Happy Sunday, friendly faces!!
How the heck are you? I honestly can’t remember the last time I was this beat. It’s only about 8:45pm Hawaii time when I’m writing this (12:45 back home), and I’m basically ready to throw in the towel and pass out.
We spent all day at the beach today, and between the sun, the snorkelling, and all the walking, it’s a pretty big struggle to hold myself upright. BUT! We were super lucky and ran into the little guy while we were out snorkelling…
He didn’t come up as close to us as he did last year, but it was still great to see him swimming around.
And I’m afraid that’s about all I have for you as far as intros go. Heck, I should probably go back and reread what I just wrote because on a scale of 1-10, my ability to form coherent thought chains is about a 2.5… and that’s being generous.
So I hope you enjoy these great links I came across this week, and I’ll chat to you soon! Hopefully more coherently 😉
For my head…
. fitness .
The Real Truth About Pre-Workout Snacks via Run To The Finish.
Should you eat before a workout or not? And if so, what should you be munching on? Great post discussing these questions!
The 7 Stretches Everyone Should Be Able To Do via Greatist.
Are you focusing on aerobics and strength and neglecting your flexibility? Don’t!
. health .
10 Health Benefits of Tea That You Need to Know via RachFeed.
Looking to cut back on your coffee consumption? You might want to replace it with some teas!
How To Get Back On Track with Healthy Eating via Wholeheartedly Healthy.
Life happens and our healthy habits can get put on the back burner. Love these tips on picking them up again.
12 Must-Download Apps That Will Calm Your Anxiety via Brit + Co.
Guided meditations, ambient noise, adult colouring, quick workouts. Uhm… YES!
7 Surprising Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Protein via Mind Body Green.
I actually had no idea a couple of these could be related to protein. Good to know!
. life .
The 100 Best Photographs Ever Taken Without Photoshop via The Mind Unleashed.
Hard to believe that these amazing pictures haven’t had any editing done.
9 Toxic Behaviours Holding Good People Back via Marc and Angel Hack Life.
SUCH a great read. Don’t be your own worst enemy by indulging in these self-destructive behaviours.
The Best Books of the 21st Century via Lifehacker.
A pretty neat infographic that might help you find something new to read.
21 Borderline Genius Websites To Productively Procrastinate Everything via Tackk.
Okay, these are pretty brilliant… but you might not want to go here if you actually need to get things done… #obsessed.
. blogging .
How I Stockpile Blog Posts via Morgan Manages Mommyhood.
Great tips on how to efficiently build up a collection of blog posts to have on hand during busier times.
8 Annoying Things to Avoid Doing on Social Media via BGB Community.
Love these. Just because we’re behind a computer screen doesn’t mean we can ignore all etiquette.
6 Best Tools to Auto Share Posts to Social Media via Twelveskip.
Managing all your social media platforms can take up a tonne of time and feel overwhelming, but these helpful tools make it so much easier.
How to Create a Successful Business Plan for Your Blog via Hobby to Hot.
Love this helpful infographic!
For my belly…
Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Greek Yogurt Waffles via Ambitious Kitchen.
The banana oat Greek yogurt combo is basically my love language, so these are perfection.
Whole Wheat Double Chocolate Banana Muffins via Sally’s Baking Addiction.
Bananas and chocolate in a healthier muffin – so.much.love.
Healthy Lower Calorie Brownies via Bless This Mess.
Love that they’re made with “no weird stuff” 😁
Strawberries ‘n’ Creame Blender Baked Donuts via Cotter Crunch.
Healthy donuts with more impressive stats than an energy bar?!!? YES PLEASE!
Your links…
Let’s chat!
3 things you did yesterday; 3 things you’re doing today. Go!
Yesterday: went snorkelling, walked up and down the beach, and played in the waves.
Today: I honestly have no idea! Playing it by ear…
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Sounds like such a great trip! Yesterday I babysat my cousins three kids with my husband, cleaned, and watched netflix
Today I worked, went to the dentist, and completed a really tough cardio workout!
Thanks for linking to my brownies girl! Definitely saw some traffic 🙂
I’m so glad! They look delicious 😀
Sometimes vacations are really exhausting to me too but it sounds like you’re having a great time. I’m glad you are able relax and enjoy the weather out there too.
hawaii is no joke. sun, beach, wind, mai tai’s! haha kidding. kinda. enjoy and thanks for the love! <3
I’m impressed that you’re getting a post up at all while you’re in paradise! That’s so cool that you got to see a sea turtle. We saw a few while we were there and it was the coolest thing ever. Sigh…Maui has to be what heaven is like. Enjoy the rest of your time, girly! xo
I blame jet lag and super hot times of the day where I have to hide from the sun 😆 Plus blogging feels less and less like work, so it’s been fun 🙂 Hope your week is off to a great start, Sarah!
Those non-photos shopped pictures are amazing. WOW!.
Yesterday: I went to a Baby Basics class where I learned how to give a baby a bath and change a diaper. 🙂 I also got a pedicure and had lunch with friends.
Today: I’ve written a few thank you cards, did our finances and fed myself breakfast (cereal, cantaloupe, and a donut.) 🙂
Hashtag balance <3 And I saw that creepy practice baby... I'd probably have to take one of those classes too. I'm not best with the tiny people...
So jealous of your turtle spotting! The last time I went snorkeling was in Key West and we saw a bunch of cool fish, but the most notable was a GIGANTIC barracuda that made eye contact with me and scare me half to death. Sea turtles seem much nicer.
Thank you SO much for adding my post to this list – I’m so flattered! I hope you have a fabulous rest of your vacation
Barracuda?!?! Amg I may have fainted. The turtles I’ve come across seem nice and chill, but last year a huge one swam right into my legs and I thought he was going to bite me 😆 I’m scared of anything with beaks, and turtles kind of fall into that…
Amanda, I really like your list this week. I’ve even read a couple of these posts and agree that they’re in my top posts of the week, too. Cool! I’m looking forward to reading several of these. You are having a ball…enjoy! 3 things yesterday: worked on the blog, went out for some of the best bbq with the hubby, and caught up on some of my fave bloggers; 3 things today: planning time; laundry, and I have no idea. LOL! Have a great week and rest of your vacation!
Wahoo! I’m so glad you enjoyed the articles, Regina! And I hope your week is off to a fantastic start 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing the BGB post <3 We had a ton of fun finding the GIFs for that. Hope you're having an incredible time in Hawaii
Oooooooooh you saw a TURTLE!!!!!!!??? Gaaaah I’m so jealous!! I looooove turtles!!!! 😀
Ok 3 things- yesterday: helped my mom buy dresses, skipped lunch (biggest mistake ever), had pizza to make up for aforementioned skipped lunch (I’m the perfect example for how to not live your life)
today: slept in, polished up a blog post, will have coffee with some friends.
🙂
They’re such cuties! we’re going out snorkelling deeper into the ocean tomorrow, so I’m hoping to see even more! 😀
Happy Sunday. Water looks so amazing. Only the usual here. Errands, working out and a nice walk if the weather permits. Have a wonderful day.
Isn’t it funny how sometimes it feels like we need a vacation from vacation?? I’m so glad you had fun!
Yesterday- had a picnic, got ice cream, explored a new park
Today- church, birthday celebrations for my husband, go for a jog
Between all the picking, travelling, and exploring, I think vacations always end up tiring me out more than regular day-to-day life. But definitely couldn’t live without them.
hope you are still having a great trip! 3 things yesterday – race, out for lunch, played baseball with my son…3 things today – Pure Barre, catch up on some work (and laundry!), out for dinner
Definitely still having a great trip! Although my appreciation for AC has definitely grown over the past 4 days 😆
Good kind of exhaustion! 3 things yesterday – run, shop at Home Goods, and date night. Today – blog, grocery shop, and clean (or at least I have to motivate to 🙂