Fight Like a Girl: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Happy Friday!! I mentioned early this week that I would be hosting a giveaway today, but I was just kidding. And by just kidding I mean I fully intended to start the giveaway today, but it is being...
View ArticleUnusual Ways Athletes “Pamper” Themselves
**Make sure to enter my Feetures! running socks giveaway! Only 3 days left!** Today, I am sharing with you a unique perspective on the athletic lifestyle. It’s common knowledge that being fit is...
View Article5 Ways to Drink More Water During the Day
Workouts My workouts have gotten quite sad in the past few months. They happen, but they aren’t too intense. Well, the past few days that has NOT been the case, and it. has. been. AWESOME. I’m really...
View ArticleGuest Post: Introduction to Vitamin Supplements
Workouts Wednesday: Impromptu rest day. I chose to eat ice cream instead…I don’t want to talk about it. Thursday: Did the following 25-minute tabata workout: The only exercise not featured on GMHO yet...
View ArticleGift Idea: How to Make a Healthy Sample Box
As of today, there are 19 days left until Christmas. If you’re like me, you still have to get most of your presents for people. Despite this unfortunate situation, there is no need to fret! If there is...
View Article10 Health-Inspired Gift Ideas for the Holidays + Treadmill Workout
Workouts Wednesday: Did a late night tabata workout (better late than never!) Thursday: Completed the following treadmill run for a total of 3.32mi (I think?) in 35 minutes Today: Probably my No...
View ArticleDetox Meal Plan: Week 1
One of my goals for 2014 is to eat cleaner, and I’m jumping right in by participating in this 21-day detox starting tomorrow. It’s not a crazy “deprive yourself” detox, but rather an “eat super clean...
View ArticlePretzel Crisps Giveaway!
In Wednesday’s post, I mentioned how the people at Pretzel Crisps sent me an awesome snack pack of seven different pretzel varieties in a reusable tote bag with a drink koozie. If you’ve never had...
View ArticleDetox Meal Plan: Week 2
*Make sure to enter my Pretzel Crisps giveaway going on until 1/20* Guess what we got yesterday… New running shoes!!! And they’re pretty and bright!!! I’m so pumped. We’ve been keeping an eye on Road...
View ArticleCreamy Sweet Potato & Carrot Soup
*Make sure to enter my Pretzel Crisps giveaway going on until 1/20* What do you get when you mix savory and sweet ingredients? A tasty masterpiece. Last week, while I was trying to figure out some way...
View ArticleDetox Meal Plan: Week 3
Workouts Saturday: Played beach volleyball on the gorgeous day that it was. Sunday: 60 squats for day 2 of my squat challenge (because I’m a genius and totally forgot to do them on Saturday) and ran 5...
View ArticleHealthier Foods for a Super Bowl Party
When I think of the Super Bowl, I think of three things: Football Commercials FOOD Usually, I’m all… Aka, I’m not a big football fan, but I’m working on it. The commercials are usually what I’m most...
View ArticleThat One Time I Counted Calories
I’m not a calorie counter, and I never want to be. People who are able to keep track of their caloric intake fascinate me because I find it to be a pain in the arse, unless everything you eat is out of...
View ArticleAdding Little Workouts Throughout the Day
While I consider my lifestyle somewhat active, I’m guilty of spending way too much time sitting, whether at work or at home. Sometimes it’s because I’m lazy; other times it’s because I’m trying to get...
View ArticleMy Job as a Writer
A lot of the time, I find it strange to tell people details about my life because I often wonder, “Who even cares?” But personally, I find it fascinating to read about people’s lives. Creepy?...
View Article9 Ways to Preserve Joint Health + NeoCell Protein Powder Review
Are you part of the Joints That Crack club? Matt’s the president, and I’m an active member. (Seriously, when Matt runs, his ankle clicks about every 5 seconds. It freaks me out.) Although it can be...
View ArticleOur Exciting New Fitness Adventure: P90X
My entire past weekend was spent preparing for the next 90 days. Starting today, Matt and I are beginning the P90X fitness system, and we are beyond stoked. I spent a ridiculous amount of time the past...
View Article8 Healthy Food Trends That Intrigue Me
If you weren’t already aware, I like learning about ways to stay healthy — aka, stuff like new workouts and crazy foods. Today’s post will be focusing on the latter. When I first started reading...
View ArticleThe ABCs of What’s Been Making Me Happy Lately
Sometimes, it’s the littlest things that make us smile. I’ve been noticing that to be true in my life a lot lately, so I figured I’d dedicate today’s post to these things. I believe happiness is...
View ArticleMy Journey Switching from Running to Weight Lifting
My main fitness love for the past five or so years has been running. I cross train by doing circuit workouts about every other day, but my main focus has always been hitting the pavement — that...
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