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Fashion inspiration

What drives you to Shop?  It’s spring…or is it still winter (here in the East it’s a daily surprise!) The hardest part about season change is wardrobe (& allergies)…I suggest Layers! You can bundle up in the early morning & after the sun goes down, but you can somewhat disrobe when the sun is warm & bright.  Or are you shopping because you’ve built yourself a new life?  You NEED a change! You’ve…

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WHY EAT SEASONAL FRUITS?

Good morning Fit Fam! I thought you might enjoy a couple #healthtips for your morning reading. Fruits that are harvested in their season means they’ll be more flavorful, contain more nutrients that benefit your body – and often cost less. Cherries  Cherries are rich in anthocyanins, a plant pigment that gives them their dark red color – which act as antioxidants, protection us from inflammation.…

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Picking up speed...

Picking up speed…

March 29, 2016 I think Ive found a rhythm and some peace in my workout routine. Im aware of what Im eating and when Im cheating myself. I cooked alot and it was yummy, really yummy! (I have a few pictures & simple recipes, keep scrolling) I allowed myself to have freedom on Easter, more for my family. They have this weird fear, Im going to be the food police. It is a personal policy of mine, to…

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Should you eat before you workout? 

The foundation of any effective exercise program is nutrition. The best meal plan is built around healthful ingredients like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and healthy fats as well as adequate hydration. Expert eating plans are tailored to provide adequate calories and macronutrients based on lifestyle, training intensity and duration.   Pre-workout nutrition makes certain foods…

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Salad in the morning?

Salad in the morning?

BREAKFAST SALAD The other morning I wanted sweet and savory at the same time – do you ever feel like that? I really like having eggs for breakfast, but I don’t always want to have them the same way. If you’ve ever looked in your fridge and been in the mood for something a little different for breakfast you’ll totally love this easy, light breakfast salad that’s the perfect compliment to your…

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Gaining momentum...on this journey

Gaining momentum…on this journey

 March 18, 2016  Today is significant…1 it’s my cousins Bday Happy Birthday Michelle!!! 2. I took the first steps toward my fitness professional career 😉😉😉. I went to my first certification class for Turbokick (now  called TurbokickLive)…I passed. But seriously, that’s not the hard part! Going there, meeting new people that spoke my language was so much fun! The hard began, the next day…what the…

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F1 is back...

F1 is back…

Australian Grand Prix   Melbourne, Australia is 16hrs ahead, which means the race began Live at 1230am est. I could barely stay awake. I look forward to the 8am est start times. 😜  Of course, we could DVR the race, wait til a reasonable hour to watch but someone can’t stay off social media (not me) F1 app. so we watched it from 1-4 (I watched as much as possible, then treat he’s in the am)…

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And the journey goes on...

And the journey goes on…

 March 8, 2016 Recently, I recommited to my journey to be forever fit! For the past 6 years, I have been focused on my fitness but I always struggle with my diet. By diet, I mean what & how I’m eating, to make long term lifestyle changes. My biggest obstacle is actually eating enough of the right foods rather than restricting myself, not eating enough food. I have had successes but they were…

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GLUTEN FREE, FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES

GLUTEN FREE, FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES

This delicious dessert has become my go-to treat for taking to dinner parties and making for friends. It’s so easy – all you need are measuring cups and spoons and a blender! Add an extra tablespoon of cacao powder to make it even darker, and let me know if you like the video by hitting the thumbs up and subscribing so I’ll make some more. Gluten Free, Flourless Chocolate Cupcakes Yield: 12…

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GLUTEN FREE DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES (PALEO AND VEGAN)

GLUTEN FREE DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES (PALEO AND VEGAN)

Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies (gluten free, dairy free) Yield: 12 cookies You will need: measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl, wooden spoon, baking sheet Kitchen Essentials 1 1/4 cups almond meal flour (other nut flours work too) 2-3 T cacao powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda 2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup coconut oil, avocado oil or olive oil (add about half of this to start to check the…

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Chocolate Protein Waffles

Chocolate Protein Waffles/Pancakes (gluten-free, grain-free, dairy free) This recipe took me no time at all to throw together and totally satisfied my appetite! Do you know how some protein pancake or waffle recipes desperately need some kind of sweet topping to be tasty? Well, because I used banana in the batter today, these waffles are naturally sweet and delicious, leaving you a lot of options…

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The journey continues...

The journey continues…

   March 3, 2016  Sexy, Confident & Beautiful are an inside attribute. Sure, people can be all those on the outside but it’s starts deep inside!  Our society has influenced us to believe that skinny is the only way to be sexy & beautiful.  (Believe me, those skinny girls have hang ups and pressures too. I mean, can you imagine being asked or rumored to be pregnant bc you had a large meal? Or…

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The Journey continues...day 2

The Journey continues…day 2

Its March 2, 2016… Yesterday, I declared that I was making a lifestyle change. A change that was needed. I will no longer be a slave to my Program! I will live my life by making wise choices. A I will look at my exercise as a gift to myself…its what will make me smarter, kinder, more productive, more focused and have more energy. How will I do this?  Mainly, I will pay attention to my nutrition.…

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Why stopping, got me started on my forever journey 

It’s March 1, 2016. And the journey has begun…well re-begun. What the heck?  You started over? What are you talking about, Holly? You see, I have spent the last nearly 6 years focused on a weightloss & fitness journey, I have shared most of my steps along the way, but something happened. I took the month of February off from my fitness & health journey, sort of.  I typically workout 5-6 days per…

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Why are Hemp Seeds one of my favorite foods?

Why are Hemp Seeds one of my favorite foods?

MUSCLE-BUILDING FOOD OF THE DAY: HEMP SEEDS 1. There are 16g of protein in just 3 Tablespoons. (!!!!! that’s amazing!!!!) 2. Their nutrition profile is not only high in protein, but low in fat (3g per serving) and moderate in carbohydrates (7g). This particular combination makes them an excellent muscle-building food. 3. They contain 5g of fiber per serving (and a serving is 3 T). A bowl of…

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