I love pasta, but when I started Weight Watchers, and realized just how small a serving size of pasta really is, I began looking for other ways to get that pasta fix without spending so many points. Spaghetti squash was my first foray into pasta swaps, and one I regularly go back to, as well as broccoli slaw. More recently I have also invested in a veggie spiralizer to make summer squash and zucchini into noodles. This was apart of my food prep last weekend, and made for a simple dinner Monday night, so I wanted to share it with you! Continue reading Oodles of Zoodles!
The Struggle is Real
For those of you who’ve tried to lose weight and get healthy and keep it off, you know what I’m talking about. Food is a necessary to sustain ourselves and keep us healthy. But for someone who has a history of relying on food to manage stress, deal with emotions, etc it is a double edged sword. Such as been the trial for me over the last couple of weeks. Continue reading The Struggle is Real
Akron Marathon Relay 2016
Soooo, this happened last weekend!!
Yoga – 10/3/16
Just finished doing 40 minutes of relaxation yoga from my DVD set Yoga for Inflexible People. Continue reading Yoga – 10/3/16
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Steel Cut Oatmeal
I’m trying out a new oatmeal recipe today, and my house smells so incredible that I knew I had to share it here. I can’t wait to enjoy it this week as we see the end of September and welcome some cooler temperatures… Continue reading Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Steel Cut Oatmeal
I’m still here!
Wow, what a couple of weeks it has been! This job change has knocked the stuffing out of my energy in the evenings, tonight’s the first night I’ve felt like writing anything! Thank goodness for a supportive husband who’s been extra helpful around the house lately! Continue reading I’m still here!
It’s another food prep Sunday!
Happy Sunday, what a gorgeous day!! It’s so nice to be able to open the windows and let in some fresh air! All while doing my food prep for the week! Continue reading It’s another food prep Sunday!
Meal Planning
Several of you have asked about meal planning and how I do it. It has helped me to be planful for the week, especially for those weeks that include special occasions and other out of the ordinary plans that will have me eating things I don’t normally. I like to say that this lifestyle is really all about balance, and meal planning helps me do just that. Continue reading Meal Planning
Weekly Food Prep
I credit much of my weight loss success to food prep: I dedicate a little time each weekend, usually Sunday afternoons, in order to save a lot of time and effort during the week…and to better ensure that I eat healthy throughout the week. Continue reading Weekly Food Prep
