Being Married to a Bodybuilder
It’s been three long, challenging, exciting, and incredibly rewarding years since I started my journey as a bodybuilder. There have definitely been highs and lows, but from my perspective, it has mostly been one big high. I’ve learned what my body is capable of. I’ve pushed myself mentally and physically. I’ve stepped on stages I never imagined I would stand on, earned medals, celebrated wins, and grown in ways that have gone far beyond bodybuilding. But there’s another side
Shawnta Salazar
Aug 216 min read
Comparison Is the Thief of Joy…Until You Learn How To Use It
“Comparison is the thief of joy.” I’ve heard that quote more times than I can count, and every single time it has struck a chord. For most of my 40 years, I’ve tried to stay in my own lane. That doesn’t mean I’ve never looked over at someone else’s. I’m human! Like so many of us, I’m active on social media. I’m a content creator (self-proclaimed… 😂), and while I genuinely enjoy sharing my journey, social media can be a dangerous place. We’re constantly scrolling through ever
Shawnta Salazar
Aug 44 min read
Grip Strength: The Surprising Predictor of Longevity (And Why Every Woman Should Be Training It)
5-minute read Have you ever gone to the grocery store for “just a few things” and somehow walked out with twice as many bags as you planned? Instead of making two trips, you decide to carry everything at once. One bag is digging into your fingers. Another is pulling your wrist farther than it should go. You’re wobbling toward your car, trying to keep the bags from slipping as your forearms burn. Sweat starts rolling down your face, and you’re just seconds away from setting ev
Shawnta Salazar
Jul 85 min read
Changing Your Life By Changing Your Habits: 5 Must Read Books To Get You Started
5 minute read At the start of the new year, I knew I had to do something different. After a number of false starts in 2025, 2026 just felt different. I was tired of setting goals and never quite reaching them. I wanted growth, not just good intentions. So, I made a simple commitment: read more. More specifically, I challenged myself to read at least five books in 2026. I’m proud to say I’ve already accomplished that goal in just six months. In the interest of full transparenc
Shawnta Salazar
Jun 224 min read
Six Pack in Six Steps
Six-packs are hard to come by—for most people, but especially for sedentary adults who neglect proper nutrition. So when people see me, a 40-year-old woman with chiseled abs, the first question is always: what’s the secret? Keep reading, because the secret’s out… and honestly, it’s not much of a secret at all. Before we dive in, let’s set expectations: following these six steps will not guarantee a six-pack. But what they will do is increase the likelihood of a stronger, more
Shawnta Salazar
Jun 143 min read
Crush It with Confidence
Crush It With Con(FIT)Dence: The Missing Ingredient in Your Fitness Journey By Uplift WorldWide We hear it all the time: "Success comes down to discipline." And while discipline is absolutely important, there is another ingredient that often gets overlooked (confidence). Confidence is what gets you through the gym doors when you're intimidated. It's what helps you believe that your goals are possible before you see any results. It's what allows you to keep showing up when the
Shawnta Salazar
Jun 23 min read
Resilience-The Muscle You Don’t See But The One You’ll Need Most
Most people have a love–hate relationship with the word resilience. By definition, resilience is the capacity to withstand or recover from difficulties—the phenomenon of bouncing back. But let’s be real… bouncing back isn’t always pretty. When it comes to your fitness journey—and honestly, life—building resilience is what keeps you going when motivation fades, plans fall apart, and life throws something unexpected your way. When Life Interrupts the Plan I know this firsthand.
Shawnta Salazar
Apr 242 min read
Muscle-Building Hacks for Women
Muscle-Building Hacks for Women Strength training, smart progression, balanced cardio, and no-stress nutrition that support lean muscle growth. The truth: You do not need extreme diets or endless workouts to build muscle. You need intentional strength training, progressive overload, enough fuel, and recovery. 1. Strength Train with Purpose Build your program around squats, presses, rows, deadlifts, lunges, and other resistance-based movements 3–4 times per week. 2. Use Prog
Shawnta Salazar
Apr 192 min read
