I bought Alicia Silverstone’s book The Kind Diet a few weeks ago after a friend recommended it. I always thought Alicia was a vegetarian (not eating any meat) but she’s actually vegan (doesn’t eat any animal products including eggs or dairy) so I was interested in how she makes her diet tasty and healthy. Plus, […]
Here is another round of my product reviews. Let me know what you think!! Lush Bubble Bars I started using Lush a few years ago after I found them on a trip to Atlanta. Now we finally have them in Houston at the Macy’s store in the Galleria! I love this brand because all of […]
Hi guys! Well, as you know..the holidays are probably the hardest time to stay in shape and eat right. But, that doesn’t mean that it’s impossible! I’m trying to lean out and drop a few lb’s over the next month for my ExerciseTV video shoot! This is going to be such a challenge because of […]
Confused about what to eat when you are starting a new workout program? On Fox Morning News Extra I showed viewers why 100 calorie packs are not good! Also, I didn’t get to talk about the plate of powdered donuts…but they are NOT one of my healthy items! I was trying to show that the […]
I’m now accepting clients for my “virtual training” program. I know many of my readers do not live in Houston, but I’ve found a way that you can still train with me! For only a fraction of my normal personal training rates I will give you a month of virtual/remote training that will include a […]
Ok, guys…here is another round of product reviews that you have been asking for! This time I’ve included food, gear and clothes! Lululemon Jumprope I have this yellow one and I love it! It has great cork handles and a thick plastic rope that does not get tangled. Plus, it’s easy to adjust for different […]
I love truffles..not because they are expensive and a delicacy…but because they have such a great unique flavor! Don’t confuse “real” truffles (similar to a mushroom) with the chocolate kind which are just shaped like truffles. VS. Usually truffles are infused in dishes such as risotto, pastas and other things that will absorb the […]
By now, you’ve probably heard of agave nectar or maybe seen it in your local grocery store by the honey and syrups. Most people associate agave with tequila because it is the plant (cactus-type) that the tequila is made from. The nectar (or syrup) looks almost identical to honey and can be used to sweeten […]
Here are a few of my latest and greatest! Lululemon Slipless Headband I wear one of these every time I teach a class and it keeps my hair out of my face. Unlike others, this one really stays in place because of a silicone gripper on the inside of the band. Plus, it comes in […]
For Real?! Yes! I am blogging about an alcohol-free champagne that I recently found. I’ve had to give up my nightly glass of wine (and frequently champagne) recently because of some medication I had to take. I thought this would be complete torture until I found a great tasting alcohol-free wine! I am a HUGE […]
Bored with the same old snacks? Here are a few of my favorites that I stock up on every week. Give them a try and see what you think! Whole Foods Brand “Karma Puffs”. These are tasty corn puffs that are very light and similar to popcorn. They have about 130 calories for 2 1/2 […]
In continuing with the Vegetarian Month theme…I’m including info. on some of the new veggie products that I like. You can find most of these at any grocery store in Houston (Randall’s, Whole Foods, etc). Morningstar Farms: These veggie burgers are my favorite and easy to make! Just heat one up and place on a […]
As you know, it’s best to eat as few packaged foods as possible andstick to “clean” foods with minimal processing and simple ingredients.However, this is not always possible nor practical. Here are a couplenew foods that I recommend: –Bell & Evans Chicken (http://www.bellandevans.com/). I buy these at Whole Foodsin frozen section. They have a good […]