Since it's the summer, I guess the weekends lose a bit of their "specialness" but I still look forward to them. There is just something about knowing it is Saturday and Sunday that put the mind and body at ease. Next weekend though will be crazy. Sunday will be my first day down in DC for orientation! It is only three days, but I have heard they jam pack it with everything. The 3 days are just go-go-go and they throw tons of info at you. But everyone so far has come back saying it was a blast! Hopefully, my experience is the same. I am most excited about meeting some of the people I have starting talking to already. Yay for new friends and faces!
I've also been loving the time to get a lot of things done! I have been doing tons of emailing and work and have started connecting with a lot more people, which is always fun! Plus I have time to read! It truly is glorious and I have missed it so much! Ah, the summer. How could we make this week even better? With this week's jam-packed Finisher of course! Short intro, but I've provided you with plenty of reading material, don't worry 😉
SS Posts from the week:
Monday: Power Monday #49 From A Lion To A Colonial
Tuesday: Loving Lately: All Things Delicious
Wednesday: Dill Saurkrout Salmon
Thursday: Letting Go And Gaining More
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ What's Your Wish Lucie? I Wish I Could Look Back...
So real. So true. And so beautiful. Love this girl!
+ My Healthy Living Philosophy
I am pretty down with Amy's thoughts here. She knows what she is talking about 😉
+ The Power Of A Compliment
Why do we feel the need to shut down compliments all the time?!
+ 7 Ways To End Your Day Feeling Great
I think you should start the day with a band and end it with one too!
+ Negative Body Image Knows No Body Type
It doesn't matter what anyone looks like, because anyone can be struggling.
+ The Hypocrisy Of Women's Fitness: Introducing A New Fitness Magazine
I still don't understand why people waste their money month after month on this crap!
+ Is Femininity Linked To Body Image?
This is interesting. What do your think?
It could be the best investment you ever make!
Fitness:
+ How To Choose Your First Bikini Competition
Some great things to consider before you dive in!
+ Muscle Confusion Training: Fact Or Fiction?
I agree you should switch it up, but it does not have to be daily or weekly!
+ 5 Ways To Truly Brace Your Core
Work that effectively core all day everyday!
+ The Unspoken Dark Side Of Training For Performance And What Your Body Can Do
Performance shouldn't be everything.
+ 5 Things You Should Consider Before Starting A Fitness Career
Before you take the leap...
+ An Open Letter To My Yoga Mat
Yoga is so special even when you hate it!
Food:
+ Ultimate Guide To Managing Marathon Hunger
Training is going to make you hungry...very hungry. Your body needs to be fueled properly.
+ Delicious Living's 2014 Best Bites Awards Winners
I see some of my favorite brands here!
+ 5 Reasons Why Eating Gluten-Free Doesn't Suck
It doesn't, and I would never go back even if I could.
+ The Everything Gluten-Free Breakfast And Brunch Cookbook
Available for pre-order! And guess what?! I am one of the contributing bloggers!
+ Food Allergy World Travel Companion Campaign
Help support Jaquy's new "Travel Companion" and video series! It is perfect for those of us with Celiac and food allergies! Such a wonderful idea!
Health:
+ 7 Sneaky Reasons You're Bloated
Reasons that might be causing your tummy discomfort!
+ Why "Fat-Free" Works Against Weight Loss
I know you don't really want that sugar filled crap, so step away from the low fat!
+ Dr. OZ Grilled In Congress, Admits Weight Loss Products He Touts Don't Pass "Scientific Muster"
Hahahahaha! It is about time! This made my week 😉
+ I've Always Hated Dr. Oz, But I Don't Think He Is 100% To Blame
Here is Erica's take on the scandal.
I have to do a lot of this right now and will always have to be on top of my game once I leave home!
+ Sports Nutrition Discussion With Nancy Clack
This would have been a great session to attend! But don't worry, the highlights are all here 🙂
+ Everybody Poops! 7 Ways To Have Great Bowel Movements
Haha, we all do it! Some of us have a better time than others though...so this may help!
Blogging & Social Media:
A great post to get you started for success!
+ How To Photograph Food While Traveling With Minimal Equipment
This helps me even though I don't travel!
+ Five Ways A Business Grew 800-Fold With Social Media
How to utilize social media to your ultimate advantage.
+ The Facebook Version Versus The Real Life Version
Do you show the whole story on social media?
+ Dear Companies, Love, Bloggers
We have standards too!
Fashion & Beauty:
+ How To Shave Your Legs (Since Your Probably Doing It Wrong)
I know I am! I always cut myself, haha!
+ How To Keep Your Hands Looking Young
I love my hands! I was told I have really "mature" hands for my age when I was doing modeling back in the day, haha!
Favorite Pins:
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Mediterranean Spartan Strength Millet. My mouth literally starting watering when I found this one
Quinoa Salad with Spicy Pumpkin Vinaigrette. Bring on the pumpkin! I Have been thinking of opening a can I still have in the pantry!
Quinoa & Vegetable Teriyaki Bowls. Teriyaki is such a funny word. It always makes me laugh, haha!
Crunchy Quinoa Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette. So many quinoa recipes this week!
Broccoli Stem Fries. I think the stem is the best part! And in baked fry form? Heaven!
Almond Milk Cocoa Nib Ice Cream. Finally a fancy vegan ice cream NOT using coconut milk!
Nutty Energy Bars. These look so fun! I love any type of puffed grain 🙂
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ First week of Summer 2014 is in the books!
+ Can you say Christmas? What? In June? Yes! I got so many goodies this week, I am in foodie heaven. I can't wait to share them all!
+ I've also just been loving the fact that I have been in a great mood recently! Can't let anything get me down this Summer! Got to make every second count, always smiling 🙂
So tell me:
+ How's the Summer been treating you so far?
+ What is you favorite thing to do on a Summer weekend? You know, even though I only live about an hour away from the shore, I only went twice last year (if that) and I really don't mind. Don't get me wrong, I love the ocean, but sitting on the beach is just to damn boring for me!
+ Do you have any summer trips or getaways planned? Haha, no, nothing besides going down to DC next weekend! I haven't been on a vacation in years!
**Stop back here on Sunday for this month's Recipe ReDux! It was a hard one!**
***P.S. These is a fun Plant Fusion recipe contest going on until July 18th on their Facebook page! Make sure you check it out and enter!***
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reach-yourpeak
Wow so many good links I will have to go through this weekend. Thanks for sharing!
Strength and Sunshine
My pleasure 😉 There are always just so many great things to share!
Kris
I love your Friday Finishers! You always have a great collection of links 🙂
My summer has been great so far--I've been lap swimming at our local pool, cooking, working at my internship, and reading (I've already read 10 books!). Honestly, my favorite thing to do on a summer weekend is just hang around. I love going for runs really early in the morning, then spending the rest of the morning reading on the deck. Unfortunately, I can't run right now because of an injury, but hopefully I'll be able to get back soon!
Strength and Sunshine
Thanks Kris! XOXO
I always say I want to do "something" in the summer, but I really think it is almost better to just hand around and chill out most days! Just relax, with no stress at home!
I hope you can get back to running soon, but hey, in the meantime...that just means more reading 😉
Kierston
Thanks for linking up to my post 🙂 Have a lovely weekend!
Strength and Sunshine
You too my friend! XOXO
findingmystrong
So many great round-ups!
Strength and Sunshine
Thanks love! Enjoy!
clare @ fitting it all in
i love your friday post!
Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Clare! I love your link up too 😉
Amberly
Thanks for sharing so many awesome posts with us!! 🙂
Strength and Sunshine
Have fun reading!
Nichole
There is just something about weekends! :)) happy Friday!
Strength and Sunshine
Yes there! Hope you have a beautiful one! 😉
Erin (@girlgoneveggie)
Omg all the food looks amazing! Thanks for sharing!
Strength and Sunshine
My pleasure! These are my favorite posts 😉
Linz
well you gave me lots of reading to do today 🙂 🙂 we are going to ohio in a couple weeks for my little brother's wedding!
Strength and Sunshine
Keepin you extra busy 😉
Congratulations to your brother! Weddings are always fun, haha!
Heather @ Better With Veggies
I am always jealous of you wonderful people with the summer off - I want to join you! Great Roundup of treads to end the week - Thanks for including me! 🙂
Strength and Sunshine
Haha, the perks of still being a student 😉 Gotta savor these Summers while I can!
And you so welcome! XOXO
grabyourkicks
I have the summer off, so I've been enjoying it too! The weather hasn't been the greatest so far, but I'm hoping it improves. We're going to Milwaukee next weekend for Foam Fest 5k and a Brewer game, so I'm excited for that!
Strength and Sunshine
Thankfully this week has been great weather-wise except for a little rain and gloominess yesterday, but it cleared up!
That sounds like so much fun! Any fun 5k is always a blast! 🙂
Amy @ Long Drive Journey
Great round up, girl! Thanks for the link love! I'm so glad you enjoyed the post! Have a fabulous weekend.
Strength and Sunshine
Thank you Amy! Have a great weekend too!
jillconyers
So many intriguing titles! I'm going to be here a while 🙂
Strength and Sunshine
Have fun! 😉
Marfigs
Yay! So glad about the ice-cream link - so many vegan ice-cream recipes use coconut milk and I'm so allergic, so yum! 😀 😀
Strength and Sunshine
The coconut milk ones are just to heavy! I would so be more likely to make it with something light like almond!
She Rocks Fitness (@SheRocksFitness)
Thank you Rebecca for sharing my post...It is greatly appreciated! Have a beautiful weekend! XOXO
Strength and Sunshine
Your welcome love! I hope you have a wonderful weekend too! 🙂