Fitness Friday: Body Image

So I've been contemplating this post for a while now and after a recent beach session I figured I may as well get on with it.

Most of you should already know that I'm a mother to three crazy/awesome/wonderful kids.  Some of you may also know that I dabbled in modeling and gogo dancing in my prime.  But here's something that none of  you know:

I've struggled with my body image issues through it all.

Let's take a look back, shall we?  And please excuse the excess of skin, facial expressions, and vulgar hand gestures.

2003:

Skinnocent = skinny + innocent

2004:

A little thicker

2005:

Still uncomfortable in my skin

2006:

April - A little thinner

June - Gained a lot of weight

2007:

Pregnant

2008:

2009:

2010:

2011:

2012:

2013:

Sorry if I just made you throw up.  Lol.  Anyway, as you can see, my weight has fluctuated quite a bit throughout the years.  It's been like that since the 8th grade but it still bothers me when I notice myself gaining weight.

Since having kids, I've gotten a little more of a belly than I used to have.  I'm sure there are a LOT of other moms who will tell you - that pouch is damn near impossible to get rid of!  At first I was disgusted with my body.  Every time I saw myself in the mirror I would get depressed.  I would cover up as much as possible and would be ashamed to wear a bathing suit in public.

It wasn't until I went back home to Hawaii and saw everyone and their mothers baring it all that I regained my confidence.  I got back my "idgaf" attitude and started wearing monokinis, then got back into two piece bikinis.
 
No, I don't have a flat stomach and tiny waist, and yes, I do have some stretch marks - so what?   I've never been a healthy eater (I love my bacon) and I'm not really an athletic person (is blogging a sport yet?) but I'm working on it!

Moral of the story:  love yourself, no matter what.  Body image isn't everything.

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Takeover Tuesday: Change It Up

So I've been wanting to change my look (yes, again) lately but I'm not sure on how to go about doing it.  All I know is that I'm bored with myself and need to do something about it!

Thankfully, my girl Zara had a few tips to share with me:

Tips to Get a Dramatic Change in Your Appearance

Have you ever looked in the mirror, and wished you dint look like you did? We would not like to accept it, but each of us has, at least once. So for those of you’ll who have been planning that ‘new-year look’ for the past couple of years, or have been pondering over that makeover for quite a long time now, it’s about time. That time is NOW.

Hair:

Remember, there’s nothing better than gorgeous hair. So go ahead and experiment. Cut your hair short and if it already is, you could get bangs. Try highlights or streaks of a colour that you never thought you would. Straighten, curl and crimp your hair. For hair that lacks shine, here is a weird but effective tip, dab your hair with beer. 

Makeup:

Makeup is known to transform your appearance within a matter of minutes! Focus on the following aspects:

Eyes – This is the most prominent part of the face. Eye make-up can make a world of a difference! Use mascara to make your eyelashes look longer. Line your eyes with kohl and your eyelids with some eyeliner. You can experiment with different colours or sparkle. But, don’t overdo this.

Lips – Always make sure to keep your lips well moisturised. Chapped lips are a huge turn-off. For those who want the perfect pout, use a plumping lip balm. Red lipstick is another win-win.

Skin – Follow the routine: Cleanse, Tone, Exfoliate, and Moisturise. For a dramatic look, you may use bronzer or blush. 

Clothing:

Dress in accordance to the season or occasion. You don’t want to wear that gorgeous sweater in the midst of March. Keep up with the latest trends and try to incorporate them into your wardrobe. Choose colours and patterns that best compliment your complexion.

Shoes:

You are as good as the shoes you wear! Remember your footwear can make or break your entire attire. So keep a whole range of them available at all times. Flip flops, sandals, stilettoes, sneakers or pumps, you got to have one of each kind! 

Accessories:

Accessories can make old outfits look new, if worn wisely. They may range from leather clutches, statement neckpieces, cocktail rings, signature handbags or elegant earrings. They are cost effective must-haves because they can be worn with innumerable outfits in different styles. 

Workout:

Although a more long term tip, it is the most effective. Working out not only shapes the body but also leads to a healthy glow in the face. It ensures fitness. So join the gym or yoga class and trust me, the end result will be worth the wait!

Cosmetic surgery:

For those who aren’t willing to wait and want instant results, this is a good idea. With the drastic developments being made in the field of cosmetology, surgery of any kind is an investment you won’t regret.

About the Author:

This guest post is contributed by Zara,financial guest blogger. At present she is focusing on  PPI Claims

 . Catch her @financeport

Now I don't know about you, but I've got some good ideas now on what to do with my boring old self. Maybe a haircut and a little color?  Maybe a little shoe shopping?  Maybe a little of all of the above?  Lol.

Don't forget to come back later for "What I Wore Wednesday"!!

♥ Duckie.

Fitness Friday: And the Bass Keeps Runnin' Runnin'

Let's get it started!

HAH!

Let's get it started!

In here!

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Sooooooooo...sorry for the lack of a fitness post last week!  You should know by now that our house has been down with the sickness.  And if you don't know, you better READ UP!

Anyway, I've actually been really proud of myself lately because I've been running!  Yes, ME!  The non-runner!  Yup, this is cause for celebration.

Okay so I only ran about 4 times in these past two weeks but hey, that's something right?  Baby steps, remember!

So, you wanna know the secret to my running success?  You do?!  Okay, here it is:

  Run after your kids.

Trust me.

Take your kids and their bikes with you and run after them while they ride.  You CANNOT get lazy chasing after kids on a bike!  You have to keep up with them in case they crash, get too far ahead, go into a dark area, etc.

This is the best type of training system EVER.

Some of you may be saying, "What about me?  I don't have kids."

Borrow some.

Did you know that there are some crazy folks out there who will pay you to borrow their kids?  It's this weird thing called babysitting.  Go figure, huh?!  So you single, non-parents can get paid to work out!  Genius.

So what about you?  Do you have any workout secrets??  Spill it!

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Fitness Friday: Show Me Your Goals

Oh, hey girl, hey!

Welcome to the second Fitness Friday of 2013!

Have you been keeping on track with your fitness goals and resolutions so far?

I hope you got some inspiration and motivation from Nicole's post last week like I did!

It's still early in the year so don't stress if you haven't got the whole fitness thing down yet. Like Nicole said, start off with planning what you want to gain (or lose) from your fitness journey this year and write it down.

Here's a list of my fitness goals for this year:

>> Run - I've never been a huge runner but there are so many benefits to running and I'd like to be able to join a 5k or something during the year without embarrassing myself.

>> Drink More Water - Baby steps...I'm not about to swear off junk food just yet but drinking water will clean out my system a lot faster and fill me up so I shove less junk down my throat!

>> Get Active - Those who know me will tell you that I am in no way a gym rat or workout guru! I know just by watching those infomercials that I'll probably never fall into the P90x or Insanity routines. That just isn't me. I do like going for walks, hiking, jumping on the trampoline, Zumba, dancing, and water sports so doing the things I love more often will help me accomplish this goal and maybe motivate me to take on other things!

>> Don't Quit - This should be on everyone's list! Sticking to your goals throughout the year is tough, I know. But the best way to stay motivated is to find a support system, which Is what Nicole and I are here for!

Now its your turn! Did you finish your fitness goal list yet? 1. My fitness goals for this year are:_________________________________________.

2. I know I can accomplish this by:___________________________________________.

3. I'll keep myself motivated by:_____________________________________________.

4. The toughest goal on my list is:___________________________________________.

5. My motto this year is:__________________________________________________.


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Fitness Friday: La-di-da-di, we like Pilates!

It's finally Fridayyyyyyyy!  Tuesday felt like a false Friday, and Wednesday was a false Sunday so I'm just glad that today is an actual Friday and I have 2 whole days off instead of just one.

Now, I don't know about you guys, but when it comes to working out and exercising, it's all about convenience.  If I have to go out of my way to set aside time and money to go to a gym or something to work out, I'm probably not going to do it most of the time - which is probably why I do not subscribe to a gym.

I work full time, Monday through Friday, from 8am to 5pm, usually without taking a lunch.  I also have 3 kids who need help with homework and need dinner to be made.  And lastly, I'm a full-time online student studying towards my Bachelor's degree.

All these things take up most of my time throughout the week so I really do enjoy my days off.  I would much rather take my kids to the park or to a beach to swim than to go to a class on a Saturday.  Its just not convenient for me to wake up early on a Saturday (or any day off for that matter), leave my kids, and drive to a studio for a class.  You have to agree that spending a day at the beach is much better than working out, right?  Right.  So let's do both.

I mentioned this printout in one of my previous posts and I've been doing these exercises sporadically since April.  They're easy to do when you're lounging around and working on your tan at the beach, pool, lake, park...you get the idea.

The beauty of Pilates is that it's not about how many reps you can do but how focused and precise you are with each exercise.  Quality over quantity.  The key to getting the most out of these exercises is to keep your mind concentrated, your body controlled, and your core centered - you know, focus on those lovely abs that you'll eventually have.  Just keep thinking to yourself:  "Concentrate, control, core...concentrate, control, core..."

Understand that Pilates is not a fat blasting, muscle bulking type of system but it will help tone your muscles, improve your flexibility, and increase your stamina (so have your guy to get in on it too).  I've done Pilates before and I noticed that I could run farther than I did before starting Pilates and I had much more energy throughout the day.

I encourage you to print this for yourself and carry it around with you (I keep mine in my purse) so you can use it when it's convenient for you!  And if you're at the beach, you'll be able to jump into the water and cool off once you're done!  Win/win, right!?


This week I did the vagina arm exercises I posted about last week, walked a mile, did some Pilates at the beach, and did some barre exercises while washing dishes.

The hardest part was the pushups and plank rows - OMG!

My greatest accomplishment this week was that my arms didn't fall off of my body and I've been drinking more water.

Okay, I felt guilty because I ate pasta four days in a row this week - holy crap.

Next week I'm gonna try to eat healthier and do some cardio!








You know the drill:  copy, paste, fill in your own answers and link up!  And if you're interested in doing a guest post here for an upcoming Fitness Friday, let me know!



♥ Duckie.

Fitness Friday: Vagina Arms.

Yes, you heard it right.  Due to the comments and responses I got from yesterday's post, I've decided to indulge on the subject of well...


Vagina Arms.

Va-gi-na Arm \və-ˈjī-nə\ \ˈärm\  When the skin of an armpit folds to resemble a vagina.

I'm sure all you ladies know what I'm talking about, right?  If you're still clueless, here are a few examples of Vagina Arms:

 
Now, I don't know about every single one of you ladies but I for one love to wear vagina arm exposing clothing (halters, camis, tube tops, etc.) but hate having to constantly fix and tuck that extra fat back into my top.  You feel me, right?


So I did some in depth research (you know, google'd and youtube'd it) and found a great video on exercises that we (because I know I'm not alone on this one) can do to tone that area and shed those vagina arms!






The key to getting rid of those vagina arms is to work on that area.  Just like sit ups target your abdomen and help you lose belly fat, these arm exercises will help to tone and shed that unwanted armpit fat that causes you to get vagina arms.


As always, copy and fill in the blanks below with your answers, post to your own blog, and link up!


This week I went running and did some yoga poses at the park.

The hardest part was telling myself to keep going even though I was about to die.

My greatest accomplishment this week was getting my sweat on after being sick all last week.

Okay, I felt guilty because I ate fried chicken after running.

Next week I'm gonna try to do some Bodyrock workouts even though I'm terrified to start again!




♥ Duckie.

Fitness Friday: Raising the barre.

No, I didn't forget about Fitness Friday this time.  Okay, maybe a little.  But not really.  I was actually planning on posting it earlier but thought I should leave a little time between my last post and this one.  Oh, and I kinda lost track of time going through my blog roll and finding new blogs.  So if you're a new reader wondering who the heck I am and why in the world did I follow and/or comment your blog, WELCOME!

Alright now if you're not a new reader and you just want me to get on with the post already then fine.

So first off, high five if you know what a barre is!  If you're sitting there with your hand down, a barre is a dance term for...well basically a bar.  No, not the kind of bar you get plastered in.  You know, the horizontal pole that ballet dancers use for their warm up exercises.  Yeah, yeah, get your mind out of that gutter.

Anyway, I used to dance (you know, a millennium ago) and barre exercises really helped me with my balance, posture, strength, and form.  Even though I don't dance anymore, I still do some barre exercises every day at home.  I mentioned it in my mash-up tag vlog.

Here's a little video I found that kind of explains the sort of exercises and stretches done at the barre:




I tried to find a routine that you could follow, but sadly I couldn't find one that you wouldn't have to pay or subscribe to watch.  But if you are interested in learning more about ballet barre workouts, there are some programs and classes that you can take.  Or if you want I could post my own quick and easy routine that I do at home (comment below and let me know).

This week I didn't really do much exercising because I was sick (boohoo, right?).

The hardest part was going in to work even though I felt awful.

My greatest accomplishment this week was I was basically on a liquid diet because I was sick.

Okay, I felt guilty because I started feeling better last night and took the kiddies on a cheesy, greasy, pasta date.

Next week I'm gonna try to get back to doing some Bodyrock workouts as well as drink more water.




Now its your turn!  You know the drill, copy and paste the five things above, add in your own answers, and link up!





♥ Duckie.

Fitness Friday

Thank the bejeezus it's Friday!  And not only Friday, but Fitness Friday!  

This time around I'd like to give you something a little different.  As you know, a few bloggers and I have been doing the Bodyrock.tv workouts.  If you don't know what that is, you should head on over to Bodyrock.tv and check it out!  But I know that Bodyrock may not be for everyone.  I like to alternate my workouts and incorporate different things into my routine (Zumba, running, etc.) so that its not so stagnant.

So for those of you who have been following this little blog of mine (you guys are awesome, btw) you know that Fitness Friday is a way for you to link up and share your fitness post with everyone, right?  Well why aren't you linking up then?  Lol.  Okay, okay.  I know writing a post about fitness/health/exercise can be a little out of your blog's comfort zone so I've decided to make it easy for you.  How, you ask?  Well what's easier than fill in the blanks!

From now on all you have to do is copy&paste this little questionnaire and post it on your blog.  It's not long so you don't have to dedicate a whole post to fitness if you don't want to (but I encourage you to elaborate on it).  But at least it allows you to participate in the link up so we can get to know you, ask questions about how you "get your fitness on", and support you!  And if you already dedicate a post to fitness anyway, please link up!

This week I (ex: ran a mile everyday, did days 3-7 of the Bodyrock challenge, started a diet, hiked, biked, danced, etc.).

The hardest part was (ex: when my legs started to give up on me, doing all those burpees, resisting the temptation to order a Big Mac).

My greatest accomplishment this week was (ex: I lost an inch in my waist, I ran 3 miles nonstop, I tried a new routine and loved it, etc.).

Okay, I felt guilty because (ex: I ate a whole pack of Oreos, I was skipped on Wednesday, I didn't push myself hard enough because I was busy staring at the hot guy next to me, etc.).

Next week I'm gonna try (ex: to cut down on junk food, a new routine, to drink more water, etc.)

See?  Only five questions.  Easy peasy.  So please copy&paste these questions to your blog, add your answers, and come back and link up and share with us!




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Fitness Friday: Sometimes I Run

Hooray for another fitness Friday!  And if you're not into the fitness thing, then hooray because its just Friday (which is "hooray" worthy in itself)!

So as you may or may not know, I hate running.  I suck at it.

But...Sometimes I run.  Sometimes I hide, sometimes I'm scared of you.  But all I really want is to hold you tight...  Okay, you had to know that was coming.  And btw I was listening to 90's songs all last night so I've got Britney Spears songs going through my brain right now.

The only time I can run is when I'm in the mood and have my earphones in and playlist on.  What?  You want to talk to me while we're running?  Fuhgeddaboudit!  I don't need conversation, I need motivation!

That being said, I thought I'd share just a few of the songs that are on my workout playlist.  And it is no surprise my playlist title is "Werrrrrk".  So here they are, in no particular order because I like to shuffle, ball, change it up.  Yeah, sorry for the geeky dance reference.


Song + Artist

Rompe - Daddy Yankee
Shake - Pitbull & Ying Yang Twins
Upgrade You - Beyonce ft. Jay Z
Gasolina - Daddy Yankee
Birthday Cake (remix) - Rihanna ft. Chris Brown
Pump It - Black Eyed Peas
Salt Shaker - Ying Yang Twins
Work It - Missy Elliot
Move Your Body - Beyonce
Get Up - Ciara
Shots - LMFAO ft. Lil Jon
Toma - Pitbull
Church - T-Pain
Beez in the Trap - Nicki Minaj
Run It - Chris Brown
Drop it Low - Ester Dean
The Motto - Drake
Stupid Hoe - Nicki Minaj
Whip My Hair - Willow Smith
Dance (Ass) Remix - Big Sean ft. Nicki Minaj
My Chick Bad - Ludacris
Who's that Chick - Rihanna
Run the World - Beyonce
Gimme Dat - Ciara
Lose My Breath - Destiny's Child
My Humps - Black Eyed Peas
OMG - Usher
Work - Missy Elliot
1,2 Step - Ciara
Buttons - Pussycat Dolls
Crazy In Love - Beyonce
Blow - Ke$ha
S&M - Rihanna
Single Ladies - Beyonce
Lose Control - Missy Elliot
Bottle Pop - Pussycat Dolls
Freak-a-Leek - Petey Pablo
Hey Ya! - Outkast
There it Go - Juelz Santana
Ms. New Booty - Bubba Sparx

Okay, so I showed you mine, now you show me yours!  What are some tracks on your workout playlist?  Link up and let's swap!




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Fitness Friday

Oh haaaaaayyyy!  Welcome to the very first FITNESS FRIDAY!  This is your chance to share your weekly fitness accomplishments as well as to support other bloggers in their fitness journey!

If you've been following my blog for some time now, you'd know that I'm not the most physically fit person in the world.  I don't work out consistently, I don't eat healthy, I don't even drink a lot of water.  I'm the kind of girl that says "I need to work out!" but never really does.  And when I do get motivation to start working out it usually fizzes out within a week or so.  But not anymore!

Since last Friday's post about me slacking off (again) I worked out all weekend to try and catch up.  It totally kicked my flabby ass.  I mentioned in Tuesday's post that my butt was hurting so bad that it literally hurt to sit down - especially on a hard surface like the toilet seat!

I've been doing my best to keep up with the Bodyrock challenge this week but I also skipped a couple of workouts and substituted them for Zumba, speed walking, playing basketball with Joey, etc.  I think doing any sort of physical activity is good for you.  I get bored with doing the same routine or program for too long so by switching it up, I can stay active and still work towards my fitness goals doing things that I enjoy.

This weekend I plan to push myself harder as I did last weekend because it really did help me out.  Because my weekdays are so crazy, I don't have as much spare time to work out as I do on weekends.  Plus feeling the burn on Monday and Tuesday hurts soooo bad but makes me feel soooo good.  Does that make me masochistic?

Now it's your turn!  What was your greatest fitness accomplishment this week?  Did you fall behind a little?  What routines/programs did you follow?  Link up and let us know!  Let's support each other!  And please don't forget to visit and follow my wonderful fitness support team:  Nicole and Stephanie!!

Fitness Friday (or lack of)

Alright, alright I'll admit it:  I've been slacking with my workouts lately.  I won't bore you with excuses so just know that I do plan to go extra hard this weekend to catch up.  On a more positive note, I have been eating a lot better this week (okay, except for Wednesday night when I made 3 cheese stuffed pasta shells - in case you didn't know, I'm a cheese-oholic) and have been snacking a lot less and also have been drinking more water.

So far I've done days 1 & 2 of the Bodyrock challenge this month.  I watched day 3 & 4 but haven't actually done them yet.  I mean c'mon, Day 3 looks intense!  I'm extremely nervous to start that one and I know I'll be feeling the burn of that workout for days to come so wish me luck!  I'll be doing days 3 & 4 tonight and I'll be doing days 1 & 2 (and maybe 3) of week 2 over this weekend.  I haven't watched week 2's workout videos yet but I'm sure they're intense because of the Burn & Sculpt workouts.  Omfg I'm going to need a wheelchair by Monday.

Here's a sneak peek of what I'll be doing this weekend, and it's only the burn half of the workout!  The sculpt half is an entirely different video.





See, aren't you sweating bullets too!?  Not because you actually did it - but because you're super intimidated!  No?  Just me then?  Well, so much for relaxing this weekend.  It'll be worth it in the end though.  I hope.

And guesssssss whaaaaaat??  We're starting a link up!  Yup, just for you and your body!

I've noticed lately that a lot of bloggers have been trying to get (back) into shape so what better way to do it than by joining up with others.  We may not all be at the same level, we may not even like to do the same types of routines, but we're working to accomplish the same goal of being fit and healthy so the main purpose of this link up is:  SUPPORT!

From personal experience, I've learned that sometimes you just need that extra push (or shove) to do better.  Motivation leads to determination, so let's motivate each other to do better and push ourselves harder!  Plus we can all laugh at our injuries and sore muscles, and then complain that it hurts too much to laugh. (Better get your laughs out now!)

So go out, work out, and then link up with us next Friday!  All you have to do is give us an update on your progress.  Easy, right?  Post about what you did during the week (workout, diet, marathon, etc.) and share your progress with us!

Also, please go and follow Nicole aka Miss Bodyrock and the newest recruit to our little Bodyrock Bloggers group, Stephanie!  

Hope you guys have a fantastic Friday and a wonderful weekend!  And also a Happy Mother's Day to all the baby mammas out there!  Word.  Oh, and don't forget to check out yesterday's guest post HERE by the wonderful Erin!  I've said it before and I'll say it again:  She's amazing!

Fit and Fabulous Friday

Today is faaaaaaaabulous!  Why?  Because it's payday.  Haha.  C'mon, you can't tell me that you don't think paydays are fabulous days!

It is also my brother's birthday!  (Even though he doesn't read this - or probably doesn't even know I blog)  Happy Birthday John-a-thon!  Lol.  Okay, okay, his real name is Jonathan but people always seemed to spell his name wrong when we were growing up.  John-a-thon was by far the funniest.

Btw, I totally had to google his name to find a picture of him.  He went to college in Boston after high school and has been there ever since so we barely get to see each other and don't communicate very often because our schedules are so different.  I don't really even know how old he is today...He's about 2 years younger than me, so that'd make him 24 today??  Since I'll be (ahem) 26. 

Anyway, happy birthday bro-chacho!  Hope you're doing wonderfully out there in Boston and hope we're able to get together again soon!  The kids will be sending you cards this weekend, so check your mail.

So I'm also feeling fabulous today because of another reason:  I worked out this morning!  (GASP!!)  I know, right!?  Shocking, but true!  Motivated once again by Nicole (this girl is a workout beast!) and feeling guilty about failing her dare in March, I decided to give it another go this month!

I had planned to work out last night but by the time we got home it was late and Joey fell asleep on me so I figured it was better to rest first and work out in the morning.  Well, that plan didn't go well because I stayed awake until almost 2am watching DIY network and debating whether or not I should just go to the living room and work out or not.  Plus I think I was also super nervous about working out that it made me even more restless.  I know it sounds silly but I get super intimidated by work out routines and challenges!  Am I alone in this?

Anyway, so I woke up later than I had hoped this morning but luckily I was able to squeeze a little work out time in.  So for the first day of the challenge, you do a fit test.  If you're like me, you're probably thinking "Fit?  Test?  Omg I'm gonna fail!"  But thankfully, the fit test is all about what you can do.  There's no right or wrongs - unless you're totally doing the exercise wrong - so it's pretty simple.  Also the great thing about the Bodyrock workouts is that they fit the needs of YOUR level.  Obviously mine is beginner.  Lol.





So the beginner level fit test for today consisted of squats, push ups, dips, and crunches.  See, doesn't that sound intimidating?  I was freaking out  because it was totally intimidating me!  But, I committed to doing it so I couldn't back out.  So the challenge was to do each exercise for 50 seconds (rest for 10 seconds in between) 3 times.  If that sounds a little confusing for you, we're on the same level!  Basically, do squats for 50 seconds, write down how many you did, do push ups for 50 seconds, write down how many you did, dips for 50, write it, crunches for 50, write again, and repeat the process 2 more times!

Omg, that just made me sound totally boring!  This post is starting to look like a math problem (and we all know how much I hate math)!  Okay, if you're still confused, go ask Nicole.  I'm a super beginner at this whole work out, interval, timer, reps, (insert work out lingo here), kinda thing so try not to rely on me for help.  Haha.  Totally not throwing myself under the bus for this one!  Lol.  But anyway, here are my scores:

Squats:  36/25/26
Push-ups:  10/15/14
Dips:  10/15/16
Crunches:  14/25/30

I honestly did a lot better than I expected.  Not phenomenal, but I thought I'd only be able to do 5 of each.  My upper body strength is horrible!  And I was super bummed that I didn't have enough time to do the flow test this morning because I love yoga and pilates and I'm glad that Bodyrock has started incorporating it into their monthly challenges!

So now that you've seen what I can (barely) do, its your turn to try it out and show off your awesome scores!  Go to Bodyrock.tv and join in on the challenge!  You KNOW that summer is just around the corner, so lets start working on that bikini model body together!