Despite having graduated college in 2006, the end of August will always remind me of pre-season soccer practices and back to school preparation. In college, I did not play a sport and had to stay fit on my own. Not quite comfortable at the school gym, I would work out in my dorm room. I created the below workout using… Read More
Eating Lunch At The Beach!
On the weekends, my diet seems to take a huge u-turn most of the time. All week, I’m dead set on my routine and then the weekend comes and screws it all up making it that much harder on Monday to get back into the groove of things. During the summer, it’s challenging to make any sensible lunch decision when… Read More
One of the most intense cardio workouts I’ve done in a long time!
This morning, I got up and had a list of errands to complete before my 5K. First up, City Hall Plaza for a moving permit. I decided to walk the mile since I’d be only running about 23 minutes later in the afternoon. I stopped by Whole Foods to pick up a few items to complement what I’m trying to… Read More
Save: How much do you spend on groceries?
Two weeks from today, I am moving. While I’m not moving far, just a mile, I am not moving into my new apartment until September 1st. I’m going to be a nomad for a month living at mother’s cape house, renting in Nantucket for a week and crashing it on a couch or two in the city. I am not… Read More
Turkey Burger with Kale Chips Lunch Recipe
Last night, I got a craving for a burger while reading my June issue of Real Simple. Specifically I wanted a burger with avocado! Luckily, I had ground turkey in my fridge and an avocado for a perfect lunch combination. I toasted 1 slice of Ezekiel bread and topped it with avocado and sliced grape tomatoes. I simply pan fried 4… Read More
Affordable, Heart Healthy Tuna Recipes
Tuna is a staple in my household. In the freezer or in a can, it is an affordable and healthy protein to have on hand. Whether it is for dinner or lunch, here are two of my favorite recipes. Tuna Steaks with Fresh Avocado Summer Salsa Last night for dinner, I made tuna steaks topped with avocado, grape tomatoes and… Read More
