update

I know my blog has become soo boring.

 I promise I'll start updating regularly again... 

..... when the semester is over.

I'm almost there! 

3 weeks!

But for now.... heres a quick update on what I've been doing lately

Trying on shoes at the Nordy's Half Yearly sale

Making yummy cookies for Sunday dessert

1st time at Firehouse Subs

An overcrowded, unimpressed trip to H&M

The. Best. Album. Ever. 

Enormous tree that blocked off the entire street

First snow fall of the season. Yuck. 

10 things

1. I'm exhausted. All. The. Time.

2. I'm craving Europe. I need to go now.

3. I'm so so so excited for Thanksgiving break.

4. My birthday is soon! 22? Wow I'm getting old.

5. I want a faux fur vest

6. Power pump this morning kick my trash- like hard core.

7. School is crazy busy right now. Hence the no blogging

8. I just registered for my last semester of school. so weird.

9. I love reading my scriptures with Willie. He teaches me something new every time.

10. I want to listen to Christmas music, but I'm holding off till Thanksgiving.

carmel apple date night

On Halloween night we had a triple date at my house making carmel apples, watching a scary movie, & eating the left over trick or treater's candy. It was a good time, with good people.

halloween weekend

After some major convincing on my part to dress up for halloween, Willie finally agreed. But then the whole dilemma of what we were going to be was an issue. Soooo after multiple ideas and not agreeing on anything... we decided to be Goose & Maverick from Top Gun. (I caved). He was pretty stoked on the idea, so I was happy too. And I have to admit I was excited about how it turned out. We had a blast at the Trussell's who threw a little halloween party for all of Willie's high school buddies. We ate yummy treats, played some fun games, and just talked all night.

life lately via iphone

1. Overdosed on diet coke this weekend

2. Running on a perfect fall morning

3. My UVU day planner that holds my life

4. Pretty mountains with pretty fall colors

5. Willie's little brother came home from his mission

6. Sugared mason jars are the best

7. Sharing snacks with my nephew (who is 1 today!!)

Life is good.

work it out

This past winter I really got into my body pump classes at the gym. Before, I was always so intimidated to go to classes by myself (I'm a baby) so I would just do my classic run for hours on the treadmill & abs afterward. I was totally doing my body a disfavor. I wasn't shocking my body with new workouts, which didn't help me tone up at all. I finally bit the bullet and decided to go to a class. Um what the heck was I scared of?? I absolutely loved it and now I'm OBSESSED! There are people of all fitness levels and body types. Plus if you go enough, you start to make friends with the regulars! Now because of these classes, I know a lot of weight training and muscle building exercises that I can do on my own. Weight training 2-3x a week is so beneficial to your workouts and can definitely help you lose those last few extra pounds!

This is a total-body workout that I do on those days I don't want to go to a class or don't have time. It only requires one piece of equipment too- dumbbells!

healthy breakfasts

Eating breakfast is SOO important. I know way too many people who don't eat breakfast & I try to convince them how unhealthy it is to skip. I ALWAYS eat breakfast. I'm one of those people who can't function throughout the day without it. I usually eat the same thing for breakfast. I know how many calories I'm consuming and its super quick & easy to make (toasted whole wheat english muffin + natural peanut butter). But I'm starting to get bored. Every now & then I'll switch it out with some oatmeal or eggs, but even then that doesn't excite me. I found on Pinterest some HEALTHY breakfasts that only take 10 minutes at the most! Score! Plus the blog shares why eating breakfast is so crucial to managing a healthy weight.

1. HEALTHY EATING HABITS – It is well established that people who eat breakfast consume less fat and cholesterol and more vitamins, minerals, and fiber than people who skip breakfast.
2. WEIGHT MANAGEMENT – the National Weight Control Registry reported that people who eat breakfast have an easier time managing their weight than people who skip breakfast.
3. PORTION CONTROL – In general, people who eat breakfast have an easier time controlling their caloric intake throughout the day than those who don’t.
4. REDUCED RISK OF DIABETES – A report by the American Heart Association showed that people who eat breakfast are significantly less likely to develop diabetes than people who skip breakfast.
5. MORE ENERGY – A healthy breakfast can provide your body with the nutrients that you need to stay energized for several hours.
6. FITNESS – It is believed that people who eat breakfast have more energy and therefore may participate in more physical activity than people who skip breakfast.
7. FOCUS – According to the American Dietetic Association, people who eat breakfast have an easier time focusing and are more productive throughout the morning than people who skip breakfast.
8. MEMORY – Eating breakfast improves memory and learning.
9. BETTER MOOD – Skipping breakfast can make you feel grumpy and fatigued throughout the day. Taking just 10 minutes to eat something in the morning can really improve your mood.
10. BE A GOOD ROLE MODEL – Help your children to develop healthy eating habits at an early age by encouraging them to eat breakfast. If they see you eating breakfast, they are more likely to eat breakfast too

Organic flax waffles with warm peanut butter, banana slices, and chopped walnuts and a glass of skim milk

A classic (My Fav): peanut butter and jelly on an English muffin (or toast or mini whole wheat bagel)

Whole wheat toast with scrambled eggs (or egg whites/substitute) with fresh sauteed spinach, provolone cheese, and marinara dipping sauce

Whole wheat toast with 2 hard boiled eggs and a half of a grapefruit

You can see more healthy breakfasts & tips here.