Happy Holidays!

The GV Wellness Blog will be taking a bit of a hiatus for the Holidays!  But it will be back with lots of great motivation, health & wellness tips and awesome workouts to help you start 2015 with a bang!
Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!

Fit Friday

Here is a Lucky #7 workout!!!

Topic Thursday

Are you 'Nuts' for Nuts?  I know I am but these healthy little nuggets can pack on the calories if you don't practice portion control.  Here is a great guide to show you what 200 calories looks like!

Wellness Wednesday

We are all stressed at some point and so we need to find healthy ways to deal with that stress.  How many of the below do you incorporate into your life?

Tasty Tuesday

Almost all kids love chicken nuggets.  But most store bought nuggets have an ingredient list a mile long and include some not-so-great additives, etc.  Next time your kiddos (or even you!) want nuggets, here is a super simple recipe you can whip up---or better yet, have them help you!


Seasoned Baked Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients

• 1 lb. boneless chicken breasts (or tenders), cut into small bite sized pieces (1/2-inch by 1-inch)
• 3 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian herbs
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
• Cooking spray

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°.
2. Add the chicken with the oil followed by the salt, Italian herbs, garlic salt, oregano, and black pepper.  Massage the chicken with the spices thoroughly.
3. Add the chicken, panko bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese to a zip top bag.  Seal the bag and squeeze the bread crumbs onto the chicken multiple times (as shown in the photo).
4. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
5. Lay the breaded chicken nuggets on the baking sheet in a single layer.
6. Spray the top side of the chicken with cooking spray.
7. Bake for 8 minutes on each side.
8. Serve immediately.

Motivation Monday

I just love this saying!!!

Fit Friday

Here is a great at-home workout you can do any time and anywhere!

Topic Thursday

Here's a topic we don't discuss very often but it IS important!!!  You need to be aware of you body and its functions...so let's talk pee...everyone does it but is yours 'normal'??  :-)

Wellness Wednesday

If an injury should arise, it's always good to know what your best plan of attack is--should I ice it?  Use heat?  It can be confusing but here is a great guide to know what to do!

Tasty Tuesday

 Here is a great recipe for Brussels Sprouts--even if you think you don't like them, you need to give this recipe a try!  Delicious!!!




 Ingredients List

• Brussels Sprouts
• Olive Oil
• Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
• Sea Salt
• Balsamic Vinegar

 Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°. Trim the stem end off the rinsed Brussels sprouts, remove any bad leaves, then cut the sprout in half lengthwise. Place in a bowl and add enough olive oil to lightly coat them – just a tablespoon or so – again depending on how many you are making. Now sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Now add a tablespoon or two of balsamic vinegar – about the same amount as the olive oil. Toss this all together well and place on a non-greased baking sheet cut side down. Place in oven and roast 15 minutes. Then turn the sprouts over and cooking another 15 minutes. If your sprouts are large you may need a little more time. Enjoy!