Marissa Vicario

Recent Blog Posts

Cherry Chocolate Smoothie and Cherry “Ice Cream”

Love is in the air and I'm not referring to Valentine's Day. It's these two gems that have my heart. So much so I can't stop making them. For blogging purposes, I decided this was a good thing because a) It's February, a cherry and chocolate kind of month and b) it feels like ages since I've posted a recipe here. Now that the justification is out of the way, here's the cherry with the chocolate … [Read more...]

Tuesday Tip: 4 Heart Healthy Oils

  Valentine's Day is this week so protect that love instrument, your heart, by eating the right foods. Saturated fats in some foods, including oils, are necessary for maintaining a healthy heart and lowering your risk of heart disease. But not all oils are created equal. Watch the video to learn which ones I prefer and what to look for on the label before you buy. If you liked this … [Read more...]

An “I Love My Life” Kind of Day

We all have good days and bad ones. But then there are those days that seem particularly perfect. Today was one of those days. Nothing special or different about it. I just loved it. It started with a five mile run. This week marked the beginning of my training for the More/Fitness Half Marathon. I'm following a training plan that Jess put together for me and I'm confident that I'll be … [Read more...]

Tuesday Tip: 6 Natural Sweeteners That Slim and Trim

It's probably pretty obvious by now that skipping the white and refined sugar is the smart thing to do. Here are six natural sweeteners I keep on rotation when my cooking or baking calls for a little sweetness. Watch the video below to find out what they are and how I like to use them. Why do I say they slim and trim? Because these sweeteners are raw, unprocessed and won't spike your blood … [Read more...]

My First Time with a Pendulum

It may be cliche but when I hear the word hypnosis, the first thing that comes to mind is a pendulum. I had a run in with one of these balls attached to a chain last week at a Ladies Who Launch event about using hypnotherapy to move past your fears and propel your business to the next level. I was skeptical at first but it turns out that hypnotherapy isn't the weird "make someone do anything you … [Read more...]

Chia Pudding Mash {Recipe}

When I posted pictures of the Chia Pudding Mash I've been making after my workouts, so many of you wanted the "recipe". So I finally gave in and posted the how-to for my chia pudding recipe here. This was inspired by NYC-based Hu Kitchen's Mash Bar. If you're ever near Union Square, go check it out. For the times when I'm not in the neighborhood, I make it at home and it's a favorite. I even … [Read more...]

Heating Up the NYC Yoga Scene: Bikram Yoga Herald Square

I have a long history with yoga. In my 12 years of practice, I've tried many kinds from Ashtanga to Iyengar. Since I'm athletic, I've always liked the cardiovascular meets spiritual benefits of a Vinyasa practice. Then a few years ago I fell in love with Hot Vinyasa. Because I like to sweat. When Gilt City advertised a deal with New York's newest, luxury Bikram studio, Bikram Yoga Herald Square, … [Read more...]

Tuesday Tip: Make Your Own Salad Dressing in Seconds

Even though I love salad, I don't own a single bottle of salad dressing. Instead I make my own. It saves on our grocery bill and keeps my diet whole. Watch the video to learn a simple equation for making your own salad dressing. Get creative or keep it basic. If you know this formula, you're good to go! [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZvENFgsssA] Not a fan of salads in the winter. … [Read more...]