When to Use Ice vs Heat Therapy
It can get confusing whether to use ice vs heat when it comes to injury. Everyone (that isn’t a doctor) has a different opinion. So what’s the truth? Here’s the breakdown!
Garage Gym Ideas For Your Perfect Workout
What Does Your Garage Gym Need?
Looking for a great way to improve your fitness… at home? A garage gym can be the perfect answer. Save time, gas, and awkward social moments at the gym with these pro tips on how to build your own garage gym!
Nutrition Tools: The Best Blender For Protein Shakes
Top Nutrition Tools: Your Blender
Looking for nutrition tools to help you eat healthier? Well, a high-quality blender might be exactly what you need. From smoothies to soups, blenders can be an instant hit for the family. Check out this nutrition tools review!
12 Celebrities Who Are Into Running Barefoot
Celebrities Love Running Barefoot As Well
Running barefoot is all the rage these days because it can improve your gait and overall health. It’s a fad that is quickly catching on with celebrities as well. Check out why running barefoot is great for you and a few celebrities that are into the trend!
Pound Workout: Get Up And Keep Moving!
POUND Fitness: The Next Fitness Revolution?
Stuck in a rut? Tired of the same old crap? Tried going through the motions? Maybe it’s time to try something COMPLETELY different? POUND Fitness is a cardio-crushing way to get up and get active… while having a friggin blast! Try these moves:
5 Tips on How to Create a Workout Plan
How to Create a Workout 101
Confused about how to create a workout? It can get incredibly confusing with all of the info out there, but it isn’t rocket science. Check out these tips, as we walk you through creating your own workout and building it specifically for you!
Eating Fruit Every Day Is Important
Eat More Fruit – Obviously…
Yeah… we all could probably eat more fruit, but why? Obviously, we know it’s healthier than pounding down trans fat-loaded burgers but what are some cool facts about fruit that make it important to eat? Get some fun info in this article!
Recipe: Quinoa And Black Beans With Vegetables
Quinoa with Vegetables Recipe
Concerned about protein (who isn’t these days)? Then you will love this black bean and quinoa with the vegetable recipe! Both quinoa and black beans are plant-based foods that contain the essential amino acids necessary for our body to build complete proteins. This makes for a mouth-watering recipe the entire family will adore! Makes 4 servings.
Quinoa with Vegetable Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- ½ cup celery, chopped
- 1½ cups red pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
- ¾ cup quinoa
- 5 ounces spinach
- 1½ cups carrots, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup reduced-fat Monterey jack cheese, shredded
Animals for Health: Pets and Your Mental Health
Animals for Health 101
Man’s best friend?? “Animals for health” is a hot-button topic these days as more and more research comes to light describing how pets can greatly improve our mental health. Find out below just how exactly how your pet is affecting your mindset!
Barley Risotto with Shrimp Recipe
Barley Risotto with Shrimp Recipe
What an amazing recipe! Making a risotto force you to slow down. This alternative grain version is not difficult, just requires some, mostly passive, time. You’ll stir in fresh spring asparagus which is full of antioxidants that help to neutralize cell-damaging free radicals. This simple recipe makes 4 servings.
Barley Risotto with Shrimp Ingredients
- 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup pearl barley
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1 pound thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 pound small frozen cooked and peeled shrimp, thawed
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated