Let’s end this week on an upbeat note with a new workout playlist! I haven’t shared one yet this year, so I figured it was time to finalize one I had on deck that just needed a little bit of tweaking. If you’re a fan of Madonna—who I’m going to assume you’re at least mildly…
Archives for March 2019
March 2019 Favorites
When we lived in San Diego, I would often forget what month was. And I’m not talking like…it was August and I thought it was July. I’d straight-up forget the time of year. It would be December, and I’d think it was July. That’s just what happens when the [beautiful] weather never changes. Now that…
How to Make a Smoothie Bowl
Mix things up by turning your usual smoothie into a thick smoothie bowl, topped with ingredients like sliced fruit, chopped nuts, and granola. Smoothie bowls are such a fun spin on the usual smoothies a lot of us make. They’re basically just a thicker version of smoothies. Plus, they’re covered in toppings for added texture…
Strawberry Chia Seed Jam
For a more nutritious fruity spread, make jam with chia seeds and strawberries for a fresh and simple alternative. I’ve been on a chia seed kick lately. There are two recipes I’ve shared within the past month—Nut & Seed Granola and Cocoa Banana Chia Pudding—I’ve made a lot more than that though. As I mentioned in my February Favorites, I’ve been making a lot of homemade bread lately. So to help use it…
Plant Your Own Garden
Did you know that spring officially starts this week?! Wednesday is the magical day, and I’m hoping the weather follows suit. Spring is my favorite time of year for many reasons. There’s more sunshine, yet it’s still refreshingly brisk outside. The days are longer, and color is starting to pop up everywhere you look. Pure…
Spicy Roasted Pepitas
For a salty and nutritious snack, roast pepitas (pumpkin seeds) in the oven and coat them in this spicy seasoning blend. I’ve been gradually getting into seasoning my own seeds and nuts for a flavorful and healthy snack. I only buy the raw kind because I like to use them in different recipes and like…
Protein Oat Pancake
For a simple breakfast made with whole ingredients, try this single-serving pancake that only uses three ingredients. I’ve been all about the breakfast foods lately. Most days, I eat them in the morning and also for lunch because it’s just…easy. Plus, they’re all amazing, so it’s a win-win situation. Pancakes are one of those foods…
What Your Best Means (And Doesn’t Mean)
As we navigate through life, we’re often told we need to be the best in every role we play… the most supportive friend the most caring mother the hardest-working employee the most loving spouse the best whatever else But when a specific role is especially demanding, we’re using much more of our energy to maintain…
Adding Healthy Habits vs. Breaking Bad Ones
Trying to live a healthier lifestyle can be overwhelming with all the so-called “bad” foods and habits out there that you’re allegedly supposed to cut out cold-turkey to reach your goals. That’s why one of my strategies has always been to ADD things I know are good for me—instead of vowing to remove all the…
Strong Legs Weight Lifting Workout
If you’re in the market for a burn-so-good leg workout using weights, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve been getting bored with high-rep workouts lately—they just seem to drag. on. and can be particularly boring. Since a lot of my leg workouts (even those using weights) have more reps than I usually feel like…
