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    7 Exercises To Improve Push Ups Story

    11/07/2022 by Victoria Cornell

    Woman with a weighted vest on doing push ups.

    7 Exercises To Improve Push Ups Story7 Exercises To Improve Push UpsLearn moreThese exercises target the same muscles you’ll need to master push ups. So, begin working them into your workout routine and watch your push up strength increase!Learn moreThough the push up is often seen as just a body weight chest exercise, in reality, a push up is so much more than that. It's a … [Read more...]

    The Best Workout Routines For Women To Boost Strength Story

    11/06/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Woman doing a yoga workout at home with a red text block over the image.

    The Best Workout Routines For Women To Boost Strength Story 4 Day Workout Routine For Women To Lose WeightLearn moreStaying consistent to a 4 day workout routine can help you: – Build solid muscle – Lose stubborn weight – Get super strongLearn moreStrength Training & Cardio: Which Is Better For Fat Loss & Toning? Long term results... strength training!Learn moreThe … [Read more...]

    Protein Powder Truffles (Dairy-Free)

    11/02/2022 by Shelby Stover

    White chocolate coated zebra truffles scattered with one chocolate truffle on a purple muffin liner and white chocolate chips around them

    Protein Powder Truffles (Dairy-Free)Chocolate Protein Truffles (dairy & gluten-free)Learn moreCreamy, rich, and coated in white chocolate these protein truffles make the perfect dessert.Learn moreREAD MOREMade using dairy-free chocolate chips and vegan chocolate protein powder these homemade chocolate truffles have a healthy but decadent spin.Ingridients!Learn moreStep 1HOW … [Read more...]

    The BEST Workouts For Busy Moms

    11/01/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Woman in a sports bra and tights performing a split squat with her back foot on abench.

    The BEST Workouts For Busy MomsGet STRONG & CONFIDENT ... with these workouts!Learn moreDesigned with busy moms in mind these workouts are SHORT, effective, and also practical (no burpee intervals!)Learn moreDelivered monthly to your phone the workouts come with videos of each and every exercise so that you know exactly what you're doing at all times.Learn moreStay … [Read more...]

    6 Healthy Chia Pudding recipes (Dairy-Free)

    10/31/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Four jars filled with different kinds of chia puddings recipes and topped with things like fresh berries, or nuts.

    6 Healthy Chia Pudding recipes (Dairy-Free)6 Healthy Chia Pudding Recipes (for busy days!)Learn moreLearn the secret of how to make chia pudding that comes out creamy and indulgent every time. Each chia pudding recipe is dairy-free, easy-to-make, and packed with fuel.Learn moreREAD MOREWhip them up for an on-the-go breakfast or pick-me-up snack in the middle of the day.As a … [Read more...]

    Morning Glory Muffins With Zucchini (Paleo)

    10/30/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Paleo morning glory muffins on a cooling rack with a bowl of dried blueberries.

    Morning Glory Muffins With Zucchini (Paleo)Paleo Morning Glory MuffinsLearn moreSweetened with bananas and dried fruit these muffins are packed with goodness and hidden veggies!Learn moreREAD MOREKickstart your day or grab some fuel on the go with a healthy twist on a classic favorite.Ingridients!Bananas Coconut oil Almond butter Eggs Coconut flour Carrots & Zucchini Dried … [Read more...]

    Learn How To Engage Glutes In Just 3 Steps Story

    10/27/2022 by Victoria Cornell

    Three images of a woman in black tights and sports bra in various positions to activate the glutes with text between the images

    Learn How To Engage Glutes In Just 3 Steps StoryLearn How To Engage Glutes In Just 3 StepsLearn moreAs a Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach, glutes are one of my favorite muscles to train because they just come with so many benefits!Learn moreBecause the glute muscles are so important, when they’re weak or underutilized, the low back and hamstrings take over … [Read more...]

    5 Day Workout Routine For Women To Boost Strength Story

    10/26/2022 by Victoria Cornell

    Woman in sports bran and tights with back foot elevated on bench and holding dumbbells with text about a workout split overhead

    5 Day Workout Routine For Women To Boost Strength Story5 Day Workout Routine For Women To Boost StrengthLearn moreStepping up your workout volume from four to five days per week can help you: – Build solid muscle – Lose stubborn weight – Get super strongLearn moreStrength Training & Cardio: Which Is Better For Fat Loss & ToningLearn moreThe truth is, strength training … [Read more...]

    Dairy Free Chocolate Frosting

    10/25/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Close up of a spoon with dairy-free chocolate fosting over a bowl of more frosting.

    Dairy Free Chocolate FrostingDairy-Free Chocolate FrostingLearn more Jump to Recipe It's thick, sticky, and made with only four ingredients!Learn moreREAD MOREThis dairy-free chocolate frosting contains zero processed sugars and is the perfect option for cookies... or to lick off a spoon!Ingridients!Cacao powder Honey Cashew butter Coconut creamLearn moreStep 1HOW TO … [Read more...]

    Vegan Protein Cookies

    10/24/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Vegan protein cookies stacked one on top of another.

    Vegan Protein CookiesEasy Vegan PROTEIN COOKIES (8g per cookie)Learn moreMade with vegan protein powder and nut butter these protein cookies are loaded with healthy ingredients but taste indulgentLearn moreREAD MOREThese cookies are pretty easy to substitute. Chocolate chips are a great addition (mini chocolate chips work best!) and peanut butter will work for almond (any nut … [Read more...]

    Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting (dairy-free!)

    10/23/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Pink dairy-free cream cheese frosting being piped onto vanilla cupcakes on a cutting board with a steel bowl of frosting behind them.

    Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting (dairy-free!)Healthy  Cream Cheese FrostingLearn moreThis dairy-free cream cheese frosting will soon become a dessert staple in your house because it’s so easy.Learn moreREAD MOREMade with only three ingredients and naturally dyed, it’s perfect for first birthday cupcakes, carrot cake or any other indulgenceLearn moreIngridients!Vegan cream … [Read more...]

    Dairy-Free S'mores Cups (Copy)

    10/22/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Pin image with text: peanut butter s'mores cup with a marshmallow on top held between two fingers with more smores cups behind it

    Dairy-Free S'mores Cups (Copy)Dairy-Free Peanut Butter S'mores CupsLearn moreEnjoy all the indulgence of buttery graham cracker, topped with dark chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a marshmallow to finish it off.Learn moreREAD MOREThese mini s'mores cups have all the flavor of the traditional version but they’re bite-sized and pre-made instead!Learn … [Read more...]

    Ground Almonds vs Almond Flour Story

    10/21/2022 by Victoria Cornell

    Close up of almonds.

    Ground Almonds vs Almond Flour StoryGround Almonds vs Almond FlourLearn moreBoth almond flour and almond meal are popular choices for paleo, gluten-free, and keto recipes. However, each one is different.Both almond flour and almond meal are popular choices for paleo, gluten-free, and keto recipes. However, each one is different.Learn moreThough both are made from raw almonds … [Read more...]

    Corrective Exercises To Heal Diastasis Recti

    10/20/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Close up image of a womans' tummy in a pink sports bra with text about diastasis recti exercises

    Corrective Exercises To Heal Diastasis Recti4 Corrective Exercises For Diastasis RectiLearn moreStruggling with a belly pouch that just won’t go away? Commonly referred to as a mummy tummy this abdominal separation can normally be healed using strategic diastasis recti exercises.Learn moreREAD MOREIn just 10 minutes a day, you can drastically improve your abdominal muscles and … [Read more...]

    What Is Powdered Bone Broth? Everything You Need To Know Story

    10/20/2022 by Victoria Cornell

    Pin image with text: two images, the top of a container of bone broth powder with a scoop of powder beside it and bone broth in a tea mug on a saucer and the bottom of a gut-healing chocolate cmoothie held in a kids hands with colored straws

    What Is Powdered Bone Broth? Everything You Need To Know StoryWhat Is Powdered Bone Broth? Everything You Need To KnowLearn moreImprove your gut health and save time in the kitchen by using powdered bone broth! Ever popular and with a unique set of benefitsLearn moreSince bone broth powder is just a spin of bone broths, it has the same benefits:– Improved digestion – Helps … [Read more...]

    One Recipe To Boost Your Immune System

    10/19/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Blender with frozen bananas, ice cubes and bone broth powder

    One Recipe To Boost Your Immune SystemBoost Your Immune System... with one recipe!!Learn moreMade in just five minutes, this healthy chocolate smoothie contains a secret ingredient to improve gut health.Learn moreREAD MOREBone broth powder is nothing short of healing! And in powder form it's an easy way to sneak it in.As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I love this … [Read more...]

    Collagen vs Protein Powder: What’s The Difference? Story

    10/19/2022 by Victoria Cornell

    Two scoops one of white collagen powder and the other of chocolate protein powder with text at the top of the image.

    Collagen vs Protein Powder: What’s The Difference? StoryCollagen vs Protein Powder: What’s The Difference?Learn moreBoth collagen and protein powder have exploded in the fitness world over the last few years making it hard to know which one is best.Learn moreAnd though they are very similar in some ways, they have a lot of differences too.Learn moreAs a Certified Nutrition … [Read more...]

    Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken (gluten-free)

    10/13/2022 by Shelby Stover

    Gluten-free chicken breasts on a blue plate with rice and green beans and sauce in a white ramekin behind it

    Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken (gluten-free)Balsamic ChickenGluten-FreeDairy & Gluten-Free5 Minute PrepSlow CookerLearn moreTender, juicy chicken breasts with just five ingredients!Learn more01Whisk together the gluten-free sauce ingredients.Learn more02Pour the sauce over sliced chicken breasts in the slow cooker.Learn more03In the last 30-60 minutes of cooking, add the … [Read more...]

    Cookie Dough Protein Balls

    10/07/2022 by Shelby Stover

    paleo cookie dough ball being held between fingers with more in a bowl

    Cookie Dough Protein BallsCookie Dough PROTEIN BALLS (no dairy or gluten)Learn more9g of protein, soft, chewy, and they taste as if you’re licking the batter from the spoon.Learn moreREAD MOREGiven that they take just five minutes to make, they’re healthy and paleo, you’d be silly to not have the ingredients on hand!As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I use these balls … [Read more...]

    Dairy-Free Chocolate Banana Chia Pudding

    10/06/2022 by Victoria Cornell

    Featured image: chocolate chia seed pudding topped with banana, coconut whip, and chocolate chips

    Dairy-Free Chocolate Banana Chia PuddingDairy-Free Chocolate Banana Chia PuddingLearn more8 grams of plant-based protein, no dairy, and all the indulgence of a chocolate treat.Learn moreREAD MOREChia seed pudding is loaded with healthy fats and this chocolate banana version is a rich flavor that you can't say no to.As a Certified Nutrition Coach, chia seeds … [Read more...]

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