Holiday weekend + Summer Shape Up Signup

This past weekend was everything I could wish for in a holiday weekend. The Pilot was home for 4 days in a row (!!!), so we were able to take care of projects around the house,

Bird

enjoy a couple of parties with friends and family,

Miks party

grill,

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and spend time together.

Gelato

I would like to let the world know that the Pilot said “it would be ok” if we got another dog.

Puggle

The major concern is the ratio of humans to pets — he has always said that we can’t have more animals than humans in the house…I agree. Since we have Oliv now, we could have 3 dogs 😉 The above pug-poodle mix made us decide we could add another to the clan.

For the BBQ we attended yesterday, I made a giant batch of guacamole to share.

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I used the standard recipe but with 10 avocados. I also nixed the sour cream (I used goat’s milk cream cheese instead), and added a finely minced fresh jalapeño for some kick. It came out pretty dang good.

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It’s not the most photogenic food, but let’s just count our lucky stars I could take a pic and avoid making a plateful until we got to the party.

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Livi had a blast swimming with all the other kids, the Pilot and I got to see our friends, and it was a wonderful evening. I have to put it down on record as the first night that I’ve ever changed Livi’s diaper and entire outfit without her waking up. She was CRASHED when we got home! I totally get it, though. After swimming (err, floating around), I want to eat an entire pizza and take a nap.

This morning, I managed to get in an early workout before everyone woke up. It’s always so nice to check it off the list early, plus it makes me feel more energized throughout the day. Liv and I are hanging out before heading to story time, and later today, taking dinner to some friends who have new baby twins.

Hope you have a great day!

xoxo

Gina

Guess what?! It’s time to SHAPE UP! Summer Shape Up is almost here, and I’m so excited to share this year’s workouts and meal plans with you. It’s going to be a little different than last year, because I’ll have all of the documents out to you much earlier (by Friday before each new week begins, at the latest) with a workout calendar for the entire month. Another big difference is that everything is going to be in one spot, which will be a password-protected page here on the blog. In previous years, my workouts and recipes were replicated on other sites, so I’m hoping to hinder this by protecting the Shape Up page.

SSU 2013

(Shout out to the lovely Cindy, who made the logo for me! If you’re looking for graphic design work, hit her up: cindysawochka at gmail dot com)

Some Q&A:

Q: How do I sign up?

A: At the bottom of the comment portion of the blog, there’s a little box to click and subscribe to my newsletter. Click that box and leave a comment to get on the mailing list! Your email address will be used to send out blog info (awesome giveaways, new workouts, playlists, and Shape Up info) and (of course) will never be used by anyone or anything other than myself.

Q: What is the Shape Up exactly?

A: The Summer Shape UP is 4-week meal and fitness plan, which officially starts next Monday, June 3rd. The idea is not weight loss, but rather losing fat (gaining lean muscle), feeling healthier and changing up your current routine. I’ll emphasize at-home routines, while including playlist ideas and giveaways along the way. All of the details will be on the official Summer Shape Up 2013 page.

Q: How much does is cost?

A: It’s free! Always has been, always will be. All I ask in return is that you spread the word with friends if you enjoy it 🙂

So, leave a comment and click the box to sign up! This Friday, you’ll get your first email with all of the info, and your “welcome” giveaway is next Monday.

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3,301 Comments

  1. Rachel on June 1, 2013 at 3:23 pm

    Looking forward to it!

  2. Rachel on June 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Sounds fun!

  3. Biz Mack on June 1, 2013 at 3:38 pm

    I’d like to sign up, too! Is it too late??

  4. Emily on June 1, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    If it’s not too late, I’d love to sign up!!

  5. Erika on June 1, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    Challenge Accepted!! 🙂

  6. Jenna Easton on June 1, 2013 at 4:21 pm

    I would like to sign up:)

  7. swetha on June 1, 2013 at 4:38 pm

    Hey ! would u please sign me up for SSU 2013.Iam so excited for it.
    Thanks.
    swetha

  8. Leah on June 1, 2013 at 5:00 pm

    Shape up time!

  9. Jessica on June 1, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    Excited to start the shape up!

  10. Erin B on June 1, 2013 at 11:19 pm

    Such a great idea, I am super pumped to receive your newsletter! 🙂

  11. Pam on June 1, 2013 at 11:58 pm

    Signing up if it ain’t too late!!

  12. Michelle on June 2, 2013 at 12:13 am

    Count me in!

  13. Kylee on June 2, 2013 at 12:33 am

    Cant wait to see the page.. I know I missed the welcome email from yesterday, hope I can still start with everyone tomorrow!!

  14. Edan on June 2, 2013 at 4:36 am

    let’s do this! 🙂

  15. Ashley on June 2, 2013 at 7:45 am

    Sounds like fun!

  16. Kacey on June 2, 2013 at 8:07 am

    Excited to start!

  17. Megan on June 2, 2013 at 8:12 am

    So glad I saw this before it starts tomorrow! I’m also doing the bikini series through Tone It Up so it’ll be nice to have a bunch of workouts to choose from 🙂 Thanks for doing this, Gina!

  18. Sarah on June 2, 2013 at 8:21 am

    Signing up!

  19. Joanna on June 2, 2013 at 9:02 am

    I am catching up on your postings and I wondered if it is to late to join the summer shape up?

  20. Brittainy on June 2, 2013 at 9:21 am

    Sign me up 🙂

  21. RIley on June 2, 2013 at 9:53 am

    The Shape up sounds like so much fun! I can’t wait to get started!

  22. Michelle Wentsel on June 2, 2013 at 11:01 am

    So excited!!

  23. Andrea on June 2, 2013 at 11:23 am

    Signing up – thanks!

  24. Brittney on June 2, 2013 at 11:28 am

    So excited for this! <3

  25. Niki on June 2, 2013 at 11:36 am

    Sign me up!

  26. Rebecca P. on June 2, 2013 at 11:51 am

    hope it works that I’m just signing up now?

  27. Juliane on June 2, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    Sign me up!

  28. Kelly on June 2, 2013 at 12:22 pm

    Is it too late to sign up?

  29. Katie Rose on June 2, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    i’d like to sign up for the summer shape up

  30. Sara on June 2, 2013 at 12:39 pm

    I am excited for the shape up!

  31. leigh-ann on June 2, 2013 at 1:15 pm

    Excited to start!

  32. Cameron on June 2, 2013 at 1:41 pm

    Looking forward to it!!

  33. Jessica on June 2, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    signing up!

  34. Debbi on June 2, 2013 at 1:53 pm

    Hi, is it too late to get in on the Summer Shape Up?

  35. Jessy on June 2, 2013 at 2:10 pm

    Is it too late to sign up?

  36. Rachel on June 2, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    This looks great!

  37. Caroline on June 2, 2013 at 2:25 pm

    I woud like to sign-up for the Summer Shape Up!
    Look forward to it 🙂

  38. Alicia on June 2, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    Excited to start!

  39. Heather on June 2, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    My first shape up! Can’t wait! Am almost done with my AdvoCare 24 challenge, so the Shape Up will be a great way to continue my clean eating & workout regimen!!!!

  40. Kelly on June 2, 2013 at 2:38 pm

    Can’t wait to try

  41. Jeannie on June 2, 2013 at 3:01 pm

    I’ve never tried anything like this but am excited for this new adventure!

  42. Amy on June 2, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    Shape up here we go!!!

  43. Jess on June 2, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    Hope I’m not too late to hop on to the summer shape-up! If not I’d love to join in <3

  44. Valerie on June 2, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    I want to sign up! PLEASE!!!! I’ve started cardio and healthier eating but…. need more!!!!

  45. Aubrey on June 2, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    Soooo excited to get some help losing my baby weight!!!

  46. Aubrey on June 2, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    Soooo excited to get some help losing my baby weight!!!

  47. Alyson on June 2, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    Can’t wait for some new summer inspired meal ideas 🙂

  48. Megan on June 2, 2013 at 5:19 pm

    Looking forward to starting the workout!

  49. Irene on June 2, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    I would like to sign up 🙂

  50. Ashley on June 2, 2013 at 5:33 pm

    Can’t wait till tomorrow!

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