GNC WELLbeING® be-BUFF™ Protein & Fiber Complex Mix - Chocolate Chunk

So I was in GNC today and I cam across this protein powder. It is only 1 WW pt per scoop and you mix with water. I thought it would be gross but it tastes just like chocolate milk. I got it for just under $20 on sale.

Here are the supposed benefits of be-BUFF.......
Wish your workout could last all day? The results can...

be-BUFF is no ordinary protein complex - it can help you achieve better fitness results and more! This delicious protein mix was specifically designed for women to fuel lean body mass, enhance your metabolism, curb your appetite and provide beauty from within!



Protein: sufficient protein intake is essential to any women seeking a slim, toned physique. Consuming protein increases your feeling of fullness, so you won't be as hungry. Along with exercise, protein is a quality furl for lean body mass.When you build lean muscle, your metabolism increases, and you will burn more calories.



Fiber: be-BUFF features a superior form of fiber, called Sunfiber®. It's clinically proven to improve regularity, improve growth of beneficial bacteria and normalize bacterial flora.Fiber, like protein, helps you to feel fuller, longer. Adult women should consume 25 to 35 grams of fiber each day to maintain good health and normal bowel function.



Enzymes: support a healthy digestive system and help your body to better use the nutrients you take in each day. Enzymes also help to reduce bloating and gas.



Beauty Blend: features a unique proprietary blend of ingredients that support beautiful, health hair and nails and hydrate skin.



Calcium: in addition to protein and fiber, be-BUFF provides 500 mg of bone building calcium in each serving - that's about half of what you need each day. After all, if you're going to have strong muscles, you'll want strong bones to support them.
 
All taken from http://www.gnc.com/
 

Jersey Shore: I Met Pauly D!

Randomly out one night we met a guy who claimed to be Pauly D's body guard...Pauly came to Boston and we met him..it was a pretty hilarious night...There are tons of phots here.

Here's the one of us with him

The Beginning of the End is here...LOST

The final season of LOST starts tonight. I got into it in college in Season 3 and watched through Season 5. I recently watched Seasons 1 and 2 with friends. Here is a collage of some photos to get me in the mood :)

Crock Pot Cooking!

I got a crock pot last week and I made two recipes this weekend. They both came out great and are delicious and healthy.

The first is a great Chicken Taco Chilli from Ginas Fabulous Blog

The next is from the Weight Watchers Website...a Zero Point Crock Pot Vegetable Soup

10 oz spinach, baby leaves


2 medium carrot(s), chopped

2 medium celery, ribs, chopped

1 large onion(s), chopped

1 medium garlic clove(s), minced

4 cup(s) vegetable broth

28 oz canned diced tomatoes

2 piece(s) bay leaf

1 Tbsp dried basil

1 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, crushed


Place all ingredients in a slow cooker; cover and cook on high power for 5 hours. Remove bay leaves, stir and serve. Yields about 1 cup per serving.

One month Down, One to Go

So Its officially been 30 Days since starting my health kickstart challange. You can read about what I've been doing Here . I have successfully stuck to all of the following. My weight has been fluctuating but I have been toning up. My goal is 10lbs before V day adn Im haf way there. I will continue this through my race on March 7th in Disney.

DIY: Wall Design

For over a year we had a blank white wall over the flat screen. Melissa and I finally decided to jazz it up. We bought the shelves and a set of frames from Urban Outfitters . We then went through magazines and put up random pictures in around the shelves. We also added candles and vases to the shelves from Pier 1 Imports that are not pictured.

Ta da!

Vote!

Today is election day to fill the late Ted Kennedy's Senate spot for Massachusetss. One vote can make a difference. Read the platforms, make an informed decision and vote vote vote!

I <3 Lululemon Athletica

So most would say all athletic wear is created equal. I beg to differ. The quality of Lululemon is what you pay for. I am super psyched that I found an awesome pair of capris to run in for my Half Marathon in March. Im thinking of a tank, tee, long sleeve combo for up top...ill figure that out later. They say that for long races you need to have "disposable clothing" that you can take off and leave (obviously unless your loaded with money, it needs to be older grungy stuff that you dont care about getting back((Disney launders and donates the clothes to charity!)). Anyway these capris got good revies and I think theyre a great length for march running...not too short (avoid chaffing and irritation) and not long incase it gets up into the 70s at the end of the race. I am so glad that these for almost $30 off which is a lot for LuluLemon prices! I hope they work out well for the race!

These are the sayings on the reusuable shopping bags
I love the inspirational quotes!

Happy New Year!

I hope everyone had a safe and happy new year. As most of the world does, we take this time to set our resolutions! As I have mentioned I am running my first 1/2 marathon in March. I want to take the next few months to get some weight off that I have gained over the holidays.

My goals until March 7th
*No alcohol
*No fried food (Not that I eat a lot but it just has no nutritional value)
*No desserts unless its a special occasion
*Follow WW Plan
*Workout 5 days a week

I look forward to a happy healthier me!

London!

My mom and I are headed to London December 19-27th! We will be spending Christmas there obviously. I have never been and I am super excited. I cannot wait to play tourist! Talk to you all when I get back. Happy Holidays!

It's been awhile!

Sorry for not blogging lately. Life has been hectic. I still have been training for my half marathon and getting into the Holiday spirit. I am super excited for my Ugly Christmas Sweater Party this weekend as well as going to London for a week over Christmas! I wish you all a safe happy and healthy Holiday Season.

Yay I won! Free Running Gloves!

I won my frst raffle ever in my life last night! I never win anything haha. Ive been going to run club pretty much every week and never win sneakers. Nike, Asics, New Balance, have all come. I have gotten some pretty cool freebies...water bottles,shirts, hats etc. Well I was thinking of buying a pair of cold weather running gloves. I got so excited when I heard they were giving gloves away in the raffle. Well I won!! Theyre $20 retail price so that was pretty awesome!

Theyre Mizuno Breath Thermo Gloves

FEATURES

Breath Thermo changes body moisture to heat for additional head warmth
Reduces temperature loss
Superior moisture absorption
Anti-bacterial and deodorizing functions

Food Find: Trader Joes Lite Kettle Corn

Trader Joe's Lite Kettle Corn is freakin amazing....it comes with 6 individually packed bags for $2.99....all natural ingredients and really filling! 2pts perbag.

November will be busy!

I cannot believe its November already. Where does the time go? Weve entered the "dark times" and now the holiday season has begun. Unfortunately, I will not be celebrating my favorite holiday this year, Thanksgiving
:(. I have to work and I am not close enough to join family festivities. That will be made up for with a week in London over Christmas! I am excited for our "Fugly Christmas Sweater Party" on December 12th though. It should be a blast.

Halloween!

I had a blast on Saturday doing a Pub Crawl around Boston with my faves....Here are a few pics!