Sweat Soiree

09/06/2024

Are you comfortable??

I am!! How is that deep squat?? Let’s get it today.

All I got today… more to come!!

27/05/2024

Meat prep!! (Yes, just meat— not “meal” 🤣)

Chicken thighs! I like boneless/skinless for convenience, but bone-in is always the best.

I remove from fridge, marinate for 2-3 hours on countertop (in a large bowl of course), and bake at 385 for about 30 minutes. Finish for 5 minutes on broil to get that crispy skin if you opted for bone-in cuts!

My marinade is an “Orange sauce” which I named it for its color, not to represent the citrus fruit or some kind of sweet sauce a la Panda Express. I love to use mustard and sriracha, with added vinegar, peanut oil, salt, pepper, parsley, and onion powder.

I prepped some red lentils alongside of my chicken, but they are in my fridge separately (indirect meal prep). That way I can grab a chicken if just want chicken, lentils if I just want lentils, or both for a meal.

Lentils are a great nutrient-dense carb with lots of fiber and as much protein as possible for a legume (please, fact check me on plant type). Personally flour-based carbs (such as bread) always leave me hungrier than before I ate, so my carbs of choice are lentils, potatoes, and fruit. Rice is another great option, but personally I feel the same effect as flour— I could eat it all day and not get full.

I avoided cheese/dairy for a long time but they are great calorie-dense options. I tend to eat lighter since I dislike the feeling of a full belly, so cheese and whey help me reach calorie goals without that full-belly feeling.

What’s your go-to healthy carb??


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24/05/2024

Slam ball fun times

23/05/2024

Who needs a gym when you can walk at least two hundred miles

The longest road in the world to walk, is from Cape Town (South Africa) to Magadan (Russia).
No need for planes or boats, there are bridges.
It's a 22,387 Kilometers and it takes 4,492 hours to travel.
It would be 187 days walking nonstop, or 561 days walking 8 hours a day.
Along the route, you pass through 17 countries, six time zones and all seasons of the year.

07/05/2024

Another resistance band appreciation post 🤣

Working out at home means foregoing the big gym hardware. But you can do just fine by being resourceful!

This set of bands came with Velcro leg straps. I tightened one against the pole to target those mid-range motion workouts. They need an appropriate height adjustment for me, but it’s all good!

I also wrapped another band along the top of the pole, with a golf towel buffer to eliminate potential wear n tear of elastic on metal. This way I can get upper-range movements in.

Mid-range exercises in this set up could be a Pallof press (obliques) or shoulder rotation movements (rotator cuffs). Upper range exercises would be tricep extensions or even full-body pull-down cable crunches.

[pics are just for inspiration! If you are looking for advice on good form… this ain’t it🤣. But I will show good form soon as well]

The gym is lovely, but architecture is your friend too! Skateboarding is not a crime, and remember to call your mother.

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Stay sweaty and hydrated!

03/05/2024

In the realm of fitness, the eternal debate between free weights and resistance bands often takes center stage. Both offer unique advantages, but today, we’re shining a spotlight on the underrated hero of the gym: resistance bands.

What sets resistance bands apart from their heavyweight counterparts? Let’s dive in.

Follow the link to read up and work out!!!

Resistance bands vs free weights, good for all experience levels, home fitness tips,

28/04/2024

Elevate Your Yoga Experience: The Importance of Proper Yoga Gear!

Yoga is awesome since you can do a lot on your own, without the aid of expensive hardware and gear. That being said, once you find you love the benefits and convenience of yoga, you may want a few things to amplify your experience. Check out this article detailing some things you will need and why, and check some of the offerings at the sweat soiree shop to see if anything fits your style.

Stay Sweaty!
https://sweatsoiree.com/elevate-your-yoga-experience-the-importance-of-proper-yoga-gear/