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I struggle with healthy dinner ideas, do you?  We are in full blown sports mode right now so we literally have to eat and go most nights to get to various practices on time.  I need something that is quick, easy, healthy and #everydayeffortless.

I was asked to test out Tyson® Grilled & Ready® Fully Cooked Refrigerated Oven Roasted Diced Chicken Breast, so I took my little guy up to our local Walmart to do some shopping. He loves to “find” the product and this one was within his reach, so he was super excited!  I love the fact this chicken is already cooked and just requires simple re-heating. Not only is this nice for those of us who are short on time, but also for those of us who are slightly cooking “challenged”.

We always have a protein with our meals and my kids generally prefer chicken. It was so simple to cook, I just had to put the oven roasted diced chicken breast in the skillet and turn on the heat!  Super easy, right?!  I also added some fresh salsa because my kids love salsa on everything.  It only took about 20 minutes for it to fully heat up, which was just enough time for me to bake some asparagus.  In just under 30 minutes, we had a super healthy,  and very delicious, home cooked meal!

My oldest said the chicken was “great” and he liked that it was already “cut up” for him.

The leftovers are perfect for lunch salads or even added to some eggs in the morning for a protein packed breakfast.

I will definitely shop at Walmart again for some more of Tyson® Grilled & Ready® Fully Cooked Refrigerated Oven Roasted Diced Chicken Breast and their other products as well.

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Here is a variation with battle ropes, that is guaranteed to make you sweat!  Try it out and let me know what you think!

1 slam/1 burpee
2 slams/1 burpee
3 slams/1 burpee
4 slams/1 burpee
5 slams/1 burpee
and then repeat all the way back down to 1 slam/1 burpee.

Here is the video version:

I’ve been doing a personal training program designed by Ashley Horner and while it literally kicks my ass every single time, I love it.  I am stepping out of my comfort zone and getting stronger.  Check out her online training programs, you won’t be disappointed!

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I mentioned on Instagram that I am moving again and this time it’s out of the town I have lived in for the past 10 years.  While I am super excited for new adventures, I am very sad to be leaving some really great friends.  Here are some (not all, because I couldn’t track you all down just yet!) of the people and things I will miss.

I am really going to have a hard time leaving my good friend Jamie.  She was the first friend I made here and she has helped take care of all my boys. She also has listened to all of my drama. (over and over and over again!)

I will also miss Jack.  (who happens to be Jamie’s hubby).  He pretends he doesn’t like my excessive swearing and my karaoke singing, but I know he secretly loves it.   Why else would he keep that video on his phone?

I will miss my other fit mama friends who are always willing to go for a run or hike, even with my kids!

I already miss my boys former school.  They closed in June and we are all missing them tremendously.  (Please move with us Allison?) 

I will miss this preschool and all the friends we made there.  My youngest will not get the privilege to be in Ms. Lisa and Ms. Renee’s class, which completely bums me out! 

I will miss all the fun friends who are always willing to throw down a hulk smash for me.

Even when we were out in a crowded bar on a Saturday night!  

I will miss all our new fit neighbor friends and the ability to walk to school with them. I will miss the awesome lighting in my bathroom that always makes me look JACKED!  

I miss all the beautiful walking paths in our neighborhood

and the middle school track that is like my own private track because there is never anyone else there.  

But just as with fitness, we need to step out of our comfort zone in order to grow stronger.  I am looking forward to a new town and discovering all that it will have to offer us and I hope we make some wonderful friends there right away!

Flex It Friday people!  Enjoy those muscles!  

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Right now it is on sale for the crazy low price of just $15!  At that price, you should get several and give them out as gifts!

Go get a MostFit Suspension strap right  now before they are all gone and you miss out.
(The “other one” costs about $200, so this is a total STEAL!)

Happy Shopping!

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My kids are VERY active and these are the perfect fit for their feet.  They are literally jumping for joy!    We are definitely an Asics family. I wanted to let you know that for the month of September, ASICS America is partnering with Cookies for Kids Cancer to support the fight against pediatric cancer. Take the pledge to Run 4 Cookies on National Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day, September 13th by getting outside and being active as a family. Take a picture of your family being active and post it on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook with the hashtag #Run4Cookies.  For every 100 uses of #Run4Cookies, ASICS will give a lucky winner a pair of children’s and adult’s shoes from the Accelerate Hope collection, benefiting Cookies for Kids Cancer.

Be sure to follow ASICS America online on their  Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

Now get up and get moving gang!

Disclosure: I received free products from Asics but my opinion of how awesome they are is entirely my own!  

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I normally love all things burpee but this variation had me swearing up a storm!  I am not a fan of the “spider” portion of this burpee, which just means I need to do more of them right?  Try them out and let me know what you think!  (click through the post for the video!) 

These knee sleeves are awesome, I highly recommend them if you have any knee issues!

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If you need quality sportswear,  either for yourself or your kids, Kohl’s has you covered.  Shorts, shirts, hoodies and everything at fantastic prices. My son has a field day with the large selection of Nike socks.  

TIP: If you don’t want the higher prices of the name brands,  Kohl’s also offers a brand called “Tek Gear” that is affordable and just as nice.

As for me, I can always find something to buy in the women’s sportswear department.  The clearance rack was full of summer close-out items at an additional discount.

I really liked these funky capris, although my son did not agree!

My son even found a “cool” outfit that he is excited about wearing when school starts. 

We just love shopping at Kohl’s, don’t you? 
Have you done your back to school shopping yet?

Disclosure:  I was compensated for this post but my love for Kohl’s is entirely my own!

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I came across this on journal Instagram and went immediately to Target to get one……but sadly my Target did not have them.  The super kind people at Fitbook sent me one to review and I absolutely LOVE it!

As someone who leans toward the negative, I love the daily reminders about being grateful.

When I took this picture,  my first thought was about how my love handles spill over the sides of these shorts.  When I went to write in my journal, it asks me to write something I “appreciate about my strong bod today”—which made me realize how strong I am (hello, that’s a 35lb weight plate over my head!)  vs. the stupid love handles.

I love this journal because it helps me change my perception.
Focus on the good and see the positive!  

Stay strong gang!

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This summer has flown by, hasn’t it?  I’ve managed to stay on point with my workouts, despite having 4 kids at home with me at all times. I have been able to let go of the perfect workout and focused on being flexible and creative! Here are my quick home workout ideas
Here are some ideas:

Quick home workout idea #1: Wall sits:

These are great for your legs.  Make it more challenging by putting a weight plate on top and lifting your toes.  These can be done anywhere.

Quick home workout idea #2: Burpee broad jumps:  Looking to take your burpee to the next level? (aren’t we all?)  I did them in the street the other day for a quick (yet holy cow intense!) workout.

 

Quick home workout idea #3: Field runs/frog jumps: Here is something fun you can also do in your backyard with your kids.  Just fair warning—all these frog jumps will cause you to walk funny the next day.

 

Quick home workout idea #4: Lift something heavy:  The best thing for my mood these days is to lift some heavy weights.  The iron never lets me down.  I found this bar and plates on craigslist for a great price a few years ago!

 

I also have to give a shout out for my outfit from Dick’s Sporting Goods because not many shorts can go from running shorts to weight lifting shorts too. These pass the test with flying colors!  (and the top is cute too!)

Those are just a few of my ideas, I would love to hear some of yours!

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