Author: Shawna Kaminski

There’s a Time for Jumping

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Get a load of this:                     This is where I chose NOT to jump 😉 I took Sam to the Via Ferrata on Mt. Norquay and he loved it.                       We were right on top of … Continued

Density!

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Guest Post By Derek Wahler It’s the secret to getting amazing results in a short amount of time. That’s what we all want, right? In all my time training people online and in person, I’ve never heard someone say, “I actually don’t have a lot going on today….so can we add another half hour onto … Continued

Q & A – Loose skin; when to train and more…

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Heidi asked: “I have a question.  I’m vegan, no sugar, low carb and gluten free.  I’m not much over weight – maybe 5 pounds.  I’m 59 and mainly in good shape.  Your Female Fat Loss over 40 workout videos really helped me get here.  Thanks so much!  What I’d really like from you is more … Continued

World Peace – Just a dream?

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From Lisa Bullock I want to share some of my thoughts with you and they’re not particularly health and fitness related so feel free to switch off if you’d prefer.  Laughing Lisa will be back tomorrow. The English poet and preacher John Donne once wrote: No man is an island, Entire of itself, Every man … Continued

Why Women NEED Iron!

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If you’re lifting iron – you need to be consuming iron! And if you’re not lifting iron (and why aren’t you?), you need to be consuming iron too! And no, I’m not suggesting you start gnawing on your dumbells!  1 out of EVERY 12 women is believed to be suffering from iron deficiency.  And amongst … Continued

Quinoa, Arugula and Roasted Veggie Salad

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This healthy salad that starts with dark flavorful greens, then adds cooked veggies, creamy goat cheese, some tender quinoa. No dressing required, since all the ingredients pack so much flavor. Next time that you are wondering what to make for dinner, try this Arugula, Quinoa and Warm Vegetable Salad. Feel free to add a side … Continued

Mediterranean Turkey Kebabs

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Here’s a great recipe for a busy weekday dinner. Ground turkey breast is mixed Mediterranean spices to create flavorful, protein-packed kebabs. Serve with salad and vegetables and a side of plain Greek yogurt. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need… 1 1/2 pounds turkey breast, de-boned, trimmed of skin and cut into thin strips 2 garlic … Continued

Get Uncomfortable…

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It’s been a busy summer of adventure. What have you been up to?   I took my son, Sam whitewater rafting (that’s us at the front of the raft).   We also did the Via Ferrata at Mount Norquay in Banff, AB.       Being able to do things like this is one of … Continued

Healthy Orange Chicken and Green Beans

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Here’s a recipe that adds fruit to dinner and takes all the guilt out of orange-flavored chicken. There’s no sugar and no fryer involved. Just skinless, boneless chicken breast, marinated in orange juice, pan seared and then baked. Serve it up with orange-spiked green beans for a nutritious, protein-packed meal. Servings: 4 Here’s what you … Continued

Chicken Soup with Quinoa & Roasted Red Peppers

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By using flavorful ingredients, like roasted red bell peppers and white bean hummus, this soup tastes like you slaved over it all afternoon– but really takes less than 20 minutes to throw together. This recipe is a great way to fit some quinoa into your diet. Quinoa is a protein-packed seed that is considered a … Continued