MS 150 Bike Ride/ Life Time Fitness Charity Event

I am the captain of team Life Time Fitness this year for the MS Bike Ride being held on June 27-28th down in Logan Utah. I want as many riders to ride on our team as possible. If you or somebody you know wants to join our team, we would be so excited to have you join our team. I have a goal set for 180 riders this year. I want to break the record from last year. If you join team Life Time Fitness you will recieve a Black Bottoms custom designed Life Time Fitness jesrsey. Not only that you will have the time of your life! It is a great oppertunity to meet new people. There are 3 routes. 40 mile route, 75 mile route, and of course the century. You choose! If you are beginner rider and you are nervous, dont be! I will help you. This is a perfect course for a beginner. Email me for more info at adaw1@lifetimefitness.com if you would like to join our team log onto www.bikems.org join the ride, then join team Life Time. My name is Abbey Daw and it will have me as the team captain. Please do not hesitate to ask me questions or help with this process! See you out on the road!

FYI- LIFE TIME FITNESS is having a charity event all day on Friday, May 1st. We will be holding speciality group fitness classes all morning long. NON MEMBERS ARE WELCOME! I am teaching a 90 minute spin class with Kaycee Dunfield our GF Department Head and it will be a blast! If you are interested in coming let me know, and I can get you a guest pass. It starts at 9am sharp! A 5-10 dollar MS donation is recommended at the door! See you there!

CHARITY EVENT Friday May 1st @ 7pm

Where: Life Time Fitness
TIME: 7pm until whenever you leave :)
Cost: 20 dollars for the raffle or to play black jack
(All funds raised will be going to the MS Foundation)
Food: An amazing chocolate fountain and yummy sides to dip in the chocolate!
RAFFLES: I have some amazing raffles, Utah Jazz autographed ball, Impact Fitness Wear, Black Bottoms, Marriott, DVR, ect ect. Do not miss out!


Dress nice, please come hang with us! We will also be having some dancing! Bring a date or come alone, I don't care! :) See you on Friday!

Here are some pics!

Putting the LIFE back into LIVING

Do you ever wonder when you lay down at night before you fall asleep, how you got back to the pillow that night? Was your day just packed full of responsiblities to tend to and you barely had enough time to think of yourself? Where did all that precious time vanish too? I was driving home around 7pm last night literally exhausted from work. I was having a hard time keeping up with my thoughts. It had become one of those drives that when I got home,I was not sure how I got there. I was driving down Boulter Street about to approach my house when I experienced an "AHA" moment. I was minding my own business when I came to some rail road tracks and had to slam on my brakes and wait for some young boys ride their bikes across the road. At first I was annoyed, because they did not watch where they were going. I wanted to roll down my window and yell at them, and I almost did, but I stopped myself when I saw the last kid chasing his friends down the road to barely catch up with them. I took a deep breath and something changed. I gladly stopped my car and smiled at myself. I immediatly thought why are you annoyed? These boys are just playing. Let them play! Chill out and wait for them to ride by! Why are you always in a hurry?! They are enjoying the awesome spring night riding their bikes with their friends without any cares in the world. They are playing! Those sweet, innocent boys get it! They are putting the life into living. Something that I have rarely done lately in my own life. That scene made me go down memory lane. I had a few tears in my eyes, and thought about when I used to ride my pink banana seat bike down Somerdowns Ct, where I grew up! I remember the feelings of being carefree and in love with my day. Living a simple life. Eventually yes, we all grow up. But why do we all have to stop chasing our dreams. Or why do we take for granted our days and take out the simplicity? Instead the day passes us by so fast that it literally feels like the day is chasing us down. I NEVER slam on my brakes! I am always trying to keep up with my busy schedule. It changed my perspective on many levels. I decided that I am going to take a little more time to be aware of what is around me. Something as simple as stopping for a minute just to look up at the sky, or mountains. Maybe it is taking the time to smile at a stranger, or to just stop myself in my tracks to breathe for a second. Maybe its to just turn down the radio when I am driving home from work. Maybe it is taking a walk outside and getting fresh air. I thank those little boys last night for showing me something so simple by riding their bikes so carefree down the road. I was glad that they stopped me in my tracks, and forced me to slam on my brakes for a moment. It made me feel grateful that I am still alive, and that I need to put the LIFE back into my LIVING.


We make a LIVING by what we get, but we make a LIFE by what we give.
Winston Churchill

GRATEFUL

I have to say that I am grateful for my family this week. No matter how hard I think I have it sometimes, I know that I have been born to the greatest family. I could not ask for a better support system. I am so grateful for how close I am with every single one of my siblings in differen't ways. Mom and Dad, man I love you! Thanks for always putting up with me..you know since I was the last to leave the Daw nest. :) Garrett, he is my hero. I have always looked up to my big brother. He and I shared things together that nobody has ever shared with me in my life, and I hope he knows that I am forever grateful. Amanda, she is my comfort. I know I could call on her in the middle of the night and she would be there for me. She was always my security blanket. I miss you so much, and I am so grateful you are my big sister. Allison, she is always the one that makes me feel good about myself. Whenever I am having a rough day, Allison and her husband Cameron are always there for advice. I know Allison loves me unconditionally and there is not a better sister in the world. Thank you for supporting me all these years and coming to all my classes, it means the world. Amelia...well this sister is special to me. We always fought like cats and dogs but we were inseperable growing up. I think we slept in the same room until I was a jr or sr in highschool. Amelia and I went through the most with eachother, and I think she knows me better then I know myself. We could never live with eachother but we are always there for each other and she can always make me laugh! I love you Mills. I love my family. All my nieces and nephews too. Here are some pics!


Mason my darling nephew

Dillon the cutest nephew in the world!

My beautiful Mom and sister Amelia

Mason my nephew what a cheeseball

Sarah and Madelyn

The best Grandpa in the world. I miss you Grandpa. and of course Kenz my cousin, I love you!

Geeks! Sarah and Madelyn my beautiful neices

Garrett and Vincent

Garrett and I after our first marathon finish together. That was a looonnng time ago!

Garrett my brother and his family

My Family

My Dad is seriously the cutest man in the world

Brittany my sister n law and my nephew Vincent

Amelia my sister and my cousin Kenzie

Amanda my sister and her beautiful family

Amanda my sister and my nephew Ethan

Allison my sister and my nephew Mason

HELP!

Ok so I feel like my skin is jacked up! I have been getting hormonal acne on the bottom half of my face for quite some time and I am FED UP! I have tried EVERYTHING! Dr. Murad products seemed to help the most. I eat really well, and I drink tons of water so I really have no idea where this is all coming from. Well probably stress! But..I am seriously at the end of my rope and I need advice. Does anyone else suffer from this skin problem, and have some advice or suggestions for me on how to clear it up? I had the best acne free skin all growing up, I seriously feel like I have been going through puberty! I am not 12! Ok I am done with my rant..but if anyone has suggestions, I would love to know..because I will try anything!

What I loved about this week.......

I loved this week because........

I love that I can get in my car and be within 15 minutes of the most beautiful place on earth. Alta Ski Resort. I had the best time skiing alone and enjoying my own company. There is nothing like it!
Walking through the Draper Temple. I felt very close to the spirit and I cannot wait until I can get married in that temple.
Having lunch with my two dear friends Andrea and Heidi.
Having 60 plus people in my Fusion class on Sunday.
I made the best Lemon Rosemary Garlic Chicken and I was very proud of myself.
I did well with my new job responsibilities this week at Life Time Fitness.
I learned alot about myself and gained more confidence in myself.
I had Red Mango twice and it is my favorie treat of all time!
I helped my sister Allison figure out some frustrations at the gym, and helped direct her on the right path.
I helped clients realize their goals are closer then they think and they are capable of reaching every single one of them.
I laughed quite a bit at funny people...especially Heidi Ormsby.
I have an amazing cousin, and her name is Janessa. She brightened my week.
I realized I had a friend in myself, when I felt very alone at times.
I was humbled and realized life is amazing...even when you think you have it bad..somebody always has it worse. I thank the Lord for showing me that this week.
A phone call from my Dad just to let me know that he loves me, what a great Dad I have..I am so blessed.
I loved that the SUN came out this week, and gave me a glimpse that spring is just around the corner.
Discovering that oatmeal, almonds, and organic fruit melody is the best breakfast combination.
I felt grateful for people that pay compliments. You made my day,because I was having a rough day. Compliments go a long way. Thank you!
A sushi lunch with my friend Kaycee
A Dance Jam session with my friend Debbie, even though I look like a robot or Skreech from Saved by the Bell when I dance. It still feels good to relax and let go.
Having the oppertunity to change lives every single day.
Watching my favorite show Biggest Loser. Go TARA!
Laying in bed and looking out the window at snow falling, it was so peaceful. Being still and quiet even for a moment, means everything to me.
American Idol is just a great show and I liked it this week.
Getting worked in a training session by another personal trainer other then myself for once. HA!
Gaining realization that miracles really do happen.
Chicken bowl and sweet potato fries from Rumbi Grill
Monday night at LTF
CONNECTING WITH OTHERS
I realized this week I don't give up. I need to keep the faith and I will continue to keep the faith. It is my life and I am lucky to be alive and fully engaged in my daily happenings. I can do whatever I want, and I can be whoever I want, as long as I do my best every day. I will do my best every day. I will live up to my integrities, and I will keep the faith. I am UNSTOPPABLE!

I CAN CLIMB MOUNTAINS AND I WILL CONQUER THEM.........to be continued....

Remembering 2008 and gearing up for an amazing 2009!

Now that the new year has come and gone, I got this blog idea from another blogger friend, and thought I would share the same idea. I realized recently that life passes so quickly. It feels like Christmas was yesterday and it is already almost March. I cannot believe it! I wanted to reflect back on a very difficult year that 2008 was for me, but also one of the most life changing and incredible years I have ever had.

REMEMBERING 2008 and gearing up for an AMAZING 2009!

1. What did you do in 2008 that you’d never done before? Skinny Dipped in Bear Lake in the middle of the night. Ran the Wasatch Ragnar Relay! Best times of my life!
2. Did you keep your new year’s resolutions, and will you make more for next year? I don't really make resolutions. I have goals, and I am one that always try's to better myself each year. I love a challenge. New Years Day is an amazing day. A clean start.
3. Did anyone close to you give birth? Yes. My sister Allison welcomed baby Dillon my nephew on June 16th.
4. Did anyone close to you die? Yes, my Grandma Daw passed away right before the New Year.
5. What countries did you visit? None, I wish I did. That is something I want to change in this year.
6. What would you like to have in 2009 that you lacked in 2008? I want to fall in love this year. I lacked in the relationship department last year.
7. What dates from 2008 will remain etched upon your memory, and why? Lotoja, Sept 6th 2008. My parents and best friends were there to watch me ride 206 miles for my second time from Logan to Jackson Hole Wyoming. I also had a blast at Idea Fitness Convention from July 8th-12th in Vegas with my best friends. I also had an oppertunity to go to the Life Time Fitness Cycle Summit in March 2008 through invite only to meet amazing mentors in the fitness industry. Those dates I will never forget about last year.
8. What was your biggest achievement of the year? Lotoja
9. What was your biggest failure? Having regrets, I am usually a no regrets kind of girl. I lost love and thought it was my own fault. I felt that I failed miserably. I learned though, and life is good!
10. Did you suffer illness or injury? Nope. I am very grateful for my health.
11. What was the best thing you bought? My Nose :)
12. Whose behavior merited celebration?
13. Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed?
14. Where did most of your money go? GAS Prices!! and bills!
15. What did you get really, really, really excited about? Cycle Summit Minnesota for LTF. Idea Fitness Convention. All my races! I also had a few girl trips last year that made for a fun year. New Port Beach and Disney Land.
16. What song will always remind you of 2008? Katy Perry-Hot N' Cold or Kiss'd A Girl.
17. Compared to this time last year, are you:a) happier or sadder? depends on diff situations. I am a happy person most of the time. b) thinner or fatter? Thinner c) richer or poorer? Rich in my life! More blessings and more gratitude.
18. What do you wish you’d done more of? Relaxing
19. What do you wish you’d done less of? Working
20. How did you spend Christmas? With my amazing family over at my Brother Garretts house. Amanda's family was in town from Iowa and we just hung out every day during the Christmas break.
21. Did you fall in love in 2008? Nope..but 2009 will be a diff story.
22. What was your favorite TV program? So You Think You Can Dance and Brothers and Sisters
23. Do you hate anyone now that you didn’t hate this time last year? I don't hate anyone..there is a relationship that I wish would be mended.
24. What was the best book you read? The Book Of Mormon.And, Eat Pray Love.
25. What was your greatest musical discovery? TOO Many! I love music, I am discovering amazing stuff on a daily basis. I loved Snow Patrol, P!NK, Katy Perry, and OneRepublic and Rhianna last year. I think the song Apologize topped one of the greatest songs written that was popular last year.
26. What did you want and get? My new bike! Roubaix Expert
27. What did you want and not get? Fall in Love with a boy and live happily ever after.
28. What was your favorite film of this year? Benjamin Button
29. What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you? I seriously don't even remember. I think my birthday was on a Sunday. I am not sure though. I know I went to Bear Lake with my friends like a week after.
30. What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying? Do I have to keep bringing it up! Probably to fall in love or to travel more.
31. How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2008? Gym clothes...Impact Fitness Wear. When I was dresesd up it was Anthropologie, Urban Blues, or Target. Those are the 3 places I mainly shop.
32. What kept you sane? My passion for teaching group fitness at LTF and my amazing family and neices/nephews. I also have the best friends in the world.
33. Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most? Jennifer Aniston is gorgeous, Lance Armstrong is Hot. But I don't really get too involved in that really. I did love Shawn Johnson and Nastia who won gold at the olympics for our womens gymanastics.
34. What political issue stirred you the most? Probably prop 8. Just alot of controversy. Which causes more contention in our world, that we don't need right now.
35. Who did you miss? My Grandpa Daw and an old best friend.
36. Who was the best new person you met? Debbie Thomas, Jen Droke, Angela, Marie, Joel and Lisa, Emily Booth, and Patrick Baum. Those stick out in my mind the most. I am sure there is lots more!
37. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2008. Live a no regrets life. Never second guess yourself. If you're grateful, you can have whatever you want. Smile, and you attract good things. Stay positive! Have a little faith.
38. Quote a song lyric that sums up your year. Realize-Colbie Calliet or "Are you strong enough to be my man." Sheryl Crow


2009 is going to be the best year of my life! I already know it! Take more time to stop and breath in your day. Time passes by too fast, and we don't take advantage of the precious moments we have here to make awesome memories! Make this your year!

"Making The Cut"

Jillian Michaels is my hero! If I could have any job in the world, it would be to have Jillian Michaels job as trainer for t.v. show's "Biggest Loser". It is my favorite show on t.v. I am so inspired by those individuals who are there to change their lives! It makes me so grateful for my healthy body! If you want a good read, go buy, "Making The Cut" by Jillian Michaels. It is a must have book! It has become my fitness bible. It has great tips, recipes, and amazing idea's for circuit training. I have learned so much reading this book! Go out and buy it at your local Barnes and Noble for only 16 dollars. You won't regret it! Happy Valentines Everyone!