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Comin’ atcha from the weekend. It’s pretty rare I actually sit down and blog on the weekends so I thought I’d put another post together. Many bloggers talk about their workout routine but what do you guys do after you workout?
Do you like my green Lululemon Wunder Under’s? I bought them back in May. Come to think of it, I should have bought them in black too (they do have a dark charcoal). If only I had known they would be my go-to workout pant for climbing and yoga. I haven’t sweated in them profusely so I can’t be a judge on how well they wick away sweat. I would imagine since they are cotton, it wouldn’t that nice on the skin after a big ol’ run.
You guys know I’m always on the go, whether it be gallivanting out on a hike with my friend, hitting up the climbing gym for a boulder sesh’ or relaxing and doing some kinda painful yin yoga practice which conveniently is available at the climbing gym. I wear make up to the gym. Do I apply directly before I go? No, but I do my make up after I get a shower each morning. I like looking put together and not as though I had 3 hours of sleep (which I have you know, that I get plenty of sleep — but me going sans make up makes me look a little rough for wear). So I thought I’d put together some of my favourite products to use and ways to get comfy when you’re home after a workout.
Grab an Iced Coffee: I don’t pop by every time. However, often I’ll be craving an iced coffee after I go for a climb. By luck, I found this one spot and will often splurge on a three dollar vanilla iced coffee. The people who own the spot are so friendly and always compliment me! They know how to keep a customer, hey? Although they put far too much ice and not enough iced coffee, it’s one of the best places I’ve found.
Take Alfie for a Walk: As soon as I get home I know my little buddy has to go out for a piddle. Once I walk in the door I grab his harness and off we go.
Put my hair up: You know how some people need to remove their bras the second they walk in the door? I’m not one of those at all (since… y’know: I.B.T.C and all), I’m one of the people who need to put her hair up as she steps in the door. Anyone else? I grab a hair tie and put that hair in a messy topknot. I get all that hair out of my face and secured with a lululemon headband.
Have a snack: Whether it be a handful of nuts, some plantain chips or an apple — something needs to go in my belly as soon as I get home otherwise… hangry.
Add the layers: I’ll almost always put on my grey H&M hoody once I get in the house.
Blast the music: We don’t have a cable TV here at the house, so instead I opt for some tunes on an internet radio station and blast the music. It’s either a Songza play list, or Audio Box Live (from Montreal, Canada!).
Take my makeup off: These Neutrogena Cleansing Towelettes* wipes are reserved for right after a workout when I’m super sweaty and need to cleanse my face immediately after coming home. I received these to try and I remembered why I wasn’t the hugest fan — while they’re great on the face, they sting my eyes. Up & Up are my usual go-to wipes which is much better on my wallet. I can continue using the Neutrogena one’s, I just can’t use them around my eye area. They both remove all the make up and don’t leave any slick residue on my face. The worst. Lazy girls tip — keep make up wipes on the night stand because some days you’re too tired to do the nightly make up removing regime. If I’m cleansing my face and not using wipes, purity by philosophy has been my number one cleanser to break down any make up I have on. This is safe enough to use around the eyes and doesn’t leave my skin feeling sucked dry of moisture. That my friends, is why I have been using it since 2011.
Wash the body: If I feel like taking a shower after a climb or yoga sesh, which let’s be honest — isn’t always. I hop in and lather up my loofa with the philosophy body wash. Currently I’m using Love Sweet Love, it smells super girly, I love it. Never once have I used this for anything but body wash (you can use it as shampoo or pour some into a bath), I have a couple of these philosophy bottles stacked in my bathroom ready to use. If I want something more citrus-y, I use the Neutrogena Body Clear Body Wash in Pink Grapefruit*. The tiny beads in the body wash is supposed to fight acne. While I don’t have any and I think this is probably geared more towards teens than someone in their thirties, I’d absolutely buy this again, especially now that I’m on a stricter budget and can’t afford the $30 philosophy body washes every time. Isn’t it funny I love a good pink grapefruit scent but feel ill if I taste the real thing? It doesn’t make sense. Why you so bitter, grapefruit? You smell and look so tasty.
Alright, that’s it. My after workout routine from grabbing an iced coffee or some food, putting my hair up and either removing all my make up or hopping in the shower.
What do you usually do after your workouts?
What time of day do you workout?
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You know exactly what you are doing! When I was working out daily I had a shower then had to hop into life. I would work out in the mid morning or at night when I could steal the time!
You looks great. I don’t do any workouts :(( As a mother of two boys and WAHM, I already get tired with all things I do for the boys and house. But I do go out with my bike when I have to do groceries, is that count as workouts ^___^
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I wish I was brave enough to rock climb. I always think I am until I get up there lol Your trail mix looks yummy!
@Julie @ Run Away Freckles: Ugh my trail mix is delicious. Most of it is raw nuts from Trader Joe’s, then there’s a bit of dark chocolate and mini m&m’s thrown in :)
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Awe! Your dog is the cutest!
After workouts, I take a shower and usually refuel with something including protein. I also re-hydrate.
If I’m doing an outdoor workout, it’s as early as possible. When I do a DVD or burn calories with the Wii or Kinect…it’s in the late evening that I workout.
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Love rock climbing… Even though I totally suck at it lol….
I guess I would have to have a workout to have a post workout routine. Guilty! I need to get my ass in gear and find something to do stat, this extra 20 pounds I am carrying is not going anywhere without some help!
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Usually, I jump right back into mom mode after a work out. Since I have to take my two year old with me to the gym, its usually gym, then run errands etc. I’d love to come home and shower, but the two year old would probably tear the house up, so my only opportunity to shower after that is when the kids are in bed. I hope to get back to going to the gym again next week.
I usually workout at the gym early in the morning and then I go home and take a shower and head back to work. On the weekends I just like to relax.
Since I workout after office hours, my post-workout routine + activities are pretty simple: clean up, eat something light for dinner, perform some social media duties, and hopefully I sleep early – which I have not been having trouble. It’s different on the few times that I workout in the morning.
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You have a great routine. I always shower and get into comfy clothes after a workout.
So yeah, you are pretty much super woman :) Love it! I love those facial wipes, too! It’s what I use as well and they are the best!
Wow, that rock wall looks amazing! I do love to pamper myself after a workout.
@Stephanie Pass: That climbing gym I go to – is huuuuuge! Biggest one I’ve ever been to. I love it.
Nancy recently posted..After workout routine
My workout these days consists of taking the dog out for a walk/jog. It’s great though and I’m happy that I spend time in nature no matter the weather. I usually have a healthy snack or lunch afterwards, which is a great routine!
Thanks for sharing yours, I got some new ideas I can implement :)
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@Delia @ Happy Blogger Plaza: Glad you got some new ideas, I’m happy to help! :)
Nancy recently posted..After workout routine
Your dog is too cute! The iced coffee and taking the dog for a walk sound like a fun afternoon to me.
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Not that I really work out anymore, but when I did… I would just come home, shower, and pretty much crash for a good 1-2 hours haha. Like just browse Instagram, Twitter, Netflix etc. — No way would you get me to do anything active after hitting the gym hard! :’D
@Leanne: I always have the most energy after a workout. I don’t get it! It’s like I had a bunch of coffee in my system and I need to start cleaning the house or something, haha.
Nancy recently posted..After workout routine
I need to first get down my actual work out routine before I do my post-work out routine! You’re an inspiration. :)
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I use the pink grapefruit wipes after workout too because they are so fresh and give the skin a nice tingle. I also HAVE TO eat immediately because, face it, I’m always #hangry! I usually go for a protein bar or MY FAVORITE: a banana and peanut butter smoothie. <3
@Shipra: I’m always ravishing after my climbing or yoga workouts too! I love picking up a pre-made baguette sandwich from Whole Foods, they have the best bread!
Nancy recently posted..After workout routine
My afternoon is work out time, I make sure supper is cooked before I leave. Does that brush thingy (not sure the name) for your face work? Is it any good? Which brand is it?
@Shaney Vijendranath: The facial brush is my Clarisonic Mia 2 – I love it for giving my skin a good cleaning 2-3x/week. I wrote a little review on it here if you wanted to check it out? :) http://www.spiffykerms.com/2013/04/clarisonic-mia2-review/
Nancy recently posted..After workout routine
Wish I could be so active I do gym work but only round 2 times a week.
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Great post! You’re right, we don’t normally read the after workout routines! I love those lululemon pants, they look great!
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I love Neutrogena products! They’re so refreshing!
Love lulu!! That snack mix looks yummy!
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Woah that rock climbing place looks amazing!
That rock climbing wall is pretty high. I have never done something like that for the fear of falling.
I have heard that the morning is the best time to work out. I need to get motivated to start a routine again.
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I have to hit the showers after a workout then grab a hefty meal because I will be starving by then. That rock climbing wall looks scary but fun!
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I need to get an exercise routine going. That’s one of my goals.
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Sounds like what I do, minus the iced coffee. I’ll give my face a quick splash with water because the burn in my eyes is usually from sweat and not from make up removing wipes lol!
Nothing is better than a nice warm shower after a big workout, it’s probably the best feeling!
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If and when I have a work out first thing is a shower then into comfy clothes or in my case pjs then that’s that hence why I prefer evening workouts than day time ones
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First let me say that I would love to rock climb. I have always thought it would be such a great workout and fun activity.
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What great tips. I love Neutrogena products. My daughter and I use the body wash.
Great routine! You really know what you’re doing!!
Nothing is better than a bit of caffeine & some energizing snacks to help keep the momentum going. Especially trail mix like that with M&M’s in it too! :) By the way, I love those pants!
What a great after workout routine. I miss working out, really need to get back into it for sure. Looks like you have a really relaxing way to wind down after a workout!
Awesome routine after a workout. I usually take a nice hot bath after I put the dogs outside. I really don’t have a routine other than that. Thanks for sharing.
I really need to start working out so I have a after workout routine. =) Great post, thanks for sharing!
I have to shower and change after a work out. And definitely eat!!
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There is nothing better than a nice long shower after I work out! I look forward to it as soon as I get home!
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If only I weren’t lazy lol… Your dog is adorbs and I love Pomeranians’ and I wish my town had a rock climbing place!
I used to carry a face wash with me and wash my face after my workout when I go to the gym, but using face wipes seems like such a better idea!!!! Your dog is SO CUTE!!!!!! I wish I could take my cat for walks lol!
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Nice routine you have going. I was watching the REAL on tv (a popular daytime show) the other day and they mentioned that we should replace our little loofas once a month b/c they collect bacteria, product and dead skin cells. I immediately threw my loofa that I’ve had for an embarrassing number of months into the trash. lol I hope I’m not the only who didn’t think of that. :)
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