I just wanted to let you know what the week before my National Championships is going to look like. Everyone has different rituals, strategies, and methodologies. No one program is the same; nor is there one that works for every athlete. See how Jessica and I compare. I compete on the 28th, so I … [Read more...]
My bracelets are here!!! via @roblympian
Ok. I am really excited! For many reasons of course. Firstly, the fabled bracelets are finally here. Show everyone that you're Pretty Strong. The proceeds from these bracelets go to me, Sarah Robles. To get yours, donate $5 to the "Team Robles" paypal tab Make sure to note what the donation is … [Read more...]
Once Upon a Time…The Story of Two Female Weightlifters
Once upon a time in a small town no one has ever heard of in the second half a state no one knew even had a second half, Jessica and I met. You can call it "destiny" if you want. Yeah, let's call it that. We can be Destiny's Children. We are bootylicious, after all. So Jessica and I wrote these … [Read more...]
So-Called Femininity (via Pretty Strong’s Sarah Robles)
Somehow, sometime, things got all jumbled up. Somehow size, sport, and our personal choices have all gotten mixed up with all these "traditional" ideas of femininity, sexuality, and gender roles. I don't know why, and I will not understand these molds that we are all put in. Some us will not ever … [Read more...]
The goings on with Sarah
That doesn't make much sense does it? Well, it's a Family Guy reference...so there. Anywho, just thought I'd let you know what's going on with me lately. I recently accepted the invitation to be on the Pan American Championship Team. I will be contending to be the strongest woman in the western … [Read more...]
Portrayal of Women’s Fitness
So last night, I was looking through photos on a Facebook page called, "Fitness Girls." Needless to say, I was not surprised at the results. This is what brought up my question this morning of, "Do people actually want to be 'healthy' or in 'shape?' or just skinny?" I am … [Read more...]
My background with those with Special Needs
My coach, a couple of my teammates and I coach the local Special Olympics Powerlifting Team. I love it. Someone asked if I could write a post on my experiences with them. This post will] let you get to know a little bit more about me and my experiences growing up leading up to my volunteerism … [Read more...]
Speaking at a women’s conference
As many of you my have read recently, I went back home to San Jacinto, Ca to speak at a Women's conference. It was a great experience and I hope I get many more speaking opportunities in the future. After training on that Wednesday night, I flew out to Ontario, Ca. This is where I received a ride … [Read more...]
Keep Calm and Snatch On
'Member when you were learning cursive and you were all like..bro this is korean it's not even english? OR OR do you remember when you were in math class learning ANYTHING it was like ummm this is some Russian shiz? Well, that's how I feel learning the Olympic lifts are like for beginners, … [Read more...]
Hanging on by a thread by Jess
You know during your training cycle when the work load is so much every inch of your body feels like it was individually ripped off and run over by a semi truck and then someone in Mexico with a "medical license" sewed it all back on piece by piece leaving you looking like a rag doll that can't even … [Read more...]