I live is a very small town in Newfoundland, Canada. No gyms to go to. So, After I had my second child in 08, I wanted to get my body back. I decided to join an online platform, I created a community for myself and worked out at home, for years I did this. The only thing I noticed as I was doing this is my body started hurting, my low back, hips were sore all the time, I done so may programs and mobility to try and help, physiotherapy chiropractor didn’t help. I’ve been feeling like this for the past 10+years, I felt hopeless. Until recently, I purchased Ana’s MLAM glutes, core, and pelvic floor program and stopped lifting weights for a month. Within the first week, I noticed a difference. Then this past week I purchased her challenge program MLAM full body, core, and pelvic floor program. Within the first week, I noticed as I’m lifting my back and hips are working as it should, and I already feel stronger in my core. This program teaches you how to breathe while working out which I’ve never gotten before, I never knew how to manage pressure, it was never taught that after kids you need to work on this. Goes to show after 10+ years of pain and feeling hopeless you can fix the problem, Anna really breaks down everything and teaches you how to engage your core and how it should really be done so you avoid injury. If you’ve just had a baby or your 10 years out from having your baby, you need to do this program!!

This program with Cee has been a game changer for me. Post menopause I have struggled with finding the right way to keep my body strong and my metabolism from the downward spiral. As a physician I know this is often how we women start to unwind health wise and really start to age quickly. I have tried several things on my journey-HIIT workouts, bootcamp, pilates, cardio which I used to love but post menopause exhausts me and didn't seem to help. This program is so elegantly simple but so well thought out to maximize the outcome. Cheryl is such a good trainer who is always educating as to the "why" with evidence based information, always updating in real time using very reliable sources which is so important in a time when it is difficult to sift through all the information that technology makes available. Her nutritional program is simple and easy to follow focusing on real whole foods not some complicated fad program which requires buying a lot of supplements. This is a program designed for women for the long haul to improve strength, function, bone density and longevity and the way we think about aging. Additionally, the community of women is such a positive and, for me, unexpected benefit. So encouraging to see these women from everywhere just like me encouraging one another and getting it done. A+ Cheryl! You're knocking it outta the park! This is my first challenge but I am now signed up for Cee's annual program!

This is my most honest review of my first Summer Strong challenge with Cheryl. I was always skinny and consistent with training throughout my life. However, three years ago, I gained 10 kg (perimenopause). The same weight I had during one of my pregnancies! I did everything—and more—and still, nothing changed. I followed workout programs from two well-known trainers, and nothing. The way I had always eaten no longer worked. I'm a nutrition professor, and even that didn’t help! No diet worked—not even the one heavily promoted by a famous doctor specializing in menopause. Nothing… Still, being used to training 5 times a week, I started the challenge full of doubts: what could I possibly achieve by training just 3 times a week if nothing had changed with 5? Nevertheless, I committed to following Cheryl to the letter. And… the magic happened without me even realizing it. Through her pedagogy, Cheryl made it clear that the key was training to muscle failure. The goal wasn’t to lose weight. The goal wasn’t “next month.” The goal was today: to push every set to failure. Nothing more. And after 6 weeks, where the goal shifted from losing weight to becoming strong, everything changed. Did I lose weight? No. But the mirror shows a completely different image. Fat was burned and muscle was built. The before-and-after photos are the kind I normally wouldn’t believe when I see them on social media. Don’t believe me? Do the challenge and see for yourselves! Give yourself that gift

I have done many fitness programs over the past 13 years, not only general fitness programs, but specific programs for pregnancy, postpartum, diastasis recti, pelvic floor, and more. This is the best experience that I have had by far. When I reached out to Anna, she gave me plenty of information to help me decide on the best option for me. Moving into the actual program, I love the in depth education at the start that gives you the groundwork to understand why you are going to be doing what you are doing. It also leans into how to promote your success within the program by being mindful of your "stack" and alignment throughout day to day life. Within the training through motherhood program, there is a mix of strength training and deep floor and pelvic floor, with different tabs based on where you are at in your journey (pregnancy, postpartum, standard, modified). This makes this being a forever yours program even more valuable. The flow of the workouts are easy to follow, which makes me "keep at my workout" because I don't end up taking longer breaks when the break time is not long enough for me or vice versa. The weekly zoom calls for the challenge program is a big game changer too. Like where else can you get on a live video call with the creator to ask questions in real time? This is on top of the community page where you can get support from Anna and the community of other Moms. Anna's true passion for health and fitness, in addition to her genuine care for the women she works with is truly inspiring. I want to be just like her when I grow up ;) I thank God for the blessing she has been.

This has been a life saver in pregnancy. I find that so many prenatal programs are dumbed down and not challenging enough. Anna's programs are the perfect blend of keeping and building strength through each trimester..including the fourth trimester! Programming is tailored to any woman in any season of life. I am feeling strong and more connected to my core than I ever have in my entire life at 25 weeks pregnant. I have big postpartum goals and I am confident I can reach them with this programming.

I’ve always struggled with body image, and this third pregnancy has been no different. I was discouraged after seeing pictures of other women way more pregnant than I was and way smaller than I was, but within the challenge, Anna had a reminder that it’s not about the number on the scale but about improving dysfunction and feeling strong in your body. This helped me realize that I might not look how the world says I should, but I feel STRONG at 28 weeks pregnant. I also finally understand how to properly breathe as I lift and work my core in a healthy way. I’ve worked out for 15 years, but I never understood these things until Anna explained and demoed them! So grateful for her and every program she creates ❤️

This workout program is 100% what every mama needs! Whatever phase of life you’re in - first time pregnancy, postpartum at any stage, beginning your grandma journey. I love that it incorporates weights and you can progress or back off according to your needs! She walks you through every workout in such a way that the moves feel more natural and helpful rather than confusing and painful. I have tried multiple other workout programs and I’m currently 8.5 months pregnant with my second. The pelvic pain I had before has improved so much and I feel strong in this pregnancy! I notice much more of a difference when I do these workouts and I’ve recommended this program to almost everyone I talk to, it really works wonders! 10/10 great job Anna!

I’ve never felt more empowered! Anna’s program is incredible. When doing an online workout, I was worried I’d have questions, wouldn’t be able to know if I was performing the exercises correctly, etc. I was blown away! Her videos are SO in depth that I never question anything. Her cues are amazing, the way she explains actually clicks with my brain & I can’t believe how much I’ve learned about how much breathing, alignment & technique have to do with strength, repair & gaining muscle. The program blew me away & I’m so excited to see my results. It’s kicking my butt, in the best way possible!

This has been the best program I’ve ever done!!! And I’ve done 5+ programs for pregnancy/postpartum. The education and instruction Anna provides is unmatched! I’ve never felt more connected to my core and feel so much stronger after just a week of the program! Can’t put into words how thankful I am for this resource! Anna is a wealth of knowledge & the cueing for movements is unmatched along with ways to modify movements based on stage of life/strength. In other programs where messaging has felt forced, Anna communicates an appreciation for the body, its design, and what it allows us to do! It’s been so refreshing to be encouraged to be in tune with my body and its limitations, knowing that each movement and exercise is building strength and stewarding my body (even if movements are modified). I genuinely look forward to working out every day and can’t say I’ve felt that way in a long time!

I’ve always been uncomfortable with my lower belly pooch and thought I just wasn’t dieting or exercising hard enough. When my diet was totally dialed in and I still wasn’t seeing results, I started to search for other answers. That’s when I found Anna’s MLAM programs. As a college athlete and someone whose lifted for the last 15 years, I thought I knew a lot but I’ve learned SO much about breathing properly, pressures management and truly connecting with my deep core (not just doing abs) through this program. I’m finally starting to see results with my lower belly tightening up! Anna thoroughly walks you through each exercise giving variations and calling out the common mistakes. I can’t say enough good things and have been recommending it to anyone who mentjons similar challenges with their bodies!

I am only 1.5 weeks into the MLAM workouts and already I am using the breathing technique in my daily life. I have had a lot of issues with my pelvic floor and I can literally feel it lengthening and getting stronger. I have lived with incontinence for over a decade and felt hopeless after so much PT with no improvement but this program and her methods have been miraculous. I am so grateful and blown away and thankful for the work she has put in to women’s full body health!

This program has been amazing! I was working out with another program where we did all the videos alongside the coach, but after 2 years, I wasn’t seeing the changes I wanted. I was hesitant to try Anna’s programs because I wasn’t sure I would be motivated to workout following the shorter instructional videos. I’m so glad I made the jump! After just 1 week doing Anna’s program, my core felt stronger and my SI joint pain started to go away. The videos are shorter, but they are so educational! I know much more about managing pressure and how to adjust in real time. Because I can manage my abdominal pressure better, I’ve been able to lift heavier on lower and upper body days. My legs and arms are looking more toned and overall, I feel so much more confident in my own body. I love these workouts so much that I cancelled the subscription to the other program and joined Anna’s membership. I look forward to every workout! For those thinking about joining, please do! You won’t regret it!

At almost 45 with 3 kids - 10 and under, I’ve done many workouts, seen a pelvic floor specialist and researched many ways to strengthen my core, pelvic floor and feel good again. One week into Anna’s challenge and I can honestly say I have never heard anyone connect all the pieces the way she does. She gives you all the tools to start where ever you are. Not only is she so knowledgeable but she is present in our community everyday. I can’t thank her enough for all that she included in this challenge, including a full nutrition guide and being the biggest cheerleader! This won’t be my last challenge I do that’s for sure!!

This is my 2nd challenge in a row with Anna, and after stacking the challenges, I’ve found that my mind to body connection has improved by leaps and bounds from the first one (which I didn’t know was possible). I’m 31 with 3 kid and I feel more fit than I’ve been in my entire life. I’ve been an athlete (soccer) & have strength trained since I was a teen, but the muscle I see and the strength I feel in only 12 weeks with Anna has put to shame any fitness I thought I had before now. I want to shout from the rooftops that Anna’s programs are the ticket if you want to heal your pelvic floor, improve your breathing (you don’t realize how little oxygen you’re getting), and as a pleasant side effect, get super ripped (no, not like a guy 😆)! I promise you, your mom friends will start asking you what you’re doing…I’ve experienced this a lot in the past few weeks 😜 I can’t say enough good things about Summer Strong. You don’t need a gym, lots of the exercises you don’t even need equipment for if you don’t have it. Anna’s knowledge is vast, and she is SO on the ball when it comes to responding to every little post or comment…this community ROCKS! Thank you girl for everything you’re giving to us, we aren’t compensating you enough for your service to women ❤️ The pics I’ve included are 2.5 months apart

I am 38 years old and currently 6 months postpartum with my 4th child while also exclusively breastfeeding. I am proud of myself for completing every one of the 37 workouts this challenge. - with 4 kids (2 being under 2) I can literally feel myself getting stronger through my workouts (lots of PRs) and just everyday mom life in general. My 360 breathing has improved so much, I love feeling my upper back and ribs expand with my inhales and how I can fully empty with my exhales. I have also gained a lot of connection and new strength in my core which wasn’t ever possible at this stage postpartum with my other babies. Right now my focus is to continue fueling myself properly, building more strength, and connecting to my core and breath even more -which I cannot wait to continue to chip away at in Anna’s next challenge! These challenges are unlike anything I’ve ever trained with before. There has been many “ahh haa moments” throughout this challenge as I have learned many new things and different ways to connect within my body. I have an entirely different perspective on how to properly “move like a mother” and “train through motherhood” thanks to Anna. Thank you Anna for your exceptional education, your hard work, and all of your consistent dedication to helping women in every stage and season of our lives. I’m excited to continue this lifelong journey with you and all of these amazing women. ❤️ Kristen

This really was my last ditch effort in trying to fix my stubborn 1.5 fingers DR & protruding belly button PP. i always hated that i still looked like I’m 4months pregnant when i already 18months PP (at point of joining this program) I’m so glad i joined this program, because, i realise, it was more than just DR. It was improper breathing & years of tension in my PF that was contributing to my stubborn mum pooch! This program has helped me to fix my DR, which is only 1/4 of a finger space now, taught me to brace my core, ease my PF tension & how to breathe correctly, whether its just day-to-day or during exercise, or even just lifting my toddler. Needless to say, the changes in my breathing still needs work & i still occasionally hold tension in my PF, but it’s so much better compared to before i joined this program! Thank you, Anna for sharing your knowledge & tools! I couldn’t be happier!! Can’t wait to start on your next program!

I live is a very small town in Newfoundland, Canada. No gyms to go to. So, After I had my second child in 08, I wanted to get my body back. I decided to join an online platform, I created a community for myself and worked out at home, for years I did this. The only thing I noticed as I was doing this is my body started hurting, my low back, hips were sore all the time, I done so may programs and mobility to try and help, physiotherapy chiropractor didn’t help. I’ve been feeling like this for the past 10+years, I felt hopeless. Until recently, I purchased Ana’s MLAM glutes, core, and pelvic floor program and stopped lifting weights for a month. Within the first week, I noticed a difference. Then this past week I purchased her challenge program MLAM full body, core, and pelvic floor program. Within the first week, I noticed as I’m lifting my back and hips are working as it should, and I already feel stronger in my core. This program teaches you how to breathe while working out which I’ve never gotten before, I never knew how to manage pressure, it was never taught that after kids you need to work on this. Goes to show after 10+ years of pain and feeling hopeless you can fix the problem, Anna really breaks down everything and teaches you how to engage your core and how it should really be done so you avoid injury. If you’ve just had a baby or your 10 years out from having your baby, you need to do this program!!

This program with Cee has been a game changer for me. Post menopause I have struggled with finding the right way to keep my body strong and my metabolism from the downward spiral. As a physician I know this is often how we women start to unwind health wise and really start to age quickly. I have tried several things on my journey-HIIT workouts, bootcamp, pilates, cardio which I used to love but post menopause exhausts me and didn't seem to help. This program is so elegantly simple but so well thought out to maximize the outcome. Cheryl is such a good trainer who is always educating as to the "why" with evidence based information, always updating in real time using very reliable sources which is so important in a time when it is difficult to sift through all the information that technology makes available. Her nutritional program is simple and easy to follow focusing on real whole foods not some complicated fad program which requires buying a lot of supplements. This is a program designed for women for the long haul to improve strength, function, bone density and longevity and the way we think about aging. Additionally, the community of women is such a positive and, for me, unexpected benefit. So encouraging to see these women from everywhere just like me encouraging one another and getting it done. A+ Cheryl! You're knocking it outta the park! This is my first challenge but I am now signed up for Cee's annual program!

This is my most honest review of my first Summer Strong challenge with Cheryl. I was always skinny and consistent with training throughout my life. However, three years ago, I gained 10 kg (perimenopause). The same weight I had during one of my pregnancies! I did everything—and more—and still, nothing changed. I followed workout programs from two well-known trainers, and nothing. The way I had always eaten no longer worked. I'm a nutrition professor, and even that didn’t help! No diet worked—not even the one heavily promoted by a famous doctor specializing in menopause. Nothing… Still, being used to training 5 times a week, I started the challenge full of doubts: what could I possibly achieve by training just 3 times a week if nothing had changed with 5? Nevertheless, I committed to following Cheryl to the letter. And… the magic happened without me even realizing it. Through her pedagogy, Cheryl made it clear that the key was training to muscle failure. The goal wasn’t to lose weight. The goal wasn’t “next month.” The goal was today: to push every set to failure. Nothing more. And after 6 weeks, where the goal shifted from losing weight to becoming strong, everything changed. Did I lose weight? No. But the mirror shows a completely different image. Fat was burned and muscle was built. The before-and-after photos are the kind I normally wouldn’t believe when I see them on social media. Don’t believe me? Do the challenge and see for yourselves! Give yourself that gift

I have done many fitness programs over the past 13 years, not only general fitness programs, but specific programs for pregnancy, postpartum, diastasis recti, pelvic floor, and more. This is the best experience that I have had by far. When I reached out to Anna, she gave me plenty of information to help me decide on the best option for me. Moving into the actual program, I love the in depth education at the start that gives you the groundwork to understand why you are going to be doing what you are doing. It also leans into how to promote your success within the program by being mindful of your "stack" and alignment throughout day to day life. Within the training through motherhood program, there is a mix of strength training and deep floor and pelvic floor, with different tabs based on where you are at in your journey (pregnancy, postpartum, standard, modified). This makes this being a forever yours program even more valuable. The flow of the workouts are easy to follow, which makes me "keep at my workout" because I don't end up taking longer breaks when the break time is not long enough for me or vice versa. The weekly zoom calls for the challenge program is a big game changer too. Like where else can you get on a live video call with the creator to ask questions in real time? This is on top of the community page where you can get support from Anna and the community of other Moms. Anna's true passion for health and fitness, in addition to her genuine care for the women she works with is truly inspiring. I want to be just like her when I grow up ;) I thank God for the blessing she has been.

This has been a life saver in pregnancy. I find that so many prenatal programs are dumbed down and not challenging enough. Anna's programs are the perfect blend of keeping and building strength through each trimester..including the fourth trimester! Programming is tailored to any woman in any season of life. I am feeling strong and more connected to my core than I ever have in my entire life at 25 weeks pregnant. I have big postpartum goals and I am confident I can reach them with this programming.

I’ve always struggled with body image, and this third pregnancy has been no different. I was discouraged after seeing pictures of other women way more pregnant than I was and way smaller than I was, but within the challenge, Anna had a reminder that it’s not about the number on the scale but about improving dysfunction and feeling strong in your body. This helped me realize that I might not look how the world says I should, but I feel STRONG at 28 weeks pregnant. I also finally understand how to properly breathe as I lift and work my core in a healthy way. I’ve worked out for 15 years, but I never understood these things until Anna explained and demoed them! So grateful for her and every program she creates ❤️

This workout program is 100% what every mama needs! Whatever phase of life you’re in - first time pregnancy, postpartum at any stage, beginning your grandma journey. I love that it incorporates weights and you can progress or back off according to your needs! She walks you through every workout in such a way that the moves feel more natural and helpful rather than confusing and painful. I have tried multiple other workout programs and I’m currently 8.5 months pregnant with my second. The pelvic pain I had before has improved so much and I feel strong in this pregnancy! I notice much more of a difference when I do these workouts and I’ve recommended this program to almost everyone I talk to, it really works wonders! 10/10 great job Anna!

I’ve never felt more empowered! Anna’s program is incredible. When doing an online workout, I was worried I’d have questions, wouldn’t be able to know if I was performing the exercises correctly, etc. I was blown away! Her videos are SO in depth that I never question anything. Her cues are amazing, the way she explains actually clicks with my brain & I can’t believe how much I’ve learned about how much breathing, alignment & technique have to do with strength, repair & gaining muscle. The program blew me away & I’m so excited to see my results. It’s kicking my butt, in the best way possible!

This has been the best program I’ve ever done!!! And I’ve done 5+ programs for pregnancy/postpartum. The education and instruction Anna provides is unmatched! I’ve never felt more connected to my core and feel so much stronger after just a week of the program! Can’t put into words how thankful I am for this resource! Anna is a wealth of knowledge & the cueing for movements is unmatched along with ways to modify movements based on stage of life/strength. In other programs where messaging has felt forced, Anna communicates an appreciation for the body, its design, and what it allows us to do! It’s been so refreshing to be encouraged to be in tune with my body and its limitations, knowing that each movement and exercise is building strength and stewarding my body (even if movements are modified). I genuinely look forward to working out every day and can’t say I’ve felt that way in a long time!

I’ve always been uncomfortable with my lower belly pooch and thought I just wasn’t dieting or exercising hard enough. When my diet was totally dialed in and I still wasn’t seeing results, I started to search for other answers. That’s when I found Anna’s MLAM programs. As a college athlete and someone whose lifted for the last 15 years, I thought I knew a lot but I’ve learned SO much about breathing properly, pressures management and truly connecting with my deep core (not just doing abs) through this program. I’m finally starting to see results with my lower belly tightening up! Anna thoroughly walks you through each exercise giving variations and calling out the common mistakes. I can’t say enough good things and have been recommending it to anyone who mentjons similar challenges with their bodies!

I am only 1.5 weeks into the MLAM workouts and already I am using the breathing technique in my daily life. I have had a lot of issues with my pelvic floor and I can literally feel it lengthening and getting stronger. I have lived with incontinence for over a decade and felt hopeless after so much PT with no improvement but this program and her methods have been miraculous. I am so grateful and blown away and thankful for the work she has put in to women’s full body health!

This program has been amazing! I was working out with another program where we did all the videos alongside the coach, but after 2 years, I wasn’t seeing the changes I wanted. I was hesitant to try Anna’s programs because I wasn’t sure I would be motivated to workout following the shorter instructional videos. I’m so glad I made the jump! After just 1 week doing Anna’s program, my core felt stronger and my SI joint pain started to go away. The videos are shorter, but they are so educational! I know much more about managing pressure and how to adjust in real time. Because I can manage my abdominal pressure better, I’ve been able to lift heavier on lower and upper body days. My legs and arms are looking more toned and overall, I feel so much more confident in my own body. I love these workouts so much that I cancelled the subscription to the other program and joined Anna’s membership. I look forward to every workout! For those thinking about joining, please do! You won’t regret it!

At almost 45 with 3 kids - 10 and under, I’ve done many workouts, seen a pelvic floor specialist and researched many ways to strengthen my core, pelvic floor and feel good again. One week into Anna’s challenge and I can honestly say I have never heard anyone connect all the pieces the way she does. She gives you all the tools to start where ever you are. Not only is she so knowledgeable but she is present in our community everyday. I can’t thank her enough for all that she included in this challenge, including a full nutrition guide and being the biggest cheerleader! This won’t be my last challenge I do that’s for sure!!

This is my 2nd challenge in a row with Anna, and after stacking the challenges, I’ve found that my mind to body connection has improved by leaps and bounds from the first one (which I didn’t know was possible). I’m 31 with 3 kid and I feel more fit than I’ve been in my entire life. I’ve been an athlete (soccer) & have strength trained since I was a teen, but the muscle I see and the strength I feel in only 12 weeks with Anna has put to shame any fitness I thought I had before now. I want to shout from the rooftops that Anna’s programs are the ticket if you want to heal your pelvic floor, improve your breathing (you don’t realize how little oxygen you’re getting), and as a pleasant side effect, get super ripped (no, not like a guy 😆)! I promise you, your mom friends will start asking you what you’re doing…I’ve experienced this a lot in the past few weeks 😜 I can’t say enough good things about Summer Strong. You don’t need a gym, lots of the exercises you don’t even need equipment for if you don’t have it. Anna’s knowledge is vast, and she is SO on the ball when it comes to responding to every little post or comment…this community ROCKS! Thank you girl for everything you’re giving to us, we aren’t compensating you enough for your service to women ❤️ The pics I’ve included are 2.5 months apart

I am 38 years old and currently 6 months postpartum with my 4th child while also exclusively breastfeeding. I am proud of myself for completing every one of the 37 workouts this challenge. - with 4 kids (2 being under 2) I can literally feel myself getting stronger through my workouts (lots of PRs) and just everyday mom life in general. My 360 breathing has improved so much, I love feeling my upper back and ribs expand with my inhales and how I can fully empty with my exhales. I have also gained a lot of connection and new strength in my core which wasn’t ever possible at this stage postpartum with my other babies. Right now my focus is to continue fueling myself properly, building more strength, and connecting to my core and breath even more -which I cannot wait to continue to chip away at in Anna’s next challenge! These challenges are unlike anything I’ve ever trained with before. There has been many “ahh haa moments” throughout this challenge as I have learned many new things and different ways to connect within my body. I have an entirely different perspective on how to properly “move like a mother” and “train through motherhood” thanks to Anna. Thank you Anna for your exceptional education, your hard work, and all of your consistent dedication to helping women in every stage and season of our lives. I’m excited to continue this lifelong journey with you and all of these amazing women. ❤️ Kristen

This really was my last ditch effort in trying to fix my stubborn 1.5 fingers DR & protruding belly button PP. i always hated that i still looked like I’m 4months pregnant when i already 18months PP (at point of joining this program) I’m so glad i joined this program, because, i realise, it was more than just DR. It was improper breathing & years of tension in my PF that was contributing to my stubborn mum pooch! This program has helped me to fix my DR, which is only 1/4 of a finger space now, taught me to brace my core, ease my PF tension & how to breathe correctly, whether its just day-to-day or during exercise, or even just lifting my toddler. Needless to say, the changes in my breathing still needs work & i still occasionally hold tension in my PF, but it’s so much better compared to before i joined this program! Thank you, Anna for sharing your knowledge & tools! I couldn’t be happier!! Can’t wait to start on your next program!