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March 8, 2017

What Does a Wellness Coach Eat? (in pictures): Week 2

Here’s the breakdown of my food for the week!

I ate a couple indulgent treats that might surprise you. I usually allow myself a little wiggle room if it’s a unique occasion, but I try to stay aware of my cravings on a given day. If I know a small taste will turn into a binge session, I steer clear altogether. In the scenarios this week, I knew my portion size was limited. And by eating them out of the house (at restaurants, etc.), it gave me natural portion control, rather than being home wit...

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Published on March 08, 2017 03:00

March 7, 2017

Veggie Egg Bake Recipe

Today’s recipe started out as an unplanned solution to a weeknight dinner conundrum. I had a bunch of fresh mushrooms and eggs to use up and initially thought about making an egg scramble. But for some reason, it sounded like a lot of work for not enough food. So I changed my plan and turned it into a casserole instead.

This made a nice big batch, so I had leftovers to use for extra meals. I even ended up freezing a couple single servings for later (which is one of my secret weapons for healt...

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Published on March 07, 2017 03:00

March 6, 2017

“Life’s a Zoo” Bodyweight Workout [Video and Infographic]

Today I’m sharing a workout that’s perfect for a busy schedule. No equipment is required — just your bodyweight and a mat if you prefer to use one.

This workout is themed around zoo animals, so it would be a great one to do with your kids! I recommend 8-12 reps of each exercise. (Remember if you work one side, make sure you do the same number of reps on the other side.) For the static poses, I recommend holding them for 30 seconds.

You can use the video to see proper form, and the infographic...

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Published on March 06, 2017 03:00

March 1, 2017

What Does a Wellness Coach Eat? (in pictures): Week 1

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I’m starting a new weekly feature on Wednesdays!

In case you’re wondering what a health and nutrition expert eats on a regular basis, I’m going to share the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

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Published on March 01, 2017 03:00