Ryan and I have been in Houston for about 4 1/2 months, and being the natural southerners that we are, we miss home! Earlier in the day, I put together a photo album from our wedding and decided Thanksgiving should come a little sooner.
So we were thrilled when Ryan's parents stopped by to visit while they were in town to see friends. They stocked our fridge with grapefruit, red beans, meatballs, and homemade salsa. So sweet :)
We relaxed, had a few drinks, and went through some pictures.
Then we had dinner at Niko Niko's, a Greek American restaurant. I've been there three times, and I know its one of Ryan's Houston favorites. I don't remember what I had each time, but from what I do remember, they make a great stuffed eggplant boat, french fries, and baklava!
After dinner, Ryan's parents mentioned they would like to see where we worked, so we drove past the med center and past my school. We had a good time, and we can't wait to see everyone again over the holidays!
Now, on to Sunday's workout!
I knew I was going to eat a lot of food at Niko Niko's, so I made sure to get in a workout Sunday morning. It's been quite muggy, so I didn't want to run outside. Instead, I did a few warm up videos on YouTube (check out this one if you like Broadway!) and then created this circuit workout:
Plank
Reverse Lunge Kick (hold medicine ball at your chest)
Shoulder Raises
Tricep Push Ups
Medicine Ball Bicep Curls
Burpees w/ Medicine Ball
Pike Push Ups
1-Leg Hip Raises (and add a medicine ball chest throw with each rep)
Supermen w/ Medicine Ball (or yoga ball)
Squat Press w/ Medicine Ball
Rest as needed! And don't forget to cool down and stretch out when you're done :) I'm not a big fan of pike push ups, but I include them because I know it's a great exercise. Little did I know that I'd have to do them again at 5am the next morning in my group fitness class! Ugh. My shoulders are tired.
Question: Do you have a favorite workout video or warm up that you'd like to share???
Good night!
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