I’ve been going nuts for the past few hours trying to find a worthy ab workout online but it’s useless. Most use dumbbells or stability balls which I don’t have so it’s pretty frustrating. I decided to make one up myself. Tried it out and boy! did I feel the burn! So try it out, if you like, message me your feedback and I’m always open for suggestions. Enjoy! <3xo
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Couldn’t give you guys a new video this week so must make up with a written workout. Ready? Let’s go!
(just pretend I’m on video saying “c’mon guys, you’re worth it, let’s do it!!!! Halfway there!!!!)
- Warm up with the hundred (legs in table top, 90, or 45 in a diagonal) - 100x obviously
- Double…
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Morning Makeover
1. Wake-up workout When your eyes open, sit up slowly without using your hands. With legs straight out, lean forward until you feel a gentle stretch in your back and hamstrings. Hold; then, using your abs, lower…
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notjustceleryandcountingcalories:
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1. eat balanced meals throughout the day. try three equal-sized meals and one snack each day. emphasize plant foods in your diet to stay full while reducing your calorie intake.
2. skip past the sweets aisles. self-explanatory.
3. burn off excess fat. doing at least 150 minutes of cardio exercises, like dancing, running, and jumping rope, each week will reduce your need to cut as many dietary calories.
4. exercise against resistance to build lean muscle. the more lean muscle you have, the more toned you look and the faster you burn calories to slim down your legs.
5. last but not least, set aside extra time for leg-toning exercises.
Good to know! I’ve got some knee high boots I want to wear!
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You’re dieting and exercising, but still the scale won’t budge. What gives? People make common mistakes when it comes to trying to slim down, so if you’re not seeing the results you’re after, here are some possible reasons why.
- You overeat healthy foods. Nuts, avocados, whole wheat pasta, olive oil, and dark chocolate are all natural and healthy, but they aren’t void of calories. You still need to watch how much you eat of the good stuff.
- You drink your calories. This is especially true in the Summer when we’re all looking for ways to cool off. Choose crisp water, fruit-flavored seltzer, or unsweetened iced tea, and be mindful of how much fruit juice, sodas, cocktails, and specialty frozen drinks you gulp down.
- Your partner isn’t on the same healthy road as you. I’m not one to point fingers, but you can’t expect to lose weight if your husband constantly suggests ordering takeout, wants to go out for ice cream, or encourages you to sleep in instead of hitting the gym. Communicate that you need his support in losing weight.
- You’re addicted to condiments and toppings. A salad is one of the healthiest meals you can have, but when you top it with bacon bits, goat cheese, nuts, dried fruits, and ranch dressing, you can double the calorie amount in a flash. Be aware of how many calories those extras add on.
There are more reasons you’re not losing weight so keep reading.
POP Pilates: Inner Thigh Insanity! Get yo booty shorts on!
This has been the BIGGEST video request EVER. So here it is. Want to achieve the inner thigh gap? Wanna look hot hot hot in your short shorts this summer? Then get yo booty shorts on and do this workout with me. Seriously. Wear short shorts. I won’t let you do it if you don’t. :)
At the end I kind of faint and it aint fake. This is a tough inner thigh routine. You’re gonna love it.
Now that it’s summer, I cannot wait to show up to the gym in my signature booty short style. It’s kinda scandalous but I love my short shorts. The ones I wore in this video are from Loop and Labor on Etsy and they are so cute and flattering. I am obsessed! The side ties make them adjustable - you know - cuz they aint short enough as is!
BOOTY SHORT REVIEW: I saw these shorts on Etsy a few weeks ago and fell in love. Emily from LoopandLabor was kind of enough to send me a pair to test out. Because I am a booty short lover, I know what works and what doesn’t. And let me tell you, this works.
Flat waist panel: The attractive duo-color band is slimming and tummy flattening. Enough said.
Fit: Low rise waist! Snug and shapely on the butt. No camel toe if you’re concerned :)
Fabric: Soft and stretchy.
Side ties: You can make em shorter for days when you feel super sexy.
I am wearing a size small here and it fits very well.
You can get your own pair at Emily’s store here. (It even comes in blue!) They are $46.00 which is about the same or less than a Lululemon pair, but you’re supporting independent designers which I am all about.
Hope you like the video! Now get yo booty shorts on and let’s DO THIS!
Cassey
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Here are some exercises that will tone your oblique muscles. Once you start lowering your body fat (and removing those love handles), you (and others) will really notice the benefits of these exercises!
- Trunk Twist (3 sets of 10 - 15 reps per side)
- Stand with your…
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