I met my lifting partner for some weights this morning and we ended up going heavy on the arms, which was just what I needed.
Upper Body Blast
after a 5-10 minute warm-up, repeat each superset three times without rest between exercises
superset #1
Flat Chest Flyes w/ 22.5# Dumbbells-12 Reps
Hammer Bicep Curls w/ 15# Dumbbells-12 Reps
superset #2
Straight Arm Cable Pressdowns on 27.5# Setting-12 Reps
Cable Tricep Pressdowns on 60# Setting-12 Reps
superset #3
Leaning Lateral Raises w/ 10# Dumbbell-15 Reps [each]
Cable Woodchoppers on 30# Setting-15 Reps [each]
superset #4
Hip Dips from a Side Plank w/ Feet on Bench-15 Reps [each]
Rear Delt Flyes w/ 12.5# Dumbbells-15 Reps
Elevated Bicep Curls w/ 10# Dumbbells-15 Reps
superset #5
plank w/ toes on ball-1 minute
I split things up by lifting this morning and taking BodyStep this evening because I only had two little windows in which I could workout. I really liked boosting my activity twice in one day!
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As mentioned in this morning’s post, I usually need a bunch of different bags to tote all my stuff!
A week or so ago I received a gym bag from Lilypond to review.
I absolutely love this bag! It’s big enough to hold everything I need to transition from gym to school/work (i.e. outfits, makeup bag, flatiron, etc). It has large pockets so I can put dirties in one area and not worry that it will touch anything else. The best part is that it has a mesh compartment for shoes! In theory this could be used for a wet towel/swimsuit if you swim or shower at the gym too.
Lucky for me, my new gym bag made it super convenient to take everything with me. I only ended up needing THREE bags today: gym bag, lunch bag, and school/work bag I also got lots of compliments on it!
The bag retails for $99 and this particular style comes in three different colors. Check out their website for more info.
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I’m off to get ready for another busy day tomorrow. By the way, I discovered a new favorite food that I’m excited to share with you!
Have a great night…
*TIP TIME*
If you have the time and energy to do two workouts in one day, plan it out in advance to prevent injury and over-training. If you are going to be taking a spin or cardio class that focuses more on legs, make your other workout primarily upper body, and vice versa. This promotes balance in your body!
Question: Do you pack multiple bags in the morning so you have everything you need for the day? Any favorite bags?
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I love that bag! I’m a total bag lady. Everyday to work, I bring a huge purse and another bag for all my snacks, books, etc.
That looks like a great bag — cute colors too. Right now I have this Keen tote made from scrap materials that everything gets tossed into & my new makeup bag has kind of become my mini purse for wallet & such. What I’m in desperate need of is a great camera bag/purse!
Very cute bag. I have a zebra print bag that I pack all of my essentials plus food for the day and then it converts to our diaper bag for the gym.
Plus I have my breast pump that goes with me everywhere. The life of a working mama hahah.
oh that does look like a great gym bag!
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