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Hello again...<br />
I know it's been awhile since I've logged back on to this whole blogging thing...let's face it, 2 years is like an eternity in the web-based world. I could tell you that I had all of these pre-occupations and that I was dealing with 'Life'. And maybe it would be true, but honestly it was more forgetfulness and lack of motivation. Yes I was dealing with 'Life' as we all do but mostly I had put blogging on the back shelf to 1. get through 'Life' and then 2. pursue other goals because I had just gotten through 'Life'.<br />
So here I am again bending your ears and eyes for more Enna tales. On this Enna's Rabbit Hole 2.0 version, there will be more product reviews, fitness/travel logs and just quick weekly check-ins down the rabbit hole...a sneak leak into ‘Life’.<br />
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So, let’s start with a short product review of one of my new favorite items!<br />
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Obliviscar Snorkel Mask.<br />
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I have been eye-balling this mask for quite sometime. I was finally afforded the opportunity to review it! YAY!! So here's the breakdown folks:<br />
<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">•Easy to assemble. It only had 2 parts that clicked on (mask and snorkel) 3 if you count the optional GoPro camera mount. </span><br />
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It has adjustable elastic bands</span><br style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">•Super comfy while on</span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><br style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">•Leak-Proof</span><br style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">•Anti-Fog </span><br style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">*For me the best part was that I could breathe easily and normally without any issues. I’m using it this help me get comfortable in the water and build up my swimming. </span><a class="_58cn" dir="ltr" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/ironmantraining?hc_location=ufi" style="color: #365899; cursor: pointer; font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><span aria-label="hashtag" class="_58cl" style="color: #90949c; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">#</span><span class="_58cm" style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">IronManTraining</span></a><span class="whitespace" style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"> </span><br style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">*Also can’t wait to take it out in open water to see the fisheees <span class="_47e3 _5mfr" style="clip: auto; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; height: auto; line-height: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 1px; margin-right: 1px; margin-top: 0px; overflow: visible; position: static; vertical-align: middle; white-space: normal; width: auto;"><img alt="" class="img" height="16" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/fd0/1/16/1f602.png" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-image-outset: 0; border-image-repeat: stretch; border-image-slice: 100%; border-image-source: none; border-image-width: 1; border-left-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-top-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; vertical-align: -3px;" width="16" /><span class="_7oe" style="display: inline-block; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 0px; width: 0px;">😂</span></span><span class="_47e3 _5mfr" style="clip: auto; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; height: auto; line-height: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 1px; margin-right: 1px; margin-top: 0px; overflow: visible; position: static; vertical-align: middle; white-space: normal; width: auto;"><img alt="" class="img" height="16" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/f8a/1/16/1f420.png" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-image-outset: 0; border-image-repeat: stretch; border-image-slice: 100%; border-image-source: none; border-image-width: 1; border-left-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-top-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; vertical-align: -3px;" width="16" /><span class="_7oe" style="display: inline-block; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 0px; width: 0px;">🐠</span></span><span class="_47e3 _5mfr" style="clip: auto; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; height: auto; line-height: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 1px; margin-right: 1px; margin-top: 0px; overflow: visible; position: static; vertical-align: middle; white-space: normal; width: auto;"><img alt="" class="img" height="16" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/f21/1/16/1f41f.png" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-image-outset: 0; border-image-repeat: stretch; border-image-slice: 100%; border-image-source: none; border-image-width: 1; border-left-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-top-color: rgb(29, 33, 41); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; vertical-align: -3px;" width="16" /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<b></b><b>Check out the live underwater video: <a href="https://youtu.be/5vk79mcVYbQ">Obliviscar Snorkel Mask Youtube review </a></b><br />
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<b>You can also get your own here: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BKYZT3Q">http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BKYZT3Q</a></b><br />
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The thing is that I LOVE discounts, coupons and deals. Why pay full price if you don't have to?!<br />
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I am in no way a 'Coupon Queen' or 'Extreme Coupon-er'. However, if given the opportunity to save money, I take it. </div>
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That's more money in my pocket that can go towards other more important things...like Starbucks. </div>
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I'm also a generous 'Penny Pinching Cheapskate'. I actually like passing along coupons or deals that I find. That way maybe if you have extra money in your pocket you can spend it on more important things...like Starbucks for me. </div>
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So, here are some discount codes that I've collected and passing along to you: </div>
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<a href="https://thetrainersedge.com/ejones">The Trainers Edge Sports and Fitness Nutrition</a> 5% off Code: SAVE5</div>
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<a href="http://www.us.vibram.com/">Vibram Athletic and Outdoor Gear</a> 30% off Code: IDEA2016</div>
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<a href="https://www.lyft.com/">Lyft Rideshare</a> Discount Code: PEANUTS4U</div>
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<a href="http://www.takeyausa.com/">Takeya Thermoflask</a> 15% off Code: THERMO15</div>
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<a href="http://www.poppilateslife.com/">Pop Pilates Training Program</a> Only $199 Originally $299 Code: POPIDEA2016 (exp 9/5/16)</div>
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<a href="http://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=sweet%20spot&category=0|All|matchallpartial|all%20categories">SweetSpot Labs Products (gentle wipes and washes)</a> 15% off Code: SWEET15</div>
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<a href="http://www.jacklalanne.com/">Jack Lalanne products (excludes power juicers)</a> 20% off Code: ILOVEJACK</div>
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<a href="http://www.amazinggrass.com/">Amazing Grass Greens and Protein Powders</a> 50% off Code: BLOGFEST2016 (exp 8/31/16)</div>
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<a href="http://www.delfinspa.com/">Delfinspa Fitness Apparel</a> 20% off Code: IDEAFIT</div>
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<a href="http://www.thetubewaistband.com/">The Tube Wearable Waistband</a> 20% off Code: RACE2016</div>
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<a href="http://www.weightliftinggloves.com/">Weightlifting Gloves</a> 10% off Code: WLG-10</div>
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<a href="http://www.battlefrogseries.com/">BattleFrog Obstacle Course Race</a> $20off XTreme, $15off 8K, $10off Elite&Youth, $5off Bullfrog&Tadpole Code: BFFT360</div>
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Ok, now go out there and save some $$$$...and if you're so inclined you can use that extra money for something special...</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We were so excited we could hardly sleep the night before. I still had so many anxieties about the trip...having enough money for the unknown, packing the right clothes, packing enough clothes, having enough space for the swag that I'd bring home, being able to network effectively, being able to absorb all of the education, being able to keep up in the workouts, collecting enough content to blog about or share with social media, making sure #thehubs is fed and entertained while I'm in working, being able to have enough time to see the sights since I've never been to California...just to name a few. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Saturday was my nutrition and workout session day. I started the day with the Nutrition Summit. This was truly a FitFoodie lover's dream class led by medical doctors and registered </span>dietitians<span style="font-family: inherit;">. </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Instead of concentrating on lifestyle IN medicine, let's think of lifestyle AS medicine</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Having a healthy lifestyle will not only add more years to your life but more LIFE to your years.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">After the Nutrition Summit I was to start my workout sessions. I had secretly prepped for and dreaded this part for the last few weeks. I had signed up to workout with my fitness icons. How crazy of me to think that I would be able to keep up with, let alone stay alive through doing all of these in one day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">But my thinking was that this is a once in a lifetime opportunity; some people pay thousands of dollars just to see one of these trainers...and I get to actually workout with all of them...for FREE! Besides, I can rest when I get home, right?! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Overall this entire weekend was filled with so much fun, fitness and education. I met so many great people and learned so much...not just in practical skills for my brand and business...but also about myself. I feel like I was nervous for absolutely nothing. I may not be converted to an extrovert quite yet, but I am less anxious in stepping out of my comfort zone. I'm excited to attend next year!</span></div>
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A little known fact about me: </div>
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Seriously. I've been doing it off and on all of my life...consistently for the last 3years and I still hate it. All of the people that told me in the beginning that I would learn to love it, that it would get easier...</div>
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They lied. I haven't "learned" to love it and it hasn't gotten any easier. I dread it everyday. I actually dread it the night before just thinking of all of the sweat and anguish I'll go through the next day. Everyday, I think of clever ways not to have to workout...but everyday I still end up exercising. Why?! Why do I keep putting myself through something I don't enjoy?!</div>
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I'm okay with that...mostly. But sometimes you need a milkshake or candybar. When I have those types of cravings, I try to either buy or make healthier alternatives. Before you flip out, yes you can make a healthy milkshake-ish type concoction. You just have to have the right kind of protein powder base. </div>
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#FitFoodieTip: Try <a href="http://www.amazinggrass.com/" target="_blank">Amazing Grass Protein Superfood</a> Powder. I just found this gem and it fits all of my must-have bullet points and it's kinda yummy. Check out my full <a href="https://youtu.be/LgvdUriBs_g" target="_blank">Youtube</a> review. </div>
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And here is my feeble attempt to make Protein bites.</div>
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Ok, obviously I'm not a <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/ennajones/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> Cooking guru, however they were extremely delicious and a great fit for my on-the-go day. </div>
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Another little known fact about me (if you haven't figured it out yet)</div>
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1 lucky <span style="font-family: inherit;">winner will receive one full size container of the <span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; line-height: 23.8px;">winner’s choice of Original, Vanilla or Peanut Butter Chocolate SuperFoods Protein powder. (US based winners only)</span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13990528901753622279noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-484116222766370345.post-69195521751877071632016-06-28T13:17:00.001-07:002016-08-05T17:08:06.740-07:00Flavor Your LifeIt should be no surprise that the happiest moments in my day often include food.<br />
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Sure I love my family; most especially my children and husband...I love helping people, being a mentor, reading, and a host of other things. But really it just comes back to FOOD.</div>
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My love of food started when I was a young child. I honestly can't remember a time where I didn't love food. I love all of the variations that food comes in: sweet, salty, savory, cold, hot, warm and everything in-between. It flavors and sets the tone for my day, night and overall mood. Bad meal=bad mood...Good meal=good mood.</div>
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It's because of my relationship with food that at one point caused me to gain an unhealthy amount of weight. Now that I'm a fitness professional, I've turned my love of food to almost a scientific talent. I haven't stopped loving food. I've just found unique ways to use food to conform to my specific health goals. Now I enjoy researching, creating and experimenting with recipes. </div>
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Once you open Pandora's box, you'll realize that they are hundreds of different healthy options for food. It's not only important what you eat but also how it's prepared. I've tried to limit the amount of processed and saturated oils I use so what I've turned to is coconut oil. However, I recently received a sample of <a href="http://www.facebook.com/FlavorYourLifeNA" target="_blank">Farchioni European Olive Oil</a> to try with my family and friends. (*Disclaimer: I received this product for free from <a href="http://www.momsmeet.com/">MomsMeet</a>, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. As a Moms Meet blogger, I agreed to use this product and post my honest opinion on my blog. The opinions posted are my own.)</div>
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If you've made a trip to your local grocer when looking for olive oil, the choices can be daunting. The options and flavors are endless. There are so many factors that come into just producing the perfect olive oil...such as: variety of olives used, geographic location the olives were grown, the type of soil used, harvesting methods, length of harvesting time, time between harvesting and pressing, pressing techniques, storage methods, etc. So many options...so many ways to flavor your life. Who knew, right?!</div>
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The overall purpose of olive oil is to heighten and elevate the flavor of the food. Depending on the type of oil, you can use it to saute, for salads, to bake, to replace butter, to dip for artisan bread, for marinades, for drizzles over pasta or veggies, to help emulsify sauces. The possibilities are endless... a foodie's dream come true. Olive oil also has many health benefits associated with heart health, cholesterol, skin and nails...a health nut's dream come true.</div>
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So for our product review foodie week, we used Farchioni Olive Oil to saute vegetables, pan fry white fish, drizzle for baked salmon, pasta and as a finishing drizzle for popcorn. Absolute DELICIOUSNESS! I found it to have a light, smooth nutty taste. Nothing lingering and no acidic or left over greasy feeling.<br />
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I actually really like giving reviews on products, foods and services. Why?! Well, because I hate wasting my time and money. So before I buy something new or go somewhere new I like to look up reviews. I need to know: how was the experience, how did it work out, was it cheaply made, was it easy to find, was it easy to use, how long did it take, did it taste good, how was the service, was it worth it...was it a waste of time or money.<br />
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So, for awhile now, I've been doing reviews on <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/members-reviews/ennaj2014" target="_blank">TripAdvisor</a>, on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ennajones1111/videos?sort=dd&view=0&shelf_id=0" target="_blank">Youtube</a> channel, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fatfatgonefit/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. </div>
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I do reviews on just about every type of restaurant and product. A lot of products lately had been fitness related due to my increase in training for <a href="http://www.spartan.com/" target="_blank">Spartan Races</a>. However last week I needed a non-fitness related product as a result of my Spartan Race instead of for the training of it. </div>
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It was the <a href="http://www.neilmed.com/" target="_blank">NeilMed Nasal Sinus Rinse</a>. Why on earth would I need a nose squirter for a post-race recovery?!</div>
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First off let me say that it was a bit daunting because of the huge size of the tip of the squirter. I mean I know I have a pretty big snout but wow! That being said it was pretty easy to use. The package comes with a saline powder solution that you mix with water...shake...and squirt. I suggest you take a deep breath and really mentally prepare yourself for what's about to happen. Unlike myself, who just kind of went for it and it totally freaked me out the first time. Which is weird and funny considering I have really bad sinuses so this is not the first time I've used a nasal spray. Anyways, I did it a couple of times in each nostril just to make sure I had gotten all of the yucky boo-boo water out of my nose. I could tell the difference right away. It didn't sting or burn like some other rinses. I suppose the big tip helped make sure the solution sprayed in the right place. <a href="http://www.neilmed.com/" target="_blank">NeilMed</a> also sells A Nasal-Oral Aspirator for babies and kids which I'm strangely excited to try out as well. </div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">Use "MOMSBLOG" for $3 off the purchase of a Naspira Nasal-Oral Aspirator at </span><a href="http://www.neilmed.com/" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">www.neilmed.com</a></div>
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As an added BONUS, I'm giving away a NeilMed Naspira for 2 lucky people who follow my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCppCzQOLIbWN5BPS5HW1_cA" target="_blank">Youtube</a> AND <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fatfatgonefit/" target="_blank">Instagram</a></div>
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Well fast forward to that Thursday, as I packed for another <a href="http://www.spartan.com/" target="_blank">Spartan</a> race, my normal anxiety is in full force. There's more at stake at this one...more to be afraid of.<br />
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<li>It's in Colorado=5500ft elevation, cold and mountains (scary for this Texas girl)</li>
<li>It's at a Military base where Olympians train</li>
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My husband, as always, tries to calm me down. He's a great encourager but my fears often drown out his uplifting words. The more I pack, the more those voices creep in..."Can I do it...What about the elevation...How many obstacles will you overcome and/or fail...Can you finally get up that rope...Will you survive?!"<br />
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Yes it was COLD (40degrees)</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13990528901753622279noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-484116222766370345.post-64695608599523098832016-05-02T15:19:00.001-07:002016-05-20T12:52:46.465-07:00The Day I Almost Died Yesterday, I almost died. Well at least I felt like I was going to die. My chest was tight. My lungs were heaving heavily. My face was red. My body was sweating uncontrollably. My whole body was screaming in pain. What was this act of the devil that had me this way?! I ran my first 5k.
Now, before you roll your eyes or chuckle...you have to realize that that was a big step for me. I am a former "fatfat", lazy couch potato, a self proclaimed asthmatic who HATED to exercise. So just signing up for the race was a milestone. But I did so for a good cause...Lupus Awareness.
My eldest daughter was diagnosed with Lupus last year. Something I don't share with most people because it's scary. Scary to think that my sweet little piece of Hollywood is in pain and there's nothing that Mommy can do to fix it. Lupus is coined as the 'Silent Killer', a disease that turns your body against itself...a disease with no cure. So the ONLY thing that can be done is medication to ease the symptoms and education to bring awareness.
So yesterday, inspite of my fears and self pity, amongst a sea of hundreds of others, I ran...I ran to bring awareness...I ran to raise money for research...I ran for all of the ones who couldn't...I ran in honor of my daughter.
It put into perspective of how my struggles with weightloss, food addiction, and self confidence is so trivial in comparison to others who are struggling just to get out of bed...just to be productive and active...just to cope with physical pain...just to be alive one more day.
So, although I am a bit sore today from yesterday's 'milestone', I will continue this journey with less complaints. I will continue to run for the ones who can't...I will continue to run because I CAN.
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So everyday I troll through social media and gawk and awe at the beautiful fitness models and delicious fitfoods and wonder...HOW?
How is it that their hair and skin is flawless...How is it that the crust isn't burnt...How is it that the lighting is always so PERFECT?!
I've even been desperate enough to ask a few of these #instafamous profiles and they all answered simply...Put yourself out there and just practice. They proceed to tell me that the one perfect shot I'm looking at took them hours to create and over 50+ takes. Really?!
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So you mean to tell me that all of these profiles and 'perfectly' executed shots don't happen so easily and are NOT so perfect afterall?! Ok, I'll take the bait...So today I tried to create the perfect #foodporn protein pancakes with a <a href="https://youtu.be/ouXotdQXAbI" target="_blank">Youtube Video</a> to boot. OMG!!! It literally took 67 takes, made my phone hot and battery die...AND IT STILL WASN'T TRUE #FOODPORN WORTHY!!<br />
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So although I truly loved the taste of my #topnotch30in30 Almond Protein Pancakes, I think it'll be a loooong while before my next #instafamous trial.<br />
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I recently received these <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Resistance-Bands-Progressive-Stretching-Satisfaction/dp/B00W4AEMN0/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&keywords=resistance%20yoga%20bands%20best&linkCode=ur2&qid=1438262396&sr=8-3&tag=fattomoson-20&linkId=TLE6FD75B45SOE7C" target="_blank">#FitnessAnsweredTrainingBands</a> to review. I loved the portability of these bands and it got me geeked for being able to accomplish my New Years Resolutions this year. Honestly, looking through all of the social media blobs of how, just like myself, everyone's going to make this year different...how 2016 will be the turning point for their fitness...has me wanting to excited to get on the band wagon to ride the train of better health and fitness. So I get the newest gadgets and experiment with the newest recipes. And in this first quarter of the new year (actually just barely the the 2nd week of 2016 to be exact) I have resolved that 'New Year's Resolutions' are crap! I was so caught up in making sure everything was so perfect and precise that I started stressing and depressing myself into a cloud of frustration. So I'm just going to continue to do what I do best...<br />
*Be true to myself<br />
*Continue to be better everyday<br />
*Strive to improve the old and/or learn something new<br />
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So every Friday on all of my social media outlets, I pay homage to all of my favorite foodie finds of the prior week...some vegan, some not, but mostly healthy #nomnoms that I wish to devour or at least try to recreate. I call it #fitfoodfriday!<br />
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Initially I wanted the purpose of #fitfoodfriday to be to educate novices out there on healthy food facts and recipes and hopefully inspire them to get and STAY on a better path of health. However, the more research and posting I do, it has seemed to evolve into something else.<br />
Confession: I'm using it for EVIL.<br />
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I've noticed that I've started gathering tips and ideas on how to "ADD UP THE CREDITS"...simply put counting my Macros, dotting my I's/crossing my T's, to figure out when and what cheat I can have later. Adding up enough healthy food credits so when I go bonkers on some McDonald's fries I don't feel as guilty...or the Wendy's Frosty...or biscuits and gravy...or chocolate chip muffins...or a candy bar...or a warm slice of apple pie...<br />
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My kitchen cabinet stays stocked with all kinds of healthy treats...my 'break the glass in case of emergency' stash...they are lifesavers. Take for instance my new favorite go-to: <a href="http://manitobaharvest.com/" target="_blank">manitobaharvest hemp products</a>...I add the hemp hearts to EVERYTHING! Seriously #yummyinmytummy! So much so that I've partnered up with them to do a lil'giveaway > <a href="https://instagram.com/p/9wB8QAGj_a/?taken-by=fatfatgonefit" target="_blank">#instagramgiveaway@fatfatgonefit</a> <</div>
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Yea, I didn't say I was Rachel Ray...don't judge me! You can actual find tastier and more creative recipes on their website. (see link above)<br />
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So I guess my question to all of you fabulous #fitfam fanatics is:<br />
If I eat this heart healthy, low calorie, high protein sort of stuff everyday from now until let's say...umm, just choosing a random date here...November 26ish...will I have enough 'credits' built up to demolish some stuffing?<br />
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So this month has been SUPER crazy for me (as well as the other looney tunes that I live with). Here's a brief rundown:<br />
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<li>My family and I moved from Georgia to Texas</li>
<li>I received more product reviews than anticipated</li>
<li>My daughter started at a new school</li>
<li>My husband (who had previously worked from home) started a new position </li>
<li>I also started working outside of the home</li>
<li>I'm ending this month out with completing a Spartan Race</li>
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Now all of that just in a brief cliff note doesn't seem so bad, right?! But it's all of the little details....<br />
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<li>Moving from Georgia to Texas- Working out the $$ details with the Property we were living in so they wouldn't evict us before our actual moveout date. Having to sell off furniture because you know the new property won't be able to fit your oversized furniture nor will the moving truck you're trying to get. Finding the cheapest, yet reliable, moving truck company to haul all of our stuff....FYI- DO NOT use Budget Rental. They may be cheaper but they don't guarantee a truck size on your actual reservation day. So what's the point of even asking me what size I need?! #ugh Plus if they only have a bigger size, you still have to pay the difference even though it's not your fault. Another #ugh. Getting a call a few days before moving that the person you thought you'd be crashing with for a couple weeks until your apartment was ready is trying to hit you up for $$$$$$$$$. Needless to say last minute adjustments to that whole thing because we're pinching pennies here. The 13hour straight drive with a copilot (my 11year old daughter) who slept most of the way.</li>
<li>More product reviews than I anticipated- They were all either delayed, sent to the wrong address or are somewhere in the abyss. I did a temporary change of address months ago to the first place we were supposed to staying ( reference#1 above:the one that wanted the whole bank), then had to change it a day before we left to the new temporary address, but it didn't take affect until a week after we arrived in Texas. Then I had to change it to our now permanent address....Needless to say, I'm sure the Postmaster is confused and highly upset with me. </li>
<li>My daughter starting a new school- The old school originally told us that the withdrawal forms could be completed her last day of school. "Just come in; it's an easy and quick process" So we did just that. We get there on her last day to withdraw her (a Friday) and the Registrar tell us that it won't be processed until the following Monday or Tuesday and for us to come back then. (insert my mean face here) Ok, what?! We kindly explained to her that we were leaving 5am Monday so that would not be a possibility. (insert her blank stare here). Plus the new school in Texas wants a lot of new student and transfer paperwork that we just didn't have.</li>
<li>My husband started a new position- For the past 2 years I have been blessed to have my husband work from home. I absolutely love spending time with him and I had gotten use to seeing him hard at work at our kitchen table. Unfortunately, it wasn't paying the bills as much as we would've liked or hoped. So when he got offered a promotion within the same company umbrella, we jumped at it. So we packed up and headed west. Only thing is his start date kept getting pushed back and in the mean time his paychecks were adding up to zero. So that meant eating, sitting and sleeping on the floor since we sold most of our furniture (reference#1, yea probably could've kept some of it since we ended up getting a bigger truck).</li>
<li>I started working outside the home- Since getting married 5 years ago, I have been fortunate enough to be allowed to be a stay at home mom and wife. My husband's income previously had always been enough. He always told me that it was my choice if I wanted to work outside of the home, but I didn't have to. He would take care of me. I love him for that. I've been working since I was 15 years old. When I was a single mom, I sometimes would work 2-3 jobs just to keep my children fed and a roof over our head. The struggle to maintain was hard. So when my Prince Charming came and offered this, of course I took advantage of it. Despite my husband's promotion and pay increase, I decided to go back to work to speed up our financial savings plan and retirement agenda. (Hawaii here we come!) So now re-entering the workforce has been hard. Primarily because I was trying to make sure I'm able to get the hours that don't disrupt our family time and lifestyle. Also trying not to be self conscious about the fact that I'm a 40 year old woman competing for the same positions as the whippersnappers half my age. </li>
<li>The Spartan Race- Enough said. </li>
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Now before you start feeling sorry for me or think I'm over here having a pity party...stop and read on....<br />
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<li>Moving from Georgia to Texas- Our previous property was absolutely excellent in working with our situation and time crunch. We were able to sell and/giveaway what we needed to and kept the rest...which did all fit in the bigger truck we got stuck with. The actual drive itself wasn't as bad as we thought it would be. The weather was nice and since my 11 year old copilot slept most of the way, it gave me the opportunity to have a mini Beyonce and Mariah Carey karaoke contest with myself....a lot better than 13 hours of Disney show tunes. Also because we have the best extended family in the world, we were able to find a better and bigger temporary living situation for ZERO dollars. Our host was more than accommodating and was a true Godsend.</li>
<li>More product reviews than I anticipated- <a href="http://www.amazon.com/PurAthlete-Endurance-Continuous-Electrolytes-Substances/dp/B00ZS1IMSS/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1441046414&sr=8-3&keywords=purathlete" target="_blank">PurAthlete Endurance</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/PurAthlete-Regenerate-Protection-Breakdown-Increases/dp/B00ZS2I930/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441046414&sr=8-1&keywords=purathlete&pebp=1441046459784&perid=1QJFA1VF6TNPXTQWFYMB" target="_blank">PurAthlete Regenerate</a>, <a href="http://geturbal.com/" target="_blank">Urbal Dermaroot</a>, <a href="http://www.amztk.com/triplestrengthfishoil" target="_blank">Lemmings2Lions Pure Triple Strength Omega3 Fish Oil</a>, <a href="http://www.researchverified.com/omega3/facts.php" target="_blank">Research Verified Omega 3</a>...just to name a few. Although it was a bit rough tracking everything, I am more than pleased with everything I received. Sure, there are a few things still in limbo, but I just look at it as surprise freebies that I'll be receiving soon.To see my complete review of the products I did receive follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook <a class="g-profile" href="https://plus.google.com/112077800680189081238" target="_blank">+fatfatgonefit</a> . (yes, shameless plug). </li>
<li>My daughter starting a new school- Miraculously, it actually didn't take until the next week for the withdrawal paperwork to get processed. My daughter came home with the forms at the end of that same day. So the following week, we nervously show up to the new school with the paperwork we did have, which was only 3 out of the 6 things they requested....guess what they accepted it; no questions asked! Plus it turns out that the new school is one of the best schools in the area and feeds into a high school that is in the top 1% in the country! </li>
<li>My husband started a new position- Yes, I had to get use to the idea of him not being around constantly, but honestly this promotion has been such a huge blessing. This position seemed to be designed specifically for him. It marries his two areas of expertise: Professional Training/Employee Development and the Financial Industry. The pay increase and all of the other company perks more than make up for the time lost. So although his original start date got pushed by a couple of weeks, we have no ill feelings about it now. It gave us the time we needed to acclimate ourselves to the new environment and explore the city before all of the busyness of work life. </li>
<li>I started working outside the home- At first when I put my resumes out there, all I heard were crickets. Not a peep or if I did get a response back it wasn't an ideal employer, location or work schedule. I finally landed to a place that I think I'll enjoy that has a mix of old geezers like myself and young bucks. The location and work schedule fits our family life perfectly. The pay is pretty decent to say the least (Hawaii here we come!). Added bonus it's right in the middle of upscale cafes and coffee shops, cheap eclectic eateries and a 24 hour gym. Let's see which I frequent more. LOL</li>
<li>The Spartan Race- This will be the last race (thank GOD) this year to complete my Trifecta. This race a bit more special to my husband and I because our daughter will also be racing this weekend in the Kid's Spartan race. We're so excited to see her accomplish this obstacle course race and push past her limits.</li>
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~Although the SMELL was extremely fruity the taste wasn't. I tried on 2 different occasions; using nondairy milk as well as just plain water. Both times, you could barely get the 'strawberry' taste. I could only imagine if you actually added anything else to it (like yogurt/oatmeal/flax etc)...it would more than likely take on the taste of whatever you mixed with it. The macros on this powder, however, were fairly decent: 120 Calories, 5g Carbs, 1g Sugar and 25g Protein...plus it's certified Kosher. The dessert queen in me just wishes it was more berrylicious.<br />
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~The straps worked well for this workout however he told me that it's probably not something he'd use for everyday because he'd still get callouses....something he's trying to avoid. I would imagine the straps would be more geared towards the Powerlifter who doesn't care about having soft hands. I want...I mean...#thehubs wants the soft hands.<br />
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~He LOVES this ring. It has a snug fit without being too constricting. He's excited to wear it to the Reebok Spartan Race next month. I'm excited to see if it'll actually hold up with the mud and obstacles...but for now, it worked for a full hardcore workout (and continues to)....so if for nothing else, I'm happy for that. For the full review, watch the video below.<br />
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So, after the impromptu and severely amateur video shoot, my husband said, "Hey, guess what?! We're 'that' couple!"....he had the biggest, cheesiest grin on his face. I ask out of complete confusion, "What couple?"....he responds with, "The 'Fit Couple' people always talk about....the 'IT' couple on t.v....the type of couples we used to talk about....the inspiring and motivating ones we used to stare at....Now WE'RE it!" </div>
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That wasn't me. Maybe him, but definitely not me. I'm the awkward girl that is digging the giant wedgie out of her butt as she walks into the gym....who has to constantly put her hair in a messy rat's nest pineapple bun because it keeps coming undone....the one who grunts with every rep because seriously EVERY reps almost kills me....the one that never matches and has probably slept in that same workout shirt the night before....the one that you might catch adjusting her too small, too big or too sweaty sports bra at any given moment.....and the girl that on the way out of the gym is pulling out that same damn wedgie. So ummm, 'fit couple'....yeah, ok, not hardly. </div>
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But there he is; just standing there still with that cheesy smile like a little boy waiting on my approval or acceptance to the ridiculous thing he just said. So I calmly reply with, "Are we really?" Thinking that maybe if I turn it back on him....if he REALLY thinks about it, he'll realize how crazy he actually sounded. But NOPE! He gleefully snaps back with, "Yep! Because you do all these health and fitness reviews and if I wasn't fit I wouldn't be able to help you with that sort of stuff....plus we like going to the gym and stuff!" </div>
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OK WHOA PARTNER!! Let's slow it down a little....I GO to the gym...I don't LIKE going to the gym. I still don't like exercising. It's just a solution to a problem I have....that I LOVE to eat and I don't want to die early. And what is this " AND STUFF" you speak of?! </div>
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#thehubs then proceeds to explain to me the "AND STUFF" is the fact that the last few gifts we've exchanged have been fitness related. Which is true. Now, if you would've asked me a few years ago..."Hey Enna what if your spouse got you a fitness item for a present?" I would've looked at you crazy and sternly told you that I'd whop him upside his head for being so rude. But now I regularly ask for the newest fitness gear and gadgets. So maybe I have morphed....not sure how the hell that happened....because again I am a girl who hated to sweat....the girl that used to drive down her driveway to get her mail....the girl that could and would hold a pee for hours because she didn't want to walk all the way across the house to the bathroom...Maybe I was brainwashed or drugged. Not sure what this weirdo human I have come to love as my lifepartner has done to me....but do I, in fact, secretly enjoy it?! I do like being thought of, even if only by him, as apart of a 'fit couple'. The more I thought about it and looked at his chocolaty eyes, I realized that the big cheesy grin wasn't him wanting my approval. It was his way of expressing how proud he was of me...of us. And I'm ok with that. </div>
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Do you remember that Life Cereal commercial back in the 80s, where the kids were unsure of the taste so they said "Give it to Mikey, he'll eat anything?"<br />
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I always wondered what ever happened to Mikey...and were there really kids out there that would eat anything? How crazy and dangerous for the taste buds right? Well....maybe not so crazy. Somehow, as I've gotten older, I've become the modern day Mikey. I love trying new things; having new experiences and ultimately pushing my taste buds to the limits. That being said, it leaves me open to alot of criticism from my friends and family. However the same people that criticize me also seem to use me as their personal test monkey.</div>
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I used to always scratch my head in wonder and confusion of why certain people put themselves through a certain hell called Spartan Races. As I sat in astonishment that what seemed to be regular, ordinary and sane individuals put their body through the physical anguish of anywhere from 4-15 miles of rugged terrain and 20-30 obstacles....I thought to myself "They are CRAZY! That would NEVER be me!". I knew that like I knew my name, because this girl hates to exercise, hates to sweat, hates to even walk long distances. But 2 years after I started following these looney tunes...it happened.....</div>
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This March, I joined the revolution.</div>
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That crazy bird standing next to me is my husband. He is definitely the love of my life, my supporter and my biggest cheerleader. I say that because despite him looking at me like I had lost my mind when I approached him about the Spartan Race, he still did it with me. That was at the Atlanta Sprint which was 4.5 miles and 20 obstacles. We trudged through gallons of poop, muddy waters and thick woods...in 50 degree weather! So of course all of our cute clothes got chunked right in the trash afterwards. We loved and hated every minute of it. We were stung by the bug. So we are clawing our way to complete the Trifecta this year. The next tier is always longer and harder. </div>
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Here I am at the Asheville Spartan Super (2nd Tier)....</div>
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Black Mountain in Asheville with 3100 feet of elevation...10 miles, 28 obstacles through gravel quarries, mountainous terrain and rivers. One of the lifesavers besides the water station and porta-potties every other mile, were these little gems:<br />
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The way to a girl's heart is with food and freebies. Well at least to this #fatfatgonefit girl's heart. So when I got the opportunity to do a Bulu Box review in partnership with FitApproach/SweatPink, I was ecstatic. I mean, c'mon: FREE plus FOOD samples....</div>
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If you're not familiar with Bulu Box...it's similar to most subscription box services as in you pay for a particular level of box per month and the company sends you a box of samples. The more you spend = the more products are included in your box. The unique feature with this company is that all of their sample products are health and fitness related. Each month Bulu Box subscribers receive 4-5 vitamin, supplement and healthy snack samples to try. Every sample in Bulu Box is also available in full size quantities in the Bulu Box shop. One of the other benefits of a Bulu Box subscription is the Rewards Points program. Each monthly subscriber can take a quick survey about the samples in their box in exchange for 10 Rewards Points each. Every 50 Reward Points is $5 that can be use toward the purchase of any full size product on Bulubox.com.</div>
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I've received subscription boxes from other companies so maybe my expectations were set a bit high. My look when I opened the Bulu Box.....</div>
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Not only was it not the amount I expected to be considered a 'sampler' box but also the so called 'Health and Fitness' products received weren't cohesive with each other. Some of the packaging was questionable. For example, two of the products were in, what could only be described as, Ziplock baggies. Other questionable product samples were the sideways toothbrush (just weird) and the anti-inch cream. It just didn't make sense.</div>
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The WORST thing in the box: Yerba Prima Daily Fiber Formula. This was one of the one's with questionable packaging. Although it looked suspicious to say the least it did come with a little flyer stapled to the clear Ziplock baggie to explain the content. Also the taste was not pleasurable. </div>
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All one serving samples. So not something that you would be able to tell actually worked. This sample subscription box would be more for the purposes of taste...to see if you liked a particular taste or to see if you wanted to switch things up with a new flavor. Keeping that in mind, I personally would not buy any of the products in this particular Bulu Box. </div>
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Take a look at the site for yourself and determine if the cost is worth it to you personally. For me it isn't. If you decide to try it, use promo code: SWEATPINK to receive 50% off a 3, 6, or 12 month subscription on www.bulubox.com</div>
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The Cabbage Soup Diet, Slimfast, The Hollywood Cookie Diet, HCG and B12 Injections, Diet Shakes, The Atkins Diet, The Military Diet, The Grapefruit Diet, Sugar Busters Diet, The Zone Diet, The South Beach Diet, and Paleo (before it was cool)....just to name a few. So then I got the wild and crazy idea that maybe there's a magic pill out there that works. Something that I could just take and 'poof' the weight would disappear. Of course no one else had discovered this pill; it was just waiting on the right person, me, to find it. So again I scoured the stores and Google for that magic pill. I tried all the pills...the Detox, the Fatburners, the Energy Boosters, the Appetite Suppressants, the Slimming Pills. Tried several that gave me the jitters; that made me feel like I was about to have a heart attack. Still nothing worked. I even recently found 'Elite FatBurner' through a product review site I'm apart of. </div>
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So for a little while now I've heard and seen the new fitness buzz about the benefits of Matcha Green Tea...and it has me wondering about what exactly this magical green dust does and is it really healthy or is it a hoax? Admittedly, I had to Google how exactly to correctly pronounce "Matcha"...it is as it looks Mat-cha or it can also be known as Mac-ca.<br />
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Matcha (抹茶?, pronounced [mat.tɕa][n 1]) is finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea. It's special in two aspects of farming and processing: The green tea plants for matcha are shade-grown for about three weeks before harvest, and the stems and veins are removed in processing.The traditional Japanese tea ceremony centers on the preparation, serving, and drinking of matcha. In modern times, matcha has also come to be used to flavour and dye foods such as mochi and soba noodles, green tea ice cream and a variety of wagashi (Japanese confectionery). The former is often referred to as ceremonial-grade matcha, meaning that the matcha powder is good enough for tea ceremony. The latter is referred to as culinary-grade matcha. However, there is no standard industry definition or requirements for either. Different matcha manufacturers might provide their own definitions.Blends of matcha are given poetic names called chamei ("tea names") either by the producing plantation, shop or creator of the blend, or by the grand master of a particular tea tradition. When a blend is named by the grand master of a tea ceremony lineage, it becomes known as the master's konomi, or favoured blend.(For the full write up https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matcha)
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Ok, say what?! How does that translate into the Health and Fitness craze? So where should I go to find that out...'Google#2' or better known as Pinterest.
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Ok, Now I get it!
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So I've hopped on the bandwagon! Here's a smoothie recipe and a quick review I did on the magical green stuff from Midori Spring and my new
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If you know me at all, you know I dislike running...well to be honest, I HATE any type of cardio. I don't like the shin splints, heavy constricted breathing, or even the profuse sweating. BUT I still do it because I like pushing my limits; challenging myself to do things that I don't think I'm capable to do. Plus, I know it's good for my heart and lungs...or so I've been told.<br />
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I decided to do my regular 6mile run to try out my new Run Baby Belt. I'm certain the bright orange color helped me from getting hit from the heavy oncoming traffic. Overall, it held up great. Check out my Youtube video for a full review.<br />
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The name is fitting because I was indeed an acclaimed 'fat fat' that has decided to become healthier. Honestly most days I'm still that FatFat Girl with FatFat tendencies; just now I happened to be trapped in a Fit Girl body instead of the other way around. So the Facebook page is geared to those who are like me....LOVE food, HATE exercise and need a bit of motivation and humor along the way.</div>
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Or than again, maybe he was referring to me trying to be Martha Stewart. OK, let me back up. Last weekend, my mother went to an apple farm and brought back bushels and bushels of apples...as in 13 bushels. She started off just giving us one bushel. If you're unfamiliar with how many apples are in a bushel let me educate you.....</div>
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So, yea...ALOT! Then yesterday, she calls to tell me she wants to give me another bushel because she can't eat them all....but somehow I can?! Really, Mom?! Needless to say, everyday this week, I've been Googling how-to's on Apples101 and apple recipes. So far, I've made: Apple Crisp, Applesauce, Apple Juice, Apple Cider, Kale & Apple Smoothies and Apple Chips. Tomorrow I think Apple Pancakes will be on the menu. With all of this fiber....well....Anyways, I think I've also kind of out done myself tonight with learning how to preserve/can the Applesauce and Apple Pie Filling. So, Yep, feeling like Martha Stewart.</div>
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Now keep in mind even with both of these 'new ventures', I still have my mommy, wife and daughter duties plus my non-profit <a href="http://www.princessfairygodmother.org/" target="_blank">www.princessfairygodmother.org</a>. So if I've been a little 'out of pocket' lately, please forgive me....But don't worry</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13990528901753622279noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-484116222766370345.post-12205613037394406472014-09-28T21:45:00.001-07:002014-09-28T21:45:57.840-07:00Insomnia<p dir="ltr">Insomnia is kind of like torture, because as the rest of the world is fast asleep, you're up all alone with your mind just buzzing with a million random thoughts...like: what am I gonna have for breakfast?  Wow, does that make me a fat fat that I'm thinking about breakfast right now? Where did the term fat fat even come from? Pancakes would be good...no waffles. Waffle House waffles specifically. Wait I can't have that on this no carb diet. Dang it. Yep I'm definitely a fat fat. Maybe I could make waffles with my protein powder. Ok no, just thinking about that is gross. Wouldn't have time anyways, daughter's dentist appointment in the morning. She's seeing an associate dentist; her regular one is out of the country on a family emergency according to the receptionist. I wonder what kind of family emergency. Did the receptionist tell me how long she'd be gone? I don't remember. Wow why can't I remember that? Probably because I was thinking about that breakfast restaurant that's across the street from their office. All organic and yummy. Ok seriously? ! Thinking about food again?! I need to make sure my daughter eats before the dentist appointment. And then immediately brushes and flosses. Please don't let me look like the bad mom with the child that has a hundred cavities. I'm sure she's fine right?! Maybe I should check right now. No crazy, she's asleep. It's just me that awake. Why am I awake anyway? Probably the midday nap. Not a good idea. I have an early morning, I HAVE to go to sleep! Please Lord, help! Ok. Closing eyes now. Sleep. Sleep......Nope not working. Ugh! </p>
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<p dir="ltr">In life, and in mine specifically,  there are always ups and downs...within every happiness there's heartache...it's inevitable. So the thing that I've learned and want to advise you of is:</p>
<p dir="ltr">Sometimes it is too late for feeling disappointments, regret, and even apologies for the past...but take heart...It's never too late to start over, to reinvent yourself and to build the happily ever after you've always dreamed of.  </p>
<p dir="ltr">I know it's pretty simple and cliché,  but 100% on target. I thank God for both the happiness and heartache thus far and will continue to look forward to and enjoy the roller coaster ride that is my life. </p>
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