When it comes to the gym, I’m a creature of habit. I stick to the same three machines, say hi to the same group of people, and exercise around the same time of day (I’m a morning workout kind of gal). But with a chronic illness and unpredictable flare ups, it’s not always easy to stick to my routine, and in fact, there’s lots I’d love to try. There’s also some elements of my routine that definitely deserve a little more attention (rest, recovery, flexibility, upper-body strength . . . just to name a few).
I’ve turned to Pinterest to inspire my life before, most often using it to help visualize my manifestations (a new apartment, a move to the west coast, success in my career, etc.). However, according to Rachel Hardy, Pinterest’s director of consumer product marketing, Pinterest might also be the perfect tool to help revamp my fitness regimen. “There are so many ways to use Pinterest to inspire your workouts,” Hardy tells PS. “You can really use the platform to create a workout routine completely tailored to you and your needs all in one place.”
