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RECIPE: Green Basil Pesto

I absolutely love basil, it’s my favorite herb! I google searched “health benefits of basil” a while back and read that basil is anticancer, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and is full of many nutrients, minerals and vitamins that are essential for good health!

I have about 8 basil plants so I make a lot of pesto dips! I hope you enjoy!

Add all ingredients below, in this order, in a food processor.

– 2 cups Macadamia Nuts

– 1/2 cup Raw Pumpkin Seeds

– bunch of Basil

– Few cloves of Garlic

– Dash of Sea Salt (to taste)

– Dash of Pepper

– Chili flakes (if you like a dash of spice)

– 1/2 to 1 cup of olive oil

I like to eat the basil pesto dip with crackers and veggie sticks. I also put it in seaweed wraps, other wraps, with veggies and so forth!

Get creative with it and make some healthy yummy food for a healthier happier you!

SURFER BURPEES

These moves are perfect for when I’m traveling and can’t get in the ocean, but want to keep muscles toned and ready for when I get back on my board. Being low to the ground like this mimics being on a surfboard, plus it challenges the range of motion in your hips, which is key for riding the waves.

 

#1  Start on your stomach*, with your hands by your ribs.

#2  Push your upper body up to a standing position then jump onto your feet, bringing one foot forward like you’re standing on a surfboard.

#3  Jump up with your hands in the air, then immediately return to the starting position.

#4  Repeat, alternating sides for as many times as you can in 30 seconds.

 

*This move can also be done, as in the video, from the starting position of laying on your back, which works the abdominals more.

 

A tip from my trainer, Dustin Dillberg: If you want to push yourself harder, add a jump squat. Once you’re up, do a squat and jump. When you land, get back down. Switch sides as you go.

 

This fitness tip is an excerpt from my 2014 book, Body and Soul, which is available here at my webshop.

Bethany & Filipe Toledo Talk Family, Surfing, & Faith

Walking On Water Show – Bethany Hamilton & Filipe Toledo Talk about their families, Surfing, and Faith in Jesus Christ. 6 minutes in length. A Night of Inspiration was hosted by Bryan Jennings, Kyle Lane, and Mark Chu. Event was held on September 5th, 2015 at Saddleback Church San Clemente during the #HurleyPro at Lowers.

Chai Breakfast Smoothie

This smoothie has a great balance of sweet and spicy flavors. All you chai lovers will enjoy for sure! And if you haven’t tried chai before, this smoothie might hook you

Awarded Wildcard for Swatch Women’s Pro

Bethany Hamilton Awarded Wildcard for Swatch Women’s Pro

– Watch Video Interview and more at WorldSurfLeague.com

 

Bethany Hamilton (HAW) has been awarded the coveted wildcard into the Swatch Women’s Pro and will compete alongside the world’s best female surfers in just two weeks time.

 

The event will mark Hamilton’s first appearance in competition since giving birth to son Tobias Dirks in June of this year. The Hawaiian last took part in an event during the Women’s Pipe Invitational in December 2014 when she took on reigning six-time WSL Champion Stephanie Gilmore (AUS) , two-time WSL Champion Carissa Moore (HAW) and 2014 world title runner-up Tyler Wright (AUS) in double-overhead surf at Pipeline.

 

“Thrilled to accept the wildcard for the Swatch Women’s Pro,” Hamilton said. “I have been surfing and competing at Lowers since I was a young girl and love the wave! Looking forward to getting a jersey back on amongst the best!”

 

“Bethany is one of the most inspiring surfers on the planet,” Jessi Miley-Dyer , WSL Women’s Commissioner, said. “She’s incredibly powerful and tremendously talented and we’re very happy to announce she’ll compete alongside the world’s best at the upcoming Swatch Women’s Pro at Trestles.”

 

“We’ve been speaking to her since early last season about potentially accepting a wildcard to a Championship Tour event,” Miley-Dyer continued. “However, scheduling hasn’t been in our favor until now and the WSL are very excited to see how she fares at one of the most high-performance waves on the planet.”

 

Hamilton will take on current WSL No. 1 Courtney Conlogue (USA) and Silvana Lima (BRA) in the opening Round of competition.

 

Stop No. 7 on the 2015 Samsung Galaxy World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT), holds a competitive window of September 9 – 20, 2015 and will be webcast LIVE on WorldSurfLeague.com and on the WSL mobile app.

 

The event, which made its first appearance on the Women’s Tour last year, remains on the

schedule this season thanks to the support of Swatch, who have announced their continued

support of the event through 2017.

 

The Swatch Women’s Pro Trestles will be held from September 9 – 20, 2015 and runs in

conjunction with the Hurley Pro at Trestles, event No. 8 on the men’s CT.

 

Swatch Women’s Pro Round 1 Match-Ups:

Heat 1 : Lakey Peterson (USA), Malia Manuel (HAW), Laura Enever (AUS)

Heat 2 : Bianca Buitendag (ZAF), Tatiana Weston-Webb (HAW), Alessa Quizon (HAW)

Heat 3 : Courtney Conlogue (USA), Silvana Lima (BRA), Bethany Hamilton (HAW)

Heat 4 : Carissa Moore (HAW), Coco Ho (HAW), Sage Erickson (USA)

Heat 5 : Sally Fitzgibbons (AUS), Stephanie Gilmore (AUS), Dimity Stoyle (AUS)

Heat 6 : Johanne Defay (FRA), Tyler Wright (AUS), Nikki Van Dijk (AUS)

Jamba Juice Hawaii Endorsement

Jamba Juice Hawaii continues to set the bar high as a leading retailer in “better-for-you” beverage and food offerings by signing celebrity surfer Bethany Hamilton to endorse their healthy and active lifestyle brand. Hamilton will make her first appearance as spokesperson on Monday, August 24, 2015 at Kahala Mall Center Stage from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., where Jamba will be providing free samples of their Pineapple Dreamin’ smoothies

 

Bethany Hamilton is a global source of inspiration to millions through her story of determination, faith and hope. A surfer born and raised on Kauai Island, she lost her left arm in a 2003 tiger shark attack, which seemingly ended her career as a rising surf star. However, just one month after the attack, Bethany returned to the water and a year later won her first national surfing title and has since achieved her childhood dream of surfing professionally. Her story has been well documented by a New York Times best-selling autobiography and in the 2011 film, Soul Surfer. Using her platform as a professional athlete to promote living a fit and healthy lifestyle, she also authored the book Body and Soul in 2014.

 

The main reason I chose to partner with Jamba is their commitment in providing healthy, nutritional, as well as delicious food and drink alternatives. For my active lifestyle and professional career, Jamba Juice is an enjoyable on-the-go food stop.

–Bethany Hamilton

 

“Bethany not only embodies the healthy and active lifestyle that Jamba represents but she is an inspiration to thousands of people,” said Donna Yano, VP of Jamba Juice Hawaii. “This partnership is truly a win-win situation as both Jamba and Bethany continually encourage people to better themselves in all aspects of their lives.”

 

Jamba Hawaii’s adding of Hamilton as their spokesperson follows closely on the heels of the signing of Major League Baseball superstar and local sports hero Kolten Wong to promote their line of freshly squeezed juices earlier this year.

 

For more information, visit jambahawaii.com, and follow Jamba Juice on FB, Twitter, or Instagram at @jambahawaii.

Dynamic Stretching

A heart-pumping approach to stretching.

Here’s a fun way to incorporate stretching into your workouts. Dynamic Stretching, or stretching with movement, is a type of stretching that’s broadly used. I’ve been incorporating it into my workouts for a few years now, but I didn’t know the name until recently. It’s a great way to start your workout cause you’re warming up your body and stretching it at the same time; whereas with regular stretching you could be more prone to injury due to the muscles not being warmed up.

The Video I’m sharing is by Built Lean; I like it because the dynamic stretching routine he does is simple, and a great one to start with for anyone new to this type of stretching. The video introduces 5 dynamic stretches that you can use to warm up before your workout. Or if you’re new to working out, this may be like a workout for you! He also includes 2 extra, more advanced stretches.

Have fun trying something new!

Live Twitter Chat With Bethany This Tuesday!

BYOU Magazine is having a live Twitter chat wrap party this Tuesday, July 14, with celebrity pro surfer Bethany Hamilton! Bethany graced the cover of BYOU Magazine’s latest B-Healthy and before announcing their new issue, BYOU Magazine brings Bethany to chat with you LIVE! The party starts Tuesday, July 14 and 8pm ET/5pm PT! It’s free and all you have to do to join the fun is follow hashtag #BYOUchat on Twitter!

 

During her #BYOUchat, BYOU Magazine will also share Bethany’s tips and advice from her exclusive interview with them. You won’t want to miss this!

 

In addition, BYOU Magazine and Bethany will be offering awesome prizes, like copies of Bethany’s inspiring book, Body & Soul: A Girl’s Guide to a Fit, Fun, and Fabulous Life. To qualify to win prizes, just register ahead of time at byoumagazine.com/twitter-parties and join #BYOUchat on Tuesday, July 14 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Also, be sure to follow @BethanyHamilton and @BYOUmagazine on Twitter!

 

BYOU Magazine loves to offer live chats with celebrities featuring exclusive celebrity info, photos, and great free prizes. Remember to use hashtag #BYOUchat on Twitter to find the party and register to win prizes at byoumagazine.com/twitter-parties. You can even submit your question early there to be posted during the party!

 

For more information, visit byoumagazine.com/twitter-parties.

Frozen Banana “Ice Cream:” A Healthy Alternative

How to make your own ice-cream alternative out of frozen bananas!

When I have an ice cream craving, my favorite way to curb it is to whip up this quick homemade alternative! Using frozen bananas, you can create a simple puree that any member of the family can enjoy as an alternative to ice cream. Even if you don’t like bananas, give this a try.

Bananas are high in potassium and contain Vitamin B6 and C. So they’re obviously good for you

First, you’ll need to plan ahead. Peel some bananas, cut them up and freeze. Once frozen, grab the rest of the ingredients and blend away!

What you’ll need:

– 1 ripe Banana* (peeled, cut & frozen) per serving

– 1/4 cup Coconut Milk (or Almond Milk)

– 1 tbsp. sliced Almonds (optional)

– 1 pinch shredded organic coconut (optional)

– A Blender or Food Processor

*If you have access to them, use Apple Bananas for naturally added sweetness!

Puree banana in the blender with half of the coconut milk; add more liquid as needed while blending. (Note: If you’re using a high caliber blender or food processor, you may not need any liquid. Just pause occasionally to mush the bananas around a bit with a spoon or spatula.) Top with almonds and shredded coconut. You can blend in, or top with, basically anything–frozen berries, dark chocolate, or whatever you like!

Topping ideas: dark chocolate mini-chips, a homemade chocolate shell, fresh berries, mint leaf garnish.

Other creative ideas: 1) use frozen mango, pineapple or berries with, or instead of, bananas, 2) blend in cocoa powder or dark chocolate chips, 3) blend in peanut butter, 4) make an “ice cream” cake out of it!

This fabulous recipe is from my book Body & Soul. No Dairy. No Sugar. Pure Yum. Makes a great summertime snack or dessert for the whole family!

Signature Sunglass Collection by Crush

We are excited to announce the release of Bethany’s signature Sunglass collection by Crush Eyewear. There are a variety of styles, colorways, and lens types. Take a looksie and let us know your favorite by sharing with the hashtag #SeawithB

 

On May 22, 2015, in Lake Forest, CA, Crush Eyewear announced the launch of the Bethany Hamilton Signature Sunglass Collection into better retailers nationwide and online.

 

In 2014, Crush Eyewear celebrated the signing of Hamilton to their team and she immediately began working closely with the Crush product design team to create a fun, fashionable collection of sunglasses, designed specifically for women of all ages. Bethany is excited to share this new line with her fans.

 

“Creating my very own line of Crush sunglasses was really fun!” said Hamilton. “In the line there is a variety of sunglass designs so you can protect your eyes from the sun while staying stylish!”

 

“We are incredibly excited to work with Bethany Hamilton,” said Sean Sullivan, Crush’s Co-Founder and President. “Bethany exemplifies everything we stand for: a role model for all women, a gifted athlete and a love of life.”

 

Hamilton’s signature collection contains styles to fit every personality and budget with retail prices ranging from $29.99 – $49.99. Styles range from fashion-forward 6 Base styles to Gradient Polar and Toric lenses. Hamilton’s collection is available at local retailers and online at CrushEyewear.com.

 

About Crush Eyewear

Crush Eyewear produces premium sunglass designs at affordable prices. The Crush line combines fashion, style and innovation to provide sunglasses for any lifestyle. Crush Eyewear sponsors a team of ambassadors including top surfers, models, and musicians, as well as artists and fashionistas.

www.CrushEyewear.com

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