We Can Wednesday!!

It's We Can Wednesday!! I know I haven't posted much lately and I apologize. School is crazy lately and I'm not sure when it's going to die down. We had snow day number 11 last week........................let me let that sink in. We have 2 days scheduled to make up, but that means we still owe 5 more. (4 are built into our schedule) So as of right now it's looking like my last day will be June 23rd. WTF?!?!?

Anyway, good thing about snow days are that I get to go to the gym. So last week I actually went 3 days total, including Sunday. Sad to say one of those days SUCKED! I took sleeping pills the night before so I could sleep when Mike came home from work. And I did, but sometimes those sleeping pills don't get out of my system. So, I was draggin ass the entire workout.

Plus, Mike has started running on the eliptical again, which means I run with him. And don't get me wrong, it's only 25 minutes, but I HATE CARDIO! I don't know what's up with me but I have a breathing problem. Whenever I start running I lose my breath. Like within 2 minutes. And on this day, when I was feeling chest heavy anyway, LIFE SUCKED!!

Either way, I'm happy to go and I'm glad I got a workout in. I guess any workout is better than no workout.

Let me know how you did!! Head here or here and link up for We Can Wednesday!!

We can Wednesday...and a winner!!

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I'm cohosting We Can Wednesday this week. I love this linkup because it holds me accountable. Even though I have done absolutely nothing lately. Opps. Lie! I worked out Monday!!! And then had a celebratory drank on the way home. You may have seen on Instagram. Oh! And I sneaked a pic on my hubby, too. haha. He wasn't impressed.

Truth is I'm totally bummed about not working out. It was GORGEOUS yesterday and I was totally going to go for a run, but I have another excuse. It's Maryland State Testing week. Which means I'm exhausted!!! And it sucks because I would love to spend my entire day outside in this weather!! However, since we're running on a 2 hour delay schedule, that means I have to proctor the test for the first 2 hours of school, and then teach 7 classes after that. It's exhausting. But hopefully today is the last day and we will be back to normal by tomorrow. 

But, here is my promise to you. As soon as school is over...yes, school...I'm getting back in that gym. I miss it so much, but I drive about 80 miles a day and the gym is probably another 15 miles away so....I just don't have enough gas money. But when I work summer school, the gym is literally a half mile down the street so I'll be going there at least 5 days a week!!

And I am making another promise. I'm going to start running again. As long as the weather is decent I'm going to try to suck it up most nights and run. Even if it's only a mile a night. That's more than nothing!! And plus, Kelsey is doing this 30 miles in 30 days and I'm totally trying to link up for that 'ish.

OK, now it's your turn. Come on and link up!!

Ahhh...push it!!

It's We Can Wednesday chicks!!

So I made it to the gym 3 times in the last 4 days!! So proud of myself! I did those body squats for about 75!! Whoop! I did not however do it straight. I took a few second breaks in between. Actually, I was doing legs and biceps, I know weird...but I'm really trying to work on my arms. More about that in a little. Anyway...so in between sets of curls I threw in about 15 or 20 as my break!! I'm the shit! Except for the fact that I can't move today. And I would really only be the shit when I can do 500 like the shady dude from last post. But that's beside the point.......haha.

About the arms..So I could honestly care less about perking up my legs. Plus, if I keep hitting up these body squats that will NOT be a problem....but I'm tryin to get this Flex Friday ish under control!! I have been strong my whole life. When I was a cheerleader in high school I weighed 100lbs but was always a  base. But....I've never had biceps and I want those beetches!! So, we're working on it. I always throw a little curl or something in every time I'm there.

Now I'm kinda pissed, though, because I had a set of 5 pounders in the cart last weekend when I went shopping and I thought to myself....what the hail is 5lb dumbbells gonna do for me?? Well, certainly more than 0lb dumbbells, which is what I have at the moment. So..until then I guess I'll be using that gallon water jug filled up. lol. Hey at least I can stay hydrated while I'm pumping iron....eerr water...

I guess I can make a tip for this week! Although I do... don't let lack of equipment stop you!! Be resourceful! Save those gallon jugs of milk or vodka fill em up with water and PUMP!!

Haha..and while I was looking for a pic for this I found a milk jug workout on Bodybuilding.com!!!! This is just a screen shot so the links don't connect to anything, but go to the website to see all the workouts!! DO IT!!

We Can Wednesday!

So I'm not even going to mention my goals this week...one word...fail!! Life goes on!! Hey I went to the gym!! once....

Anywhooooooooo...while I was at the gym that one day I "came up with" a great leg workout!! And you can do it in our pj's!!! Which we all know is my goal in life. :)

You see, when I work out with Mike I die. And by the time we were going into our 5th chest exercise I was done. D.O.N.E. done. I always push myself hardest with him, which is good...but I should probably learn to pace myself. So, when he went on to exercise number 6 I had had enough so I decided to work it leg style instead!!

I have seen some people do these before and I couldn't even tell you where, but I thought I would give it a try. What can a little extra leg workout hurt??

I think they are technically called body weight squats, but all you have to do is drop it low as fast and as many times as you can in a row!! I found this video but it's a little shady...I'll explain after you watch.


First off, this mofo is at a playground in shorty shorts and no shirt getting down on some squats.......................................*crickets*.............................shaaaaady! And the whole flash to him laying in the bed............I can't.
Soooo...I did 30 of these in a row and numero uno I couldn't breathe after. Then....I totally cramped up every time I took a step. haha. Worked the eff out biotches!!! Well, apparently not as worked out as Creeper Steve there, but, I would have done more if Mike wasn't done his workout at that point. I think a few short breaks in between help, too.
So, get on it ladies!! Let me know how many you can do before stopping. And how do you feel afterwards??

We can Wednesday!!

So, this week I'm not doing well at motivation, again........aaaaaaggggggain........but that's ok. I'm sorry. It's honestly just too damn cold. Maybe I can figure out how to get in the swing of things again when it's warm and then maybe next summer will be my summer to be skinny. haha. Pray for no broken bones!! If it wasn't for that stupid foot I'd still be on track. I just need a routine and not one that demands be to work out every single day of the week. And how can you resist doing things like this...

But one thing I am good at is meal prep. Well, at least for lunch and sometimes breakfast. lol. And the way I do it it doesn't take me long at all!! So....I figured I would share some things with you guys and hopefully it can help you, too!!

Breakfast, is so simple. Hard boil some eggs grab 2 every morning and enjoy. I also love me some breakfast wraps. Scramble some eggs, throw in a tiny bit of shredded cheese, some sauteed onions and peppers, turkey sausage if you have it, wrap it up. Wrap it in saran wrap or foil. Freeze. Grab one whenever you need it and throw it in the microwave on like 70% for a few minutes and turn halfway. Here is a recipe I wrote a while ago on Hopelessly Ever After.

OK, now lunch...now, to each their own, but I love seafood. So most of my lunches consist of fish or shrimp, but chicken is also definitely the way to go!! I usually get the big frozen bag of tilapia and the cooking is the EASIEST!! OK, thaw your fish, then sprinkle each side with some salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, etc. Then, broil top side down for about 5ish minutes depending on the size. When they start to turn white, you're good. Then turn it over and brush a tiny bit of light mayo...and I mean a tiny bit over the top and broil for a few more minutes. Done. Cook up some rice and broccoli and you're done!!

For the shrimp, I also buy mine frozen. I prefer the uncooked kind because I like to sauté mine in garlic and a little bit of olive oil, but it's up to you. The uncooked kind is a little more time consuming because you have to shell them. But honestly, so easy. Sprinkle a tiny bit of olive oil in a saute pan, then add some minced garlic. Drop in those thawed shrimp, sprinkle some salt and pepper and move em around a little until they turn pink. Don't overcook because remember you have to reheat when lunchtime comes. Then again, cook up some rice and broccoli and you're done!! 

OK and lunch numero tres!! Mike and I make an awesome, easy as 'ish crockpot chicken. It's not as healthy as grilled chicken, but it's soooo good. AND....you can use FROZEN chicken!! That's right!!! OK, so, put a few frozen chicken breasts in a crockpot, about 2 cups reduced sodium chicken broth, half a packet of taco seasoning, half a packet of ranch seasoning (you can do a whole packet we just try to keep it healthier). Cook on low at least 6 hours. We like to drain some of the broth out just to dry it up a little for tacos but if you're putting it on rice you might want it a little moist. moist. moist. Add some hot sauce or fresh salsa and voila!!

What do you prep for your meals?!?! I need ideas!!

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