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Playlist Workout Challenge!
Playlist Workout Challenge! Choose 4 of your favorite pump-up songs – they should be between 3:30 and 4:30 minutes long. Each circuit is done for the duration of the song. Warm up with 5 to 10 minutes of light cardio, then dynamic stretches (leg swings, arm circles,...
Make-Ahead Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowls
Make-Ahead Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowls Ingredients: 2 pounds sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks 2 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced in half 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Aged balsamic vinegar (syrupy is best; optional) Salt and pepper 2 cups...
Oil-Free Vegan Arugula Pesto
Oil-Free Vegan Arugula Pesto Ingredients: 1 cup fresh arugula 1 cup fresh basil 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 to 3 cloves garlic, to taste 1/2 cup raw walnuts 1/4 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste Directions: Combine all of the ingredients...
Creamy Cucumber Tahini Dressing (Vegan)
Creamy Cucumber Tahini Dressing (Vegan) Ingredients: 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 5 tablespoons raw tahini (no added oil) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup chopped cucumbers (about 4 ounces) 1 clove garlic 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 tablespoons water Directions: Combine...
Visualization Challenge
Visualization Challenge What do Arnold Schwarzenegger, Oprah, Jim Carrey, Lindsey Vonn (Olympic Gold Medalist), and Will Smith all have in common? They ALL practice visualization for success. Visualization is a simple yet incredibly powerful technique for growth and...
Butternut Squash Chili
Butternut Squash Chili Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp each: cumin, chili powder & ginger 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 C butternut squash, cubed 3 Cups vegetable broth 28 oz Fire Roasted Whole tomatoes,...
Posture Check
Posture Check Great posture is so much more than looking poised and confident (although that’s a huge benefit of better posture!). When you’re standing, sitting, or walking properly, you are helping your body to function properly! Bad posture can cause more problems...
Paleo Chocolate, Caramel & Almond Clusters
Paleo Chocolate, Caramel & Almond Clusters INGREDIENTS: - 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (I use Enjoy Life) - 1 tablespoon coconut oil - 3/4 cup raw almonds (or nuts of choice) - 16 pitted dates - 1 cup almond or other non-dairy milk - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract...
Perfect Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Perfect Mashed Sweet Potatoes Ingredients: • 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces • 1 tablespoon salted grassfed butter or coconut oil (for vegan option) • 1/4 to 1/3 cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk (for vegan option) • 1/4 teaspoon...
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