My Newest Love

You guys.  How freaking sad/lame/pathetic is it that I have not posted since August 15th?  Ugh.  I am going to get my act together & try to post at least 2x a week in 2019.  We will see how it goes.  Since my last post, I am happy to announce that I have a major new love in my life…Spin Class.  Fortunately, my husband and kids are supportive of my new relationship which makes it even BETTER!  In the past, I have tried random spin classes at the YMCA and through a township program.  The Spin I am referring to does not compare…it’s Rhythmic.  Meaning lots of choreography, push-ups & sit-ups on the bike.  It’s basically like a dance party with the added bonus of cardio.  Luckily, I am able to take these classes because stRIDE Spin and Fitness opened about 5 minutes from my house.  I thank God every day for this place, as it has played a major role in relieving stress from work life/mom life/LIFE!

I try to go at least 5 times a week, which is doable because they offer childcare.  GAME CHANGER.  2 kids, $5.  Can’t beat it.  And the kids love it.  It’s such a positive environment for them to be a part of.  stRIDE also offers other classes like boxing, TRX, barre, and Pilates.  My 2019 goal is to expand and diversify my routine, but more to come on that. Although I have been spinning for a few months, I still sit my ass in the back row or the sidebar.  I am hoping to move up to that front row sooner rather than later.  Since I still only wear my sneakers, I am going to buy a pair of cycling shoes when I get my commission check in February.  Then I will be legit!

If you are debating joining a studio near you, or stRIDE if you are lucky enough to be in the area, you should totally give it a try.  I am so glad I did.  It seriously changed my life.
Below is a list of some things I love about stRIDE:

1) LOUD ASS MUSIC.  Music is a huge passion, so when there are theme rides like Nicki vs. Cardi and Kanye vs. Taylor HELL YES I am going to be there.

2) STAFF. The owners, Tori and Jess, are amazing.  They inspire.  They kick ass.  They smile and are friendly to everyone.  The staff is very talented, caring, passionate…just awesome people in general.

3) MEMBERS.  Some have been riding for years, and I have been in a number of classes where it’s someone’s first ride.  Everyone is very supportive and motivating, no matter what level.

4) NEW & BEAUTIFUL SPACE.  Check it out on their Social feeds, or go visit.  It’s beautiful.

5) CHILDCARE.  I mentioned it already, but it’s that important.

6) BRYN & DANES.  They offer a local healthy restaurant Bryn & Dane’s menu…place your order w/ the front desk before class and your smoothie/acai bowl/etc. will be waiting for you when you’re done.

7) MERCH.  Always coming out with cute stuff for us to wear!

8) THE WORKOUT ITSELF.  Whenever I leave there, I am sweaty AF, happy AF, and refreshed AF.  And a majority of the classes are only 45 minutes.  Can’t beat it.

And this is not an ad.  I swear.  I just love to write about things in my life that mean a lot to me and this is one of them.  And that is my new post, I hope you all enjoyed.

🙂