Friday!
Some of you asked for my thoughts on the Ballet Beautiful DVDs I got, so I thought I’d give you an update. I think the main thing for me is taking time to pause the workout to stretch for a lot longer than she does in the videos. Also, stretching a bit before I even put the DVD on! I seriously thought I was pretty flexible, but this is making it clear that I have a ways to go. So, I’d say don’t feel bad if you’re like, “WHAT?? I am so not made of rubber bands like this agile ballerina.” I love that it is quiet and she speaks clearly. There’s a lot to work up to–which is great. Anyone else been trying Ballet Beautiful out? Have a lovely weekend!
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♡ I LOVE THESE UNDERPANTS.
♡ A POLKA DOT CLUTCH!
♡ For my fellow tea lovers.
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♡ Phases of the moon… to drink from.
♡ A very sweet Mother’s Day gift idea.
♡ Cute leopard shoes!
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♡ Awesome downloadable sewing patterns.
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♡ Lovely ballet flats!
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♡ A yummy, simple recipe.
♡ EEEEEee!!! Amazing neon stool.
♡ Awesome little DIY project. via DFM
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♡ Mad Men discussion!
♡ I’d like to try this face cream.
♡ Lovely earrings.
♡ I love Kater’s outfits.
♡ A cute striped dress.
♡ SUCH A SWEET HOME!
♡ I want this pretty nail polish.
♡ Colorful Turkish coffee pots.
I was kind of disappointed in those Ballet Beautiful DVDs… they were just kind of boring! If I’m going to spend an hour working out I want to get really sweaty and really fatigued, not feel vaguely bored and distracted throughout. I figure they’re a good supplement to a harder workout schedule (1 or 2/week for flexibility and core strength, skipping swan arms completely). They’re beautiful, that’s for sure… but man, ZZZzzZzZZZzzz
Most exercise makes me feel bored, I guess. For me, I needed something to make me stretch out and lengthen my muscles without obnoxious music to supplement my elliptical workouts at home. I just don’t love exercising, really! Ha.
I do the bar method DVDs- excluding the arm workouts because they hurt my back. I feel they really change your body in a short amount of time. I think I pinched a nerve in my leg because of insufficient stretching- good on you for being aware that you need to stretch more!
Good to know! Yes–it is easy to forget how important stretching is!
So happy about the link to the lentil patties recipe, just what I’ve been looking for!
I want to eat them right now!