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This post is sponsored by FitFluential on behalf of SUBWAY . All opinions are my own. A question that I receive from both CNC readers and DTFN clients is how to eat healthy on-the-go. Of course, in a perfect world, we’d all have our meals and snacks prepped and ready to go, but, hey, life happens and sometimes you’re out and about, far from your kitchen, and you’re HUNGRY. I totally get it, and I’ve been there… many times. Over the years, I’ve learned how to get creative with my food choices, so I wanted to share how I decide what to eat when I’m on-the-go. Find what’s fresh When I have a choice between eating establishments, I always pick the one that has the freshest ingredients, like salads, sandwiches, and wraps, with plenty of colorful and nutritious options. I’m a big fan of salad and hot bars as well as places that let you customize your meal to your preference. For instance, I like  SUBWAY  because it makes it easy for people to incorporate all sor...

Guys, Designed to Fit World is SO EXCITING right now!!! Ok, well, truthfully, it’s a tad stressful too (give me ALLTHEWINE), but, whoa, it’s awesome. Kerrie and I talked about this meal plan venture for years , and I still can’t believe it’s a reality. It’s truly the job that I’ve always wanted to do. Even in the moments when I’m feeling totally overwhelmed, I remind myself how LUCKY I am to do something that makes me so happy. I really love helping people and talking about food! So, we had our first nutrition lecture at Fit Factory in Kingston. We’re hoping to do a lot more of these info sessions with gyms, health clubs, studios, CrossFits, etc., in the area to help spread the word about DTFN. The talk lasted about an hour, and we had all sorts of handouts, recipes, discounts, and snacks for attendees. And we had quite the turn out with close to 30 members! Kerrie and Ashley , our Registered Dietitian extraordinaire, split the content of the lecture whi...

As many of you know, I simply love Mexican food. It’s incredible stuff. I could eat it seven days a week and never get tired of it. So I tend to do a lot with those types of flavors whenever I can,… Read more → from The Gracious Pantry http://ift.tt/2iRxl0M

Some people don’t need any help finding physical challenges. They naturally and intuitively figure out ways to engage physically with the world and test their prowess. But that’s not everyone, or else we’d see people sprinting down the street, hurdling park benches, climbing flagpoles, and swinging from tree branch to tree branch. It’d be a cool world, to be sure. It’s just not the one we live in. In this world, where physical challenges are usually optional, we have to go looking for them. What are some fitness challenges to try? I’ve got 11. 1. Climb a tree tall enough to make you a little queasy. How high you go depends on the climber’s faculties and experience. Don’t underestimate yourself on this one, however. This one, of course, tests both psychological and physical fitness. Everyone has that point where they begin questioning the decision to climb. And climbing itself requires hand-eye coordination, tactical planning, and physical strength. Compared to bouldering, cli...

Ever since the juice bar craze, we’ve come to expect more from what we drink. Here’s a closer look at three popular functional beverage options, and the evidence behind their health claims.   Drinking Vinegar While adding apple cider vinegar to your diet won’t cure cancer or the flu, it may be a secret weapon in keeping blood sugar levels under control. Unlike the more outrageous claims made by proponents of apple cider vinegar, there is enough evidence that consuming it may decrease the risk of diabetes and insulin resistance. The high acetic acid content in vinegar inhibits the enzymes that help you digest carbohydrates, thereby producing a smaller blood sugar response after eating. As an added benefit, this undigested starch becomes food for the good bacteria in your gut, acting as a prebiotic that supports overall digestion and a healthier immune system. While there seems to be a big push in using apple cider vinegar, any vinegar will get the job done. Acetic acid, the carb...

Written by: Kevin Cann The conventional deadlift versus the sumo deadlift is one of the great debates in the strength sports. Many will argue that the sumo deadlift is “cheating” because it has a shorter range of motion (ROM). People will also argue that the sumo deadlift is easier because it allows your hips to stay closer to the bar. However, is this really the case? Is the sumo deadlift an easier version of the deadlift? Research has actually looked into this subject. Before we get into that, we need to have an understanding of the physics behind the deadlift. This applies to both the sumo version and the conventional deadlift. They are total body lifts that place demands on our back, hips, knees, and ankles. Depending on how we choose to setup, some of these change. Front and side view of the conventional deadlift Front and side view of the sumo deadlift One major difference between the sumo deadlift and the conventional deadlift is on the demands that they place on our s...

When this cute little boy pitter patters up to my bedroom each morning with his bedhair, jammies and cold feet, we snuggle under the covers for 5 minutes before getting up for the day. I usually ask him then “What do you want for breakfast?” He’s been on a smoothie kick for a long time, and he also really likes oatmeal. But his most requested breakfast request is PANCAKES! On busy mornings when we’re on a schedule to get out the door, I have been making Anne’s Gluten Free, High Protein Pancake Recipe , which in our house is just called a “banana egg pancake.” The recipe involves just three main ingredients plus added flavors – two eggs, a mashed banana, chia seeds, cinnamon and vanilla. It’s kind of a cross between a pancake and a crepe, I’d say. Pour the batter in a buttered omelet pan over low heat and it’s ready in 5 minutes. I just love how quick this is to whip up and how easy it is to make one big thin pancake and cut it up as opposed to 5 smaller ones that co...