My Fitness Journey
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
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Hi I’m Meg. I started my fitness journey 10 years ago with the goal of completing a half marathon. Since then it’s evolved from CrossFit to bodybuilding to powerlifting to general strength training with some conditioning. I’ve learned a lot since then, and I’ve become an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, Precision Nutrition L1 Coach, Certified Pre- & Postnatal Coach, USAPL Certified Club Coach, and I’m Safe Sport Certified.
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What you said about your body changing for Emerald really just changed my perspective on my own body. I've had such bad problems with my appearance and that really resonated with me. We really made humans like that. We made teeth, nails, fingers, hands, hair, like...we DID THAT! I'm so glad that I found you in 2021 when I tried SBTD just for fun, and then loved it. It's the first thing fitness-wise I've been able to commit to for THIS long (two years this May 🥰). This is really reaaaally cheesy, but I've never known really what to look for in an idol, but you're honestly it. You're so human and honest and helpful, I just really appreciate all the love and care that you put into the things you do. Can't wait to see what 2023 brings you guys!!!
Thank you so much for the love. Definitely check out these videos if you haven't yet. I go into postpartum body image in way more detail. It may help you out. And yes, we DID THAT!! Be proud of what your body did!
ua-cam.com/video/0_wkURBJvTw/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/pLNRUeHyi5s/v-deo.html
Amazing video! I’m coming back to fitness after a 12 year gap. Eating disorder recovery, 4 babies and a huge weight gain now. I’m so thrilled you released this video bc I needed it yesterday! I’ve been watching you and others and kicking myself for not looking a certain way anymore or losing all of my fitness. Seeing this pictures is THEE first time in my 40 yrs, that it dawned on me that it’s normal for your body to change and that is ok. I had my 4th baby this past Mother’s Day weekend and I would not trade my babies for the best body in the world. I can understand now that my 40 yr old body will look different in 1, 2 and 5 yrs but it won’t look like it did pre babies. That’s ok. Oh my. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I’ve been killing myself for weeks bc “I’ve got to gain muscle” and it’s hurting my body in not a good way; I’m trying to force myself to lift like I did when I was 26 with no children that needed my full attention. Lol! Sometimes you need perspective and you have it to me. Your maternity and mom pictures are stunning, btw. Ty! Truly… Ty! ❤
I'm glad this helped you out! Motherhood is definitely tough. Be grateful for all your body does for you daily, and has done for you and your babies. I have a lot of videos around postpartum body image as well that you might resonate with.
Here's a couple: ua-cam.com/video/0_wkURBJvTw/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/pLNRUeHyi5s/v-deo.html
Can't believe how quickly the years roll by! I randomly viewed your UA-cam about your journey into powerlifting during Christmas 2017 and committed to STBD in August 2018! Opened up the whole other side of the gym for me, and my schedule was no longer locked into class times. I haven't looked back since. Into my 50s and never felt better. Thank you!
That makes me very happy to hear! Thank you!
My 2023 fitness goal - is the same every year - be able to do pullups. I really struggle to stay consistent with working on these😅! Been here since the road to 300! You have been a huge inspiration to me over the years and it has been a joy to watch your journey. All the best in 2023!
Great goal! You might have already seen this one since you've been around for so long but just in case here's what I recommend for getting your first pull-up: ua-cam.com/video/x3NPAxiMRPw/v-deo.html
@@Megsquats Thank you! Yes, I have watched this a couple times and will be rewatching this week. 😂
Dang Meg, thank you, a million times over for your realness and for your insights on life!! I’m not even done watching the video yet, but had to stop and comment about how you talked about “when you sort of discover what you’re going to do, that everything else feels possible.” It really resonated with me. Thank you for sharing!!
Also … I did 4 Stronger by the Day workouts this week!! You’re an inspiration!! ❤
Thank you! And great work!! 💪🏻
Kudos to you for being real and transparent in your many journeys through fitness. Very admirable!
Thank you so much 😊
Love the honesty and vulnerability about how bodybuilding affected your mental health! :)
I've been following you since your powerlifting days and you have always been such an inspiration to me. Just started stronger by the day and finishing week 2 - it's different for me, but loving it. Keep being you
Such a sweet video! I did 1:1 coaching (remotely) with you and Ryan from 2017 to 2019 (1,5 years!), and I look back at that time as some of the most fun I've ever had with movement and strength training. Although I was a vegan back then and had no knowledge about protein, so looking back at my numbers from that time is ... sheesh. Embarrassing. 😂 I really enjoy being a part of your journey, through social media, coaching, and now SBTD. And thank you, always, for being such a big part of mine. ❤
I've been around since 2018! You've really motived me to get strong instead of just looking a certain way. I haven't been around super consistently, but I've loved watching your journey!
That was a lot of fun! Thanks for taking the time to bring us along!
My goals for 2023 are to do SBTD (at least 3 workouts per week), jog once a week, and eat a salad for lunch. I started with the salads this week! I have a 5 month old baby and you inspired me to get a jogging stroller so I'm working on that now.
It's been amazing watching your journey, Meg. Thank you for all of your content throughout the years ❤
Thank you for being here!
You are inspiring my wife, a life long cardio bunny, to start weight training with a coach. I am so grateful to you!
Crazy how long you’ve been on UA-cam, I still remember when you lived in New York!! What an awesome year!!! Can’t wait to see what 2023 brings you!! Happy new year!!
Happy New Year!
Love the 2023 goal! My wife and I are expecting twins next year after having our first child in 2021 as well. Sending all good vibes your way in hopes of your pregnancy😊
Twins?! How exciting!! Sending good vibes right back to your growing family!
@@Megsquats yes! And I was deployed during the birth of my daughter this time last year so it’s awesome knowing I’ll be home for the twins birth!
" i can not stop my hand." That quote hit home. I've gotten a lot more disciplined tho
It's definitely hard work!
That's great you're volunteering! I coached a Girls on the Run team for 2 years, and it was super fun and rewarding 🥰
This is crazy... I used to watch all of your early videos like 8 years ago, but never subscribed and kinda moved on. I just randomly came across it again, in search of a program for my wife, and it's really cool to see your success! Congratulations!
It’s crazy how hard we are on ourselves no matter what phase we are in. Thanks for sharing.
Loved this whole video, but also wanted to comment that I volunteered for Girls on the Run last year and thought it was such a cool experience! That's awesome that you're doing it this year
Well done Meg, this was a great little journey to the present 10th anniversary.
I liked your collaboration with Mike Rashid that's where I first saw you as an amazing athlete on youtube and this to you and many more cheers.
Happy 2023 with continued success to and yours kind regards Worrell.
Thank you so much!
To you and yours, Continued success stay blessed and Fantastic!
This was a great video..loved hearing your running commentary of all the photos throughout your 10 year fitness journey
Thanks so much!!
I am literally crying because I am feeling all of what you are describing. I love the gym and I enjoy the workouts, but I want to change my body. I need a new journey to help me find my peace. Thank you Miss Meg ❣️
Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
My pleasure!
@@Megsquats happy new year 🎆🎊 !
My fitness goal this year is to compete in another Spartan race. There's one here in NTX in October. You should consider it! I'm thinking the Super which takes about the same energy expenditure as a half marathon . Stronger by the Day is a big part of my training plan to get there!
Whoa so crazy, I just came on UA-cam because I felt like watching one of your videos and you were at the top of my page just uploaded 😮
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Your 2020 body was gorgeous!
You've looked, and performed, great the whole journey.
Thanks for all you do to teach everyone
It’s been so cool to hear your fitness journey and I definitely relate to those times of binge eating and body dysmorphia ❤️ happy new year to you & emerald & your friends and family!
Happy New Year to you and yours as well!
This video was great, I like these style as well as your other ones. Been here since you started and so happy you're journey brought you to creating SBD I've made some amazing friends from the community we have
What a journey Meg! I’ve been here since finding you on UA-cam when I was researching the Smolov squat program.
Yay to getting married in Mexico!! I got married in Hotel Xcaret in 2019. No regrets it was a fucking blast!!
I started following since "the road to 300" video, it's been awesome seeing your journey
Do you tend to follow the same programming of Stronger by the day for your personal workouts? You mentioned you're not interested in powerlifting as much right now, so do you structure your training differently? I'm always interested to learn about different styles of training and why/what those different styles enhance. Would you classify Stronger by the Day as more powerlifting focused or does it tend to very depending on the cycle? Thank you for showing your journey through fitness!
I do follow Stronger by the Day for my personal workouts. With the occasional substitutions depending on how I'm feeling that week, or if I'm working on something specific (like when I was training for the ACFT). What I meant when I said that I'm not interested in powerlifting right now, was specifically regarding competing again. I get asked if I plan on competing in powerlifting again all the time and that's just not really on my radar currently.
I would classify Stronger by the Day as a strength training program. It depends on the cycle, but we are always focused on strength regardless.
I was there since the first video you did with Maxx. I was a powerlifter for two years already and I felt like there was no young female lifters to relate to and then you were in Maxx's video and I've watched all of your videos since!
Great video! Found your channel this year, wish I would have found it years ago... Happy New Year!
Happy new year! Glad you are here!
Love your sweater where is it from? I love your journey so inspiring I’ve been watching you for a few years now and love your progression towards self love of your body
I LOVE GOTR! So excited you are doing this! Would love a video on any insights you take away from coaching it!
I just started watching your content this week:) I enjoy the information about the gym and strength tips I’ve seen so far. I’m training for a physical fitness exam to become a police officer in 2023💪🏼👮🏻♀️
Thanks for watching! And good luck in your training! You got this! 💪🏻
This was nice to see your journey!
I knew that I would I need to begin a program if I truly want to meet my fitness goals so I’ve started Before the Barbell! I’m very excited for 2023! Cheers to you Meg!😊
I forget when I started working out with you… but I know it’s at least since 2018. I really love all the things you do and showcase. 💪🏾
This was so great to watch! Would it be possible for you to do a beginners gym workout routine specifically targeting overall weightloss ? I am starting to get back into working out in 2023 after a few years of not working out so I would appreciate it alottt ❤ Also I luv your channel ♡
Thanks for the love!
I actually have a full beginner barbell program that's completely free and available on Instagram. It's called Before the Barbell and is a great place to get back into it. instagram.com/beforethebarbell/
@@Megsquats Thank you so much☺🤍 I will definitely try this when I start at the gym this week.
I have my wedding in April too 🥰 it would be great to get a bit leaner by then
I'm a runner and I go to the gym regularly but I also love to eat 😅😅
Same trying to accomplish a marathon. Blessings
Love that you are getting involved with GOTR. It was such a positive experience being a coach with them and the girls will inspire you just as much as your fab self will inspire them! Go Meg! 💪🏼
How did you get over binge eating?? I have struggled for years with it and would love if you did a video on this!
Love this. My fitness journey has been so up and down
You could consider a Hyrox race, there is one in Dallas in March 😊
I used to do girls on the run when I was in elementary school!😭 Such a defining part of my childhood
I still remember all of my Girls in the Run coaches :) they were great role models, you’re gunna have a great time!
Absolutely loved this!
Love your content💪💪💪
Yeah I love it too.
Me too ❤
Glad you all enjoy it!
❤❤❤❤ new viewer. Love your work. Thank you for sharing.
Running in 40 degree weather is amazing. It’s actually optimal…your body isn’t trying to fight cooling itself down. Try it, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it much more than running the heat!
“You don’t have to be running when it’s 40 degrees outside”
Me running outside in 10 degrees:🥶
Props to you. I could never!
the journey never ends.
God I feel like you posted your engagement photos yesterday. 2019?! OMG where does the time go? If STBD does 1/2 marathon training I'm in.
Time has FLOWN.
Great video with many wise words spoken :)
That the amount of fake tan affects results says something about the negative aspects of bodybuilding competition. The sport has become a grotesque parody which probably shortens lifespans. It's all about health compromising chemical shortcuts to achieve an appearance which for most people is indicative of a poor state of health anyway.
You look like a mix between Angelina Jolie and Megan Fox but with muscles. Love your channel.
Life has its ups and downs, we call them squats.
Can anyone explain her and Grids' relationship? I'm so lost
Meg I love this video so much but where did you get that sweater??
Pregnancy is its own kind of "body-building"
You're beautiful doing what you're doing. Be happy.
Collab with Leanbeefpatty? 😃
I would love to see this!!!!!
Nothing wrong with a max squat of 65 or 85 lbs! We all have to start somewhere…
I was there for all the cringe stuff! It's so cool and inspiring to see how you've grown 😄
🤣 Thanks for sticking around!
I haven't watched her videos a while. Where is Ryan ??
Would you consider going back to CrossFit?
A missed opportunity to utilize the term “Megsplained”
Why do you keep going back on that journey thing. We should be going forward.
new lips, who dis?
2015 and 2020 were peak though. Women should have pudge so long as it gives them curves.
That guy needs more tattoos
You were hotter in 2020
I found Meg Squats on UA-cam last summer - I don’t use instagram, TikTok or Facebook.
Same-on all counts. 😊