Idalis Velazquez

IV FITNESS.

My mini portable tripod. I like to provide my social media followers with sample workouts and new exercises whenever I can.

Dry shampoo, face wipes, mini bands, change of clothes, journal.

At a young age I fell in love with competitive sports, but it wasn’t until I faced a decline in my health during and after my second pregnancy that I fell in love with fitness – the beauty that came with training not to compete or be a specific size, but to be at my healthiest, strongest and once again feel amazing in my body!

Focusing on adding small and sustainable positive habits into my daily routine, and dropping the “all or nothing mentality” in both my nutrition and workout routines. When I started focusing on the things I can add, whether it’s drinking more water, eating more greens or taking my natural supplements, instead of focusing on “what I’m not supposed to do,” I became more consistent with my nutrition and found my balance! I also learned how to listen to my body and enjoy the process more.

C9 Champion women’s performance leggings! I love all the different prints, the fit and how comfortable they feel during my workouts. They are stylish and highly functional.

Afternoons. That’s when I feel the most energized and when I can make the time since my mornings can be hectic. I also love to end my days on a strong note and leave the session feeling more balanced.

Since I have a home gym I prefer to work out from home most days. My biggest challenge is when I have a busy schedule, feel tired or when I’m traveling. I downloaded an interval app on my phone and have several time-efficient workouts using bodyweight exercises that help me get my sweat on anywhere, anytime.

I love braids!

Water, raw natural coconut water, and adding NUUN electrolytes-enhanced tablets in my water to replenish electrolytes and stay hydrated.

Visualizing my goals, serving others and by spending quality time with my family. My little girls remind me how to live in the moment and inspire me to strive to be my best at what I do daily. They show me there is a bigger purpose in what I do because I know there is a big chance they will imitate my behaviors. If I want them to become healthy, confident and kind-hearted women who go after their goals, it all starts with me.

Whenever I feel uninspired I disconnect to quiet the outside “noise” and find clarity by either spending time alone or spending extra quality time with my family. My husband and girls help me stay centered, grounded and focused on my goals and what truly matters in life.

My current faves are “Do Something With It” by Empire Cast & Serayah; “Ex’s & Oh’s” by Elle King; and “Stitches” by Shawn Mendes.

I have two!

The Kettlebell halo and goblet squat combo from the Total Body 2 series: This move combines the KB Halo, which increases shoulder and thoracic mobility while strengthening and sculpting the shoulders, triceps, back and core; and the Goblet Squat which targets the legs, glutes and also the abs. It provides a full body workout, burns a lot of calories and it strengthens the mind-body connection since it requires concentration to perform this exercise.

Plank jacks with shoulder taps from the ABS series: This is a non-equipment exercise that targets and challenges the entire midsection, shoulders and arms while getting your heart rate up. It’s a super fun move that will challenge and fire up the abs.

Pink Kettlebells. They look a bit corny but they are made of iron and are heavier than they look.

Brooks Glycerin 13 for running, New Balance 811 for cross training.

Kettlebells. They provide me and my clients a full-body balanced workout in half the time.

I plan ahead and keep my to-do list updated, prioritizing my must-do’s.

An energizing superfood protein shake. It aids my recovery process and provides my body with high quality nutrients, antioxidants, healthy fats and also has anti-inflammatory properties!

1, 16 oz bottle Pressed Juicery almond milk
1/2 cup frozen blueberries or frozen fruit of choice
1 Tbsp organic plant protein of choice
1 Tbsp goji berries
1 tsp bee pollen
1 Tbsp raw cacao powder
1 tsp chia seeds

Blend all ingredients together and serve!