Tiara Countdown is On
Hi guys! Hope you’re having a glorious, relaxing Sunday 😀
I started the day off with a 6-miler! It was the last long-ish run before the Princess Half next Sunday. Yikers!
Before leaving the casa, I had 1/2 banana with almond butter, cinnamon and mesquite.
I didn’t want to go to heavy with the food, after last week’s 12-miler with a rock in my stomach, and since it was a shorter run, that combo worked perfectly.
Here are our splits:
Mile 1: 9:17
Mile 2: 9:15
Mile 3: 9:14
Mile 4: 9:36
Mile 5: 9:01
Mile 6: 9:37
Walked .47 and stretched: 16:04
Not too shabby 😀
Even though I’m definitely starting to feel those pre-race jitters, I’m hoping to CONQUER the half next weekend 😀
When I got back to the casa, I chugged this carton of electrolyte and potassium perfection: 
And munched the bfast cookie I put in the fridge last night:
-1/2 C multigrain oats
-1 T almond butter
-half banana
-1 T maca
-1 T Chia Goodness (chocolate flavor)
-almond milk
It was everything I could wish for 🙂
I just got Tinkerbell’s vegan GF cornbread in the oven and am about to work on a workout plan and then hit the yoga mat.
No strength training for this chica AT ALL this week! I don’t want to be the least bit sore for next week’s race (my leggies were a little sore today while I was running), so it’s just going to be Zumba, pilates, short runs and yoga. I’m actually a little excited to take a rest from the iron-pumping and jump back into it refreshed and rejuvenated after the half.
Hope you have a wonderful day <3
xoxo,
Gina
Something to talk about: What’s your favorite workout song right now?? It’s time to get my playlist ready 😀
Coming up within the next couple of posts:
-Winter Shape Up Re-cap (keep those success stories coming!) + New Workout Move of the Week
-Giveaway and Good News
-A tough post with not-so-good news :/
-New Into To Iron Pumping Plan
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Gina,
We are on the EXACT same running schedule!! What are the chances your next move is going to be to Washington, DC so we can be running buddies??? 😉 😉
Have a great day!
xoxoxox,
Lauren
sadly, about 0%. they don’t have an a-10 base there 🙁
My favorite running song of all time is Sandstorm by DaRule… It just makes me want to runnnnnnnnnn like a crazy person, even if i’m feeling unmotivated!!
Oh I wanted to tell you that I searched the other day to your first post and I wanted to tell you I think it’s so incredible how far you’ve home in the health/fitness world in such a short time. I don’t mean weightloss-wise, but your knowledge of health related topics without a health degree per se, is pretty amazing. LOVE reading your blog, keep up the good work and soon you’re gonna be the next Jillian Michaels (minus the diet pill endorsements 😉 lol)
xoxox,
Lauren
hahah! well thank you 🙂
it’s amazing how you can teach yourself about the things you’re passionate about <3
Me too Lauren!! I am new to the blog (about three to four weeks) and I am hooked! I also went back to the beginning when Gina used to eat chicken! I have to say Gina that is is encouraging to see the beginning because now I know I don’t have to change overnight!! I am making better choices but I was worried that it is a slow transition, then I realized that slow is better!!
<3 Hooked on Fitnessista
G-
My Zumba teacher uses “Crazy Possessive” by Kaci Battaglia in our class and it IS SO MOTIVATING. I highly recommend it for the end of your run when you need a little push.
When I say motivating, I don’t mean motivating like the message will change your life, I mean motivating like the beat and the lyrics make you want to kick @$$. Just wanted to clarify. 😀
hahah awesome. that’s exactly what i need 🙂
I like running to most things by DJ Earworm and “All of the Above” by Maino ft. T-Pain. (there are a few inappropriate words, but i just ignore them and it really gets me pumped!)
YOUR MAN – DOWN WITH WEBSTER
seriously… i almost hated it when i first heard it.. but it’s so ridiculous and has such a catchy tune.. plus its under 3 minutes long so I’m always motivated to push super hard for the length of it. it’s like a 7-man group of wanna be hiphip dudes from toronto. haha give it a listennnn
ps the cd is called “time to win”.. it’s a sign 😉
hahah YES! thank you!
Hey Gina!
My favorite running song right now is Ghosts and stuff by Dead mau 5. I atcually just download the ultra dance 11 cd on itunes. They are all great for running! If you decide to check them out, be sure to tell me what you think 🙂
xoxo
If you need some good workout music, check out DJ Earworm! He’s like Girl Talk, but WAY better. His podcasts are free on iTunes, too!
awesome, thanks!
I tend to work out to classic rock, lots of zeppelin and allman brothers 🙂 I’m a weirdo, i know.
DJ Earworm’s most recent mix (United States of Pop). AMAZING. And I’m nervous about your upcoming post :/
Quick question – how quickly did you run after you had the banana/almond butter? I find if I dont have something right before my run, I tire out 40 minutes or so in. Also – do you plan on using GU or Clif shots?
i had it about 30 minutes before the run, and i was bueno. i’ll probably have some millet bread, too, before the half but will eat at least 2 hrs before
there will definitely be some luna moons or clif shots in the camelbak for around mile 8 or 9
Hey! I am happy to hear that you rocked your 6-miler. I just did one on Friday and I can honestly say that it is my favorite distance to run. Not too long, not too short. I agree that taking time off from weightlifting before a race is important, and that it’s good to mix things up before jumping back into the strength training plan. So excited to hear what you have in store for this next week!
Kesha – Tic Toc. It just makes me want to move.
Right now I love “Frozen” by Tami Chynn and “Marina Gasolina” by Bondo de Role.
I’m in a throwback mood right now, so most everything reminds me of college. My favorite running songs are “It’s Goin Down” by Yung Joc (high bpm which is perfect for light stepping) and “Yeah!” by Usher. Also “Around the World” by ATC and “Breathe” by Telepopmusik to get my club music fix.
Hey Gina!
I have been visiting your blog for a little while now and I love it! You can see the passion you have for health and helping others! I am trying to lose my last 10 pounds (after 35), what do you think of Zumba for my form of cardio? I cannot for the life of me make myself get on the treadmill :(. I cannot wait to see the Winter Shape up Re-cap tomorrow.
hi erin!
thank you so much!
zumba is EXCELLENT cardio! i burn just as many calories (if not more) than i do spinning or running. and it’s more fun 😉
definitely give it a try!
When I saw your tweet about your run this morning, I was just rolling out of bed and wishing I had been as productive. Shoooo.
OK, I have a song suggestion, but it’s dirty times 10. But that’s also why it will keep you running–you’ll laugh hysterically when you hear it during yo run! Here’s a link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bFD2W8r5Z8
Have a faaab Sunday! xoxoxo
hahah if it’s coming from you, i know i will love it 😀
Congrats on the awesome run! You will rock the half next week! Love Keisha – Tic Toc lately,such a fun song!
I have a few go-to songs when I need a little push –
Celebration – Madonna, David Guetta, and Akon
I’m So Paid – Akon
Murder on the Radio – My Favorite Highway (an all-time favorite)
World Hold On – Bob Sinclair
Lifetime – Better Than Ezra
I am loving all the Ke$ha songs, but I think I already have said that on your blog. 🙂 I really like ‘Throw it on me’ me Timbaland – it’s from a year or 2 ago but has a great beat.
Right now my go-to workout tunes (they change a lot) are Sexy Chick by David Guetta, Ass in Yo Face by Ebony Eyes, Love Today by Mika, Starstruck by Lady Gaga, and Take Me or Leave me from Rent. Looking at these I feel very schizophrenic…oops. As for your future posts – I’m glad you have a good news one to balance out the bad news one. 😀
great job on your 6-miler!
As for my favorite workout song… at the moment it’s Im a be by black eyed peas AND telephone by lady gaga
You’re going to do so well on your first 1/2!!! I just signed up for my first 10K since giving birth to my daughter 8 months ago. I just started training for it and I’m so excited!
I have a question about your super yummy bfast cookies…what is the texture like? Are they wet & doughy or do they firm up a bit?
Thanks….love your blog!!
I know I am not commenting on the post where you actually made the Cherry Bomb shake but I just made one (using some of your changes) and it was SO good. I love your blog and really heed the advice you offer. I love seeing your food choices when you go out to eat. I travel a lot for work and it is so nice to know I can eat healthy and enjoy eating out at the same time!
Thanks!
hey holly!
thanks so much 🙂
i’m so glad you liked the cherry shake… i love that thing
thanks for reading my little blog!
xoxo
This might sound a little strange, but I put some of the instrumental music from the Olympics score on my i-pod for my half, and it made me feel SO motivated! My favorite one was called “The Olympic Spirit”!
that’s an awesome idea! 🙂
Hi Gena – I just made a new gym playlist. Check out some of these faves:
Somebody to Love – Leighton Meester w/ Robin Thicke
Zero – Yeah Yeah Yeahs
P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) – Michael Jackson
Sad Sad City- Ghostland Observatory
It’s not as pop-y as you usually go but each song has great beats that really keep me moving!!
Stephanie 🙂
Sorry to see you have some not great news on the horizon. But yay for good runs and feeling ready to tackle your half next weekend!
Some songs I’m listening to lately (although as others have said, not as pop as is your norm:
Smile-Uncle Kracker
All in the Junlge-The Hours
Live Like We’re Dyin-Kris Allen
Beautiful-G Love
Halfway Gone – Lifehouse
Do It For Me Now-Angels n Airwaves
Love, Sex, Magic-Ciara/Justin T
Say Hey (I Love You) – Michael Franti-
Paralyzer-Finger 11
bad romance by lady gaga and tick-tock by ke$ha. i don’t listen to music while i run but these two always seem to get stuck in my head during one!
Youre making me nervous about the “tough” post ahead… NOT MY BUBBLY FITNESSISSTA!!! i hope all is well and Im sending positive/lovin energy your way whatever it is!
MA
thank you <3
xoxo
So exciting! You are definitely going to rock it 🙂
Great run!! I like to listen to John Mayer trio live lately.
I’ve been reading your blog for a while now and I love it! I’m definitely intrigued by how you eat ~ it all looks so good! I’ve lost 170 pounds and you help keep me motivated. I’m doing the Disney Princess too so I’m loving the song suggestions 🙂
wow girl, that’s AMAZING! keep up the great work.. i’m so proud of you
make sure to say hi at the half!
My music is ALWAYS Gaga+Rihanna+Beyonce. That combination, with a little Madonna thrown into the mix, always has me out the door! This morning, though, “Toxic” by Britney Spears showed up on Pandora and suddenly I was feeling the early 2000’s pop scene! Britney and Christina and Pink have been blasting all day and it’s SO AWESOME!
De-lurking to let you know my current “power song” on my Nike Plus is Hard by Rihanna…such a kick butt motivating song that keeps me going when I hit the wall!!
Courtney
adventures in tri-ing
Hi Gina,
My fav song right now is Make Her Say by Kid Cuddy. Its a remix of Lady Gaga’s Poker Face…love it.
I also just wanted to let you know that I am not a frequent commenter but I LOVE your blog and look forward to every post. Thanks for all the tips. I recently got certified as a GFI and am currently studying for the (ACE) PT test. You are such an inspiration.
Good luck in your half next week!
I made it by Kevin Rudolph, Lil Wayne?
Nothing on You by B.O.B.
Carry Out by Timbaland & Jason Timberlake
Your love is my drug by Kesha
Blah Blah Blah by Kesha
Jump By FloRida & Nelly Furtado
How Low by Ludacris
Shots by LMFAO & Lil John
If we ever meet again by Timbaland & Katie Perry
Cinema Italiano by Kate Hudson
Break your heart by Taio Cruz
lol just made my own playlist for the gym.. totally pumps me up
tough post with not so good news 🙁 i’m sad!
but best of luck this week with getting ready for the Half! thats exciting. you’ll rock it
Let’s see…right now I’m liking Love Drunk (by Boys Like Girls), Hey Soul Sister (by Train) and In My Head (by Jason Derulo). I LOVE finding good workout music. 😉
Rhianna Rude Boy
I’m sure you’ll have a great 1/2 next week.
i’m looking forward to all the good news you have, I hope the pilot isn’t going anywhere.
My favorite right is a version of Zombie by Andrew Spencer. LOOOVE the beat!
Black eyed peas “I gotta feeling” and.. (this is embarrassing) Waterloo by ABBA. Somehow it makes me want to get into a beat with running. I don’t even think about it.
I’m not at all trying to snippy, but I thought I should point out that potassium is an electrolyte, so it isn’t really correct to say electrolytes and potassium. (I’m almost finished with a chemistry degree.)Coconut water is my preferred post-run drink, too!
you’re right, i could have phrased it better
Have a great run at the princess! I did it last year. BEST.MEDAL.EVER!
i did it last year, too! i LOVE that medal 🙂
Rodrigo y Gabriela make me run very fast – esp. Tamacun! I feel like I’m flying 🙂
Best wishes Gina, I hope the good news helps make up for the not-so-good.
i love them!!!!
thank you, <3
you are going to do AWESOME at the half merry!!! If I ever do a half, that is the one I want to do. Sounds like such a blast!!
def take it easy this week! if you can run 10mi you will be able to finish the half no problem! i over trained my first HM and should have cut back more but i still met my goal time…just painfully and i paid for it injury wise a few weeks post race. my get pumped workout song right now is this: ‘odessa’ by Caribou http://storage.comfortradio.org/02-26odessa.mp3
I’m doing the Princess Half Marathon next weekend too!! It’ll be my first half, and I’ve been training for about 4 months. I can’t wait!
I’m actually pretty nervous because I’m flying into Orlando the night before at 11:08, so I’m pretty much guaranteed to not get more than about 3-4 hours of sleep.
I’m going to be relying on major adrenaline!
Anyway, I’ll definitely look for you there 🙂
oh my goodness!! definitely try to get some shut-eye on the plane
i’m excited to see you! 🙂
my favorite running song right now is still tik tok by kesha…such a fun one! hope you enjoy your wonderful week of no strength training 🙂
I like Tik Tok by Ke$ha, not a fan of her in general, but its great to work out to =D
xo
K
Oh my gosh! If you can run 12 miles, then, um- this Half Marathon is going to be a piece of cake. I’ve ran four of ’em and when I train I don’t run more than 7 or 8 miles, haha! I run 12-16 to train for my first marathon in June!
You’re going to do great! 🙂
thank you, stacy!
xoxo