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Between birthdays and vacations I have been so off track with my nutrition and workouts, so I’ve been trying to get back into the swing of things. Once I get back on track its no problem for me to go to the gym or get a workout in, but its getting to that point which is a struggle for me!

Bay Clubs just introduced a new group fitness class called IGNITE which I have been going to and LOVING! Ignite is a mix of high intensity cardio and weight training. Think Barry’s Bootcamp and Orangetheory, but they have you do all sorts of cardio not just treadmill training. Ignite has helped me get back to the gym and I highly suggest you check it out if you have a Bay Club in your area!

Today I wanted to share WORKOUT #3 of my FITNESS SERIES: LEGS AND GLUTES.

Circuit 1: Repeat each exercise 3x them move onto circuit 2

Dumbell lunge to high knee: 10 each leg

Jump lunges: 1 min

Dumbell courtsey lunge: 10 each leg

Circuit 2: Repeat each exercise 3x them move onto circuit 3

Donkey Kick (no weights or band): 20 each leg

Donkey Kick with bands: 15 each leg

Pulse: 30 seconds each leg

Circuit 3: Repeat each exercise 3x

Barbell Deadlift: 15x

Barbell Squat: 15x

Leg raise cross to high knee (on bench): 10 each leg

Most of the exercises are pictured below!

OUTFIT DETAILS: SPORTS BRA / LEGGINGS

Shannon Righetti Photography

I’m wearing a Beloforte set in today’s post which I love! The brand has a lot of fun activewear with lots of fun details. Here are a few pieces I’ve been eyeing from the brand.

Let me know if you try the workout! I would love to hear what you think! xx J

Lately I have been dreaming about moving into a 2 bedroom apartment so I can use one room as a designated gym (as well as a second closet which I am in dire need of). So until I have room for a treadmill, elliptical or a bike, I have put together a few smaller must-have items for my home gym.

1. Stability Ball: an inexpensive way to give your workout a little something extra. Use for core work, sit on it for shoulder work, use for wall sits or prop your feet on it for push ups. Theres a million things you can do with a stability ball.

2. Jump rope: cardio, cardio, cardio. Use a jump rope if you’re looking for an easy and simple cardio warmup.

3. Kettlebell: I am loving kettlebell exercises! Use them for cardio or strength training and work every muscle in the body.

4. Yoga mat: stretching, yoga, ab exercises, a yoga mat can be used for anything and everything.

5. Bosu Ball: instead of standing flat on the ground, stand on a bosu ball when doing shoulder or arm exercises, squats or killer crunches. This will give you an added core bonus.

6. Dumbbells: these are essential for any home gym. I like these specifically because the material will protect the hardwood from getting scratched. Also, be sure to get heavier weights. I usually use 8-15 pounds.

7. TRX resistance band (not pictured): this allows you to do hundreds of exercises using your own bodyweight. You can anchor it to your door at home. I have been loving TRX and bodyweight training lately!

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