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So great to be training alongside other people again. You know...real human people!!🤯😂 10 days ago was my first workout back in the gym after a full seven months of home workouts during lockdown. Crazy! And good to be back😊 • #gymlife #fitness #training #lifting https://www.instagram.com/p/CPqa3B3n48V/?utm_medium=tumblr

#gymlife #fitness #training #lifting

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Well, better late than never. I decided to join @daniellepascente's #STRONGINSPRING challenge💪🏼 Three days late...and for my first workout I chose the one scheduled for day 4😝 #perfect It's the 6th consecutive month of gyms being closed here and it doesn't look like they're gonna open anytime soon. So I figured this could be a nice change of pace for my lockdown workouts and more than anything I just hope to have some fun! Doing this challenge with the whole #dpfitcrew will hopefully bring some sense of community into my days which, after months of isolation, is much needed🙌🏼 So today I did the Bodyweight Blitz HIIT from the challenge along with Danielle's dynamic warmup and feel good stretch from the @fitonapp Btw I did not FEEL like working out at all today! But I did it. I picked the Bodyweight Blitz bc it's a shorter format than the workouts for day 1 and 2. Started with the warmup and felt incredibly sluggish, but by the time I started my timer for the first circuit I had forgotten all about that and felt really good👌🏼 Sometimes you just gotta push through that resistance and go for it👊🏼 Day 1 in the books! 41 to go😃 Anyone else doing the challenge, or another at-home program?💗 • #fitness #workout #challenge #justdoit https://www.instagram.com/p/CNYGqtvnl5Z/?igshid=1bsym8odyog50

#stronginspring #perfect #dpfitcrew #fitness #workout #challenge #justdoit

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Paying attention. https://www.instagram.com/p/CNA9hH3ngBQ/?igshid=1l2pb4xabv07q

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#blackouttuesday https://www.instagram.com/p/CA8bTgtJNaz/?igshid=h9yubsnq1shr

#blackouttuesday

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Today at the gym the guy next to me asked if I could help him place weight plates on his back while doing push ups. And then he proceeded to do push ups with 50kg weights on his back!!!!😱 I feel like part of me dies with every regular bodyweight push up😅 and he's just over there CRUSHING IT! #goals 👏🏼 To me push ups are the hardest (i.e. most soul crushing) exercise. How about you? Happy Monday!💓 . . . #strong #nevermissamonday #fitness #workout #strength #gymlife #respect #exercise #quotes https://www.instagram.com/p/B5TPSKHAvfR/?igshid=qvtlfg9nhat4

#goals #strong #nevermissamonday #fitness #workout #strength #gymlife #respect #exercise #quotes

[elisalionne]

Have you ever been to an exclusive gallery opening in London, invited by the artist himself, and have another artist sitting across from you draw sketches of you while you're having a conversation with the other guests? Yeah, me too😜 #funfact Didn't eat dinner at the fancy restaurant though, but instead went to the falafel place across the street laughing so hard, having the time of my life with a longtime friend and two people I've just met minutes earlier. #goodtimes There's so many people who would do anything to be invited to a fancy event, at a fancy location, hanging out with fancy people. #fancy I've actually declined many of those invitations. Because I don't draw value from these superficial things. #idgaf I value good company. Spending time with open-hearted, open-minded, fun, loving people. I would stay with y'all all night standing on a street corner in front of a tiny falafel place in my gown, talking, laughing, having the best time, and never even going to that gala.♥️ How about you? . . . #storytime #london #priorities #values #friendship #fun #bratislava #friends #laughter #happy #sunday https://www.instagram.com/p/B5QpYCRAVID/?igshid=8fthvoevi62

#funfact #goodtimes #fancy #idgaf #storytime #london #priorities #values #friendship #fun #bratislava #friends #laughter #happy #sunday

[elisalionne]

Today someone at the gym asked me if I'm a professional athlete😏💪🏼🏋🏻‍♀️ - And the reason I'm sharing this with you is... - Honestly... - Sincerely... - Truly... - If I can do it... - SO.CAN.YOU.👊🏼 - I used to be the WEAKEST kid in physical education, the weakest person in class, and just the weakest person wherever I went. - Seriously, the embarrassing stories I could tell you😅 - But now... - People come up to me commenting on my strength my muscles and my "insane workouts" (I don't know what they're talking about🤷🏻‍♀️...😈), big dudes at the gym asking for my advice,... - All as a result of my consistent effort. - None of this came naturally to me! - I WORKED FOR IT. - That's the one and only secret. - Consistent, daily effort. - Stop doubting yourself. - Instead, show up for yourself. - 🌟If I can do it, so can you.🌟 - And if you want in on my crazy workouts...just let me know😋 - Love you💛 . . . #fitspo #fitness #inspiration #workforit #selflove #storytime #gymlife #likeagirl #quotes #inspo #strongwomen #justdoit https://www.instagram.com/p/B5OK_svAZR1/?igshid=14iwj72uofjq1

#fitspo #fitness #inspiration #workforit #selflove #storytime #gymlife #likeagirl #quotes #inspo #strongwomen #justdoit

[elisalionne]

EASIER SAID THAN DONE - "Personal growth comes from many things, not least of which includes pursuing the things you love and not giving up on them when they get tough."👊🏼 @syattfitness - In my job, I have conversations with people wanting to improve their lives every day. And a response I often hear is, - "Well, easier said than done." - Ahem, yeah, sure, but... - EVERYTHING is easier said than done. - Just bc it's easier said than done is not a reason not to say it! - And just bc it's easier said than done doesn't mean it's not worth doing. - Everything worth having is also worth working for. . . . #workforit #noexcuses #quote #fitforareason #inspo #personalgrowth #friday #catsofinstagram #toughlove #personaldevelopment #realtalk #justdoit https://www.instagram.com/p/B5LkYq5ACgB/?igshid=1ufu8be0b2khl

#workforit #noexcuses #quote #fitforareason #inspo #personalgrowth #friday #catsofinstagram #toughlove #personaldevelopment #realtalk #justdoit

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Vulnerability is always the right choice... being honest with people, telling them how you feel, pouring your heart out. Saying the things you think OUT LOUD, instead of keeping them to yourself. I'm still a work in progress, but I've been doing it more and more, and guys, it's a freakin game changer! What's the worst that could happen? Honestly, you have nothing to lose, but so much to gain - 🐛➡️🦋 PS: Yes to hurting so bad, but living so good. Crazy how these opposites coexist. PPS: Fuck yes to making friends out of strangers. That's my favorite. . . . #vulnerability #shinebright #riseup #honest #real #authentic #beyou #shine #authenticity#quotes https://www.instagram.com/p/B5I9oipggi-/?igshid=wzu3335r3c7t

#vulnerability #shinebright #riseup #honest #real #authentic #beyou #shine #authenticity #quotes

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Fear of judgment vs. fear of regret... As a naturally shy person, I can very much relate to wanting to stay inside your shell and never leaving your comfort zone. But I can also tell you from experience that it is miserable there! And that you miss out BIG TIME if you make your decisions based on fear. I'm still struggling with this, but I've improved a lot over the last few years and my main driver has been the fact that - I DON'T WANT TO WASTE MY LIFE! - I don't want to miss out on experiences and relationships simply bc I was too afraid to step even just a little bit out of my comfort zone. - Think of it this way: - When you're 90 years old, are you gonna be glad that you stayed inside your shell all these years? - Are you gonna regret all the missed opportunities? - Are you gonna be glad that you didn't let your fears stop you? - Even if someone WERE to judge you for putting yourself out there...when you're 90...will you care? - You only have this one life, and if you're honest with yourself, you really have nothing to lose, but everything to gain! - People are gonna judge you anyway. Whether you're happy or not, whether you put yourself out there or not. - So instead of making decisions based on what other people might think - make them for YOU! - What do YOU want? What makes YOU excited? What sets YOUR soul on fire? And who do YOU want to be? - Don't miss out on your life. It would be a waste. When you're 90 and you're crapping in your diaper, you'll be glad that you didn't miss any opportunities and that you lived your life to the fullest!😌 . . . #noregrets #beyourself #shy #comfortzone #justbe #accomplished #beyou #quotes #inspiration #shinebright #trueself https://www.instagram.com/p/B48P2QuA_AD/?igshid=t4e1lqgzeuhq

#noregrets #beyourself #shy #comfortzone #justbe #accomplished #beyou #quotes #inspiration #shinebright #trueself

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Wanna be proud of yourself? Whenever you have to make a decision, ask yourself this: - WHICH CHOICE IS GONNA MAKE ME PROUD? - Am I gonna be proud that I skipped my workout and chilled on the couch instead, or am I gonna be proud that I pushed through and finished my workout? - Am I gonna be proud that I chose the healthy, home cooked meal, or that I indulged in take-out? - Am I gonna be proud that I stayed silent, or that I spoke up? - Am I gonna be proud that I was being vulnerable and told them how I felt, or that I kept it to myself in order to look cool? - Am I gonna be proud that I let them walk all over me, or that I asserted myself? - Am I gonna be proud that I stayed home to study, or that I went out to have fun with my friends? - You can apply this to every area of your life. And it will probably change from one situation to the next. - For example, one day you might be more proud to stay home and chill bc your body actually needed a break, while other times you're gonna be more proud that you trained bc you know you were just being lazy. - Some days you might be more proud that you buried yourself in your books and studied, while other days you might be more proud that you let your hair down and just had fun! - It depends on the situation. But the question stays the same. - WHAT'S GONNA MAKE ME PROUD OF MYSELF? - Do that and you're golden! 💛💛💛 . . . #lifehack #choices #decisions #friday #proud #vulnerability #healthylifestyle #viernes #fitness #assertive #healthychoices https://www.instagram.com/p/B45jNyNgt65/?igshid=3zxywct4kfo2

#lifehack #choices #decisions #friday #proud #vulnerability #healthylifestyle #viernes #fitness #assertive #healthychoices

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#storytime - When I first started my fitness journey I did #BBG which is a high intensity circuit training that consists of 30 minute training sessions 3-4 times per week. My bf at the time always referred to it as "your girl exercises" even though I repeatedly told him that they're just regular exercises. Push ups, squats, shoulder press, sit ups,... Well, after about a year of that I finally convinced him to join me for a session. And yeah, he was DYING, like actually DYING within the first couple of minutes of me going through correct form for the exercises before the actual workout had even started!!!!! Afterwards he was lying on the floor, out of breath and in pain, he looked at me and he was like, "Whoa - you're strong! Like really STRONG! I'm scared of you." His actual words. And it was true. He did feel more comfortable when he thought of me as just a dainty little girl. And it was unsettling for him to realize how strong I really was. Since then I've experienced similar instances time and time again. Guys coming up to me at the gym like, "Nooo! Why are you taking those heavy weights? Take lighter ones. You're a girl." Or asking if they can "try the exercise you're doing" in an attempt to flirt and then failing miserably😅 BUT I have also met men who're like, "Wow, you're really strong! That's so hot!"😍 or who've encouraged me to pick the heavier weights bc they knew I was strong enough to lift it even if I didn't believe it myself. And THOSE are the men I want in my life. The ones who don't find my strength intimidating, but exciting! The ones who don't try to keep me small, but encourage me and support me to go even bigger! Those are the real ones!🙌🏼 . . . #strongwomen #fitness #strength #quoteofthefay #feminist #respect https://www.instagram.com/p/B4riqIOAgGv/?igshid=1pds4c3gyjf23

#storytime #bbg #strongwomen #fitness #strength #quoteofthefay #feminist #respect

[elisalionne]

Sugar and spice and everything nice♥️ . . . #happyhalloween #noangel #diablita https://www.instagram.com/p/B4TChEPA9ee/?igshid=5ev7qjku9thq

#happyhalloween #noangel #diablita

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You're so pretty☺️😍 https://www.instagram.com/p/B4QdVxbnGn8/?igshid=1djpv64yv8nlz

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Soooo I had a fun experience today. I was "coerced" into using a scooter today😅 I know this probably sounds ridiculous to most of you, but somehow my life unfolded in a way that I've never owned or even driven (not that I can remember anyway) a scooter. So this was a new experience for me. I was in a rush so I had to go really fast. And guys.....I had so much fun!!!!!😃 So much fun actually that I'm pretty sure that I should get a scooter myself ASAP! #Wild may be a big word, but the endorphin rush was REAL!😃 Another reminder to let life surprise you. Sometimes it's the little/unexpected things that can bring you so much joy🤩 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #surprise #joy #friyay #fun #innerchild #littlethings https://www.instagram.com/p/By-74BsIjOY/?igshid=1uokr4ysqtyto

#wild #surprise #joy #friyay #fun #innerchild #littlethings

[elisalionne]

I really do. When I was a teenager, I had never heard of a vision board, but I kinda made one. I made a pretty list of things I wanted to have and achieve in my life, I said a prayer, and then I put it in the back of my closet, knowing it would take some time for those things to come true. I moved quite a few times since then, but that list always managed to stay with me. Just the other day I found it in one of my drawers, and for the first time in years, I read through it. I smiled because even though I wrote this list so long ago, most of it still holds true. And guess what, about 90% of that list has already come to fruition. Many of those things are honestly so normal for me now. But I remember how much I yearned for them back then. Then there's a few things that I don't have, but also don't want anymore. And then of course, there's a few things which I simply haven't achieved yet. It's a comprehensive list😅 But I can see the innocence in those wishes. I know sometimes we feel guilty for desiring greatness and beauty and bliss. But those desires are innocent and pure and NATURAL. So stop feeling guilty for wanting what you want. Instead, go for it. And remember to pause and reflect on how far you've come already, and how blessed you already are🙏🏼 #dreamscometrue #gratitude #visionboard #dreams #blessed #prayer #dontgiveup #dreamcometrue #grateful #pray #dreambig #goals #spiritjunkie #persistence #mindset #nevergiveup https://www.instagram.com/p/BoZvuoZHxMl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=q7d41bsal9nd

#dreamscometrue #gratitude #visionboard #dreams #blessed #prayer #dontgiveup #dreamcometrue #grateful #pray #dreambig #goals #spiritjunkie #persistence #mindset #nevergiveup

[elisalionne]

Haha that COULD happen one of these days😅 I don't know why but every spring my tastebuds dramatically shift towards more indulgent food🍩🥐🍕🥞🍟🍔🍪🍰🍨 During winter I can go months without even THINKING about those kinds of foods, completely satisfied with my healthy meals, but as soon as the temperatures rise I'm like, bring on the cake! It would make more sense to me if it were the other way around, but......whatever🤷🏻‍♀️ Life is meant to be enjoyed and summer is my favorite season of the year. So let's party!☀️👙🌊 #foodie #hungry #feedme #yummy #donuts #foodlovers

#donuts #feedme #foodie #yummy #hungry #foodlovers