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If you’ve been following the blog for awhile or have ever watched any of my stories on either Snapchat or Instagram, then you know how much I love to workout and that I dedicate a huge part of my life to fitness.
It’s my thing and I love it.
Working out has been a huge part of my life for over 10 years and I have learned that it’s a constant journey. It’s my escape, my sanity and a place where I work not only on becoming strong physically but mentally as well.
To me, working out and fitness are just about being healthy and treating your body correctly. It’s being able to walk up a flight of stairs without losing your breath or go for a long walk without feeling winded.
Over the past few years, my routine has varied here and there but it has always been a variation of the same thing. Weights and Cardio. Sometimes I’m on a huge running kick, other times I’m going to spin classes like crazy and for the longest time, I was living and breathing Kayla Itsine’s BBG Guide.
I try and mix it up!
While I’m no longer doing the BBG Guide, I am still using the SWEAT app. I’m using the section that is called PWR. It’s more of your basic weightlifting, which is what I used to do in college and loved! Even though I could easily put together my own routine, I still like having the app tell me what to do, as well as how many reps. It keeps me from slacking and from wasting time.
Normally, I work out 5-6x a week. I make sure to dedicate at least three days to lifting weights and two days to cardio. Then no matter what, I make sure I’m hitting my 10,000 steps a day. If I do workout a sixth day, I like it to be something fun and different like a spin class or hot yoga!
On my weight lifting days, I always start with walking half a mile on an incline to warm up, then follow my lifting session with at least 15-20 minutes on the stair stepper. Then on my cardio days, I like to pick between running, spin or another fitness class!
My Current Workout Schedule:
Monday: Legs & Abs (pwr) + 10-15 minute bike
Tuesday: Run (3-4 miles)
Wednesday: Arms & Abs (pwr) + 15-20 minute stair stepper
Thursday: Either Run, Pilates or Yoga
Friday: Back & Shoulders (pwr) + 15-20 minute stair stepper
Saturday: Either – Run, Pilates, Hot Yoga or another Equinox Class
Sunday: Rest or Restorative Yoga
Of course, depending on the week this is all subject to change, but for the most part, this is my schedule! It’s all about listening to your body. If I’m super sore from my leg session on Monday, then instead of running on Tuesday, I’ll do a yoga class to stretch out and then move my running to Thursday!
It’s called balance and knowing what your body needs.
As I tell you all every post, I’m not a trainer. Also, consult with a physician before starting something new. I don’t claim to be in the best shape ever and I definitely do not think I am a fitness model but this is my routine and it is what is working for me!
I’m healthy, I’m fit and I’m confident where I am.
If you need help getting on track with your fitness this 2018, you can read my post here!
About the look
When it comes to working out, what I wear directly effects my workouts. If I feel like I look my best, then I’m going to perform my best! As opposed to tugging and pulling on something that doesn’t fit correctly.
This white marble look is from 2(X)ist. I visited them during NYFW and fell in love with the clothing! So comfortable and reasonably priced for workout apparel! This whole look is under $100, so that’s a win! You can currently find them at Bloomingdales!:)
xo,
Lauren
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