Healthy App.

In today's society everything is followed, pinned, tweeted, and "liked". There is also an app for everything you can imagine! Here's a look at some great work-out & weight control apps to get you started. No excuses when even your phone is telling you to hit the gym! :)

Have some favorites that are not on the list? We'd love to hear about them!

The Nike+ GPS apps uses the iPhone’s GPS to track your runs.You can see your runs on a map, share them socially when you are completed, keep track of your calories burned, and get voice feedback during your run.

Calorie Counter is another reliable app for tracking your calorie intake and your weight. You can track what foods you have eaten and at what times. According to MyFitnessPal (the makers of the app) Calorie Counter and Diet Tracker has the largest food database of any iOS app out there. The app also has a barcode scanner for scanning in nutrition labels from popular foods.

Hatha Yoga – Your portable yoga studio.This iPhone app allows for pre-set or customized Yoga classes, or you can modify an existing class. Instructions are clear. Perfect for anyone who is wanting some yoga while at home, or while on vacation in your hotel room.

The Weight Watchers Mobile app provides a food point guide as well as thousands of easy-to-follow, low-fat recipes. One of the unique things about Weight Watchers is, unlike other diets, you don’t have to do it alone. The app is free but you must be a Weight Watchers subscriber to use it; however, prospective subscribers are allowed to sample the app’s features before committing to a membership.

Easy food tracking with 300,000+ foods database and instant food search. This is your health-wise journal! Up to 35 nutrients, body measurements, recipes, favorites, exercise, planning, charts, food time tracking, barcode scanner, and more.

EatingWell's "Healthy in a Hurry" Recipe App makes finding quick and healthy recipes faster than ever. This iPhone app puts 200 delicious recipes at your fingertips, from simple breakfasts to quick dinners to decadent desserts. It has preloaded recipes for instant access, a user-friendly experience with ability to browse by course category and much more.

Lust.Must

You know when find something you just L.O.V.E and no other will do? That's one thing forsure I have found at Key Lime. My go-to spot for great sports bras. That is a fact! A variety of great colors and styles is one thing- and the way these sports bras fit is another!

{Psssst... had to throw my latest and 

greatest find in too...}

This cape is a must have to throw on before and after you hit the mat, the gym, the road, or where ever your work out might be!

This.

Have a wonderful weekend friends!

Exciting stuff @ KeyLime!

A couple exciting things happening over at Key Lime!

We are looking for a few ladies to "test and review" a new product line we are carrying
If you are interested and meet the following requirements, please email:

Info@keylimecanada.com

1. Participate in sports or physical activities 3-5 days a week
2. Want to buying product at 35% off
3. Like trying new brands
4. Like supporting local businesses

5. Use social media and will help spread the word.
6. Can commit to attending an event in Sherwood Park on Thursday August 16th 7-9


And drum roll please....

Announcing, VATA at Key Lime!

 

VATA OneFit is a patented 10x stretch fabric that won't lose it's shape while showing of yours!

*Absorbs perspiration and allows its’ natural evaporation.

*Dries quickly, removing the unpleasant wet sensation on the skin, avoids chaffing.

*Maintains color vibrancy after many washes

*Stretches up to 10x its’ own size.

*Stretch properties in all directions.

Thats RIGHT!! 10x’s its shape!

The best thing about VATA is that while you strink/loss weight your clothes will continue to fit you! No need to wait “until you lose 10 pounds” to invest in your active wear!!!

This.

A great saying to keep yourself going.
Think you can and you will.

Reaction.

This week some friends and I got into a discussion about reacting to negative situations. A couple of us are the "sit and stew about it" types. And a couple are the "fly off the handle" types. The conversation then turned to what each of us do to handle these types of situations. I picked up some great ideas! 

I learned a long time ago that when in a negative conversation, counting to 10 before I respond is a wise thing to do. A little smart in the mouth, sometimes my immediate reactions don't make a situation any better! Counting to 10 allows my brain to gather, process, and decide on the right thing to say/do.

Other things mentioned that I think are very helpful?

-Immediately put yourself in the other person's shoes. How would you feel?

-Have a cup of tea and think it over before responding {love this one!}

-Go for a walk to think thinks over

-Do not make any decisions until you have slept on it- even if its just a quick nap. You may feel differently when your mind is rested.

-Believe the best in people. Don't assume the worst.

-And the best one I heard?

Be well, and have a wonderful weekend friends!

Oh my YUM!

Nanner YUM! Who needs icecream when you have these delicious frozen delights?

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Ingredients:

• 2 bananas
•  Greek Yogurt
• crushed almonds
• cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Line a tray with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Greek yogurt and cinnamon together.
3. Peel the bananas.
4. Cut off an end off from each banana, then insert the popsicle sticks.
5. Coat the bananas in Greek yogurt and almonds.
6. Lay the bananas on the parchment paper and freeze for 45-55 minutes. The bananas will be creamy and firm, but not completely frozen.

Laced up.

I instantly fell in love with this lace top the moment I laid eyes on it. I have so many fun colored sports bras that never get their time to shine- this was the perfect amount of "peek-a-boo" for a pop of color without showing too much skin {Hey, I'm a prude whatever you're most comfortable in!} It also comes in a great blush pink color. Decision, decisions! The tank is light enough and long enough for optimum comfort.

Topped off with this ridiculously cozy sweater to throw on for savasana.... I left Key Lime today one happy girl!

Tip of the day!

Not only do I believe this to be true, but I am also very willing to test it out!

Sip on!

Oh boy is it a hot one! This week we are breaking weather records in the Edmonton area and I hope you are all staying cool and enjoying the sunshine!

I stumbled across this delicious sangria recipe and thought, "What a perfect way to cool down!"

We all work hard. We all deserve a little treat. Especially for hot summer nights! So create this concoction, sit back, relax, and sip on! A lovely summer drink to beat the heat!

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*red wine
*diced strawberries
*sprite

*ice.

{add in some chopped peaches and pears if you like too!}

. Happy .

This month's goal has been simple. 

Do more of what makes me happy. 

It seems so simple, yet with how busy life gets, sometimes it can easily get away from you. I encourage you to join me in finding some "ME" time. 

Whether it is gardening, reading, yoga, long walks, etc. Taking the time for YOU and the little things that make you happy and help you find that inner "calm".

. Sweat .

You gotta start somewhere.

No time for the gym?
Can't get away from the kids/work enough to commit?

Try this simple work-out at home. The goal being to descrease the time it takes to complete it week by week.

Once a week.

Twice a week.

Every night after dinner.

Whatever you choose, you are still that much further ahead than you were before.

No equipment needed. Just you, your muscles, some motivation, and 30min or less to do your body a favor.

It will thank you later, I promise :)

 

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Back to basics.

I have to hand it to Kristi. Not only does she bring in some very cool, on-trend pieces into Key Lime- great colors and exclusive cuts. But she also brings in the one thing I personally look for the most in athletic wear: simple, versatile, basic pieces. Quality always being the constant factor. 

We all have those days where during a workout we want to shine, but we also have those days where we just want to sweat amongst the crowd unnoticed. I think that is what I love the most about Key Lime. Their selection of apparel is a great variety. Below are some of my favorite basic pieces lately. No fuss; just simply, great athletic wear. Another reason why I can shop with {or for!} anyone at Key Lime. My Mother, my sister, my Mother-in-Law, my best friend.

{Spotted: At Costco, 3 of us random people all wearing these comfy yoga pants! Made for a great conversation piece amongst strangers!}

Summer Sweets

:: Strawberry Shortcake Muffins ::

 

There's nothing like sweet strawberries in the summer. Especially if they are garden fresh! This muffin recipe is oh so good- and a low calorie treat!

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cup Oats (old fashioned kind, not quick cooking) 1 cup Plain low fat greek yogurt 2 Eggs 1 1/2 cup Strawberries, diced, and patted dry + (optional 1/2 cup strawberries, diced to place on top of muffins) 3/4 cup Sweetener of choice, (that measures the same as sugar) or 1/4 cup baking stevia sweetener1 1 1/2 tsp Baking powder 1/2 tsp Baking soda -Optional- 1tsp lemon juice   *Note: The paper liners don’t work well when baking with a base that does not include flour (which is the case with this recipe), they always seem to stick to the paper. If you don’t have a silicone muffin tin or liners, I recommend buying the foil cupcake liners at the store, and removing the paper inserts so you are only using the foil part of the liner! That way no sticking will occur! Directions: 1* Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line 12 muffin  tins with silicone or foil liners (or just use a silicone muffin pan). 2* Place all of the ingredients (except the strawberries) in a blender or food processor, and blend until oats are smooth. Pour mixture into a medium sized bowl, and stir in strawberries. Divide remaining 1/2 cup diced strawberries over the top of each muffin.  (This step is optional, but it really makes the strawberries burst with color and flavor on top of each muffin!) 3* Divide batter among cupcake liners, and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean. 4* Serve & Enjoy!  Nutrition Breakdown 12 Servings (muffins) 93 Calories Per Serving 2 Weight Watchers Points {via}

My Key Lime

My running partner is a great gal. She is a great listener. She gets me out of bed early in the morning. She motivates me. She always leaves me smiling. She pushes me to go a little bit further than I would otherwise.

Nahla Girl.

Key Lime Titanium jacket. The best running jacket I've ever owned. Rain + wind proof. Comfortable. Light and airy, yet just warm enough. The perfect layering piece.

Want to see yourself on the Key Lime Athletic Wear Blog? Send us a picture of yourself wearing your favorite piece purchased at Key Lime and a short blurb about what keeps you active! {kristi@keylimecanada.ca}

. thank yourself .

I stumbled across this last night and it got me thinking. What if we took the time daily, or even weekly to do something for ourselves that our future selves would thank us for? Whether it be to attend that spin class you've been debating, put down that pack of cigarettes, incorporate a few more fruits & veggies into our every day, etc. This mentality was what got me out the door this early morning to do a quick (rainy!) run before work. It's going to be that little "thought bubble" I go to when I need a little boost of inspiration from now on. What are your words of inspriation that get you going?

Don't always love.

Downtown folks.

I was so excited to get downtown and check out Key Lime's newest location at City Center mall! Kristi and her team did an incredible job introducing Key Lime to the heart of Edmonton! The store has a great selection of apparel and a yoga studio-yes you heard me right. A yoga studio right there in the mall! Come on down and check out the latest Key Lime Athletic Wear!