Many of us do this. We label foods as good and bad. Things like white bread, fries and chocolate find their way onto the bad team. Quinoa, lean protein and vegetables find their way onto your good team. And with these self inflicted rules you try to live each day eating only things from the [...]

The gym is not a fashion show. I wish. It always seems like the people there are all decked out in the priciest workout wear, from Lulu Lemon, to Nike to Bebe Sport. Sometimes a gym looks more like a nightclub than a gym. And I hate (let me say HATE in capitals to stress [...]

Who said Pizza couldn’t be healthy. My very favorite thing to have for lunch is a crustless Pizza. CLICK HERE to see the recipe. This is yet another healthy, easy pizza recipe. And just like the real thing, it’s just as good cold as it is hot… maybe even better Feel free to add a [...]

1. Push Ups 2. Pull Ups 3. Squats : Try simple squats, squat jumps (shooting hoops), single leg squats and squat and holds! 4. Triceps Dips 5. Lunges 6. Step Ups 7. Bridge 8. Plank : Try simple plank, plank with one foot lifted or side plank! 9. Mountain Climbers: Try these without the ball. Start [...]

I was recently on a trip visiting family where I was introduced to Bison! I can’t believe I have never had Bison before. Especially because it’s so lean and it tastes and looks just like beef! Here is the nutritional statistics on 4 ounces of lean ground Bison versus 4 ounces of lean ground Beef 4 ounces Calories Carbohydrates Protein Fat Cholesterol Bison 138 [...]

Does this sound familiar to you ? You’re bored or listless or just having a plain old regular day. You begin to pick through your fridge or cupboard looking for something to do or something that you think will satisfy you. You make a piece of toast, then pour a bowl of cereal, then grab [...]

I just signed up for my very first marathon and I’m totally psyched! Because it’s my first time, I figure I should get a few half marathons under my belt before I work towards a full! 10 years ago Jessica would never ever have imagined I would be strong enough or fit enough to run [...]

Your bodies number one choice of energy comes from carbohydrates and then from fat. Your body uses protein to help restore and rebuild your mussels. So it only seems fitting that before a workout you want to make sure you get a good amount of all three macro-nutrients. I think the best way to plan your pre-workout meal or [...]

10 minutes of laps in the pool 12 minutes  of jump rope 12 minutes walking up stairs 17 minutes weeding & gardening 18 minutes of tennis 20 minute leisurely bike ride 22 minutes washing the floors 25 minutes mowing the lawn 35 minutes leisurely walking 35 minutes at the driving range * Based on a 150 pound women who [...]

I know I sound like every health book out there when I tell you to eat almonds. Yup, they’re good for you and because of the fiber and protein in them, they are supposed to help keep you full. Of all the nuts, almonds have the highest amount of protein, fiber (over 10% of your RDA), Calcium (Just under 10% [...]