Spin Class Reflection

Spin class on Tuesday was exhilarating. I say this only in retrospect, because, during class I wanted nothing more than to stop climbing the ‘effin hill! Aside from my minor frustration (my lack of leg muscle), it was the best workout I’ve had in weeks. As much as I love Zumba, and am possibly its biggest advocate, it comes no where close to the intensity of cycling. I love the choreographed class and how personalized it is and cycling in a dark room led me to create my own world and landscape. After successfully completing our uphill climb I was able to breathe and create a peaceful downhill scene in my mind. I imagined biking down a mile long hill, with cottages scattered throughout, horse pastures, and fields of golden hay ready to be harvested, with the wind blowing through my hair. It was practically an awarding winning scene!
Visualizing something beautiful while working at such a high intensity made the burn much less noticeable and perfectly bearable. As a first time spinner I believe just being able to complete the class was a huge success. Now, I just have to keep the momentum going and continue to attend until school starts.

[I have not completed a self check on my V sit and push up progress, but that will be completed soon! If nothing else, the lack of progress will be a motivator!]

**If you're unsure of what V-ups are here is a demonstration. Watch at 1:58 :V-Ups

Health Trivia!
Monday I watched Dr. Oz with my mom and learned some incredibly interesting trivia about the best times to eat certain foods. Today’s health trivia is inspired by his show.
10:00 AM FATS- Think nacho cheese/ guacamole/ bacon. It is energy to fuel the body!
1:00PM- CARBS- Increases serotonin (feel good hormones) and decreases cravings for carbs the rest of the day.
2:00PM CHOCOLATE- It provides an energy boost and has small amounts of caffeine to get you through the afternoon slump.
5:00PM ALCOHOL- In low doses it is a stimulant and drinking it early enough in the evening you have time to metabolize it.