Exercise, Nutrition, And Coaching To Reach Your Goals Now!
What better way to usher in summer than with this delicious no-bake mango pie? You won't find any processed sugars or refined carbs in this dessert – just sweet and nutritious whole food ingredients. That being said, remember to use portion control even with nutritious desserts. Servings: 12 Here's what you need... 2 cups raw pecans 1/2 teaspoon ground vanilla beans, divided 1 … [Read more...]
Summer has arrived and along with it the dreaded bathing suit season. Whether you can't wait to bare it all on the beach, or if you're still working toward a weight loss goal, exercise is the key to looking and feeling great in summer months. But why else should you exercise? Here are the top 7 reasons to exercise this summer: Reason #1: To Melt Fat Away The most coveted side effect … [Read more...]
Corrective Knee & Shin Stretching & Strength Exercises Corrective Knee & Shin Self Massage Exercises … [Read more...]
You've probably heard of quinoa - it is hailed by some as the new super food. It's high in protein (12%-18%) and contains a balanced set of essential amino acids - this means it's a surprisingly complete protein. It's also high in fiber and iron. And, as if the edible seeds didn't have enough going for them, NASA is thinking about growing it in space. Quinoa is quite possibly the perfect thing … [Read more...]
You start each morning with the promise to be "good" today. You'll refuse the baked goods at the office. You'll speed past that fast food place at lunch. You'll turn a blind eye to the vending machine in the mid-afternoon. And you'll pass on the ice cream after dinner. But… you hadn't counted on the fact that a box of your favorite donuts would be sitting in the break room. Or that … [Read more...]
Baked beans are filled with healthy protein and fiber. This homemade recipe is quick and easy to make and tastes great. Serve it hot from the oven, or enjoy it chilled – either way it's a crowd pleaser. Servings: 12 Here's what you need... 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 yellow onions, chopped 1 (6oz) can tomato paste 1/4 cup tamari (low sodium soy sauce) 4 … [Read more...]
With summer vacation quickly approaching, you're probably planning your next getaway. Whether you go on a cruise, an African safari or a low-key trip to the beach, warm summer days are the best time to get away from it all. But wait - did you know that the average person gains almost a pound a day while on vacation? Between missed workouts, extra large restaurant meals and indulgent … [Read more...]
Here is a guiltless way to prepare spaghetti that the whole family will love. To create angel hair noodles out of zucchini you simply need a small kitchen gadget called a spiral slicer. This ingenious tool is well worth the small investment – with it you'll quickly and easily make delicious, fiber-filled noodles. Yield: 4 servings Here's what you need: 4 zucchini, ends trimmed and run … [Read more...]
I know a lot of lazy people. People who would rather spend the day planted on their couch than anywhere else. People who choose take-out over home cooked, every night of the week. People who would rather have a root canal than go do a workout. Sure, I know that we all have our occasional lazy day on the couch, but lately it seems that more and more people are turning laziness into a … [Read more...]
Personal Chef Christina Dimacali Revealed Her Healthy Cooking Secrets Healthy, delicious food doesn't have to take forever to prepare and you don't have to be a chef to prepare it. Try these scrumptous recipes for busy weeknight cooking (my personal favorites are the Veggie Fried Rice - who knew vegetarian could taste so good - I like it with chicken too).. Christina provides … [Read more...]
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