What Happens When You Fall off the Bandwagon?

You may not be in the mood to read a blog post that’s just words with no pictures, but bear with me here people, you might need the same motivation that I did. What happens when you fall off the bandwagon? You start to get tired, irritable, weak and then comes the utterly ridiculous self-diagnoses – thyroid disease, … Continue reading →

A new feat: Homemade granola

Something I’ve been putting off for a long time is making my very own, homemade granola. I finally took the initiative this evening after making a successful trip to Nature’s Pantry for some rolled oats, shredded coconut and sliced almonds and a quick search for the best method. Little secret: I first attempted this with … Continue reading →

Just another “Life is like…” post

Life is like a run on the first day of spring. The well-known and much-anticipated essence of spring is warmth, growth and bliss. Therefore when you prep to head outside on the warmest day of the past few months (or what seemed like the longest winter ever) you expect to step out into the light, radiant … Continue reading →

Grilled Cauliflower Steak with Green Cilantro Romesco

Here’s a dual recipe I’ve been meaning to try. A vegetarian dish that will satiate and nourish. Wondering why I used green pepper for the Romesco? I didn’t have red! Make use of what you have in your pantry and fridge for this dish such as chickpeas, brown rice and seasonings of your choice. Grilled … Continue reading →

Another Tribute to Giada – Soccas with Kale and Cranberries

If you’ve read my posts before, you may have noticed that I did a remake of a Giada De Laurentiis’ Apricot Oat Bars. Well, I’m back at it again with a version of her Soccas with Kale and Raisins. The healthy, clean eating bandwagon is getting pretty full, but if there’s one person I want on … Continue reading →

Workout Wednesday: Squats for Days

I’ve been challenged to a Squat Challenge and I have accepted. I know I am not the only one guilty of a little Holiday slacking (and snacking), but there’s no reason to beat myself up over it. Instead…I’ll take it out on my legs! Squat challenges are springing up all over Pinterest and rightfully so. … Continue reading →

An Inspirational Reblog: 10 Things I Want My Daughter to Know About Working Out

Originally posted on wellfesto:
Mid-way through a recent group exercise class, the teacher lost me.  She didn’t lose me because of some complicated step sequence or insanely long set of burpees; I mentally checked out because of a few words she kept saying over and over.  “Come on!  Get that body ready for your winter…

Fitness Friday

Happy Black Friday! I’ve decided to let my fitness posts continue to be complement of my boyfriend. He has put me through some of the most difficult, strenuous and gratifying workouts and there’s no better place to share them than here! I saw a really great American Heart Association advertisement that really inspired this Fitness … Continue reading →

A Spoonful of Soup: Lentil vegetable soup to fight the common cold

Not only am I not mentally ready for the winter months, but neither is my body! Every time the seasons change, I experience a little dose of allergies, but when it comes to winter these allergies escalate to a roaring cold. As if the extra hours of darkness aren’t enough! There are plenty of ways … Continue reading →

Leftovers Before They’re Leftovers: Grilled Eggplant Recipe

One healthy (and wallet friendly) step I’ve managed to keep up with is making my own lunch for work. As I now have a new job and no longer work in a kitchen, I need to be a little more prepared. First off, my best advice is to make your lunch the night before if … Continue reading →