Cheat Day… How Does It Somehow Turn Into “Cheat Week”?

Marlyn McLaughlinLifestyle30 Comments

Cheat Days? Lets Break This Down… Cheat day… Are you tired of that term or are you wondering what the heck it means? I’ve got you! It’s basically a day of your choosing that you “treat” yourself to a meal or dessert that you normally wouldn’t have. If you are really trying to stay on track with your fitness goals, you are most likely choosing the route of having a cheat day versus treating yourself every now and then with … Read More

Quick & Delicious Banana Nut Bread

Marlyn McLaughlinRecipes6 Comments

You guys, this recipe is amazing and so versatile. It could be used for a quick treat, a perfect pair to a cuppa’ Joe, dessert or made for someone if you messed up and want to be forgiven. Don’t make that face at me, you know you’ve “made up baked” for someone before. I have used this recipe endless amounts of times and I feel like I’ve finally perfected it enough to share it with you all. This Vegan Banana … Read More

Q&A- Get Fit For You Edition

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I would say that the number one question that I get asked is “How do you stay motivated?” Honestly, at this point in my life it is as second nature to me as getting up in the morning, brushing my teeth and getting dressed. Did this healthy lifestyle become second nature to me as soon as I chose to pursue it? NOT AT ALL. Staying motivated was the hardest part of this journey and continues to challenge me throughout different … Read More