WTFitness - Skinny Dress!

I'll make this quick...not because I don't want to bore you but more so because I am so busy I can barely see straight.

I LOVE SHAKEOLOGY! Pretty much obsessed. Feeling good, feeling great!

How do I know it is working? Well, between my shakeology and my cleaner diet, I don't fit into these BRAND NEW clothes I haven't worn yet. Check those shorts out! Yaaa buddy!  

AND THE BEST PART: I fit into a dress I bought LAST YEAR for my birthday that just wasn't comfortable, it was way too tight... So when those those outfits didn't work out, I braved trying it on again....and IT FIT! 

My best friend Jenna & I 

Don't mind my muscle arms...

Anyways, keep it up guys! Results will come in various ways, just be excited for what you're seeing and the progress you're making. 

BTW, working on a funny post now. Should be up by the end of the week :) 

WTFitness!~Shakeology

WTFaq Fitness

There are so many sources for fitness inspiration these days....

Pinterest 

All those Biggest Loser -type T.V. shows

That crazy-ripped gym buddy

The anti-food queen at work 

Or maybe even an old Jane Fonda/Richard Simmons tape you have at home

...it is so easy to get confused or feel overwhelmed. 

I consider myself a healthy person. I'm a vegetarian, I've always been into fitness & always wanted to look and feel good. BUT I do love my french fries. Obsession may be a better word to describe the love. I've posted some of my favorite recipes before and my favorite sources for yummy recipes but I'm going to switch it up a bit. 

Once every one-two weeks I am going to post what the hell I've been doing to keep track of my fitness. Maybe it will help you. Maybe it will just be a record to help me? Either way, it's happening. 

Favorite recipes, meal prepping plans, new obsessions, new Pins, exercises or fads I've tried. 

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This past weekend, I started a Shakeology 3-day Cleanse (Friday through Monday). Basically....

I drank a Shakeology shake in the morning for breakfast with a big glass of green tea to follow. A shake for lunch with another glass of green tea. Had a banana or a 1/2 cup of mixed fruit if I needed it for a snack (which I did). And a salad with 4 oz of protein, I had quinoa, for dinner. 

Now the good stuff: 

-I was starving; hangry the first day but it got better. 

-The shakes are yummy! The chocolate is what I had. Yum!

- It was easy to regulate the timing. 

-I didn't lose a crazy amount of weight but I do feel lighter and it totally jump started my weight loss. 

-It didn't make me poop like crazy! For any of you dieters, you know what I'm talking about!

-There is so much good-for-you ish in these shakes I can't even begin to tell you what all is there. Seriously check out the website. Your mind will be blowwwn. 

-Oh & I didn't cheat at all besides the couple shots of Jameson I had after my shift one night....What can I say, Jameo is love. 

Bottom line: I liked it so much I'm getting a 30-day supply to keep trying. If anything, I will drink it for breakfast or a when I'm starving before my night job.

Check out more information about Shakeology and start working on your fitness! Also, like my independent Shakeology Beachbody Coach's Facebook Page HERE! Her name is Nicole Fisher & she is a DOLL! 

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So now what? Well, I've bought a 30-day supply from Nicole and am going to keep chugging along (you see what I did there). I'll keep you updated. 

As for this week, I'm working on Dr. Oz's "48-hour" cleanse which I'm turning into a full week's cleanse. You can find the link to more info HERE. And of course, I'll let you know how it goes! 

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Other Ish? 

Since I was cleansing, I wasn't doing any heavy exercise but that will start up again. 

    -I ride my bike to work and back every day which totals about 5 miles a day. 

    -I will post my workout routine once I get back into a routine but I did go for about a mile jog yesterday.

    -I am taking some supplements besides the Shakeology. I take GNC's Total Lean Burn 60 Dietary Supplement. Only 1/2 in the morning for some extra energy. I wouldn't recommend any pills to anyone since I'm not a doctor but I do use them. Also a multivitamin from Trader Joe's, Women's Once Daily Multivitamin & Mineral Dietary Supplement.  And if I make a fruit smoothie, I use Muscle Milk's lactose-free protein powder. 

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Again, hopefully this helps you. If there is something you see that you think I should try or have feedback or questions on what I have tried, let me know! I've got 6-pack dreams and I'm going to make them happen! 

Resolutions, bitches.

Awhile back I was chatting with a fitness-savvy girlfriend and in the middle of our long conversation she spit out one idea that honestly changed my life forever.

"That moment you want to give up, throw up or throw in the towel, focus on your breathing and concentrate on how your body feels. Enjoy the pain. You are a human being that has breath and muscles. Feel it. 

You are alive."

I don't think she meant for it to be so influential in my life but it was. I've never thought about it like that. I am so lucky to have physical strength and the capability to work my ass off! There are so many people in the world that would DIE to be able to run a mile. I'm over taking my blessings for granted!

2013 is my year of fitness success! I have set some high standards and goals for myself this year and I refuse not to meet them! I won't go into crazy detail but a a few include running my first organized race (registered for it today!), fit in those skinny pants and to feel healthy deep down in my soul!  

As most of you know, I recently had surgery and it kicked my motivation to the side. I can proudly say I am going to the gym for the first time today in over 8 weeks. I know I am probably going to die of a treadmill-induced coma, and if I do, please speak kindly of me at my funeral, but it will be worth it :) 

I just keep saying to myself...a year from now, I would have wished I started TODAY... 

P.S. - If you are looking for a new work out playlist, check mine out on my Spotify account. Search "Work It Out" under my name & you'll find it. Enjoy! 

What are your New Year's healthy Resolutions? If you have any tricks, tips or life experiences, PLEASE SHARE :) 

COOKING FOOL!

A few years back, my New Year's Resolution was to become a better cook & I can proudly say I've dominated the kitchen! I am a cooking fool! It is so relaxing & fun to try out new recipes and see how I can personalize or alter them to make them healthier.

I wanted to share a few of my favorite cookbooks & cooking blogs I follow that have AMAZING & DELICIOUS healthy recipes! I am a vegetarian but I use to live with a house full of carnivore boys. I have learned over time to take the meat out, sub it for a meatless protein like tempeh or tofu or add the meat in for those boys or a dinner party. Practice makes perfect!

BLOGS:

For an inspirational weight loss journey with amazing recipes, check out the below: 

http://www.canyoustayfordinner.com/

http://rabbitfoodformybunnyteeth.com/    --- she hasn't updated it in awhile but still good!

http://www.thefitcook.net/

For just the amazing recipes & a good read, check out these:

http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/    --- one of my favorite!

http://www.skinnytaste.com/

http://www.generationyfoodie.com/

http://www.mylifeasamrs.com/

http://www.healthybitchdaily.com/cat/kims-blog - see cookbook below

Now for overall fitness & recipes, check out these: 

http://www.jinfitness.com/

http://theskinnyconfidential.com/

COOKBOOKS:

I am completely obsessed with these two vegan/vegetarian cookbooks. I will admit I LOVE cheese so I haven't become full vegan & don't plan on it anytime soon so if there is a "vegan cheese" for example, I use regular.

FORKS OVER KNIVES - based on the amazing documentary. I urge you to check out this documentary when you get a chance or if you need some extra motivation! It will totally kick your ass in gear! You can find it on Netflix streaming. This cookbook is on amazon for about $10. It's worth it! Check out their website: http://www.forksoverknives.com/















SKINNY BITCH - You can find her personal blog above. This bitch is wonderful! She is amazingly blunt and will tell you exactly what to do and what not to do. You will fall in love with her recipes & her attitude! You can find other Skinny Bitch books as well but this is my all time favorite! This cookbook is on amazon for about $15.

And of course, don't forget to follow my blog to find some of my favorite recipes as I cook them with step by step instructions & pictures.