Day #232 – Killer HIIT

Sometimes I feel good about myself. Other days, I attempt to do a total of 2 hours of HIIT workouts and weight lifting.

All jokes aside, I really do notice a difference in how I feel about myself during a workout based on how the instructor acts while working out. See, I normally use YouTube videos as my workout instructions… so when I see a person breezing through moves that I can barely catch my breath on, it can get a little discouraging. Whereas when I see a super muscular and obviously very fit person also struggling in a difficult workout, I feel slightly better about myself. It’s strange how just seeing someone else can be so encouraging… or give the opposite effect.

No matter what, just remember that your strength is greater than any struggle that you may encounter. Whether that be your health, finances, personal life, or anything else, know that you have the power to take it on like the successful person you are! Today is a magnificent day to be happy. See you soon.

Day #231 – Yoga for days

Aloha and happy Thursday! We’re so close to the weekend already. You’ve got this!

Today I’ve mainly focused on stretching and doing lots of yoga, in order to ease the soreness from yesterday. I also went for a 2.3 mile bike ride, which was a lovely way to warm up my muscles again. I love days like this… I can still mainly rest, but I feel like I’m at least being somewhat productive health-wise.

I’ve also been cooking today, which I quite enjoy doing. Overall I’ve had a great day, which I’m happy about! I hope your day has been just as good, if not even better than mine has 🙂

I’ll see you all here again soon. Today is a magnificent day to be happy!

Day #230 – Dreaming of dance

On days like today, I feel like my entire day is taken up by either dancing or thinking about dancing. Not that that’s a bad thing, of course 😉

Because of the long time I spend dancing, stretching, and working out, I consider that to be my daily exercise. I’m always so tired afterwards, but in a fantastic, accomplished way.

I’ll see y’all soon. Today is a magnificent day to be happy!

Day #229 – My new happy place

Hello my beautiful friends! I hope that today has served you well.

I’ve worked out quite a lot today, some including HIIT, bike riding, and cardio. It’s amazing to feel the refreshing after effects of exercising once again.

I’ve figured out that I can use riding my bike as a bit of a mental escape. Listening to happy music and riding in the sunshine gives me a sense of peace and contentment that is unmatched by any other experience I’ve had. I don’t know what it is about something as simple as riding my bike, but it is more to me than just a warm up. It’s like a little vacation for my soul, where all I focus on is feeling my best.

Thank you for being here, whether it be your first time visiting my blog or you’re a returning guest. Your presence means more to me than you know! Remember that today is a magnificent day to be happy.

Day #228 – Normal exercise

Hello my lovelies! I hope you’ve all had a wonderful day.

Today I’ve finally reentered the realm of my usual exercise routine. Stretching, bike riding, weight lifting, and HIIT filled my day for the first time in nearly 2 weeks. It felt great to move my body and get my blood pumping! I hope to continue working out regularly now, since I seem to be feeling better every day.

I’ll see you tomorrow. Today is a magnificent day to be happy!

Day #227 – Pure exhaustion

My body, mind, and overall being is exhausted.

At this point, I need rest… whether that be sleep or just a mental break from everything. I haven’t had a very pleasant day, and the weight of the past few days seems to be dragging me down. I’m again glad that today is over; the next few days will only get better from here.

Once again I got in my exercise by walking around a ton outside. This is kind of a good wya to restart my active lifestyle, all this walking around; still some sort of exercise, although it’s very light intensity.

Thank you for supporting me by reading my entries. Y’all are the reason I’m constantly motivated to do better! Today is a magnificent day to be happy!

Day #226 – Hotter than an oven

It is so. Hot.

Like, extremely hot.

Also, I’m so glad today is over. I don’t want to elaborate, but I’ll just say that I’m ready for 24 hours from now.

I definitely got in my exercise today… I walked almost 7 miles in the heat. I’m worn out.

Even though today wasn’t my best, there are still so many reasons that today is a magnificent day to be happy. I’m so glad to see you here and I hope you visit again. Goodbye!

Day #225 – Theme park fun

Aloha! Happy Friday!

Today, I’ve spent many hours outside. I went to a theme park and water park with my family, and had so much fun doing so! We got to spend a lot of fun, quality time together, while at the same time being very active. I love healthy bonding activities such as this!

Sadly, I’ve also been quite stressed this evening. For personal reasons, my weekend is likely going to be horrible. Im not looking forward to Saturday and Sunday. I’m ready for Monday for once!

Whether you had one thing after another come your way or the best day of your week, today is still a magnificent day to be happy. Adios!

Day #224 – Independence Day

Hello my lovelies! If you celebrate it, happy Independence Day! If you don’t, well, happy Thursday 😉

Today I have been feeling slightly better, although I’m still in quite a lot of pain. I didn’t feel up to working out, but I did stretch for a good while. It felt great to at least do something with my body besides sitting or sleeping.

I’ve also been traveling today and spending time with family. I’ve overall had a great day! I’m glad that I’ve been able to enjoy it fairly normally, considering I had surgery a week ago.

I hope to see you here again tomorrow. Today is a magnificent day to be happy!

Day #223 – Finally, normal food

As of this morning, I’ve been cleared to eat normal food (rather than the soft foods diet). I have never been so excited to eat an apple as I was when I return from my dentist’s office today!

Along with losing the special diet, my exercise restrictions have been lifted and I’m now able to ease back into working out whenever I’m ready. I didn’t feel well enough to exercise today, but I likely will tomorrow. I’m so excited to be able to return to my normal lifestyle!

Today’s been a great day for me, as I hope it’s been for you. Remember that you are important, you are beautiful, and you can face whatever is ahead of you with a smile on your face! Today is a magnificent day to be happy!