I think I always say this, but for real… This is one of my top favorite dinners! It’s delicious and easy to put together and the best part is you can opt to use a rotisserie chicken if you don’t have time to make your own! Here’s what you need: -cooked shredded chicken (you can make your own or use a rotisserie chicken) -fajita or taco seasoning -black beans -green chilis -cauliflower rice (optional) -your favorite tortillas (I use Ole…
Exercise is important. I’m always talking about getting our bodies moving! But when it comes to losing weight and reclaiming our health, we need to start in the kitchen. I tried to skip this step back when I first started this journey and it was like being on a Merry-Go-Round. I’d lose a few pounds then gain it back, sometimes more sometimes less, but I could never make any headway. When I started working on my nutrition and getting that…
Sharing one of my favorite winter soups today! I shared this recently on Instagram and it was a hit! I’ve been making this one for a long time, so long in fact I’m not sure where I found it, lol! As with all the recipes I make, I always tweak it to fit my own eating plan. That’s the beauty of macros! No matter what I happen to be working on at the time… weight loss, muscle gain, or just…
Working towards better fitness and improved overall health is not only good for you, it’s good for your family and the people we interact with on a day to day basis. It’s a foundational piece of our Self-Care routine. In today’s world we hear about Self-Care all the time and I think that can mean a variety of things to different people. To start with I’d like to share with you how I define Self-Care: Self-Care is: “doing the things…
When we talk about getting healthy, we are usually talking about exercise or nutrition, but do you know something that’s just as important as both of those things? Sleep. Yes, sleep is just as important as good nutrition and exercise. But how often are we actually getting “Good Sleep”? In this day and age, it seems to be all about getting things done. We’re rising early, getting the kids off to school, getting ourselves off to a full day of…
These are so good! I found this recipe from Unbound Wellness and then made a few substitutions to make it work for my macros. Click the link to check out her blog. She’s got tons of great recipes to try! Ingredients: 1 lb raw ground turkey 2 cups shredded carrots 1/2 cup shredded onions 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp flour 2 tsp dried parsley 2 tsp dried chives 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp dried dill 1 tsp onion…
Here’s how I do it: Pick your proteins: I usually pick 2-3 proteins to serve over 4-5 days. This week will be Chicken and Ground Turkey. Plan your meals and gather your ingredients: Spring Chicken Salad, Turkey Tacos, Turkey Poppers, Buffalo Chicken Wraps, and Chicken & Spinach Pizzas for dinner. Overnight Oats for breakfast. Prepare your ingredients: Prepare enough Chicken and Turkey for your meals and while those are working you can cut your veggies for the week, place in…
If you know or follow me at all, you will undoubtedly hear me go on about how much I LOVE eggs! My favorite meal is breakfast but I can (and do) eat eggs for lunch and dinner too! I also won’t mention any names but someone in my house is a pretty picky eater and even he loves this Frittata. It’s definitely a crowd pleaser! What you need: 33g Flour 1 Tsp Salt 1 Tsp Baking Powder 30 Tbs Liquid…
Ever wonder what people are talking about when they say, “they’re tracking their Macros”? There are many different ways to eat healthy, “Tracking Macros” is just one of those ways. For me, it’s been the easiest and most efficient way to make sure I’m eating for my “all around” health. By that I mean, I eat to fuel my body according to my goals and I also occasionally enjoy treats and comfort food which we all know is good for…
Here are some tips to help you maintain your progress over the holidays: Prepare early- If you’ll be eating out at dinner or eating at a party where all kinds of treats will be served, be sure to eat a healthy breakfast and lunch. Add in extra protein and lower your fat intake earlier in the day. Make a plan- Decide what or how many treats you’re going to enjoy before you go. This goes for drinks as well. Decide…
Did you realize that from today we have 59 days left in 2020? Even though I’d like to just smile and say, “See Ya”! I’m determined to finish this year well. I have a fitness goal that I’d like to see before the end of this year—That way, when I look back at 2020 I can say, “You know what? I had a goal that crazy year and I smashed it!” What about you? Have you thought about how you’d…
Awhile back, I did an Instagram post on my favorite fiber rich foods. I wanted to share it with someone today, only I can’t find it now. So, I thought I’d just write a blog post and it’ll be easier to find in the future, lol! Do what works people. 🙂 Anyway, fiber is important to our daily diet for a variety of reasons. First of all, it helps with digestion and who doesn’t want all that working properly? Am…
Thinking you want to work on creating a healthier lifestyle? Here are 3 places for you to start! 1. Mindset Start here. If you want to improve your health, you have to change the way you think about health. -It’s NECESSARY to take care of yourself, not self-indulgent. We have this one body to do all the things that need to be done. As a mom, wife, employee, business owner- it’s in everyone’s best interest to make sure we’re working…
One of my favorite fall dishes is Chicken Salad with Tomato Basil soup. My husband and I had a favorite restaurant we used to visit that served both of these, but they closed awhile ago so I started making them myself at home. I’m not going to lie, I haven’t quite figured out a perfect recipe for the soup yet! I think I add something different every time I make it or I opt for a “premade” version. The Chicken…
One of the things I love about my gym is that we all love to eat good food! We’re always trying new things, sharing recipes and even bringing in treats for each other to try out. This is one of our girls Homemade Granola recipe. It’s so good and easy to put together that I asked Maria if I could share it with you!! So here’s what you’ll need: 1 ½ cup Oats ½ cup Coconut Flakes ½ cup Slivered…
Are you a creature of habit? I am. My training partner and I joke all the time about how we can only work out in our self-designated areas. You know, the certain spot in the gym where you have been working out every day for the last 3 or 4 years, lol. I’m the same way in the local coffee shop where I work. I was running a little late this morning and when I got here, there was someone…
I think I’ve said it once or twice (or a hundred) times, how much I love eggs. I eat them all the time! And this is a recipe I make quite often. We have it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner too. My husband is a pretty picky eater and he really enjoys this one, so it’s a crowd pleaser for sure! Here’s what you need: Egg whites: 460g Eggs: 2 Shredded Cheddar Cheese: 84g Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: 112g Cottage Cheese:…
Chocolate for breakfast? Yes, please! They don’t have to be for breakfast, but why not? Skinny Double Chocolate Banana Muffins Ingredients: *3 medium ripe bananas, mashed *1/4 c honey *1 tsp vanilla *1 large egg *2 Tbs liquid coconut oil *1/2 c plain greek yogurt *1 c whole grain millet flour (you can use different flour) *1/2 c unsweetened cocoa powder *1 tsp baking soda *1/4 tsp salt *1/2 c chocolate chips, divided (I used dark chocolate chips) Directions: Preheat…
Hey there and HAPPY FRIDAY! I thought I’d talk a little bit about some of the weight loss programs out there today. There are so many options, it can be mind- numbing. If you’re wanting to take charge of your health but aren’t really sure where to start, below you’ll find a quick overview of some of the eating plans that are popular today. Remember, eating healthy is not a “One size fits All”. We’re all different and what works…
Sometimes you just need to eat a cookie. But just because I need a cookie doesn’t mean I have to throw out all reason, LOL! So I decided to make these a little lighter to fit my eating plan. I’ll add in the calories and macros at the bottom! It’s important to note that sometimes I make regular chocolate chip cookies. Remember, food is not good or bad-it’s just food. I just wanted to try my hand at making…
I hope your Memorial Day was wonderful! We are slowly getting back to “somewhat” more normal days here in Indiana. Summer is here and our weather was beautiful yesterday! It was a great day to be outside! Now that the holiday weekend is over, it’s back to the grind! I’m posting a new workout that you can do at home since it’s going to be a little longer before our gyms start opening back up. Be safe and remember to…
4 ROUNDS/1 MINUTE REST BETWEEN ROUNDS Round 1: 20 seconds-Jumping Jacks 10 seconds-rest 20 seconds-Push Ups 10 seconds-rest Repeat for 4 minutes Then: rest 1 minute Round 2: 20 seconds-Burpees 10 seconds-rest 20 seconds-Flutter Kicks 10 seconds-rest Repeat for 4 minutes Then: rest 1 minute Round 3: 20 seconds-Mountain Climbers 10 seconds-rest 20 seconds-Air Squats 10 seconds-rest Repeat for 4 minutes Then: rest 1 minute Round 4: 20 seconds-Sit Ups 10 seconds-rest 20 seconds-Jump Rope 10 seconds-rest Repeat for 4…
Joanna Gaines shared this really easy and delicious soup from her new cook book on Instagram and it’s one I’ll make again and again! This recipe was great to make while quarantined because you can easily sub other ingredients if you have trouble finding the ones listed. When I watched her make it, she subbed Butter beans instead of Cannellini because it was what she had at the time. I didn’t have fresh basil or parsley so I used dried…
This is a recipe I make all the time. It’s so easy and versatile and it tastes great! If you want something you can just throw in and forget about, this is it! It’s perfect for the weekend! As always, I modify recipes to fit my own diet. You can find the original recipe on “The Real Food Dietitians” Blog . Be sure to check them out! Ingredients: 2 lbs Chicken Breasts 4 oz can of Fire Roasted Green Chilies…
Happy Hump Day! Wait, it is Wednesday, right? Or Tuesday? Monday? Oh well…whatever day it is, I hope you all are safe and sound while “Sheltering in Place”. Joking aside, we need some ideas for keeping active at home! I’ve been posting a few workouts on my Instagram over the last few weeks and thought I’d expand and add some to the blog. Most of you have kids at home too, so take these and get your kids moving too!…
Let’s talk snacks for a minute! When you’re trying to eat healthier, this can be a real stumbling block. Fresh fruit and veggies are a good go to, but sometimes you just want something different and so you might be tempted to reach for some pre-packaged options. While there are some smarter options available, the easy stuff is often full of ingredients we’d rather avoid. When meal prepping for the week, why not prep a few snacks as well? These…
Hellooooooo! I’m back!! I took a bit of a break after Christmas. Life gets crazy sometimes and you just gotta go with the flo… so that’s what I did. I want to share this Banana Bread recipe I made recently. It’s really delicious. This is about the best macro friendly Banana Bread I’ve ever tried! I found this recipe on Instagram @sweetandspicymacros . If you need macro friendly recipes, you definitely want to go follow her! Protein Banana Bread Ingredients:…
December gets a little crazy with all the activities! Can I get an AMEN?! With all the school programs, parties and family gatherings it can get a little hard to get to the gym. If that’s you this month, I thought I’d share a few workouts you can do at home. All of these workouts require no equipment so all you need is a little time (and room) to get them in. Remember, all these workouts can be modified to…
Hey there! How was your Thanksgiving? I hope it was filled with family, friends, and wonderful food!I got to spend the day before with my mom, shopping and cooking. By now you’re probably completely “done with cooking” for awhile and over the turkey leftovers. I really only spent a couple of days prepping and cooking for Thanksgiving but it sure felt longer, lol! It’s always a lot of work but it’s fun work! So, on to something non-turkey related! Oh…
I have a huge sweet tooth and I’m always trying to find something a little healthier to enjoy. My training partner gave me this recipe and it is SO GOOD! My grandson loves to help me in the kitchen so we made these brownies last week and he loved them too! Happy Monday! Black Bean Avocado Brownies Ingredients: 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed well and drained ½ c unsweetened cocoa powder 3 eggs ¼ c coconut oil (melted)…
Happy Monday! I hope you all had a relaxing weekend! Summer is quickly coming to an end (no matter how hard I wish it not to be). I will however; enjoy every last second of this wonderful warm weather! There’s still plenty of cookouts to be had and even if you’re eating indoors this Cucumber Watermelon salad is about as refreshing as it gets! I’ll just admit it right here that I’m on social media entirely too much but as…
Happy Tuesday! I thought I’d take today and share a tip with you that just makes my life easier and the easier the better, right?! I love to buy fresh produce but with only 2 people at my house most of the time, my produce always seems to go bad before I can use it all. Before it expires, I cut up whatever it may be and freeze it! SO EASY! Freeze blueberries, blackberries, etc. Cut up bananas or zucchini,…
“BASELINE” WOD For Time: 500 m row 40 air squats 30 sit ups 20 push ups 10 pull ups One of the aspects of Crossfit that has really been beneficial for me is tracking my progress. Getting healthy is a process and there are all kinds of tools that really help. Logging your workouts is a great one. Just as logging your food is important so you know what you’re actually taking in every day, the same holds true for…
Throw Back to my Childhood! So the other day I was thinking about a dish my mom used to make when I was a kid, that I loved… I don’t know what the actual name of it was, but we called it Wild Rice & hamburger. My mom was the queen of cost conscience meals and this one was a staple at our house and it heartily fed all 6 of us! This was one of my favorites! Anyway, I…
Baked Apples with Ice-Cream Does anything scream SUMMER better than ice-cream? I don’t think so and this one is so easy that every now and then I literally just throw it together. Unless you’re counting your macros or calories, you can just “eyeball it” on the measurements (as my mom would say) . I’m sharing how I lighten mine up though, the brands listed aren’t sponsored, they’re just what I like. Here’s what you need: Apples (I like to use…
Honey Garlic Steak Bites Yum! These steak bites from @healthy.foodyss are delicious (go give them a follow)! And another great thing about these is that they’ll satisfy picky eaters at your house! (Not saying I have any of those at my house, lol… but…) Ingredients: 1.5 lbs. sirloin steak cut into 1 inch cubes 1/3 cup soy sauce 3 Tbsp honey 3 garlic cloves, minced (I used 1 Tbsp. minced garlic) green onions or sesame seeds, for garnish…
Happy Monday! I hope you’re off to a great week! If you need an idea for dinner tonight, let me help! Here’s a great recipe I found on Instagram. When I came across it, I knew immediately I had to try it out. The dip is so simple and it just screams Summer! These skewers are perfect for grilling but I don’t grill a lot (that’s my husband’s department) and I’m not afraid to switch things up and make these…
Happy Wednesday! How’s your week going? I don’t know about you but I feel like life has been moving at high speed lately. Sometimes I’m not totally sure if I’m coming or going. If that’s you too and you just can’t get to the gym as much as you’d like, here’s a simple workout you can do at home or almost anywhere for that matter. You can get this in without any equipment whatsoever and you can adjust the volume…
Spring is here (more or less) and I’m getting excited for warm weather, cook-outs and all the summer dishes! Right now, I’m in the mood for some Corn Salsa!! It’s delicious and easy to prepare. It’s also one of my favorite things to take to summer cook-outs and family picnics! Here’s what you will need: 4-5 On the Vine Tomatoes (diced) 1-1½ C. Frozen Corn 1 Small Onion (diced) ½ Jalapeno (take the seeds out & dice) 3 Tbls. Lemon…
Egg Roll in a Bowl Happy Hump Day! It’s been a little crazy around my house so I’ve been away from the blog for a bit. I’m glad to be back. I am currently sitting in one of my favorite coffee shops (if you live in Indy, you need to check them out) and ready to write! So guess what? I’m sharing a recipe today and it’s NOT chicken! I’m a creature of habit and I do eat a lot…
This is a simple but effective little workout for the weekend and you can do it anywhere. You can actually put anything in place of the burpees here. Death by pushups, death by kettle bell swings, death by pull ups… you get it. This is a good one! Death by Burpees Every Minute on the Minute (EMOM) you add a burpee. Minute 1: 1 burpee Minute 2: 2 burpees Minute 3: 3 burpees and so on and so on… until…
Changing your lifestyle can be overwhelming. When we think of getting healthy we assume we need to eat less and work out more. While it’s true that you can’t outwork a bad diet, we also need to move. It can be daunting but it doesn’t have to be. There are many things we can change in our daily life to help ourselves to be less sedentary. When we’re thinking about being healthier, we need to think about moving more.…
Happy Monday, I hope you had a wonderful weekend! I thought I’d share one of my family’s favorite recipes with you today and guess what? It’s not chicken!! We eat A LOT of chicken at my house because it’s good and because it’s lower in fat. This Sunday though, we had Beef Short Rib Tacos. I typically eat red meat only once a week, though some weeks it could be more. These particular tacos have a significantly higher fat content…
Need a mid-week workout? Here’s one to get you going! As always, remember to modify where needed. If you need help with modification options, I posted a few below. You can also shoot me a note if you need more suggestions. Hump Day Work out 20 minute EMOM (Every Minute on the Minute) Minute 1: pushups (40 seconds) Minute 2: tuck crunches (40 seconds) Minute 3: box jumps or jump squats (30 seconds) Minute 4: rest *notes: -your time…
Meal Prepping How’s your week going? It’s still cold here in Indy but Spring is coming!! This morning I noticed the sun was up (YAY!!) when I left for workout. That feels amazing! I’ve had some of you ask how I do my food prep for the week, so I thought I’d share my routine with you. There’s no “one way” that you need to do this. Experiment to see what works best for you and your schedule and then…
I’ve been thinking about something this week, Discomfort. Most of us try to avoid it at all costs don’t we? But we need it. When do we grow? When we’re comfortable? No, never. Unless we start experiencing some discomfort somewhere we have no reason to even think about doing something different. Growth comes from working through things, uncomfortable things, hard things. We deal with discomfort in every area of our lives; physical, relational, emotional, spiritual, etc… The physical has probably…
Remember I told you I was adding something new to my overnight oats? Well, I’ve seen some recipes lately that include greek yogurt so I thought I’d give it a try. Adding greek yogurt does a couple of things: It adds protein which is a plus for me, as I’m always trying to figure out ways to get more protein in my diet. It completely changes the texture of overnight oats. This could be a good thing or a bad…
It’s a new week, time to get after it! This is such a simple and great workout! It can be modified to any level of fitness. I always kind of cringe at the workouts on the board that “look” simple. Yeah, it’s simple but it gets dicey REALLY quick. But if you want a good workout this will fit the bill. Make sure you warm up before you start and you might want to get some poker chips to keep…
Chicken Pot Pie Soup I feel like I’m always talking about comfort food but let’s face it, comfort food is what it’s all about, right? This is comfort food at it’s best! This Chicken Pot Pie Soup is really healthy and will hit the spot! It’s good served by itself or you can serve it with bread as well. Here’s what you need: 1 lb. Chicken Breasts *Sprinkled with Season Salt, I use Lawry’s 1 can of Healthy Request Cream…
So, I may have jumped off the wagon just a bit today to make these yummy Super Bowl treats. They are absolutely NOT low calorie but they are made with good, healthy ingredients. Every now and then you just want to have a treat and these will fit the bill. In an earlier post about developing better eating habits, I talked about the “80/20 rule”. We want to eat sensibly 80% of the time and then occasionally (20%) we can…
Well, it’s Monday again. I hope you had a fun & restful weekend. Ours started off with a “2 Year Old’s” Star Wars birthday party on Friday night. It was definitely fun. Restful… not so much! I thought today I’d share something a little personal with you. I’ve been thinking all month and praying for a “Word”. Have you all heard of that? It’s where you pick one word or a phrase to really focus & work on during the…
Good morning, I hope you had a wonderful weekend! Over here in the Midwest we’re getting slammed with winter. I guess I shouldn’t be surprised since it is January but I could go for some 70 degree weather right about now. One good thing about winter weather is I’m generally ready to start my workout just so I can get warm! So with that in mind, here’s a workout to get you going this week: *Always remember to warm up…
Ok, let’s talk snacks! Below you’ll find a list of my favorite “go to” snacks. When I’m meal prepping, I’ll decide my main meals and then figure out what kind of snacks I need according to what’s lacking in my macros. Whatever eating plan you’re following, it’s going to be better to PLAN AHEAD. I find that if it’s on “My Fitness Pal” I can easily just follow along with what’s there. The less I have to think about it…
Here’s a great Marinara Sauce I’ve been making for years! I throw everything in the crockpot and 8 hours later you’re whole house will smell divine! It’s so good & healthy! I made it last weekend to go along with Chicken Parmesan & Pasta but there are many different things you can do with this Marinara! If you follow me on Instagram, I posted a pic of a bowl of Shrimp Primavera that I made with it (minus the pasta,…
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season and are ready to hit it hard in 2019! I spent a couple of days out of town and was able to use the hotel fitness center to get my workouts in while I was away. There’s nothing wrong with taking a few days off from your training & occasionally I will take some time off, but I usually go knowing I’ll try to get something in even if…
Need an energy snack to throw in your bag for the gym? These protein balls are delicious and they’re perfect for Christmas time! I found these at “Butter Addict Gone Paleo”. As usual, I switched up the recipe to fit my needs but you can find the original recipe by clicking on the link above. I love this recipe & it’s very versatile. Just think of all the goodies you could add to this! Peanut butter, Cocoa, Almond flavoring, Espresso….…
Let’s talk goals: are you a goal setter? I never was before I started trying to get healthy. It’s not that I thought it was silly or anything, I just didn’t think it was a big deal to set them. I’d occasionally make lists and then promptly lose & forget them, lol! But you know what? I’ve found that unless I’m intentional about what I want, the days just seem to come and go and nothing much really happens. Now,…
Do you struggle getting your fruits and veggies in? I used to, but now that I log my food & keep track of my macros, it’s a little easier. I found this recipe awhile ago and I modified it a little, because I like mine a little sweeter. Sweets are my nemesis, but we all have our struggles, right?! Anyway, it’s really good & super easy. If you’ve been reading my blog, you know I’m ALL about easy, lol! Here’s…
Happy Monday!! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! I know it’s not technically winter yet, but our weather is giving me definite “WINTER VIBES” !! Time to get in the gym and get warmed up 🙂 Here are a couple of new workouts to get you moving! First thing: AMRAP stands for “AS MANY REPS AS POSSIBLE” **In the first WOD (workout of the day) you have 15 minutes to complete as many reps as possible, so start with your burpees…
Today is ALL about EASY!! I love Chicken Bacon Ranch Wraps and these are delicious!! When you prep your protein ahead of time, putting these wraps together is really easy. Here’s what you’ll need: 3oz. Cooked Chicken Breast (sliced thinly) 1 Cooked Slice of Bacon 14g Shredded Cheddar Cheese 3 Cherry Tomatoes (sliced) 30ml Opa Ranch Dressing (I love this stuff!) 1 Mission Whole Wheat Tortilla I warmed my chicken, bacon, & tortilla up and then put everything together. So…
Do you ever go to the pantry & just stand there and stare? You’re hungry but have no idea what to make. That used to happen to me all the time. It still does occasionally, but for the most part I’ve been able to avoid this by making sure I have good food in the pantry. Being prepared when it comes to eating is half the battle. I’ve always had much better days when I’ve taken the time to prepare…
Almost every weekend our family gets together for a big Sunday dinner & one Sunday, my son brought Japanese Sweet Potatoes. He roasted them with garlic & black pepper & they were a total hit! To me, they taste like a sweet potato with more of the consistency of a white potato. They look similar to a sweet potato but are white on the inside. You can prepare them like a traditional sweet potato with cinnamon & sweetener, but I…
My training partner shared this recipe with me several years ago & I make it quite often! I’ve changed it up a bit for my liking. The original recipe uses spicy tomatoes & you can find it at Kalyn’s Kitchen. It’s great for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Baked Eggs Skillet with Avocado and Fire Roasted Tomatoes INGREDIENTS: 1 can Fire Roasted tomatoes 1 can diced green chiles 1 ripe avocado, sliced lengthwise into 10 slices 4 eggs Salt & Pepper…
Today I thought I’d share a Classic Crossfit Workout with you! Crossfit has several classic workouts that are named after women: Annie, Fran, Cindy, Grace… and there are many more. In Crossfit, we do them over & over, logging the weight when applicable & time it takes us to complete them. Over time you can track your progress. For Annie, you’ll need a jump rope & you might want a mat for your sit ups. Another piece of equipment that…
Happy Monday! Today I thought I’d share a few workouts that you can do at home. Even though I train at a gym, there are days when I’m traveling or I just can’t get there, so having something I can do at home (or on the road) is always helpful. WOD 1 (workout of the day) 14 minute EMOM (Every minute on the minute) ODD: 30 jumping jacks EVEN: 20 air squats WOD 2 4 or 5 Rounds for Time:…
It’s almost Halloween & the kids will have candy EVERYWHERE! If you’re like me, that temptation is a little too scary, so my solution is to have a treat available I can have instead of grabbing a handful of M&M’s 😉 You might think this an unusual ingredient for truffles, but trust me… these are delicious! I found this recipe at Nutrition To Fit. She has amazing recipes, you should definitely go check out her site!! Anyway, one thing to remember…
Have you ever heard the saying, “You can’t outwork a bad diet.” It’s true. I know, I’ve tried… LOL! In fact, even today, after all I’ve learned about eating healthy & how eating affects the way I feel, I still struggle at times. I struggle because I like sweets, A LOT. It’s my kryptonite. Let’s not even mention chocolate…. Can I get an AMEN??? But, as much as I love sweets, I really do like feeling well, better. So every…
You guys, it’s cold! Seriously! I feel like the only thing to do with this weather is put on my leggings & sweatshirt & make some soup! This Creamy Taco Soup will be on my menu this week! It’s so good & creamy, you’ll want to come back for seconds! Creamy Taco Soup: 3/4 cup onions 2/3 c green peppers 2/3 c red peppers -Sauté until tender, remove from pan & set aside: 16 oz ground turkey, cooked -Then to…
It’s that time of year again. Yesterday it was almost 90 degrees & tomorrow it’s going to be in the 50’s! As much as I love Fall, I’m sad to see Summer go, but at least with the cooler weather, we can pull our boots out of the back of the closet & enjoy some great comfort food!! When I was little, my mom used to make Beef Stroganoff & I LOVED it. I know most people eat stroganoff over…
Happy Monday! Here’s one of my favorite breakfast recipes. I’m all about quick & easy, but it still has to taste great & this checks off all the boxes! Oats are not only good, they’re really good for you & they’re a great carbohydrate. I used to never eat breakfast. I wasn’t hungry in the morning & all I wanted was some coffee & I thought I was good to go. NOT SO. It’s true, you need to eat breakfast.…
Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the cooler weather, fall colors, camp fires (ok, just in my backyard, I’m not much of a camper, lol!), & apple picking!! This is another super easy recipe that I found on pinterest a long time ago & I’ve been making it for get-togethers ever since. Apple Nachos are also really pretty, but it won’t take forever in the kitchen & if you’re trying to eat sensible, this a great “go…
Workout Recovery: You may have noticed after a really good workout you continue to feel it for a few days? There are a lot of things you can do to help with the muscle soreness that lingers. I thought I’d share a few of my favorites! Now, mind you; there are a ton of recovery options available, these are just a few that really work well for me! -Warm up before you start. Take time to get your muscles ready…
Who doesn’t love a good taco? I loooooove tacos!! All tacos… chicken, fish, shrimp, beef, hard, soft… you name it, I’ve never met a taco I didn’t like! These Shrimp Tacos with a Greek Yogurt Sauce are super-fast & easy, delicious & healthy too! And even better, this is one of those recipes that’s more of “to taste” than “exact amounts” so really, how easy can it get? You can use fresh shrimp or frozen as well. Frozen cooked shrimp…
Choosing to change my life and start a new season. Hello, & welcome to my blog! My name is Tabitha & I’m a retired photographer turned avid Crossfitter. After closing my studio a year & a half ago, I’ve thought often about starting a blog to share glimpses of my life and a few things I’m learning along the way about health and fitness. So here I go, ready or not! To start, let me share a little bit of…