Summer Weight Workout

As you get older, you realize weights are more and more of your friend. Throughout the years I have always been more of a cardio person (and still am for the most part), but I quickly came to realize I need weights in my workout to keep me fit, healthy & toned. I certainly enjoy the peacefulness I get with running or walking, but weights are what is going to get me to love the body that I want. I encourage everyone to lift weights as they get older. For nothing more than to keep you from aging faster than you need to.

Note: I love food and a good glass of wine so not working out is NOT an option for me!

This is a simple workout routine* below that anyone can do and it takes no more than 45min to an hour to complete. It should be done 3x a week with alternating cardio days - biking, jogging, walking. Enjoy!

Warm Up	Jog for 6 min
Stretch	Bridge - 90 sec.	Plank - 90 sec.
Alternate 3x Each
Chest Press	20lbs	12 reps
Lunges w/ weighted ball	12lb Ball	8 Lunges Each Leg
Alternate 3x Each
Lat Pulldown	40lbs	12 reps
Squat Machine	40lbs	10 reps
Alternate 3x Each
Shoulder Press	10lbs	12 reps
Step Ups (kick Machine)	25lbs	12 Reps Each Leg
Alternate 3x Each
Bicep Curls	20lbs	12 reps
Lift - Romanian Dead Lift	30lbs	12 reps
Alternate 3x Each
Tricep Extension	15lbs	12 reps
Abs/Leg Lifts Over Head		10 reps

*Please make sure to check with your doctor before beginning a workout regime. This workout is based on my height & weight so tweak it to your comfort zone so no injuries occur.

Happy 4th!

Happy 4th of July! (...a little late)

I have to say this has been a great summer so far! I've gotten a little slack lately from friends for not being more up to date on my blog, but my intention was to take a bit of a break while enjoying much needed family time :) We've settled into our new neighborhood, gotten through a busy year of school, and quite frankly are enjoying the down time. Pool dates, Farm visits, BBQs with friends, bike rides on the weekends, and Friday night pizza with the kids. Its been wonderful. 

I feel very blessed with all that I have right now - grateful for our health, family, & happiness. These things we should never take for granted. Its easy to loose sight of whats important when life gets "in the way", but its important to remember all the good that is around us and the new friends that just might be around the corner!

I hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July with their own families! As we're quickly approaching August, our family vacation, & Back to School, I have some fun posts coming up. Stay tuned!