Whether you’re looking for an easy dinner now that the back to school routine is in full swing – or you want something filling to eat while you watch Sunday football – these BBQ ground beef stuffed sweet potatoes are the perfect option! Picture this: You’ve got some tender whole sweet potatoes that were baked…
Lower Body Superset Workout
Want to mix things up at the gym this week? Try a lower body superset workout! This challenging strength training workout is ideal for anyone looking to improve muscular endurance in the legs, hips, and glutes. You’ll find four pairs of exercises that make for an effective weight lifting session. Why strength training? As I…
Buffalo Turkey Meatballs
Who else is obsessed with all things buffalo flavored?! (Raises hand). From buffalo chicken stuffed sweet potatoes to buffalo cauliflower, I’m all about the spicy stuff these days. And the latest favorite to add to my list? These buffalo turkey meatballs! These meatballs are perfect to use as part of a main dish for dinner,…
Hemp Protein vs. Pea Protein: The Plant Protein Face Off
Have you ever found yourself staring down the protein aisle of a supplement store, wondering what is best to buy? Hemp vs. pea protein, whey protein vs. plant based protein; isolates vs. concentrates….it can be overwhelming! When it comes to protein, I’m always going to be a food first person – you can totally meet…
Upper Body Superset Workout
If you’re looking for a challenging strength training gym session, check out this upper body superset workout. This is a great training plan for anyone looking to improve upper body strength and stamina. With five pairs of exercises that challenge different muscle groups, this is sure to be an efficient way to fit weights into…
Healthy Cajun Potato Salad
This healthy Cajun potato salad combines delicious petite pure gold potatoes, a spicy Greek yogurt dressing, and blackened shrimp for a flavor-packed side dish. Whether you want to bring it to a summer barbecue (yes, it may be September but, I’m still clinging to summer!) or a dinner party with friends, it’s versatile and a…
Arugula Spinach Salad with Peaches and Pecans
Craving a big ‘ol bowl of salad? This arugula spinach salad tastes delicious and is incredibly easy to make. The combination of peppery arugula, tender baby spinach, rich blue cheese, sweet honey-roasted pecans, and juicy sautéed peaches is one of the best salad combos you could imagine. Disclosure: This post is sponsored by NOW Foods. …
Endurance Sports Nutrition Tips + Fueling Fitness with Beef, Watermelon, and Dairy!
Last month, I hosted an in-person sports nutrition dinner – definitely one of the coolest things I’ve done as part of my business! This “Eat to Peak” dinner event gathered leading running and triathlon coaches in Northeast, along with some running influencers, to enjoy a delicious meal and delve into sports nutrition. Of course, we…
The Best Carbs for Runners: What, When, and How Much!
Carbohydrates are always a hot topic for runners. Despite what much of the sensationalism we see villainizing carbs, they are actually super important for runners as they provide the main fuel source for energy. Of course, carbohydrates can vary as far as the nutrients they provide – and as far as their ease of digestion…
Maple Apple Bacon Tortilla Pizza
This tortilla pizza is the epitome of fall flavors, featuring fresh sliced apple and pure maple syrup! Combined with salty bacon, peppery arugula, and rich mozzarella cheese – it’s a flavor combination that everyone will love. And since this is made on a tortilla, there’s no time spent making dough or flatbread. It takes just…