Live your life by Design.. not Default..
Living Life by Design vs. Living by Default
Have you ever felt like life was just happening to you? Like you’re stuck in the same routine, waiting for something—or someone—to step in and make it better? I get it. I’ve been there, and I’ve had my share of moments that could’ve held me back.
Here’s the thing: We can either let life happen to us, or we can design a life that’s ours. We can choose to adapt, change, and take charge to create the body, confidence, and lifestyle we desire, no matter what challenges life throws our way.
My Journey to Living Life by Design
Let me share a few moments from my journey that almost made me feel stuck—moments that could’ve easily kept me on autopilot if I let them.
๐ฅ Tearing My ACL on National TV
I was in the strongest shape of my life, competing on American Ninja Warrior, and suddenly, everything changed in an instant. Tearing my ACL left me physically and emotionally broken. I could’ve easily stayed in that dark place, felt defeated, and let that injury define me. But I realized that I had a choice—to sit and wait for things to get better, or to start designing a comeback. I chose to take control, and that decision changed everything.
๐ฅ Being Told I Was “Too Muscular” to Model
I can’t tell you how many times I heard, “You’re too manly; you’ll never model.” But instead of letting someone else’s opinion stop me, I took charge and pursued my dreams anyway. Today, I’m proud to have graced the cover of three top fitness magazines. Living by design meant proving that I could create my path, regardless of what anyone else said.
๐ฅ Hearing My Voice Was “Annoying” in Fitness Studios
At a fitness studio I once worked at, I was told that my voice wasn’t fit for the industry and that I’d never be taken seriously as a speaker. But I loved helping and motivating people, and I wasn’t going to let one opinion stop me. Today, I speak to hundreds, empowering them to live their lives with strength and confidence.
Are You Living by Design or by Default?
It’s easy to feel like we’re just “going through the motions.” Whether it’s a busy work schedule, a breakup, divorce, or even the loss of a loved one, these challenges have the power to hold us back if we let them. But they also have the power to help us grow, adapt, and change if we take control.
Ask yourself:
- Are you letting your busy life dictate how you feel?
- Do you find yourself holding back because of past setbacks or things others have told you?
- Are you ready to stop letting life happen to you and start creating the life you truly want?
If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. The life you want is possible, but it starts with choosing to live by design.
Foundations Matter—In Life and Fitness
I recently heard a podcast that said, “Would you want someone to build your house foundation super quickly, or would you rather it be built slowly and intentionally so that it lasts?” The same goes for you. We’re often in such a rush to reach the finish line, but a slow, intentional approach is what creates lasting results.
New Free Training: 3-Step Method to Get Your Pull-Up!
I’ve created a free training designed to help you get your pull-up with my 3-step method. This includes a free workout, a mobility assessment, and everything you need to start building strength. Let’s create a solid foundation for your fitness journey—one that lasts.
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Things I’m Loving This Week:
๐ Book: The Successful Speaker—Step-by-step guidance on building a strong presence and impactful voice in the speaking industry.
๐ฌ Show: Simone Biles: The GOAT—A deep dive into her inspiring journey.
๐งด Skincare: Skincare Junkie—Keeping my skin fresh and glowing.
๐ป Redlight: With the darker cooler days I am back on my red-light game
Key Takeaways:
- Your Life Is Yours to Design. You can take control of your body, confidence, and goals—no one else gets to decide that for you.
- Adapt, Don’t Settle. Just because something worked in the past doesn’t mean it’s right for you now. Be open to change and growth.
- Embrace the Power of Choice. Life will throw challenges, but how you respond is where your power lies.
๐ Looking for 5 Career-Driven Women Ready to Uplevel! ๐
I’m looking for 5 driven, career-focused women, aged 30+, who are ready to get stronger, more confident, and even nail their first pull-up—without depriving yourself of your favorite holiday foods or spending hours on long workouts! ๐๐ช
With our 4-Phase Strong Feels Good ALL IN Method, we’ll help you:
โ Ditch random, ineffective long workouts.
โ Avoid unsustainable nutrition plans.
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Now is the BEST time to get the support you need to stay consistent and set yourself up for a stronger, healthier 2025.
Pull-up Revolution Student WINS
Will YOU be the next success story?!
Rachelle wanted multiple pull-ups and she wanted them so badly! She had no trouble getting up there once, but then when in came to linking more than one together it wasn’t happening no matter what she tried! So sad :(
Without doing the right drills that work the whole body together and consistently working on the trinity of Mobility, Strength and Stability CONSISTENTLY, linking multiple pull-ups just doesn’t happen.
She found Pull-up Revolution and everything started to come together for her. She is stronger, more confident and she is unlocking her potential. No more disappointments. She has pull-up goals and she is crushing them!
Cindy is so driven and she makes time to workout consistently. Even still, she wasn’t getting her pull-up. Just look how strong she is even when she started but no pull-up!.... and man, she wants it so badly!
Training for pull-ups doesn’t just require consistency, you have to know what to do exactly. All workouts aren’t equal, especially if you have the goal to pull your entire body up!
Pull-Up Revolution is designed especially for women to get pull-ups! Everyone’s journey is a little different, like everything in life, BUT we give women the blueprint to unlock this for themselves and it happens, just like it’s happening for Cindy!
It is so empowering! It opens up the pathway doing more and more hard things and realize that it IS in fact possible to do Pull-Ups as a women and to keep doing hard things in life!
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These are a few of my favorite things
Check out the products I use daily and those that have made tremendous impact in my life! I hope they'll help you too! From Supplements, Books, Toe Spacers, to Equipment, Redlight, Protein Drinks & More!
PWRLift
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Joi Wellness Smart Supplements
I used to have a TON of supplement bottles... and I was taking a ton of stuff I "thought" I needed...until now.. I am pumped that I found Joiwellness!
1-First you get your blood taken (you can do this at a local lab corp)
2-Then they do a full reading on all your levels! I got a FULL panel so I could see hormones, nutritions etc that I needed!
3-THEN over a virtual Zoom call a doctor goes over your panel WITH you so you can understand what is going on in your body!
4-Then they create CUSTOM supplements based on what YOU need!
They come in this cute little packet sot they are easy to travel with and it makes taking your supplement so easy so you CAN stay consistent with it!
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MEMORE
So you might be seeing me post a lot about Memore green powder lately! And that's because its not only an amazing quality green product but it also has 100% Serving of Greens (most products only have 25%), it taste great warm & cold AND... DRUM ROLL PLEASE.. its actually affordable lol most green packets are so expensive its annoying haha
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Link: www.yourmemore.com/angela
Slate Milk
You might see me drinking Slate Milk on my Stories on Instagram! I am OBSESSED! I am currently LOVING the Vanilla Latte AND French Vanilla Flavor!
20g of Protein in each can so it's perfect to hit those protein goals!
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for 15% OFF your Order
Merchandise
Had a LOT of request from you all about the Strong Feel Good Merch!
Use Code: JUSTBECAUSE for 10% OFF
Sale Ends March 7th
Hoodies, Tanks, Shirts
Oura Ring!
I have been using it to track my sleep, my HRV and also help with tracking my cycle. So many people are DIFFERENT with their energy levels and readiness! You can use this as data to determine what would be best for you specifically! I think it's much better than the Whoop! I think right now they have $50 off their Rose Gold Ring!
Pull-up Bar, Bands, Liquid Chalk
I keep getting asked about the equipment I use for pull-up! My at home bar is affordable, easy to use and sturdy! I also have a great recommendation for Assisted Pull-up Bands & Liquid Chalk!
You can check them out by Clicking here
FOREVER STRONG
Pre-Order this book from my friend Dr. Gabrielle Lyons!
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Truecoach
For any of my COACHES on here! STOP USING excel Spread sheets! I've been using TrueCoach for my clients programing since 2018 and its a GAME CHANGER
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TOE Spacers
I have Bunions...gross right? These toe spacers are great! I wear them every morning to help keep my toes in alignment and prevent and other issues! Its basically like a retainer for your toes!
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Red Light Therapy!
Here is the Red light I am currently using! I will post more on benefits soon!
I particular use it to help with my circadian rhythm! It also has anti-inflammatory and anti aging properties!
USE CODE: ANGELAGARGANO
