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Pilates Summer Series: Day #2 + a GIVEAWAY!
One day down and many more to go. 🙂
To help you start strong and stay motivated this week I figured why not announce the first big giveaway?
As you know, Athleta provided all of the outfits that you’ll see me wearing throughout the program. I’ve always liked Athleta, but after wearing their clothes for the past 2 months I’m a fan for life. They are my #1.
The quality is unparalleled and I really mean that. The pieces are comfortable, breathable and fashionable.
I firmly believe that quality workout clothes are well-worth the investment. Cute outfits are much more motivating than baggy old sweats and when your clothes fit well you feel more confident. Which is what it’s all about right?
So to up your motivation AND your confidence we’re giving away a $150.00 gift card to Athleta to one lucky lady!
How great would it be to spruce up your wardrobe with some new pieces for summer? (they have swimwear too!)
How To Enter:
- Re-post the Athleta giveaway photo (above) to your account. (you’ll see it on my Instagram, Facebook & Twitter feed). Use the hashtag #PilatesSummerSeries and tag both @thebalancedlife and @athleta so that we can count your entries.
- For additional entries participate in the daily check-in’s at the end of every workout. EVERY post using the hashtag #PilatesSummerSeries will be counted as 1 entry. Post as many times as you’d like!
- NOTE: if your profile is private we will NOT be able to see your entries. Leave a comment with your account name so that I can send a follow request to view your photos. 🙂
- Entry period will end on Sunday, May 18th. The winner will be announced on Monday, May 19th.
Good luck!
Now, on to today’s workout…
This series is designed to tone and strengthen your lower body. Short shorts, short skirts, summer hikes, long runs…regardless of your motivation this workout will bring results.
Enjoy!
Today’s Check-In: see giveaway details above. 🙂
See you all tomorrow!
PS: Just joining us? Welcome! Take 7 minutes to complete Day #1 and you’ll be all caught up!
WEARING:
Double Dare Bra in Coral Sunset
X’s & O’s Capri in Flint (on sale!)
disclaimer: these videos were created for individuals in good health. Robin recommends that you speak with your doctor prior to beginning a new exercise routine. By doing this video you do so at your own risk and agree to release Robin Long and The Balanced Life of any and all liability. Clothing generously provided by Athleta.
Robin Long
Robin Long, founder and CEO of Lindywell, certified Pilates instructor, Nutrition Therapy Practitioner, and author of 'Well to the Core,' blends 15 years of expertise with a lifelong commitment to holistic health.
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108 thoughts on “Pilates Summer Series: Day #2 + a GIVEAWAY!”
Really felt my inner thighs, calves, and quads on this one – another excellent workout!
Happy Tuesday!
I’m so glad to have your enthusiasm and positivity back Liz! xo
Great workout -I felt the burn! I love the giveaway today! I’m dgkt99 on instagram! Thanks Robin!
Hi Katie! Glad you enjoyed it. Just sent a follow request 🙂
Awesome! Looking forward to tomorrow’s workout
Me too! See you then 🙂
I entered! My name is Madison Mayberry Hofmeyer on Facebook (Espresso and Cream), MadisonHofmeyer on Twitter and MadisonMHofmeyer on Instagram.
Already following you.Because I LOVE Espresso & Cream. Glad you entered! 🙂
Liked this one – can’t wait for tomorrow!
Happy to hear that Helen 🙂
#PilatesSummerSeries Excellent workout! Felt the burn, no doubt!
Way to get it done Margaret! xo
I’m mrsdhardesty on Instagram.
Danielle Hardesty On Facebook ( I sent you a pm during sign up so you can find me that way.)
Just requested to follow you 🙂
I entered!! Really loving this series so far! I am Cassie62913699 on Twitter and Cassie Kelly on Facebook! Looking forward to the rest of the series!
Thanks Cassie! Just followed you 🙂
7 minutes to an awesome leg burn?! Who knew?!
Efficiency at it’s best! 🙂
loupey73 on Instagram
Found you 🙂
Finished Day 2! I’m sweating!
Great job Linda! Keep up the great work 🙂
Great workout!
Thanks Becca! xo
I entered! @slallen317 on twitter, skuiper317 on instagram, and Sarah Kuiper (Allen) on Facebook!
Found you!
Day 2 DONE! And boy did that burn!!! I’m still feeling it an hour later and my back is sore from yesterday’s workout. Thanks for the challenge!
Nice job Elisha!
Loved this one! Question about the giveaway, can we still enter if we only have Facebook and Instagram?
Or Twitter. 🙂 But yes, it’s a social media based giveaway. xo
Loving these quick but effective workouts! I’m so excited for the rest! I’m Janine Raban on Facebook and Instagram. I posted 🙂
follow request sent. 🙂
My hubby wants to do the workout with me so I am waiting until tonight to do it :-)I’m Sarah Rashott on Facebook and sar_e_i on instagram ! Yesterday’s workout was awesome can’t wait to do todays !
Found ya!
I posted the pic on instagram and facebook….I hope that was ok 🙂
This was such a nice (yet challenging!) break from dissertation research 🙂 I like how you included a couple of short stretches, because stretching is definitely the part of my fitness routine that always falls by the wayside. I know my legs need *way* more stretching than that, but a little is better than nothing, right? 🙂
Great workout! I’ll make a post and hope too see my name as the winner! Where will the winner be announced? On instagram?
Great workout! i’ll post about it today! Where will the winner be announced? On social media?
Hi Tori! It will be announced on the blog, twitter, Facebook and instagram. 🙂
opps… thought the first comment didn’t pose! oh well! 🙂
Doing workout #2 tonight! Workout #1 was a tough one, and proved that after three babies (last one a c-section) that I have minimal ab muscles anymore! Sticking with this to change that- thanks so much! Posted on Instagram, @ekdittma
So glad you’re joining! And that was hard workout so don’t be discouraged. Hang in there! 🙂
Great workout for the legs. #PilatesSummerSeries.
Do you use that hashtag post if you are only on FB?
Where do you enter on FB for the contest?
Hi Cara – great question! You use the hashtag on Facebook, instagram or twitter. That way when you are on one of those social media platforms you can click on the hashtag and it will bring up everyone who is posting and using that hashtag. It’s a way to build community so that you can see what others are doing and help cheer them on. 🙂 If you want to enter on Facebook you can simply post a status and use the hashtag #PilatesSummerSeries.
Thanks Robin. Not only are you teaching me about Pilates and nutrition, you are also teaching me about social media and how to use it properly. You are like one stop shopping!
Loving this! Definitely felt the burn in my legs! Twitter @BethmBeasley can’t wait for day 3!
So happy to hear that! And just requested to follow you 🙂
Going to do this as soon as I get home from work. My Instagram name: kellyvdv and I am Kelly van der Vaart on Fb. Thanks so much for taking the time to figure out a way around the private accounts!
You’re welcome! I just sent a follow request 🙂
Please follow healthray212 on instagram! Thanks.
Done!
i’m einna33 on instagram and annie jensen engelman on facebook. thanks! enjoying the workouts so far:). thanks!
Just requested to follow you. Glad you’re enjoying them! 🙂
Not sure if I retweeted correct but I tried! Day 2 done. Loving this. Thank you so much Robin
You are welcome! Thank YOU for joining me 🙂
This was tough! Love it!
Way to get it done!
That was a great workout! They are the perfect length to squeeze in while the kiddos are napping1
That’s my hope Cathy! Mine is napping right now and I’m attempting work + emails + a quick workout. Wish me luck! 🙂
WOW! great workout – my legs are jello now! lol! Thank you and can’t wait for tomorrow’s workout!
The Pilates noodle legs 🙂 Great job!
Loving this! Found you on Facebook, Insta, and Twitter. I’m GrowingUpThomas on IG and Twitter and Ashlee Thomas on FB. Followed and posted!
Awesome! Found you and glad you’re joining in! 🙂 xo
I think I did it! I’m acotellessa13 on instagram, Anne Cotellessa on FB and @acotellessa on twitter. Enjoying this series, it’s a great addition to my yoga and cycling!
I found you and you did it! 🙂 I’m glad you’re joining in. Perfect to add to your usual routine!
Great workout! I’m Amy Cunanan Jacobsen on FB. Happy Tuesday 🙂
Thanks Amy!
Really love the series…thank you so much for doing this! I entered the series on twitter, facebook and instagram. My accounts are private so you can follow me at bradysmom1212 on both twitter and instagram, and my facebook name is Jennifermariesteele.
I entered the giveaway**** not series…sorry for the typo! Hope you are having a fantastic day! =)
Awesome! Found you 🙂
was discouraged after first workout – i completely forgot how out of shape I am! Today was much more successful. I know it gets better over time. Thanks so much!
It will get better and better. Keep at it. 🙂
@piyowassup on insta and @ann__taylor on twitter!!!
found ya!
Hi Robin! Day 2 done! I’m erica80leigh on Instagram and Erica Newman on Facebook.
Day two #PilatesSummerSeries complete!!and my boyfriend got a good laugh at my awesome squats 😀
Haha. Next time make him join you. 🙂
Loving the workouts!! So easy to fit in my very busy schedule! Thanks 🙂
Oh, good. I’m happy to hear that Ave!
Awesome work out!!! Can’t wait for tomorrow’s!!!
More fun coming tomorrow! 🙂
Yay! Kids in bed and workout done!
Nice job Laila!
Ah! My quads. Those “little pulses” are harder than they look!! Feeling strong 🙂 Thanks!
You’re welcome 🙂
That was great, thanks for putting this together! I love that you had your baby with you while you filmed it, it is a great attitude to try to fit in health/fitness wherever you can! 🙂 I’m Lauren Elizabeth on Facebook, I’m going to post now. I’m looking forward to the next videos!
Thanks Lauren! Yes, I pretty much bring my baby with me everywhere these days! She’s my little sidekick 🙂
I’m on Instagram under lbenhammou. Thanks for putting this together. I really like doing these workouts and feel like they have made a huge difference for my post baby body.
I love hearing that! 🙂
Thank you now ready for day 3
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This was a great workout! I especially loved/didn’t love 😉 the leg pulses.
@urbanwife on insta and @urbanwife08 on twitter
Hi! I’m in and have been doing this the past two days. About to do workout number three right now. Please follow me on instagram at a_nicholas to see my entries since my profile is private. Just had a baby 10 weeks ago so these videos have been great since they are short. Thanks so much!
Congratulations! Glad these are helping you. Just found you on Instagram!
Love this. Love all of it. Just getting started tonight and very excited!
mrswills2 on Instagram. Let’s do this ladies!
So glad you’re enjoying it!
Just found you on Insta. 🙂
I am loving this series! I fell off the bandwagon with the February videos but now that my little guy is 5 months, I am ready to get back into shape! Thanks for all of your encouragement, especially to new mamas! My instagram is theceeboss to see my entry for the Athleta giveaway!
I’m glad you’re back! And I just found you on Instagram 🙂
Please follow me on IG @mividak so that you can see my entries for the athleta giveaway. Thanks!!!
done!
Hi robin! I posted the pic to my Instagram account BarefootBecca27
My account is private. I’m having so much fun doing these workouts!!
done! 🙂
Hey Robin! My account name on IG is dnyelmrie!
Love these series, and LOVE athleta!!!
Hey Robin! I might have already commented, but my computer did something a little funny! Anyway, love your series, and follow on IG, FB and Twitter! Also, my IG is private, but I reposted! You can find me under @dnyelmrie! Thanks for these awesome series…and sorry if I am double commenting!
Hi! I just found you. So glad you’re enjoying the series! 🙂 xo
Hey Robin, do we have to follow on all three social media sites to enter? I know I’m a little behind the times but I don’t have Twitter.
Hi Emily! You don’t need all 3. Any of them count! 🙂
This is my favorite day so far! I keep coming back to do it again and again. Thanks so much, Robin!