John Spongberg is an excellent trainer. I worked out with him twice a week for 11 weeks while staying in the USA. He retrained my attitude towards fitness in such a way that I now work out more efficiently. He has a perfect combination of diverse training methods, challenging yet achievable goals and a wealth of knowledge of holistic well being. He is committed to his work and his gentle, friendly … [Read more...]
Tasty Chicken, Zucchini, & Mushroom Omelette
Serves 1 Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 ounces mushrooms 2 ounces zucchini 3 ounces cooked chicken 3 organically raised eggs 2 ounces white cheddar cheese ½ ounce sunflower sprouts Directions: In a sauté pan, sauté the vegetables and the chicken in the olive oil. Mix the eggs and cook in separate pan. Place cheese in the center of the eggs. Add the … [Read more...]
Stress Can Seriously Prevent You From Losing Unwanted Pounds
If you’ve been trying to eat right to lose weight, but haven’t seen the results you’re after it might be time to check your stress levels. Stress, if left out of control, can seriously harm your chances of successfully shedding pounds and reaching your goals. It can also cause a host of other problems you don’t want to deal with! So, why is stress a roadblock for weight loss? Stress in and of … [Read more...]
I Want To Enjoy My Retirement! Even If It’s A Partial One
You're retired now or at least your work schedule is finally down to a few hours. You want to feel better and have more energy, right? You're tired of looking at your body in the mirror or not being able to fit comfortably in the jeans you used to look so good in. Let's face it... none of us are getting any younger. We have to step out of our comfort zone and take action to get what we really … [Read more...]
Quinoa with Baked Apples
Ingredients: ½ cup quinoa 1 cup water 2 eggs 5 Tablespoons unsweetened applesauce pinch of salt ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 2 teaspoons chopped pecans ¾ cup apple, chopped 1 teaspoon honey Directions: Boil water; then add quinoa, eggs, applesauce, salt and cinnamon to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Pour into oven-safe bowl and broil in oven for 7 minutes. Top with pecans, apple and … [Read more...]
Are Your Workouts Engaging, Challenging, and Motivating? Find Your Right Level!
Starting a workout routine and sticking with it is hard. Stopping one after it’s become your habit and your results are becoming evident can be even harder. Even so, it can sometimes be very important to take a breather now and again. As much as you would like to get your results quickly, workout burnout could just strike if you push your body too much! What is Workout Burnout? Workout burnout … [Read more...]
Zesty Chicken Taco Soup
Ingredients: 1 pound of organic boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded 2 cups of organic salsa 6 cups of organic chicken stock 2 cups of organic kidney beans or pinto beans 1 packet of spicy, organic taco seasoning 3-4 cloves of garlic, smashed 1 onion, quartered kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper as desired 2 cups of organic, shredded sharp cheddar … [Read more...]
When You’re On The Road Are You Struggling With Your Food Choices?
Establishing a healthy pattern or sticking to a routine when you’re trying to lose weight and get into shape can be tough. It can be even tougher when eating out and traveling at the same time. You have to develop and practice strategies that will empower you to make good choices. Just because you’re trying to lose weight and get healthier, however, doesn’t mean you need to skip meals out with … [Read more...]
Are Squats The Best Exercise For You?
Are you about ready to give up on squats all together since you’re not seeing the results you want? Squatting is an amazing exercise for you if you have adequate range of motion of the ankle, knee, and hip. But there’s a pretty good chance you’re missing out on the benefits of this exercise or causing yourself pain and injury if you’re just too tight to gain the proper form to produce effective … [Read more...]
