Hellooooooo 
How are ya?? I’m so glad ya’ll are liking the Winter Shape Up workouts! Keep up the amazing work and update me with how you’re doing! I’ve already heard some awesome feedback from this week’s workout. Check it out, yo 
Today has been a chocolatey day.
It all started with this beast:
An ooey, gooey chocolate bfast cookie.
-1/2 cup multigrain oats
-1 smashed banana
-almond milk
-raw cacao powder
-1 T almond butter
-1/2 scoop vanilla Sun Warrior
-drizzle of the agave cacao syrup Katie sent me
I am a hardcore chocolate lover, and this was almost a little too much sweet for breakfast.
You never would have guessed from my mid-morning snack:
Bahah. More chocolate
Guess lots of veggies are in my lunch future.
I also had a shot of “C”:
(Tip: when you use less water, it tastes WAY better)
And LOTS of tea.
(Thank you again to Celestial Seasonings for the sample!)
Whatever this weird ick is, I’m still fighting it 
I spent the morning cleaning the casa then took these little monkeys to the vet.
Viesa had to get her bordatella, and Bella cowered in the corner the whole time even though she didn’t need to get anything today. They both got ice cream afterwards, though
I’m about to take them for a walk, then meeting Jeni at the gym.
I told you guys that this week I’d let you know about the craziness that’s going on in my life (it’s all good stuff) so I thought I’d start with a little hint.
I’ll be wearing these again:
Have a wonderful day and I’ll see you soon!
xoxo,
Gina
Something to do: Enter this awesome Celestial Seasonings giveaway! Click here
Edited to say: For some strange reason, comments aren’t working on the giveaway page, so all comments on this post will also be considered for the giveaway until I get that fixed.
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Wow what a great giveaway! I’m always tired and can’t fall asleep so I bet sleepytime would be great for me!
i’d love to try the sleepytime tea! i’m a busy graduate student, and even though i have no problem falling asleep, i wake up frequently in the middle of the night and have trouble getting back to sleep.
Could not comment on the Tea Giveaway, so here is goes.
Tea is very warming and comforting to me. I have become addicted to drinking tea daily and trying all different varieties. I use them for relaxtion and well as medicinal purposes. Currently I am fighting alot of anxiety issues, which cause stomach issues. I need tea to help me through this phase of life.
I would love to win! I am a huge fan of tea. I have about 3 cups a day. For my symptoms, I would say the biggest are sleeplessness and being healthy and wanting to stay that way. I have been a terrible sleeper since as long as I can remember. A nice soothing tea to remedy that would be awesome! I never get more than four hours of sleep at night. I also would love an immunity booster for the times when I feel it coming on and want to try everything to stop it in its tracks.
My boyfriend is also a huge tea lover and if I win, I’ll share some with him!
Hello! I have severe asthma (exercise induced as well) so, since i work out a ton, i naturally always have a hard time breathing deep. is there any tea that can help? i hear that thyme helps, but is there any tea that can help as well? THANK YOU!!!
I was wondering what your thoughts were on Body Fortress Super Advanced Whey Protein Powder. I bought some yesterday in order to help me gain more weight, but arent too informed on whey protein powders.
I typically workout most days of the week (both cardio and STing), should I take it on days that I dont work out as well in order to gain weight since that is my main goal?
And is it ok to take more than once a day if I’m not a serious athlete or muscle builder?
Hi I was wondering if you could help me. My manager has been told that she needs to take extra calcium. She was given a prescription that comes with a ton of side effects which she did happen to experience after tying it for 2.5 months. I was wondering if you could recommend something organic and/or something she should incoropate into her diet. FYI, I love the breakfast cookie, I now have kicked it up with flax seed powder, chia powder and goji berries. Very tasty and I am so amazed how full I am after I have it. I love your blog and get such inspiration from it.
hey cheryl,
greens are an excellent source of calicium (like kale and chard). just make sure to have a little bit of healthy fat with it so your body can absorb the nutrients
Love the Sleepy time tea & also the peppermint tea and would love to win some! I’m thinking you are going to start cooking more meals for your clients and you found a place to do it at??
I always have issues with my energy levels! And I like to drink tea when I know I’m not hungry but have the urge to eat mindless snacks!!
what a fun giveaway!!! Tea is such an amazing tool for relaxation!! I could def use some in my future!!
AHH this is my dream getaway! my symptoms are…headache, body aches, and a swollen throat
. no good!
Mmmm…love chocolatey days! oooh from those shoes, I’m guessing you’re going to be getting back in the {professional} kitchen??
I love Celestial Seasonings — I can’t tell you how many years Sleepytime Tea has been giving my Hot Shot a nightly workout! I’ve been having issues with my energy levels and ability to focus lately — and who isn’t feeling a little sluggish after some Super Bowl Sunday indulgence?
I LOVE TEA! This is a fabulous giveaway. I am a huge fan of the Sleepy Time but lately my stomach has been a mess–super bowl indulgences did not help.
Yum, I am loving some tea this frigid winter!! I am a big Celestial Seasonings fan too. As I am typing I am drinking some peppermint flavor Celestial Seasoning trying to warm myself up! Great giveaway! And that bear is pretty darn cute
Love the give away! I have a hard time falling asleep so sleepytime would be a great:)
Thanks gina!!
A nice cup of tea before bed really helps me unwind from the day’s stress and sleep like a soothed baby
Great giveaway. I love tea.
Currently have strep throat, so the sore throat tea would be perfect!!
My tummy has been feeling bloated lately, so I think the Tummy Mint should be something I try.
Hi Gina – thanks for creating such fun giveaways…I love all tea, but especially breakfast tea (less caff than coffee, but still enough to get me moving) and minty/spearmint/pepperminty teas b.c I think they help clear up my skin.
Also, I live in my Dansko clogs…even if others hate on them. They’re so comfty and good for your posture. Hope you enjoy yours:)
My immune system definitely need a boost! I’d love to try the Echinacea Complete care®.
Yay about the shoes! Can’t wait to hear the news! <3
What a great giveaway!!!! I am currently getting over food poisoning so that tea would be PERFECT
I love love love sleepytime! It is my go-to tea
I would have to say my symptoms are stress and trouble sleeping. Thanks for the giveaways!!! I will be starting Week 4 right after work today
Right now I feel GREAT! And I want to stay that way! February is and very busy month for me so I need to be in tip top shape!
love me some tea!! and i did winter shape up 3 today-my friends are loving your new routines!!
I am just getting over the worst cold that I have had all year. It started in my chest, moved into a sore throat, then turned into a cough/stuffy head. I still have a lingering cough. I need to boost my energy as I try to train for a marathon. I am also trying to kick my nighttime sweet tooth with tea. So, I would LOVE to win the tea giveaway. I’m into peppermint, mandarin orange spice, and sleepytime teas. I’ve never tried their ginseng teas, but they sound great. FYI: I love Celestial Seasonings. I used to live out in Colorado and even went to their factory for a tour:)
my digestive system could use some cleansing (:)) so anything that will help that is a winner in my book!!!
Sleepytime for this sleepless gal please!
I could REALLY use some cleansing action after Super Bowl weekend…that, and I just really love tea!
my stomach has felt crampy, bloaty and just not right! thanks for the giveaway:)
im tired a lot and my digestive system could use a boost too haha
thankyou so so much gina!
and is it a new job?!
Hey Gina. I have recently cut meat out of my diet and my stomach seems to be in the “getting used to so much fiber” stage. That Tummy Mint would be great!
I would LOVE!! to win!! ALL of Celestial Seasonings teas are great in quality and flavor! I love their packaging and the lovely “quotes” and words of wisdom they include in each box!
My symptoms are over indulging! although I have been indulging the healthy “fitnessista” way, thanks to all I`ve learned from you and your blog I can now indulge more often! your blog is a great inspiration to stay healthy and the reason why I`ve started to incorporate more raw foods and meals to my diet!
I WOULD LOVE SOME OF THAT TEA!!
I have persistent GERD and tummy issues and tea makes a world of difference. I also have a mangled index finger from a blender accident, does that count?
I have a feeling you’re going pro at the raw food cheffer thang!
Are you going in to nursing or were you a nurse? The clogs…..that’s what they tell me!
nope, nothin to do with nursing
My symptoms: My stomach hurts and/or I’m feeling bloated and I need to cleanse my body after over-indulging in fatty foods, alcohol or caffeine.
I love Celestial Seasonings! I love to make iced tea out of Lemon Zinger.
Mmmm the breakfast cookie looks great, I need to make some soon!
I love Celestial Seasonings, such a great tea company!
I’m so anxious to know what those shoes mean!
going to do winter work out now!
Sorry you still are not feeling well. Any chance you might be preggo?? Just a thought. I am VERY experienced in this area – 4 kids, 6 pregnancies. If you aren’t sure, don’t discount it.
Good luck!
Hi there! Not sure if this counts as “sick” but I’ve always had some issues with getting my body to relax and sleep when I want it too and some major side effects of that are my constant headaches (often from caffeine withdrawls to supplement my lack of sleep) and I’m constantly struggling with my immune system. No matter how much exercise I get or how healthy the food I eat, it all seems to revolve around my sleep issues. I’ve really heard great things about this company and I’d love to try their natural approach. ESPECIALLY because I start my new job on friday working the AM shift (6am-2pm) at a local children’s shelter and I REALLY want to be on my “A” game for them. Contest or no contest I will certainly be giving “Celestial” a try!
Thanks for the tip!
Yum! I don’t think chocolate for breakfast can ever be considered a bad thing. LOL!
K
Awesome giveaway! I love to drink tea at pretty much any time of the day… Green is my fav, but I’m always down to try new things!
I am almost out of tea and would love this!! Thanks Gina!
That breakfast cookie looks right up my ally. I’m a chocoholic!! I would love the tea, also…I need to get back into drinking more tea, and I love trying new flavors!
Mmm mm, I am lovin’ that breakfast cookie, I had one this morning myself!
And cheffer shoes!! Yayyy! Can’t wait to see what you’re up to =D
xo
K
P.S. Did you ever get my email? I sent it over a week ago…
blah. i’m an email slacker.. off to find it
Yum chocolate for breakfast is perfect! For the tea giveaway, I feel great and i want to stay that way!
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