Fashion Flash Monday, June 17th, 2013

Here are some great tips from my favorite bloggers . You’ll find the perfect nail color to creating abs of steel to the power of lemons and music. If you are over 40 and have a question about beauty, health, style or advocacy – Fashion Flash has the answers! Click HERE.

Why We Fail

  Meet my ‘other’ fitness son: Jason Klein. I’m sort of the ‘fitness mama’ in the professional circles I run in and I’m pretty honored that cool people like Brian Kalakay and Jason would want me to be their surrogate mama. Some have asked me if I’m insulted that these young guys call me ‘mom’, … Continued

Snacks on the Go

I try to eat a little before I get too hungry and stop eating before I’m full. I know this sounds a little backwards. Healthy snacking is a great way to kill the ‘eat the kitchen sink’ problem that sometimes happens. You know, when you don’t eat for so long that you’re famished and then … Continued

Q n A June 14th, 2013

  Question: For your Challenge Fat Loss workouts, is it okay to take a 30-60 second break between sets? Or do you have to go straight through? Thanks, Maria Answer: Maria, If you need to take a break, by all means do. If that means pausing the Challenge Fat Loss video, then do so and … Continued

Lettuce Wrapped Fish Tacos

These tacos are the perfect get-ready-for-beach-season meal. Flaky, protein-filled fish topped with mango salsa and wrapped in a crunchy guilt-free lettuce leaf. It’s flavorful, satisfying and will keep you on track with your fitness goals. Servings: 8 Here’s what you need…     4 (3.5oz) Cod Fillets     1/2 cup tropical vinaigrette     1 lime     … Continued

Classic Chopped Salad

This salad is filled with tender roasted veggies and crunchy fresh lettuce. These foods are fresh and fiber-filled – exactly the kind of meal that defines clean eating. Add a side of lean protein and a tall glass of water for the perfect meal. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need…     1 cup asparagus, chopped … Continued

Planks for the Abs

I love to do planks to increase core strength and stability. Planks are great for active recovery as well. Here are a few tips to ensure proper form:

More Pull Up Tricks

Pull ups are bad ass. Period. Anyway you slice or dice it, you can’t beat the pull up for athleticism and overall strength. Oh, and you look cool doing them too 😉 I don’t ‘do cool’ much so it’s lucky that at least I can do a pull up to make up for the uncoolness … Continued

Fashion Flash Monday, June 10th, 2013

The Fashion Flash brings together your favorite beauty, health and style bloggers to tell you everything you want to know about getting fit, eating well, looking fab and being the best you can be . . . at any age. Enjoy the articles from the fabulous women who come together each week to bring you … Continued

Edible Gluten Free Pancakes (really)

Edible Gluten Free Protein Pancakes Hard to believe that I created anything so yummy, but it’s true. Ingredients: 3/4 c egg whites 2 scoops Bio-Trust Creamy Vanilla protein powder (you can try another, but I can’t guarantee the fantastic results ) 1 tbsp natural peanut butter 1 tbsp chia seeds Procedure: Mix it all up … Continued