Happy Sunday, friendly faces!
I hope everyone over on the east coast managed to stay safe and dry this weekend, especially those who had (have?) races scheduled. Our weather hasn’t been terrible, by comparison, but it’s not exactly anything to write home about either. Cloudy, windy, wet, cold. They told us we might even get some snow, but the white stuff has yet to make an appearance so let’s hope it stays that way.
But enough about the weather — you’re here for some good reads and I’m here to give you some. Along with a little sneak peak of what’s coming at your lovely faces tomorrow…
… and what I’m enjoying as.we.speak. What? I test recipes multiple times, which usually means I have multiple batches lying around. And if that means having to eat delicious breakfast bakes for dinner, then I guess that’s just a sacrifice I’m going to have to make…
See your lovely faces tomorrow! Have an awesome Sunday.
For my head…
. fitness .
Taper Strategies Q&A Style via The Cookie ChRUNicles.
I hear tapers can be a confusing time for people, so having some concrete answers of how you should go about doing it is always helpful.
7 Fitness Myths That Are Wasting Your Time and Energy via Mind Body Green.
With all the information out there, it’s hard to know which to believe and which to discount. Always approach everything with a critical mind.
I’m A Fitness Professional, But I Was So Photoshopped That I Didn’t Recognize Myself via Mind Body Green.
Such a refreshing read about the unrealistic images set forth by the fitness industry and why we need to exercise to feel good, not to look like some unattainable ideal.
. health .
How Much Should I Sit In A Day? via Popsugar.
We know that too much sitting is bad for our health, but too much standing isn’t the best either. Combine a mix of both for maximum health.
8 Causes of Anxiety and Depression That We Often Overlook via Mind Body Green.
You would never think that some of these physical conditions could actually affect our mental state.
. life .
120 Books You Just Can’t Put Down via List Challenges.
A list of some pretty great books to look at if you’re in the market for something new to read.
This Loving Family Changed This Stray Dog’s Life Forever via Dose.
Heart = melted. A must-read for any dog lover.
Changing Habits via HSP Health.
A really great read for how to go about changing self-destructive habits if you’re a highly sensitive person.
21 DIY Makeup Organizing Solutions via DIY & Crafts.
This seriously makes me want to bust out the paint brushes and glue gun. Great DIY projects that you can use for a lot more than just makeup.
. blogging .
My Top Pinterest Tips via Amy Lynn Andrews.
Lots of really helpful tips on everything from starting up with Pinterest to how to maximize your pinning.
10 Ways to Increase Your Page Views via Crazy Little Projects.
Love these detailed explanations about ways to drive more traffic to your blog.
How to Create a Successful Social Media Strategy via Autumn Leaves Blog.
Good things to think about if you want to come up with a social media schedule that works and doesn’t take up all of your time.
How to Be An Efficient Blogger via The Turquoise Home.
With so many things that always need to be done, blogging can get overwhelming fast. These are some great tips on how to keep yourself from going crazy.
A Quick Guide to Understanding Your DSLR Camera via Kevin & Amanda.
An easy-to-understand guide on what to do with all those dials on your DSLR.
For my belly…
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowl via Hummusapien.
Because it’s never too cold for smoothies, and they taste better when eaten with a spoon.
Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Breakfast Bread via The Paleo Running Momma.
I honestly can’t believe this is grain-free! I’d eat the entire loaf, and I’m not even Paleo.
Healthy No Bake Snickerdoodle Bites via The Big Man’s World.
I seriously can’t believe these are no-bake! Awesome if you’re getting tired of pumpkin.
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Caramel Cups via Blissful Basil.
Love the spicy fall twist on this thick and creamy smoothie!
Chipotle Sweet Potato and Lentil Chili via Making Thyme for Health.
Not only do the flavours in this chili sound incredible, but it’s made in one pot and vegan and gluten-free.
Single Serve Clean Chocolate Mug Cake via Amy’s Healthy Baking.
If my microwave wasn’t broken right now, I’d make this in a heartbeat. Looks amazing!
Best-Ever Vegan Pumpkin Spice Muffins via Apple of my Eye.
You would never be able to tell that these soft and fluffy muffins are made without dairy or eggs!
Chocolate Cherry Energy Bites via Cotter Crunch.
Not only is this a killer combo, but it’s packed with antioxidants too!
Your links…
3 things you did yesterday; 3 things you’re doing today. Go!
Yesterday: did some cross training at the gym, finally got to the mall to do some shopping, and worked on blog stuff.
Today: going to church, meeting a friend for coffee, and going to my parents’ for dinner.
More places to find me!
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Twitter — runwithspoons
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oh my goodness, that pumpkin smoothie bowl looks incredible!
white stuff? what’s that? kidding. but really, i’m in flip flops and it’s 90F. Ugh, i need to visit you and drink coffee. K?
xxoox
The door is always open! Except for when I’m not home. And even when I’m home, because…. #strangerdanger 😆
Love all these fall-inspired recipes you’ve linked! That pumpkin pie smoothie bowl is calling my name.
3 things I’m doing today: listening to a free outdoor concert, grocery shopping, and ironing my clothes for work next week (yeah, I’m lame). Happy Sunday!
Pretty much spent all weekend at home, because I don’t want to believe that summer is over. So not ready for the cold yet haha
Also, thanks for all the great links. Fell into an internet black hole reading them all and almost forgot to comment LOL
#storyofmylife. Hope you’re having a great day, Giselle!
I can’t wait for the recipe tomorrow!
Yesterday I realized it was actually fall/October. It’s so easy to lose track of the seasons when the weather is either hot and sunny or cold and foggy haha.
Yesterday: Long run, went to an event for the blog, sushi with a friend
Today: Run, maybeeeee trekking to Ikea, working on a project!
Happy Sunday, Amanda. Sadly, today I will be staying home all day memorizing choreography for a class I have to teach tomorrow. Thanks for sharing these great links. Enjoy your day! 🙂
Thanks for sharing these links! I liked the post about how to be an efficient blogger. I can definitely relate to blogging from the couch, which is what I am doing right now 🙂 I’ve been working on an office but haven’t cleaned everything up well enough to use it. Maybe that post will give me some motivation! I am in NC and has been super rainy here. My front yard kind of flooded a little bit but it looks better today. Hope you’re having a good weekend!
As someone who works from home, I can definitely attest to the fact that setting up an office space makes a huge difference. So… this is me remind you to clean up your office 😛
That fitness myths article was very interesting!!!
Definitely checking out the book list…even though I think I already have about 40 on my to-read list already!
Yesterday: sat in a car for 11 hours or so (holy long day road tripping), ate Subway for dinner, went to the Little Bighorn Monument
Today: going to Wall Drugs in Wall, South Dakota, driving, and then driving some more.
Just a teeeeeeny bit jealous. I love road trips!
Thank for sharing my post! Means a lot to me 🙂 The weather is improving here and thankfully, as you know, I was able to get my race in yesterday. I hope everyone else could too!
That Sweet Potato Lentil Stew looks perfect for me. It’s right up my alley.
Also, I’ve actually read a ton of books on that list, which of course makes me feel all literary and fancy. Note: bring lots of book when you come. I suspect we’ll do some fire place lounging and hot cocoa drinking.
Yesterday: I had friends over for brunch, which was a smashing success if I do say so myself and I do. Then I made an apple pie and went to the in-laws for dinner, which means today I might do absolutely nothing and that’s totally ok.
That Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew sounds fantastic. Also it’s only 9:30 a.m. and for some reason I’m starving. So unlike me this early.
Also I’m happy to report I read a ton of those books. Speaking of which, bring some good ones. I see lots of fires and hot chocolate in our future.
Yesterday: I had friends over for brunch, made an apple pie and dinner with the in-laws. Pretty impressive, which means today I might do a whole lot of nothing, aside from a little blog reading that is. I’m not making any commitments though.
If it makes you feel any better, I’m usually starving by 5:30am 😛 And books, fires, and chocolate sound wonderful. I can’t wait.
Yesterday spent time with friends, played with their kids, and pretty much relaxed in anticipation for today…my race. I am surprisingly nervous but still hopeful I will do just fine. Wish me luck!
I hope you had an awesome race, Daisy!
Great links! I love the ‘120 books you just can’t put down’ and the science side of me loves the ‘8 causes of anxiety and depression that we often overlook’ because it is SO TRUE and I’ve seen it way to often. When our bodies physiologically aren’t functioning at an optimal or even partially optimal level it will create a psychological response – but I think it’s so easy to separate physical health and mental health in our minds. On the weather note, I think it starts raining every time I step outside??
I’ve definitely picked up on the physical-mental connection before! I notice my anxiety and attention are a lot harder to manage when my stomach is acting up or my food isn’t digesting properly.
Hopefully it won’t snow yet for you! It’s supposed to finally cool off in AZ the next two days by 20 degrees.
Thanks for the link love! You’re awesome!
I’m getting ready for my race now…looks cool and breezy, but dry, thank goodness, here in New England!
Hope you had a great race, Alyssa!
Once again, the back-tracking of responses.