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FITNESS SERIES: CORE WORKOUT WITH BAY CLUBS

07.05.2018

I am so excited to share the second post of my MINI FITNESS SERIES! As you all know, fitness is a huge part of my life and its only natural that I share that with you all. As a part of my blog, I will share a fitness series with you at least once a month that highlights a specific workout while also highlighting some of my favorite activewear brands.

So today I’m sharing a little bit more about WHERE I workout on a daily basis, along with a killer core workout to get your abs burning!

We have been members of Bay Club San Francisco for about 4 months now and we cant imagine being members anywhere else! Prior, we were at 24 hour fitness, and Bay Clubs is such a different atmosphere I absolutely love it.

Bay Clubs is more of a lifestyle and a place where I look forward to spending time each day. We spend a lot of time in the gym, so to have full amenities is such a treat. Bay Clubs has a great community of active people and is such an uplifting atmosphere.

We love all of the amenities the club offers. They have swimming pools, basketball courts, cycling studio, full spa, a variety of group fitness classes, a gorgeous lounge, cafe (happy hour each night), a shop (hello Lululemon), shuttle and the list goes on! There is nothing missing from this club! I also love that there are many rooms and many different places to workout within the club. For instance, there is a main fitness floor, but about 7-8 different rooms that you can use anytime to either lift weights, use a cardio machine, practice yoga, pilates or crossfit. I love that if the main gym is busy, there are so many alternative places to workout and feel comfortable.

Needless to say, if you are on the hunt for a new gym I highly recommended you check out Bay Clubs. Its really the best you can get in the city.

Now for a killer core workout!

Repeat each circuit 3 times before moving on the next. Also try not to rest in between each exercise within the circuit. For added intensity, incorporate a cardio move in between circuits. I love jumping rope or rowing for 2 mins in between.

Circuit 1: complete each exercise for 1 min, then repeat circuit 3x

Crunch with weight overhead

Air bike

Plank Jack

Plank hold

Circuit 2: complete each exercise for 1 min, then repeat circuit 3x

Running man in plank position

Dumbell side bend (rotate rides)

Plank, knee to elbow (rotate sides)

Plank hold

Circuit 3: complete each exercise for 1 min, then repeat circuit 3x

Russian Twist with weight

Flutter kicks

Leg raise

Plank hold

OUTFIT DETAILS: BELOFORTE SPORTS BRA / LILYBOD LEGGINGS / NIKE SNEAKERS (similar)

Shannon Righetti Strom Photography

Now lets talk activewear! I mixed it up a bit for this post, wearing both Lilybod leggings and Beloforte sports bra.

Lilybod has a lot of different fun legging options with fun designs and stripes. Here are a few pairs that I’m loving:

I am also a HUGE fan of Beloforte. Their Fall 17 line is TO DIE FOR. The season features a range of mauve, nude and black activewear including sports bras, tanks, leggings and sweatshirts. Looking forward to sharing this dusty rose set with you all on the blog soon!

Hope you all had a great 4th of July!

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Cycle for Survival

03.02.2015

Happy Monday loves! I wanted to share a few photos from a Cycle for Survival event that I took part in a few weekends ago. For those of you who follow my social media saw a sneak peak, but here are a few more from the event!

Cycle for Survival is a high-energy and emotional indoor team cycling event that provides a tangible way to beat rare cancers. 100% of the donations received go to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center to fund rare cancer research and I was lucky enough to be a part of such an amazing team, the Spinderella’s. We raised over $27k this year!!

This event hosts hundreds of passionate people banning together for one cause. Cancer survivors of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center come from all over the world to speak at this event, and thanking us for the funds and awareness that we work so hard for throughout the year. Every dollar and every effort is brought to life at this event, saving lives, creating hope, and fighting back.

The Spinderella’s were presented with a $1000 check- what an honor to be recognized as a stand out team!

Dance party!

No one fights alone. This is why we fight back. <3

Interested in joining Cycle for Survival? Click here for more information. xo

Gym Review: The Dailey Method

01.26.2015

Monday we meet again! I visited The Dailey Method last week and I’m finally getting around to updating you guys on my experience. Have any of you tried any of their classes? Different from Pure Barre, Bar Method and other variations, The Dailey Method combines ballet barre work, core conditioning and muscle strengthening through yoga, pilates and orthopedic exercise. The intrinsic focus on alignment and strength together results in better posture and movement.

Here’s the story…

I visited the SF, Marina district location last week and the girls there were super friendly and extremely helpful! Going into a class I’ve never taken before, I’m always a little nervous about not knowing what to expect. They were so welcoming, gave me a tour of the facility and got me ready for my first class. The class was on the small side (10-15 people) which I prefer over a larger class. The teacher was very informative and helpful with each movement being unfamiliar to me. So let’s weigh out the pro’s and con’s.

Pro’s- Loved the smaller group, giving you more access to 1:1 training from the teacher. The movements were all slow and in control, giving you much more focus on your muscles rather then just going through the movement. Although, I wasn’t sore the next day I felt like I was really working each muscle group to a point of failure. Focusing so heavily on movement and balance makes for a smarter workout.

Con’s- You guys know me, and I love to sweat! A great workout for me is being absolutely exhausted at the end, sweating like crazy and being extra sore the next day. So I am going to be completely honest with you guys, when I say that this particular workout may have not been for me…BUT it could be for YOU! I always make it a point to try new things, and find whats right for me, and I encourage you all to do the same. You could totally love this workout, loose a ton of weight or loose inches. There are many ways to do so, it’s important to find your ideal practices. I don’t want to discourage anyone from trying new classes though, it’s the only way to find what you like, I just prefer a faster pace and that’s my personal opinion.

Overall, I would definitely suggest you try The Dailey Method if you’re looking for a new form of exercise. My mom took it and loved it! I really think that this class is for all fitness levels, which is hard to find!

The Dailey Method created a “Burn Bright Manifesto” which I absolutely love! Burn bright is a feeling created by you. When asked why people take The Dailey Method, many responded saying that the classes help you feel like you’re living life to the fullest and burning bright as a result. Share the hashtag #BurnBrightDailey on instagram and possibly win some free classes!

I hope these “gym review” posts help to get you on a path towards reaching your fitness goals and trying new things! Do you have some favorite fitness classes? Please share in the comments!

Thank you so much for having me The Dailey Method team!

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I’m backkk | Uber Fresh Juice

12.23.2014

Hi and Happy Holidays loves! I haven’t posted in awhile! I am SO sorry for those of you who look for my posts, I have been MIA. I felt like I needed a little break and to unplug for a bit, but I am definitely ready to get back to work! I recently started a new job (dream job!!) and life has just gotten a little wild lately, but hoping to spend more time blogging in 2015!

Anyways, I hope you all are doing great, and still working on your fitness goals! I know, it’s tough during the holidays isn’t it? But stay strong with your workouts, and enjoy your time with family and friends. With all of the holiday parties, dinners and events, I’ve been trying to even out my nutrition a bit by eating healthy during the down times and juicing! I usually don’t cleanse, but I do love to have a juice every once in awhile for breakfast or afternoon snack. So it was perfect timing when Uber Fresh contacted me to try and share their juices with you all.

Uber Fresh is a Bay Area juice company who believes in making each juice raw without preservatives or processes to prolong shelf life, uses only organic fruit and produce and provides blends from the highest super nutrients- each juice is packed with over 3 pounds of fruits and veggies.

My first question was….So what’s the difference between Uber Fresh and other juice companies?

It’s cold pressed- which is a method for extracting the juice that does not oxidize and keeps the enzymes and nutrients in tact.
100% organic- no pesticides, no GMO
100% raw- never HPP’ed
Over 3lbs of only high quality produce in each juice
THEY ALL TASTE AMAZING!! (In my opinion)

How it works:

1. Order Online using link: HERE

2. Select Delivery Type: Choose free pickup from your gym (Bay Area only) or select premium delivery to your door for an additional service fee.

3. Shake & Enjoy Quickly: Juices are 100% raw. No preservatives, pasteurization, or high pressure pasteurization to extend the shelf of our products. Keep refrigerated, shake well, and enjoy within 3-4 days.

I hope you all enjoy your holiday with family and yummy food and cocktails, but don’t forget to squeeze in some fresh fruits and veggies in the mix!

xo, Jenna

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Breakfast Ideas + New Recipe

10.22.2014

I’m always on the hunt for new food ideas, so I thought I’d share a few of my new on-the-go breakfast go-to’s here with you guys. I work a 9-5 so it’s nearly impossible to cook a healthy breakfast in the morning before work. I was packing an oatmeal each morning, but I felt like I needed to mix things up a bit. Here are a few ideas that I’ve been loving lately:

Egg and vegetable frittata

Ingredients: 4 whole eggs, 16 oz carton of liquid egg whites, 1 sliced green bell pepper, 1/2 white onion sliced, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tomato diced, cumin, oregano, salt, chili powder to taste

Directions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Heat a large oven safe saute pan on high. Saute bell pepper and onion with olive oil until soft. Gradually add the spices to your liking. Remove from heat. In a separate bowl, mix the eggs and egg whites, then add them to the vegetable mixture. Add diced tomatoes. Put pan in preheated oven and cook for 10-12 minutes. If your diet allows, add cheese, guacamole or hot sauce to top!

I’ve been experimenting with different veggies and spices, and this has been my favorite so far. Please comment if you have any ideas for different ingredients to add! Also this is great to cook a batch on Sunday and bring to work each morning.

This pecan pumpkin oatmeal from Trader Joes

If you haven’t been to Trader Joes recently, you are missing out! They are fully stocked with pumpkin everything. This oatmeal adds great flavor to my normal morning oats. Also another easy thing to grab in the morning and bring to work.

Protein Pancakes from flap Jacked

These are delicous, and so quick and easy to make. I love pancakes on the weekends, it feels like an extra treat. With this mixture, all you have to do is mix with water and heat on the stove. I topped mine with coconut chips in this picture. Here is the website for more info: www.flapjacked.com

Pumpkin spice coffee from Trader Joes

My new favorite coffee…of course it’s pumpkin again!

What are some of your breakfast favorites? Please do share!

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