It has been a while since I did a healthy living update, so I thought I would give you a little peak into what I have started to do on a regular basis to be and stay healthy.
I have mentioned previously, how I am a firm believer in staying healthy without worrying about being a size 0. I try to keep a good amount of movement and exercise in my life–more for the reason of being comfortable in my body and for my mental/emotional health. Releasing those endorphins and letting go of stress through exercise is good for mind, body, and soul!
Along with a (somewhat) healthy eating lifestyle (yes, I splurge every so often!), I have had to come up with a new workout regime since moving back to California.
Half of the time I workout at my local gym, and the other half I workout at home or at a park.
**** PLEASE NOTE: I am NOT a doctor or trainer, this routine works for me, but it’s not for everyone!
1. 5 Minute Stretching: I try to always begin and end my workout (or at least END it) with a regular stretching routine. I do each stretch for 30 seconds each. There is no standard, check this link out for different stretches you can do.
2. 200+ Crunches: I usually do my ab workout on the ab machine at the gym. I have found I always have to do some sort of ab workout or I lose a lot of strength in my core. If you don’t have access to a gym check out this website for an ab exercise routines.
3. Arm or Leg Weight Lifting: I will alternate the part of my body I work out. I also try to change up machines once in a while as well.
4. 35+ Minutes Elliptical Workout: I need a low impact cardio workout (I broke my ankle last year), so I tend to stick to an elliptical machine. Everyone needs a little cardio in their life. Keep that heart rate up!
5. 5 Minute Stretching: Same as I said above!
I recently started getting into a jump roping craze. I never knew how good of a workout it really is! The jump roping mixed with the lunges has been great for my butt and legs. I can’t stand going to the gym every day, so doing the above lets me be outside and mixes things up!
It’s all about variety, so you and your body don’t get too bored or too complacent!