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Pumped up kicks.

Katie — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 04:43:46 +0000

Every runner understands the agony of seeing a beautiful wall of running shoes only to realize your favorite model is the puke colored shoe hiding in the upper left corner. More often then not, Mizuno does NOT come through with the inspires. They are great running shoes, but nothing stylish. When I saw this black model I nearly jumped out of my old shoes with excitement…they are even prettier in person. I am convinced they ordered a new designer.

12/22

Katie — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:38:13 +0000

This is a simple pyramid workout. The exercises are basic and straightforward. Take about a 15-30″ break in between sets, not much longer, it is supposed to be aerobic.

You should repeat the pyramid until you lose feeling in your arms, this is indication that you have succeeded!

Set one: 15 pushups, 15 squat jumps, 30′ plank

Set two: 20 pushups, 20 squat jumps, 1′ plank

Set Three: 25 pushups, 25 squat jumps, 1’30″ plank

Set Four: 20 pushups, 20 squat jumps, 1′ plank

Set Five: 15 pushups, 15 squat jumps, 30″ plank

The Bra of Champions

Katie — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 04:25:30 +0000

This sports bra is very affordable and comes in lots of cute colors. Yet another confirmation that Target > Walmart.

One

Katie — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 03:09:30 +0000

Mariah Carey is to your workout like Lebron was to Cleveland…The last glimmer of hope, tis’ why I placed her at the end.

Workout- J. Cole

Your love – Nicki Minaj Ft. Chris Brown

Princess of China – Coldplay Ft. Rihanna

Ghetto Gospel – Tupac

Motivation – Kelly Rowland <–cuz she’s my girl.

Without You – Usher

All I Want For Christmas is You – Mariah Carey

Can you hear me now?

Katie — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:57:57 +0000

These headphones are sweat resistant, have a microphone, and fit nicely. What else could you need?

Lulu me crazy

Katie — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:55:06 +0000

Everything about this jacket is amaazing. Wear it running, walking, to the mall…even your thumbs will thank you.

Love at first spandex.

Katie — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:51:20 +0000

If these shorts don’t change your life, they will most definitely change your workout.

Chocolate covered everything.

Katie — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:00:38 +0000

Two words. Chocolate bark. It is literally the most ingenious creation ever. You simply melt large amounts of chocolate and then pour whatever delicious nuts and dried fruit into the abyss of chocolate. The only crucial part is remembering to pour the ever-so-savory sea salt on top. Clearly the hardest part is waiting for it to harden. Lucky for you (and me), expediting the process is possible! Just stuff the cookie tray in the freezer for 20ish minutes and taa daa. You now have chocolate covered amazingness.

Here are the exact directions for my personal favorite bark concoction:

Two bags of dark chocolate chips, chopped almonds and hazelnuts, raisins, and dried cherrys.

Prepare a cookie tray by covering it with aluminum foil and wrapping it around the edges.

Now, double boil the chocolate. Once the chocolate is melted pour it onto the cookie sheet and add the toppings. Finally, add sprinklings of sea salt. Enjoy.

Christmas time of fear?

Katie — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:16:49 +0000

Ahh yes. It’s that Christmas time of year. Smells of gingerbread waft through the air. Full piece waffle henleys are so cuddly, soft, and dare I say stretchy? Just two weeks after tuning into the Victoria’s secret fashion show and vowing to never eat a morsel of chocolate again; we find ourselves somewhat less motivated to eat from the ever-so-tempting spinach salad bowl.

Females can finally understand what the Dream was talking as he sang about his inability to keep his “hand out of the Cookie Jar”

On a more serious note. Here are some suggestions of how to avoid the crisco container and bottomless cookie jar:

1.) Yogacize, jog, or move your body in some way shape or form before embarking on any baking endeavors.

2.) Before eating any sugar, down some chlorella with your lemon water. Chlorella has natural detoxing agents. Your body will thank you.

3.) Play some relaxing holiday music, lucky for you Jbiebs just released a fabulously obnoxious Christmas album. This music will truly create ringing in your ears.

4.) If you are feeling extra healthy you should definitely substitute butter with coconut oil, your arteries will be smiling inside.

Katie

Hey Yoga Girl

Katie — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 02:30:41 +0000

These guys are kinda legit. This video is fabulous in it’s mockery of the superficial aspects of yoga. I fear that popular culture is turning yoga into the opposite of it’s intended use. As the popularity of yoga increases, so do the various techniques and philosophies.

A few months ago I found myself in crow pose with “Not Afraid” by Eminem being blasted into the surround sound speakers. As beads of sweat dripped down my sports bra, I felt like I was trapped in a scene from a rap video. This vision shattered all hopes of quieting my mind as Eminem’s angry voice relentlessly cursed at me through the speakers.

I am in full support of the widespread growth of yoga practices, however I think its important that we not lose sight of it’s origins.

Katie