I love long weekends. In a perfect world there would be 1 or 2 long weekends a month. I think that would be just enough to appreciate the extra day without taking it for granted. :)With the 3-day weekend ahead and nice weather on the docket people … [Read more...]
5 Healthy & Delicious Ways to Enjoy Oatmeal!
Tired of the same old breakfast or forcing down the same boring oatmeal every day? Try the combos below...YUM!Bananas, Walnuts & CinnamonBerries (Blueberries, Strawberries and/or Blackberries) & AlmondsPeanut butterApples, Raisins & … [Read more...]
Muffin Top Monday
Hands down, the most common question I get from women is "How do I get rid of my muffin top?"Ladies, I have some bad news. All the crunches and sit-ups in the world are not going to rid you of the dreaded muffin top. In fact, if you sit at a desk … [Read more...]
Post Workout Protein Shakes
Step 1: Incorporate some lean protein into each meal.Step 2: Follow your workouts with a shake.In order to get everything you can from your workout you have to replenish your body with a combination of protein and carbs to ensure recovery. After your … [Read more...]
Are You ‘Pro-Protein’?
I've been trying to figure out where to start on the topic of protein. I could post on this every day so I'm gonna try to break it up into a few sections. There are some really easy (and delicious) ways add protein into your diet, but so many women … [Read more...]
Year Three Begins
What an awesome weekend up at the lake! My husband, Mike, and I got to spend tons of quality time together and as a bonus we got to hang out with my parents a little too. (They are the best!) Year three has begun and like I said in my last post, it's … [Read more...]
Celebrating 2 Years of Marriage!
It's hard to believe that this weekend my husband and I will celebrate 2 years of marriage. I am truly blessed with an amazing husband who challenges me and constantly makes me a better person.I have heard that the first year of marriage is the … [Read more...]
Interval Momma
Since this past weekend was mother's day, I'll just tell you a bit about my mom…we'll call her Interval Momma. :) We used to go on family vacations and my dad, my sister and I would all want to go running before we started the day. My mom … [Read more...]
Weekend motivation
A few quick things... 1. Do you need some motivation to work out today or this weekend? Check out this interesting photo I found of two body scans. One is a women who is 120 pounds and the other is a women at 250 pounds. I know it certainly made … [Read more...]
Become a Viking!
My husband, Mike, and I spent a week at my parent's condo in Laconia, NH between Christmas and New Years (yes, we are beyond lucky to have a vacation home that we don't pay the mortgage on!). We brought a few Kettlebells and some warm running clothes … [Read more...]