Jello Legs + Mango Sorbet

Today was one of those days when my workout made me feel completely mentally energized. I went to the gym feeling scatterbrained from the day, and left feeling calm and renewed.

As the title implies, I did a leg workout and by the end of it, they felt a little jello-like (but in the most awesome way possible!). I’m sharing it with you in hopes that you’ll try it out and get the same results.

I don’t like when I read about workouts and am not sure what certain moves are, so I did a Google search to plug some images in here from around the web that show what exercises I’m talking about. Also, I take very minimal time in between reps and sets to feel the maximum burn and keep my heart rate up. After I did my leg workout, I hopped on the treadmill for an interval run routine (also included below).

Exercise #1: Squats with dumbbells

 

 

 

 

Exercise #2: Split squats with dumbbells

Exercise #3: Good Mornings with bicep hammer curls at standing position

Exercise #4: Wall Ball Squats

Exercise #5: Jumping Lunges

Exercise #6: Butt Kickbacks

 

 

 

 

 

Don’t you just love the last chick’s outfit?!

And here’s my run workout, which I must say, I dominated. Part of me wanted to keep going but then I remembered that I’m trying to slowly get back into a run routine without re-injuring my calf. Once I stopped and listened to my body I realized that the ankle on my bad leg was hurting, so ending at 30 minutes on the treadmill was probably a smart idea.

Now onto dessert! If you like sweet fruity treats, this recipe is for you.

Mango Sorbet

Mango is rich in antioxidant compounds and a good source of Vitamin A, B6, C, E and potassium.

Serves 1.

2 cups frozen mango chunks

1 TBSP agave nectar

1 1/2 TBSPs lime juice

Thaw mango for about 15 minutes.

Put mango, agave, and lime juice in food processor and process until smooth.

Pour mix into a glass bowl and stick in freezer to chill for at least 30 minutes, then enjoy.

Stats: 170 calories, 0 g fat, 2 g protein

I’m about to face-plant into my bed, good night!