What I Eat in a Day/ Current Daily Routine

Hello again, my friends! I thew in some random pictures from today, because look at him.

 So the poll from my Instagram story was damn near 50/50 AGAIN, so I figured I would just combine the two topics that I gave you guys. They go hand in hand, really.

As most of you know, I am on day 22 of the Arbonne 30 Days to Healthy Living. It has been one of the hardest, most rewarding things I've ever done and I will do a blog post about that next week once the 30 days are over. This cleanse has helped me lose 9 lbs (so far), and is what has laid the foundation for what I eat in a day.

There is also a very specific routine that I follow in order to successfully eat healthy during my day, work out, work hard, and be a mom at the same time.  This routine works great for my family and me, and I suggest you find your own rhythm that makes your life easier! Every day is a little different, but the general structure is always the same. Since I've been following this routine my anxiety has lessened tremendously and I have been more productive. I also have more energy, which means I am better equipped to keep up with my energetic 8 (almost 9) month old.

Half of the week I'm working, half of the week I am not. Regardless of whether or not I'm working, my mornings and my evenings follow just about the same routine. This way, Dean knows what to expect and so do I. Even if I'm going to be home most of the day I will stick to my schedule. This keeps me from being unproductive and getting depressed.

Here is a breakdown of what a typical work day looks like, and what I'm eating:

4:45AM: I wake up, get dressed in my workout clothes, and head into town to work out

• If I'm going to bed later than usual and know I'm going to have a hard time getting up in the morning, I'll set my workout clothes and shoes out and ready to go so that when I wake up I have less work to do. I also keep my Hydro Flask out on the counter and my boxing gloves in the car so I can just grab everything and go without too much thought.

5:15AM: Start HIIT/ boxing workout at Blueprint Studios in Tulare

• I workout at Blueprint about 3 times a week. Sometimes it's more, sometimes it's only 2 days. It just depends on how my body is feeling that week. Honestly, the workouts are so intense that sometimes I can only handle 2-3 days a week. I am OBSESSED with these workouts, this is the first time since high school that I can genuinely say I look forward to exercising and I'm genuinely bummed if I miss it. On the days that I don't work out I wake up at 6 and try to do the following steps before Dean wakes up.

6:15AM: When I get home, I make a smoothie for both Blake and me. I also make Blake a sandwich and make myself a smoothie for my lunch and put it in the freezer for later. If I'm bringing a snack I'll pack that, too. Once I'm done I take a quick shower before Dean wakes up.

• My smoothies/shakes are the two meals that I eat other than dinner. I use the Magic Bullet for all of my smoothies, it's so easy.
• Breakfast smoothie:
• Almond milk, 2 scoops of Arbonne vanilla protein powder, 2 frozen strawberries, slices of frozen banana, 1 tsp of almond butter, 1 packet of Arbonne Digestion Plus (probiotics)
• Lunch smoothie:
• Almond milk, 2 scoops of Arbonne chocolate protein powder, a handful of kale or spinach, crushed ice, 1 tsp of almond butter, 1/2 scoop of Arbonne Fiber. I freeze it in a to go cup. Once I get to work I put it in the fridge or freezer, depending on how soon I'll get to eat it. 

6:45AM: I make Dean a bottle and feed him. Then I make my bed, grab his stand up play area and head to the kitchen to do the dishes. 

7:15AM: I make myself a fizzy stick and ice water. Dean and I usually just play in the den until he is ready for his first nap. I love this quiet playtime with my little guy before we start the day. I also use this time to text my clients back that I have that week.

• Never in a million years did I think I would be able to go without coffee in the mornings, yet here I am. I haven't had a sip of coffee in over 20 days. The fizzy sticks give me a ton of energy without the anxiety feeling. Roslyn also gave me a tip: whenever I'm craving something unhealthy, have a fizzy stick. Something about it completely takes my cravings away.

8:15AM: Dean usually goes down for his nap around this time. Once he does, I do my makeup, hair, get dressed, and get all of my stuff together for the day. By the time he wakes up, I usually have the car seat ready to go and the diaper bag packed.

9:15AM: Dean wakes up, and we're either out the door or I start cleaning and running errands

10:00AM: Start my day! Either working or doing stuff around the house.

12:30PM: I eat my smoothie for lunch. If I'm still hungry after I'll have a handful of almonds, but the smoothies genuinely keep me super full.

7:00PM: I usually head home around this time if I'm working. Sometimes I have to pick Dean up and sometimes he's already been dropped off. On days I don't work we have an early dinner, usually around 5:00.

7:30PM: If he is tired enough, we put Dean to bed. I immediately start to make dinner.

• Because of the Arbonne cleanse, all of my meals are gluten free, dairy free, contain no preservatives, and include no vinegar other than ACV. When I read the list of things that I wasn't allowed to have I initially freaked out, but it's been surprisingly easy.
• Protein pasta (Banza noodles, or POW noodles from Target) mixed with gluten free, organic sauces and chicken 
• Shrimp Bowls: Shrimp, brown rice, quinoa, lettuce, black beans, avocado, and homemade salsa
• Tilapia, veggies, brown rice, and a lemon sauce
• Shrimp stir fry, linked here!
• Carne Asada salad: Asada, black beans, lettuce, homemade guac, homemade salsa, and Primal Kitchen dressing (linked here, but also available at Smart and Final and Target). Green Goddess is my favorite.
• Most of my dinner recipes are saved in my highlights on Instagram

8:00PM: Eat, do the dishes, and relax with my hubby on the couch with either detox tea, 4 oz of red wine, or both. I'll usually read a book, work on a blog post, or just watch a movie.

9:30PM: Get in bed, maybe stay up for another 30 min, but 10:00 is the latest we go to bed

I get all of my Arbonne protein and products from @renewed.roslyn on Instagram, feel free to ask her any questions! (Right, Ros? lol)

Also, if you like the crop I was wearing today head over to @IndiJag on Instagram and use my discount code TANNER15 for 15% off your order! I am a rep for them for the next 3 months, so use it while you can! They have the cutest graphics.

Like I said guys, every day is a little different other than our mornings and evenings- those are always the same. I love the consistency and so does Dean, he's just such a happy baby when he knows what to expect! Let me know what you guys would like to hear about in my next blog post! I'll be going over the last 30 days. There will be a before and after picture, so pray for me lol. 

lovelovelove, 

Tanner 

Favorite Local Summer Spots

Summer is officially back, and with a fire-y vengeance. Living in central California has its perks, but the heat is definitely not one of them. With the mountains two hours away and the beach two hours away, a weekend escape isn't too far fetched for us, but we don't always have the luxury of getting away. For the weekends (or week days) we have to stay in town I am always trying to think of cute/ fun places that we can go for a bite to eat or just to kill some time and get out of the house- preferably with air conditioning.

Most of these spots are already super well known in our area, but by the off chance you guys don't know about even one of them I felt the need to share! Mini getaways throughout the week are a blast and really remind me how much I love this area of California. Supporting our local businesses is so important, and all of these deserve as much attention they can get.

1. The Orange Works Café

I have been coming to this place since I was young, and it's one of my absolute favorites. It's located in Strathmore, California right off of Highway 65. It's a tradition for us to meet a family friend here on Mondays and order a sandwich combo, followed by their homemade orange soft serve. They always have a flavor of the day that you can split 50/50 with the orange flavor. They are local, one of a kind, and in the middle of citrus crops overlooking the foothills. If you want a sweet mini getaway and a delicious lunch, this is the spot for you. 

2. Component Coffee Lab

Component is hardly a secret these days, but for those of you that haven't heard of it yet- it's the best. In the middle of our same-old-same-old town of Visalia, this coffee shop makes you feel like you've stepped into a big city. It has such an urban feel. They have delicious specialty coffees, and on weekends they have an amazing brunch menu from 7am- 11am. The avocado toast is my absolute favorite! They also have wifi and a great atmosphere, so any time I go I expect it to be crazy busy and filled with people on their laptops or reading. This place is such a diamond in the rough and we are lucky to have it. 

3. Sol Bol

 This place is my new favorite for so many reasons. They are an açai bowl restaurant, which is completely unique to our area but much needed. What is açai, you ask? It's a delicious superfood berry, pronounced (ah-sah-EE), that is found in the Brazilian amazon. Pair this with granola, peanut butter, almonds, etc. and it makes for a freaking delicious breakfast. They now have avocado toast and smoothies, too! Not only is this place healthy and delicious but it has the CUTEST decor and vibe. They also allow dogs, which I obviously had to try right away. Nova loved hanging out under their covered porch and watching the people walk by in downtown Visalia. This place is a must if you're in the area.

4. Barrelhouse Brewing Co.

 Last, but certainly not least, is Barrelhouse in downtown Visalia. Not only do they have 26 beers on tap, but they have live music, merchandise, corn hole, pinball machines, and shuffle board. On the weekends they have different food trucks come in and park in the back. I posted a picture a while back with Dean in Barrelhouse and my Grammy said "Tanny! You've got a baby in a bar!" I started to correct her and tell her it wasn't a bar, but I realized she was technically right LOL. That being said, if there was ever a family oriented bar, this is it. They only serve beer, and they have so many games and such a wholesome atmosphere that I always see families there. Also, they allow dogs. I obviously find that very important.

Bonus Spot: Zoorassic Park Exhibit at the Fresno Zoo

I wasn't going to add this one in, because if we're getting into the Fresno area there are so many more spots that I could mention, but we went to this temporary exhibit at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo this weekend and it was worth mentioning. It is only open this year in June and October, so if you're looking for something fun to do this month I would check it out before it ends. Blake and I are huge nerds (obviously) and LOVE Jurassic Park. Naturally, we plan on pushing our nerdiness on our child so we paid the extra money to see the dinosaur exhibit. He loved it. I've never been more proud. They have life- sized replicas of dinosaurs that move and even spray water. It's a relatively small exhibit, but combine it with the new Safari area of the zoo and it makes for a day well spent. 

How to Keep Your Blonde Looking Fresh

Hello, again! I'm back this week and feeling creative. One of the questions that I get asked super often as a hairdresser is "Okay, are there any products that you recommend for me to use at home?" YES. If you use the right products, the tone you leave the salon with can still be the tone you have even after weeks go by. If you've ever lightened your hair before, you know the struggle. Your blonde/ brown is beautiful at the salon, but after a few washes it starts to dull out and look yellow or orange. It also loses its shine. The following tips are a MUST if you want to keep your hair looking and feeling fresh, like you just walked out of the salon.

|| Toning Shampoo ||

If you have blonde or any light brown pieces in your hair, this will change your life. Okay, maybe that's a little dramatic. But, seriously. Game changer. This will prevent your hair from getting a yellow or orange hue, and will also brighten it up.

Let's talk about the color wheel- do you guys remember learning about the color wheel in elementary school? Probably not, because it was taught in, like, kindergarten, but it explains why we use a tinted shampoo to cancel out brass.

As you can see, blue is the opposite of orange. Purple is the opposite of yellow. If we use the opposing color of the tint that we have, we can cancel it out. BOOM. 

So, if you find your hair always fades more yellow, use a purple shampoo. If your hair always has an orange tint, use a blue shampoo. If your hair is extremely warm in general, you can't stand it, and you don't mind being a little extra then I suggest alternating between blue and purple. For icey and ashy tones this is a MUST. You will not have an icey tone longer than two weeks if you don't do the work at home.

Once a week, use your toning shampoo. They can be very drying if you use them more than once or twice a week, so try to spread it out. Lather it all throughout your hair and let it sit for 5 minutes. Shave your legs, wash your face, and then rinse.

Favorites:

• Matrix So Silver
• This is my favorite purple shampoo because it doesn't make your hair feel like shit but it's also pretty strong. Some purple shampoos tone really great but make your hair feel like straw. (cough, Shimmer Lights, cough)
• Matrix Brass Off
• So far, this is the only blue shampoo that I recommend. I've tried one from Joico and my clients have as well but it made absolutely no difference and didn't lather. This one is amazing.

|| Deep Conditioner ||

This applies to everyone! I have people ask all of the time if I offer a deep conditioning treatment at the salon because their hair is feeling dry. Yes, I can do that, but that is only a bandaid. Deep conditioners need to be used on a regular basis at home to make a difference long term. I suggest making a deep conditioner or mask a regular part of your weekly routine. This will help prevent breakage, dryness, and split ends.

Now, deep conditioning is great but there is such a thing as overdoing it- especially if you have fine or thin hair. Make sure you're only doing it once or twice a week, otherwise it can weigh your hair down and you will lose volume.

Favorites:

• It's a 10 Potion 10 Miracle Repair Hair Mask
• This mask is to die for. Super creamy, and makes my hair feel like absolute silk. It's a little pricey, but it's worth the splurge.
• Wella Luxeoil Keratin Restore Mask
• Also pricey, but also amazing. 
• Kristin Ess Reconstructive Moisture Mask
• I'm currently using this on my own hair, and I do love it! It's very affordable, and you can grab it at Target. It smells like perfume (in a good way) and it's super lightweight. It's not the same quality as the other two, but it does the job. 

|| Heat Protectant ||

If you are someone who uses heat styling, you need a heat protectant. Not only will this protect your hair from damage but it will keep your color from fading faster. Having that product barrier between your hair and the hot tools keep your cuticle from being blown open and releasing the color as much.

Favorite:

• Enjoy Protect and Shine
• That's right, just one. This is my ride or die holy grail product. It smells better than anything I've ever used, adds shine, and doesn't leave your hair feeling crunchy like every other heat protectant that I've used. It's a little pricey but a little goes a long way so you won't go through it very fast. Use it on dry hair before you style. 

I've linked all of these products to the bottom of the blog page through Amazon. If you're reading this on your phone, scroll to the bottom of my blog page and click View Web Version. Scroll to the bottom of the page and you will see all of the products that I've linked. You can also find them at Touch of Class Salon in Tulare or ULTA. The only product not available at ULTA is the Protect and Shine.

If you guys have any questions, as always feel free to ask!

lovelovelove,
Tanner

Healthy Shrimp Stir Fry

Hello, everyone! Today's blog post is a little different, I thought I'd try to do a recipe for you guys. I started the Arbonne 30 day cleanse today. I'm not gonna lie, I'm super nervous because I know it will be hard but I also want to follow through because I know the benefits will be amazing. Basically, I will have no dairy, no alcohol, no dairy, and no gluten for the next 30 days. To hold myself accountable and to have some fun with it I will be sharing some healthy dinner recipes!

I love healthy recipes that are quick & easy. Most nights I get home from work pretty late and I don't have time for anything fancy. I always keep giant bags of frozen veggies and different types of frozen proteins that I can bake when I didn't have time to run to the store and grab some fresh ingredients. Tonight I used frozen shrimp and frozen broccoli. 

I ran to Target today and I grabbed this pre- mixed bag of broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and cabbage. It worked great for this recipe, and the fact that it's pre- mixed and pre- cut made it super easy to work with.

I cooked the frozen broccoli the way that I cook most of my veggies and proteins for dinner. I read an article in a magazine once from a celebrity nutritionist, and she said that there is NO excuse to not eat heathy. She said people always give the excuse "I can't cook," and that she doesn't want to hear it. Her go- to recipe was to set the oven to 350, and on a cookie sheet add any type of protein and frozen veggie. Cook it for 20-30 minutes with olive oil and seasoning and you have a perfectly delicious, healthy meal. That article stuck with me so that is usually what I do when I'm trying to eat healthy but I'm short on time.

This recipe was totally out of nowhere and last minute, but I'm super happy with it! The red pepper flakes give it a ton of flavor, and the ingredients are Arbonne 30 day cleanse approved. This cleanse so far has resembled the Whole 30 to me, only easier. Getting to have a shake for 2/3 meals every day just makes my life simple and I didn't find myself hungry at all today. I'll keep you guys updated on my progress, and if you'd like some more recipes let me know! 

If you recreate this dinner please let me know! As always, thank you for reading.

lovelovelove,

Tanner