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21 Week Bump Update & My Favorite Exercises

Clean Eating Claudia — Wed, 21 Jan 2015 20:03:43 +0000

Last week, Coach Kozak and I were thrilled to find out we’re expecting a baby girl….thrilled yet completely scared out of our minds! I know what I was like as a little girl which scares me the most and for Coach Kozak, he just has no experience or knowledge on the subject so is just baffled at the idea of a baby girl. I joke with Coach Kozak that this will be him….

Anyway, we’re excited and can’t wait to meet her! So, what’s life been like for me up to this point as a pregnant woman? Better than expected thus far I must say. I’m getting bigger but still fitting in most clothes although I have recently purchased maternity pants from H&M which I love, I just wish they’d make their skinny jeans for lady’s with quads. I will also probably need to invest in some new workout pants and tops as they’re definitely more snug. I have pregnancy boobs from hell that require a size larger shirt. Pretty soon, I’ll be raiding Coach’s side of the closet!

I’m up 9 pounds and have maintained a 4-5 day a week workout schedule. As we all know because of HASfit that YouTube is an amazing source from free full length workout routines. I’m still doing some HASfit routines but of course modifying them as necessary. I only do standing abs and planks now, I will still do chest flys but only on an exercise ball and I take breaks during routines if I need to. Some of my favorite HASfit and non HASfit YouTube workouts are:

10 Minute Solution Prenatal Pilates

25 Minute Prenatal Yoga

7 Minute Plank Workout – modifications: opposite leg & arm raise is done from my knees, knee tuck jumps are done as knee to elbows from a high plank position.

Oblique Workout

BodyRock Baby Week 2

Home Body Weight Workout Modifications: Opposite elbow to knee extensions are done as Bird Dog Exercise (same movement as Coach K but from the knees)

15 Minute Inferno Fat Burning Routine Modifications: 30-45 second rest between rounds!

Ultimate 10 Minute Cardio Modifications: Rest when need and windshield wipers are performed as standing opposite knee to elbow touches.

20 Minute Weight Training at Home Modifications: Dumbbell Floor Fly + Iso Leg Raise performed as 12 push ups (from knees)

3 Rounds of Beach Body Circuit Routine Modifications: DB Chest Press performed as push ups

Those are 10 of my favorite exercises that I’m performing right now and also when weather permits, I enjoy my 3 mile walk at a brisk pace or sometimes I walk/jog my 3 miles alternating every half mile. Finish it off with a nice strectch or the 25 minute yoga routine.

I’m still remaining as physically active as possible which is very important during pregnancy. If it’s good for the mama then it’s good for the baby. I’ll be addressing my diet and what I’m eating in a separate blog post!

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Physician’s Formula Super CC+ Review – HASfit Product Review

Clean Eating Claudia — Tue, 08 Jul 2014 16:32:26 +0000

As part of my partnership with Women’s Health, I get the opportunity to test our products and review them. Since I no longer work in a Corporate America environment, my usage for makeup has tumbled and it’s only used on special occasions these days but after using this product, it’s definitely changed my mind!

I recently came home to a bottle of Physician’s Formula Super CC+. So you’re probably wondering, as did I, what the Super CC+ means. According to Physician’s Formula website, this is the first of it’s kind “Color-Correction + Care Cream. Color-Correcting Pigments + Anti-Aging. It visibly corrects: Age Spots, Dark Circles, Blemishes, Dullness, Uneven Skin Tone, Redness, Dark Shadows, Discoloration, Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Signs of Fatigue. Replaces Anti-Aging Treatment, Moisturizer, Foundation and SPF.” This cream is also hypoallergenic. Oil Free. Paraben Free. Gluten Free. Fragrance Free. Non-Comedogenic. Dermatologist approved.

My current beauty regimen is simply an SPF facial moisturizer post shower and a bit of mascara however I was very intrigued about the replacement of anti-aging treatment, moisturizer, foundation, and an SPF in ONE! SPF is incredibly important to me as my mother recently had a small spot removed from just above her lip. Taking care of your skin is just as important as exercising and eating right.

So I took this new cream out on a test run for a few days to see a few things 1) can it stand up to Houston humidity 2) will it clog my pores and cause breakouts and 3) does it feel heavy on my skin.

The picture on the left is my before picture as evidenced by my lines and uneven skin tone. The picture on the right is with the foundation applied. Notice my skin tone is evened out and the circles under my eyes are no longer visible.

After running around town and testing out this product I can honestly say that I’m in love with this foundation. One of my MAIN concerns has always been that I do not like the feeling of foundations on my face. Most of the time they feel heavy and I feel as though my skin can’t breathe. This Super CC+ is so light and airy that I forgot I was even wearing any.

Also, a little bit of cream will really take you a long way which is awesome because this will last you quite a long time. It’s also priced really well at only $14.95! For just under $15 dollars you’ll get a quality product that will last you for 6-9 months.

All in all, I will definitely be purchasing a new bottle of Physician’s Formula Super CC+ once I run out of this one. I now find myself wearing it even when I don’t step foot out of the house. I love the anti-aging properties and most of all the protection from the SPF 30 since the sun is a major culprit in premature aging of the skin. Protection, beauty, and brightening of your skin…what’s not to love?!

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Artisana Raw Coconut Butter – Product Review

Clean Eating Claudia — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 16:57:58 +0000

If you’re looking for an alternative to traditional nut butters that are still packing the same nutritional punch, I think I’ve got it! One of my new favorite add-ins to my recipes is Raw Organic Coconut Butter by Artisana.

Now, I know what you’re thinking, what’s the difference between coconut butter and coconut oil? Well, coconut oil is the oil extracted from the coconut meat and is just that, oily. Coconut butter however is the whole meat of the coconut, pureed into a creamy butter.

With coconut butter you can mix it, spread it and as for me, I prefer to warm it up to get that delicious creamy, coconutty flavor and texture. It’s in a solid form at room temperature but can be easily heated into buttery deliciousness that gives you the great coconut flavor and aroma.

In coconut butter, you’re still getting all of the nutritious coconut benefits. Since it’s made utilizing a low temperature process, it maintains all of the enzymes, vitamins, and nutrients. This product is 100% gluten and dairy free and packed with healthy fats! Coconut butter contains NO TRANS FATS just like coconut oil. There is a common misconception that coconut butter and oil are dangerous to your health because of the high saturated fat content. This could not be further from the truth. Nearly 2/3 of the saturated fat found in coconuts are derived from medium-chain fatty acids. Medium-chain fatty acids are health promoting and antimicrobial, easily digested for quick energy, and beneficial to the immune system.

Add coconut butter to baked goods for that coconut flavor, sprinkle it on ice cream or desserts, spread it on whole grain toast or fruit and even add it to your smoothies! Take in all the flavor and health benefits that eating organic coconut brings you. This product delivers!

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