Tag Archives: getting back into shape

The Run

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Nicole

As a little girl, I always thought that a new pair of sneakers could make me run faster. Ha! I was such a silly child. It’s obviously the shoelaces. My sister Sarah gave me a pair of hot pink shoelaces … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged exercise, getting back into shape, humor, Jillian Michaels, life, making exercise fun, marriage, weight loss, working out | 6 Comments

Fitness Friday: Water Makes it All Better… or mostly better

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Nicole

If there’s one excuse that can get me out of running at the gym, it’s this one: Wow, I forgot to drink water today. If I say those magical words, Nate will nod his head in sympathy and encourage me … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged benefits of drinking water, drinking enough water, exercise, getting back into shape, humor, life, tips on how to drink more water, weight loss | 8 Comments

What’s in your diet?

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Nicole

The hubby and I have decided to join forces in our get-back-into-shape goals, hoping that the other person will help us stay accountable. Motivated. Besides, my hubby likes that I’m all for taking this one step at a time. Easy and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged diet, eating habits, eating healthy as apposed to dieting, getting back into shape, healthier eating, healthy lifestyle, humor, losing weight | 6 Comments

Our Health Kick

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Nicole

What a fun weekend! I can’t wait to give you the recap. 🙂 But once again, I find myself running late on a Monday morning, so a weekend recap will have to wait. In more current news, today Nate and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Chobani yogurt, exercise, getting back into shape, healthy eating, healthy lifestyle, humor, marriage, weight loss | 4 Comments

First Outdoor Run of the Season… Check!

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Nicole

Well, maybe I should start at the beginning of when I took a blogging break? So much has happened over the past few days. I planned an Easter menu. Bought some curtains for the dining room (still have to put … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged exercise, getting back into shape, jogging, marriage, running outside | 6 Comments

Too Busy for Exercise?

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Nicole

There is one theme to April 2011 and that is BUSY! In fact, I spent some time organizing my calendar yesterday afternoon and then promptly ran upstairs to take a quick nap, exhausted from just looking at everything I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged exercise, finding time to work out, getting back into shape | 10 Comments

Here We Go Again…

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Nicole

Having an extremely snowy winter and my catching every cold and flu that was thrown my way made it nearly impossible for me and Nate to make it to the gym over the past few months. Yes, it was bad… But this … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged exercise, getting back into shape, gym, humor, losing weight, marriage, weight loss | 8 Comments

Just a Step at a Time

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Nicole

We’re nearly a week into the new year… Everyone from talk-show hosts to my friends at work are all asking me the same question: How are the New Year’s resolutions coming along? And my answer to all of them? A … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged eating healthier, exercise, exercise journal, food journal, getting back into shape, humor, New Year's resolutions, nutrition, reaching goals, weight loss | 8 Comments

Shapin’ Up: Accepting Where You’re At, but Not Being Happy With It

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Nicole

Well, I am happy to report that my bike is back, and that it’s in working condition. I, on the other hand, still need some work. I’ve been struggling lately with accepting where I’m at physically. As my husband and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged bike-riding, exercise, getting back into shape, knee injury, marriage, New home, new wife, pride | 8 Comments

Makeover Snack Challenge: Ahoy Thar!

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Nicole

As a little boy, my husband was fed the typical fare that most of us remember: cheese balls, cheese curls, cheezits, Doritos, Bugles, and potato chips. So after a busy day at work (or to go with his lunch at … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged challenge, getting back into shape, healthier eating, healthy snacks, marriage, new wife, nutrition | 5 Comments