Hey everyone!
I had an almost finished post about yoga planned for today but after the week I’ve had, I didn’t have it in me. One of those weeks or days where you are just drained mentally. It feels taxing even just to write my name right now.
This Health and Fitness Survey has been floating around for months. I think I might have seen it back in the Fall? It’s light and airy. Something perfect for Fun Friday!
Alright, let’s have some fun!
1. Run/workout in the heat and humidity or freezing temps and snow?
Hmmm…that’s a tough one. I like it warm but not hot and definitely not humid. Freezing temps and snow is not my favorite either. I’m sick of winter so hot and humid sounds perfect right now.
2. Have washboard abs or flat abs?
I’ll take flat abs. Washboard abs seem too high maintenance. 
3. Dr. Oz or The Doctors?
Dr. Oz. I’ve never seen The Doctors. Honestly, I can only say I’ve watched Dr. Oz once when he talked about what shape your poop should be. I’m still not sure how it’s supposed to be in the shape of an “S.” 
4. Cardio or strength?
Cardio is my jam (ahem…running). I do like strength too. I miss my heavy lifting days from the gym.
5. Cravings: Protein or carbs?
Carbs! I love my bread, chips and cereal. Give me comfort in carbs.
6. Jillian Michaels or Bob Harper?
Jillian. I like that she tells it like it is.
7. Frozen Yogurt or Ice Cream?
Ice Cream. We are just now getting more self serve Fro-yo places here in NH. It’s good but it’s no hard scoop ice cream. Mmmmm!
8. To train: Upper body or Lower body?
Upper body. I like chest and arms best but dislike back. Of course, I’m also your typical runner who shies away from lifting heavy on leg days. Don’t want to be too sore for my runs!
9. Protein powder or food with protein?
I prefer the real deal but like protein powder for smoothies. Remember when I tried to make a protein powder cake in a mug?
10. Lunges or squats?
Squats but I force myself to do lunges more since my knee injury. Hello weak VMO!
11. Sweet or salty?
Salty. Chips, crackers, margaritas. Yes.
12. Workout attire: cute or comfy?
Comfy. Nothing is worse than having to constantly readjust straps, waistbands, etc while working out. Although I think you can have both.
13. Body Pump or Heavy lifting?
I’ve never done Body Pump so heavy lifting.
14. Yoga or Pilates?
YOGA!! Pilates is nice but not my thing. I like it when it’s mixed in a Barre Class but not by itself.
15. Nike or Adidas?
Nike. I haven’t seen anything I like from Adidas in a very long time.
You know it’s a great running skirt when your running buddy and you show up in the same outfit.
16. Running on the treadmill or outdoors?
Outdoors. I tolerate the treadmill out of necessity.
17. Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s?
Trader Joe’s. Love having it just down the street now although there’s a rumor we may be getting a Whole Foods. Bye bye paycheck!
18. Summer or Winter Olympics?
Summer. Gymnastics, swimming, diving, running events are my favorite.
19. Exercises classes or Exercise videos?
Classes. I work harder with others in the room with me. I’m a wee bit competitive.
20. Steamed veggies or roasted veggies?
Roasted. So much more flavor.
Your turn! Pick a question and leave me an answer in the comments!
On a separate note, my friend Christine posted about National Day of Unplugging yesterday. I know this is something that I need to do. I’m too attached to my iPhone. So I will be attempting to cut the cord for a 24 hour period – sunset March 1st to sunset March 2. Anyone else doing it?
Have a great weekend everyone! I’m running 16 miles on Saturday – the longest I’ve run since my knee injury. Fingers crossed it’s all good!
I love the idea of unplugging! I should definitely do that! I crave protein, but I also have cravings for carbs sometimes, such as popcorn!
Melissa @ Fit ‘n’ Well Mommy recently posted..Thursday Tidbits: Xylitol + Another Home Workout
Yay for unplugging! Seriously, I am so looking forward to it! What a fun survey. I hate running in humid weather. Running outdoors. Protein from real food. Squats. Summer Olympics. Whole Foods. Roasted veggies!
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf recently posted..Friday Round-Up: Fueling the Soul
I love Trader Joes even though there are none close by (no WF close by either though. And I love my veggies roasted!
Good luck with your run this weekend AND going unplugged!
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This is awesome!!! I agree I am so done with winter right now! I love the idea of unplugging…perhaps I can convince the hubby to do it too! I’m with you on this one! But oh no how will anyone know I ran 14 miles….lol!!! Good luck on your 16 miler!!!
Fancy Nancy recently posted..Fitness Friday…What a Difference a Week Makes
if I can have washboard abs sans the super strict diet that’s my choice…do we get to make caveats here?!
Amanda @RunToTheFinish recently posted..100 days to Summer: Stop procrastinating
Good luck with 16– I’m doing half that tomorrow
Love your survey!!
Laura@ Fit Running Mama recently posted..March Motivation & Two Moms in the Raw Giveaway
love all your workout clothes!
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean recently posted..My Body Doesn’t Make Me Beautiful
Love the survey! I hope this weekend is easier for you and that next week is fun with no stress.
Andrea @ fromfltond recently posted..Best Body Bootcamp and Elliptical Time
carbs …YES! yum!
That protein mug made me laugh out loud!!! LOL
Washboard abs…very hard to maintain that’s for sure! Well, knowing me and my body, it most certainly is lol
I love Gelato! Actually, I love any icy cool treat
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I cracked up when I saw your protein cake batter explosion in a mug, that is sooooo something I would do! LOVE you! Have a wonderful weekend.
RunWiki recently posted..5 Tips for Transitioning to a Zero Drop Shoe and a Saucony #Virrata Review
Fun post. I always enjoy these. I definitely am a heavy weights girl vs the body pump style of high reps/low weights. And I agree, I WANT the washboard abs, but flat is at least achievable
Heather (Where’s the Beach) recently posted..Fun For Friday – Public Restroom Quirks
Carbs or protein? Carbs, carbs, CARBS!!!
Jamie @ Rise.Run.Mom.Repeat. recently posted..February Abs Challenge Recap
Salty for sure!!
Fun survey.
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I’ll be complaining about running in the heat and humidity when it’s really in full force, but I’m with you – right about now, a hot, humid run sounds lovely! Hope your 16 goes well!
Michelle recently posted..Vacation
I’d be happy if it was 60 degrees!
18. Summer olympics for sure.
Cute survey.
Melanie @ Nutritious Eats recently posted..Eat Right for National Nutrition Month
hahahaha, your protein muffin looks like how mine come out – I just shake it up, easier
Kat recently posted..#GoalGetter2013 Update: February!
Protein muffins are very tricky!
Does cutting the cord allow you to listen to a book while running. Because I really need that.
We are also getting a Whole Foods here, next year I think. Even then (though I am VERY excited about that), I think I’ll spend more time at TJs. Love them, it’s closer to home, small, etc.
Also, roasted veggies, Nike, outdoor running, summer Olympics. Never could answer just one
Debbie @ Live from La Quinta recently posted..Friday Fitness: 2 Workouts. Get Your Vanity On and Learn to Function
This post made me laugh throughout! So true on the lifting with legs…I hate that I limit myself like that all for running. And yes, froyo is nice, but it’s no ice cream!
Have a great weekend. I am unplugging for sure!
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I love this survey! I’m definitely a cardio person too although I’m trying to work on my strength training.
Erin @ Girl Gone Veggie recently posted..Getting Back on the Treadmill: Running with Asthma
Great minds today… love these surveys! I’m very much like you- love the cardio and the carbs.
The two tend to go hand in hand, don’t they?! Best of luck on your 16 miler!
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast recently posted..Running Survey + Half Marathon Goals
Can’t have one without the other in my mind!
I’m going to do a couple:
Definitely cold, but not freezing (your photo is awesome BTW)
Ice Cream 100% of the time.
Outside. Say NO to the treadmill.
Adidas… although I really like Nike.
Yoga. But I never do it enough.
Fun post. It was cool to read along and make my own choices.
Good luck on your run!’ what a fun post!
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Ditto on running outside! I love real food, too, and prefer getting my protein from food, rather than powder. And comfy workout clothes all the way! Though comfy and cute options are more and more available, which is great.
That picture of you with frost on your eyelashes is crazy! I don’t do well in cold. I live in Hawaii and am from Texas =)
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I. am. so. jealous. and. envious. right. now. HAWAII!!!!! Ugh, I can only dream right now!
I so need to unplug! Great idea! I love this survey! I’m a Jilian fan but still love Bob Harper. I listen to Jilian’s podcast all the time while I’m working out and am stoked she’s back on the Biggest Loser!
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I love Bob too but Jillian just has that little extra hard ass edge that I like in a trainer.
I love Jillian too! She’s awesome!
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Love this and finding out how much we have in common
I love that you and your running buddy were twins. That happens to my running partner and me all the time!
The ones I remember:
cardio
carbs
salty
Nike
comfy
ice cream
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Love this and finding out how much we have in common
I love that you and your running buddy were twins. That happens to my running partner and me all the time!
Quick responses:
outside!!
cardio
carbs
salty
Nike
comfy
ice cream
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