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Sandbag Training

Do you own a sandbag?  If not, I highly recommend this uniquely versatile piece of equipment.  If you are looking to outfit your gym with things you will in fact use, then this needs to be high on your priority list.  The bag I train with several days a week is by The...

The Importantance of Hydration

Do you drink enough water? Do you train hard, eat right, take supplements and then don’t consume enough water? You may be doing more harm than you think. Coming from someone who once had kidney stones, you DO NOT want them. I’ve had 3 children and the pain...

Monday Blues?

Not me, today the kids go back to school. Woohoo! I’m hoping I can slow the car enough to let them out safely. I kid. Your Monday morning workout has arrived! Grab your Ultimate Sandbag and let’s go! If you need something good to rev up the metabolism...
Kale Chips

Kale Chips

This is a healthy alternative to chips or crackers. Full of nutrients, not full of all the junk you’d find in a bag of chips. Ingredients: Kale Olive Oil sea salt garlic powder Prep: Wash and dry kale place on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil season...
Paleo Tomato Basil Mahi Mahi with Spinach

Paleo Tomato Basil Mahi Mahi with Spinach

I’m reading about eating for your brain recently and I decided to make this recipe with that in mind. Omega 3’s are super brain food and helping with memory and brain function. In addition to that (if that’s not enough for you) they help reduce...
Are you staying on track?

Are you staying on track?

Are you a frequent traveler?  If so, don’t get caught with your excuse pack on when it comes to making time for your workout.  As seen here, Josh Henkin of Ultimate Sandbag, shows how easy it is to bring this versatile piece of equipment anywhere you go.  Made...
Top organic foods to buy

Top organic foods to buy

AKA, the dirty dozen. These are the fruits and vegetables you should purchase organically when possible. They are listed in order from the highest levels of pesticide to the lowest. I realize organic usually means more expensive, but not always. Regardless, you should...
Paleo Pot Roast

Paleo Pot Roast

The last roast I made was very disappointing. I think I had purchased a different cut of meat than normal. I’ve kind of spoiled myself with Tri-tip (which is certainly not necessary, but awesome) over the years and if I sway from it, I’m typically not...
Cooking healthy for a family

Cooking healthy for a family

After a long history of following every style of eating, I’ve now discovered one that works for me. A Paleo lifestyle. Simply said, I eat a grain-free, dairy-free diet including tons of veggies, protein and occasional fruits, nuts and seeds. I’ve continued...