6 WAYS TO SLIM DOWN BEFORE VACATION

Posted on by — 6 Comments ↓
DSC_1363

DSC_1259

DSC_1275

DSC_1284

DSC_1363

DSC_1368

DSC_1392

DSC_1395

DSC_1435

DSC_1467We all want to look and feel our best when we’re getting ready for vacation, or getting ready for an event.  Both of which involves you in very little clothing. 

So WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU NEED TO SLIM DOWN? I am talking that constant bloat we all have that keeps us from feeling comfortable in a bikini.  I wanted to share with you some of my OWN tips that I do on myself when I am preparing for bikini time. 

Here are 5 things you can do to say BYE BYE BLOAT.

  1. WORK OUT IN THE AM ON AN EMPTY STOMACH.  (i drink coffee before still)  I know it sounds awful but trust me on this.  You’ll break into those fast cells FAST and burn those suckers out of here. 
  2. FULL BODY HIIT WORK OUTS.  I have a plan you can follow called LOVE HIIT BODY GUIDE” if some of you don’t have it, try it out.  It’s a quick work out that involves high intensity interval training, so you are on constant mode of burning calories– all while toning up.  Do this at least 4 days a week.  (I like to do some sort of exercise everyday whether that is in the gym, or not)
  3. MORE CARDIO. I add on 20 minutes of stairs, or treadmill, or running outside on top of those HIIT work outs 3-4 days a week when I am trying to slim down real quick.   I will do 1 minute on high, and 1 minute on low, for 20 minutes.  I talk about “INTERVALS” here.   
  4. EAT WELL.  Stay away from processed and greasy foods, and most importantly DAIRY.  I have been off dairy for 4 days and I can already tell a difference in my stomach. It’s FLAT FLAT FLAT. It’s nuts how bloated dairy can make you.  I substitute it with coconut milk, almond milk, and plant based protein.  If you’re going to have dairy, make sure it’s very little.   So what do you need to eat?  Lots of veggies, lots of protein. Protein from chicken, plant based protein, lean meats, and for carbs –eat whole grains, quinoa, brown rice, sweet potato.   I did a post on “WHAT TO STAY AWAY FROM”  here to give you more info.  You can also download my 7 DAY MEAL PLAN, if you need something to follow.  It does have dairy in it since when I made it, I ate dairy at the time, but you can easily take it out.  
  5. FAB 4 SMOOTHIE– I drink right after I work out in the morning.   Recipe is…

 -1 cup water, 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla plant based protein, 1-2 tbsp all natural peanut butter, 1 tbsp chia seed, 1/2 cup blueberries, 1 huge handful of greens (I use spinach & kale), a few ice cubes.  BLEND!

 Now, don’t expect this to taste like a delicious sugary chocolate smoothie.  BUT it is so delicious AND nutritious.  You’re getting your healthy fat, very very little sugar (if you can do without fruit you should!) fiber and greens.  This helps me make better choices throughout the day and helps keep me feeling satisfied longer.  This is because you aren’t getting that “hunger spike from sugar”.  I have done it without sugar and it’s rough to get down.  I found doing it with blueberries, I still don’t have the crash of hunger a couple hours later.  

If you find yourself getting hungry soon after, add more protein, fiber and fat.  Coconut oil, all natural peanut butter and almond butter are good sources of healthy fats.

        6. DRINK LOTS OF WATER.  I drink a gallon of water every day.  Which also makes that skin nice and hydrated, so win win.  AND  NIGHT TEA. Guys this stuff is amazing, if you haven’t done my night tea yet you should try it!  It basically has apple cider vinegar, chamomile tea and lemon.  You could also do a detox tea with it, but I would recommend doing that only a few days prior to when you leave.

These are things I do STILL to this day.  Of course I have my weeks where I cheat a little to much here and there.  BUT sometimes you just gotta live, ya know?  I am all about BALANCE.  You guys know this about me.  Feeling good all while having a balanced life of a cheeseburger here and there, and a green smoothie everyday.  

BIKINI- TOP & BOTTOMS– ALSO LOVE HERE /

WRAP- CUTE HERE & HERE/ SUNGLASSES / SHOES (25% OFF!)

OAKS OUTFIT- ALL ZARA

Have a great day! Going to head to get ready and sell more on my poshmark account today!  Getting rid of a lot my clothes, so go check it out!

3+

THE MAGIC OF OILS

Posted on by — 5 Comments ↓
DSC_2983

DSC_2641

DSC_2647

DSC_2674

DSC_2700

DSC_2719

DSC_2727

 

DSC_2780

DSC_2788

DSC_2983

you know I’m all about the oils, love all the oil on the face the body, and guess what?   I’ve found a good line called Healing Natural Oils, that I wanted to share with you guys.   Now, I ALWAYS test out products before sharing with you.  I share things that I actually use and LOVE.  These are my tried and true products!

I’ve been using their Simply Hair Oil, Simply Face Oil, and Headache Formula for the past month and have noticed a difference in my hair and skin. 

Here is a little background of them. 

For well over a decade, our mission has been to provide only the finest natural products which are ethically produced using the best quality, natural ingredients available. Our formulas have been tried and tested over many years and the positive feedback we have received from our thousands of satisfied customers prompts us to maintain our high standards and ongoing research.

  • All Natural, manufactured in the USA
  • No chemicals, pesticides or additives
  • No animal testing

Simply Hair Oil– I have noticed a difference in breakage, and my hair doesn’t feel as rough through the ends.  It is a lot more shiny too.  Plus this stuff smells amazing.  Just think if you were to walk into a spa.  That is exactly how it smells!  I just use 3-5 drops on my ends every time I wash it.

It contains the well known Morrocan Argan Oil which makes hair softer, silkier and shinier as well as taming any frizz. Some of their ingredients such as Rosemary, have been used for hair care by the people of the Mediterranean countries for centuries.

Simply face oil- This stuff is amazing!   I am not joking– I haven’t broke out at all since using this on my face every night before bed.  Not one little zit has came through yet.  Not to say it won’t happen, but this has kept my face pretty clear. 

But you NEED to hop on the oil train.  It’s extremely hydrating. Here is a list of benefits.

  • They can reduce your wrinkles.
  • They’re good for dry skin.
  • They really protect your skin.
  • They’re the perfect primer for makeup.
  • They can shrink enlarged pores.
  • They can calm down rashes.
  • They’re great for banishing zits.

Their ingredients help to tighten and tone the skin. Simply Face Oil is rich in high concentrations of vitamins, minerals and powerful anti-oxidants, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, essential fatty acids and squalene. Plant extracts contain all the nutrients our skin requires to be healthy – no need for long names you can’t pronounce or chemicals and preservatives.  

Having dry skin can make you break out, and having oily skin can too.  This oil I have been using has kept me from breaking out, made my skin look fresh and dewy.

Headache Formula oil.  This stuff is legit MAGIC.   I’ve used it several times when I have a headache and it helps soothe it.  I wash my hands and put 1-2 drops on my fingers and rub it on my temples and back of neck every 30 minutes until they headache is completely gone.  I usually only have to do that once and it goes away within a few minutes.   There was a time I had a MAJOR headache, and I had to do it 3 times before it went away, but each time I could feel a little relief and it slowly getting better.   I believe this is MUCH better than having to take ibuprofen or tylenol.  You don’t want to use this more then 5x a day as you can oversaturate or exceed dosage.

The smell of these oils, are like I said before, “walking in a spa”. I LOVE the smell of them.  They have a ton of different oils that are used for just about anything.  Go check out their page and use the code “SARA20” to get 20% OFF your first order!

OAKS ROMPER / MY DRESS

0