Your legs are responsible for jumping, running, kicking, walking and a myriad of other activities. Your legs are a powerhouse and a mechanism for literally getting you where you want to go. To keep your legs in top shape, you must take care of them. Walking and running are good for you and the main…
Though everyone’s idea of “comfort food” may be different, pretty much everyone would agree that mac and cheese would be on the list. And probably toward the top of that list too. But fear not – you CAN have your mac and cheese and eat it too. Guilt-free. This version is just as cheesy, indulgent…
In the battle against flab, there has been a long-standing heated debate between strength training or cardio to determine which method is best for losing weight and getting toned. Despite the popular misconception of the past that men should pump iron while women don their leotards for an aerobics class, it is now becoming clearer…
This is one book you CAN judge by its cover. This pretty and appealing salad is as delicious as it looks. And even better? It’s healthy AND filling. Nutrient-packed quinoa is tossed into a hearty salad of kale, zucchini and edamame. The veggies are sautéed in a bit of olive oil, onion and garlic for…
Rather than rely on the scale or the fit of your skinny jeans, it can actually be much more effective to monitor your weight loss and physical progress through snapping selfies. Taking a workout selfie as a visual for inspiration is essential to capture your results without being discouraged by numbers. Hopping on the scale…
When one thinks of enchiladas, the words “healthy” and “nutritional” are not the first that come to mind. And rightly so – between the tortillas, the refried beans and often-copious amounts of cheese, traditional enchiladas are best enjoyed sparingly. Still, it’s hard to resist all that spicy, cheesy goodness, which is why this recipe is…
Let’s get this leg day started! A quick video of me doing my leg day workout at the gym. If you have any questions please ask me in the comments below, I’m more than happy to answer them.
It seems, too often, that our food choices fall into one of two categories: 1.Healthy. 2.Delicious. But why must these two be mutually exclusive? Yes, everything in moderation. And yes, we should all be eating more fruits, veggies, legumes and lean proteins. But life is all about balance. And when it comes to eating, that…
Have you noticed that there are those times of day when all you can think about is getting something to eat? We’re not talking about regular mealtimes here like lunch and dinner, but rather, those “in between moments” – mid-morning, late afternoon, 10 at night. And those are also the times when we’re more inclined…
Rice pilaf is probably not one of the more exciting dishes around. And yet it is a classic, never-fail comfort food. It always delivers, goes with anything and is reliably familiar. But if you’re trying to reduce your intake of simple carbs, and are looking to boost the nutritional value of even your side dishes,…
