Three and Three

Today my schedule is full and I won't make it to the gym today. Even though I am slightly thankful since the wod looks like death, I am still going to accomplish work, school, homework, personal errands, and gym time today. 2015 is my year to reach all my goals! Today's workout is a workout you can do at home in any open space, outside, or even at your gym. All you need is a yoga mat and a weight  (weight can be a dumbbell or kettle ball). 

The Workout.

3 ROUNDS of Planking

1 minute plank

resting 30 seconds in between rounds

-rest 1 minute in between workouts-

3 ROUNDS

10 Push Ups

25 Sit Ups

25 Squats

20 Lunges

20 Russian Twists (with weight)

- if you do not have weight: sub with bicycle movement

Time: 16:06

The time of the workout includes resting time. You want to stay consistent with your movements. The steadier the pace, the longer you'll last. You have to remember to breathe while you move. If you need to rest in between reps, take 10 deep breaths and resume your workout.

For weight I used 2 dumbbells at 8 pounds each. I crossed them and gently touched the floor each rep. Make sure your legs are elevated to get the full effect. If you have trouble balancing, when the dumbbell is at the center of your chest on the way to the floor, bring in your legs and push them out as the dumbbell is reaching its end point. For videos on Russian Twists please click here.

XOXO,

Wunder Under, Lululemon

Today, I am finally putting up my first fitness post. Last semester left me with hardly any time to workout as I'd like to have, but this year I am starting fresh and working on my body more. I am going to eat better for my health and my skin, and I am going to workout frequently. If I can't make it to the gym, I will at least I do something active that day.

My usual fitness routine consists of doing crossfit at Crossfit Brink, running, or at home exercises when I am pressed for time, or there is some other obstacle. For example, I was not able to eat lunch today so I am going to do a quick, weightless workout at home instead of going to crossfit. I will be focusing on a low intensity, what I like to call my "Abs and Ass" workouts, that uses only body weight. This lower-intensity workout will have to do since without lunch my body would not be able to handle a high intensity crossfit WOD (workout of the day). 

I've made many versions of this "Abs and Ass" workout, but here is what I did today:

The Workout.

4 ROUNDS

1 Minute Plank Buy In

25 Sit Ups 

25 Scissor Abs

25 Bicycles

25 Alternating Leg Ups

1 Minute Plank Buy Out

4 ROUNDS

25 Alternating Lunges

25 Squats

My Time: 20:22

Fitness Apparel of the Day

I am wearing Lululemon leggings called Wunder Under. The reviews of the leggings are not the best, but they have served me well. I have worn them over a dozen times for hiking, snowboarding, working out, and they have worked perfectly. The leggings keep me warm despite how thin they are. I actually have to be careful and avoid wearing them to workout on hotter days since they keep me so warm. But, this is why they came so handy during my winter vacation in Tennessee, and snow boarding there. My suggestion to anyone interested in Lululemon, try them on before purchase. If you are a fan of yoga, you should really look into this store!

Nike Sports Bra & Nike Free Run 5.0 Shoes

Lululemon Wunder Under Pants

XOXO,

Outfit of the Day: December 12th

LOVE CULTURE JACKET // TARGET LONG SLEEVE

OLD NAVY DENIM // ZARA SHOES

STEVE MADDEN HANDBAG

XOXO,

Pumpkin Patch

Today we stopped by a Pumpkin Patch in Lexington, South Carolina. I had a blast picking out pumpkins for our front porch. This state has so many great qualities!

FOREVER 21 DENIM / STEVE MADDEN BOOTS

LOVE CULTURE NECKLACE

XOXO,

Fashion shots by Melissa Gardipee

Hello November Two

LOVE CULTURE JACKET / DSW RIDING BOOTS

CHARMING CHARLIE HANDBAG

XOXO,

girls and graffiti

Photography taken by Edwin Gonzalez

Chelsea.

My look is really easy to put together. You just need a basic color muscle tee, high waisted shorts, and a button down. The shirt tied around your waist can/should be plaid or chambray button down, or a plain  color cotton, long sleeve. For shoes, you can dress it up by wearing gladiator sandals, or you can keep it casual with a pair of sneakers. Today, I decided to wear my favorite sneaker wedges from Ash Shoes.

Quick Tip: When ever you feel like your outfit is too simple or basic, that's a good thing! All you need is a cute handbag; or a brighter/darker shade of lipstick, and paint your nails! These little things can make your look so much more than just there. Remember: less is more!!! 

FOREVER 21 DENIM // CHARMING CHARLIE HANDBAG

OLD NAVY MUSCLE TEE AND CHAMBRAY BUTTON DOWN

MAC MATTE: DIVA // ASH SHOES

Ale.

Ale's look is a mix of that vintage pin up look with today's modern style. Which is basically what style is today. Her chambray crop top expresses that 40's look, while the white pants bring today's modern look. 

CHAMBRAY CROP TOP, Similar from Lulu's // EXPRESS SHOES

OLD NAVY FEDORA HAT & PANTS // RAY BAN SUNWEAR

Elyse.

Today, Elyse wore the boots paired with a muscle tee and distressed shorts. I love this mix because all the pieces are individually edgy and it's an easy look to put together. 

LOVE CULTURE TOP // GUESS DENIM // RAY BAN SUNWEAR
STEVE MADDEN COMBAT BOOTS // DC CAP

Models.

Chelsea Cumba | Elyse Alvarez | Alejandra Ortiz

Stylist.

Chelsea Cumba, Personal Style Blogger

.aka.

Style by Chels

Photography by.

Edwin Gonzalez

XOXO,