4 Habits to Get the Spring Back in Your Step
Spring is a time of renewal. There’s a fresh feeling of newness in the air as many us get out of hibernation mode. A common complaint I hear from clients and friends during this transition from Winter to Spring is a lack of energy. People still feel sluggish and tired from the long, dark Winter […]
Tomato Balsamic Slow Cooker Chicken {Recipe}
Using the slow cooker is one of the best ways to prepare food because it’s so EASY!! I’m a lazy cook, so I’m always looking for ways to make preparing food as painless as possible…and if I can have leftovers, even better! :) This Tomato Balsamic Slow Cooker Chicken recipe can be prepped in under 10 […]
Are You Addicted to Being Busy?
Busy-ness. It’s become like a badge of honor or (oddly) something people boast about. The almost default answer to “How are you?” seems to be a variation of “I’m really busy”. At times a conversation turns into a contest about who is the most busy. Often said in a humble-brag kind of way. Sometimes I […]
Immunity Boosting, Flu-Fighting, Cold-Busting Smoothie {recipe}
It’s that time of year when everyone around you is getting sick, right? You’re too busy to get sick. That’s why I recommend you try my immunity boosting smoothie that helps ward off the cold and flu. I’m not making any guarantees, but it sure helped me this past week. I felt like I was […]
How to Actually Achieve Your Health Goals
Hopefully you’ve made some goals for improving your health this year. (If not, there’s still time to set a few). It can be a challenge to achieve what we’ve set out out to do, but there’s a way to make it easier on yourself. I believe the best way to actually achieve your goals is […]
Decadent (and Healthy) Chocolate Brownies {recipe}
Decadent… AND healthy?! Yup, you read that correctly! These brownies are sure to be a crowd favorite and no one will ever guess the secret ingredient… black beans. Seriously. Don’t knock it until you try it. And, in keeping with all my other recipes, they are super easy to make with minimal ingredients. I’m sharing […]
How to Beat the Winter Blues
A few weeks Winter showed up in Ottawa…early. Or at least earlier than normal. It snowed. It was cold and windy. And I wasn’t ready for it. To be honest, I’m never really ready for Winter (I would live in Summer weather year round), but to have such cold and snow mid-November was a bit of […]
Giving Thanks
American Thanksgiving is coming up and there’s an online thing going around where you set a timer for 10 minutes and write what you are thankful for – as many as you can within the time limit. The idea is that you have so much to be thankful for you’ll run out of time. It’s easy […]
Quick Meal: Tuna Egg Muffins {recipe}
Who doesn’t love a quick and easy meal? Especially one prepared in advance and already for you in the fridge! These Tuna Egg Muffins are a variation of my Broccoli Egg Muffins. Pop a few for breakfast or snack. They are perfect for bringing with you on the go or at work. Ingredients: • 4 […]
4 Simple Tips for Eating Healthy at a Restaurant
Staying on plan or making healthy choices at a restaurant doesn’t have to be tough or complicated. Most restaurants can accommodate any specific requests you have, but you can keep it simple with these 4 tips. Tip #1: When in doubt, go with meat and veggies. Generally speaking, the healthiest […]
How Many Reps and Sets Should I Do?
One of the more common questions I get as a Personal Trainer is “how many reps and sets should I do?” followed by “and with what weight?” It seems like a simple question, but in fact, there is no default/standard answer. It will be different for everyone because it’s based on goals and level of […]
Pumpkin Protein Pancakes {recipe}
It’s Pumpkin Time of year!! Now that it’s Autumn, pumpkin flavored food and drinks are everywhere. This morning I decided to try out creating a pumpkin protein pancake recipe… and it worked! It seems that pumpkin purée is a great substitute for applesauce. (Good to keep in mind for future baking) As with all my […]
The Number One Secret for Clearing Your To-Do List
How big is your To-Do List? If it’s anything like mine, it’s LOOOOONG…. and feels like it’s never ending. You feel overwhelmed with everything you have and want to accomplish, but it feels like there’s no time to get it all done. Know what? There’s isn’t enough time. Sorry. I hate breaking bad news, but […]
Baked Berry Protein Oatmeal {recipe}
Hands up if you often struggle with what to eat for breakfast. I know I do. Sure, I’ve got my go-to eggs and toast or a protein smoothie or regular oatmeal, but sometimes I want something different. Enter the Baked Berry Protein Oatmeal. It’s warm, healthy and easy to make with minimal ingredients. Here’s what […]
10 Sneaky, Simple Ways to Eat More Veggies
We all know we should eat more vegetables, but it’s often tough to eat enough of them. Here are 10 ways to eat more vegetables:1. Smoothie – eat a smoothie for breakfast or snack. Add a cup of spinach and some berries. You won’t taste the spinach, I promise.2. Chop in advance – spend 30-45 minutes […]
