busy mom, my nervous system was fried, my energy was low, and my body just wasn't responding—no matter how hard I tried.
Everything changed when I stopped forcing heavy lifting and started training in a way that worked for me!
Pilates and barre-style workouts gave me:
• muscle tone without burnout
• challenge without wrecking my body
• variety so I didn't get bored
• workouts I could actually fit into my day
• more consistency than I ever had in the gym
And yes-smaller weights work. Slow reps, control, stability, and time under tension will humble you fast.
The only people who think they don't work usually haven't tried them.
You don't need a barbell to build a toned, strong body.
You need a program that works with your life, not against it.
If you've been working hard but feeling tired, frustrated, or stuck... this might be your sign to try something different.
...
Efficient, effective workouts for strong, confident women.
I’m Coach Kel — certified fitness trainer, Pilates specialist, and mom on a mission to help women feel their best. My on-demand method blends Pilates, Barre, Sculpt, and HIIT into aesthetic, results-driven classes you can do anytime, anywhere.
✨ Start your free trial: fitbycoachkel.com