Green smoothies and juices are all the rage these days, but they aren’t the only way to get in (or slurp up) your greens. Veggies and greens also make for amazingly creamy and flavorful puréed soups!
This Green Soup is loaded with an assortment of fresh green veggies, including asparagus, broccoli, and peas as well as basil and avocado for good measure. It’s light yet creamy with a hint of sweetness from coconut milk and the sweet peas. Walnuts also give it a nutty undertone while adding Continue Reading [...] Watch Out Green Smoothies, There’s A New Kid In Town: Green Soup!
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Green smoothies and juices are all the rage these days, but they aren’t the only way to get in (or slurp up) your greens. Veggies and greens also make for amazingly creamy and flavorful puréed soups!
This Green Soup is loaded with an assortment of fresh green veggies, including asparagus, broccoli, and peas as well as basil and avocado for good measure. It’s light yet creamy with a hint of sweetness from coconut milk and the sweet peas. Walnuts also give it a nutty undertone while adding Continue Reading [...] 
I've mentioned before how I've had a love affair with fitness every since I was a young girl in the 80s with high bangs, spandex shorts, and Madonna blaring on my Walkman. I thought it'd be fun to take a little stroll down memory lane.
Fitness Throwbacks 80s Style
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Ah, Denise Austin. She was my very first fitness idol. I owned and sweated to just about every VHS tape she came out with. The sound of her peppily saying, "Hi! I'm Denise Austin.", has stuck with me to this very day.
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Greek yogurt is the "in" thing. I must admit, I got on the bandwagon quite late in the game, but I'm so on it now. I don’t know if I’ll ever go back to the runny, thin, less nutritious “regular” yogurt. Never say never, I guess. But, Greek yogurt is so far superior in texture, flavor, consistency, and nutritional value that I actually feel sorry for the old, puny yogurt I grew up on. It just can’t compete with the creamy, thick deliciousness of the protein-packed and less sugary Greek yogurt 
I've told you guys before about how I'm not really that into yoga. However, the times I've enjoyed my sun salutations and down dogs the most are when I've actually taken a class at a yoga studio. It's a totally different experience than taking a class at a gym or doing a yoga DVD at home. Yoga studios have a calming and serene ambiance that puts you in a relaxed and meditative mood.
Unlike yoga, I love indoor cycling and, knowing that the setting can make all the difference, I've always wanted 
Last month I came across this survey over on the Carrots 'N' Cake blog called "One Last Thing". I thought it'd be fun to tweak some of the prompts and play along.
One Last Thing
LAST MEAL: For this week, we whipped up another batch of the Crock Pot Black Bean and Veggie Enchiladas I made a while back. I noshed on some of those delicious bad boys for dinner last night. Yum!
LAST BARGAIN FIND: In a desperate attempt to once-and-for-all find our bedroom set (which we've been trying to find 
A little while back I participated in a Pin It Party hosted by Lindsay at The Lean Green Bean. Seeing as how Pinterest is my current social media fave (and obsession), I was stoked when I found out she was hosting yet another Pin It Party!
To get this party started, take a sec to follow me on Pinterest if you don't already. :D
Now, put on your party hats and pin away!
{The Bachelorette Tabata Workout} If you're a fan of the Bachelorette, this workout is a must-pin!
{Greek Nachos Recipe} 
Who's tuning in this season to the Bachelorette?
Was it just me or did it seem like Desiree wasn't really that into any of the guys last week? Actually, I read something funny from who knows where - the person (tongue-in-cheek) said that their prediction is Des turns down all the guys and runs off with Chris Harrison. Haha.
What are your guys' predictions?
I'd share mine, but I always read the spoilers when the season starts so I'll keep my trap shut. ;)
What I will share, though, is 
The warmer temperatures, budding flowers, and longer days have sparked a national epidemic. The symptoms: an insatiable itch to get outdoors, a rare urge to deep clean everything in your path, and a heightened irritability with lingering hints of winter. If you notice that you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, immediately go to your local farmer’s market, load up your reusable bags with some of spring’s finest fresh asparagus and arugula, then go home and make this decadent Asparagus 
In the busy, fast-paced lives that we all lead, taking time to stop and smell the roses or, said differently, become conscious of the happiness that's all around us can be challenging. Yet, if you think about it, it's actually quite simple (mind you simple, not easy). All we really have to do is tune into our bodies, senses, and surroundings and become present and aware.
Like right now, what do you see that's pleasing or pleasurable? Maybe a lively green plant or the sunshine flooding in through 
Happy Memorial Day to all my U.S readers! I'm grateful for our troops everyday, but I love that today's a special day set aside to remember and commemorate the brave men and women that have fought and died for our country. Thanks to everyone serving our country in that capacity, and I hope everyone's enjoying the long weekend. :D
To help you enjoy it a little bit more, I've got a great giveaway for you!
FitCycle App Review
I love spinning and used to go to 1-2 spinning classes per week at 
