Food Freedom and Fitness Goals > Can they Coexist?

Food Freedom and Fitness Goals > Can they Coexist?

Lately, I’ve been wrestling with this question: CAN I still have food freedom (to me food freedom means being able to eat WHATEVER without guilt or shame) and still be able to have some big fitness goals at the expense of certain foods (which may 

Cranberry Honey Oat Muffins 

Fluffy, lightly sweetened, and studded with cranberries, these muffins are perfect for the holiday season! Perfect for brunch gatherings, these muffins are sure to make please even the toughest critics.  I don’t know about you, but I do adore carbs. Generally, I try to keep 

Apple Cranberry Sauce 

Apple Cranberry Sauce 

The traditional cranberry sauce gets a fresh spin with the addition of chopped apples! This cranberry sauce is so sweet, you’d never guess that it is also refined sugar free! Enjoy as a holiday side dish or as fresh, fruity side dish to dinner.  With 

Mocha Protein Shake 

Mocha Protein Shake 

Coffee and chocolate come together to create a delicious and rich shake that tastes so good, you wouldn’t know it was healthy! Packed with protein (and even some veggies!) this hearty breakfast will fuel you through until lunch!   I know, I know, the leaves 

Pumpkin Protein Pancakes (Gluten Free)

Pumpkin Protein Pancakes (Gluten Free)

There something about pancakes that just scream brunch to me. When I was little, my dad used to spend Saturday mornings making a big stack of pancakes, a bunch of fried eggs, and a plateful of fried sausage for a fun breakfast. Normally, he would 

Trail Mix Granola Bars

Trail Mix Granola Bars

Crunchy on the outside, and chewy in the middle, these granola bars are not only packed with delicious flavors and textures, but lots of protein to keep you full (and happy!) between meals.  I don’t know about you, but I like a good snack every now and 

Chocolate Almond Butter Protein Bites

Chocolate Almond Butter Protein Bites

Rich, chocolaty, and packed with protein, these protein bites will not only satisfy your sweet tooth, with the added protein, they will keep you muscles happy too.  I don’t know if it is the hormones or the hunger from breastfeeding, or maybe a mixture of both, 

Feeling More Human and I’m Getting Spoiled (WIAW 9/14) 

Feeling More Human and I’m Getting Spoiled (WIAW 9/14) 

Well, that was lovely. Benaiah slept like a champ last night and I feel like I have a half way normal anount of energy. I love it when mornings start off like this.  Actually, more like this. Enter: frothy cup of black coffee. Oh coffee, 

Let’s Get this Labor Party Started, Clean Kitchens, and Sugar Crashes (TOL #44)  

Ahh, Thursday’s…we are getting close to the weekend and so far, the only plans I have for the weekend are bouncing on my exercise ball, walking, running, and maybe eating a whole pineapple. But…more on that later.  Thank you to Amanda for hosting this morning!  

My Sister Came Through, My Awesome Cleaning Crew, and Pizza in a Casserole Dish: Friday Scenes 8/19

Good morning on this rainy Saturday! It’s pouring over here, and if you ask me, that is the perfect way to start off a slow Saturday.  Landon and I have a relaxing day ahead of us and I couldn’t be more excited!! I love busy