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How to Be a Sexy Sickie

Lauryn Evarts, fitness blogger, health blogger, and diet blogger talks skinny tips and tricks for weight loss.

Annnnndddddd Pilates didn’t end up happening today.

Way, way too sick.

I’ve been a real nightime sniffling, sneezing, coughing, aching, stuffy-headed, fevered bitch.

But thanks to my babe + some TLC I’m feeling like I’m headed ( slowly ) towards recovery.

So. Since everyone & their dog, dad, sister, cousin, mom, friend, neighbor is currently sick, here’s some tips on how to get well ASAP…

How to Be a Sexy Sickie

1.} Tea (duh): chug it like it’s diamond water. I like Throat Coat, green tea, & Sleepytime Extra tea.

2.} Wash your freaking hands: isn’t it swell when someone comes to the gym/work/your house, sick? Oh & then they sneeze on their hand & extend it for a shake. Like, no thanks, I’d prefer not to grasp your sick-o, germ-infused, wet hand. Wash your hands peeps! Kill those germy little bitches ( love this all natural soap! ).

3.} Use a Neti Pot: haven’t heard of it? It’s absolutely, positively amazing. This little pot provides relief for any cold or allergy symptoms.

4.} Pillows: plump those babies up so the head is elevated. This alleviates pressure from the sinuses.

5.} Shower. Please. Just shower: don’t be lazy. Force your sick-ass out of bed. I swear, you will feel soooo much better. The hot water helps soothe any cold &/or sore throat. And the heat drains any gross mucus.

6.} Don’t reach for chemicals: I’m not a big pill popper. You know the type: “oh I have a headache so I’m going to take three Advil.” I like to try natural approaches before I shove pills down my throat. If you need some meds, try Cold-EEZE.

8.} Water: hydration is key. Water allows your bod to rid sickie toxins.

9.} Make your man do everything: being sick is a great time to make your significant other do everything. Kidding! Kind of.

10.} Relax: this is so F’ing hard for me. I’m always on the go, so laying in bed is as about as interesting as watching a fly on the wall. I’ve been reading a bunch of sexy autobiographies so the time’s flying by. US Weekly is a real lifesaver too. Sleep as much as you can. Getting some shut eye heals the body better than anything. ZZZzzz.

If you’re not sick, I’m jealous. Ok on that note, I’m off to bed.

Cough.L

Pretty, Pink Lemonade

Lauryn Evarts, fitness blogger, lifestyle blogger, and fashion blogger talks skinny tips and tricks for weight loss.

Lauryn Evarts, fitness blogger, lifestyle blogger, and fashion blogger talks skinny tips and tricks for weight loss.

Lauryn Evarts, fitness blogger, lifestyle blogger, and fashion blogger talks skinny tips and tricks for weight loss.

Starbucks iced passion fruit tea + green tea = my latest obsession. A few weeks ago I passed my Proformer Pilates certification test [ pretty excited...I'll be teaching at BodyROK {!!!} ], instead of celebrating with typical bubbly, we clinked glasses with this flavorful, pink lemonade. There’s practically no cals, no sugar, & no carbs: I bought two ‘trenta-sized’ Starbucks iced teas [ they both contained half passion fruit tea/half green tea/with no sweetener & light water ]. Then poured both cups to an ice-filled pitcher + strawberries & sliced lemons [ feel free to add a bit of Stevia too ; ) ].

Tada. Concentrated lemonade, sugary cranberry crap, & fake orange juice can F off!! Lol.

This ruby red dime may or may not taste amazing with vodka/tequila/gin…just saying.

Love.L

Lauryn Evarts, fitness blogger, lifestyle blogger, and fashion blogger talks skinny tips and tricks for weight loss.

Lauryn Evarts, fitness blogger, lifestyle blogger, and fashion blogger talks skinny tips and tricks for weight loss.

Lauryn Evarts, fitness blogger, lifestyle blogger, and fashion blogger talks skinny tips and tricks for weight loss.

Day 1 of the 3-Day Juice Cleanse Challenge

Lauryn Evarts fitness blogger completes juice cleanse challenge.

After return countless e-mails yesterday/last night/this morning/in the car/while working out/in bed, I have come to three conclusions:

1.) I am developing blisters from typing too much; I may need an e-mail hiatus.

2.) A lot of my readers are named Ashley or Stefanie.

3.) Through this juice cleanse challenge I am thrilled to discover how many of you are motivated towards living a healthy, happy life!

On a different note, so far today has been pretty easy. I have chugged water, drank tons of tea, & sipped my juice [ which I think tastes delicious...weird? ]. How are you guys feeling? I encourage you to comment below & share your Day 1 experience! As for my workout, I did an hour of Pilates.

Tonight I am having this:

Mike’s Super Low-Sodium Soup:

+ Serves four people

- Manishevitz Veggie mix
- 1 sautéed onions
- 1 1/2 cup of celery
- 1 1/2 cup of chopped carrots
- 1 chopped zucchini 
- 7 cups of organic, low-sodium chicken stock
- 1/3 chopped, fine
- 1/2 lemon

Use a large pot. Bring the broth & sautéed veg to a boil. Add dry Manishevitz  veggie mix. Simmer for one hour. Add the zucchini and the cabbage. Cook for an additional 30 minutes. Add seasoning mix that comes in the Manishevitz. Let sit until cool enough to eat. Add a squeeze of lemon. Total prep time: 2 hours.

For the protein part I am having a low-sodium, extra lean, plain turkey burger [ sans bun ]. What’s on your Day 1 menu tonight?

Best of luck- stay motivated; Summer 2012 is just around the corner ; ).

Lauryn Evarts fitness blogger completes juice cleanse challenge.

[ Some teas I've been drinking ]

Lauryn Evarts fitness blogger completes juice cleanse challenge.

[ Our homemade low-sodium soup filled with veggies ]

Lauryn Evarts, fitness and health blogger from Southern California with juice cleanse tips.

[ Veggies that went into in my homemade turkey burger ]

Lauryn Evarts fitness blogger completes juice cleanse challenge.

[ Preparing for Day 2 ]

Lauryn Evarts talks juicing and skinny tips. She is a fitness and wellness blogger from Southern California with weight loss tricks.