Laila Ajani
Fitness Trainer
Education
- University of Texas, BA, Political Science and Minor in Biology
Professional Achievements
- Laila has over ten years of personal training experience working primarily with women and focusing on strength with an emphasis on mindfulness and lifestyle changes. She's especially skilled with beginners, in particular with helping them develop confidence around the weights section of the gym.
- She's competed in several forms of athletic competition, including gymnastics, tennis, powerlifting, and Olympic weightlifting.
- Laila has over 80 5-star reviews across Yelp and Google. She's a well-regarded health and fitness advisor in Silicon Valley.
Certifications & Organizations
- Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) Certification
- National Strength & Conditioning Association Certification
- International Fitness Association Certification
- USA Powerlifting (USAPL) Coaching Certificate
- CPR & First Aid Certified
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Co-authored Articles (73)
How to
Get Six Pack Abs Fast
Everywhere you turn, someone's promising the next secret to getting 6 pack abs. While there's no way to get a 6 pack overnight, regular exercise and a healthy diet can help put you on the fast track. Develop an ab workou...
How to
Measure Your Waist
Your waist size can both help you choose the perfect pair of jeans and keep track of your weight, and it's really easy to measure. Your waist begins at the top of your hip bone and travels up to just below your ribcage, ...
How to Do Crunches
Enhance your core workout routine with these easy and effective exercises Are you working on your 6-pack and want an effective core exercise to add to your routine? Then crunches are the perfect addition to strengthen ...
The Correct Way to Do Push-Ups for Beginners
A complete guide to performing the perfect push-up and building upper body strength Want a great bodyweight workout that doesn’t need a lot of equipment? Push-ups are so great for working your arms, shoulders, and ch...
How to
Get Stronger and Thicker Wrists
While there’s no way to make the bones in your wrists bigger, most bodybuilders think it’s actually an advantage to have skinnier wrists, because it helps to emphasize the forearm muscles, making them look bigger. Bu...
The Ultimate Guide to Building Muscle Mass
''A beginner’s guide to building muscle mass through diet and exercise'' Looking to flex some muscles in your latest IG pic? Building muscle is a great way to boost your confidence and improve your general health and ...
How to
Get a Smaller Waist
Getting a smaller waist takes time, but with focus and persistence, you can do it! Not only can getting a smaller waist boost your confidence, it will also make you a healthier person in the process.
How to
Use Lifting Straps
The right way to wear lifting straps to get a better gripLifting straps are useful tools for weight training. If you've gained enough strength to start lifting heavier weights but find that your hand grip isn't strong en...
How to
Build Muscle at Home
'''Building''' muscle at home is surprisingly straightforward and doesn't require any fancy gym equipment. All it takes is a little creativity and a commitment to workout regularly. That said, you can only gain so much m...
How to
Get a Six Pack Without Any Equipment
Many people find the chiseled look of six-pack abdominal muscles appealing, but not everyone can afford expensive exercise equipment or a gym membership. Luckily, there are a variety of equipment-free abdominal exercises...
How to
Get Thicker Thighs
Whether your thighs are on the thinner or thicker side, you’re beautifully unique just the way you are. However, If your thighs are looking too thin for your personal tastes, you may be interested in adding some muscle...
How to
Drink Creatine
Creatine, or 2-acetic acid, is an amino acid naturally produced by the body to produce energy and make muscles larger and stronger.. 23 May 2023. Concentrated, powdered creatine is a popular dietary supplement for people...
How to Make Dumbbells and Other Weights at Home
Use household materials for low-cost barbells, hand weights, and moreThere’s no need to break the bank on fancy workout equipment when you’re looking to build muscle at home. Chances are, your home is already full of...
How to
Make Your Butt Bigger
Wanting a bigger butt is a common goal for some people, and you may be able to reach it with hard work and dedication. Increasing your butt's size takes time and effort, but you can get results. To make your butt bigge...
Minimum Ages for Children to Go to the Gym (And Where They Can Work Out)
8 gyms that allow kids and teensIs your child interested in working out but you aren’t sure if they can come to the gym with you? Or maybe you’re a teen but don’t know if you can go by yourself. While some gyms are...
How to Get Washboard Abs in Just 30 Days
Build a strong, show-stopping core fast with these exercise & diet tipsWith the right diet and workout routine, getting a six-pack in 30 days is totally possible. The key is doing exercises that work out your abs and cor...
How to
Get Fit
The thought of getting fit may seem daunting, but the payoff is worth it. We've laid out the steps you should take to get yourself onto the path that leads to the fitter, healthier you.
How to Make Your Butt Look Sexy, Perky & Lifted
Effective tips and tricks to achieve a bigger bumHaving a sexy butt can help you feel more attractive and confident, but how can you add extra oomph to your behind if you don’t have much to work with? Fortunately, with...
Should You Take Creatine Supplements While Trying to Lose Belly Fat?
Benefits and side effects of creatine, plus how much to takeCreatine is a naturally occurring amino acid—the building blocks of protein—which helps support muscles, repair damaged tissue, give you extra energy, and p...
How to
Use Straps to Deadlift
A deadlift is a body-building exercise in which you lift a barbell from the floor to your mid-thigh. Wrist straps are a piece of fabric, one side of which wraps around your wrist, and the other side of which wraps around...
