Gazpacho Soup
I have been craving gazpacho soup, and this is the perfect for the spring. This recipe is one my favorites. Preparation time : 20 minutes Ingredients: 5 medium ripe tomatoes (chopped) 1 medium cucumber, peeled 1 medium onion, peeled 1 medium green bell pepper 1 medium red pepper...
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Low-Fat Peanut Butter Often times, seeing “low-fat” on food labels falsely leads us to believe the item must be a healthier alternative. But when it comes to low-fat peanut butter, RDs agreed – stay away from it. ACE-certified personal trainer Ruth Frechman, RD,...
Spring Salad for Brunch
Asparagus Salad Topped with Poached Eggs (Recipe courtesy of eatingwell.com) This asparagus salad topped with poached eggs is satisfying yet light, making it a nice option for lunch, brunch or even dinner with some crusty bread. Roasting brings out a toasty flavor in the asparagus....
Baked Parmesan Tomatoes
Baked Parmesan Tomatoes (Recipe courtesy by eatingwell.com) I am feeling cheesy lately and this is a great recipe for any cheese craving. Ingredients: 4 tomatoes, halved horizontally 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano 1/4...Does 4-6 meals per day ...
Yes, Skipping meals and starving yourself has the same effect as overeating. Research has shown that only a small number of women that starve themselves lose weight, and women that skip meals tend to overeat or eat unhealthily at their next meal, continuing the cycle of weight...
Super Bowl Party Savior...
Super Bowl Party Saviors – Greek Dip Ingredients: 16 ounces of non fat Greek yogurt (Sage) 1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and grated 1/2 medium white onion, grated 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 1 medium cucumber, peel, seeded and diced 8 ounces of your favorite...
Warm and Cozy Winter Ti...
Broccoli and Arugula Soup (courtesy recipe by Gwyneth Paltrow and Dr. Alejandro Junger) Gwyneth Paltrow’s broccoli and arugula soup is great recipe to add to your detox. It’s a healthy winter time soup that will make you feel warm, cozy and healthy all at once. This is a clean,...
Cucumber Snackers
Cucumber Snackers (Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray) Ingredients: 16 slices, 1/4-inch thick, English or seedless cucumber, about 1/2 a whole cucumber 6 ounces herb cheese (recommended: Boursin) 1/4 pound smoked Norwegian salmon Black pepper Instructions: Set cucumber slices on paper...
Welcome to Diamond Barb...
Get Motivated. Get Fit. Get Sexy. Diamond Barbells is a fitness blog that is dedicated to women who exercise regularly or who want to get started with an exercise plan. Michelle Rossfeld fitness expert and owner of the TOP boot camp in Chicago called, Chicago’s Womens Fitness...Tuna Wrap
Tuna Wrap (Recipe courtesy Fit TV) Ingredients: 3 ounce pouch of Albacore tuna 3 Tbsp salsa (or diced tomatoes) Double up lettuce leaves. Add water-packed tuna. Top with salsa. Wrap tightly. Nutrition Facts: Makes 1 serving Calories: 129 Fat: 1.5 g Carbohydrates: 1.4 g Dietary Fiber...
Lunge Hold
Lunge Hold: Reps: 1 minute on each side with 20 second pulses Sets: 2 Rest: between sets: 20-30 seconds Stand with your feet hip width apart. Take a step forward with your right leg, landing with the heel first. Bend both knees lowering hips toward the floor, but not touching the back...Spiderman Push-up
Spiderman Push-up: Reps: 20 Sets: 2 Rest Between Sets: 30 seconds Get into a pushup position. As you lower your body toward the floor, bend your elbows and lift your right foot off the floor, bring your right leg out sideways, and try to touch your knee to your elbow. Now push your body...Reverse Russian Twist
Reverse Russian Twist Reps: 20 Sets: 2 Rest Between Sets: 30 seconds Lie on your back on a mat, placing arms out to the side shoulder height. Bend knee and lift legs up until they form right angles to the body at the hips. Lower to right to about a 45-degree angle and return to start...Super Sets Opposing Mus...
2 day Super Set Opposing Muscles Workout Start Date: End Date: Duration: 4 Weeks Session Length: 1 Hour Workout (Day 1) Exercise (Day 1) Exercise Notes ...The Basic Secrets
The Basics to eating to lose weight and get in shape Most women eat way to much, the average woman eats 2000-3000 calories a day. To lose weight and get in shape you must between 1200 -1400 calories a day and never lessthan 1000 calories a day. First and for most. You can exercise...Triceps Dips
Triceps Dip (on the bench/chair two feet): Reps: 15-20 seconds each side Sets: 2 Rest between sets: 20-30 seconds How many days a week: 2 days Place your hands behind you on a bench/chair or a stable object with your heels on the ground. Your body should be about 2 to 3 inches away from...Crunches with extended ...
Crunches w/extended legs: Reps: 20 Sets: 2 Rest between sets: 20-30 seconds How many days a week: 2 days Lay on the floor with legs extended in front of you. Flex both feet, and place the right heel on top the left toes. Put your hands behind your head. Keeping your back and head...January 2012 Motivation...
“It’s not who you are that holds you back, it’s who you think you’re not.” – Anon “Exercise is like mouthwash. If you can feel the burn, it’s working!” – Unknown “Strive for progress, not perfection.” -Unknown “If you...Lose up to 12 lbs in 14 days
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