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Wednesday, August 27, 2014
DIY Microdermabrasion
Bubble Bin
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which brought a little of workout into this activity. I think most of mine came from moving out of the way from the kids getting me soaked. I did this activity with my 2 year old and the 18 month old that I watch a couple days a week. They loved this so if you have little one bored at home while the older ones are at school this is a great easy activity. Thank you
We did this activity inside but next time we will be diffidently going outside....this is messy with little ones but easy to clean up its just water and soap!
What you will need:
- A container to hold water
- Dish soap
- Food Color (optional)
- Whisk
- Water Toys if you would like
Follow Kristina Morud's board Things to do with the Kids on Pinterest.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Zucchini Pizza Bites
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This is a great recipe for a quick lunch with the kids. I have been making these while we have been trying to eat clean. My 2 year old loves these and it's great because he doesn't even know its a veggie!
This great recipe came from The Comfort of Cooking. Thank you so much for this recipe its one of my go to easy lunch.
Zucchini Pizza Bites:
Ingredients:
- 2 large zucchini's cut into 1/4 think rounds
- Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
- Mini pepperoni (Optional)
- Italian Seasoning for sprinkling
- Rub olive oil on both sides of the zucchini. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil on high for 2 minutes on each side.
- Once finished broiling add sauce, cheese and toppings to the zucchini. Then broil again for another 2-3 minutes. Be careful they can cook fast so just keep an eye on them.
Follow Kristina Morud's board yummy food to try on Pinterest.
Thursday, August 21, 2014
August Workout #3
Happy Thursday!
Today I have a great little workout that you do at home while watching your favorite tv shows. All you need is a little floor space to move and thats it no equipment!!!!
Remember if you are on this new journey of eating right and working out and need that support feel free to comment or contact me because im doing this journey too!!! Your not alone :)
Hope you enjoy it!!!
DIY Detox Bath
With school season here and kids bring home germs this is a mommy time you will want to keep in mind. When I start feeling sick or even if my kids have been sick I do this. (I don't give my kids this bath I take one myself so I don't get sick)
This pin that I found on Pinterest is a great read on why and how detox baths work by Healthy Living check it out its very interesting.
DIY Detox Bath
What you will need
Bath tub
Hot water
2 cups Epsom salt
5-10 dropsLavender essential oil (I didn't have any so I used my lavender Epsom salt)
Before starting make sure you don't eat before or after this bath.
What to do:
1. You want to make the water hot you want to build up a sweat to get those nasty toxins out of your body.
2. Put the salt and oil into the water
3. You want to get most of your body into the water and sit and relax for 20 minutes.
4. When you stand up please go slowly because you might be light headed so use caution.
5. You want to rinse off in a cool shower. Be careful of soaps and shampoos because your pores are open. I just rinse off with the cool water.
Hope you enjoy this mommy time helpful like have.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Marshmallow Shooter
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This get up and moving activity is perfect for the whole family. When I was looking on Pinterest for fun activities I came across a marshmallow shooter which brought back so many childhood memories when our family would have marshmallow wars. So there was no doubt that we were going to make these.
Clean eating Taco Lettuce Wraps
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Clean eating Taco Seasoning-
Ingredients:
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- 2 tbsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. chili powder
Follow Kristina Morud's board Yummy food to try- Healthy eating on Pinterest.
Monday, August 18, 2014
Green Tea Lime Cooler
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Today I have 2 post for you sorry that I missed Friday's post my little one was sick.
This is a yummy healthy drink that is an antioxidant-rich green tea perfect to sip on a hot summer day. This drink was very yummy and I will be adding this to a list of drinks. At first it was a little to tangy for me so I added more sweetener to it which helped a lot (2 packets). The recipe called for agave nectar however I didn't have any so I substituted it with Sugar on the raw. Thank you POP SUGAR for this great drink recipe.
Green Tea Lime Cooler
by: Pop Sugar
Ingredients:
- 1 green tea bag
- Juice from 1/2 lime
- 1/2-1 teaspoon of Agave nectar or a sweetener of your choice
- Handful of lime
Directions:
- Boil 1 and 1/2 cups of water. Add the tea bag and let steep in the water for about 5 minutes.
- Add in lime juice and sweetener of your choice stir to mixed well.
- Add a handful of ice
Enjoy!
Thursday, August 14, 2014
August Workout 2
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Another thing as busy moms we don't want to loose time with our kids by going to the gym. I found a great article on Pinterest about The best 6 ways to workout with your kids. I have noticed that when I do workout during the day my kids are right there next to me trying to do the same thing. This article brings to life that it's the small things in our lives that can be working out as a family:
- Going for walks
- Getting them to move (family bike rides)
- Walking the dog
Follow Kristina Morud's board Workouts on Pinterest.
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
DIY foot soak
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With summer here we are all probably wearing our sandals and have noticed the dry cracked feet happening. Don't worry I have found a Pinterest tip that work amazing to get those soft feet back.
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Not so pretty and smells like a minty Easter egg! |
1/4 cup Listerine
1/4 cup Apple cider
1/2 cup Warm Water
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Ring Toss
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A piece of paper
A paper towel roll
Tape
Glow stick (2 sticks= 1 ring)
1.) Place the paper towel roll on the paper. Tape the roll in place.
2.) Make your glow sticks into rings
3.) Start tossing away
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Monday, August 11, 2014
Balsamic Pork Chops
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To continue our health month I have a delicious recipe to share today. We made these last night and everyone loved them! And the best part they were part of clean eating diet that we have been trying to follow for a month now.
Directions:
- Heat the oil and add the garlic first, then the pork chops.
- Brown the pork chops on both sides, then add the balsamic vinegar.
- Continue to cook until the pork chops are done (at least 165 F.).
- Serve with a veggie and grain of your choice.
Hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we did!
For more yummy healthy recipes check out last weeks recipe Skinny Stuffed Peppers or my Pinterest board. And remember to check in next week for a new recipe.
Follow Kristina Morud's board Yummy food to try- Healthy eating on Pinterest.
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Skinny Colada
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Makes 1 cocktail
- 2 oz coconut rum
- 5 oz coconut water
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- Combine all ingredients into a cocktail mixer with ice.
- Shake and strain into a glass filled with water
- You can garnish with a slice of pineapple if you would like.
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Workout #1
Even though summer is coming to an end I find it's kicking my butt into better gear. In a year I will be back in Maryland for the first time in 7 years. I want to look and feel my best! I have a long road in front of me to get healthy but I'm determined to get there. And if you are looking for help to getting there yourself I hope this helps you and for support feel free to contact me or leave a comment. With a support team everything is possible.
Getting up moving
In everyday task you are burning calories and with every little movement those calories add up with out even stepping a foot in the gym. With money and time so tight there is no time for a gym for this Momma. Skinny Mom has a great article that opened my mind to just how many calories you burn doing everyday task such as:
- If your kids have Wii Dance party next time join in with them you will be surprised in just 30 minutes you can burn 150 calories. Not only are you having a fun workout your also having some mommy time with your kids.
- Who hates grocery shopping? I know I do especially when I have both kids. But did you know from just pushing the cart you can burn 243 calories in 1 hour!
- Vacuuming is something we all have to do 2 or 3 times a week but next time just remember for 20 minutes you are burning 56 calories.
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DIY Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment
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Today's Pinterest tip is a perfect Mommy time. As mom's we know your needs always put on the back burner or at least for the most part. I know it's this way at my house. When I found this pin from Discount Queens I was excited to give it a try. My hair has been so dry this summer so I decided to give it a try this week. And I'm so glad that I did my hair is so soft still 3 days later and I keep catching myself running my fingers through it. I will be doing this more often and it was so simple and your guaranteed at least an hour to yourself!
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Tuesday, August 5, 2014
DIY chalk paint
Hi everyone today's kids activity is a 2 in 1! You get to make it and then use it to get up and moving!
Today I'm going to share chalk paint with you thank you for this great pin. It's simple to make and you probably already have every thing in your kitchen. And make sure to make your self a color :)
Chalk Paint
2 tablespoons of corn starch
2 tablespoons of water
4-6 drops of food coloring
Mix everything into a little plastic bowl. Simple as that you are ready to go outside and enjoy some time with your kids!
Now you are probably wondering how is this getting up and moving playing with chalk. There are so many ways one way that I did with my kids is hopscotch. I made the board while the kids were drawing what they wanted and then started playing once it was dried alittle. When my kids saw me up and playing they decided to join in. We had a blast and with out thinking about it I got a good 30 min workout in the middle of the day!
Monday, August 4, 2014
Skinny Stuffed Peppers
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- 1 lb lean chopped turkey meat
- 1 garlic, minced
- 1/4 onion, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- salt to taste
- 3 large sweet red bell peppers, washed
- 1 cup fat free chicken broth
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups cooked rice
- Olive oil spray
- 1/4 cup reduced fat shredded cheese
2.) Spray a little olive oil spray in a medium size saute pan and heat on a medium flame. Add onion, garlic and cilantro to the pan. Saute about 2 minutes and add ground turkey. Season with salt and garlic powder, and cumin and brown meat for several minutes until meat is completely cooked through.
3.) Add 1/4 cup of tomato sauce and 1/2 cup of chicken broth, mix well and simmer on low for about 5 minutes. Combine cooked rice and meat together.
7.)Top with shredded cheddar cheese and enjoy.