Well hello, and happy Monday to you! How did the weekend treat ya?!
So, I started out my Saturday morning a bit different than I usually do. In fact, I don’t think I’ve started ANY day out like this in at least…3 years?
I actually went to a GYM. Yes, me. The girl who literally JUST posted last week about my favorite workout videos because that’s all I do…workouts from home. Go figure?!
But I was so, SO excited. There’s a fitness center near me called HIIT It With Britt. I know a few different people who are members, and one of my good friends, Erica, is also a member. We got talking recently and I asked her if I could tag along to finally see what it was all about.
Full disclosure: I also had a little extra motivation from FLYJOY (who is kindly sponsoring this first portion of this post!), and as part of my partnership with FLYJOY and their 2016 Microadventure Campaign, we were asked to have a “Move Your Booty Adventure” and to try something new. Well since it had already been on my radar, it was a win win!
We met up on Saturday morning for their 8am class and it was honestly SO much fun. The class was about 50 minutes and had me sweating and working harder than I have in quite some time…it had been so long since I worked out in a setting like that (aka, other than my basement!).
And not only that, but WOW, was I sore the next day. In the best way possible, of course.
After our workout, Erica and I refueled with a couple of FLYJOY bars, chatted a bit, and then it was time to move on with the rest of our days!
If you guys haven’t already tried these bars, I’d definitely recommend them! The peanut butter and jelly is probably my favorite, followed up with the cashew cookie dough. SO good! They’re also non-GMO, gluten-free, soy-free, vegan, and Kosher D certified!
As for the workout, I will say…I am super tempted to go back and consider a membership. The building is about a 15 minute drive for me (which isn’t ideal) but they do have a 5:30am class on weekdays which would be awesome (especially if Alex keeps sleeping better). So who knows…I believe they’re having a Black Friday special for a one month unlimited, so we shall see!
Once I was done getting my butt kicked, I made a quick pit stop at Target for a few essentials and then swung through the drive-thru at Starbucks (#basic) for an iced coffee before heading home.
I don’t usually go the iced coffee route this late in the season, but I was still warm from the workout and it was absolutely beautiful on Saturday. Totally hit the spot!
By the time I got back home, this guy was just getting up from his nap so it was perfect timing for me to not have to pump (#winning).
We spent the majority of the afternoon outside and also working in the garage which is an absolutely disaster at the moment.
We just have wayyyy too much crap. I blame the kids.
But we actually bought some organizers and storage pieces from Sears last week so Jay has been working on getting them all put together with the goal of finally being able to (hopefully!) fit both of our cars in there this winter. It has yet to happen since we’ve moved in…
So fast-forward a bit to Sunday morning… After a warm, beautiful Saturday in the mid 60s, we woke up to a blanket of SNOW on the ground!
Originally they said snow, then they said mayyyybe a dusting. But we easily had about 6 inches before 10am – crazy!!
After hanging out with the boys a bit in the morning, my mom came to pick me up and the two of us, along with my brother’s girlfriend Carissa, headed out to a local craft show at HVCC.
As expected, there was all sorts of cute stuff, and so many awesome holiday decorations.
I wound up spending a bit more than I anticipated, but got a few things I’m really excited about for the house…along with random things like jelly, wine, and rum cake.
Because that’s what everyone buys at craft fairs, right?!
After the craft show, I got back home, got the boys to nap, and then we all headed out for a little fun in the snow.
It wound up being kind of cold for the little guy, so the two of us went inside where it was nice and warm, while Lucas and daddy played outside and made a snowman.
Gotta love the northeast for its crazy weather, right?!
Well, I think that about covers it for the highlights from our weekend!
How about you guys?! Do anything fun?? Are my fellow American readers gearing up for the Thanksgiving holiday ahead this week?
Disclaimer: A portion of this post is sponsored by FLYJOY. All opinions, as always, are my own, and I thank you all for your continued support surrounding sponsored content on STSL. <3
Danielle says
I LOVE the rum cake from that craft fair! It’s always a must buy!
Amanda Marcus says
That’s freaking AWESOME you got to a go to a workout class!!! I haven’t been in about 3 years either. I’m afraid it will be so tough my first time back & I’ll be puking halfway in. :( It’s 33 this morning in FL, and I’m freezing!
Linz @ Itz Linz says
Snow?!? AHHH this was the first weekend it was in the 40’s here for us and that was much too cold for my liking!
Brynn says
We had the exact same weather this weekend- so crazy! I have to compliment you, you’re absolutely glowing in all of your pictures. You look so healthy and happy.
Melissa says
I absolutely love craft shows, especially this time of year! They always have such unique finds.
Traci says
That HIIT class looks like a good one! I can’t believe you guys got 6 inches of snow! I’m in CT and we just had a dusting, but I was still horrified by it (#notready).
Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday says
You look like you’re having so much fun at that class! Smiley workouts are the best :) And WOW that is a lot of snow. Chicago went from 70° to 30° in a day, but fortunately we just got flurries. I’m not ready for a lot of white stuff yet :P
Kaylin@EnticingHealthyEating says
I’m not even kidding when I say that Flyjoy bars are my new favorite type of snack bar. I wasn’t expecting to like them as much as I do because I’m not usually a fan of quinoa but they surprised me! The PB&J flavor is my favorite so far. I like the idea of microadventures – we need to have more of those in life.
Katie says
I love the snow pictures!! I can’t wait for our first snow in Iowa.
Virjinia says
Aww yay! Glad you were able to head to the gym this weekend. Most of the places I go to are 30-45 minutes away from me so I’m all about home workouts! Love the snow! We are just happy for weather in the 40s down here in Texas.
Bethany @Luluruns says
Ahh, that sounds like such a great weekend! I love changing up my workouts- it always makes me super sore!
NC says
First time mom , thought I would ask for words of wisdom , my little guy is 3 months Old and I want to get back to exercising , but scared to because of decrease in supply .. I know you got back into exercising after Alex in a couple of weeks .. any insight ?
Courtney says
Definitely lots and lots of water! Oatmeal for breakfast, too. I also keep my sessions fairly short :)
Heather @Lun says
That’s so much fun! I don’t workout in a group setting too much. I teach one day a week but that’s it and the rest are done at home. I LOVE your hair. Would you ever show how you do it? We also had snow this weekend. I loved it and took my one year out who had a ball.
Courtney says
Thank you! I’ll have to see if I can come up with something soon to share!
Arimey says
I’m a (local!) long time reader and I don’t usually comment, but when I saw your post I immediately recognized HIWB. We could’ve passed each other on Saturday because I was in the 9am class! I’ve been going there for about 6-months now and I truly love it. Britt is amazing and it’s a great group of people. Definitely worth considering the new HIITer special for Black Friday! Maybe I’ll see you there if you decide to go – I’m in the 5:30am class most weekdays :)
Courtney says
Hey Arimey! Ohh that’s awesome! We probably did cross paths! I’m REALLY considering the Black Friday special…it was so much fun!!
Melissa H says
Your hair is always so beautiful, and I’m really digging the current cut and color! As I came here to type this, noticed how awesomely close it is to your blog icon / digitized self. :) woo! I hope you’re having a great Thanksgiving, and I’m grateful for your blog as a place to visit that always feels real and good. Thank you for your efforts to keep it a part of your life without being your entire life. You rock girlfriend!!