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Month: May 2023

The Role of Grip Strength

As one of the most fundamental strength exercises, the deadlift is a staple in many athletes’ training routines. Whether you’re an experienced powerlifter or a novice gym-goer looking to build functional strength, the deadlift is an effective way to target…

Salmon Packets with Tomatoes and Olives – Kalyn’s Kitchen

Salmon Packets with Tomatoes and Olives are so flavorful from the thyme, garlic and saffron that seasons the tomato-olive mixture. No worries if you don’t have saffron though, it will still be delicious without it! PIN the Salmon Packets recipe…

How to Set Up Your Peloton Bike (Or Any Spin Bike)

Tips for setting up your Peloton bike (or any spin bike) with seat height, seat position, handlebar positions, and how to clip and unclip your pedals.  I’ve been participating in an exciting Instagram advice mission lately: helping reader friends set…

171 Vegan Recipes for Cinco de Mayo (or a Fiesta)

Mexican cuisine wins for “most recipes” in the Meal Mentor app with a whopping 171 recipes!  Have fun buildign your perfect fiesta or Cinco de Mayo celebration from this epic list!  For recipe suggestions from my cookbooks, see the link…

How to Simplify Family Craft Time

Forrest Espinoza is an artist, mother, and the founder of Artterro.  The Artterro brand is all about creativity, with a line of Eco Art Kits—open-ended art projects with natural materials, for kids and adults alike.  Along with nurturing her business,…

Kentucky Derby Style: She Belongs.

About a month ago, I shot some Kentucky Derby style content on a private jet. (Definitely NOT my jet!) The shoot was part of an auction package some friends and I won at Misters for MS, a fundraiser here in…

Are Condoms Vegan? | POPSUGAR Fitness

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. If you’re vegan or…

The Best Keto Alfredo Sauce (only 4 ingredients) – Ditch The Carbs

This post may contain affiliate links. Add the rich and creamy flavors of keto alfredo sauce to your next meal. This recipe is easily made in under 10 minutes and only adds 2.2g net carbs to any meal it’s served…

What’s Blooming!

Spring is slowly coming in. The last part of April has been much cooler and kind of wet, so the garden slowed down a bit from early in the month. The tulips have made an appearance. I have several types…

Organifi green juice vs. Athletic Greens (AG1)

Sharing a full blog post showcasing the differences between Organifi green juice and AG1 and how I use them in my routine.  Hi friends! How are ya? I hope you’re having a wonderful week. It’s been a good one over…

Spicy Shrimp Francese with Calabrian Chili

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Spicy Shrimp Francese with Calabrian Chili is a seafood dish combining traditional Italian Francese sauce with spicy Calabrian chili peppers. Spicy Shrimp Francese with Calabrian Chili I recently had Spicy…

Blueberry Muffins Tops Recipe! Only the Part People Love to Eat

We bake only the part of the muffin people really love, and stuff it full of juicy blueberries! Yield: Serves 6 Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup old fashioned oats 1 tsp…

How to Say No: 10 Powerful Tips

How do you stop saying yes when you honestly just want to say no? Well, it’s not easy. I used to have a lot of trouble with it. And so I’d become frustrated and angry with myself and others who…

Two nights ago, Alexis and I had an ice cream date on my last night in the city.

She went raspberry sorbet and I rolled coffee Haagen Dazs.  When the plan to walk across the country was formed and solidified, I never imagined in my wildest dreams that a girl would come along that would make leaving town…

Deep Thoughts With Jerry #15

Even though I’ve decided to cut back on blogging, I’m still going to continue the “Deep Thoughts With Jerry” posts–he really loves writing them! What is your favorite scent? My favorite scent? I think of this in a couple of…

Lemon Cheesecake Bars – WellPlated.com

Clear today’s plans because these sunshine-bright Lemon Cheesecake Bars just took urgent priority status. Rich, creamy, and bursting with lemon flavor, they’re the easy version of cheesecake you can pick up with your fingers! Pin this recipe on Pinterest to…

Vegan Stuffed Peppers – Holy Cow Vegan

Home > Recipes > Main Dishes Published: May 7, 2023 by Vaishali · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments In this easy dinner recipe of vegan stuffed peppers, colorful bell peppers (capsicum) are stuffed with a hearty,…

Tahini Banana Bread (Gluten-Free) – Eating Bird Food

This tahini banana bread is made with a combo of oat and almond flour and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. It’s perfectly moist and absolutely delicious! Gluten-free + dairy-free. If you guys know me, you know I love my banana…

33+ Vegan Recipes for Mother’s Day

Here are 33+ delightful vegan (no oil, plant-based, gluten-free friendly) recipes that will make for a beautiful Mother’s Day brunch or lunch.  ALL of these recipes are in the Meal Mentor app. Search by name to find them. Start your…

Diary of an Aspiring Loser: Angry Eating

[PSA: “like” my blog’s Facebook page to get tips and updates on my blog posts in your news feed.] Today was a mixed bag. Mostly good, but with a little Grrrr tossed in. I felt pretty motivated when I got up this…

OC Half Marathon Race Recap

This year’s Orange County Half Marathon Race Recap (the race is officially the OC Marathon). I’ve run the Full Marathon and Half Marathon several times, so I know the course and pre-race logistics pretty well. It’s also my marathon PR…

No-Mayo Vinegar Coleslaw – Kalyn’s Kitchen

I thought this No-Mayo Vinegar Coleslaw was so delicious, even though I’m usually a huge fan of coleslaw with mayo. And this lighter coleslaw is perfect for spring when summer salad ingredients aren’t quite in season yet. PIN No-Mayo Vinegar…