Ever need a grab and go breakfast? Like something that’s not a store-bought granola bar, because really, those are so not satisfying. January is National Oatmeal Month (so I’m told) so of course an oatmeal recipe is appropriate this week. Somewhere online I ran across this recipe for oatmeal cupcakes so I adapted it a little and ended up with… Read More
Exercise has always been a non-negotiable part of my day. So I need to have the right gear and classes to keep me motivated. I’ve found that having a new top or a fun class to look forward to is key. Β As part of a FitFluential campaign, I’ve rounded up a few of my fitness essentials for the new Year,… Read More
Confession: Over the holidays I got off track with healthy eating and exercise.Β I didn’t plan it that way. The opposite, really. But it being the holidays and us getting engaged in Paris, it happened. I ate, I drank and I didn’t workout — the worst possible combination. Though I don’t really weigh myself, I did when I got back,… Read More
I rarely get super personal here but since I’ve been gone longer than usual I thought an explanation was in order. I got engaged in Paris! The plan was to go to London and spend about five days there before heading to Newcastle, England where we would spend Christmas with David’s family. On our first night in London, David surprised… Read More
This time of year, there’s no shortage of chocolate. There’s so much of it, in fact, it seems like it should be it’s own food group. I’m always asked if chocolate is good for you. The answer isn’t as straightforward as you may like to think but here’s my take on it. For all you chocolate lovers, this blog post… Read More
Diet and exercise. They go together like peas and carrots. One without the other just doesn’t work. This is a conversation I have with my clients all the time and one I also have with others in the fitness industry. Too many people think you can eat crap as long as you exercise. A TON. How many times did I… Read More
After spending five days in sunny Florida for Thanksgiving, I arrived back in a much colder NYC craving warm, healthy comfort foods. My body knows exactly what it needs, so I listened. I made a carrot-ginger soup and this immunity-boosting miso soup loaded with anti-inflammatory (i.e. good-for-you) veggies and spices that’s also easy on the digestive system. I totally cheated… Read More
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from living in NYC and starting my own business, it’s that you gotta hustle to get the reward. I’ve been so fortunate to meet many other female entrepreneurs who “get it”, including my friend, Nicole, the founder of TasteDaily. Sign up for her ridiculously awesome emails for bold women and then check out her… Read More
When I wrote about how to prepare squash and posted the recipe for baked squash, I promised a recipe for squash tacos. It sounds funny, but really it’s so good and a great way to add fall flair to your taco recipes. Keep in mind, this taco recipe is intended to be fast. So if you’re a foodie, you’ll still… Read More
