Yesterday was one of those days where I struggled to find joy in the everyday grind. I sat in my morning devotional time expressing to God how I was dreading the long day(s) of work ahead. I prayed for strength, joy, and a rekindled passion for what I do. Now, no, I was not flooded … Continue reading Finding Joy in the Grind
Month: November 2017
25 Days of Christmas Wellness
I only celebrate holidays one way... ALL IN. I'm a sucker for all things festive, celebratory, and tradition-filled. Christmas is a special one, because it just so happens to be my birthday as well. Yep, actual Christmas Day, and this year is even more special because it's my G O L D E N birthday. EEEK! I … Continue reading 25 Days of Christmas Wellness
Tips for Balanced + Healthy Holidays
I’m a firm believer that the holidays truly are, “the most wonderful time of the year.” Quality time with loved ones, reflecting on all we have to be grateful for, and delicious food. As lovely as the holidays are, it can be difficult to maintain a balanced, healthy lifestyle when sweet treats abound. Here are … Continue reading Tips for Balanced + Healthy Holidays
Butter Coffee (don’t knock it ’till ya try it)
One of the biggest things I hear people struggle with trying to do a Whole30 or just eliminate sugar is giving up coffee creamer. For a long time, I used a Califia Farms almond creamer that tastes delish, cleaner ingredients than most, but still had some added sugar in it. I tried to drink coffee black for … Continue reading Butter Coffee (don’t knock it ’till ya try it)
My Go-To Morning Smoothie
This nutrient-dense, sludgy smoothie is my jam just about every. single. morning. Especially during marathon training season, I focus hard on getting in all the nutrients I can to help with recovery! Amanda's Morning Smoothie 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 1 scoop SFH protein 1 scoop Sports Research collagen peptides 1 tablespoon nut butter (your … Continue reading My Go-To Morning Smoothie
Paleo Sloppy Joe Meat
Sloppy joe meat does not photograph well (lol), but OH. MY. GOODNESS. PALEO SLOPPY JOE MEAT. 🙌🏼💯😍 It's perfect, and great mixed with sweet taters. 💁🏼 Sloppy Joe Meat 1 pound grass-fed ground beef 1/2 a yellow onion, diced 1/2 a bell pepper, chopped 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon yellow mustard 3/4 cup organic, sugar-free ketchup … Continue reading Paleo Sloppy Joe Meat
Easy Protein Waffles
This recipe is simple, grain-free, and makes two big, DELISH waffles. Easy Protein Waffles 1 scoop vanilla protein 1 egg 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon baking powder Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl. Spray a waffle maker with coconut oil, and pour batter in. I topped mine with … Continue reading Easy Protein Waffles