Hump Day

Day 2 of Project Booty!! 

SO far so good!  I def. feel the burn!  

Let me say that this soccer season \has really improved my quads!  

I love finding workouts in fun outdoor activities, so whenever I can play soccer, tennis, run a 10K, etc I'm all for it!

I've been doing my butt workouts at the apartment gym.  

Instead of the bench, I use the stepper with 6 blocks on both sides. 

Life is good over here!  Its our last soccer game until the Fall season. 

I'm super excited about fall, cause our games will be saturday mornings! 

It really brings me back to childhood...

I have a lot of extra energy from these vitamins, so I summer cleaned the apartment. 

I'm not big into cleaning.. 

cooking yes, but I love to eat!  

I feel so domesticated.. phew.  

Nick and I have a problem letting the garbage pile up, which leaves the apartment smelling naassttyy.

I found this fabulous smelling air freshener thingy...
I've used this twice and I LOVE IT!  

Seriously Nick just sits over the stove inhaling this stuff. 

I slice up 1 lemon

3-5 sprigs of rosemary

1 TBS vanilla 

fill with water 

let simmer! 

Be careful to monitor the water level...

I've let it simmer a little too long and burn the lemons to the bottom of the pan!  

Opps.. 

Alright Happy Wednesday!  

 

Booty Boot Camp

Hi Ya'll!  

Just getting back from my Mom's first appointment @ MD Anderson! 

I'm excited were finally at this point in her treatment. 
I have an extremely positive attitude.. miraculously..

I believe a lot of her treatment is going to be believing that it will work.

There is no other way!  It has to!  I need someone to help me with my wedding, and babysit all my babies, and bail me out of sticky situations.. so we are both going through this together.  Two bodies are stronger than one right?  

Alright on a SERIOUS note.. ha my butt.. 

I've been trying to grow it fo' eva!  

I think I found a really good program!  

A "butt boot camp"

The best thing about it is... that it is only 7 days long!!!! 
So here is the plan..

Yours truly would be going through this vigorous workout!  

Are you ready?!  

Here are my before pictures.. 

Told you I need some work.. 

I may have to do it twice! 

Here's the workout!!

Sunday
100 Butt Burns (50 each side)
100 Prisoner Squats
30 Side Lunges – 15 reps each leg
30 Walking Lunges – 15 reps each leg…light weight dumbbells optional
50 Side-Lying Leg Lifts – 25 reps each leg…leg weights
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Monday
Interval Training – 4 circuits of the following routine (here we’ll be doing seconds rather than reps)
6 x’s 40 seconds = 4 minutes x 4 circuits = 16 minutes total

Step-ups – 15 seconds each leg; rest 10 seconds after each leg (use a flat bench or stable piece of equipment approximately 2′ off the floor)
Prisoner Squats – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds
Stiff Legged Deadlifts – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds
Butt Blaster – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds
Heel Clappers – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds
Leg extensions – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds…ankle weights optional
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Tuesday
100 Butt Burns (50 each side)
100 Prisoner Squats
Glute video (90 Bridges; 40 forward lunges each leg; 40 leg extensions each leg…leg weights optional)
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Wednesday
Rest/Recovery
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Thursday
100 Prisoner Squats
30 Side Lunges – 15 reps each leg
30 Walking Lunges – 15 reps each leg…light weight dumbbells optional
50 Side-Lying Leg Lifts – 25 reps each leg…leg weights optional
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Friday
100 Butt Burns (50 each side)
100 Prisoner Squats
Glute video (90 Bridges; 40 forward lunges each leg; 40 leg extensions each leg…leg weights optional)
___________________________________________
Saturday
Interval Training – 4 circuits of the following routine (here we’ll be doing seconds rather than reps)
6 x’s 40 seconds = 4 minutes x 4 circuits = 16 minutes total

Step-ups – 15 seconds each leg; rest 10 seconds after each leg (use a flat bench or stable piece of equipment approximately 2′ off the floor)
Prisoner Squats – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds
Stiff Legged Deadlifts – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds
Butt Blaster – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds
Heel Clappers – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds
Leg extensions – 30 seconds; rest 10 seconds…ankle weights optional

This is the link I found this fabulous workout on.  Stay tuned for an update on my sore ass...

 

Hello bloggers!
Another hot day here in Houston!

I took a little me time today and caught up on the last hunger games.
My next read is going to be 50 shades.
I just want to announce that I have never read org seen twilight.. (tap on the back).  I am a Harry Potter fan though..
I'm trying out these new vitys.  The pack includes a time release vitamin, ginko for the ol' thinker, and an energy enhancer.  I was a little nervous about the energy, but the ingredients are all natural.. I'll let ya know what I think! 
I love my boyfriend for far too many reasons, but he always encourages me to "satisfy my cravings".  Do/ eat/ try/ love what you want!  So if you want something, get it!  Okay well off to the old JOB..

Honey Boo Boo!

Hello Blogger World!

I recently stumbled apon a nifty website.  

Every week they sponsor a different charity and for every purchase, they donate $7.  

Most of the time its a shirt/ sweater/ or bag.

Making a donation while shopping, they cancel each other right out!  

Shop Here

Let me know what you think!

So today Nick and I tried out a Greek restaurant. 

It was so stinking cute!  

You gotta love those family owned and operated.. 

and Hummus.. 

That all that went on today really...

This has been a pretty lazy week for me, but I will get my car and phone back tomorrow! 

Here's a little clip to get you through the rest of the day.. 

What you know about that Honey Boo Boo Chiiiillldd?

Love ya'll!

Weekend Wrap up

Hello Bloggers!
How was your weekend?  

My 10K went pretty good!  I made it in 59 minutes, and I finished before my boyfriend :) 

I had such a great time!  It's a really good feeling waking up at the butt crack of dawn and knocking out 6 miles.. 

But don't worry, I def made up for the calories lost! 

Here's a snap of after the race

We were VERY tired.. I def recommend a good nights rest before a race.. we were just having too much fun.

Oh and look at these awesome new jeans I bought this weekend!  

The dressing room attendant INSISTED that my size 4 was too baggy, so I gladly bought the size 2..

Its my first pair of COLORED jeans! 

$49.50 @ Express..  And I had a $50 coupon, so they were basically free.

So hurry over! 

That's all you get.. lol 

I wanna talk about ME!

Hi Blogger's!  

The rain here in Houston has forced me into hibernation with a mocha chocolate shake.. 

I want to connect with ya'll a little deeper.. 

but not reealll deep ha. Here is a little about ME

I am 23

In school to be a nurse

My favorite color is yellow

I Iove to run 

I'm obsessed with cooking

Pinterest...

and my Boyfriend, Nick!  

I Iove my large family! 

I love being outdoors 

I live for adventure and trying new things 

I'm a Gemini

I travel as much as I can

My current goals are to run a half marathon

create an herb garden..

visit Splashtown..

and plan a campout/ bonfire on the beach

This is all I have for now, but I'm an open book and I'm always learning!  

I've been lacking in the sleep department, so I'm going to take a little siesta before my dentist appointment.. 

I'm running the 10K tomorrow!  

You know what that means.. Carb Overload TONIGHT!

S*&! just got real.. 

I'll let you know all about it! 

An apple a day..

Hi Bloggers!

I miss yewww!  Summer school really kicked my booty..

SO!  Lets chat!  My soccer team tied our game yesterday (I'll take it)

I made my first pastel piece of art! Nick is really into pastels so I dabbled a little.. 

I registered for the CNA program (yay!)

Annddd I am running a 10k Saturday and Nick his Dad!  I will literally do WHATEVER it take to finish before them!  Seriously going to be throwing bo's Saturday so WATCH OUT! 

Here's my little tidbit of information for the day... 

An apple a day keeps the doctor away.

Remember that little trick your brother used to play on you.. hold your tongue and say Apple!  

Got Ya! 

NO seriously.. Did you know... 

The skin of an apple contains Pectin, which lowers blood pressure. 

Filled with fiber, apples are very filling.

Apples reduce the risk of several types of cancer by over 40% including breast, colon, liver, and lung.

Chewing apples lowers tooth decay.

Apple juice reduces the effects of aging on the brain; preventing alzheimer's.

Eating apples helps with diarrhea and constipation.

Apples boost your immune system.

 

Other than eatting an apple with peanut butter, I also enjoy them in a smoothie!

I am not a fan of warm fruit.. so this is the closest I get to Apple Pie.. 

Apple Pie Smoothie

1 Scoop Vanilla Protien

I Raw Apple

 1 TSP Vanilla

1 Tsp Cinnamon

Ice

Splash of Milk

Combine in blender and enjoy! 

Juice Detox

My birthday is just around the corner!  We have a beautiful tree house in Seguin and I am ready to party like its 1999!  I've decided to add an extra run this week.  I've also decided to start a juice detox!  We bought a nice juicer and I love it!  I'm going to juice 5 times a day (and hopefully not break down to eat).  Who wants to do the challenge with me?  I'm going for 5 days.. well at least 5 days.  I may decide to let it roll til my birthday!  Here is my plan.  Found it on:   http://gliving.com/the-rawreform-5-day-juice-plan-for-detox-and-weight-loss/

The 5-Day Plan

I recommend that you begin this cleanse on a weekend, as that will likely make it easier to get started in comfort..  I'm a rebel and I'm starting now!  

Working Days:
On the weekdays, follow this simple plan for success:
Squeeze fresh citrus juice in the morning to drink before leaving and make 2 litres of juice to take with you for the daytime. Buy fresh bottled juice at lunch. Then make juice again when you are home in the evening. This reduces your juicing to two kitchen sessions – once in the morning and once in the evening.

Monday:
500ml orange/grapefruit juice
1 litre kale/celery/apple
1 litre watermelon juice
1 litre kale/celery/apple
500ml carrot/spinach

Tuesday:
500ml orange/grapefruit juice
1 litre celery/pineapple/red bell pepper
1 litre carrot/apple/ginger/lemon
1 litre celery/pineapple/red bell pepper
500ml tomato/basil juice

Wednesday:
Breakfast: 500ml orange/grapefruit juice
Mid-morning: 1 litre apple/beetroot/ginger/celery/greens
Lunchtime: 500ml orange juice
Afternoon: 1 litre apple/beetroot/ginger/celery/greens
Evening: 1 litre tomato/basil juice

Thursday:
Breakfast: 500ml orange/grapefruit juice
Mid-morning: 1 litre pineapple/greens/celery/mint
Lunchtime: 500ml apple juice
Afternoon: 1 litre pineapple/greens/celery/mint
Evening: 1 litre carrot/spinach

Friday:
Breakfast: 500ml orange/grapefruit juice
Mid-morning: 1 litre apple/celery/cucumber
Lunchtime: 500ml orange juice
Afternoon: 1 litre apple/celery/cucumber
Evening: 1 litre pear/parsley/spinach

"Touch" Rugby

HI Bloggers!!  I tried something new this week!  Tuesday night I went out for a touch rugby game!  My boyfriend plays, so I finally decided to join him on the field..  I was really nervous at first.  I love trying new things, but I had NO CLUE what rugby was (I was actually under the impression it was touch football).  I will say that it was a blast!  I loved it!  The first 30 minutes were a bit rough.. I got hit in the face and I fell a few times, but I liked it!  The boys even gave me a group hug... yay...  My thighs are still aching today.. but I like that too :).  Try it out!  I would say its a mix between soccer and football.. It really helped my honey and I bond a little too!  I also want to add I didn't get a break either.. cause I'm bad ass like that lol.  Still running 3 days a week!  Planning a 5 miler tomorrow over the Kemah bridge!  I'll snap a few pics for my next entry.  Hope you guys had a wonderful week and have big plans for the weekend!!

Half Marathon Training

Just finished my second week of half marathon training (yay!!). I can NOT wait for that 13.1 sticker to make its way to my car!!  I'm following a few training routines, but mainly on from competitor magazine.  I couldn't find a link online, but I will post it week to week for ya'll.

Week 1
Monday ~ 25 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 2 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 25 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 2 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 3 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!


Week 2
Monday ~ 25 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 2 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 25 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 2 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 4 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!


Week 3
Monday ~ 25 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 2 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 25 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 2 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 5 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!


Week 4
Monday ~ 25 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 2 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 25 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 3 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 3 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!



Week 5
Monday ~ 35 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 2 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 35 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 3 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 6 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!



Week 6
Monday ~ 35 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 2 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 35 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 3 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 7 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!


Week 7
Monday ~ 35 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 3 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 35 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 3 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 8 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!



Week 8
Monday ~ 40  min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 3 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 40 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 3 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 4 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!


Week 9
Monday ~ 40 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 3 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 40 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 4 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 9 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!


Week 10
Monday ~ 45 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 3 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 45 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 4 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 10 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!



Week 11
Monday ~ 35 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 3 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 35 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 3 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ 5 miles easy
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!


Week 11
Monday ~ 25 min. cross training
Tuesday ~ 3 miles easy
Wednesday ~ 25 min. cross training
Thursday ~ 2 miles easy
Friday ~ REST!!!!
Saturday ~ RACE DAY!!!
Sunday ~ REST!!!!!









I normally use mapmyrun.com so I know exactly how far I go.  I do a lot of different cross training, but honestly I do at least an hour.  I normally do zumba, so there ya go!  My half marathon in going to be in July (or August I can't decide!). Maybe I will see some of ya'll there!

On another note, my mother can no longer eat dairy, meat, processed food, caffeine, or sugar.. Ay Ay AY!!  So if you have any good recipes, send them my way!  I am going crazy on blogs for recipes... I'm collecting quite a little cook book!  She can have fish!  I wanted to note that.

Made two trips to Galveston this week!  It's been pretty windy, but I always enjoy myself there.  Pleasure Pier is almost ready and my brother can not be more excited!

Happy Tuesday Bloggers! I have a little more moving til I am settled in the new house (finally!!) I am making a dinner tonight to push us through the move. Also, picking up supplies for my healthy food detox! My thoughts on detox: I eat food and if I mess up, its okay! I modify it to fit my lifestyle (i.e. if I want coffee, I'll take it!) So this is more of a laid back plan. I want to do it so I can be healthier for my workouts! Boy is Alex going to be thrilled I have included bacon on the menu for tonight! Hope ya'll enjoy the treats!

http://diaryofarecipeaddict.blogspot.com/2011/07/sweet-spicy-bacon-chicken.html

http://theregoesthecupcake.com/2011/04/01/weekend-cocktail-pink-grapefruit-margaritas/

Another note on the "detox" I am doing. It is organic and natural. Veggies, Fruit, Whole Wheat, Seafood, Organic Meat, Nuts etc. I will post my meals everyday and the routine I go along with!

Download a meditation app on your phone. I strongly believe this helps me cleanse my mind and body!

Weekend challenge!

Hi all my bloggers out there! I've been trying to find a good fitness blog out there, and I really haven't found anything I love. Here is my idea of one! On here you are likely to find... new recipes, workouts, inspiration, classes I teach, and lots of other healthy stuff! Please email me or comment on anything you would like to see on here! I think it is important that you set goals in workout or have a reward program. I like to put a star on my calendar when I workout or eat reasonably healthy for a whole day. I aim for about 5 per week. Lets try and cut out fast food this weekend. Make it a little challenge! Lets start today! I will make a trip to the grocery store in the afternoon. Share some of your easy healthy meals!

Here is a website that has fun lunch ideas! I'll be working all weekend, so I'm going to need all the help I can get!

http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/sack-lunch/

tata for now!