I had to skip swim practice this morning. Derek’s car is still in the shop and we’re still a one-car family until it’s out. I missed the team, but the gym wasn’t a bad alternative.
I warmed-up with a 15 minute walk on the treadmill, then pulled up a saved workout I had pinned on my phone.
Source: http://itsprogression.com/ via Meghann on Pinterest
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I had pinned the Wedding Day Arms Workout months ago (I’m getting married in a few months, I would like killer arms, it was a no-brainer re-pin), but it was only recently I saw the pinned workout pop up on Katy’s blog. After her glowing review of the tough arm workout, I knew I needed to try it too.
And, let me tell you, Katy was not kidding.
I did the workout twice and had 15lb dumbbells for some moves and 20lb dumbbells for others. My arms felt like jello by the end. This workout has officially made its way to my rotation of favorite weight workouts. 
Post-gym I was more than ready for breakfast.
Today is the LAST day of the #SurviveOn35 challenge. It has been a really eye-opening experience, and I can’t wait to share all of my final thoughts in tomorrow’s wrap-up post.
Day 7 Breakfast:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats: $0.14
- 1/2 mango: $0.50
- Total: $0.64
We’re running low on milk, so I left it out of the oats and just stuck with water. The oats weren’t creamy as they usually are, but the mango did add some nice sweetness and bulked it up a tad.
Now I’m ready to start my day.
Have a great Tuesday everyone!
I’m participating in the #SurviveOn35 Challenge with Anytime Fitness and FItFluential. Check out THIS POST to learn more.
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That mango looks SO good. I’ve been craving them for days. Now I’m actually going to have to go get a few.
Jordan @ Bake Write Sleep recently posted..My cooking: How to make perfect hard boiled eggs.
Totally pinning this!!
Brittany recently posted..Color Me Rad Weekend
I hope the arm workout gets you the results you’re looking for. It sounds pretty hardcore! The mango with oatmeal looks delicous. Way better than the cold cereal I had for breakfast.
Beth (Running with the Sunrise) recently posted..Rock ‘n’ Roll Chicago Race Recap
Ok, I am trying this one today! I am constantly complaining that I have weak arms , guess I might as well do something about it!!
amy recently posted..A lesson from the boys
That sounds like a great workout! I’m going to try it out too!
Erin @ erinberries recently posted..Competition of Cheeses
the challenge is opening up my eyes to how lucky i am to be able to afford food to fuel my workouts! Your breakfast for example – zero healthy fats or protein! I will cherish my nutbutters…
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats recently posted..Resource Review + Spa Giveaway!
I agree with that statement. I miss my nutbutters.
haha you’ll have them back tomorrow! I can’t wait to hear everything you have to say about this!
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats recently posted..Resource Review + Spa Giveaway!
You have done a great job in this challenge!
Allison recently posted..Friday confessions
I’m not getting married yet, but that looks like a great arm workout anyway! Thanks
Courtney recently posted..Top 10 College Essentials You Didn’t Know You Needed
I’ve been so intrigued by the Survive On 35 Challenge, and have enjoyed following all of the bloggers taking on the challenge. I can’t wait for your final wrap-up! I think my husband and I may do this challenge at home. We’re so blessed to afford so many great options for meals–I think this would be really eye opening!
Allison @ Running Through Red Lights recently posted..Team Jacob
Love this arm workout! I’ll have to try this on Thursday when I work my arms!
Maureen recently posted..What a weekend!!
That’s one of my favorite arm workouts! Danica creates amazing strength workouts in general, and that’s one of my go-to workout for arms (even though the only wedding days I have in my foreseeable future are for other people, but you know.)
Bethany @ Accidental Intentions recently posted..Halfway to Half
Definitely pinning that workout myself!!
Jessica @ New Girl, New City recently posted..This Is How I Eat
That arm workout looks awesome! I have no need for “wedding day arms” since I’m single, but maybe they’ll help me get a man!
Katie @ Talk Less, Say More recently posted..Getting Back On Track
I read thru the whole workout and then I saw the repeat – that one set alone looks enough for me! I’ll have to bring this to the gym next time I go & see how much I can do
That is a lot of exercises for one workout. I think I prefer fewer, more intense exercises than a whole bunch of endurance style ones.
Samantha Angela recently posted..Greek Frappe Coffee at Home
OH YUMM. I love mangoes in breakfast stuff. That looks tasty!
Love the workout–I am ALL about jello arms
Annette @FitnessPerks recently posted..Lifting Motivation
Im still waiting for Crossfit to catch you. I think you would love it!
wymberley recently posted..Paleo on $35 a week: Day 2
I’m sure I would love it, I just don’t think my bank account would.
No wedding day approaching for me, but I NEED to do this workout!
Megan @ Megan’s Munchies recently posted..Rockstar Hello Kitty Birthday Cake
Okay, you convinced me. I’m so tired of my arms being weak. Time to step up to the challenge and steal your arm workout
Hellonheelshon recently posted..Inspiration
That is a killer arm workout! My tri’s were burning just reading it.
I think you rocked the Survive on 35 challenge. What an eye opening experience for you and your readers. Great job!
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama recently posted..Cross Training for Injuries
Seeing this challenge makes me thankful I’m able to buy the food that I can! I’m a student so I whine a lot about the whole “broke-student” thing and having to budget myself in the grocery store – but considering what some people have to live off of I’m a lot of more grateful for what I can afford!
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles recently posted..Desperately Seeking Produce.
Ahhh I love mango! I want some. Now.
Yellow Haired Girl recently posted..Active On The Job
so glad you liked the workout!! I was proud of my arms on my wedding day : )
Danica @ It’s Progression recently posted..Wedding Pictures: We First Meet
Looks like a great workout! You’re lifting some serious awesome weight, too! And if you want awesome wedding arms, try a boxing class – super fun and serious toning!
Samantha recently posted..Healthy On the Go
I know you’re on the challenge or whatever, but seriously this breakfast is 150 calories. You easily burned more than that in your workout, nevermind what you need to consume to meet your basic survival needs (if you were just lying in bed all day long, which clearly you’re not). This project in the context of some of your documented issues w/ food seems just like another excuse to restrict.
I found that New Rules of Lifting for Women combined with an adequate amount of protein gave me killer arms, legs and stomach at the same time.
Sorry to break this to you, but you can’t get shapely arms without properly refueling yourself after a strength workout. A mango is full of carbs and sugar. Try a high protein meal like eggs, string cheese, or cottage cheese.