These are a few of my Favorite FITNESS Things!

I have collected a number of running accessories over the last few years. Some are great and some are a waste of money! Whether you are a veteran or just beginning here are a few things I like: 

Supplements, Proteins & Enhancers 

Herbalife: Managing or losing weight I love the Herbalife Formula 1 and sometimes I add a little extra scoop of protein.  There is a line called Herbalife 24 for the athlete or if you are trying to build muscle! 

You know when you look at a picture of yourself and think? Oh man.... when did I get a gut? 

I have used Herbalife since 2012! I have lost Body Fat, inches and been able to keep it off. I take my supplements and formula 1 once a day! Sometimes twice if I'm feeling it! 
Since using Herbalife I am a lot more aware of what I am eating. 
Herbalife is pretty equal in price when it comes to your regular proteins you may buy from the store or nutrition place. However there are 9 Grams of protein per serving on the formula 1 and the protein adds additional giving you about 25 grams! Herbalife has 3g of sugar 0 Cholesterol and 1 g of fat.

Even better there is a 30-day money back guarantee. 
If you are looking for more muscle building, Herbalife may be a better fit for you here are details about Herbalife 24

PLUS the flavors are absolutely fabulous- cookies n' cream, cafe latte, pina colada, berry, vanilla, chocolate, mint, orange (seasonal)! 

The core products are a MUST HAVE: Formula 1, Multivitamin and the Cell Activator.

HERE IS WHERE YOU CAN ORDER 

Herbalife has established a Nutrition Advisory Board (NAB) comprised of leading experts in the fields of nutrition and health who help educate and train our Members -on the principles of nutrition, balanced eating, physical activity and leading a healthy life.



Running Supports

There are a lot of fitness trackers. I have the JAWBONE UP Band and I love it. My favorite part is that it tracks my sleep. There is a sleep reminder alarm- which helps me to go to bed at the same time every night and gently wakes me up when I am in a light sleep cycle. I love tracking my steps and food!
I have the older generation, which isn't that old! (1year) and its significantly cheaper!

Here's where to buy it: ( UP by Jawbone - Medium - Retail Packaging - Blue )

If you don't want to spend a lot of money on the wristbands, Nike+ is a great option. It does great tracking your distance and average speed. There is an app that uses GPS on your phone but I also have this! Nike+ fits inside or on your shoe and will connect to your iPod. 

To prevent chafing and irritation there are a few Must Have Products

 


Injuries are inevitable, but do happen. Learn more about why I love Deep Blue here. 

DoTerra Essential Oils- Where to buy 

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Deep Blue: helps sore muscle and joints. 

Deep Blue essential oil is a blend of wintergreen, camphor, peppermint, blue tansy, German chamomile, helichrysum, and osmanthus.

For Anti-Inflamitory 

A mixture of Deep Blue & Lemongrass is a great anti-inflammatory for achy joints and muscles. 

KT Tape helps during your workout prevent injury! I use this on my knee. I tore my ACL, MCL, meniscus, patella in 2009, and occasionally I get swelling in my joints. I like this because I feel like I am getting additional support without having to wear my Don Joy brace

There are instructions that show you how and where to put the tape strips for various injuries 

GU and Shot Blocks are a MUST when working out and running for a long period of time. These are easy to eat and taste pretty good. 

They last about 45 minutes of extra energy

Compression Socks also help increase the blood flow and allow legs to recover after a hard/long run! It's a must.

I love and live on these products. It's amazing how it can help you and change you for the better. 

Good Luck and be strong, run on!

Day 25: Run your guts out!

In 2009 I completely tore my left ACL, MLC, damaged my LCL, meniscus and patella playing a pickup game of soccer. The damage was so extensive the doctor said there was a chance I wouldn't be able to do everything again- unless I worked hard with Physical Therapy. Lots of pain, and a lot a tears but I was determined. In 2012 I ran 2 marathons and 2 half marathons and other races like 5K and 10Ks here and there. On average I ran 35 to 50 miles a week training (10+ miles a day), sometimes more, plus I did cross training (swimming, biking, insanity, and weight lifting). Running became an addiction. In fact when I played soccer in High School I hated running more than anything. I learned to love running...a lot!

I moved and worked a lot so my running was reduced to almost none. With a short 1 mile jog here and there, I'm now working my way back up and it feels good.

Cool, crisp mornings are perfect for runs. This morning I went for a 6.5 mile run unexpectedly. I just kept going!  I can't say there is a lot of fresh air, because there aren't parks or wide open spaces but I'll take what I can get.

Running Tips

1. Set a personal goal- what do you want to accomplish (time, distance, a race- you choose).
2. Download the Nike+ app. It's free and you can track your runs on your smart phone. I have the Nike+ gadget but it isn't as accurate as the app which uses GPS technology. 
3. Run Everyday (even if its short)
4. Plan your runs- Develop a schedule of what days you will train and how long (time/distance). 
5. Good music is a must! 
6. Eat. Eat healthy food. Just because you are working out doesn't mean you can load up on the cookies. 
7. Eat before you run: fruit, banana, protein shake... get something in your stomach. A car doesn't run on empty and neither should your body
8. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate. Water is good! You should drink more! 
9. Stretch. Enough said, a good stretch after your run is a must. 

Running is the best Anti-depressent. Get up. Get out. If you're looking for a good training schedule, 

Try this one FOR BEGINNERS

This is the Schedule I use. 

I love this schedule because it gives your body good rest, even though you're running everyday. Honestly in my head I feel like I should always be pushing hard. no need. 

I can't wait to get to Arizona and Race again. Evan has committed to a 5K with me. November I am doing the Ragnar Relay  in Las Vegas with some college friends! 

Every girl loves chocolate after a run. Here is an after run treat. 

Healthy Brownies... Really Healthy brownies. I may have eaten the whole pan. Evan made fun of me. I'm fat! but look at the ingredients. I couldn't help myself. 

Ingredients

3 small zucchini (run through the food processor)- 1 1/2 cups

2 eggs

1tsp cinnamon

1T vanilla

1/3 cup honey

1/2 cup dark chocolate morsels 

1T cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda 

run your zucchini through a food processor 

in a mixing bowl add eggs, cinnamon, vanilla, honey, cocoa power and baking soda. stir well

then add in your 1 1/2cups of zucchini

add chocolate chips

pour mixture into a 9x9 baking pan 

bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 35 minutes 

let cool and a few chocolate morsels to the top for fun. 

They are really gooey- 

I took a fork and just ate them out of the pan. 

ENJOY!