Class of the Week: Step!

Step is literally the most fabulous class I have ever taken! I have been taking it all summer to get in shape sometimes twice a week! It is a non-stop, 1 hour class that includes a power playlist and not a moment of rest! My instructor Denise is crazy and fun and perfect for pushing me through the calorie burning class. The step can sometimes intimidate people but trust me when I say, it will help you get into the best shape of your life! Because there are no breaks it makes you push yourself til you need to stop. If you are ever in Pittsburgh, Amerifit's Step classes are the best around, if not go check out one near you. You will NOT be disappointed!

xoxo, MAG

TRUTH: Summer Bod

Most people I know are under some kind of illusion that "the workout" equals "the body". I was one of these delusional people for pretty much all of high school. When I put on the Freshman 10, I was caught off guard and decided to dig deeper. I am a fitness junkie, for life!!!! I am not saying that you sweating it out for two hours a day is a waste...I am simply saying you should probably take a deeper look at what you are putting in your mouth! 

• Let's Talk Proteins: For all of our lives we have been trained that protein is the end all, be all. Don't get me wrong...you should get your daily dose, but not from the typical foods we go to. Fresh Broccoli has wayyyyy more protein than an oz of beef. People are under some kind of kick that meat is the way to go, which then hurts their veggie and fruit intake. I AM TELLING YOU! Time to put some green in your meals. 
• People are Scaredy Cats: For all of your lives, you usually have set usuals, especially when it comes to food. But food is amazing! And there is a whole world out there of foods that people have never tried because they are too scared or don't have the money. I promise if you read up on some cooking ideas, you can make just about anything taste good! Health foods will keep you alive way longer than any fast food substitution. It becomes set in your brains since you are a kid that you won't like or enjoy healthier foods.
• Processed Foods are a NOGO: Just cut it out now. If it comes in a package no matter what...it is bad for your body. Even the fat-free or 100 calorie alternatives are terrible for you. Just trust me when I say, no processed foods!

I will report on healthy eating sometime within the next two weeks with my report on Eat to Live! In the mean time, read up and practice eating clean and healthy! 

 xoxo, MAG

Summer Check In

I have taken two days off to start my prep vacation prep. Starting tomorrow I will have a week until vacation and hope to loose 4 lbs if possible. I will cleanse with fruit shakes and salads and drink only naked juices next Thursday as a "fake cleanse". As far as working out goes, I will do classes Saturday and Sunday and start running Monday-Thursday. Abs every single day! Just a quick last minute easy prep for everyone to throw into their routine. 

xoxo, MAG

Cleanse It!

I did a cleanse right before the 4th of July to make sure I looked as best as I could for a bathing suit. I went to wholefoods and spent about $20 on three bottles of Suja juices. I HATED JUICE CLEANSING. I wasn't extremely hungry and I loved Fuel, but I noticed I didn't have a ton of energy. I couldn't bare to drink Fiji because it tasted like celery and the Vanilla Cloud would have been nice to mix in with like a Chai Tea or milkshake but overall I didn't enjoy the taste. By the end of the night I had a small plate of peppers and shrimp just because I was hungry and wanted to taste something good. I did however notice that I looked alittle leaner. Which I can also credit to the past week of me exercising a ton. I would maybe try a juice cleanse again if need be, but a few other flavors. 

xoxo, MAG

20 Tips for Ladies!!!

I found this little gem on Pinterest and thought I should share it with everyone! I think it really captures the essence of being young and alive and fun. It is from GirlsGuideTo.com, so enjoy and make sure you check out their site!

 xoxo, MAG