Recently we both tried a spin class at Women's Fitness Studio in Brunswick, Maine (first class is free!). For those of you who don't know what spin is-its a class in which you ride on stationary bikes to music in a variety of speeds and resistance levels. A very challenging workout!
We were quite nervous because we have heard that this type of class can be intense but we were pleasantly surprised by the laid back attitude and "do what you can" mindset. The instructor was very helpful when we didn't know how to set up the bike properly and she made the class fun and exciting.
What we didn't anticipate was the miniature size seats that you are required to sit on for the hour long class! But thankfully we both got through! I was so thankful that I was able to try something new with Kaite. These moments definitely bring us closer!!
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We also wanted to talk about how we met. We met this summer online! When we tell people this I can tell they hesitate and might even judge us for some reason. But I think it was such a blessing! We had both been following Tone It Up since early 2013. http://toneitup.com/ We followed Karena and Katrina (the founders and health coaches) on their website, blog, and Youtube channel. They also created a community page for their followers- set up much like a Facebook (but for happy and positive people). Kaite and I had tried to contact other Tone It Up girls in Maine but weren't very successful until one day I wrote on Kaite's wall asking if she wanted to get together for a workout. We both made sure to meet in a public place. I guess we were even a little hesitant to meet a stranger! But we have been supportive of each other since!
Finding a girlfriend or partner to be healthy with is so vital for your journey. When you are trying to make healthy choices you need all the encouragement you can get. Kaite and I will often text each other throughout the day to say what healthy meals we had or what we are doing for our daily workout. It keeps up accountable and engaged in the process.
We also recently joined about 20 other TIU girls around the nation and have started a healthy care package each month. We are paired with a different girl each month and exchange packages full of healthy snacks, encouraging messages, and their favorite healthy products.
This month Kaite and I included the following:
Badger's Sore Muscle Rub (Most Products were from Morning Glory in Brunswick, Maine)
70 % Dark Chocolate
Blueberry Odwalla Bar
Peanut Butter Cookie Lara Bar
Jacoba Oil Dessert Essence Chapstick
An assortment of Stash teas!!
Some mini Bath and Beauty Products and a healthy book
We also handmade both our partners goal sheets on pretty scrapbook paper so they could stay committed and focused!
Why not do something special like this for a friend or family member pursuing a healthy lifestyle! I guarantee that want to hear your words of encouragement! But more importantly-THEY WANT YOU TO JOIN THEM! MAKE HEALTH YOUR PRIORITY TOO! 
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