March 1, 2013 - Brooklyn Active Mama

Weekly Wednesday Workout: Cross Behind Lunge

by Nellie March 27, 2013

Weekly Wednesday Workout: Cross Behind Lunge

So for this weeks workout we are going to try some cross behind lunges:

httpv://youtu.be/8ipiAa25qEY

These are hard, I have done these before in total body class and oh my word–The BURN! You can do these with weights or without. I would do them with weight because the burn in the legs will most likely cancel out the burn in the arms if you were holding dumb bells :). If you have knee issues I recommend you stay away from this exercise. It is one of those moves that you need to concentrate to execute properly or before you know it you will be on the floor.

You feel it in your glutes, quads, hamstrings–ALL of that. Usually after a couple of sets, you feel it the next day as well. Just a fun twist on the ordinary lunge!

Would you try the cross behind lunge?

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Weekly Wednesday Workout: Renegade Rows

by Nellie March 20, 2013

Weekly Wednesday Workout: Renegade Rows

During my old total body class we used to do these all the time. I can’t say I love them, but I can say they are effective!

See what I love about this move the most is of course there is minimal equipment involved, so even if you don’t have a pair of dumbbells you can use something else that is equivalent in weight and size. Doing this move really works your core as well since you are in a constant push up motion. It looks deceptively easy but after a while in the push up position your arms really start to feel it, compound that on the fact that you are lifting weights at the same time and whoa! It is a full body toning exercise, perfect for those that don’t have a lot of time! 🙂

Have you ever tried renegade rows?

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I’m Now A Mother Of A Four Year Old

by Nellie March 11, 2013

Believe it or not, I am the mother of a 4 year old.

When did this happen?

All of a sudden I am wrapped up in pre-k lotteries and a growing boy with more opinions than I can count.

For his birthday we usually go all out and have a huge family gathering with clowns and balloons and the whole nine. This year we did something a little bit subdued since we just had my huge party at my house just a few weeks ago. I think I am still all partied out 🙂

So in the spirit of minimalism, we decided to have a small party at the daycare with a cake, party bags and smiles for all.

He loved it! He was SUPER excited and happy! So were his friends. I was really worried that he would notice that it wasn’t a grand celebration but he enjoyed this just as much, if not more. He celebrated with his friends that he sees everyday and he got CAKE! What could really be better for a four year old??

Happy 4th Birthday Baby.

Do you guys go all out for every birthday for your child? Is it a huge celebration? Or do you celebrate quietly?

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Weekly Wednesday Workout: Lying Leg Raises

by Nellie March 6, 2013

Weekly Wednesday Workout: Lying Leg Raises

My abs are my trouble spot, if I had to choose one area that I could put a magic wand on it would be my abdominal area. The great thing is, its going down, which is awesome but only because I have really started to give them the attention that they deserve. My old workout involved a lot of lifting and squats and etc, but all the while I left the core alone. Time to change ALL of that!

httpv://youtu.be/1CQg5cyrL3Q

This one I love because it can be done during your favorite TV show on the floor of your living room or even at the gym. These are no joke! I’m not looking for six pack abs but I AM looking to wear some form fitting dresses this spring and summer SANS the bulge. 🙂

Have you tried leg raises?

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