#Workout balance

[ancientroyalblood]

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[firmflexing]

Warrior.

[csuitebitches]

The Best Workout that Changed My Body (Model Workout)

Growing up, I was a chubby kid. As a teenager, I was “skinny-fat” - I had a tummy but lean arms and legs. I have tried everything to burn that belly fat off; right from detox teas, waist clinchers, sports, Pilates, limiting my calorie intake, weight lifting, strength training, eating only health food for months, lemon water, even K-Pop stars’ diets… you name it and I’ve probably done it.

Then I finally found something that worked out for me. I stumbled across it on Reddit, and I shared it with my friends, not thinking that it would actually work.

Except that it did.

A friend who had gained 10 kgs because of her thyroid lost nearly 8 kgs in a matter of a couple of months. Another friend - who’s quite skinny and petite and struggled with weight gain - saw her body get more toned in just a couple of weeks.

So I decided to try it out as well - and I could actually see a difference in just a week’s time (as crazy as this sounds). A few pants I had that I always felt a little insecure about wearing actually felt LOOSE at the waist! I couldn’t believe it!

Now, for a little disclaimer. The person who created these workouts happens to train models. They are specialised in model training- reducing waist cm, hips is their specialty. HOWEVER. They were accused of filming their clients in their gym bathroom. Their spouse eventually took over the company. But that still doesn’t sit right with me. So that means that I will not be buying any of the company’s products, even though the work outs are really effective and require minimum equipment.

So I did a little bit of sleuthing - and found 5 out of 6 of their workouts for free on Reddit.

I’m going to share the link that I found on Reddit. I am NOT responsible for uploading the files. I have no role to play in it. These have been available on Reddit for literally years. I have no idea who the original distributor is, either. Also, these videos are quite old. I’m sure that the new ones are different from these.

The workouts range from 20-60 minutes (most of them are at 40 minutes though). The best part is that you can do these anywhere.

The only equipment you really need:

- yoga mat

- Slide discs/ wash cloths

- Ankle weights

- 3 pound dumbbells

Here it is (the link)

The nutrition guide:

(I have not come up with this. Do not hold me responsible if you do not agree with what the trainer says).

1. Calorie intake: 1600 calories

2. No juice, rice, pasta, potatoes, bread 2-3 hours before you workout. If you must eat, it has to be low calorie protein or lean (eggs, protein shake, lean protein, salad, vegetables).

3. No carbs after 3 pm.

4. Dinner should be protein and vegetable based.

5. No protein for 1-2 hours after workout. Fruit juice, fruits, vegetables and starchy carbs are fine.

6. Only treadmill for cardio. Slow jogs. No weights for lower body, outside of the program. No lunges, squats or deadlifts. Yoga and Pilates are fine. I personally do 12-3-30.

How I use this routine:

Monday: workout 1

Tuesday: 12-3-30

Wednesday: workout 2

Thursday: 12-3-30

Friday: workout 3

Saturday: workout 4 +12-3-30

Sunday: 12-3-30 / yoga/ rest day

I take 5 days off in a month during my period. These workouts are also not crazy intense (I’m used to playing sports and being active in general) so I’m fine doing it everyday.

What is 12-3-30?

Treadmill workout where:

12- incline

3 - speed

30 - minutes

[nicistrying]

Monday 15th July

Early walk with Mags this morning. It was dry! And sort of sunny! V hot and humid but after nearly 2 full weeks of rain I was grateful. Worked at home, had leftover Indian takeaway for lunch 😍

Did some weeding and played football with Mags before I had to go back to work. Finsihed late but had to make the most of the weather and get out for a little jog. I didn't even attempt any kind of speed in this heat but I was pretty consistent and I didn't stop, so I'll take that.

Had a bit of a eureka moment while running - it's okay that I don't force myself out to run when I don't feel like it. Literally any movement is better than none so if I don't want to run in the rain, I don't have to! I can just work out inside and I'd still get all the benefits of having made time for myself, listened to my music and moved my body. I have soooo much respect for everyone on here who is out running every day and in all weathers but I think I'm just not one of you. I'd love to be, but beating myself up isn't going to help and now is absolutely not the time to try to get back to regular running, when I have absolutely no consistency in my general life routine for the next 2 months 😂 slow and steady. Maybe towards the end of the year I can try to up my frequency. For now, any workout is a good workout ☺️

[mars-ipan]

danganronpa is so fucking crazy bc it’s like “hi. this is a game series with a fucking amazing premise. unfortunately the writing sucks and is bad and you will spend half the time going ‘eugh why did they write that’ but you will play the whole thing anyways and get attached to your favorite characters and cry when they inevitably die. also it is filled with romance subplots that will stay in your brain forever” HUH??????

[museenkuss]

loving and moving my body this week (06.11.-12.11.)*

Monday. 20 MIN EVENING PILATES TO RELAX AND FEEL CALM - EASY AT HOME WORKOUT

Tuesday. Beginners Belly Dance Tutorial | Beautiful Hips & Arms!

Wednesday. Everyday Pilates Mobility and Stretch | Posture, Hips and Hamstrings

Thursday. Victoria's Secret Train Like An Angel Live: Martha Hunt + Ballet Beautiful

Friday. 20 MIN FULL BODY PILATES WORKOUT FOR BEGINNERS - AT HOME PILATES or Waistline Shimmy | Belly Dance Workout

Saturday. 30 MIN FULL BODY PILATES WORKOUT FOR EVERYBODY - AT HOME PILATES

Sunday. "Chocoholics" Valentine's Day Waist Winding Workout

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* the idea here was to find fun little ways to stay active according to my schedule this week. This is completely 'no suffering, joy only'. :)

In case the suggestion doesn't feel right for that day, here are some alternatives (12 minutes or less, can also be used as add-ons). No shame in taking it slow! Let's move according to our needs! :) nightime flexibility stretches // bedtime yoga stretch to release stress & tension // 8 min beginner's ballet flexibility. // 10 min | Beginner Belly Dance Workout | Slow & Smooth Tutorial // 15 min Gentle Pilates Workout For Beginners

[nickysfacts]

Who said that exercise and game development can’t both be fun!

🏃🏻‍♀️😄🎮

[hyaciiintho]

🌸｡*ﾟ+. Fall theme is up~ Would have changed it over sooner, but ah well! Tomorrow is officially the first day of fall, so I'm not too late :D

[astuteobservations]

yo... tumblr is not for happy people

[rainyfestivalsweets]

8/27/24

Meals I am proud of:

Quick breakfast

Ruby Tuesday lunch

Ruby tuesday leftovers (deconstructed kabobs)

Salmon Bowl at home

Quick, no prep lunch

Quick snack

Sf orange glazed pork chop + okra

Caffeine free dessert tea

Birthday cake and ice cream, full fat, full sugar because Balance.

And a new feature- The Monday Mile

Cheers to everyone on their journey with me. Focusing on getting healthier and happier ✨️ 1 meal 😋 at a time.

[rosenbraut]

🌹Utena inspired🌹 - loving and moving my body this week

Monday. rise and shine yoga [13 mins] // fencing footwork at home practice [16 mins]

Tuesday. power pilates [15 mins]

Wednesday. neighbour-friendly ballet cardio [12 mins]

Thursday. Yoga sculpt [14 mins] // pilates for balance [13 mins]

Friday. beginner ballet cardio [10 mins] // deep stretch for beginners [24 mins]

Saturday. ballet pilates workout [20 mins]

Sunday. pilates for strength & flexibility [24 mins]

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This week (24.06.-30.06.), I felt inspired to try something new: A selection of workouts inspired by the masterpiece that is Shōjo Kakumei Utena. The inspiration here wasn't the body image of 90s Shōjo, but rather the ways the characters move. The idea was to pretend that I was preparing to fight those hyper mannerist duels. Since I'm very limited in what I can do at home (no kendo, no fencing, not even basketball...) AND since the duels themselves are metaphorical kaleidoscopes of dance, fencing and freudian shenanigans, I picked a selection that combines factors that would go into this way: focusing on strength, flexibility and endurance, as well as balance, grace and control.

[fitforestfairy]

When it's raining outside but you're determined to get your steps!

Spoiler: Not absolutely beginner friendly, IMO

This reminded me a lot of my old gym Step Cardio workouts! LOTS of coordination needed. I mean it! I spent a good chunk of time trying to figure out how to do the moves lol. It also requires a fairly good amount of stamina.

All in all, a really good workout but a bit too tough if you're just getting started or easing back into things.

[eatclean-bewhole]

A little bit of “I’m gonna kick my ass today!” and a little “I think I’ll do yoga and meditate under the stars.” Sometimes we need physical release, and sometimes we need to go inwards. Mind-body health is a balance of both. Honor and cultivate your strength in all areas. #mindbodysoul

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[deadlifts-and-deadlines]

I did this workout today (part B only). There are no words to describe how awful it was because of the fucking Assault Bike. It took me 46:53. I had to scale the AB calories to 25-20-15-10-5, and even so there were so many times I couldn’t simultaneously use my arms and legs. 🥵🤯☠️ I normally love the AB but I absolutely could not hang today! 🤣

[stardust-sunset]

picture day the day after i get my period fml

[relaxedstyles]