Quest Bars
. I’ve seen them all over blogs for a while, and I’m on the bandwagon now! I’ve tried a handful of the flavors, and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough is definitely my favorite.
Hot Buns. It just sounds like something that would be “As Seen On TV,” right? haha. But this is actually a great upgrade from a sock bun – it’s so much easier and secures well.
Soul Doctor. I went with Monica last week to see a preview of Soul Doctor – a musical about Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, and his unlikely friendship with Nina Simone. I loved it! The music, choreography, and story were so entertaining and just plain FUN! The show officially opens on August 15 at Circle in the Square Theatre.
weight training. I used to be quite the cardio queen, but now I have a whole new appreciation for the other side of the gym. I’ve only been at it for a couple of weeks, and I already feel stronger and notice a difference in my body. I actually love feeling sore after a good workout!
Benefit Hoola bronzing powder. I used to wear Hoola years ago and recently returned to it. I can’t remember why we ever broke up! It’s one of the best bronzers out there because it applies light and evenly, and it has the perfect shade – not orangey at all.
snack plates. My favorite SnackFace may not be blogging anymore, but her inspiration lives on.
(left: hard boiled eggs, peach + cinnamon, spoonful of walnut butter)
(right: brussels sprouts + spinach + feta cheese, apple + cinnamon, banana + peanut butter)
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goldie nails. Usually in the summer I stick to pinks and pastel polishes, but the other day I felt like glamming it up with Sonia Kashuk Golden Ticket. Why not?
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What are you loving right now? Any new makeup/beauty products I should try?
haha those sock buns are just out of control to me! On the other hand, I need to be trying those Quest Bars! It seems like everyone and their grandmother in blog land loves them.
Have a great wknd!
Yes - try Quest Bars! They have them at GNC. I definitely recommend Choc Chip Cookie Dough - the other flavors are so-so.
Whitney @ Massifornia says
Hey Gracie-
If you’re enjoying the weight training but love cardio, try TRX! I’ve been doing it for about a month and I love it! The best part is you get your cardio, weight training and burn a ton of calories (up to 400 in an hour) in just one hour. Try a class if you can find it, you will love it!
Hi Whitney! Thanks so much for the suggestion
looking into it now!
I love Benefit makeup. Also, totally want to try that cookie dough flavored quest bar. I always see it at the grocery store and it looks delish! Have a great weekend
That Quest bar looks so good! I have a soft spot for all kinds of crazy protein bars, I’ll definitely be picking one of those up soon.
The beauty product I am loving right now is Bumble and Bumble’s sumo cream. It’s a bit like a pomade, muffs up straight hair and, most importantly in NYC right now, it protects your heat from humidity! Love.
Aww…I miss SnackFace. I still follow her on Instagram & Twitter since she lives right in my neck of the woods, but her blog was one of my favorites!
I love that you’ve jumped on the Quest Bar bandwagon- they’re amazing! Cookie Dough, Apple Pie, and Banana Nut Muffin are my three favorites, I think.
And YAY for weight training! I’ve been loving it lately too. I went through a huge cardio phase but it’s fun to finally change things up.
Anna Smith says
Aww! this post looks so pretty! I loved your blog Gracie! And yes your post is awesome as always. Hola powder seems like it will work for me too
hope it will Thanks for your lovely post!
I love that nail polish color! I’m going to have to look for it today!
Don’t even get me going about how much I love quest bars!! I put them in the microwave for a good 10-12 seconds and eat them with a fork. Feels like I am eating straight up cookie dough haha
LINDSAY says
OMG! IM A QUEST NUTRITION FITNESS REPRESENTATIVE AND ALSO A FLIGHT ATTENDANT
SOOO GLAD YOU LOVE OUR BARS! ME AND ONE OF MY BEST GIRLFRIEND FLIGHT ATTENDANTS TOOK 4 HRS ON SUNDAY IN NYC ON A CRAZY SHORT LAYOVER BEFORE FLYING OFF TO SAN FRAN ON NO SLEEP TO EXPLORE THE CITY! THIS WAS MY VERY FIRST TIME THERE AND FOR 5 YEARS I HAVE DREAMED OF MOVING AND LIVING THERE-SIGHT UNSEEN. JUST FEELS RIGHT, AND SOMETHING KEEPS LEADING ME THAT WAY. I LOVE LAS VEGAS WHERE I CURRENTLY LIVE, BUT I WANT TO BE IN NYC. THE ONLY THING THAT IM TRYING TO FIGURE OUT IS LIVING ARRANGEMENTS, WHERE/WHAT COSTS! YIKES
ANGEL says
i actually find the weight training very helpful it burns more cals but im afraid i will become like a very muscular woman which is what i don’t want
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