I recently tried Artisana Cashew Butter and I fell in love with it! It's super smooth, creamy and slightly sweet. Definitely my favorite nut butter I've tried so far! Cashew butter is high in calories but when added in moderation it can be a healthy part of your diet. Stick to 1-2 tablespoons per day… Continue reading Flavorful Friday: Health Benefits of Cashew Butter
Flavorful Friday: Quick & Healthy Cottage Cheese Cups To-Go (only 7 Ingredients)
Happy Friday! I'm so ready for Summer! Our Winter here in PA hasn't been as bad as last year, but I'm a 'Summer Girl' and I'm over Winter already. Today's recipe makes me think of Summer because it is one that I make and take along with us when we go to the beach. I… Continue reading Flavorful Friday: Quick & Healthy Cottage Cheese Cups To-Go (only 7 Ingredients)
Which is Better? Agave VS. Raw Honey
Agave syrup has been touted as a "natural" product making people think that it's a healthy sugar. Agave comes from the sap of the agave plant, which was used many, many, many years ago, but what they used years ago is not what is now sold in plastic bottles at your local grocery store. Agave… Continue reading Which is Better? Agave VS. Raw Honey
#MotivationMonday – What #NoExcuses Means to Me
Living the #NoExcuses lifestyle means that no matter what comes up in your life, you can do anything. I've always been annoyed by the people who say "I don't have time...", whether it's time to eat (which is my biggest pet peeve....I make time to eat), time to workout, time to call someone, or time… Continue reading #MotivationMonday – What #NoExcuses Means to Me
#SundayZenday – Sharing my Accomplishment & Prepping for the Upcoming Week
Happy Sunday! Sunday is my day to rest and recover from this past week's workouts and also to prepare myself for the upcoming week. I also want to share with you an accomplishment I achieved this past week. I have been practicing Yoga and working towards reaching a goal of mastering Crow Pose. Well, this… Continue reading #SundayZenday – Sharing my Accomplishment & Prepping for the Upcoming Week
Healthy Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe – Only 6 Ingredients
Today is the last day of week 2 of my #SweatPink #NoExcuses challenge and today's task is to share a healthy snack or recipe. Here is a recap of this past week's daily challenges. Some of you have been following along with me this week. If you haven't been following and would like to start,… Continue reading Healthy Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe – Only 6 Ingredients
Flavorful Friday: Homemade Peanut Butter Oat Bars (Only 7 Ingredients)
It's Flavorful Friday & I'm sharing one of my favorite recipes with you. I make this recipe about every other week. It's a perfect snack to have on hand for when you get 'hangry'! If I was ever stranded on a deserted island this is one food item I would want to have with me!… Continue reading Flavorful Friday: Homemade Peanut Butter Oat Bars (Only 7 Ingredients)
My 2 Badass #NoExcuses Nominees!
As a #SweatPink Ambassador I was asked to nominate 2 ladies that live the #NoExcuses lifestyle. These two ladies seriously kick butt, motivate, and inspire me to also live the #NoExcuses lifestyle! Both of these ladies I have met through #SweatPink and have enjoyed following their activities. My nominees (in no particular order): Lindsay Sanii… Continue reading My 2 Badass #NoExcuses Nominees!
#MotivationMonday – Let’s get motivated this week!
Monday's can be tough to get motivated for a lot of reasons, but Monday's are a great day to motivate yourself to have a great week! I love to take Sunday mornings to plan my week ahead so that way on Monday I'm prepared and motivated to have a great week. Yesterday, I sat down… Continue reading #MotivationMonday – Let’s get motivated this week!
Flavorful Friday: Baked Cinnamon Acorn Squash with Greek Yogurt, Raw Honey & Walnuts
I probably spend at least 24 hours a week on Pinterest! I'm definitely addicted, but the good news is that I'm constantly finding and trying new, tasty & healthy recipes! I recently became in love with making recipes from scratch and trying new foods. Last year I lost 35 lbs and did a total detox… Continue reading Flavorful Friday: Baked Cinnamon Acorn Squash with Greek Yogurt, Raw Honey & Walnuts
CG Fitness: Personal Training, Nutrition & Yoga 