Consuming enough protein is critical to living a healthy life and to building muscle. Protein is filled with amino acids, which is the building blocks of muscle. Muscles are repaired and rebuilt while you sleep, so consuming protein before bed improves muscle building and boosts your metabolism while you sleep as well as the following […]
SNACKS ARE AWESOME! Here’s a few delicious, healthy, high protein snacks that are delicious! Turkey roll-up, Peanut butter no-bake energy balls, and Hummus & veggies! TURKEY ROLL-UPS: 3 pieces of turkey (or other deli meat) 2 oz cream cheese 1 piece pickle, cucumber or tomato 1 tsp no salt seasoning – Stack the slices of […]
The right mindset is the most critical element to making an exercise routine work for you! Here are some important steps to getting the right mindset: 1) Set Realistic Expectations: It’s important to set a goal, but start very small. By making a large goal, you make it difficult to achieve. Instead of setting your […]
Stretching is extremely important for your body! It’s critical before and after workouts: – Stretching before a workout helps prevent injury and gets your blood pumping. – Stretching after a workout helps reduce your heart rate and helps blood from pooling in your lower extremities. But did you know it is also SUPER important to […]
January is a great month for reflection and transformation. The perfect time evaluate your goals and take action to make them happen! In the past years I’ve struggled making my new year’s resolutions last. But I’ve figured out the secret of how to make them stick so I can reach my goals!!!! If you’ve been […]
If you’re having fun during your workout, you’re more likely to do it! Some ideas for making workouts fun: crank up the tunes, workout with friends or your dog, get outside. But the best way to have fun during a workout is to switch it up and try new techniques and classes! If you’re looking […]
Timing your meals around your workouts is important! If you eat too close to a workout, you could feel sick and not be able to perform your best during the workout. Pre-workout meals: 1-3 hours before workout – lots of lean protein – carbohydrates (simple and complex) – should not have fat, as this slows […]
High intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts are extremely effective at burning fat and building muscle. Check out this easy, low impact HIIT workout!!
Healthy food doesn’t have to taste like “diet food.” This food is extremely healthy and DELICIOUS! 1 organic kale burger 1 Qrunch organic quinoa burger 3 eggs fried in coconut oil 2 tbsp cheese cheese 2 tbsp green salsa 3 tbsp red salsa
Eating the right food after a workout is extremely important! You muscles burn through their energy storage and are broken down by working out. The right foods will not only rebuild the muscle energy stores and help with protein synthesis, but also enhance overall recovery. Here are some post-workout meal ideas: tuna salad sandwich on […]