5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Workout

May 6, 2016May 16, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

1. Just do it! You may not feel like working out, but let me tell you, you will not regret it! You will only regret the times you skipped not the times you did it!

2.Be consistent! The more often you exercise the greater impact it will have on your life. As with many things consistency is what brings results. Long term health is more important than short term results.

3. Have a plan! If you are new to exercising and working out, make sure you have a plan! Have you ever heard the saying “Fail to plan, plan to fail”? It is so true. Having a plan will also help you to not waste your time. If you are going to take the time to work out give it your all! Don’t take the easy way out, do your best. Be completely present in what you are doing. Think about the muscles you are working

4. Keep moving! Even if you feel like you might keel over, keep moving. Even if you have to move super slowly, keep moving. If you are moving then you will keep going, if you stop to take a break, you might be able to convince yourself that you don’t need to continue. Anything worth doing is worth doing right! Make the most out of your time. Putting in an intense workout for 30 minute is worth way more than an hour long session at only a half effort . Keep moving!

5. Don’t give up! Even if you miss a day here or there, or haven’t been consistent at all, that doesn’t mean you have to give up! Just remember, January may be the start of the new year, but you can start a new healthy lifestyle any day you want to! Most people give up on their New Years resolutions by February. You got this, don’t let that be you! Don’t give up!

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Roasted Broccoli and Cheddar Soup

May 5, 2016May 3, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4

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Ingredients

1 large bunch broccoli, cut into florets
1 1/2 cups of carrots cubed
1 tablespoon oil
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon thyme, chopped (I don’t like the flavor of thyme, so I skip this ingredient)
3 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth or broth of your choice
1 1/2 cups aged cheddar, shredded
1 cup milk (or cream)
1 tablespoon grainy mustard (optional)
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Toss the broccoli florets and carrots in the oil along with the salt and pepper, arrange them in a single layer on a large baking sheet and roast in a preheated 400F/200C oven until lightly golden brown, about 20-30 minutes.
Heat the oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat, add the onion and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the garlic and thyme and sauté until fragrant, about a minute.
Add the broth and broccoli, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
Mix in the milk, cheese and mustard, let the cheese melt and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Puree the soup with a hand blender or in a food processor or blender and enjoy!

Another option: If you like a thicker, creamier but healthier soup use pureed white beans instead of the milk or cream.
And still another option: If you don’t care about healthier but like an even tastier soup, start the soup out by cooking 4 strips of bacon,instead of the oil use the grease to cook the vegetables and serve the soup garnished with the crumbled bacon.
And yet another option: Add diced ham. (I love to add ham to this soup! Yum!)

You know I love to use my crock pot! Here is an option for the slow cooker…

Slow Cooker: Follow above step 1-3, place everything but the milk and cheese in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-10 hours or on high for 2-4 hours. Then mixing in the milk and cheese, letting the cheese melt and then pureeing the soup.

So delicious! Enjoy!

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Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #11

May 3, 2016May 3, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday.

This week I am going to be talking about…Multi Masking!

I don’t know about you, but all the parts of my face are not created equally! It is kind of annoying! While my forehead and cheeks are very normal my nose is dry and my chin always seems to be the place to break out.

This is where multi masking comes into play! Using a few different types of face masks as the same time you can get what each area of your face needs. By applying a clarifying mask to my chin and a moisturizing mask to my nose and a soothing mud mask to my cheeks and forehead area, I am giving each each part of my face what it needs all at the same time.

There are so many great masks available! I really like the Formula 10.0.6 mud masks. I’ve seen them at both Ulta and at Walgreens.com. They’re great and only around $6-7. Added bonus they smell great and the packaging is super cute too! I also recommend the Queen Helene line of masks two of my favorites are the Grape Seed Extract Peel Off Masque and especially the Mint Julep mask. These are both less than $4.

Hope you enjoy this weeks tip!

*This post is not sponcored. Although I wish it were ;-).

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #17

May 2, 2016January 8, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

I love to workout with weights! I have added this routine to my workouts for a few weeks now, and I think it is great! I use 8lb weights, but you can use 3,5 or even 10 lbs if you want to. These five basic exercises target all the areas of your arms. It is a great way to have toned strong arms!

Remember to keep good proper form and warm up and stretch before and after your workout!

You can check out the original article from PopSugar by clicking HERE

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Happy 10th Birthday, Tessie

April 30, 2016April 27, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood6 Comments

Life is so much better with a Boston Terrier!

There is no one who is happier to see me or makes me feel as unconditionally loved as this precious little dog! She is such a source of joy and happiness in my life! I cannot even believe that she has been around for 10 years. I hope, wish, and pray for 10 more years with her!

Happy 10th birthday to my sweet Tessie!

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Beauty Subscription · Make up · Review

How ’bout Them Samples?!

April 29, 2016April 27, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood8 Comments

Ok, I have been trying really hard not to make any unnecessary beauty purchases. So far, so good. I have walked down the beauty rows several times and I have successfully left without buying anything!

So, as part of my strict no buy, I had decided to use samples that I have already received but have been neglecting. I have so many samples that I don’t even remember where I got all of them from originally. I know some are from ipsy bags, or Target boxes and others from Walmart beauty boxes. Here is the first group of what I have decided to try out…

I will let you know in a few weeks what I think of each thing and if I would purchase these items based on my thoughts from these samples.

And yes, that is a nail product in the picture, I know, I know, I completely complained about it when I got it in my ipsy bag. I am going to give it a try based on the high recommendations of Amy from The Makeup Case and Lizzie from lizzielovesbeauty.

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Ipsy Glam Bag April 2016

April 28, 2016April 27, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood3 Comments

This month has flown by!!! I can’t believe that I completely forgot to post what I got in my ipsy glam bag! So, even though my May bag will be here soon, I am still going to show you all what I got because I always loving seeing what everyone else received in their bags.

(If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE)

This month’s glam bag is super cute! Orange, yellow, and blue multicolored background with a tie dyed like pattern. I love the colors of this bag’s print, it is one of my favorites so far! The zipper is a pretty teal and it is across the top, a feature that I really like. The last several bags the past few moths have been great!

If you don’t already subscribe to ipsy but you are thinking about trying it out, I’d love for you to use my referral link https://www.ipsy.com/new?refer=uqdkx

If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook you have already seen what I received. If you don’t follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you totally should! 😉

Here’s what I got in my glam bag this month…

tarte cosmetics LipSurgence™ lip crème in wonder Weight: .05 oz
This is a great little sample. I really enjoy these lipsurgence lip cremes. The color is beautiful, I have already worn this several times! It has a nice peperminty scent with a slight tingly feel. I love getting samples like this in my glam bag.

“Eco-chic, cruelty-free products full of good-for-you ingredients.

The super creamy formula is infused with their famous maracuja oil to leave lips feeling oh-so soft. And we’re beyond obsessed with the soft poppy pink shade.
STYLIST TIP:
Perfect your pout! Swipe once for a sheer wash of color, or build for more intensity.P.S. It also doubles as a cheek color! Apply to the apples of cheeks and blend for a radiant flush of color.”

REN Skincare Evercalm Global Protection Day Cream Weight: 1 oz
I feel like for what it is 1 oz is a decent sized sample. It has a nice fresh scent and I really like the way this cream makes my skin feel. My foundation applies over it well. Supposedly it protects against free radicals and environmental aggression while combating the signs of premature aging. Trains skin to be less sensitive. That is a lot of claims for one product, but hey I am all for protection against environmental aggression, lol!

“WHY THIS PRODUCT IS FAB: They had us at anti-aging. Plus, the super lush formula absorbs instantly leaving your skin soft, silky and residue-free.

STYLIST TIP:
Wear alone or blend with foundation for more hydrating coverage.”

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Crown Brush C427 Duo Fiber Blush Brush
I both love and hate getting brushes in my ipsy glam bags. I have gotten some great brushes that I use daily and I have gotten some others that are just ok. This one is nice and soft. It gets the job done

“WHY WE ❤ THIS BRAND: Professional, champagne-quality brushes on a beer budget.

WHY THIS PRODUCT IS FAB: It multitasks as much as you do! Use with your fave foundation, blush, or highlight.

STYLIST TIP:
Get glowing in just 2 steps!

Using one side of the brush, apply blush to the apples of your cheeks.
Flip the brush and use the other side to dust highlighter above your blush on cheekbones.”

pur~lisse Beauty Blue Lotus + White Tea Sheet Mask & Blue Lotus + Seaweed Sheet Mask Weight: .74 oz

I was happy that I received two of these masks, just one would have been a bit of a rip off. Overall I am not a huge fan of sheet masks. They tend to be a bit cumbersome and annoying and I find that they are usually sticky. Although, despite that opinion, I did enjoy using the Blue Lotus + White Tea Sheet Mask mask, it smells delightful and my skin felt smooth afterwards. I will probably use the Blue Lotus + Seaweed Sheet Mask some time soon.

“WHY THIS PRODUCT IS FAB: Think of these sheet masks as your skincare storm troopers! Each individually wrapped sheet traps a powerful solution of Asian botanicals, seaweed, white tea and antioxidant rich Blue Lotus in your skin. The result? A plumper, more radiant complexion.

STYLIST TIP:
Master the art of the sheet mask! After removing the mask, don’t wash your face. Gently rub the extra serum into your skin and décollatage using upward circular motions — this helps to keep skin firmer!

ipsters who receive this product in their Glam Bag will receive two masks: Blue Lotus + White Tea Sheet Mask & Blue Lotus + Seaweed Sheet Mask.”

Jelly Pong Pong Cosmetics Neapolitan Palette Weight: .1 oz

Jelly Pong Pong Cosmetics Neapolitan Palette Weight: .1 oz | lookingjoligood.wordpress.com I have received several Jelly Pong Pong items from ipsy over the last year. Some were hits and some were misses. At first I wasn’t overly impressed with this when I first saw it, but once I swatched it I realized that the color pay off is pretty good and the shine on the golden shade is beautiful! I have worn this a few times since I received it. Overall the color is beautiful, but the lasting power is not that great. Who wants to have to touch up their eyeshadow through out the day, not me!

“WHY WE ❤ THIS BRAND: It’s like your quirky, fashion-forward BFF in makeup form! P.S. All products are paraben-free, hypoallergenic, and won’t clog your pores.

WHY THIS PRODUCT IS FAB: 3 coordinated shadows to shade, line and define! This petite palette takes the guesswork out of choosing which shades go together.

STYLIST TIP:
Sweep the lightest shade across entire lid up to brow bone. Apply the middle shade into crease and blend. Line upper lashline with the darkest shade to create definition.”

Jelly Pong Pong Cosmetics Neapolitan Palette Weight: .1 oz | lookingjoligood.wordpress.com — The gold really makes the vein in my hand pop! Lol! Spoken like a true IV nurse 😉

How about you? Did you get an ipsy’s glam bag? What did you get in yours? Were you happy with your samples? Do you get any other monthly subscription bags/boxes that are worth trying out? Let me know in the comments below.

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Speak Up! Listen Up!

April 27, 2016April 25, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

I saw this posted on FaceBook the other day and thought that it was a great quote. I wanted to share it with all of you to enjoy too.

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Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #10

April 26, 2016March 6, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood3 Comments

Here is another tip for Tip Tuesday…

I seriously hate it when I am trying to sharpen a makeup pencil and it keeps breaking!!! (I hate wasting the product in a sharpener!) To prevent this from happening I put it in the freezer 30 minutes before I want to sharpen it. This simple trick helps to makes the tip less likely to crumble and break. If you are going to use the liner right after sharpening just soften it up a bit by drawing a quick line or two on the back of your hand.

I tend to set aside a time to sharpen all my dull liners at the same time, so I will throw them all into the freezer at the same time and set a timer for 30 minutes and then sharpen them all at once

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? NoProblem! #16

April 25, 2016January 8, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

The number one excuse that people give for not being able to workout is that they don’t have enough time! Here is a quick 10 minute workout that doesn’t take up a lot of time or need a lot of space. You will definitely feel the burn after doing this quick workout!

10-Minute Workout: Legs and Arms With Sadie Lincoln

Take 10 minutes and improve your day, your heath and wellness is worth it! Remember to keep good proper form and warm up before and stretch after you exercise!

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5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Workout