Most Improved Weather and an Arm Burner

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Jenna-Marie

The humidity in the air has finally broke, thanks to that crazy storm we had yesterday.

I mean, I love a good thunderstorm, but I could do without golf ball sized hail and 300-500 bolts of lightning per minute, which is what we experienced North of Boston.

It was intense, and left my street flooded all afternoon.

Luckily today was a huge improvement,winning the award for;

“Most Improved Weather”.

I started my morning off with a cup of hot water with lemon before drinking my usual coffee.

We wake in a state of dehydration, so drinking water first thing is very important. It jump starts your metabolism, and helps your body prepare for the day ahead.

And this particular combination is very cleansing as well.

Breakfast was a Blueberry Muffin Cake, eaten cool from the fridge.

2 Tbsp Organic Coconut Flour
2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
2 drop liquid Stevia
3/4 cup Liquid All Whites
1/2 thinly sliced banana
1/3 cup blueberries
1/4 cup water

I had planned on an arm workout yesterday, but due to flooding and traffic jams, I switched it to today.

Slow and controlled, focus on your breathing and correct form

Assisted Dips: 4×10
Assisted Pull ups: 4×10

Tricep Cable Pushdown with rope: 3×12
Bicep Cable Curl with rope : 3×12

Inner Bicep Curl: 3×12
Overhead Tricep Extension: 3×12

-Ending with a 15 minute jog on the treadmill and some stretching.

Post Workout Sweet Potato Protein Boat

Sweet potato topped with Sunwarrior Protein Spread : (1 scoop Vanilla Sunwarrior Protein Powder ,cinnamon, & water added slowly)

Along with some Michael Buble on Pandora Radio

Always a thumbs up in my book.

Also, I received my scheduled date for Stonyfield Organic’s Frozen Decathlon, which will take place on 8/19-8/21.

On those days, I will remind you to vote for team PEACH MANGO, by heading over to the Frozen Decathlon Facebook Page. Once you vote, you will receive a $1.00 off coupon towards a pint of Frozen Oikos, as well as be entered to win the awesome grand prize!

Stay tuned for further instructions, and thank you supporting my team! xoxo

Leg-Go Supersets!

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Jenna-Marie

My legs are screaming at me right now.

Why?

I’ll show you.

Warm up:

1 minute Jumping Jacks
1 minute: High Knees
1 minute: Butt Kicks

Leg-go Supersets!

Set 1: Leg extension: 3×15
Set 2: Hamstring Curl: 3×15

Set 1: Leg Press: 4×15 (2 sets wide, 2 sets narrow)
Set 2: Jump Squats: 4×15

Set 1: Alternating Lunges: 3×15 (per leg, with dumbbells)
Set 2: Step Ups: 3×15 (per leg, with dumbbells)

Set 1: Side Lunge: 3×10 (per leg)
Set 2: Skaters: 3×30 second each

Hip Bridge with weighted plate: 3×15
Low Plank with Leg Lifts: 3×10 (per leg)

squeeze, squeeze squeeze Smile

- Finish with 10 minutes on the elliptical at level 5.

Recovery Snack

Blueberry Muffin Mug Cake

2 T Coconut Flour
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup blueberries
1/4 sliced banana
3/4 cup liquid eggwhites
1/4 cup water

heat for 5-6 minutes in a microwave safe bowl, and enjoy.

It is so so so important to fuel your body both before, and after your workouts.

If you have no food in your belly, your body will naturally turn to your muscles for energy, eating them away and hindering your progress.

This is not what you want!

You’ve spent time building those muscles, protecting your bones, and creating a fit, toned physique. Don’t waste your time by neglecting to eat before you train.

A carb, healthy fat, and some protein is the way to go.

You will feel stronger, last longer, and get an overall better workout if you EAT EAT EAT! Plus, you will get better results, which is what we all want, right?

My pre-workout snack consisted of plain Greek yogurt mixed with cinnamon and raw almond butter, spread onto a gluten free rice cake.

Feed your muscles. Feel energized. Get a great workout.

It’s that simple.

Now go work those gorgeous legs of yours Smile

FULL time Trainer

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Jenna-Marie

I am a Personal trainer who cannot say “no” to the smell of a burger, or desserts that look like this.

Who could say no to that!?

Not me Smile

If you workout regularly and eat healthy 90% of the time like I do, then you shouldn’t feel guilty when you’ve eaten too much, or “cheated” on your diet.

What’s done is done, don’t dwell on it. Today is a new day to start fresh.

Get yourself back on track by eating clean, and making it a priority to get your workout in. By the end of the day, you will forget all about that oh so delicious slice of pie Smile .

Unless it’s still in your fridge, and in that case, throw it away immediately!

Ella is the queen of over eating, yet she remains confident, even after she splurges on table food

Gorgeous

We headed over to the lake in Wakefield yesterday evening to walk around, listen to music and watch the fireworks. .

They ended just as a thunderstorm began to roll in at a rapid pace. It was cool to watch a battle unfold between the colorful explosions and crazy zig-zaging lightning in the sky.

Unsafe..but cool

Matt and I were on his motorcycle, and I luckily only got pelted in the face with a few quarter sized rain drops on the way home.

No biggie Smile

This morning’s breakfast was similar to yesterday’s “Crumbled blueberry muffin”, however this time I decided to scramble it at the end to make the consistency a bit more “oatmeal-ish”

1.5 Tbsp organic coconut flour
3/4 cup liquid egg whites
1/4 cup water
1/2 sliced banana
blueberries
cinnamon and a few drops of liquid Stevia

cooked for 5 minutes in the microwave and scrambled with a spoon at the end.

It was good!, and kept me full all morning.

I just finished my pre-workout snack of Greek yogurt, chia seeds, raw almond butter and blueberries, and will soon be on my way to the gym for a workout.

Today’s routine:

Cardio: 10 minute Incline walk. 20 minute Stair Mill. 20 Minute Elliptical.

Abs:

10 stability ball rollouts.
10 plank knee twists (per side).
10 mountain climbers.
10 second plank with right leg lifted.
10 second plank with left leg lifted.
10 second plank.

repeat 3-5x

Tomorrow is already Friday, and it looks like another HOT weekend ahead!

Let’s see what you’ve got, July!

Happy 4th!!

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Jenna-Marie

Happy Fourth of July!!

My breakfast after the gym was a delicious Red, White, and Blue creation

Crumbled Blueberry Muffin

1.5 Tbsp coconut flour
3/4 cup liquid egg whites
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup blueberries
1/2 sliced banana
1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
cinnamon

Heat in a microwave safe bowl for 5 minutes and top with more cinnamon or other toppings of choice (nut butter, fruit, chia seeds, sunwarrior protein spread)

I have a feeling that Matt and I will be bouncing around a lot today.

My parents are having a bbq, I HAVE to see fireworks, and we will probably end up at our friends house somewhere in between.

Hopefully the rain holds out.

And if not…We dance in it

Whatever it is that you are doing, make sure to enjoy the day!!

xoxo

Thirsty Thursday {Holiday part 2}

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Jenna-Marie

It’s almost the weekend, which means another Thirsty Thursday is upon us!

Whether you are attending an “Ugly Sweater” party or staying low key, make sure to try one of these Christmas cocktails to bring some holiday cheer into your weekend.

Peppermint Bark Martini

1.5 oz Vodka
1 oz Peppermint Schnapps
1 oz Godiva liqueur

Mix ingredients in shaker with ice. Pour into chilled glass rimmed with peppermint pieces. Sprinkle Chocolate shavings into glass.

The Grinch

2 oz Midori
1/2 oz lemon juice
1 packet of sugar, or other natural (no calorie) sweetener

Mix ingredients in shaker with ice. Strain into chilled glass with a maraschino cherry.

Snickerdoodle Shot

1 Tbsp Butterscotch Schnapps
1 Tbsp Amaretto
Dash of cinnamon
1 Tbsp Bailey’s Irish Cream
Dash of cinnamon

As listed above, layer ingredients into a shot glass…and pound it!

How cute and simple is that!?

Enjoy !

Chorus Cardio Blast {Playlist}

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Jenna-Marie

I’ve created a list of songs with energizing chorus’ to help make your cardio routines fly by. You can pick any piece of cardio equipment you like, or simply run outside if you choose.

When the chorus of each song begins, go as hard you can until it ends. Recover until the chorus begins again, and repeat.

Get ready to sweat!

Chorus Cardio Blast Playlist

1. Marry The Night- Lady Gaga
2. Papi -Jennifer Lopez
3. Without You- David Guetta ft. Usher
4. International Love-Pitbull ft. Chris Brown
5. Burn It To The Ground- Nickelback
6. Riot- Three Days Grace
7. In The Dark- Dev
8. Sexy and I Know It- LMFAO
9. Mr. Saxobeat-Alexandra Stan
10. Good Feeling- Flo Rida

I felt strong at the end of this routine and the time literally flew by.

I ended with 15 minutes of solitary stretching and abs in my gym’s yoga studio.

Abs: Repeat 2x

Reverse Crunch: 25
Toe Touches: 25
Plank Oblique Twists: 30 seconds

Replenish

1/4 cup oat bran with 1 cup water
1/2 sliced banana
3/4 cup liquid egg whites
dash of nutmeg and cinnamon
blueberries.

Side of honey vanilla chamomile tea with stevia in the raw

Speaking of breakfast, has anyone heard the news about brands such as Kashi, Barbara’s Bakery Puffins and Whole Foods 365 cereals containing high levels of GMO’s?

Huffing and Puffing for Stuffing

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Jenna-Marie

With Thanksgiving only a week away, fitness center’s nationwide are suddenly packed with unfamiliar faces trying to lose 5 pounds before adding it back on by “Black Friday”

Look familiar?

Instead of exercising as an excuse to eat more stuffing, how about doing it so you’ll be able to spend many more holidays with your family and friends in the future? Exercise and eating healthy is the most powerful gift you can give to your body, and with the holidays quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to show yourself some love.

Let me stress that I’m no superhero when it comes to temptation. I fully intend on enjoying every delicious bite of food that fills my plate, and maybe even go back for seconds. The main goal here is to maintain control, weigh out our options, and realize that this is not the last meal we will ever eat.

Leftovers will be available by the boatload.

Throughout the next month and a half (and the rest of your life), stick to your workout routine and healthy eating habits. This leaves wiggle room to enjoy other not so healthy foods in moderation.

Life goes on after the holiday season, and you want to start off the new year 10 weeks healthier, not 10 pounds heavier.

Thirsty Thursday {would you like some cheese with that wine?}

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Jenna-Marie

What do you think? I’ll bring the bandanas Smile

OK, shall we get to drinkin?

Let’s start with some of my favorite Red Wines.

Pinot Noir

Light- Medium bodied.Tastes of deep red fruits, and spice. Pairs well with Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, along with various cheeses and gamey meats.

Merlot

A lighter wine that tastes of blackberries, cherries, plums and a hint of black pepper. Goes well with most foods, but pairs perfectly with grilled meats, pastas and salads. Mixes well with Cabernets.

Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry, Medium to Full Bodied, Tastes of plum. blueberry, blackberry, cherry, vanilla, and warm spices. Pairs well with red sauces, meat, strong cheese and dark chocolate.

Cabernet Franc

Med-Full bodied. Tastes of berries and plum. Pairs well with Mediterranean cuisine, pastas and poultry.

Zinfandel

Low-Moderate acidity. Tastes of black cherries and berries, much like the flavor of Jam, with a hint of spice. Pairs well with pizza (tomatoes and cheese), chocolate. pasta and red/white meats.

Most of the time, red wines put me to sleep or leave me with a headache in the morning. I much rather prefer a light, crisp, citrus flavored wine.

Onto the Whites!

Pinot Grigio

Dry, Acidic. Tastes of crisp lemon and citrus . Pairs well with seafood, white meats and light pasta dishes. Don’t eat with citrusy sauces.

Chardonnay

Full bodied, acidic. Tastes of lemon, grapefruit, melon, and vanilla.Pairs well with chicken and fish.

Riesling

Light-Med bodied, Acidic. Tastes of apples, apricots, peaches, and lemons. Pair with white meats and seafood.

Sauvignon Blanc

Crisp and acidic. Tastes of sour apples, pears, mango and melon. Pairs well with seafood, poultry,cheese and salad.

I am definitely a white wine girl, but an occasional glass of red is always a nice change.

I’m thinking this night calls for some frozen grapes, sharp cheeses, dark chocolate and a glass of vino.

Cheers to being a wine snob! Winking smile

Thirsty Thursday {Classics}

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Jenna-Marie

Combining sour mixes, syrups, liqueurs and juices can become very overwhelming to our sensitive stomach’s. Sometimes less is more, and drinks that have the least amount of ingredients in the mix are often the best tasting and take longer to drink.

Here are some examples that will be sure to have you sipping slowly, and looking classy.

Thirsty Thursday Classics

Dry Martini

2.5 oz Gin or Vodka
1/4 oz Dry Vermouth
2 Green Olives or a twisted lemon peel

Mix Liquor and Dry Vermouth in shaker with ice, and strain into chilled glass. Add olives or lemon peel

Tom Collins

2oz Gin
1 oz Lemon Juice
2 oz Club Soda
1 Packet of Truvia

Mix ingredients in shaker with ice. Strain into chilled glass. Garnish with lemon slice.

SoCo and Lime

3 oz Southern Comfort
2 Lime Wedges, squeezed

Served on the rocks

Mimosa

3.5 oz Champagne, Chilled
1.5 oz Fresh Orange Juice
1/2 oz Triple Sec

Serve in champagne flute with orange slice for garnish.

Bellini

1.5 oz Pureed Peaches
4 oz Sparkling Wine
Fresh Lemon Juice

Combine ingredients in shaker with ice. Serve in cooled champagne glass

Margarita

2.5 oz Tequila
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
1/2 oz Triple Sec
Lime wedge for Garnish

Combine liquid in shaker with ice. Pour into chilled glass rimmed with salt.

And every Sex and The City fan’s favorite…

Cosmopolitan

2 oz Vodka
1/2 oz Triple Sec
1/2 oz Lime Juice
1/2 oz Cranberry Juice

Mix ingredients in shaker with ice. Strain into chilled glass and garnish with lime slice.

Cheers to keepin’ it simple and classy!

Thirsty Thursday {Citrus}

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Jenna-Marie

Get your Tum’s ready, because it’s time to kickoff another Thirsty Thursday with some tangy Citrus bevies! These drinks will be sure to leave you all puckered up Winking smile , Snookie style.

Thank you for dressing the part with your orange skin, Snooks.

Drink #1 Lemon Lip Smacker

2 oz Absolut Citron or any Lemon flavored alcohol
1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice (or 3oz Crystal Lite Lemonade)
1 tsp Truvia (if using lemon juice)

Mix Vodka, Lemon Juice (or Crystal Lite) and Truvia in shaker with ice. Pour into chilled glass and garnish with thinly sliced Lemon.

Drink # 2 Pink Grapefruit Martini

1.5 oz Absolut Ruby Red
3 oz Pink Grapefruit Juice
2 T Fresh Lemon and Lime Juice

Mix Ingredients in shaker with ice. Pour into chilled glass, rimmed with Truvia. Garnish with thin slice of Grapefruit.

Drink # 3 That Bloody Orange

1.5-2 oz Absolut Mandarin or plain Vodka
3 oz Blood Orange Juice
Fresh Lime Juice

Mix ingredients in shaker with ice. Pour into chilled glass, rimmed with Truvia and garnish with thinly sliced orange.

Cheers to puckered lips, tangy tongues and a guest appearance from our very own Orange Princess!

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