Hurricane Sandy Workout

Natural disasters. I guess you can’t really plan for them can you? My bad for heading east without checking into the upcoming weather in the area. I had meetings planned and didn’t even think twice about getting on a plane from the relatively safe but cold temperatures in Canada. I was on the East Coast … Continued

Women CAN Do Pull Ups (no joke)

Recently both the New York Times and the Globe and Mail published this ‘fact’: women ‘CAN’T do pull ups. A study at the University of Dayton took 17 normal sized women and had them ‘train’ three times a week for three months. Apparently, the focus of the training was on weight lifting to increase bicep … Continued

Simple Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash is one of the easiest vegetables to prepare without adding fat in the cooking process. Each squash is filled with folic acid, potassium, vitamin A, and beta carotene – and best of all it is a low calorie food. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need… 1 spaghetti squash 1 Tablespoon dried basil 1/2 … Continued

Push Up NOW

I thought I’d be proactive before the University of Dayton comes out with a study claiming ‘women CAN’T do push ups’. I’ve been on a rampage over the recent article in the New York Times and Globe and Mail stating that ‘women CAN’T do pull ups’. You can see it here. In any case, let’s … Continued

Fashion Flash Oct 29th, 2012

Here are some cool posts by some of my favorite bloggers. Check it out here: http://www.primebeautyblog.net/fashion-flash-20/   Here are some previews… Need some tips on how to transform a summer dress into fall when you’re over 40?  Get started with these great ideas from The Glam Gals at Fabulous After 40. Don’t do scary things … Continued

Women CAN Do Pull Ups!

Recently you may have read why women ‘CAN’T do pull ups. Both the New York Times and the Globe and Mail published this ‘fact’. A study at the University of Dayton took 17 normal sized women and had them ‘train’ three times a week for three months. Apparently, the focus of the training was on … Continued

Pizza Cheat Day Workout

I cheated… It was homemade pizza last night and it’s time to make it right…as you can see, I’m not up for any challenge here, unless it’s the carb induced nap challenge. On the positive side, it’s actually a mental break to have a cheat day, it even boosts your metabolism and it motivates (me) … Continued

Q and A Oct 26, 2012

    It’s been a busy week for me and I know for you too. I’ve received a few questions about  how to get and stay lean with a packed schedule. It’s perfect timing because I’ve been in close contact with a few of my fitness pro friends this week and it so happens that … Continued

Rosemary Dijon Chicken

Here’s one that even I can make…5 minutes prep time and 30 minutes cook time. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need… 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crushed 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 2 cups hot cooked instant rice (cooked as … Continued

Fearsome Foursome Workout

It always happens…you’re visiting someone and you can’t get away for a workout, or you have your car in the shop and you’re stuck at home with no equipment, you’re at your cabin or you’re camping, it’s a holiday weekend and nothing is open…there are endless reasons for you to skip a workout. That is, … Continued