Boys, guy, boos… no matter how you label them we still have questions about relationships! Check out what Eden & I had to say about her current boy situation!

Dope, fly, fresh! Check out singer & actress, Simone Battle’s, InstaGLAM style!

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When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, a little goes a long way. You don’t have to be the person who lives in the gym 25/8. As a matter of fact, it is advised you find a healthy balance in your workout routine and allow your body ample amounts of rest and relaxation. Working out nonstop, machine on machine off, isn’t a good idea; and contrary to popular belief, you do not have to live your life inside of a gym to achieve your fitness goals. Fortunately, with the right equipment and enough determination you can transform your body without setting foot inside of a gym.

For anyone who can’t afford a gym or doesn’t have time to travel to and fro, there is a plethora home workouts that can fit any budget and work around any time constraints. If you enjoy being outdoors and observing nature, I highly recommend lacing your sneakers and finding a nice natural trail. If you allow yourself 30 minutes of mildly vigorous walking/jogging/running on a nature trail you’ve burned approximately 300 calories FOR FREE; and because the natural trail never closes, you can work up a sweat whenever it is convenient for your schedule. Now please don’t be a crazy and try to catch a midnight run, visit nature trails and parks during safe, well lit times of day. Err to the side of caution and always be prepared to defend yourself from a predator. I always run with mace pepper spray or a small key lodged between my pointer and middle fingers (usually my house key). While my community is advertised as safe and I like to believe the safety notes publicized, I know I live in a dangerously wild world and crazy lives in every neighborhood. So, I stay protected and it’s recommended you do the same. If you aren’t a fan of the nature trails, find a jump rump and exhaust yourself for about 30 minutes. Jump ropes are exciting because they can travel with you anywhere.

Cardio helps burn calories and fat, but you also need to tone certain parts of your body. By toning your body you accentuate your natural curves. In my opinion, a woman’s most important and most attractive curves are her legs, hips, thighs, and glutes.  Squats, lunges, and stairs will pop those glutes and thighs like none other; and each exercise can be done without touching your homecoming fund or your weekly gas stipend. If you have a set of stairs at your school (football field is perfect) or near your home, run the stairs as hard as you can for 10-15 minutes. Once you’ve finished with the stairs, move directly into four (4) sets of 25 squats and 25 lunges (right leg lunge + left leg lunge = 1 lunge). In roughly 30 minutes, you’ve burned 300 calories and worked the largest muscle group in your body. The fun thing about working your legs is that because the muscle group is so big, you will continue to burn fat and calories throughout the day. If you feel like having a cheat meal, have it on leg day.

As a woman, I think I can speak for all women and say our most hated body part is our mid-section. We will starve ourselves for days on end, just to obtain a flat stomach. Now in your teenage years this shouldn’t be as big of a problem; but just in case, I want to leave you ladies with a solid core workout. Listed below is the Ab Ripper X workout from the P90x workout routine. The workout takes a little over 17 minutes to complete and targets nearly every muscle in your mid-section. This is one of my favorite ab/core workouts because it’s absolutely free, and can be done within the confinements of your own home.

Whether it is the complicated gym equipment or the excessive membership fee, don’t let these simple anxieties deprive you of a healthy, fit lifestyle. Research which types of workouts suit your personality and find ways to implement those workout styles in your home.  Part of loving and accepting yourself is loving and accepting your body and every(body) can stand for improvement. Hone in on you and do a little “at home”self-improvement. Spring and summer are right around the corner, show them both what you are made of!

Until next time ladies, peace, love, at home workouts, health and beauty!

-Heidi Thomas

We’re still loving Jenny from the block! Check out her new vid—-> Same Girl!

Being a fly teenage has pressures that only one could imagine. Not only do you deal with the expectations from every adult in your life but also social pressures from others around you and yes that includes keeping up with the latest of everything. From technology to fashion, it’s as if the walls are closing in second by second to ensure yourself you stay current! Well, well do not pull out your hair stressing on how to save, that’s what we’

re here for! Check out some ways how you save and make that dollar stretch!

Company You Keep– Ok so you know how the say “watch the company you keep?” Well, you know it’s a true statement in regards shopping buddies as well. If you know that it’s difficult for you to say the word “no” when it comes to shopping, watch the shopping buddy who joins you. If your friend constantly is swiping left and right, she’s more than likely is going to want you do the same and this is where pressure comes into play when dealing with unnecessary spending. So the next time you going to shop for something specific bring a laid back friend or just hit the boutique by yourself. Sometimes shopping solo is the best way too! Less stress, less opinions and no pressures!

Weekend Fun??– Give yourself a weekend budget in order to not over spend. Sooo headed to the movies?? Have a pitch in meal before you go! The money you guys spend on individual snacks you could have a hefty feast between the 4 of you guys! So instead of spending 20 bucks you guys can have taco night for the whole night.Also as a new driver you’re just realizing why your mom would silently curse to herself each time she passes a gas station…because it is no where near cheap to drive! So instead of driving aimlessly around the city have a set map of your stops so you can cut down on gas money also

Refocus!! -Ok, I know the fact that your parents wouldn’t give you money to buy the $150.00 pair of shoes that everybody has made you feel like the end of the world is here. But I’m going to let you in on a little a secret…life goes on. I know your day to day let downs seem never ending and although you should live for today you should still plan for tomorrow as well. So even though it may seem like everybody else is keeping up on the latest trends, saving and setting money to the side is more fulfilling. So even though you may not have every latest thing, once you head off to college you will have enough money aside to not only easily pay for your books but to have a comfortable amount to live on and not scraping last minute. Just saying.

Hey fly girls!

How many of you remember 3LW?? If you don’t it’s time to get into the throwback girl group—->’Playas Gon’ Play’ & ‘No More’

Good morning, fly girls!

We’re loving Tori Kelly’s new vid over here—-> “Dear No One”

Time to go back in time with a little ol’ school! Check out our Throwback Thursday pick—>Kid N’ Play!

Good morning!

Time to rock out to ‘Right There’ by Ariana Grande feat. Big Sean—->

A dash of dopeness, a sprinkle of  fly and a spoonful of  creativity is the perfect mixture that makes up Ashley Sneed and her edgy brand Urban Mondays! This ambitious and creative young lady launched her line as a way of life combining self expression, style and confidence. From weekend to work day, Urban Mondays develop products that fit your lifestyle. Understanding the importance of  looking & feeling your best her collection allows you to fearlessly floss your style!

Let’s get to know Ashley a little better!

Urban Mondays has such a dope concept behind it, what made you launch your brand?

Thanks! I’m a creative spirit at heart. I love to make things and see them come to life. I combined that along with my love of fashion and UM was born.

How has fashion and style shaped and impacted your lifestyle?

To be quite frank, fashion has contributed to me living a healthier lifestyle. I’ve been a chef for 10 years, so as you can imagine, I love to eat and find comfort in great food. Once fashion became an everyday part of my life, I realized how important it is to me that I look and feel great in clothing. It may sound vein, but being healthy is an intricate part of life, no matter how or why you do it.

Urban Mondays’ No New Friends hoodie

Being a free spirit is gratifying but sometimes can get draining, how do you get your creative juices flowing?

My mood board! Any creative mind needs one. It has things that inspire me–not only eclectic and original fashion statements, but also things I want to create, people I find fascinating and images that remind me of my trips overseas.

What are 3 pieces of advice you would give to girls who wanted to pursue their dreams but are too nervous to start?

1. Get over those nerves!

2. You’ll work the majority of your God-given life. You’ll spend more time at the office than at home. Don’t settle. You’ll look back and have too many regrets.

3. DO WHAT YOU LOVE. Find a passion and make it into a career. If it doesn’t exist, well, then, you’ve got some inventing to do.

Urban Mondays’ Basquiat t-shirt design

We tend to pull characteristics from others in our lives or from people we admire, who inspires you and why?

There are many people in the fashion world who inspire me, but I draw my greatest inspiration from my mother. She is strong, independent, diligent, beautiful, successful, loving and nurturing. People are drawn to her. I am inspired to not only be like her, but also to be able to support her in every way possible.

We are all about empowerment, What does EMPOWERMENT mean to you?

Being proud, taking risks, making moves!

Urban Mondays’ Custom snapbacks for a Pacers blogger

Time for the Faves! Celeb Crush? Artist? Food? Movie?

Celeb Crush: Wow, I have so many! Rihanna, because she’s so goddamned sexy and her style is out of control. Russell Westbrook because he takes risks and doesn’t look back. A$AP Rocky because he’s original and Paul Walker because, I mean, look at the man (R.I.P).

Favorite Artist: Jay-Z. Best rapper alive!

Favorite Food: I’m a chef. I cannot and will not answer that.

Favorite Movie: I’m also a movie fanatic. Let’s go with…Training Day. Denzel is

incredible.

Check out more  of Ashley & Urban Mondays here…

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