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    I love a good workout plan and challenge! I was so excited to see that LES MILLS On Demand announced they just launched two new workout plans! Each plan has a non-equipment plan and an equipment plan! NEW OPTIMAL MIX WORKOUT PLANS OUT NOW ?? Need help deciding what workouts to do? We know that sometimes it can be hard to know what type of training your body really needs. https://lmod.go2cloud.org/SF24 You can make it easy on yourself by following one of our science-backed workout plans.The new Optimal Mix workout plans have the ideal mix of cardio, strength, and mind/body training. You can choose between 3 weekly workouts or 5-6…

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    As I was working away at the Elliptical I would see through the glass wall this amazing class using Barbells! It looked like so much fun!! I could hear the motivating music even through my headphones… December 30, 2013, I finally got the courage to step into my very first BODYPUMP Class! And I was HOOKED!! And now I do BODYPUMP at Home with their On Demand APP!! (So if you think I say Feeling AMAZING is a new things LOL I’ve said it for a long time! haha) A BODYPUMP review! It’s one of the most popular group fitness classes in the world, and it’s my favorite workout. Let’s…

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    Free 30 Day LES MILLS On Demand Challenge WORKOUTS THAT FIT YOUR LIFESTYLE Access high-energy, effective workouts, anytime, anywhere. With so many of us at home now is the perfect time to work on our bikini bodies. I know that summer this year will look a bit different than normal and most of us have put on a few extra pounds during our time at home.    During this challenge, we’ll move and sweat together, we’ll eat nutrient-packed and delicious meals, we’ll practice meditation and self-care, and offer each other support and encouragement. You’re going to love the way you feel — strong, healthy, fit, glowing, empowered, supported, and loved…by yourself…

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     Quarantine Home Workouts 30 Day LES MILLS On Demand  Challenge!  With all of us at home and gyms closed this is the perfect time to try home workouts! During this challenge, we’ll move and sweat together, we’ll eat nutrient-packed and delicious meals, we’ll practice meditation and self-care, and offer each other support and encouragement. You’re going to love the way you feel — strong, healthy, fit, glowing, empowered, supported, and loved…by yourself and everyone in our accountability group. This challenge is the perfect mix of workouts, from HIIT to strength training to yoga, so you start your year STRONG! I want to help you keep the “Quarantine 15” off while…

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    Have you eaten one too many quarantined snacks already? via GIPHY Emotional or even bored eating is normal when things are uncertain – – Why not try a new, FUN home workout and put those snacks DOWN! 😉  You can grab a FREE 21 Day Trial of LES MILLS ON Demand right now!   HOME WORKOUTS THAT FIT YOUR LIFESTYLE Access high-energy, effective workouts, anytime, anywhere. SO whether: Your gym is CLOSED  You want a NEW workout You’re looking to NOT GAIN WEIGHT during this Quarantine. (Hello Quarantine 15)   I have you covered!  Grab Your 21 DAY LES MILLS On Demand Trial Now!   You can stream high-quality gym workouts like BODYPUMP, BODYCOMBAT, BODYFLOW, Yoga, Barre Classes, and more!  It’s a great time…

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