January is almost over. Whew! How are your resolutions going? I committed to tracking what I eat for at least 31 consecutive days in my food journal. I’ve also been doing some of my Favorite Workout Videos to help keep me moving when I don’t have time for a hike. It’s going well so far.
To backtrack a bit, the word I chose for 2021 is CARE. You can see it here in my Currently Workbook.
As in…
The answer?
Working on it!
Last January I was 15 lbs. lighter than I am this January. See also: COVID-19.
I stopped caring about moving. See also: Yoga pants and overalls can be very forgiving!
Honestly, I just cared about staying alive, keeping money coming in with work, and keeping my family safe & fed while staying on top of my mental health.
My physical health went on the back burner and with my aging metabolism (see also: She’s in her 40s), life got a little too comfortable.
One of the first things to go when COVID hit was my gym membership. Of course, this all happened when I magically found myself in a good routine in the mornings! With managing Cooper at home with school and work, I didn’t have much energy to take of myself as I had before. I peppered in (weather permitting) long walks in our months at home.
Then I found myself in a rabbit hole of YOUTUBE and ended up really enjoying some of its offerings. These are my Favorite Fitness Videos that I use for stretching, dancing, and a bit of yoga. I relied on them heavily since we’ve been sheltering in place here in California.
Videos for Stretching:
When I have a short amount of time.
When I have more time to stretch.
In bed stretching. I have a secret obsession with Bob & Brad. Their videos helped me through major back pain a few years ago.
I usually do this arm video and then elliptical. I like that it’s 5 minutes.
Dancing favorites:
SQUATATHON. Prepare for your thighs to burn.
One of my favorite Missy Elliot songs.
This one is short but GOOD.
Brings me back to my childhood- when I was in ballet.
This one on repeat. I tend to do a lot of these Fitness Marshall videos multiple times in a row to get my workout in for the day.
I did this one with Cooper a few times.
I love the arm work in this one.
I love me some Fergie.
I must have done this one 100 times. It’s one of my faves.
This song always makes me happy.
I love that they’re at the GGB!!
Speaking of dance, I’ve also REALLY enjoyed taking a virtual Zumba class with my friend Matt.
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He has THE BEST energy. I highly recommend taking one of his classes he offers virtually every week!
TRAMPOLINE:
This one is quick but effective! We have this trampoline in my family room so it’s always ready to use.
It’s exhausting but worth it. I need more trampoline videos!
YOGA:
I don’t do a ton of yoga videos, but when I decided I am going to, I usually rely on Yoga with Adriene.
To get started in the day.
This one is good to unwind after a long day.
That’s it for now.
Let me know what you’re loving lately.
I’m always looking to diversify my workouts!
