CapeTown Vibez
Have you ever been to a place that you immediately fall in love with because of its energy? Well that’s the effect CapeTown, South Africa had for me.
•Brief History: CapeTown is a port city on the southwest coast of Africa. It’s multicultural with tourist attractions such as Table Mountain, V & A waterfront, and Boulders beach. It’s also the location of Robben Island the prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 27 years. A bronze statue of him can be found at the city hall, the place where he delivered a historic apartheid speech briefly after his release from prison. It is clear that CapeTown history is complex and rich. A place where a struggle for freedom has heavily shaped the culture.
In 2020, as people have become hyper aware and cautious with self care, phrases such as protect your energy and positive vibes have become common mottos. My trip to Cape Town embodied these mottos! The city’s powerful energy infused positivity into my own energy. The weather, the friendly people, the beautiful landscape just made me want to vibrate higher. I wanted my energy to match the energy of my surroundings.
•The Workout: My airbnb was located in the hills a couple of blocks up from the waterfront. Running uphill wouldn’t normally be my choice of cardio, but during just one Uber ride I saw several people outside strolling, jogging, and biking. The people seemed very fit conscious and the beautiful terrain seemed to be the ideal place to get a workout in.
So i created a track inspired HIIT workout dependent only on the hill and stairs outside of my Airbnb.
-Circuit 1: Uphill Sprints followed by static lunges. 10 sets, 10 reps on each leg for lunges, 1 min rest in between sets. -Circuit 2: Stair sprint followed by 10 burpees. 10 sets, 1 min rest between sets.
•The Outfit: For my first trip to Africa, i wanted fitness gear inspired by the culture. I chose to wear the Raha sports bra and leggings from @zawadicollections kente collection. Kente cloth is a woven material native to the Akan ethnic group of Ghana. Characterized by bold colors and patterns, this cloth is rich in symbolism and history. @zawadicollections created this collection for the “cultured, confident, and captivating woman.” I paired the outfit with an @Nike track and field inspired crop and the sneakers to match.
I firmly believe that traveling is a form of therapy. Post travel i like to feel enriched whether it’s because of knowledge I’ve gained, or much needed R& R. CapeTown was good for my soul. I fed off it’s vibes and ultimately left with a higher sense of self.