Busy week, NuNaturals giveaway & 7 day vegetarian challenge!

Wow, I have’t posted in a couple of days & I feel like there’s going to be a big dump going on right now!
Let me begin by telling you that I finally got an amazing run outside!
I fueled up with this at home:
(Only the energy one, not all of them!)
I had planned on running somewhere between 6-10, wasn’t exactly sure because I hadn’t run long since the 1/2 marathon. It felt so good that I ran 11! BAM! It was a slow & steady 11, but I was outside, enjoying the fresh smell of flowers, the sunshine, other runners, babies in strollers, dogs, my awesome book on my IPod, etc. It was a true runners high I got from that awesome run! That’s why I run! It never feels great until after the 3rd mile, when I get my groove on, that’s why longer runs are the best!
I was a little over dressed & had to push up my sleeves mid run. But, was SO comfortable.

That was me prior to asking Stone to help me out!

Then, I asked & Nemo needed to be part of the fun.

A bit sweaty & happy after my great long beautiful run!
I’ve been participating in a 7 day vegetarian challenge with Jill Fickling-Conyers. Ok, it’s not so hard for me, but does keep me on my toes & I’m loving it!
Here’s a recap of the week I had for the challenge:
The first thing is to be meatless for 7 days! Done!
Day 1: Try a new fruit or vegie. Well, I had frozen pomegranite seeds I found at Costco. I simply ate them frozen & didn’t even defrost them. Have you ever done that? I thought it may be weird, but it was good. Like eating frozen blueberries, why not?!
You should try them. They sell a big bag already ready! So easy & Yum!
Day 2: Have a green smootie! Done!

I added kale to my protein smoothie. I had to floss afterward because I had both chia seeds & kale in my teeth. I’m usually only dealing with chia, but it was great & worth needing the floss!
Day 3: Try a quinoa recipe.
Here’s what we had for lunch yesterday: quinoa salad with tomatoes, cucumbers & basil with lemon. Simple & delicious!
Days 4-7 were simply vegetarian: I got that in no problem.
Truth is I made detox salad for the entire week & had it daily for lunch. I love it! I posted it on Monday ( I think).
Here are some pics of my food from the week:

So, I’ve met the challenge & am up for another week! Woo hoo! The one thing that i”m really struggling with & would like to change in my diet is to get rid of my creamer in my coffee. I LOVE the stuff, but am trying to rid dairy. However, if this is the only thing I have, that’s fine. All in moderation, right!!??
I’m off for a tabata bootcamp video & then to a Lungevity walk with my family. This is in memory of my mom who passed away from lung cancer. The event is so wonderful & I’m thrilled that we’re doing it again this year. It’s the 2nd yr of the event & I’m hoping to make this an annual event with my family. Gotta go!
Have a wonderful day!
I hope there’s a lot of sunshine by you.
What will you do today?
Don’t forget about the NuNaturals giveaway! There’s only 1 day left & the stuff is AMAMZING! Seriously. You don’t want to miss out! The rafflecopter is on the right hand side of the page. Enter NOW! :).

Esprit De She

I found out that I am now an Esprit De She ambassador!!!!!!!  Woo hoo!  Very exciting!  As an ambassador, I am going to run the event in Chicago on July 18.  Check it out here!  It sounds like a lot of fun & a great women’s race.  I’m all about the women’s events.  There’s something about the commraderie between women during a race & it’s so wonderful.  I hope you’ll consider joining me!!!!!!  Why not?

I also got my bright pink envelope from Ellie & had to immediately put on my new gear!

Now, nobody was home to help me take my photos, so please don’t look at the way my body is configured, just take a look at the adorable & comfy clothes!

The capri’s are PERFECT!  They’re not too low, nor too high.  They really feel perfect on my waist!  The top is a bit “sexy” for me.  I don’t usually wear anything low cut to show my clevage, but love the back of this top.  I know that running outside when/if the weather ever gets nice will be so great in this top.

You should hop over to Ellie and check out all the neat workout gear there.  If you click on the image on the right side of the page, you’ll get 20% off.

If you order, let me know what you chose.  I’m curious what everyone else likes.  The fabrics are really soft & they was easily.

I’m off for a nice run on my treadmill  (& a little tabata bootcamp) watching Prison Break.  I’m on season 3.  I just love it & know it’s going to end soon b/c I’ll be outside listening to my audiobooks.

Are you working out today?

I keep teasing you about more giveaways, but trust me, I’m getting them ready to post soon!

Health and Fitness Group Giveaway!!!! (& RunnerBox winner)!

Happy Friday to all!

I have to tell you that I was a little sad yesterday because I had such a rough time running.  I only got 2 miles in.  Some days I just don’t feel it & don’t push it when I’m feeling like that!  I’m hoping to get my mojo back this weekend!  Sometimes, I guess it’s just my body’s way of telling me to take a break, so I try to listen.

Kelly over at Leafynotbeefy has put together this great

In the meantime, I want to tell you about something very exciting that is happening for you right now!  I teamed up with 10 other health and fitness bloggers, led by Kelly at leafynotbeefy,  and we decided to work together to put on a health and fitness themed group giveaway for you all!  It’s March, and I think everyone is itching for Spring.  Well, we can’t do much to hurry along mother nature, but why not enjoy this time between winter and spring with some health and fitness goodies?   With lots of great prizes and friendly blogs to check out, make sure you enter the rafflecopter & go to leafynotbeefy for more information on the following products:

-pair of Elite socks (noncompression)

-3 Tradtivity Bundles

-Skakeology sample bundle

-RunningDiva’s grey running shirt (size M)

-Gold sparkly Headband

-Energybits Sample Pack

-Body by VI 2-week supply of shakes

-Hip Hop Abs

-5k/10k 8-week training plan

-$25 GoSportID giftcard +1 Motivation Pack bands

There’s a rafflecopter giveaway on the upper right side of this blog with all the requirements to enter!  Go do it, what are you waiting for?

AND, the winner of the RunnerBox is:

Don’t forget about the Quenchwear discount.  IF you need a great bathing suit or other wonderful comfortable clothes, don’t forget to use the discount code RUNMOM30 for 30% anything you choose! Enjoy!

I have the best giveaway next week all lined up for you!  Really!  I’m so excited to post …..

What do you have planned for this weekend?

Bathing suit time! Yikes!

I had such a yummy dinner last night & wanted to share it with you!

I started out with my favorite roasted vegies.

I roast the kale salad in the oven with garlic/onion powder, chili powder & paprika: 425 for 20 minutes.

pb date dressing

Then I made this delicious dressing to go on top!

3/4 cup peanut butter

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

2 T Bragg’s Amino Acids

5 Medjool dates

1 clove garlic

1 teaspoon turmeric

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Blended in blender until smooth & put a nice plop into my vegies!

It is seriously delicious!  Simple & delicious!

I wanted to tell you about a line of clothing that I absolutely LOVE & I’m not so sure many of you know about it.  It’s called Quenchwear!

QUENCHWEAR IS ALL ABOUT:
FIT 
Fit on a women’s body
with a thicker waist and curves,
this detail is key to the way the
pieces hang and embrace the body.

STYLE 

Quenchwear is a system of dressing for the modern era. It’s modular dressing that’s made up of interchangeable building block basics.

VERSATILITY 
From relaxing at the pool or spa, working out (gym, tennis, yoga, whatever) working, or a night out, it’s perfect here, there, and everywhere. And it’s the ultimate travel wear!

It’s funny; Quenchwear is described as “modular dressing that’s made up of interchangeable building block basics”.  Do you remember Garanimals?  That’s just like Quenchwear!  It’s simple to mix & match whichever pieces you like.

I was introduced to Quenchwear several years ago by a dear friend who had a party in her home.  When Quenchwear was starting out, it was mostly introduced via “Tupperwear” type parties in people’s homes.  I immediately fell in love with the clothes.  Mostly, the bathing suit.  I immediately bought one.  It has plenty of coverage and support & yet is still stylish.  I love it!  Actually, over the years, I bought other bathing suits, but nothing compared & I continued to wear my Quenchwear suit.  Then, I purchased a 2nd suit, as another style I liked came out.  So, now I have 2 Quenchwear bathing suits.  I’m as comfortable as I can possibly be in a bathing suit.  They’re both tank tops & I have 1 skirt bottom & 1 short bottom.  I absolutely love them both.

I’m letting you know about this company, because I constantly tell people about it, but because it’s only sold online & not in stores, many people aren’t aware of them.

They do much more than swimwear, but that’s what I fell in love about Quenchwear.  The spring is coming & it’s time to start thinking of bathing suits.  So, I contacted the fine ladies at Quenchwear & they were generous enough to offer any of my readers 30% of on any Quenchwear you choose by using the code RUNMOM30 until Friday March 15.  So, if you’re thinking of making a purchase, don’t hesitate.  The 1st pieces I purchased from Quenchwear several years ago are still in great shape & I wear them often.

If I find something I love, I want to share it with you.  I do not work for Quenchwear, they didn’t compensate me in anyway, I just wanted to share this with you & hope you find them to be a quality company, as do I.  They offer a lot more than bathing suits, but it’s so hard for me to find a suit I like, that I am simply so happy to have found a company that can meet my bathing suit needs!

This is all of my Quenchwear.  See my color theme!  Just like Garanimals- :).

Please let me know if you do order & if you love Quenchwear as much as I do!

Don’t forget about the RunnerBox giveaway.  It’s over on Friday, so don’t forget to enter here.  There are great things in the box.  For those of you who are looking forward to trying some new products before purchasing them, here’s your chance.

If you liked my workout gear that I got from Ellie, don’t forget to get yours with the discount here!  It’s time to get ready for spring people!!!!

What are you most looking forward to in spring?

Ellie is in the house & WIAW #4

Have you heard the buzz about Ellie yet?

Well, let me tell you a bit…

It’s All About The Fit

When it comes to the perfect capri or your favorite racerback, we know that it’s all about the fit. When you look good, you feel good, so we design every piece to make sure that when you put it on, you feel amazing. Paying attention to details like seam placement, waistband size and silhouette are what make our pieces perfect. Each piece is designed by women, for women, so it’s made to flatter all body types. Using pop stitching on a tank to imitate a smaller waist, creating side panels on a legging to accentuate a lean shape, or adding style lines on our pants that give that perky butt look that all women crave are just some of the ways we’ve perfected our fit. And with the Trufiit Technology we’ve developed you’ll never have to worry about sizing, all of our pieces run true to size. We use the highest quality fabrics that hold your shape and fit like a glove so they stretch and move with you.

For the perfect piece, it all comes down to this. How you feel in your clothes during your workout can certainly make a big difference. We’ve developed our very own line of high-performing material to make sure that you get the best workout possible.

HOW IT WORKS

Shopping on Ellie comes with options

Take The Style Quiz

Take our short style quiz to let us know your size and style preferences. We’ll tailor your shopping experience and show you the looks you love.

Start Shopping

Each collection has a great combination of tops & bottoms at amazing prices, so shop your heart out.

Enjoy Your Workout In Style

Your pieces usually ship within 5-7 days so you’ll be looking great at the gym really soon!

Become a Member

Become a Fit FashionistaClub member and choose any two pieces each month for only $49.95.

Free Shipping

Free shipping on all orders, no matter how often you order per month.

Priority Access

Pieces sell out fast! Reserve the pieces you want before the collection is released to ensure you get what you want.

Exclusive Events

Get exclusive access to Flash Sales, discounts and other, members-only events.

NO HASSLE GUARANTEE

Don’t like something for any reason?
Return it for something new and get free shippping both ways.

*I must tell you I’m into customer service & the people at Ellie want you to be happy.  You can simply send back without any reason for another piece, no questions asked!  I love that about this company.

Well, I got my first Ellie package & I must tell you that everything they say about the quality & fabric is all true.  The fabric is SO soft!  There are no annoying labels & I feel like I’m in my pj’s.  It all feels so great!

Now’s a great time to get in on Ellie, as their March collection has just come out!  I’m wearing the February collection, as I just placed my order from the March collection.

                                                            (Ha- Nemo likes it too)

Check out the March Collection Here!

If you click on the Ellie link on the right side of this page, you’ll get a 20% discount on your order.  If you do decide to order, please let me know – I want to hear if you loved your new gear!

Of course, It’s Wednesday & I can’t go a Wednesday without letting you know What I ate!

Thanks again Jenn over at PeasandCrayons for the host of WIAW!

It’s always a good start of the day when I have my coffee & So Delicious coconut creamer- it’s really the BEST!

Have you heard of freekeh?  It’s a new grain, roasted green wheat.  It has a nutty flavor & you cook it just like rice/quinoa, etc.  1 part freekeh, 2 parts liquid.  I put a few of my favorite things in with it & it was delicious!  I’ll post recipe another time soon!

Dinner = coconut curry lentil soup & some crackers.  Take a peak at those crackers because you’re going to see them again soon (hint: giveaway)!

I had such a sweet tooth & had to have some more jelly beans.  I’m so glad that I finished them because there are no more for me to have!  I also had some cacoa nibs.  I love those things.  I started eating them because I had low iron & got hooked.  They’re so good, I just eat them by the handful.  Although, you can certainly stir into yogurt or anything else to give a little sweetness/crunch.

Don’t forget about the RunnerBox giveaway here!  It’s going on until Friday.

I am very excited about a few more offers/giveaways I’m working on for you!  Hold tight & keep reading so you can keep abreast of what’s to come!

What do you look for in your workout wear?

WIAW #2

Here we go again, I’ve linked up with the fine folks at Peas & Crayons for their WIAW.  I love seeing what other people eat, so I  hope you do too!

2 egg omlet with kale & arugula with nutritional yeast & hot sauce-YUM!

Here’s what I had for breakfast!  I had time to have this, which was rare, but such a delicious treat!  Honestly!  Had coffee too, just forgot to take a picture.  Of course the coffee was with So Delicious french vanilla coconut milk creamer (now that cocout is not poison for me)!

Typically I have a little snack, but had such a hectic morning- no snack for me! 😦   I did drink lots of water & green tea, which kept me going.  Not a very good example, but it was one of those days!

Delicious pumpkin/squash black bean chili, the apple is a recycled picture.

I’ll be eating this all week.  Doesn’t even need any seasoning tweeking, it’s so good!

Again, was in a rush for my afternoon snack, so I simply had some dried mangos from Trader Joes to keep me going!  They’re a great little treat snack.

salmon & roasted brussels sprouts

We love fish at our house, it’s quick, good & easy!  And, all of us eat it!  Nothing beats that!

Was definitly a glass of wine kinda night, as it was a very stressful day!  Love my red wine!

Surprisingly enough, no dessert for me!  I usually have a little something after dinner, but the wine did it tonight.

I told you a while ago that I would tell you about the push up app I use.

It’s called 100 Push Ups.  I love it!  You take a simple fitness test to get you started & then it sets up a routine for you from there.  You eventually work your way up to doing 100 push ups in a day!  The push ups aren’t 100 constant, you get breaks in between.  I typically take 30 seconds between sets.  Right now, I’m on 88 push ups for the day.  I’ve done this program over several times & just love it.  It’s truly amazing how quickly you progress!  I’m definitely an instant gratification kind of gal, so this is perfect for me.  It’s also only .99, that’s hard to beat!

The folks over at Ellie have new designs that are made for just the way you like them.  The website takes you through a serious of questions about your workout style & selects workout gear just for you.  I’m excited to get my first Ellie shipment very soon.  They have a program that you can sign up to receive monthly shipments or simply order for 1 month & see if you like it.  The company is dedicated to making every customer happy, so you can return anything if you just don’t like it, no questions asked!  Check out the website & the great 20% discount on the side of this page.  It’s certainly worth a shot!  I’ll be sure to let you know what I get when my shipment arrives!

Do you love any apps that you use often?

What’s  on your menu for today?