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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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Resistance Band Exercises – Part 6

IntoFit | January 14th, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | 3 Comments »

Were moving down our body tackling each major muscle group. Here are two chest exercises you can add to your workout! Chest Press Loop your resistance band in the jam of a door with the door hook provided. Stand far enough away from the door so that you create the right amount of resistance for you. Raise your [...]

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Resistance Band Exercises – Part 5

IntoFit | January 8th, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | 4 Comments »

I know I have been throwing a bunch of exercises at you. My point is to provide you with a reference so that you have exercises to choose from when working out at home or at the gym. So many people shy away from strength training because they simply don’t know what to do! These posts are here [...]

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Resistance Band Exercises – Part 4

IntoFit | January 5th, 2009 | Workouts - Strength | 4 Comments »

Here are two shoulder exercises that you can do with your resistance bands. Upright Rows In a neutral position with your core activated, stand on your resistance band, holding the handles. With the handles in front of you and touching each other, raise your hands just below your chin so that your elbows poke out. Bring your [...]

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Resistance Band Exercises – Part 3

IntoFit | December 31st, 2008 | Workouts - Strength | No Comments »

It’s New Years eve day, and that’s all the more reason to get a work out in! Here are two more exercises for your triceps. It’s great to know 2 or even 3 exercises for each muscle! You can switch it up so you and your muscles don’t get bored! Bent Over Tricep Extensions: Loop your resistance band [...]

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Resistance Band Exercises – Part 2

IntoFit | December 26th, 2008 | Workouts - Strength | 1 Comment »

Back At It! I didn’t lie when I said Christmas was only one day! And now that we’re 6 days into Chanukah, lets get ride of any left-over treats and start our new year off early! Here are some resistance band exercises you can do for your triceps! These are great for that bit of extra skin at [...]

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Resistance Band Exercises – Part 1

IntoFit | December 22nd, 2008 | Workouts - Strength | 7 Comments »

I’m so excited to be starting posts on exercise bands. These exercises are the same ones you would do with free weights at the gym, but the advantage is that you don’t have to have a bunch of different weights in your house. All you need is one band! When you stand on your exercise [...]

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How To Use Resistance Bands

IntoFit | December 16th, 2008 | Workouts - Strength | 2 Comments »

I’m about to start a series of posts on Resistance Bands. I love these things because they are cheap to buy and easy to use at home. No gym membership required! Especially during the holidays when many of us are on vacation -or like- me sleeping in our fathers basements- these are a great alternative [...]

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Exercises You Can Do At Home

IntoFit | December 1st, 2008 | Workouts - Strength | No Comments »

Between the “No weight, Just You” and the “Stability Ball” series, you’ve learnt over 25 new exercises. All of which you can do at home! Now what ? Well, a great way to approach all these new exercises is to pick 2 exercises from the Stability Ball series, and have a look back at the “No Weights, [...]

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Stability Ball Exercises – Part 7

IntoFit | November 28th, 2008 | Workouts - Strength | 1 Comment »

This is the final exercise in the Stability Ball series – for now. After today, you’ll have over 10 exercises you can do at home with your Stability Ball. Your tummy should be flat in no time! I saved my favorite for last! Stability Ball Jack Hammer You can do this as demonstrated in the picture, with your forearms on [...]

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Stability Ball Exercises – Part 6

IntoFit | November 26th, 2008 | Workouts - Strength | 1 Comment »

Here are two more exercises you can do at home with your stability ball to strengthen those core muscles. Basic Crunch with a Ball This exercise is very simple. Just perform a basic crunch! This time place your feet on top of the ball so that you have a 90 degree bend at your knees with your feet [...]

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