SHAMPOO WARNING: I figured out why I've gained weight. The shampoo I use in the shower that runs down my body says, "for extra volume and body." Going to start using Dawn dish washing soap. It says, "dissolves fat that is otherwise difficult to remove."

New Hotness!

Tinie Tempah....he's good stuff...take a listen!

Friends can help make workouts more fun!

  Studies show that people who workout with friends or loved ones have greater success at achieving their health and fitness goals.  Grab a partner and try any of these fun exercises for your next workout.

"I think I should have no other mortal wants, if I could always have plenty of music. It seems to infuse strength into my limbs and ideas into my brain. Life seems to go on without effort, when I am filled with music."  - George Eliot, English novelist

What would you do if you saw these people in the gym?!

A lot of my time is spent in the gym, and because of that I tend to catch people doing some pretty weird things that I can't even make sense of. Check out these funny gym videos that others have caught on tape!

A Hidden Jewel

    I stumbled upon Jared Evan, a New York based musician, while perusing the internet for new underground music and I surely hit gold. I can't exactly pin point his musical style but on this album he has collaborations with some big names in hip hop, ie; Pharrell Williams, !llmind, Kevin Rudolf, Roscoe Dash, and Stat Quo.  Just image all of those musical styles merging and that should explain it.
    Check out what I picked as my favorite singles off his new mixtape, "Back and Forth."  If you like what you hear I encourage you to download it...fo' free!

"The Light"




"Embers"

Health tip: Eat avocados!

It is hard for me to believe that at one point in my life I hated avocados because these days I just can't get enough. Aside from being rich in flavor and absolutely delicious, avocados also....

• Promote heart health
• Have anti-inflammatory benefits
• Optimize absorption of carotenoids
• Support cardiovascular health
• Promote blood sugar regulation 
• Have anti-cancer benefits

 This little fruit has gotten a bad reputation because of it's higher fat content when compared to other fruits, but don't listen to the hype!  Avocados are full of the good for you fat that has a positive effect on your body's well being.

Take your health into your own hands and educate yourself...The Avocado Advantage 

Quick and Easy Guacamole:

1 avocado

1-2 spoonfuls of your favorite fresh salsa

Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin to taste

• Cut avocado in half, remove seed, scoop avocado from peel and put into a mixing bowl.
• Use a fork and begin to mash up the avocado until desired smoothness.
• Add seasonings and stir to incorporate.
• Then fold in one to two spoonfuls of your favorite fresh salsa.

Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for later. 

Eataly: They cook what they sell and they sell what they cook.

    The secret to quality life?  Quality products.

Enter a world dedicated to quality: that means quality food, quality drink and ultimately quality time.

   Eataly, one of the highlights from my NYC trip, challenges the idea that quality products, good eating and shopping are only accessible to a select few, when it's actually a right that we all have.  Everything that this market place encompasses fits with my belief that quality products are at the core of health and well-being.

"Good food brings all of us together."

"We believe that one of the greatest sources of joy is what happens around a dinner table."

 

 "Here, you won’t just discover what you love, you’ll also learn about what you love."

"When you demand quality products, you support the local farmers, fishermen, butchers, bakers, and cheesemakers who produce them. You create a better environment—for eating and beyond."

Cured meats and Cheeses.

Freshly baked breads.

Mozzarella made right in front of your eyes.

Delicious meals.

Every corner of Eataly New York shares a commitment to community, environment and local food traditions, the principals of Slow Food. 

Be proactive about your health.  Check out the website to get all the info and make sure to visit next time your in New York!

Eataly in NYC

Kid Sister will keep you movin'

    Fun and funky electro hip-hop has been given a breath of fresh air from the help of Kid Sister.  I just came across her music recently, but once I heard it I was immediately hooked!  Emerging in 2006 Kid Sister quickly made a name for herself and I can understand why.  Click the link and take a listen to her track, "Kiss, kiss, kiss" off of her most recent mixtape also titled, "Kiss, kiss, kiss."

*Enjoy*


Kid Sister – Kiss Kiss Kiss (Mixtape) 02. Kiss Kiss Kiss by Hypetrak

Try something new: Hot Yoga

    Last Saturday I decided to try a new kind of workout...Hot Yoga.  I've done some yoga before and usually enjoy the type of workout that it gives me, so a friend and I decided to see what a class like this would be all about.  We took a Bikram yoga class which was an hour and a half in duration and performed in a one hundred five degree room.
 

   We were taken through a series of twenty six poses that help stretch, strengthen, and balance the body.  I did like the class and found it to be challenging in a way that I don't normally challenge my body.  Performing exercise in a room heated to this degree was a challenge in itself and I was certainly soaked with sweat when I walked out of there.  One downfall, due to all the perspiration the classroom got kind of stinky which towards the end was a big difficult to stomach but with that aside, I left feeling refreshed, relaxed, and somewhat cleansed..it was cool!

   All in all I would do another hot yoga class and would encourage others to try this type of activity as long as you're comfortable exercising in hot temperatures.

Keep things interesting, try different activities to help minimize the risk of boredom and monotony and maximize overall fitness and strength!

If you are in the Framingham or Natick area check out the website for Mystic Fitness where there are full class descriptions and other information.

http://www.mysticfitness.com/

Food Flash Mob!

I love Jamie Oliver, he has a great message to give when it comes to food and healthy eating. Check out this video from his show Food Revolution...I totally want to do this!

Snacks and the City

   Last night I returned from a ladies weekend trip to New York City.  We didn't go see a show, we decided to take full advantage of the food wonderland the city has to offer and boy, was it tasty!  Everywhere we went offered foods of high quality and maximum flavor, along with providing a fun eating environment.
   Healthy food does NOT mean bland, tasteless food....healthy food is delicious and satisfying to the body and mind.  Go out, have fun, and enjoy good food!

Fresh Guacamole made table side.

 Night one:  Rosa's Mexicana
Fun, authentic Mexican restaurant with a high end feel and energetic bar scene.
 

Chicken Tacos

  







Day Two: Eataly
A full city block of imported Italian food products and authentic restaurants.  Tons of fun!  
*A blog entry dedicated solely to Eataly will be coming soon!*

Warm Vegetables with Farro Salad

Night Two: Gyu Kaku - Korean BBQ
Offers their customers an interactive dining experience where you can actually grill all your own food. Delish!

Mango Mojito & Miso Soup

Teriyaki Chicken, Skirt Steak, Salmon, Veggies & Bim bim bap

S'mores!