Newsletter 5/2/2021
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Recipe: Quick, Easy & Nutritious Buffalo Chicken Wraps
With all the flavor of a plate of wings without the bar, our buffalo chicken wraps are great for a big game--or a typical Tuesday lunch. Note that the macros for this recipe were calculated using Indian Life 100% Whole Wheat Roti wraps. Your wraps may differ in size and macros, so use our recipe as a loose guide but be sure to calculate your own macros based on your ingredients. Calories: 369 per serving, Seriving Size: 150 g (this recipe makes 15 servings)* Protein: 41g, Carbs: 22g, Fat: 13g *The macros for each serving were calculated using 1 wrap, 100 g of cooked chicken, 20 g avocado, 5 grams of grated carrot, and 10 grams of gorgonzola blue cheese. Ingredients 25 g 2% Greek ....
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Do I need to workout more to lose weight?
Ahhh! The age-old questions in the realm of dieting for fat loss... "I need to workout more intensely to lose weight, right?!?" "How does exercise fit into my goals?!" "Too lose weight I don't need to change my nutrition, I just need to exercise more right?!" 98% of the time our clients' goals are losing body fat so they can fit in their clothes better, have more confidence, and have better energy. Something we hear all the time is "I'm working out, why am I not losing weight, why is the way my body looks not really changing?!" Sound familiar? In this space, it's common to hear a myriad of opnions and answers to the question "do I need to workout more to lose weight?" and ....
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Newsletter 4/11/2021
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The real reason you aren't reaching your goals.
Here's a hint: it has nothing to do with motivation. Most people think they aren't reaching their goals because they just don't have the motivation or discipline to do it. There's actually a much more simple (or complex, depending on how you look at it) reason behind why you aren't able to reach your goals. Have you ever thought to yourself: "I'm never going to lose weight." "I can't commit to healthy habits." "I'm a quitter." "I'm not disciplined enough." "Life is too busy." "I don't have time." "My health doesn't really matter." If you answered "yes, that's me" to any of those statements, or if you've ever said or thought those statements, you're not ....
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Recipe: No bake oatmeal almond squares with hidden zucchini
These no-bake oatmeal almond squares were created thanks to inspiration from an unlikely place: a bag of old marshmallows and half a zucchini. In the spirit of trying to use up random leftovers, we combined the zucchini with some almond butter, oats and a touch of marshmallow for a hint of sweet to create these easy-to-make squares that are perfect for a pre-workout snack. Serves: 9, Serving size: 65 g Calories: 202, Protein: 5 g, Carbs: 23 g, Fat: 10 g Ingredients 212 g zucchini (106 g squeezed) 1 tsp + 1/4 tsp salt 100 g almond butter 186 g oats 26 g coconut oil 1/2 tsp ground cloves 3/4 tsp cinnamon Directions Grate the zucchini into a bowl and sprinkle 1 tsp of salt over ....
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CNU Fit Newsletter 3/28/2021
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Recipe: Green Chile Turkey Burgers
Made with lean ground turkey breast, spicy green chiles and smoky paprika, these green chile turkey burgers are simple to prepare and perfect for meal prep. Serves: 6, Serving Size: 95 g Calories: 93, Protein: 18 g, Carbs: 3 g, Fat: 1 g Ingredients 454 G (1 LB) 99% lean ground turkey breast 15 g light mayo 50 g red onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 113 g (4 oz can) chopped green chiles zest of 1 lime juice from 1 lime 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper Directions Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and use your hands to work the mixture together. Weigh the entire mixture and divide it into six euqal portions, then from the burgers into patties 3/4-inch ....
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The Ultimate Nutrition Guide for Shift Workers
Are you a shift worker? If so, you probably know the struggles of meal timing, hinger spikes (and falls!) and the energy dips that come with overnights, long shifts, and an overall wonky schedule. Nutrition for shift workers can be tricky. Don't worry, we're here to help. When it comes to overall health and nutrition, here are some key challenges that working in shifts can present. Difficulty planning meals and snacks Limited time to eat or drink during shifts Easy access to breakroom snacks and calorically dense foods with low nutritional value Trouble navigating the transition from work days to days off Disrupted sleep patterns If you've never done shift work, think about it like a ....
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CNU Fit Newsletter 3/14/2021
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