Thank You!

Good morning Sunshine!  I hope you all woke up to a beautiful Saturday!  I decided last night that we are working out at 9:00 a.m. today to get it over and done with for the day. My Saturday workout is going to be a ten minute warm up on the treadmill, lift weights for back and biceps, and finish with 200 abs.  Then get on with my day feeling GOOD.  I'm...

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5 Healthy Snacks

Ever get so busy with your day that you "forget to eat?"  Then you are STARVING for dinner?  Yeah, I've done that too, but I really try to be conscious of eating every three to four hours now.  I do get hungry that often, so having healthy snacks in my fridge, at work, or in the car are essential.  Here are five of my favorites.  I'd like to hear what...

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Caprese Salad

A caprese salad (tomato, mozzarella, and basil) is probably one of my three favorite appetizers to order when eating out.  It's light, delicious, and pretty with the vibrant red, green and pure white ingredients.Sprinkle on a few drops of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar too. What's your favorite healthy appetizer to order when eating out?* * * *...

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Welcome to Honey We're Healthy!

Thank you for visiting Honey We're Healthy! I'm Megan, and we might already be friends from my  home decor and organization blog, Honey We're Home.  If we haven't met yet, I'm glad you're here!  I'm a 37 year-old mom to an adorable 2 1/2 year old son, James.  He's the love of my life, but I will admit, pregnancy was not so hot for me- on my 5'1...

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Perfect

*Here's a great song to add to your fitness playlist (and a reminder to lift your spirits). Made a wrong turn, Once or twiceDug my way out, Blood and fireBad decisions, That's alrightWelcome to my silly lifeMistreated, misplaced, misunderstoodMiss "no way, it's all good", It didn't slow me downMistaken, Always second guessingUnder estimated, Look, I'm still aroundPretty,...

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3 Sample Weight Training Programs (by Monica Brant)

I found what I think are three good weight training programs in Monica Brant's book, Secrets to Staying Fit and Loving Life.  For those of you who don't know Monica Brant, she was a fitness and figure competitor and champion from the 1990s to now.  She also runs fitness camps and does personal appearances.  Keep in mind, she's got a lot more muscle mass than...

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Getting Started Getting Fit

If you haven't been working out and find yourself struggling just to make it through the day, ending up in an exhausted heap on the bed at night, finding time to workout can be an added stressor, instead of a stress relief.   If I am just too busy in a day, I will purposefully decide to skip the gym.  Then forget it and go the next day. It's often difficult...

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Making TIME to Workout (My Schedule & Tips for You)

When I announced that I was starting a health and fitness blog, I was thankful and humbled by the support from readers in the comments they left and in the private emails I received.  I think most everyone desires to be fit,  and by far, the overwhelming question I got was,"How do you find the time to workout" or "How do you balance it all?"With jobs, commutes to...

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Your "Before & After" Weight Loss Featured Here

Have you lost weight and want to share your success story with Honey We're Healthy readers?  I want to feature YOU (and your blog, if you have one)! I'm looking for women who have lost weight/gotten fit and and are interested in inspiring other women with their journey and insight into the process.  I am obsessed with how our bodies can transform with the right diet...

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Two Healthy Chicken Sauces

Grilled, skinless chicken breast is a staple in my house.  I buy a package of chicken breasts, pound or cut them thin so they cook quickly and evenly (and aren't too big a portion size- about 6 oz is good for me), then keep them in the fridge for a few days to pull out and eat when I need to make a meal fast.  They reheat easily in the microwave, but sometimes I...

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Healthy Snack (Greek Yogurt)

We are all looking for healthy snacks and this one can also be a meal for breakfast, especially if you add granola.  The protein in the Greek yogurt is what makes it extra beneficial. +=Y U M M Y !FAGE 0% Greek Yogurt = 100 Calories, 0 Fat, 7g Carb, 65g Sodium, 18g ProteinWhen I'm on a kick, I eat one a day, sometimes adding blueberries and granola. James likes...

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Asian Chicken Stir Fry

One of my favorite healthy dishes is Asian Chicken Stir Fry.  It combines tasty veggies with brown rice, skinless chicken breast, and Asian seasonings.  I love it because it's so easy to prepare, a definite plus for a busy family.  I often already have a batch of cooked chicken and rice in my fridge- so I only have to cook the veggies, and then it's a one-pot...

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My Top 3 "Eat Clean" Meals

My weight loss journey has hit many plateaus, but not surprisingly, I've always seen the biggest improvements when I've eaten a really "clean" diet.  For me, that means finding something high protein that I can eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for about 5 days straight, then switch to something else.  And when I'm eating really healthy, I'm also more likely to...

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