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Screaming Shoulders and Thirsty Thursday

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My shoulders hurt.

After running the lake this afternoon, I headed over to the gym for a quick Back, Chest, and Shoulder workout that left my muscles shaking and completely burnt out.

Win!

Back

  • Lat Pull Down: 3 sets of 12, 45 pounds
  • Bent Over Row: 3 sets of 12, 15 pounds
  • Back Extension: 3 sets of 15, bodyweight

Chest

  • Push ups: 3 sets of 20
  • Dumbbell Chest Fly: 3 sets of 12, 15 pounds

Shoulders

I held a dumbbell in the opposite hand with my arm almost parallel to the floor as I worked the opposing side for the first 4 sets

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  • Dumbbell Shoulder Press- 3x through, 10 pounds
  1. Horizontal Grip, Right side- 6 reps
  2. Horizontal Grip, Left side- 6 reps
  3. Vertical Grip, Right side- 6 reps
  4. Vertical Grip, Left side- 6 reps
  5. Arnold Press, both sides-  10 reps

Complete each movement in a slow and controlled motion. Breath out as you contract and in as you release. Keep your form in check!

  • Front Raise: 3 sets of 12, 7.5 pounds
  • Lateral Raise: 3 sets of 12, 7.5 pounds

Screaming shoulders…I think so.

I came home and made myself a green protein smoothie with my new Ninja blender, which literally kicks ass.

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In the mix

  • 1 scoop chocolate Sunwarrior protein powder
  • 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 frozen banana
  • 2 large handfuls of spinach
  • 2 Tbsp rolled oats
  • water and ice.

It’s been quite a while since I’ve done a “Thirsty Thursday” post, but since this weekend marks the start of summer, what better time to get festive!

Whether you are attending a BBQ or throwing your own, don’t be shy to prepare some lower calories drinks that tastes just as good, have less sugar and still do the trick Smile

Here are some simple Memorial Day themed ideas.

You know I love my Vodka so I am being a bit biased, but Bacardi and Tequila would also work well.

  • 1.5 oz Vodka
  • 4 oz Sprite Zero
  • 2 frozen strawberries, halved
  • 5 frozen blueberries

  • 1.5 oz Vodka
  • 4 oz Diet Sierra Mist Cranberry Splash
  • 5 Frozen Blackberries

  • 1.5 oz Raspberry Vodka
  • 4 oz Sprite Zero
  • 5 Frozen Raspberries

  • 1.5 oz Blueberry Vodka
  • 4 oz Fresca
  • 5 Frozen blueberries

You can also puree some fruit with your choice of alcohol, pouring it into an ice cube tray to make these mini popsicles, which would be a hit!

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Add fresh lemon juice with water in place of soda, use Agave nectar or Stevia for added sweetness, and even freeze some red and blue berries into ice cubes for a festive flare in your water glass.

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Refreshing drinks without added calories from syrups and sour mix is the perfect option for your guests, and for yourself. Show everyone that there is always a way to make things healthier, without losing flavor.

Thirsty Thursday {Happy New Year}

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It’s the last Thirsty Thursday of 2011!

Break out those Champagne glasses and start toasting to the new year.

Fireworks

4 oz Champagne
1/3 oz Gin
1/2 oz Tangerine Schnapps

Flirtini

  • 3 oz Champagne
  • 1/2 oz Orange liqueur
  • 1/2 oz Vodka
  • 1 oz Pineapple juice

And since we may be doing a little kissing when the clock strikes 12, a shot of mint is an obvious necessity.

Breath Mint Shooter

  • 1 oz Peppermint schnapps
  • 1 oz Bacardi Superior
Because there’s no better way to kick off the new year than with icy cool breath that lasts :)

Fun Fact: According to the Huffington Post, the top 10 baby names for 2012 are as follows…

Girls 

1. Charlotte
2. Seraphina
3. Amelia
4. Violet
5. Isla
6. Imogen
7. Adelaide
8. Alice
9. Scarlett
10. Lila

Boys

1. Asher
2. Finn
3. Henry
4. Milo
5. Jasper
6. Atticus
7. Oliver
8. James
9. Jude
10. Felix

Atticus?..Adelaide?…Really?

Thirsty Thursday {Holiday part 3}

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Twas the Thursday before Christmas, and houses everywhere

Are stocking their cabinets, With liquor and beer.

Drinks will be poured into everyone’s glass

Soon they’ll be drunk, and will fall on their ass

We will toast to the end and the start of a year

Filled with happiness, love, lots of laughter and cheer

So raise your glass towards the sky, Scream with all of your might

“Happy Thirsty Thursday to all, And to all to all a good night!”

 

English and Literature were always my strong subjects Smile

Let the Holiday weekend begin!!

 

Hot Choco-nut

  • 1 oz Baileys Irish Cream
  • 1 oz Coconut Parrot Bay Rum
  • 1 oz Hot Chocolate

Prepare hot chocolate per usual, then add in your Baileys and coconut rum. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings

Blue Christmas

  • 2 oz Vodka
  • 1 oz Hypnotic
  • 1 oz Pineapple Juice

Mix together in shaker with ice. Pour into chilled glass rimmed with Truvia

Holly Jolly-Tini

  • 2 oz Cranberry Juice
  • 1.5 oz Vodka
  • Splash of fresh lime juice

Mix together in shaker with ice. Pour into chilled glass. Garnish with fresh cranberries

Thirsty Thursday {Holiday part 2}

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It’s almost the weekend, which means another Thirsty Thursday is upon us!

Whether you are attending an “Ugly Sweater” party or staying low key, make sure to try one of these Christmas cocktails to bring some holiday cheer into your weekend.

Peppermint Bark Martini

  • 1.5 oz Vodka
  • 1 oz Peppermint Schnapps
  • 1 oz Godiva liqueur

Mix ingredients in shaker with ice. Pour into chilled glass rimmed with peppermint pieces. Sprinkle Chocolate shavings into glass.

The Grinch

  • 2 oz Midori
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • 1 packet of sugar, or other natural (no calorie) sweetener

Mix ingredients in shaker with ice. Strain into chilled glass with a maraschino cherry.

Snickerdoodle Shot

  • 1 Tbsp Butterscotch Schnapps
  • 1 Tbsp Amaretto
  • Dash of cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp Bailey’s Irish Cream
  • Dash of cinnamon

As listed above, layer ingredients into a shot glass…and  pound it!

How cute and simple is that!?

Enjoy :) !

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Thirsty Thursday {Holiday part 1}

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It’s been a while since I’ve done a “Thirsty Thursday” post, so I thought that I would rekindle the alcoholic flame in honor of the hectic holiday season. 

Let’s kick off this series with the most traditional of holiday beverages…

Eggnog Martini

  • 2oz Eggnog
  • 1.5oz Vodka
  • 1oz Amaretto

Combine ingredients in shaker with ice and pour into chilled glass. Sprinkle cinnamon on top.

Candy Cane Martini

  • 1.5oz Vanilla Vodka
  • 1oz Peppermint Schnapps
  • .5oz White Crème De Cacao

Combine Ingredients in shaker with ice and pour into chilled glass rimmed with crushed candy cane pieces, or place a baby candy cane in glass.

Remember that these delicious drinks can add up fast in terms of calories and fat. Be mindful of how many you are consuming and try to eat a healthier meal full of vegetables and protein. Also, pass on the dessert menu and drink plenty of water.

Then in the morning, perform this circuit Smile

10 minute warm up- Cardio of choice

  • DB Chest Press- 10 reps
  • DB Chest Fly- 10 reps
  • Bent Over Row- 15 reps
  • Squat to Shoulder Press- 15 reps
  • Bicep Curl-15 reps
  • Tricep Kickbacks-15 reps
  • Bicycle Crunch-15
  • Plank-30 seconds

Go through the list 3x, resting 1 minute between sets.

And of course, make sure to stretch.

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Thirsty Thursday {Halloween Weekend}

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The weather today was perfect for staying in bed and watching reality television for hours.

Unfortunately, we live in the real world (hehe) where laziness is not an option.

Unless your name is Kate Middleton, when in that case you can sit your pretty behind on the couch for weeks on end if that was your wish.

As for us regular folks, jobs,errands and workouts fill the hours of our days. Plus, it’s Halloween weekend and there is much to get done!!

And then it’s time for a drink.

It’s the final Thirsty Thursday before All Hallows Eve, and I have a recipe that your entire party will enjoy.

Especially the vampires

Bloody Punch Bowl

  • 2 Bottles Diet Cranberry Sierra Mist
  • 1 bottle Juicy Juice 100% Apple Juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 bottle clear alcohol of choice (Bacardi, Vodka, Tequila) I prefer rum or vodka
  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries

Mix liquid ingredients in a large punch bowl or black witches’ caldron. Add cranberries and serve with ladle.

For floating ice hand: Fill 2 (not powdered) latex gloves with water, tie the end with a rubber band and freeze for about 4 hours. Once the water is frozen solid, remove the glove and place hand inside of punch bowl. Keep the other hand in freezer for replacement.

Enjoy!!

Thirsty Thursday {Halloween part IV}

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Oreo Cookie Martini

  • 2 oz Vodka
  • 1/2 oz Kahlua
  • 1/2 oz Baileys Irish Cream
  • 1/2 oz White Crème de Cacao
  • 1  crushed Oreo Cookie

Pour ingredients into shaker with ice and strain into chilled glass. Sprinkle cookie crumbles on top, or around the glass rim.

Another version: Add scoop of Oreo or vanilla ice cream, mix in blender until smooth. Pour into chilled glass.

Slime Shot

  • 1 oz Vodka
  • 1/2 oz Midori
  • Splash of fresh lemon juice

Shake ingredients together, and pour into chilled shot glass.

Gummy Worm Martini

  • 1 oz Mango Vodka
  • 1 oz Raspberry Vodka

(Or use 2 oz of Three Olives Purple Vodka instead of mango and ras)

  • 1/2 oz Blue Curacao
  • 1 oz Sprite or other Lemon-Lime soda

Mix ingredients in shaker with ice and pour into chilled glass filled with gummy worms.

Purple Punch

  • 1.5 oz. Three Olives Purple Vodka
  • 1 oz. Peach schnapps
  • 3 oz. Cranberry juice
  • 2 Tbsp frozen grapes or blueberries

Mix liquid ingredients in shaker with ice and strain into chilled glass. Garnish with frozen blueberries or grapes

Next weekend is Halloween!! 

Any plans?

Thirsty Thursday {Halloween part II}

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Black Magic Martini

  • 3 oz Black Vodka (Absolut 100)
  • 1/2 oz Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur

Pour ingredients into cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into chilled glass. Garnish with lemon twist and two frozen raspberries.

Sweet Tart-Tini

  • 3 oz Vodka
  • 1/2 oz Pineapple Juice
  • 1/2 oz Lime Juice
  • 1/2 oz Raspberry Liqueur

Pour ingredients into cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into chilled glass. Garnish with frozen raspberries.

Jolly Rancher

  • 3 oz Vodka
  • 1 oz Midori Melon
  • 1 oz cranberry Juice

Pour ingredients into cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into chilled glass rimmed with crushed jolly rancher pieces, and a few frozen cranberries

Thirsty Thursday {Halloween part 1}

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What’s a Halloween party without fun and festive drinks?

Throughout the month of October, I am dedicating “Thirsty Thursday” to Halloween candy favorites..in drink form.

Starting with the most popular candy of all, Candy Corn!

Candy Corn Martini

Makes 2 drinks.

Step 1. Combine 1/2 cup candy corn with 1.5 cups of Vodka in a sealed container and set aside for 3 hours.

Step 2: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add

  • 2 ounce Triple sec,
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 Tablespoons liquid egg whites

Step 3: Strain infused Vodka into cocktail shaker

Step 4: Vigorously shake for 30 seconds.

Step 5: Strain into chilled martini glass with candy corn garnish.

Prefer a shot?

Pop Rock Shots

Step 1: Rim shot glass with Pop Rocks candy (any flavor)

Step 2: Fill shot glass with Vodka, Rum, or Tequila

or choose flavored vodka to match pop rock candy

Thirsty Thursday {would you like some cheese with that wine?}

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What do you think? I’ll bring the bandanas Smile

OK, shall we get to drinkin?

Let’s start with some of my favorite Red Wines.

Pinot Noir

Light- Medium bodied.Tastes of deep red fruits, and spice. Pairs well with Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, along with various cheeses and gamey meats.

Merlot

A lighter wine that tastes of blackberries, cherries, plums and a hint of black pepper. Goes well with most foods, but pairs perfectly with grilled meats, pastas and salads. Mixes well with Cabernets.

Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry, Medium to Full Bodied, Tastes of plum. blueberry, blackberry, cherry, vanilla, and warm spices. Pairs well with red sauces, meat, strong cheese and dark chocolate.

Cabernet Franc

Med-Full bodied. Tastes of berries and plum. Pairs well with Mediterranean cuisine, pastas and poultry.

Zinfandel

Low-Moderate acidity. Tastes of black cherries and berries, much like the flavor of Jam, with a hint of spice. Pairs well with pizza (tomatoes and cheese), chocolate. pasta and red/white meats.

Most of the time, red wines put me to sleep or leave me with a headache in the morning. I much rather prefer a light, crisp, citrus flavored wine.

Onto the Whites!

Pinot Grigio

Dry, Acidic. Tastes of  crisp lemon and citrus . Pairs well with seafood, white meats and light pasta dishes. Don’t eat with citrusy sauces.

Chardonnay

Full bodied, acidic. Tastes of lemon, grapefruit, melon, and vanilla.Pairs well with chicken and fish.

Riesling

Light-Med bodied, Acidic. Tastes of apples, apricots, peaches, and lemons. Pair with white meats and seafood.

Sauvignon Blanc

Crisp and acidic. Tastes of sour apples, pears, mango and melon. Pairs well with seafood, poultry,cheese and salad.

I am definitely a white wine girl, but an occasional glass of red is always a nice change.

I’m thinking this night calls for some frozen grapes, sharp cheeses, dark chocolate and a glass of vino.

Cheers to being a wine snob! Winking smile