Do you ever find that you perform better with a cute new outfit on? I swear – cute, new workout clothes make me run faster, run farther, lift heavier, and do more reps. Who’s with me on that?? Yeah, I figured most of you were! For that reason, I’ve decided to do this post on … More Fitness Fashion.
How often do you use the excuse “I don’t have time”? Come on, we’ve all done it! Let’s be real – 99.9% of the time, it really is just an excuse. So, next time you catch yourself saying “I’m just too busy” remember this: SOMEONE BUSIER THAN YOU IS RUNNING RIGHT NOW!
Nuts seem to be the talk of the (nutrition) town these days – especially almonds. It’s no wonder… almonds have 4 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein per serving, not to mention they are high in healthy monounsaturated fats, which help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol. Beyond that, almonds are a fantastic snack choice because … More Almonds.
It doesn’t matter if you only have 10 minutes. Or if you only have 5 lb. dumbbells. You just have to do something.
Before I even begin, let me just start by saying that not all carbohydrates are evil. In fact, we actually need some carbohydrates in our diet. However, there are two types of carbs: complex and simple – and they are not created equal. Today, I’m going to focus on simple carbohydrates and why they may be … More Are Carbohydrates Hindering Your Weight Loss?
This was on an advertisement I received in the mail (advertising Carrie Underwood’s new line of fitness clothes, which I can’t wait to try!) and I LOVE this quote! Next time you hit the snooze button instead of getting your booty out of bed to work out, repeat this to yourself… “An extra 10 minutes … More Motivation Monday.
Did you know that Alzheimer’s affects 50% of people over the age of 85? What is even scarier is that it starts 30 years before any symptoms even begin to show. Yep. Alzheimer’s could start developing as early as 30 years before you even realize it! So, what can we do to decrease our risk? Decrease the … More 6 Tips for Optimal Brain Health.
Keeping things in perspective. Have a great week!
Hey y’all! Remember the post I did a couple weeks ago about blueberries? At the end, I told you that I had anticipated having a recipe to share with you for a blueberry cobbler, but I wasn’t totally happy with how it turned out – it still needed a little tweaking. Well, I have good news … More Blueberry Cobbler.
I challenge you all this week to start thinking of food as medicine… because it is! Processed foods and refined sugars can feed diseases like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Instead, think about fighting disease with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant-rich foods. Chronic inflammation is the root cause of many diseases, so be sure to load … More Motivation Monday.
Nourished. by Jenna 