12 Jul

Posted at 16:58h in Fab, Fit and Frugal, Lifestyle by
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I like to think that I'm a pretty adventurous person. I'll pretty much wear anything, try any trend and my love off all things colorful occasionally has me dressing like a walking bag of Skittles. I wear it. I own it! But I realized a few months ago that a lot of things scare me or just flat out give me anxiety. Are these things "scary," or have I just built up the fear in my mind? It's the latter.A few weeks ago I went on a trip to Nashville with Chevy and I had to seriously ask myself, "did I make a huge mistake???" Though Chevy was our sponsor, there was a fitness component to the trip, including CrossFit and kayaking. Um, CrossFit absolutely freaks me out. The workout just seems so hardcore. I like working out, but those workouts just seem too intense. And as far as kayaking? I can't swim and have a serious fear of large bodies of water. So this trip would have normally been something I said no-way to, but instead I said, let's do it!Chevrolet Silverado CrossFit Event - Nashville

27 Nov

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vintage-seltzer-fab-fit-frugal I'm a recovering soda addict. There, I said it! I know it sounds funny, but I really did have an addiction to soda. A few years ago I could easily finish off a six-pack or two liter in a single day. But now, I rarely touch the stuff. Instead of quitting cold turkey, I made a switch that's much healthier: seltzer water!
I used to think of seltzer as the flavorless old people drink my aunt used to consume, but it's helped curb my soda crazings. And one brand I gravitate toward is Vintage Seltzer.
Keep reading to see why it's an awesome soda substitute, the refreshing mixed drink I make with seltzer water {great for any upcoming holiday parties} and even a discount you can use!

12 Aug

Posted at 09:53h in Fab, Fit and Frugal, Style Guide by
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what-to-wear-for-a-mud-run-dirty-girl-mud-run-what-to-wear-looking-fly-on-a-dimeLast week I participated in my first mud run {I shared behind the scenes action on Snapchat. Follow @PatriceJWill} and it was definitely an interesting experience. I've always wanted to do a physical challenge with obstacle courses {kinda like an adult Double Dare with mud!} and I'm so glad I did. During the Dirty Girl Mud Run, we ran 3.1 miles and challenges included climbing walls, ropes, mud pits, etc.But the week before the race I was frantically trying to figure out what I would wear. If you've ever wanted to do a mud run or any type of outdoor physical course that requires getting down and dirty, here are a few tips on the do's and don'ts of what to wear.

14 Oct

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Last month I shared I would be resurrecting a few reader favorites and Fab, Fit and Frugal is officially back. Of course "looking fly on a dime" involves fashion, but being fly is an overall lifestyle, so it's only natural for fitness to be included in that. Oh, and I also gained a few pounds this summer and can't zip up a few of my dresses. Eek! So now I'm really all about being healthy on a budget.

One of my former bad habits I occasionally fall back into involves soda and juice. I have a major sweet tooth, so these drinks make me happy! However, the additives are pretty horrible and not to mention what the sugar does to your body and skin.

So that's why I was delighted to learn about Hint Water. It's the perfect fix when you want something other than boring water, but need to ditch the soda and juice.

20 Jan

Posted at 03:00h in Deals & Steals, Fab Under $50, Fab, Fit and Frugal, shopping by
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affordable activewear, JCPenney activewearThough I enjoy a good workout and love an early morning run, I tend to fall off at times when it comes to consistently working out. But I absolutely jumped at the chance when I was invited to the New Year, New You event by JCPenney. Dancing with the Stars champ Karina Smirnoff would be on hand leading a dance class, so I knew I had to attend.
But besides the opportunity to be whipped in to shape by a DWTS pro, I loved the JCPenney Xersion and CityStreets activewear lines. They're chic {you won't be embarrassed to be seen in these gym clothes!} and super affordable.