Move it Monday! Legs Legs Legs

A couple of weeks ago I put together random workouts from Pinterest  to see if they were a.) effective and b.) if I could do it. I paired up with my soon to be SIL and friend Mindy....I have to say what I liked about these workouts is you could go at your own pace. You do not have to be in training, you can have some experience or be a newbie. I am going to share a few of them through out the next month I hope that you get something out of them....just as we did. 

I found this workout on Pinterest  and thought....naaa this is way to easy to be effective or even feel like it is working....boy I was wrong. This needs to be part of your daily workout not just one part but it is very effective for removing bulky thighs, fat pockets, and toning up the inner thigh. No one wants to see their legs jiggle in shorts or skirts! We usually do this workout at the end, kind of as a cool down and toning method. Remember to measure yourself before and every week for about a month. Please share your results and let me know how it worked for you! Remember you have to actually do the exercises for them to work. YOU CAN DO IT!!!

From the original site: http://www.t-tapp.com/articles/legs/index.html

"Two sets of legs are pictured, a fitness model with athletic muscle development and an editorial model with toned muscle development, because Awesome Legs works for all fitness levels. Don't be fooled by the simplicity of the movement, it is very effective and when done in proper form, you will feel the difference! Start with two sets and work up to three."

PHASE I	Cts 1-2	Cts 3-4
(Starting Position) On back with legs up; ankle knee and hip should be in alignment (you will feel stomach muscles work too). Point toes and keep pointed as hard as you can throughout movement.	Right leg bends aiming foot to fanny cheek each count. Keep all leg muscles tight on left leg.	Switch with left leg bending aiming foot to fanny cheek each count. Keep muscles tight on right leg.
Cts 5-6-7-8 Switch R-L-R-L alternating legs each count. It's very important to tighten all muscles on the extended leg and keep both feet pointing those toes as hard as you can.
PHASE II	Cts 1-2	Cts 3-4
( Starting Position) Same as Phase I but with a flat foot. If advanced, pull toes toward body for even more "stretch". It is important to keep the muscles tight throughout the movement (you should feel it in your calves).	Right leg bends aiming heel to fanny cheek each count. Keep muscles tight on left leg.	Switch with left leg bending aiming heel to fanny cheek each count. Keep muscles tight on right leg.
Cts 5-6-7-8Switch R-L-R-L alternating legs each count. It's very important to tighten all muscles on the extended leg and keep both feet pointing those toes as hard as you can. Phase III Ct 1 Ct 2 With pointed toes, "roll-out" knees as far as you can with right heel in front of left foot and right toes facing side wall. Keep legs straight. Switch with left foot in front of right and keep egs straight. Maintain "roll-out" throughout entire movement. Cts 3-4 Cts 5-6 Switch back to Ct 1 position with right in front of left and hold 2 cts. Keep knees outward (concentrate pushing out) with ankles together and right foot on top. Bend for cts 5-6 and extend back up for cts 7-8. It is very important to slightly tuck fanny and push knees outward as you extend legs up (use ankles as leverage). Keep toes pointed at all times. Phase IV Ct 1 Ct 2 With pointed toes, "roll-out" knees as far as you can with left heel in front of right foot and left toes facing side wall. Keep legs straight. Switch with right foot in front of left and keep legs straight. Maintain "roll-out" throughout entire movement. Cts 3-4 Cts 5-6 Switch back to Ct 1 position with left in front of right and hold 2 cts. Keep knees outward ( concentrate pushing out) with ankles together and left foot on top. Bend for cts 5-6 and extend back up for cts 7-8. It is very important to slightly tuck fanny and push knees outward as you extend legs up (use ankles as leverage). Keep toes pointed at all times. Final Phase  Repeat entire sequence I, II, III & IV. You can do it!

Spot of the Week: Sand Bar/Blue Marlin in PIB (Christmas in July)

This summer has been so much fun my blogging has been left unattended. While chatting with a friend yesterday it made me want to start back up again. This time with a variety of information and things to look forward to through out the week. So I am kicking it off with Wednesday's Spot of Week, ranging from places in CLE and spots we have been to in our travels. First up Christmas in July 00000013!!

Christmas in July is this weekend and the spot to be is PIB! We have been up to the islands twice this year and I have found the best hang out in the July heat is the swim up bars! Be watchful of the ones who have not left the pool for hours :)

Although we enjoy PIB Resort/Blue Marlin it can get packed and a tad crazy. I guess it depends what atmosphere you are looking for. If you want a younger crowd with a great DJ (A-Dubb-my husband's hero) and cheap pitchers head to PIB resort. The swim up bar is called Blue Marlin but it is the same location. Helpful Hint: If you forgot towels just pick a room number, for example 203, and you will get free towels. The bar is fun and worth checking out. DJ A-Dubb also has competitions throughout the day that are pretty entertaining. Such as best belly flop, dance contest, booty shaking, etc. With the amount of booze people are drinking it makes for an interesting people watching session. 

The other spot that is a little more low key but just as fun is Sand Bar, they have a huge swim up bar and poll with water volleyball, a sandy volleyball court, cornhole, tiki bar, and full arcade. Plenty to do for all ages. They do allow kids in there during the day and they charge for the kidos since they are not drinking. I believe it is a $5-$10 cover. The only down side to this place is the DJ....they need someone in there with real equipment and people skills. I like that they do a throwback 90's tribute but it is good to mix it up. The drinks are great but bring cash, this goes for most PIB bars. The bartenders are not so organized when giving you your check.....and I am putting this nicely. 

Have a safe and happy Christmas in July!!!! Hope to see you at the BAY!!!!