Today, I would like to share with you a collection of super random thoughts that have been filling my mind lately. About 95% of these revolve around working out and food. Then again, that’s basically this entire blog. I’m such an interesting person, right?! Let’s begin. 1. There should be a Healthy Food category on…
Archives for June 2014
Chocolate Peanut Butter & Banana Protein Smoothie
So I’ve mentioned that I’ve been drinking protein shakes almost every morning since beginning P90X. I’ve shared my Mocha Protein Shake “recipe,” and now it’s time to share the one I’ve been obsessed with as of late. It’s one of my favorite combinations of ingredients in life: Peanut butter… Banana… Chocolate… You can never go…
A Few of My Favorite Things
So I found a picture recently that is me 100% during this P90X experience whenever I do the yoga DVD… Yes, I’m referring to the picture on the right… It has been…an interesting journey. I’ve heard people say the P90X yoga is kind of…advanced. Seeing as how I’ve never even done yoga before, it has…
Weekend Randomness: Superman, Soccer, and Fueling a Workout with Beer
This past weekend was one of those where you’re just going and going and going. Although I often prefer weekends where I stay in and do a lot of nothingness (I know, I’m a thrilling individual), it’s nice to get out outside and hang out with people. Today’s post is just a quick recap of…
Throwback Rap Workout Playlist
I’ve got a treat for you guys today. A few nights ago, Matt and I decided to do the P90X Ab Ripper workout without the DVD. (I had the exercises written out from not being able to use the disc awhile back.) We were both struggling through the workout in complete silence, and that was…
A Few of My Favorite Things
I’ve got a fever, and the only prescription is… more cowbell baking. I’m having withdrawals from making cookies and cupcakes and sweet breads. This P90X nutrition thing is putting a damper on my dessert eating making. Okay, so about 60% of the time I bake sweets it’s because I mainly just want to eat them,…
Single Serving Guac
Yesterday was the most productive day ever. I finally unpacked from my trip last week; I cleaned the apartment; I cooked dinner for the next two days; laundry was done; and I even squeezed in about three hours of overtime for work. It was nice to get so much done since Saturday was devoted to birthday…
The ABCs of What’s Been Making Me Happy Lately
Sometimes, it’s the littlest things that make us smile. I’ve been noticing that to be true in my life a lot lately, so I figured I’d dedicate today’s post to these things. I believe happiness is contagious, so hopefully the vibes I’m sending through the post can make you happy as well! I present to…
A Few of My Favorite Things
It occurred to me last week that I never actually talked about the Backstreet Boys concert I went to recently. I feel the need to do a quick recap of it, so if you care, keep reading. If you don’t, I recommend you flee or skip to the favorites. Confession: I know way more about…
Highlights from My Week in IL + End of P90X Phase 1
I have a lot to say, so get ready. Also, I’m on a plane right now so I’m not being restricted by time. Today’s post is dedicated to the good parts of this past week. It was an extremely stressful/busy time for me, but it’s all winding down now. So I can breathe one big…
10 Healthy Recipes Using Greek Yogurt
My all-time favorite way to make recipes healthier is to use Greek yogurt. There are so many uses for the ingredient, whether you eat it straight-up, use it in baked goods, or mix it into other dishes. I often use it in place of at least part of the following in recipes: Mayonnaise Sour Cream…
A Few of My Favorite Things
Busy busy busy busy – that’s what this week has been so far. Turns out working remotely does not, in fact, mean you are on vacation. Fitting in workouts has been quite the challenge, as well as finding time to see people, but this weekend I have a friend’s wedding, which means I’ll get to…
Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip + Giveaway Winner
Before I get into the spicy and delicious, I have the pleasure of announcing the winner of my NeoCell protein powder giveaway! Congrats to Rosie! Hope you enjoy the protein powder as much as I have. 🙂 Thank you everyone who entered! Okay, now let’s get down to business. Buffalo Chicken Dip — it’s delicious. It’s…
Driving Back & Forth Through Iowa
This past weekend we journeyed to Des Moines, IA with my family for my cousin’s wedding, and it was quite the interesting trip. After my terrible Christmas traveling experience, I wasn’t the most thrilled to fly again, but we made it to Chicago just fine on Friday. Unfortunately, Matt’s trip back to San Diego did…
