No Excuses
If you really want to do it, you do it. There are no excuses. ~ Bruce Nauman
Tomato, Squash Gratin
This summer gratin is a great example of utilizing the farmers market and adding some great color, taste and healthy vegetables to your table.
Week 3 – Review, Revise, Renew
Review your goals twice every day in order to be focused on achieving them. ~ Les Brown
Healthy Back and Good Posture
Chronic deviations from a healthy back and good posture with a neutral spine leads to pain and discomfort.
Mental Attitude
Happiness doesn't depend on any external conditions, it is governed by our mental attitude. ~ Dale Carnegie
Our Greatest Happiness
Our greatest happiness does not depend on the condition of life in which chance has placed us, but is always the result of a good conscience, good health, occupation, and freedom in all just pursuits. ~ Thomas Jefferson
Hot Wings
These little nuggets have all of the hot wing flavor without all the guilt, spicy, delicious and completely sanctioned!
Achieving Your Goals
What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals. ~ Henry David Thoreau
Mushroom Soup
If you LOVE mushroom soup like we do, this is the recipe for you! It's easy, luxurious, silky, satisfying and sanctioned!
Key to All Success
Action is the foundational key to all success. ~ Pablo Picasso
Grilled Chicken Mustard Sauce
I know what you might be thinking ~ gravy, sauce? Isn't that too much fat? Well, let me tell you! This sauce is so delicious, if you love mustard like I do.
Week 2 – Sharing
Friendship marks a life even more deeply than love... friendship is never anything but sharing. ~ Elie Wiesel
Shrimp Pad Thai
An excellent alternative to the traditional -- it includes all the flavor, fun and power packs it with extra vegetables so we can all stay on point with our Living Fit Lifestyle program.
My Formula
Number one, like yourself. Number two, you have to eat healthy. And number three, you've got to squeeze your buns. That's my formula. ~ Richard Simmons
Portabello Poached Egg Stack
Since I love eggs and have an affinity for a savory breakfast, I decided to play with the concept of a Eggs Benedict to fit our sanctioned meal plan and created this Portabello Poached Egg Stack!
No Magic Pill
NO magic pill … NO secret diet ... NO shortcuts … Just Dedication! ~Anonymous
Looks Inside
Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes. ~Carl Jung
Rainbow Slaw
I love the fresh vibrant, crunchy flavors of a classic summer slaw. Coleslaw is often served at picnics, especially in the South.
It’s Simple
It's simple, if it jiggles, it's fat. ~Arnold Schwarzenegger
GF Granola Parfait
If you want to have some fun with your family ~ set up a Parfait Bar ~ organize all the toppings that your family likes and set it up for everyone to create their own perfect parfait!
Quality of Life
The reason I exercise is for the quality of life I enjoy. ~ Kenneth H. Cooper
Yellow Squash and Scallions
Yellow Squash and Scallions Soup anyone? Yes, it's been that kinda winter around here in the Big Apple. Soup has been a blessing, it's an excellent way to bump up your vegetable intake.
Grilled Tarragon Chicken
A sweet and tangy grilled chicken pares well with fresh asparagus, broccoli or cauliflower... you choose!
Change Your Attitude
If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. ~ Maya Angelou
Week 1 – Pick 3
Now is the time to have a real sit-down with ourselves and our internal posse, and come up with our smarter goals for this game and our healthy lifestyle.
Body Type Evaluation
Sheldon's description of three body types has become an integral part of most literature on weight loss and fitness.
Chia Seeds ~ Super Food
Research found they can help you eat less by naturally regulating blood sugar, which helps put the breaks on hunger.
Interval Training
Interval training workouts are the MOST EFFICIENT way to train for fat loss and improved fitness, especially if you are on a tight schedule, perfect for busy lives!!
1st Quarter Champs
Congratulations Ladies! Job well done :-)
Reverse Abdominal Curls
Reverse Abdominal Curls, Your abdominal muscles are a very important for your posture, your healthy back, and your appearance.
Carrot Cake Muffins
Carrot Cake Muffins, because I love muffins and I love carrot cake - need I say more?
Tomato Mustard Dressing
This one is Marc's current favorite! Tangy tomato mustard dressing. This recipe provides a healthy and tasty way for him to get all the health benefits of tomatoes.
Cranberry Walnut Muffin
Cranberry Walnut Muffins with a splash of lemon brings me back to those Sunday with the family. These spark memories of the pastries -- in a healthier lighter version, better for my current lifestyle.
Chocolate Covered Macaroons
These little gems are scrumptious, coconut and honey mixed with egg-whites and gelatin which actually make them completely sanctioned, even when covered with dark chocolate ~ if you can eat just one!
Mediterranean Chicken Burger
I love burgers and when I was at my dear friend Kathy’s home for dinner with the family, she was making a fun chicken burger recipe that she got from Rachel Ray. It was such a delicious burger full of flavor and mushrooms it got me to thinking…. What about a Mediterranean Burger?