Fitness


Spring 2025 fitness routine

pictured: cycle studio Bay Club Courtside /

Now that spring is here, I have tweaked my weekly fitness routine to fit into my schedule and also optimize my time. Last year, I gained some weight back that I had lost a couple of years ago; to the tune of ten pounds. Ah! It was my fault for eating sugar and not doing enough weight training at the gym. So, this season, I am going to make sure I get my weights in and also refrain from added sugar. This should take care of that pesky ten pounds!

It is important to mix cardio, interval (HIIT), and weights into your weekly fitness routine. This keeps your workouts balanced and effective. Cardio is good for your heart, weights are good for strength and bone density, and interval is good for metabolism and fat burn. Therefore, a good weekly mix is perfect!

*DISCLAIMER: Always speak with your doctor before starting any fitness routine. I am a retired athlete, not a fitness trainer or medical professional. What works for me might not work for you.

Now, without further ado, here is my spring fitness routine!

Sunday: Weights and cycle class.

Monday: BodyCombat

Tuesday: 30-minute walk, stretch, rest

Wednesday: Cycle class (cardio)

Thursday: Strong Nation (HIIT)

Friday: 30-minute walk, weights, abs

Saturday: rest

Fitness gear for spring:

What is your spring fitness routine?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy


ON Cloud 5 sneakers review

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on cloud 9 sneakers review

pictured: ON Cloud 5 sneakers /

So, if you have been looking at people’s feet at the gym and on the streets lately, you may have noticed these sneakers are everywhere! I asked a few of my fellow gym goers how they like their ON sneakers and they all had the same response; “I love them!”

The type of feedback I have been getting from people is that ON sneakers are supportive and comfortable for both fitness activities and walking. OK, I’m sold!

Since I didn’t really need a new pair of gym sneakers, I decided to snap up a pair I can wear for street wear. I chose the ON Cloud 5 in a light, neutral hue. I could tell they would be great in the gym, but I really needed a new pair of street sneakers, so that is how I wear them.

The insole is removeable, so while they are comfortable on their own, I switched out the insole with the orthotics my doctor gave me to treat my planter fasciitis. They fit perfectly and offer the right amount of comfort for a lot of walking.

I recently wore these sneakers to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and also the Computer History Museum. Both activities required being on my feet for several hours and walking around. I was perfectly comfortable and able to complete the entire day both times. Love these sneakers!

While the sole isn’t as squishy as the Hoka sneakers, ON offers ample support and comfort for both walking and gym/fitness activities. Love that!

As for style points, the ON Cloud 5 sneakers come with both shoelaces and stretchy laces which can be used to make the shoes slip-ons. I decided to go with the stretchy laces so I can slip in and out of the shoes without needing to tie laces. This will come in handy for air travel when we go through TSA and need to take off our shoes.

I rate ON Cloud 5 sneakers ten out of ten. Love!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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Gifts ideas for the hiker on your list

Hiking gift ideas from top left: hiking backpack / beanie / mosquito repellant bracelets / hiking socks / first aid kit / water bottle /

What a beautiful day for a hike! If someone on your list loves to enjoy the great outdoors, and hiking is her jam, here are a few gift ideas for the hiker on your list!

There are a few things you should always have with you while hiking: a first aid kit and a water. A new kit or a new bottle would make a practical, useful gift for the hiker on your list. Want to go a step further? These socks are made for hiking! She will love the support and comfort of special socks made for her hiking adventures.

Backpacks wear out, why not gift her a fabulous new hiking backpack! I have my eye on this one. Hint hint, nudge nudge. Is my husband reading this?

I am a huge fan of these mosquito repellant bracelets. They are easy to wear and use, plus, they work! Love that!

So, without further ado, here are a few fabulous gifts for the hiker on your list!

Thanks for stopping by, stay tuned for more holiday gift ideas!

XOXO

Cathy