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1 Month of Do-Anywhere Workouts

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Happy New Year! I can’t believe 2019 is here! It’s that time of year again when we’re all inspired to get healthy and fit. But, of course, doing the same workout day after day gets old real quick, and it definitely won’t help you stick to your goals for the new year. An easy way to get motivated? Try each of these workouts (3 per week) to keep you motivated all month long! And the best part is that you don’t need any equipment to do them. You can quite literally do them just about anywhere! Happy sweating, friends! Week One Week Two: Week Three: Week Four from Carrots 'N' Cake http://bit.ly/2SvOyMP

Primal Health Chef: Using Food For Health

Mom Life: Keeping Two Kids Happy

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Being a mom of two is great when both kids are happy. It’s better than great, actually. When Mazen is home I am almost always wearing Birch in the Solly wrap – it’s the only way I can help or entertain Mazen with at least one hand. And Birch loves being worn. Sometimes, despite best efforts, both boys are crying at once, and that really shoots my anxiety through the roof. This most often happens between dinner and bedtime. Or when we’re rushing out the door! It’s always a little easier when the parent-to-child ratio is 1:1. Mazen has a few weeks (WEEKS!) off of school, and it’s keeping me on my toes. He is a total extravert and always wants a playmate.Luckily we have wonderful neighbor friends, but they aren’t always at home or available at all hours of the day. He’s not a big fan of quiet solo play. We also limit iPad time to one hour on the weekends, so that means I have to come up with lots of activities to do with Mazen when he is home from school. Since he is really into pain

FREE 7-Day Sugar-Free Meal Plan

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Happy New Year, friends! If you fully enjoyed the holiday season (like I did), you might feel like you need a vacation from sugar. Oy. Sure, it was a fun few weeks, but now it’s time to get it together! If you’re looking for a bit of a reset, here’s a simple, delicious meal plan with zero added sugars! This Sugar-Free Meal Plan is designed to help people kick their sugar habit without feeling deprived. It’s free from all added sugars, including natural sweeteners like maple syrup and honey. The meals are packed with vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, making it the perfect 7-day detox for anyone new to sugar-free living. Just sign up below to get your copy! 7-DAY SUGAR-FREE MEAL PLAN P.S. This post might be of interest: How I Beat My Sugar Addiction . from Carrots 'N' Cake http://bit.ly/2Rk1GHt

Clean Eating Ginger Ale Recipe

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This clean eating ginger ale recipe is perfectly refreshing! I never grew up being a big ginger ale fan. But there are times when ginger ale is called for. Recently, Mini Chef ended up with a tummy… Read more → from The Gracious Pantry http://bit.ly/2SqtdnS

How to Calculate Your Macros in 5 Steps

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First things first: What are macros? If you’re brand new to this macro thing, please read  this guide  for a breakdown of what they’re all about. Calculating your personal macro goals can be done in a variety of ways – and everyone does it a little differently. This first calculation should be a starting point for you in your journey to figure out what ratio is best for you. In the coming weeks, take note of how you FEEL with regard to energy levels, workouts, sleep, etc. Even a single week can provide you insight into what’s working and what’s not. From there, you can always make tweaks on your own or work with me to determine the right macro ratio for you. Here’s a breakdown of how to calculate your own macro numbers: Latest Videos 1.     Determine your maintenance calories  (number of calories you need to maintain your bodyweight) by multiplying body weight (in pounds) by 14 (or 15 if you are very active and/or have a low body fat percentage). 2.     Set deficit (o

Weekly Link Love—Edition 9

2018 Christmas Recap

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At the beginning of the holiday season, a stranger told me that 4.5 years old is the BEST age for Christmas, and he was definitely right. I can’t even begin to explain just how much Quinn enjoyed the “Christmas holiday.” In fact, I’m still smiling just thinking about the wonderful memories we made together! Above, Quinn is sprinkling reindeer food on our lawn before heading out for our Christmas Eve festivities. Christmas Eve started at Funny Farm where we met Greg (Mal’s step-brother), Jen (his wife), and cousin Coraline to open presents and catch up. Then, we were off to my Grammie’s house for her annual Christmas Eve party. Quinn was so excited to spend some quality time with cousin Matthew and Karli. The three of them were so cute together – they’re finally at the age when they can play together! Quinn participated in his first Yankee Swap and scored a beautiful blanket for Mumma! 🙂 Grandma’s Christmas cookies! Christmas morning started bright and early with stocking

Delicious, Crunchy, Caramelized Granola

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If you are home for the holidays and are looking for an easy recipe to enjoy, this crunchy, caramelized granola will be your new go-to! I promised you guys I’d share this recipe for the most delicious granola I’ve ever had. My neighbors brought me a tupperware of it the week Birch was born. I immediately asked for the recipe! My neighbor said it was from a magazine a decade ago and she’s been making it ever since. I made just a few changes to simplify the recipe and call it my own. It’s so easy you can make it with a sleeping baby on your shoulder! I would not consider this granola “health food” because it does have a lot of sugar, but that is what contributes to the caramelized taste that makes it soooo good! But it’s made from real food and other nutritious ingredients so I consider it healthy nonetheless. Like whole grain oats, pecans, and coconut flakes! I love these toasted ones by Dang, but you can use regular coconut too or sub in something else. The sweetness comes from