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  • 11Nov

    Whittle My Middle In 30 Days

    Fitness, Whittle My Middle in 30 Days

    This week, I was hit with a reality check.

    I totally let my amazing core work slide when I was busy training for my races over the summer and fall months. Last week, I decided it was time to get back in the game of core work. I was shocked at how much stamina and endurance I had lost in just a few months! I was shaking like a leaf after just 15-20 seconds. My balance also sucks once again.

    I would love to improve my core work again and get my toned waist back! I know it’s under there somewhere. ;)

    I’m actually a bit strange because I am drawn to core work even though I don’t particularly enjoy it. It is sort of like running, it gets easier and more enjoyable as you improve your endurance. In July, I was rocking out some advanced planks for over 90 seconds. I felt incredible and strong:

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    I decided that it is time to get back to that level!!! I love a good challenge, oh yes I do.

    And because I want to make it fun for everyone involved, I am going to run a little experiment on Oh She Glows.

    I am going to run a Whittle My Middle In 30 Days Challenge to myself and any willing participants.

    Here is what I will be doing:

    1) PICTURES: Before, half way, and after pictures on Nov 11th, Nov 25th, and Dec. 9th, respectively.

    2) MEASUREMENTS: Before, half way, and after measurements of my ‘true’ waist (at belly button), low waist (3" lower approx.), and hips (over butt)- same dates as above.

    3) CORE WORK: 6-10 minute core workout, 5 days a week, doing the following exercises:

    • Plank
    • Side plank
    • Plank with elbows on stability ball
    • Stability Ball Jackknifes
    • Stability ball roll out
    • Plank Rotations

    All of the core exercises that I will be doing are found in this video by Turbulance Training:

     

    Excellent, informative, and easy to follow video. Well done!!!!

    I will be doing all of the exercises featured in the video.

    6-10 minutes a day total, 5 days a week for 1 month. Challenge ends December 10th. Because I will likely find these exercises quite challenging at first, I will probably start off with 6 minutes for the first week or two and work my way up to 10 minutes.

    You can participate any way that you want! The point of the challenge is to strengthen our core muscles. Core muscles are an important factor in so many of our daily activities- running, lifting, bending, and even our posture!

    I also want to note that I will be fully extending my arm when doing the planks because I find it is more challenging (instead of the bent arm in the video). Do whatever you feel comfortable with though!

    Would you like to join this awesome and difficult challenge with me and wake up those ab muscles?? Mine have been hibernating since August, I think. ;)

    As always, I will be documenting my workouts for all to see. I will likely be posting now and then on my progress, but if you want a daily recap, you can check out my Run page where I list every single workout that I do.

    I will also still be continuing my yoga and cardio exercise.

    Check out my new ABS page for all the updates!

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    Other Website News:

    1) I added several more Glo Bar Variety packs to the shopping cart. They are going like hot cakes!

    2) The Green Monster Movement has some new recipes up- including a super fun PINK monster!

    Other happenings:

    1) Julie from Savvy Eats gave two Project Natural Glow reviews! One on a coconut lotion and one on a body scrub.

    2) I am off to a Remembrance Day ceremony this morning from 10-11:30am. Don’t forget to have a moment of silence today in memory of all of the amazing people who have sacrificed their lives for us.

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    Have a glowing Remembrance Day (or Veterans Day if you are in the US)!

    Angela_Signature

    Looking forward to things is half the pleasure of them.
    - Lucy Mand Montgomery

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    Posted by Angela (Oh She Glows) @ 9:24 am

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Please keep in mind that I am not a Registered Dietitian. While my advice often relies on research, most is from my own personal experience. You should always consult a doctor before making any changes to your diet and exercise routine.