I did not buy a single box of Thin Mints this cookie season. Who says I can't avoid temptation? I love them but I eat way too many. But there is something so refreshing about minty chocolate. I always need help when it comes to my cravings. My sweet tooth is my undoing when it comes to my health and fitness goals. Got a soft spot for Andes? No problem. Can't stay away … [Read more...]
Yummy Healthy Snacks: 20 Super Tasty Chia Pudding Recipes
Cha cha cha chia! Just about every year, my sister gives me a chia something for Christmas. One year I got a Chia Duck Dynasty head. Another year, a Chia Zombie. Who knew that these fun novelty gifts would one day be outed as a "superfood?" These days I add chia seeds to my smoothies. However, there is another delicious way to enjoy the benefits of chia - in tasty chia … [Read more...]
Homemade Chocolate Raspberry Protein Pudding Cups
Ready to Drink Protein shakes are a quick and easy healthy snack idea. I toss them in a little lunch cooler for a quick snack when I am out and about. But as much as I love them, I admit they can get boring when you drink them every day. So I find other ways to enjoy my protein while at home. I love to have my protein as a nice, smooth protein pudding! I have a sweets … [Read more...]
Easy Low Carb Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe
I usually make my kids dinner and then make myself my "healthy" dinner. As an adult, I have different macronutrient needs than the children do so I don't limit their carbohydrates like I do my own. Even my macronutrient needs change. (I don't eat the same way when I am not regularly lifting weights as I do when I am.) I am not on a "diet" per se. I don't follow … [Read more...]
10 Easy Paleo Recipes for every meal!
Where do you fall on the fitness scale? You are probably always on the go. I bet you can carry babies and all.the.things at the same time. That takes stamina and strength, right? Me? I am fit-ish. I sport a "dun lapped" along with my muscles -- my belly done lapped over my jeans. Do you know how frustrating it is to know that you can lift more weight that some of the dads … [Read more...]