Hi Everyone! This is a Fit Fashion Review for the brand new (not even on the market yet!) Leaf by Bellabeat. I get a lot of questions about different fitness trackers, so when I had the opportunity to review the Leaf I jumped on it. The app hasn’t gone live yet (it will go live when the product debuts), but I got to trial the fashion side of the fitness tracker and I really liked it. It’s nice to see a fitness tracker that is versatile, attractive and functional. Check out my review in the video below. If you are interested in getting on the e-mail list you can sign up and get the discount code here: http://midgam.me/1wMAwKg. I am looking forward to trying out the app when it is released! Melissa
This is a throwback workout that kicked my butt (the video is below)! Make sure you warm up (jog in place, do some walking or jump rope) to get your body ready to work hard. Warming up increases your ability to maximize the effort put out during the workout, and improves the calorie burn.
This is an intense workout. The breakdown is similar to the breakdown I use in my Boot Camp classes. If you are just starting to build up your endurance and strength, or find that this is to intense you can substitute rest or marching for the high knees between rounds. You can also shorten the intervals. I have mentioned before, HIIT workouts are one of the best ways you can burn fat while maintaining your lean muscle mass. This allows you to keep your shape and strength, while improving your metabolism.
I also want to give a shout out to Chase Infinite. This company does more than make cute clothes. They donate $1 for every shirt they sell to various charities including: the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, American Heart Association, Wounded Warrior Project and Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
The Strong Women tank (pictured above) is aligned with fighting domestic violence.
Chase Infinite is offering a special Discount Code to BenderFitness Fans: enter the coupon code “fitness” to save 20% off your order at their website: www.ChaseInfinite.com/women.
Lately, I have been spending a lot of time thinking about what I can do to help make a difference in the world. I like that this company has incorporated motivation and charity into their mission statement.
Have a great night and enjoy the workout!
Melissa
Click the link to get your own Gymboss Interval Timer! Max Reps During Each 60 second interval, 30 seconds of High Knees between exercises.
*Beginners start with 30 seconds of max reps, 15 seconds of rest (or high knees) between exercises. *HIIT workouts are very intense. Push yourself, but also listen to your body. 1. Decline Pushups 2. Double Squat Jump 3. Burpee 4. Reverse Hook Crunch 5. Spiderman Plank 6. Frogger 7. Lunge Jump 8. Surfer 9. Single Leg Frogger 10. Temple Tap Abs 11. Frog Hopper 12. Curtsy Lunge Kick (right) 13. Curtsy Lunge Kick (left) 14. Rotating Side Plank Crunch 15. Squat Twist
I have to admit that I have a weakness when it comes to fashionable fitness clothes. I LOVE them! Finding a great new sports bra that is comfortable, functional and fashionable can be quite a trial. Anytime I find a brand that meets all three of these criterion it’s a cause for celebration.
My new favorite fitness brand is Body Rock Sport by Kelly Dooley. Their website is: www.bodyrocksport.com
They have a ton of different styles to choose from. They range from low impact to high impact, sexy to functional, and they are all fashionable.
I tried out the Durga Bra and Booty shorts from the yoganista collection last night. The bra made me look a little bit bustier than I expected so if you want more coverage go a size up from what you think you need. I wasn’t sure how the shorts and top would stay in place while I worked out, but I was pleasantly surprised. Everything fit comfortably, and stayed where it should while I worked out!
I pretty much want everything on the site, but the sports bras that are currently topping my wishlist are: Cher, Pam, Annie, Diana, and Elena. They also have great bottoms, and tops. So be sure to check them out!
Do you have any favorite fitness brands?
Melissa
PS The pictures below are of me trying out the Durga bra and shorts in gold burnout. The blue bra I am rocking in my profile picture is the Kelsey bra from their collection.
