Why I Take BCAAs Everyday
Why I Take BCAAs Everyday If you are not familiar with the initials BCAAs, they stand for Branch Chain Amino Acids. And amino acids are what make up the protein that your body uses to repair muscles and connective tissue when you exercise (particularly when you...
Restaurant Hacks- When You’re On the Go
Restaurants are just a part of our life. When you are out and about, meeting friends or family for a meal, or on a trip, restaurant eating is what you do. So how can we eat out and still eat nutritiously? Well, use this Restaurant Hacks Guide to help you do just...
5 Simple Ways to Get Your Kids Active This Summer
At our house, our kids embrace the unstructured time of summer. I admit, I like it when things are more laid back and not on a busy schedule. But if I don't have something for them to do, they default to two things: Staring at the pantry to find a snack OR playing a...
Eating Nutritiously at Theme Parks
Theme parks & snacking… Let’s be real for a second, we live in Florida and at some point this summer we are likely to find ourselves in a theme park, starving and about to lay out $30 for a burger and chocolate in the shape of mouse ears. If you're dishing out $25...
Easy Prep Lunches Even Your Kids Can Make
Need to prep something quickly and take it with you? Here is one of our favorites: The Wrap. Easy to see what your need, and easy for them to put together! Print the card to share with your kids or put up on the fridge! Want more ideas on how to feed your...
Realms of Belief
Realms of Belief In your mind, all of your thoughts fit into three categories: Ideas you believe to be TRUE. Ideas you believe are NOT TRUE. Ideas you are unsure about- they could be true or they could not. Ideas you firmly believe are or aren't true, let's call your...
Refuel: Achieving the Impossible
My sister was the gymnast growing up, not me. Doing something like the handstand walk is NOT in my comfort zone. I can make excuses: "I didn't do this growing up." "I'm too old for this." "I'm not athletic enough." ... you know what I'm talking about. But, I can't let...
What You’re Eating is Effecting Your Brain- Food for Thought
Can your food choices impact your brain? I cannot tell people enough how important your food choices are when it comes to your mental health. A. A High-Fructose diet feeds pathogens in your gut, which allows them to overtake beneficial bacteria. ...
What and When to Eat After a Workout to Maximize Your Recovery
Eating After a Workout is Important After you workout, your body tries to rebuild its glycogen storage and repair and regrow those muscle proteins. When you eat the correct nutrients soon after you exercise, it can help your body get this done faster. Faster...