Remember when I was discussing my semi-anxiety about how I sleep and whether it’s bad for my alignment? Well, look what my wonderful boyfriend (Hi B!) surprised me with yesterday! A body pillow! So I can keep my knees and hips in-line! What a nice boy. I knew he was a keeper. So today, after … Continue reading »
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Pyramid Workouts and Lots of Stairs
I’m apologizing in advance. I recently found the Picnik website for photo editing. I’ve spent an inappropriate amount of time today editing photos and adding captions for no good reason besides trying to make my friends laugh. And to share with you, lovely readers. For example, is the below photo really necessary? Probably not. But … Continue reading »
Vacation Workout
Oh, hi there! Were you wondering if I got a workout in while on my New Year’s Eve vacation? Why yes, yes I did. Thank you for asking. I ran a mile yesterday (pain-free!!) and today I took it a little easier and did some elliptical-ing, abs, and lifting in the little hotel gym. For … Continue reading »
30/15/30 Circuit Workout
Hi there friends! So, I’m normally a morning exerciser, but I’ve been fairly lazy all day today. I just now finished my workout (better late than never!) and want to share it with you. I feel better than I did this morning so I completed an HIIT workout at home. I started with my standard warm-up, and included … Continue reading »
Back to Reality and a Semi-Interval Run
I’m a little thankful the holiday season is almost over. I feel much better now that I’m back to my semi-regular lifestyle of exercise and healthy-ish eating. (No, my typical day doesn’t usually include eating pumpkin pie, sugar, and watching A Christmas Story on the couch). I’m still at home in Iowa (missing NYC oh … Continue reading »
Holiday Greetings from Iowa
Hello from Iowa, where it’s just too cold. Too cold for little puppies. But perfect for Christmas. My parents’ tree puts mine to shame. I’ve been enjoying my routine this week. I wake up, stretch, do a run/walk rehab type of thing, and then do some interval training, yoga, and lifting. Yesterday’s sweat-fest included lots … Continue reading »
Cardio + Strength Circuit Workout
Hello friends! I’ve written up a quick cardio/strength circuit workout based on timed intervals. This workout is based on maximal effort for a set amount of time. Time to complete: Approx 45 minutes Equipment: Small hurdles, dumbbells or medicine ball, gliders, TRX (if you don’t have all of these items, I mentioned some substitutions below. … Continue reading »
