October Recap and November Goals

WOOHOO! After 3 long weeks away, I'm finally on my way back to the US! Plus, I'm stopping through DC for a little much needed R&R and some quality time with the bf. Even better than giant plates of smoked meat!

Since it's the last Friday of October, I'm sharing how I did on my October goals and setting five goals for this month as usual on the Friday Five Link Up. 

Oh and the check-in people had witches hats on, so I guess it's also Halloween! Kind of missed the whole lead up here in Asia so I don't have a festive theme post or anything like that. But yay go eat some candy and pumpkin flavored things! Anyhoo...

October Goals:

1. Workout at least 4 days a week during my trip
Smashed this with 16 workouts in 21 days, despite one still-not-built yet hotel gym.

2. Eat delicious food in moderation
I definitely did the first part though. Partial credit? 

3. Get at least 7 hours of sleep a night 
Ok so my average was technically juuust shy of this magic number. But if you take out the 3-4 nights when I only slept 4-5 hours because of crazy early morning flights, I definitely hit this mark most of the time. 

4. Blog at least twice a week
Nailed it, thanks to some awesome guest posts. Thanks so much for all the awesome content guys!

5. Make time for fun
Still didn't get out a TON but I did do a little Jakarta sightseeing, and even took a (terrifying) carriage ride around Monas. And if wading through a sea of whizzing motorbikes and taxis in a tiny horse drawn vehicle isn't fun, then I don't know what is!

November Goals

1. Cook at least one new recipe
Since I've been gone so much lately, it's been ages since I cooked anything new. Got to get back in that kitchen!

2. Lift weights 3 times a week
I started following this strength training plan and advice on sticking with it from Greatist and I've really liked how it feels to have a consistent lifting program again. Going to keep it up at least 3 times a week.

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3. Do 3 morning workouts a week
Still not a morning person but this is going to be more important than ever with it turning into fall and the days getting shorter while I was gone. 

4. Enjoy Santa Barbara
It's almost 9 months after my move! But, since I've spent a lot of that time traveling, I still feel pretty new in town. Have to spend more time exploring, settling in, and and enjoying everything the city has to offer.

5. Take some down time
In a frantic last-minute rush to do ALL THE THINGS, I played in a volleyball tournament, ran a race, visited friends out of town, or all three four weekends in a row before my trip. Some lazy weekends spent with reality TV, books, or nature are definitely in order.

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Q: Any big plans this month? Or big plans to do nothing? 

Daily Yoga App Review

Woohoo it's the last Wednesday of my work trip which means I only have TWO more days until I head back to the US! It's a good thing too, because I'm pretty sure if I was in Asia I would weigh about 10000 pounds. There's just so much rice, noodles, fried things, and adorable baked goods shaped like pandas. I mean, come on, how can you resist (eating) that face?

Since this hotel surprisingly doesn't' have a giant breakfast buffet spread, I found some healthy in-room breakfast options at the grocery store. Plain oatmeal, yogurt, fruit and nuts is a lot closer to my normal breakfast and will hopefully start the (painful) travel food detox process.

While I haven't been doing so well on the healthy travel eating train (surprise, surprise), I HAVE been really good about fitting in fitness and am on track to meet my October Goal of at least 4 workouts a week. Woot!

If you've been reading for awhile, you probably know that I travel A LOT. I have a bunch fo go-to travel workouts (see here and here), but I'm always looking for more tools for my fit travel arsenal. And I'm happy to report I found a new one on this trip: the Daily Yoga App.

I joined a yoga studio to get all zen and California after my move, and before this trip had been going 3-4 times a week. I'm still pretty terrible at it, though, and terrified of how much worse I'd get if I didn't practice at all for 3 weeks. I tried a couple YouTube videos, but it was hard to find what I was looking for and loading videos with unreliable hotel internet connections. So I went looking for a (free, natch) app and found Daily Yoga.

How it Works

Downloading the free version of Daily Yoga to your Android or Apple device gives you access to 15 yoga sessions from 10-30 minutes long, plus the yoga pose library which is really helpful for breaking down all the different moves. There's also a subscription-based Pro option which gives you access to more programs and options. 

After downloading the app, you can choose and download your individual sessions for free. Each session has a video for you to follow along with, as well as voice instruction and instrumental music. Daily also tracks your sessions, and includes a few yoga programs with workout calendars to help you acheive goals like increased flexibility or weight loss.  

Pros

Customizability: Most sessions give you a choice between several different lengths and you can also swap out any poses for similar choices from the library to create your own flow.

Instruction: It's definitely not the same as being in the studio, but I like the verbal instruction and having the yoga pose library for reference is really helpful for beginners.

Value: You really do get a lot for a free app, and the ads aren't too intrusive.

Cons 

Options: With 15 free routines, you will run out of new content quickly. That's not really a problem for me since I'm only using this on the road, but you'd probably get tired of the app if you used it every day and there aren't a lot of options to get more advanced.

Bottom Line:

I line this app and it's a solid option for beginning yogis who need to keep up their practice on the road.

Now on to the party!

Welcome to this week's Workout Wednesday (WOW) Link Up!

Brought to you by your hostesses

Diatta Harris | Femme Fitale Fit Club and Sheila Simmons | The Frugal Exerciser.

Joining us are our co-hostesses:

Amanda | Eat Hard Work Hard and Heather | Divas Run For Bling

Amanda | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

Heather | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

Be sure to stop by BOTH of our co-hostess' blogs as they are really cool and full of their fitness and running adventures so read some posts, leave some comments, share and subscribe so you receive regular updates. We are very happy to have them as co-hostesses.

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Guest Post - Fall Fitness Essentials

Whew! Sorry this post is a little late but we had a brownout and then the internet was out here in Kupang. Hey, at least the view's pretty!  

I'm super happy to bring you a guest post today from another great Workout Wednesday participant, fellow volleyball-er, and real life friend: Alexis from Flecks of Lex, who's sharing some of her favorite fall-weather running gear.

"Two weekends ago, I went nuts at the nearby outlet mall. I desperately needed some long sleeve shirts for outdoor running in the fall, and had a grand total of zero. After I finished going HAM on this mini shopping spree, I blacked out, as I often do when I actually go shopping. What did I buy again?  When I recovered, I did an inventory of cooler weather apparel in my closet. I’ve made the decision this year to stop making excuses about it being too cold to run outdoors, and am making an effort to get outdoors and be active. Did I have enough things? Did I have everything I needed?

That’s when I decided that it would be a great idea to share five fall fitness essentials, and what better way to do it than by guest posting for Amanda?! I know her readers love her lists, and I’m going to do my best to make sure that my list lives up to your high standards! (Amanda’s lists are pretty awesome!) 

1. Leggings - It’s really only been about a year or two that I have realized the true power of the legging. You can actually find warm leggings, and, if you find the right pair, they make your bum look uh-may-zing! I really love my Under Armour ColdGear Compression Leggings. They do a great job at keeping me warm (as I learned the hard way when I wore them into the sauna once), and the compression feels great on my legs. Another neat thing about them is that you can use them for layering when the temperature drops even lower in the winter. I like to wear them under waterproof pants when I have to shovel out my car after a snowstorm, or when I get cabin fever and just want to walk and play in the snow. In short, find yourself a good pair of leggings, and maybe pick up an extra pair of them. You’ll find yourself using them a ton over the next several months! 

2. Slim fit, warm jacket - In the fall, you're constantly making sure you’re layering, and sometimes making sure you're prepared in case it starts raining. I have a couple of jackets that I rotate, depending on the temperature; however, the one I have that gets the most use is definitely my Nike DriFit jacket. I love the color, and it is so warm and comfy. Bonus: It has a hood! I’m sort of indifferent when it comes to the finger holes, since I can’t quite figure out the use, and my hands get all sweaty whenever I hold anything whilst running. Some people swear by them. Nevertheless, there are so many styles by so many brands that you are sure to find one that suits your needs and fitness style! 

3. Reflective accents - Since the sunlight hours are shrinking, you definitely want to really make sure that you are visible when you go running in the morning and evenings this season. In my area, there are a lot of pedestrian collisions, and a heck of a lot more near collisions. Protect yourself the best you can, and make sure that people can see you! I have a Nathan’s running belt that has reflective accents all over, but I also have some reflective accents on my shoes and many of the bottoms and jackets I wear to run. I love bright colors, so I don’t mind looking like a highlighter when I’m running. It’s a heck of a lot better than not having anyone see you! Be safe, y’all! 

4. Long sleeved fitted tops - Short sleeved tops are great, but the fall practically requires long sleeve tops. I’m not talking about those cotton ones that you got in college that may/may not have holes in them, and cause chafing under your arms. I’m talking about some serious fitness tops meant for running. I have a mixture of regular moisture wicking tops, and some that are meant especially for cooler temperatures. Be mindful that certain styles in some brands are compression tops, and they might give you some lumps and bumps in places you’d rather not have if you’re not careful. When trying out a new style and/or brand, I recommend trying it on before you buy it. I had to learn the hard way that the Nike Hyperwarm series can also be called the “hey! Check out my bellybutton through my shirt” series. Whomp whomp. :-( I don’t like my clothes super tight, so I’ll be exchanging that one shirt.  

5. Quality sports bras - You should always, always, always make sure that you have ample, good quality sports bras. They’re one of the most -- if not the most -- important and essential parts of your workout wardrobe. I like to check on my sports bras each season to get rid of any that have gotten raggedy, and make sure that I have enough good ones that will last me through the season. If I need an extra sports bra (or two), I make sure to pick one up. At the moment, I’m working with a couple of great styles for high impact activities, and just picked up an extra one last week, thanks to a collaboration with Influenster and Victoria’s Secret Sport. (Be on the lookout for the review this week!) I did a write-up a few months back on how to find a good sports bra if you are a bit busty: http://www.flecksoflex.com/2014/04/best-sports-bras-for-large-chests.html Make sure you find the perfect fit and style for your body! Sometimes the trendiest or cutest styles aren’t the most practical for your activity.

Thanks for letting me crash here for the day, lovely Eat Hard Work Hard readers! Until next time! :-) 

What are some of your fall fitness essentials? Do you have a favorite style of long sleeved running top? Do you like leggings, or do you run in sweat pants?"

Thanks so much for being this week's guest star, Alexis! I don't need as many fall layers any more since the move to California, so it's great to share this with everyone who still has some cold weather running ahead of them! For more from Alexis, check out her blog and follow her on Instagram and Twitter.

Now on to the party!

Welcome to this week's Workout Wednesday (WOW) Link Up!

Brought to you by your hostesses

Diatta Harris | Femme Fitale Fit Club and Sheila Simmons | The Frugal Exerciser.

Joining us are our co-hostesses:

Amanda | Eat Hard Work Hard and Heather | Divas Run For Bling

Amanda | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

Heather | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

Be sure to stop by BOTH of our co-hostess' blogs as they are really cool and full of their fitness and running adventures so read some posts, leave some comments, share and subscribe so you receive regular updates. We are very happy to have them as co-hostesses.

How to Participate:

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• Amanda (Eat Hard Work Hard) | Blog | Twitter | Instagram
• Heather (Divas Run For Bling) | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

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Guest Post - Pumpkin Spice Roasted Chickpeas

Happy Monday! I'm done with the first week of my trip and actually managed to get in a little sightseeing before leaving Jakarta.

While it's been in the high 90s and super humid here in Jakarta, it's still October and that means one thing to me--pumpkin! So to satisfy my fall flavor craving, I have a great recipe for you today courtesy of Andy, Creative Web Producer and Founder of Plum Deluxe.

Plum Deluxe is an online community fostering a national conversation about mindfulness and self-care, encouraging individuals to create moments that matter with friends and family - whether that's hosting a dinner party, going to a yoga class, or just improving their daily routines. Pretty cool, right? Oh and in addition to founding his own business, Andy also makes his own snacks! How much more awesome could he get?

"Let’s get the confessionals right out of the way first: I’m a snacker. I snack a lot. A lot. 

The problem for me, so many supermarket snacks have so much junk, it almost ruins the experience for me. So I’ve been trying to whip up my own favorite snacks so I can cut back on my tortilla chip addictions. 

My favorite thus far – and, my friends, the easiest by far – is roasted chickpeas. Chickpeas (or garbanzo beans, basically the same thing) are nutritious, delicious, and inexpensive to purchase. Blasting them in the oven for a short period and giving them a dusting of your own blend of sweet or savory flavoring is far better for you than sugary snacks. The downside? You’ll likely devour these as quickly as an ice cream sundae on a hot summer day. 

Today I want to share my latest and greatest chickpea nirvana: pumpkin spice chickpeas.

Pumpkin Spice Roasted Chickpeas 

Note: you can easily double or triple this recipe, or customize the topping to suit your current cravings. 

Ingredients: 

• 1 can garbanzo beans 
• 1 tablespoon salt (half for prep, half for final coating) 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (half for prep, half for final coating) 
• 1 tablespoon, pumpkin pie spice 
• ½ tablespoon, brown sugar 

Preparation: 

Preheat oven to 400F. 

Drain chickpeas from the can. Removing the skins is optional – they will tend to flake off during the roasting process, but I like to run the chickpeas under cold water and give them a good shake to remove loose skins. 

Strain and dry off chickpeas to remove any excess liquid, then spread evenly on a baking sheet. Brush with olive oil to prevent burning. Sprinkle salt over top (less is more, but I like just a pinch) and roast in oven for 30 minutes or until chickpeas are golden brown on top. 

When done, pull chickpeas out of oven and let them cool on the tray for 5 minutes or so. While waiting, combine ½ teaspoon olive oil, pumpkin pie spice, and (optional) pumpkin puree in a small bowl to create a paste. Pour chickpeas into a large bowl, add your pumpkin spice paste, and using a spatula, stir to coat chickpeas thoroughly. 

These taste amazing piping hot! When cool transfer to a glass jar or airtight container. Best enjoyed with 3-4 days."

Mmm thanks for sharing, Andy! I can't wait to get back to my oven to make these! 

For more fun recipes and ideas for making moments that matter, visit Andy over at Plum Deluxe – you’ll find all of his recipes online here.

Guest Post - Why You Should See a Dietitian

Happy Wednesday! I'm still jet lagged but I'm really enjoying Indonesia despite driving to 3-4 meetings a day in Jakarta traffic. Mostly because of all the delicious Indonesian food I've been eating.  

Speaking of (not) eating way too much yummy and unhealthy food, I have a great guest post for you today from Janelle at Run With No Regrets. Janelle blogs to "encourage others to live a healthy life and to have NO REGRETS" and she's been a great Workout Wednesday Linkup participant. Today, Janelle's writing about something I have no experience with but have been dying to know more about: working with a dietitian! 

"Hi, my name is Janelle at Run With No Regrets and I'm a huge fan of Amanda’s blog! I'm so happy that I'm able to Guest Post for her while she’s away! 

Over the past year and a half, I've made huge strides in my health. While I've always been in pretty good shape, I didn't know a thing about nutrition. I ate what I wanted and didn't worry about it because I could “run it off”.

But when I suffered a stress fracture in my foot in early 2013, my physical activity plummeted. I was down in the dumps and didn't make healthy eating choices. I ended up gaining 10 pounds!

Once that happened and my injury was healed, I knew I had to make a change. I decided it was time to work with a professional to learn how to eat healthy in addition to working out. So I signed up for nutrition counseling with a dietitian and I haven't looked back!

What is a Dietitian?

A dietitian is a professional with expertise in nutrition and diet. They are knowledgeable of how food affects the human body, and work with individuals to help reach their goals, from losing weight to managing and preventing diseases.

You have probably heard the terms “dietitian”, “nutritionist”, “health coach”. While having similar goals, these terms are not necessarily interchangeable. A registered dietitian has very specific credentials for their practice, including a specialized Bachelor’s degree, hundreds of hours of supervised work experience, and national exam certification.

At the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, you can learn more about the differences between a dietitian and nutritionist.

Why Should I Work With One?

There are SO many benefits to working with a dietitian. Here is just a snapshot of what a dietitian can provide for you: 

• Support: Want to lose weight? A dietitian will help you reach your goals! 
• Education on nutrition: What are healthy fats? Are carbs good or bad Should I go organic? What’s the Paleo diet? 
• Healthy meal plans: Take the stress out of figuring out what to eat each day.  
• Accountability: Regular visits and logging of meals keeps you honest.

What Happens in a Session?

At your first visit, your dietitian should take your baseline information such as age, weight and height, ask what you eat in a typical day, and inquire about your weight loss goals. From the information you provide, she/he should be able to create a plan for you with a designated calorie count per day, with allotments of servings for carbs, protein, fruits, vegetables, dairy, and fats, depending on your needs.

At subsequent visits, you’ll check in, get weighed, and discuss your victories and challenges with your dietitian since you last met. I just had a visit with my dietitian last week and I had to confess to her that I’ve been eating a lot of junk food due to stress! It happens! But the great thing is that I always know that I have a visit coming up with her that can jolt me back on the right track, and if need be, I can always shoot an email.

Where Can I Find a Dietitian? 

The first place I would check is with your healthcare provider. With my insurance plan at Independence Blue Cross, I'm entitled to 6 FREE sessions of nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian. Most dietitians will accept insurance for payment.

Does your company have a wellness program? They may be able to give you information about nutrition counseling options. At my place of work, the wellness program arranges for the dietitians to come to us! If your company has this option, you should definitely try it out!

No health insurance? If paying out-of-pocket is out of your budget, there are still options for you! Search for a registered dietitian online that you can work with on the phone or even on Skype or Google Hangout. Many of these services offer your first session for free or have affordable payment plan options.

Will I See Results?

For me, there have been CLEAR improvements in my health since working with a dietitian! After the first month, I was able to lose the weight that I gained and keep it off.

But more than that, I have learned so much. While I don’t follow a strict nutrition plan anymore, my body has adapted to a healthy eating routine. When I eat too much junk food, I feel sluggish. When I prepare a meal, it feels incomplete without vegetables. I take my lunch to work almost every day. I watch my serving sizes, and I limit my alcohol intake. These are things I never did before seeing a dietitian!

The whole process is so easy and in many cases at no cost to you. So what does it hurt to give it a try? See what a dietitian can do for you and your health!

Have you ever worked with a dietitian? How was your experience? 

Thanks so much for that info, Janelle! I'm definitely considering working with a dietitian when I get back from this trip and have to transition off of my constant rice and noodles diet! For more from Janelle, check out her blog and follow her on Instagram and Twitter.

Now on to the party!

Welcome to this week's Workout Wednesday (WOW) Link Up!

Brought to you by your hostesses

Diatta Harris | Femme Fitale Fit Club and Sheila Simmons | The Frugal Exerciser.

Joining us are our co-hostesses:

Amanda | Eat Hard Work Hard and Heather | Divas Run For Bling

Amanda | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

Heather | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

Be sure to stop by BOTH of our co-hostess' blogs as they are really cool and full of their fitness and running adventures so read some posts, leave some comments, share and subscribe so you receive regular updates. We are very happy to have them as co-hostesses.

How to Participate:

1. Follow, Like and/or Subscribe to your hostesses and co-hostesses:

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• Sheila Simmons (The Frugal Exerciser) | Twitter | Facebook |subscribe via GFC or email.
• Amanda (Eat Hard Work Hard) | Blog | Twitter | Instagram
• Heather (Divas Run For Bling) | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

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3. Leave no more than 2 links to your blog, Facebook or YouTube post or video using the link up tool/button below 
4. Invite your like-minded friends! We love finding and reading new blogs so spread the word so we can increase the size of our parties every week til we make the walls sweat!!!! I told ya we party hard! :-) 
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Guest Post - Healthy Homemade Chocolate and Oatmeal Pancakes Recipes

Greetings from Jakarta! 

I got to my hotel at about 2 AM yesterday and had a 7 AM start today, so my brain isn't working too well right now. Lucky for me (and you!) I have a great guest post lined up for you today courtesy of Upala from Pretty in Pink Fitness 

Upala is a fellow Sweat Pink Ambassador and online fitness and nutrition coach. She loves who loves helping and motivating people, and says her biggest joy is seeing the excitement in people when they have accomplished their fitness goals. Sounds like my kind of girl!

Today, Upala hasTWO yummy and healthy recipes for you:

"Who loves chocolate?? I love chocolate but not the extra calories and fat that is added in it. Most store bought chocolate contain high fructose corn syrup and soy lethin. There are some healthier brands of chocolate but there is nothing healthier than homemade chocolate. We can avoid the artificial ingredients when making our own chocolate at home. Making homemade chocolate is SO easy, I wish I would have discovered this sooner!  

Healthy Homemade Chocolate 

Ingredients: 

1⁄4 cup Coconut oil
2 tbsp Hershey’s Cacao powder
1⁄4 cup Honey (adjust honey to taste)
Freezer safe container 

Directions:
Pour 1⁄4 cup melted coconut oil into pan
Add 2 tbsp cacao powder and 1⁄4 cup honey into pan with coconut oil
Stir for about 30sec-1 min (Be careful and don’t burn mixture)
Pour chocolate mixture in freezer safe container
Place into freezer for 3-4 hours or until mixture hardens. 

Oatmeal Pancakes

Every morning I have oatmeal with eggs and I thought it was time to switch it up. I love pancakes but I did not want to have the flour that is used to make the pancake and have an uncomfortable and bloated feeling afterwards. I came up with this extremely easy recipe for pancakes. You can’t even tell this is a healthy recipe. It tastes delicious! 

Ingredients: 

1⁄2 cup quick oats3-4 egg whites1⁄4 cup almond milkBananaWalnutsOrangeMaple Syrup 

Directions: 

Place quick oats, eggs and almond milk in a blender and blend for 30 seconds (I like my batter thick)If you desire a thinner batter add 1-2 more egg whitePour about 1-2 tsp of coconut oil on pan and wait for about 30 seconds for the oil to get hotPour batter in pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes (flipping the pancake mixture over many times)Top pancakes with banana, orange, walnuts and maple syrup

I hope you enjoy these healthy recipes as much as I did. They taste just as good, if not better, than the original recipes. 

Enjoy and have fun in the kitchen!"

Thanks so much for sharing these recipes, Upala! I LOVE chocolate but I've never made it myself before---can't wait to try this out!

For more from Upala, check out here blog, Pretty in Pink Fitness or follow her on Instagram.

Travel Health and Fitness Tips

Happy Wednesday! I am leaving for Indonesia in TWO DAYS and I'm not coming back November. I'm freaking out juuust a little bit and have a ton to do to get ready. I also haven't done much to prepare to stay healthy during this trip. Luckily, I've done this before and should be fairly good at it. So for today's Workout Wednesday Link Up, I'm sharing my favorite past posts for fit work travel.

1. Five Reasons to Exercise While Traveling
I don't know about you, but I need extra motivation to workout when I'm extra busy and jet-lagged.

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2. Healthy Airplane Food Packing List
To avoid the crazy high prices and unhealthy choices at the airport 

3. Fit Packing List
Everything you need for healthy work travel (including snacks!), all fitting nicely into a carry on bag.

4. Five Free Hotel Room Workout Videos
So you can keep up with your fitness even if you don't have a gym.

5. Three More Hotel Room Workouts
And you don't even need YouTube access for these!

Q: Do you have any tips for staying fit while traveling? Or for packing super fast?

Now on to the party!

Welcome to this week's Workout Wednesday (WOW) Link Up!

Brought to you by your hostesses

Diatta Harris | Femme Fitale Fit Club and Sheila Simmons | The Frugal Exerciser.

Joining us are our co-hostesses:

Amanda | Eat Hard Work Hard and Heather | Divas Run For Bling

Amanda | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

Heather | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

Please join us in welcoming Heather of Divas Run For Bling as one of our NEW CO-HOSTESSES!!!!!

Be sure to stop by BOTH of our co-hostess' blogs as they are really cool and full of their fitness and running adventures so read some posts, leave some comments, share and subscribe so you receive regular updates. We are very happy to have them as co-hostesses.

Disclosure: Regardless of which blog you post your link, it will display on Femme Fitale Fit Club, The Frugal Exerciser, Eat Hard Work Hard, and Divas Run For Bling blogs.

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1. Follow, Like and/or Subscribe to your hostesses and co-hostesses:

• Diatta Harris (Femme Fitale Fit Club)| Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
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• Amanda (Eat Hard Work Hard) | Blog | Twitter | Instagram
• Heather (Divas Run For Bling) | Blog | Twitter | Instagram

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3. Leave no more than 2 links to your blog, Facebook or YouTube post or video using the link up tool/button below 
4. Invite your like-minded friends! We love finding and reading new blogs so spread the word so we can increase the size of our parties every week til we make the walls sweat!!!! I told ya we party hard! :-) 
5. Use hashtag #wowlinkup when you comment on someone's post so they know how you found them 6. Last but definitely not least, HAVE FUN! This IS a party.

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