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Passion Planner: Make Resolutions Happen
There have been a number of people throughout the last year who have asked how I fit everything in – LegallyFit, lawyering, working out, meal planning, being a wife, a friend, and a mom. I am exhausted just thinking about it! Read More →
Spin to Win: Benefits of Spin
Why is it that all of my friends happen to teach spin? Don’t get me wrong, I love getting sweaty, fitting in a good workout, and rocking out to feel-good music, but spin? It’s not my cup of tea. My hips lock up and I feel like an uncoordinated leggy mess. Read More →
Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
The season is upon us – turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, oh my! Say hello to the holidays and copious amounts of food. It can be hard to avoid weight gain during the holiday season and while there are no “quick” tricks, there are some things you can do to maintain and not gain. Read More →
Cheaters DO Prosper: Benefits of Cheat Meals
It’s no secret that I have the sweet tooth like no other and luckily I have accountabila-buddies keeping me on track (or should I say, ahem, calling me out). After the plethora of comments on the photos ranging from “is that paleo” to “is that considered health food,” I thought I’d take to LegallyFit to validate my splurge and share the benefits of cheat meals. Read More →
Easy Meal Prep: Salsa Crockpot Chicken
Prepping your meals each week is the best way to set yourself up for success on the road to healthy choices. But I know how it is – Sunday comes and the thought of preparing multiple days of food sounds nothing short of daunting. Read More →
Half Marathon Training: Run Smart
Training for a half marathon is an awesome way to get motivated and set a plan for success – you have an ultimate goal, train for months to work to that goal, and when you accomplish it you get a medal. Read More →
Secret to Health? Sleep Like a Baby.
Those of you who know me, know that this week we have been on the move – relocating your life from one state to another in 30 days is no small feat! Needless to say there has been a lot of meals on the go, planning, and packing, but what there has not been is a lot of sleeping. Read More →
Shout Hooray for BCAAs!
When I first started looking into supplements, I remember thinking “what the heck are branched-chain amino acids?” It sounded like something professional athletes would take, not anything that I would need. Boy was I wrong. Recently, branched-chain amino acids or “BCAAs” have soared in popularity in the fitness community – and for good reason, they are one of the best supplements out there. Read More →
Simple Paleo-Approved “Peanut” Butter Cups!
Yes, I eat healthy 99% of the time, but sometimes I crave something delicious, peanut-buttery, and choco-riffic for a snack. In the past, I used to reach for Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, but the processed sugar and gritty chocolate left me feeling tired and crummy (and like I really needed to brush my teeth). Read More →
Fight Hangry With Office Snacks!
Hangry (HaNG-grē): Having a strong feeling of or showing annoyance, hostility, or both due to lack of food or hunger. Example: “I forgot to bring any snacks for my office and this meeting is has been going on for over two hours. Read More →