30 Days with Arbonne

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Day14′s WOD

Score Type:: Rounds and Reps

As many reps as possible in 7 mins of: 2 Deadlifts, 225/155 lbs 2 Strict Handstand Push-ups 4 Deadlifts, 225/155 lbs 4 Strict Handstand Push-ups 6 Deadlifts, 225/155 lbs 6 Strict Handstand Push-ups 8 Deadlifts, 225/155 lbs 8 Strict Handstand Push-ups 10 Deadlifts, 225/155 lbs 10 Strict Handstand Push-ups 12 Deadlifts, 225/155 lbs 12 Strict Handstand Push-ups

*Follow the pattern of 2-4-6-8, etc. reps, until the 7 minutes is up. Log total reps completed.

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DAY14 - 30 Days And Beyond

Today marks my second week with my Fabulous Arbonne products!! WOHOO 

Unfortunately I slacked off with posting daily on my blog; but I did keep myself on schedule and in line with my shakes, and meals! Here and there I had MAJOR cravings for chocolate; but if i gave in.. I allowed myself a taste, a bite and i’d throw whatever it was away. This week I craved chocolate like there was no tomorrow!!! I had to keep reminding myself that I have my chocolate protein that can do the trick! YES it is hard to pull yourself away from those temptations and craving; but its an ever better feeling to walk away!! 

Last week I started my 7-day Cleanse; and weirdly enough i loved the taste of it! It was hard for me to drink it throughout the day; because I wanted to just finish it right away! It kind of tasted like prunes,and i LOVE prunes ! In my bag; I carried 3 bottles; 1. my shake bottle with a  ziplock of my protein + ( any added powders), 2. My 7-day cleanse bottle 3.Water bottle/fizz bottle! I looked like a bottle collector but Its so handy to carry your stuff with you if your always on the go! THIS HELPS YOU FROM JUMPING TO UNHEALTHY TEMPTATIONS!!! keep your protein powder in a ziplock; so if your hungry when its lunch, shake it up!! instead of the “ah.. my proteins at home, ill just eat go get food.” Trust me... Been there, done that! The cafeteria building is right beside one of my classes, and when it’s lunch i see people walking over to the cafeteria and I'm like “ahhh.. sure why not?” NO! now i carry my protein with me for a reminder to keep my head on straight lol but thats for my own personal preferences. 

As a college student and Crossfit Athlete; my days are BEYOND busy! I am constantly running around, with my mind on 100 million different things. Arbonne has done tremendous things to my lifestyle already!! I have changed my sleeping patterns; to going to bed around 9ish 10, and waking up EVERY morning at 6:15am! It is such a great feeling to be up before the sun, and to see the sun rise! I have noticed myself feeling for energetic for the day; as my Fizz Sticks keep me running!!  I have noticed throughout the day if and when i forgot my afternoon Fizzy! Because I start to get a little drowsy and lazy; but once I notice those feelings, i whip out my Fizz Sticks and it honestly wakes me up!! 

I am amazed that I have had no interests in a cup of coffee since I started this program. I usually drink 4 cups or more of coffee a day!! Now I'm at ZERO!! yet I do slurp on my two Fizz Sticks throughout the day! 

I have noticed my products slowly starting to decrease in number and its making me sad! I love this product; and i totally recommend it to EVERYONE and ANYONE!

HERES TO ANOTHER GREAT WEEK!! 

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DAY7- 30 Days and Beyond

TODAY MARKS 1 WEEK WITH ARBONNE!! WOOHOO!!

This morning I made sure to take my measurements and weight as soon as i woke up. I wanted to show myself the results from hard work and determination. I made sure to follow the guidelines as much as possible; with a split here and there for a bite of a chocolate bar, or the taste of the icing on top of a cupcake. I made sure to remind myself that ‘I’m human.. ‘, and that it’s totally normal to crave something sweet, although it is also great to ignore those cravings but sometimes you need it.. and i couldn’t resist! :(  

  Here’s to Week 1 ! 

Day7 Quote: “A NEW DAY BRINGS A NEW BEGINNING”

6:15am - Wake-Up Time

6:30am- Fizz Stick with 9oz. Water 

7:00am- 7 Day Body Cleanse with 9oz. Water 

7:10am- BREAKFAST: 2 Scoops of Chocolate Protein, 1 Scoop of Fiber, 1 handful of Spinach, 1 tbs. Almonds, 1 1/2 cups of water

12:00pm- LUNCH: 2 Scoops of Chocolate Protein, 1 handful of spinach, 1 1/2 Cups of water, 

1:00pm- Fizz Stick with 9oz. Water 

2:30pm- SNACK: 1 chicken breast, Quinoa, Raw Broccoli & Cauliflower 

5:00pm-  DINNER: 2 Scoops of Vanilla Protein, 1 scoop of Green Balance, 1 handful of Spinach, 1/4 cup of Frozen Blueberries, 11/2 cups of water

7:20pm- Herbal Detox Tea with 12oz. Water (Cold)

9:45pm- Bed Time

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1 WEEK MEASUREMENTS

Tuesday February 6th vs Tuesday February 14th 

Weight: 142.6lbs - 138.4 

Chest: 34 inches - 34inches 

Biceps: 10.5 inches - 10.7 inches 

Waist: 30 inches - 29.5 inches 

Hips: 35.8 inches - 35.5 inches 

Thigh: 20 inches - 20 inches 

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Day7 - 30 Days to Healthy Living and Beyond

Happy Monday! 

Day 7 Quote of the Day: “A NEW DAY BRINGS A NEW BEGINNING”

Here was my Monday.. Check it out! 

6:30am- Wake Up

6:45am- Fizz Stick 

6:54am- 1/2 scoop of Green Balance + Digestion Plus (9oz. Water)

7:00am- BREAKFAST: Protein Shake + 1 Scoop of Fiber Boost 

   - 2 scoops of Chocolate Protein  - 1/4 blueberries - 4oz. Almond Milk

    - 1tbs.   Almond Milk - 1 cup of Spinach -8oz. Water 

12:00pm - LUNCH: Salmon, Quinoa, Broccoli + Cauliflower 

1:00pm - Fizz Stick (12oz. Water )

3:50pm - Green Apple 

4:30-5:30pm - Crossfit 

6:00pm - DINNER: Protein Shake (Chocolate) + 1/2 Green Balance  

   -1/4 blueberries 

   - 1 cup spinach 

   - 4 oz. Almond Milk 

   - 8oz. Water 

9:30- BED TIMe  

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Day6 - 30 Days to Healthy Living and Beyond

I am so close to completely my first week with my 30 Days to Healthy Living and Beyond Program!!! 

Today was BEAUTIFUL out! It was 75 degrees!! I couldn’t believe it! I threw on my tank top, and cropped legging and went for a 4 mile bike ride around Virginia! I rode around the neighbourhood that I am unfamiliar of, and enjoyed the breeze and scenery. 

Even though it was a weekend, I still made sure to wake up in the 6am hour. Again, I started the day with A cup of 9oz. Water and a mixture of 1 scoop of Green Balance and Digestion Plus. The colour looks unappetizing, but trust me.. it’s not that bad! Try it out! 

Heres what my Sunday Funday looked like. . .

6:30am - Wake Up Call

6:45am - 9oz. Water + 1 scoop of Green Balance + 1 Packet of Digestion Plus

7:00am - Fizz Stick 

7:15am - Protein Shake + Fiber Boost : 2 scoops of Vanilla Protein, 1 Scoop of Fiber Boost, 1/4 cup of Blueberries, 1 handful of Spinach, 4oz. Coconut Almond Milk, 8oz. Water)

 11:35am - Protein Shake (2 scoops of Chocolate Protein, 1 Banana, 1 Handful of Spinach, 4oz. Coconut Almond Milk, 1 1/2 Scoops of Almond Butter, 8oz. Water)

2:00pm - Fizz Stick 

3:00pm - 4mile bike ride

5:45pm - Protein Shake ( 2 scoops of Chocolate Protein, 1/2 Banana, 1 Handful of Spinach/kale, 1 Scoop of Almond Butter, 4oz. Coconut Almond Milk, 8oz. Water, 1/2 scoop of Fiber Boost) 

7:45pm: Herbal Detox Tea 

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A little taste of College

So, as you must know.. I am a College Student! And I am on Day 6 of Arbonne 30 Days to Healthy Living and Beyond! It is not the easiest to change your lifestyle in a total 360, while living with a roommate, being surrounded by drinkers and bad eaters! The hardest part is the southern food that is served here at my college especially Breakfast!!  = Chicken Wings, Bisques and Gravy, Tater Tots, Scrambled eggs,sausage patties, bacon, home fries, Donuts...  The food looks and smells tasty, but thats the problem. Our food should not be drizzled with SOOOO much flavouring, deep frying, sauces, etc. We’ve become so into taste that our natural and bland food has become a ‘NO GO’ unless you pour ranch dressing on your salads.. which is terrible! 

I am loving how i feel after a “plain” salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar! I enjoy eating clean because it makes me feel healthy and happy! I totally agree with the saying, “You are what you eat” !! 

In my room; I have a small fridge under my bed where I have my spinach, Kale and my Blueberries! I also have a plastic container where i’ve organized all my Arbonne Products where they are accessible since i’m always working with the products. My desk is where I chop up my banana’s, and make my shakes! I sometimes feel bad for my neighbours or roommate who hears my blender drilling down the fruits/veggies .. but you got to go what you got to do! Sorry Guys! 

Anywho... Changing your lifestyle can be challenging, like everything is. But what matters most is how badly you want it. If you want the change to happen, you must take the initiative to put in the effort and time to get what you want. Change or success doesn’t come easily! But just think of how rewarding it will feel to say “ I did it!” Knowing that YOU did it, with the help of your friends/coaches will be the most rewarding feeling, and thats what i keep reminding myself! YES it’s hard to eat clean EVERYDAY, when i really want to eat that tatter tot.. But It’s more rewarding to turn my head and walk away, then remind myself that “you did it kori! You walked jump over that obstacle”. My mom always used to tell me “ A craving last (30 or 60 i don’t remember the number) seconds).. after you refuse to give your body that bad craving, it becomes easier to refuse it again when it comes up.. To remind yourself that it’s temporary and that you won’t give it. ( I don’t know if that makes sense lol )

“You can accomplish anything that you put your mind to, as long as it follows hard work and determination”. - Kori T. McComber 

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YUM! COCONUT ALMOND MILK

Here is one of the purchases that I got today while on my little morning adventure in Virginia! I have learned so much already about what to buy and what not to buy. From reading labels; and finding whats real and whats not.

I have recently been taught by my good friend, our very great & healthy label ‘ NON GMO Project VERIFIED’ logo/symbol with the cute little Butterfly! I am now flipping products around to find our symbols that we need/ what is suggested to buy/look for! 

ANYWAYS... This ‘milk’ is tasty! It is Kosher Certified, NON-GMO, GLUTEN FREE, VEGAN, BPA FREE, CARRAGEENAN FREE and SOY FREE! 

  ITS AMAZINNNNGGG!!! I DEFINATELY RECOMMAND 

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RECAP OF DAY5

Happy Saturday Y’ALL! 

Just joking I don’t talk like that.. I actually dislike that word ‘Y’all’ lol! 

This morning I let myself sleep in 15 minutes extra.. I KNOW!!! 15 whole minutes! I felt like GOLD this morning! I tried something different, and changed up my schedule and receipts. I went to the Grocery store this morning, at 8am which is SOOOO not me, to leave my place at 8AM!!! Anyways, I bought myself some Spinach, Kale, and Blueberries to add to my Protein Shakes! I watched so many Arbonne videos last night on Youtube, of people giving tips, suggestions and sharing their own personal stories! I LOVED IT!!! It is such a great idea to learn more about the product as much as possible, and to learn different ways you can incorporate the Arbonne products with more colourful, health and organic foods! 

  Since I do live on campus, and have access to the Dining Hall, I do my very best to utilize most products that they have there; since I don’t have a big budget to buy all of my own products. But I am trying my best, and that’s all that matters!! 

Here is my day

6:45am- Wake-Up | 9oz. Cup of Water + 1 Scoop of Green Balance + 1 packet of Digestion Plus  ( This is a great way to start your mornings! Mixing your Greens and Digestion Plus gives a sweet and tasteful mixture for your mornings. This is also a great way to kick start your digestive system for proper digestion of dietary macronutrients and for your daily intake, especially before consuming your Protein Shake)

7:10am - BREAKFAST: Vanilla Protein Shake 

10:00am - Fizz Stick with 9oz. Water 

11:00am- LUNCH: Mixed Green salad with Turkey bacon & 2 eggs (Olivie Oil + Balsamic Vinegar)

11:30am- SNACK: Green Apple + Almond Butter ( I was staring at the desserts in the Dining Hall the whole time that I was there, so I had to calm the sweet tooth)

1:00pm- FIZZ STICK 

5:00pm - Chocolate Protein + Fiber Boost

7:00pm- Herbal Detox Tea 

DAY 5 QUOTE OF THE DAY:

“ IT’S NEVER TOO LATE FOR A NEW DREAM” 

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RECAP OF DAY4!

Today is FRIDAY!!! WOHOOO! 

I must say, I am very proud of myself for being SOOO strict with my sleeping schedule! I’ve made it a ‘thing’ to wake up within the hour of 6am; mostly 6:30 but thats AMAZINNNGGG considering the fact that I used to wake up 10-15 minutes before class; throw on an outfit, half-ass my makeup and hair and walk in 2-3 minutes late to my first class which is at 8:30am on Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays! And on Thursday/Friday, my first class started at 1:10pm, so i was waking up around 10:45, sometimes 11:30, and i’d go straight to lunch... I had no sense of schedule in my life other than my classes, and crossfit which is at 4:30pm EVERYDAY! And again, I try to be very strict with myself with workout AT LEAST 4 times a week! 

I forgot to mention that today I forgot my 1pm Fizz Stick and it HURT!!! I felt myself dozing off in my 1:10pm class, I searched my bag where I normally have 2 or 3 Fizz Sticks with me, and there was none left!!! AHHHH!! Now i can say that I can totally tell the difference that a Fizz Stick makes for my 1pm afternoon!! never going to let that happen again!!

  Anyways!!! Here’s what my FriYAY looked like...

6:30am - Wake-Up Time

6:45am- Fizz Stick (16oz.Water)

7:10am- Arbonne Protein Shake + Fiber Boost 

  - 2 scoops of Chocolate Protein 

 - 1 Scoop of Fiber Boost

 - 1 Scoop Almond Butter (Barney Butter Smooth Almond Butter)

 - 4 oz. Almond Milk 

 - 8 oz. Water 

 - 1/2 Fresh Banana 

- 12:00pm - Arbonne Protein Shake + Digestion Plus

- 4:45pm - 1 Chicken Drumstick (Snack)

- 6:00pm - Arbonne Protein Shake + Green Balance

- 7:45pm - Green Apple + Almond Butter 

- 8:00pm - Herbal Detox Tea 

-10:30pm- BED TIME!! 

Today I definitely struggled with a hungry belly! I made sure to listen to when my body was hungry and gave it a small yet healthy snack! I am very against of starving yourself until your next meal... so if your belly is growling and your drooling when you smell a pizza, or when you see an image of food on Facebook.. then pull out some almonds, or an apple and give what your belly wants! 

                      Day 4 Quote: 

          “HAVE CONFIDENCE YOU MUST BELIEVE IN YOURSELF”

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RECAP OF DAY3!

Personally, Each day seems to get easier and easier for me. I’ve got the hang of making my Protein Shakes, and the ingredients needed for each shake. I didn’t drink enough water today, which i’m going to work on for the next day! My goal is to drink 1/2 my body weight in water each day to help flush out all the bad things out of my body. 

 On another note, I almost have my schedule/timing down-packed with when I should have a certain product or shake!!! WOOHOO!! I find it helpful to play out your day in advanced; even  the night before so that you’re ready for the day & the products that you’ll be needing! Here’s an example of how my scheduling looks and  what a typical Thursday would look like...

6:30am - WAKE UP TIME

6:40am - Fizz Stick with 16oz.  of water (water measurements are a personal choice) 

7:00am- Protein Shake + Digestion Plus

( - 2 scoops of Chocolate Protein, 1 scoop of Digestion Plus, 2 tbs. Chia Seeds, 1 tbs. of Almond butter, 1/2 Fresh Banana, 8oz. Almond Milk, 8oz.Water) 

10:40am- Snack : 4 slices of turkey, 5 hot banana peppers, 3 olives, 3 pickles, 1 tomato with olive oil, and balsamic vinegar 

12:00pm- Protein Shake + Green Balance 

( 2 scoops of Vanilla Protein, 1 scoop of Green Balance, 8oz.Almond Milk, 1/2 fresh banana, 8oz.Water, 1tbs. Almond Butter)

1:00pm - Fizz Stick with 16oz. Water

3:00pm- Snack : 1tbs. Almond Butter 

4:30-5:30 - Crossfit 

 25-20-15-10

- Sumo Squats (35lbs Kettle bell )

- Abmat Sit ups 

- 10meter Sprint 

6:15pm - Dinner: Paleo

( 1Chicken Breast, 4 Brussel sprouts, 1 cup Spinach, Shredded Carrots, 3 cucumbers, 2 raw Broccoli, topped with Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar)

6:45pm - Herbal Detox Tea with 12oz. Water

10:00pm - Bed Time 

I am very excited for my one week mark with Arbonne, to look back at the hard work and changes that i’ve made throughout my week and reflect on the good things and the little things that i might need to change or incorporate! There is always room for change and there is ALWAYS room for an open mind! 

  Everyday makes me proud to know that I am working on my health and wellness at 19 years old, and found the importance of our bodies, our nutrition and the amount of sleep that our bodies NEED! I have already noticed little results within myself, and i couldn’t be happier! 

Heres to another successful day! Thank you Arbonne for helping me pave a healthier and happier lifestyle!  

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ALMOND BUTTER!

Yesterday I purchased a jar of GOLD!! The best of the best Almond butter! . All Barney Butter products are peanut free, Vegan and Gluten free, Non GMO Verified and Kosher. This product is package in #1 PET, recycled jars, which are BPA Free. I mean... What more can you ask! This product was another TIP from my friend, who suggested Barney Butter! I tried 1 BIG scoop this morning for my breakfast shake, and it was 10x’s better than my All Natural Coconut Almond Butter. It was smooth, tasty and delicious! It will be the perfect addition to my daily Shakes! I totally suggest this product to everyone and anyone! Definitely Spoon Worthy!

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RECAP OF DAY 2!

DAY TWO WAS GREAT!!! 

I have been constantly writing down information that I’ve been learning about Arbonne for the last couple of days. I have a designated note book for my 30 Day Arbonne Healthy Living and Beyond; where I have Protein Shake receipts, the benefits of each product that I am using throughout this 30 Day Program and how to use them! One of my friends called yesterday who is a Client of Arbonne, and shared her receipts, her schedule with Arbonne, and helpful tips!!  

  It is EXTREMELY helpful to have a coach/friend who knows about Arbonne, and has experienced the 30 day program, to go to for questions! I’ve learned so much from her, and it only makes this whole process 100X’s easier! 

It has only been 2 days, and I have already witnessed the community that Arbonne has! This product is more than what I had imagined!! Arbonne is a community, it is friendship, and it is a positive and powerful aspect that we ALL NEED in our lives! 

Day 2 was a Success! Thank you Arbonne for another successful and powerful day! Thank you to my good friend Meg, who is by far my biggest support system in this program! You are all Awesome!

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DAY 2 - 30 Days of Arbonne’s Healthy Living and Beyond

Today was another successful day!! The Protein Shakes have become something I can’t wait to have!! Personally, I find them delicious and SOOO filling!! Last night I made the effort to shut the lights out at 9:30pm so I could start my day early and on schedule! 

This morning I woke up at 6:30am, made my Herbal Detox Tea with 9oz. of water and start sipping’ away around 6:45am. Since my roommate slept out last night, i had the chance to take my measurements,and body weight and took my ‘before’ pictures! I wouldn’t have woke her up at 6 for that!! so it was perfect timing!!!! Around 7:20 ( i know kinda late.. but i was trying to get that perfect/clear picture) I had my Chocolate Almond Protein Shake with a packet of Digestion Plus. 

I had class at 8:30am and drank SOOO much water today! I calculated more than 95oz. of water!! I did in fact calculate 1/2 of my body weight in water, which you should be drinking!! VERY IMPORTANT! After my 8:30am class, I went to the dining hall to steal some ingredients for my next Protein shake;) (some almond milk, and BANANAS ) then i sat to eat 1 boiled egg and 3 strips of bacon! (9:35)

12pm LUNCH TIME!!! 

For lunch I decided to have a Protein shake with 1 scoop of Greens Balance! I wanted to see how it felt substituting lunch for a shake and it went pretty well? I’m actually loving the taste of these shakes! But this time i tried the Vanilla with the Green balance it totally hid the taste of the greens!!

1pm- FIZZ STICK TIME!!! WOHOOO!!! my fav time of the day :D

-7oz. Almond Milk

- 1/2 Banana 

- 2 Scoops of Vanilla Protein

- 1 Scoop of Greens Balance 

- 1 Scoop of All Natural Coconut Almond Butter

- 4oz. of water (optional; I do this to thin out my shake)

1pm- FIZZ STICK TIME!!! WOHOOO!!! my fav time of the day :D

At 3:00pm I had half of a banana with 2tbs. of Almond Butter for a snack! 

4:00pm- 10 Almonds for snack before intense workout

4:30-5:30 CROSSFIT 

6:00pm - Chocolate Almond Protein Shake with 1 Scoop of Fiber 

10:00pm - Bed Time 

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RECAP of Day1

Today was AWESOME!!!! I loved every minute of today, I felt refreshed, positive and SO Energetic! I am obsessed with my Fizz Sticks, which I knew was going to happen! Thanks Big Meg!!!! 

When making my meals, I made sure to be smart and remembered the “My Plate” Diagram that was online, in the Support Guide Book. I was very happy with my healthy choices, and with all products! I am now getting ready for bed (Currently 8:25pm ) I know it’s early.. but my Crossfit WOD kicked my booty today!   Goodnight! We back at it tomorrow!  Thanks Arbonne & Megs! 

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DINNER DINNER!

For dinner I made a chicken and veggie stir-fry with a couple of small slices of pineapple! I also had 4 little squares of sweet potatoes!

I Honestly ALWAYS get sick from eating the stir-fry... which is weird! And of course I convinced myself that it wouldn’t happen this time. And guess what happened??... I got sick, and threw up :( GREATTTTT

Anyways, I filled up my sippy cup with 16oz. of Water, and added 1 scoop of my FABULOUS Greens! I drank that, and added in another HOT Herbal detox Tea.

I found myself getting hungry at 7 and it killed me!!!! Because my coach/friend told me “Try not to eat after 7pm” AHHH!! well I couldn’t resist and I had a banana and 2 tbs. of All Natural Coconut Almond Butter.  

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DIANE

Todays workout was a bench mark WOD!

-21-15-9 

Deadlifts (115lbs)

Handstand Push Ups 

Time Completed:  5:48 minutes 

+ I was not completely proud of my work today in the Box.. I should have went heavier, since my I had no problem completing the Deadlifts.. I usually struggle with deadlift (Weird I know!) because I'm always getting my knees over the bar, and I always sneak the back arch which is a killer!!! I wore my weight lifting belt today, which was AWESOME!! It’s my second time trying it out and I'm obsessed! I definitely should have listened to my coach about increasing the weight... but theres always next time!