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Fit Girl Recipes You Can Actually Make at Home

Hey loves, Today’s blog post is about Fit Girl Recipes You Can Actually Make at Home, in this post I will share with you a curated collection of my favorite recipes that are high-protein, nutrient-packed, and easy to make. I’ll break down why I love each meal, how it fits a fitness lifestyle, and tips to…

Strength for the Mind: How Lifting Weights Boosts Your Cognition

Hey loves, Did you know that studies show that weightlifters perform better on memory and focus tests than their sedentary peers do? This goes against the popular expression that weightlifters’ or bodybuilder’s brains went to their muscles. This common trope and stereotype couldn’t be further from the truth, weight lifters are in fact sharper and…

Is Pilates as Effective for Muscle Gain as Lifting Weights?

Hey loves, I get asked this question all the time: “Can I get a toned and curvy body from Pilates? I don’t want to bulk up from lifting weights.” Many women fear looking masculine, bulking up and people’s judgment in the weight room. Pilates and weightlifting both build strength, but they are not equals when…

The Gym Debate: Women-Only Spaces vs. Mixed Environments

Hey loves, With the global rise of women-only gyms, we can begin to ask ourselves, are these gyms safe havens or limiting bubbles? From boutique women-only fitness studios in Beirut to mega mixed gyms in New York, women are redefining their relationship with public fitness spaces. Women’s only gyms denotes gyms made for and used…

The Brutality of Beauty Standards in Lebanon

Hey loves, This week’s blog post is about a subject that carries a lot of weight in my heart. I have a sensitive disposition and have always felt the weight of Lebanese beauty standards heavily on my heart and spirit. In my post about diet culture, I opened up about how insensitive, critical and direct…

As Featured on Digital Journal: Inspiring Women to Build Their Dream Physique

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been featured on Digital Journal! It’s such an honor to have my journey with TarasFitWorld recognized: from helping women strength train and build their dream physiques, to sharing my passion for wellness, confidence, and sustainable living. Seeing my work inspire others and reach a wider audience is incredibly rewarding, and…

Why Your Lifestyle Matters More Than Your Genetics for Fitness

Hey loves, I hear this all the time from clients: “I’m just not built for strength or fat loss” or “my genetics suck! I don’t have the right genes to build muscle”. They then commit to training without putting self-imposed limits (as per my request) and they achieve a physique beyond more impressive than what…

TarasFitWorld in the Spotlight: Honored to Be Featured on USA News

I’m excited to share that TarasFitWorld has been featured on USA News. What started as a space to share my workouts has grown into a community that inspires me every single day. Thank you for being part of it! Click here to read the full article! I hope that you enjoyed this post on TarasFitWorld…

The Hidden Role of Hormones in Fitness

Hey loves, Imagine someone training hard but seeing no results, this person is frustrated with the arduous process of fat loss, their lack of strength gains and ultimately, the depletion of their energy for zero results. What if fitness isn’t just about workouts or diet but about working with your body’s natural hormonal rhythm instead of against…

How Your Basal Ganglia Builds Unstoppable Exercise Habits

Hey loves, Have you ever struggled to stick to a workout despite logically or mentally knowing how beneficial it can be? Let us discuss the basal ganglia, also known as the brain’s habit engine that literally controls whether you stick to your workouts or not. By understanding this tiny brain structure, you can train your habits…