Challenge Day 41

                                                                     HIIT Routine

                                                                       Daily Abs

                                                                   Fasting Day 22

                                                             STEPS SO FAR = 7,900

Weather still playing blah games but I went outside and did my walk and ran a few errands. Fighting with an earache so going to rest a bit and veg in front of the television. Had a nice talk with my friend Larissa today and I am thankful for people that keep it professional but still manage to be friends when your not doing business! 

Nough said

Ciao, M

Challenge Day 35

HIIT Routine

Daily Abs

Fasting Day 16

STEPS SO FAR = 8,008

Chill day. Completed most of my routine early and have been napping on and off. Some days like this are needed to rebuild and snap off the work light in our minds. The body actually does most of its repairs while we are sleeping...so no guilt today. Tabata HIITS are my new fav. 

What did the hurricane say to the coconut tree? 

Hang on to your nuts here comes one heck of a blow job.

Hahahahah..... or not ?

So this coconut challenge has been awesome and I am going to continue using it for hair, teeth, skin and cooking. The only thing I found is that I would personally not use it a moisturizer for feet, hands and lips alone in the winter months...mixing with vasaline or olive oil give it that extra for those areas.  

 Oil pulling = Teeth are whiter and stronger

Deep Conditioner = Hair is strong and shiny

Hair Maintenence = Not greasy or heavy

Skin = Soft and glowing

Face = Clear 

Nails = Healthy and growing

Morning tablespoon in Tea provides a nice energy boost

Coconut oil is the new staple in my Kitchen and Bathroom

Ciao , M

Challenge Day 33

HIIT Routine

Daily Abs

Fasting Day 15

STEPS SO FAR = 11,267

Studio day. Getting back into the routine with the holidays. Super lucky to have now a fantastic practice and creative working space. I am thankful for the opportunity to have a sanctuary to work through ideas in peace and with other creatives. Day 15 of the fast and feeling alive really. 

COCO COCO COCO Oil

Prevents hangnails- when rubbed into the cuticle

Treats small cuts and scrapes

Treats minor skin irritations

Treats bee stings or insect bites

Treats hemorrhoids

Prevents and cures urinary tract infections

SOME OUTTAKES OF MY WORK DAY

CIAO , M

Challenge Day 31

HIIT Routine

Daily Abs

STEPS SO FAR =  9,300

Mixed day. Positive mood because of reaching the first 30 days of my challenge.... completing the squat and plank portion of the challenges. I really do not notice a big difference other then more strength which i guess that is a good thing. Negative mood because its dreary outside and a I am a bit stir crazy. I am thankful for being able to get past these negative feelings and within a few hours I  can move on and be excited on some sort of a new focus. Its a coping skill... these focuses ....Challenges that are are still going on are Coconut oil , HIIT, Daily abs, Fasting and being thankful. 

FACTOID COCONUT FILES

SLOWS FINE LINES

Coconut is not just for your cooking – it's a wonderfully hydrating treat for skin too. It keeps the skin's connective tissues strong, which prevents sagging and wrinkles. Apply coconut oil directly to your skin to soften the appearance of fine lines or use it daily on your face and body for a healthy glow. Be sure you use virgin coconut oil with no additives.

Ciao , M

Challenge Day 13

WORKOUT

BACK ON POINTE MORNING ROUTINE

SQUAT AND PLANK CHALLENGE

STEPS SO FAR = 11,592

Apples = 2

A bit of a lazy day. Looking forward to the new year and the challenges I lay out for myself.

Missing my family quite a bit over these past few days but I know this part of my

journey will all be worth it in the end.

Whipped Coconut Oil Body Butter

 Less than $2 a jar this lotion works wonders.

    Super simple to make and literally only requires one

ingredient. Vitamin E oil and essential oils completely optional.

Wrap it in a up in a pretty jar and share it with a friend.

What you need:

• 1 cup coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Vit E oil (optional)
• a few drops of your favorite essential oils for fragrance (optional)

1. Put all ingredients into a mixing bowl. Note: Do not melt the coconut oil first. It will only whip up if it’s solid.

2. Mix on high speed with a wire whisk for 6-7 minutes or until whipped into a light, airy consistency.

3. Spoon the whipped coconut oil body butter into a glass jar and cover tightly. Store at room temperature, or in the refrigerator if your house is so warm it melts the oil.

Tip: An electric hand mixer will work just fine or a high tech kitchen mixer will also do an awesome job.  Do not use a  blender or food processor with this coconut oil recipe, because they tend to warm the oil too much and prevent it from whipping up.

SideNote: Whipped oil should stay quite soft and not eventually harden up like it would in the glass jar just in its regular state. Some beading as it sweats is normal. 

                                                  Guide: from The Nourished Life

Ciao, M