What I ate....

Breakfast today was yummy Paleo Choc Chip Banana Bread!  I make this once a week and it is DELISH!  I enjoyed it with a cup of coffee!  Perfect!  The recipe is below :)

http://livinpaleocuisine.com/2013/11/22/chocolate-chip-banana-bread/

Lunch at the beach was an Italian Wrap from Publix, wheat wrap, meat, and veggies!  Delish...to bad I did not get a pic :(

Dinner was blue cheese bacon burgers with pickle and tomato!  Yum!  I had a side of mixed greens with paleo home made dressing while the others had french fries...LOL.

Here is the recipe for the salad dressing...it is delish!  I keep it in my fridge at all times!!!

https://www.onnit.com/blog/honey-balsamic-vinaigrette/

Winn Dixie Deals--Paper Products

Here are the Winn Dixie deals I scored!

Bounty Basic Paper Towels 6 pk $3.99 - .25 manf cpn = $3.74

Charmin Basic Toilet Paper $3.99 - .75 manf cpn = 3.24

(I bought 2 packs of TP & had 2 coupons :)

Total $10.22

Upper Body Workout & Dinner

Here is today's workout.  It was upper body day for me.  I also threw in some extra stuff since I took a few days off from lifting.  Again this picture is not me....just one I found online :)

500 M Row (Warm Up)

Pull up (assisted)                       10 reps

Cybex Eagle Row   70lbs          15 reps

Cybex Tricep Press 40lbs         15 reps

*Repeat above 3 times*

25 decline sit ups

Chest Press             50lb bar     15 reps

Dumbbell Flys         15 lbs         15 reps

Dumbbell Hammer Curls 15 lbs 15 reps

*Repeat above 3 times*

25 decline sit ups

Single leg step ups on med box Left Leg     20 reps

Single leg step ups on med box Right Leg   20 reps

KB Swings #25lbs                                     25 reps

KB alternating arm swings  #30 lbs             25 reps

KB Single Arm Shoulder Press #15 lbs       10 reps

KB Single Arm Shoulder Press #15 lbs       10 reps

*Repeat above 3 times*

25 decline sit ups

Bicep Curls     #20 lbs        12 reps

Bent over one arm row-left    #20 lbs 12 reps

Bent over one arm row-right  #20 lbs 12 reps

*Repeat above 3 times*

25 decline sit ups

15 Bosu Burpee's

Smith Squat Machine #50 lbs  #15 reps

*Repeat 2 times*

And then I got home and enjoyed dinner!  Sweet Potato, Baked Squash w/ peppers and a pork chop!

Ladies Night Out & ZO Medical Products

Last night was Ladies Night Out at the Palm Harbor Plastic Surgery Centre.  This event happens about three times a year and this was my third time attending.  The first time I went, I knew no one at all and just went for the heck of it.  There I met new friends and since then, we meet up at these events each time and enjoy wine, great food, and wonderful conversation.  

The first time I went I received a free generous sample of ZO Brightenex.  After receiving instructions on the product, I went home and used it.  I had more compliments than ever on my skin.  My second time attending this event I received a sample of Glycogent which pairs nicely with my Brightenex I was already using.  Again more compliments on my skin.  So at this point I was just about out of my Brightenex sample (mind you my sample has lasted about 9 months) and I went to the event with plans to purchase the Brightenex in which I did.  The office offered 25% off all ZO products so I saved some $$ as well as received a few free samples of more ZO products (SCORE :)  I also won a free gift they raffled off plus I got a ZO T Shirt from the ZO distributor..another SCORE!!!!!

So here is my skincare regimen and I will tell you the products I have used in the past WORK!

Foamacleanse..I washed my face with it and it felt tight afterwards.  I love it so far!

FOAMACLEANSE™

Gentle Foaming Cleanser for All Skin Types

Foamacleanse is a gentle foaming cleanser designed to remove impurities, deep clean pores and leave the skin feeling refreshed, clean and hydrated. Formulated for all skin types, it contains a potent blend of antioxidants to help protect skin from the harmful effects of daily exposure to the elements.

(240 mL / 8 Fl. Oz.)

$47.00

In the p.m. I apply the Brightenex, just a dab will do ya and this small amount covers my face!

I also used the ZO Exfoliating Polish on my chest area tonight.  Great for your face, neck, and chest..even hands!!!!

Offects® Exfoliating Polish

Ultra-fine magnesium crystals exfoliate dead skin cells and increase epidermal turnover for a cleaner, smoother, more even-toned complexion. Vitamins A, C, E, and C-Esters provide antioxidant benefits to help maintain skin barrier function.

(Net Wt. 65 g, 2 Oz.)

$65.00

Directions for Use: 

After cleansing, moisten your face with lukewarm water. Apply a small amount to damp face and neck. Gently massage skin in a circular motion; adding water as necessary. Rinse thoroughly. Use at least twice a week, morning or evening.

Tomorrow a.m. I will apply the Glycogent, again just a dab will do ya!  I use one pump!

Exfoliation Accelerator

An innovative exfoliation accelerator engineered to help reduce inflammation and prevent future damage. Active ingredients enhance mitosis and help correct skin discoloration.

• Potent glycolic and lactic acid complex provides skin surface renewal
• Anti-inflammatory properties help minimize the appearance of irritated skin
• Proven antioxidants help prevent future skin damage

(75 mL, 2.5 Fl. Oz.)

Directions for Use: 

Use in the AM. Apply 1-2 pumps daily as directed by your physician.

SUNBURN ALERT

This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.

Lastly I use the Ossential Daily Power Defense.  I apply this, let sink in a few minutes, then apply my moisturizer and makeup.

Ossential® Daily Power Defense

Highly stable retinol, antioxidants, and specialized DNA repairing enzymes work around-the-clock to help minimize UV oxidative damage and uneven pigmentation, while restoring skin function and elasticity.

(50 mL, 1.7 Fl. Oz.)

$150.00

Directions for Use: 

Following cleansing, apply 2 -3 pumps over your face and neck every morning. Massaging skin increases absorption, penetration and stimulation. Follow with ZO® Skin Health Oclipse® Sunscreen + Primer SPF 30.

- See more at: http://shop.zoskinhealth.com/zoskinhealth/ossential-daily-power-defense#sthash.oM2YUH4i.dpuf

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Publix Deals

Today I scored a few good Publix Deals!  Here is what I got!

Dial Soap $2.27 (BOGO) - $1 cpn = $1.27...$.64 each box

B6 Vitamins $3.59 - $2 Publix Cpn - $1 Manuf Cpn = $.59

Friskies Cat Food $4.49 (BOGO) - $1 Manuf Cpn = $3.49....$1.75 a bag (For the school fundraiser)

Lysol Wipes 75ct $4.79 (BOGO) - .50 Manf Cpn = $4.29.....$2.15 each

Angel Soft Tissue $2.95 (BOGO) - .45 Manf Cpn = $2.50.....$1.25 each

TOTAL $12.17

Bob Evans Mac n Cheese $3.79 (BOGO) - $1.35 Manf Cpn = $2.44...$1.22 each package
Jello Pudding Super Size $2.99 - $1 Manf Cpn = $1.99
Jello Pudding $2.45 - BOGO Publix Cpn - $1 Manf Cpn = $1.45.....$.73 each pack
Community Coffee 12pk K Cups  $7.99 - $2 Publix Cpn - $2 Manf Cpn = $3.99
Coke 8 pack $3.00 each - $1 Publix Cpn when you buy 2 packs..$5.00/2...$2.50 each pack
Quaker Warm and Crunchy Oatmeal $2.50 - $1 Manf Cpn = $1.50
Goldfish Puffs $2.99 (BOGO) - .55 Manf Cpn on each bag = $1.89.....$.95 each bag
Welch's Juice $3.19 (BOGO) - $1 Manf Cpn = $2.19...$1.10 each bottle
Fresh Asparagus $1.99
TOTAL $22.44

What I ate......

Here is what I made for breakfast and dinner today.  The breakfast idea came from one of my trainers..yum!  I did not have time to cook the bacon so I skipped that step but tomorrow it's ON!

Bacon, Tomato, Egg, Avocado Breakfast Salad

Dinner was Pork Loin (Lemons, salt, pepper, garlic in the crock pot on low), Southwest Quinoa, and a Sweet Potato

Fit Fifty!

Here is a quick little leg workout......50 reps each exercise!

50 squats w/ #50 lb bar
50 deadlifts w/ #50 lb bar
50 Leg Extensions #55 lbs
50 Lying Leg Curls #35 lbs
50 Seated Leg Presses #130 lbs
50 Smith Machine Squats  (20 reps @ #50 lbs, 15 reps @ 70lbs, 15 reps @ 90lbs)
50 Seated Calf Press Machine  #130 lbs

I did this prior to a 45 minute Body Combat Class and 30 min Boot Camp..not the best idea :/