Sounds fantastic right?
Last summer I had the privilege of coaching/connecting with Jenn Nims author of Girl Heroes via her bodybugg coaching session. Little did I know who I was talking to ;)!
Jenn is a fantastically talented writer that knows how to get right to the point and make you feel like you are heard.
Her latest blog is FUN FUN FUN! Recently me and Ron started researching the benefits of barefoot running. We tossed around investing in the shoes that have space for your toes .... makes my toes squirm thinking about it!
Then I read Jenn's latest blog - http://www.girl-heroes.com/2011/04/28/sole-mates-the-new-balance-minimus-trail-review-and-giveaway/#comments
She tried, she liked, so she wrote :)
Now I do not have to worry about my toes feeling squirmy !!
I am looking forward to trying out these kicks - if I win her giveaway.. GREAT... if not, Im sure I will make my way to the checkout counter eventually.
Check them out for yourself and let me know what you think!
Till then... happy trails to youuuuuu :)
Friday, April 29, 2011
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
"It's Greek to Me" Chicken - YUM!!!! Easy, fast and gooood!
Hi Everyone!
I have to pass along this recipe - quick, easy and YUM!!!
This came straight from Healthy Family Meals
CHICKEN
1 lb chicken tenders
1 tsp dried oregano, crumbled
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/8 tsp cayenne
1/8 tsp salt
3 tblsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsps olive oil
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
TZATZIKI SAUCE
1/3 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber (i doubled up on cucumber because i love it!)
1/3 cup fat free plain yogurt (we used organic plain regular greek yogurt)
3 tblsp fat free sour cream ( we did not use sour cream-instead added 3 extra tblsp of organic plain regular greek yogurt)
2 tsp fresh snipeed dillweed
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 medium garlic clove, finely chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
Put the chicken in a medium nonmetallic bowl. In a small nonmetallic bowl, stir together the oregano, cumin, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, and 1/8 teaspn salt. Sprinkle over the chicken. Using your fingertips, press the mixture so it adheres to the chicken.
In the same small bowl, combine the 3 tblspns lemon juice, olive oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Pour over the chicken. Using your fingertips, rub into the chicken. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for10 minutes, Remove the chicken from the marinade, discarding the marinade. Transfer the chicken to the baking sheet.
Meanwhile,in a separate small bowl, stir together the sauce ingredients.
Broil the chicken 4 to 5 inches from the heat for 8 minutes. Turn over. Broil the chicken for 3 minutes or until just firm to the touch and no longer pink in the center. Serve the sauce over the chicken.
PER SERVING (SERVES 4) **** this is per the recipe not with my tweaks
Calories 157
Total Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 68mg
Sodium 246mg
Carbs 5g
Fiber 1g
Sugars 3g
Protein 29g
YUMMY!! We paired this with a BIG salad and Ron made some sauteed veggies -- Sam loved it too!
Happy Healthy living - High Five!
I have to pass along this recipe - quick, easy and YUM!!!
This came straight from Healthy Family Meals
CHICKEN
1 lb chicken tenders
1 tsp dried oregano, crumbled
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/8 tsp cayenne
1/8 tsp salt
3 tblsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsps olive oil
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
TZATZIKI SAUCE
1/3 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber (i doubled up on cucumber because i love it!)
1/3 cup fat free plain yogurt (we used organic plain regular greek yogurt)
3 tblsp fat free sour cream ( we did not use sour cream-instead added 3 extra tblsp of organic plain regular greek yogurt)
2 tsp fresh snipeed dillweed
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 medium garlic clove, finely chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
Put the chicken in a medium nonmetallic bowl. In a small nonmetallic bowl, stir together the oregano, cumin, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, and 1/8 teaspn salt. Sprinkle over the chicken. Using your fingertips, press the mixture so it adheres to the chicken.
In the same small bowl, combine the 3 tblspns lemon juice, olive oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Pour over the chicken. Using your fingertips, rub into the chicken. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for10 minutes, Remove the chicken from the marinade, discarding the marinade. Transfer the chicken to the baking sheet.
Meanwhile,in a separate small bowl, stir together the sauce ingredients.
Broil the chicken 4 to 5 inches from the heat for 8 minutes. Turn over. Broil the chicken for 3 minutes or until just firm to the touch and no longer pink in the center. Serve the sauce over the chicken.
PER SERVING (SERVES 4) **** this is per the recipe not with my tweaks
Calories 157
Total Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 68mg
Sodium 246mg
Carbs 5g
Fiber 1g
Sugars 3g
Protein 29g
YUMMY!! We paired this with a BIG salad and Ron made some sauteed veggies -- Sam loved it too!
Happy Healthy living - High Five!
Monday, April 4, 2011
Protein packed pancakes :)
Hi everyone!
I had the pleasure of spending time with Lisa Potts creator of Be True Apparel this weekend
and is the midst of trying to decide which one of her tshirts I could not live without (ended up being 5 that I could not live without) Lisa asked "Hey, do you want to try one of my protein pancakes?"
"Why yes I do!"
Within minutes I had a warm bluberry protein pancake that was a great snack served all by its delicious self - no syrup needed.
We quickly agreed that this recipe was great for kids (maybe add some almond butter or peanut butter or organic grade b maple syrup) for our husbands, and pre or post workout. So pretty much anytime for anyone!
Here is the recipe with some alternatives-- would love your feedback or your recipe ideas.
Protein Power Pancakes: (Banana Cinnamon)
3 cups oatmeal (any brand of regular old fashioned oats)
1 bottle (12 oz or so) liquid protein (preferably vanilla or a neutral flavor -Costco "Premier Protein Vanilla" **** This is an option, you can also use water or organic almond milk
3 scoops protein powder - I use Transitions Chocolate Delight
10 egg whites
3 mushy bananas (previous frozen preferably)
2 tblsp wheatgerm
2 tblsp milled flaxseed
2 tblsp Stevia (or any sugar substitute that you use - Agave nectar works great too)
2 tblsp cinnamon
Yields about 24-26 pancakes depending on size
Nutrional Value: Cal: 75; Fat: 1.6; Carbs: 6; Protein:8; Fiber: 2 (for one pancake)***This is key because these yummy snacks could easily turn into 4 or 5 pancakes. Keep your goals in mind and take the steps to your Ultimate Transition.
I had the pleasure of spending time with Lisa Potts creator of Be True Apparel this weekend
and is the midst of trying to decide which one of her tshirts I could not live without (ended up being 5 that I could not live without) Lisa asked "Hey, do you want to try one of my protein pancakes?"
"Why yes I do!"
Within minutes I had a warm bluberry protein pancake that was a great snack served all by its delicious self - no syrup needed.
We quickly agreed that this recipe was great for kids (maybe add some almond butter or peanut butter or organic grade b maple syrup) for our husbands, and pre or post workout. So pretty much anytime for anyone!
Here is the recipe with some alternatives-- would love your feedback or your recipe ideas.
Protein Power Pancakes: (Banana Cinnamon)
3 cups oatmeal (any brand of regular old fashioned oats)
1 bottle (12 oz or so) liquid protein (preferably vanilla or a neutral flavor -Costco "Premier Protein Vanilla" **** This is an option, you can also use water or organic almond milk
3 scoops protein powder - I use Transitions Chocolate Delight
10 egg whites
3 mushy bananas (previous frozen preferably)
2 tblsp wheatgerm
2 tblsp milled flaxseed
2 tblsp Stevia (or any sugar substitute that you use - Agave nectar works great too)
2 tblsp cinnamon
Yields about 24-26 pancakes depending on size
Nutrional Value: Cal: 75; Fat: 1.6; Carbs: 6; Protein:8; Fiber: 2 (for one pancake)***This is key because these yummy snacks could easily turn into 4 or 5 pancakes. Keep your goals in mind and take the steps to your Ultimate Transition.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Get your beets on!
I always see Beets at our farmers market and I usually pass them by because I am not quite sure how to prepare them. This is a fantastically easy and delicious recipe from my friend Tessa LeSage.
"First I tossed the beets in olive oil and baked for about an hour then peel them or don't if you don't mind the skin and they are organic. Take the greens and saute in olive oil with garlic, salt and pepper. Add red wine vinegar at end. Slice beets and serve on top of greens. This is an awesome side dish!!"
This is a dish that my best friend Tessa makes - healthy, simple and YUMMY! Give it a try!
Do you have any beet recipes??
"First I tossed the beets in olive oil and baked for about an hour then peel them or don't if you don't mind the skin and they are organic. Take the greens and saute in olive oil with garlic, salt and pepper. Add red wine vinegar at end. Slice beets and serve on top of greens. This is an awesome side dish!!"
This is a dish that my best friend Tessa makes - healthy, simple and YUMMY! Give it a try!
Do you have any beet recipes??
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