Tidbits

After reading the March issue of one of my favorite magazines, Women's Health, I wanted to post the recommendations, quotes, percentages and tips that I liked best.  I keep these magazines so I can refer back to the pages that I folded in at the corner.  Eventually, my magazines begin to stack up and just serve as clutter on my desk...and clutter stresses me out!  So posting my favorite info from Women's Health as Tidbits is my attempt to de-clutter my desk and share with you guys information that I find helpful, informative or just interesting!  FilthyFit Tidbits will be a great reference tool, for you and me! You're welcome ;)

- Got a sweet tooth?  Manage your sugar cravings with peppermint tea.  It'll also improve digestion!  

- Is it a good idea to invest in a heart rate monitor for workouts?  Heck yes!  This device will help motivate you to work within your target training zones and helps track your progress.

- Planks vs crunches...  Planks win!  They target your entire core, give you a tighter waistline and are safer for your back.

- 33% --> percentage by which your risk for type 2 diabetes decreases when you exercise 3 times a week for 20 minutes.

- "Over time, repeatedly drinking in the same place increases your tolerance for alcohol." - Philip Terry, Ph.D.  Slow it down when you hit up a new place for happy hour or just designate a driver ;)

- Increase your protein intake to help curb munching.

- When applying facial products, apply lightest to heaviest and wait 2-3 minutes in between layers to avoid diluting products.

- Increase your water intake to help increase energy, reduce soreness and drop weight.  But don't forget to exercise, duh ;)

- Snacks that won't open the floodgates to unhealthy habits:  sunflower seeds, plain frozen yogurt with fresh fruit, dark chocolate (yum), pistachios and mini whole-wheat pretzels.

- According to David Beckham, the secret to a successful relationship is "to love and respect one another and work hard.  And you always need to give the other person attention and make sure to show them how much you love them."

- "Monogamish" --> Couples who are committed but aren't sexually faithful.  WTF?!  Um, no thanks...

My plan is to post my favorite info from Women's Health to FilthyFit Tidbits at the end of every month, which will clear up my desk and make referring back to pages with their corners folded in a thing of the past.  Ah, the simplicity!  Stay in touch!

xoxo

Here's to a good time!

Nothing beats a big and juicy, mouthwatering burger!  But, finding a place that serves one such burger is sometimes hard to come by, especially one that offers a healthier and hormone free burger!  Leave it to Liberty Burger, a "family owned, Texas grown" kind of restaurant.  I absolutely love that Liberty uses local beef, Texas and Oklahoma grass fed bison and Texan grown chickens and turkeys.  "From the beef to the beer to the beverages, Liberty Burger strives to use only family-owned and Texan-grown products and services." -- Liberty Burger.  Oh, and they offer gluten free buns!  #winning

Matt and I met up at Liberty Burger with his grandparents and little brother for dinner one thursday evening. It was my first time there and probably Matt's third or fourth, maybe fifth time (he's a burger connoisseur); so I had heard a lot about this place.  They have such a unique menu.  Whether you're in the mood for Tex-Mex, BBQ or breakfast, they have a burger there just for you.  So, that evening I went with the Napa burger with bison on a gluten free bun.  On the Napa came arugula, oven roasted tomatoes and gorgonzola cheese; and I also ordered a side of sweet potato fries.  It was so delicious that I accidentally ate all of it...

This is definitely my new favorite burger joint.  Liberty Burger is off Forest and Inwood; you won't miss it because you'll see the line out the door, no matter the time of day (except on Sundays, only because it's closed).  But don't be intimidated or get annoyed, waiting in line is worth one of their burgers, I promise. Liberty Burger has a convenient location (right off the Tollway), they offer healthy options (yippee!) and they have gluten free buns (hallelujah!).  Also, if Matt has been there over and over, you know it's a good burger. Go check it out and let me know if it makes your mouth water as much as mine is right now just writing about it...  Mmmmm!

Cheers!

Origins

I've found a new favorite product!

I discovered this deliciousness recently when I asked a friend of mine, Miss Katie D., if she had any lotion I could use.  She handed over a small tube of Origins body cream, a product I have never used before.  While I lathered my hands, the amazing smell of ginger filled the air... Ahhhhhmazing!  Then when my mom sat down next to us, she asked, "Who smells so good and can I have some too?!"  Sold!

The whipped body cream and body scrub is scented Ginger Souffle.  Yummy!  Pictured above is also "A Perfect World for Eyes" used for prevention.  Because Katie has such beautiful skin, I plan on slowly stocking up on their products.  I'm going to need a bigger bathroom with more drawers!  Oh, and don't worry Mom.. I got you a tube of the Ginger Souffle whipped body cream; and I also got one for you too, Aunt Bobbie!  #share  

Thanks Katie!  Next I'll have to get a pair of pink Kate Spade wedges ;)  Just kidding!  But seriously, maybe a blue pair tho...

XOXO

Lady A concert

At the AAC last night, Lady Antebellum appeared on stage after performances from Thompson Square and Darius Rucker.  What a great group of performers, right?!  Lady A absolutely rocked it!  I didn't realize how much I love this band and how much "I love L-O-V-E" -- Lindsay Williams :)

There were maybe 15 of us in a suite; and as a friend of mine says, it's definitely the only way to be at a concert.  As Lady A sang a song by Aerosmith, I turned to my sister and said, "We need to go to more concerts."  So, it's settled.  I'm going to start attending more concerts!  It's so fun to enjoy good music with the company of great friends.  Not sure how my boyfriend will feel about my decision to attend concert after concert since he missed last night's show because he was hunting...  

The last song of the night was my favorite.  Here's the video from YouTube.  Take a listen...

Collin Mangrum, Vandals ABA

Just an FYI in case you didn't know, the American Basketball Association has been around since 1967.  It's like the d-league of the NBA's d-league.  Make sense?  Ok well, since I'm not an ABA expert, click here to learn something new about the ABA.


My cousin, who played a few games for the Texas Legends in the NBA-D League, has been playing for the North Dallas Vandals of the ABA.  Due to the NBA lockout, several NBA-ers were sent down to the D-League to get back in shape; so Collin was unfortunately inactivated.  He then asked to be released so he could find somewhere else to play.  Since joining the North Dallas Vandals, Collin is shooting 60% from the floor and is averaging the most points per game.  Heck ya!  So proud of him!  But what's next for Collin after the Vandals' season is over?  Guess you'll have to wait and see...


"In Jesus name I play."  

Collin Mangrum, #32

Actual final score against a Houston team...

Mangrum's #1 Fans!

Vacation, Lake Tahoe

Matt and I had an amazing trip to Lake Tahoe!  If you haven't been, it's definitely a place you need to go see. It's so beautiful and will literally take your breath away.

We stayed at Harrah's, where we had access to gambling, restaurants and great views.  Our plan for our mini vacation was to win some money, relax and eat.  We love good food so where we were going to eat each night was a huge deal and required a lot of discussion before we made a decision, ha!  The first night we ate at Friday's Station Steak and Seafood Grill.  Since there was a 2 hour time difference, Matt and I were starvvvvving and ready to eat by 4pm Tahoe time (6pm Dallas time).  Unfortunately, Friday's Station didn't open until 5:30 for dinner so better believe we were the first ones there.  Our food was pretty good.  I ordered a steak and veggies.  I enjoyed it, though I've had better steak here in Dallas.  Matt ordered the surf and turf and appeared to love every last bite.  The second day of our stay we went on a yacht cruise!  That's definitely a must if you're visiting Tahoe for the first time.  The views are spectacular.  Lunch was provided on the yacht - sandwiches and chips; I ate the chips...  Dinner that night was by far our favorite meal of the trip.  We ate at the restaurant at the Tahoe golf course, Edgewood.  Wow!  Best sea bass ever.  The staff was also incredible, going out of their way to cater to my gluten intolerance.  I greatly appreciate a cook that is extra cautious with my allergy.  Another activity you must do is the gondola ride!  Ride the ski lift up to the top of the mountain and just sit and look at how beautiful Lake Tahoe is.  Sunday was the Superbowl so we went to Stateline Brewery to watch the game.  It was a great spot with a lot of big screens and beer.  They even had gluten free beer, what?!  After the game we were ready for our last dinner of the trip, we went to Gi Fu Lo.  No bueno.  First of all the service was bad, our waitress had little interest in us and the food was just kind of average.  Matt's meal was too spicy and the menu provided him no warning of that.  Definitely not worth the high prices.

So if you find yourself in Lake Tahoe, make a reservation at Edgewood and pass on the Chinese food; take a yacht cruise and a ride on the gondola.  Oh yeah, and win some money!

"Do the KIND thing"

All natural
Gluten free
Non GMO (genetically modified)
No trans fats
Amazing!

There are several different flavors and I haven't had one that I didn't like!  These bars are my new favorite snack.  I'm so thankful my client, Jo-Ann, introduced these to me!  KIND has three different types of bars: KIND Fruit and Nut, KIND Plus and KIND Healthy Grains.  Certain bars are higher in protein, calcium, antioxidants, fiber and omega 3.  Protein builds and repairs those big muscles of yours, calcium keeps your bones strong, antioxidants protect your body from free radicals, fiber keeps your tummy feeling fuller longer, and omega 3 promotes better brain functioning.  Sounds good to me!  

Stay healthy my friends!

xoxo