Fitness & Wellness Blog

From pineapple guac to dairy-free pineapple ice cream, enjoy these healthy, refreshing and easy-to-make pineapple recipes. Pineapple Guacamole 3 Avocados, ripe 1/4 cup Cilantro, fresh leaves 1 Jalapeno 1 1/2 cups Pineapple, fresh 1/2 cup Red onion 1 tbsp Lime juice, fresh 1/2 tsp Sea salt, coarse 1/4 cup diced tomato Throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mash everything together with a fork to your desired level of chunky-ness. (We like ours pretty chunky!) Don’t be afraid to mash up the pineapple a bit too, so that the juices infuse the guac. Yum. Frozen Pineapple Margaritas 5 cups frozen pineapple chunks 3 cups ice 1 cup tequila ⅔ cup lime juice ½

madison wright, msblog coordinator + core fusion teacher The holiday of Halloween has deep roots, dating back more than 2000 years ago; the pumpkin seed trail leads us to the Celtic culture of the Druids of who lived in Ireland, Britain and Northern Europe. Halloween, originally dubbed “All Hallows Eve” was a celebration that coalesced the last day of the Celtic Calendar, October 31st, a culmination of the summer season and of course – the one that we’re more familiar with- a day to honor the dead. The festival, Samhain (pronounced sow-in) and means November in the English language, was an important autumn festival focalized around fire which signified the

In a breakfast rut? We got you. Get up and out with a wellness retreat in a jar—these protein-packed, antioxidant-rich, and delicious chia puddings you can meal-prep in advance. Ingredients * 6 Tablespoons chia seeds * 2 cups nondairy milk — we use unsweetened coconut, almond or cashew milk * 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 Tablespoon maple syrup, honey or sweetener of choice (optional) Topping Ideas * Blueberries * Sliced Almonds * Granola * Strawberries * Bananas * Honey * Cinnamon + Apples * Pomegranate Seeds * Frozen Mixed Berries (a summer staple!) * Edible Flowers (for the most Instagram-worthy version!) * Figs + a dash of balsamic vinegar

We’re all for salads and green juice… but it’s even better when a homemade dessert actually helps us sneak in the veggies. Enter: our Zucchini Lemon Bars. Zucchinis add fiber, vitamins, and anti-inflammatory goodness to this dessert. We also swapped in whole wheat flour and coconut sugar for a better glycemic index (read: no sugar-induced energy crash), and omega-3 rich grass-fed butter.The crust: 4 oz. (1 stick) unsalted grass-fed butter, softened 1/4 c. coconut sugar 1 c. whole wheat flour pinch of saltThe filling: 2 large eggs 1 egg white 3/4 c. coconut sugar 1/4 c. freshly squeezed lemon juice Zest of 1 lemon 1 medium yellow zucchini, gratedDirections: In a medium bowl,

There’s nothing quite like an iced cold tropical smoothie on a hot day to have you feeling nourished and refreshed. With just 3 ingredients, you’ll be sipping and savoring this creamy mango smoothie all summer long. All the rich and creamy flavor without any hassle or guilt! That’s right…just 3 ingredients. Here it is!   Ingredients: 1 banana cut in half 3/4 cup Almond milk 1 1/2 cups frozen mango chunks   Instructions: Place all of the ingredients into a blender: frozen mango, banana, almond milk. Blend until smooth and enjoy it right away!   Whether you’re blending your smoothie for a quick breakfast to bring with you out the door, sipping as a post workout snack, or

The latest trend in the smoothie saga presents itself in the euphoric form of an acai bowl. This creamy, power-packed meal is loaded with anti-oxidants, fiber and calcium and is as satisfying (if not, more) than a bowl of ice cream. Simple ingredients and a quick prep time makes this dish the perfect power-up breakfast, or restorative post workout snack. Grab your blenders and prepare to make room in your daily life for this irresistible bowl of happiness.   Mix the following ingredients together in a blender or food processor. Blend until you’ve reached your desired texture.       1 package frozen acai berry packet, 100 grams 2 tablespoons peanut butter 1/2 cup almond milk 1

The thirst is real. The weather is hot, we’re kicking butt in class, and we’ve got to stay hydrated! When it comes to replenishing your thirst, before you grab the nearest refreshment in sight, take a moment to make a healthy decision about what you’re going to hydrate with. Some liquids can be a source of excellent vitamins and nutrients, while others can be packed with sugar and disguised with unnecessary calories. While we believe in the balance of all things scrumptious, we also believe that when it comes to hydrating, it’s important to make the right decision. Let’s walk through the do’s and the don’ts of healthy hydration!    

Your desk job – aka the ultimate struggle in terms of staying active. However, we’ve got the perfect recipe for making the most of your desk job and utilizing your time in a healthy and productive way. These small changes will make a big difference in your concentration, energy and your day-to-day mood. Take charge of your desk space and try these sustainable strategies that will make your work lifestyle much healthier and happier.   Schedule fitness sessions Sneak out on your lunch break for an hour of active rejuvenation! You’ll feel stronger, enlivened and ready to take on whatever the afternoon brings you. Stand up! Invest in a standing desk and switch

Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of summer! As many of us have started to up the sweat sessions and lighten up the grub, it can be tough to keep it consistent with the start of scrumptious summer shindigs. The good news is there are many ways to savor all of the good stuff while staying on a healthy track.   Hydrate! - Amongst the celebratory beverages and other indulgences, it’s important to drink lots of water in order to avoid becoming dehydrated and getting a seriously unwanted headache. Keeping the water intake consistent can also keep you from overindulging on the goodies. Sweat! It’s inevitable, we are going

You work hard. You pushed yourself in class for a power-packed hour. Your muscles are sore, your legs are shaking, and your hunger is raring! After a challenging fitness class, you feel that extra sense of enlivening accomplishment paired with an instinctual hunger to recover. This is a very crucial moment in your fitness journey. In order to maximize the results that you’ve worked so hard for in class, it is important to choose the right food to eat afterwards. Feed that well-earned hunger with foods that will repair your muscles and that will keep your metabolism running at a healthy pace!   Our key rules of thumb when it comes to