We've got a runner folks!!

As in runny eggs.. oolala..

Check out the colors.. That was my post 4 mile run breakfast. I really wanted to run outside today to prepare for my 5k on Saturday but when I woke up it was raining cats and dogs. I'm sorry but didn't I leave London to escape the rain? A treadmill was just going to have to suffice!

Pre-run snack:

This banana is making love to the peanut butter. Sooo delish! I prefer all natural peanut butter SO much better than the standard household Jiffy or whatever other PB is out there.

I'm all sweaty.. time to scrub a dub. Ciao.

Work it mo' juge it mo' pump it mo, Chi-town mo' let's go mo'

Kanye's Hanna's workout plan....:) New reading material!!

I'm digging it minus the awkward booby chick in the front. Honestly, I would have picked a better cover for this book. You would think its a book on how to check your mammary glands! 


Anyways, I'm hoping to develop some different weightlifting workout plans. I want to build more musssssclllles!! Variety is the key to stay motivated. I'm currently doing a Bozu circuit for a few weeks but intend to switch it up soon.

Am I adopted? I seriously asked my mom, uhm how often do you think you'll be listening to "Bird Songs from Around the World???" Granted its a discount book but you literally push a button to hear different bird songs. Wouldn't you get more from going to a park or something and listening for birds? A nature conservatory? A zoo?! Bueller?  It's almost endearing........ I said almost. We'll see how long it takes before the book is in the basement collecting dust.

Breakfast time!!

Fried egg and avocados on top of whole wheat toast. 

Once again, let me go into a little schpeal. I never liked avocados. I was the girl who always asked for the avocados on the side (to give to the person who wanted them) or just asked for my dish without it. Recently though, after reading about the many health benefits of avocados, I decided to like avocados. It was that easy for me. No obsessing over how bad it was going to taste or how I wasn't going to like the texture. I just said "I'm going to enjoy eating avocados" and now I really do. 

Never underestimate the power of your own mind. Believe in something wholeheartedly and don't let the doubts creep in. Try it with anything, whether it is with a new health food you want to incorporate into your diet or a new exercise program. Say to yourself "I will enjoy eating this" or likewise say "I'm going to be a runner" or "I will develop a stronger core". You'll be surprised at the many affirmations that come true.

I digress. Side dish at breakfast:

Yogurt w. bear naked granola. The texture was chewy. I'm not sure if I'm a fan yet. It's the healthy stuff but ya'll know how much of a fan I am of the crunchies!!

Snack on the way to the suburbs. I was dying to try Larabar's because thats what all the health bloggies seem to be eating. All natural ingredients. This one had ginger, cloves, almonds, and cinnamon. It was really gingery but I ended up still liking it. It always seems to take me a few bites with these bars before I really discover the flavor to be enjoyable. 


Dinner: Unpictured leftover pizza and some vino. Pinot Noir. My favorite! and no I didn't drink all that on my own. Some was drink drank drunk by my mom, some by me and perhaps some by the carpet. 

Ooops!! I'm so clumsy sometimes. Is there a full moon out tonight because I managed to spill wine on our carpet by just sitting there chatting on my cellie and another klutzy moment occured when I was sitting on top of the computer desk (don't ask) and I fell backwards on to the floor leaving a bruiser on my leg. At this rate, I'm safer in bed.


G'night Moon.

Song of the day: E-40 feat. Too Short and 50 Cent: "Trick"

Yo quiero

a little creepy I know. The dog isn't as cute as I remember from the commercials..or maybe I've just grown up. Oh who are we kidding. I'm still just a kid who loves white flour tacos and processed meat!

My love for hot sauce might be borderline obsessive. Whoever thought of the cute slogans on the back of these packets was a genuis. One of mine said "Will you marry me." You think the drive thru guy was trying to ask me something? heh heh.

So you look at this and say well this isn't healthy! I know Taco Bell overall isn't very healthy for you but I chose the best option available to suit my craving for fast food. I looked up the calorie content online before I went and chose the following three things.
1.) Fresco crunchy taco- 150 cal
2.) Fresco ranchero chicken soft taco- 170 cal
3.) Fresco ranchero steak soft taco- 170 cal

Not too shabby if I say so myself! In order to make smart dining choices, you must take the time out to do your research!

Dessert:

Crushed oreos, pecans, slivered almonds, ff caramel sauce. I ate this while watching One Tree Hill. No one told me this show was still on!! I seriously feel like a teenager again living at my moms and watching shows like Gossip Girl and 90210.

Oh dear. Someone save me.

Song of the day: "Passenger Seat" by Stephen Speaks

Whole wheat goodness

Who knew healthy could taste so good. I could eat like this everyday :)

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/alcohol-and-weightloss?cm_mmc=Newsletter-_-2010_Sep_14-_-Dose-_-readon
Like I needed another reason to have a glass of wine at dinner.

Time to go blow off some steam at the gym.

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

I'm up early because I didn't sleep well last night. Favorite scene in Garden State

Yep. I would like to recreate that right now, in the rain and all. I could even do without the rain poncho because it would just get in the way. It's just one of those days. I'm hoping a good run and some breakfast will cure that. O, and a new purchase. I said a big FU to the world today (yeah I said it and trust me, it could have been worse) and decided I'm gonna buy something nice for myself.

Every now and then you need a little retail therapy. Some people buy designer bags, others buy Jimmy Choos, but I buy new running equipment. Yippeee!!! I can't wait til it comes in the mail. Happy feel better Tuesday to me!!

My face thanks me

I honestly was breaking out like a 15 year old love starved teenager. That was until I started using Burt's Bees products and my face is getting better. Woo hoo!! I was nervous I might have to appear on one of those Proactive commercials.

Conversation with my mother went as follows:
Mom: "You should try Burt's Bees because it really works. Two people I know have told me they have tried it and it worked for them"
Hanna: "So..you're saying you know it works because TWO people have claimed it cleared their skin?"
Mom: "Just trust me, it will work. I know TWO people who said it worked for them"
Hanna: "Okay.. so how many people are in this world and you're saying it works because TWO people you know have used it and got clearer skin?"

Well whaddya know. She was right. Now she can claim she knows THREE people!

I made breakfast this morning.

Whole wheat pancakes w. crushed pecans in the batter. I added some dark choco chips to the first pancake.

Three different toppings- one with peanut butter and bananas, the other w. strawberries and a yogurt topping, the other w. fresh blueberries and Vermont maple syrup.

MTV Video Awards

Throwing it back to my high school days and watching Justin Beiber perform makes me feel reaaaaaly old but then URSSHER comes on stage and I feel right again :)
What can I say, the DJ's got me falling in love.

Lunch:

Papa John's thin crust pizza with pineapple, ham, and onions with a side salad of romaine, spinach, and avocado. YUM! For all the pineapple haters on pizza, you don't know what you're missing!!

I ran 5 miles in the hot sun this morning. I was huffin and puffing near the end. I'm hoping for nice weather for the 5k!