Beach Body Motivation

 Is it OK to include being a little shallow or into your looks as part of your quest for "Balance of Self?"

 I think so!

As these lovely Victoria's Secret models remind us yearly, Beach season is upon us!

 I'm ashamed to admit that, I've been slacking in the taking care of my body aspect of balancing my life. Which is why I've decided to write this blog post. Life happens and we fall off track; we put our yoga matts, and running shoes aside and spend some time on the couch. But then it happens; mean old nasty cellulite, fat, jiggle and flab starts to creep up on us.

I was complaining to my husband about this. Here is part of our conversation.

Me: "It's just not fair! I only used to workout for a month or so a few times a year and eat healthy some of the time and my body still looked hot. I don't want to have to work out every day!" 
Jeremy: " Sorry, but that's part of life! You had a baby and you are not 22."

Me: "Still not fair. I really like being hot! I don't want to be fat!"

The conversation progresses, "Hulu" me makes an appearance and I decide that I will be fat forever.

Jeremy: "You are hot! You act like there is nothing you can do about getting back in shape. All you have to do is eat healthy and work out for a few weeks and your body is back to perfect! If you stick to your goals you would always be happy with your body!"

Why does he have to be right so often? I hate it!

Beach Body Overhaul: The Plan

Cardio-Vascular Training:

In order to blast fat cardio is a must. "Any time you want reduce fat, cardio needs to be done. Perform any type of cardio that involves a backward swing of your upper legs, such as running, elliptical training, rowing and Spinning." (Kevin Rall, Livestrong.com). One article says 45 minutes, 5 times a week, and another says 60-90 minutes, at least three times a week. Take your pick. 

Here is some cardio motivation!

Muscle Building Exercises:

According to Women's Health Magazine "When your goal is to torch calories in a hurry, the secret is to do sets of two moves back-to-back with no rest. Trainers call this a "superset," and it can increase your metabolic rate by 13 percent.

Plank:

1. Start by lying face down on the ground or use an exercise mat. Place your elbows and forearms underneath your chest.
2. Prop yourself up to form a bridge using your toes and forearms.
3. Maintain a flat back and do not allow your hips to sag towards the ground.

Hold position. If you are a beginner start by attempting to hold for 30 seconds and continue to build up your time.

Target Muscles

1. The Core - Abdominals, Hips, Back

Lunges:

 1. Stand with your feet hip width apart and hold dumbells at your sides.
2. Step forward with your right foot.
3. Bend both knees to lower your body toward the floor.
4. Once your right thigh forms a 90 degree angle and your left knee is an inch above the floor stand and bring your foot back to the starting point
5. After breifly pausing, repeat the lunge with your left leg.

Continue to alternate back and forth until you've done 10 to 12 reps with each leg.

Target Muscles

1. Hamstrings and also your quadriceps. 

Pushups:

1. Kneel. Place your hands flat against the floor in front of you. 

2. Space your arms a little bit wider than shoulder-width apart. 

3. Keep your back and shoulders straight and rigid. 

4. Slowly lower your upper body toward the floor, bending your elbows until your chest almost touches the ground.

5.  Push your body away from the floor, straightening your arms as you do so. 

6. Perform as many repetitions as possible. Rest on your toes instead of your knees to increase the intensity.

Rest on your toes instead of your knees to increase the intensity. 

Worlds Best Ab Workout! No Joke

By doing Debbie Sibers Slim in 6-Pack workout everyday I can always get my six pack back within days! Give it a try. You will love it, mean it!

 I ordered The Brazilian Butt Lift workout from Beach Body. Hopefully it will give me the lifting and toning I want! Will keep you posted on this one.

The Perfect Tan:

For me to feel good in my bikini or naked I need a tan; I hate being pale! However, with the risks of skin cancer and saggy sun damaged skin, I'm going to load up on the SPF! No age spots or wrinkles for this chick please!

It's much classier and healthier to get a tan from an Airbrush Tanning Salon or out of a Bottle.

Air Brush Tanning:

Airbrush tanning, also known as sunless tanning, is a process which uses products containing dihydroxyacetone. This substance reacts with the amino acids in your skin to form a natural looking tan. The tan is initially sprayed on and will continue to darken for approximately 12 hours. For best results you will want someone to apply the tanning mixture with a hand-held airbrush or spray gun. This will help ensure complete and even coverage.

My friend Kristi Buswell, Kristi Buswell Airbrush Makeup & Airbrush Tanning is one of the most beautiful and successful self made women I know, she also provides the best Airbrush Tanning

For an appointment please email or call Kristi Buswell ktbuswell@yahoo.com 979-997-3468

Hopefully this motivates and inspires some! I know I am really ready for my beach body and airbrush tan, so I can look and feel like a Victoria Secret model this summer!