Why, hello Friday afternoon! So nice to see you! Although, at the same time its kind of sad for me. My friend Mandy came into town to visit and now she has to leave tomorrow morning. It went too quickly. 🙁

I want to say thanks so much for all of your comments on my decision with the scale. And also for the race. I am 100% mentally committed to the race, but I may wait a few more weeks before officially registering. Just in case something happens to show running not suiting me or my body. Although, I have immensely enjoyed the start of C25K!

I completed Week 1, Day 2 last night. I did the 90 second walking intervals at 4.0 and then varied the 60 second running speed, usually around 6.6-6.7 mph. I got up to 7.0 for the last run interval! And it felt easy. Given its only a 60 second increment, but I feel pretty good about it all. I ended with a serious case of runner’s high. I don’t know what it is, but something about working towards a running goal exhilarates me. I guess because I always feared it before?

Although I do have to say that as much fun as I have getting into running, I still don’t think it will ever replace my first exercise love. Strength training! I completed another day of the 3rd level on my old Slim in 6 DVD. It gave me a workout.

But I’m so ready to move on. I’ve done the same DVD 5 times in a row now and its driving me crazy! I need variety. Next week I plan on switching it up by using some of my full body Cathe weight workouts for strength training days. I’m ready. My body has been feeling SO good lately with my 30-40 mins of activity. Love exercise!

Today, I went ahead and got my at-home workout in during naptime. It feels nice to have it finished before the afternoon! It almost makes me want to try working out more at that time.  I have a feeling as time goes on I will be playing with my workout times a lot more. I prefer getting my workout done during the day so the afternoons and evenings aren’t rushed…but for now I have to workout when I know I can. And a 3-week-old’s naptimes are never guaranteed.

Question of the Afternoon – What types of workouts do you have to regularly switch up to avoid workout boredom/craziness?

Welcome to another week of FFF Features! I hope you enjoy them as much as I did!

Featured Move: Bum Burners

My main workouts this week included walking on the treadmill at the gym and the Slim in 6 DVD circuit workouts. I certainly wouldn’t call the Slim in 6 workouts the most challenging strength training, but they do incorporate a few moves that will get you in the booty. I took the DVD as inspiration for some sure-fire bum burners to share in this video. Incorporate these tidbits for a good burn in your own routines. And as always – remember I’m simply sharing what I enjoy and has worked for me before.

Featured Moment: Going Back to the Gym

It feels like I never left. I love being back in a place I love so much.

Featured Meal: Italian Tortellini Soup

We had this soup for dinner on Thursday night. I adore its simplicity. And its taste! A healthy, hearty, satisfying dinner in less than 20 minutes? Yes, please!

Featured Quote:

“Just when the caterpillar thought life was over, he turned into a butterfly.”

Change will happen. It can be tough, but its always beautiful in the end.

Featured Cuteness: Braedon Rolling Over

Little man is incredibly stubborn when it comes to “tummy time”. He mocks us with the fact that “tummy time” should help strengthen the baby’s neck muscles and upper body. He decides to roll over to not have to do tummy time. Rolling over at 2 weeks old to avoid tummy time? Braedon is spelled T-R-O-U-B-L-E.

Featured Reading: Lisa @ I’m An Okie – Honesty Is The Best Policy

She discussed how sometimes emotional eating is okay. I loved her perspective.

Featured Fun: My “Inappropriate” Post

I’m sure you all remember that one. The stories in the comments were awesome too!

Question of the Day – What’s a feature from your week? Or do you ever incorporate any of those moves for your booty?