Fit Friday

No equipment?  No problem!  Here is a total body workout that you can do anywhere with just your body weight! 

Topic Thursday

Don't get bored with hard-boiled eggs.  Follow this guide to make soft-boiled, hard-boiled, and everything in-between!

Wellness Wednesday

Looking for a natural way to cleanse your body without juicing or using a product?  Add these to your daily routine to help remove the toxins from your body without breaking the bank!

Tasty Tuesday

Watch out, quinoa is not just for lunch anymore!  Give this quinoa breakfast recipe a try!  These can easily be made a head of time and reheated for a quick morning meal or served with a side of protein rich eggs.

Cinnamon Quinoa Bake

Ingredients

- 2 1/2 cups quinoa, cooked and cooled

- 4 eggs, beaten

- 1/3 cup vanilla almond milk

- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey (optional)

- 1 tsp. vanilla extract

- 1 tbsp. cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and place the quinoa in a large mixing bowl.  Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan parchment paper.  Spray with non-stick cooking spray.

2.  In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, almond milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until thoroughly combined.  Add maple syrup or honey (if using) and whisk.

3.  Add egg mixture to cooked and cooled quinoa.  Stir with a large spoon to combine.  Pour into the parchment-lined baking dish and spread it around to ensure that it's even.

4.  Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until set and golden.

5.  Using parchment, remove bake from pan as soon as possible so that it doesn't steam.

6.  Cool completely and cut into squares.  Serve with a dollop of nut butter.

http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Cinnamon-Quinoa-Bake-21799042

Motivation Monday

These are often forgotten but very important.  Make time for the simple things during the week!

Fit Friday

Here is a great at-home workout to work that core!!!

Topic Thursday

Taking time for yourself is SO important.  It helps you connect with yourself and relieve stress.  Here are some great ways to take a break and focus on YOU!

Wellness Wednesday

Cereal is an easy go-to for breakfasts and snacks.  But so many are high-sugar, crash-inducing products.  Check these cereals out to help curb the sugar, get in some fiber and help you feel fuller longer.

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great way to take basic chicken up a notch!

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce - You can use gluten - free soy sauce to make thisrecipe gluten - free
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• juice of one lime
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ¼ teaspoon of salt
• ¼ teaspoon of pepper
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste
• 2 tablespoon cilantro
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts - cut into bite size pieces

Instructions

1. In a bowl - combine soy sauce, salt, pepper, honey vegetable oil, garlic, lime, red pepper flakes, and 1 tablespoon of cilantro
2. Place chicken in the marinade - cover and place in the fridge for 1 hour
3. Place chicken on skewers and heat on a grill or fry pan - cook each side for a couple minutes --- I like to cook one piece of chicken separately so I can check when it should be done
4. Sprinkle the rest of the cilantro on top
5. Enjoy

Source:  Here

Motivation Monday

I think this quote pertains to any and all aspects in our lives!

Fit Friday

Running short on time this weekend?  Give this one-song workout a try and feel flawless!

Topic Thursday

Enjoy with breakfast, before you exercise, or as dessert, bananas provide many benefits for your health!

Wellness Wednesday

Feeling stressed?  Give meditation a try and feel yourself feeling refreshed and refocused when you are done!

Tasty Tuesday

Add some color and flavor to your summer grill out with this recipe!

Chicken Fajita Kebabs with Cilantro Pesto

Ingredients

- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

- 1 clove garlic

- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

- salt and pepper to taste

- 3 tbsp. olive oil

- 1 1/4 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes

- 32 cherry tomatoes

- 1 red onion, cut into large pieces

- 3 peppers, cut into large pieces (green, yellow, and orange)

- 8 to 16 wooden skewers

Instructions

1. In a food processor, pulse cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese until smooth.  Add in the olive oil one teaspoon at a time until fully combined.

2. Put the pesto into a large ziplock bag along with the chicken cubes.  Seal and refrigerate for at least an hour to marinate.

3. While marinating, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes (or use metal skewers).

4. Assemble the skewers by placing a cherry tomato on the stick, followed by chicken, onion, and pepper.  Repeat to the end of the skewer.

5. Spray your grill with nonstick spray.

6. Add the skewers to the grill and cook for 16-20 minutes, turning once around 7 or 8 minutes.  Check frequently, depending on the thickness of the chicken and temperature of the grill, the chicken could cook much faster.

7. Serve with lime, on their own, or with rice. Enjoy!

http://www.thecookierookie.com/chicken-fajita-kebabs-cilantro-pesto/

Motivation Monday

Shine bright and be proud of who you are!

Fit Friday

Don't have enough time, no problem, this workout only takes about 20 minutes to complete!

Topic Thursday

You know cold water with lemon is great for your body but here are 5 reasons why warm water with lemon is good for your body too!

Wellness Wednesday

This powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredient is so easy to add to your diet.  Put a teaspoon in your oatmeal, yogurt, smoothies, salads, and so much more!

Tasty Tuesday

Quinoa Avocado Spinach Power Salad

Ingredients:

- 1 cup dry quinoa

- 2 medium avocados

- 3 oz. baby spinach

- 8 oz. cherry tomatoes

- 3 green onions

(For the dressing)

- 1 or 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar

- 2 tbsp. olive oil

- 1/8 tsp. salt

Directions:

1. Cook the quinoa according to package directions.

2. Make the dressing by mixing together all of the ingredients in a small bowl.

3. Roughly chop the spinach and place in a large bowl.

4. Slice the green onions, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the avocado.

5. When quinoa is done cooking, add it to the large bowl with spinach and toss.  The heat from the quinoa will lightly wilt the spinach.

6. Add the green onions, tomatoes, and dressing.  Stir to combine.

7. Add the avocado and lightly toss.

8. Serve immediately or refrigerate to let flavors blend more.

http://www.thegardengrazer.com/2014/04/quinoa-avocado-spinach-power-salad.html?m=1

Motivation Monday

Don't sell yourself short, you are capable of doing anything you put your mind to!

Fit Friday

Here is a great, no equipment needed, workout!  Can you get through it 2 times?