Here’s How Goals Are Met
Jan29

Here’s How Goals Are Met

Do you have unmet goals?  You aren’t alone. In fact, most of us live with unfulfilled aspirations, which is why the self-help industry is booming.  Unfortunately, many widely used self-help techniques fail to deliver results. Case in point: You’ve probably heard of the “Yale Goal Study” where researchers were said to have interviewed the graduating Yale seniors in 1953, asking whether or not the students had written down specific...

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Here’s Why You’re Not Fit
Jan22

Here’s Why You’re Not Fit

You want to be fit.  You know how much you should weigh. You know your ideal pant size. You can even picture how great those skinny jeans will look. So why aren’t you living life in your ideal body? There are many complex reasons that make weight loss a challenge, reasons that go deeper than simply calories-in versus calories-out. I’m talking about the life issues that get in the way of your success. Read the following 5 obstacles and...

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Quinoa and Winter Squash Salad
Jan02

Quinoa and Winter Squash Salad

This recipe is another great way to enjoy protein-filled quinoa. Winter squash combined with celery, onion and parsley makes a healthy and comforting side dish. Servings: 10 Here’s what you need… 2 yellow onions, diced 4 celery stalks, diced 4 carrots, diced 2 cups diced squash, butternut or any other fall or winter squash 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup dash of freshly ground sea salt zest and juice from 1 lemon...

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Sesame Chopped Salad
Dec19

Sesame Chopped Salad

Here’s a new salad for a new year. Chopped salads are a fun departure from ordinary salads, and are so simple to make. Always add a side of lean protein for a perfect meal. Servings: 1 Ingredients: 1 cup cabbage 1 carrot 1 green onion 1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro 1 Tablespoon sliced almonds 2 teaspoons sesame low fat dressing ½ cup cooked chicken breast Instructions: Chop the cabbage, carrot, onion and cilantro into very small pieces....

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Sprouted Grain French Toast
Dec19

Sprouted Grain French Toast

Just because you gave up white bread and sugar doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a delicious plate of French Toast! This recipe is made with sprouted grain bread, egg whites and protein-packed Greek yogurt. The whole family will love it. Servings: 5 Ingredients: 5 slices cinnamon raisin, sprouted grain bread 1 cup egg whites 6 oz fat free, Greek yogurt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon dash of salt Optional:...

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5 Foods You Should Never Eat
Dec19

5 Foods You Should Never Eat

The world of fitness and fat loss is often confusing, with contradictory information swirling about. I’m going to cut through the confusion and make things really simple for you. Below is a list of 5 foods that you should never eat. These foods will derail your fitness and weight loss efforts every single time. In addition, I will suggest a healthy substitute for each of these off-limits foods. By simply swapping out the items below...

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Teriyaki Chicken Plate
Dec13

Teriyaki Chicken Plate

This recipe is very flavorful and is filled with wholesome nutrients, vitamins and fiber. Unlike most teriyaki recipes, this doesn’t contain sugar, yet it maintains a sweet undertone. Serve on a bed of baby arugula and quinoa. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need… 1 can naturally sweetened, zero calorie lemon lime soda (Zevia brand) ½ cup soy sauce ¾ cup brown rice vinegar 1 medium yellow onion – half minced and half thinly sliced 4...

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Cranberry Tuna Salad
Nov20

Cranberry Tuna Salad

This tuna salad has a holiday twist with the addition of red cranberries and green celery. It is filled with muscle building protein and nutritious fiber.  Fill up on this healthy dish before you attend your holiday party. Servings: 5 Here’s what you need… 2 cans wild caught Albacore Tuna, packed in water 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 Tablespoons low fat mayonnaise ¼ cup dried cranberries 1 teaspoon dried dill weed Instructions: Drain...

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