Whee – I’m home free! The only thing that stands between me, hubby and sipping on a strawberry margarita in Sin City is 2 days and 1 empty suitcase. Tomorrow I’m going shopping for a few cute sundresses to fill it up with. 8)
I have this problem with needing to pack three times the amount of clothes I’ll actually use no matter how long I’m going on vacation for. Hence me falling flat on my face in the middle of a street in Rome after being overtaken by a backpack stuffed to five times my size.
In other news, I wasn’t feeling the gym today, so I fulfilled my two-weight-classes-a-week Bridesmaid Bootcamp goal by downloading a few tracks off of YogaDownload.com!
If you’re a long time reader, you may remember that I became obsessed with Yoga last spring/summer. It annoyed and bored me at first, but the more I felt my shoulders and abs getting stronger from downward facing dogs and chaturangas, the more I became addicted to it. Slowly the deep breathing and pose holding became less unexciting, and more empowering!
Then, I stopped.
I can’t even remember why, but all of the sudden I just wasn’t doing yoga anymore! Well I picked it back up today starting with Yoga Sculpt using 5lb hand weights, followed by Core Yoga.
omg I about died! Both were free and 20 minutes – and were SO HARD. Especially that core yoga. Dawnelle, I’m so very sorry for what I screamed at you about your wretched boat pulses. It was in the heat of the moment, and I didn’t mean it! 
Doing these yoga tracks reminded me of how much I like to use my own body weight and resistance to get stronger. It feels much more natural, and much harder, than weight lifting to me.
If you’re not into yoga, or are scared to try, I’d suggest giving the core track a try. It’s very un-intimidating and Dawnelle, the instructor, gives amazing, detailed instructions. Plus you get to end the 20 minutes in the fetal position. How bad could that be?!
In other news, I had all intentions of making a cozy roasted vegetable & brown rice dish for dinner tonight, but after being reminded of my Thai Peanut Noodles several times this week from people that have tried the recipe, I got a wicked craving for a big bowl of it!
I didn’t have chicken or tofu on hand, so I made do with what I had. Veggies & eggs! Per my 7 Simple Steps to a Delicious Stir Fry, I made sure to start by following The Golden Rule of stir frying: Lay everything out BEFORE you get started. If you don’t, you’ll be sor-ry!
Next I heated my electric wok (obsessed) to 375 degrees, then added 1 teaspoon peanut oil. I seared some broccoli in the oil, then added a couple Tablespoons water and put a lid on the wok so it could steam until tender.
Make sure you have a fan on!
In went asparagus, green onion and corn (Trader Joe’s canned corn, actually. It was sooo good – snappy fresh tasting!) followed by another quick steam.
Next I scrambled in 1 egg + 1 egg white whisked with a dash of sesame oil.
In goes cooked whole wheat pasta and my favorite Thai Peanut Sauce ever!
Piled HIGH into a bowl, and topped with chopped peanuts & green onions.
Wo, WoW, WOW! This bowl was HUGE! It took nearly 10 minutes to even make a dent!
Savory, crunchy, chewy, luscious, slurpy, AMAZE. I could eat this every night. 
These too. Yep, I’m still nibbling on brown butter banana muffins. They seem to get better every single day, and I am treasuring them. They’re perfectly sweet and so moist. Plus I just love the fact that they’re made with agave nectar instead of granulated sugar.
I don’t know I think that’s such a big deal…I just do! I think it adds to their moistness…mmmmmmm… 
In other news, who else is THIS EXCITED for Will Ferrell to be on The Office tonight?! I SO wish he was going to be Steve Carell’s permanent replacement on the show. He’s the only person I can think of that is as funny/maybe funnier. Anyone know who’s really going to be the permanent replacement? I’m just dying to know.
Alright – I’m off. Have a great night!
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“My favorite form of exercise is ________!”
My favorite form of exercise is running! A large chunk of my heart also goes to walking, with a tiny piece going to yoga!
Swimming!
Hiking! Especially out here in California!
I love running!! Hence the name of the blog!! he, he
I always overpack! But you just never know what the weather is going to be like or what will happen–better safe than sorry, I say!!
Running definitely wins!
Dinner looks amazing! I could eat a bowl of goodness like this every night!
soccer…and will ferrell is taking over the office, if i recall correctly.
umm…there were supposed to be italics around the word “is”. oops.
I love hiking, and horseback riding when I get the chance! I had a horse as a teenager and loved to ride.
cycling
Running, absolutely! I’m loving kettlebells these days, too.
I always regret not doing yoga more. It’s so amazing when I do do it but it never interests me for some reason.
YAY for Vegas!!! I’m so excited for you.
I am so bummed to see Steve go, I can’t think of anyone who could replace him!
running!
have fun in vegas!!
Lately, my favorite form of exercise has been running, but I have a new favorite every few months
Let’s see how long this one lasts! P.S. Thanks for stopping by to say “thanks!” You are awesome!
my favorite exercise: body pump!!! love love LOVE that class
and i am SO excited for Will Ferrell, he is maybe even funnier than Steve Carrell …. if that’s possible!
Running, hands down! Although I have been feeling the yoga lately! The yoga for runners from yogadownload.com is great!
Someone told me about your blog and I love it!! I added you to my list of daily food reads
The thai dish looks unbelievable. Yay!
Racquetball! (that counts, right?)
Packing for vacation I always think I’m going to change my clothes 4 times a day. I think I got that from Mary Kate and Ashley’s fabulous vacation movies where every scene they were in different outfits.
Yoga (Power Yoga with Rodney Yee is great!), P90X, and kettlebells. I also take my dogs for a walk around the lake (4ish miles) almost everyday.
Running and Spinning…too bad I haven’t been doing much of either being el preggo, but walking has been nice now that the weather is nicer!
Have fun filling up that suit case!
I heard Darryl was taking over but now I’m not so sure. It sounds like it’s top secret!! Have a great time in Vegas!
I love yoga but I like the more intense sessions. Check out some Rodney Yee videos – this guy is in serious shape and his sessions are HARD.
Omg I love Yoga Sculpt!!! I do it like 3 times a week at my local core power!!!
HAHA defs feel ya with the yoga- I use yogatoday.com for a free full hour class each week! So much fun. And office ahh! WILL FERRELL
Fav exercise: *~ *DANCE *~*
It’s a tie between running and exploring (aka walking for miles and miles) a new city!
Your dinner looks delicious! I love quick and easy meals.
Have fun in Vegas! Can’t wait to read about your trip!
Snowboarding
But since that isnt always possible running is my next choice.
I had read a couple different rumors that Tim Allen might be replacing him, which I think it actually pretty fitting, although nobody can really replace Michael Scott.
Running and Bikram Yoga. I like to really sweat!
running!
My fave form of exercise is DEFINITELY running. Nothing gets me pumped like a fast run
My fav exercise hiking and playing sports. I really just enjoy mixing it up so I never get bored with doing one thing!
I thought Will Ferrell was going to be the permanent replacement which I think is perfect because he is hilarious. Thought they did a great job with the show last night. Will they just use Will for the remainder of the season?
I heard Will was just for 4 episodes-he didn’t want it to be a forever thing!
I think he’s just on for a four episode stint!
Biking! & walking
I taped “The Office” last night & haven’t had a chance to watch it yet. We were at dinner, & I was like, “OMG, I forgot to set the tape!” So we had to hurry & up & finish & get home so I could set it.
(No, I haven’t graduated to DVR yet.) 
Can’t wait to see Will!
Have a great trip!!
I feel most accomplished when i get done running!
Watched The Office didn’t know what i was expecting. Made me realize how much I’m going to miss Steve Carrell! Have fun in Vegas! I’m so jealous. It’s snowing here. I’m just going to picture myself sitting outside in Vegas with a giant margarita!
My favorite form of exercise is probably spinning. Spin class provides me with the most intense workout in the shortest amount of time, which I LOVE.
I absolutely love running outdoors. I am limited in my opportunities to do this, so as a follow up, I will bust out my Biggest Loser Boot Camp DVD. Love you, Bob Harper!
Zumba, kickboxing and walking!
My favorite form of exercise is spinning.
I heard rumors that the Office was going to be cancelled. But I did love the Will Ferrel cameo. He is so funny!
Fave exercise–kickboxing…it totally gets me pumped!
And I heard that Will Arnett (Amy Pohler’s hubby) will be the new boss on the Office-we will just have to enjoy Will Ferrell while he is there!
Love your blog!