Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Gym Routine

Back in January or February I made a vow to start eating healthier and working out. It was one of the best decisions I've made. I realized that after getting into a healthy routine I was left with loads more energy and work seemed less stressful. 


With it being the end of the school year my work load has picked up leaving less time for the gym however, I am trying not to make excuses! It's all about what you really want- when there is a will there is a way (:





I absolutely love the gym I joined this year!! They have any and all the equipment you could possibly need, friendly staff, personal trainers and lots of fitness classes offered. I'll be moving next week and canceling my membership sadly but in the mean time I'm going to make as many visits as I can! This is what a typical week working out for me looks like:


Sunday
My gym is closed on Sundays so I normally use this day as a rest day, especially if I have traveled over the weekend. I've also used a few Sunday's to get in a nice outdoor run though. 


Monday
Body Attack fitness class- this is my all time favorite class!! If you haven't heard of it, it's a Les Mills program that focuses on high intensity, sports inspired cardio. You WILL leave this class drenched but it will feel oh so good! 


Tuesday
Body Pump- this is another Les Mills class. It is less cardio and more strength training. We use a barbell to work all of the major muscle groups. 


Wednesday 
I normally pick between a day off to work late (I rather work late one day a week in attempts to not bring weekend work home) or a walk/run outdoors. 

Thursday
I head back to Body Pump and try to get a little cardio in on the treadmill as well. 

Friday/Saturday
Very unpredictable! It depends where I am that weekend. Normally no gym visits but I do try to get at least one good run in! 

I also try to do a short ab workout every day. This is what has worked with me but of course everyone is different! What is your workout routine like?

Monday, June 3, 2013

Monday Catch Up

I hope you all had a fabulous weekend! I spent mine at the beach and had an absolutely wonderful time! (Minus the slight sunburn)  The weekend flew by but then again they all seem to. Lots of seafood, beautiful weather and good company made for the perfect weekend! I headed down after work on Friday, and quickly got ready to go out to dinner with Justin. We ate at a place that had peel and eat shrimp and live music so I was in of course in Heaven. Saturday we had a huge breakfast and spent the day on the beach. I learned my lesson that knee caps CAN get sunburn and do require sunscreen just like the rest of your body. I got a little burnt everywhere but my knees are on fire.. ouch! Lesson learned. Sunday arrived way to quick! We spent the day relaxing and grilling out hamburgers. 


I'm actually not dreading starting back to work this week because it's the LAST week of school!! I absolutely cannot believe that I am finishing up my first year teaching! It's very bittersweet. I'm ready for summer but going to miss my students and the routine.  I don't want to rush these last few days away! 


It's safe to say this little one has found a very special place in my heart 

On another note- who all is tuning into the Bachelorette tonight?! I'm excited to see Des and all the guys. Does anyone else get the vibe that the guys this season seem a little on the weird side? I'm sure there will be a keeper in there and even more sure it will make for good TV watching the others. 

Have a great Monday (:

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

WILW

I haven't participated in What I'm Loving Wednesday lately and I think I am a little overdue. There are so many things to love today after all! 



That there are only 13 actual school days left. The end is near! 

My new sandals that just arrived in the mail


The fact that this weekend is a long weekend.


These Flowers with that vase- gorgeous!


These words..


What are you loving today?