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My Newest Snacking Obsessions

by Sarah on September 29, 2011

Since my diet plan calls for eating small meals 5 times a day, I really look forward to eat meal and making it delicious.  Grocery shopping is something I love to do, and perusing the isles is time well spent.  I put a lot of time and effort into some of my favorite mini meals. [...]

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Back To School Giveaway

by Sarah on September 13, 2011

Whenever I tell people that I am a Laughing Cow community leader they always say, “I love Laughing Cow cheese.”  That exact reason is why I am an such an enthusiastic ambassador.  I’m thrilled today to be able to share a giveaway with all of you that is being sponsored by Laughing Cow and is [...]

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Frozen Dinner: Mango Coconut Mahi-Mahi

by Sarah on September 7, 2011

This morning, my protein pancake looked extra fluffy!  I’m not sure why but I did make it with a frozen banana.  I forgot to buy a bunch this week when I went to Whole Foods on Monday night, but luckily froze some extras from last week before they were about to go bad.  I love [...]

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Dinner For 2 Different Diets: Creamy Pesto

by Sarah on August 31, 2011

Do you live with a roommate?  When I lived with my sister, we used to buy our own food.  She would cook her dinner and I would cook mine.  Since I love to grocery shop and cook, when I moved in with my new roommate (aka roomie), we decided that I would be in charge [...]

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When Opposites Attract

by Sarah on August 18, 2011

Peanut butter and jelly are a classic pairing that have been a staple in school lunches for decades.  There are many other food combinations that we rarely deviate from but when we do, that’s when you have a flavor explosion.  Eating a clean diet plan can get boring if you are afraid to experiment.  Plain [...]

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Top 5 Pre-Workout Early Morning Snacks

by Sarah on July 28, 2011

This morning I tried to give the Tone It Up Booty Call a boost.  The “Booty Call” says to wake up and go for a 30 minute walk or jog right away with out eating anything, you may have a glass or two of water.  I used to do it this winter with just walking [...]

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Summer Essentials: Beach Edition

by Sarah on July 19, 2011

I am a planner so it should come as no surprise I always have a large bag full of goodies when it’s time to hit the beach.  Here are my must haves and recommendations for your weekend excursion at the beach. Floppy Hat – My recent purchase of a large floppy hat made it official, [...]

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Whey vs Soy Protein

by Sarah on July 14, 2011

I admit I’ve bought soy protein because it was cheap.  I use protein powder daily for my breakfast pancake.  I choose whey protein (isolate if you can afford it) sweetened with stevia.  I know it was the best way to go but now there is science that proves it is better than soy protein when [...]

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I just did workout the energy system day 1 workout and it boy was it sweaty!  I am now recovering with a G Series FIT Recover protein smoothie, Strawberry Banana flavor.  However, I used it on my forehead for about 10 minutes before drinking it.  I’m usually not a fan of pre-made protein shakes but [...]

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Day 1 of My New Training Program

by Sarah on June 28, 2011

This morning I could not get out of bed.  I started with my usual routine:  Drank 32 oz of water, made myself some instant coffee (because I am lazy), whipped up the Tone It Up protein pancake and cut myself a 1/2 a grapefruit. (This pic is from last weekend when I substituted the grapefruit [...]

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