Happy Halloween!

Fit Friday

Give these core moves a try!

Topic Thursday

Who doesn’t LOVE ice cream? It is my favorite dessert, no doubt!! I have recently found a new alternative to the beloved Blue Bunny or Ben & Jerry’s. Give Halo Top a try!! 

Wellness Wednesday

Sadly, exercise is the least prescribed form of medicine but there are SO many benefits, especially for your mental and emotional health!! 

Tasty Tuesday

I have been obsessed with spaghetti squash lately… This is definitely a yummy recipe to try!!

Ingredients

•About 3 cups cooked spaghetti squash

•2 large garden tomatoes sliced

•Kosher Salt

•Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Dried Basil, and Dried Parsley for sprinkling

•5oz of fancy shredded Mexican cheese blend (separated)

•Fresh Basil for Garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. Spray a 11 x 9 casserole dish with non-stick spray.

3. Spread about 1 cup of spaghetti squash on the bottom.

4. Top with a layer of sliced tomatoes. Sprinkle with kosher salt and spices.

5. Top with 1.5 oz of cheese.

6. Add another layer of squash, then tomatoes, spices and cheese. Top with a final layer of squash.

7. Top with the last 2 oz of cheese and sprinkle with the spices one last time.

8. Bake for 30 minutes uncovered.

9. Top with some fresh cut basil and cut into 6 serving sizes about 3×3 inches each.

Motivation Monday

Teddy Roosevelt said it best! 

Fit Friday

Try this fun fall-themed pyramid workout!

Topic Thursday

Tis the season for everything “pumpkin”… Here are some benefits of pumpkin!

Wellness Wednesday

Balance between the mind and body is key!

Tasty Tuesday

Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites

http://paleogrubs.com/pumpkin-pie-energy-bites-recipe

Ingredients:

1 cup pitted Medjool dates

1/2 cup pecans

1/3 cup pumpkin puree

1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

2 tsp vanilla

1 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp nutmeg

1/4 tsp ground cloves

Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Place the dates into a small bowl and cover with water. Let soak for 10 minutes, then drain.
2. Place the pecans into a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Add in the rest of the ingredients, including the soaked dates. Pulse until combined. Adjust the spices to taste. Place into the refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill.
3. Use your hands to form the dough into small balls. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Servings: 16 balls

Motivation Monday

Boom! Get after it this week. 

Fit Friday

Here is an awesome workout you can do anywhere!  Try this one out!

Topic Thursday

When we have a small injury or problem area, it can be hard to remember if we're supposed to ice it or give it heat.  Here is a great cheat sheet!

Wellness Wednesday

Add a handful of these super nuts to your snack!  They are SO good and good for you!

Tasty Tuesday

Here is one of the easiest yet tastiest recipes!  5 Ingredients and it's healthy!  Win-Win! :-)

Ingredients:

• 1 spaghetti squash (approximately 2 lbs)
• 1 lb chicken breasts, cubed
• 24 ounces marinara/pasta sauce
• 4 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Directions:

1. Cut spaghetti squash in half crosswise and scoop out the seeds.
2. Pour pasta sauce in the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Add spaghetti squash
4. Add chicken and seasonings.
5. Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 5-6

Motivation Monday

Get that GLITTER out! :-)

It's time for a recharge and a little break...regular blog posts will be up again next week!