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Wassup?

While working (yes, working) on a project at work, I came across this blog/something-or-other that I think is pretty awesome . . . however, please beware, if you are sensitive to swears, the title of this link begins with a naughty word.

That said, CHECK IT OUT! --->  human bodies are AMAZING

P.S. This week is going well for exercise . . . Mon run, Tues yoga, Weds took dogs on a snow-hike in field/woods area, today led/did fat burner circuit at TWC.  However. . .my FEET and HIPS hurrrrrrt! Uggggh.

Doggies playin' in da snowy woods!

Keep on keepin' on.  Need some fun, motivating tunes?  Check out Escala - saWEET!

Beet and Avocados

Those are the two "ingredients" this week for the "'100 Best Health Foods' challenge :)  Roomy and I opted to each draw from a deck of index cards on which I had written one 'food' from the book.  I will report on which recipes we chose (I picked beets, so that will be the food I use to make a dish or snack) and roomy will use avocado!

Next topic: exercise!!  Yesterday, I went to a yoga class at Total Wellness Coaching and was so happy that I did!  Not only did the movement feel wonderful, it was also really nice to be led by someone and not have to lead the class. 

Third topic: look good, feel good . . . I try to be very careful about this topic because looks are NOT who a person is or what a person can do.  I know from personal experience, though, that how I look and how I think others perceive me has an effect on how I feel!  Whether good or bad, its true - at least for me - and encourage others to contemplate this topic for themselves.  Along these lines, a few years ago, I gave in to the trend and persuasion of cosmotology-student-friends of mine to try coloring my hair.  WOW!  I've always enjoyed getting my hair cut, and always enjoy letting someone else wash my hair (read: professional head massage with soothing warm water). YES, PLEASE!  Up until a few years ago, I had been determined to stay with my 'natural color' - what God had blessed me with - and not mess with it.  But I succombed to the excitement of having highlights and lowlights . . . and sometimes, those little changes in my looks can give a boost of confidence!  Even if it may be shallow or show some of my insecurity, I am okay with saying that I enjoy getting a fresh look in terms of hair color!  :)  Of course, being on a budget with the recent move and lack of full-time work, I need to be careful with my money (financial wellness!!).  What I did instead of buying a whole haircut/hair color, I just went with a change of color and am going to wait on the hair cut until a) I can afford it or b) I cut it myself or get a free cut from someone :)  **LOVE finding deals, coupons, and bartering for service exchange!**

Wowza - do I want to talk today or what?!  Last topic: I am now officially employed by Total Wellness Coaching :)  I have other opportunities in the works, but at least starting tomorrow, I know that I will have something to pay bills sooner than later!  yahoo! 

Thanks for reading today :)  Consider indulging in a confidence-boosting pick-me-up for your 'outer shell' - meaning, take care of your hygiene (per hopefully usual) and maybe consider having a pedicure or try a new hair style.  Whatever it is, it doens't have to be expensive.  Or, it can be - whatever works best for you!  And as always, keep moving!!

Where did June go?!

Holy cats and dogs!  It is minutes into July 2011.  I need to catch up!

I wanted to post quickly and say how THANKFUL I am for my friends and family.  Originally, this was going to be a post about how awesome it is to have friends and family who support and engage in physical activity for fun as well as for health.  Now, I want to also make sure that everyone knows how AWESOMELY GRACIOUS and hospitable everyone has been to me during my last 10 days of travel . . . and a shoutout to those who I will be seeing soon, "Thanks in advance!"

Driving back to MN from FL was definitely a task and I succeeded, despite my anxiety leading up to the trip.  I stopped every 2-3 hours to walk around at a rest stop with my dog so that we could both stretch (and wake up!).  I chose healthy snacks for the ride and ate healthy meals along the way.  I stopped in at my sister's residence in IA where we took the dogs for a couple-mile-walk.  The next day, I went to mom's and she invited me to go for a run/walk with her!  Monday, I joined a friend for Boot Camp at 5:30am (thank you Total Wellness Coaching). . .off to northern Minnesota for 4 days of DANCING/walking for 7+ hours a day (among other indulgences).  Upon returning to civilization, friends welcomed me into their home and cooked delicious, fresh-local-organic meals, another friend met me for a nice long walk . . .

LOVING LIFE RIGHT NOW. 

Other than the fact that I have never been heavier.  My weight has reached another all-time-high.  I'm working on being okay with me.  My personality.  Loving myself and others.  I will continue to go for walks and bike rides and all of that.  Am registered for a 5k on the 4th of July in Vegas - hope that jump starts me AGAIN.  >>What is with my lethargy?<<