The moods of shoes!

I am a firm believer that shoes set the tone of your outfit. Quite honestly...it goes further than that for me. My shoes set the overall attitude that I have for the day. Shoes are like mood rings.... You can wear jeans and a fitted tee- add a pair of flip flops and go to the grocery store. Add a pair of boots- its a casual dinner. Add a pair of stilettos and you are rocking the town effortlessly. Your shoes are the light of your attitude: where do you shine?

Tennis shoes= I strive to be active and productive, being productive is more important than getting ready.

Meh...Flip flops= I really don't care today- I'm laid back and this is the best it gets today.

Designer Flip Flops= I am casually stylish. Wanting to look good but not trying too hard.

Wedges= I'm feeling casually flirty today :) Today is a "cute" day.

Uggs= Don't mess with me today. Comfort is key and I have enough problems, my feet won't be one of them.

Sperrys (or cute flats/tennis)= I am casually rocking the latest footwear. Productive, fashionable, and responsible.

Pumps= I'm a classy bitch (Check out the pink pumps from Hey Gorgeous Boutique!)

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Stilettos = I'm workin it and feeling sexy

Flat Boots= I'm trendy, comfortable, and warm

Cowgirl Boots= I'm sassy, ready to work, & ready to have fun!






Now there are hundreds or different shoes out there, however these are the styles that I incorporate into my everyday life. Today for instance- I've had my tennis shoes on since I got up this morning- they will probably stay on my feet until I shower and go to my first appointment. They set my productive tone for the day. I always workout in the morning, so these are my calorie burning shoes. I feel fierce!

Usually I am in boots or flipflops... I have a hard time spending money on designer sandals. Unless I find them at one of my favorite TJ MAXX or Nordstrom Rack (they have the best shoe sales!) .

My advice... Don't let shoes ruin your outfit, let them direct it. I would much rather see a girl rockin a hot dress with cute sandals (that match) then a hot dress with clunky heels that clash. Don't ever assume dressy goes with dressy. Or casual goes with casual. Mix it up and go for your mood. Your confidence outshines anything you will ever put on. So start with your feet and work your way up!

What is your mood for the day? What are your spotlight shoes?

Overcoming the Skinny-Fat

Yes.... I said it out loud. Skinny-fat. I know you are probably thinking either- what the heck? Or, she's tiny, how can I possibly understand what its like to be fat. Truth is, size does not matter when you are trying to be healthy. Weight is just a number, and that number is different for every person. Someones 120lb mark is a triumph, and for others that's a failure. Bottom line- we come in all different shapes and sizes, so never get caught up on a number.

We all know those people who can eat whatever they want, and you think they never gain an ounce. Although their metabolism is burning that calorie, I can guarantee their BMI isn't a praise worthy number. How you treat the inside of your body matters. We have all seen the Tara Reid pictures. Diet/Starve yourself, and you will get skinny, but if you don't workout and get the proper nutrition- you will still be fat. I struggle with this.... My metabolism is sky high. I eat chocolate everyday. If I could, I would skip dinner and just eat dessert. However, I cannot go through life with that diet plan, and my body lets me know it. I have tried all the stupid diets, struggled with eating problems, and even spent hours among hours perfecting my workout at the gym. If it is not balanced- you will not see the results.

What works for me? 1. Cut out the table sugar! White sugar is the devil when fighting a healthy battle. If I do crave sugar, I try and go with some type of berry or natural sugars. Plan your daily meals a head of time to prevent last minute splurging! 2. MOVE! Everyday! Do not skip cardio. Even if it is a 10 minute walk in the morning. Or workout while you watch TV. This is one of my best workout times. I can sit and do 200 crunches, 3 sets of 1 minute planks, and 3 sets of 30 sec leg lifts in a 30 minute sitcom. No its not a full work out- but I am reminding my muscles where they belong ;) Never stop reminding your muscles they need to be tight! A lot of my body structure has been framed from my competitive cheerleading and gymnastic days. However, in order to keep my muscles in place- I have to use them. There has been weeks, when I notice I have not been doing cardio. No, I didn't gain a pound, but my jeans were a little snug. The muscles shrink and fats dangles in its place. And as you can see for yourself (in the pic above) replacing a toned body with skinny-fat is not attractive. My body is not exactly where it needs to be right now, (it's that damn chocolate...and wine), but hey its a daily battle that we all fight together.

This week- keep moving, and plan your meals.  Those are not life altering changes in your schedule, but they are life altering results. It is a small start to being Ready for your Spotlight ;)

My goals this week:
     -  Increase cardio
     -  Limit Wine Before Bed :(
     -  Eat correct portions (Americans portions are 2/3 larger than what our bodies actually need!!!)
 
     -  ........do my laundry?! (not really a health factor, but     hey it needs to be listed)








xoxoxo,

Kaela