Author: AngelaConnell

THE 100!  PYRAMID FORMAT

THE 100! PYRAMID FORMAT

THE 100.   PYRAMID FORMAT This is my absolute favorite workout, will kick your booty!  So many different exercises you can plug into this format… I mean you can add more cardio, more power strength. You can make it an upper body 100, lower body 100, …

LADDER WORKOUT

LADDER WORKOUT

LADDER WORKOUT A Ladder workout starts out with 1 basic exercise and you climb toward the top adding exercises to the first basic exercise. WARM UP– Repeat the following exercises 3-6 times. half burpee w/ side twist jack w/punch criss cross squat squat w/butt kick …

ACORN SQUASH YOGURT BOWL

ACORN SQUASH YOGURT BOWL

 

Ok, I am the biggest fan of a basic yogurt bowl. I mean who isn’t! Add some greek yogurt, fruit, nut butter, and homemade granola together… nothing is wrong with that. Honestly, since being in college a basic yogurt bowl has been my go to breakfast. Especially if you live in a dorm. It is easy to have access to yogurt and fruit. However, now that I have my own kitchen I get to experiment with new ways to eat breakfast. This means I get to invent new vehicles for my beloved greek yogurt.

On the topic of greek yogurt… I feel like dairy in general gets a bad wrap. You hear about celebrities cutting out dairy and feeling great. I am sure that works for some people, but not for me. Greek yogurt, if you get the right kind, is an amazingly nutritious food. It is perfect for an on the go breakfast or snack that is packed with protein and healthy probiotics.

Personally, I prefer 0% plain greek yogurt. If I was not on a budget I would always buy Siggis, but that is not the case. This girl is a college student and isn’t spending all her money on yogurt! So instead I go for the 0% plain greek yogurt from Trader Joe’s.

Back to my experimenting. I came upon the idea for a squash yogurt bowl and it turned out amazing. So, here is the recipe. Now you can also spice up your morning with some squash and yogurt at the same time!

Acorn Squash Yogurt Bowl

Prep Time45 minutes
Servings: 1
Author: Emerson Porter

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 acorn squash
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • pinch sea salt
  • 1 tbsp 0% plain greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup blueberries

Instructions

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350
  • Wash and half acorn squash. Cut the ends of acorn squash.
  • Using a spoon, remove seeds (save the seeds and roast for a delicious snack).
  • Brush the inside of squash with avocado oil and sprinkle with cinnamon, nutmeg and pinch of salt.
  • Place face down in baking dish or cookie sheet. Cook until it begins to soften, approximately 30-45 min.
  • Remove from oven when cooked and let cool.
  • Turn acorn squash over and fill with yogurt. Top with blueberries and sprinkle a little more cinnamon to taste.
  • You can also roast at night and refrigerate over night to add your yogurt the next morning.
ZUCCHINI BOATS

ZUCCHINI BOATS

  Yes! You are seeing this right … Zucchini Boats! I was trying to come up with a new meal prep idea one weekend. For some reason, I had been on a big zucchini kick. Zoodles, baked zucchini, for dip, even in oats. So of …

MATCHA MATCHA OATS

MATCHA MATCHA OATS

  Making overnight oats is really simple. All you have to do is start with the base and work from there. I will lay out how I create my oats and give you a few flavor ideas to get started. Don’t be afraid to try …

MEAN GREEN MACHINE OATS

MEAN GREEN MACHINE OATS

 

Making overnight oats is really simple. All you have to do is start with the base and work from there. I will lay out how I create my oats and give you a few flavor ideas to get started. Don’t be afraid to try something new with your oat creations.

Remember to read the OATS page for a few ENDLESS OPTIONS to take your oats to the next level!

Mean Green Machine Oats

Prep Time10 minutes
Servings: 1
Author: Emerson Porter

Equipment

  • 16 oz mason jar

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1-2 tbsp greek yogurt Remember to watch liquid consistency when adding yogurt with milk and water. Liquids should just cover the top of your oats.
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tbsp protein powder
  • 1 tbsp blended spinach
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Instructions

  • Combine and mix ingredients.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • When ready to eat add your favorite topping.
  • ENJOY!
PB & J OATS

PB & J OATS

  Making overnight oats is really simple. All you have to do is start with the base and work from there. I will lay out how I create my oats and give you a few flavor ideas to get started. Don’t be afraid to try …

SMOOTH AND SIMPLE OATS

SMOOTH AND SIMPLE OATS

  Making overnight oats is really simple. All you have to do is start with the base and work from there. I will lay out how I create my oats and give you a few flavor ideas to get started. Don’t be afraid to try …

PEACH COBBLER OATS

PEACH COBBLER OATS

 

Making overnight oats is really simple. All you have to do is start with the base and work from there. I will lay out how I create my oats and give you a few flavor ideas to get started. Don’t be afraid to try something new with your oat creations.

Remember to read the OATS page for a few ENDLESS OPTIONS to take your oats to the next level!

Peach Cobbler Oats

Prep Time10 minutes
Servings: 1
Author: Emerson Porter

Equipment

  • 16 oz mason jar

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1-2 tbsp greek yogurt Remember to watch the liquid consistency when adding yogurt with the milk and water. Liquids should just cover the top of your oats.
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tbsp protein powder
  • 1 smashed banana ( or honey)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp frozen peach puree

Instructions

Instructions

  • Combine and mix ingredients.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • When ready to eat, add your favorite topping. (fresh or frozen peaches are awesome as the topping)
  • ENJOY!
BLUEBERRY PIE OATS

BLUEBERRY PIE OATS

  Making overnight oats is really simple. All you have to do is start with the base and work from there. I will lay out how I create my oats and give you a few flavor ideas to get started. Don’t be afraid to try …