Undoubtedly exercising offers physical benefits, but what about the mental ones? Exercising regularly can not only change the way you look, but also the way you feel, and many times, the mental benefits you experience are much more important than the physical ones. They are the benefits that make you stick with exercising for good, and they're also the most important gains you can make through your workouts.
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Ginger, matcha and turmeric smoothie
Ginger, matcha and turmeric in the same smoothie- talk about superfoods! In addition to being nutrient packed, this smoothie also happens to taste great. Give it a try and let me know what you think!
Quick and easy basil pesto
Who doesn't like pesto? It's an easy way to add some taste to pasta or gnocchi, it's not too difficult to make and it usually is a crowd pleaser; especially if it's homemade. Give this one a try!
Matcha protein pancake squares
These protein pancake squares with matcha make for a great Sunday breakfast. They're easy and quick to make and can even be prepared the day before.
“Pina Colada” smoothie
What could be better in winter than a little reminder of the flavours of summer? And what drink could accomplish that better than the Pina Colada with its exotic coconut and pineapple flavours?
If you work out, screw the scale!
As many fellow women will know, there's no better way to drive ourselves crazy than to step on the scale several times a day and obsess over our weight and any little changes we may notice. But is stepping on the scale even necessary to see if we're making progress when we're working out regularly?
Green citrus smoothie
Do you want to make a quick, healthy and delicious smoothie that does not require any crazy ingredients? Look no further! This smoothie uses ingredients that you likely already have at home, and if not, you can easily get them at any grocery shop.
Ginger kick smoothie
Sweet and spicy, this smoothie packs all the health benefits of ginger while tasting great. The other two main ingredients, papaya and carrots, add a range of further nutrients that are listed below.
How to keep going when motivation fails you
At the beginning of each year, I see so many people making their New Year's resolutions; determined to keep them. A big part of those people will have given up on their resolutions by March. But why does that happen? They rely only on motivation to keep them going!
Healthy banana hot chocolate
There's nothing quite like a warming cup of hot chocolate when it's cold outside. Unfortunately, most store bought hot chocolate powders are packed with added sugar which, as we know, isn't exactly great for our health. As an alternative, you can try the hot chocolate recipe below which uses banana and dates for sweetening!