Couch to 5K - Week 1, Workout 3

Week 1, Workout 3 - Sunday August 19, 2012

I'm going to be honest, tonights workout was a struggle for me. Sunday's are my boyfriend and my lazy day where we just lounge around and spend some quality time together. So going from that relaxed state all day to kicking my butt in gear at night took some motivation. But I knew I would regret not going tonight, especially because I did have a couple days off. So I went through with it and I'm really glad I did. I always feel so accomplished and good after a workout, I just need to remember that when I'm trying to think up excuses why I shouldn't go! Tonights workout was the same as the two previous ones. It was probably the toughest of the three so far. But I'm nervous for the next one, where I need to run for 90 seconds! Ahh I'm already counting down the last 30 seconds of my 60 second run. But that challenge is what is going to get me results! 

Happy Living!

Couch to 5K - Week 1, Workout 2

Week 1, Workout 2 - Thursday August 16, 2012

This is the second workout to the running plan and it went relatively the same as the first one. I was still a little sore from the last workout, definitely the most in my inner thighs! Which is good, I love to feel the burn makes me think something is working! I found the time went by much faster this time around, after 25 minutes I actually found myself thinking "that's it?!" This workout was the same as the first workout, again it's all about building myself up slowly. My workout playlist definitely kept me motivated throughout! I definitely feels good to be sticking to a plan though, having the routine helps a lot for me. So far so good, and I'm looking forward to continuing!

Happy Living!

Couch to 5K - Week 1, Workout 1

Week 1, Workout 1 - Tuesday August 14, 2012

I started the Couch to 5K Running Plan today because I knew if I put it off I would just keep thinking up excuses not to start it. I generally go to the gym at night around 8 or 9, just how I've always done my workouts. Plus we usually have the gym downstairs to ourselves, which is never a bad thing! I say 'we' since my boyfriend Chris and I always workout together. It's good because we motivate each other to get up and get going. It's usually him motivating me to go but i'm sure we all have those days! To start off I did just a few easy stretches to wake up my muscles. Then I did a 5 minute warm up walk, which was easy, I had my workout playlist going which was great! Then I moved onto starting 20 minutes of alternating between a 60 second run and a 90 second walk. It was smooth sailing at the beginning, I was definitely enjoying the walking but the running after about 5 minutes was definitely straining for me. But I kept motivated and pushed through to the 25 minute mark! Then I added in a 5 minute walk at the end to cool down and get my heart rate down. Finally I finished off with some stretching. I felt great after, just knowing that it was challenging and I pushed through and finished it! I'll let myself recover for a day or two from running, but I'll still be doing weight training tomorrow night, and then on to workout 2! I'm really excited that I have made the first step in the plan and can't wait to get further!

Happy Living!

Couch to 5K

As you can tell by the title of this post this isn't one of my usual beauty reviews/hauls, but rather it is my journey to becoming more fit and healthy! I'll be one of the first people to stand up and say that I loathe running. So much so that I used to do everything in my power to avoid the running tests in high school. However when I moved out to London and saw that our apartment was fitted with a gym downstairs, I made it my goal to start exercising more. After trying everything but running, from the eliptical to walking to incline walking and not really getting the results I was looking for, I realized maybe running could be the answer. I decided in order to get the results I wanted to see I needed to actually challenge myself, rather than just playing around in my comfort zone. I knew I would really have to ease myself into it, which is why I found The Couch to 5K Running Plan to be the perfect thing. It has you working out 3 times a week for 9 weeks. I plan on adding a couple workouts in between just with weight training and toning exercises as well. The first workout begins by warming up with a 5 minute walk for  and then alternating jogging for 60 seconds and walking for 90 seconds for a total of 20 minutes. Now by no means am I planning at this stage on running a 5K or any kind of marathon in the future, I still hate running, but never say never right? I plan on keeping a log on this blog concerning my progress and if this is something you also would want to give a try leave me a comment below! It's nice to know people are going through the same thing as you!

Happy Living!

Beauty Blogger Get to Know Me Tag - Makeup and Living

I recently was reading through some blogs I follow and stumbled upon Beauty Make Up Addict's blog post and thought this would be a fun way for you guys to get to know more about me! Hope you enjoy! 

1. Is your hair naturally curly or straight?

   My hair is naturally straight

2. What is your natural hair colour?

    Dark blonde

3. Do you dye it yourself or go to a salon?

   I always go to a salon to get my hair colored, don't trust myself!

4. How often do you wash your hair?

    Every 2 days.

5. Do you wear the same style every day or change it?

Depends what I'm doing that day, but normally the same. I keep it pretty casual.

6. Do you do your own mani/pedi or go to a salon?

    I always do my own mani/pedi unless I go with a friend for a day out!

7. How often do you change your nail polish?

   I change my nail polish about once a week! It always chips on me pretty quickly!

8. Do you polish your toes in the winter or just in the summer?

    All year round, I hate having my toe nails naked!

9.  How long does it take you to put on your makeup?

I takes me 15 minutes most if I'm just doing an everyday look, but about 25 if it's for a night out!

10. What do you do first, face or eyes?

I always do my eyes first!

11. Do you "collect" makeup or just buy what you  need when you need it?

      I buy what I need when I need it. No use spending more money on stuff I don't need!

12. How often do you wear false eyelashes?

    Literally never. I've only worn them twice.

13. Do you do a full face of makeup everyday?

      Not really. If i'm going out then yes. But if i'm just around the house or running errands I just do the basics!

14. Do you wear makeup when you are home alone, or with family?

      Sometimes, depends how lazy I am that day!

 15. Will you leave the house without makeup?

       Yes!

 16. How many high end products do you have?

       Almost all my makeup is high end. I just never liked not being able to ask professional opinions at the drugstore. The only drugstore makeup I've tried have been mascaras, but I now use high end instead!

 17. How often do you wash your makeup brushes?

     Not as good as I should be. I do it at least once a month.

18. Do you plan your OOTD every night or decide when you are getting dressed?

I just decide when i'm getting dressed, but I usually have somewhat of a vision in my head when I start!

19. How often do you change your handbag?

I have my one main handbag I use everyday. But I'll use a clutch or a smaller bag if we're going downtown!

20. What time do you get up and go to sleep?

At the moment I have it pretty easy, I go to sleep around 12-1 and and up around 10. But I'm up multiple times in the night no matter what!

21. How often or when do you work out?

 I try to go at least 3 times a week, but I aim for 4, but sometimes life gets in the way! And it's always at night around 830-9, since my boyfriend and I go together!

22. Left-handed or right-handed?

      Right-handed.

23. How tall are you?

    I'm 5'1.5! always need to include that half inch, especially when you're short!

24. Do you speak a foreign language?

     I used to speak spanish and some french, but after not using it in so long, I would have to say, sadly, no.

25. How many pets do you have?

I have one dog, Lucky. But he lives with my mom.

 26. How often are you on blogger?

Every day! I love to see new posts by blogs I follow and I usually will work on multiple posts at once as drafts!

27. Do you read the comments posted on blogs?

Most of the time! If there are lots on other's blogs, I usually just skim!

 28. Do you keep a list of products to try as you see other posts?

Yup definitely! Don't want to forget anything

 29.  How did you come up with your blog name?

Just combined two things that I suspected I would blog about, nothing too creative!

 30. What kind of camera do you use for photographs?

I use a Panasonic DMC-TZ3, it's my step-dads old one that he was kind enough to give me! My own camera was getting a bit dingy!

 31. How often do you clean your house?

       I do a full clean once a week, but I tidy everything up every day! The clutter and mess will drive me crazy if not!

32. What is your favourite colour?

  I don't really have a favorite color to be honest. Most of the stuff I own are pink,  so that's the closest I have!

33. Do you swear?

I try my best not to, but sometimes I slip up.

35. What are you doing with the rest of your day?
      It's getting kinda late so I'll I have left to do is go to bed!

I tag everyone who wants to do this! And if you do leave a comment below and post your blog, I'd love to read it!

Happy Living!

July Julep Maven It Girl Unboxing/Review

Hi guys! Long time no blog! I'm a little late on this post since getting my July box was delayed due to a couple of issues. But it finally arrived and I was so excited for this months colors! It a got an email a week before the boxes were to be released saying they were including a special gift. Julep Maven was including special edition nail polishes for Canada Day and Independence Day, were you lived decided which one you received! I thought this was such a cute idea and made the box just a little extra special. When I got my email showcasing the nail polishes for the It Girl Box I was in love! I couldn't wait to get my box and start using these colors.


My July box was smaller this month than normal, it was thinner. Which actually was perfect because it was the perfect size to go in my mail box, meaning I didn't have to go pick it up from the post office! This months theme was "It's your time to sparkle" and it came with the quote "We need less posturing and more genuine charisma. It's about a sparkle in people that money can't buy." - Marianne Williamson. I do really enjoy reading the quotes they include, you can tell Julep Maven puts time and thought into designing each box. I loved that they kept with the Canada Day theme as well with red and white paper confetti packaging and star wrapping paper!

So now onto the nail polishes! In total I had four this month, including the free O Canada nail polish. Which is a sheer glittery polish, with red sparkles and smaller multi color sparkles as well! So pretty and I will definitely be wearing this, not only for future Canada celebrations!


Then I received Kate, which is a soft white pearl. I actually don't have a white nail polish in my collection so I was looking forward to this one for sure! It's always nice to have a good white nail polish, as it can look so classic!


I also received Daphne, which is a fresh seafoam green creme. I was looking forward to this one as well! The picture makes this look like more of a minty green, but in real life it is more of a teal color. I will be wearing this a lot, it's the perfect green that is totally wearable!


And last but certainly not least is Mila, which is a charcoal multi colored glitter. To be honest this is my favorite of the bunch! It's so pretty and I adore it!

Mila - Kate - Daphne - O Canada

All in all, I was very happy with July's Box, it being my favorite one so far! I'm looking forward to seeing what Julep Maven is going to come up with for August's Box!


- Currently I am wearing two coats Kate as a base with one coat of Mila on top! I've gotten so many compliments it's so fun and pretty!!

Happy Living!

Bigger Lush Haul

All right, so I know I just did a Lush haul a couple days ago, but I just couldn't resist going back! I convinced my boyfriend that I needed to go to Lush again, it's like an addiction. And he happily complied, and we were on our way! It just smells soo good in there, I love it! This haul is much bigger than last time, but I've been without for so long. I'm just trying to get my fix! I should be set for at least a week this time! ;)


First of all, I had to get some more bath bombs! They're just so much fun! I thought I'd let my boyfriend pick something out, and he picked Space Girl Ballistic! This smells absolutely amazing! They call it the "stellar blackcurrant-y bath time invader." I used this one last night in the bath, and the blackcurrant smell was so good, I never wanted to get out, which could be a problem haha! One of the things I loved about this one were the gold glitter on top, made the water look so sparkly and purple!

Space Girl Ballistic Bath Bomb

Then to fuel my obsession with bath bombs I picked out the most girly one they had, Mrs. Whippy! This one is so pretty! It was made to resemble a soft serve, with pink sprinkles on top! Lush calls this one an "indulgent, relaxing soaker!" It is meant to soothe dry skin by using soya milk powder, which is supposed to make the water creamy and milky. I'm definitely going to make sure I have lots of spare time to enjoy this one! 

Mrs. Whippy Bath Bomb

And I picked up Sakura to finish up my collection thus far! Sakura smells so good as well (what bath bombs don't!?) It reminds me of so much of the springtime! And that's exactly what Lush says as well, they call it a "refreshing floral dip into springtime". I have a funny feeling this may become my favorite bath bomb, it doesn't seem to be known as one of the super exciting bath bombs, but rather it is subtle and relaxing. Can't wait to try it, but I also want to save it at the same time! Even the sales girl was excited about this one as well, so that's always a good sign!

Sakura Bath Bomb

Then I had to pick up a bubble bar, I haven't had one of these in ages and it was pretty long overdue for another! I picked up Rose Jam, which is a bubbleroon, so cute! I just love how they modelled them after macaroons! I plan on splitting this one in two so that I can get two uses out of it, I'm all for saving money!

Rose Jam Bubble Bar

I also picked up the No Drought Dry Shampoo! I've been looking for a really good dry shampoo for so long now. All the ones I've tried haven't really helped my hair at all. So I am super excited to see what I think of this one! I have high hopes! I will definitely be doing a review on this soon, after I try it out for a while, so be on the lookout for that soon!

No Drought Dry Shampoo

And lastly I received a small sample of Ocean Salt! It is a coconut cream and sea salt scrub for the face and body! I'm looking forward to seeing how this is, as the sales girl told me it is super exfoliating but also super moisturizing! And interesting combination, so I'll let you know what I think!

Ocean Salt Face and Body Scrub

So as you can see I went a little crazy this time at Lush! I've got to thank Chris my boyfriend for this one! Seriously the way to a girls heart must be Lush, because who can pass up these amazing products! Let me know what your favorite Lush products are! 

Happy Living!