Hey all you fabulous people!
A little something that you don't know about me: I can't walk straight, even when sober. The path I choose to walk always seems to be a little off. So the thought of the exercise ball completely terrfied me. I could just imagine myself falling off the ball and embarassing myself infront of everyone at the gym. To avoid it, I would do all different types of ab workouts either on the mat or the bench.
However, the other day, a friend convinced me to give the exercise ball a shot. My nerves were racing, but lucky me, the ball was in the corner where I would not attract too much attention to myself. Concentration, determination, and with my goal set in mind, I gave it a try. To my surprise, I actually really enjoyed myself.
The ball allows you to concentrate in two areas: the abs and back. It gives you that stability strength and enables a great core workout. The secret to keeping your butt on the ball and not toppling over is to sit on the ball 1/4 way in and have the distance between legs be about 6 to 8 inches apart. Slowly lower yourself so that your body is lying straight and feel the stretch and then come back up to almost sitting position. Do about 3 sets of 20-25 reps. I have found a new love for the exercise ball and hope you do as well! Let the power of the ball tone your abs and be one step closer to that fabulous body!
Good luck and till next time,
Ree
Just Breathe
Friday, January 30, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Snow Bunny Slim
Hello to all!
What a yucky snowy day! Now ladies, I know how tempted we are to stay in bed all day on such a dreary morning, but let's get our booties up and awake. I can't even lie; I almost fell into the "sit all day on the couch and eat" mood, but I motivated myself to the opposite. One look at the snowy landscape, and I realize I can bounce my snow bunny ways into a slimingly fab workout.
Since the snow and ice make it treacherous to drive and even walk, there is no need to even leave the house for a great workout. Crank up that music, put on our sports gear, and let's get this party started.
Step 1: Set a Goal (daily, weekly, etc)
Step 2: Make a workout routine
Step 3: Stick to it and watch yourself become fabulous!
Stay tuned for some easy at home routines as well as other fun activities that will get that snow bunny bouncing back into shape!
Stay hydrated and warm,
Ree
What a yucky snowy day! Now ladies, I know how tempted we are to stay in bed all day on such a dreary morning, but let's get our booties up and awake. I can't even lie; I almost fell into the "sit all day on the couch and eat" mood, but I motivated myself to the opposite. One look at the snowy landscape, and I realize I can bounce my snow bunny ways into a slimingly fab workout.
Since the snow and ice make it treacherous to drive and even walk, there is no need to even leave the house for a great workout. Crank up that music, put on our sports gear, and let's get this party started.
Step 1: Set a Goal (daily, weekly, etc)
Step 2: Make a workout routine
Step 3: Stick to it and watch yourself become fabulous!
Stay tuned for some easy at home routines as well as other fun activities that will get that snow bunny bouncing back into shape!
Stay hydrated and warm,
Ree
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