Put the Spring Back in Your Step!

If you live in Austin, or any of the southern states, March is definitely the beginning of spring! We are past freezes, snow, or any other nasty winter type weather. Spring is the best!   Spring marks the beginning of a new growing season. Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and the weather is perfect […]

Sip and See

  Happy Fall, Y’All!!! I absolutely love fall for so many reasons, but the main reason: I love to entertain! I love football pre-games, post soccer games, holiday events or maybe just celebrating a Tuesday! No matter the occasion, I absolutely love to eat, drink and be merry with my family and friends! It is […]

12 Days of Christmas GYM Gifts

12 Days of Christmas If you have an athlete, a walker, a gym rat, a fitness enthusiast, a Crossfitter, a runner, a competitor, or a weekend warrior in your life, you may wonder what to get them for Christmas. Here is my list of favorite and most useful gifts for the athlete in your life, […]

What are MACROS and should you count them?

Macronutrients, or MACROS, are broken down into Protein, Carbohydrates, and Fats. These are the building blocks of the foods that we eat and the energy we can expend. Each macronutrient is calculated differently when it comes to contributing to your overall calorie and nutritional intake. Proteins and Carbohydrates are calculated at 4 calories per gram, […]

Anti Inflammatory Foods

Anti-inflammatory foods prevent or reduce low-grade chronic inflammation, a key risk factor in a host of health problems and several major diseases. The typical anti-inflammatory diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, lean protein, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats. Here are some of our favorites: Berries Strawberries Blueberries Raspberries Blackberries Fatty Fish Salmon Sardines Herring Mackerel Anchovies Cruciferous […]