I joined Bethany Leonardo’s new workout program, The Summer Club, last month, and it has been so good for me. I regularly swim, walk, and do yoga, but I’ve been pretty nervous to do strength training ever since I injured my back three years ago.
I’m glad I gave myself the space and time to heal and take things at my own pace.
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I’m glad I felt ready to try strength training again this summer.
Feels incredible to be back at it. Miraculous, actually. There were many times in the healing process where I thought I’d never be able to do this kind of thing again. If you’re there right now, I see you. I’m believing that healing and good things are in your future, even if it feels impossible right now. <3
For workouts, I’m usually wearing some version of this — bike shorts, sports bra, big shirt. Well, the big shirt is more of a to-and-fro piece — a big denim shirt is my preferred layer to throw on afterwards. On a perfect evening (doesn’t happen often, but so fun when it does!), I’d do the workout at home, head to the coffee shop for a lil caffeine-free tea treat, then take my tea on a long sunset walk.
Lululemon’s mini belt bag is a fave for stashing keys and my phone on a walk. And the Nike V2K running shoes are a game changer! My feet don’t even know what to do with that much support! Love ’em.
What are you wearing for your exercise-y activities this summer? I’d love to hear!
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OUTFIT DETAILS
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Aritzia 90s Denim Shirt | Similar: Aritzia 80s Denim Shirt
Museum of Peace and Quiet Socks (sold out) | Similar: Bombas Half Calf Socks
Nike V2K Running Shoes | More sizes
Lululemon Everywhere Mini Belt Bag
JEWELRY
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My go-to daily uniform! Love those kicks, Caroline!
I hired a personal trainer in 2021 and she taught me so many good things about listening to my body and NOT STARVING MYSELF. Shocker I know! I’ve learned enough from her that I no longer need her services but the self discipline is the hardest part. Still, after this many years of regular exercise, my body lets me know not only when it needs a break but when I need to get back into it – after about 10 days, I will be feeling the need to return to exercise. Strength training is is so good for me, I had no idea what a difference it would make in my life. I have a thyroid condition and it’s recommended that weight lifting be incorporated into my routine. My usual workout day (4 days a week) consists of yoga (which I do daily), hula hooping or ab exercises, then lower or upper body weights. Two to three times a week I go on a walk and one to two days a week I take a dance class. Sometimes I swim or ride my bike which are just activities I like anyway (same with walking tbh).
Your workout gear is cute! Love the oversize denim topper.