How to Rock The Color Run!

Last July I ran my first 5K, which just so happened to be The Color Run. Doing a "fun run" helped calm my nerves about how I would perform during my first 5K. I realized with these races, it's not about who will have the fastest time, it's about having as much fun as you can.

People of all ages participated in the run- I even spotted some moms pushing their kids in strollers! People walked, ran, or did interval running (which was what I did, since I wasn't quite used to running at the time).

And although I had fun and had done interval training for my race, I was still unprepared for that whirlwind of color. Colored corn starch remained on my car seats until September.

This Saturday, I am running my second Color Run (but fourth 5K!) and I am more than prepared. Here are my tips for rocking The Color Run. These tips are useful for any fun run that you may get dirty on, like Muderrella or Spartan!

1. Make a team. The best part of these races is sharing the fun with others. Gather a few friends and cross the finish line together! You'll have each other to cheer on and party with each other during the wild after party! Yes, there's a crazy after party! You also save money for registration when you sign up as a team :)

2. Wear white. As much white as you can. Or any light color. Leave that black workout gear at home! You want to be COVERED in color! :) Keep in mind they will give you a Color Run shirt, if you don't mind getting covered in color. I wore The Color Run shirt last year, and most of the color came out of it when I washed it. Don't go out of your way to buy white though. Everything is getting dirty!

3. Wear sunglasses or goggles. You will want to protect your pretty eyes while running :) I wore a pair of plastic sunglasses last year. I call them my "Boardy Barn" sunglasses because I don't care about what happens to them (all the Long Island folk get what I mean).

4. Bring Ziploc baggies. And a fanny pack. I brought several baggies to put my phone, money, keys, etc. in. I also borrowed my friend's fannypack to use while running and it was the best idea ever. This year The Color Run banned backpacks, but fanny packs are allowed, so I purchased my own on Amazon to use while running. (This fanny pack is also for Boardy Barn. I really like Boardy Barn and running?)

5. Hold onto the packet of color in your registration pack! A couple of people opened their packets before the race began, but I held onto mine and burst it open during the after party. It was much better that way and it was at the after party where people got really covered in color. Save the packet!

6. Bring a towel. Maybe even two. If you're driving and have people riding in your car, make sure everyone brings a towel to sit on! You may want to pack an extra in your trunk just to wipe yourself off.

7. Clean properly. Bring a tub of baby wipes to help yourself get cleaned off a little before your ride home. There will be people with leaf blowers though to help get all that colored cornstarch off you though. Be prepared to take about 2-3 showers before all the color comes out. Last year I had to wash my body about 3 times, but I learned my usual, moisturizing body wash wouldn't cut it for getting out all the color. I had to use Dawn antibacterial dish soap. Hey- if they can use it to clean the grease off cute penguins, you can use it on your body. I still felt like I had some color deep into my pores, so I also used a face mask after my shower!


If you've never ran a race, I recommend The Color Run as a place to start. Or even if you're a pro at running marathons, The Color Run is a great time for good and not-so-clean fun!

Until next time :) xoxo

Guilt-Free Peanut Butter Fudge Pops!

Tonight was one of those nights where I created a dessert so amazing, I wanted to look in the mirror and say to myself, "Good God, I love you."

Don't worry, I didn't. But wowie kazowie was this dessert amazing.

I often take kickboxing classes at night, so afterwards I usually want something cool and refreshing after I've worked up a sweat. A Ralph's Italian Ice sounds pretty good right now, but I've been working so hard and I just want to keep at it!

A few weeks ago I ordered some ice pop molds from Amazon so I can start making some "Babe Pops" as Karena & Katrina, from Tone It Up, call them. While they have many amazing recipes, I didn't have many of the ingredients that they call for handy. I decided to whip up my own simple concoction for Peanut Butter Fudge Pops.

You will definitely need some ice pop molds for this! However you can definitely make this as "ice cream" if you freeze the bananas first and leave out the almond milk.

Guilt-Free Peanut Butter Fudge Pops

Makes about 4 fudge pops

Ingredients:
- 2 bananas
- 4 tbsp of chocolate PB2
- 1/2 unsweetened vanilla almond milk (but I bet this comes out ultra chocolatey if you use unsweetened chocolate almond milk!)

1. Prepare the PB2 as the directions state.
2. In your blender or food processor (or Nutribullet because that's what I used), blend the bananas, PB2, and almond milk until smooth.
3. Pour into the molds and freeze for about 6 hours or overnight!
4. Run the pop under warm water until it slides out, and enjoy!

*To make this as "ice cream," slice & freeze your bananas for a few hours, then blend with the prepared PB2 and enjoy immediately!

You've been working really hard for that beach body! You deserve a treat :) I promise you that you will be completely satisfied with one of these fudge pops.

Until next time! Xoxo

Calling All Trendy Gym Betches!

Hey you,

You must be a trendy gym betch, welcome.

If you're a super trendy gym betch, you probably already know about my favorite website. If you haven't heard about it yet, no worries, allow me to introduce Fabletics.

As someone who has a shopping problem, Fabletics is dangerous to my health. However it is designed for the fit, fashionable, and frugal.

Fabletics is a brand of fitness clothing co-founded by Kate Hudson (and, like, other people but Kate's name is all over the website). The clothing is great quality and affordable! I feel like I'm cheating on Lululemon (ilsym baby I'm sorry). They should call the leggings "Miracle Leggings" because my tushie looks heaven sent in them.

The best way to get the most of Fabletics is to take the "Get Started" quiz, which helps pick what outfits will be best for you depending on your fitness style, such as running, yoga, and cycling. There's even options for those who like to mix things up, like me! This creates your "Lifestyle Profile." Once you finish the quiz, your top outfit choices are selected. You don't even have to buy those outfits. You can mix and match other pieces! Each month you will receive a list of outfits that are selected for your Lifestyle. You can check out as a regular member and come back as you please, or sign up for the VIP Membership, which is what I recommend. VIP outfits start at $49.50 and are 40% off the price for regular members. Not to mention, your first outfit is 50% off. Chicka chicka yeeaaaaaaah. VIP Members have the opportunity to pick out a new outfit each month. Can't commit to spending $49.50 a month? Neither can I. Netflix is my only monthly commitment (except those bastards just went up $1. CURSE YOU). Even when you're a Fabletics VIP Member, you can choose to "skip" a month. Make sure you select "skip" when you receive your monthly outfits! If you forget, it's okie doke. Your account will be credited $49.50, which you can save for another month. Just make sure you hit skip on that month! Also, some tops are even cute to wear out to the bar. No kiddin'.

So do I recommend Fabletics? Yes! I haven't been disappointed in an outfit yet. Make sure you read their size guides, although I find their outfits to run true to size! Some may think the leggings feel tight, but personally I like my workout leggings snug. The one drawback I've had is with sports bras. I like my sports bras a little padded since I gots no boobs and I like to create the illusion that I do. They're not bad sports bras though, they really do their job and compress. Except in my case I was compressed to the level of "ironing board." Other than that, everything is excellent quality and cute, plus the price is just right. I get about 2-3 pieces in an outfit for at least $50, and I'd definitely spend more than that for a complete outfit at Target. This is great for all gym betches and those looking to get started on creating a new gym wardrobe.

So go ahead, girl, getcha shop on. XO!