Happy Sunday, friendly faces! Two things before we get into the links this week.
First, did you catch yesterday’s post for these double chocolate protein fudge bars? Because you definitely don’t want to miss the deliciousness of that one — and that’s not just me being biased 😛
Second, please tell me that you’ve seen the Minions movie… because if you haven’t, then you need to drop what you’re doing and get your butt to the theatre. Just remember to come back, tell me you can’t remember the last time you laughed that hard, and then go check out some of the awesome links that I’ve got for you this week 🙂
For my head…
. fitness .
50 Health Benefits of Exercise and Physical Activity via Coach Calorie.
Basically… there are a lot of good reasons to keep yourself active.
13 Free Apps That Are Better Than A Gym Membership via Buzzfeed.
A list of pretty nifty apps that’ll help you get a good workout in without setting foot in a gym.
. health .
The Point of Being Healthy via Full of Life.
Yes, yes, YES! What’s the point of doing everything you can to be “healthy” if it consumes your entire life?
Eye Exercises to Prevent Vision Problems via Exercises for Eyes.
I know it might sound a little goofy, but I tried these and my eyes definitely felt better afterwards. Good for when you’re doing a lot of computer work!
7 Signs of Stress You Did Not Know via Aarti Informatics.
Stress can manifest itself in so many different ways, and it’s good to be aware of them so that you can up your stress management game.
7 Simple Rules for How to Take a Nap via Mental Floss.
Naps can be a godsend on those days where you didn’t manage to catch enough sleep, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to go about taking them.
15 Researched-Backed Sleep Hacks via Dailyburn.
Useful hacks that can help you feel more energized on those days where you didn’t manage to get a good night’s sleep.
. life .
23 Parents Who Shouldn’t Text via Dose.com.
😆 Dying. I wish my parents were this creative.
Why Your Brain Hates Slowpokes via Nautilus.
An interesting read about why we get annoyed when things are going slowly… and what to do to change that.
7 Things You Gain When You Let Go of Control via Marc and Angel Hack Life.
Really, really great read for all the control freaks out there. Letting go really isn’t as bad as we think.
. blogging .
Organization Tips for Efficient Blogging via The SITS Girls.
If you find yourself feeling like you never have enough time to get your blog work done, these tips might help!
Overwhelmed by Blogging? 4 Ways to Get Over It via Knotsvilla.
The time it takes to blog can seriously be no joke, but following these tips can help keep you from getting overwhelmed.
Simple Blogging Tips to Connect with Your Readers via The SITS Girls.
Developing a better connection with your readers makes blogging that much more enjoyable, and these useful tips can help you develop that connection.
The No-Fail Formula For Getting More Traffic via Launch Ladies.
An interesting read about where you should direct most of your efforts if you want your blog to grow.
For my belly…
Baked Parmesan Zucchini Chips via Apple of My Eye.
While I’m not usually crazy about zucchini, these would be impossible for even me to pass up. Holy.yum.
Lemon Coconut No-Bake Bites via Hummusapien.
That soft and chewy doughiness, though <3 And the flavours? I die.
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies via The Cookie ChRUNicles.
In love with the ingredients in these (what’s up, coconut flour!), and the soft and chewy texture looks to.die.for.
Apricot Oatmeal Crumble Bars via Making Thyme for Health.
Crumble bars will always have my heart, and these look both delicious and healthy
3 Ingredient Paleo Pizza Bases via The Big Man’s World.
And the best part? There’s no cauliflower!
Nut-Free Double Chocolate Molasses Granola via The Vegan 8.
I could see this being very, very dangerous if I had it around. The chocolate molasses combo is pretty amazing.
Your links…
3 things you did yesterday; 3 things you’re doing today. Go!
Yesterday: made an emergency grocery run [for jelly beans], did some blog & work work, and went to see the Minions movie.
Today: going to church, studying, and going over to my parents’ for dinner.
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thanks for all these links!! checking out the eye one right now – i always feel like my eyeballs have such a bashing during the day. i gotta do more for these puppies!!
The protein bars look amazingly yummy! Last week you were talking about coloring books. Inside a weekly magazine that comes out in the Sunday paper they had an article on coloring books! If you’d like to read it it’s at Parade.com 50 Shades of Happy. I enjoyed the article and am looking into getting a book or two after your blog and this article. Who doesn’t need destressing!
Thanks!
Thanks for the good read, Anne! They’ve been popping up everywhere lately as a good form of stress management, and I can definitely attest to the fact that they help quieten the mind down some 🙂
Thank you so much for linking to my nut-free Chocolate Molasses Granola, that was so nice of you! It is very addicting, haha!
Okay, I was just laughing out loud in the Buffalo airport at the Parents Who’s Shouldn’t Text. I needed that! It’s been a randomly weepy weekend.
Yesterday: Taught a PT workshop, Wrote a blog post, Missed my kids
Today: Already ran at 5am, drove past Lake Erie, Flying home to the fam!
Aww those randomly weepy days can be the worst. Hope you’re feeling better!
Love the blogging tips! Yesterday: took GRIT, ate 2 smoothie bowls, and painted on my kitchen cabinets. Today: BODYPUMP practice, blogging, and colored with Matilda.
Yum! I mostly go straight down to the food links on Sunday, they always sound good!
3 things I did yesterday: went to the beach, got sucked into “good sales” at Old Navy, and lots of pleasure reading
Today: went to work, I’m headed to church soon, and I think I’ll make some cookies!
Thanks for the awesome link up again! Yesterday: went on a run, made a recipe, ate sushi, Today : slept in unusually late, went to the fruit market, gonna see grand parents
can’t wait to try ALL those recipes!
Oh those bars look so yum! Some serious chocolate craving going on over here…
Yesterday: slept in, did some yoga and went to a San Juan fiesta
Today: blogging, studying and attempting to satisfy said chocolate craving…
That “7 Signs of Stress” article is great! It’s pretty amazing how our bodies talk to us and tell us what they need. Thanks for sharing.
Yesterday: Worked out with my husband, saw Minions, celebrated my friend’s birthday, and met another friend for dinner!
Today: Homework, cleaning, and watching Tour de France…super exciting, right?
Ooh ok I definitely need to read the article about slowpoke haters – I struggle with patience at the best of times and should probably learn to get a hold of that! Seriously though – slow walkers? I have places to be, people! #issues…
Ha! Yup. It’s bad enough for me when I’m walking, and that’s saying nothing of when I’m in a car. Oi.
Hi Amanda! I haven’t seen the movie and probably won’t … I NEVER go to the movies unless I’m dying to see something. But I’m glad you enjoyed it, it looks pretty funny. Great links above! I’ve got some reading of these to do, and other than that … work and group fitness prep! All day every day! 🙂 Happy Sunday!
Damn you and all your interesting sounding links. I only have a couple minutes and now I’ve got twelve tabs open. One, the Parmesan Zucchini Chips, might come into play today. I’ve got my sister, brother and nephew (the ones who usually live in Belgium) stopping by for lunch today….in about 2 hours, and I still need to clean the house, cook everything, shower, go to the grocery store, etc.. and yet here I sit, reading links. Back to my original point. Damn you and your interesting content.
Happy Sunday.
Sorry I’m not sorry 😛 But, given that it’s you, I have no doubt that you managed to do it all and then some.
Awwwww thanks for sharing my cookies! I really do like how they came out and totally love the flavor. I hope you try them, let me know what you think 🙂
Haha glad you seem to like the movie as much as I do! My husband and I quoted the movie for the whole week. So freaking hilarious! 😀
I knew you’d be a fan too! #minions4lyfe
I’m going to need to see that movie stat. Study break!
There haven’t been that many good movies this year so glad to hear you had a positive review! The bars sound amazing.
I’ve been wanting to see that movie! I’m always skeptical if they’re going to be good. There haven’t been too many goods ones out this year. I could really use a good laugh after the car accident.
Have you seen the Despicable Me movies? If you like those, then I have a feeling you’ll love this one too!
I haven’t seen the Minions movie! Just saw Inside Out so that’s next on my list. Thanks for all the great links…love this wrap up.
Three things yesterday: run, work and work (all day, boo).
Three things today: yoga, massage (!!) and lunch with a friend. Have a great Sunday!
I need to see the Minions movie. Thanks for the tip! And second morning drooling over the fudge bars 🙂
wham, bam thank you M’AAM.