This or that survey– fitness edition

I found this survey from Clare’s blog and I knew that I’d eventually cave and do it.  I like surveys, because they remind me of the days of MySpace and the multiple questionnaires I’d fill out per day.  Please tell me that I wasn’t the only one…

1. Run/workout in the heat and humidity or freezing temps and snow?

Snow, snow, snow.  I absolutely loathe running in the heat, because I live in the Philadelphia area and our summers feel like you are in thick air.  I wish I was joking, but I’m not.  I’m very envious of all you southern Californians with the perfect running weather year round.  Therefore, cooler weather is my favorite time to run outdoors!

2. Have washboard abs or flat abs?

I’m alright right flat abs.  I don’t know if I’ll ever have “washboard” abs, because I like sugary cereal too much to give that up, so flat abs are a O.K. for me.

3. Dr. Oz or The Doctors?

Dr. Oz 100%.  I’m actually pretty bitter about this situation, because the year after I graduated with my Bachelor’s degree, Dr. Oz was the commencement speaker at my university.  Talk about bad timing!  However, I’ll forgive him for being late one year.  I love his show, because he makes various health topics easy to understand (almost too simple) and I can appreciate the fact that he is an actual real-life doctor.  He’s no actor, ladies!

4. Cardio or strength?

I can’t pick both?  Eh, okay.  I pick cardio.  I’ve done cardio for as long as I can remember.  I started dancing when I was 5 or 6 and since then cardio has held a place in my heart.  Over the years I’ve integrated other forms of cardiovascular activity into my daily routine, such as RUNNING!  Although I do love a good weight day, I don’t feel complete unless I do a little cardio. 

5. Cravings: Protein or carbs?

Carbs.  Yep, I’m not afraid to admit that.  Give me a bagel, cupcake or piece of cheesecake, any day!  I wish I had cravings for protein more, but I don’t.  Now I’m not saying that I live off of sugary carbs, because I don’t.  However, given the option of a piece of fish plain or on a sandwich, I’ll usually go with the sandwich for the bread.  No shame.

6. Jillian Michaels or Bob Harper?

Jillian Michaels.  She’s a tough cookie.  During college, when I wasn’t dancing, I would do her onDemand workouts in my tiny bedroom.  I’m pretty sure I’ve gotten bruises from her kickboxing video.  I may have accidentally kicked my bedpost and nailed my ankle on the side of a wall once or twice…

7. Frozen Yogurt or Ice Cream?

Frozen yogurt!  I love frozen yogurt and am pretty sad that there isn’t a froyo shop any where near my house.  When we lived with Bryan’s parents there was a place only a few minutes away and I miss that luxury!  Since I can’t get my froyo cravings met, and I really dislike the taste of froyo from the grocery store, I buy my favorite ice cream flavor of all time:  Turkey Hill Vanilla Bean from their naturals line. 

8. To train: Upper body or Lower body?

I would have said lower body a year or so ago, but I’ve been loving the free weights and really trying to build up my arm muscles.  I have decently strong leg muscles from dancing my whole life, so doing leg exercises comes easy for me and I like to challenge myself at the gym. 

9. Protein powder or food with protein?

Eating food with protein is always better than any type of additive, but sometimes there just isn’t any other option.  When I get home from a tough workout, I like to make my simple protein shake with vanilla protein powder.  Because I don’t eat any meat besides fish, I have to make sure that I get enough protein in my diet.  My favorite forms of protein from food are eggs, tuna, and vegetarian meat products. 

10. Lunges or squats?

Squats.  No real reason behind this answer.  I just like doing them more.

11. Sweet or salty?

Sweet.  I tend to reach for sweet things like cereal more often than pretzels or chips.

12. Workout attire: cute or comfy?

Cute.  Not saying I wear makeup and belly shirts to the gym, but I like feeling good about myself when I work out.  I’ll never go to the gym in a baggy t-shirt and basketball shorts, because that’s not what makes me feel good.  If that makes you feel good then wear that! 

13. Body Pump or Heavy lifting?

I’ve never tried a Body Pump class or have done enough “heavy” lifting to make a decision on this one.

14. Yoga or Pilates?

Yoga all the way.  I really dislike Pilates, and I’m not sure why.  I took some classes in college and really preferred yoga.  I try to go to yoga at least once a week, if I can.  I’m lucky that I have classes at Whole Foods and lululemon to look forward to on the weekends!

15. Nike or Adidas?

Nike.  I currently wear Nike sneakers and tempo shorts when I run, (I need NEW sneakers badly, and not Nikes)  and my gym bag is from Nike, so I am going to go with Nike.

16. Running on the treadmill or outdoors?

I’d prefer to run outdoors, but the weather here is terrible and I am a wimp in hot temperatures.  Cold weather all the way.  The majority of people go indoors during the winter to run on the treadmill, but I prefer to get outdoors and embrace the cooler air.

17. Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s?

Whole Foods.  I do like Trader Joe’s for their butternut squash raviolis, but overall I like the atmosphere and options that Whole Foods offers.  Plus community yoga on Saturdays!

18. Summer or Winter Olympics?

Summer.  But you probably knew that if you’ve read my blog lately.  I’m all about the competitions in gymnastics, track and field, and swimming.

19. Steamed veggies or roasted veggies?

Roasted.  I can’t seem to steam my veggies without making them soggy… and who likes soggy veggies?  Not me! 

What’s your favorite place to buy groceries?
If you had to choose cardio or weights, what would you pick?
What type of sneakers do you wear when you run?

Please fill out the survey and link back to my blog so I can read it!  I’d love to read all of your answers!