{Let me start by saying that I am NOT a personal trainer. I am not certified and I am completely self taught. But I do think that my workouts are beneficial to me and my body...but I have done my research. Ok? Ok. Carry on.} *** My husband was unemployed for about a month earlier … Continue reading Women’s Strength Training For Beginners.
Copycat Chick-fil-a Sauces [&& Baked Panko Chicken Tenders]
There are few things that I love more in life than Chick-fil-a and their sauces...but the closest Chick-fil-a to my house is all the way across town [and a million street lights away]. Not to mention, I eat no less than 1,200 cals every time I am there. That is quite the detriment for my … Continue reading Copycat Chick-fil-a Sauces [&& Baked Panko Chicken Tenders]
PaleOMG | My new obsession…
Alright you guys, stuff just got real. Juli over at PaleOMG is straight up amazing...like legit amazing. I had a bad week of food consumption [again] last week and wanted to get back on the low FODMAP horse this week. So far, so good. I headed over to PaleOMG to find some recipe inspiration for … Continue reading PaleOMG | My new obsession…
Buffalo Chicken Dip STUFFED Jalapenos
My husband wanted these in the worst way. Like an unhealthy longing for them...he even claimed that he was going to make them himself! 😉 I saw two different versions of this recipe (one on Closet Cooking and one on Copy Kat), but I ended up taking a short cut recipe of my own. And I … Continue reading Buffalo Chicken Dip STUFFED Jalapenos
Avocado Egg Salad | Intro To Low FODMAP…
I am not the detoxing type. I don't think that I have it in me to juice cleanse. I love to eat. Period. That being said, I completely wrecked my system over the holidays. Stress eating. Fun eating. Just eating. Drinking. You name it. So, at the turn of 2014 I wanted to try something … Continue reading Avocado Egg Salad | Intro To Low FODMAP…
secret SKINNY Panera menu | nom nom noms:.
I was flipping through food blogs and skinny recipes this week and stumbled upon this gem on the Self Magazine blog. I have worked in food service since I was 16, so I know all about the "secret" menu items. I always laugh when I come across the Starbucks versions [I worked there for 4.5 years], because they … Continue reading secret SKINNY Panera menu | nom nom noms:.
diggin’ the dip | white bean dip with garlic and basil:.
This past weekend was my bridal shower, so we know what that means...food. Tons of food. And prosecco. And pushups. Among everything else, there were leftovers. Tons of leftovers. The party wasn't even at my house and I ended up with two full veggie trays, a tub of fruit, marshmallow fluff dip, homemade chicken salad … Continue reading diggin’ the dip | white bean dip with garlic and basil:.
I think I have plateaued | frustrated:.
Le sigh. I am relating to the plateau posts all too well these days. And it is downright frustrating. I stumbled upon a cute little blog that is right up my alley--weight loss, fitness, twenties, and wedding planning--and the first post I read by author Ms. Managed was titled "Plateau Hell." Man, am I definitely … Continue reading I think I have plateaued | frustrated:.
Actually Sweating on the Elliptical
Tried this elliptical workout yesterday on an Precor EFX 885–I set the incline on 5 and followed the recommended resistance on the workout. The 35 minutes went by really quickly and was a fast calorie burn, so it is a good workout for anyone looking for a REAL sweat on the elliptical. I know I can be lazy on elliptical cardio days [read: when I don’t want to get on a treadmill], but I did this on a day that I split with abs.
Quick disclaimer about my personal blurb before I share the awesome workout, these are just funny personal thoughts – I have no negative judgement to anyone who shows up at the gym – good for you for just being there – really it’s great.
I have observed two type of cardio junkies at the gym I go to. Type one… the those crazy people who run like 12 miles a day, do marathons/triathlons, who are intensely fit cardiovascular wise and serious about bringing the sweat factor to their cardio sesh – they are addicted to the adrenaline high of an insane workout. And then there’s the second type… consisting mainly of females, who tend to answer phone calls and gossip girlishly in loud high pitched voices WHILE on cardio machines and really just workout because they know they should – they are addicted to the idea that just being in…
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another healthy snack | chocolate peanut butter banana shake:. [sweet tooth]
I wasn't going to post this, since I just did a whole smoothie/shake post, but...oh, well! Too many people wanted the recipe! Yesterday I have a really bad diet FAIL. Moe's Southwest Grill was kind enough to bring in a catering spread to my office, but I had NO self control. None. I made myself … Continue reading another healthy snack | chocolate peanut butter banana shake:. [sweet tooth]
Kayleigh Elizabeth 