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  • Thursday Nugget

    Healthy Recipe of the Week A Protein-packed Snack Without Added ‘Fillers’n Crap’ Homemade Protein Bars Ingredients 3 scoops dotFIT Vanilla Vegan Protein Powder (or protein powder of choice) 3 scoops Almond Flour 3 – 4 scoops Unsweetened Apple Sauce 1 scoop Flax Meal 1 – 2 tablespoons Nut Butter (optional) 1/2 – 1 tablespoon Maple…

  • Time to Re-Boot…

    … and continue the March to good health! Are you struggling to stay committed to your New Year’s Resolutions?  Is your body, mind, and spirit fatigued? Are you bored with your exercise routine and meal plan? Do not give up – Recharge! Stop and reflect on the progress you have made during the last two months, feel the joy and sense of…

  • Thirsty Thursday

    Does your morning smoothie need a fix? Are your taste buds tired of berries? Do you want a change? Apple Delight Ingredients 1/2 – 1 Fuji Apple, or apple variety of choice  (chopped) 1/2 – 1 Banana (sliced) 1/2 – 1 c. Spinach, or leafy green of choice 1 – 2 tbsp. Unsalted Peanut Butter, or nut butter…

  • Exercise to Reach Your 2015 Goals: Part 2

    Goal #2 Eating Healthier Recent research connects regular exercise to healthy diet choices.  However, you need to be aware of how many calories you burn during each exercise session and how many calories you consume after your workout. Oftentimes, people think they are burning more calories and justify consuming excess food, which interferes with their weight loss…

  • Beat the 3PM Slump!

    Energy Boosting Foods to Keep You Alert from 9AM – 5PM High Fiber Cereal Jaimie Davis, PhD, RD, who is a research associate at USC found that eating a high carbohydrate, high fiber breakfast produces the highest level of alertness during the middle of the day. Whole Grain Crackers with Low-Fat Cottage Cheese Whole Wheat…

  • Quick Morning Workout

    WAKE UP, Sleepyhead!! It’s Time for your Quick Morning Workout! Duration: Less than 20 minutes! Step 1: Warm-Up (6 minutes) Arm Circles: 30 seconds Chest Expander: 30 seconds http://youtu.be/oBy28yST0jg via JakesHomeWorkouts Calf Raises: 30 seconds Running in Place: 30 seconds High Knees: 30 seconds http://youtu.be/bZUfaLxJ36M via Howcast Butt Kicks: 30 seconds http://youtu.be/D_qMNWY0tHo via Howcast Backward Lunge with Front…

  • Thirsty Thursday

    Sweet Satisfying Summer Smoothie To Meet Your Protein Needs Ingredients 1 Banana (frozen and sliced) 1/2 cup Mixed Berries: blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries (frozen) 1 cup Spinach (raw) 1-2 scoops dotFIT Pre-Post Workout Formula & Meal Replacement (Strawberry Banana flavor) 1/4-1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (non-fat, plain) 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds 1 tablespoon Honey 1 tablespoon…

  • Think Positive and Be Fit!

    Negative thoughts can hinder your athletic performance, or even stop you from exercising all together!  SO…. QUIT the negativity and think positive! 5 Steps to a Positive Attitude Every morning when you wake up, say out load a positive statement about yourself and your commitment to live a healthier lifestyle. After each exercise session, always have a positive attitude about your…

  • Spin Class Tips

    Before you hop on the bike for your next Spin class, read these tips to maximize your work out and prevent injury. Establish an Aerobic Base To actively participate in a Spinning program, you must be able to perform 30 minutes of light-moderate cardiorespiratory activity (65-75% Heart Rate Max) 5 days per week. Lower Your Shoulders…

  • Thirsty Thursday Healthy Hydrating Drink!

    Do you frequently meander down this aisle at the grocery store? Do you rely on these drinks to start your day or make it past the 3PM slump? Do you use this drink to meet your nutritional needs each day? Sports Drinks are beneficial for athletes who participate in prolonged intense physical activity lasting more than one hour; for example, long-distance…