Happy New Year!
Like most of you, I gave up all attempts at healthy living over
the holidays and my pants now fit a little tighter because of it. So, along with most the rest of the world during the month of January, I am attempting to get back into shape
by trying to actually go to the gym. And with that, Fashion Friday is back with a round of workout wear (because who says you can't still be cute while you sweat?).
Shirt: Victoria's Secret; Sports Bra: Sports Authority; Leggings: Sports Authority; Shoes: Skechers |
For those of you (like me) who simply despise running, there are
other options as well. Yoga, for example, is not only incredibly
relaxing, but builds mussel strength and endurance as well as
significantly improving your balance (though I still can't seem
to get hang of a tree pose). Many gyms will offer beginning classes as
well as other great alternatives to traditional workouts including
kickboxing, zumba, or (my personal favorite) step aerobics!
If you don't have the funding (or time, or effort) that goes into a
gym membership, take a look online for some great at home workout
videos or make some simple changes in your daily life to help stay fit
without sacrificing your schedule. Some of my
favorites include:
- Using an exercise ball instead of a chair.
- Walk when and where you can.
- TAKE THE STAIRS.
- Do sit-ups or jumping jacks during commercials.
If you have some tricks of your own, please write them below!
Most importantly, don't be intimidated by those around you. As the
great internet has quoted, “Don't compare your chapter 1 to someone
else’s chapter 20.” Everyone has to start somewhere, the important thing
is that you are putting in the effort to live
a healthier life and that you feel good about the choices you are
making. So whether you grab a friend and suffer through together or go
it alone, just keep taking those steps in a positive direction.
Best of luck to a healthy 2015!
- Jamie (Instagram: @browneyelovely)
I'm trying to get fit too and will be starting yoga/pilates class next week!
ReplyDeleteShireen | Reflection of Sanity
Love that top! I just joined the gym because it is way too cold to run outside, but you are definitely making me put more thought into yoga considering how flexible you look in these pics
ReplyDeleteThe Doctor Diva
I love working out jogging every morning unless I'm sick and gym 3x week. Great tips.
ReplyDeleteI really love your top! Such a motivating post.
ReplyDeleteBeautetude
genial post me encanta, yo he practicado taewkondo y karate.
ReplyDeleteSucha great post and challenging too.
ReplyDeleteI always start a workout routine and get bored within a week or so
.Bu tyear i plan to workout often
kisses
I really need to get fit too
ReplyDeleteKeep in touch
xx
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