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Is Whole Grain Pasta Really Better For You ?

With more and more whole grain pasta options popping up on grocery store shelves,  many people who shunned the stuff  have now started eating it again. I mean, wouldn’t something made with whole grains be better for you then something made with white flour? Not according to www.summertomato.com. Check out this recent post: http://summertomato.com/should-i-buy-whole-grain-pasta/ Personally, [...]

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THE PLAN; Shop, Stock and Serve

I’m thrilled to announce that The Plan; Shop, Stock and Serve is now available at all online retail locations! Get your copy today! To purchase in Canada CLICK HERE To Purchase in the USA CLICK HERE Here’s a sneak peak: It’s easy to understand the concept of eating lean protein with vegetables to lose weight, [...]

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Healthy Cinnamon French Toast

I could have this for breakfast everyday. And the best part is – I should! It’s a great way to start the day packed with whole grains, fiber and lean protein! Imagine French Toast for breakfast everyday and calling yourself healthy at the same time. I love it! Cinnamon French Toast: 2 slices of Ezekiel [...]

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Chocolate Chip Bran Muffins

I have so many “healthy-baking” requests. One of the main reasons I rarely post baking recipes  is because if I’m going to post about it, I have to bake it. And if I bake it, I have a dozen little bits of delicious in my house and many of those bites of delicious will generally [...]

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Chopped Chicken Curry Salad

Chopped Chicken Curry Salad with Fruit Chutney 3 ounces chopped white meat chicken ( I used Rotisserie) 2 Tbsp Plain Non Fat Greek Yogurt ( If you can’t find Greek – just look for non fat plain) 1/2 tsp Curry Powder Dash of Cinnamon Salt and pepper to taste 15 Raisins 3 tsp Fruit Chutney [...]

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Eggs In A Muffin Tin

I recently read about this recipe in Oxygen Fitness Magazine and thought I would give it a try. These little egg muffins are everything I love about a breakfast sandwich without the sandwich! Eggs In a Muffin Tin- Bake at 350. Serves 2. 2 Eggs 4 egg whites 4 slices of Canadian Back Bacon ( [...]

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BBQ Season

With each change in season, a new way of eating presents itself. In winter, I eat a lot of soups and stews. Now that summer is peeking it’s head around the corner, I’m so excited to clean off my grill and start to barbecue! For someone who tries to eat healthy everyday, barbecue season is the easiest [...]

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I love anything and everything to do with health and fitness. Join me as I babble about great weight loss tips & tricks, what heathy recipes I'm cooking in my kitchen and the products I'm eating in my pantry! And of course I'm full of great workout ideas from basics to butt kicks.

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50′s Fitness Challenge

IntoFit | November 12th, 2009 | Workouts - Cardio, Workouts - Strength | No Comments »

Take the 50′s challenge! What is the 50′s challenge ? Last week we did 50 push ups a day for a week! This week we’re aiming for 50 squat jumps a day for a week! This is another great total body exercise ! Let me just tell you, I totally give props to squats for [...]

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50′s Fitness Challenge!

IntoFit | November 5th, 2009 | Workouts - Cardio, Workouts - Strength | 2 Comments »

Take the 50′s challenge! What is the 50′s challenge ? Preform a push up 50 times each day for a week! How do you do it ? Several times throughout the day (or just when you remember) drop to the ground and give me 10! There is no need to do them all at once – [...]

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Exercises To Tone Your Arms

IntoFit | October 27th, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | 6 Comments »

Here are five exercises to help you strengthen and tone your arms. You can do these all in one day or you an intersperse them throughout the week with other exercises. Remember, without the proper diet, toning those arms will be difficult. To see definition and tone in your muscles you need to mix strength [...]

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8 Exercises For Balance and Stability

IntoFit | September 23rd, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | 1 Comment »

Just like a car, we will rust if we don’t look after ourselves. You may not believe it- but look around you. Look at your grandmother or mother, your grandfather or father and see what age does to our bodies. Exercise is a natural form of medicine for these ailments. And building a strong core is essential to help you with stability [...]

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5 Exercises to Firm Your Butt

IntoFit | September 10th, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | No Comments »

Add one or two of these into your daily routine ! 1. Squats 2. Bridge 3. Butt Blasters 4. X Walk 5. Single Leg Squat

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10 Exercises You Can Do With Your Own Body Weight

IntoFit | August 21st, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | No Comments »

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 [...]

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What to Eat Before A Workout

IntoFit | August 17th, 2009 | Recipes and Meal Ideas, Workouts - Cardio, Workouts - Strength | 4 Comments »

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 [...]

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Exercises At The Park

IntoFit | August 4th, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | 3 Comments »

It’s summer time and you don’t need a gym to get a great workout in! Have a jog down to your local park and try these fun exercises on for size!! Step Ups: Find a park bench. Step up onto it with your right foot (pressing down through your heel). Bring your left foot up [...]

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Weekly Exercise Plan – Circuit Three

IntoFit | July 15th, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | 1 Comment »

Here it is guys! You now have three circuits you can rotate between during the week. Have a look at them, write the exercises down and take them with you to the gym or into your living room! You now have direction when you step into the gym- and knowing what your going to do when you get there [...]

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Weekly Exercise Plan – Circuit Two

IntoFit | July 7th, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | 1 Comment »

I hope that these circuits help provide direction for you at the gym or at home. So many people shy away from strength training because they simply don’t know what to do next! These three circuits should help provide you with the answers as well as variety so you don’t get bored. Do these at home or [...]

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