I hope you are all well! I had an amazing weekend and enjoyed a splurge or two (or three!) with some time with the hubby on our Day Date, great friends - both old and new, kicked my To-Do list's butt yesterday and enjoyed some time with my son while we set up the Christmas tree together.
It's weekends like this that remind me of why it's important to be fit and healthy. I'm striving to be fit and healthy so I can enjoy my life! So I'm not too tired to have a busy day of running around, shopping, laughing and bowling (that counts as a workout, right? I was hurling that ball like no other! Oh, and won 2 of 3 games! Can you tell I'm a little competitive?). Also, I've met some really great people in my quest to be fit - the folks that I work out with are so much fun! And, I'm not sure, but I think all the upper body exercise really paid off this weekend - the hubster and I became Grand Champions of Beer Pong! Ok, maybe that wasn't the healthiest sport, but it was fun and we don't do that kind of thing often (heck, ever!). I have energy to play with my kiddo, the pups, get the shopping done, clean the house, and keep on going...
What I'm trying to say is that these are the reasons to make good choices - so you can LIVE the life you LOVE!
I'm also really excited to share with you a pre-New Years change in my house. The hubster is going to make an effort to enjoy clean eating! This is a big deal. Why? Because he is a finicky eater. That is, he doesn't enjoy trying new things or experimenting with veggies. He likes what he likes, and "if he liked it, he would have had it already."
The exciting thing is that he's seen the positive changes in my life, energy, and physical health and wants to enjoy the positive benefits of eating healthier food. I'm so excited for him!
Tonight we had a very simple chicken, marinaded in balsamic vinaigrette and broiled in the oven, along with steamed green beans with red pepper and carrots, and orange (Cuties!) sections. I've picked up the ingredients and will be putting together tomorrow's dinner before bed tonight so it's an easy post workday meal. I'm making a clean Italian Baked Ziti, and serving with a green salad. I'll add zucchini and red pepper slices to half of the dish because I just can't get enough veggies! I'll let you know how it goes - and if my picky eater enjoys this clean recipe.
There are opportunities all over to get active before the Big Apple drops on New Years Eve - indoor recreational leagues for basketball and volleyball, bowling, dancing, workouts at your favorite gym or studio, and even walking with your furry boys.
You never know who you are an inspiration to - so don't give up your healthy habits. It's not just good for you, it's good for those who believe in you.
Gotta run out with the pups, so until next time!
<3 Jen
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