St. Patrick's Day Nail Design 2020

Break out the green and grab a pint of Guinness because it's St. Patrick's Day! I'm only Irish by marriage (lol) but let's commemorate this day anyway, right? 

Hello March! Monthly Check-In

New month, new goals! But first, let's check-in:

Weight
Highest Weight: 166 lbs
Current Weight: 157.4 lbs
Goal Weight: 130 lbs

Measurements*
Right Arm: Will start this in April.
Left Arm: Will start this in April.
Bust/Chest: Will start this in April.
Waist: Will start this in April.
Hips: Will start this in April.
Right Thigh: Will start this in April.
Left Thigh: Will start this in April.

BMI**: 28.7

Frustrated. But recalibrating.

The frustration is real. I've been on this journey for how long? I started this blog on November 2, 2019 so I guess I hit 16 weeks already. And I have to say, I'm disappointed. And frustrated. And all those feelings that go along with when you set a goal for yourself and don't reach it. 

So we all remember I started here, right? 166 pounds.

The Five "Musts" During the Color Run (or any fun race)

My sister and I ran our first Color Run wayyy back in 2013 and I can still remember the excitement and fun we had during the race.

A New Addition to the Workout Regimen

I am super excited because we decided to go ahead and purchase our very own Peloton Bike. After taking the class with my sister in NYC (and me talking about how much fun it was and how great a workout it was) my wants-to-lose-weight husband began to agree that we needed a bike in our lives. We weighed the options of getting a cheaper bike and just using the Peloton App to access the classes but there was something about being able to match the cadence and resistance perfectly with what the instructors called out that made us prefer the actual Peloton Bike. We also were notified that Peloton was running a special deal where you would get a pair of shoes, weights, earbuds, and the mat for free with purchase. A $200some value?? Done deal! We ordered the bike on a Monday and I think it was here within 3 days. I wasn't here when they actually delivered the bike so I don't know how the deliver experience was but it seemed to go fine and we were able to start using our bike immediately. So, my new plan is going to be to try and ride the bike 30 minutes or more five times per week.

5 Things To Do In Vegas That Aren't Gambling

 

There is so much to do in Las Vegas that there is something for everyone even if you are traveling with couples, friends, bachelors/bachelorettes, kids, newlyweds, or families. Today I'm sharing 5 things to do in Las Vegas that are not gambling. 

My First Tough Mudder Experience

Although completing a marathon is on my ultimate bucket list, I was so excited to have checked off another "fun" run. I did a few color runs with my sister years ago so this was the first race I participated in in a while. But it was so much fun!

New Year New Progress

Happy New Year everyone! Progressing into a new year is always a good opportunity to wipe the slate clean, start over where you want, make changes where you need, and otherwise just get a fresh start. I usually end up making some kind of "new year, new me" whimsical promise to myself -- which is broken pretty much by the end of the first week of January. So this year I am making very specific and concrete intentions that I can achieve. Unfortunately, I'm starting this year off with a bang--I'm currently sick with either the flu or a really bad head cold--so I probably won't actually start this list until I am feeling better. Above all I think my 2020 intention is to just to be more mindful with my body. Slowing down when I need to, listening to my body when it's trying to tell me something, and pushing it out of its comfort zones when I can. For now, it needs rest, water, and chicken soup. But hopefully I'll be well again real soon because I am so ready to start crushing these intentions, making SO much progress, and becoming my best self in 2020. What are your goals for 2020?

Switzerland: Packing Guide for Springtime

Before traveling to Switzerland, I scoured the internet to find blogs and listicles to decide what I wanted to pack for our anniversary trip to the mountainous and majestic country. If you want to see how I packed two weeks of diverse outfits into my 55 liter backpack, continue reading!

Check-In #1: My Starting Point

What is my starting point? It's this. (Excuse the band-aids. I had blood drawn and got a shot this morning!)

Recap: Peloton Class in NYC Studio

It's always good to do something new and push yourself out of your comfort zone, right? I think so, particularly when it comes to fitness.  Recently my sister and I took a day trip to New York to take a spin class at the Peloton studio in Manhattan. 

Photo credit here.

If you don't know what Peloton is just google it real quick. It's a fitness company that is taking the world by storm. Originally it was just a bike but it has grown to a bike, numerous classes, and a treadmill. My sister has had a peloton bike for about a year and she raves about the workout. It's fun, entertaining, and -- above all -- challenging. So when she asked if I would go with her to NYC for a class at the studio of course I said yes. What can I say, I'm a sucker for new experiences!

 So I guess let's jump in. Here's a recap of the Peloton ride!