Tag Archives: healthy

Going Greek

1 Jul

athenos feta cheese

For my most recent Glambassador Challenge, thanks to Glamour, I had to use Athenos Feta Cheese in any delicious way I wanted to. I decided since it’s summer and so many of us are still trying to watch what we eat, I made a healthy wrap with some left over chicken breast that I had. This is really easy for anyone to make and it’s light and healthy!

Ingredients:

~Chicken Breast (not deli meat)

~Lettuce

~Kalamata olives

~Athenos Feta Cheese

~any Greek Dressing of your choice

~Whole Grain, Wheat or Multi-Grain wrap (whichever you prefer)

~banana peppers

feta wrap

Enjoy!!!!

xo

Becoming the best me

21 May

get fit

Why hello there! I know I’ve been missing for a little over a month, but boy have I been busy. I have turned my energy into positive energy. My health and fitness physique have become my main focus. On April 14, I attended my first Beachbody instructor training, I wrote about it in a previous post~ it’s a must read. I joined Beachbody as a coach back in November/December, right after I ran my first 5k. The fitness bug had officially bit me.

For the past month, I have dedicated my spare time, to planking, working out, completing the instructor training and eating healthy. And I have to say, it has been life changing. I feel great, lost some weight and an inch so far around my waist. I will admit that during this challenge it was tough, but with the support of the 30 day May challenge group members, it’s been helpful. Following Michi’s ladder (a Beachbody clean, healthy eating way of life) has changed the way I cook my food and choose the food I put into my body. It’s crazy how food literally makes you feel a certain way.

Not only have I had a positive result in my eating habits and weight loss, I have increased my muscles in my core. By planking at least 5 times a week, I have strengthened my muscles and increased my time every.single.time; even if it is for a few seconds or even minutes. I encourage people to try it and I have had friends of mine join in with me. It’s very contagious and once you start it, it becomes a contest against yourself and the clock. You never want to let yourself down and it feels like a huge accomplishment every time you are done. If you would like to join or see what it’s about, follow me on Instagram: Ecal831 or leave a comment below. I honestly cannot wait to make planking, Beachbody products and programs contagious and everyone gets involved.

Now that I have my certification to teach Hip Hop Hustle, the world better watch out!

Summer is coming and not only do you want to look your best but feel your best!!! That my friends, is the most important!

plank collage

I increased my time by one full minute in only a week’s time!!! It is possible!!!

 

woohoo! i did it

Woohoo!!! My certification!!

Get planking and hustling!

xo

Day 19~ 5 Blogs I read on a daily basis

21 Mar

blog quoteIt’s day 21 and I’m a little behind the eight ball. My life has been so crazy I haven’t had a chance to even enjoy being on my computer. For day 19, I’m supposed to list 5 blogs that I read on a daily basis. I have to admit, I don’t have to time to even check my email throughout the day if I’m lucky, let alone read my favorite blogs. But I will say, when I do come home and finally relax (after attending a meeting, grad class or tutoring) I have some favorite sites that do go to daily.

The Single Woman ~ Seriously one of my favorite sites. Mandy Hale started this blog a little over three years ago and has become a huge inspiration to us “single” women, or women in general. My friends tell me I am the RI version of her and I take that as a compliment. Her daily quotes and blog posts are straight forward, witty, wise and inspirational. She gives me hope and reminds me that I am good enough, to never settle for anything less than the best for you and believe that there is love out there for everyone.

LaurenConrad.com ~ I love getting my daily emails from Lauren’s site and reading her blog on the latest fashion trends. I also have her on my Google homepage so I have easy access to it.

Karen Salmansohn ~ I love going to this blog for daily quotes and inspiration. It’s a site for people who like “self-help” books and articles but don’t want to be caught in that aisle at Barnes & Noble.

The Mod Mommy ~ This is my sister’s blog. I also have this on my Google homepage. Just because she’s my sister and the fact that I’m not a mom, it’s a blog that I love to read. She has great tips for moms (which I pass on to my friends who are), recipes and more.

Love the Leap ~ This is my friend Erica’s blog. She has great tips and advice on how to start getting healthy or learning how to stay healthy with recipes, workouts, and tips. She was my motivator and continues to be for me. I needed a push to begin working out again and I owe it all to her.

What are some blogs you like to read?

I am always looking for new ones to check out!

xo

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Crystal Light Mocktails

20 Aug

Looking for the taste of your fave cocktails, without all the alcohol? Then you’re going to want to try Crystal Light Mocktails. Download Glamour’s Friends & Fans app (I have it and definitely have used it), turn to page 161 in the August issue, and scan the snaptag. When you do, you’ll get your very own sample of Crystal Light Mocktails.

I was lucky enough to have sampled the Appletini and it was delicious!!!! Head out and pick up yours today

 

Enjoy!!

 

xo

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