Published October 28, 2011
Fall is finally here! Time to dig up those scarves, boots, and cardigans buried deep inside your closet. In terms of fashion, this is definitely my favorite time of year – I especially love the bold pops of color that are trending this season. And of course, the layers!
But unfortunately, being bundled up in sweaters and coats doesn’t quite give me the motivation to work out. I won’t be sporting a bikini any time soon anyways so what’s the point, right?
Wrong! We’re all aiming for that perfect beach body once Spring rolls along, so why not start working for it now? Getting toned and fit is a gradual process—although I’m sure we all wish it would happen overnight. Swimsuit season will be coming around the corner before you know it, so save yourself from the intense dieting and exercise the week before spring break and start now!
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Published October 20, 2011
Blues skies, California sun, and 75 degree weather. What more can you ask for? Here in California, you will find yourself in almost always perfect weather for a picnic down by the sea! Get out those picnic baskets and pack your favorite dishes and drinks to make it a real meal by the sea! With that being said, I wanted to share with you guys some of my favorite easy-to-make picnic recipes.
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Published September 30, 2011
Want to know what’s going to be hot, hot, hot this Fall? You’ll be seeing lots of polka dots, a touch of lace, lots of tunics, and of course coats, vests, and some dresses. Think bright colors and down-to-earth neutrals all Fall long. Be fun and flirty with the Splendid Vintage Dot Bandeau that has a twist of everything you want all into one designer bikini. Pair it with a Splendid Tunic and you are good to go this Fall!
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Published September 23, 2011
It’s only been a couple of weeks, but I’m loving my internship at SwimSpot- a company that sells women’s swimwear. Why do I love it? Two reasons. I get to look at cute little bikinis like this Reef Stargazer Sweetheart Bikini all day but more importantly, SwimSpot loves to give back. Loves to support our local community. And we certainly have fun doing it.
My sorority – Kappa Alpha Theta – and I are staging a fundraiser event this upcoming Tuesday (September 27th) at the Sandhu Conference Center on Chapman University Campus from 6:30-10:00p.m. Sales of admission and raffle tickets for KATWalk, our annual charity fashion show, will help raise much needed proceeds for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). CASA matches up young, professional mentors with foster children having to deal with legal issues. The mentors help provide the youth with a more confident voice in court as they go through an emotionally trying and arduous process.
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Published August 08, 2011
Oven roasted tomatoes are such a great add to so many dishes...pasta, salad, pasta salad, sandwiches, bruschetta, hummus, pizza, risotto, paella...I could go on and on. I hadn't made any myself for a long time until I bought Gwyneth Paltrow's cookbook, My Father's Daughter (I am also a big fan of her blog GOOP).
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Published August 04, 2011
Longing for that perfect beach body? Pilates is the answer! Do twenty minutes of Pilate exercises four days a week, add on fifteen minutes of cardio, and you’ll have a bikini-bod in no time. It’s as simple as that! Eating healthy of course will only benefit your health so be sure to follow that nutrition triangle. Eat those veggies and drink that water!
Here are some Pilate’s exercises that you can easily do in your living room…
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Published August 01, 2011
When our bananas get very ripe I usually make banana bread. While I absolutely love banana bread (click here for my vegan and gluten-free recipe), it has been way to hot to make it lately...who wants to turn the oven on when it is in the nineties and humid???
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Published July 25, 2011
Seattle Fit Club has a basic philosophy on nutrition: make it simple and you will stick with it!
A nutritious diet is one of the most important components to good health, a high energy level, weight loss, and overall fitness. The first tip of this boot camp season is how to plan ahead so when you walk in the door after a long day you make healthy choices and don’t feel like reaching for those lovely carbohydrates that rob us of the real energy we need.
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Published July 19, 2011
I read some interesting articles and words of wisdom on fitness this past weekend. One piece of wisdom that hit home with me was an article on, "What are your Goals?" Being as that I am 6 months pregnant, I felt like, well, what can I strive for? Basically, a healthy pregnancy that I bounce back from. But, beyond that, what are my personal goals? So I ask you, what are YOUR GOALS?
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Published July 18, 2011
OK, I tricked you a little...I bet you are expecting a recipe for mud pie, but the kind of mud pie I ingested this weekend is not the recipe you are hoping for. I thought I did a great job of keeping the mud out of my mouth, but the pictures below tell a much different story!
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