Yes, it finally happened…and super fast!

Tuesday,  I tweeted about needing a new/used HRM.  Minutes later sweet Lauren, a  twitter/blogger friend, came to the rescue!

Lauren’s bf had a Garmin for sale and it was in great shape…barely used.

I’m so excited to get back into running and participate in races. I have my first group run this Saturday with BGR! Dallas and two 5ks in May.

This Garmin is my new BFF!

Wish me Luck, I now need to sit down and figure out my new gadget.

Are you new to running or getting back into it?  Do you have a new gadget that you love?

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Happy to say I will be attending the 2nd annual Healthy Living Summit in August.  I’ve never been to Chicago, so if anyone knows of places to eat and visit, please let me know.

I came home just in time to purchase my ticket Wednesday night after Zumba class and a 2 mile run.

Loving my new Yoga top, purchased for a measly $1.99 @ Old Navy. Woohoo gotta love that store; the tank kept me nice and cool during Zumba.

Freaking out…

I’ve been slacking in the running department lately…shame on me. I’m running this 5k with Kyra from A Foodie Gets Fit on Saturday for ”Run for Retrievers”; can’t wait to meet her in person.  I’m focusing on fun rather than time, but I know I may change my mind at the last minute before the race begins.

Snack Attack.

Last night called for a late night smoothie since my body is craving fruits. Some weeks I go heavy on veggies but slack on fruit; not on purpose.

My smoothie contained:

• 1 cup strawberries
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 packet Amazing Grass Green Food

 Happy Friday.

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Working two different positions at work is going great so far. I’ve been quite busy so excuse my absence from updating and reading.  I also did not feel the need to update the blog and bore readers with repeat meals.

Last night, I used virgin coconut oil to cook YUMMY chicken.

Yes! good ole fashion fried chicken.

The Way to a Southern Girl’s Heart

I’ve eaten 80% clean this week besides gobbling up the strawberry bread.  I have to say I rarely miss fried foods, but I can’t resist the smell and taste of fried chicken.

My first time cooking fried chicken and it was a success!

Chicken, green beans and a tomato/cucumber salad

French Toast on a Saturday

Ingredients:

1. 1 egg
2. 1 tsp cinnamon
3. 1 tsp vanilla extract
4. 1/4 cup Almond Breeze
5. 1 banana

Drizzled with agave nectar

Fitness:

A 3 mile run courtesy of Missy, in the cold. I initially bundled up for a quick walk in the park, but she insisted on running.  I left the camera at home but here she is afterward relaxing on the couch.  She’s got a sheet, we let her sit on…too much dog hair!

Can you tell she is tired?

Have a great Weekend!

Any Super Bowl plans, who are you cheering for tomorrow?

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