December 2013 archive

Some Like it Hot…What’s Your Favorite Winter Beverage?

Grab your favorite Santa Claus mug, Brooke P. has some hot cocoa knowledge and recipes to share with us! I must admit I am an avid coffee drinker, but during this time of year I always enjoy my hot chocolate.  However, I wanted something that I could make from home, so I would have to …

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Monthly Challenge: 12 Moves of Fitness

As you have see from November’s “No-Fear Gear” post, I love love love LOVE bodyweight workouts — they are simple, can be done anywhere you are your own resistance and you can combine cardio and strength moves for a super efficient yet super effective workout.  Being the holiday season, I of course think it would …

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December No Fear Gear: Hit the Books!

Usually every month I try to put a piece of fitness equipment I find useful during my workouts, but this month I decided to go straight to the source.  The Women’s/Men’s Health Big Book of Exercises is really a fitness bible.  It is my go-to not only for my own workouts but also for my …

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Brooke P Offers a Little Twist on Some Comfort Food Classics!

 The holidays are officially here!  We are surround once again by family of friends, and of course, a lot of food.  Every year, I always have my “staple” indulgent items (i.e. cheesy potatoes and yeast rolls) but I always try and make a few dishes which are more wholesome.  This year, I was lucky enough …

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Wrapping up Some Thankfulness

1. My walking partner.  When my grandparents lived in their condo this summer, I would always help my grandpa walk the dogs — we would take them to a local nature park in my hometown or just down the street.  Nevertheless, Chewy (a.k.a. dog that chews on everything) always got so excited, making it hard …

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