The smell of [tempeh] bacon in the morningโฆ
Friday!! So happy to see ya. Anything fun planned this weekend? Weโre going to watch my little bro play football tonight- itโs been a year since Iโve seen him play and Iโm excited to cheer with the fam. Not as excited for the awkward high school flashbacks haha.
This morning, I decided to use some of the tempeh I had on hand. I got on a huge tempeh kick last weekend- I ate it with every salad bar tripโฆ along with cookies, of course.
I sizzled up some tempeh bacon:
and enjoyed it in a wrap with two eggs and hot sauce.
berries
+ coffee that the Pilot brought me since we were out
True love right there.
Along with the tempeh, hereโs what else I picked up during this weekโs grocery trip (thankfully the Pilot went to TJs before I got home for a lot of staples, like eggs, chocolate, almond milk, and fruit for Liv)
The more exciting stuff:
My favorite coconut milk creamer, new Vega protein, soup, Braggโs vinaigrette (usually I stay away from anything that says โhealthyโ because it tends to be a gimmick- this dressing is amazing, though, and yes, healthy), garlic and herb Kerrygold butter (itโs just as glorious as anticipated) and an organic butternut squash. Maybe Iโll even share some with Oliv ๐ Donโt be mad at me, fellow pumpkin-lovers, but I think I like b-nut squash even more than pumpkin. Thereโs enough love to go around for all the fall produce, though.
Evening walk with the fam:
and the sunset with no filter- it really is that gorgeous.
This morning, Liv is taking a nap while I clean up around the casa, and then weโre meeting up with some friends. I may even take a CrossFit class this afternoon (pray for meeeeee)โฆ.
Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Gina
Friday faves: Here are some of the amazing pics you sent in this week! Keep โem coming (@fitnessista), I love seeing them.
This one cracked me up- Curried Chicken Salad complete with her own chicken beggar ๐
@courtincoloradoโs salad beast with quinoa black beans, garbanzo beans and chicken with salsa (yes, please)
@alischwabe after her first 5k!!
@khuver0529 after her first โschweatyโ workout!
@lnrooney, who won the recent Garmin giveaway ๐
Something to talk about: Whatโs something you accomplished in September that youโre proud of? For me, the biggest one was taking the chance to travel away. It may not seem like a huge deal, but it was definitely outside my comfort zone. I also kicked up my NASM studying and finally got the chance to finally do a philanthropy project that had been put on the back burner.
Would you like an October workout calendar? I made one for August, but didnโt hear a ton of feedback- If you like it and think itโs helpful, please let me know. If not, my feelings wonโt be hurt ๐ xo
Hey Gina!
I just moved to PHX 2 1/2 months ago and still canโt get the courage to run outside in fear of coyotes and rattlesnakes. Do you take anything with you on your run or any tips for me? ๐
Hey Amanda!
I realize this is a few months later and I hope youโve gotten over your fears by now because Arizona is a beautiful place to run! I lived in Tucson for 19 years and Phoenix for 6 months now. I very rarely see either of those animals in Phoenix, but they were a normal sight in North Tucson. Every time Iโve been on foot or on bike and come across coyotes, I have just stopped, moved slowly and they just run awayโฆ If they even notice me at all. They are really shy and I have never heard of them even getting real close to a human. If you are running on streets during the daylight, you are probably not going to get near a snake without seeing it. I have seen one on a trail, and heard them but Iโve never gotten real close without noticing. If you are nervous about coming across wildlife, just remember to stand your ground, back off slowly, and donโt run away! Try to bring your phone so you can call for help in case anything does happen.
Again, I have only had experiences with wildlife in rural Tucson or in the desertโฆ During the daytime in urban Phoenix, you probably donโt have to worry.
Please do an October workout calendar! I would love a new calendar to help me get fit! ๐
I must have missed the September one โ but an October workout calendar sounds awesome!
Or rather, the August one!
Oh tempeh. how I love thee and how this just reminded me I have a bunch that needs to be cooked up in my fridge!
haha! I love b nut more than pumpkin, too, girl! <3