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 34

HIIT Routine

Daily Abs

Fasting Day 15

STEPS SO FAR = 11,788

Was not really going to walk into the city today but something just made me get up and go. I walked around and really tried to stay firm with myself and refrain from buying myself something I did not need.  There was a voice in my head...I hear this voice often lol that told me to just take a sneak peek into my favorite store... so i did. Lots of amazing deals for ending season. I walked about a mile in that store alone just looking , picking up, looking, carrying around, putting back down...walking back to get because i feel I might need it. I will address this problem in another challenge ... I finally came to a decision though and stood in the long line I tried to shrink with mind power.. I stood there ...looking around and saw out of the corner of my eye a profile i recognized...I turned to get a better look... There at the cash register was my long lost friend...that i lost touch with 12 years ago! I have been looking for him since I moved to Nürnberg. We hugged so tight and I knew instantly our friendship would be the same as it was when we first became friends. Happy day.

COCONUT BUTT

The coconut palm harvests matured coconuts that contain a kernel which edible oil is extracted from and for generations, this type of high quality vegetable oil has provided the primary source of fat in millions of peoples diets and also has medicinal qualities that can promote cellulite reduction. And it's safe to say that by using a dry shower brush to massage coconut oil into any of your trouble areas where cellulite accumulates for about 10 minutes daily encourages new skin growth and exfoliates your epidermis, while also stimulating blood and lymphatic flow which can dramatically improve the appearance of cellulite on your thighs, butt, stomach, lower back and even underarms.

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 28

BACK ON POINTE MORNING ROUTINE

SQUAT AND PLANK CHALLENGE

STEPS SO FAR =  11,624

Day 10 of fast! I am starting to feel stable again. It is taking a little longer then I wish but it is what it is.

Mornings are my best and though the AM. has always been my strongest time I find I am more clear in my thoughts. I also find that I am not in rush mode anymore which makes the beginning of the day less stressful. I am thankful for the ability to stick to things I set my mind to. 

Starting to incorporate HIIT and Yoga 

Co-Nuts cont....

10 facts for you today

Help to keep blood sugars in balance (good for diabetics)

Moderates glucose release into bloodstream

Improves insulin secretion

Improves insulin sensitivity

Weight management

Reduces steatorrhea (improves fat indigestion)

Helps heal damage caused by celiac disease, improving nutrient absorption

Improve digestive health/function

Improve absorption of nutrients (vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fat soluble phytonutrients)

Improve athletic performance

                                                         

Complete Truth

Ciao , M

Challenge Day 24

BACK ON POINTE MORNING ROUTINE

SQUAT AND PLANK CHALLENGE

STEPS SO FAR =  10,320

3 kings is the last holiday before the year really gets into swing again.  Spent the day

at the documentation center at the old Nazi grounds. History is one of those subjects that can't and should not be ignored. It amazes me at what went on in the world at times. My thankful thought for the day is that I was able to know very special people from this  paticular time in history and got to see it from multiple views.  I felt a bit weak today while walking around the grounds but I think its because I did not have enough water before I left home. 

COCO CONTINUES....

Some more pics from the Doku Zentrum

Ciao , M

Challenge Day 23

BACK ON POINTE MORNING ROUTINE

SQUAT AND PLANK CHALLENGE

STEPS SO FAR =  3000

Glued to the computer today exchanging info to the webmaster that is working on my site. Things 

are always more complicated then we think they are. I am happy that there are people like him that are web gurus. Super excited to see the progress! So not too much moving today but its ok because I also have no calories to burn :) I am going to incorporate into this mix of challenges a thankful heart and thought each day this year. I am thankful for internet today...because without it I would not be able to communicate across the oceans so easily and get stuff done.

Coconut Oil for Burns

Wash the area with cold water and dry

and rub a few dabs of coconut oil on the burn.

ONLY FOR MILD BURNS

IF YOU BURN YOURSELF UP 

E.R Visit Recommended 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uI5Sf8qb50

Miles Davis A Sunday Must

Ciao, M

Challenge Day 20

BACK ON POINTE MORNING ROUTINE

SQUAT AND PLANK CHALLENGE

STEPS SO FAR = 6000

Today has been a hard one. I was over tired this morning and actually slept till almost 10:30 am.

To some that might not be that amazing but to me ...I get up at 6 am usually. I feel sluggish, annoyed and on edge. This is normal when starting a cleanse but the wait for the worst of these symptoms to subside is at times torture. I did a little more activity today but I will be clear those extra steps on my downtime days for the next week will be largely due to pacing and anxiety. LOL. I am going to do my best to stay clear of processed things from here on out because if it makes you feel like this it can just not be good for you. 

Me today

Even though I do not eat these I wanted them today. 

That is how bad these withdrawels are.

Crack Crack Crack Crack

I want it!

Coconut Challenge Continues....

Coconut oil Makeup remover

Cotton pads

Warm Water

Coconut oil

Spray Cotton pad or dip in warm water . ( do not get it soaking wet)

Add a dab of coconut oil onto the pad....Voila...

Remove Makeup.

Awesome for eye makeup

Ciao , M

Challenge Day 18

WORKOUT

BACK ON POINTE MORNING ROUTINE

SQUAT AND PLANK CHALLENGE

STEPS SO FAR = 10,500

Apples = 2

Last post for the year. Successful start to the new parts of my journey that I have planned.

Tomorrow starts a fasting process. The first 2 days I will be taking it quite easy movement wise because I will to start only be taking in water. Fresh and clean the body deserves this new beginning.

“What the New Year brings to you will depend a great 

deal on what you bring to the New Year.”

Slide into the new year with grace and class. 

Ciao , M

 

Challenge Day 17

WORKOUT

BACK ON POINTE MORNING ROUTINE

SQUAT AND PLANK CHALLENGE

STEPS SO FAR = 15,570

Apples = 2

Met up with a friend visiting from the states today. It was great catching up and walking around

the city.  Friends are a wonderful thing.  Ready to jump into this new year head first!

Happy Challenging!

BODY POLISH

Wintery dry skin woes.....Most people have them.

This recipe is very similar to the lip scrub with a few twists.

Virgin Coconut oil

Brown sugar

Tablespoon of honey

Coffee grounds or Instant Coffee

This homemade scrub leaves the skin smooth, tight and mosturized.

This is part of my coconut oil challenge. 

I am finding this oil is a miracle.

Rest of my day.....

My wonderful friend Barbara dropped by today .

She is visiting her family over the holidays and then heading back to Colorado on Sat.

Some tea, walk to the castle, talking and window shopping

Ciao, M

Challenge Day 14

WORKOUT

BACK ON POINTE MORNING ROUTINE

SQUAT AND PLANK CHALLENGE

STEPS SO FAR = 16,733

Apples = 2

Microdermabrasion appt this morning was nice. 

Face massage 

+

Face mask

+

relaxing music 

=

Happy Mishell

WHATS IN YOUR MORNING CUP?

I am a fan of tea. Green, black, fruit, white...I like it. 

One of my favorites though is 

YERBA MATE

Benefits of drinking yerba mate

                                                 Rich in antioxidents                                                             (90%more than green tea)

                                      Enhances Your Ability to Focus

No jitters, No headaches, No nonsense

Enhances physical endurance 

Regular yerba mate consumption also helps keep lactic acid from building up in your muscles so you can decrease post workout soreness and cut your recovery time.

                                                     Aids digestion and helps control weight

                                                        Supports Cardiovascular Health

The antioxidants and amino acids present in yerba mate help fat and cholesterol move through your bloodstream so that they don't accumulate on artery walls.

Its just awesome!

Beautiful Days to You I Wish

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