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Plank Pushup
A great exercise for improving core strength and upper body strength while working on balance. This one is harder than it looks! I love combining a lot of different things in one exercise. It makes your workout much more fun, … Continue reading
What I LOVE right now! Quinoa, Chia Seeds and Blueberries!
Three great recipes using these foods that I love! Recommend on Facebook Share on Linkedin Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Tell a friend
Superfood Salad from Jour de Fete
So Delicious! This salad is full of wonderful superfoods that are packed with antioxidants and phytochemicals that can help to prevent cancer and heart disease. Bon Apetit! Nappa Cabbage, finely chopped Kale, finely chopped Cherry Tomatoes Blueberries Edamame Gogi Berries … Continue reading
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Fall Soup
Fall Sweet Potato Soup • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into medium chunks • 1 firm apple, such as Gala or Jonagold, peeled, cored and quartered • 1 yellow onion, peeled and quartered • 2 whole cloves garlic, … Continue reading
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Are smoothies really good for you?
My clients always ask me “Are smoothies really good for you? Aren’t they high calorie, high carbohdrate treats? The answer is YES! Smoothies are good for you! They are packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and powerful phytochemicals that can improve your … Continue reading
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Mediterranean Recipe
Lemon Basil Shrimp and Pasta A zesty one-pot pasta dish is complete after tossing with capers, basil, olive oil, and lemon juice. Serve with focaccia or crusty baguette. Yield: 4 servings 3 quarts water 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti 1 pound … Continue reading
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Cranberry Walnut Tabouleh
Mediterranean Recipe Cranberry Walnut Tabbouleh 1 cup bulgur wheat 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries 1 cup boiling water 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup minced red onion 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted 2 tablespoons … Continue reading
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New Year, New You?
New Year – New You? As we enter into a new year, it is common to look ahead to the future with hope, excitement, expectations, and of course- resolutions! Will 2010 be the year that I lose that last extra … Continue reading
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Healthy Holiday Gift Ideas
Healthy Holiday Gift Ideas Get a jumpstart on your fitness and wellness wishes with some gifts that will invigorate your family, friends, and yourself. As we all know, the best gifts are often those that are meaningful, heartfelt, and useful. … Continue reading
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Couscous, Sweet Potato, and Blackbean Salad
Choose this lime-basil-infused salad—with chunks of beta-carotene-laced sweet potatoes and tender, high-fiber, protein-rich black soybeans—for a healthy meatless main dish you can have on the table in 15 minutes. Preparation Time: 10 minutes minutes Cooking Time: 5 minutes minutes 3/4 … Continue reading
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