Senin, 29 Februari 2016

Day 4 CHEATER!

Photo is not of me!
Day 4 on my road from FLABulocity to FABulocity and I am starting to feel pressure from myself to do more. I keep telling myself...little steps Blubba...little steps. I have the OCD gene in me and I tend to get obsessive over things that I want to do. I can either go BIG and potentially fail, because if I over do it, theres a chance Ill get bored in the process which will lead to failure or I follow the plan and succeed. I am opting for the latter of the two. But, I also have the procrastinating gene which also prevents me from doing more than I already am - thinking it can wait until tomorrow syndrome, which is what probably got me to this state of flabbiness in the first place. The optimum goal is to find the "sweet spot" in between.

I do have to pat myself on the back for taking the first dramatic step - actually starting a diet and exercise program. This is the first "official" diet I have been on. I really never indulged in any other programs because I thought that it would all snap back one day and that this was a phase my body was going through. Well at least that is what I told myself as my weight increased and my waistline inflated, "youll fit back into those 32s in no time, dont worry about it!" Well...now was my time to worry. Barely being able to put on size 38 pants and having my belt buckle rub against my tummy because it hangs over the waistband is not at all comfortable or attractive. I was seriously starting to think that maybe Pajama Jeans or sweats were my only hope.

The ultimate wake up call was at my yearly physical, when my awesome doctor told me that if my cholesterol level does not decrease in the next three months and I cant control it on my own, through diet and exercise, than he would have to put me on medication. Thats what did it - what made the light bulb go off in my head and stomach. I dont want to be on any medication, I pride myself that I dont take any prescription medication. Now, I just want to get back to a respectable weight and possibly gain a better looking body in the process. My goal when I turned 40 was to be the best shape in my life and Im finally starting down that road almost two years later...see procrastination.

CHEATING
This "chemical diet" that I have been on has been amazing. I dont at all feel hungry or light headed and even though I CRAVE, okay SECRETLY WOULD STAB SOMEONE IN THE NECK FOR, sweets, breads, sodas, I have not had the temptation to sneak one...so I am not a cheater in that sense as the title of the blog may convey. What I was cheating on was weighing myself before Sunday! I was told I should only weigh myself once a week. I weighed myself today and I am a little shocked that I have lost over 10 pounds in just 4 days. Incredible, but I am also attributing it to the amount of water that I have peed out of my system by guzzling 10+ glasses of water a day! I am thrilled beyond belief and also a little fearful. You dont understand...I have not seen 226 in almost two years. However, I should have just waited until Sunday to do it, now I am gitty to see how much I lose daily - though I will try to get back on track with that aspect of the game as well. WEIGH YOURSELF ONLY ONCE A WEEK!

FEAR
My biggest fear with this weight loss is that I have really not worked out the way that I should. I mean sure Ive done a session or two of Wiis Just Dance 2, Anthony loves seeing my do the Beyoncé Crazy in Love number, and Ive taken long walks on the beach with the family...but neither constitutes a real workout. Neither helps tighten and tone or builds any sort of muscle on my body. Okay so I am sweating it out with the Wii game, but I still think I need to increase. I am afraid that the weight loss that this diet promises to do will equate to saggy skin so I need help in making sure I am tightening up the body parts too in the process! Yes, I am very fearful that my fat induced belly will turn in to a big floppy thing in the middle of my body. NOT SO Daniel Craig or Christopher Meloni.

If there are any trainers out there wanting to have a gratis project but the bragging rights of turning me from this Flabby mess to an Ultra Hot dad - call me! I need help (can you hear my call for help) in transforming my outer body in the right way and making sure that I am developing correctly too. So, if you are a trainer, preferably in the Santa Barbara area, male (but not required) - I need eye candy for motivation...Im just sayin, I am up for the challenge! Whip me into shape! Heres my body goals - 32" or 34" waist (which ever looks better with the overall appearance), removable of belly and love handles - basically, an overhaul of the mid section, bigger pecs (so the upper half protrudes forward more that the mid half), more defined arms, and an increase in the booty department would help too (I got my dads butt and its flat as flat can be). My legs are pretty fabulous so I dont really need help there. Any takers...come on you know you want to help me!

Fear #2 is...what happens next! Do I actually change me eating habits after this first month of "chemical dieting" or will I fall into that category of gaining all the weight back and then some. For this, I think I need community support and making sure that I have the right motivation to change my eating habit permanently. I also need to learn how to eat the things that are bad for me in moderation. I dont want to fall back in to that place where 2-3 cupcakes constitute a snack or that a dessert after dinner equates to a pint of Ben & Jerrys ice cream - though the thought makes my mouth water at the moment! The questions that swirl in my head are:
  • So, what happens after this diet phase? 
  • What can I do to permanently change my eating habits? 
  • Will this really give me the tools to make sure that I am choosing the right foods for me? 
  • Am I learning to enjoy the foods that I love in moderation? 
  • How do I make sure that I keep an active lifestyle? 
I would love to hear your success stories and insights to these questions and on how you maintain your diet and your bodies.

I think that saying, the only thing to fear is fear itself plays a part here. Maybe, I should stop fearing and looking at what could/might happen and just do what my body tells me feels right. People often say to listen to your body and it will tell you what it needs - I havent been listening to it very well. I know it boils down to doing what I can today and it will contribute to my well being tomorrow. But seriously, FLABULOSA needs to get the workout piece in check because that will only help with this road to wellness.

So moving into the "weekend of anxiety" (read yesterdays post), I am confident that I can make it through the bacchanalia of festivities and food. Stay the course is the motto for the weekend. Someone suggested that I should have a reward program for myself for meeting my goals - and I think thats a great plan, just not sure how I would reward myself. Any suggestions that does not involve food? Looking at the overall picture, though, feeling and looking good are well earned rewards. One thing I know for sure...when I hit my goal weight and body - Im going on a shopping spree!

Todays Facts
Weighed in at: 226.5 (remember to only weigh in once a week - I cheated)
Pounds lost since 1/17/11: 10.5 lbs
What I ate today for lunch: A scramble of ground sirloin with spinach accented with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
How I am feeling: FANTASTIC!

Thanks again for reading my ramblings and to those taking this journey with me let me know how I can support you!

-Percy
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Day 15 Week 3 Nina

I cant believe were 2 weeks in already! Weight: 135

And my goodness, I loved reading your last entry. haha Thats how Im feeling about the wedding Im going to on Saturday. One of Andrews co-workers is getting married at The Lands End in Sayville, and my mother could not stop raving about a wedding she had been to previously. She said were in for an Aaaaaaaamaaaaazing meal, and said the place is wonderful. Im super pumped for some tasty things that Ive been missing.

Today I ate: Cheerios and Almond Milk

Lunch: Tilapia and salad

Snack: Cashew nuts lightly salted.

Dinner 1: Brown Rice pasta ( I thought this was ok because even though it says "pasta" and looks like pasta, it was slimy and weird... and made from brown rice) with pesto sauce and crab meat.

Dinner 2: Turkey pepperoni... I wasnt hungry at all and even though its not the best thing for me, it was the only little thing I could get down without blowing up.

In other news, I bought some more of those Nature Valley bars. The cinnamon one is amazing! Might have them for breakfast tomorrow.



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Yesterday marked the 3 year anniversary of the date I met my husband. Wow, has it really been 3 years already? My life was so much different 3 years ago and not in a good way.

As some of you may know,  I was previously married. He was awful and so was the marriage itself. There was no love in it and, quite frankly, there never was any love. Period. 

I was a nurse and working hard. I didnt enjoy it-it was a great career, but not for me. I felt as if I would wake up and go through the motions just to get home. But home, wasnt good either. So what was the point of my life? I did not know who I was or what I wanted. I was lost, confused, and lonely.

But, one sunny day back on April 15, 2012, I made the choice to go to the beach with a girlfriend from work and I met someone. He was a mutual friend that she had invited to come meet us. I had no idea who he was and I really didnt care. 

He arrived at the beach and walked up with a huge smile on his face. He arranged his white beach towel beside mine, said hello to my friend, and then he turned to me and asked "Whats your story?"
Nearly on the verge of tears and laughter, I didnt know what my story was. Well, I knew all about the life I was living-I was miserable. But thats baggage that anyone wouldnt want to hear, right? But, since I didnt care, I let it all out. I told him I was unhappy in my life and unleashed everything that was going on. To my amazement, he listened and understood. Amazing how my ex-husband couldnt just sit down and listen to me in the 3 years that we were together, but this guy would? He exchanged his story with me and told me he had gone through a divorce too-he knew exactly where I was coming from.

As the days went on, I didnt think of this guy any more than just a friend. I didnt feel any attraction to him. It was not until my best friend at work, Sam, said "Whos that? Hes hot!" after he came down to visit me at work. We both worked at the same hospital, yet had never seen each other ever. I guess at that point, I did realize he was a little good looking! Haha. But, I still had my issues that I was dealing with.

He sent me an email one day at work about happiness. I didnt want to read or listen to it-I actually was avoiding him for a few days because he wanted to tell me how I deserved to be happy and that I had to do whats best for me-yadayadayada... Stuff I KNEW, but I didnt KNOW how to go about it. 

As the days went on, I finally mustered up the courage to do what was long awaiting-I told my husband I wanted a divorce. And that was that. I never felt such a relied in my life. Soon after, I developed feelings for this new guy.

Fastforward to today-we are happily married with the sweetest little boy ever. All because I chose happiness.
Why is it that we tend to run from what we KNOW we need?
Why is it that we tend to choose misery and pain instead of love and happiness?

There comes a time in life when you have got to put your foot down and give yourself what you deserve. Because, if you wont, then who will?

As far as my nursing career goes, I quit. My husband allowed me to quit while I was pregnant. He allowed me to pursue what was then a hobby and I turned that hobby into an official money making business. I make more today as a blogger than I ever did as a nurse! And I am happier with my career because I followed my desire! Funny how that works..

Today, you need to re-evaluate your life. If there is someone or something that you are not happy with, you have got to deal with it accordingly. Life is too damn short to just sit around and be unhappy. Create the life you want, people. It doesnt just appear by itself.

Give yourself what you deserve. Dont waste another day.


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Ive been a secret fan of meditation for some time now, ever since I began meditation, its become my go-to for a calm and clear mind.

Ennora was introduced to me from a friend, she said that binaural beats were a great way to meditate, to gain a "greater form of relaxation." If you don’t know, binaural beats are specially created recordings that allow you to seamlessly enter deep states of concentration, meditation, and relaxation. It’s a proven method capable of reducing stress levels, increasing productivity and brainpower.


I chose the meditation pack to begin with because it seemed most suited to me, which comes with Deep Concentration and Crystal Clear Mind recordings

The first thing that really impressed me was the quality of the audio, actually far better than the majority of more expensive meditations I had seen previously. The second thing was just how effective the binaural beats were in improving my concentration at work.

You don’t have to buy complete packs from Ennora, they also do single recordings, all compatible with iPods, and MP3 Players.


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There are 8 individual meditations:

  1. Chakra Balance
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World Vegan Week

Next week is World Go Vegan Week. Proponents of veganism hold it to be a natural lifestyle, more harmonious with nature and healthier for the practitioner than the alternatives. I dont know about that. Quite frankly, veganism seems like a ridiculous extreme of deprivation. But Im always up for a challenge, so Ill play the game. Im not planning to actually go vegan, just to try it out for a week. If anyone would like to join me, or if any existing vegans would like a voice on this blog, let me know and Ill invite you as a co-author.
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If you are on your journey to losing weight and toning up, one of the things you will have to know is how many calories it will take to get you on your way. 

Calories are the basis of our energy requirements. They determine whether or not we gain weight, lose weight, bulk up, or trim down. The great thing about calories is that you can use them to your advantage by counting them and figuring out just where your daily calories come from.

One pound equals 3,500 calories-this is a basic fact. It has been said that a healthy weightloss is around 1lb per week, though some try to get it off sooner. Remember ladies: the faster the weight comes off, the faster it can be put right back on. So, slow and steady wins the weight race here. 

To lose one pound a week, you will have to cut or burn your calories by at least 3,500 calories per week, which will mean you will need to cut or burn 500 calories per day. This is just a basic method!


For a more in depth method that is more specific to you, try using my favorite formula: The Harris Benedict Formula. This equation is the most widely used method of calculating your calorie needs (and thus your calorie needs for weight loss). 

Here is the Harris-Benedict equation for women:
BMR = 655 + (4.35 x weight in pounds) + (4.7 x height in inches) - (4.7 x age in years)

You just need to plug in your age, height, and weight. The number you get is the total number of calories you need each day to exist (also known as your basal metabolic rate, BMR). For example, a 50-year-woman who is 5 7" and weighs 160 lbs has a basal metabolic rate of 1441 calories. This is only the first part of the formula.

The next step is to figure out your activity level. When you figure yours out from the options below, multiply your result with your BMR and this will give you your final number of base calories to consume per day.

  • Sedentary: Minimal movement, lots of TV watching, reading, etc. Activity factor = 1.4
  • Light activity: Office work, ~1 hour of moderate exercise/activity during the day. Activity factor = 1.5
  • Moderate activity: Light physical/manual labor during the day, plus more active lifestyle. Activity factor = 1.6
  • Very Active: Active military, full time athlete, hard physical/manual labor job. Activity factor = 1.9
For the example were using, we’ll choose an activity factor of 1.5 (common for most people) and multiply that by 1441 calories, giving us 2161 calories. This number is your total caloric needs, or roughly the amount of calories that you need to eat each day to maintain your weight. To lose weight, you need to eat less than this. How much less? Thats the next step.


How many calories to cut or burn? If you are weight training, doing interval cardio sessions during the week, and eating a carb-controlled/moderate-protein diet, then I recommend that you only subtract 250 calories from your total calorie needs (or 500 calories if you need to lose more than 25 pounds to reach your goal weight). You’ll see results that make you happy while being able to eat more. Using our example, the woman would need to eat 1900 calories per day to lose weight.

The final step: Put it to the test! At the end of two weeks, see how much weight you have lost. If you aren’t losing at a rate that makes you happy, opt to do more activity before you cut out more calories. If you need to cut out more calories, remove another 250 and put that new calorie level to the test for two weeks.

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My toddler son is constantly reaching for my iPhone. Some days, he sneaks in and grabs it without me even noticing! Next thing I know, a contact has been blocked, apps have disappeared, a random number has been dialed, and my Facebook status has been updated! Oh no... 

Sure, setting a passcode is great idea, but sometimes even that is not enough. 

When you are busy cooking dinner, on a long drive to a vacation, or on a conference call from home, giving your toddler your iPad or iPhone to play with may be your only hope for the next 5 minutes. Here is how to disable the hardware buttons and let your child play in just one app-without messing things completely up!



Set Up:
  1. Go into your iPhone or iPad settings app.
  2. Click on "General."
  3. Next, click on "Assessibility."
  4. Find the "Guided Assessibility" option and turn it to "on."
  5. Set your passcode (just for this feature).
To Use:
  1. Go to the app you want to lock such as YouTube, Disney Junior, Nickelodeon, etc.
  2. Triple tap the home button to activate the guided access feature.
  3. Select options to turn touch, motion, and the hardware buttons OFF.
  4. Let your baby play.
  5. When finished, triple tap the home button to turn the guided access off.
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Minggu, 28 Februari 2016

One of the most common questions that I get is how to stay motivated and, once motivated, how to stay ACCOUNTABLE. 

You think finding motivation is hard, but, boy OH BOY-holding yourself responsible is the other part to the equation of keeping on the right track.
I managed to do it when I had the whole world against me:

  • I was working as a nurse with little time to eat, much less eat healthy. 
  • I was married to an unhealthy man who did not have ANY interest in getting healthier. 
  • My family never taught me principles of healthy eating or working out so I had NO clue where to start!
But I DID IT! And I wanna share with you what helped me!

Here are 4 ways that I held myself accountable for losing 45lbs!

1. Create a blog or keep a journal. When I began my weightloss journey back in 2010, I created a blog called "1 Fit Chick." I used this blog to document my meals, workouts, and as a motivational tool to keep going-even on days when I felt like tucking into a greasy Whopper or skipping a workout. Eventually, within 9 months, I dropped 45 lbs and stayed accountable. By blogging, I also made lots of friends and got to follow people on similar journeys such as mine! It was also fun posting monthly photos and updates of my weightloss progress because there were people who were waiting to see them! Not a typer? Use a journal and write what you eat and your workouts in it everyday! Measure yourself and write down those measurements, too. Then compare monthly!
2. Make a motivation board or collage. Creating a motivational board or collage is a great tool to keep you accountable because when you have something to physically LOOK AT, it really adds fuel to your day. I remember not only creating a board, but I also had my favorite fitness role model saved as the background of my laptop. That person is none other than the amazing Jamie Eason! If you choose to make a board, put up your favorite motivational fitness sayings. Dont know of any? Take a browse through Pinterest and find some! Also include photos of your favorite fitness models and what you aspire to look like. Take a moment each morning as you sip your coffee (or tea) and meditate your way to your goals!
3. Find a partner or support group. A partner can hold you accountable more than you know. When I was losing my weight, I honestly had nobody. My husband (now ex-husband) at the time was unhealthy as possible and kept the fridge stocked with sodas and chips. Luckily, today, there are a TON of FREE weightloss challenge groups on Facebook than there were back in 2010 that you can use to really hold you reponsible on your road to fitness. I wish more of these free groups were around a few years ago! I love thinking of my blog being a motivational tool to help you guys stay accountable to reaching your dreams-or at least I HOPE it helps :)
4. Reward yourself for every 5 or 10 pounds lost. This is very important-you have GOT to make fitness FUN! For every ten pounds I dropped, I did something fun. The one time, I got my nose pierced. Another time, my belly button pierced (because my belly actually started looking FLAT!), and then the next couple times I bought a new pair of Silver jeans and clothing from Buckle in my NEW size! It is essential to spoil yourself! However, if this is not your thing, you could look into doing a workout tip jar. Each time you complete a workout, you add money to the jar. At the end of your weightloss, go get something nice!
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I dont mind the granola for breakfast, in fact, its quite delicious, and refreshing to see what an actual portion should look like. What it actually looks like is about four little spoonfuls - this morning, I ate it from a tiny bowl with a teaspoon so it looks like more! Or just made me look like a giant, which is not exactly what you need from a diet. Lunch isnt so bad, thick soups which are quick and easy in the microwave and quite filling.

Heres where it goes wrong: I hate the suppers. Tasteless lumpy aeroplane-style food, served in microwaveable sachets. Theres a school of thought (not mine, obviously) that says fat=lazy. For those lazy people, this would work.

In addition, it doesnt even make any sense. Their chickpea tagine that I (didnt) eat tonight has 237 calories, and wasnt even as half as nice as Lisas from last week. The veggie burgers that Ive made for Simon are only 180 calories and taste nicer. This is completely anti-social - Im eating differently from the rest of my family, and cooking two meals at a time, so the rest of the family dont starve. On top of that, it doesnt teach you anything about food or healthy eating - how much protein/carbs/calories or fat you should eat - so it would be difficult to carry on once you go back to normal life.

Im going to carry on with the breakfasts and soups, but I might swap out the dinners. I hope youll forgive me.

Tonights Chickpea Tagine that I couldnt quite bring myself to eat

From Lisa Jacksons recipe, last week. Tasted a million times better, and all fresh ingredients:
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The third week in May is here and it is time to get those arms strong and ready for summer!

7 Day Jiggle-Free Arms Weekly Workout Challenge


Day 1
5 Arm Circles
5 Chair Dips
5 Walking Planks
5 second Basic Plank
5 Burpees

Day 2
10 Arm Circles
10 Chair Dips
10 Walking Planks
10 second Basic Plank
10 Burpees

Day 3
15 Arm Circles
15 Chair Dips
15 Walking Planks
15 second Basic Plank
15 Burpees

Day 4
20 Arm Circles
20 Chair Dips
20 Walking Planks
20 second Basic Plank
20 Burpees

Day 5 
25 Arm Circles
25 Chair Dips
25 Walking Planks
25 second Basic Plank
25 Burpees

Day 6
30 Arm Circles
30 Chair Dips
30 Walking Planks
30 second Basic Plank
30 Burpees

Day 7
35 Arm Circles
35 Chair Dips
35 Walking Planks
35 second Basic Plank
35 Burpees

Directions:
Arm Circles
  • Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and lift both arms straight out to your sides at shoulder height.
  • Move your arms in a circular pattern, 4-6 inches in diameter with your palms facing down, drawing a small circle with your fingertips. Continue for one minute.
  • Let your arms relax for a few seconds, then raise them again, this time drawing the shape in the opposite direction for one minute.
  • For an added challenge repeat the motion for one minute in each direction, this time with your palms facing upwards.
Chair Dips
  • Position your hands shoulder-width apart on a secured bench or stable chair. Slide your butt off the front of the bench with your legs extended out in front of you.
  • Straighten your arms, keeping a little bend in your elbows to keep tension on your triceps and off your elbow joints.
  • Slowly bend your elbows to lower your body toward the floor until your elbows are at about a 90-degree angle. Be sure to keep your back close to the bench.
  • Once you reach the bottom of the movement, press down into the bench to straighten your elbows, returning to the starting position. This completes one rep.
  • Keep your shoulders down as you lower and raise your body. You can bend your legs to modify this exercise.
Walking Planks
  • Start in plank position.
  • Move your right hand into standard push up position, then move your left hand into standard push up position.
  • Return to the starting position by lowering onto your right forearm and then your left forearm.
  • Alternate sides, rising onto your left hand next, then your right.
Basic Plank
  • Start off on a yoga mat in the pushup position. Starting with the pushup position is the easiest way to get into the plank.
  • Lower both your forearms to the ground so that both your elbows and fists are flat to the ground. Your palms should be balled up, and directly underneath your shoulders.
  • Curl your toes under and engage your abs by tilting your pelvis and pulling your belly button toward your spine.
  • Straighten your body but keep your neck and spine neutral. Imagine that you’re a plank of wood, and that you’re straight as an arrow.
  • Flex your abdominals and squeeze your glutes. These are the two major muscle groups you’ll be working out in this exercise.
  • Hold this position, also known as the plank, until after the burning begins. Keep your eyes on the floor in front of you. Avoid raising your behind. Your body should make a straight line from your heels to the back of your head.
Burpees
  • Begin in a standing position. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart. Now, lower your body into a squatting position, placing your hands on the floor in front of you.
  • Kick your feet back so that you are in push-up position. Keep your hands firmly on the ground to support your body.
  • Lower your chest to do a push-up. Bring your chest back up.
  • Kick your feet back to their original position. Stand up, and then jump into the air while clapping your arms overhead.
  • Repeat.
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It seems like almost daily that I get asked what exercises are best for the glutes. 


I have not always had great glutes-in fact, my butt and thighs have always been my "trouble areas." 

During pregnancy, I had a great bubble butt, but as soon as I had my son, breastfeeding totally robbed me of that great behind. I was left with a flat butt and had to restart all over again at the very bottom

With time, and weights, I built strong, shapely glutes! But, I realize not everyone is interested in using weights. 

So here are 3 easy moves that you can do at home to give you a nice booty-no gym needed!

1. Basic Bodyweight Squats
  1. Stand tall with your feet hip width apart and your arms down by your side
  2. Start to lower your body back as far as you can by pushing your hips back and bending your knees and pushing your body weight into your heels
  3. As you are lowering into the squat your arms will start to raise out in front of you for balance
  4. Keep a neutral spine at all times and never let your knees go over your toes
  5. The lower body should be parallel with the floor and your chest should be lifted at all times not rounded.
  6. Pause then lift back up in a controlled movement to the starting position

2. Lunge Kicks
  1. Stand with your feet together.
  2. Take a long stride forward with one foot, pointing your foot and knee in the same direction.
  3. Bend your rear leg until your knee almost touches the ground.
  4. Push off your rear foot and bring that leg forward with your knee in a cocked position.
  5. Kick at an imaginary target, then cock your knee again.
  6. Continue the same movement with your other leg.
3. Glute Bridges
  1. Lie on your back on an exercise mat or the floor in a bent-knee position with your feet flat on the floor. 
  2. Gently exhale. Keep the abdominals engaged and lift your hips up off the floor. Press your heels into the floor for added stability.
  3. Inhale and slowly lower yourself back to your starting position.
Butt & Thigh Blaster 4 Week Home Workout Program
All 3 of these moves are featured in my Booty & Thigh Blaster 4 Week Home Workout Program!
My snazzy outfit looks familiar, doesnt it? 

Last month, I blogged my newest workout outfits from Dicks Sporting Goods that were just too cute to NOT share. I love having workout gear that is not only cute to workout in, but also comfortable enough to move around in. I was amazed that Dicks carried Nike, Reebok, and even Under Armour! Their clearance rack also had some pretty nice deals!

If you need new workout gear to build that booty in, I highly recommend stopping by your local Dicks Sporting Goods store.

Disclaimer: I was compensated by DICKs Sporting Goods through Vocalpoint for this post. All opinions stated in this post are my very own.
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Sabtu, 27 Februari 2016

My Favorite One Stop Shop for Glasses

Hey guys!

I have been getting tons of questions coming in about my glasses that I have been wearing lately. If you noticed, there arent any lenses in them. I love this style as it is part of my personality.


My glasses come from an online shop called Firmoo. I chose the "Frames only" option because I dont wear actual glasses or need them-I just love the framed look themselves. Yup, I am a hipster. 

I chose the #F042 frames in the black color, though they also come in a tortoise color as well.




But they do offer quality frames if you do have a prescription as well as non-sprecription lenses option as well.

Firmoo has a ton of different styles and selections to choose from and are actually pretty durable! I would highly recommend them for your future optical purchases!

Each pair of glasses comes in a hard case such as the one below along with a cleaning cloth. 



Oh and thats not all! You can also get 50% off your first pair of frames when you use this code.

Also, be sure to follow Firmoo on Facebook and Twitter.




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Start Your New Diet

Every January 1st brings the promise of change via resolutions. For many people those yearly call to arms are quickly dropped and business continues as usual. Dieting is a common new years resolution that many people want to pursue but often find difficult to accomplish.
With a few simple tips and some patience, the struggle can be brought under control. Here are some ideas to consider as 2015 approaches:
1. Specific Goals & Timetables - Rather than saying "I want to lose weight this year", something more specific like "I want to lose ten pounds over the next two months" is a much more likely target to hit. The reason is that by sticking to a specific weight loss goal over set time frame, it allows one to plan out the amount of weight to lose per week and strategize over how to do so. The more specific and prepped ones plan is, the higher chance of success it will have in the long run.
2. Drink Plenty of Water - Not only is water essential to survival, it is also helpful in shedding pounds. It is cheap and helps the body avoid sugars in soft drinks and other unhealthy beverages. Furthermore, drinking water before a meal helps fill ones stomach and cuts down the temptation of overeating.
3. Reward Yourself! - Adding a reward system into your diet routine is helpful in various ways. First, it makes dieting less of a sentence and more an adopted routine. Second, it allows dieting to be a sustainable process, which allows one to maintain over the long term. Thirdly, after spending the rest of the week engaged in a major lifestyle change, a reward is something to look forward too. The key is to allow only one reward per week or else it will erase all other progress.
4. Let Others Know - Mentioning diet plans to friends and other loved ones is a great way to help keep one focused, especially in the beginning. Not only does it create a support system but it also imposes accountability. Family and friends can constantly check in and monitor progress, as well as provide motivation to continue during tough times.
5. Define Your Purpose - Ask yourself up front, before starting the diet, why are you doing it? Are you doing it for others? Are you doing it for yourself? Understanding why one wants to diet not only clarifies purposes but also helps prevent rebellious tendencies. Often, doing something because one is supposed to versus one wanting to can cause problems. Furthermore, a clear purpose helps pull one through difficult moments.
6. Do Your Research - Every year there are hundreds of new fad diets, weight-loss books and Best ways to lose weight stories out on the market. Science and technology have made major advances in helping us understand how our bodies work. Instead of utilizing surgery or quick-fix diets, science has been focusing specifically on what kinds of activities work best for an individuals genetic makeup. People wanting to lose weight and regain their fitness should research a plan that will work best for their own body.

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Jumat, 26 Februari 2016

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Sunday Snack

I just got in from work, but I want to go for a run before it gets dark, so I just had a snack. A red delicious apple (which was free in the hotel lobby) and a square of dark chocolate. Theres me and the apple. I dont usually look that scary, but Id just taken off a baseball cap. In the interest of full disclosure, the apple was pretty shiny, so it might have been coated with shellac. And the sweater is wool, so Im really losing at this vegan thing. The chocolate was yummy.


And then I decided that it was too late to go for a run and still get back before dark so I ran on the treadmill and did some upper body work with free weights, in the hotel gym.
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Kamis, 25 Februari 2016


Summer has just begun and there is still time to get fit and fabulous! 

In honor of the 6-week GET MOVING SUMMER FITNESS CHALLENGE with Degree® and Celebrity Trainer and Transformation Pro, Chris Powell, you can get tank top ready arms in no time with this 15 minute workout that I have created just for YOU!

Sexy Summer Arms Pyramid
Complete each exercise for 3 rounds to complete the set.

10 Bicep Curls
15 Tricep Kickbacks
20 Tricep Dips
25 Push Ups
30 Second Plank



Workout Instructions:

Bicep Curls:
  • Position two dumbbells to sides, palms facing in, arms straight.
  • With elbows to sides, raise one dumbbell and rotate forearm until forearm is vertical and palm faces shoulder. 
  • Lower to original position and repeat with opposite arm. Continue to alternate between sides.
Tricep Kickbacks:
  • Kneel over bench with arm supporting body. Grasp dumbbell. Position upper arm parallel to floor.
  • Extend arm until it is straight. Return and repeat. Continue with opposite arm.
Tricep Dips
  • Hoist yourself up onto a bench, chair or step as long as it is stable and secure to take your body weight.
  • Hands should be shoulder width apart fingers facing forward and elbows pointing backwards with a slight bend in the elbows.
  • Legs extended out in front of you with a slight bend in the knee.
  • Slowly lower your body until your shoulder joints are below your elbows.
  • Push back up until your elbows are nearly straight but do not lock them out.
Push Ups
  • Lie on the floor face down and place your hands about 36 inches apart while holding your torso up at arms length.
  • Next, lower yourself downward until your chest almost touches the floor as you inhale.
  • Now breathe out and press your upper body back up to the starting position while squeezing your chest.
  • After a brief pause at the top contracted position, you can begin to lower yourself downward again for as many repetitions as needed.
Plank
  • Start by getting into a press up position.
  • Bend your elbows and rest your weight ono your forearms and not on your hands.
  • Your body should form a straight line from shoulders to ankles.
  • Engage your core by sucking your belly button into your spine.
  • Hold this position for the prescribed time.

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Take the 6-week GET MOVING SUMMER FITNESS CHALLENGE with Degree® and Celebrity Trainer and Transformation Pro, Chris Powell. Chris will take you through a series of simple exercises that can be done anywhere, anytime. He’ll provide easy tips to help you incorporate fitness into your daily routine so you can get moving.

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Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by Degree through Lunchbox. All opinions stated within this post are my very own.
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