Are you ready to spice up your workouts in 2022? After the last two years, you may be on the lookout for new activities that help you feel good and have fun. Is wanting to feel good both physically and mentally one of your reasons for getting a workout in? Research has shown that exercise helps to elevate your mood and improve depression.
In addition to improving your mood, exercise keeps your heart and bones strong. The 2020 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, and muscle-strengthening or weight-bearing activities at least three times per week. You’ll know you’re at moderate intensity when you can speak a few words at a time but not sing or talk continuously. Those muscle-strengthening workouts are essential not just for your muscles; they also help keep your bones strong.
Finding both aerobic and weight-bearing workouts can seem daunting - there are so many options! How do you know which one is right for you? The 7 trends below will help you stay on top of the 2022 trends and give you some ideas to try in the New Year.
In addition to improving your mood, exercise keeps your heart and bones strong. The 2020 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, and muscle-strengthening or weight-bearing activities at least three times per week. You’ll know you’re at moderate intensity when you can speak a few words at a time but not sing or talk continuously. Those muscle-strengthening workouts are essential not just for your muscles; they also help keep your bones strong.
Finding both aerobic and weight-bearing workouts can seem daunting - there are so many options! How do you know which one is right for you? The 7 trends below will help you stay on top of the 2022 trends and give you some ideas to try in the New Year.
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1 to 1 1/4 lb.)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 bunch thin asparagus, trimmed
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Cut six 12-inch lengths of heavy-duty foil. Coat each piece with cooking spray.
- Combine chicken, sweet potatoes, asparagus, tomatoes, garlic, rosemary, salt, and black pepper in large bowl; stir to coat thoroughly. Evenly divide the chicken mixture among the foil sheets (place on the side coated with cooking spray).
- Gather together the long ends of each foil piece, then fold up its open ends to form a packet.
- Cook until the vegetables are tender and lightly charred, turning halfway through, about 20 minutes total. Serve hot.
2 Simple Baking Swaps to Lower Your Sugar Intake This Holiday Season....
For any baked goods this Christmas, like cookies or muffins, simply swap out almond flour for white flour and Truvia for regular sugar.

With the holiday season in full swing, I'm sharing the top go-to healthy habits to help you feel both physically and mentally strong. Even if these habits are part of your routine, reminders are essential, especially when stress and lack of time can begin to get the best of you.
Implementing these into your life will have you feeling stronger and more energized for the seasonal festivities while also keeping your physical and mental health in check. If this list seems overwhelming, find one or two that resonate with you, and start there. Remember, the small but consistent things make up the recipe for a healthy life.
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Ingredients
- 2½ cups diced fresh or frozen strawberries
- 2 cups Greek vanilla yogurt or flavor of your choice
- ½ cup melted coconut butter
Instructions
- Line a 9½ x 13 in. rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add 2 cups of the strawberries, yogurt, and coconut butter to a large bowl and stir to combine. Pour the mixture onto the baking sheet and spread into an even layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining strawberries on top. Freeze for 8 hours minimum.
- To serve, break apart a piece of the bark and enjoy!
Cauliflower Mash..... because it only takes an extra 500 calories per day to gain 1# of fat per week...
Posted on November 24 by Heather Duquette-Wolf
in Blog
Ingredients
1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons sour cream
6 cloves garlic divided
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Place cauliflower in a steamer over a large pot of boiling water. Steam for 15 minutes until tender. Alternatively, boil cauliflower in salted water for 10 minutes or until fork tender. Remove and drain. Cover with a lid and set aside.
In the same pot, heat the butter over medium high heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Blend cauliflower and garlic in a food processor on high setting until smooth. You may need to do this in batches of two or three, depending on the size of your processor.
Transfer blended cauliflower into the pot with the garlic. Stir in the sour cream and season with salt and pepper.
