A client cancelation at work can be a good thing when it means extra time with this little lady.
That is Sadie’s “I love the sun” face. After 24 hours of straight rain in Ocala, Sadie was more than a little thrilled for some time in the sun this afternoon.
Once I arrived home from work, I leashed Sadie up for a three mile run around the neighborhood. Our run was really more of a run/walk thanks to Sadie’s desire to pee every 2.5 feet. Gosh, I love my little potty princess.
After our time outside, I came inside to complete a Ballet Beautiful workout that I streamed for free thanks to Amazon Prime.
When I met up with my friend Merri in New York City for dinner with our group of blog friends on Wednesday night, she was so excited when she heard we all met Mary Helen Bowers, the creator of Ballet Beautiful at the Reebok Skyscape launch party. Merri said she has been streaming Ballet Beautiful DVDs on Amazon Prime for a while (Ballet Beautiful Body Blast and Ballet Beautiful Total Body Workout are both free with Prime) and since I still had some time left before I had to be back at work, I completed about 75 percent of the Ballet Beautiful Total Body Workout. (My blogging buddy Gina, who was in NYC with me and also loved the workout, posted a review about it today which you may see here.)
Oh my gosh, it burned. My legs were on fire and I think I did more bridges with Mary Helen Bowers this afternoon than I have in my entire life. It’s a good one!
Lunch
Lunch today was an old favorite. After dinner last night, I baked a spaghetti squash in the oven (face down at 375 for 45 minutes) so I could use the squash to make a nutritious afternoon meal.
Served with steamed spinach and marinara!
Plus a banana on the side for some sweetness.
And now I’m brainstorming dinner ideas!
Dole Salad Giveaway Winner
Congratulations to…
- Amy: “Hello Julie, Oh, my goodness! These 3 recipes look so yummy, especially the Zucchini Boats! I would LOVE to win this Dole Giveaway! Here are my answers to the **Giveaway** questions: 1. What is your favorite kind of salad? My favorite kind of salad is an Apple, Walnut, Avocado, Strawberry, Almond, Jicama (with more in it too) Salad that I “created” myself last year. 2. What teams do you think will be in the Final Four? Florida Gators, Wichita State Shockers, Villanova and the Arizona Wildcats 3. And a fun March Madness trivia question from Ryan: Who offered $1 billion dollars for a perfect bracket? Answer: Warren Buffett”
Amy was emailed early this afternoon. Thank you to all who entered!
Question of the Afternoon
- What are some of your favorite workout DVDs?
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Sadie’s face. Love.
I’ll have to try that ballet workout! I did ballet growing up and stopped just before high school. I took an adult ballet class about 2 years ago and it burned!!! Like you said! I must’ve had an amazing butt in my middle school days….
I love all of the Beachbody workouts! Right now I’m doing T25, but I’ve also enjoyed Insanity, P90X, Turbo Fire, and ChaLean Extreme.
I also love Tara Stiles yoga DVD’s and the Strong and Relax class from her website.
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I need to bring my dog over so that they can run each other’s energy out. Mine is out of control with this nasty weather we’ve been having here too. We finally got a break today and I am heading to take her on a long walk here soon!
I’m so glad you mentioned Ballet Beautiful being on Prime. I had actually just visited her site to check out the classes, but was hesitant to join since it would have been just a little over budget.
I’m still going strong with the NTC app and gradually getting back to running now that it’s warmer. I’m going to try the Ballet workouts.
I recently learned how to microwave spaghetti squash – cut it in half, place cut sides down in a dish with a little water, cook @ 100% for 13 minutes. It turned out great and was so quick compared to the oven.
I have been looking for a ballet ftness solution! I practiced ballet for 10+ years and ave always wanted to incorporate back into my fitness. I also have Amazon Prime. I love the Jillian Michael’s Cardio Yoga DVD.
I actually use YouTube for a lot of at home work outs! Tara Stiles yoga is my fav 🙂 Along with the 8 min routines 😉
I love workout DVDs. Some of my favorites are the ones from BeachBody – Insanity, Turbo Fire, P90X….I also like the 10 minute solution DVDs, Jillian Micheals (all!) and many more!
I’ve recently found myself falling in love with barre type workouts. I also recently (accidentally…oops!) signed up for Amazon Prime. I’m so glad you brought it to my attention that these can be streamed for free! Can’t wait to give it a try!
I would really like to try a barre class. I keep hearing more about it. Looks like a great workout!
I’m really wanting to do more ballet based exercises, so I might look into these.
Currently, I am loving Fitness Blender’s workouts!
I love Sadie! So cute! I’ve been doing the Jillian Michae’s workouts through Amazon Prime but I can’t wait to try this one!
That meal looks absolutely perfect!
I’ll have to check out this ballet workout. I minored in dance, so I’m sure this would be right up my alley. I love all of the Jillian Michael’s workout DVD’s.
Please give me some of your dance skills! 🙂
i’m not much for workout dvds…. if i workout at home, itz on the treadmill and/or a combination of bodyweight exercises. i love the atmosphere and motivation of being with others at the gym!
This workout looks like a ton of fun and some great toning. I am definitely going to give it a shot. Thanks for sharing!
I need to try this ballet workout! Ive heard of her but I didnt know I could get them for free with prime!
I love beachbody workouts! I have done p90x, instanity, chaLean extreme and I am working on p90x3 but I have totally been missing out on the workout videos with amazon prime so I’ll have to check out ballet beautiful for sure! Thanks for the helpful hint Julie 🙂
The squash looks amazing- I’ve been trying to be innovative with my vegetables especially at dinner and tried zucchini noodles for the first time. I topped them with a little cheese & an over easy egg & it turned out to be a household favorite! I finding awesome ways to re-create meals with a healthy, veggie-twist! 🙂
I’ve actually never used a workout DVD before, or done any sort of at home workouts. I feel so unmotivated at home and since no one is watching I’d figure I could/would take breaks laying on floor and just watching the DVDs like a movie, hahahahahahahahha. Omg.
I love insanity and some Jillian Michaels ones like ripped in 30 and no more trouble zones. Back in the day I used to do billy blanks, there will always be a place in my heart for those funny old school workouts 🙂
I never could get into workout DVDs for some reason.. possibly because I picked ones like “Dancing with the Stars cardio Workout” and it was so complicated that in the end my couch won out 🙂 I am most motivated at the gym so that’s where I go to get my workouts in most often! I wish I had the option to do home workouts and do them well!
Mmm, I haven’t had spaghetti squash in a while. As far as workout videos, I have actually only tried tae bo (back in the day!) and Jillian Michaels’ 30 Day Shred.
Sadie is SUCH a cutie! I would love to try out a ballet workout. Blogilates workout videos are my favorite right now. They are short and sweet so I can target what workouts I want to do each morning. I also have been doing yoga videos every morning and night. They are great for relaxation!
I can’t wait to try the Ballet workouts! I’ve been wanting to do some trail runs of barre classes to see if my knee can handle it (I’m still recovering from an injury). This is the perfect way to do it! Thanks, Julie!
The picture of Sadie is AWESOME! She is such a cutie. Thanks for sharing. Oh and the rest of the post was good too. Lol
I’ve been struggling to run all week because of the gloomy weather! I need some of that sunshine. I have been doing a lot of you tube yoga recently, but I might have to look into that ballet video. I used to dance, and I would love that workout!!
I’ve never thought about streaming workout videos from amazon prime before! I’m a big time Shaun T fan and love his Insanity and T25 dvds.
Free ballet workout?! This is PERFECT timing – I recently switched jobs (no more free gym membership!) and am trying to build up my home workout repertoire. I’ve been dying to dabble in ballet-style training, and my Prime membership can use some lovin’ anyways. 😉
Thanks for sharing! I’m looking forward to giving it a go. 🙂
I used to be a ballerina before I began running track. I had to choose between the two when I was younger but now I can incorporate both! Love that the videos are free too!
I really like the xtend barre DVDs and anything Jillian Micheals. We also did the Insanity DVDs a few years ago and it was killer! DVD workouts can get a bad rap but they are tough!
I saw that DVD on Prime and definitely want to check it out! I’ve been loving my barre3 28 to Great series of DVDs (5 total), but my all-time favorite is Jillian Michaels. She’s the best. I have so many of her DVDs now that I can cycle them and keep my body guessing. I am still quite sore from a workout two days ago. She seriously knows how to kick my butt!
Ah! I didn’t realize there were free ballet workouts through Amazon Prime! I purchased a Prime account by mistake a couple of months ago, but now I’m excited about these workouts!
I strictly do at home workouts – it’s either Fitnessglo workouts, Workouts from the NTC or Skimble apps or Jillian Michaels DVDs
That picture of Sadie is perfect! “)
Anything by Yoga Booty Ballet- possibly especially the ‘Cabaret’ workout. They are so ridiculous, they make me laugh the whole way through, which is a great way to get a workout in my opinion!
Sadie’s face says it all!!
I’ve been wanting to try ballet beautiful for a while now. I usually stick to yoga. I also do zumba on my XBox Kinect and at the gym. Now, I may have to add Ballet beautiful to the mix.
Omgness isn’t Ballet Beautiful surprisingly killer???!!!! It’s one of those you think you’re going to plow through but in actuality, you end up humbled and OWNED. lol.
My favorite DVD would have to be Leah Sarago’s Ballet Body! It’s not what it sounds like. Probably harder than many hiit workouts and shapes your body up in no time! You’re always going deeper and finding new “elongated” looking muscles out of nowhere. 😀
Spaghetti squash is such a great vegetable! Delicious and so versatile!
Is this the dvd your sister used to get in shape for her wedding? She looks amazing!
Thanks so much for the info on the video, a great alternative for those who don’t have Barre classes in their area! I just checked online and was super excited I can get the DVD from the library 🙂