FIT. BLOG
FINDING MY BALANCE | from excessive to sustainable and enjoyable
BALANCE. A key word we strive for in all aspects of our lives. From work, to relationships, to our health, there exists a perfect blend...
5 Ways to Naturally Increase Your Energy | WFH Lifesavers
I used to reach for caffeine every time I felt tired. Caffeine is one of those things that you need more and more of to get the same...
CAFFEINE CLEANSE | benefits of a caffeine-free life & how to go about it
Since I was 16, my life motto has always been "but first, coffee". A coffee-less Mandi is a scary thought. But with my mental health...
HONEY BALSAMIC-GLAZED SALMON SALAD RECIPE | #bluehousesalmon
High Protein | Low Carb | High Healthy Fat Vegetables + a high quality protein source = every single meal for me. My MO is throwing a...
PECAN & CRANBERRY-CRUSTED SALMON RECIPE | #bluehousesalmon
High Protein | Rich Vitamins | High Omega-3s I outdid myself with this one - talk about impressing my significant other. Before we get...
MY FIT FALL BUCKET LIST
My absolute favorite season is upon us! There's not much I love more than the fall months in the Midwest. The cool, fresh-air, the crisp...
CREATINE 101 | what is creatine & its benefits
Creatine is one of the most well-studied and safest sports supplements on the market. If you're interested in maximizing your health and...
BENEFITS OF COMPOUND LIFTS | Why They Need To Be In Your Routine
You've learned what compound lifts are in WHAT ARE COMPOUND LIFTS? | The Most Effective Exercises to Build Strength. If you're still not...
WHAT ARE COMPOUND LIFTS? | The Most Effective Exercises to Build Strength
Compound lifts are the best exercises one can do for maximum strength gains. If your goal is to lose body fat, get lean, get stronger,...
FOOD RELATIONSHIPS | Boys vs. Girls
I was reading a book this weekend, Untamed by Glennon Doyle, and she wrote an entry about food relationships among girls versus boys....