The Best Way To Get Your Ski Legs Back, Is To Go Down The Hill!
I got coerced into my first ski of the season yesterday and it was amazing. Fresh powder, good visibility and with my hot pockets stuffed into my gloves and boots, it wasn’t even that cold! My first run of the day had to be my favourite twisty, turny moguley run right under the […]
I Saw A Young Man In The Gym Today And Wanted To Cry! **Update**!
**Update on the bottom** It was a regular gym day for me. I was running through my routine, the same motions I do every time I go. I set up my little station in the corner and got the equipment that I needed. In between my sets I chatted with the regulars, all of us […]
HOW TO STICK WITH YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM ONCE AND FOR ALL!
How many times has it been? How many times has it been that you’ve started an exercise program and diet? How many times have you been successful? And how many times have you fallen off the wagon, gained weight and stopped going to the gym all together? What makes you think you can do it […]
Buffalo Chicken Crockpot!
Buffalo Chicken Crockpot I am loving the fall crockpot recipes these days! So easy and so tasty. Spending just a few minutes to plan the night before is so much less annoying than throwing together something the last minute. This buffalo chicken can be served in a variety of ways, so you can have it […]
The Benefits of Moving Daily
The Benefits of Moving Daily Did you know that increased physical activity is one of the best predictors of LONG-TERM success is weight reduction? If you want to keep your weight down and be fit for life, you’ve got to MOVE DAILY! The benefits of exercise are many. We are likely aware of what the […]
Paleo Pumpkin Pancakes!
It is our tradition over Thanksgiving and Christmas to crack out the pumpkin pancake recipes! Of course, our traditional recipes are full of sugar. The homemade buttermilk syrup on top is TO DIE FOR, but the recipe starts with 1 cup of refined sugar, and 1/4 cup corn syrup! Eeeek! I watched the documentary Fed […]
Coconut Raspberry Lime Popscicles
I like a nice cold treat just as much as the next gal 😉 Here is a frozen delight that you can sink your teeth into, guilt free! This recipe couldn’t be easier! Recipe: (yields 3 bars) Blend together for coconut layer: 1/2 banana 1/2 can reduced fat coconut milk (for a creamier bar, use full […]
Healthy Chocolate Topped Coconut Mounds!
I’m a little obsessed with all things COCONUT right now! How about you? I enjoy sprinkling it in my oatmeal, Greek yogurt, and power protein balls and bars. I loved this simple recipe because I had all of the ingredients right there in my cupboard, so whipping up a batch when you feel like a […]
Coconut Cacao Nib Klondike Bar! (dairy-free, Paleo)
I’m saying this on screen….I probably shouldn’t have made these bars…but I did! It’s my son’s graduation in 3 weeks and I borrowed a Roberto Cavalli dress from a friend that I don’t want to just look good in…I want to look great! So, I decided to “dial it in” with my nutrition for the […]
3 Reasons I Recommend You Exercise With Friends
In my years as a trainer I have noticed a few things. Shocker eh? One thing that stands out time and again, is that people who work out with their friends have a good time. And I don’t just mean a “pleasant” time, but a gut-laughing, knee slapping, sometimes pee your pants (not mentioning any […]
