Who Doesn't Love The 80's?

I found this 80's work dress.....ok actually my friend Shana from Colorblind found it and MADE me try it on. I was like "Eww.  UGLY!" 

But when I tried it on I sorta liked it.  Now she says

 "I told you so."

Whatever.  I like the 80's.

So much so that I am doing a throwback 80's Jane Fonda video tonight to celebrate this fabulous dress.

Other 80's (maybe 90's) workouts I like:

The Ab Roller

The Thigh Master

Step Aerobics

The song Let's Get Physical by Olivia Newton John

Leg warmers

Dancing like I was on the movie Flash Dance

Here's to the 80's!


PS - I just learned what the song "Let's Get Physical" is really about.  As a kid I thought she just really wanted to work out.....

I'm on a Kashi Kick

Everything Kashi makes is gold.  Their pizzas, while pricey, are delicious and the perfect amount of food for dinner and left over lunch the next day.

Kashi pizza and a fruit shake for dinner after my Bikram Yoga workout.  Life doesn't get any better on a Monday.

Are there any other Kashi product you've tried that you love??

PS - Why do I look so creepy and possessed in this photo???!!!???

Biceps, Bikram & Black Skirts.....

BICEPS

Someone added "21's" to my strength routine in college.  They rock my world.  Enjoy!

Bikram Yoga

Reasons why Bikram Yoga has made me a better athlete:

- The practice requires more focus than any sport I've played.  My ability to focus has increased resulting in a higher performance when I'm running or cycling.

- My flexibility has greatly increased which has reduced my soreness after long runs and bike rides.

- I transitioned from lifting weights to Bikram Yoga.  My strength is the best it's ever been.  I used to make fun of people who used yoga as strength training.  I am now one of those people....it works.

- My stress level has improved.  90 minutes of physical meditation helps you forget why you were even stressed....I feel like I can do anything after the class.

- Skin....whoa.  This is one of the best benefits.  My skin looks less tired and increasingly hydrated.  I've had a few people ask me if I am wearing new make up....nope, just hot yoga.

Black Skirts

I got this black ruffled skirt for $5 at a thrift store.  It can also be worn as a strapless dress.  Articles of clothing that can be worn in multiple way make me happy.

Happy Sunday

Go Redskins!

xo

Sarah

Be Cool With Yourself.....

I turned this shirt into....

This......

I thought I looked fine....that the thrifted shirt was a winner....UNTIL....

My family made a funny face as I was leaving the house...It wasn't the face of "Wow!  You look great!" it was more of "Huh?  I don't get your outfit."

This is when I realized....you've gotta be cool with yourself.  Not just with this outfit but with everything in life.  Not everyone will like everything you wear (or do).  But as long as you are happy with yourself that is all that really matters.  

So maybe my outfit looks a little silly....I'm ok with it because I like it....

xo

Sarah

What The Pho?

Went to Pho last night after a 90 minute workout.....

Phở is a Vietnamese noodle soup, usually served with beef (phở bò) or chicken (phở gà). The soup includes noodles made from rice and is often served with Vietnamese basil, lime, and bean sprouts that are added to the soup by the person who is dining.

Me:  Person who is dining...

I get no meat.....
Just give me the broth and all the other stuff

Hot soup (spicy too) on a cool Fall day?
Sign me UP.

Basil, bean sprouts and fresh jalapeno 

SO GOOD.
If you've never tried PHO you are missing out.

Happy Friday!

Me vs. My Thighs: Thighs 1 Me 0

I read a GREAT post the other day from Vanessa at Gourmet Runner called 

My Thighs Must Love Each other that made me LAUGH OUT LOUD!  It got me thinking.....

I would love for my thighs to be more toned.....so why is it that in the game of Me vs My Thighs the score is

Thighs 1 Me 0???

I'm not letting my thighs win....Soooo starting today I am doing 100 leg lifts on both the outer and inner thigh for 100 days.  I do crunches and sit ups before before bed anyways so why not add these to the list. It only takes 5 extra minutes.  PLUS I've got 2 pound leg weights to kick it up a notch (see below red leg weights).

Will let you know how the game of Me vs My Thighs works out....


On a side note.  I got this necklace this weekend and have worn it pretty much every day (no, I'm not extreme at all -wink-).

This necklace makes regular outfits seem more exciting.  I love a good accessory....

Happy Thursday!

xo

Sarah

Jessica's Lifestyle Makeover Update!

Goal Weight: 140 by Oct 1

Weigh in Last Week: 151

Weigh in This Week: 150

Total Weight Loss This Week: 1

Total Weight Loss Since May 30th: 20

Slowly, but surely the weight is coming off....once you get to the last few pounds it gets TOUGH!

Hopefully next week Jessica can say BYE BYE 150's... 

How To Push Through The Last Few Pounds

1. Drink lots of water 
2. Change up your workout (do something new)
3. Track your food (this is the hardest one)
4. Incorporate extra workouts that are fun like hiking, walking with a friend (or dog) 
5. Stick to fruits and vegetables for snacks
6. Watch sodium intake

The Egg McGrecco 240 Calories 7.5 Grams of Fat

Who needs McDonald's breakfast sandwiches when you can get the Egg McGrecco?  

240 Calories

7.5 Fat

 100% Delicious in 5 Minutes or Less

Use reduced fat cheese

PS - I got these earring for practically nothing this weekend.  They make me happy.

Happy Tuesday Everyone!

I'm Going Green

Found these green colored jeans and fell in love....

When I started thinking about it there are really many things I love that are green.

I've never met an avocado I didn't love...

***Very large avocado stuffed with a rice dish.  DELICIOUS!

And come to think of it The Muppet Movie is coming out pretty soon and I know my good friend Lindsey (who is Kermit obsessed) will probably get a group of us to go....

Who doesn't love Kermit!!??

Anyways here is my quick Monday treadmill workout.  

Feel free to join me!

5 Minutes - Fast walk warm up

5 Minutes - Sprint for 40 seconds walk for 20

5 Minutes - Run

5 Minute - Run at incline 8.0

5 Minute - Sprint for 30 walk for 30 at incline 8.0

5 Minute - Walk at incline 10.0 (try not to use hand rails)

5 Minute - Run for 45 seconds at sprint for 15 seconds at 8.0

5 Minutes - Run for 30 walk for 30 at 10.0

5 Minutes - Cool down 

Sunday: The Day Of Rest......Sorta. Plus a New Healthy Recipe.......Sorta.

I like to reserve Sundays for being lazy.  However my version of lazy is kind of twisted.  

Sunday, September 25th 2011

8:30am: Taught a 1 hour Spinning class.  The spinner attendees really help in keeping ME motivated.  Who would've thought?

10:00am Kissed a dog and two cats for 15 minutes

Squiggy:
The chubby one who likes to wear my shoes

 

Lenny:
The mischievous ladies cat

Ruby:
The sweet snuggler who NEVER barks or howls

How could you pass up hanging with this???

10:30am - Grocery shopped (BORING but necessary)


12:00pm - Cooked healthy pasta salad while also catching up on DVR (SNL with Alec Baldwin).  I'm a total multi taker.  Doing one thing at a time just isn't for me...haha

I love Barilla brand pasta.  Especially the Piccolini. They have Mini Zucchini and Spinach Rotelle &
Mini Tomatoes & Carrots Farfalle
BRILLIANT!

Here is my recipe.  Really not a recipe.  I just throw stuff in a bowl that sounds good.  I promise it works.

Here are the ingredients.

This is the final product.

 

1:15pm - Lay around and watch football with my husband.  Read magazines, blog and pretend to watch football.


Have a RESTFUL Sunday!

xo
Sarah