Comfort that won't break your waistline!

Brrrrrr it is cold in this neck of the woods and it got us thinking ALL about comfort foods! Seems natural that when the weather gets cold, we want to eat warm belly warming foods, too! And that is OK, but you must be mindful not to overeat, stick to your portion control, AND slim line those recipes! Yes, indeed every recipe can be made healthier with swaps like almond milk for whole milk, or Greek yogurt for sour cream, you just need to get creative!! And let Pinterest be your friend....it is not just a site for over crafting, ya dig? Ha ha. It is a tool for recipes! Whether you are Vegan, vegetarian, or want to fast from certain things like sugar, dairy, wheat or gluten, it is all at your fingertips simply by putting your recipes preferences into the search engine on Pinterest. And would we leave you without an actual recipe? Of course not!!! This is one of our favs, comforting, delicious, and won't make your waistline bust this winter ;) Barley Bowls (this is a method, not an exact recipe, cook to your tastbuds and season it up!) Quick barley, cook to package directions To the cooked barley, add these veggies.....sautéed in a bit of olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper to taste, spinach or kale, red peppers, butternut squash, mushrooms, and shredded carrots Toss all together with a TBS of smart butter, salt and pepper to taste and a pinch of sage and thyme. So yum!!! And goes lovely with a wild grain or brown rice, too!! Fill those bowls with fiber and nutrient dense veggies this winter, and you won't dread bathing suit season! All the comfort, none of the fat!

Cold days, workout!!

Listen up!!! It is winter, (in case you have been living under a rock), and unless you live in a warmer climate, guess what?! It is only going to get colder, yes colder this next month. Sooooooo be prepared to want to hibernate, not workout, and eat comfy belly bloating foods.....BUT DON'T!! Stick to your spring routine, workout, and no excuses! Exercise videos are a great alternative to being out in the cold, and they are FUN!!! Switch them up and you won't get bored! And keep those comfort foods to a serving only, and pair with tons of veggies, lean proteins and good for you multigrains. And soup soup soup, is a wonderful and fantastic way to stay lean and clean! Pair with a fiber rich salad and you got yourself a fat burning meal! Don't use cold weather as an excuse to bulk up like a polar bear, ya dig? Don't forget to B-FIT4U!

Happy New Year to a New You!

Happy New Year B-fitters!! It is almost that time for the ball to drop, the champagne to toast, and a New Year to bring out the Best,YOU!! Don't let another year pass you by without taking care of YOU! Health and Wellness from the inside out should be your priority in 2015....you are worth it! Take care of you, and the world will bless you with abundance and love❤. Self Love is the KEY to your B-FIT4U lifestyle, from eating well, moving and grooving, reaching out to friends and family for support, and even massages to get the stress out. This year is ALL about LOVING ourselves, taking care of ourselves, and living a health filled life of good nutrition. Happy New Year, Merry Christmas and Cheers to YOU and good for you foods in 2015!! And check back daily with us for support, recipes, tricks and tips to lose those stubborn pounds and/or to maintain on your B-FIT4U lifestyle!

Cookies cookies cookies more cookies!!

Oh dear....seems a lot of you are messaging about the fallout of the Christmas cookie blow out....that is cookies are everywhere, you're making them, you're giving them as gifts, you're getting them as gifts AND you feel compelled to eat more than you should! I know been there, done that, we all have! But it's not too late to get back into your B-FIT4U groove AND sail into the Holidays and New Years better than ever! First freeze all those cookie presents you're receiving and then bring out only for guests during the actual holiday! Only bake what you're giving away, you do not need extra laying around calling your name! Extra dough can be wrapped and frozen to bake later for Christmas guests. It's only December 16th, no need to eat everything in sight, save those calories for the actual Holiday and a party or two. In between the revelry and merriment, count those calories, get that exercise in, avoid sugar, alcohol and fatty snacks, you got this, you're B-FIT4U!!

Holiday party survival tips.... lose don't cruise that buffet!

Holiday parties are in full effect and so should your willpower! Don't throw your healthy lifestyle out the door over a buffet of cookies and savory snacks....AND liquor! You've worked too hard all year to do that! So here are some tips to stand out from the rest of the gym rats come January, ya dig? One plate, one little taste of everything at appetizer table... don't park yourself next to the dip Limit alcohol to 2 drinks, slows metabolism, lowers inhibitions to overeat One dessert Get your workouts in before the party and/or after In between parties, keep calorie counts this entire month, remember portion control One party does not mean an entire week of eating unhealthy Now get out there this weekend and Jingle your bells healthfully 😉

Dairy free egg nog!!

Gotta have it, wanna have it, but don't want those extra calories ( and there are a ton...) fat or cholesterol ...EGG NOG! It's highly addictive this time of year but that doesn't mean it has to compromise your B-FIT4U lifestyle! There are delicious dairy free egg nogs stocking the shelves at the grocery store, both soy milk, almond milk and coconut versions AND they are all SOOOOOOOO GOOOOD! And they save you a ton on calories, fat and cholesterol! Yes, there's a bit of sugar, but not as crazy as that Starbucks latte your caring around, ya dig? So as a sometimes treat, it's great!!! And for a bit of indulgence, you can make an egg nog shake with dairy free ice cream and your dairy free nog, it's divine!! So cheers to a New Year and Being Fit4U!

Love this....snack!!

Always on the run, we all need a quick snack bar that will satisfy the hungries AND be good for us too !! Our current favorite is the THINK THIN dark chocolate peppermint nutrition bar. It's the perfect taste for the Season, with fun holiday notes for your tastbuds.....it feels like you're being naughty....don't tell Santa ;) And it's full of fiber and protein to keep you full and satisfied in between meals AND for 150 calories, it's perfect for your B-FIT4U lifestyle! So what are you waiting for?! Stock up, and pass on that 350 calorie scone, cholesterol muffin, or sugary cookie in the afternoon, feed your body energy that tastes yummmmmmy!