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That Time My Friend Tried to Have Have An Intervention With Me

Fitness Fashion· My Life

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27 Nov

Hello! How’s it going? Over here I am climbing out of a happy food coma. I love Thanksgiving!!!! (I said that all day Thursday.) But now it’s time to start thinking about Christmas or Hanukah or yourself if you just love a good deal and want some loot!

shopping is good[3]

Let’s say hypothetically, I was still shopping for my Fall/Winter capsule wardrobe. And let’s say I was shopping for myself this lovely deal filled day instead of buying Christmas presents. If I was doing that, I would spend hours on the websites below looking for a combination of cute and comfortable and warm and cheap.

repping run eat repeat hoodie

Then, I would create a “winter uniform” that looked like this… allegedly:

My winter uniform:

Top – I want this sweater in all the colors. That is what actually inspired me to do a winter uniform! I had to talk myself out of buying it in all colors because I know that’s boring a lil bit.

Under the top a simple cami.

Bottom – Yoga Jeans. Seriously. They don’t have my size right now, but I’ll be checking back everyday until I can get these.

Shoes – A comfy cute pair of flats or slip-ons for the day. And maybe some boots at night when it’s cold.

Accessories – I want a scarf so soft it makes you cry, like every single time you touch it a single tear falls out of your eye.

Jacket – I need a good peacoat (does that count as a peacoat?).

I usually just wear like 4 hoodies at a time when I’m cold because I don’t have a fancy jacket.

i wear 4 jackets

That brings me to my sad jacket story…

One time a friend tried to have an intervention with me and was like, “You cannot wear that sweatshirt out! It ruins your whole outfit and makes it a mess.”

and I was like, “It’s a hoodie not a sweatshirt!” But I knew she was right. And I froze because I don’t have a friggin’ nice jacket.

The end.

 

Now to brighten up your spirits here are the best Black Friday / Cyber Monday deals for people who like to wear clothes:

Macy’s — Take 20% off with code THANKS and enjoy free shipping over $50; valid Nov. 25 through Nov. 28.

Everything on this page is only $9.99 at Macy’s right now!

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Bloomingdale’s — Cyber Monday sale! 25% off select regular and sale items, plus free shipping on US orders; Nov. 30 only.

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Nordstrom — On Cyber Monday, take up to 40% off on top women’s shoe brands! Plus, enjoy free shipping and free returns; valid Nov. 29 through Dec. 1.

J.Crew — Take 30% off your purchase, including stuff that is never on sale! Plus, 40% off hundreds of styles and 40% off all sale styles in stores and online. Use code HOLIDAY; valid Nov. 25 through Nov. 26.

Shopbop — Save up to 25% with code GOBIG15. And now through Nov. 30., spend $250+ and save 15%; spend $500+ and save 20%; and spend $1,000+ and save 25%.

Anthropologie — 25% off everything with code SHOPTOIT; valid Nov. 27 through Nov. 29.

 

shopping is good for you shopping is my cardio[5] pile on the miles 2013

LAST PILE ON THE MILES CHECK IN!!!

How did it go this week? Did you hit your goals? Leave a comment on this post to be entered in the last POTM15 $100 contest.

Big thank you to Sabra for sponsoring this challenge. And BIG thank you to everyone who participated, checked in, supported and played along.

Be sure to use the hashtag #POTM15 to share your final workouts and goals! I’m doing a recap post when I announce the winner.

Question: Did you hit your POTM Fitness Goals for this week?

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    1. Ariana says

      2015-12-01 at 10:12 am

      They have those pajama jean/jegging things on amazon for like $15. they are wonderful!!! i have them in 2 colors and will be buying more.

      Reply
    2. Stephanie says

      2015-11-30 at 6:02 pm

      I did about 4.5 miles

      Reply
    3. Bobbie says

      2015-11-30 at 1:04 pm

      unfortunately I bombed my goals this week 🙁
      I did put in some miles and one strength workout so at least I did something. Hoping to stick to my goals for this week.

      Reply
    4. Rachael @ Catch Me if You Can says

      2015-11-30 at 10:15 am

      i may have done just as much personal shopping black friday as i did for others…thats not bad right? i mean, I need more sweaters, and dresses…and things i actually dont need lol

      Reply
    5. Phil says

      2015-11-30 at 4:53 am

      Hi,

      For the final week, I hit my goals ! Now I need to do it all winter long !

      Reply
    6. Eve says

      2015-11-29 at 9:04 pm

      I smashed my goals this week! Not only did I get all my runs in…I PRed during my 10K Turkey Trot, which is the first PR I’ve had since my son was born a year ago! I’m so thrilled!

      Reply
    7. Hadas says

      2015-11-29 at 7:16 pm

      It was a good week. I ran 4 times, and walked on the other days. Did some abs workout.

      Thank you for keeping us motivated!

      Reply
    8. Courtney says

      2015-11-29 at 4:40 pm

      I did not hit my goals, but I did what feels right and true to my body’s needs. Two super long walks, climbing and lots of jumping around in excitement!

      Reply
    9. Alycia says

      2015-11-29 at 4:16 pm

      I didn’t make my 85,000 steps this week….boo! I blame the turkey. I was close though and was active all week so I’m still happy.

      Reply
    10. Katie says

      2015-11-29 at 2:54 pm

      Due to traveling, I took a couple of days off, but I’m happy to say I made it! I ran at least 3x a week for the last month, and it’s getting easier. Now to keep it up so I don’t lose it!

      Reply
    11. cocomama says

      2015-11-29 at 10:04 am

      I was on vacation in NY with my 9yr old daughter last week, and I STILL MADE MY POTM goals! One of those runs was on the treadmill in the hotel gym where she was crumpled in a corner with a laptop. The other run was through Central Park while she slept in. Epic!

      Reply
    12. Samantha says

      2015-11-29 at 10:03 am

      Did 40 for the week! I was nervous because I didn’t run at all on Friday….had to go car shopping all day 🙁 but came back strong with 9 yesterday 🙂

      Reply
    13. Amie says

      2015-11-28 at 10:11 pm

      I ran 30 miles this week. Nailed my goal of 20 miles/week. Thanks for the motivation!

      Reply
    14. Caryn says

      2015-11-28 at 8:41 pm

      I didn’t quite hit my goal for the week. Between bad weather and the gym being closed for the holiday and a minor injury, it just didn’t happen for me this week. I’m back at it though this coming week!

      Reply
    15. Cassy says

      2015-11-28 at 7:24 pm

      POTM- hit my goal of 4 check ins at the gym and a 5 k on thanksgiving

      Reply
    16. Erin says

      2015-11-28 at 7:22 pm

      I loved this week. I had to adapt the goal slightly when travel plans chamged. I was basically pacing in the in-laws 100+ year house for two days… but I got my step goal each day. I planned on a number od elliptical sessions, and did some 2 a days to get them in. I f er lt strong staying on track.

      Reply
    17. rivekkah says

      2015-11-28 at 6:19 pm

      I met my goal this week on my Wednesday run! I am stoked to know I will go over it when I complete my long run tomorrow (12 miles)! Thank you so much for pushing us all to get moving!

      Reply
    18. Celeste says

      2015-11-28 at 4:51 pm

      I did it! I ran 3.1 miles today and hit my goal of 50 miles this month.

      Thank you for this challenge. I literally would not have done it without finding it on your blog.

      ~Celeste

      Reply
    19. adrianna says

      2015-11-28 at 4:32 pm

      didn’t hit my goal 🙁 took an unexpected rest day, plus one for traveling…hate 2 off days in a week. and missed one work-out today, so only kettle bells on the agenda. guess its something.

      Reply
    20. Evelyn @runner_barrebie says

      2015-11-28 at 4:16 pm

      Exceed my goal by 3 miles for a total of 12 miles this week!

      Reply
    21. Patty says

      2015-11-28 at 4:07 pm

      Yes, yes I reached my goal. Did a 10K turkey trot under one hour!
      Boo Yah!!
      And today I did a 4 mile shake out run.
      My quads were pretty dang sore from the turkey trot!

      Reply
    22. Brittany says

      2015-11-28 at 4:06 pm

      Rest week! Which is always part of a successful plan!

      Reply
    23. AnneMarie D-Chi says

      2015-11-28 at 3:56 pm

      #POTM15 Now that I am finished with today’s workouts, I am happy to report that I have accomplished 100% of my goals for the week 🙂 I also did better than I expected in all 3 races I ran in Nov, and have already exceeded my Nov mileage goal of 115 miles (today I am sitting at 117)! Thanks for all of the motivation, which helped me stick to my training schedule and recovery plan this month! Now, I will have a nice, chill week before I start training for my Dec half 🙂

      Reply
    24. Louise says

      2015-11-28 at 3:35 pm

      Yes, I hit my goal each of the weeks. Proves I CAN do it! Now just have to keep it up. Thanks again for the motivation. It was just what I needed and at the right time!

      Reply
    25. Lora says

      2015-11-28 at 3:28 pm

      This month was great, lots of miles, a ton of fun races and a 10k PR. Ready to set some new goals for 2016!!!

      Reply
    26. Donna Buse says

      2015-11-28 at 2:54 pm

      41miles this week. I feel like I have learned to get runs in ,next week I’ll be running my first marathon and well see where the trailgoea from there.

      Reply
    27. Erin M. says

      2015-11-28 at 1:41 pm

      I hit my goal of 3 runs this week, even though my run today was much shorter than I wanted. My foot is bothering me and I didn’t want to push it.

      Reply
    28. Maggie L says

      2015-11-28 at 1:19 pm

      I am really happy that I used this challenge to meet my goals this month. This week has been the best yet. I ran three times, did three yoga classes and a spin class. Now I’m ready for December!

      Reply
    29. Elizabeth H. says

      2015-11-28 at 1:10 pm

      I did hit my goal (and passed it)! Ended up doing about 59 miles for the month, when my goal was 50 🙂

      Reply
    30. Leianna says

      2015-11-28 at 1:02 pm

      I reached my goals for the POTM15 challenge! 🙂 it’s been so fun.

      Reply
    31. Jovan B. says

      2015-11-28 at 12:17 pm

      Technically, I did not meet my goals this week. I still had strep throat until today (almost 2 weeks!). I went out today and ran 4 miles…which included running in my neighborhood…to Fort Clinch…past the marshes…to the lighthouse and then back to Main Beach (near my house) where I walked along the beach for maybe a 1/2 a mile watching the surfers conquer the big waves then ran home. Fun! And I’m glad I’m better. So I only got one day in but that is better than nothing considering I’ve been sick.

      Reply
    32. Evelyn @runner_barrebie says

      2015-11-28 at 11:35 am

      Exceed my goal by 3 miles for a total of 12 miles this week! Can’t wait to do this challenge next year! This challenge kept me accountable with my running & pushed me to run more!

      Reply
    33. Jeffrey says

      2015-11-28 at 11:29 am

      I finished the week strong with an 18 miler today. The Turkey Trot was a great race, my son and I both placed well.

      Reply
    34. Amanda says

      2015-11-28 at 11:21 am

      Missed my goals this week. 🙁 got food poisoning yesterday and pretty much have zero energy for exercise today. Tomorrow will be another rest day and then back at it on Monday!

      Reply
    35. Evelyn @runner_barrebie says

      2015-11-28 at 11:04 am

      My goal every week was to do at least 9 miles & I did 12 this week! This challenge kept me accountable & made me push myself. Can’t wait to do this next year!

      Reply
    36. Donna says

      2015-11-28 at 11:02 am

      I am proud of my accomplishments this month! I’m at 118 miles for the month so far. I think I’m going to keep going on my own with a new goal next month!

      Reply
    37. jen says

      2015-11-28 at 10:55 am

      I did something to my back while washing my car yesterday…. I should have left it dirty.
      I am sitting on ice today so I can possibly walk 3 mile tomorrow.

      Reply
    38. laura says

      2015-11-28 at 10:52 am

      I took a body pump class this morning!

      Reply
    39. Alicia Wynn says

      2015-11-28 at 10:34 am

      I met my mileage goal plus a few extra!

      Reply
    40. Sarah Alaska says

      2015-11-28 at 10:11 am

      Hit my goal for the week yesterday with a 55 minute strength circuit… which I feel in each individual muscle of both my legs and abs :-p

      Thanks for doing pile on the miles; it’s always such an inspiring way to get the hard part of the year (pie… cookies… stuffing… miraculously butter filled side dishes…) started out right!

      Reply
    41. Heather Toombs says

      2015-11-28 at 10:06 am

      I’ve been under the weather this week, so I did miss out on my goal, but I’m happy to say I did get a couple of light workouts in (better than nothing). And I’m happy with my overall achievements for the months! It’s helped me so much in keeping motivation through the holidays and am planning on keeping it up through december 🙂

      Thanks POTM15

      Reply
    42. jen says

      2015-11-28 at 10:00 am

      yes! met my potm goals! for all 4 weeks. maybe i need to make the more challenging next year…

      Reply
    43. Michelle says

      2015-11-28 at 9:48 am

      Crushed it! Wasn’t feeling it last night and said just do a mile on the treadmill to at least say you moved! 3miles later I was done!!! Getting ready to hit the streets to do an easy 40-50 minutes!!!! Thank you for keeping me motivated.

      Reply
    44. Nancy D. says

      2015-11-28 at 9:30 am

      Slippery sidewalks are putting my 10 mile run on hold till tomorrow, but it WILL happen. I’ll have to go slowly to stay upright which will probably result in my reaching my 90 min goal for a run. Very happy with this month – should hit close to 80 miles after being back for 3 months after stress fractures kept me out Feb-August. Half marathon in a week!

      Reply
    45. Anne Marie D-Chi says

      2015-11-28 at 9:10 am

      Last day of #POTM15 and I recharged after much needed rest day! Today’s workout consists of 4 running miles, followed by a whole lotta strength training. Plus, stretch/foam roll/core, etc..

      I hear ya on the outerwear! I have workout jackets, hoodies, and a heavy peacoat for traveling to cold weather – but NO nice jackets! Really need to shop.

      Reply
    46. Amy says

      2015-11-28 at 8:55 am

      I reached my goal every day this week- for a total of 83 miles! Today I did a boot camp class and used the elliptical for 45 minutes. Am headed to the park soon to play football!

      Reply
    47. Jackie k says

      2015-11-28 at 7:56 am

      I hit my final
      Goal today of 80 miles!:)

      Reply
    48. brandon says

      2015-11-28 at 7:45 am

      124 miles – a great month! I hit my goal with four miles to spare and with still two days left in the month I may hit 140 for the first time in a long time! Great month running!

      Reply
    49. Amy H. says

      2015-11-28 at 7:11 am

      I’ve done two of my three runs this week, and I plan to do my third one today!

      Reply
    50. Sarah Beth says

      2015-11-28 at 7:02 am

      I hit the mall and stores for my morning then took an afternoon walk to work off my
      Dinner/lunch!! Loved this and it kept me accountable!

      Reply
    51. Kate C says

      2015-11-28 at 7:02 am

      Met my goal this week of 17.5 miles! Did the Turkey Trot 5k Thanksgiving morning. I will surpass my goal today when the family takes a 2.5 mile hike. Loved this challenge!

      Reply
    52. Kate F says

      2015-11-28 at 6:11 am

      I hit all my goals! Worked out 4-5 days/week and ran over 15 miles total each week. Bring on December 🙂

      Reply
    53. Georgina says

      2015-11-28 at 6:06 am

      Just got back from a great 8 mile run! I didn’t hit my mileage goal each week- but I’m still happy with how I did! I’m coming back from a knee injury and figuring out how often/how many miles I can run without aggravating it too much. Some weeks I couldn’t hit my goal but I ran more this month than I have in ages….and the knee doesn’t feel tooo terrible lol

      Reply
    54. Rhonda H says

      2015-11-28 at 3:32 am

      I was able to squeeze in a workout every day that I needed to for the challenge, but it wasn’t pretty. It kept me accountable though, and I was thankful for that. I’m about to hit the TM for my finale to the week!

      Reply
    55. Abby says

      2015-11-28 at 3:20 am

      Wrapping up POTM with a half marathon today!! Temperature at the start time is 18 degrees- lets do this!!

      Reply
    56. chiara says

      2015-11-28 at 2:47 am

      I didn’t hit my goals but I did workout a lot, so it’s ok the same:-)

      Reply
    57. Hillary says

      2015-11-27 at 8:17 pm

      This was my first time doing #POTM15 and I’m so glad that I did! This week was typical for a thanksgiving week, but we’ve been doing beach walks while away; so not a total loss of activity 🙂 my goal was two runs, lots of family time, and some time on the beach. Goal met!

      Reply
    58. Mary Hauser says

      2015-11-27 at 7:41 pm

      Great, hit both my mileage and yoga goals!

      Reply
    59. Holly says

      2015-11-27 at 7:25 pm

      I hit my goal – even did a 4 miler in. The freezing cold yesterday with the kids in the stroller. Went to 2 Bikram classes.

      Reply
    60. Celeste says

      2015-11-27 at 7:24 pm

      I did nothing today (except shop and eat). But tomorrow… tomorrow I run. At least 4

      Reply
    61. kristen says

      2015-11-27 at 7:24 pm

      Not quite but almost.

      Reply
    62. Danni says

      2015-11-27 at 7:20 pm

      I’ve been doing great this week! I am going to do a 10 mile run tomorrow morning (Saturday) which brings me a lot closer to my goal and I might actually be able to make it! Very proud of myself.

      Reply
    63. Katie M says

      2015-11-27 at 7:04 pm

      Yes! I hit my POTM goal of 25 running miles. I ran the 30th mile today (and there’s at least a few more miles that will get added to that total tomorrow!).

      Reply
    64. Lauren says

      2015-11-27 at 6:51 pm

      Met my goal of 4 workouts! With a crazy busy week I was proud of meeting this goal!

      Reply
    65. Tiffany says

      2015-11-27 at 6:38 pm

      This week has been great! Four runs – 26 miles – so far, with the weekend left to go. Back on track!

      Reply
    66. Jen says

      2015-11-27 at 6:32 pm

      59 miles this week. Hitting my goal.

      Reply
    67. Kelly says

      2015-11-27 at 6:25 pm

      I’m so lost. Don’t even remember my goal, but did 5 on we and 3.11 on Thanksgiving. Today was a rest day after the food coma. Tomorrow 7-9! Then football party!!

      Reply
    68. Karen says

      2015-11-27 at 6:21 pm

      This week was great! I was home in colorado with my fam and there’s a brand new beautiful gold’s gym in my hometown. I signed up for a free trial and went to all the classes! It was great to have that outlet during an otherwise food-filled week.

      Reply
    69. Tara @ Run and Live Happy says

      2015-11-27 at 6:21 pm

      I didnt run or walk today because it was sleeting all day. So, I didn’t hit my goal for the week but I got close.

      Reply
    70. MaryBeth says

      2015-11-27 at 6:15 pm

      I’m proud of this week! Ran a half marathon and a 10k (at 22 weeks pregnant). I’m close to my monthly goal… I think I can do it over the next few days!

      Reply
    71. Anjali says

      2015-11-27 at 5:49 pm

      I hit all of my goals! And ran 4 miles today!

      Reply
    72. Tracey says

      2015-11-27 at 5:30 pm

      I totally made my goals (and then some) this week. I got in a gym workout every day, except yesterday. I did 36 miles all week AND I did a 35 mile ride today on my bike. 64 degrees in New England on November 27 – who would have thought? Gorgeous ride. I ate too much pie, but the calories I burned riding certainly made up for it.

      Reply
    73. Mom#to#crazy3 says

      2015-11-27 at 5:07 pm

      16 miles & lots of yoga. And some push ups! Great week for me!

      Reply
    74. Meg says

      2015-11-27 at 4:41 pm

      I have been really sick this week, but right before that I got a new lifting PR which was a really nice feeling to help me feel accomplished during this time of being stuck in bed.

      Reply
    75. Eileen says

      2015-11-27 at 4:36 pm

      I did hit my weekly goal and passed my big goal! I am so proud! Thank you for doing pile on the miles!!

      Reply
    76. Liz says

      2015-11-27 at 4:24 pm

      I took yesterday and today off which is hard for me as I never take days off. But holiday + family + sinus infection = perfect trifecta for rest.

      Reply
    77. lindseyyjoee says

      2015-11-27 at 4:24 pm

      I hit all of my goals 🙂 Even started the #rwrunstreak to keep my miles going!

      Reply
    78. Elisabeth says

      2015-11-27 at 4:04 pm

      I did hit my steps goals for the week (although it’s not a very high number as I’m hopping around on one foot after surgery on the other).

      Reply

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