Snowy Friday Five

Happy Friday 5 Day, Everyone

As much as I poo pooed and whined yesterday about the snow, it ended up being a BEAUTIFUL day. The roads were clear and safe by 11am. I was able to work. I got in an AMAZING workout…for my condition. I had a lot of energy in the gym. I couldn’t believe how long I was there without getting hungry, lol.Must have been the being cooped up for 2 days that did it

Prenatal Workout Included:

30 minutes on the Elliptical, totaling 2.70 miles. Which is a lot for me these days. I used to do about 4.5 (give or take) in 30 minutes. Now I am averaging under 2, and declining. So  yesterdays time was great for me!

I worked on Shoulders, Legs and Triceps

Circuit 1:

Seated Shoulder Press on Ball

Sumo Squats

Front Raises

Lunges

2 sets total

Circuit 2 (not really a circuit, more of a super set):

Dips on Bench

Standing Cable Triceps Press Down

3 sets total

Then another superset:

Abductor Machine

Adductor Machine

3 sets total

Then a bunch of mat stretches. Cat/Camels, yoga poses, etc.

I could not BELIEVE how fatigued my legs were after just that first set of lunges and squats! You would have thought I had never done them before! Jelly Legs!

(I am recording this so I can remind myself of the better days in the gym later in my pregnancy)

I am STILL very ready for spring. However, I will say this only once more this winter.  I like living in the seasons. When the roads are safe, and we get a proper weather forecast, and not TOO many in a row. It can be quite beautiful. I went out and took a bunch of pictures yesterday for this category

5 Reasons to Love the Snow

1. It’s Beautiful

2. my house looks so pretty covered in it

Just kidding.^I WISH that were my house. My condo is probably the size of their master bedroom

3. My camera takes gorgeous pics in it…even if my photography skills are novice

4. Munchkin LOVES chasing the snow flakes in the window

5. I get an excuse stay at home with my family all day and eat delicious food and watch tv

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this is one of my favs to use with clients!

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see my FF medicine ball workout here

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-slows the absorption of carbs–great for diabetics

-great for hydration/ especially post-workout

-Reduces Blood Pressure

-Aids in Weight Loss

-Richest Plant Source of Omega 3′s (an essential fatty acid)

Maca Root Powder

-Great for the endocrine system

-Improves memory

-Great for libido

-Increases overall vitality

-Aids in Weight Loss

-Great Source of Calcium

-Contains 29 different amino acids and 7 essential amino acids

Cacao Nibs

LOVE these in my Chocolate Cherry Coconut Energizer Smoothie!

-the highest concentration of antioxidants of any food in the world!

-supports a healthy cardiovascular system, opens the heart, returns us to our natural state of feeling

-The flavonols in cacao may improve brain function and help older adults where they may be cognitively impaired such as fatigue or sleep deprivation.

-loaded with vitamins and minerals

-Great plant source of Omega 3 fatty acids (Essential Fatty Acids)

-Great source of antioxidants

-High in Fiber

-It is perhaps our best source of lignans, which convert in our intestines to substances that tend to balance female hormones. There is evidence that lignans may promote fertility, reduce peri-menopausal symptoms, and possibly help prevent breast cancer.

Ground Flax is Best--*Running flax seeds through a high power blender can make the nutrients available. Otherwise, they would just “pass through.” If making in a recipe, use ground flax seed meal to ensure you get the full benefits!

Coconut Water

In the summer or after a great workout I like to add some coconut water to my protein smoothies for added health benefits!

-Best source for electrolyte balance

-filled with immune boosting vitamins and nutrients.

-aids to help ease digestion problems during pregnancy

-excellent source of potassium

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-LOVED. Christian Bale Best Supporting Actor–totally deserving. Had to post a cute pic of CB. Can’t look at him as a crack addict again.

The Kings Speech

-LOVED LOVED LOVED. Totally deserves Best Actor

127 Hours

Such an incredible story. Inspiring. Pleasantly Surprised. Can’t believe James Franco is hosting & nominated? He’s a kick-ass dude.

Social Network

LOVED!!!! Predict it wins best picture for sure

True Grit

-Total snooze fest IMO

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