Motivation Monday

I feel like this was made just for me! :-)  Here's a great reminder to start the week!

Fit Friday

I love this simple and quick workout to help energize me for the day!

Topic Thursday

Take some time to simply be...be mindful of what's going on.  It may seem silly but will help relieve stress.

Wellness Wednesday

Tasty Tuesday

When the temps drop, nothing beats a warm bowl of soup!  This soup can be altered for your food preferences (use white rice or cauliflower rice, etc.). You can make this in an Insta-Pot or on the stove top!  Enjoy!



Stuffed Pepper Soup

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons garlic oil
• 2 pounds grass fed ground beef
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons italian seasoning (check ingredients for no onion or garlic)
• 2 (14.5oz) cans diced fire roasted canned tomatoes
• 1 cup strained tomatoes (or tomato sauce if not low fodmap)
• 3 whole bell peppers (not green) chopped
• 1 bunch green onions chopped- about 1/2 cup
• 1/2 cup water (for stove-top)
• 3 cups white rice or cauliflower rice for Whole30

INSTRUCTIONS

INSTANT POT INSTRUCTIONS

• Press the "saute" button and add the oil, beef, salt, and seasoning and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat and stirring regularly. Hit "cancel". 
• Add in the tomatoes, peppers, and green onion and stir well. 
• Place the lid on, make sure the valve is closed. Press the "manual" button and then adjust the time to 10 minutes. 
• Hit "cancel" and release the pressure. Serve with rice or cauliflower rice. 

STOVE-TOP INSTRUCTIONS

• Add garlic oil to a large skillet and cook the peppers over medium heat for 5 minutes, until tender. 
• Add the beef, salt, and seasoning and cook until browned, 5-7 minutes. Add in the tomatoes, green onions and water and cook 10 minutes. Add in the rice if using it. Serve hot. 

Source:  https://www.realfoodwithjessica.com/2017/12/31/paleo-whole30-stuffed-pepper-soup/

Motivation Monday

Make someone feel great today!!!

Fit Friday

Here is a great workout to build a stronger core!

Happy Halloween!

Wellness Wednesday

Tasty Tuesday

Here are some great healthier Halloween treat ideas!!

Motivation Monday

#truth

Fit Friday

Love this one!!

Motivation Monday

Motivation Monday

This.  This is SO me.  I have to remind myself daily not to over-think EVERYTHING!  I need to hear this today!

Fit Friday

I love a good pyramid workout...here are some fun ones!!

Topic Thursday

Everyone needs to take breaks...but oftentimes we don't.  You deserve breaks and your body needs them!

Wellness Wednesday

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great way to incorporate fall's best flavor--pumpkin--into an easy healthy snack!

No-Bake Pumpkin Oatmeal Energy Balls

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 to 2 cups dry, uncooked oatmeal
• 1/2 cup all-natural peanut butter or other nut or sun butter
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup quality honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 cup mini dark chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium bowl,a add 1 and 1/2 cups oats, peanut butter, pumpkin, chia seeds, honey, vanilla, and cinnamon. Stir to combine well. You want the mixture to be soft but not too sticky. If you pick up a generous spoonful, you should be able to roll it into a ball and only make a minimal mess (it should stick together when rolled but still feel tacky on your hands). Depending on the type of oats you used (old-fashioned or quick oats), you made need to add up to a half cup more oats and stir until you reach the desired consistency. Again, it’s ok if it’s a little sticky because the oats will absorb some of the moisture after a little time passes, but unworkable sticky isn’t the goal.
2. When the mixture is workable, add the chocolate chips and stir to combine. Scoop a large spoonful into your hand and roll into balls. Repeat with remaining dough. Keep these in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer for much longer.

Source: https://www.blessthismessplease.com/no-bake-pumpkin-oatmeal-energy-bites/

Motivation Monday

Make sure you keep your focus!

Fit Friday

Here is a great cardio workout!  Guaranteed to make you sweat!