Let’s talk about lunch… that’s quick and easy, and healthy. You’re done with relying on the vending machine’s peanut butter crackers and chips to somehow to provide you with a healthy lunch on the go. You’re also done with being totally starving by 2 p.m. and cancelling your after-work training session because let’s face it, […]

Crunchy, salty, and simple! You’ll never buy pickles again. Money-saving, do-it-yourself kitchen hacks are my thing, and I love sharing my favorite tips that are easy for anyone to try out. By using what you already have on hand, or for very little money out of your wallet, you can keep nourishing snacks on hand, […]

Looking for easy Crockpot recipe ideas for Thanksgiving this year? Perhaps my favorite culinary weapon is the crockpot. You throw a bunch of food in there, plug it in, and go about your day. Then, you come home to a house that smells absolutely incredible and a warm, comforting dinner just begging to be eaten. […]

Ever tried combining pumpkin and pancakes? Look no further for a delicious, low carb recipe your whole family will love. I love pancakes! Growing up, every Sunday after church, my father would make us a big stack of yummy, fluffy, hot pancakes covered in peanut butter and syrup; a memory that I cherish and would […]

You’ll love this delicious recipe for butternut squash soup. It’s super easy with a slow cooker. In the fall, when the schedule is as hectic as ever, there is nothing I love more than coming home to a meal that is already cooked for me. Using a slow cooker is a life-saver, not to mention […]

Guest Blogger Sean Vander Veer, RD, LD, CPT shares how to spice up your life, with delicious blends of spices and herbs for meat and veggies. Time to spice it up! Spices and herbs offer an easy way to add tons of flavor to any recipe or food item. Many spices and herbs can complement […]

Guest blogger Sean Vander Veer shares how to make healthy grilling marinades, for a simple and cost effective way to add flavor to any dish. What does the term marinade mean? Let’s answer that question first. Marinating is a technique that’s been around at least since the Renaissance, when acidic mixtures were commonly used to […]

Looking for an easy weeknight dinner, and love salmon? So many people say they’d eat more fish if only they knew how to cook it. Cooking fish is simple and super fast, and that’s why I regularly cook it during the week for an easy weeknight dinner! Generally speaking, to bake a piece of chicken […]

Stuck for healthy menu ideas this 4th of July? Check out these recipes the whole family will love! Get ready for the red, white and blue without the blues of having to see that number increase on the scale come July 5th! We know you like to grill out on the 4th to celebrate all […]

Keeping up with a healthy diet not only during the peak of training but all year is essential for successful early season training and optimal performance throughout the season.  A simple way to make sure your body is in good condition for the start of training season is to follow the newest version of the […]