#zumba

[delulustateofmind]

Married to the Lord of Bloodshed (One-shot)

A/N: OMG! Thank you all for so much love on the Azriel one. I am literally SHOCKED. This one is for Cassian, made for fun because he reminds me so much of my husband. This one and the Azriel one are somewhat based on true stories!

**fair warning: it is unedited, like a rough draft like the last one as I am working on both the series as well. Just had a lot of fun with it!**

Summary: collections of being married to Cassian! Married for fifty years :) 

Word count: 1.6k

triggers: Mentions of intimacy, lots of pet names-like LOTS, that's about it!

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You, an unlikely match, found yourself married to the formidable Illyrian warrior, Cassian, general of the Night Court. Fifty years of a beautiful marriage under your belt. Meeting at a party that somehow left you both discovering you were mates. Cassian was a completely different male when he was around you compared to how he was at the Illyrian camps. 

Among your cherished moments together…

After a long day working as a healer for the court, your muscles tense. Cassian would very much enjoy rubbing out your sore muscles. You knew he did this to lead to other things.

As you would lay on the bed, flat on your back. Cassian lifts one of your legs to rest on his shoulder as he rubs your calf. With a mischievous smirk, he murmured, “Baby let me take care of you.” The feeling of his rough calloused hands rubbing out your sore muscles from standing all day. You couldn’t help but laugh, attempting to retract your leg from the ticklish sensation.

“Baby, that tickles,” Cassian smirks in response as he applies more pressure. “You think this tickles, I haven’t even started yet” he murmurs as he presses a thumb to your tight calf muscle as he rubs a knot out and notices your reaction as you cover your face. 

“How are your muscles looking? Still sore? Maybe you should take off a few days, you’ve been working really hard. I could stay with you and keep you company.” his gaze meets yours as his hand seems to have traveled to your thigh. 

“Well I’ve been going to this new workout studio before work in the mornings, it’s this new workout called pilates” a soft laugh escaping your lips as he reaches a more tense area in your thigh. His smirk fades a little as he looks at you. 

“You’ve been going to the gym before work? Baby, you work like hours on end. Are you trying to run that body of yours to the ground? It’s beautiful and deserves to be cared for” Cassian states as he leans closer to you pressing a kiss to your forehead. “I never complained about you working so much, but sometimes you worry me. Try to take it easy okay? Maybe we can have a relaxing weekend together, just us, maybe go to the river?” He smiles down at you as he pulls you closer to himself. You knew where this was leading, as soon as his hands moved across your thigh and onto your hips to pull you flush against him as he kissed your lips. “How about I make you feel good tonight, hm? I’ll be gentle” He smirks with a kiss.

***

However, one thing that really was a bummer was being married to a super health-conscious Illyrian. Going to the market was a challenge. Sure you enjoyed that your mate looked out for you. Picking the best fruits and vegetables to cook healthy delicious meals with. 

But sometimes a girl just wants two different types of cake and maybe some cookies. Your monthly was probably starting soon but the sugar cravings were at an all-time high. Yes, Cassian would obviously let you pick up one. Not two, no no, just one. He said too many sweets would burn you out…I mean he was right, but it still sucked to admit it. 

“Mamas, just pick one” Cassian chuckled as he carried the bags of food. Looking at you with a smile as you stood there for the past twenty minutes. Carefully. Picking out the one sweet treat you were allowed for the week. 

You pleaded to him as if you were begging for your life. “My love, it’s so hard, can’t we get the fancy cake and the cheesecake?” You shot him a look that even a puppy would fall for, almost begging for your mate to indulge in your cravings. Pointing at the beautifully decorated chocolate cake that sat right next to its best friend, the cheesecake with the pretty little strawberries sitting on top that just went into season. “I mean look they’re best friends, baby? It’s like you and Azriel, we can’t just break them up”

Cassian smirked looking at you, trying to put up a ‘no’ look for you but the male was weak. You knew he couldn’t say no to your cute pleading face. So the moment you looked up at him, he rolled his eyes.

“Fine. But only this, one time.” He teased with mock sternness, his voice low and playful “Only, because you brought up a compelling argument” 

“I have never loved you more than I have in this very moment, Pookie” You gave him a big smile as you motioned the baker over to box up both the chocolate cake and the cheesecake. 

Cassian was just going to roll his eyes, but he couldn’t say no to his wife’s charms. He looked at you and chuckled, not saying anything as you walked out of the store. Grabbing the bag from you and following you. Though he did make sure to give your ass a tiny pinch on the way out.

“Pookie? I swear you’re going to be the death of me some days, I have a reputation to uphold, you know!” he teased as he walked with you. You both had to pick up a few more items before heading home for the day…

***

Mornings were never your thing you despised mornings. You always opted for the afternoon or night shift when you had to work. Cassian on the other hand was a ray of sunshine in the mornings. Though, he never cared that you didn’t work out with him. Your mate just cared that you would at least move around a bit, whether that was doing yoga with Feyre or taking dance lessons over at the Rainbow. He trained you in self-defense when you first started dating. His wife needed to be able to protect herself at least. 

You unfortunately had the morning shift today. A grumpy walk on the way home, you could winnow home. But, you needed the walk to cool yourself down. A walk down the streets of Velaris led you to a new studio that had just opened with the word  ‘Zumba’ written on the glass.  You peeked in to find music flowing out and a bunch of what seemed like moms dancing. 

Sounds like a good time! 

There were two open spots for tonight. You signed both your and Cassian’s names onto the sign-up sheet. Though you hadn’t asked him yet, you were sure you could be convincing enough. 

Entering his office, you found Cassian engrossed in paperwork for the Illyrian camps. “Baby, my love, my sweet honey bear, snookums” you whispered in his ear as you leaned over his shoulder. Carefully not pressing weight down on his wings. 

A soft hum escaped his lips as he reached for your hand. Pressing a small kiss on your palm as he kept reading a document for supplies. “What is it my love” he murmured clearly not paying attention to you. 

“There’s this class going on tonight and I would really love you if you would join me,” you kissed his ear and then his neck. “Pretty please”

“Mm, what sort of class?” He hummed. Although Cassian would agree to anything for you, he couldn’t help but find your sweetness after work unusual, yet endearing. Usually, you were a snapping turtle, especially once you discover soon that he ate the last piece of cake while you were at work. 

“It’s like a workout class with live music, seems fun right? Please baby…pretty please my big strong Illyrian male that I love so much” you whined as you kissed his neck with peppered kisses. Use your other hand to rub his chest. 

“Yeah, we can go, let me get ready then” just the confirmation you needed. You pulled away from him and with a happy smile, just about to leave him to his paperwork. Before you knew it, Cassian had swept you off your feet, a playful gesture that spoke of what was to come when he carried you over his shoulder to your shared bedroom. 

****

Stepping into the ‘Zumba’ studio, Cassian realized that facing war and bloodshed paled in comparison to the challenge of dancing with a group of determined mothers on a Tuesday night. These females seemed as if they were ready for war. Strapped with their sweatbands and their workout clothes. Cassian was definitely out of place, a few of the fae women gave him curious glances as he stood in the back. The mirrors clearly show him towering over everyone, his massive wings were tucked close to his body, straining as if they sought freedom from the small studio. His small wife was beside him, grinning ear to ear as she looked up at him full of excitement. 

How could he refuse when she looked that happy?

As the class concluded, Cassian found himself drenched in sweat, a testament to the intensity of the workout. Sure, he was in perfect shape, he’s had about 500 years of training. Of course, he was a fit male. 

But this tortuous dance class had him wheezing and gasping for air while these moms did the cardio squats like it was nothing. A few of the moms even gave him some fist bumps, humbling the poor lord of bloodshed. 

Grabbing your hand as you both left the studio, a smile formed and tugged on his lips as he reluctantly said, “Mamas, I need one of those pinky drinks you love so much.” Wiping the sweat from his brow, he looked at you expecting to lead the way to your favorite cafe.

#acotar #cassian x reader #cassian x you #zumba #acotar cassian #acotar hea #acotar headcanons

[one-time-i-dreamt]

My professor (67m) was one of those dancers in Zumba videos, wearing nothing but pink polka dot underwear.

#dream #text #May 14th 2023 #professor #zumba #dance #dancer #good for him #polka dot #fashion

[starchaserdreams]

I don't understand people who don't have hobbies. I'm just a pile of hobbies in a trench coat.

#hobbies #adulting #im trying to tag all of my hobbies but im out of space :( #reading #writing #fanfiction #baseball #mlb #archive of our own #ao3 #marauders #marauders era #running #zumba #football #uga #novel writing #travel #exploring #hiking #disney #disney world #disney parks #credit card hacking #sitcoms #star wars #marvel #mcu #wolfstar #jegulus

[chimerqa]

Dylematy z dupy.

W czwartek na sztangach chyba za mocno sobie dojebałam. Ogólnie trening wszedł jak złoto! Instruktor z zamiłowaniem do agresywniejszej muzyki, więc przy Prodigy podciąganie szło zajebiście! Coś tam czułam, że ramię trochę jakby się buntuje, ale pomyślałam, że zaraz się kawałek skończy i odpocznę. Tyle, że kawałek był długi XD oczywiście, ze dałam radę do końca, bo dekiel że mnie i na sztangach umiaru nie znam ...

Obecnie boli mnie trochę to ramię oraz te miejsca bezpośrednio nad zgięciem łokci po wewnętrznej i zewnętrznej stronie. Chyba zakwasy, chociaż to chyba mało prawdopodobne, bo regularnie ćwiczę akurat że sztangami .

Z obawy przed kontuzją zapisałam się na jakąś nudną do porzygu zumbę. W sensie mnie akurat zumba nudzi. Nie ma tej adrenaliny, wewnętrznej walki ze swoimi słabościami i leniem. Takie tam machanie tyłkiem. I akurat przy odchudzaniu zumba jest wręcz idealna, ale mnie tak kurwa nudzi :$ wiem bo że dwa lata temu po sztangach zostawałam jeszcze na zumbę.

I teraz nie wiem czy dobrze robię...

Uwielbiam, gdy ona się tak wtula jak dziecko :D

#problemy pierwszego świata #problem z dupy #z sercem nie wygrasz #ja #no tak chuj mi w dupę #dieta #waga #odchudzenie #sztangi #zumba #fitness #fitness academy #FA Marino

[shiftythrifting]

I can’t be bothered to number it this time.

Went thrifting 10/16 in Winston Salem, NC, at goodwill.

#shiftythrifting #thrifting #submission #toys #tamatown #tamagotchi #shirts #ayy lmao #grills #they cookin breast meat over here #authentic patina #zumba

[rockshrimp1989]

One of my favorite things about going to Saturday morning zumba class in my neighborhood is that the instructor incorporates 15 minutes of belly dancing in the circuit. So it's an intense workout and a dance lesson for the price of one!😁

#personal #zumba #belly dancing

[petits--oiseaux]

Y'all who am I waking up early to work out not in order to get it done with but because I don't have time later?? This is the third time in 6 days I've gotten up to work out and haven't hated it! Rather than proud, Robbie is wondering why the sole purpose of me waking up early isn't getting him food, but alas 😹 #morningworkout #zumba #happywednesday #makingtimeforchange #proud #health #weightloss #workout https://www.instagram.com/p/ClTaL0QrG8i/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#morningworkout #zumba #happywednesday #makingtimeforchange #proud #health #weightloss #workout

[yogadaily]

(via Pin von S auf Y O G A)

#hoeschler #sport #velbert #BODYBUILDING #CARDIOTRAINING #OVER60TRAINING #BBPKURS #BOXEN #LADYFITNESSBOXKURS #SHADOWBOXING #KICKBOXEN #KINDERBOXEN #MANAGERBOXEN #SELBSTVERTEIDIGUNG #PERSONALTRAINING #EIWEISSBODYSHOP #ERNÄHRUNGSPLÄNE #SPORTKURSE #zumba #urdhvadharunasana #yogabun #glasswalls #cityview #skyline #yoga #yogi #yogini #yogainspiration #inspiration #fitness

[sheila-quesada]

Last Zumba class, we all dressed up in rubber gloves and shower caps.

Then we gathered together for breakfast, there were 30 of us. 🤪😁

#zumba #sunshine #shower caps

[chunkygoatmilk]

Zumba from the twink instructor is harder than Marine boot camp

#usmc #zumba #twink #lgbtq

[bergsmotiv]

#Ft. Liechtenstein #Drei Schwestern #Zumba #Schesaplana #Falknis #Alvier #Bündner-Alpen #Margelkopf #Gamsberg #Sichelkamm

[zymmechanixgym]

Minimalist’s Guide to Fitness: 2 Dumbbells to Total Transformation

Dumbbells are a versatile and accessible piece of equipment that can transform your workouts. They offer a wide range of exercises to target different muscle groups, making them perfect for building strength, improving muscle definition, and boosting your overall fitness.

Whether you’re a seasoned gym-goer or just starting your fitness journey, this guide will equip you with the knowledge to create effective dumbbell workouts.

Benefits of Dumbbell Exercises:

Compound Movements: Dumbbells allow for bilateral (both sides) and unilateral (one side) exercises, engaging multiple muscle groups simultaneously. This is excellent for building functional strength and burning more calories.

Isolation Exercises: You can also isolate specific muscle groups for targeted definition and sculpting.

Increased Core Engagement: Many dumbbell exercises require core stabilization, improving overall balance and stability.

Improved Coordination and Flexibility: Dumbbell movements often challenge your coordination and flexibility as you control the weights through the entire range of motion.

Variety and Customization: The sheer number of dumbbell exercises allows you to design personalized workouts that target your specific goals and fitness level.

Top Dumbbell Exercises for Different Muscle Groups:

Chest:

Dumbbell Bench Press

Dumbbell Flyes

Incline Dumbbell Press

Back:

Dumbbell Rows

Bent-Over Dumbbell Flyes

Reverse Dumbbell Flyes

Shoulders:

Dumbbell Shoulder Press

Lateral Raises

Front Raises

Biceps:

Dumbbell Bicep Curls

Hammer Curls

Triceps:

Overhead Tricep Extensions

Skullcrushers (use caution with proper form)

Legs:

Dumbbell Squats

Lunges (walking lunges, stationary lunges)

Romanian Deadlifts

Getting Started:

Choose the Right Weight: Start with a weight that allows you to complete 8–12 repetitions with good form. You should feel challenged but not strained.

Focus on Form: Proper form is crucial to prevent injury and maximize results. Don’t be afraid to start lighter and prioritize controlled movements.

Warm Up and Cool Down: Always warm up before your workout to prepare your muscles and cool down afterward to promote recovery.

Building a Dumbbell Workout Routine:

There are endless ways to design a dumbbell workout. You can focus on hitting all major muscle groups in one session or create split routines targeting specific areas. Utilize online resources, consult a personal trainer, or experiment to find what works best for you.

Conclusion:

Dumbbells are a powerful tool for sculpting a stronger, healthier you. With dedication and proper technique, you can achieve amazing results using just a pair of dumbbells.

Ready to take your dumbbell workouts to the next level? Zym Mechanix Gym, Best gym in Madurai, offers a supportive and motivating environment with expert trainers who can help you design personalized workout plans and guide you towards your fitness goals. Visit us today and experience the Zym Mechanix difference!

#fitness gym #gym #gym motivation #gym routine #funny #female muscle #bodybuilder #fitness #best gym in madurai #zumba

[bestzumbaclasses1]

 Zumba is a cardiovascular workout that gets your heart pumping and blood flowing. The dynamic dance moves and high-energy routines elevate your heart rate, helping to improve cardiovascular health and endurance

#zumbafitness #zumbaclasses #zumbadance #zumba #fitness #fit beauty #athletic #weight loss #i wanna lose weight

[shiftythrifting]

2nd Ave Thrift Superstore

#submission #thrifting #shiftythrifting #mugs #gymnasts #zumba #camping #toys

[fixjoy]

Zuma Classic is one of the most popular varieties of ball games. In zuma you will need to test your marksmanship and intelligence in order to score as many game points as possible.

#zuma #zuma deluxe #gaming #gamesforkids #google play #logical #gamesforgirls #puzzle #puzzle games #card games #backgammon #tarot cards #zumba

[ungiorno-nellavita]

Daily Prompt: When Walking is Worth Every Pain

How often do you walk or run? Ah, walk or run? Walking is the winner in my book. I’m not much of a runner even as a kid. I wasn’t very fond of playing games where I had to run so much, perhaps that’s partly due to having asthma as a child. Walking on the other hand is something I don’t mind at all. It’s a good thing because I love traveling and exploring different places and I think as a…

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#blogging #dailyprompt #dailyprompt-2060 #exercise #travel quotes #travel stories #walking #writing #Zumba