"Holiday inflammation? What the...?" I know, that's what you're probably thinking. I'll get to that in a bit. But first, and very much related: I ate a LOT of crap over the Thanksgiving weekend. Honestly, I'll probably do the same over Christmas too. I debated telling you … [Read more...]
Your Post-Thanksgiving Day Workout
This is going to be so much fun! Try to remember what you ate for your Thanksgiving meal and calculate a decent estimate of the following. Turkey/ham/chicken/beef/fish: for every ounce over 6 ounces: 1 push-up per ounce Anything that contained a "potato" of any kind: 20 … [Read more...]
Apple “Pie” in Under Five!
I've got a big sweet tooth. I don't deprive myself of sweets and treats, if I want something I am going to have it. That being said, I want a sweet treat every day, especially right after dinner.... SO I love finding and trying out ideas that satisfy my sweet tooth AND are … [Read more...]
Chocolate Indulgence (without the dairy!)
Finding out I was lactose intolerant made my taste buds cry a little. I was a lover of all things thick and creamy, and had a constant craving for chocolate. After some grieving, I decided that it just meant I had to get creative in finding ways to recreate chocolate creamy … [Read more...]
Paleo Dessert Fuel
Fresh, Natural, and Real Foods: I need a little paleo to get me through my WODs. A few weeks ago, you might have read already, I got to compete in DC's SuperFit Trident CrossFit competition. And if you know me at all, you know that competition for me isn't necessarily about … [Read more...]