The FitExpo – Los Angeles

Posted on February 15, 2015 by pinkrunningkicks

I had a blast attending the Los Angeles FitExpo this past week, Feb. 7-8, 2015. I was able to meet a lot of fun and exciting fitness experts who shared some of their top secrets to success.

I spent the first day, Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015, improving my culinary skills. I participated in cooking classes taught by celebrity chefs, athletes and fitness experts/models. They took me step-by-step through some tasty and healthy recipes. Their main focus was “how to include 50+ grams of protein in a meal. It smelled delightful in this chef’s kitchen and the samples tasted outstanding.

Chef Patrick Stark

Chef Stark prepared a delicious Vegan Curried Vegetable meal that contained 50+ grams of protein. His secret to adding 50+ grams of protein involved adding vanilla whey protein to his curry milk sauce and pouring it over his veggies and brown rice. This was a spicy and delightfully seasoned vegan/vegetarian meal.

Dymatize Protein Athletes were hosting and preparing delicious 50+grams of protein meals as well. They prepared a curry chicken meal and protein pancakes.

What a delight to see handsome and fit men cooking in the kitchen ;).

I also received a ton of free samples to try out. All were very good. One of my favs was Oxygen magazine. The fitness models of Oxygen were handing out free issues (Score!). I received lots of backpacks and T-shirts as well.

On Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015, I had the pleasure of meeting the beautiful and oh so sweet Follow the Lita! Lita is a Physical and Spiritual Motivator Ambassador/fitness expert/trainer/fitness model and my daily inspiration. She is such a happy and friendly person. She prepared Turkey Burger Patties. She included olives and sun dried tomatoes. I’ll have to try that with my TVP mix (texturized vegetable protein) the next time I make homemade veggie patties.

I’m such a fan of Lita! Isn’t she gorgeous? Her figure is to die for as well.

I also attended an amazing presentation by Dr. Levi Harrison, M.D. I cannot begin to tell you how much I learned from this man. I will be dedicating an entire blog to review his book, “The Art of Fitness” and his DVD, “The Art of Fitness (Cardio Core Workout). So look out for this blog post because the book and DVD are phenomenal! He is a dynamic speaker, caring motivator and incredibly cute!

I so enjoyed my time at the LA FitExpo. I will be attending another in August 2015. I’m so excited.

Peace and Love

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Creative Bloggers Award

Posted on February 9, 2015 by pinkrunningkicks

Much love and gratitude to The Beautified Blogger for nominating me for the Creative Bloggers Award. She always delivers a wealth of blog posts on beauty from retro chic to present fab! I love her weekly nail polish choices which always deliver the most lush and glamorous colors! She is such a sweet heart and her nails are always on fleek.

The Rules:

Nominate 20 other blogs and their links.

Thank and post the link of the blog that nominated you (very important).

Share 5 facts about yourself to your readers.

Notify all nominees via their social media/blogs.

Pass these rules on to them.

Five facts about me:

l. I love blogging about health, fitness and beauty!

2. My passport just arrived so I’m planning to travel the world.

3. I love meeting people!

4. I’m creating my Bucket List and will be blogging about it in the near future.

5. I love to walk and jog along the beach it’s so relaxing!

I will be nominating several bloggers and posting soon!!!!!

Peace and Love,

Pink Running Kicks

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My New Facebook Page- Pink Running Kicks

Posted on January 21, 2015 by pinkrunningkicks

I’m so excited to announce that I finally created a Facebook page for my blog and other exciting ideas on health, fitness and beauty.

Please check out and like my new Facebook page: Pink Running Kicks

Also, follow me on Instagram and Twitter and I’ll follow you back! Just let me know you’re from WordPress in the comment section.

Instagram: pinkrunningkicks

Twitter: copperlady2009

Peace and Love!

2015 The Best Solutions

Posted on December 31, 2014 by pinkrunningkicks

I’ve given up on New Year’s Resolutions. Mostly because I never keep them. So, I will set better solutions for myself. Since I spent last Monday at the doctor’s office, I now recognize that I had neglected my health this past year.

I went in to see my doctor and found out that I was completely dehydrated. I really just didn’t notice that I was not drinking enough water.

So, I decided to go out and get some water bottles to remind me to drink water throughout the day.

Go Bruins!!!!

Autism Awareness Cup. Proceeds go to supporting the research and support for individuals with Autism.

2015 will also require more juicing for healthier skin and energy. Great green juice!

My current natural hair products are working very well for me. I can’t live without my Apple Cider Vinegar, Kinky Curly Leave-In (not pictured). I revisited the Camille Rose Deep Conditioner. I’m still not sure if I like it. But, I did like the Camille Rose Curl Maker. Loving it!