The New Cardio Craze: Shakin what ya mama gave ya!

by Lisa on July 6, 2010 · 44 comments

So, I had a pretty kick butt workout last night. I’ve been hearing and reading about how this workout is an awesome way to burn calories, boost your metabolism, and just really shed that fat. It’s called “shakin what ya mama gave ya.”

It was such a good workout in fact that I taped it…

Yeah, I know you guys watched that whole thing and loved every minute ;) . haha so jk. I’m a dork, I know. BUT DANCING! I took heart what mr. Matthew said about doing what sounds appealing to you–and last night, it was DANCING!

Here are some thoughts of mine on it…

So, there ya go. Most embarrassing post of the year. Hope I didn’t lose too many of you on account of my dance skills.

MESSAGE OF THIS POST: Have fun with your exercise!

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MelissaNibbles July 6, 2010 at 8:37 am

Let me see yo’ tootsie roll!!

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Heather (Where's the Beach) July 6, 2010 at 8:40 am

Love it!

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Talia July 6, 2010 at 9:02 am

Love love love this post! How fun!!! Listening to old MJ tunes was nostalgic, too! HAHA!

Exercise can be FUN! Our bodies are craving movement and I think they are happy with whatever we can give in our busy lives!

Have a fantastic day!

Talia:)

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Kelly July 6, 2010 at 9:36 am

Holy crap….LOVE IT! And yes I did watch every single one! You are adorable and girl you definitely have some dancing skill!

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jqlee July 6, 2010 at 9:59 am

WORK IT GIRL. Lisa, you are hilarious. This post is freaking great.

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Naomi(onefitfoodie) July 6, 2010 at 10:19 am

hahaha I didnt even realize that this wasnt an ACTUAL workout video! I thought it was so I aws going to google “shake what your mama gave ya” then I realized its just you dancing to music! I LOVE THIS!!! what a great workout indeed!! you are so freakin cute!

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Sweet Cheeks July 6, 2010 at 10:21 am

so awesome! this post has a great message and I love it. You go girl!

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Tina July 6, 2010 at 10:26 am

This was so great! Not only for the message behind it, but I also loved hearing your voice and seeing your carefreeness with dancing. Love it!

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Katie @ Health for the Whole Self July 6, 2010 at 11:01 am

This seems so fun! Can’t watch the videos at the moment b/c I’m at work, but I’ve saved the post to check out when I get home! ;)

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Jill@MySoCalledHealthLife July 6, 2010 at 11:17 am

You are too cute. And I like getting to hear blogger’s voices!!

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sunny July 6, 2010 at 11:47 am

you are too funny! lol.. i thought you were doing an actual exercise video too, great that you’re not and still worked up a sweat!

oh and i love your accent.. you are so cute girly :)

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april July 6, 2010 at 12:10 pm

LOVE IT!! Those videos just made my morning! you are so cute!

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Kim @ Imperfectly Perfect July 6, 2010 at 12:14 pm

Haha. Thank you for making me smile!! :) It was nice to hear your voice too!

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Meg July 6, 2010 at 12:20 pm

Consider this my first impression of you. You are so brave! And thanks for the peptalk at the end. I needed that this morning! :)

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lisaou11 July 6, 2010 at 12:23 pm

haha, nice first impression! Thanks for stopping by :) I will be checking out your blog!

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Megan @ The Oatmeal Diaries July 6, 2010 at 12:41 pm

Hahaha great reminder to make exercise FUN and enjoyable!!

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homecookedem July 6, 2010 at 12:47 pm

Girl, you got some moves!! Work it!! Love it!! :) I used to pretend I was a ballerina and would dance like one with all kinds of jumps around the house and I swear those were the best workouts!!

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Amy @ Second City Randomness July 6, 2010 at 2:36 pm

You cracked me up! That’s my “alternative cardio” on occasion at night. I have a wall in my dining area that is seriously just one large mirror- so I’ve been known to break it down in front of it… :)

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runrettarun July 6, 2010 at 2:52 pm

WERK! Great job and you are so awesome for these videos! :)

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Melissa July 6, 2010 at 3:08 pm

I can’t watch your video until I get home from work. But I’ll already say that you are SUCH a dork and I love it. I’ve been known to have random cardio dance parties around my apartment. ;)

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Denise July 6, 2010 at 5:10 pm

Love this post. More people should be so carefree!!!

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hayleycepeda July 6, 2010 at 5:36 pm

You’re so flippin’ cute!!! Looks like a fun workout! :)

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thehungryscholar July 6, 2010 at 6:29 pm

This post is AWESOME. haha.

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nikkionlunch July 6, 2010 at 6:32 pm

HAH! You totally gave me a huge grin on my face. I love this idea, girl, and I love that you’re a dork like so many of us out there.

Maybe I’ll try this workout method tonight, in honor of you haha!

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Samantha July 6, 2010 at 7:20 pm

HAHAHAHHAHAHA YOU ARE SOOOO ADORABLE!! LOVE THIS! Love when your dog got involved, so precious. Tootsie Roll makes me want to dance ALL THE TIME! :)

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lowandbhold July 6, 2010 at 8:20 pm

I’m so glad you posted them! Love the last video! You’re awesome.

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paijery July 7, 2010 at 1:15 am

BAHAHAHAHA This is the best post EVER!!! Love love love.

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Melissa July 7, 2010 at 9:20 am

O.M.G. LOVE THIS POST!!!! This is a me post…makes me anticipate a visit with you! :) I LOVE to dance, it’s the best workout!

You crack me up…I had to turn the volume off, because I knew that if I heard the music, I’d be laughing and getting myself into trouble here at work! Hehehehe. I did watch them, though! Your expressions are perfect.

PS: What the hell is with you saying you’d lose us on that post??? You have SKILLLLLZ! :)

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Melissa July 7, 2010 at 9:25 am

And by the way, from the posts above…Tootsie Roll!?!?!?! That’s like 7th grade for me! Hahaha. I used to do that dance with all the black girls that could shake it!!! I still know the entire dance. :)

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Holly July 8, 2010 at 1:27 pm

Oh my gosh this is my favorite post of yours!! you are so confident and a really good dancer, girl – I love it! I totally agree that shakin’ it is a great workout. HIGHLY underrated. I actually do it a lot, too, in front of the mirror in my bathroom. I may or may not pretend like I’m Britney Spears sometimes.

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lisaou11 July 8, 2010 at 2:32 pm

Oh, I totally pretend like I’m Britney Spears. She rocks!

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peanutbutterfingers July 8, 2010 at 2:36 pm

you’ve got mooooves… seriously!!!!

loved the shout out! i didn’t have sound when i first watched your videos so i’m glad i got your email & got some headphones! :) gotta love jock jams!!! ;)

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Teri [a foodie stays fit] July 11, 2010 at 2:12 pm

baaaaahahahaha! sweet movies!

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erinsloves August 11, 2010 at 11:42 am

Yep it’s official you are awesome.

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Melissa August 25, 2010 at 6:44 am

Oh, I had to find this post so I could comment and actually put it somewhere relevant…

They played “Tootsie Roll” at my 10-year last month, and I’m not sure I told you…butI totally thought of you!!!!! <3

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itisallaboutbalance September 28, 2010 at 10:07 am

This is wayyyy to funny! I can’t imagine what I would do with this exercise in my possession! I love this!

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janetha September 28, 2010 at 2:45 pm

i missed commenting on this the first time around. i think i was in the midst of wedding plans? but jessie linked back today and i had to say you are my favorite.

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Chelsea at Striking Balance September 28, 2010 at 6:49 pm

Love love love this post. As always. You are hilarious.

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