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DIY: Fun Fitness T-Shirt featuring Cricut
To try and motivate myself to workout more regularly, I whipped up this fun fitness T-shirt with my Cricut Maker!
Maintaining Balance During The Holiday Hustle And Bustle With Nature Made Vitamins and Supplements
The holidays are coming, the holidays are coming!!! The next couple of months are STRAIGHT UP my favorite of the whole year. All the cooking, shopping, and decorating? Sign me up! I love it all but, one thing that I’m being extra cautious about this holiday season is my mind-body balance. Since I have a newborn, I’m very concerned about my wellness so I decided to start taking some Nature Made® vitamins and supplements. After all, Nature Made® is the #1 Pharmacist Recommended brand for many key dietary supplement categories*. Read on to find out how I am maintaining balance during the holiday hustle and bustle with Nature Made® vitamins and supplements.
25 Most Excellent T-Shirts and Tanks for Working Out
I know that many of you, like me, often need a little (okay, A LOTTA) push sometimes to work out. Because seriously, it does not matter how regularly I work out – I hate it every time. I mean, I feel great after and I’m always really proud of myself for doing it but… I T S U C K S. I have discovered though, that I am one of those people and I can bribe myself into gettin’ after it if I have something fun or cute to wear. Sound familiar? Then you’ll love this round up of 25 most excellent t-shirts and tanks for working out!
My Second Trimester Must Haves
I’m solidly into my second trimester with this, my second pregnancy, and I’ve definitely been relying on several items to make this time easier/more enjoyable. My post-first pregnancy belly flap has taken on the form of an actual baby bump so I’m looking less like a super fat lady with a beer gut and more like a super fat pregnant lady. I’m feeling much better that I was during my first trimester and have been really enjoying the idea of a having a baby boy! Here’s a rundown of my second trimester must haves:
5 Great At Home Fitness and Health Solutions
For several years now, I’ve been trying to become a healthier and fitter person. Sometimes, I’ve succeeded… many times, I’ve failed. Because of my high and low history, I am always looking for ways to make better health and fitness choices. And, lately, the best way for me to eat right and regularly exercise is to ditch the gym and do everything at home. Sure, it’s tricky when you work from home, have a toddler, AND you’re pregnant again. However, I’ve discovered that if I can remove the need to have a set time and vehicle to hit a gym, then I end up actually working out MORE. In the same situation? Here are 5 great at home fitness and health solutions:
Fitness Friday: My Dog, the Personal Trainer By Ariella Monti
Bailey is my 1-year-old Lab mix. She’s an awesome dog, but like most Labs, she high-energy and needs a ton of exercise or she’ll tear my house to shreds. It’s because of her that I’ve been heading out at least four times a week to go for at least a one-mile walk. It’s because of her that I’ve been able to lose any weight at all. Sufficient exercise not only keeps you in shape, but keeps your dog lean too. It will keep you both healthy for the long haul and your dog will have less behavioral problems.
12 Months of Fitness: Where We Are Now
Are you ready to see where the 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge took you this year? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here and then take a moment to reassess how you did. Don’t stress out if you’re having a tough time doing all the challenges – this process was about finding what works for you.
12 Months of Fitness: Challenge #11 – Watch The Condiments
For the next month, your goal is to think about how many/much condiments you eat. One of the easy way to cut down on unneeded calories is to eliminate or substitute your condiments. Those dabs of ketchup or dips made of sour cream can really pack on the empty calories. Let’s take a moment this month and really think about the extras we’re eating at every meal.
12 Months of Fitness: Challenge #10 – Portion Control
Are you ready for your next 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here. My testers have been tackling this challenge since mid-September and are sharing how they handled practicing portion control.
12 Months of Fitness: Challenge #9 – Make a Holiday Plan
Are you ready for your next 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here. My testers have been tackling this challenge since mid-August and are sharing how they are planning to tackle the holiday season celebrations.
12 Months of Fitness: Challenge #8 – Skip Dessert
Are you ready for your next 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here. My testers have been tackling this challenge since mid-March and are sharing their experiences with skipping dessert.
