A Workout Plan With Substance

I put together the following daily exercise calendar for myself. Its made up of a variety of exercises (some that I love, some that I haven't tried before) of varying types, intensities and settings. I hope this keeps things fun and interesting for me. I'm going to print it out and make a big 'X' on each day as I go, starting today.

I used the following sources as inspiration for my calendar:
Fab Ab February
DIY Detox
Free Weights Exercises
"Harry Potter Workout" via Pinterest
"Sun Salutation B" via Pinterest
"Level 2 Exercise Plan"
Quick Lower Body Workouts
Soon2BeFit Workouts
POP Pilates Videos
"Inception Workout"
SELF "Reach Your Goal"
"Level 3 Exercise Plan"

Seeds Sown With Tears

"Those sowing seed with tears

     Will reap even with a joyful cry."

-Psalms 126:5

Photo Source via Pinterest

OK, I admit it, I haven't been working out. In fact, I think I've actually GAINED weight. (This time I will NOT be posting a picture). My reward jar only has $4 in it and I'm ashamed. :( But I want to be happy, skinny, and fit (and I still want that massage reward) so I am still determined to get in shape, no matter how much I hate getting there! Now off to do some Pilates...

Source via Ripped and Fit

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Today Is A Good Day to Change

Today Is A Good Day to Change

When I was 14 I had abs like a brick wall and could compete with any boy at any sport. Now, at twenty-two, not so much. I have no energy, I'm slowly getting flabbier, I breakout constantly and I have little motivation. And, I have "activity-induced asthma." I've been needing a change for a long time.

These two chicks inspired me to make that change today.

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This quote moved me deeply. I don't want that to happen to me. I want to be able to look back and be proud of the person I was at my peak.

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Her goal was obviously not weight loss, it was health. That's what I need.

What I Want:

• More energy
• Rock-hard abs
• Toned arms and legs
• Clear skin
• Less miscellaneous body aches
• Better posture
• Better mood
• Self-respect

How am I going to get it?

...That's more difficult to answer. My main barriers are motivation and consistency. But fortunately the internet is full of great suggestions. Like this one...

Women's Health Mag via My not so secret obsession
Put one dollar in a jar every time you complete a workout. When you achieve your fitness goal, use the money to treat yourself! a massage, a cute pair of skinny jeans, etc.

I'm going to put this into practice!

My first short-term goal will be: To be able to do 10 pull-ups. (I can't even do one now)

My reward will be: A full-body massage. (one of my most favorite things in the world!)


I really like this exercise plan:

Melavond via Anything-Pretty

And since I have that little problem pouch (and its Tuesday), I'm going to attempt to do these:

Fitness Magazine via The Stirring Place

Flat Back
Targets: Rectus and transversus abdominis

Sit on floor with lower back against a wall, knees slightly bent and feet planted wider than shoulder-width apart. Place hands on floor between legs and squeeze abs.
Press into floor with fingertips and lift feet about 6 inches. Make it easier: Lift and lower left foot; then repeat with right to complete 1 rep.
Do 3 sets of 20 reps.

And last but not least, my body befores:

And can you believe it? I don't even own a scale or a measuring tape. I'll have to get back to you on that. For now, I'm off to have a jog around the block (if I can).