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Category: Nutrition

How to get the body you want

by Irena on August 9, 2017September 1, 2017 in Health tips, Nutrition

Paleo, Keto, Zone, Atkins, Weight Watchers, South Beach , oh my! Endless fitness apps, websites advising you on counting calories, counting macros, high fat vs high carb, intermittent fasting. Holy cow!… [Continue Reading]

In defense of Keto

by Irena on April 28, 2017October 23, 2017 in Fitness, Nutrition, Running

Ever heard of the ketogenic diet?  Of course you have.  Everywhere you look people are talking about this latest and greatest approach to dieting in an effort to lose weight… [Continue Reading]

My Health Manifesto

by Irena on April 1, 2017April 1, 2017 in Fitness, Health tips, Nutrition

I’ve decided to write a follow up to my article “Let them have cake” since it’s come to my attention that some people misunderstood the point I was trying to… [Continue Reading]

Combat muscle soreness effectively

by Irena on March 28, 2017March 28, 2017 in Fitness, Health tips, Nutrition, Remedies

As most of you already know I am a huge fan of working out as much as possible.  Call it an addiction, obsession or just a desire to lead a… [Continue Reading]

Heavenly Apple Cake “Sharlotka”

by Irena on December 28, 2016April 1, 2017 in Nutrition, Recipes

When you decide to treat yourself, you can still make good choices and select only the best and natural ingredients. Also, please practice portion control since this is a treat… [Continue Reading]

My Mom’s Zucchini Pancakes (Russian style)

by Irena on December 15, 2016 in Nutrition, Recipes

Vegetables don’t have to be boring or bland.  I try to find creative ways to add a vegetable side to make my dinners fun and enjoyable. This also provides variety to your… [Continue Reading]

Stay away from “Bro” science

by Irena on November 28, 2016 in Fitness, Health tips, Nutrition

How do I define bro science? It’s well intended but grossly misguided and often times dangerous advice guys give each other with regards to exercise, nutrition and supplements. It’s overheard… [Continue Reading]

One size does NOT fit all… with a few exceptions

by Irena on November 22, 2016November 25, 2016 in Health tips, Nutrition, Recipes

If you talk to 100 health fanatics about what’s healthy and what works for them, you will hear 100 different stories. Each one will swear by a particular food group… [Continue Reading]

What it takes to run a Half Marathon

by Irena on November 12, 2016November 14, 2016 in Fitness, Nutrition, Running

  First of all, let me say that anyone can do it if you put in the work and dedication.  And second, it’s going to be awesome and awesomely painful!… [Continue Reading]

Tricep Workout

by Irena on October 29, 2016October 29, 2016 in Fitness, Nutrition, Workouts

Today we are discussing tricep definition.  For those of you who are looking to develop that look, I will break it down for you in terms of workout and nutrition. The… [Continue Reading]

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