• Tues 01/01 - Happy New Year!
  - Miley Cyrus Ab Workout
  - Bikini Blaster 6: Booty Booty Booty
  - POP Pilates wall workout
  - Bikini Blaster I: HIIT it Hard!
• Wed 01/02 - Cardio CRAZY
  - Fat Burning Cardio Warmup
  —— a. Quiet Cardio
  —— b. Apt. Friendly Cardio
  —— c. Gangnam Style Cardio
  —— d. Lolo Legs
  - Repeat a - d
• Thur 01/03 - Full Body Focus
  - POP Pilates Total Body Sculpt
  - POP Pilates Bikini Body 1
  - POP Pilates Bikini Body 2
  - Saddlebag Shaver
  - Tricep Toner
  - ~*NEW VIDEO*~
• Fri 01/04 - Cardio CRAZY
  - Fat Burning Cardio Warmup
  —— a. 20/20 workout
  —— b. POP Kicks so you want nice legs
  —— c. POP Kicks Total Body Cardio
  —— d. POP Cardio Fat Melting Routine
  - Repeat a - d
• Sat 01/05 - Your Choice
  - Repeat one Cardio Crazy
  ——— OR ———
  - Sweat Sexy Treadmill Workout

Notes: I’m using the September calendar from Blogilates and customizing it with my own workout versions/specifics.  Thinking about throwing in 30 Day Shred, but with school, it’s hard to get a basic short video in, let alone a bunch of videos. :\

SUNDAY: REST
Rest

MONDAY: CORE
- 2 sets 25 pilates criss-crosses
- New video
- MUFFIN TOP/LOVE HANDLES EXTERMINATOR 

TUESDAY: LOWER
- 2 sets 10 pushups + 10 situps
- SLIMMER INNER THIGHS/RUNNER’S CALVES WORKOUT

WEDNESDAY: HIIT
- 5 sets of 20 mini-squat pulses 
- FOOD BABY HIIT

THURSDAY: UPPER
- 20 single leg jack knives
- new video
- ARM ATTACK 

FRIDAY: CORE
- 2 sets of 20 half cobra pushups
- ABOMINABLE ABDOMINALS 

SATURDAY: CARDIO
- 2 sets 15 double leg lifts
- 1hr cardio: HEART THROBBER WORKOUT & FAT MELTING ROUTINE (<- 16 minutes) & tba

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carlovely:

UNREAL - candy “unjunked”

your favorite candy without all the junk that’s bad for you (and a lot less sugar). 

this is pretty cool- i wonder how they taste. has anyone tried any yet?

piecesinprogress:

College Snacking 101

These are all my go to snacks during the semester. Of course these are also great for at home, at work, or any other time, they’re mostly things that have helped me for the different situations that pop up while at college. There’s plenty more and you can find out what your University offers but these are all things easy to keep around in your dorm room to grab and go with!

For more ways to stay healthy in college go here:

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We all want a nice butt to make our skinny jeans look good.  Try out this butt workout to tighten, tone and lift your butt!

20 Squats

20 Plie Squats

20 Donkey Kicks per side

20 Fire Hydrants per side

20 Circling Donkey Kick per side

30 Alternating Split Jumps

30 Alternating Sliders

30 Hips Lifts

20 Lunges Kicks per side

Do this 3x through for an awesome butt workout!  I know your buns will be burning by the end of this

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healthysexyhappy:

Knock out your fiber needs with cholesterol-lowering oatmeal! Just one serving of oatmeal (1/2 cup dry) has 2 grams of soluble fiber. According to the Mayo Clinic, 10 grams or more of soluble fiber daily decreases your total and LDL (bad) cholesterol. We’ve got tasty ways to get your day started right by enjoying high-fiber oatmeal. For each bowl, start with 1/2 cup of instant or dry oatmeal. Cook according to package directions, then add our delicious themed toppings.

• Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

You’ll definitely love the pumpkin flavor in this sweet bowl of oatmeal.

Ingredients:
* 2 tablespoons fat-free vanilla yogurt
* 1 tablespoon pumpkin butter
* 1/8 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Nutrition: 137 cal., 2 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 0 mg chol., 44 mg sodium, 27 g carb., 2 g fiber, 4 g pro.

• Cheesy Hash Brown Oatmeal

This recipe is a staff favorite! The oats blend right in with the hash browns for a south-of-the-border taste.

Ingredients:
* 1/4 cup cooked hash brown potatoes
* 2 tablespoons shredded Monterey Jack cheese
* 1 tablespoon salsa

Nutrition: 244 cal., 11 g total fat (4 g sat. fat), 13 mg chol., 310 mg sodium, 29 g carb., 3 g fiber, 8 g pro.

• Tropical Coconut Oatmeal 

Get whisked away to the tropics with a bet-you-never-tried-it combo of flavors in this oatmeal.

Ingredients:
* 1 tablespoon macadamia nuts, chopped
* 2 tablespoons toasted, shredded coconut
* 2 tablespoons dried pineapple

Nutrition: 262 cal., 13 g total fat (6 g sat. fat), 0 mg chol., 54 mg sodium, 34 g carb., 4 g fiber, 5 g pro.

• Hot Cocoa Oatmeal 

Think hot cocoa mix only goes a mug? We’ve re-envisioned it as an oatmeal topper.

Ingredients:
* 1 tablespoon instant hot cocoa mix
* 2 tablespoons mini marshmallows

Nutrition: 221 cal., 3 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 0 mg chol., 156 mg sodium, 44 g carb., 3 g fiber, 5 g pro.

• Bacon & Salsa Oatmeal

This oatmeal recipe proves that you can still enjoy bacon on a heart-healthy diet if you eat it in moderation.

Ingredients:
* 1 strip chopped, cooked bacon
* 2 tablespoons reduced-fat cheddar cheese
* 2 tablespoons diced tomato
* 1 tablespoon sliced green onion

Nutrition: 172 cal., 8 g total fat (3 g sat. fat), 17 mg chol., 295 mg sodium, 16 g carb., 2 g fiber, 10 g pro.

• Blueberry Nut Oatmeal 

No pancakes here! Transition traditional flapjacktoppers into oatmeal flavor-boosters.
Ingredients:
* 1/4 cup blueberries
* 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
* 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Nutrition: 204 cal., 7 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 0 mg chol., 7 mg sodium, 34 g carb., 3 g fiber, 4 g pro.

• Apple Crisp Oatmeal 

Crisp apples, granola, and almonds put bite in your oatmeal bowl.

Ingredients:
* 1/2 cup chopped apple
* 2 tablespoons low-fat granola
* 1 tablespoon chopped almonds
* 1/8 teaspoon apple pie spice

Nutrition: 200 cal., 6 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 0 mg chol., 40 mg sodium, 34 g carb., 5 g fiber, 6 g pro.

• Peanut Butter Cup Oatmeal

A dab of peanut butter and a sprinkle of chocolate chips are all you need to jazz up your oatmeal.

Ingredients:
* 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
* 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips

Nutrition: 257 cal., 14 g total fat (5 g sat. fat), 0 mg chol., 78 mg sodium, 27 g carb., 3 g fiber, 8 g pro.

• Turtle Sundae Oatmeal 

Pure indulgence, this sweet treat hardly seems like another boring oatmeal breakfast.

Ingredients:
* 1/4 cup fat-free whipped dessert topping
* 2 tablespoons pecans
* 1 tablespoon sugar-free caramel dessert topping

Nutrition: 252 cal., 12 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 0 mg chol., 45 mg sodium, 34 g carb., 3 g fiber, 4 g pro.

• Trail Mix Oatmeal

Bring trail mix to your breakfast table by tossing the grab-and-go bits on your oatmeal.

Ingredients:
* 2 tablespoons mix dried fruit bits
* 2 tablespoons dry-roasted mixed nuts
* 1 tablespoon flaxseed

Nutrition: 276 cal., 14 g total fat (2 g sat. fat), 0 mg chol., 18 mg sodium, 33 g carb., 6 g fiber, 8 g pro. Can’t get enough oats? Read on for even morerecipes that use this heart-smart whole grain.

fitspiretogreatness:

Shopping on a Budget: 

One popular excuse for unhealthy eating is the argument that fresh produce and healthier options are more expensive. With this post, I will disprove that theory, and show you how you can shop confidently, even on a tight budget!

I apologize for the bad cell phone shot. but what you see here is $17.63 worth of groceries. The items I purchased are as follows:  

1.5lbs chicken breast ($3.12)
1 crown of broccoli ($.41)
1 Haas avocado ($.99)
1/2 lb snow peas ($2.63)
1 large red bell pepper ($1.00)
Shredded carrots ($1.39)
Corn tortillas ($.99)
6 plum tomatoes ($1.64)
1lb strawberries ($1.79)
2 jars of Kikoman stirfry sauce ($3 // 2/$4, with a $1 off coupon)
1 can kidney beans ($.67)
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Grand total: $17.63 

I did not have my coupons today (left them at work). Usually I have more amazing hauls, but today I paid full price for everything, minus two items.    I have enough food here to feed me til Friday, and for just pennies on the dollar! Here are some of the big tips I have to offer you:

1. Check your local newspaper for weekly sales:  Every Sunday is usually the starting day for sales at your local stores. Scope out the newspapers they send out, and map out your meals for the following week on a pad of paper.
   Benefit: It gives you a chance to brainstorm recipes, check out nutritional information, and is less stress for you to wonder “what should I eat today?” You already know!
   
   
2. Create your list before you go out, and budget: Before I go out, I always have a clear-cut list in front of me. I organize it into a variety of different groups: dairy, produce, rice and pasta, snacks, ect. This way, when I’m in the store, I know exactly what aisles to go down to, and can avoid wasting any time trying to decipher my list. I also always try to estimate how much money each item will cost. I go into the store with that set amount of cash. I tend to overestimate the cost, just so I can plan ahead for any last minute purchases, or just in case something is more expensive than I thought. 
   
   Benefit:  You only go into the store with that set amount of cash in your pocket, or that amount of credit to spend. This way, you aren’t tempted to overspend on items you don’t need.
   
   
3. Coupon and check labels: Try to match up coupons with items within the store that are on sale.  Also, make sure you are checking labels. Is the generic cheaper, even with a coupon? If so, go that route. Also, ever see these stickers on store shelves?
   
   Check the price per lb/gallon/ect sticker (the orange part). If that number is lower than the  price you’re comparing it to, you’re getting the better deal by buying that item!
   
   
4. Always buy in “bulk”/avoid convenience cuts: If you buy an item in bulk, you pay less money, plain and simple. When it comes to meats; eg, chicken; buy it in a value pack. For around $10, you can get several pounds of meat! If you’re afraid of it spoiling before you eat it, freeze some for later use. Meat in the freezer can last several months. Also, avoid buying what I call “convenience cuts”. I’ve often found that chicken tenderloins are far more expensive (Today was $3.99 a lb, and there was around .90lbs in each package!) than their counterparts that are not already pre-cut for you. The chicken breasts that I bought today were $1.99 a lb, and I got 1 1/2lbs of meat. Just a few extra minutes of work, but I saved $2.00 a lb!

I hope these easy and simple tips on how to save money at the grocery store help! Happy shopping!

thecynicsguidetothegalaxy:

Eating healthfully isn’t really more expensive, it just takes more time and planning.

I really would like to go grocery shopping now.

leanmeanworkoutmachine:

And now you know.

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