Have you had your ass kicked lately??

If not... You should. After working out with Kettlebells on my own for about a year, I finally ordered Lauren Brooks KB dvd (Volume 1). Wow! I have been missing out!! I tried it yesterday and woke up this morning to a glorious feeling. My glutes were on fire! Like the kind of pain where it hurts to even sit on the toilet. The kind of pain I use to look forward to after a good leg day at the gym. Needless to say my gym time has been limited as of late and I haven't felt that feeling for quite some time. I was thrilled. Her dvd is excellent. I really recommend it to beginner KB users (heck, anyone who hasn't tried her workouts should!). She has an entire section of exercise examples where she displays proper form (which is super important w/ KB's so you don't injure yourself). I'm very excited to have this addition to my workout dvd collection. This will be one that actually gets used on a regular basis!

On the Edge Fitness Kettlebell Workout Videos

Have you done a workout lately that completely destroyed you? How do you determine if your workout was good?

And on another ass kicking note, I am re-committing myself to the 100 Push Up Challenge! I have attempted this many times and always quit. I've also decided to try the 50 Pull Up Challenge (gotta work those opposing muscle groups!). Follow along with me HERE and feel free to yell, nag or otherwise encourage me in any way you can think of.  I'd also love some cohorts, so if you're up for a challenge lemme know!!

And lastly... I wanted to mention the AIDS/LifeCycle 7-day 545 mile cycling event to support HIV/AIDS services. I have 2 friends that are raising money and riding for this event. So please show your support and donate if you can. Even a little bit helps. Help show your support to an excellent cause.

My friend Shannon, aka - the original Tough Chik --> DONATE HERE

And my friend and fellow tweep, Demetrius (@SomeDudeD) --> DONATE HERE