Fit with FitBit

A couple of weeks ago I posted about my fun little purchase of the FitBit--we'll I've been using it for a little over 2 months now and it's really eye opening how much you walk throughout the day without even trying!

Studies say that 10,000 steps a day is necessary for "good health" approx 5 miles a day...so that's where my "goal" has been set since I started tracking things.  Here's last weeks progress report-I like getting the little updates on my "progress"

Loving the fact that steps and distance and calories burned are up from last week....

Not so much loving that the sleep duration is down but I guess that will happen as long as I am getting at least 7 hours that will work for me!

How active are you throughout the day? Do you make an effort to walk around the office regularly? Walk down the hall rather than emailing or calling a colleague or taking the stairs?

Cake for the boss

This weekend in the midst of school work I whipped up this....

I was pretty impressed!  Yellow cake "bun", edible Easter grass "lettuce", brownie "hamburger patty", sugar sheet "cheese" and sprinkle "sesame seeds".

Here's hoping the "boss" is as impressed by my baking abilities as Rene and I were when he gets to the office to find this waiting on his desk for his birthday!

Pinteresting Thursday!

Here's what I've been Pinning this week....a mix of a little of everything!

My next DIY item? I think so!

 A couple of quotes to live by....

 Snack to make this weekend? Sweet and Spicy Chickpeas-Yum

How cute would this be on my desk?!  

What I'm Loving

So I'm a bit "off" this week and completely forgot my Wednesday Loving Post...so here it is, better late than never!

I’m loving….that I am only 2 more Starbucks trips away from “gold card”status! that means a free coffee for every 15 purchases! And personalized coupons...I love my coffee!

I’m loving….that I am only 3 weeks away from Spring Break-yeah it’s not much and there’s no big trip like in undergrad but a week of no school work is always nice.

I’m loving…that it’s starting to stay a little lighter later in the day-6:30 last night when I was driving home wasn't pitch black!

I’m loving…that my work trip to Orlando is officially booked-yes it’s work but it’s nice to not be in the office-and of course it’s a plus that the boss is letting me say the weekend and Rene came come hang out at the hotel with me too. Coronado Springs here we come!

I’m loving….that the weather man is calling for temps in the 60’s over the next week-spring is slowly coming, at least I hope so!

8 down....

We're into the 7th week of the year, and I've officially finished off 8 books!  Still ahead of target!

Now I'm in the midst of reading:

The End of Illness
By David Agus MD

 

While I'm not saying it's a must read for everyone, it is interesting to read about the current changes to medicine and one physician's take on what we should/shouldn't be doing when it comes to treatment options.  The main focus thus far has been cancer and trying to prevent as many of the factors as possible...but of course much of it is what we've been hearing for years.  Interesting read nontheless, if you're into that sort of thing.

What have I polished off this year already?

Better Each Day: 365 Expert Tips for a Healthier, Happier You
by Jessica Cassity

Pretty Little Liars: Pretty Little Secrets
by Sara Shepard

Taking People With You: The Only Way to Make Big Things Happen
by David Novak

Dollhouse
by Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian

Summer and the City: A Carrie Diaries Novel
by Candace Bushnell

Alibi in High Heels
by Gemma Halliday

Undercover in High Heels
by Gemma Halliday

Killer in High Heels

by Gemma Halliday

Now only 44 more to go!

Seeing Red

I'm wearing my red today for Valentine's day are you?  Here's wishing you a very Happy Valentines Day.

The Mr. and I will be enjoying a nice quite dinner at home tonight - together!  That's super exciting since we've been only seeing each other a little in the morning and then right before bed.  Yes, we'll still be working on work and school stuff but at least we can enjoy each others company.

What I'm Loving Wednesday!

It's been a little while since my last what I'm loving post, so here goes!

I'm loving--that it's Wednesday!  That means half way done with the week!

I'm loving--The fact that Rene and I have a date day/night planned this Sunday!  It gives me motivation to get all of my school stuff done...we're heading to Grapevine for the Valentine's Wine Trail and then dinner at Simply Fondue! Wine and fondue what could be better?

I'm loving...My APY60 Yoga Program...if you couldn't tell already

I'm loving...that I am halfway through the first mini-semester for the spring!  4 more weeks then "spring break" and another 8 week class then I'm DONE!

and of course I'm loving my wonderful Husband!

Week #3 APY60

I officially started week #3 on the APY60 Program this Monday and I am still loving it!  Each week the 40-60 minute yoga routine gets a little different to target new muscle groups. 

While I don’t feel like I am losing large amounts of weight by any means (I’m down about 4.5 pounds since January 1^st) I do feel like my stomach has flattened out (partially because of diet) and I’ve noticed that some of my clothes are fitting a bit loose (bridesmaid dress included).  Overall I just feel healthier.  I am not feeling the aches and pains in the morning and my hips while typically very tight feel amazing!

I know I’ve said it before but I really feel like practicing yoga is going to be an everyday thing for me…now if only I could convince Rene to join in.