I was recently interviewed for a small publication and they sent me a list of questions asking me about my nutrition (pre/post workout), my music I listen to, what inspires me to train etc …
I had a really enjoyable time writing this and I thought my readers would enjoy hearing a little bit about the day to day “Fit Chic”.
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A Bit About Me:
Working out has been a part of my life for the majority of my life. I was always an athlete and involved in some sort of physical activity. When I got out of college and no longer had organized sports as a part of my daily routine, I knew I had to stay consistent and wanted to have fun all at the same time. I got involved with my local gym and had a routine right from the start. I then developed friendships, with the staff and the people in my class which kept me accountable to keep coming each week. When you create an environment of success around you, you have a very slim chance to fail. Here are some good tips and tricks that I like to follow to keep me motivated, feeling good, and having fun all in one.
What foods do you eat pre workout?
Pre and Post nutrition is the most vital meals you can eat during your day. Your body needs certain foods to perform efficiently and effectively. When you exercise you use a lot of your body’s resources and nutrition is there to replenish what was taken away. It’s essential to not only exercise but to have good nutrition as well, When you have good nutrition your body gets energy, fat, amino acids, calcium and so much more. These things are necessary to a healthy lifestyle and for the body to heal.
Before my workout I typically have some good fats for energy. I typically will eat 1/2 to a full lara bar. I workout out in the early morning so this way I have a little something in my stomach to give me good energy but not interrupt my workout.
What music do you listen to during your workout?
People who take my classes, know how important music is to me. It gets you pumped up, in the zone, and ready to work. I love to workout to beats so when I am doing cardio or more metabolic training I love hip hop, electronica, or techo. Any music that gets you going and keeps you energized. If I am doing a lifting workout I prefer more rock, alternative, like Imagine dragons, rage against the machine, etc …
How do you switch up certain routines daily/weekly to stay motivated?
I start everyday off on my Concept 2 Rower. It has been a game changer in my training. It gets my blood pumping, my joints warm, and my body feeling good. From there my workouts change everyday. I do yoga 2-3x a week integrated with my daily workout consisting of weight training (kettle bells, barbells, dumbbells,) with body weight movements, squats, pushups, sit-ups, burpees, etc..
when you change your routine frequently it keeps it fun, new, and motivating. I very rarely do the same workout in the month, 6 months, sometimes in the year. I also sit down on Sunday and plan out all of my workouts for the week. I treat my workouts like coaching a class they are scheduled. There is so much power when you write something down. It holds me accountable and keeps me in a great routine.
What do you eat or do after your workout to make sure you got the most out of your workout?
Immediately after my workout I hop on the rower and row anywhere from 1000 meters to 2000 meters to help flush out the lactic acid. Then I consume a lean protein and a carbohydrate. If I am working out in the morning I have egg whites and my protein shake. I have had the same breakfast for the past 5 years and I feel recovered, energized, and it tastes delicious too. If I am working out around the noon hour I eat my salad consisting of steamed veggies and a lean protein (i.e turkey, chicken, or fish).
I base my content off of helping people (women in general) to feel good on the inside and out through physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being. I hope these tips and tricks resonate well with you and make you feel like a million bucks during your workout sess.
Fit Chic