On a lighter note, I was able to try a new activity this weekend. I went to my first Pure Barre class yesterday afternoon to celebrate the grand opening of the Evansville studio. I have been looking forward to this for several weeks. I've heard so many good things about this workout, and I'm looking to vary my exercise a bit as it gets colder here and I might not be able to run outside as much (sad for both me and my four-legged, fluffy running buddy Ruby!).
I wore my favorite workout leggings and new sticky socks, and when I got to to the studio, I was impressed by the chic design and quick check-in process. Our instructor gave everyone a quick tutorial before class, going over terms used and the basic movements -- much needed for many first-time visitors!
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| Full schedule available today! |
We got started, and within minutes I realized this workout is no joke. I jog regularly and am in pretty decent shape post-babies, but these movements and the quick-pace of the class had me sweating and shaking like crazy! Our instructor said "embrace the shake" at the start of class, so I tried to power through, and as I tried to subtly look around class, I noticed many others were in the same boat!
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| My girls relaxing while momma was feeling the burn! |
The class went by quickly, and we targeted arms, legs, bottom, and abs. I left feeling like jello and was so tired last night I could hardly hold Molly and Maddie. It was pretty humbling to think a class focused on tiny muscle movements could have that kind of impact.
I woke up pretty sore this morning, but thankfully I can walk (barely!) and hold babies, so I think we will make it through the day! I was thinking about how long it's been since I've tried something new and challenged myself to get out of my comfort zone. Since having the babies, my "me time" is precious, and I've really just been focused on getting back to my pre-baby weight and back to my running routine since I missed it so much while I was pregnant.
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I will likely go back for another class soon because I want to get stronger and would also like to work on toning some areas that just don't look the same after delivering my sweet babes.
I hope the studio does well in our city, and I would encourage anyone to go try a class. It's unlike any workout you've ever done, and it absolutely accommodates any level of fitness you bring to class.
In the meantime, I'm going to continue hobbling around the house and use yesterday's class as a springboard to continue trying new and challenging activities for myself -- whether it's a workout, cooking, writing, or whatever.
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| A new snack I want to make this week! |
If you're in the Evansville area or have a studio near you, I highly recommend checking out a Pure Barre class. Or, if that's not your thing, just try something new this week. Let's all make an effort to do something just for us that makes us happy.
There are so many scary, negative things happening in our world right now that we need things that allow us to have fun. Let me know what you're venturing out and doing. I'd love some more ideas to try myself!
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| Testing out one of our holiday outfits -- might not fit by Christmas! |
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