Yield: 1 3/4 cups (420 ml) Speed: Variable to High Time: 5-6 minutes Ingredients 1 cup (240 ml) low sodium vegetable, chicken, or beef stock 1 large tomato, quartered or 1 cup (240 ml) canned tomatoes 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped celery 1/4 cup (32 g) chopped carrots 1 tablespoon chopped sweet green bell pepper […]
Need some fitness tips for busy moms because life is throwing every distraction your way? Between kids’ activities, play dates, and other obligations, you just can’t seem to find the time for fitness. Believe me, I totally get it. Motherhood can be crazy busy, especially if your children are involved in a lot. But don’t […]
As we head into a new year why not start the year right with a healthy 7 day plan for weight loss success? In order to succeed in anything, especially weight loss, you need to have a plan in place so follow my healthy food plan that is easy to live by. This plan will […]
There are endless reasons sleep is important for weight loss and optimal athletic performance. Sleep is a time for our bodies to become unconscious, lose touch with reality and also a time for our bodies to release human-growth hormone (HGH), which can help athletic performance and weight loss. So as you toss and turn, debating […]
Have you pondered the ways to beat holiday weight gain this year since it is usually a reoccurring problem? If this is how you are feeling, I am totally with you on this. Between holiday office parties, banquets, holiday gatherings and all the festive cooking in between, for most, a five pound weight gain becomes […]
How nice would it be to make healthy desserts that taste great and will leave you feeling satisfied? You can make these healthy desserts for your guests while entertaining or as an occasional treat. I have some great desserts, actually these are my favorites that you should definitely try. I hope you enjoy these healthy […]
People often ask me how I find the motivation to push myself to get out for a run, bike ride or other workout each day after working in the fitness industry everyday, raising a family, cooking, cleaning and volunteering. I always reply, “I just do it.” I do not think about it or I just may […]
This simple chicken stew stars three of fall’s best crops—apples, carrots and parsnips. I enjoy this stew with a fresh balsamic salad on the side. Hope you love this recipe from Eating Well! Ingredients 5 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-size pieces 1 large onion, chopped 4 medium parsnips, […]
As the fall marathon seasons nears, I am preparing all my training tips for a super marathon. I run a fall marathon every year, usually the New York City Marathon, and I train many of my clients to run marathons as well. I must mention that most of these clients could barely run a mile […]
Wow what a beautiful day it is today in New Jersey, mid 70’s, sunny skies, cool breeze….on a day like today you cannot help but smile. As the weather continues to be beautiful use this to your advantage to get motivated to get outside for a workout. Outdoor workouts can definitely be more challenging, especially […]
