I served these 3 years ago for a Thanksgiving treat and they were a hit! I've decided they needed a resurrection. Try this recipe and let me know what you think. Enjoy!!!
Cupcakes
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Coming Soon...
A new weight management program will be introduced for those seeking to lose weight and keep it off.
Its been awhile...
Now I am able to move about, teach my bootcamps, spinning classes and train. With the help of my husband I've been able to do a lot more in recent days. He's awesome!
I hope you all will forgive me for being gone for so long. I am back with the new plans, new ideas and ready to kick your butt into shape! Stick around...
Personal Meditation Challenge
I am embarking on a personal quest to improve my spirituality and connection with the Universe and God. I intend to do so through meditation. There is a podcast that found me and I will use it for 50 days, in an effort to establish that improved connection. There are so many things and thoughts that keep from achieving; that keep me from being ME. Its time to move past these things and really move into a better place.
My instructor says to create a space just for meditating. So my weekend plans include cleaning out the spare bedroom to define a space just for connecting. Do you meditate? Any tips for success?
Happy New Year!!
I am glad the new year has arrived. 2011 was filled with many blessings: I married my best friend (he really is the best for me), through this I gained more family, I helped as many people as I could, I traveled this great country, I learned a lot about the importance of family, I made moves toward the me that I see, I inspired others to move toward the better part of themselves, and most important, I've learned more about who I am. Last year was also filled with disappointment and let-down.
You may have experienced the same. This year, however, I will have a plan and I will work toward it daily. I will smile more, I will help more, I will love more. What permanent changes will/have you made for 2012?
FishHawk Turkey Trot
If you're in the Tampa Bay Area, join me, my friends and family to help fight hunger in our communities.
Vegan Pumpkin Cupcakes
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/3 cup canola oil or vegetable oil
- 2/3 cup rice milk or soymilk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
Frosting
- Follow this link for the amazing recipe I found for vegan cream cheese frosting
1. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners and set aside.
2. In a small cup, combied the almond milk (or soy milk) and vingear. Allow mixture to rest for 5 minutes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugars, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
4. In another mixing bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, canola oil, vanilla and almond milk-vinegar mixture. Add the wet ingredients to the dry, mixing until just combined. Divide the batter into the cups, filling each liner about ¾ full. Bake for 16 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake emergest clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Final 30-Day Challenge of the Year
About one-third of U.S. adults (33.8%) are obese. Approximately 17% (or 12.5 million) of children and adolescents aged 2—19 years are obese. During the past 20 years, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States and rates remain high. In 2010, no state had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%. Thirty-six states had a prevalence of 25% or more; 12 of these states (Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia) had a prevalence of 30% or more.*
We need to make a CHANGE!
Don't wait for the new year to start your new fitness program. Make plans NOW to improve year health, change your diet and live the healthy life you've always wanted to live. Learn what foods to eat for long term weight management and effective exercise techniques. This 30-day challenge will be like no other. There are prizes to win and new habits to begin! Sign up today!
*Date and information was taken from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
New Spin Class!!
Hey Charlotteans!
If you're looking to start your day with a great workout and a really good time, join me every Friday morning at 6:45am at FLEX + FIT for ride you'll be sure to enjoy! See you there!
Carrot Cake Smoothie
My morning smoothie was pretty yummy. I was simply tossing ingredients into the blender and lo and behold...the smoothie tastes like cake!
Here's the recipe
2 handful crushed ice
Pressed carrot juice (just enough to cover the ice)
1 handful of fresh spinach
Sprinkles of cinnamon
Vanilla protein powder
15 grams coarse bran
Toss is all into the blender, blend and enjoy! I am satisfied.
Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer...
Question:
I need a fitness tip on getting rid of belly flab. Cut carbs? I do ab workouts left and right...weight is being maintained, but no change in belly. Same with triceps, but I figure it's because I'm not conditioning them daily...
Answer:
Yes and no on the carbs. Without going over what you eat, meal by meal, I can tell that belly fat has alot to with what goes in. Cardio and a clean diet can lend to a leaner mid-section. Stay away from simple carbs: white potatoes, white rice, enriched breads, cereals NOT made from whole grain, etc. Opt for better, more complex carbohydrates: sweet potatoes, brown-whole grain rice, and whole-sprouted grain breads. Tricpes....I JUST started to really develop tricep muscle. How'd I do it? PUSH-UPS! AMAZING!! Dumbbell tricep extensions (overhead), bent over tricep extensions, and pushups (especially tricep pushups...keeping the elbows into the body) will help you develop those muscles.
Question:
I need a fitness tip on getting rid of belly flab. Cut carbs? I do ab workouts left and right...weight is being maintained, but no change in belly. Same with triceps, but I figure it's because I'm not conditioning them daily...
Answer:
Yes and no on the carbs. Without going over what you eat, meal by meal, I can tell that belly fat has alot to with what goes in. Cardio and a clean diet can lend to a leaner mid-section. Stay away from simple carbs: white potatoes, white rice, enriched breads, cereals NOT made from whole grain, etc. Opt for better, more complex carbohydrates: sweet potatoes, brown-whole grain rice, and whole-sprouted grain breads. Tricpes....I JUST started to really develop tricep muscle. How'd I do it? PUSH-UPS! AMAZING!! Dumbbell tricep extensions (overhead), bent over tricep extensions, and pushups (especially tricep pushups...keeping the elbows into the body) will help you develop those muscles.
