WORKOUT
Spin + Leg WO = Hurts So Good!
Friday was fantastic, just my kinda day! Started the day off trying out a new spin class. I stumbled on studio dedicated to Spin & Yoga and was excited to try it out. It was definitely different from anything I’ve done before because the whole class is done in the dark. There were black lights (which made my leftover competition acrylic nails look just lovely) and we were out of the seat 90% of the time. Overall, I think I could really like it. Will probably go to another class Sunday. And in keeping with my trying new fitness things goal, today I’m going to Yoga! A few of my friends are really into it and this studio’s been highly recommended. I’ve taken a few classes in the past and have just been bored, but I’m giving it another shot. Today I’m just doing the beginner glass, but hopefully I can try one of the more dynamic classes later in the week.
I also met with my trainer yesterday and had a killer leg workout. I forgot how great it feels to have the energy (thanks carbs) to lift heavy, and how much I love doing it. Not only do I not like steady state cardio because I get bored, I don’t prefer doing lifting sets over 15 reps for the same reason. I love lifting heavy in short sets. By the ended of it my legs were shaking and the endorphins were running like crazy.. so great to be back to this mode of training!
EATS
Breakfast came in the form of Pumpkin Oats, mixed with 1/2 scoop Cake Batter PP, topped with 1 tbsp natural Peanut Butter and Unsweetened Coconut
snowy oats
diggin it
Lunch was a quick one in between my workout and another meeting, but it was a fantastic. I tried out Allie’s, from Pimp My Protein Shake, Sugar Cookie Sleigh Ride Protein Shake. I used her recipe but added in 2 tbsp Sugar-Free Cookie Dough Syrup and used Cake Batter Protein Powder. It was absolutely delicious! Seriously try this asap, it taste just like an ice cream shake, though I think it would be good hot too (I’ll letcha know later today, I want another already :p )!
I finished off the meal with the rest of the Kabocha from the night before.. yummers!
So I felt like trying a new recipe for dinner, and settled on this one. Of course I made some changes, and instead used:
1 Butternut Squash, peeled & cubed
1/2 c TJ’s Omega Trail Mix
1/3 c Cheddar Rice Shreds
1/2 c chopped Mushrooms & Garlic
I added protein in the form of Ham and topped it with my roasted squash mix. Overall the meal was pretty good, but I think I went a little crazy with the garlic, wohhh, smelly!
the plate is small, I promise
Buy These!
I almost forgot.. I finally gave in and picked these up at the store when I was getting baking goods..
These flavors are all amazing! Seriously I couldn’t pick a favorite, it’s totally a mood thing.
Party Recap
The holiday party last night was a lot of fun. I had about 1/2 a glass of wine, which was plenty for my light-weightness, and was pretty good about the snacks… but of course I had to try little slivers of the pie’s I made. And the verdict? The Brownie Mint Pie (recipe here) was great, though I used a chocolate graham shell because I had an extra lying around and it was a bit burnt, though still tasty. If I was to do it again, I’d use a regular shell and sprinkle the bottom with Chocolate Candy Cane. The Cookie Pie was tasty but needed to be warmed. I think it was just too thick, so the cookie ended up being too hard since I had to store it in the refrigerator to keep the frosting fresh. I’ve made cookie cakes/pies before that turned out better, so probably won’t use that recipe again. And it seemed like everyone enjoyed the cookies, because they all got eaten up!
cookies on display!
congregation around the snack table
I didn't make them, but pretty nonetheless 
Fun Links
Fit Sugar’s Holiday Gift Guide
I’m kinda nervous for yoga. The class is 80 minutes, so if I’m bored it’ll be brutal, and I’m super sore! haha, ah well, I’m keeping an open mind.. though I do still need to go get a mat!
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