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Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Strong is the New Skinny: Part 3

Head out today and try a new workout with these kicks and some motivation.Get your workout on today!

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Strong is the New Skinny: Part Two

This video always inspires me and when I need motivation for the gym, I always watch it. Below I have compiled a list of my favorite workouts and tips. Conquer the new year! Bring it on 2012

15 minute kettlebell workout - I absolutely love working out with kettlebells!
Motivational Calendar for 2012- save and print them out individually for motivation all year long
The Dirty Dozen Workout - Switch it up with this heart pumping workout
Book: Run Faster- from the 5K to the Marathon
2012 Baseline Record - Keep a record of all your baseline achievements and at the end, compare your results! :)
Join Crossfit or start taking Bodypump classes (available at most gyms)
Buy Workout DVDs - Total Body Toning or Rapid results Pilates

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Strong is the new Skinny: Part One

One: Puma Fitness Lux Workout Bag- a bag to throw a change of clothes in!

Two: Valeo Women's Lifting Gloves - I always wear these, they keep my hands from forming calluses!

Three: Protein Powder - Protein powder is not just for men! Adding a scoop to a smoothie in the morning will build definition in those muscles! :)

Four: Nike Pro Core Women's Capris - the perfect fit capri, great for running

Five: Nike Luxe Layer Tank Top - I love tank tops in this style. It gives me air to breathe in and I love the looseness of it!

Six: Nike Element Women's Thermal Hoodie - For before and after your workout

Seven: Nike Air max Tailwind Sneakers - to pound the pavement with....

Eight: Puma Sportbands - pull back those flyaway's!

Stay tuned for an upcoming post on some of my favorite workouts and tips!

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

ING NYC Marathon Recap

{Photo 1} Carbo- loading for the marathon during brunch with Sonia- love her{Photo 2} Preparing everything the night before. My fiance also ran the marathon but didn't have an "official" number. {Photo 3} Photo from lululemon. A gorgeous picture of runners during the race{Photo 4} My friend and I after the race with our medals
My Marathon Recap The NYC Marathon was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I have to be straight up when I say that I didn't train as much as I wanted to, BUT the race was EASIER than I expected. Now, this doesn't mean it was easy by any means...it was extremely difficult. I hit a wall twice (at mile 14 and mile 20) and my friend was able to get me through them to keep going. We ran the entire time and never stopped once. We didn't stop at the water stations, we grabbed them while running. We also ate all of our energy bloks, powerbars and jelly belly energy beans while running. I believe that the worst thing you can do is stop and walk during a marathon. Walking is more difficult and I lose focus if I stop (even once). I am beyond sore today and can barely stand up, but I wouldn't change a thing. Tips for encouraged runners who want to run a marathon1.) You do not need a personal trainer to tackle this feat. I used this book to train and it worked wonders for me. My longest run was only 18 miles and you taper at the end. Book: The Non-Runner's Marathon TrainerI don't consider myself a born runner. Meaning, I don't think my body/legs were meant to run like some other people who are born to do it. Running does not come easy to me and I had to work very hard during the 4 months of training. 2.) You need to set time away on the weekends for your long runs. You will forever be able to tell your family/friends that you ran a marathon. IT IS WORTH IT.3.) When you are running more than 30 minutes/3 miles, you need to eat. You should be eating every 30 minutes. I recommend Clif Shot Bloks in Black Cherry, Powerbar Performance Energy Bars in Peanut Butter, Jelly Belly Sport Beans in assorted flavors4.) Invest in a running belt. You need to constantly keep hydrated.5.) When you start to think that you don't have the energy to train anymore. THINK AGAIN.
If anyone has any questions or wants tips on training, email me! :)

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Workout Playlist

I am always struggling to find new songs. Therefore, I am introducing a new post series. Each month I will post a round-up of my top ten favorite workout songs. Would love to have your feedback on whether this is helpful for you! :) Also, email me if you have great picks and I will credit you in the post!

1.) Pitbull - "Bon Bon" **FAV

2.) David Guetta featuring Taio Cruz & Ludacris - "Little Bad Girl"

3.) Dev featuring 50 cent - "In the Dark" Remix

4.) Pitbull featuring T-pain - Hey Baby

5.) Lady Gaga - "Judas" DJ White Shadow Remix

6.) Adele - "Rolling in the Deep" DJ Megamix Remix

7.) Lykke Li - "Complaint Department"

8.) The Strokes - "Last Night"

9.) Alexandra Stan - "Mr. Saxobeat"

10.) Nine Inch Nails - "Hand that Feeds"

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