Don't Be THAT Person

Imagine this: you worked all day long and are exhausted but you paid $30 to take your favorite fitness class tonight.  You have on your favorite workout outfit and you get to class a few minutes early, claim your space and set up your equipment.  Your favorite instructor walks in and is about to start class when a whirlwind of a hot mess comes in and has NO idea what's going on!  We've all seen it, those people that just don't have a clue how to behave in a fitness setting.  Today I'm going to share the top three ways to avoid being that whirlwind of a hot mess.

1. Be early, not on time...

and definitely NOT late.  Keep in mind that every fitness studio you go to will probably have paperwork to fill out.  Try to remember the rule "If you're 10 minutes early, you're on time.  If you're on time, you're late." If you are rushing in at the last minute not only are you completely annoying the instructor and your classmates but you may not be giving yourself the time you may need to grab any equipment (free weights, resistance bands, etc) and you may miss the warm-up.

2. Zip it

I love to go to classes with my friends.  They provide motivation when you need it and there's just something to be said for knowing that someone else is suffering through those 90 second planks just as mush as you are.  However, a class is NOT the time to chit chat.  I have zero tolerance for this and have been known to stand right in between 2 of my barre clients to get them to zip it.  You paid a lot of money to be there and take the class so focus on yourself and not whatever you and your friends are doing that weekend.

3. Know your place

Unless the class is completely full spread out and give everyone some room.  There is nothing like getting your perfect spot in a class and having someone set up literally right next to you.  Unless you are a REALLY hot guy that is going to ask me out afterwards then by all means set up as close as you want :)

March Goals

I know I didn't show up to do February Goals but I'm back in action for March.  I am finding myself super motivated right now so I'm hoping that lasts through the month and I can knock these goals out!

March Goals
1. Workout 5-6 times a week
I'm really hoping it's 6 times a week but I'm leaving myself that wiggle room just in case.

2. Procrastinate less
I have gotten into a really bad habit of not paying a bill til the day it's due or leaving laundry to sit until the last minute.  I would really like to break this habit this month.

3. Try 4 new workouts 
I have 2 new ones scheduled this week so fingers crossed I hit this one early.

4. Stay on top of my workload
Now that I've been through my first bi-monthly program, I think I know better what I need to prepare a head of time so I'm not scrambling at the end of the month to get stuff done.

5. Get decorations hung on my walls
I still have not hung 1 stinking thing on my walls and it is killing me.  This month I vow to get frames and artwork hung and photographed so yall can finally see some of my bachelorette pad!

Now I want to hear from you guys!  What are yalls goals for this month?

The Ride House

Have you ever been to an event and left knowing that you just found something special?  Something that made not only your heart happy but your soul happy?

This happened to me Tuesday night when I was lucky enough to attend a ClassPass event at The Ride House.  The Ride House opened about a week ago and this place has already generated a huge amount of buzz!  I was super nervous as I clipped in to my bike because #1 I had never clipped into a bike before and #2 the only class on a bike I've ever done is a Les Mills RPM class.

As soon as the music started though, I knew I'd be ok.  A hot sweaty mess, but ok.  Our instructor Jasmine was not only beautiful but so engaging and really got the whole class (or Tribe as they call it) excited and motivated for the next 45 minutes.  The playlist was awesome and I'm pretty sure I sang along with every song including the newest Ellie Goulding which literally made my heart so happy to hear!

The class included push-ups, tap backs and weight work all of which I'd never done in RPM.  The 45 minutes were really centered around riding to the beat of the music which was right up my alley.  By the time it was over I knew I'd be back for more next week!

After class we got to enjoy juices from Tribal, shopping from Lululemon and other goodies!  I also got to connect with the fabulous Mai Lyn!  If you haven't checked out her amazing blog go read it now!

I can't wait to get back for another ride!