#HIIT it today. I haven’t done HIIT in exactly a week, so I was a little scared getting into it. I stayed strong and gave it my all. My legs were giving out, but I finished. I absolutely love this type of #workout because you never know when it’s going to stop and go again. Today’s cardio session was a success. 😅 #exercise #fit #fitspo #fitness #fitnessblender #hiit #highintensityintervaltraining#cardio #cardiovascular #stretch

I’ve been feeling very motivated lately, which I think is a good thing. :) I would’ve finished my workout of the day earlier, but something was cancelled last minute, causing me to wait for something that wasn’t going to happen. Haha, oh well. I’m just glad today was HIIT day. My workout time is cut short this way. :) I did the FitnessBlender video that I dreaded awhile back. My body wasn’t tired, but I was panting, out of breath, and my heart was pounding. I took some breaks, but I didn’t stop. I didn’t do it as well as I would’ve hoped to, but I’ll be working on it! I’ve also been researching, and came across this article that really opened my eyes to types of training. I want to focus more on getting strong instead of looking strong. Sure, I look toner and leaner than I was a few months ago, but my strength and endurance hasn’t been up to par. I want to be able to endure tough routines and put on muscle. If you haven’t already noticed, I’ve been following the Olympics, and the track and field athletes have killer bodies! Take Lolo Jones for example. I think now, I look to her for inspiration. I admire her because she’s very determined. Anyways, my quest is to be the part, not just look it. I don’t think I’ll be picking up sprinting or anything anytime soon, but I’ll work to my greatest potential. :) #Workout #Exercise #Fitness #fitnessblender #HIIT #HighIntensityIntervalTraining #training #athlete #stamina #endurance #strength #goals #stretching #stretch (Taken with Instagram)

I’ve seriously been overdoing my workouts for a long time. I’m glad that I actually digged deeper and did some research to find out what routine is best for me. I’m still tweaking it a bit, but so far so good. I’m actually looking forward to my workouts, I have more energy, and I can now put 110% into my HIIT workouts. I got a real bad misconception of it before, but I’m glad to be heading in the right path now. Due to overtraining, the more rest I get, the more the results catch up. I’ve come to realize that it doesn’t matter what exercise you do. What matters is what you consume and put into your body. I’m more comfortable with myself, surprisingly to say. I hope to see more changes with this new plan. It definitely works well with my schedule and isn’t as time consuming. :) I have also revisited some old music, as you can see, and they really do bring back memories. Great music, right there. #Exercise #fitness #workout #fitnessblender #cooldown #stretch #fullbody #HIIT #highintensityintervaltraining #intervaltraining #intervals (Taken with Instagram)

Today’s #workout was short, but that’s probably what you’re going to see from me from now on. I think that my exercise routines has been excessive and even obsessive, so I’m decreasing it, especially cardio. I’m really going to emphasize on pilates and calisthenics now, since they’re my source of strength training. The reason why I haven’t been feeling or seeing a difference is because I’m overtraining, so I’m switching things up. I hope that this is the better way to head. I already feel like this change will help me learn to not to think of exercise as a sort of a burden. :) I also feel like I focused on the exercises more and put more of my all into it. Let’s see how this goes. #Exercise #Fitness #fitnessblender #HIIT #highintensityintervaltraining #intervaltraining #intervals #cardio #cardiovascular #pilates #butt #glutes #Blogilates #POPPilates (Taken with Instagram)

One of my longer workouts! After Sunday, I’m finally back in the game. These last few days have been slow, but I regained my willpower and motivation. I didn’t feel like I worked out my legs enough after I did two videos (which equaled my daily toning time), so I did more. Now my legs are dead. I’m going to be sore tomorrow, but its worth it. I’m also feeling a lot more comfortable about myself today. :) Go big or go home! #Exercise #Fitness #FitnessBlender #Legs #Glutes #Thighs #Blogilates #Pilates #Toning #HIIT #highintensityintervaltraining #intervals #intervaltraining #Workout (Taken with Instagram)

So this is one of my longer workouts, and I feel good. :) I tried working out yesterday, but the video wouldn’t load. Bleh. Anyways, I did HIIT, abs, and obliques today. I was listening to Maroon 5, like always, and Last Chance is officially added to my list of favorite songs from them. I realized that I love cardio more than strength training too, haha. I just like fast paced things. Anyways, that’s all I have to say in this awkward post. #Exercise #Fitness #Fitnessblender #HIIT #highintensityintervaltraining #intervals #intervaltraining #cardio #cardiovascular #abs #obliques #alist #Blogilates #pilates #toning (Taken with Instagram)

I had THE worst cramps ever during the Ski Conditioning workout, that I had to lay on the floor to regain the strength to stand again. Aaahhh, the pains. The hardest part of that workout were the tricep dips due to my arms being on the weaker side. This #workout is also shorter than my other ones (or it seems like it), but that’s okay. I’ll myself some slack today. I feel great now, and I’m going to enjoy my lunch. :) #Exercise #Fitness #FitnessBlender #legs #glutes #HIIT #HighIntensityIntervalTraining #IntervalTraining #Intervals #cardio #cardiovascular #Blogilates #pilates #toning (Taken with Instagram)

So, this #workout was difficult because I took 3 days off the previous week, meaning I only worked out for 4. I didn’t feel like I was working out hard enough during the first HIIT round, but my drenched up shirt changed my mind. I aim to exercise 5 days a week, and last week, with all the dedication in Zutara Week stuff and vocal lessons, it just caught me off guard. Anyways, I did abs and obliques today, and I feel good. I think its a good comeback routine. :) I’m working hard to see changes in my body, and honestly, working out is a lifestyle to me, so if I go a day without working out (rest days not counted), I feel like I skipped out on a daily task that’s important, like brushing my teeth or showering, haha. #Abs #Obliques #lovehandles #muffintop #pilates #Blogilates #POPPilates #HIIT #HighIntensityIntervalTraining #intervaltraining #Intervals #cardio #cardiovascular #Tabata #Fitness #FitnessBlender #Exercise #toning (Taken with Instagram)

I don’t think I’ve ever sweat this much. I really pushed myself, and by pushed, I mean I told myself to keep going when I wanted to give up or was wanting to take really long breaks. I remember doing Tabata for the first time, and I was dead by the end. This time, this #workout burned A LOT worse, but I felt amazing afterwards. I even fell over a few times (nothing serious), but I got right back up and continued. I was determined to complete this. Since I didn’t want to do something that I had already done, I did 2 new #FitnessBlender videos and an #AmandaRussell video that I’ve never done. These were all based on endurance, and I endured it all. I may have paused a few times, but I didn’t let my mind talk me into giving up. If you’re looking for something new and exciting, I suggest Tabata. It’s intense, but only attempt if you have a solid baseline of cardio. Anyways, it may be too early to say this, but I think I enjoy Tabata, even if it knocks the breath out of me. Today’s routine wasn’t killer, but EXTREMELY KILLER. I’m going to be very sore tomorrow, I know it. #Fitness #Exercise #Tabata #HIIT #HighIntensityIntervalTraining #Intervals #IntervalTraining #Training #Back #Shoulders #Pilates #Blogilates #Toning #Cooldown (Taken with Instagram)

I feel good, dun dun dun dun dun dun dun. I knew that I would, dun dun dun dun dun dun dun. Man, I do seriously feel good after my #workout today. I’m getting back into the game!! I kind of went overboard today because I actually didn’t realize that I’d past what I had originally planned to accomplish. Time wise. Anyways, I am loving the songs, especially from Maroon 5’s new album, Overexposed. I seriously need to get it, even if it means postponing the date of getting a new phone. I just love their songs and them so much. Big fan here, guys. Enough fangirling. I jumped back into doing pilates, and it burned like crazy. It challenged me enough to where the burn felt so good, I wanted to keep continuing. Cassey is an amazing instructor and motivator! I loved today’s routine overall. :) #Fitness #Exercise #FitnessBlender #Pilates #Blogilates #Toning #Butt #HIIT #highintensityintervaltraining #IntervalTraining #Intervals #cardio #maroon5 #overexposed (Taken with Instagram)

To be completely honest, I’ve been getting very discouraged lately. Then I thought about how far I’ve come and why I’m doing this in the first place. Those things really push me. All of you on Instagram motivate me as well. I may have lost some definition and endurance, but I’m getting it back! I’m a huge slacker, so that’s a habit that needs to go away. Today’s #workout felt great, and even though my breaks were longer, I broke a sweat. I’m trying my best to slip back into my routine. Thanks for providing me with motivation. Each and every one of you are inspirations to me. :) #Exercise #Fitness #FitnessBlender #cardio #cardiovascular #legs #thighs #calves #glutes #toning #HIIT #HighIntensityIntervalTraining #IntervalTraining #Intervals (Taken with Instagram)

So, this #workout was killer. It’s my second day jumping back into my workout routine after a one week rest, and I’m feeling good! I took more breaks than usual, but that’s okay. I feel like the week off has let my muscles grow and develop. I can’t wait to see more changes in my body! Hard work really pays off. #exercise #Fitness #FitnessBlender #abs #Obliques #core #cardio #cardiovascular #HIIT #HighIntensityIntervalTraining #IntervalTraining #toning #ToneItUp (Taken with Instagram)

So, I really feel like I hit a plateau and am overworking myself. I don’t seem to be seeing any difference, and I feel tired when doing my usual workout, not to mention my sleep is disturbed. I’m really thinking of taking some time off. Maybe a week. More or less. I don’t want to be couch potato, so I’ll do some light exercises. :) The sooner I rest, the sooner I’ll get back. #Workout #Exercise #HIIT #HighIntensityIntervalTraining #IntervalTraining #Cardio #Cardiovascular #Fitness #FitnessBlender #Tabata (Taken with Instagram)