#HEALTHY #EATING!

 

Good morning loves.

 

Lets talk about healthy eating.  When it comes to #fitness and trying to #transform your #body, the #gym is all good and dandy, but in case you didn’t already know, cleaning eating makes 80% of the #progress you are going to make.  The Gym comes in at 20%. 

 

 

Eating clean doesn’t have to be complicated.  In fact, the simpler you make it, the better.  For instance, in the Spanish culture, we use allot of seasonings, etc. which contains allot of salt.  Salt isn’t necessarily bad for you, but all in moderation.  So when you cook things simple with just a bit a salt and pepper, you would be surprised that things don’t actually taste bad at all.  And #healthy eating DOES NOT HAVE TO BE #SALAD all the time.  This is something that I have noticed that discourages people.  They think that they have to eat salad and that’s it.  NO!  Below are some foods you can prepare…all very simple to make.  And please google.  There is a world of information out there…lol

 

Find a Friend

 

Working out alone can be a drag if you are just staring off or if you are low on motivation.  But if you find someone that can workout with you, you will be surprised how much that pushes you and how much you will be motivated to keep going. 
 

Remember to take a pic so that you can see your progress along the way.  Keeping a diary of what you eat and your body image is a great way to see if you need to make adjustments in your diet and your exercise routine. 
 

Even training someone is very motivating to me.  So today I trained 2 co-workers.  Its exciting to see when others take an interest in this crazy world of fitness. 

 

ITS BEEN A LONG TIME!!

 

Is anyone there!?  LOL! Of course not.  I have been gone for almost 2 years.  So sorry about that. Life got in the way and priorities shifted, etc.  No excuses, just valid reasons. 

So now, I will be posting more about fitness and a bit about Fashion and who knows, whatever I find inspiring. 

Hang in there.  I promise this will be fun!!!

At Home Workout

This morning I wanted to cry.  I didn't want to get up for nothing.  Some think that because I have been doing this for such a long time that it comes easy for me.  The truth is that no matter what it is, we all struggle with something - some days more than others. I don't want to get up in the morning.  I would love to stay in the bed for another hour.  However, I think of how energized I feel after a great workout.  I think of how I I feel later when I don't...I feel like crap when I don't workout.  So yes, we all struggle with getting up and working out! Don't think that it comes easy for all or anyone.  We are all in this together. Just find that why and kick butt!  Hello Monday!!!

Below are 2 simple kettlebell exercises you can do in the comfort of your own home.  You can get a kettlebell anyway.  Inexpensive ones at Walmart, TJMaxx or Target.  Have fun!

JERSEYBLOGESS AT HOME WORKOUT

Legs \ Glutes \ Hammies

Eat, Pray, Slay

I am sooooo soooo tired this morning.  Getting into a new routine of waking up at 4:40 am to hit the gym at 5am is just killing me and I am almost used to it.  But by the time 8am hits, I am beat, my eyes hurt, I hate the world, I want to die and kill someone while I am dying and bring them down with me....lol See, I am delusional right now.  Anyway, I still dressed somewhat decent today and took my butt to work.  Hope you all have a wonderful day.

Guess Who's Back?

Leg Day - what a killer today was.  This was my last set (6) and I was almost dead.

Office CONVERSation

Yesterday's outfit.  Getting away with Converse in the office. Throw on a jacket and hope they dont look down...lol

Get the look:  Converse; Jeans from H&M; Blazer from Forever 21, no longer available, but man do they have tons of super cute ones.

Step-Ups

Splitting Time

Grrrrrr, so I can't workout for an entire week (medical reasons). Just as I am getting my grove back and making it to the gym early in the morning (that was hard), I am forced to take this time off. So I am going to make the best of it. BTW, sorry my pics aren't the best these days. But you get the gist of it...lol

Be Inspired

Sometimes we need that push...that little tug...or that little nudge to get our butts moving and into gear. I know I do sometimes.  

TRY, TRY AGAIN! "You will fail. It's a matter of when. The true test is if you can continue to stand up and accept failure and move forward" --Lady Gaga

EMBRACE YOURSELF! "Stay true to what makes you different. As long as you're unique, you're irreplaceable. If you try to assimilate, you're instantly replaceable." --Olivia Wilde

THINK BRIGHT! "Be an extreme optimist. That how I was raised. I came from the hood. You can't be a pessimist in the hood. You wont make it out." --Taraji P. Henson

QUIT STALLING! "Stop dreaming and start working. It's wonderful to have a vision, but perseverance will really get you somewhere." --Judith Light

And of course I couldn't leave these motivational quotes out.  Because what is fashion without fitness!!

• "The worst thing I can be is the same as everybody else. I hate that."
• "In our society, the women who break down barriers are those who ignore limits."
• "Start wide, expand further, and never look back."
• "Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. when you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength."
• The resistance that you fight physically in the gym and the resistance that you fight in life can build a strong character."

--ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER

Beauty And The Beast

According to the story, the Beauty and the Beast are 2 different people.  But in this case, the Beauty and the Beast are ONE. Beast being just as beautiful as the Beauty.

I believe that in order to look good in your clothes, you have to feel good inside. That is just my personal opinion. For me, if I don't feel good internally, then my outward appearance will reflect the same. It's important for me to feel healthy and good internally so that what I put out in the world is the truth and not a facade. Get out there or in there and do something to make yourself feel healthy and happy internally as you pretend to be outwardly. Whether it's going to the gym, drinking more water, cutting out sugar, walking a little more, running, cutting out white pasta, etc. Something that gets you closer to your goal. We all have room for improvement so I know there is something you can do to get there.

Dont Sweat It

Good morning.  Wow, I am on a roll with these posts! I think I am spoiling myself now...lol  Today is another great day! I feel extremely happy and hope you are feeling some kind of happiness as well.  We all have one reason or another to smile...despite whatever may be going on, find the one thing that can put a smile on your face and focus on that for today (at least).  Kisses to you all!

The Look:  Joggers from American Eagle Outfitters / Top from H&M / Denim Jacket from Old Navy / Steve Madden Pumps DSW

I Love My Casual

How things have changed for me.  I went from being this person that loved the crazy and not so ordinary look to one that just want to throw on a pair of jeans and call it a day.  Please don't get me wrong. I still love the crazy and not so ordinary style.  But for some reason, when your priorities are in order, some things take a back seat. Now I am so much more focused on being healthy, making sure my kids are healthy and doing well and just being happy myself. I am in no way saying that my style of dressing before didn't make me happy (BECAUSE IT DID/DOES), but the way I dress today didn't make me happy before, where now, I can do both and be just as happy.  I no longer care if I happen to wear the same jeans in the same week.  Or if I wear the same shirt in the same year.  Those things no longer matter to me and are not a big deal.  See what I mean?...I was way too extreme in my life and that is why I am so much more happier today.  Simplicity is key.  So whatever makes you happy, DO THAT!!!  

Today's look was brought to you by Forever 21 and H&M.  Two stores I can't seem to stay away from regardless of my age! And that is one of the many reasons I stay and feel young :)

Obession

I turned this room into a closet and can I say that is the best investment I feel I have made in this entire house....lol true tho.  Being able to see how much stuff I have and how much I had that I didnt wear was just incredible.  I cleaned house when I put my stuff up - I have a box of shoes, a bag of clothes and a bag of pocketbooks, a box of jewelery that I will not be using and making available for some of the friends to pick through.  I found a great passion.  And that is organizing closets and making them look pretty and functional

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Mesh It Up A Little

Wednesday's attire.  Just a little fancy :)

The Motivation

Excuses wont cut it. We all have the same 24/7 and its up to you on how you are going to make it count.  I am a single mother of THREE and in case you didn't get that, let me put it in numbers for you.  I am a single mother of 3! No big deal to some, but a huge thing for some....i.e., me! Having three children is much more different than one...and having one is different than having none. Anyway, I am not here to tell you how I have it hard, etc.  I am here to tell you that you can do it. You just have to want it.  It will get hard and you will be discouraged. But keep pushing.  You will eventually hit that point where you will breath and eat a healthy lifestyle. I am living proof of it all.

Peeping Out

Heeeeellllloooooo!!! Each day should be cherished and should be applauded.  We just don't know what tomorrow will bring so today I am celebrating!!  Anyway, today I am wearing a midi dress, cant remember where I got it from with some peep toe booties by Gianni Bini from Dillards. Yes, its chili outside but I wont let that stop me from what I want to wear...I will just have to deal with the chills and keep it moving.

Baby Steps

Life sometimes throws a curve ball and you have to be ready to catch whatever comes.  That is how my life has been lately.  But I put my mittens and caught it and kept going.  Don't let anyone still your shine or your joy. Just breathe and continue to be yourself.  Take baby steps and one day at a time.

New Home

To go into the story of how long this process of finding a home and what we have been through in the process, would take an tire day and I don't have that much time to explain that.  So here are a few pics of some of the changes I have done to the home thus far.  My kids and I are so happy and overwhelmed with joy.

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AFTER 

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With Kids, it is very hard to keep carpets clean.  Yes, they have tons of products to help keep them clean, but as a busy working single mother, I just don't have the time to stay on top of it all and constantly inspect for stains.  Because if you have kids like me, they will brake, stain or rip something, and instead of telling you, they hide from me so that I don't get upset.  Which brings me to this point.  I purchased most of our furniture from Ashley's Home Furniture.  They offer a wonderful furniture protection for under $300 that will cover your furniture for 5 years.  ANYTHING that happens to it, they will come out fix or replace it.  What a beautiful thing for a house with kids.  

And that is all folks - as I do little things, I will be sure to share them with you.  I am so excited and looking forward to doing things around the house to make it feel like home.