Fit Friday

Here is a fun workout that will make the time fly on the treadmill!  Try it out!

Topic Thursday

Back to school is a stressful time!!  Make sure you're taking time to de-stress!!  Here are some fun ways to stress less!

Wellness Wednesday

We all have a little inflammation in our bodies, but did you know chronic inflammation can reek havoc on your body?

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great breakfast that you can make in no time and it is even kid-approved!!  Great for those hectic school mornings!


On-the-Go PB & J with Banana and Granola Wrap


1 Flatout® Light Flatbread
1 Tbs reduced fat peanut butter
1 Tbs sugar-free jam
2 strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/4 banana, cut in half lengthwise
2 Tbs low fat granola

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Spread peanut butter evenly over entire Flatbread. On one rounded end, spread jam. Layer strawberry, banana and granola. Roll, cut and enjoy!

Motivation Monday

Fit Friday

Here's a great Arm Pyramid to try!

Topic Thursday

Let's talk Sleep!  Here are the healthiest sleeping positions...how do you sleep?

Wellness Wednesday

Do you include this Super Green in your daily diet?  You should, and here's why:

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a recipe for a great side dish to any main meal (or it's hearty enough to be a meal in itself!


Quinoa Vegetable Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing


Ingredients 1 cup uncooked quinoa
15 oz. can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
3 roma tomatoes
1 orange bell pepper
1 1/2 cups corn (I used frozen, thawed)
4 green onions

{For the dressing}
2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
1 1/2 tsp. basil (or fresh if you have it)

Directions
Rinse quinoa, and cook according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and basil. Set aside.
Slice green onions, dice roma tomatoes and bell pepper.
When quinoa is done cooking, let cool. Then place all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
Pour dressing over top and mix well to combine.
Can eat immediately or chill before serving.

Motivation Monday

Always strive to do things that make you happy!  Don't settle for less!  You deserve it!

Fit Friday

Here is a challenge...how many times can you do this in one day...push yourself!  You can burn 100 calories each time!  Woo Hoo!

Topic Thursday

Let's face it, there are days when all of us feel less-than inspired!  But here are some great tips to try when you're having 'one of those days'!

Wellness Wednesday

Are you sitting while looking at this post?  Most likely...but the question is, how is your posture?

Tasty Tuesday

Today I'm going to do something a little different.  With school quickly approaching, I thought it would be a good idea to do a Healthy Kid's Lunch Round-up!  So here are some great ideas and websites to help you get creative with lunch!

First up is Healthy Lunch Recipes for Kids – Food for the Brain – Part 2
There are lots of great healthy ideas on this page!


Next up is Simple and Healthy School Lunch Ideas from Simple as That



And last but not least is Healthy School Lunch Ideas from Classy Clutter

Motivation

This rings true to every aspect of your life...be AWESOME!!!

Fit Friday

Here is a great no-equipment needed workout you can do anywhere!  Sure to get that blood pumpin!

Topic Thursday

We are all a little stressed!!!  And some stress is normal and even healthy but when does stress become too much and how do we respond?  Here is a great breakdown of just how too much stress affects us.  What is your go-to for relieving stress?

What's Happening Wednesday

It's that time of year!

Time to Sign-up and TRAIN for the

Viking 5K!!!

 

Training begins on Monday, August 11th.

This 8-week program will prepare you for race day.

Contact Mindy to register

 

Click Here for more information!

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great snack for you or your kiddos to enjoy! 

Ingredients

• ½ cup pitted dates
• 1 cup dried apples (not freeze dried, these are the chewy ones)
• ½ cup oats
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor and process until it forms a thick paste.
2. Using about a tablespoon of the mixture, roll into balls. If you want the little bites, use about ¼ teaspoon

Motivation Monday

Love this!!!

Fit Friday

Here are some tips to get that metabolism burnin'!  How many of these do you already do?