Hello and happy Friday! Is it snowing where you live? Hope you’re all stocked up on almond butter and wine, you know, the important things.
See previous “currently” posts: December, November, October, September, August
Current book: These “currently” posts should keep me accountable, but they’re failing in the book category. I was in the middle of “What Alice Forgot” (like I have been for a while) and stopped to read “It Starts With Food.” I finished that one but just picked “Alice” back up again. I very generously let my sister and mom read it during vacation so the delay isn’t completely my fault ;)
Current song: I’m having flashbacks to middle school and loving Panic! At the Disco’s “LA Devotee.” AWESOME workout song…give it a try. It’s on my most recent Spotify spinning playlist, too.
Current drink: Water. I’ve been so thirsty in the last week or so that I just can’t quench my thirst (#Gatorade)
Current guilty pleasure: Leisure (and slightly extravagant) breakfasts. I’ve been on a breakfast kick lately (see below) and have been taking extra time to make vegetables and potatoes fresh in the morning. Usually I make a big batch on the weekends but chopping and roasting in the morning doesn’t bother me because I have the free time. Eating a slow breakfast while watching the news will always be a favorite of mine.
Current food: Continuing from above…If you saw my post on Monday then you already know that I’ve been loving savory breakfasts. Sautéed kale (with turmeric), roasted carrots, sweet potatoes, asparagus, avocado and/or whatever we have on hand. Plus a fried egg on top.
Current new-to-me item/activity: So this isn’t necessarily new but it’s been a LONG time since I’ve done it…Les Mills BODYPUMP! I started taking BODYPUMP during my sophomore year of high school and went regularly (2 – 3x a week) until college. I love(d) so much about it. Now that I’m back in town I’ve been testing out different gyms to join and one of the gyms offers PUMP. I took two classes this week and I feel so freaking good.
Current need: to renew magazine subscriptions. Major first world problem but magazines are kind of my favorite.
Current workout: Running + Spinning. Yes, two things you haven’t seen a lot of lately. Injury update next week!
Current procrastination: Folding laundry. I may be out of college, but I’ll never be out of excuses to fold laundry.
Current blessing: Supportive parents.
Current mood: Excited! A main reason is….
Current excitement: I’m planning a trip to California! My cousins and I are heading out to LA and San Diego in early March and I’m so excited. Fun fact: I used to live in Southern California but haven’t been back in like 10 years. Any must-do/must-see suggestions? Part of me hopes I’ll love it and want to move there…my mom isn’t so fond of that.
Current e-card/funny quote: I have two for ya because I couldn’t choose….
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Have a great weekend! Stay warm wherever you are.
I’ve never taken a bodypump class and my running coach is pretty adamant about me not taking extra classes right now. She was like…yea you can do that after May (my race lol)
My favorite workout playlist is the Ke$ha station on Pandora. She has my heart.
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Yeah I would wait until after your race too :) Ke$ha always has catchy, upbeat workout songs!
I am such a magazine person too! It’s so bad. It might be for the same reasons we love blogging and instagram and all that kind of stuff. We should have known we would be bloggers! I’m dying for that injury update!
Margaret @ youngandrungry recently posted…Chocolate Trail Mix Power Balls [Paleo & Vegan]
I’ve never thought of it that way but it makes so much sense! I’m such a harder too. I have issues from years and years ago.
EMILY!!!!!!!!!!!!! When you come to San Diego CAN WE PLEASE MEET UP AND DO SOMETHING FUN!!! Okay the fact you’re coming made my day- I need to show you my favorite hiking trail + whole foods ;)
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I’m going with my cousins but I bet we can meet up for a smoothie or something. Would LOVE to meet you!
Oooh I can’t wait to hear the update!! Sounds like good news! I’ve never taken Bodypump, but I keep seeing people on Instagram talking about it!! No answer for current favorite workout song because I’ve actually really been enjoying running without any media lately. If I’m on the treadmill, I’ll listen to a podcast or two but no music the past few weeks!
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I wish Bodypump was offered at every gym. Such a good and fun workout. Oh what podcasts are you listening to? I need to get back into those!
I LOVE roasted carrots. I can’t eat them raw now- only roasted, they are that good. I am dying to try a body pump class!
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I MUCH prefer roasted too! Especially with cinnamon.
It is currently flurrying, but we aren’t supposed to get much in Chicago. Going back to a place that you used to live is the best. I’m getting the itch to go back to Vail, CO (we didn’t live there, but we went every year for nearly 10 years). Have a great weekend!
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I love that area of CO, even though I don’t ski…Just so pretty!
I miss group power (body pump) so much!!!!! Now it’s been 3 years :'( My first ever dive into real strength training! I old those memories dear :P
And extravagant breakfasts sounds rather perfectly pleasing ;) A wonderful way to start the day!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine recently posted…Friday Finisher 1/22/16
I’ve missed it so much! I used to go after school with my best friends and it was the best.
I have been eating savory breakfasts again too, after a long kick of sweet ones. I love eggs with avocado and anything else. I wish you were coming to Norcal instead of San Diego!! I want to meet you. But, it’s beautiful there so I’m excited for you! <3
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Trust me, I want to go to Norcal too. Hopefully sooner than later :)
Take me with you to California! Ah that sounds like a blast! I haven’t taken an actual Body Pump class but one of the gyms at my school offers a class that is pretty much Body Pump, minus the brand name. I only did it once but have been meaning to get back into it because I loved it!
Brie @ Lean, Clean, & Brie recently posted…{Friday Favorites} 1/22
Definitely go take it! Especially if it’s free at your gym :)
Your trip to California sounds like it will be so much fun! I went there once during 8th grade but the highlights for me at the time were going to In-N-Out Burger and Six Flags.. :) Haha clearly the 2 most important things to see.
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8th grade was the last time I was there too! We went to Disney so basically did the important things too :)
The new Panic song is awesome! I have always been a big fan. I’ve never been to California.Your trip sounds like it will be a blast!
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It’s been so long I’m treating the trip like it’s my first time! Have a great weekend- stay warm.
Yes to both of those last two graphics, haha! #1: I’m half-asleep by then. #2: I’d buy puppies and never be stressed ever ever again :)))) Happy weekend!
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I swear if everyone had puppies the world would be a better place. Same to you!
The pictures of veggies and eggs = heart eyeeesssss!!!!
That happens to be my favorite emoji ;)
My current favorite workout song is Cake by the ocean *clean version* by DNCE. It’s SO catchy :) Have a great weekend!
Blessings,
Edye
Love that one too! It’s on my running playlist. Same to you, Edye!
I’ve never done a bodypump class but I would love to give one a try. Nothing beats a leisurely breakfast either!
Your California trip sounds brilliant and I can’t wait to hear about your adventures :)
xx
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BODYPUMP is set to the beat of music so it’s really catchy and easy to follow. You’d love it!
I’ve never done a Bodypump class, but they sound like an amazing workout! California! That’s so exciting girl, it’s definitely on my bucket list to go there.
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That breakfast looks delish! I’ve always wanted to go to California- that will be so much fun! Current favorite workout song is No Role Modelz by J Cole. Also currently procrastinating folding laundry lol. Hope you have a great weekend!
Alyssa recently posted…Friday Favorites 1/22/16
BodyPump is THE best!
I was smiling so much during the class. Even during the killer squat track!
I really miss the strength training classes I took in college! (I also miss group exercise classes costing $3 each….) Enjoy your trip to California! I know the weather will be similar for you, but I would be looking forward to those warm temperatures!
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