Bikini Body guide

On Monday I started a workout program by Kayla Itines called the Bikini Body workout guide. I decided to try this workout program because of the way Kayla has it designed it. The program isn't like any of the workouts I've seen before. It is a 12 week (three months) long program that achieves the not too muscular, but still stronger and toned body type I am working towards. Kayla also mentions that through the guide one of her main goals is to help women reach the state of mind at which they are comfortable and confident with the way they look. To me this really made Kayla's program stick out, unlike other workouts or diets the Bikini Body guide isn't pressuring women to feel like they all should have the same body type or look a certain way. If you stay committed to the workouts and the guide itself the results that are amazing. From the before/after pictures I have seen on Kayla's Instagram account (@kayla_itsines) I can really see that the end result is a stronger and  healthier body. Even though they are only around half-an-hour each, these workouts are by no means easy. Depending on the day ( Legs&Cardio,Arms&Abs,ect.) what workouts you are doing will vary. Whether it be the 24 reps of weighted steps ups or 30 reps of push-ups I can always tell that I've gotten a super good workout. I love to workout and I am super excited to finish the program and see my end result. Check out Kayla Itsines on Instagram if you get the chance! (@kayla_itsines )

Making Progress

   
        This past week I started working on my 20-Time project. Everyday (with the exception of yesterday) right when I got home I went running. Since I am used to running long distance I managed to run 3-5 miles each run I went on; luckily I live in a neighborhood that is perfect for running. One of my goals I want to accomplish while running is to beat my old PR time of 22 minutes for 3.5 miles. Hopefully I will be able to increase my running speed and over all pace through all the running I've been running! Not only did I start being more active, but also my brother did too! After my run he would come outside and we would play a one-on-one game of basketball for around an hour. About a year has passed since I last played basketball, so it felt really good to start playing again! Along with running and basketball; every other day I would include some sort of workout into my day. The lengths of the workouts couldn't of been any better! They weren't too short, but were long enough to give the feeling of a good workout.
    I incorporated healthy eating into my first week of my project as well. By drinking lots of water and replacing junk food with healthier options I was able to keep my body energized and ready to go for the next day of workouts. I managed to purchase a container of GNC protein powder for after my workouts along with protein bars to help replace the unhealthy snacks. The benefits of the protein powder is that it has naturally based protein components that help achieve the best results possible while cutting out fats and carbs found in other protein sources. My first week of my 20-time project went pretty well, it has really motivated me to live a better lifestyle. I look forward to continuing on my journey to be healthier through this project.