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It’s Cookie Time: Troop Beverly Hills Style

May 10, 2013 by Julie 64 Comments

This morning began dark and early with the buzz of my alarm at 4:20 a.m.

I arrived at the gym just before it opened and helped get everything organized for the day ahead. My shift passed by quickly, which surprised me yet again. Perhaps the constant interaction with gym members and the overall energy is to blame? Whatever it is, I’ll take it.

The high point of my shift came at 9 a.m. when I took a small group of women through a functional training workout.

Do you remember when I blogged about the whiteboard workouts at my gym? Well, a few times a week a personal trainer at my gym leads a group of people through the whiteboard workouts in an informal functional training workout.

The whiteboard workouts are posted all the time, but occasionally a trainer will lead a group through the workout, demonstrating the exercises for those who may be unfamiliar with certain movements and showing ways to make them more challenging for those who want to increase the intensity of the workout.

Today I took my group through the following functional training workout:

Functional Workout

I loved every minute of it and the women said they felt like they got their butts kicked in a good way. That was my goal!

Lunch

I ate another delayed lunch this afternoon of tuna salad with a toasted whole wheat English muffin.

Tuna salad

Plus a cup of Greek yogurt with lemon curd stirred in for a little sweetness!

Greek yogurt with lemon curd

It’s Cookie Time!

After lunch, I got to work in the kitchen. I made a double batch of chocolate chip cookies to bring to Sarasota tomorrow since we’ll be spending Mother’s Day weekend with my mother-in-law!

Chocolate chip cookie dough

Cookie dough 074-001

Sadie managed to look pathetic enough to coerce me into sharing one of the beaters full of cookie dough. (Chocolate chip-less dough, don’t worry!)

dog eating dough

As I was making the cookies, the most random – yet fabulous – song popped into my head.

A box of them would be so niiiiiice

Cheap at even half the price

It’s cookie time!

Please tell me that a few of you are Troop Beverly Hills fans, too. My friend Kristen and I were just a little obsessed with that movie when we were younger. (Kristen actually just got engaged last weekend! Yay!) That song is so darn catchy!

Now I’m off to get some pizza with Ryan. I’ll see you guys in the morning! Have a great night!

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Filed Under: Circuit Workouts, Lunch, Workouts Tagged With: chocolate chip cookies, circuit workout, functional training, lunch, Troop Beverly Hills, tuna salad, Workouts

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My name is Julie and I am a full-time blogger, new mama, fitness enthusiast (certified personal trainer and group exercise instructor) and food fanatic (mostly healthy... but also not-so-healthy) living in North Carolina with my husband, dog and baby boy. Thank you for visiting Peanut Butter Fingers! I hope you enjoy little glimpses into my life and have fun trying the sweaty workouts I frequently share and making some of my favorite recipes along the way!

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Comments

  1. Fizz @ fizzsbizz says

    May 10, 2013 at 6:27 pm

    Ahhhhhhhhhh I LOVE troop Beverley hills!! I am so happy that you posted this and reminded me of how obsessed my sister my mum and I were with this movie. Ohhhhh memories.

    Reply
  2. katie says

    May 10, 2013 at 6:34 pm

    love that movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i used to ( still do) wish i was in there troop! lol have a great weekend! xoxo

    Reply
  3. GiGi Eats Celebrities says

    May 10, 2013 at 6:40 pm

    OMG When I saw your dog licking the cookie dough I thought OH NOOOOO that’s chocolate but… Then I read closely – PHEW, chocolateless!!! 🙂 PS: Totally want to relive my youth and watch that movie again!

    I remember when I used to go to the gym at 4am, I would always think to myself how much credit I gave the gym employee because their shift was over at 6am, meaning they started at around 11pm, yeah, I could NEVER do that!

    Reply
  4. Tara@PNWRunner says

    May 10, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    Looks like I found a good workout to add to tonight’s workout!! Thank you for sharing. I am sure my arms will feel those push ups tomorrow. I am going to see how many I can do without resorting to my knees! Have a great evening.

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  5. Kelly says

    May 10, 2013 at 6:48 pm

    I love that movie! !!!!! I so wanted to be a wilderness girl!

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  6. Emily @SinfulNutrition says

    May 10, 2013 at 6:52 pm

    “Beverly Hills, what a thrill!” I was obsessed with this movie. I spent many Saturday afternoons watching this masterpiece. : )

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  7. Kim @ sparklesallaround says

    May 10, 2013 at 6:53 pm

    That movie is the best! My favorite line: “Excuse me officer. Don’t you know who this man is?” So funny!

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    • casie says

      May 10, 2013 at 9:30 pm

      Oh my gosh I recited the exact line!
      Glad to know someone else is on the same page as me… Lol

      Reply
  8. Julie @ There and Back Again says

    May 10, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    That yogurt combo has me drooling! Did you just use lemon curd for a little change-up or did you get it for a special recipe you have up your sleeve? All of a sudden I’m craving lemon meringue pie… 🙂

    Reply
  9. Jamie @ Sometimes Healthy Living Blog says

    May 10, 2013 at 7:02 pm

    I used to LOVE that movie. I am not sure what made it so good, but I could watch it over and over and not get sick of it. Not that they needed any help, but I have a feeling that movie helped boost sales of girl scout cookies ;-).

    Love hearing about your experiences as a trainer. I’m at a bit of a career crossroads and evaluating what would be right for me…Personal training has crossed my mind but I’m not sure if I have what it takes or if I would even be able to do it…or if I would be any good!

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  10. Beks says

    May 10, 2013 at 7:11 pm

    Fantastic movie! I watched it with my dad on New Year’s! Love it!

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  11. Meredith says

    May 10, 2013 at 7:18 pm

    OMG totally loveeeeeee Troop Beverly Hills- was just telling my son about it and I believe commented on someone’s blog that it was one of my favorite movies (maybe Tina over at Carrots n Cake last week, can’t recall for sure but I think so)…I need to get the DVD! Have a great weekend

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  12. Abby @ Change of Pace says

    May 10, 2013 at 7:27 pm

    I loved that movie! When I got my wisdom teeth out nine years ago, my husband (then bf) looked high and low for it and couldn’t find it anywhere!
    My favourite part is when the mom is telling a ghost story and the punch line, scary part is that she got a perm!

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  13. Beth @ Mangoes and Miles says

    May 10, 2013 at 7:34 pm

    I admire the early shift workers at the gym so much. One of my friends used to work for our college rec and he’d have to get up at 5 to get to work on time. I’d be so cranky as an early morning worker!

    I’ve never tried lemon curd, but your greek yogurt cup looks delicious. And I’m a little more than obsessed with Fage 2%!

    Reply
  14. Mari says

    May 10, 2013 at 7:34 pm

    Super cute of Sadie! If he is anything like my puppy, he was probably sitting at your feet the entire time waiting for anything to fall!

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  15. Allie @ Allie's Appetite says

    May 10, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    Lemon curd in Greek yogurt… Genius! Kind of along the same lines as apple butter which is one of my favorite yogurt add-ins. Either way, better than the sugar-added, fruit on the bottom stuff! Great idea 🙂

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  16. Lindsay says

    May 10, 2013 at 8:20 pm

    yesss love troop beverly hills- all time fav movie! cigars, cigarettes, cookies?

    Reply
  17. erica says

    May 10, 2013 at 8:39 pm

    i loved troop beverly hills!!
    this just brought back so many memories!

    Reply
  18. Tricia says

    May 10, 2013 at 8:41 pm

    omg i love that movie!!! Do the Freddy!

    Reply
    • Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers says

      May 11, 2013 at 8:48 am

      Ha!!! I loved that part!! 🙂

      Reply
  19. Lisa @ Live and Be Awesome says

    May 10, 2013 at 8:46 pm

    Those cookies look so yummy! Have a good weekend 🙂

    Reply
  20. Brittany says

    May 10, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    I wish you were my trainer. I am so intimidated by pretty much every trainer at every gym I have ever visited, and feel as though they look down on me and think they are superior. That’s just the jibe I feel, perhaps I am totally wrong and suck at interpreting those individuals, but you seem like you truly enjoy helping others with their fitness challenges and it is nice to hear of someone who is genuinely interested and invested like that! Have a good weekend!

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  21. Katie says

    May 10, 2013 at 8:54 pm

    Ahh! That makes me so happy that you referenced that movie. Sooo ridiculous.

    Reply
  22. Elisabeth says

    May 10, 2013 at 9:19 pm

    I can still remember going to see Troop Beverly Hills in the theater with my mom when I was seven 🙂

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  23. Miranda @ Miranda Runs says

    May 10, 2013 at 9:28 pm

    Glad you’re getting time with Ryan! Bet he misses you at the gym 🙂

    Reply
  24. Gina c says

    May 10, 2013 at 9:49 pm

    Loved that movie!!! I wanted their re-designed uniforms and backpacks so badly! And I recall asking my mother if canary diamonds really did sing!!! Thx for bringing back wonderful memories!

    Reply
  25. kendra @ http://www.kennygump.com/ says

    May 10, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    i LOVE LOVE that movie. my best friend and i growing up would watch it too. i’ve watched it quite a few times as an adult too. and it never gets old. LOVE the 80’s outfits.

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  26. Aileen says

    May 10, 2013 at 10:28 pm

    Lemon curd added to greek yogurt is a great idea! I can’t wait to try it. I love reading your blog. I love reading about your adventures and seeing your workouts and food. Hope you have a great weekend!

    Reply
  27. Beth Sheridan says

    May 10, 2013 at 10:50 pm

    So I don’t even like tuna but the last two days when you’ve put pictures up of that tuna salad, you’ve made me want some! It looks so good! I think I might try that with some shredded chicken 🙂

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  28. Danica @ It's Progression says

    May 10, 2013 at 11:13 pm

    Geez, I forgot all about Troop Beverly Hills…I loved that movie!

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  29. Marielle says

    May 11, 2013 at 12:29 am

    Oh man, I was obsessed with that movie. In fact I own it :). I love that tori spelling was in it too, one of the red feathers.
    I might have to watch that movie this weekend, lol!

    Reply
  30. Jodea @ chillichocolatelove.com says

    May 11, 2013 at 2:15 am

    When I first saw the lemon curd I thought it was an egg yolk! Great idea – the lemon not the egg :p !

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  31. Jan @ Sprouts n Squats says

    May 11, 2013 at 2:59 am

    That workout looks tough but a lot of fun, I’m going to have to give it a go as it looks like even a good one to do at home 🙂

    I don’t know if I would have been able to give up raw cookie cough beaters to be licked to my dog I would have licked them clean myself 🙂

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  32. Danielle @ itsaharleyyylife says

    May 11, 2013 at 7:14 am

    that functional workout looks like a good one. I’m pinning that one! thanks!

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  33. Kristin says

    May 11, 2013 at 8:10 am

    Thank you for the random movie reference! I looooved that movie as a kid and haven’t thought about it in forever!

    Reply
  34. Kim says

    May 11, 2013 at 8:12 am

    Holy canoli that workout looks insane. I can’t imagine doing 150 push ups. I’ll have to try this out since its a full body workout and I really do want to improve my upper arm strength.

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  35. Brittany says

    May 11, 2013 at 8:22 am

    This workout looks awesome and perfect for times when I’m traveling and don’t have any equipment. All the moves sounds pretty easy and doable on their own but I’m sure it’s a butt-kicking workout, just like the ladies said. Can’t wait to try it! 🙂

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  36. Annie @ my fuel and fitness diaries says

    May 11, 2013 at 8:27 am

    Glad you are enjoying the new job….I remember all too well the early morning opening shifts!

    That workout looks fun…how long did it take your members?

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  37. Katie @ SkinnyMinnieMoves says

    May 11, 2013 at 9:00 am

    i LOVE troop Beverly Hills! Notice I didn’t make it past tense. Lol I watched it a few weeks ago! One of my favorite movies. The fashion in it is fabulous 80s 🙂

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  38. Makenzie says

    May 11, 2013 at 9:41 am

    Ahh the best movie ever 🙂 🙂 hahah, “not until we sing kumbyah!”

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  39. heather @ run eat play says

    May 11, 2013 at 9:56 am

    That’s a lot of pushups! I think my arms would fall off! Looks awesome though!

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  40. Kristin @ willrunforquinoa says

    May 11, 2013 at 10:12 am

    Greek yogurt and lemon curd sound so good together!

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  41. Amanda says

    May 11, 2013 at 11:27 am

    Love, love, love that movie!! My sister got me the movie poster for my birthday this year 🙂

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  42. Ashley @ Sweat for Sweets says

    May 11, 2013 at 12:00 pm

    Aw I’m so happy that you love your job so much! That’s so awesome. I often think of becoming a personal trainer and what it would be like, but I”m scared to make the jump!

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  43. Anne @strawberryjampackedlife says

    May 11, 2013 at 12:02 pm

    Beverly Hills WHAT A THRILL!

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  44. Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says

    May 11, 2013 at 12:58 pm

    Chocolate chip cookies…yum! I love Troop Beverly Hills…brings back so many memories!

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  45. Grace says

    May 11, 2013 at 5:38 pm

    So that workout calls for 150 push-ups? The other exercises seem manageable but that many push-ups seems crazy! You must be really strong!

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  46. Ashley says

    May 11, 2013 at 10:40 pm

    I just discovered your blog and added it to my reader. I know you’re a keeper because Troop Beverly Hills is AMAZING! I owned it on VHS and wish I still had a player to watch it. 🙂

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  47. Merri says

    May 12, 2013 at 8:26 am

    This throwback was hilllarrrrious!!!! I LOVED Troop Beverley Hills lol….omg i must have watched it so many times!

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  48. Brie @ Eat Books says

    May 12, 2013 at 4:52 pm

    *cheap at even TWICE the price 😉 Ahhh, I love throwbacks!

    Now I want cookies!!

    Reply
  49. Megan @ www.solerunner.blogspot.com says

    May 12, 2013 at 9:33 pm

    I sooo have that movie memorized!! “you forgot beverly hills… beverly hilllllsss… 2,000 boxes… R-IGHT!!” hahaha! sad I know, but still a classic! Love that you love that movie too!

    Reply
  50. Haley says

    May 12, 2013 at 11:33 pm

    I love love LOVE that movie! Every time I see girl scouts selling cookies, that song pops into my head.

    Reply
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