Since yesterday was Pi day I posted a recipe instead of a workout, but don’t think that I forgot about it for this week! We all will need this core workout to work off all the pie we ate celebrating pi day yesterday, haha!
This workout only take 15 minutes! Keep good form, no excuses, just do it!
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If you have been around Looking Joli Good for any amount of time, you know that I love Jillian Michaels! I’m pretty sure we are best friends, she just doesn’t know about it. 😉
Do you think you are ready to tackle one of her work outs? I have faith in you, you can do it! This is Level 1 of her 30 Day Shred. (There are 3 levels total, each a bit harder than the previous level.) Even though this is one of her older workouts, it is still a really good one and I love it! Ready? No excuses, just do it!
Don’t forget to keep good form and do the warm up before and stretch out with Jillian after the exercises, you’ll need it!
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What is a diet? Whether you are consciously on a “weight loss diet”or not, you still have a diet. A diet can easily be explained as the “set of food rules that you follow for yourself.” Most of us seem to want weight loss at one point or another in our lives. Is there a magic food formula? Unfortunately, still NO! We are not all genetically the same, so what is right for one person is not necessarily best for someone else.
While obesity is a major factor in a lot of diseases, it is better to focus on health at every size. Health should not just be a weight goal, but a lifestyle: lots of physical activity, regular meals, good social support. Instead of just focusing on weight loss, focusing on healthy outcomes such as less cancer, heart disease, and longer life with better quality.
Losing weight, while it is not easy, isn’t actually the hardest part. Maintaining that weight loss is trickier. Overly restrictive diets are hard to maintain. I am not saying that you have to change everything about your current diet, but sometimes just making small changes here and there make big differenced in the long run.
Studies have shown that something as simple as keeping track of your weight on a consistent basis helps with weight loss. As well, keeping a food journal can actually double your overall weight loss! I write down everything I eat, whether good or bad to keep myself accountable and aware of what I am actually eating. I think this is the #1 thing that has helped me to lose weight and I am hoping it will help me to maintain this weight loss in the future.
Most of us don’t overeat because we are hungry, we over eat because we are in the habit of overeating. Some times simple changes like putting the cookies and snacks away in the closet and instead having fruit and veggies easily accessible can make healthy dietary choices easier without being overly conscious of the change.
Also, leave room for flexibility! Make good choices 80% of the time and let yourself have a bit of indulge every once in a while. Healthy is a longterm lifestyle, not a short term quick fix.
The first time I watched this video by Dr Mike Evens I started taking notes! I love the way that the vastness and confusion of “healthy eating” and “diets” is broken down into smaller bites (pun totally intended. :-))
“Dr. Mike Evans is a staff physician at St. Michael’s Hospital and an Associate Professor of Family Medicine. He is a Scientist at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute and has an endowed Chair in Patient Engagement and Childhood Nutrition at the University of Toronto.
Written, Narrated and Produced by Dr. Mike Evans
Illustrations by Liisa Sorsa
Directed, Photographed and Produced by Nick de Pencier
Editor, David Schmidt
Story/Graphic Facilitator, Disa Kauk
Production Assistant, Chris Niesing
Director of Operations, Mike Heinrich”
You can also check out the other interesting health information he has on his website by clicking HERE.
I know I personally feel so much better overall when I eat healthier, not just physically but mentally as well. What do you think about overall health over weight?
If you would like to read more about my journey from flab to fab click HERE.
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We have completed two months of this new year, can you believe it?! How are things going with your new years resolutions? Have you been eating well and working out? If not, today is a great day to start!
This 10 minute workout focuses on the arms. You’ll need 2 sets of weights: a light and heavier set. I prefer to use 3 and 8 lbs weights, but if you only have 3 and 5 lbs that works out fine as well.
Remember, keep good form, warm up before and stretch after you exercises! No excuses, just do it!
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What will you need? Good supportive athletic shoes, that’s it.
No warm up for this workout, it starts right up with the circuit. Each of the fourteen parts is done for 30 seconds and repeated through twice for a total of three times.
Workout:
1. Jumprope
2. Butt Kicks
3. High Knees
4.Alternating Knee Strikes
5. Jumping Jacks
6. Fast Feet
7. Skiers
8. Skaters
9. Plié Hops
10. Cross Jacks
11.Upper Cuts
12. Towel Runs Right then Left
13. Hooks Right then Left
14. Burpees (I HATE burpees, but then again, who doesn’t.)
Repeat twice.
Cool Down/Stretches
I love this workout. I think that because each of the moves only lasts for 30 seconds it is much more tolerable and enjoyable!
Follow along with me as I journey from Flab to FAB!
I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!
Here is one of my very favorite Jillian Micheals quotes:
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Initially, I found Jillian Michaels’ approach to exercise and dieting highly motivational. Her intense workouts and strict dietary guidelines pushed me to achieve remarkable physical results, which fueled my motivation and determination. I embraced her no-nonsense attitude and believed that pushing my body to its limits was the only way to achieve success. However, as time went on, I began to realize that this approach was taking a toll on my mental health. The relentless pursuit of physical perfection and the constant pressure I placed on myself led to feelings of anxiety, guilt, and a distorted body image. It was then that I decided to change my perspective and adopt a more balanced and loving approach to my body. By prioritizing self-compassion, listening to my body’s needs, and embracing acceptance, I discovered a newfound sense of mental well-being. This shift in thinking allowed me to find joy in movement, cultivate a positive relationship with my body, and ultimately, achieve a healthier and more sustainable approach to overall well-being.
All food is not created equal. Unfortunately the two hundred calories from a Little Debbie Snack Cake are not equal to the 200 calories in steamed veggies. I really wish that this was not true! I really wish that my body would use the calories from desserts the same way it uses the veggies.
Despite having met my goal weight, I still have good days and bad days. Some days I want to eat an entire bag of skittles all by myself…the big bag, while other days I will stick to my healthy food plan no problem. The important thing is that I don’t let the mess up days keep me from being successful the next time.
I saw this video a while back and I love how it shows the comparison between the different foods. It perfectly shows how equal doesn’t mean equal!
Thank you for continuing to journey with me from flab to fab! If you would like to read more posts about this journey click HERE!
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Whenever I find something (or someone) new that I love, I want to share it.
My sister recently recommended Marnie Goldberg’s YouTube channel to me. I have been binge watching her videos. Check out her channel by clicking HERE.
I love that she is a little older, so her recommendations are more applicable to me than someone who is closer to their 20’s. She also has a large senior Weimaraner named Bosley that has a great personality. Her videos are great! Go check her out!
If you would like, checkout her blog by clicking HERE. Here is the link to her Instagram account Msgoldgirl.
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This routine combines the best 10 exercises to burn calories, do each for 30 seconds with a 10 second rest in between in order for the workout to be effective. This circuit should take 7 minutes challenge yourself by repeating it two or three times.
Remember to always keep your ab muscles contracted, keep good form warm up before and stretch afterwards! No excuses, just do it!
1. Jumping Jacks
2. Wall Sit
3. Push-Up
4. Abdominal Crunch
5. Step-Up onto Chair
6. Squat
7. Triceps Dip On Chair
8. Plank
9. High Knees Running In Place
10. Lunge
I originally read about this workout on CNN Life. If you would like to check it out for yourself click HERE!
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What will you need?
Just like workout 1, workout 3 is focused on the front of the body. It incorporates some yoga moves as well as strength training. Right away you will notice that the workout is more intense than 1+2, but you will also notice how much stronger you already are.
Where can you expect to be sore the next day?
The workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which are repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition. Some of these things are harder to name/explain.
Warm-up
Cardio -1 minute Rock Star Jumps-repeat circuit 1
Cardio -1 minute Plyo jump with knee grab-repeat circuit 2
Cardio -1 minute-Running Man-repeat circuit 3
Cardio -1 minute- ZigZag Jumps-repeat circuit 4
Cool Down/Stretches
As usual I was super sore from the workouts the first two days, (Once again, I woke up in the middle of the night in pain because I rolled over and my muscles were so sore from the workout!) but thankfully, after that not much at all. I knew I was going to be sore, so I took motrin before going to bed. 🙂
I will write a detailed review of Cardio 2 soon. (I LOVE Cardio 2).
If you are interested in my review of Workouts 1-5 and Cardio 1 click HERE.
Follow along with me as I journey from Flab to FAB!
I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!
Here is one of my very favorite Jillian Micheals quotes:
I’d love for you to follow me on Instagram Lookingjoligood and on Facebook Lookin Joli Good
Initially, I found Jillian Michaels’ approach to exercise and dieting highly motivational. Her intense workouts and strict dietary guidelines pushed me to achieve remarkable physical results, which fueled my motivation and determination. I embraced her no-nonsense attitude and believed that pushing my body to its limits was the only way to achieve success. However, as time went on, I began to realize that this approach was taking a toll on my mental health. The relentless pursuit of physical perfection and the constant pressure I placed on myself led to feelings of anxiety, guilt, and a distorted body image. It was then that I decided to change my perspective and adopt a more balanced and loving approach to my body. By prioritizing self-compassion, listening to my body’s needs, and embracing acceptance, I discovered a newfound sense of mental well-being. This shift in thinking allowed me to find joy in movement, cultivate a positive relationship with my body, and ultimately, achieve a healthier and more sustainable approach to overall well-being.
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