Happy Thursday! The Pope is coming to NYC today, so I’m expecting things around here to get a little cray. I might just have to shut myself up in my apartment, avoid traffic and craziness and re-read all these awesome finds that I’m sharing with you!
Fit, Focused, & Fun Finds are articles, posts, videos, memes, and anything I’ve come across while perusing the world wide web that I think you’d enjoy. Take a gander through these links and discover some new blogs, pubs and peeps to follow and perhaps learn some fun things in the process!
FOOD & FUEL
Mac & cheese recipes that are actually healthy | Greatist
37 energy bites for on-the-go snacking | Greatist
A NYC Art Director created different smoothies based on Pantone colors, and I want all of them | by way of PSFK
FITNESS
The do’s and don’ts of city running | ACTIVE
Self Rolling Yoga Mat! | PSFK
Work your entire butt in less than 10 minutes | Greatist
18 ways to become a morning runner without even trying | BuzzFeed
The beginner’s guide to the weight room | MyFitnessPal
5 low-impact exercises that burn crazy calories | MyFitnessPal
5 great podcasts to boost your run | Zelle
10 minute standing core workout | Greatist
FASHION
12 of the season’s best running jackets | Runner’s World
Connected insoles track your steps and warm your toes | PSFK
Nike’s latest women’s shoe line is inspired by global cities and their iconic treats | PSFK
Jawbone nail art matches your activity tracker | PSFK
Loving all these backpack bags | PureWow
If this happens, I know where all my money is going: Delia’s is back from the dead and will make clothes for adults! | Buzzfeed
FUN
I signed up for this daily does of happiness | Buzzfeed
22 of the funniest excuses people have used to justify skipping a workout | Buzzfeed
How much would Barbie’s mansion be in real life? | PSFK
A cat’s reaction to a laser pointer | The Oatmeal
TIP & TRICKS
13 genius new uses for kitchen items | Real Simple
How to wash your workout clothes | MyFitnessPal
11 things to do after a bad night’s sleep | PureWow
INSPIRATION/MOTIVATION
5 brilliant observations on fitness from Lena Dunham | Well & Good
The truth behind fitness photo shoots | Greatist
This is the coolest! This nonprofit makes Halloween costumes for kids in wheelchairs | PSFK
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Let’s Chat:
When’s the last time you had mac & cheese?
Did you shop at Delia’s?
What do you do after a bad night’s sleep?
Let’s be honest–we all know that I would somehow get wrapped up in the rolling yoga mat like cartoons into rolling blinds.
Susie @ SuzLyfe recently posted…Thoughts on Running a BQ (Boston Qualifying Marathon Time)
haha!! Don’t be mad, but I kinda wanna see that…
I def just wash and dry my workout clothes like normal– woops 🙂
Julie @ Running in a Skirt recently posted…30 Minute Tomato Quinoa Soup
I usually wash my sweat wicking stuff in cold water and hang it to dry. It’s supposed to help make it last longer!
All of those running jackets! I don’t need any but so hard to resist!
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner recently posted…The Husband Project-Month 2 Update
Right?! I want them all!
Oh goodness, that Buzzfeed article with the reasons to not work out. This is exactly why so many people in our country are overweight. Such a sad reality.
Kathryn @ Dancing to Running recently posted…SmartyPants Vitamins Review and Giveaway
I hear you. If everyone just gave exercise a try for a week or two to see how great it made them feel…
Washing my workout clothes differently never really crossed my mind. I actually treat them more delicately that my everyday attire and I never let them sit and get gross in the laundry basket. But I like the additional info in that article. Must reference some more of these tips. Thanks nicole
Haley recently posted…I’m on Bloglovin’
No problem! I always cold wash and drip dry my sweat wicking stuff. It’s supposed to help make it last longer.
Thanks for the Real Simple article – what a great read! I have so many new ideas now.
Kimberly recently posted…Body Glide…Cause Chafing Ain’t Cute!
Yey! Glad you liked it 🙂
I don’t remember the last time I had mac n’ cheese. My husband isn’t a cheese fan so it’s kinda off the table. I’ve never shopped at Delia’s that I recall.
Cassi recently posted…Welcome Fall
Not a cheese fan?! Well you should have some whenever he’s not around ;-P
Ohh my gosh that new line of Nike shoes has “healthyezsweet” written all over it!!! Love those body positive tips by Lena Dunham too
Cayanne Marcus recently posted…Almond Crisp-Crusted Turkey Burgers (Gluten Free!)
Yes they do!!
Whoa I just noticed your pin it button looks a lot like the new blog logo I just had designed….great minds! 🙂 Great links!
Renee recently posted…Get Your Fitness Walk On
oh no way! I just made it last weekend 🙂
Yes! to healthy mac and cheese! Btw, I’m obsessed with running jackets and hoodies!
Artney @ My Pretty Brown Fit recently posted…Pumpkin Spice + Everything Nice!
Yes! Hoodies all day every day – the ones with thumbholes 🙂
Ooh , so much to read! I’ve been going crazy on Pinterest lately looking for healthy, yummy recipes!
Janelle @ Run With No Regrets recently posted…10 Reasons to Love Running in the Fall
I could spend hours pinning recipes haha
Good luck with the Pope traffic. He just left us here in DC and it was pure insanity!
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes recently posted…Hemp Heart Bites: the latest and greatest snack!
Thanks! I worked from home on Friday to avoid the mayhem haha
After a bad night’s sleep (which has basically been for the last 14 months of my life!) I just drink ALL THE COFFEE! Enjoy your weekend!
Michelle recently posted…5 Favorite Fall Activities
haha oh man – coffee power! Hope you had a great weekend!
Love those BOSU moves! So much great weekend reading….thanks for all the suggestions!
Elena recently posted…What Am I Afraid Of?
I hope you enjoyed them!
Great round up! I will definitely be checking out these articles this weekend!
Toni recently posted…Weekly Workout Wrap-Up, NYC Marathon Training, Week 10
Awesome. I hope you enjoyed them!
I love this round up that you do every week!! It makes me want to cozy up with a cup of tea and read everything 🙂
Love the Pantone smoothies and that 10 minutes butt workout looks awesome!
Have a great weekend!!
Natalie recently posted…100 ounces + 4 days a week!
yes! If only I could do that everyday #thelife