Weekly Workouts 4/15-4/21

Monday 4/15: Ran about 2 miles with a friend then we did arm and ab workouts with 3 lb. weights and 7 lb. Kettlebell.

Tuesday 4/16: I ran outside 1.4 miles then did about 15 minutes of yoga to stretch afterwards.

Wednesday 4/17: Rode my bike outside for about 1 mile then did the "Skinny Bitch" Ab Workout for about 15 minutes.

Thursday 4/18: Rest day - long work day.

Friday 4/19: Rest day - 12 hour day travelling for a work event.

Saturday 4/20: I ran on the treadmill for a mile and did some arm/ab/leg exercises. I did the exercises shown in the picture plus a few more. I also danced at night!

Sunday 4/21: Rest day.

How did you do this week? Share your workouts with me!

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I Do My Best Thinking on a Bike

Long bike rides by myself with no music are when I tend to do my best thinking.

I've been thinking a lot about many different things. Over thinking in fact. Of course about my future. Luckily, I've decided a few things (for now).

I am going to enjoy this summer. I've been aching to do more outdoorsy and social things lately and I want to continue. I want to enjoy this beautiful weather that I've been wanting for so long before another dreaded winter comes.

For now, I am going to keep doing my small jobs. Sure, it is not a lot of money and I won't be able to save much. But in the fall, I will start a more ambitious job hunt. Lately, I had a lot of unsuccessful interviews and have been feeling panicked that I will be forced to take a job I hate that will leave me exhausted and with no time for anything I enjoy. So for now, I am going to enjoy these jobs that I love. In the fall, I will search for something full-time or even try to take some part-time job along with my freelancing so I can save more money. I will keep praying that something perfect for me will come along at the right time and try not to stress so much about it.

There are other things I've been contemplating lately and at times I kind of drive myself crazy with it the way I do thinking about jobs and money. But right now I have decided to stay in the present and enjoy what I have. To let things happen as they happen and not over think every little thing. I trust that God will show me the right paths to follow and that things will work out the way they are supposed to.

So here's my vow to myself and you are obliged to hold me to this! I will stop worrying so much, over thinking every thought and decision, stop listening to everyone tell me what they think I should do, follow my heart, and let God help me enjoy the present and follow the right future.

I feel so much better!

Bike During National Bicycle Month!

You may not know it but May is National Bicycle Month! So here at “Greener By The Minute” we’re giving you some reasons to get out your bike and ride instead of drive this month.

1. Gas prices are steadily going up almost every day! Many people are having to cut back on recreational activities and going out because they have to use more of their paycheck to pay for the growing gas prices. While it may be impossible for most to drive to work because of distance, there are other ways you can swap your car for your bike. Heading to the local store to get a few things? Bike there! Going to the movies a few miles away? Bike there! Think of ways you can bike places instead of driving whenever you can. Every little bit helps. Riding your bike instead of driving your car not only saves you money, but it helps our environment.

2. It is great for your health! Little things like walking or riding your bike can help you lose weight, feel better, and reduce your risk for deadly diseases such as heart disease. Even if it doesn’t feel like you’re working out, riding your bike for a mile to the store goes a long way!

3. It saves our environment! Like I said earlier, cars are the biggest source of pollution in our world. If everyone chose to ride their bike instead of driving even once a week, it would go a long way to helping cut down on pollution and keeping our air clean and in turn, keeping us healthy.

4. It is fun! It can be a great date idea or just a nice way to catch up with a friend while you ride around town. It doesn’t cost anything if you already own the bike and any accessories you need, so it is a nice way to spend time alone or with someone and save money.

Work close to home and interested in biking to work but not sure what to bring? First map out an easy route and be aware of all safety signals, such as using your arms to signal going right or left. Next make sure you own a helmet because even the best bikers can get into accidents. Make sure you have lights and reflective gear if you have to ride when it gets darker. Also be sure to have a lock if you have to park your bike outdoors to ensure no one steals your sweet ride. You can also carry a backpack with a change of clothes for work and a water bottle (you need to stay hydrated!).

What do you think of biking instead of driving this month? Will you try it?

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