Sweat with Purpose: 5 Exercises that Will Boost Your Confidence
*Part of my series with adidas.
Swimsuit season may be half over, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t still time to make the most of it. I hate, hate, hate when women don’t want to go to the pool because they’re not comfortable in their own skin. Just a little secret: no one analyzes you the way you do. So put on that swimsuit and get your booty to the pool.
Still not quite feeling confident enough to don a two piece? I’ve got you covered. Here’s a sneak peak at 5 of my favorite exercises to make you feel confident and ready to show a little skin this summer. You can read more on the adidas women’s training website.
Note: we all like to save time and skip warming up and stretching, but it’s worth the few extra minutes at the beginning and end of your workout to save yourself from nagging injuries.
I like wearing something warm on top of my workout gear to help ease my muscles into a good stretch. adidas’ Boyfriend Live In Capris are uber comfortable and the zippered pockets are perfect for stashing my phone while I listen to music. They’re easy to toss aside when I’m ready to shine with sweat.
What clothes you wear working out may seem trivial, but if you feel good from the get-go you end up with a better workout. I seem to be living in the Baby Bro tank this summer. It’s loose and flow-y without losing it’s femininity, like all of adidas’ Boyfriend line: the comfort of your boy’s clothes, the style of your own.
Also wearing: Running Energy Boost shoes,Twist ¾ Stripe Tights
Trouble zone: Glutes
Confidence Booster: Sumo squat with leg lift
Trouble zone: Calves
Confidence Booster: Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise
Trouble zone: Shoulders
Confidence Booster: Arnold Should Press
Trouble zone: Core
Confidence Booster: Scorpion Plank On Ball
Also wearing: Ultimate Twist Slub Cover Up
Trouble zone: Arms
Confidence Booster: Double Arm Overhead Extension on Ball
Don’t forget to read more on adidas.com!
What moves get you feeling confident and ready to #shinewithsweat?!
adidas Women designs innovative performance products to help women commit to their best self and conquer their fitness goals. We inspire women to look and feel their best – be pretty, be tough & be confident.
Compensation was provided by adidas via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of adidas.
