I Got a Peloton!

Something I've been considering and wanting for awhile now, I finally decided to go through with it.

I got a Peloton!!

I have been using the Peloton app for quite sometime and riding the bikes at my gym. They did the trick don't get me wrong, but I never knew what I was going to get from the bike I was on that day. Half of the ones at my gym are messed up in some way shape or form... Either the resistance knob was broken where you would need to keep turning it to get a little added resistance or just a touch and all of a sudden you were on Mt. Kilimanjaro! Like what the heck. Some were missing the straps in the shoe cages, so that's sketchy when picking up the speed, and most of the seats were shit... like cracking and totally ripped holes in my leggings. Once that happened I was done! If you know me, you know I love my leggings and most of them are pretty nice. There's no need for destroyed athleisure for pushing yourself to keep that workout motivation strong. Plus with it being wedding year I knew it would just make things easier to have access to a bike in home. So I did it!

I ordered the Peloton Bike+. It's the new new bike of course. If I'm doing it, might as well get the best that's out. I chose to do the monthly payment plan. With everything going on and amongst wedding costs, it just seem to be the best for me personally. There is a monthly bike payment ($70ish) along with the monthly all access cost ($40ish). So it's not crazy cheap, but with what it all offers and still dealing with the current pandemic situation I feel as if it's well worth it. The membership offers much more than just cycling classes! Obviously, I can only use the actual bike for those or the "bike bootcamps" which is a combo of riding and strength training in one. Their great for a combination workout. Peloton also offers: Strength Training, Runs, Pilates, Yoga, Barre, Meditation, and Stretching. I love that I'm able to use the huge screen on the bike to take these other forms of classes though! It's way nicer than just looking on your phone, but the good thing is with the all access membership you still can use your phone if traveling or squeezing it in else where.

If you've been interested in looking into getting one, I would definitely recommend going for it. You do have a 30 day trial or money back guaranteed. So what's to lose really... besides those extra unwanted pounds ;)

I shared a complete full set up of my bike when she got delivered and also a review on my very first ever ride! They're both on my youtube ( I got them shared here below). The cycle shoes were the hardest part about it all. I have never used them before and the clipping in and out mostly was the hardest part. Watch to see how well I did! There is no comparison from the Peloton though to the gym bikes. Like it's unreal the difference between the two. I'd love for you to check out the review to hear it all.

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Click HERE to check it out. It'll pretty much get you a pair of shoes, which are needed.

New Active Wear

Lovelies, I know I know it's been really hard for us to keep our motivation up while we've been stuck in an unfortunate rut. One of the ways I find to help keep mine motivation up is with my active style.

I'm not gonna lie to ya, it's been hard for me to. At the beginning of quarantine I was all about bringing as much fitspo to you all. What were some easy options to keep active in the house. Simple exercises that could be done with or without equipment. I know for myself, prior to being on lock down I never worked out at home, I was always a gym girl. Don't get me wrong, I still do love the gym, but I haven't been back yet. I know some gyms have reopened, and I've thought about, but I'm just not ready for that yet. So staying home and trying to find that daily workout motivation can be tough. I get it, it gets repetitive. This is why even though I'm at home, I still like to get put together and feel cute for my workouts.

I recently discovered a new active wear company, Baleaf Sports. I'm always on the lookout for new brands when it comes to my athletic wear. I like to switch it up and find what forms my body best. I feel like this honestly plays a big part in your fitness journey. I've said it a million times, but if you feel cute you're going to work so much harder! It's true - do it. I got a few new pieces in from Baleaf and thought I'd share my thoughts with you about the items. My selections are def more your basics, which you can absolutely never go wrong with.

Biker shorts have made their comeback, and I needed some! These wore so nicely and were super comfortable working out in. Nice and high waisted with pockets! I love a pocket. Especially when I do head back to the gym, it makes it so convenient to have my phone on me from one machine to the next. These are definitely a longer inseam, which I liked and throw an oversized tee on with these and you got yourself a stylish casual look too. This purple color I'm in love with. I'm still a pink girl always, that'll never change but I have been a sucker for this pastel lilac lately. It's so pretty and soft. It's a high low, so the back hangs longer and there's also a key on the back which makes it extra breathable.

Like I said, you can never have too many basics! I own soooo many pairs of plain black leggings. They're a staple! I wear them for working out purposes. I wear them to lounge in. I wear them to dress up with a boot. Black leggings are so versatile and you can never have too many. The thing with black is they can fade easier, so you always gotta have a fresh pair ready to go. Now these particularly I would probably save for those lounging around days or to pair with a casual look. I gave them the squat test, and they got a little sheer across the bum. You could def workout in them as well because they were lightweight so breathable, but I'd save them for upper body work only.

Now this set is my favorite. I love the crop and these little shortie shorts. The top is fitted, with a little flare on the bottom. It has a super fun mesh back detail ( you can see a little better in the next look). And again, white tops I go through like crazy. I love them. This does come in lots of other colors as well though. I'm sure you can see these shorts are shorter than the black in the inseam. I don't mind that they're shorter to be honest. I'm a dancer and use to dancing in booty shorts so it doesn't bother me. The hardest problem I come across with short shorts though are that they cut into my thighs more so or that they ride up while working out. You can see that they cut in slightly around my thighs... again dancer so have meatier legs, you might not have to deal with this problem. It's not tight or hurting, it's just the vanity of it for me. I will say that while working out thought in these they stayed put!

There's the mesh back I was telling ya about. I have been wanting a pair of white leggings for sooo long now. I'm always nervous with white bottoms because of either getting them dirty or being see through. Well, these hit the cute mark, but unfortunately not the non-sheer. Bummer I know. It's so hard with white I know. Not only during the squat test were these completely see through though. Super stretchy and comfortable, but I could only make these work to wear out if I paired them with a longer top or tied a flannel around my waist.

So even though the leggings didn't stand up to my liking, everything else did and as I mentioned these issues could just be for me. Everyone's body is different and you may not have the same issues as I do. Everything ran TTS (true to size). I have a S in everything and it all fits perfect. If you shop Baleaf and find stuff you like, make sure to save 10% off with my code: BLFLOVELAURA.

Incase you missed my most recent at home workout routine, here ya go! It's a complete upper body set and you can see how my Baleaf active wear performed during my sweat sess.

xo's

L

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Abs at Home

Hi lovelies,

We're workin on that center today!

Summer is gonna be here in no time, which means it's swimsuit season. Unless you live in FL like me, then it's always swimsuit season lol. A big confident booster for us ladies especially is having a physique we're proud of. I'm not saying you have to have a 12 pack. I'm saying the work you put in whether it's from working out or practicing better eating habits, it'll all show throughout your center. When we feel good about our center, confidence radiates!

Not only this, but having a strong core helps in so many ways. If you think about it, your core is what holds everything together. Having a strong core is going to give you better posture, it's going to protect your back... especially your low lumbar, and make other activities feel less of a load. Say it's "Leg Day" if you don't hold your abs in tight, you're bound to throwout your back and also in the process put strain on your joints. So in the end you hurt, but in the wrong way... leaving yourself not wanting to work out again.

We utilize our centers in daily activities. Even walking! We're using our abdominal muscle whether you realize it or not.

So anyways, I have a few exercises that I want you to try out and let me know how you feel the next day. I promise if you perform these moves about 3 times a week along with a healthy diet, you will not only see but feel results. Which ultimately feeling the change is what matters and what boosts our confidence :)

Hope you're all staying safe and healthy

xo's

L