You guys, the endorphin high is a legit feeling. Yesterday was one of those days that my motivation to workout was at an all time low. After debating with myself all day long I finally made the choice to just drag my butt to the gym in hopes of it getting me out of my mood….
Strawberry Fat Bombs and the Benefits of Coconut Oil
Coconut oil has become widely popular and for good reason! There has been proven research showing the many benefits of incorporating coconut oil into your daily lifestyle. Coconut oil is a healthy fat. Yes, certain fats are healthy and our bodies need these fats to perform and live optimally. And not to mention, healthy fat…
Chocolate Mocha Protein Energy Balls
What’s going on, guys? Summer is almost half over and soon it will be cooler and pretty fall colors will be gracing us with their presence. Crazy to think that 2017 is more than half through and Christmas is only five months away. Do you remember your New Year’s goals? Are you still going after them?…
Sandbag Workout
This workout had me sweating a very uncomfortable amount and it probably didn’t help that it was 90 degrees and humid outside. If you don’t have a sandbag, don’t fret! This workout can be done with a barbell, kettlebells, dumbbells or even a plate. Whatever it is, find a weight and get it done! We…
Watermelon Lime and Cucumber Cocktail
And just like that the long holiday weekend is over! I’m sad to have had the weekend fly by so quickly but am happy to get back to my routine and back on track with my nutrition. No matter what food or drink choices were made over the weekend, it is time to move forward…
Shoulders + 15 Min AMRAP + Abs
We made it to the holiday weekend! With July 4th just next week, I will be enjoying a much needed long weekend at the family cabin. Cabin weekends are one of my favorite summer activities. We always have great food, good company and can relax but also get our fitness on. I will be getting…
Roasted “Cheesey” Asparagus & July 4th Menu
The planner in me generally means that I am planning the weekend (food specifically) days in advanced. This weekend will take a little extra planning because it is a long holiday weekend and I am not just worried about me. We will be spending the weekend at my family’s cabin with the rest of the…
Medley Tomato Salad
I can’t believe July 4th is already next week. The older I get the quicker time goes by and I know how cliché that sounds. When I was younger I would be so annoyed when adults would say that because all I wanted was to be an adult and do adult things but it seemed…
Full Body WOD
Summer is the best time to workout. There are so many different options to choose from! Your yard, in your garage, on trails, at a park and you can even still go to your gym. You can go swimming, for a walk or run, rollerblading, outdoor yoga, paddle boarding. Summer can also be the hardest time…
Chicken Fried “Rice”
Last fall I met an incredibly kind woman at the nail salon and I learned that she is the editor for a local magazine centered around motivating, energizing, inspiring and coaching women on life. 5ive For Women is designed to empower women through thought-provoking articles centered around faith, family, friends, fitness and finance. After meeting her,…