Morning! I have a few exciting things going on in my fitness world!

1) I will be teaching intenSati again in February!

This actually scares the crap out of me because I have not taught a class since last October. I am a sub for Shape Up NYC and no opportunities came up to teach in the last couple of months. I could teach in a studio but I am too lazy to find my own students and don’t want to pay money to teach. My fellow intenSati teacher will be away in February and asked me to sub 3 different dates. I went back and forth with myself about it for a while but I spent quite a lot of money to do the leader training so I have to start teaching again! I always get super nervous right before since I am not a fan of public speaking but there is no better feeling than having the power to make other people sweat!  This specific class that I will be subbing for is split up into a half hour of Sati and a half our of weight training. I’ve never taught a weight class before but am pretty sure I can pretend I know what I am doing.  By the way, the classes are all free and all of you are welcome to attend!  Please come!!! I play really good techno music and might even be giving out Larabars.

Wednesday, February 15 from 6:30pm-7:30pm

Wednesday, February 22 from 6:30pm-7:30pm

Wednesday, February 29 from 6:30pm-7:30pm

2) I was accepted into the Refine Method Pilot Program!

I mentioned last week that Refine Method is opening a new location in Union Square. This new location is very close to my work and will be much more convenient for me than the current Upper East Side location. I found out yesterday that I got into the Pilot Program so I will be able to take classes at the new location before the grand opening! This is perfect for me, especially since I set a goal of going to Refine at least twice a week. I will admit that I only went to Refine once last week because I seriously could not walk for 3 days after the class! I found myself limping around work because I was so sore! This means a few things: I am super out of shape, the class really works,  and I need more weight training in my life. I plan on going tonight and hopefully once this weekend!

What workouts have you been focusing on this month?

Don’t forget to enter to win $118 worth of Miracle Skin Transformer products! I am choosing the winner tomorrow!

I will leave you with a cute picture of my cat. She makes me smile.

Side note: The hot rollers above are the best beauty tool I’ve ever purchased. They are not just for old women. I will be posting a how-to in the near future.

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Happy Halloween!!!!

Peace….

Now who wants to go to Jamaica with me??!!

Snow in October!!!??!!!!

Stay warm and have fun! What are you being for Halloween??

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Today was a perfect and relaxing summer Sunday. I started off my day with a great intenSati class taught by my girl Darbi. I was not even planning on going because I was super tired this morning and just wanted to stay in bed. I happened to wake up ten minutes before I would have had to leave and saw a text message from my fellow Sati friend asking me if I was going. I told her I was laying there debating with myself but her text was enough for me to get my butt up and go. I am so happy I did and felt like a new person afterwards. Class was really fun and I even forgot about the fact that I did not have my usual espresso before the class. I also loved that I seemed to know every single person in the room. After class, I found out that they were giving free chair massages at Equinox! Yes please!

I walk by the massage chairs before leaving the gym all of the time but always assumed that they cost money. Amazing discovery! The massage only lasted about five minutes but felt great! I must admit that it was nice having a guy give me a massage because I usually go to the woman who paints my nails! I was very glad I shaved since he definitely rubbed down my legs. Anyway….a bunch of us grabbed lunch and headed to The High Line for a relaxing afternoon.

I love that I had absolutely nothing planned for Sunday but just going to intenSati kept me occupied for the whole day. While I essentially go for the amazing workout, it is also a huge part of my social life. I would definitely only have about two friends if it weren’t for intenSati!

I am now enjoying fruity wine and an Amy’s burrito!

I had another super relaxing day on Saturday. I thought about going to the gym or to Core Fusion but I knew my body needed a day off. I only went to Core Fusion four times this week even though I had hoped for five. I could do a Core Fusion DVD right now but I know I need to listen to my body and give it the rest it needs. I will get back there tomorrow morning now that my muscles have had some time to recover. I did work out a little bit by cleaning my bedroom and learning a new intenSati series! I am teaching again in two weeks so now is the time to prepare! I had a fun time dancing around in my kitchen and yelling out positive affirmations!

Since my oven is unplugged and my apartment is super hot, I decided to pick up breakfast from a local cafe. I got an egg white mushroom and feta cheese omelet with whole wheat toast. I also got a big iced coffee and chocolate Zico coconut water. Let’s just say I was a little hungover from the night before!

Lunch was a veggie burger sandwich with frozen broccoli (heated up in the microwave).

I watched several Netfix Instant movies including Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead (I need to start juicing again), Twelve, and Happy Accident. Loved them all! I also treated myself to some sushi and wine!

I enjoyed some salad and edamame to start.

I also got an Eel Avocado roll and Dragon roll with brown rice.

Delicious! I don’t know why but I also had some cereal before bed. Same old story.

Back to Friday night….

I went to one of my favorite classes of the week- intenSati with Erin Stutland. I was miserable walking in but happy and energized walking out. A few of us went out for some drinks after class at a cute bar in Union Square called Lillie’s.

I always get drunk so fast after working out. I guess dehydration and not eating dinner till after drinking will do that to you. We went to a club afterwards called SOBS for some salsa dancing.

I do not salsa dance which meant standing at the bar and consuming several Cosmopolitans while watching my friends dance. Eventually I gave in and let the Latino boys spin me around which is not too smart after so much vodka. I did know the basic steps so it was not a total disaster. It was a super fun night, especially since it ended with Magnolia Pistachio cupcakes!

I will be spending the rest of my Sunday evening with my wine and kitty!

What did you do this weekend?

Do you know how to salsa dance?

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!

A few things I am thankful for:

1) IntenSati: I am so grateful that I discovered this amazing workout and spiritual practice. The Leader Training last weekend was the best 4 days of my life. I met so many beautiful people that showed me a ton of support and love.

The weekend totally shifted my way of thinking. I learned how to focus on the positive and appreciate all the things I do have instead of focusing on what I don’t have. I also faced one of my biggest fears; I got up and spoke in front of everyone. I can’t wait to get out there and start teaching!!!!

2) The blog community: I’ve made so many awesome friends from blogging and love all of my readers. I still get a burst of excitement each and every time I receive a new blog comment. Thank you for reading!!

3) Daisy!!!

4) My new job: I know I haven’t blogged much since I started the new position but I still love it as much as the first time I talked about it!! It is really fun, I work with great people, and I am able to get really cool things done to my hair all of the time!

5) On that note, I am thankful for my hair!

6) Spending Thanksgiving with the family! This year should be interesting. My mom will be Zumba dancing, my dad will be playing his guitar, and I will be practicing my intenSati moves!

7) My friends: Love you all!

My espresso machine: I make 2 shots with some almond milk and Stevia before my morning workouts. It works wonders!! (By the way, I have no idea why the number 8 is a happy face but no complaints here!)

9) My body: I spend too much time criticizing my body. I have strong legs and arms that get me through hour-long intense workouts and 8-mile hikes. I have pretty blue eyes and a nice sized…chest! That felt good.

10) Chocolate: You make me happy.

11) Martinis: You make me even happier.

12) House music: Every time I hear this music, I just want to get up and dance.

07 In the Air (feat. Rudy) [Axwell Remix]

Just blast that song and bust out your craziest dance moves. I promise it will lift your mood.

What are you thankful for this year?

I am heading to Philly in a couple of hours for my family dinner. I am bringing Daisy on the train with me. Can’t wait!! I hope all of you have a great Thanksgiving! Please spend time appreciating your company and the food on your plate instead of wasting your negative energy worrying about eating too much. Enjoy that extra slice of pumpkin pie! Love you all!

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Happy Halloween! Hope everyone had a fun weekend! On Saturday, I took Daisy the Moose to Dori’s apartment! I was so excited to take her on the subway dressed in her costume! She got a lot of attention of course!

Dori asked to borrow Daisy for the night since she has a mouse that will not go in the traps! Dori and I left Daisy there for a while to go drink margaritas and eat pizza. Delicious by the way! We came back in search (and terrified) of seeing the dead mouse but no luck.  I left Daisy there up until this afternoon but she never caught the critter. She was a very big baby and cried the entire night since I wasn’t there! Our plan failed but hopefully the mouse does not come back now that Daisy’s scent and hair is all over the place!

Later that night, I met up with Mari and her sister at our usual bar in Queens. The city is too crazy and expensive on Halloween so we decided to keep it low key. I came up with a last minute costume in about 20 minutes.

So typical…I know. I was not about to spend money on a costume just to go to our neighborhood bar. Mari also bought some cat ears and a tail and called it a day!

We made our special vodka and Crystal Light drinks!

The bar had $1.00 Jello shots! I can’t even tell you how many of those I had! Dangerous!

I got to play with a Shake Weight! Let me tell you; they might look ridiculous but they really do work your arms!

DJ Missy rocked the bar…

Great night! Now I am just sitting here, drinking some beer, waiting for some trick-or-treaters to ring the doorbell! I don’t think any kids come to my apartment! I was shocked last year when I went to the mall on Halloween and saw all of the kids trick-or-treating in the stores! I am used to the suburbs where we only went to houses! I guess more chocolate for me if no kids show up!

Where do kids trick-or-treat where you live?
What was your favorite part of the weekend?

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