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Pregnant & fit-ish: legs

Alright ladies- the last segment in our pregnant & fit-ish journey: Legs!

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Now, I’ll admit- at 37weeks pregnant my workout routine is pretty non-existent. I found a few weeks ago that when I would work out in the morning the rest of my day was SHOT and with a 2 year old and 5 year old, laying around in bed all day really wasn’t an option. I don’t know why this is or why it came on so suddenly, but when it came down to mothering or working out, I couldn’t really skip mothering for the next several weeks… Like I’ve said before in my pregnant and fit-ish posts- listen to your body and do what you feel is best. My body amazed me at keeping up with running/working out for close to 9 months so I guess I’ll cut it some slack these last few weeks.

 

So, other than chasing my littles around, I think my workouts have come to an end until post baby.

 

BUT- this was my go-to leg workout for the last several months. It’ll kick your pregnant booty – just enough 🙂 Now, you can do these with our without weights- whichever you feel most comfortable with.

 

squats x 15

 

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plie/sumo squats x 15

 

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calf raises x 25

 

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clamshells (each side) x 12

 

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Leg lifts (each side) x 12

 

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repeat x 4 (or 5!) times!

 

enjoy the burn!

xox

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Workout pick-me-up

Alright- the honest truth- this week, I am now 34weeks pregnant and I’m lacking motivation. Motivation to shower, get myself dressed, and definitely to work out. The fatigue has set back in, I’m not sleeping well, and let’s face it- around 4:30 every day it’s like I’m suddenly hauling around an incredibly heavy cinder block. Gravity wins by that point every day and my muscles and ligaments just seem to give up.

tank similar here | shorts similar here | shoes

BUT, I’ve told myself, as of today, GET OVER IT! 6 more weeks and I’ve done so well up to this point maintaining a healthy-ish, fit-ish pregnancy so I can’t stop now! What have I said before about one of the ways to get your motivation back when you’ve lost it with working out/running?

New gear! 🙂

Here are some of my favorites right now that are sure to get you motivated if you’ve lost your UMPH like I have!

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1 | 2 | 3 | 4

5 | 6 | 7 | 8

9 | 10 | 11 | 12

13 | 14 | 15 | 16

happy shopping!

xox

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Pregnant & fit-ish : arms

Continuing on our pregnant & fit-ish journey:

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30 weeks and counting people!

On the days I run, I typically do arm day. The incline walking days I do legs. Today we will chat about arm day!

I’ll preface this like I do all our pregnant & fit-ish posts: I am not a doctor, or a professional, or a super fit chick!  Just a mom/gal who likes to sweat to feel better- so, please consult with your doctor if you are pregnant and wanting to start a workout routine.

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Some days I do 10 reps, other days I bump it up to 15. Just depends on the day!

Here are examples of some of them- if you don’t know how to do one that isn’t pictured- just google it and I’m sure you will get tons of examples!:

Inside curls

Outside curls

Hammers

Butterfly

Upright row

Shoulder press

Front raise

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Palms in – shoulder press

Shrugs

– hang your arms by your sides and shrug your shoulders up towards your ears.

Lateral raise

       – same as front raise above except out to your side vs the front

Triceps

Now, what I am comfortable with, may be completely different than what you are comfortable with! The main thing is keeping your heart rate in check (Can you talk in a complete sentence?) Staying hydrated, and not overdoing it! As my doctor told me, think more reps, less weight. Longer distance, less incline & speed. etc. But please—consult with your doctor and figure out what is best for you and your babe!

There have been weeks I’ve done nothing and weeks I’ve worked out every day- I just listen to my body and go with it!

 

happy arm day!

xox

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workout motivation ootd

Pants | Top | Shoes | Watch | Sunglasses
Nothing gets me more motivated to work out than some new workout gear! It’s the middle of March- and the first day of SPRING- so you may still be going strong with your new year’s resolution or you may be starting to lose some ‘oomph’. Well, my advice, tell yourself, “if I do all my work outs this week- I can treat myself to a new outfit!” Or, buy it before and then tell yourself you can only wear it if you go do your workout! Works for me, every time 🙂

What I love about this ootd the most, are these pants! They are the best for mainly one reason- they have a pocket on the leg, on each side! Perfect for your keys, phone, and/or some cash/card. I wore these to the zoo the other day and they were a lifesaver! I always had my money and phone within easy reach without having to dig into the stroller in my backpack for them. The top- have you seen cuter detailing?

 

 

happy workouts!

xox

aj

–Let us know what kind of workouts or features you would like to see in our ‘energy’ section on juniper lemons!

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evolve – love in action

 

You saw on one of our 3v3’s from a few weeks ago that I put a pair of workout pants as one of my new favorite things/ current obsessions. I had the pleasure of meeting the founder and owner of the company a few weeks ago, where he told me all about his new company and the causes they support. I loved him, his vision, his passion- and now that I’ve had the chance to try out the clothing, I love them as well!

Here is a little bit about them:

evolve partners with non-profit organizations committed to social justice and the quest to end poverty. Each item purchased includes a social giveback, from two days of school for a girl escaping the sex trade in Bangkok to a personal hygiene kit for a homeless youth in San Diego.

I have now worn them for a few runs and a few ‘running errands days’. I love them- and I am picky about my workout gear. They not only fit great, breathe well, and make my butt look perkier than reality- but for every item purchased, they give back to the community!

I will be adding several more pieces from their collection to my closet, soon!

xox

aj

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