Friday Favorites: A healthy giveaway and more
Hello, my friends! We meet again, on what is hopefully the last day of the work-week for you. I’m going to start with a little story, get into the favorites, and today I’ve got an awesome (and healthy) giveaway for you!
A quick story about a day gone awry
This week was an interesting one around here. On Wednesday afternoon, as I was taking Rudy for a little walk in remnants of my gym clothes, our front door malfunctioned (normally you can open it with a code), and I got locked out of the house. I had no phone. No keys. Nothing but a publicly unacceptable outfit and a puppy on a leash. What to do? I knocked on the door of some neighbors and finally got someone to answer after a couple of tries. The nice lady invited me into her home to use her phone, and of course, when I called Dave, his phone was off because he was in a meeting. Over the next hour-and-a-half, I sat in the living room of a very nice family, watched the little girls who lived there perform hip-hop dances, laughed at YouTube videos that a fourth-grader thought I would like, enjoyed Moroccan hot tea, spilled it all over the table after my kind hostess prepared it for me, tried to keep Rudy calm in my arms as he struggled to get free, and waited for Dave to finally get out of a meeting so he could come home and let me back into our house. There are so many more elements to this story, which make it even funnier, but we’ll leave it at that. Dave came home just in time, so I could shower and be at Orangetheory Fitness to teach my evening classes. And suffice to say, I will not be leaving my house for “short little walks” without a few essentials from here on out. Thank goodness my neighbors were so hospitable, despite the fact that they had never met me before. It was quite the day.
But let’s get to the here and now. After teaching BODYATTACK this morning, I’ll be showering up, zipping my suitcase, packing Rudy in the car and meeting Dave at his office to drive down to Monterey. We’re attending a wedding tomorrow for one of his coworkers and will be down there until Sunday afternoon. This is our second weekend-in-a-row of fun after San Diego travels last week, and we can’t wait.
My latest “Friday Favorites” of the week
Now it’s finally time for the good stuff. I mean, what’s better than reading about some unrelated awesome items? That’s why my weekly “Friday Favorites” is such a fun feature, giving me a chance to highlight whatever has been making me happy. Here’s the latest and greatest …
My favorite healthy products and a GIVEAWAY
When I was in LA for IDEA World Blogfest with Sweat Pink and IDEA World Fitness Convention, I stumbled upon the Healthy Skoop booth. I had the pleasure of trying a taste of Healthy Skoop several months ago and was eager to learn more about the company. Since that time, I’ve been working my way through a full spectrum of their whole-food, plant-based products, and I’m so impressed. After chatting with the lovely representatives, we’ve worked together to bring you an awesome giveaway — which is a prize package identical to the line of products that I’ve been enjoying.
Healthy Skoop products are aesthetically pleasing, tasty and full of the good stuff.
First of all, let’s talk about that red drink, Ignite. It’s an energy powder that I can actually enjoy. Healthy Skoop’s new Ignite Sweet Beet performance supplement is a rich red powder, which you add to water, shake it up and drink about 30 minutes before exercise. It tastes just like beets, and I love the flavor and consistency. Not to mention, it’s totally natural, featuring nothing but organic beets, d-ribose, organic pomegranate, organic agave and organic stevia. I definitely feel a little pep in my step after drinking it, although it does not give me the same effects as caffeine. I’ve never been able to drink “pre-workout” drinks because I can’t stomach them, yet I look forward to drinking this beet concoction, so that says a lot.
I also love the B-Strong protein powder for adding to smoothies and recipes, for its plant-based qualities and essential amino acids. And the Skoop A-Game veggie green powder? So much goodness in one scoop, as well as 10 servings of vegetables. Basically, this line of products from the Boulder-based company has a lot to offer. In addition to the fact that Healthy Skoop operates an awesome Buy One, Give One program, and for every serving of Skoop sold, Healthy Skoop donates one serving of fresh fruits and veggies to schools in America, through a program called Project Produce with the Chef Ann Foundation. You can’t beat (or beet) that.
Just a taste of all you can win. And if you don’t win, you can purchase Healthy Skoop products on the company’s website or through authorized Healthy Skoop sellers.
Now that you’ve got the details on this awesome line, here’s a look at what one winner will be receiving …
- One huge bag of Skoop B-Strong Viva-nilla Brown-Rice Protein Powder
- One huge bag of Skoop A-Game Sweetgreens Veggie Powder
- One 100-gram Ignite Skoop Sweet Beet Endurance Superfoods Blend
- One 100-gram Ignite Skoop Berry Beet Endurance Superfoods Blend
- A Healthy Skoop shaker
- A 5-day Skoop-A game challenge packet
This giveaway is only open to those in the U.S., and the retail value is just under $200. Follow the instructions to enter the Rafflecopter form toward the end of this post, and I’ll randomly select a winner on Thursday of next week. Good luck!
My favorite recent eats
I pretty much take pictures of all of my food. It’s just what I do. Sometimes those photos end up on Instagram, in my weekly food recaps, or they just live on my phone until I need to delete them for new space. Here are a few recent things that I ate worthy of sharing …
A good mixture of healthy, not-so-healthy, packaged and not … you get the drift.
What’s the story on these photos? I’m going to make it a mission to continue finding the best acai bowls in every city that I visit. Southwest is gaining even more favor with me now that they give out free honey-roasted-flavor peanuts, not plain. A huge slice of grocery-store carrot cake is always a good idea. And Tender Greens salads are my favorite fast-casual lunches in downtown Walnut Creek. There you go.
My favorite new shades
I’ve been in need of new sunglasses for a while, because my go-to pair, which I’ve had for more than four years, is totally stretched out. That’s why I was certainly interested when Firmoo.com reached out to me about selecting a pair of their new line of sunglasses. Firmoo.com is a global online retailer of prescriptions glasses, which just started selling shades as well.
I ordered this big cat-eye style, of course (bigger is always better when it comes to sunglasses), and I debuted them this past weekend in San Diego by the pool and walking around the beach neighborhoods.
The sunglass line from Firmoo is totally reasonable, and my non-prescription pair retail for just $39. The frames fit my face perfectly and have a cool reflective color in the sunlight. My only complaint would be that the case the glasses comes in is really tight, and it’s almost hard to close with my big glasses. Otherwise, I’m totally a fan. The best part about ordering from Firmoo is that you can see pictures of regular people wearing the glasses, as well as read their reviews. I find real reviews super helpful, and that’s what helped me to make my selection. And if you do need prescription sunglasses, this is the place to do it. Thanks, Firmoo!
My favorite links of the week
Did you miss some of the good stuff on A Lady Goes West this week? Here’s what happened …
- My workouts and fitness — A short-on-time hotel-gym dumbbell workout
- Travel recap — A fun and relaxing trip to sunny San Diego
- Food pictures — Plenty of colorful food on a healthy weekday
- Natural herbs for you — The health benefits of thyme and how to use it
One more thing: Country fans anyone? I just love this song, and was able to see it performed in person just a few months ago too at Kenny Chesney’s big outdoor show at Levi’s Stadium, and it doesn’t seem to get old.
I hope your weekend is wonderful, my friends! Check me out on Instagram to see my adventures in Monterey.
Enter the Healthy Skoop giveaway
Here’s your chance to enter to win a big Healthy Skoop prize package. Click on the image below, enter your name and submit as many entries as you want to increase your chances of winning.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Thanks for entering!
Read more Friday Favorites
If you’ve enjoyed browsing through this post, see below for previous editions or visit the the link-up hostesses, Heather, Clare and Katie.
- A snack, a purse and a ritual
- A delivery, a bra and a guy
- A sweet, a wine and a read
- A drink, a gadget and a plan
- A time, a bottle and a powder
- San Francisco edition
- Beauty edition
- Beach vacation edition
- Hidden meanings
- Kicks, a book and a bowl
- The very best sweatshirts
- Party hosting and froyo
- Fourth of July daytime activity
- Beauty basics edition
- Workplace edition
- Shopping, sales and a show
- The foods I always buy
- Sushi, a game and pants
- Fitness apps
- Delicious and healthy products
- Comfort, fitness and function
- Beauty, buddha and blog events
- Dining, the city and gift ideas
- POPSUGAR, sweets and such
- A bunch of fun stuff
- e-book, food, picnic and tunes
- A link, a superfood and a mask
- Pants, shoes, food and links
- Dining, protein and goodies
- Shopping, events and a book
- A gym bag, pumpkin and juices
- Workout gear, a top and a massage
- prAna, a watch, tea and more
- Tasty stuff and gift sales
- Decor, bars, boots and a drink
- Flowers, music and more
- Coqueta, a brush and food
- My people and the holidays
- Beauty, bling and entertainment
- A hodge-podge of goodies
- Just a few special things
- Tasty food, drinks and moving
- A bunch of feel-good stuff
- Home, car and fitness finds
- Sweets, cooking, beauty and blog
- Gold, yoga, photos and more
- Celebs, scents, games and more
- Food, shoes, stretches and fun
- Purse, snack, plant and more
- Fresh, healthy, clean and square
- Pilates, sneaks and much more
- Quite a few good things
- Food, jewels and sweat etc.
- Fun stuff and a giveaway
- Goodies and a yoga giveaway
- Orange, bikes and healthy food
- Food, tech, sparkle and more
- Clothes, home, a roller and more
- Florida, tech, tea and more
- Toiletries, gifts and more
- Fashion, food and a giveaway
- Events, surprises and a puppy
- Good stuff and a giveaway
- Bling, crunch and pet goods
- Fitness, fashion and food
- Health, food and grooming
- A case, sneaks and smoothies
- Tasty stuff and a giveaway
- Snacks, gold, clothes and more
**Disclaimer: A portion of this post and the giveaway are both sponsored by Healthy Skoop. While I was compensated and received products, all opinions are totally my own. Thanks for supporting my sponsors.
Questions of the day
What are you up to this weekend?
What’s something new you’ve been loving lately?
Skoop seems well worth trying. I love to use protein powder in blended drinks!
Hi Susan, Me too! I always blend it up with veggies and fruit in smoothies. Thanks for entering, and yes Skoop is great stuff! Hope you have a great weekend!
Oh no! Getting locked out of your house with little Rudy sounds rough! Glad you were able to laugh and make the best of it though!
I really really want to win this giveaway! I always enter, but haven’t won yet, so my fingers are crossed….
Hi Courtney! Thanks for entering, lady — you’d love this prize package of Skoop. And yes, poor Rudy didn’t like being locked out, just as much as I didn’t. He wanted to run around in the neighbors’ house, and I wasn’t about to let that happen after I’d already spilled tea and been a complete mess hahah! Hope you have a nice weekend, my friend!
Getting locked out is the WORST. Thank goodness for nice neighbors! 🙂 Those sunglasses are super cute. Mine are stretched out too so I’m in the market for a new pair! I’ll have to check out that brand!
Hi Liz! For sure, check them out. And I hope you have a wonderful and veggie-filled weekend! 🙂
Oh no! Getting locked out is the worst. I’m glad your neighbors helped. I know mine wouldn’t be that nice. Still I know it’s the worst feeling. Have fun road tripping this weekend!
Thanks, Megan! I’m so glad my neighbors met me and were nice to me! 🙂 hahah! Hope you have a great weekend too!
So glad your “lock out” turned out ok!
I love to use protein powder mixed with a sweet potato and chilled. Awesome post workout treat!
Hi Jen, Okay, I have mixed sweet potatoes with nearly everything but NEVER protein powder.I MUST try this. Do you just baked the tater and then sprinkle it on?? Tell me more!! 🙂
Love the giveaway as I am severe hypoglycemic and this would help me so much as I have to refuel every 2 hours. I live in Monterey. Make sure you eat in downtown Pacific Grove and shop there, go to Carmel and see gorgeous Aislomar beach and recreational trail where truly beautiful breathtaking coastline you walk for miles on our coast. Do not miss the wharf and the pearl shop!
Hi Lexie! Hi lady! Yay for Monterey! Thanks so much for the recommendations. We will have some free time tomorrow before the wedding, so we can explore. I love the sound of the pearl shop! 🙂 Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!
I pretty much wear unacceptable clothes all the time, so you are fine. I have a phobia/OCD about getting locked out. It’s happened once here, and I knew it was happening as the door shut behind me. I have to double check my keys every time that I leave!
Hi Susie. I had never been scared before because we always lived in a complex where the front desk had keys. Until we moved out of the City of course. Now I will be extra careful! Have a great weekend, Susie! 🙂
Hi Ashley! You nabbed the first spot… WOOT! I’m loving those Firmoo shades. So cute!
Oh my gosh, that’s totally happened to me before, only in Michigan when it was snowing. I quickly walked outside to let Roadie out in shorts and Ugg boots and got the surprise of the week when I somehow locked myself outdoors. Needless to say, it was a cold and unfortunate wait for help. I could have used some tea and entertainment. What sweet neighbors you have!
Hi Heather! AHH! Getting locked out in the cold would be way worse. hahah I will be extra careful from here on out. Have a great time this weekend, lady! 🙂
Oh I was lucky enough to splurge this week while my sister was in town to some speciality tea’s from David’s Tea (which is sneaking into the US so I hope you have one near you or get one soon..it’s sooo good) and have enjoyed Chocolate Macaroon tea every morning while the little Gremlin sleeps -This weekend we have zero plans but I’m sure it will include a trip to Babies R Us lol…Have a wonderful time at the wedding!
Hi Fiona! We actually have David’s Tea in San Francisco, and I’ve been lucky enough to try it before. I love it! The store-front is so nice too. So glad you have no plans, so maybe you’ll get some sleep? I bet you need it, lady! 🙂 Yay for your Gremlin!
YES! I did the SAME thing when my dog was a puppy. I started putting my apartment key on a tiny carabeener (I can’t spell and it’s not in spellcheck) and then i could take it off my car keys for the night and put it on to my dog’s leash for the rest of the day so it wouldn’t happen again.
Hi Morgan, I will be bringing keys and a phone with me from now on! Or just not shutting my door heheh! It was NOT fun! Glad I’m not the only one to do it! Have a great weekend, lady! 🙂
I have done the same thing and had to crawl through a kitchen window!
Hi Angie! hahah! At least you got back in. We don’t have any windows on ground level! Apparently locking yourself out is not uncommon. Makes me feel better! Have a great weekend, lady!
Oh my goodness – I am so glad you found some friendly neighbors but how frustrating!! Have a fun weekend celebrating. 🙂 Thanks for linking up!!
And thanks for hosting, Katie! Enjoy your friend time this weekend! 🙂
I love to use Protein Powder to make energy bites. Sorry for your “ordeal” yesterday. I would have been extremely frustrated if that happened to me. Hope you have a great weekend.
Hi Jill! I’ve never made energy bites. What’s your favorite recipe?? 🙂
My fave way to use protein powder is in smoothies! Fo Sho!
Hi Heather! Me too! And I can’t get enough smoothies. Happy Friday to you, lady! 🙂
Crazy story about Rudy! That’s always been my biggest fear when I walk Selma- that I’ll forget my keys or drop them somewhere and be stranded outside. Luckily that’s never happened, but I can’t imagine that! Thank goodness for kind neighbors. Hope you have a great weekend and have fun at the wedding 🙂
Hi Gretchen! I will always be prepared now! Let my story be a lesson heheh! Hope you have a nice weekend too, lady! Hi to Selma! 🙂
I use my protein powders in smoothies.
I do too, Marie! Thanks for saying hi! 🙂 Have a great weekend!
I usually put protein powder in my smoothies with just water/milk, but that smoothie bowl creation of yours looks amazing. I need to work on perfecting those!
Hi Jess, The to making it thick is using frozen fruit and extra ice cubes, with minimal liquid of course! 🙂
I love coming up with new tasty shake and smootie recipes…I just can’t get enough! I also like putting protein powder in my oatmeal. Thanks for the giveaway ; )
Hi Angie! Nice! Yes, I sometimes put protein powder in my oatmeal as well. Happy Friday, lady! 🙂
I know it’s weird, but I honestly love eating protein powder just on top of oatmeal or yogurt! Straight like that 🙂
I love the shades! I won Heather’s giveaway, so my pair is on the way!
Hi Carrie! Sweet! Hope you choose some cute ones. And I also have put protein powder on yogurt and oatmeal. It adds a nice little flavor to basically anything. Hope you have a nice weekend, lady! 🙂
I was working retail in college and I once locked my keys in my car at a gas station pump. It was around Christmas time so not only was it super late when I got off work (think midnight) it was freezing out. The gas station was closed, but luckily there was a Walgreens across the street where I waited for my parents to bring the spare key. Definitely not a fun night!!
But protein powder is super delicious in smoothies and overnight oats. I am also super intrigued by the veggie powder…
Hi Amanda! Oh man, at night it would be way worse, because you’d be scared. That’s too bad that happened to you. But hey, yay for protein powder hahah! 🙂 Thanks for saying hi! Hope you have a nice weekend!
I’m still looking for the perfect protein powder for shakes and smoothies that doesn’t upset my stomach! That beet powder looks awesome too. So glad you had the hospitality of your neighbors for a bit 🙂
Hi Ashley! I bet Healthy Skoop would work for you because it’s pretty clean and plant-based. And the beet powder? YES! Love it! I had some before teaching this morning. Hope you have a great weekend, lady!
Oh no, so sorry to hear about your little incident the other day! Thank goodness for kind people that are willing to help us out, eh? I’m glad it all worked out ok!
I’m a big fan of Skoop products. Their B-Strong protein powder is definitely one of the best vegan protein powders I’ve tried.
That carrot cake… *drooool!*
And lastly, super cute sunglasses! I have a pair of regular Firmoo glasses. I’ll need to check out their sunglasses line!
Hi Ashley! I see more cake in my future this weekend with the wedding coming up. And yes, B-Strong is delish! Hope you enjoy your weekend too, lady! 🙂
I love using protein powder in chia seed puddings! I also recently tried it in oatmeal and loved it. Thanks for the giveaway!
Hi Brittney, yay! You know, I’ve never made chia seed pudding. I should get on that! Thanks for the reminder. Have a lovely weekend, lady!
What an interesting story! That feeling when you realize you’re locked out with no key or phone is the absolute worst.
I have heard great things about Skoop and would love to try their products!
My favorite way to enjoy protein powder is in smoothies, oatmeal (especially OOIAJ), and strangely, with ice-cream!
Hi Niki, Now I have used protein powder in many ways, but never with ice cream. But I don’t see why not? hahha! Thanks for the idea! You’d love Skoop. Thanks for entering and happy weekend to you, lady!!!
I’m so excited about the Scoop giveaway! I’ve been looking for a new protein powder and have never been sold on a pre-workout supplement, but could use one before my 5:30 AM workouts! Have a fabulous weekend!
Hi Mackenzie, Yes, this Skoop beet stuff is totally awesome, in fact I had it this morning before teaching. Hope you have a wonderful Friday and weekend, lady! 🙂
Thanks for the giveaway! I’m at the beach this weekend trying to soak up some sun (basically means wearing SPF 50+ and attempting not to burn) and will be trying to do some SUP and yoga by the water. And yoga has been my newest favorite thing lately! Have a wonderful weekend!
Hi Caroline, YAY for the beach! SUP and yoga? Sounds fun! Have you ever combined the two? Hhahah I’ve seen SUP yoga classes are a thing, and I’d love to try it. Have fun this weekend. Thanks for saying hi!
Smoothies are my go-to for protein powder, but I also love mixing it into chia pudding, making protein pancakes, and adding it to my fave black bean brownies!
Hi Annie! All of those items sound amazing! You have plenty of ways to use this Skoop if you win. Hope you have a nice Friday and weekend, lady! 🙂
OH no! I forgot my house keys on the counter last week (no idea why I hadn’t put them on my keychain), so I had to call my boyfriend when I got home to leave work, and let me in. Sounds like you have another awesome weekend planned, and that carrot cake-YUM. I think we’re going to the movies tonight, Indian for lunch tomorrrow, followed by Ikea. Woot.
Hi Jessie! Oh man … Ikea? Ugh. That’s never fun. So crowded and overwhelming. And how funny you got locked out recently too. hahah Hope your weekend turns out well, my friend! 🙂
oh my gosh, I never leave without my phone for this very reason. Dave thinks I’m crazy but I refuse to be without a line if something comes up!! I’ve been locked out more times than I like to admit (especially when my sister lived with me and would stop by the house for just a second and lock the door as she left… so many times). But yay for awesome neighbors, hopefully you can send them a nice gift basket for the kiddos! Have a great time this weekend, sounds absolutely fantastic!
Hi Sam! Yes, I was just thinking that I need to give them a little “thank-you” gift for being so kind to me. And hey, keep that phone handy! 🙂 Have a great weekend, lady!
I looooooovvvveeee this give away!! I like to experiment with protein powder, like if pancakes, cookies, homemade bars etc.
Hi Kristen! Thanks for entering and saying hi! Yes, you can make a bunch of fun things with this protein powder. Hope you have a nice weekend, lady! Loving your dance moves by the way!
Awesome giveaway– I love using protein powder in smoothies and protein pancakes. And so sorry about getting locked out- that’s never fun!
Thanks, Katie! I will be much more careful in the future ehehe! And thanks for entering! Have a great weekend! 🙂
I’ve had moments like that followed by “How did we SURVIVE without cell phones?!” haha. No, but seriously, HOW?!
I’ve heard a lot about Healthy Skoop, but haven’t had a chance to try it out.
I felt SO weird with no phone, Ange. Like, what? hahah! You’ll love Healthy Skoop. Hope you have a great weekend!
I love the giveaway. I recently started using plant-based protein powder…it tastes so much better and digests a lot more smoothly ;). I love heaping it in fruit & spinach smoothies to round out a quick but healthy breakfast!
Hi Erin! I like the plant-based consistency of protein powders too, which I didn’t at first strangely enough. Now they’ve grown on me. Thanks for entering and saying hi! Have a great weekend! 🙂
I have locked myself out with no phone and two kids before! That’s not a fun wait for the hubs to come home.
Hi Suzie! Oh man, with two kids being locked out? That’s way worse than one small puppy. You poor thing. I guess we will both have to be more careful. 🙂 Hope you have a nice weekend!
I make a ton of smoothies and this is worth trying!
Hi Alexa, Sure is! You’d love it. Happy weekend, lady! 🙂
I mostly use protein powder in smoothies. Have fun in Monterey!
Hi Allison! Thanks, lady! I use protein powder in smoothies too! Hope you have a nice weekend! 🙂
I love making a protein smoothie for breakfast or a summer snack!
Hi Sarah! Smoothies are the best! 🙂 Thanks for entering. Hope you had a great weekend!
Oh no! I’ve been locked out before when I didn’t have a key & the battery died on the code box.. not fun:/ I love making protein smoothies!
Me too, Nina! Hope you don’t get locked out again. 🙂 And thanks for saying hi!
Those sunglasses are super cute! Thanks for the review – I am in need of some new shades.
Also, I have just started trying out protein powders after my thought workouts. It is too early to comment on the effectiveness but I am interested in trying others – fingers crossed!
*tough not thought haha!
Hi Megan! Good for you! I love drinking protein shakes after a long workout. Thanks for saying hi! Hope you had a nice weekend!
I am so sorry to hear about you getting locked out! That is pretty much one of my biggest fears! It’s so great that your neighbors were so nice to let you and the pup hang out.
By the way, I love your sense of humor. You always find a way to include dry humor. I love that.
I have just started using protein powder as a post workout drink and I love it. I can definitely tell a difference in my energy. Skoop sounds like it has some amazing products. I would love to check them out.
I hope you guys have fun on your latest weekend adventure. Can’t wait to hear all about it!
Hi Heather! Thanks! And I’m glad you get my humor:) Skoop stuff is awesome! Thanks for entering the giveaway. And I hope your weekend was great too!
I love the skoop A game powder! I add it too my smoothies! I also love taking a blender bottle with protein powder with my to the gym for when I run errands after.
Me too, Paige! I always have a protein shake handy for when I’m done working out. Hope you had a nice weekend! 🙂
i keep seeing posts about Skoop and have been wanting to try it! i love using protein powder for smoothies and in oatmeal 🙂
Hi Heather! Skoop works great for both of those ways. Thanks for entering! Hope you had a great weekend! 🙂
I like to use it to make smoothies and also mix into recipes/baked goods.
Hi Amy! Great uses! Thanks for entering. And hope you had a great weekend! 🙂
I’ve heard a lot about Skoop. I think it would be fun to try to think up ways to use the products. I’m not normally a powder mix-in sort of person, but I do like trying new things. Thankfully I’m not as picky as I used to be when I was younger. 🙂
Question: Sometimes I feel self-conscious taking pictures of my food? How do you explain it to people who don’t know that you are a blogger?
Hi Emily! hhaha! Yes, I know, it can be strange to take photos of your food. But at this point, everyone who is around me knows that I’m a blogger so I don’t mind, nor have to explain much. But you can do it quietly, and just say you frequently track your meals with pictures for your blog, and you hope it doesn’t bother those you are with. I promise, it will become second nature and you won’t think twice about it. 🙂
I’m not a big Kenny Chesney fan, but I really love that song! Dierks Bentley and Eric Church are my favorite contry artists, I can’t get enough of them.
I love experimenting with protein powder in baking, mixed into yogurt or oatmeal, or mixed to a frosting consistency to spread on rice cakes, but in the summer, super thick protein smoothie bowls are my favorite. Thanks for the giveaway!
Hi Jordan! Glad you’re a country fan. And yes, super-thick protein smoothie bowls are my JAM! Hope you had a nice weekend! 🙂
Sounds like a rough day – I’m so glad Dave came home in time so you could get to class. Have a great time in Monterey!
Thanks, Caity! I won’t make that mistake again to not have my phone or keys! Hope you had a nice weekend, lady! 🙂
I have smoothies during the week and love varying the protein- I have never tried Skoop but have heard a lot of good things!
Hi Barrie! Skoop is good stuff! Thanks for entering! I hope you had a great weekend! 🙂
Yikes, it must have been so stressful to not be able to get into your house! Thank goodness you have sweet neighbors. Hope you can get your keypad fixed soon. My weekend schedule is pretty laid back–pedis with a friend and teaching a couple of barre classes on Sunday morning. Hoping to have a lot of time to be productive!
Hi Beth! Sounds like a wonderful weekend! I hope you enjoyed it! Thanks for saying hi:)
I really have not used protein powder but my husband does. I would be interested in trying
Hi Marybeth! You may like it! Thanks for entering. Hope you had a great weekend! 🙂
I use protein powder in my energy breakfast bars.
Hi Dj! Nice work! Thanks for entering. Hope you had a great weekend!
Your puppy is so darn cute!!! I have had a similar experience except I was in our backyard having breakfast and reading the paper when my husband left for work and it was habit to lock the back door. Unfortunately there I was sipping my coffee in my pjs in the backyard sans phone or keys and he left. I had to go to the neighbors….barefoot too…to ask to use the phone. I was not happy but it only takes once to teach ya!
Hi Sheena! hahaha in your pajamas? Not fun! But yes, you only make that mistake once. 🙂 Hope you had a great weekend!
I love making my own protein bars with protein powder. I’ve also been loving post-workout smoothies!
That’s pretty cool you make your own protein bars, Brittany! I’ve never done that and need to try. Hope you had a great weekend! 🙂
I love using protein powder in smoothies and pancakes!
Hi Danielle! Mmmmm, pancakes? I need to do that! Hope you had a great weekend. Thanks for saying hi and entering. 🙂
I love Skoop and I’m actually a seller but I haven’t tried the new products yet!! I’m dying to try the best one!! I use the greens in my smoothie every day, can’t live without it!
Ohhhh Sue, you MUST try the beet stuff. So tasty! I love both of the flavors. 🙂
That happened to me right after we moved into our house when I went for a run-i met our new neighbors when I borrowed a pair of scissors to cut through a window screen! I love to add protein powder to my oatmeal!
Hi Amy! Oh man, you had to cut through the screen? Too bad, but at least you got in! 🙂
I would have been freaking out I would miss my classes! Glad it all turned out well for you. Love the sunglasses – I’ll have to check them out. Never heard of Skoop before!
It’s like my nightmare to miss a class, Melissa. TOTALLY!
In smoothies or oatmeal. I am boring 🙂
Thanks for linking up!
Thanks for hosting the link-up, Erica! And protein powder in oatmeal or smoothies is far from boring!
Love it in smoothies!
Me too, Ben. Thanks for entering! 🙂
I love to mix it with almond milk, instant coffee and 1/2 a frozen banana. A sort of healthified “frappucino”.
Hi Danielle! That sounds totally delish. Thanks for sharing and entering! 🙂 Have a great day!
I love adding it to smoothies, quick and tasty!
Sure is, Jess! 🙂 Thanks for entering!
This company’s product lineup is really intriguing – thanks for sharing!
You’re welcome, Jen! Healthy Skoop is great stuff. Thanks for entering! 🙂
In smoothies is my favourite way to have protein powder. Or sometimes in homemade protein bars.
I want some homemade protein bars!
I typically add mine to a smoothie bowl, smoothie, or little fruit and nut energy bites!
Nice work, Heather! Those are great ways to use protein powder. Thanks for entering! 🙂
Love your nailpolish. What is the name of it? Who makes it?