PVbody Review!

Hi there!!!

Okay, so I am a fitness freak--or at least my wardrobe is. I love to wear work out clothes all the time, warm/cold, active/lazy, casual/work...I find some way to always fit them into my outfit, whether you can see them or not.

Well, I guess Facebook is becoming quite the stalker, because I started getting ads about this company called PVBody.  Basically, they send you a workout/fitness outfit every month for 50$ or something. Honestly, I didn't know it was 50$, and I didn't pay that much (I got a coupon and paid 27.50$ for the first month.) But, for the price I paid, and for what I got, I am really happy.

The idea is genius. A new outfit each month for a relatively cheap price? CHYEA!!Yeah, that is why i signed up, at least for the first month.

So here is what I got!!!!!! Plus, they send it in this SUPER CUTE magenta pink bubble package, which made me feel super awesome!!

So, it's a GREEN racer back cami, with this super cute back detail. It fits me perfectly. Like a glove. Seamless. Super soft. Sweat-wicking material. MMM. Love it!!!

The pants are a "mountain" blue, which I would've NEVER picked for myself, and I was even a bit pissed when I first saw them.

My actual words were, "What the fuck?!"

But, after I tried them on, the anger immediately subsided, because--Dude--check out my booty!! It looks awesome!! Plus, they are a perfect fit, and make moving around so comfortable! MMM. Love it!!! 

Okay, so I pretty much love this outfit, and they do actually look really cute together, I think.

***Sorry for the bathroom pics, people. I know it's not the most professional.***

This is the view from the front. I love the fun pattern. The fit, like I said above, is amazing. You guys at PVBody really rocked it out.

I am not particularly fond of the way my thighs look, but I read in a magazine once that the only way to motivate yourself to look better is to put on tighter clothing so that you are forced to see yourself that way. Then it's like, okay, wow--do I really want to look like this forever? NO! Well, then, get off your A$$ and move!!!

Yeah, so this is how I feel about these pants.

I didn't get a great pic of the whole length of the pants, but they are mid calf, tight capris. They are super thick, too, which might be surprising, but it's like the thickness you want to wear so they don't fall down.

Anyways, I really do like the outfit, even though it's a bit untraditional and I definitely wouldn't have picked it out myself. Needless to say, change is good!

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The ONLY thing that really bothered me was the fact that they took a month to get this to me. I know I am being picky and childish, but it said that it was shipped the same day, which must have been a lie, because it doesn't take ground packaging 4 weeks to arrive. I did read somewhere else that they have been BUSY because they are now booming with business.

Guess FB is doing it's job!! PVBody, go pay them!! Bahaha, just joking. Pay me to wear more of your clothes and review them!! I'D LOVE TO!!!!!! I will have to see how my budget is next month, and then I might sign up again. (I cancelled, and was about to call the BBB if I didn't get my package by the 16th--I was getting FREAKED that they were FAKE!!!)

But, alas, my faith is restored, and these girls really know what us fitness (clothes) freaks will LOVE!!!! Thanks again, and I am sorry for ever doubting! Because I got my clothes today, I went on a RUN for the first time in two months!!!!! Way to motivate me, yo!!! GOOD LUCK with the biz, and let me know if you need any more testers ;)

<3 Amelia

Middle of week 3....taking a break from conformity!

So this week,  I've been taking a break from p90x and I've been doing a few things differently.
1. Trampoline running.
At home, I have a small trampoline that is perfect for aerobic exercise. I put on a movie, strap on some ankle weights, grab my 5lb arm weights and start "running". You work up a sweat instantly. You can do so many things, not just running. I do switch foot lunge squats, calf lifts, pulse running, jumping jacks and high jumps. I use my arms to do tricep lifts, curls, back flys etc. It's great, because when you are tired, you just take the leg weights off and throw down the arm weights and then you can keep going! My longest session has been 35 minutes. Plus, if you watch a comedy, you not only get endorphins from lauging, but also from exercising! #winning!
2. Beach.
This week, I've made it to the beach twice. Yesterday, I went before my exam and I had the best workout climbing up a huge hill, then galloping down it. The view, the sweat, the climb, the run down...all such a great mood booster. I got a 94% on that exam :)
So, if you are feeling stuck in your routine, take a break, explore new options but whatever you do, don't give up! Keep your nutrition in check, keep track of your exercise and keep doing it!
Also, if you are interested in beach or trail workouts, I would definitely recommend vevobarefoot runners. No sand in my shoe after an hour at the beach! Woop!
...Amelia....

FITNESS: A beginner runner with one goal.

I am Amelia and I am a beginner runner. My goal is to become LEAN!!

 9 months ago, I had a baby, and I came out of the hospital weighing 174lbs, a sight I hope to never see again in my entire life. I was overjoyed with my son, yet dismayed how my body had handled the pregnancy (or rather, how I handled the pregnancy....oreos are not my friend anymore.)

Saggy boobs, stretch marks and 50lbs of extra fat made looking in the mirror a night mare and finding clothes to fit and make me feel good a chore. So, for the past 9 months I have been working my ass off (literally) to get back into my bangin' body that I had when I was 20. Honestly, it was about 3 months ago that I really honed in on my diet, physical fitness, and lifestyle, so I wasn't completely honest, but due to stress and other things in life, I couldn't devote my time to being healthy until now.

Currently, I weigh a nice and healthy 132-138lbs...I always get different answers on different scales, so I think I am going to stick with the heavier weight to make the weight loss that much more amazing! This pic was taken last weekend, and honestly, I feel HOTT, but now all I can think about is LEAN!!!

I started reading about running and how it has so many wonderful benefits, not to mention it's 100% free, which is nice cuz I'm a broke college kid. My mom always warned me that running kills your knees...blah blah blah, but it finally hit me that I have to try it out myself to see if I like it.

In my youth,  i hated running because I was bad at it and mostly because I never thought I could do it. I was overweight, teased by my gym teacher and made to look like a lazy fat kid. Now, as a 22yo getting ready to embark on an adult life, I want to embrace my body as a temple and never say "can't" again.

Bart Yasso is kinda like my go to running guru. He is the CEO of Runner's World Magazine and he tweets so often about how to improve your running skills, that I just couldn't not try it any longer!!

The thing that really kick started my training was a pic of my big brother, Paul and his friends and wife running in a 5k, without even training. Now, he did play soccer for his entire youth, but come on! No training at all??? My sister-in-law invited me to a health fair at their community village and one thing was a 5k, so I decided to commit to doing it and get motivated.

I found a plan to help train for a 5k in 1 month, even though I have about 5 weeks until the event, but it gave me an extra week to start even slower and see where I was on a fitness scale. Turns out I can run a mile under 11 minutes, which knocked my socks off, to be honest!!

So, here is my training schedule for this week:

pre week:
Monday: walk 3, run 7, walk 1 run 7 walk 3 @ a pace of 5 on the treadmill
Tuesday: fluidity bar work out  intermediate (cross training)
Wednesday: walk 3, run 10, walk 3 run 10 walk 3
Thursday: fluidity bar work out intermediate or swimming (cross training)
Friday: walk 3 run 10 walk 1 run 10 walk 3
Saturday: fluidity bar work out intermediate (cross train) or maybe a rest day
Sunday: rest day

I will do everything in my power to stick to this schedule, if not, i will come back and cross the things out I didn't do.

So, all of you out there who do not think you can start a running schedule....Shut up and just do it...

Oh, and go by yourself a pair of Nike free 2+. Seriously the best running shoe ever. EVER.

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