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. Heather on June 2, 2013 at 5:40 pm

    Lets do this!

  2. caroline on June 2, 2013 at 5:43 pm

    Hope I’m not too late signing up!

  3. Cat on June 2, 2013 at 5:51 pm

    i’d like to sign up too 🙂

  4. Anu on June 2, 2013 at 6:01 pm

    Just signing up for the shape up! Can’t wait!

  5. Merritt on June 2, 2013 at 6:13 pm

    I’m looking forward to the challenge! Thanks for doing this!

  6. Emily @ Hungry Delights on June 2, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    Ohh sounds like fun! Can’t wait to join in 🙂

  7. Sandra on June 2, 2013 at 6:47 pm

    Sign me up!!

  8. Anna on June 2, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    Can’t wait for Summer Shape up!

  9. Erin on June 2, 2013 at 7:09 pm

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

  10. Katelynn on June 2, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    Thanks so much for doing this, Gina!

  11. Angela Creamer on June 2, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    I’d like to sign up too.

  12. Karla on June 2, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    Cant wait to try this!

  13. Melissa on June 2, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    Can’t wait to begin ssu 2013!!

  14. Claudie on June 2, 2013 at 9:22 pm

    For signup 🙂

  15. Abbi on June 2, 2013 at 9:24 pm

    I’m in!!

  16. Stephanie @ Legally Blinde on June 2, 2013 at 10:02 pm

    I’m a little late, but I’m excited to sign up for your summer shape up!!

  17. Danielle on June 2, 2013 at 10:10 pm

    I know this is last minute, but if I’m still able to sign up for the shape up, I’d love to 😀

  18. Lindy on June 2, 2013 at 10:33 pm

    Cant wait to get started 🙂

  19. JennyV on June 2, 2013 at 10:38 pm

    Summer shape up — late add 🙂

  20. Mariève on June 2, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    I’m ready 😉

  21. Janice on June 2, 2013 at 11:47 pm

    Hoping to sign up 🙂

  22. Emily on June 3, 2013 at 12:04 am

    I’m in! Sounds like fun.

  23. Lori on June 3, 2013 at 12:15 am

    Can I still sign up?

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    sign me up 🙂

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    Ok. Major fail. forgot to check the box. take 2…..

  27. Ellie on June 3, 2013 at 1:55 am

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  28. D on June 3, 2013 at 2:17 am

    Is it too late to sign up? 🙂

  29. Kate on June 3, 2013 at 2:20 am

    SO excited to do the shapeup! Some of my girlfriends and I will be doing it together! 🙂

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  31. Laura on June 3, 2013 at 4:51 am

    Great! I’d love to sign up too!

  32. Lucie on June 3, 2013 at 4:53 am

    Hi!! i want to be a part of it! is it too late?
    thank you?

  33. Joy on June 3, 2013 at 6:11 am

    I know this is a bit late but I would love to join! I’m looking to change up my fitness routine and gain some lean muscle!

  34. Melissa on June 3, 2013 at 6:21 am

    I would like to sign up for the summer shape up please. Thanks!

  35. Julie on June 3, 2013 at 7:14 am

    Can’t wait to try this!

  36. Nicole @ Making Good Choices on June 3, 2013 at 7:14 am

    would love to sign up! hope it’s not too late!

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    Ok, FINALLY figured out how to sign up. Will passwords still be sent if starting today (Monday)?!

  38. Morgan on June 3, 2013 at 7:25 am

    I’m SO ready for a new workout plan!!! Let’s do this!

  39. Kristen on June 3, 2013 at 7:36 am

    Perfect timing! I’m excited especially for the meal plans!

  40. Abby on June 3, 2013 at 7:38 am

    Please sign me up!

  41. Steph on June 3, 2013 at 7:44 am

    What a great thing to offer! So excited to get started. Thank you SO much 🙂

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  43. Amanda B. on June 3, 2013 at 8:27 am

    Looking forward to the shapeup <3

  44. Sarah on June 3, 2013 at 8:33 am

    Sounds great! I’m in!

  45. Anna on June 3, 2013 at 9:08 am

    Can I still sign up?

  46. Tara on June 3, 2013 at 9:21 am

    I would like to sign up for the summer shape up. Thanks so much :). Love your blog!

  47. Lisa on June 3, 2013 at 9:46 am

    Hope Im not too late! Love the shape ups!

  48. Caroline on June 3, 2013 at 9:47 am

    I love that this is free! Hope it’s not too late to sign up!

  49. Angie on June 3, 2013 at 10:24 am

    I want to do it!! 🙂

  50. Alyssa on June 3, 2013 at 11:10 am

    Would love to sign up for this!

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