Girls Night Out to Park City

Workout

Saturday- 3.5 miles at hotel gym with SIL

The girls stayed up really late Friday night. We had an absolute blast! We devoured Kneaders as soon as got to the amazing hotel room and then went straight to the pool.

Whit and her cute babe in the back=)

our kitchen, we were spoiled!

Our view

The pictures are kind of dark because the room was dark, go figure.

The girls minus my MIL

There was a Jacuzzi, pool, steam room, and sauna. I can’t remember the last time that I actually swam. When I take J to the pool I usually just float around with him. Not last night, my MIL tried to teach the breast stroke, I failed, miserably.

We all stayed up super late doing our nails, eating chocolate and strawberries, and  talking. What we do best=)

Don’t you love hotel carpet? Makes a great back drop

Saturday Whit and I woke up and headed to the gym. This was her first run post baby and she rocked it! 2 miles and then she followed up with abs. I skipped the abs and ran a bit more.

We headed back so she could feed baby and then we were headed to the outlets for shopping! But not before this happened, oops.

Seriously, such a fun girls night with family and friends. We decided we will be taking these trips monthly, I’m sure the hubs will be okay with that, right? PS he sent me this pic of J. They clearly were having fun without me anyway.

Where’s your favorite getaway destination?

Do you like your cinnamon rolls gooey or crunchy?

 

Big Decisions, and I need your help

Workout

Friday- 3.4 miles outside

I met up with my early morning running group. There were 3 of us today and the girls rocked it. I love when people get excited about running like I do.

I also tried my new Brook Pure Flow 2′s for our short run. I’m not ready to do a full review since I only ran 3 miles. I can tell they’re definitely different than my Nike’s so we’ll see=)

Big Decisions

Speaking of new running shoes that are not Nike’s. This brings me to a big decision to make. Ever since I started getting into running and racing I’ve had the Nike + sport band. I love it. It’s simple, tells me my pace, mile, time, calories burned, and time elapsed.

But can only tell you one of those things at a time

In order to use it, you have to have a Nike shoe that has a spot to insert the Nike + chip.  If I keep the sport band, the other option is ordering a little pouch to attach to a non Nike shoe for $10.

Or. . .

My other options are ordering a Garmin or Nike Sportswatch. That way I could wear whatever shoe I wanted and still be able to track my miles, pace, time, etc for about $150-$200. I’m not looking to buy right away, I want to do some research and hear what you have to say.

So, I need your help. If you wear a running watch, what kind do you wear? What do you like or dislike about it?

Anyone run with a Nike Sport band and just use a pouch for a non Nike shoe?

Let me know, what you think, thanks!

Fun Friday Facts 14.0

I’ve gotta start today’s post by wishing my SIL Jessica a BIG Happy Birthday! She actually shares a Bday with my mom, but I wanted to make sure she was cool making an appearance on the blog;) Jessica is a mom of 3 of the most beautiful little girls ever!  More importantly she makes the best desserts ever. Seriously, melt in your mouth, dreamy desserts!

Workout

Thursday- 3 miles

I had a crazy busy morning yesterday since I was really lazy Wednesday because I wasn’t feeling well. Luckily, it wasn’t the flu because I feel great today and I was able to get all my errands done. My cupboards are now stalked and it’s thanks to all of you and your great snack ideas! Seriously, thanks!

One of the errands was extremely important. I got to cash in my Mother’s Day gift. My husband knows me so well, and really knows how to catch on to all the hints I hinted at;)

How do you like my photog skills? By propping the shoe up it really captures the sleek angles doesn’t it?

Fun Friday Facts

1. Yesterday after all the running around we got to chill at the pool. J is a pro in the pool now(he cried on Monday for 5 min afraid of the water) and can even swim after me in his floaty, which he loves.

2. Last Sunday we got to talk to my BIL who is in Malaysia on a church mission. It amazes me how far technology has come. We got to talk to him and see him, what a blessing!

3. I used to carry Taco Bell hot sauce around with me or always have a stash of it at home. My cousins and I would eat Taco Bell more often than I’d like to admit. Recently, I’ve found a better hot sauce, and now my purse if full of them. Ya never know when your gonna need some extra hot sauce. . .

I’m so excited, this weekend me and my SIL’s and MIL get to go on a girl’s night out in Park City. Josh is watching J and there’s spa’s involved. Can’t wait!

What’s your favorite hot sauce?

What running shoe are you currently loving?

 

 

Kick Ball is not for the weak

I’ve gotta start by saying a HUGE Happy Birthday to this beautiful lady! Seriously, I love her so much!!! Happy Birthday MOM!!!

Workout

Wednesday- 4 miles + abs

My workouts after a rest day are usually pretty awesome. Unfortunately, yesterday’s was not. My stomach hasn’t been feeling well and I really hope this isn’t the flu=( Of course I don’t regret the workout, I went nice and slow and listened to 300 Violin Orchestra by Jorge Quintero on repeat. That song makes me feel like I’m an Olympic runner, so go ahead, listen to it.

PS My house gets so hot in the morning, I may need to start using the fan. . .

We played kick ball with a bunch of people from the neighborhood the other night. Actually we watched them all play.

People were sliding and getting cuts and bruises! Good thing we just watched from the side lines and played with the cutest pup around.

And then dad stopped by after his bike ride. J is completely a daddy’s boy. It makes me happy that they have such a sweet relationship. I better have a girl next so she can be a mommy’s girl. That’s how it works right?

Random Note: I’m completely out of groceries. I meant to go 2 days ago but life got busy. Now the house is quite bare. What kind of snacks, recipes, go to meals have you been loving lately?? I’m bored with my usual grocery haul, help me out!

 

Horses and Rest

Workout

Tuesday- Rest

A complete rest day. No weights, no cross training, just rest. I had planned on running in the a.m. my clothes were laid out and the alarm was set. When I awoke I felt great, but just felt like I needed to take a rest day. It was hard, I kept staring at my running clothes as they tempted me from the floor, but I didn’t give in.

Somedays, you just need to rest and listen to your body. Tomorrow’s run will be fantastic=)

Monday night for family night we headed to my in-laws. We had another delicious BBQ that included burgers, watermelon, potato salad, and all the other usual suspects. Dessert on the other hand was far from the norm. I present to you, homemade mint oreo cheesecake! The picture doesn’t do it justice, but believe my taste buds, it was delish!

After dinner we headed out to let the boys ride the horses. My inlaws board (and own) horses. J loves them and will sit out there shoving carrots and grass through the fence all day. Well, yesterday his dreams came true and he rode Hollis. Of course he was terrified at first, he’s just a cautious kid and I love it.

We always love playing with cousins and the night couldn’t have ended any better.

view when we got home

Have you ever ridden a horse?

Ever have days where you just know you need to rest?

Mint Oreo lovers out there??

Pool Day and Running(this is it)

Workout

Monday- 6 miles with Heather + Shoulder workout

I’m not sure a Monday could get any better than the Monday I had yesterday. I know Mondays are usually awful for the rest of the world, but for this stay at home mom it’s the best! I love getting back into routine and I really love the flexibility of my job;)

Yesterday I woke up early and headed out for a wonderful run with Heather. Seriously, all of my running buddy dreams have come true. We literally live a couple houses down from each other, enjoy getting our runs done in the morning, and her strength is speed! She is going to teach me how to be faster and I’m going to help her run longer distances. Match made in running heaven!

When I got home I was just in time. J had just woke up and was ready for bath time! Although he looks adorable, I’m not quite sure why I bathed him since we were going to the pool in a few hours.

Yup, the pool! It’s that time of year and I already told my friends if they need to find me, I’ll be in this spot for the rest of forever!

 

This is it

I remember when J was born I struggled with finding my  new routine. It was a shock for me to know that I wouldn’t be able to do what I used to when I wanted to. Luckily, I was able to adjust, move on, and now my new norm works for me and J. Although I had found a new routine, I still longed to be able to workout at a decent hour, but still have it be ‘my time’.

I’m finally at that place. J sleeps really well and sleeps through the night. By the time I get home from my run at 7:30am he’s just getting up. I’m so grateful for this time in my life and I definitely want to live it up.

I think part of life is finding the good in every stage that you’re in. Finding joy in your journey is so important.

What joy are you finding in your life right now?

Anyone else getting some pool time?

What’s your favorite summer activity?

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Mother’s Day and Goals

Let’s begin where we left off, oh yes, Saturday. Saturday I got to meet up with these pretty ladies. Seriously, I love making friends through blogging, I’m not sure I know how to do it any other way. . .

Janae, Ashley, Annette

That night, I went to an event with the hubs. He owns a DJ business called All Star Events. It was a surprise party for a lady turning 50! It got pretty crazy. . . for UT anyway=)

phone pic, not the best

Grandma watched J and my SIL sent me this pic. I always know he’s having a good time at Grandma’s house. Not to mention we got back at 10 pm, J was still awake and eating ice cream with Grandpa. Let’s just say, he didn’t want to go home.

Mother’s day we went to my in-laws after church for dinner. My FIL always makes Mother’s day dinner and he never disappoints.

I’m so lucky to have such a wonderful mother. It was fun to celebrate her last week and celebrate my MIL this week. I feel like I won the MIL jackpot. We can always talk, hang out, and laugh together. I love her so much! Seriously, my heart swells when I think about how great my mom and MIL are.

Last Week Goals Review

1. Drink more water. Fail.

2. Plant raspberries. Check, yay!

Instagram: Sharsti

3. Tempo runs. I did 2 ‘faster’ runs. this week.

New Goals 5/13-19

1. Drink more water, for reals.

2. Get a long(ish) run in 8-10 miles.

3. Enjoy the beautiful weather we’re expecting this week with the fam.

CHECK BACK THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE PRO COMPRESSION GIVEAWAY WINNER!!!!!!!

Tell me something you’re working on.

Who’s training for a race? How’s it going?

Who got the best Mother’s Day gift?

Shoes, baby, and another BBQ

Workout

Friday- 6 miles, 2.5 on my own, 3.5 with V

It was a great run. It’s getting so light out here in UT in the mornings, it makes me so happy! V and I had a great time catching up, as always. She was smart enough to wear sunglasses, it was bright!

That afternoon me and my SIL’s went to get our feet analyzed. My SIL just had a baby and they are both training for a half marathon in October.

We all put on Nike Free’s to run in because they are a ‘neutral shoe.’ I snuck pics of my SIL Whitney doing her test, um ya she just had a baby 4 weeks ago…

I found out I run pretty normal and don’t have any major issues. I currently run in Nike Lunarglides and I feel like they’re too clunky for me. I tried on these Altra’s and I may be in love. I may or may not know what my Mother’s Day gift is(hint, hint).

Then I got to hold Whit’s baby, I love lil baby hands=)

That night our neighbor invited us over for homemade pizzas. They have such a fun backyard, and J loves all the attention the other kids give him. I didn’t get a pic of my food, and I’m totally regretting it. I can’t wait to get the recipe for the delicious pesto, mozzarella, basil pizza Kim made. I brought watermelon, can’t have a proper BBQ without watermelon.

baby love=) and dinosaur in hand, of course

Saturday- 5 miles with Heather

Heather just moved into my neighborhood and the minute I heard she ran we became instant BFF’s (she doesn’t know it yet). When she texted me Friday wanting to run yesterday I was more than willing! There’s something different about getting to know someone through running. You always talk about more meaningful stuff than you would when you’re just chatting over lunch.

Tonight the hubs and I get to go on a date and I’m very excited! Happy Saturday, hope everyone’s weekend is awesome!

Anyone get their feet analyzed latley?

Who’s eating watermelon this weekend?

Happy Mother’s day to all you wonderful mothers, or soon to be mothers!!

Fun Friday Facts: Loves Edition

Workout

Thursday- warm up on the bike + ab workout from Nike Training Club

I wanted to die, I didn’t even finish the whole 15 min ab workout! All I know is I’m sore and these ab workouts are no joke!

Fun Friday Facts: Loves Edition

1. I’m loving Spring colored nails. The colors are bright and they make me happy.

2. I’m loving playing at the park with friends. It’s so nice to get out of our house from a long winter.

3. I’m loving that it’s BBQ season. That may be my favorite part about warmer weather. A huge plate of fresh fruit, pasta salad and burgers! (I know my sliver of  burger is a joke, but it was important that I save room for dessert, it was delicious!)

4. I’m loving my neighborhood. Salt Lake is the new LA because Tupac is back and lives nearby. Be jealous. But seriously, I really love my neighborhood and the beautiful sunsets I get to see.

What are you loving?

Happy Friday, hope everyone remembered it’s Mother’s Day this weekend! Wink, wink;)