Happy Valentine’s Day friends! Most years I roll my eyes at this commercial holiday that has become focused more on chocolates, flowers and gifts than just taking time to be thankful for loved ones. However, this year, I woke up this morning bursting with happiness. Over the past few weeks I’ve been reminded multiple times that I am blessed with an incredible support group of friends, co-workers and family members both near and far. So regardless of your status this Valentine’s Day, I hope you can take a moment to be thankful for yourself and those people in your life you hold dear. I took a few minutes earlier today to thank each of my team members for their support by gifting them $5 on Venmo for a coffee or sweet treat. It isn’t much but sometimes the smallest, unexpected gestures are the most rewarding.
This morning Bo and I kicked off Valentine’s Day at Orangetheory Park Slope with a grueling Valentine’s Day themed partner workout led by Coach Corey. One of my favorite coaches, his playlist is always amazing and he did a great job motivating the class today as well as providing prenatal adjustments. This morning’s partner workout included an endurance hill and speed treadmill station, rowing and squat thrust station and a strength station that was packed with squats, chest flies and tricep extensions. By the time the clock hit 7:45, Bo and I were both dripping in sweat. Speaking of Orangetheory workouts, did you guys know that every Orangetheory location across the US does the same workout each day? My mind was blown when I discovered this the other day. How fun is that?!
Workout dates are something that Bo and I are trying to prioritize in our schedule between now and June when Baby Girl Diamond arrives. As many of you know, we both enjoy sweating together as it provides us with time before our busy days to connect, workout and enjoy each other’s company. When we started dating fourteen years ago, fitness was not a priority, as you can tell from the above picture. Since we’ve been together we’ve lost a combined weight of one hundred pounds, much of which can be attributed to our healthier and more active lifestyle. I’m so thankful that these days Bo and I equally enjoy working out and staying active together. In fact, it’s become such a part of our routine that I often take it for granted until I read posts like this. Since running is something that I enjoy more than him, most of our workout dates revolve around workouts we enjoy equally such as high intensity interval training at Orangetheory or Fhitting Room, spin classes at FlyWheel or swimming at the YMCA.
This evening we will continue to enjoy Valentine’s Day together by cooking one of our favorite dishes together, sesame encrusted tuna, and relax with a movie.
Hope you guys have a great day!
OMG…so cute in both pictures, but what a difference! Congrats on your accomplishments!!! <3
What a great way to start the day!
Can’t wait to see how you incorporate parenthood into your workouts. What you did for your team was so nice!
I didn’t know that Orangetheory was the same workout all across the country! I’ve always wondered about that. I’m starting to go there twice a week as of tomorrow so I’ll have to chat workouts with you 🙂
Wait, I’m pretty sure we’ve discussed this 🙂
It’s so awesome to stay fit with your spouse… it’s SO much easier as a team! I’m sure you’ll guys keep it up after baby girl arrives- we use a divide and conquer approach. 😉
That is so sweet! Congrats on the combined total weight loss. Glad you have each other!
Thank you so much Desiree!
I love that y’all prioritize fitness! I’m i the same boat as the gal’s site you linked above.. My husband isn’t into fitness at all… I just try and try to encourage him to join me. He really got into swimming for a bit, but has since let that fall by the wayside. Walks are the best when he’ll agree to them! Question–did you enjoy your tuna rare? I LOVE seared tuna, but missed it so much while pregnant! I often wonder if I could have just enjoyed some in moderation!