Sweat Obsessed, 2836 Conti St (2026)

19/06/2021

“The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is the little “extra”. “ - Anonymous

I chose this quote because Julia Poche is definitely in the extraordinary” category!

I met Julia about 8 months ago at the New Orleans Boxing Club. When she told me she was a Freshman at Ursuline Academy (now going into her Sophmore year), I was floored.

Where a lot of teens these days are looking for the next party, Julia is looking forward to getting to the club (The New Orleans Boxing Club), that is ;)

I was mesmerized by the power of her punches on the bag and how quick her footwork was as she moved around the ring.

I wanted to find out more about what brought her to boxing so I interviewed her!

My hope is that her story/experience may inspire another girl to perhaps put on some boxing gloves or lace up and go for a run in hopes of adopting a fitness routine early.

What got you interested in boxing?

Over quarantine, I was extremely bored with myself and was trying to give myself something to do. I had gotten a bag for my birthday the previous but never really used it. during the summer of 2020, I started watching youtube videos showing me the basics of boxing. I really just wanted a sport that depended completely on me.

What do you love most about boxing and what has it taught you?

The thing I love most about boxing and the NOBC is the community. It is by the far the most respectful sport because everyone in it wants to be the best but they still support each other. It has taught me a lot of discipline. There were many things I thought my body was not capable of until I started boxing and realized it is all a mental game. You have to tell yourself you are capable not doing that one exercise or sparring that one person.

Who is your favorite professional boxer and why?

My favorite professional boxer is Manny Pacquiao. I am a Southpaw (left handed) so it helps watching him because he fought in a Southpaw stance. He is also a very respectable man in and out of the ring.
(See Comments For More Q/A⬇️)

14/06/2021

🧘‍♀️ CLASS REVIEW 🧘‍♀️

🧘‍♀️Studio : Grace Yoga , 4223 Magazine St. , NOLA…. The space is so beautiful and filled with positive vibes.

🧘‍♀️Instructor : Cally Skye led this class and legit took me to another world. She is a Minnesota native who is not only a certified yoga teacher but also a trauma release breath work facilitator.

🧘‍♀️Class : Restorative Yoga , Sundays, 6pm

Restorative yoga is a restful practice that is all about slowing down and opening your body through passive stretching. If you take a restorative class, you may hardly move at all, doing just a few postures over the course of an hour.

By definition, restorative yoga is a restful practice that holds yoga poses (asanas) for a longer duration using props like yoga blocks, blankets, and bolsters. It is a practice of deep relaxation that emphasizes the meditative aspect of yoga—the union of body and mind. Through the use of props for support, many of the postures are held almost effortlessly.

When the body enters a state of relaxation the mind can also consciously relax as tension is released from both body and mind. The only work that's required on your part during a restorative yoga practice is to pay attention to your breath and become aware of any sensations or thoughts that may arise.

🧘‍♀️ My Take : It was such an amazing experience. I highly recommend this class for anyone who is looking to decompress or who suffers from any type of pelvic floor issues. I spend so much time killing it in the gym that it’s nice to balance my recovery days with a peaceful practice like this. I’ll be there again next Sunday! Join me 🧘‍♀️

15/03/2021

This post is the pits...

When I got pregnant for my first daughter I became super conscious about what I was putting on my skin. The more I researched the more horrified I became about what ingredients are used on a regular Basis in most beauty products: makeup, body lotions and yep you guessed it deodorant!
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Because antiperspirants are applied often and on skin near breasts, some reports claim that the chemicals could be absorbed through your skin and cause estrogen-like hormonal effects. Alzheimer’s and Breast Cancer have both been linked to aluminum compounds found in antiperspirants, and some might even contain infertility-causing toxic chemicals.
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Aluminum, often the most active ingredient in antiperspirants, poses serious risks to our overall health as it’s carried through the bloodstream, targets the central nervous system and also settles into fatty tissue and breast tissue. With continued exposure, aluminum even has the potential to cross the blood-brain barrier and accumulate in the brain.
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Scary right? 😱So what’s a sweaty (and stinky) girl to do? 🤷🏼‍♀️
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I’ve vetted out a bunch of natural deodorants and here’s my all time favorite!
lavender deodorant
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I love it because IT ACTUALLY WORKS! seriously y’all it will last the whole day, workout and all and NO STINK! Also unlike a lot of natural deodorants it didn’t burn or irritate my skin and I love the eco friendly cardboard packaging.
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One thing you should expect when making the switch - a detox process. For 2-4 weeks expect to be smellier than usual while you detox your body from the aluminum. Trust me, the detox is worth it... I find that I need less deodorant and can use more Infrequently with natural deodorant and stink less!

Knowledge is power 💪🏻 tag a friend who needs to know! Xo-B

20/02/2021

Immune boosting smoothie recipe 🍊

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There can never be enough immune boosting things in your life amiright?!?!
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This is my personal go to immune boosting smoothie - I could drink this everyday, but especially on days that I feel run down or under the weather.
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This smoothie combines a few power packed ingredients that will really give you a boost.
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Ingredients:
1 c Ice
1/2 c almond milk or coconut water
1/2 tsp ground ginger (reduces inflammation, powerful antioxidant)
1 tsp turmeric (powerful anti-inflammatory)
1/3 c vanilla complete yogurt (contains probiotics and prebiotic - since 70% of your immune system is located in the gut, probiotics are essential in immune support)
1 orange 🍊 (vitamin c, fiber, potassium)
1 large banana (powerful antioxidant, improves digestion)

Hope you love this smoothie as much as I do! Make sure to tag us if you try it out 🧡🧡🧡

XOX- B

08/02/2021

For all my SO soon to be mamas - here’s my 4mo bump-date with Bebe # ✌🏼

First off let me say I’m so excited to have this amazing platform to share this journey. Pregnancy is scary, weird and at times lonely (especially when you are feeling like 💩)

The past 4mo have been a mixture of nausea, vomiting, severe head aches and neck pain.... struggle bus y’all. I’ve barely worked out at all bc I’ve been so sick. I’m definitely not sharing this as a sympathy post, but just as a reminder that we go through chapters in our life. Especially becoming a mother or experiencing life as a new mom, your whole world is flipped upside down. My best advice, have patience and love for yourself.

I remember after having Elle thinking to myself “how in the hell do women get through this?!?”... I was so sleep deprived, my house was a mess, my body looked swollen and weird recovering from a c - section and the only effort I made to be a semi normal human was a shower each day. Oh the glorious shower (new moms y’all know what I’m talkin bout 🚿🧖🏼‍♀️)

I’m not upset that I haven’t worked out or feel crummy - I know this is just a temporary space and time. I’m giving myself all the grace. I hope that you do too!

Stay with me on this journey fam, it takes a village 🙌🏻 also please share your journey with me I would love to know how you are feeling!

05/02/2021

Let’s talk essentials...

There’s a few key pieces to a “home gym” setup that I deem “essential”

are definitely ☝🏼

Do y’all remember seeing this product launch on ?!?!

Here’s why I love these...

🖤comfortable - they don’t scratch pull or slide around once you gave them on
🖤versatile - use them on your ankles, wrists or slide over palms to level up
🖤effective - although they are only 1lb (or 2 depending on which ones you choose) you definitely feel the added resistance
🖤stylish - they come in super cute colors and they look pretty chic on
🖤portable - pack these in an over night bag and boom you bring your workout anywhere

Have you tried ?!? What’s done of your at home essentials?

Xoxo-B

30/01/2021

I’ve been craving chocolate 🍫...
But I’m trying to stay away from refined sugar for Obvious reasons, but also bc I noticed I triggers head aches.
I came across a vegan chocolate pie recipe and made a few tweaks....OMG....
I was blown away by how delicious it came out! It’s super rich and not too sweet. I’m
Also get this it’s
🍫gluten free
🍫no refined sugar
🍫no soy
🍫no grain

Drop a ❤️ in the comments below if you want me to post the recipe for this delicious pie!

Xoxo- B

21/01/2021

So you’ve prob seen every health, fitness and wellness guru post about warm lemon water in the morning 🍋.... in fact you may even be doing it too - but do you know why?
Here’s the juice on this morning must
🍋warm is better than cold - vapors from a hot liquid increase your nasal mucus movement through nasal cavities faster
🍋reduces inflammation
🍋boost vit C to support immune system (great for skin)
🍋improves lymphatic function which in turn improves energy
🍋balances PH due to alkalizing effects
🍋citric acid aides in detoxification

Are you already doing this in the morning? Drop a comment below and let me know if you love this healthy habit!

Xoxo-B

20/01/2021

🥊Wanna get a good sweat in before the weekend begins?

🥊Wanna knock back a few after a long work week and kick it with some fresh new faces?

Well, now you can do both!!!!

New Orleans Boxing Club in partnership with Sweat Obsessed are bringing you the hottest (and funnest) new boxing fitness class right here in Mid-City!

On Friday, February 12th at 5:30pm , New Orleans Boxing Club will host a brand new boxing fitness class like the city HAS NEVER SEEN in their outdoor space which is sure to get you fired up! 🔥🔥🔥

Don’t worry if you’ve never boxed before! Their team will ensure that you feel comfortable learning the punches and have an amazing time doing it!

The class, taught by .nola , who is a professional boxer, will infuse the technical aspects of boxing mixed in with some good old fashion strength training and agility work.

It will target every muscle in your body and you won’t want to miss it! (Plus the music alone is just plain 🔥 so I might show up just for that ;)

Couple that in with cocktails post class provided by .tiki and delicious bites by and you quite possibly won’t want to go home!!!!

Sometimes in this city, we need to mix it up!

We need to be around new energy, new faces, new neighborhoods and new workouts .

THIS is the event that will get us there!!!!

Spots are limited so if you are interested in signing up for this class, DM us and we will get you reserved and provide all the details you will need!!
(If it rains, the class can be held indoors and..... happy hour?..... well, Nola knows how to drink anywhere so....bring on the weather!🤣)

18/01/2021

💦 Class Review 💦

*let me preface this review by saying I was soo pumped to try this out because everything I’ve heard / read about Tracy Anderson had me convinced of her greatness! She is the “creator” essentially for this pulse sculpt type workout so her reputation precedes her. I only tried 2 classes and would be willing to try more, but it just wasn’t my fave - more on why after the review.

💦Class: Tracy Anderson Online

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💦length: varies depending on the class

💦description: high repetition body weight or light weighted movements to lengthen and tone the body. A lot of the movements are dance/ ballet inspired and are designed to elevate the heart rate.

💦sweat level: 7/10 (to reiterate I only took 2 classes so I’m sure the more comfortable I got with this workout and with increased intensity the sweat level would increase)

💦tone level: 9/10 (even with no weights you can totally feel the burn so I know this workout will definitely get you toned)

💦cult level: 10/10 (literally scroll through her ads for this workout on social media and you’ll see how devoted her following is - it’s the definition of “cult” following)

💦vibe: 7/10 I wasn’t personally feeling the vibe of this workout online but I did like her music so that’s a plus

💦price: $95 per month (this was a big downside for me as I felt there are other programs that offered just as much value for way less $)

Okay so the main thing about this workout that I couldn’t get into is that she doesn’t talk (like no cues, coaching) you have to visually follow her movements. In a live class I can see the added benefit of really staying visual and In tuned to the mind body connection but watching this on a screen was hard. I was having to twist my neck all around to make sure I was doing the right move. I also am a fan of cues, I love to be reminded of foot placement or Breath technique - especially at home it’s easy to drift off on focus so those little cues bring you back to the burn. Lastly I was shocked by the price - I can name 3 other apps that have similar classes (that are amazing) that are wayyy less expensive.

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