31 Flavors of Protein Shakes
Mar19

31 Flavors of Protein Shakes

Protein is an essential macronutrient for building lean muscle mass and so there’s no disputing the fact that protein shakes are an important tool for fitness gains and fat loss.  Not only does a protein shake meal replacement take only a few minutes to prepare, it keeps you on point with your nutrition while making it easy to avoid unhealthy fast food alternatives for a quick meal. However, blending up the same combination of protein...

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Chicken and Butternut Squash Salad
Mar19

Chicken and Butternut Squash Salad

When working towards a fat loss goal it’s important to incorporate plenty of greens and lean protein into your diet, while removing starchy and grain-filled items. This Chicken and Butternut Squash Salad makes a really satisfying meal that will propel you towards your weight loss goals without making you feel like you’re missing out on tasty food 🙂 Servings: 6 Courtesy of RealHealthyRecipes.com Here’s what you need… 1 Butternut...

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A Case for The Burpee
Mar08

A Case for The Burpee

Oh, the dreaded burpee. We love to complain about this uniquely punishing movement, and try to avoid doing them as much as possible. But have you ever stopped to wonder where the burpee came from and why this torturous exercise is a favorite of fitness professionals across the globe? Burpees: A Short History Royal H. Burpee was a physiologist in New York City in 1939. He invented the first version of the burpee as a part of a fitness...

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Using the Scale for Weight Loss
Mar08

Using the Scale for Weight Loss

Have you been getting on your scale while stuck at home? Or are you afraid of what it might say? When working towards a fat loss goal the question arises of how to best utilize the scale. Do you step on everyday, meticulously tracking the ups and downs? Do you jump on it once a week, keeping your mind off the number most days? Or do you skip the scale altogether and simply navigate your transformation using the markers of how you...

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Homemade Almond Butter
Mar05

Homemade Almond Butter

A spoonful of homemade almond butter on banana is a fantastic pre-workout snack. It’s also delicious added to a protein shake or slathered on sliced apples. By blending your own almond butter at home you’re enjoying pure, unadulterated almonds and sea salt without the added sugars and preservatives found in many store bought brands. Enjoy! Servings: 20 Courtesy of RealHealthyRecipes.com   Here’s what you need… 3 cups roasted,...

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Strawberry Spinach Salad
Feb15

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Refreshing! That is the first word that comes to mind from a blissful bite of this salad. With fresh baby spinach, tender caramelized onions, sweet juicy strawberries and crunchy sliced almonds, this salad is a minefield of pleasurable flavors. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the goodness of greens. Servings: 8 Courtesy of RealHealthyRecipes.com Here’s what you need… For the Fresh Tarragon Dressing: ¼ cup olive oil 3 Tablespoons...

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Easy Ways to Look Younger
Feb15

Easy Ways to Look Younger

As much as you may want it, you simply can’t turn back the hands of time. This can be frustrating the signs of aging begin to set in. The good news is that by adding a few anti-aging tweaks and habits to your routine it’s quite possible to look younger, healthier and more vibrant than ever before. And, no, you don’t need surgeries, injections or expensive lotions or potions to look years younger than you do today! Anti-Aging Habit #1:...

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Turkey Snack Meatballs
Feb10

Turkey Snack Meatballs

Wholesome snacking can be just as quick, simple and convenient as junk food snacking. Really! All it takes is a little bit of forethought. Make a batch of these Turkey Snack Meatballs on the weekend to set you up for a week filled with smart, healthy snacking. And just like that you take another giant step towards that leaner, healthier, more energetic you. The best version of you. Servings: 20 Courtesy of RealHealthyRecipes.com...

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