2nd Day of the week 🌮 Tuesday

Tuesday Workout! Push-ups are still my biggest struggle, but I did notice a small improvement today 🙌🏼. Recently heard of "Matriarchy" push-ups, so I gave those a try along with a few other variations. Progress is progress.

Push Ups

Burpee to Shoulder Press

Decline Push Ups with Shoulder Flys

Alternating Single Arm DB Shoulder Press

Triceps Dips

Toe Touches

Leg Raises

Stationary Bike

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