Get Mom Strong 4+

I’ve been doing SLAM about five months now. I used to do CrossFit before I had my first child, who is now 6.5. Had to give up CF due to some serious pain/alignment problems during pregnancy and I never got back to it. Fast forward a few years and I’ve had two more kids. My youngest is almost 3. I’m a physical therapist myself, and I realized several months ago that this body wasn’t going to magically whip itself back into shape, so I had to do something about it. I’d been following Ashley on IG for a while and could tell she knows what she’s talking about. I took the leap and signed up for the annual membership, and I have NOT been disappointed. I’ve completed SLAM basics, SLAM Bridge, and I’m 50% through SLAM 30. The workouts are wonderfully varied, and with the rest days built in, it feels so very doable. Many of the workouts have a “CrossFit feel” with AMRAP’s or EMOM’s, which I personally really enjoy, but it’s all so manageable. She gives excellent tips throughout the entire workout, especially on breathing because it is SOOOO important to recovery after a baby. I’ve even gotten my husband to join me doing these workouts, and he has realized it’s not just easy comfy workouts. These will give you a good burn and a good sweat! I’m just diving in to the whole app and checking out the recipes and stuff, but so far, I love everything I see here! Thanks Ashley for making me actually LOVE exercise again!

I’ve been following Ashley on Instagram for probably 2 years and have been doing her programs for about 18 months. Shortly after starting the Core Basics program though, I suffered a massive herniated disc (COMPLETELY unrelated. I had dealt with nagging back problems for years and my third pregnancy had pushed things over the edge). After surgery and lots of PT, I told my physical therapist that I was considering going back to Ashley’s program. She immediately gave me two big thumbs up and said that it was a great choice. She was right!! This program is so well-researched, so perfectly structured. I love knowing that as long as I listen to my body and follow Ashley’s cues, I am in safe hands. I am so much stronger than I was even before my third pregnancy and I know I will continue to make gains. I helped my dad move furniture recently and he was shocked at how easily I moved things. It was pretty stinkin’ awesome. 💪🏻
Also, her perspective on nutrition is incredibly refreshing. I’m especially excited about that section of the app! There are so many recipes that I’m excited to try. Being encouraged to fuel my body and treat myself with kindness is exactly what I need. 💖
I share about this program to friends and family all the time. You won’t regret it!! 🌟

The variety and flexibility of these workouts is what makes this THE perfect program for the busy mom who’s short on time. Ashley has made it possible to bring the gym to our homes, with minimal equipment, for much less than the cost of a gym membership! This will always be my favorite program.

Now for a little of my story after 8 months of consistently following the GMS programs:
I FINALLY get it! It's about being STRONG, not small! Carrying my 1.5 yo around feels like a breeze. Most aches and pains have disappeared (aside from the glute burn after a good lower body day 😛). I cut, chop and throw wood weekly. My Diastasis Recti after five babies went from three fingers to one in half a year. My clothes fit better. My confidence has grown by leaps and bounds. My kids are seeing what healthy living looks like. No diets, no impossible “rules” to follow, no shame or guilt with treats. The improvements in my life, physical and mental, are incredible. I FEEL SO GOOD! The craziest part, a healthy relationship with food just became the norm. It took that shift from focusing on SIZE to STRENGTH. Once I got to that point, all the pieces fell into place. It’s taken determination and grit to get to this point, but dang was it worth it.