The Joie of Health and fitness

"A one hour workout is only 4% of your day. No excuses."

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 21:52:58 -0400

“A one hour workout is only 4% of your day. No excuses.”

ABS! Followed by kickboxing and spin. I try to stick to things...

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 16:00:21 -0400

ABS! Followed by kickboxing and spin.

I try to stick to things that work your inner core without weights so you won’t have a bulging six pack. I fell in love with TRX because you can’t work your whole body with it not just your core. You can do 3 sets of 15 with knees to your chest and back out without your feet touching the ground. You can also do knees to the sides to work the oblique. Do as many reps as you can. The more the better. On the right I’m hanging and lifting my knees all the way to my chest without swinging your legs back. That’s important. You can leave them bent or straight, which ever you can handle. Really contract your core during these workouts, If you try it. Hope it helps :)

hi :) how did you learn the routine to the step class? did they teach you before or was it just made up on the spot? x

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 15:42:45 -0400

It’s taught and repeated each class so the more you go the more you get the hang of it. The people that have been taking it long modify some of the movements to make it more challenging.

You're so bomb! I've always said that you have so much positive energy and I really look up to you for that. This blog is AMAZING. Thank you for sharing these lovely tips :)

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 15:41:36 -0400

Alrighty. Had to make a Tumblr just to ask u something smh lol Anyways. Just wanted to ask could u make more video's? Like step by step ones of wat u do when u work out?

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 15:41:27 -0400

I’m gonna work on it.

Hey Joie! You motivated me to get back in the gym and I've lost 10 pounds so far. I would like to try Herbalife...what do I order? Thanks!

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 15:41:08 -0400

Great! Good job! Try the stuff I listed

hi miss joie with the major weight gain from having your daughter how did you keep from getting stretch marks

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 15:40:45 -0400

Constantly rubbing all day, and anytime I felt my skin was dry or itchy. Cocoa came Shea butter, vitamin e oil, mothers friend..

HERBALIFE! I lived by this stuff when I first started my weight...

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:55:28 -0400

HERBALIFE!
I lived by this stuff when I first started my weight loss and I still do. If you’re trying to drop weight then I would try herbalife. You do 2 shakes (breakfast and lunch) a healthy dinner and two healthy snacks in between. Also drink lots of water. I started losing weight so fast. Even days I didn’t workout I still was losing. The shakes are good and they come in different flavors. I add fruit to mine for taste and to make me more full. The personalized protein powder I use to add to the shake for more protein. Cell u loss is used for water weight. It eliminates all the extra water in your body. I love it. The tea and total control I use before I go workout. It gives me so much energy and speeds up my metabolism so I’m able to burn more calories/ fat. Lastly of what I love is the protein drink mix. You mix it with water, shake it and drink. I like to have it with me while I’m working out so after I’m done I can have something to curve my appetite. For those who do try herbalife out I promise you’ll love it. It really works!

What is an average day's meal for you? Because, I am trying to eat heathier than I have before.

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:31:02 -0400

Egg white and veggie omelet with turkey bacon, fruit and nuts in between, lunch salmon and veggies and dinner a mixed green salad. It just depends. I switch it up a lot

What should you do to focus more on your abdominal area? What should you eat and what kinds of exercises are best?

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:29:46 -0400

Cardio. Intense cardio. Stay away from bread, potatoes, rice or any other heavy carb.

Hello! I recently had a c-section like 4 days ago lol, I want to start working out, doing mild things until im able to start doing full blown work outs, do u have any suggestions on what I can do to start the process on getting my stomach to go down? Thanks so much Robyn

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:28:57 -0400

For now, no. Just wait. You don’t wanna infect your incision or anything

Ok. I had a baby via c section 4 months ago and I gained 83, I lost 53 but I want to lose another 40. I lost the weight with the "just found out my man cheated on me" diet, but the not eating and working out isn't working. Are there any home workouts I can do with baby? I can only make it to gym 3 times a week. I had the cutest shape before my baby. He's a blessing but this body is another story!

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:27:33 -0400

Of course. I’ve tried the Brazilian butt lift lol I love it. Insanity is a good one as well. You should try herbalife and all you’ll need is 3 days a week of cardio. You’ll lose weight not working out.

do you have any good recipes for healthy foods for babies ?

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:25:48 -0400

Healthy baby food. Well, the have the baby food maker that they sell online, at target and/or babies r us but what I did what steamed all the greens veggies and then just mashed them with a spoon or fork. And the fruit just cut up or mash. Bananas and peach, beets blueberry and banana. I mostly gave my daughter everything by itself

Any songs that get you through your workout that you could recommend?

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:22:25 -0400

Yes! I’m gonna be posting my playlist soon, maybe tomorrow.

You're the 3rd beautiful younge woman ive come accross with a work out/ healthy plan over these past 2 months and i am completely convinced now that is the way to go! lol. I'm excited now to tone up my body and more importantly eat healthier n feel lighter. Especially if the process looks so motivating like yours. Thank You! How often do you work out a week and for how long?

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:21:42 -0400

No problem :) I work out 5 times a week and about 1-2 hours depending on what workout I’m doing

Good Afternoon! (I live on the east cost Maryland to be specific) I just read your entire tumblr page. (sighs) weph! that was a lot of reading but it was so worth it. Okay I'm messaging you because I'm currently trying to eat healthy. The goal I'm trying to establish for myself is a healthy body and weight gain because I'm twenty years old, 5'1 in a half, and I weigh 90.4 lbs. and I was hoping you could tell me what I could eat or do to gain weight?

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:21:02 -0400

Gain weight? Lol well, lots of carbs. You still wanna keep it nutritious though. Lots of pasta with veggies and chicken or fish, Rosemary potatoes, whole wheat breads. You would have to eat more bread and potatoes and flour basically lol hope that helps

Do you know if the company of the vegetable drink sell them online?

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:18:52 -0400

I’m not sure, I get them from wholefoods but I’m pretty sure if you google it they might.

u have the best blog on tumblr 4real <3

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:18:22 -0400

Aww thank you

Other than water, what are other liquids you drink? Like do you buy the packaged vitamin c powder than you can put in your bottled waters? I do drink alot of water too. No soda or juice. Anything else?

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:18:09 -0400

Just water for the most part. You can always invest in a juicer and make your own fresh squeezed juice.

Hi Joie! Your drive for fitness is amazing/inspiring! Could you please share what your diet is like on a typical day, how many ounces of water do you drink, and skin care regimen (which is flawless by the way)? You're so pretty!

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:17:22 -0400

Thank you so much. Now just eat balanced meals throughout the day. So every 3-4 hours. I always have snacks on me or I pack a lunch to go. Mixed greens or spinach with baked salmon or white fish. I drink 4 16 oz bottles of water a day. A little bit more if I’m working out. Hope that helps.