The Best Smoothies
I have been so very busy recently that I had been skimping on breakfast. I would just grab an apple or banana and hit the road. Now for some people that might be all they need to get going, but I need a whole lot more to keep me going until lunchtime. Sitting down with a bowl of oatmeal or some fruit and yogurt is just not an option for me right now with my crazy schedule, so I had to do something.
I Workout!
So What Should I Eat? I am definitely still sticking with my New Year’s resolutions here at Smooth Sailing, and I hope that you are doing the same thing. So that means that I have been hitting the gym and left behind those fast food places for good. One of the most important things for you to consider when on an exercise program or routine is your nutrition. You do not want all of your hard work to go to waste just because you are not eating appropriately. And not only will bad nutrition keep you from reaching those body goals, it might also affect how you are working out.
Resolutions for Healthier Eating
It’s almost that time again! The year is closing out and 2012 is just a couple of days away. When the new year comes in people make it a point to create resolutions for it. Most of these resolutions have to do with being healthy. Maybe people want to start eating healthier or start working out or both. So if you are trying to resolve to eat healthier, you are not alone. Here are some tips that can really help you along the way to a healthier and happier life.
Foods For Abs
First I should start by saying that yes, I do know that the holidays are here and that what I am about to tell you is a little nutty. I made a goal a few weeks ago that isn’t one most would make this time of year, but it was time. I decided that I was going to eat healthy and workout so that I can finally have abs that show. Now some people will think this is a silly goal because I love food. I love food a lot, but it’s something I wanted to try. Luckily I don’t have to quit eating to accomplish this goal, but I will have to start eating…
Barbecue Spare Ribs on the Grill
Homemade ribs can be the best summer meal when you want to sit out on the patio in the sun and enjoy a messy BBQ meal with the entire family, but cooking those ribs perfectly can be a challenge. You have to have them at just the right temperature on the grill in order to slow cook the flavors deep into the meat. The process begins in your grocery or market with choosing the perfect cut of meat and continues all the way through to the final seasoning as you place your ribs onto the plate of your lucky guest. You can find a plethora of recipes online or on Dish Network packages that include…
Recipe Sites For You
On of the most convenient ways to get a hold of a recipe is to simply hop online and type in a search for whatever you are looking for. There are numerous recipe databases and sites to be found on the internet, which means that there are incredibly large amounts of recipes out there just waiting for you. Just say you are looking for a certain recipe with a special diet twist. You might have to search and search in order to find that exact recipe on dozens of recipe sites. How do you know which site would be your best bet to start out on? Help is here, my cooking friend. You can see…
Easy Recipes for Moving
It’s official, I am now a homeowner! Over the weekend I moved into my new place, and I am just so excited. Of course, the house is still filled with boxes that are waiting to be unpacked and sorted through, but I would much rather be spending my time on the internet than unpacking. That was obvious the second that moving company Los Angeles was out the door, I was hooking up my router. Alas, here I am to share with you how I have been surviving off of one pot meals while I was all packed up. I have a crock pot recipe for chicken chili that is absolutely delicious. I bought all of the veggies pre…
Fast Food Nation
I’ve been on a mission to get healthy for about seven months now. The hardest thing for me so far was not making myself workout, thinking more positively, and taking care of important health concerns, but it was cutting out the fast food, completely. Now, I do not believe that all people who eat fast food are unhealthy, and I also believe that for some people everything in moderation is perfectly fine. For me, I had to quit eating fast food, because just one bite of my favorite burger or breakfast combo would send me down a slippery slope causing me to continue to eat fast food forever. As I drive around town I realize…
The Best Swimsuit for Your Body
I wanted to take a break from our usual blog posts on food and recipes, and talk about some summer fashion. A few weeks ago, I went swimsuit shopping. I realize it’s a little late in the season, but my family and I are just getting around to pool. I haven’t been swimsuit shopping in a long time, and my body has change significantly. As I was trying on swimsuit after swimsuit, I started to get frustrated. All the suits that I thought were cute on the hanger, were looking really weird on my body. The bottoms felt too skimpy, the tops felt too small. I realized at that moment, that I had no idea…
Fair Food Galore
Summertime is in full swing, and you know what that means? Food, food, food, and more food. My state just held the annual State Fair, and my kids were begging me to go. Without much reservation, I agreed. Once we got there, I couldn’t believe the amount of food choices available! Is it just me, or are fair food getting weirder and weirder? It’s almost like a contest to see who can make the weirdest food combinations, or the most fatty, for that matter. I saw a cheeseburger sandwiched between two Crispy Creme donuts, a deep fried Snickers, and even deep fried Koolaide. I found this cute little infographic by PeptoBismo, and thought that I…