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Fitness Friday

May 16, 2014

Friday May 9th: Walked a quick mile, my foot was sore. Total for the day was: 2.5 miles Saturday May 10: The Color Run 5K in 45 minutes! Total for the day was: 6.67 miles Sunday May 11th: Mother's Day - rest day. Total for the day was: I did not wear my fitbit so I hav...

May 14, 2014

*A product was provided, as well as compensation as a paid ambassador with TBI. All opinions are my own. Trying to Conceive is definitely something that does not come up in conversation very often. In fact I think a lot of friends don't even know th struggles we went th...

May 9, 2014

This week was great, and I worked harder with my less snacking. While I did get exercise in I still struggled with food at the beginning of the week. I ended up getting a bad sunburn so I took an extra day off. No weightloss this past week because I know I snacked too muc...

May 9, 2014

*A product was provided. One of my biggest things with switching to a healthy lifestyle and diet is my snacking. I would rather grab chips and candy then eat fruits and veggies. I think it's the crunch of the chips or the salt that I am craving. Last year I was introduced...

Healthy Living and using X2 PERFORMANCE #teamX2

April 21, 2014

The end of March I decided it was time to get back into my routine and out of my funk. March was a really hard month for me, I turned to food as my escape and realized that food is not the answer. I NEEDED to get back on track and I NEEDED to start running again. The mis...

April 21, 2014

*A product was provided, as well as compensation as a paid ambassador with TBI. All opinions are my own. This month, and for the next three months I am joining FertaMax as an Ambassador! I really am excited to be working with them! I had a miscarriage the very end of Febr...

March 30, 2014

v This year I had a slow start with my fitness goals. I did a great job in January with fitness, exercise and eatting well. And then I had a lot of personal things come up and I turned to food .. junk food as my way "out" not to mention I was on bed rest for three weeks...

March 1, 2014

*A product was provided. Eat better, make more time for yourself and your loved ones, find the balance in a hectic schedule… are just a few things people are trying to do this year. Using LouAna 100% Pure Coconut Oil in your favorite recipes is a great first step to t...

February 9, 2014

*A product was provided. Yoplait Greek is a strained Greek yogurt packed with protein and deliciously blended with real fruit, natural colors, flavors and sweeteners. Look for three new flavors this month – Strawberry, Raspberry and Cherry – joining six others, includin...

Southern Living, The Slim Down South Cookbook

February 9, 2014

*A product was provided. Can Southern food be satisfying and healthy? You bet your biscuits! THE SLIM DOWN SOUTH COOKBOOK: Eating Well & Living Healthy in the Land of Biscuits and Bacon, a new book written by registered dietitian and award-winning journalist Carolyn...

New Year’s Resolution: Challenge Yourself in the Kitchen

January 31, 2014

Did you know that 45% of Americans make resolutions each year – but only 8% actually achieve them? This year, instead of making resolutions, try setting realistic goals. Joan Hanson, Hormel Foods Test Kitchen Director has provided the top five tips to help you get starte...

January 14, 2014

Announcing the 2014 Kaleidoscope Tour! And guess what?! They are hitting your cities like never before... Amazing new participant gear (t-shirt, headband, wrist band and sling bag) , Fresh music, and Color crazy race attractions. This is 5K Magic like only The Color Run ...

I’m joining the Slimfast® 14-Day Challenge

January 5, 2014

*I was provided products for my two week challenge and also compensated for my time. Looking to quickly lose a few pounds for an upcoming special occasion, but want to avoid fad diets or intensive workout routines? So do I, and Slimfast® is our answer! I’m excited to...

December 30, 2013

I have decided to join in on The Great Walking Challenge 2014. Basically you set a goal to walk/run an amount of miles and accomplish it in that year! I think this is fun and can't wait to start! The rules of the game are simple! The number of miles you choose is ...