Hello Peeps,
I wanna apologize for being absent yesterday.
I am here today just to say i am thankful its Fri. I hope you all enjoy your weekend.
I hope to chat with you on Mon.
Until then don't forget your goals and always Dream
Friday, January 18, 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
WorkOut Wed!!
How are those "New Years Resolutions" coming along? Have you slacked a little??? Well come on buttercuP!! It's been two weeks and i am still trying hard but have definataly feel the slowing of my momentum! Here i a work out i found at evepostapple.com! I can already feel how sore i am going to be for days! Let me know how you like it? Have you checked out her blog yet? Its so inspiring!!
You can do this workout up to three days each week for a full body BURRRNN!!
WOD:
10 Minute Warm Up
4 SETS Circuit #1
30 sec burpees
30 sec pushups (feet on bench)
30 sec squats with overhead dumbbell press)
1 minute plank (lift one leg at a time to make it harder)
4 SETS CIRCUIT #2
30 sec lunges with dumbbells
30 sec box jumps
30 sec side lunges with dumbbells
30 sec one legged squat to bench
1 minute side plank w/t-raise
4 SETS CIRCUIT #3
30 sec triceps dips
30 sec high knees
30 sec concentration curls with dumbbells
30 sec front raise/side raise with dumbbells
1 minute plank rows
CARDIO:
**25-Minute Sprint Intervals**
Choose a piece of cardio equipment ie. treadmill, bike, elliptical and do 30-60 sec sprints with 30-60 sec rest, repeat for 25 mins
You can do this workout up to three days each week for a full body BURRRNN!!
WOD:
10 Minute Warm Up
4 SETS Circuit #1
30 sec burpees
30 sec pushups (feet on bench)
30 sec squats with overhead dumbbell press)
1 minute plank (lift one leg at a time to make it harder)
4 SETS CIRCUIT #2
30 sec lunges with dumbbells
30 sec box jumps
30 sec side lunges with dumbbells
30 sec one legged squat to bench
1 minute side plank w/t-raise
4 SETS CIRCUIT #3
30 sec triceps dips
30 sec high knees
30 sec concentration curls with dumbbells
30 sec front raise/side raise with dumbbells
1 minute plank rows
CARDIO:
**25-Minute Sprint Intervals**
Choose a piece of cardio equipment ie. treadmill, bike, elliptical and do 30-60 sec sprints with 30-60 sec rest, repeat for 25 mins
GET YOUR SWEAT ON
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Tastey Tuesday
Hello there!!
Happy for Tuesday and the rain.
Today i wanna share a few recipes i wanna try that look delectable and are still healthy!! I have done ok with my eating fell a little yesterday but back on track today!! I read an article earlier today about changing the way we feel about the way we talk to ourseleves!
Changing from I Can’t to I Don’t
The minute i tell myself i can not do something guess what is the only thing on my mind?? You got it, whatever it was i said i couldn't do. I think it is just our nature. Now think about it this way, I don't want! Now we have the control of the situation. So next time you think "Oh shucks, i can't have a piece of that cheesecake!" Say instead, "Wow i don't want that cheesecake, i will only feel bad after." Try it. let me know how it works for you!!
I will try these soon (I hope) and let you know whai i think!! Maybe even post a pic or two of my actual creations lol. i got these super yummy recipes (and pictures) from a great blog http://www.zainsaraswatijamal.com/site/!! Check it out!!
Now to the recipes!!!
FEAST YOUR EYES ON THIS!! (wipe your chin your drooling)
Happy for Tuesday and the rain.
Today i wanna share a few recipes i wanna try that look delectable and are still healthy!! I have done ok with my eating fell a little yesterday but back on track today!! I read an article earlier today about changing the way we feel about the way we talk to ourseleves!
Changing from I Can’t to I Don’t
The minute i tell myself i can not do something guess what is the only thing on my mind?? You got it, whatever it was i said i couldn't do. I think it is just our nature. Now think about it this way, I don't want! Now we have the control of the situation. So next time you think "Oh shucks, i can't have a piece of that cheesecake!" Say instead, "Wow i don't want that cheesecake, i will only feel bad after." Try it. let me know how it works for you!!
I will try these soon (I hope) and let you know whai i think!! Maybe even post a pic or two of my actual creations lol. i got these super yummy recipes (and pictures) from a great blog http://www.zainsaraswatijamal.com/site/!! Check it out!!
Now to the recipes!!!
FEAST YOUR EYES ON THIS!! (wipe your chin your drooling)
Zain’s Homemade Veggie Burger & Chunky Parsnip Fries
So we are just over a week into the New Year and I am sure that you are holding steadfast to your resolutions of health and fitness. After all of the indulging over the holidays it can be difficult to make the switch to simpler tastes and salad based meals.
I wanted to share a super healthy and delicious recipe that you can sink your teeth into without worrying that it will mess up all of your hard work, not to mention, this recipe is one that you can prepare in advance, freeze or refrigerate and heat up to take for your packed lunch the following day.
Zain’s Homemade Sweet Potato & Nut Veggie Burger
Ingredients:
*Makes 4 Burgers, Takes 20 Minutes
14oz Can Unsalted Pinto Beans (I use Eden Organics)
8oz Baked Yam (skin removed)
32g Walnuts (finely chopped, roasted)
4 Tbsp Sunflower Seeds (roasted)
Dash of Bragg’s Seasoning
1 Whole Egg (slightly beaten) OR 2 Tbsp Egg Replacement
1/4 White Onion (diced)
1/2 Tsp Ground Cumin
1/16 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
1/8 Tsp Onion Powder
1/8 Tsp Garlic Powder
1/8 Tsp Cayenne Powder
1/4 Tsp Baking Powder
Optional Toppings:
Iceberg Lettuce (chopped), Tomato (sliced), Avocado (sliced), Sprouts, Whole Grain Mustard, Clean Ketchup (1/2 Cup tomato paste, 1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar, 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder, 1/4 Tsp Onion Powder, 11/2 Packets Stevia, Salt to taste), Low-Sodium Pickles
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350. On a sprayed baking sheet, roast walnuts and sunflower seeds with Bragg’s seasoning, for 7-9 minutes or until golden. Set aside
2. Mash pinto beans with fork or in food processor and mix with baked yam, walnuts, sunflower seeds and egg or egg replacement. Add all spices and baking powder and mix well.
3. Roll mixture into balls and flatten with hands into 4 patties.
4. Heat and spray pan or grill and cook the burgers until golden and slightly crispy on each side. Meanwhile, prepare mango chutney by mixing all ingredients together well and allow to chill until serving.
5. Wrap in 2-4 large lettuce leaves (rather than buns) and top with mango chutney.
Zain’s Chunky Parsnip Fries
5 Large Parsnips
2 Tsp Olive Oil
1 Sprig Fresh Rosemary Or Dill (optional)
Himalayan Crystal Salt & Ground Pepper
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Toss parsnips with oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast on top rack for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
So we are just over a week into the New Year and I am sure that you are holding steadfast to your resolutions of health and fitness. After all of the indulging over the holidays it can be difficult to make the switch to simpler tastes and salad based meals.
I wanted to share a super healthy and delicious recipe that you can sink your teeth into without worrying that it will mess up all of your hard work, not to mention, this recipe is one that you can prepare in advance, freeze or refrigerate and heat up to take for your packed lunch the following day.
Zain’s Homemade Sweet Potato & Nut Veggie Burger
Ingredients:
*Makes 4 Burgers, Takes 20 Minutes
14oz Can Unsalted Pinto Beans (I use Eden Organics)
8oz Baked Yam (skin removed)
32g Walnuts (finely chopped, roasted)
4 Tbsp Sunflower Seeds (roasted)
Dash of Bragg’s Seasoning
1 Whole Egg (slightly beaten) OR 2 Tbsp Egg Replacement
1/4 White Onion (diced)
1/2 Tsp Ground Cumin
1/16 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
1/8 Tsp Onion Powder
1/8 Tsp Garlic Powder
1/8 Tsp Cayenne Powder
1/4 Tsp Baking Powder
Optional Toppings:
Iceberg Lettuce (chopped), Tomato (sliced), Avocado (sliced), Sprouts, Whole Grain Mustard, Clean Ketchup (1/2 Cup tomato paste, 1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar, 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder, 1/4 Tsp Onion Powder, 11/2 Packets Stevia, Salt to taste), Low-Sodium Pickles
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350. On a sprayed baking sheet, roast walnuts and sunflower seeds with Bragg’s seasoning, for 7-9 minutes or until golden. Set aside
2. Mash pinto beans with fork or in food processor and mix with baked yam, walnuts, sunflower seeds and egg or egg replacement. Add all spices and baking powder and mix well.
3. Roll mixture into balls and flatten with hands into 4 patties.
4. Heat and spray pan or grill and cook the burgers until golden and slightly crispy on each side. Meanwhile, prepare mango chutney by mixing all ingredients together well and allow to chill until serving.
5. Wrap in 2-4 large lettuce leaves (rather than buns) and top with mango chutney.
Zain’s Chunky Parsnip Fries
5 Large Parsnips
2 Tsp Olive Oil
1 Sprig Fresh Rosemary Or Dill (optional)
Himalayan Crystal Salt & Ground Pepper
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Toss parsnips with oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast on top rack for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Zain’s Coconut Banana & Date Breakfast Muffins
***Gluten-Free and Option for Vegan***
3/4 Cup Almond Flour, Coconut Flour or Other Gluten-Free Flour (Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free flour works great)
3/4 Cup Uncontaminated Oats
1 Large Banana (sliced)
2 Tbsp Coconut Butter
1/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
1/4 Cup Organic Light Coconut Milk
2 Whole Eggs OR for Vegan substitution - 11/2 Tbsp Flax Seeds in warm water (allow to sit for 5 minutes until gelatinous)
1 tsp Baking Powder
1 tsp Baking Soda
1/2 Cup Unsweetened Coconut
10 Medjool Dates (chopped)
1 Tsp Cinnamon
1/2 Tsp Vanilla
60-75 Drops Vanilla Creme Stevia
2 Scoops Vanilla Protein Powder of Your Choice (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and line muffin tins with paper cups (or grease them really well with coconut oil)
2. In a food processor, combine the oats and gluten-free flour of your choice and blend to a powder consistency, then add all of the remaining ingredients - except banana, dates and coconut - and blend to a thick batter consistency.
3. Stir in banana, dates and coconut by hand into the batter.
4. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and cook for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean! Serve warm OR store in an airtight container for up to 6 days.
***Gluten-Free and Option for Vegan***
3/4 Cup Almond Flour, Coconut Flour or Other Gluten-Free Flour (Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free flour works great)
3/4 Cup Uncontaminated Oats
1 Large Banana (sliced)
2 Tbsp Coconut Butter
1/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
1/4 Cup Organic Light Coconut Milk
2 Whole Eggs OR for Vegan substitution - 11/2 Tbsp Flax Seeds in warm water (allow to sit for 5 minutes until gelatinous)
1 tsp Baking Powder
1 tsp Baking Soda
1/2 Cup Unsweetened Coconut
10 Medjool Dates (chopped)
1 Tsp Cinnamon
1/2 Tsp Vanilla
60-75 Drops Vanilla Creme Stevia
2 Scoops Vanilla Protein Powder of Your Choice (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and line muffin tins with paper cups (or grease them really well with coconut oil)
2. In a food processor, combine the oats and gluten-free flour of your choice and blend to a powder consistency, then add all of the remaining ingredients - except banana, dates and coconut - and blend to a thick batter consistency.
3. Stir in banana, dates and coconut by hand into the batter.
4. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and cook for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean! Serve warm OR store in an airtight container for up to 6 days.
Going Green
Today is another new week!! I am so glad for the weekends. They give us a time to refresh our minds and body's! I hope your weekend was great.
We left Friday for a weekend retreat at "Hunting Camp."
I was very aprehensive. The drive was long and it was cold. We got there right around dark. Thank goodness our friends were there already and had dinner ready!!Even better they like to eat clean!! Wahoo!! Then right to the hunting lol
My DD shot her firtst deer Sat. morning and another that evening!! She was so happy!! She got right in there with her dad gutting and skinning. She disected the stomach, she just had to know what her deet had been eating!! went through all the organs one by one, she loved every aspect of the process!! She will make a great vetranarian some day!!!
Sun we cleaned up and made it home just in time to watch the Texans and Pats play some ball!! Sat by the fire cuddled up with my puppies and rooted on my team!! GO PATS!! Winner!!!
Enough of my weekend recap and onto the funner stuff!!
We are gonna talk about the color of the year. I am still not in love with it, but i found a few pictures. Let me know what you think!!!
So, there you go! Just a few of the things i thought looked fun in the color of 2013!
Thanks for stopping in.
Dream
PS: I just realized i hit save instead of publish!! Sorry this is a day late!!
We left Friday for a weekend retreat at "Hunting Camp."
I was very aprehensive. The drive was long and it was cold. We got there right around dark. Thank goodness our friends were there already and had dinner ready!!Even better they like to eat clean!! Wahoo!! Then right to the hunting lol
My DD shot her firtst deer Sat. morning and another that evening!! She was so happy!! She got right in there with her dad gutting and skinning. She disected the stomach, she just had to know what her deet had been eating!! went through all the organs one by one, she loved every aspect of the process!! She will make a great vetranarian some day!!!
Sun we cleaned up and made it home just in time to watch the Texans and Pats play some ball!! Sat by the fire cuddled up with my puppies and rooted on my team!! GO PATS!! Winner!!!
Enough of my weekend recap and onto the funner stuff!!
We are gonna talk about the color of the year. I am still not in love with it, but i found a few pictures. Let me know what you think!!!
So, there you go! Just a few of the things i thought looked fun in the color of 2013!
Thanks for stopping in.
Dream
PS: I just realized i hit save instead of publish!! Sorry this is a day late!!
Friday, January 11, 2013
R&R
Headed out to camp for the weekend.
Maybe i will do some serious brainstorming/soul searching on finding my blog voice!!!
What do i really want to accomplish with this blog?
Everyone enjoy your weekend.
DREAM
Maybe i will do some serious brainstorming/soul searching on finding my blog voice!!!
What do i really want to accomplish with this blog?
Everyone enjoy your weekend.
DREAM
Thursday, January 10, 2013
THANKFUL THURSDAY
Here is a quote i found, i just had to share! I am definitely thankful for laughter!!
I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose.
Woody Allen
It is funny however, when somebody else blows milk out their nose!!
Take time to be thankful today.
I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose.
Woody Allen
It is funny however, when somebody else blows milk out their nose!!
Take time to be thankful today.
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
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