GIVEAWAY FRIDAY!

This can be yours!

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Leave a comment about something you want me to cover in a blog post or just something fun!

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SO FUN!

 

Playlist Thursday – Songs That Remind You of Childhood

To Participate:

Every Thursday we create a list composed of 3 songs that can, or should be, added to your workout playlist. Here is the simple format:

Something Old: Songs that are at least 5 years old. (I know that isn’t too long to be considered old, but music turnover happens quickly.)
Something Current: Songs that have been released within the past year.
Something to Consider: This is the wild card category. Feel free to list any song: old, current, guilty pleasure, underground, whatever.

Brian – Please tell your daughter Happy Birthday from me and my family!

Something Old:

Artist:  New Kids On The Block

Title: Please Don’t Go Girl

Sidenote: I freaking loved Joey & Jordan when they were kids.

Quoteable: I love you….I guess I…Always Will…..GGGGIIIRRRLLLLLL

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Something Current:

Artist: One Direction

Title: What Makes You Beautiful

Sidenote: I will admit I am glad there are still boybands for my girls to enjoy 🙂

Quoteable: Everyone else int he room can see it – Everyone else but you… (so sad that is is a normal thing these days)

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Something To Consider:

Artist: New Edition

Title: Candy Girl

Sidenote: Bobbie Brown when he was normal – ponder that.

Quoteable: Hey Fellas – Check out Mike and Bobby’s Little Lady….WoooooWeeeeeeee

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Gotta Love Thursdays 🙂

Thanks Pavement Runner – We Love It!

Blogtober and Vlogtober Info!

This is on the Vlog from Saturday – please note – that this is something I want to encourage everyone to participate in but if you can’t do them all – just do as much as you can…only you know your schedule.

First and foremost – there will not be prompts for everyday – you have to be able to do these without help. These are to help in blank days that always come and it will also help you to think of new ways to blog and blog!

Blogtober:

Beautiful badge made by Lynda – click on her name and thank her for this! Steal this photo!

Challenge – Link up with a blogger. There are so many days out there that people participate in – Playlist Thursday, Wordless Wednesday, Fitness Friday, High 5 Friday, Thirsty Thursday, Weekly Chase, Marvelous In My Monday, etc…. LINK UP FOLKS! You can find new blogs this way and new topics to cover! Do this at least once!

Challenge – Get a guest blogger. Share the love and step out of the rut – this can cover a blank day!! Do this at least once!

Find a suggestion from the Facebook Groups – find a simple topic you love and cover it – maybe someone will learn something new!

Training Exercises

Where do you work out? When do you do it?

Why do you exercise? What is your story?

Why do you do what you do?

What is on your bucket list? Which item do you want most to do and why?

What tech gadget do you want? Do you use? Do you hate?

What is your best friend in your gym? iPod? Trainer?

What is your cooking style? Are you Paula Dean? Do you try and make grandma’s meals healthier?  Are you vegan?

Someone has to say it – what is your platform?

What is your favorite brand of something?

What do you spend your money on?

What do you do with the blog info you read?

How will you change the world?

What frustrates you?

How do you get over bad habits?

How do you handle criticism?

How do you get out of a slump?

By all means – these can also be used as Vlog topics….write down other ideas that get by reading these…you can do it!!

Vlogtober:

Three Themed Days Only – Be you for the others!

Mondays: Post your weekly goals (check out My posts on The Weekly Chase each Monday as I am in a link up)

They can be about whatever you want – make yourself accountable!

Wednesday: What’s New Wednesday – what is a new move you have learned, a new class, a new shoe, a new product, a new song, ANYTHING NEW!

Friday: FitFluential Friday – show us a new move, bucket list, gadget list, meals – what has helped you to be #fitfluential.

Talk about your bucket list, gadget list, campaigns, dream campaigns.

Talk about your favorite ambassador!

Fitness Friday #9

Pregnancy….got to love it! I know for me that I will need to take it easy at first. I am usually pretty sick and I don’t want to push my luck in the beginning. I do know however that there are certain things that I will be doing for this pregnancy and during it so that my hips, that are already bad, will stay loose and I will not be out of breath walking at month 7!

Luckily my campus has on-sight *free* fitness classes that I can take advantage of and it will fit perfectly into my budget! The public is welcome – they have a minimal fee of $5 per class – which I say isn’t bad!

#1 Beach Body has a yoga DVD that is for pregnancy – I will be ordering it and I will be giving more information on it as we go!

 #2 Zumba – the instructor just had her 4th baby and will be very familiar with what I should and should not be doing! that is two nights a week but I will most likely only do one.

#3  Beginner Fitness class on Wednesday is on my lunch hour (SCORE!) and I can stay in a light weight environment as this class is for people who are beginners and that way I won’t feel much competition to do more than I should!

#4 Water Aerobics – this is offered a couple of times a week and as the months go on I will be sure to take advantage of this!

#5 WALK – I will make sure I walk everywhere and not find the closest parking humanly possible.

#6 Stay hydrated – this way I don’t feel any bad side effects from the exercise!

As time goes on this may change – but my plan is to stay as active as I can!!

Fitness Friday #8

Okay – first let’s get some business taken care of : Mission Possible Giveaway Winner: Jennifer Boudreau – I sent a Facebook Message for your address! CONGRATS!

Okay – so now that we are talking Baby #3 is on the way…my fitness is going to need to be modified as we go! Since I am a new BeachBody Coach I am obviously going to be using their workouts – lots of Turbo Jam up in here!!! I also am going to be using Shakelology – once my doctor okays it – as my pre-natal vitamin. I cannot swallow huge pills and since they are gross in and of itself – I am praying they say okay!

Instead of running I will be reverting the elliptical machine on my lunch hour as I need something to stay moving due to the joint issues I have. I need to keep the joints moving and running just won’t do as I don’t want to be jumping and jostling a while bunch and I can still slow and speed up as my body says it is okay.

I have also signed up for a class called Fitness for Life here at Alaska Pacific University and I cannot wait to take it!  I think it will help me get a better understanding of  some basics and some obvious new nutrition info that I could use. I am taking this as a first step towards my personal training and more in-depth coaching with Team Beach Body.

Lots of fun and exciting things coming in my future and I cannot wait to take charge of it all! I will prevail!

Check Me Out – But Not Here :)

I am so honored and blessed to be a guest blogger today over at a blog that is owned by a man they call Pavement Runner.

(Yes – please click on his name to get there)

Thank you for the opportunity as it truly means the world to me!!!

July Goals

So I am a goal maker. I am a list maker.  I get satisfaction from checking things off my list as done. That is why I like the beginning of the month – new goal time!!

June goals did not go as well as I had planned, but I am not going to let that get me down – I am going to press on!  I was initially going to blog today’s post – but we had a good ‘ol fashioned lazy family day!

If you don’t have any goals – here are a couple of people that are offering challenges for the month of July!

Tara Burner has the July Plank, Push Up & Squat July Challenge

Angela Simpson has a new challenge that she is going to offer up on Thursday at her blog Eat, Spin, Run, Repeat

Laury Ann Raiken has a 30 Day Grain Free Challenge starting up this week at The Fitness Dish

Strong Like Us Ab Challenge over on YouTube!

CrazySexyFitt’s July Plank Challenge

I also like to check out other people who list their goals and one of my favorites that I read today was a girl who I am loving! Her name is Meg and her blog is A Dash of Meg

I like that she is like me and totally not perfect and admits she didn’t make goals, but like me – doesn’t beat herself up over them!

Here are my July goals:

Try a New Fitness Class or Two. Barre class, spinning, or just a regular yoga or pilates class in an actual studio.

Participate in Katie’s Photo a Day. This one I totally found through Meg’s blog and am glad I did – it sounds awesome! I will be doing this through Instagram – @MissMollyDR is my name so check me out! Katie can be found over at Healthy Diva Eats.

Read a Book. I love to read and think that I just need to make it a goal to read one (or two) so that I can get it back in my schedule.

Make Time For Me. I find I do a lot for others and I tend to not even really take my lunch break anymore. I am going to make it a priority to seek out time for myself whether it is just going to the Starbucks on my lunch, or what not – finding some time to just be alone and quiet will be good.

Complete Challenges This Month. I will be participating in Tara Burner’s challenge, and CrazySexyFitt’s challenge, and maybe one more challenge. The only reason I choose to do three so far is that there are two that are similar!

Run 7 miles. I mean it. I want to run a full 7 miles by the end of the month. I can do it – I know I can.

Gain 1,000 Followers on Twitter. I can do it. I just need to coach myself through making sure I reciprocate what is given.

Have 2,000 Followers on My Blog.  I will do it – You just wait and see!

Clean My Car Inside & Out. I didn’t even think about doing it last month even though it was a goal. Sorry dear!

I think that is all for now, which I still think  it plenty since I have full days as it is. I like to challenge myself and I think this will be a great month with added fun because of it!

What are your goals???

Some Good – Some Still Pondering…GNC Taste Test #2

So my remaining two taste tests on the protein shakes that were provided to me by GNC (opinions totally my own) were the 100% Egg Protein and the Vega Sport. 

I must say that they Pro-Performance 100% Egg Protein is my absolute favorite!  It was a very light tasting and feeling shake. I think some can be heavy and this one was perfect for the morning or a snack!

Unlike dairy based proteins it is naturally lactose free and much easier to digest!  One serving provides the quality protein found in 4 eggs but with much less fat and cholesterol!  This is a great one and has been added into my weekly routine.

The Vega Sport is my least favorite – and my first introduction to the Vegan lifestyle.  Maybe my taste buds were not ready? It smelled great, but had a taste/texture that did not match the anticipation. I talked with GNC and they have allowed me to pass this on to a friend who is Vegan and I am waiting on her report back. I just felt like I was not able to give a great response on the flavor – but I can tell you some facts!

It is a complete multi-source, alkaline-forming, plant-based protein blend. It is formulated to improve strength and exercise performance, repair and build muscles,a nd reduce recovery time between training.  This comes from the SaviSeed protein which is a rich, plant-based source of the amino acid tryptophan. Tryptophan is a key component in serotonin production which helps with the mental aspect of recovery!!! Totally awesome but just not the taste I want.

I also tried mixing with just water and just milk, but I just can’t do it!

Stay tuned as I have decided on a regimen of the Egg Protein, Whey Protein, and the Caesin. I am going to be testing that out for the next month or so and I will let you know how I feel and what I have found from it!!

iBodyFit Giveaway!!!!!!

iBodyFit

You need to check this out! Free Online Workouts – what could be better?

I am always trying to stay varied in my workout and hate getting bored by the end of week 1 with the same ‘ol thing! Here is a website that totally helps my inability to focus.  I am a beginner at yoga and they even have multiple videos to help me get more yoga in my life!

Fitness and Nutrition has a place on this website as well! Free daily fitness tips and you can even ask a trainer!

One stop shopping folks – what could be better?

You can even win free gear by watching the videos!!!!!!

Is there something you want to try? Check here first – a video is bound to be present.

As they say – if you can get online, you can get in shape!

They also have online personal trainers which I am looking into as we  speak – this may be just what I need! I have also enjoy the Tweets that are sent on Twitter to motivate and get me thinking! They are awesome!

Here is your chance to win this AWESOME visor!

#1 Comment on my blog what part of the website most interest you!

#2 Follow them on Twitter at @iBodyFit and let them know I sent you – @MissMollyDR

#3 Blog about their website and the giveaway and post the link in the comment section below

Giveaway ends on June 20th – don’t forget to check back!!!

 

Fitness Friday #7

Today is a beautiful Alaska day – it is making me not want to be inside at all! SO for tha reason we are going to do some fun fitness facts for you all! **I have also added in my extra input for the facts provided 🙂

A person breathes 7 quarts of air every minute – sure feels like I am not getting this much when I am at the end of my run – more like 1 quart.

The human nervous system can relay messages to the brain at speeds of up to 200 miles per hour – funny – my nervous system is apparently delayed as I cannot tell the run is hurting me until a day later!

Underwater swimming is the only time you should hold your breathe while exercising – good to know….

If all 600 muscles in your body pulled in one direction, you could lift 25 tons – mine all pull downward it seems 🙂 Hence the name Tank Ass by a college “friend”

Did you know that toning your butt actually makes your stomach look smaller – I have been going about this all the wrong way!

Did you know that it only takes 100 too many calories each day to gain 10 pounds in a year – Whoops

Did you know that it only takes a deficit of 500 calories a day to lose a pound a week – So what you are telling me that my fru-fru coffee I gave up might actually have been hindering me for the last 8 years??? Damn you Carmel Macchiato!

Did you know that you eat more calories each day if you enter your home near the kitchen than if you use the front door – thank goodness our casa here in Alaska walks into the downstairs and the kitchen is upstairs – they do something right up here for once!

Did you know that oatmeal, citrus fruits, and honey can improve fertility, and boost your sex drive – This is really why Petra is telling everyone to eat local honey and fruits – and why she has 6 kids and 1 on the way 😉
Did you know that the combination of adequate sleep and exercise may decrease a woman’s chance of getting cancer – i am going to start making sure my sleep is a priority!
Did you know that your brain is much more active at night than during the day – yes I have kids that prove this all the time.

Did you know that in addition to having more fun, blondes have more hair – I have never seen a blonde gorilla so I am not buying this just yet…

I know, I know – I am slacking on my posting….I will be back at it now that work has slowed down A TON.

 

Credit: http://lower.usm.k12.wi.us/special/phy_ed/3rd%20Grade%20Page/fun_fitness_facts.htm

http://fitmepink.blogspot.com/2009/06/16-fitness-facts-you-might-not-know.html