I love Barre3. Well, you may have noticed that I love a variety of Barre workouts, most recently I have been focused on Barre3. I am currently doing the Barre3 Challenge (starting week four). I have been doing a mix of live studio classes and online streaming workouts. I love the positive energy and the […]
Fitness Friday Check-in #NoExcuses #Sweatpink
I am posting my weekly check in a day late. Things have been hectic! I am keeping this post short, but it includes a few pictures taken as part of the #NoExcuses #Sweatpink challenge. I am also still working on the Barre3 challenge. And I reviewed a workout DVD system Jumpstart 180 (see review and […]
Friday Check in – Challenges! #barre3challenge #SweatPink #NoExcuses
Hi, I am going to do a weekly workout check-in. #FitnessFriday seems like a good day! #Barre3Challenge My usual program that usually works well for me: I do my intentional workouts Monday through Friday, concentrating the challenge workouts on Monday and Friday with the mid-week workouts being moderate. On the weekends I enjoy active recreation […]
Reflecting on My New Years Resolutions
A new year always feels like a new beginning. I am a big fan of resolutions, I tend to make them seasonally. I find if my resolutions are a little more short term then I am more likely to keep them. One common strategy for keeping a resolution is to make your intention public. So […]
Paisley Yoga Towel Dresses Up Your Yoga Mat
The Paisley Hot Yoga Towel from Yoga Design Lab will give you the best dressed yoga mat in the studio! One of my new years resolutions is to return to a more consistent yoga and relaxation practice. While no equipment is necessary for my goal, anything that makes it even more convenient and pleasant helps. […]
Review: Gecko Active Yoga Mat Bag
The right yoga mat bag makes it easier to carry your mat to yoga, Pilates or barre class. The Gecko Active Yoga Mat Bag is a well-made, bag that carries your mat and accessories in style. Sometimes the mats in my gym smell a little odd, so it is nice to have the option […]
Workout DVD Review: Physique 57 Classic Volume Two
I have used Physique 57‘s workout DVDs for years and experienced excellent results. For example, I was never able to do one full on-toes pushup until after working with the Physique 57 Volume 1 set for a few months. Anyone who remembers me from high school PE class would confirm that I could barely do […]
Today’s Workout: Xtend Barre Lean & Chisled First Impressions
Today I tried Extend Barre Lean & Chiseled with Andrea Rogers for the first time. Well, I did all sections except the core section. Equipment used: chair or barre, yoga mat (optional), light weights (1-3 pound is recommended) This 55 minute workout includes dance, barre and pilates inspired exercises. I would describe this as body […]