Each day features a different aerobic workout, but the support and motivation is awesome.

The instructor Wednesday was really upbeat and focused. She kept incorporating the phrase “phenomenal abdominals” in her encouraging instructions, as she coached us to keep our core tight – which I thought was fabulous! Lifting was the theme, however cardio and mat work was incorporated – I’m feeling the difference!

After the workout I asked how to improve the pain in my feet when balancing on one foot. She told me to keep my toes up and the pressure will be more balanced across my foot and when you’re doing exercises that you need to keep your knees behind your toes – it really helps! I was excited to learn this trick!

Today our class was on Step Aerobics! Ba ha ha…I’m working on becoming “more balanced” – the real truth is I’m quite a klutz and grace could easily be my middle name! (oh – 2 good stories on both of those that I’ll have to share – I’ve had quite a few broken limbs and have 2 wild middle names!! back to the story of the day…) Just before 12noon, I emailed my friend to see if she was “going” to the class today and she replied “Yes – it’s step – COME” – oh man – the vision of divas doing step class was flying through my mind and I was looking for excuses to skip out of it – I’ll be honest! I’m not perfect, but I remembered my friend Sara’s line – “I’m going to look all hot and thin” – so off I went! Thanks for getting me out of seat Nicky!! After our step routine, we winded down with a few core strengthening moves. Our instructor told us to get into the “Earthquake Zone” – referring to the position that you’re abs start shaking you’re focusing on that area of your body so much! I just love these new “terms” I’ve learned this week!

I’m really glad I attended my class, even though I was the only beginner in my class, the instructor told me after that I picked up the moves much quicker than most! Watch out now…a little recognition and I’m fueled for next time ;)

I’m now done my first 3 group fitness classes and I am VERY excited – I have more energy and feel great about how my body is toning up! I hope that if you’re working on weight loss and management goals – to get involved in a group exercise program, because I  know from experience that me and a gym card in hand aren’t enough to get me excited!

Hope you have an AMAZING weekend – hope the sun shines where you are! Here’s to “Phenomenal Abdominals” and the “Earthquake Zone” . My husband is coming home – the first time in 6 weeks – I don’t plan to be near my computer ;) Cheers!

Hey!!  Are you back to see whether I survived my Wednesday and Friday fitness classes? I DID!!

Each day features a different aerobic workout, but the support and motivation is awesome.

The instructor Wednesday was really upbeat and focused. She kept incorporating the phrase “phenomenal abdominals” in her encouraging instructions, as she coached us to keep our core tight – which I thought was fabulous! Lifting was the theme, however cardio and mat work was incorporated – I’m feeling the difference!

After the workout I asked how to improve the pain in my feet when balancing on one foot. She told me to keep my toes up and the pressure will be more balanced across my foot and when you’re doing exercises that you need to keep your knees behind your toes – it really helps! I was excited to learn this trick!

Today our class was on Step Aerobics! Ba ha ha…I’m working on becoming “more balanced” – the real truth is I’m quite a klutz and grace could easily be my middle name! (oh – 2 good stories on both of those that I’ll have to share – I’ve had quite a few broken limbs and have 2 wild middle names!! back to the story of the day…) Just before 12noon, I emailed my friend to see if she was “going” to the class today and she replied “Yes – it’s step – COME” – oh man – the vision of divas doing step class was flying through my mind and I was looking for excuses to skip out of it – I’ll be honest! I’m not perfect, but I remembered my friend Sara’s line – “I’m going to look all hot and thin” – so off I went! Thanks for getting me out of seat Nicky!! After our step routine, we winded down with a few core strengthening moves. Our instructor told us to get into the “Earthquake Zone” – referring to the position that you’re abs start shaking you’re focusing on that area of your body so much! I just love these new “terms” I’ve learned this week!

I’m really glad I attended my class, even though I was the only beginner in my class, the instructor told me after that I picked up the moves much quicker than most! Watch out now…a little recognition and I’m fueled for next time ;)

I’m now done my first 3 group fitness classes and I am VERY excited – I have more energy and feel great about how my body is toning up! I hope that if you’re working on weight loss and management goals – to get involved in a group exercise program, because I  know from experience that me and a gym card in hand aren’t enough to get me excited!

Hope you have an AMAZING weekend – hope the sun shines where you are! Here’s to “Phenomenal Abdominals” and the “Earthquake Zone” . My husband is coming home – the first time in 6 weeks – I don’t plan to be near my computer ;) Cheers!

My name is Robyn and I think I might die! This could easily be my last blog entry ever!! He he…JUST JOKING!!!

Today was the first day of my Staff Lunch-Hour Fitness Class. YIKES!!

Two weeks ago when I accepted this new contract, I was excited to get into a routine. I have been watching what I’m eating, following the Arbonne Figure 8 Weight Loss program and today – started the exercise portion of my new schedule!! I’m very impressed by my personal action steps and progress. My husband and family even noticed that I shed a couple inches in the past two weeks! Thanks, I’m so lucky to have a beautiful support system!

For two years I had a gym membership! I’m quite sure that when they saw me come in with my husband that they were doing the “YES” action with their arm and visualized $$ symbols when John so kindly signed us up for the two year membership (to save of course!), because I was like many that had the membership but didn’t use it! For awhile I did faithfully go with my keen husband that loves to work out, however I didn’t last long.

When I started this new position, my new friend here told me about these cheap fitness classes offered daily, so I enrolled in the MWF classes. I was quite proud to inform my husband that I had signed up and was working towards my more toned summer body!

Just before noon I made my way to the PE department and got changed. I followed the signs to the “Be Fit For Life” Center – what an inspiring way to describe the workout I was about to endure! I walked up the stairs and found the room that my fitness class was happening in! OH – the infamous room! It was the same place that John and I took our Intro to Social Dance lessons a year ago! It brought back hilarious memories of our fabulous communication course disguised as a dancing class!! I’ll have to share this story with you later as part of our marriage adventures!

The instructor is really nice, encouraging us the whole time. Although I didn’t prefer (my positive way of saying – hate!) the “idea” of working out, the ladies voice was motivating and she painted pictures in my mind of climbing hills during my bike ride, etc!!

Day 1 – I came out sweaty and exhausted, with a red face – bright red! It’s genetic, it happens to my Mom also! All of the blood runs to my face and makes me look like a cherry until I “cool” down – unfortunately makeup doesn’t even do a decent job of covering me up!

This initial experience was rewarding, despite my venting! As I walked back to my office, I felt my butt cheeks tighten up! I’m quite sure it’s because they are becoming more toned, however the reality is probably that it’s just because I’m wearing boots. My pants also feel a little looser, probably associated to the fact that my stomach is currently visiting my backbone and I haven’t eaten since breakfast!

Time for my healthy and nutritious lunch!

Hope you had an amazing weekend and have a fabulous week becoming more fit and reaching your goals!

Hi,

My name is Robyn and I think I might die! This could easily be my last blog entry ever!! He he…JUST JOKING!!!

Today was the first day of my Staff Lunch-Hour Fitness Class. YIKES!!

Two weeks ago when I accepted this new contract, I was excited to get into a routine. I have been watching what I’m eating, following the Arbonne Figure 8 Weight Loss program and today – started the exercise portion of my new schedule!! I’m very impressed by my personal action steps and progress. My husband and family even noticed that I shed a couple inches in the past two weeks! Thanks, I’m so lucky to have a beautiful support system!

For two years I had a gym membership! I’m quite sure that when they saw me come in with my husband that they were doing the “YES” action with their arm and visualized $$ symbols when John so kindly signed us up for the two year membership (to save of course!), because I was like many that had the membership but didn’t use it! For awhile I did faithfully go with my keen husband that loves to work out, however I didn’t last long.

When I started this new position, my new friend here told me about these cheap fitness classes offered daily, so I enrolled in the MWF classes. I was quite proud to inform my husband that I had signed up and was working towards my more toned summer body!

Just before noon I made my way to the PE department and got changed. I followed the signs to the “Be Fit For Life” Center – what an inspiring way to describe the workout I was about to endure! I walked up the stairs and found the room that my fitness class was happening in! OH – the infamous room! It was the same place that John and I took our Intro to Social Dance lessons a year ago! It brought back hilarious memories of our fabulous communication course disguised as a dancing class!! I’ll have to share this story with you later as part of our marriage adventures!

The instructor is really nice, encouraging us the whole time. Although I didn’t prefer (my positive way of saying – hate!) the “idea” of working out, the ladies voice was motivating and she painted pictures in my mind of climbing hills during my bike ride, etc!!

Day 1 – I came out sweaty and exhausted, with a red face – bright red! It’s genetic, it happens to my Mom also! All of the blood runs to my face and makes me look like a cherry until I “cool” down – unfortunately makeup doesn’t even do a decent job of covering me up!

This initial experience was rewarding, despite my venting! As I walked back to my office, I felt my butt cheeks tighten up! I’m quite sure it’s because they are becoming more toned, however the reality is probably that it’s just because I’m wearing boots. My pants also feel a little looser, probably associated to the fact that my stomach is currently visiting my backbone and I haven’t eaten since breakfast!

Time for my healthy and nutritious lunch!

Hope you had an amazing weekend and have a fabulous week becoming more fit and reaching your goals!