Day 19 - fitness





shadow Today is #TotalFit Challenge Day 19. Today is full of interesting and fun challenges including the “#GoGreen” nutrition challenge w/ our resident nutrition expert Monica Parodi, as well as the #ThrowbackThursday “Boxing Blast” video w/ master trainer @LcFitOkc.. Enough talking, who is ready for today’s challenge?

1) “Go Green” Nutrition Challenge with @monica_parodi

Monica Parodi
Wow, this challenge has gone by fast!  I can’t believe this will be my last nutrition post until the end of the challenge.  It’s a little bitter sweet.  I am happy that you guys have done a stellar job and are almost done but I will miss getting those emails first thing in the morning.  The motivational tips and workouts have definitely exceeded my expectations!
You guys know by now that Thursdays are all about the Greens! Today’s nutrition challenge is to have something green with every meal or snack.  Add spinach to your omelet, have a salad for a snack, broccoli with hummus or try a green smoothie!
BENEFITS OF GREENS
1. Greens are high in fiber and quite low in calories and carbohydrates, which makes them great for the digestive tract and for weight loss and maintenance.
2. Greens are anti-inflammatory.
3. Greens regulate blood sugar.
4. Greens like kale, collard greens and spinach are a great source for calcium.  The calcium is also highly absorbable, unlike that in other foods.
5. Greens help control blood pressure.
6. Greens are a rich source of minerals, including potassium, magnesium, and iron.
7. Greens provide sustainable energy.
8. Greens control hunger and cravings.
9. Reduces bloating and digestive problems
Check out one of my favorite GREEN smoothies by clicking the image below.
monicas peach dream smoothie recipes


2) Blendtec Giveaway ($800 Professional Blender)

Win this $800 Blender
Today we have an $800 professional series Blendtec blender that makes creating healthy and delicious foods a breeze! To win, just purchase Monica Parodi’s Book of Smoothies for a special Challenge discount of only $10. Monica’s Book of Smoothies is being offered at a low entry price to make it affordable for all challengers to continue on the road of healthy living!
Only for a limited time will this recipe book be offered at 1/2 price… The e-book is 70 pages jam-packed with nutrition information, 44 delicious recipes, budgeting tips… and much more. 
Get the Discounted Book of Smoothies
The winner will be selected by the Total Fit Staff and notified via our daily email.


3) Total Body Boxing Blast by @LcFitOkc | #ThrowbackThursday

Today I have a treat for you!! Your workout is a fan favorite, Total Body Boxing Challenge, designed by my man LC. Give 100% with todays challenge. There will be moments when you want to quit. DON’T!! Let’s get to work!
Beginner
Perform each exercise for 30 seconds; then rest for 60 seconds
Intermediate
Perform each exercise for 45 seconds, then rest for 45 seconds
Advanced
Perform each exercise for 60 seconds, then rest for 30 seconds
*Tip – Weights for dumbbells will vary depending on the exercise. If you’re not able to keep good form, lower the weight and/or rest and then continue.

1. Burpee Sprawl

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2. Weighted Punch

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3. Seated Bicycle Kick

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4. Squat Side Kick

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5. Plank Punch w/ Opposite Leg Extension

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6. Squat Knee Strike

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7. Russian Twist Punch

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I know that was a tough one, but Great Job finishing it!! Cool down, rehydrate, then read about your Nutrition challenge for today..

4) Late Night Abs

So the last challenge of the day is to do these Ab Exercises no more than 2 hours before you go to bed..
Beginners
  • 100 Crunches
  • 100 Bicycle Sit-Ups
  • 100 Toe-Touches
  • 30 Second Plank
Intermediate
  • 150 Crunches
  • 150 Bicycle Sit-Ups
  • 150 Toe-Touches
  • 60 Second Plank
Advanced
  • 200 Crunches
  • 200 Bicycle Sit-Ups
  • 200 Toe-Touches
  • 90 Second Plank

1. Crunches

Crunches

2. Bicycle Sit-Ups

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3. Toe Touches

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How was your workout?? Did you enter to win the $800 Blendtec Blender?? Please thank @MonicaParodi for her Nutrition tips throughout this challenge. Tag me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest & Twitter to let me know how your day was…

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