fitness

Hello! We made it to Thursday! After three days of setting an alarm, I think I’m getting back on track and adjusted to school life.

Speaking of back on track, January is always a good time to get back on track, but I don’t want to make resolutions or lofty goals that end up making me feel like a failure.

I think it’s fun to find little “mini challenges” or short workout programs that I can kind of “chip away at” to make progress.

I shared in yesterday’s post that I like the Bodi widget that I’ve recently added to my phone to see my weekly workout progress. This only tracks when I do a Bodi workout, but it’s still been pretty motivating.

I follow @followkristenfriend on Instagram…she’s a fun, sassy, elementary teacher who also has a “Healthy Teacher Tribe” channel on Instagram.

She shared this little challenge with a fun graphic to kick start going back to school. I love that it incorporates other things besides fitness.

That being said, I worked out 21 days in December, and I want to keep that progress going. I also want to get back to having some “quiet time” either with a devotional or the Headspace app. Of course, sleep and water are important too!

Here’s my progress so far this week:

(She shared on the channel that she realizes she needs to update the graphic to include the toggles for Friday. haha)

My mom got me a subscription to Headspace, and I’ve spent a few minutes most days with “mindful mediation.” I’d like to do this before the day starts, but realistically, I’ve had more time in the evening.

Mallory (@mallory_fitzsimmons_) shared about the devotional she’s using this year, and I thought it would be a good way for me to set aside a few minutes every day to have some quiet time.

I have a couple of these tumblers, and they are definitely the way I get in my water intake. I typically drink at least two a day.

The Bodi workout I started in December is 25 Minute Speed Train. I’ve done other workouts by Joel Freeman, and this program is definitely the most like what I prefer for a workout. They are tough but efficient workouts. I appreciate that I can complete them in the comfort of my basement. haha

I still love my SSYS leggings, but these Hanes 7/8 length leggings that I purchased a couple of months ago have been my “go to” lately. They are buttery soft and stay put!

I have a couple of these workout tops, and they are my preference. For me, I like the muscle cut style, and the length is perfect.

For Christmas, Trav and the kids got me new tennis shoes, per my request. I knew Trav would know what brand would be best, and Hadley picked out the pretty color way. I didn’t realize how much I needed a new pair of shoes for walking and workout.

With going back to school, it’s easy to just want to come home and relax…and I do!…but I also wanted to keep up the commitment I made in December and even regroup and prioritize other goals too.

I have to remind myself…progress not perfection.

Happy Monday! How was your weekend? I hope you had a great Mother’s Day yesterday! This weekend, we had a good mix of being lazy, being outside, and being productive. Now, it’s time to start a new week!

I love this little link up that Lauren, Ashley and others do, so I thought I’d join them again this month. Check out the other ladies’ posts too!

This month’s focus is on our fitness routine. I do try to stay active and do a pretty good job working out about five days a week. My struggle has always been more with balancing that with making good choices with eating! I do know that through the years, I’ve learned how important it is for me not only physically, but mentally, for me to get a workout in…even if it’s just a walk around the block.

For the past few years, I’ve implemented intermittent fasting into my daily life. For the past two years, I’ve pretty regularly followed the LEAN program with Amanda Nighbert. Basically, besides intermittent fasting, the program encourages carb cycling, workouts, and tracking the macros of the food you eat.

What I love about the program is that most workouts can be completed at home although I do like to go to the gym to use the elliptical or stationary bike when that’s an option. Most of the workouts are 30-40 minutes, so when I’m in my usual school year groove, I get up at least two mornings a week to workout. I’m not one who can get up early every morning and my husband often runs in the morning, so I have to coordinate with that. The workouts focus on arms, legs, full body, and HIIT (with some other options thrown in).

During this time of quarantine, she’s been sharing weekly challenges which I love…and gives me an extra brief workout for the day.

Of course, with the extra time, we’ve been bike riding a lot as a family, and I’ve tried to take a walk most days as well.

Also, to change up my routine recently, I’ve busted out my Beach body 21 Day Fit DVDs. I really do love these workouts…again, they are around 30 minutes, can be completed at home, and really give you a good workout.

Admittedly, I’ve struggled a bit with staying on top of my diet and workouts during this quarantine period. Some weeks, I’m more motivated than other weeks. After giving myself grace for a few weeks, I started back tracking my macros because you can’t out run a bad diet! Also, I’ve still been having back issues which has limited some of the workouts I can do. That’s what actually made me turn to the DVDs because I love the Pilates and Yoga videos that are included. I’m back to giving myself grace, but also trying to keep moving even if it’s just a 30 minutes walk some days.

So, that’s a peek at my workout routine. I really do love the schedule of it and all the factors combined help me be successful.

Next month’s topic is: Fun Facts!

I hope you have a great week! We only have two more full weeks of distance learning. I think we can do it!

Take care,

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