Okay friends, it’s time for Week 3 of the #BOSUstrong challenge with BOSU and Fit Approach! Join in on this week’s challenges and you could win this week’s giveaway of your very own BOSU trainer. You don’t need to use a BOSU to take part in the challenge – just check out the daily prompts for this week below and join in the fun on Instagram or Twitter.
Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by BOSU – all opinions expressed are my own. I’m so happy to be part of the Fit Approach (Sweat Pink) community and love helping to support the brands they work with.
My 5 fave stretches and 3 tips for toning your whole body!
I can’t believe it’s already week 3 of the #BosuStrong challenge, time flies when you’re having fun! Last week we focused on balance and I was proud of myself for backing off and letting my body rest when I got sick – balance is about knowing when to push and knowing when to recover. This week it’s all about stretching and toning – so make sure you join in on the fun!
Since we’re talking about stretching here are 5 of my all time favorite stretches:
- I love to stretch my legs by doing downward facing dog.
- My favorite total body stretch is foam rolling.
- I swear when I do yoga, it feels like I’m the most inflexible person in the world. <– it’s a work in progress! 😉
- I stretch my mind by reading as much as I can.
- I try to stretch out of my comfort zone by trying new workouts.
And if you’re looking for a great way to tone your muscles, here are my fave 3 tips (tricks, advice, words of wisdom, etc):
- Healthy muscles aren’t just about getting strong and lean. Keeping your muscles working well means breaking up the fascia (the connective tissue that surrounds your muscles). You can do this through self myofascial release (foam rolling, self massage) or through getting a sports massage.
- Rest! Yes, rest. When you’re strength training, your muscles are getting broken down by tiny micro-tears caused by the strain of lifting heavy weights. When you stop working, your body starts the repair process to fix those micro tears, which is what makes you stronger. Sufficient sleep and rest days are important parts of the process.
- How you eat and drink will impact your muscles’ strength and ability, too. Make sure you’re eating a healthy diet and drinking enough water in order to keep your system working well. The way you eat complements your workouts, for total body fitness.
So I want to know – are you #BOSUStrong? Copy and paste the above, fill it in and make it your own and then tag me in it and share with your friends! Let’s all be #BOSUSTRONG.
The daily prompts are below. You can also follow along HERE.
Week 3, time to STRETCH & TONE!: (9/28-10/2):
(Make sure you tag @Bosu_Fitness on Instagram & @BosuFitness on Twitter):
- Monday, 9/28: We’re starting the week with some side lunges! Show us how you work those inner and outer thighs @BOSU_Fitness @FitApproach #BOSUStrong #FitFamily #SweatPink #ad
- Bonus: Y’all know we love to #jumpjoymonday! Show us your BEST jump shot and tag @BOSU_Fitness @FitApproach #BOSUStrong #FitFamily #SweatPink #ad
- Tuesday, 9/29: It’s #tempotuesday! Show us your fave body toning move @BOSU_Fitness @FitApproach #BOSUStrong #FitFamily #SweatPink #ad
- Bonus: It’s #triceptuesday and we want to see you dip! Now drop down and give us 20 tricep dips. #BOSUstrong #FitFamily #SweatPink @Bosu_Fitness @FitApproach #ad
- Wednesday, 9/30: Grab a partner and show us how you tone it up together! @BOSU_Fitness @FitApproach #BOSUStrong #FitFamily #SweatPink #ad
- Bonus: #workitwednesday, show us how you’re workin’ in a good stretch this Wednesday and tag #BOSUstrong #FitFamily #SweatPink @Bosu_Fitness @FitApproach #ad
- Thursday, 10/01: It’s #totalbodythursday. Show us your favorite total body stretch. #BOSUstrong #FitFamily #SweatPink @Bosu_Fitness @FitApproach #ad
- Bonus: Give us a #tbt of a time when you really stretched outside of your comfort zone (feel free to get creative!) #BOSUstrong #FitFamily #SweatPink @Bosu_Fitness @FitApproach #ad
- Friday, 10/02: #FreeFriday. Show us your favorite stretch! #BOSUstrong #FitFamily #SweatPink @Bosu_Fitness @FitApproach #ad
- Bonus: Happy #forearmfriday. Show us a move that helps you stretch and tone #BOSUstrong #FitFamily #SweatPink @Bosu_Fitness @FitApproach #ad
Notes: You do not need to own or have access to a BOSU to participate. By participating you will have a chance to win a BOSU and other fun prizes. And please, if you are using a BOSU throughout this challenge, never stand on your BOSU with the dome facing down (images or moves down on the BOSU incorrectly will not count during this challenge). #DontDomeDown 🙂
Let’s do this! Come follow me on Instagram to join in the challenge with me. 🙂 I’m feeling pretty blah with this head cold (thank you, three-year-old son for coughing INTO MY MOUTH when I went to kiss you goodnight), but I am going to rally and have fun with the Bosu trainer for this week of stretch and tone…more stretch and recuperate for me, maybe.
What’s your best tip for strength?
Do you respect your rest days?
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