Tara Jenkins | Coach
Tara Jenkins
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25.01.2022 & Train hard, laugh hard & always get take away margaritas so you don’t get too sober on your gojek ride to the club We don’t see each other often enough, but when we do, we have that good balance of everything ... #fitfriends #crossfitgirls #swolemates See more
24.01.2022 Something my clients always ask me is ‘I want to gain muscle, but I don’t want to put on weight, how do I do that?’ My response is always ‘so are you’re saying you want to increase muscle mass... and not put on body fat?’ And their response is always ‘yes’.... Muscle mass is more dense than body fat, so while you’re training hard lifting weights and also getting your cardio in, you may be decreasing your waist size and growing your shoulders, but your body weight will increase on the scale as your new muscles will outweigh fat. I give my clients the option whether they want to monitor their weight (if they are trying to become more athletic) because the number on the scale doesn’t really matter. Is there a reason why you want to be super light? Why minimise yourself when you can stand strong & hold yourself knowing you’ve got whatever life throws at you? Lift heavy, challenge yourself to get stronger, do your cardio, eat a balanced diet making sure you get your protein in and sleep well. Throw the scales out, get the muscles See more
23.01.2022 I first decided to become a trainer as I loved weightlifting & helping people. I loved testing my programming to see how much I could change my own body & what worked/didn’t work. The fact that I could teach someone all about exercise & about what they are consuming & in return, I’d help develop a more confident person who is proud of his/her body made me a super happy girl! I got a fulfilment that I’d never get from working a 9-5 job. ... My hard work ethic in the gym and constant enthusiasm to learn more made me interested in CrossFit, where I continued to learn & grow into a high performing athlete - that made me super proud and gave me a purpose for a long time. My growth in CrossFit allowed me to travel overseas to compete, train and make friends all over the world. I have been luckily given so many great opportunities by meeting all these new people and networking, I’m fortunate enough to have made this lifestyle a career. I don’t know where my fitness journey will take me, but I know I’m on the right path and I love what I do. I got asked to breakfast with this pro bodybuilding photographer a few weeks ago. Going out of my comfort zone to meet a stranger, but went because of our interest in training - in return I made a new friend and a training buddy Thanks for the @punk1965 Top thanks to @heavyrepgear See more
23.01.2022 You can’t always rely on yourself for motivation, it’s just not always there. The past couple of weeks I’ve surrounded myself with some good people at training and far out it makes a difference! ... I’ve trained with some great competitive and non competitive athletes (you know who you are) and re connected with old training friends and that in itself has boosted my motivation. I’m so grateful - thank you See more
23.01.2022 It’s been a rough few months and my mindset hasn’t been as positive as what it usually is. Back at it this week and I’m so excited to get back to work next week!... These @hexxeeofficial socks come in so many colours and patterns & are sure to put a smile on your dial if you’re not feeling yourself these days. @hexxeeofficial Code TARA20 #hexxee #crossfitgirls #fitness See more
23.01.2022 ‘ & , ’ ’ ’ - @rxmindset2.0_ Today’s workout for the upper body gains;... Band pull aparts (put band around a pole) 3 rounds, 10 x high, 10 x medium, 10 x low. Superset with; 3 rounds of 15 Chinese lateral raises 4 x 8 single arm push press each side 4 x 30 second hollow hold Build to a heavy push jerk, then complete 3 rounds of max reps jerks in 1 minute at 50% of what you hit for your 1 rep. split jerks - 6 x 3 @ 80% 7 rounds; 30 double unders 2,3,4,5,6,7,8 (up a rep each round) strict pull ups & strict ring dips 30 double unders 4 strict hand stand push ups 4 rounds; 3 wall climbs 5 strict pull ups 5 strict dips 20 v ups 5 burpee pull ups 6km walk and podcast Pants thanks to @crossfitgames Crop @nikewomen Watch @polaraus Pre workout @trueprotein See more
22.01.2022 One of the pros of covid has been that it has made me realise how much I LOVE my job! I love talking, I love educating, coaching, inspiring, motivating, being a listening ear, a shoulder to cry on and being a decent part of so many people’s lives. ... I adore all of the people I work with in so many ways and I really look forward to seeing each person. I love that I have the open relationship I have with all of them. No subject is off limits and there is never a silly question, which makes me very close with all of them. Thank you to all of my clients who have stuck with me this year and thank you to the new ones coming on board personal training, group training and online training Outfit thanks to @trueprotein
21.01.2022 - If this year has taught me anything, it is not to look too far ahead (I’ve always been a planner & a dreamer), take one day at a time, do your best to stay healthy all year round, really appreciate your community and the people you surround yourself with & don’t ever take everyday things for granted again (restaurants, cinemas etc, exploring your state/country... toilet paper and frozen berries ) The down time has forced me to realise it’s ...time to work on myself as there’s no work/travel/comps/busy excuses not to do so. I have almost always been able to look on the bright side, smile all the time and see the good in everyone and every situation, but it’s been very different for me this year. So far it’s been an extremely hard year in so many ways, but on the other side of this, I’m very excited for the unknown & I’m open to whatever is meant to be, without trying to plan an outcome. I hope some of you can see a positive in a very shitty situation and have had some time to work on yourselves this year. I’ve been one in the past to talk about mental health as I’ve dealt with it off and on my whole life and I’m not embarrassed to talk about it. I never want to portray that I’m perfect, I have my down times and I’m lucky to have a very supportive crew that hold my hand through those times. If you’re having a hard time and don’t have that support, please never hesitate to send me a message xx @Tony mosche #mentalhealth #ruokay #itsokaytonotbeokay See more
20.01.2022 / I had some fun a few weeks ago testing out some 2XU gear, running around my garage and answering some fun questions about fitness wear, fitness and mindset. I’m so honoured to be able to do things like this. It’s something I dreamed of doing when I was a little girl doing athletics and wanting to go to the Olympics. ... Through years of hard work, set backs, learning and voicing my struggles, I’ve been fortunate enough to have a company appreciate what I’ve been though and do everyday. Thanks @legear_official #legear #2xu #everydayeffort #keepmoving See more
19.01.2022 ‘Be so busy improving yourself that you don’t have time to pay attention to anything or anyone that distracts you from your growth’ - @rxmindset2.0_ @punk1965 ... Crop thanks to my new sponsor @derrimut247
18.01.2022 ? I’ve seen some athletes get nasty in comps when it comes to disagreements with their judge. I’ll keep this short and sweet;... say hi to your judge before you start, introduce yourself. They are normal people too and are taking time out of their day to count your reps. respect your judge - s/he is doing this out of love for the sport, not to pick you out and purposely miscount your reps It’s okay to ask how many reps you’ve done, but don’t crack it if it’s not what you want to hear. If you are getting no repped, ask (calmly) what you need to fix and fix it If you’re failing reps, take a breather, re gather yourself and go slower rather than faster and getting no repped. Don’t stress, you’re doing this because you love it, remember that. Thank your judge when you’re done. (optional to go have a drink or some shots with them if there’s an after party. I prefer to be social ) #crossfit #bedecent #dontbeadick #bekind See more
17.01.2022 Like the song and the original 12 Days of Christmas WOD complete each exercise in ascending order then work back down to 1, adding one exercise per round. Like this: 1, then 2-1, then 3-2-1, then 4-3-2-1, etc. all the way to 12-11-10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1. Score is the total amount of time it takes to complete the full 364 repetitions.... 1 cluster (50/70) 2 box jump over 3 muscle ups 4 power snatch (50/70) 5 hand stand push ups 6 front squats (50/70) 7 toes to bar 8 burpee bar touch 9 kettlebell swings (24/32) 10 hang power cleans (60/70) 11 chest to bar pull ups 12 thrusters (50/70) Thanks @ezracp for putting on this goodie today! Pre burned those Christmas calories so we can go eat all the good food! I hope all you @balaclavafitness Crew found it as hard as I did Merry Christmas everyone! See more
17.01.2022 1 After a big night of drinking, the only thing to make us sicko’s feel ourselves again is by doing a ridiculous workout. I’m not going to lie, I did want to quit, I did swear a lot and even had a cheeky little mouth spew ... Thanks for making me work today Clay 1. 15 min EMOM Alternating between 8/10 dead ball cleans, 50 double unders and 15 toes to bar 2. 5 rounds; 700/800m bike erg 5 deadlifts 70/100kg 350/400m row 5 deadlifts 70/100kg 3. 2 rounds; 100m farmers carry (17.5kg/25kg) 400m run 100m kettlebell overhead carry (16kg/24kg) Managed to get a good tan and now I feel myself again @_claytoncarey_
16.01.2022 Most people have down time this time of the year... and it’s my favourite time to think about what I want to work towards next year. Gotta have goals to do good things! ... Get a pen to paper and start the writing what it is you’re after Shirt thanks to @derrimut247
15.01.2022 ‘ , ’ - Angela Duckworth. On the days you don’t want to train, move anyway.... This mornings workout; 5 rounds; 10 stiff leg deadlifts 20 long step lunges 5 rounds; 10 sumo deadlifts 10 Russian kettlebell swings 15 minute AMRAP; 10 cal bike 20 half ghd sit ups (activated core the whole time) 10 high box step ups e/s 2000m row - every 200m jump off and complete 10 lateral jumps over the rower ... stretch & coffee Pants - @lornajaneactive Top - @lululemonausnz Watch - @polaraus Make up - @fitcoveraustralia #grinddontstop #stronggirls # See more
15.01.2022 ‘The old structures are falling The new ones are emerging Sit peacefully in the discomfort ... This is the transitioning’ - @janeyog @hexxeeofficial Code TARA20 #hexxee #fitness See more
13.01.2022 ‘Strength doesn’t come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t’ - @rxmindset2.0_
10.01.2022 A good workout to dust off the weekend cobwebs and get a sweat on and a bonus epic shoulder and tricep pump 1. Banded clam shells (3 x 30 seconds e/s)... Front rack dumbbell lunge to box step up (3 x 6 e/s) 2. 5 rounds; 10 front squats building from 50% + 10 double kettlebell sumo deadlifts 3. 3 rounds; 50 double unders 40 cal row/bike erg 30 handstand push ups 20 burpees 10 muscle ups/strict pull ups 4. 5 rounds; 40m sled push 8 full glute ham raises 10 controlled back extensions A good sweat and a great start to the week Thanks for the sesh @ezracp & @daz_theplayloungemelbourne
10.01.2022 Lately my lifting has gone through the roof! Personal bests at 34 is not something I expected to do. I’ve been coaching myself this year, following the program I write for my online clients & capping my training at 90 minutes a day instead of training for hours and hours on end and never fully recovering.... The only supplement I have now is True Protein Protein bars and hair vitamins. I don’t count macros, I listen to my body and figure out what I’m lacking by what I’m craving and how I’m feeling and I get a deep tissue thai message once a week to get rid of my knots and stretch. It’s a mental break from the strict lifestyle I was once living and it’s paying off! No pressure or expectations = better performance. Sometimes being so strict and hard on yourself is not the best thing for your body & mind. Enjoy the food, have a life outside of your training and be happy, then you will reap the rewards inside and outside of the gym See more
09.01.2022 Covid has had a major downer on everyone’s I knows mindset and everyone is freaking out about weight gain, losing fitness etc etc. I get it, I was freaking out about the same. But I must say, I have enjoyed the comfort food and waking up being able to walk around with no pain (DOMS) in years. I’m embracing the mindset change and having the chance to self develop and... I’m really digging the fact that I have curves again and I really don’t want them to ...go away Outfit - @trueprotein #embracechange #holdtight #trueprotein #trueathlete #strong #thicc
08.01.2022 I’m getting good feedback on this program, my clients love it. They’re getting good results and PB’s... this makes me happy Functional training ... All fitness/skill levels 6 days of training per week Designed to build muscle, gain strength & shred Programs sent directly to your phone via an app $19 per week DM or email me to get involved #functionaltraining #musclegain #shred #bodybuilding #fatloss #muscle See more
07.01.2022 Are the best! Try this with a friend for fun and gains ... Warm up: 5 rounds; 200 row 5 light back squats 5 strict chin ups 5 x 2 back squats @ 105kg 5 x 2 front squats @ 95kg 3 rounds; 24 weight vest lunges 24 weight vest step ups 20 min EMOM; 12 cal bike 10 barbell thrusters (40/50kg) 12 lateral burpees over barbell rest 10 min EMOM; 10 cal bike 10 strict banded pull ups (activate lats properly) Peta is doing a second session tonight and this was my second session today. This morning I completed 10 x 10 front squats @ 67.5kg and 10 x 10 deadlifts @ 70kg. Then 5 rounds of snatch grip bent over row + high pulls and oblique work. The best way to start the week! Thanks @petacrossfit Crop & leggings @lornajaneactive #fitness #stronggirls #weaknesswork #girlswholift See more
07.01.2022 Most aren’t into lifting until they are taught properly. But once the ‘clean’ technique is nailed, it’s every girl’s favourite movement! ... Why? Because it makes you feel like a powerful mother f*cker & it gives you confidence, nice legs, abs and bootie Over the years, women that come to me for training say ‘I want to lose XY kilos, have a bootie and just be ‘toned’. That’s cool, I get it! But once they start meeting my other girls and watching them train, 90% of them go from wanting those things to wanting to be strong and have shoulders. They want to lift more kilos rather than lose them - I LOVE this! In the past 2 years, I only have about 60% of women coming through asking to be lean and toned. The rest want to gain muscle and get stronger. I like how society is slowly changing to something that’s more healthy and beneficial. Strong girls are healthy girls! Feat @alwaysonthechase in the background who’s the strongest girl of all Shorts @fleoshorts Crop @lornajaneactive Knee sleeves @rehband Lifters @reebokau #womensstrengthtraining #stronggirls #crossfitgirls
07.01.2022 It’s 25 degrees today and I’ve got my creativeness pumping! Saturday is programming day and I’m so excited to program some epic beach sessions for my friends and clients this Summer. ... Sun, sweat, fitness, laughs and tans I call that a good time #fitness #melbourne See more
06.01.2022 Practice, practice, practice. My goal for the next month is to work on my weaknesses. I haven’t done that in a long time!... The best way I’ve worked on these in the past is by doing EMOM’s. Whether it’s building in weight at lifts you’re not great at, or by doing reps at a movement that doesn’t feel comfortable for you. Do enough reps for good technique but not until failure. Example, every minute on the minute for 10 minutes, complete 5 hand stand push ups. Then in 3 or 4 days or the following week do 6 every minute, then 7 etc until your weakness becomes a strength Top by @athiaskinaunz
03.01.2022 Embracing the and snacking on my last few Tim Tams before I jump onboard with @outlawnutritionmelbourne next week. Because every trainer needs a coach & a nutritionist to keep them in line (especially me )
