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the body never forgets…
The other day, I was reading a fitness blog. I can’t remember which one. Probably a crossfit blog, because the author was talking about handstands (and I know it wasn’t a gymnastics blog). Then I was reading Charlotte’s book and … Continue reading
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Diamonds…….
So, one of my goals for this new year is to not perform any push-ups with my knees on the ground. “Girl Push-ups” if you will….although I won’t because I hate the term “Girl Push-Ups” and I’ve seen PLENTY of … Continue reading
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Just for kicks…
So, these are my new workout (non cardio) shoes! So far I have used them for kettlebell exclusively. They are working out pretty well. I have to admit, it took a little getting used to, because I was so used … Continue reading
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If the shoe fits…
I need new workout shoes. I’ve had my current shoes for about a year now, and I’m embarrassed to tell you about the shape they are in. On both shoes, on the front part of the soles (under my forefoot) … Continue reading
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She’s so….heavy.
This week I don’t have kettlebell training (sniff, sniff) so I have been forced to go the gym. At first I wasn’t stoked on this idea, but I gradually came around, as my husband said that he would go with … Continue reading
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Just Kidding!
I take it back…. I don’t care if I never lose another pound or inch. What matters to me, is that I always have the physical ability to do the workout I just did. Or a harder one. I figure … Continue reading
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When good food goes bad
I take my kettlebell class twice a week, Mondays and Wednesdays. The Monday class is usually a little more rough than the Wednesday, as there have been 4 full days between sessions. Well, with a legal holiday this past Monday, … Continue reading
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Wow.
So, I take my kettlebell class on Mondays and Wednesdays during my lunch break. On those days I bring a backpack with workout clothes, a small towel, a change of underwear and few toiletries. Today….I forgot my sports bra. Damn. … Continue reading
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Work your body…
So, we all know that I’ve become a kettlebell enthusiast right? I seriously love it. I go to my class twice a week, and struggle to make my self do any sort of non kettlebell strenth training (other than abs, … Continue reading
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Fin.
You might remember this post. Well…today was the conclusion of our wellness challenge, and I just went to my final “weigh-out.” So…by the numbers…I did not lose any weight. I GAINED 1.5 inches on my waist, LOST half an inch … Continue reading