Topic Thursday

Our topic today is Motivation...it's hard to find it and even harder to keep it!  Here are some tips to help keep you motivated!

Wellness Wednesday

Here is a great guide to decoding what some of the terminology on our expiration dates mean!

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great Spring/Summer dish that will help you get in those healthy Omega 3 fats!

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa
(serves 4)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs salmon, cut into 4 pieces
• 1 tbs olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
Avocado salsa
• 1 avocado, peeled, seeded and sliced
• 1 small red onion, sliced
• 3 mild or hot peppers, seeded and deveined, diced or sliced
• Juice from 2 limes
• 3 tbs olive oil
• 2 tbs finely chopped cilantro
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Mix the salt, coriander, cumin, paprika, onion and black pepper together, rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and this seasoning mix, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Pre-heat the grill.
3. Combine the avocado, onion, hot peppers, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil and salt in a bowl and mix well, chill until ready to use.
4. Grill the salmon to desired doneness.
5. Serve the salmon topped with the avocado salsa

Source:  Here

Motivation Monday

This is SO true and can apply to ANY aspect of your life!

Fit Friday

Had a busy day?  No problem, it's never too late to make time for a quick workout!

Tournament Thursday

 Try something new this summer with a large lawn tic tac toe board.  Play a fun game with the family while being active and off the couch!  For a full description on how to make this game click on the link below!

http://www.livingwellspendingless.com/2014/08/04/giant-diy-tic-tac-toe-board/

Wellness Wednesday

Feeling a little stiff after work?  Find some time to incorporate these stretches either before work, after work, or right before bed.  They will bring you some much needed relief!

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great throw-in-the-blender breakfast or snack!

Ingredients:

-  1 cup quartered strawberries

-  1 sliced banana

-  1/4 cup raw almonds

-  1/2 cup raw oats

-  1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt

-  1 tsp. honey

Directions:

1.  Blend almonds and oats in a blender until finely chopped.

2.  Add strawberries, banana, Greek yogurt, and honey to the blender and blend until smooth.

3.  If you like a thinner smoothie add some almond milk until your desired consistency is reached.  Enjoy on the go or in your home!

Motivation Monday

Make sure that the things you say to yourself are positive!!  Stay away from those negative thoughts!!

Fit Friday

Get your sweat on this weekend.  Don't have a jump rope, no problem, try some high knees instead!

Topic Thursday

Add some color and tasty peppers to your plate by adding them to a stir-fry, salad, or eating them raw with hummus or avocado.

Wellness Wednesday

Give this list a try when you find yourself wandering into the kitchen.  Swap things out or make a personalized list that works for you!

Tasty Tuesday

It's time to fire up those grills!  Try this burger out!!

Turkey Burgers

Ingredients:

-  1 lb. ground turkey meat

-  1 medium red onion, finely chopped

-  1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced (or whatever fresh herbs you like)

-  1 tbsp. garlic powder

-  1 tsp. salt

-  1 tsp. pepper

Directions:

1.  Mix ingredients together and form 4 patties.

2.  Grill on medium heat for 7 minutes a side or until cooked through.  Serve hot.

3.  Top with your favorite burger toppings.  My personal favorite is romaine lettuce, tomato, reduced sugar ketchup, and mustard.  They are even great without a bun!

Motivation Monday

It's time to tackle the things you don't think you can do...because YOU CAN!!!

Fit Friday

20 minutes...all you need for a great workout!  You can do this workout anywhere--no excuses!

Topic Thursday

The healthy choice isn't more expensive...really it's not.  We pay for convenience and that is what most pre-packed items are--convenient.  Yes, it might take a bit more work but you will save $ and calories!

Wellness Wednesday

Store-bought salad dressings are full of ingredients you want to avoid.  Here are some dressings you can make at home, in no time flat and can feel much better about!

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great recipe to liven up chicken!  Super easy and super tasty!!

Grilled Stuffed Chicken Italiano

Ingredients

• 4 - 4 oz. chicken breasts
• 4 roasted red pepper strips
• approximately 20 baby spinach leaves
• 4 String Cheese
• light Italian dressing for basting

Instructions

Preheat indoor or outdoor grill to med-high.

1. Butterfly the chicken breasts*
2. Place about 5 baby spinach leaves in middle, slightly to one side.
3. Put roasted red pepper, and String Cheese on top of spinach.
4. Roll like a cigar, and put 1-2 toothpicks on ends to hold together well.
5. Grill for 5 minutes, turn and grill 5 more minutes. Check for doneness and turn again if needed, until cooked through (10-15 minutes depending on you grill and thickness of chicken).
6. Serve as is or slice to ensure chicken is fully cooked.

Source:  Here

Motivation Monday

Here is a great mantra to start your week!

Fit Friday

Try this workout to spice up your squats!!  Your quads will get in some serious work on this one!





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Topic Thursday

We all could use a good dose of self-care.  Take some time for YOU!

Wellness Wednesday

Bananas can get a bad rap sometimes but this super convenient 'fast food' is good for you!!!  Here are just some of the benefits of the Banana!