Category Archives: health

It Begins… (Again)

Posted on June 11, 2021 by Girl In Pigtails

The hubby and I have always gone through the weight loss fitness journey. We’ve done so many exercise and diet plans from hiking, biking, heavy weight lifting, p90x, intermittent fasting but this year we thought we would try something different… … Continue reading →

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Life During COVID

Posted on February 28, 2021 by Girl In Pigtails

It has been strange times living through the COVID pandemic. I went on maternity leave November 2019 and had a healthy baby boy. Maternity leave ended 8 weeks later, and I was back to work in Jan 2020. News started … Continue reading →

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Yes… I (Hair) Do!

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Girl In Pigtails

I want to say that I have found the best hair artist ever! Tara at Victoria ‘ s hair and salon in Danville. She took a great deal of care and time to give me a new doo. I pretty … Continue reading →

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Day 1 week 17

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

Muscle Town has not been easy but the results are fabulous! I’m in the best shape of my life and getting stronger each day. I’m able to lift weight that makes people’s jaw drop…220lbs on leg press and 50lbs on … Continue reading →

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Week 7 Done!

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

I am so excited that week 7 of our new life style change is done. Tomorrow, starts week 8 with some light cardio and weight lifting. The diet is easy now and I find myself not craving fast food; which … Continue reading →

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It’s Coming Along…

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

Today marks Day 5 of Week 7 of our lifestyle change! I am finally used to getting up early and going to the gym. Whoot! My portion control on my food is great and I can now go to the … Continue reading →

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Fitness Apps!

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

     Endomondo is a great app that tracks exercise and I got the PRO version which adds a lot more tools. I specifically like that on a walk or hike it tracks the route, hart rate, calories, and even … Continue reading →

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Insanity Update…

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Girl In Pigtails

So, the last time I posted on weight loss and heath we were talking about a program called INSANITY. Well, it was exactly as it sounds… insane. I loved the program because it was quick and intense but 6 days … Continue reading →

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Feeling Fruity?

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Girl In Pigtails

This is my new obsession!  Evolution juice is found in the refrigerator juice section of Safeway (most of the time by produce). Basically, it is fresh squeeze juice with no added ickyness. 🙂 My favorites are: Carrot Orange Mango, Defense … Continue reading →

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INSANITY!

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Girl In Pigtails

Want to try something that will give you the best body of your life? Try Shaun T’s Insanity workout program! For those of you that know, I did P90X! In P90X, there is a lot of commitment, energy and equipment … Continue reading →

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