Why You Gained Weight Instead of Lost In The Gym

You head to the gym because you know that exercise burns calories and helps you to shed extra pounds. Knowing this, you may think that losing weight should be easy with enough exercise. However the truth is that if you aren’t accustomed to exercising and are out of shape, beginning an exercise program may actually lead to an initial increase in your weight. This fact, however, shouldn’t stop you from exercising, as you’ll...

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Easy Bake Cajun Salmon with Roasted Cauliflower & Broccoli
May19

Easy Bake Cajun Salmon with Roasted Cauliflower & Broccoli

This recipe for Cajun Salmon is a simple and flavorful way to eat a lean dinner. The Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli are delicious enough to save the leftovers for a mid-afternoon snack! Start your healthy eating and cooking with these recipes. Servings: 2 Here’s what you need… Roasted Cauliflower & Broccoli: 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets 1 head broccoli, chopped into florets 2 Tablespoons olive oil ½ teaspoon sea salt...

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Degrees Of Change

True change happens in degrees, not in one fell swoop. This is a relief when you realize that you have miles to go on your goals. There is no need to attempt all of the change at once – simply nudge yourself in the right direction each and every day and maintain the small changes as you go. Did you eat a big bowl of spaghetti noodles with your favorite sauce for dinner last night? Tonight eat a smaller bowl. Next week eat zucchini...

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Weight Gain: Yes, it’s happening
May11

Weight Gain: Yes, it’s happening

It happens to everyone. That moment when you realize that it’s time to do something about your weight gain. It may happen when you’re looking in the mirror or standing on the scale. Your first thought is to go on a ‘diet’ but as quickly as that enters your mind the ghosts of a hundred diets past return…along with all the frustration. Then you wonder, why bother? The weight will come back, as it always has. Then you’ll be back in front...

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Beef Ragu and Zucchini Noodles
May11

Beef Ragu and Zucchini Noodles

Yes, it is possible to enjoy Spaghetti night while living a fit and lean lifestyle. This is accomplished with noodles made from fresh zucchini and a sauce that is simply made and packed with protein. Feel free to sub in ground beef for the minced beef if desired. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need… 2 lbs minced, grass-fed beef 2 Tablespoons tomato paste 8 oz can of tomato sauce 1 Tablespoon chili sauce 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved ½...

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