Workout Bunny

I have heard of Chia Seeds once before when I was looking through one of Tosca Reno's meal plans and saw them. I didn't think much of it, what can some seeds do for my diet and weight loss journey? Nothing...or so I thought! Turns out these little seeds are packed with benefits!  (In order to enjoy all the health and nutritional benefits of chia seeds, it is recommended that at least 1 to 4 table spoons be consumed daily. They also do not need to be ground like flax seeds does in order for your body to absorb the vitamins and essential fatty acids) Bursting with Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids, fiber and B-vitamins, Chia Seeds also contain high levels of protein and calcium. C hia seeds contain more omega-3 than any fish out there, equivalent to about 8 times what is normally found in pink salmon! When Chia Seeds are exposed to water – its complex structure of dietary fiber absorbs the water and turns into a gel. When this gel gets into our digestive system, it does...

Since I love tea and I received samples in the mail from a friend I am going to do a review on these particular brands of tea that " Tea Sparrow " sells and they are all  absolutely amazing! Tea sparrow is a very unique idea, you suscribe monthly and each month they send you a box full of different teas. Here is a blurb from their website of how it is works: "With your Tea Sparrow subscription, you'll receive a mix of our 4 favourite premium loose leaf teas. Each month you can look forward to receiving a total of 4 oz of tea, 1 oz of each blend. Every tea box includes a selection of both herbal and caffeinated blends to enjoy." This a cup of brewed "Lychee Rose" chinese black tea with rose petals and natural flavours. All of the flavours I received were unqiquely different, but equally aromatic and delicious. Here is a list of the teas I recieved. Red Rocks: Is a blend of Rooibos (also known as red bush), almond bits, and vanilla. This one has ...

Today was the last day of my micro computer class which is learning about Microsoft Word, Access and Excel 2012. Great programs and was really fun & useful to learn! Now I am on to re-doing Math  Foundations 10/11 by the time Winter semester begins! Wish me luck! I could not workout today or tomorrow because I had a tiny operation, so I am very disapointed about that. Taking long breaks can start a major dive in motivation levels for me. However, I will just have to push myself to go Saturday and Sunday for missing Thursday and Friday! I have also started taking creatine twice a day (before & after workouts) everytime I workout. I am trying to bulk up my muscles, help me do heavier weights and more reps! Which it definately does and I highly reccomend it. Thanks for reading and don't forget to suscribe y'all!

Gym day today! 30 mins on elliptical trainer and 20 mins on treadmill/running and walking intervals. Followed by a leg workout! Workout Rating: 4/5 Motivation Level: 4/5 Breakfast (8:00 am): - Scrambled Eggs - Sprouted Whole Grain Toast with a tiny bit of low fat cream cheese Sprouted bread is a type of bread made from whole grains that have been allowed to sprout, that is, to germinate. Sprouted grain breads are significantly higher in protein, vitamins and enzymes, and the complex starches are converted into natural sugars.  They are also low GI, so they are digested more slowly by the body, keeping the blood sugar levels stable for longer, making people feel more satisfied.  Snack (8:30am): - 5 Strawberries One cup of strawberries will provide you will your daily requirement of Vitamin C is a well-known immunity booster, as well as a powerful, fast-working antioxidant. Lunch (1:00pm): - snow peas and 3 pieces of potato and a Smart Ones Fajita Dinner ...

Weekends are so challenging to stay on the healthy eating bandwagon! Who else finds it hard as well? I do have some little tips for myself and others to help them survive the weekend without accumulating HUGE amounts of calories like our husbands can without batting an eyelid! If you go out to a restaurant for breakfast and you can not say no to a good old fashioned eggs on toast, bacon and hash browns kind of breakfast do the following: ask for brown DRY toast (This means NO butter! Your are getting the added benefit of a little more fiber and less refined carbs as compared to white toast and also your dropping the added calories that butter adds) eat one slice of toast. (I can't have over easy eggs without toast, NO WAYS! :) ) only eat half the amount of hash browns (if you MUST take the rest to go and give to someone else). No pancakes. I know it's tough but I only eat them maybe once every two to three months as a treat. OTHERWISE go for an egg white omelet with li...

I started feeling better yesterday and went to the gym yesterday and today as my cold is slowly going away. Today I did 30 minutes in total on the elliptical machine. 25 minutes on level 8 and then 5 minute cool down, slowly going from level 8 down to 1. Yesterday I worked my legs, glutes and core, so today I focused on upper body strength.  I usually do about 5 different arm exercises made up of 3 sets of 15 reps for each one. I make sure I do a combination of exercises that work my biceps, triceps and chest. I am so happy to be back at the gym! Happy Friday everyone! Breakfast (9:30): - steel cut oats Snack (12:30pm): - 1 greek yogurt - handful of Shreddies (dry cereal) Lunch (2:00pm): - Tuna sandwich, light mayo, sprouted whole grain bread, lettuce, tomato and cucumber Dinner Sushi Fridays! :D (6:45pm): - ebi sumono, spicy tofu, spicy dynamite rolls

Breakfast (7:30am): Steel Cut Oats (no topping) Snack (10:30am): Starbucks: Tall Frappachino made with skim milk but whip cream topping (couldn't help myself :p) Raisin Bran Muffin Lunch: (2:15pm): 1 greek yogurt cup 1 piece of sprouted grain toast (1/2 with low fat cream cheese and other 1/2 with organic peanut butter) 1 cup of rooibos with chai tea, skim milk, and 1 1/2 tsp of brown sugar Dinner (6:00pm): 1 cup of brown spaghetti with tomato sauce and meet balls cup of green beans and 1 carrot chopped (all steamed) Workout: None today, I have a vicious sore throat right now. Very unhappy about that!

Many people tend to think protein shakes and protein powder are for bodybuilders, but protein-rich snacks can be a great way for anyone who is trying to lose weight. For women especially, protein shakes can help stave off hunger, curb total calorie consumption and encourage lean muscle development. My Go-To Protein Shakes: Mocha Whey Protein Shake: Make your protein shake as usual. (1 scoop of chocolate whey protein & skim milk), but add half a teaspoon on instant coffee! This shake has the flavor of iced coffee with the health benefits of whey protein. Cinnamon Swirl Protein Shake: Make your protein shake as usual again, (1 scoop of vanilla or unflavored whey protein & skim milk) but this time add a pinch of cinnamon! Banana Chocolate Protein Shake: (requires blender) Make your protein shake as usual again again, (1 scoop of chocolate whey protein & skim milk) but this time add half a banana and then blend in a blender! Protein Shake FAQ: What is whey protein...