I found Carissa's Miscellany Monday, via Amber's blog, and figured it was the perfect way to get myself writing. I'm about to give up on my whole attempt at blogging--once a month or every 2 weeks? I suck at this. Here's some randoms I feel like sharing...
1. BarreAmped Bootcamp--The 7 week program started January 10th. After the first class I wasn't sure what I'd gotten myself into! I've kept it up, going at least 2x per week. Emily and Katherine have been going too, so it's an added bonus seeing them regularly! It is a killer workout in just an hour (and yay, my clothes fit better).
I've often heard people say things like, "When I workout/run/etc I just shut my mind off and don't think." If I'm being honest, I thought those people were full of crap. NOW I UNDERSTAND. Barre class is an hour a day I do not think about work. Probably for no other reason than the fact that I'm listening to what I'm supposed to be doing, and focusing on doing it properly, but still--it is me time and I'm not thinking about anything else. That said, I'm kinda bummed bootcamp is almost over. However, I bought a package of 10 regular BarreAmped classes to try once bootcamp ends, and I promised Emily that I would try a Pure Barre class with her :)
2. Lululemon--I'd always wanted some Lulu pants but asked myself, "Can these pants really be worth the price?" The answer is YES, yes they can! The waist is not too low as to highlight your problems, and the fabric is....wonderful!?! Whereas the Under Armour capri/tights I wore one day this week showed EVERY FLAW on my tummy, seat, and thighs...Lulu is my girl, she helps hide that crap for me! And if you're looking to save a $ on Lulu, check ebay. I've bought 2 tops described as "worn 5 times or less" and honestly, I'm just as satisfied as if they were new. They look great! Just don't get in a bidding war with me ;)
3. Valentine's Day--People, it is here, and I have no idea what to get my husband as far as a gift. He says he does not want anything (SO HELPFUL!!!) I think I will make dinner for us and perhaps some yummy dessert (to be determined, ha). He is difficult to buy for. I told him I wanted some flowers. He is not a flowers kind of guy, but I like them a lot. So we'll see :)
4. Instagram. I've been using it a little more lately. Something (iphone pictures) is better than nothing, right? :) Here you are...
I steal socks on the regular...
Orange Leaf, YUM! A little Friday afternoon treat with my friend Sarah.
A little post-Barre fuel to keep me going and warm me up!
A CATS fan of the canine variety! She loves this Snuggie!
Happy Saturday mail from Lauren :) Miss her up in ol' CT!
1. BarreAmped Bootcamp--The 7 week program started January 10th. After the first class I wasn't sure what I'd gotten myself into! I've kept it up, going at least 2x per week. Emily and Katherine have been going too, so it's an added bonus seeing them regularly! It is a killer workout in just an hour (and yay, my clothes fit better).
I've often heard people say things like, "When I workout/run/etc I just shut my mind off and don't think." If I'm being honest, I thought those people were full of crap. NOW I UNDERSTAND. Barre class is an hour a day I do not think about work. Probably for no other reason than the fact that I'm listening to what I'm supposed to be doing, and focusing on doing it properly, but still--it is me time and I'm not thinking about anything else. That said, I'm kinda bummed bootcamp is almost over. However, I bought a package of 10 regular BarreAmped classes to try once bootcamp ends, and I promised Emily that I would try a Pure Barre class with her :)
2. Lululemon--I'd always wanted some Lulu pants but asked myself, "Can these pants really be worth the price?" The answer is YES, yes they can! The waist is not too low as to highlight your problems, and the fabric is....wonderful!?! Whereas the Under Armour capri/tights I wore one day this week showed EVERY FLAW on my tummy, seat, and thighs...Lulu is my girl, she helps hide that crap for me! And if you're looking to save a $ on Lulu, check ebay. I've bought 2 tops described as "worn 5 times or less" and honestly, I'm just as satisfied as if they were new. They look great! Just don't get in a bidding war with me ;)
3. Valentine's Day--People, it is here, and I have no idea what to get my husband as far as a gift. He says he does not want anything (SO HELPFUL!!!) I think I will make dinner for us and perhaps some yummy dessert (to be determined, ha). He is difficult to buy for. I told him I wanted some flowers. He is not a flowers kind of guy, but I like them a lot. So we'll see :)
4. Instagram. I've been using it a little more lately. Something (iphone pictures) is better than nothing, right? :) Here you are...
I've got a 10 class gift certificate at Pure Barre in Lex that I can't wait to use when this baby comes out!!!! I've heard it's intense!
ReplyDeleteLet's coordinate and all go to the same PB class!!!
ReplyDeleteAhh I still haven't been able to convince myself to go for Lululemon. This ebay thing could be good. I can see bidding on a shirt, but the pants kinda creep me out. When I go to hot yoga I sweat like a running faucet. It's terrible!
ReplyDeleteLoving your Cats fan pup! Go Big Blue!
i would love to try purebarre, but the closest location to me is boston (or nyc)! yikes! lol. i am glad that you are instagramming a lot!! i love your pics!
ReplyDeletect misses you, too, lady! :)*
Love Lauren's comment above! We all must go to a class together :) And I'm with you, I never really got how people could just shut off the world and on focus on their workout until I tried PB and barre workouts. I totally get it now! Except for on Friday when I was in the middle of a move and saw your fancy toes and leaned over to ask if you got a pedicure, haha! So random, clearly I was not focused and shaking enough if I had time to ask you a ridic question! I have a post ready to publish about Lulu too! LOVE their stuff!
ReplyDeleteI might have to finally give in and get on the Lu Lu train.
ReplyDeleteHmm, must look into LuLu. I've been in dire need of some new pants.
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