Okay, so the trainer workout I did today was no joke. But I’ll get to that in a second.
I have good news and bad news…which really only applies to me and what I mentioned this morning, so no worries, friends.
The bad news is that I have yet to get in a nap and at this point, probably won’t even bother. I’m actually not feeling *too* tired, so I’m going with it.
The good news is that I got in one of the most crazy-awesome workouts this morning from one of the other trainers while at work. Yeah, pretty awesome, right? Basically, the person I’ve been working with at the gym thought it’d be a good idea for me to try working out at least once with all of the different trainers, just to get a sense for their different training styles. I was definitely game, so this morning when I said that I wanted a “killer workout,” well…this particular trainer took it quite literally.
I ended up doing moves that I’ve never pushed myself to do, and the burn that was happening was out.of.control. Here’s a peek at what it looked like:
After all of that, we then finished up with a 5-move ab circuit, and by the time I was done, I was DONE. I couldn’t believe I made it through the whole workout, and by the end, my body felt like Jell-O. Especially my arms…WOW. But I bet it’s no surprise…I loved every minute of it!
*****
By the time my shift at work was over, I headed home to make some breakfast (I snacked on the same first two snacks as last week during my shift), so I was definitely starving.
I put together a big veggie scramble, made with two eggs, 3 big handfuls of spinach, tomatoes, and red onion.
For a little sweetness, I had a rice cake topped with cinnamon swirl peanut butter on the side.
I couldn’t dig into this plate fast enough. It tasted SO good!
Lunch was another salad, which is nothing you guys haven’t seen before. I didn’t bother with any extra photos, but it was actually the same exact salad as this one, and it was quite delish.
*****
I realized that I also forgot to fill you guys in on my shoe shopping adventure from this weekend. Guess what? I actually found some new sneakers!
And guess what…I ended up buying running shoes instead of cross trainers. Go figure? Actually, I was really in need of new running sneakers too, and my parents ended up getting me a gift card to Fleet Feet for my birthday, so I decided to put it to use. I ended up with a pair of Nike Lunarglide+ 3 which, so far, have proven to be very comfortable.
I wore them to work all day today and tested them out with my Pyramid Treadmill Run yesterday, and I am loving them!
Not to mention the fact that they’re pretty sweet lookin’ too.
I can’t even believe it’s already 3:00pm; I still have errands to run. Ahh…gotta jet!
Question for the Afternoon:
When’s the last time you really, truly pushed yourself?
Talia @ Bite Size Wellness says
Oh.my.god. Your workout sounds ridiculously hard! Good for you for making it through. I am sure the soreness tomorrow will be the “good sore.” Pretty cool that you will learn some new gym moves by the other trainers. That’s awesome!
Lily says
There is NOTHING better than a killer workout to start your day off right. Have a great afternoon!
Cassie says
Awesome new sneakers! Do you have any cross trainer recommendations?
Courtney says
Well, I was looking into getting the Nike In-Season TR’s, which I’ll still probably get. I’ve already tried them on and really liked the way they fit!
Carolyn @HealthierGirl says
I like the workout that gets me to sore but really hate the soreness the next day. Is there a way to avoid that? :)
Cat @Breakfast to Bed says
Those runners are sooo cute! I’m loving black runners lately!!!
Kerry says
handstand push ups? wow, you go girl!!
Brittany @ GOtheXtraMile says
Sounds craaazy! I absolutely love crazy hard workouts. I feel so much more accomplished at the end! Your shoes are super adorable. What brand are they? I really need new shoes as well.
Courtney says
Nike LunarGlides
Courtney says
I have those sneaks too and think they are SO uncomfortable! To each their own I suppose!
Madeline (Food, Fitness, & Family) says
Umm your workout sounds intense. Haha. I am kind of wanting to do it know! Thanks for sharing! And your new kicks are pretty fabulous ;)
Lindsay @ In Sweetness and In Health says
That looks like an awesome workout!! Nice job on the handstand push-ups! I would be afraid to try them because I’m pretty sure I’d fall haha. I actually pushed myself pretty hard with a treadmill interval workout this weekend. I just posted it today…check it out if you want! :D
Steph @fitmomtraining says
Wow what a great workout! I’m definitely pinning that for future reference! Those sneaks are awesome!! And those food pics made me want to lick my monitor…
Steph @ StephSnacks says
That workout is definitely inspirational, to say the least! Lovin’ the new sneaks :)
Liz @ Tip Top Shape says
That veggie scramble looks so good!!! The last time I really pushed myself in a workout was last week with a Jillian Michaels workout. I feel like she would know if I was slacking! lol
Emilie says
They look awesome. Very cool trainers!
Tara Burner says
love the new sneakers
and ummmm seriously.honestly other than lugging a treadmill up 3 flights of stairs this weekend I’d have to say I haven’t truly pushed since November prior to my back/leg/hip injury :(
going to hide in shame now…
Tamara says
Great sounding workout; just the type I love (and love to inflict on my clients!).
Pinned it so I can try it myself later this week!
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
I saw the Nike Lunar Glides and thought they were really cool! I kind of have a thing against Nike, though since I’ve had bad luck with their shoes. I know it’s a shoe-to-shoe thing, and not a brand..but it’s a mental thing I guess!
erica says
ooh, i love the coloring of your new shoes! such fun!
i started working out with a personal trainer a few months ago. every session w/him gets tougher and tougher! (but i’m getting stronger and stronger!)
Erica @ For the Sake of Cake says
Handstand push-ups?! That sounds intense!
Love the new shoes!
Michelle (Better with Berries) says
Handstand pushups??? Crazy! That’s something for me to work for… work very hard for!
Lauren @ Chocolate, Cheese and Wine says
I need an awesome workout after all of the food I consumed yesterday ugh.
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
uggh I am so tired today too – I wanted to take a nap as well.
PS – love the new kicks!!!
Cameo says
Sounds like fun! I am all about doing metabolic resistance training – think circuits with cardio spurts in between and lots of compound body moves. It’s da bomb. I love when my arms feel like jello after a workout…I am masochistic that way;-)
As for the scramble – right up my alley! Is that Srirachi sauce on top?
Courtney says
Oh GOSH no! Hahaha, it’s ketchup. I am not a spicy foods kinda gal. ;)
Clare @ Fitting It All In says
omg just looking at that makes me cringe in pain. AWESOME job! so impressed!
Catherine says
hi!!
this may be a dumb question but what exactly is the difference between cross training sneakers vs running sneakers??
Courtney says
The way they fit your foot. Most of the time, cross trainers will offer more stability for the side to side movements that are most often done when cross training (like taking classes, etc.).
jana @ newly wife healthy life says
Wow that is one crazy workout girl! I love the handstand push ups. I was a gymnast and cheerleader and want to see if I can still bust out a handstand now! lol
Carissa says
Shew! That sounds like a good workout! Lots of full body moves with different modes of training! That’s the kind of workout that will make you hungry all day! haha!
Brandi @ Faith Fitness and Laughter says
Holy cow that sounds like a hard workout! Handstand pushups! You’re an animal! :)
So glad that you found some sneakers and that they are working out for you. :)
Stellina @ My Yogurt Addiction says
Love the sneeks! They look old school with a modern flare!
Emily @ Perfection Isn't Happy says
Handstand push-ups??? I can’t even do a regular handstand :)!
Khushboo says
Wow and that too on 5 hours of sleep…you are a beast! How long did that workout take??
Courtney says
About 45 minutes, I think? Haha…I honestly wasn’t paying too much attention!
Hope @ With A Side Of Hope says
Those sneakers are super cute! I love the colors :)
Kristin @ FoodFash says
I just posted the gray/pink pair of Nike LunarGlides to my Monday wishlist yesterday! They’re so bright and light and just begging to be used to work out!
Sarah says
I have lunar glides and I LOVE THEM! I ran my last half marathon in them and have not yet bought a new pair! I think i need to upgrade to the sweet looking black ones!
Mac says
That looks like a crazy good workout! I’m going to have to try it soon! The only thing is handstands scare… not that I’ve even tried one lately, I just have an image of me falling and breaking my neck lol
Kristen says
Can you explain what toe hops are?
Courtney says
The trainer just literally had me do little hops, with feet kept together, moving from side to side over a line in the floor that I used as a guide.
Kristen says
Thanks! Im planning on attempting the workout tomorrow :)Q
Katy @ HaveYouHurd says
SUPER CUTE SHOES!