Progress time!

Working out doesn't need to be something you dread! This morning I took an eight mile bike ride down the shore. Did I work as hard as I would if I were doing Insanity? No, but I got to enjoy the fresh air and scenery. Plus, it's always good to change up your routine! After this ride I refueled and then hit the weights for 30 minutes followed by a one mile walk. Besides one night this month, I have stuck to my "no drinking" goal. I have seen significant difference in my stomach, which is my trouble zone. 

LEFT: 4 months ago RIGHT: today 

Have I reached my goal? No. Is my body perfect? Certainly not. Am I discouraged? Absolutely not. Transforming your body is something that requires dedication and patience. I know that everyday I am working towards MY personal goals, ignoring negativity, and hopefully helping to inspire. Write down your goals and wake up everyday knowing you're one step closer. 

Be better than you were yesterday.

The Workout Jams

Ok, I'll admit it, there are some days I just can NOT find the motivation to get going. The days when going up the steps to get my sneakers on seems like a work out in itself. When there is no pre-workout in close reach, I rely on the second best motivator to get my heart pumping and legs moving- music. So, I turned to friends, social media, and added some of my personal favorites and compiled a short list of what I have found to be some of the top work out songs. Whether it's pop, hip hop, rock, or metal, these songs will keep you going that extra mile or one more rep. Because let's face it, sometimes we all need a little extra motivation. 

Bruce Springsteen - Born To Run (I'm from Jersey, do you really think this wouldn't be the first song?)

Eminem- Lose Yourself

Kings of Leon- Sex on Fire

Kanye West- Power

M83- Midnight City

Calvin Harris and Florence Welch- Sweet Nothing

Jedi Mind Tricks - Animal Rap (personal favorite for my hip hop lovers)

Ram Jam- Black Betty

Passion Pit- Sleepyhead

Peter Bjorn and John- Young Folks

Missy Elliot- Get Your Freak On

Guns N Roses- Sweet Child of Mine

The Black Keys- Lonely Boy

Adele- Rolling in The Deep (because we all have an ex or two)

Kid Cudi- Cudi Zone

Thy Art is Murder- Reign of Darkness 

Mac Miller- Donald Trump

Iron Maiden- Run to the Hills 

Journey- Don't Stop Believing (thanks, Dad!)

Katy Perry- Firework

MGMT- Electric Feel

Lenny Kravitz- Are You Gonna Go My Way

Nirvana- Smells Like Teen Spirit

There is definitely no order to this selection, but find what works for you, turn up the volume, and dig deeper.