You can find the recipes here
http://www.damyhealth.com/2012/05/black-bean-brownies-with-peanut-butter-swirl/
Friday, May 25, 2012
Damy's Brownies
These where lifesavers this past weekend! Anytime I got a Craving for sweets, I had one of these! Great alternative to the real thing.. You won't miss it!
You can find the recipes here
http://www.damyhealth.com/2012/05/black-bean-brownies-with-peanut-butter-swirl/
You can find the recipes here
http://www.damyhealth.com/2012/05/black-bean-brownies-with-peanut-butter-swirl/
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Fajita night
Needed something other than chicken and turkey tonight so decided to do steak fajita. I used top sirloin (is on Jamie's approved food list), some frozen veggies and onions. Added se braggs amino acid and voila you got a meal! I ate it with lettuce. Everyone else had corn tortillas. Yumm
This was so good and super quick and easy to make! I think I e found my new live for cooking. I guess if the modeling doesn't work out.... I could always be a chef!!! HahH
This was so good and super quick and easy to make! I think I e found my new live for cooking. I guess if the modeling doesn't work out.... I could always be a chef!!! HahH
2lbs top round streak
1 bag frozen veggies of choice or fresh
Bragg amino-serving size is 1/2 tsp so add to your desire
1 tbls olive oil
Cook steak in pan, once done remove from pan and set aside. Add veggies and olive oil to pan saute until soft, add meat back in with Bragg amino. Cook for additional 5 minutes. Serve with rice or tortillas.
Protein powder
This is the shake I buy. I usually get the chocolate fudge but wanted to change it up. What's your favorite shake??
Day 18 & Muscle Soreness
Today was leg day again. Considering the fact that my legs were still sore from Monday, I felt pretty good! Am I the only person who actually gets happy that I am sore?? I love knowing that I trained hard enough that my muscles need to rebuild themselves and will grow. The soreness is actually called DOMS. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness.
DOMS is caused by tiny microscopic tears that occur in the muscle as a result of high intensity exercise (such as weight training, intense cycling, etc). After the workout, the muscle begins to rebuild itself (provided it is allowed enough time and nutrients to recover). This is the rebuilding process which creates new muscle that is bigger and stronger than before. In other words, your muscles are growing. Your muscles grow when you are at rest – not when you’re at the gym.
Remember that we must always shock are bodies so that we can constantly be gaining muscle growth and that soreness....... will be back!!!
DOMS is caused by tiny microscopic tears that occur in the muscle as a result of high intensity exercise (such as weight training, intense cycling, etc). After the workout, the muscle begins to rebuild itself (provided it is allowed enough time and nutrients to recover). This is the rebuilding process which creates new muscle that is bigger and stronger than before. In other words, your muscles are growing. Your muscles grow when you are at rest – not when you’re at the gym.
Remember that we must always shock are bodies so that we can constantly be gaining muscle growth and that soreness....... will be back!!!
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Day 17
Good Morning Dolls!! I'm here at a catalog shoot waiting to do my hair and make-up. Decided to write a little on the blog to update you of what's going on. Since I knew I was gonna be shooting all day, I decided to go to the gym at 5am. Today was chest and triceps. The gym was pretty empty and I loved it. I used to go at 5am everyday but I've been so busy lately that I haven't had energy to get up! But boy am I glad I did today. I really miss it and I think I may have to start going back once phase 2 starts.
Here are some pictures of everyone getting ready
Here are some pictures of everyone getting ready
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Day 16 of LiveFit Trainer
Today I did back and biceps at the gym. I felt very good. I did weigh myself this morning and have not dropped any weight, however I do feel my clothes less tight so I could be losing inches. I am not really scared since I've spoken to a lot of you who have done the trainer and didn't see any changes in PHASE 1. I'm excited to get started with Phase 2.
Here was my workout. I did it in about 30 minutes.
Here was my workout. I did it in about 30 minutes.
Hammer Strength Lat Pull
3 sets of 10 reps
Wide-Grip Lat Pulldown
3 sets of 10 reps
Seated Narrow Grip Cable Rows
3 sets of 10 reps
T-Bar Row
3 sets of 10 reps
Back Extensions
3 sets of 10 reps
Barbell Curl
3 sets of 10 reps
Incline Dumbbell Curl
3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Hammer Curl
3 sets of 10 reps
- For the Hammer Strength Lat Pull I used 30lbs
- Wide grip lat pull down- 70lbs
-Seated back row- 32.5lbs
- T-bar 35lbs
- Back Extension- 25lb plate
- Barbell curl- weighted silver bar w/ 5lbs ea. side
- Incline Dumbbell Curl- 10lbs
-Hammer Curl- 10lbs
Post workout I made a
"Cheesy" Apple Pie!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 an apple ( I used granny smith)
- Cinnamon
-1/2 Cup Lactaid Fat Free Cottage Cheese
- 2 Truvia Packets
- Chop the apple
- add 2 Truvia Packets and a lot of cinnamon
-Mix all together
- Microwave for 1:15
add in the cottage cheese and enjoy!!
Post workout I made a
"Cheesy" Apple Pie!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 an apple ( I used granny smith)
- Cinnamon
-1/2 Cup Lactaid Fat Free Cottage Cheese
- 2 Truvia Packets
- Chop the apple
- add 2 Truvia Packets and a lot of cinnamon
-Mix all together
- Microwave for 1:15
add in the cottage cheese and enjoy!!
Monday, May 21, 2012
Healthy Treat
I just made these amazing Almond Biscotti's!! Mainly I decided to do them for my mom. She isn't very fond of egg whites and oatmeal, and she's been asking me for alternatives. I then came across the recipe for these and made them for her! They are delish!
I told her to have them for breakfast with her cafe au lait and some cottage cheese for protein. This is a great away to change up your breakfast at times and also they are great for that moment when you just crave something sweet! They only have 31 calories and 4g of carbs, 1.5 protein.
Another option is to have a coffee with some almond milk with the biscotti 3-4 egg whites with 1/2 berries or grapefruit.
Hope you enjoy!
Orange Almond Biscotti Cookies
Per Cookie:
Calories: 31
Carbs: 4 grams
Fat: .4 grams
Protein: 1.5 grams
Orange Almond Biscotti Cookies.
Ingredients:
2 cups Oat Flour
1 cup Splenda, Truvia, or Ideal
1 tsp Baking Powder
1 tbsp Orange Extract
¼ tsp Salt
½ tbsp Almond Extract
4 Egg Whites
4oz baby food Applesauce
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix dry ingredients (oat flour, baking powder, salt) together in a large bowl.
Mix wet ingredients (egg whites, Splenda, almond extract, orange extract, baby food applesauce) together in a medium bowl.
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix together.
Spray baking sheet with a non stick butter spray and spread mixture on sheet.
Bake for 20 min on middle rack.
Remove biscotti from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes.
Cut dough down the middle and cut into about 13 slices.
Bake in oven for another 15-20 minutes.
Makes about 26 cookies.
I told her to have them for breakfast with her cafe au lait and some cottage cheese for protein. This is a great away to change up your breakfast at times and also they are great for that moment when you just crave something sweet! They only have 31 calories and 4g of carbs, 1.5 protein.
Another option is to have a coffee with some almond milk with the biscotti 3-4 egg whites with 1/2 berries or grapefruit.
Hope you enjoy!
Orange Almond Biscotti Cookies
Per Cookie:
Calories: 31
Carbs: 4 grams
Fat: .4 grams
Protein: 1.5 grams
Orange Almond Biscotti Cookies.
Ingredients:
2 cups Oat Flour
1 cup Splenda, Truvia, or Ideal
1 tsp Baking Powder
1 tbsp Orange Extract
¼ tsp Salt
½ tbsp Almond Extract
4 Egg Whites
4oz baby food Applesauce
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix dry ingredients (oat flour, baking powder, salt) together in a large bowl.
Mix wet ingredients (egg whites, Splenda, almond extract, orange extract, baby food applesauce) together in a medium bowl.
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix together.
Spray baking sheet with a non stick butter spray and spread mixture on sheet.
Bake for 20 min on middle rack.
Remove biscotti from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes.
Cut dough down the middle and cut into about 13 slices.
Bake in oven for another 15-20 minutes.
Makes about 26 cookies.
Day 15 of LiveFit Trainer & Weekend Talk
Hey Dolls!!
How was everyone's weekend?? Mine was crazy as usual! Working nonstop and tons of family parties.
Which put me in situations where I could have chosen to eat bad... but I didn't! I was surrounded by cake, chips, fried foods, etc but I choose to eat my own food. Which brings me to my next question....have you ever been judged by friends or families on your lifestyle? I have!
My family always thinks I'm crazy because I go to a family gathering and never eat the food served. My friends look at me weird when I bring food to a party or a restaurant. I honestly don't think there is anything wrong with this. I choose to live a clean, healthy life. I love how my body feels when I fuel it with good food. I go to places to spend time with the one's I love! It isn't about the food or drinks; it's about wanting to spend some quality time with my friends and family. Don't ever worry about what other's may think or say about you. At the end of the day, it's your body! If you choose to live a healthy lifestyle those around you may find it weird at first but they love you and will understand that it's your choice!
I would love to hear your stories!!
Here was my leg workout for Day 15.
It's getting tougher now that I am in the building stage! I don't think I've mastered the single-leg barbell deadlift yet but I am getting there. The lunges really had me sweating which I loved!
How was everyone's weekend?? Mine was crazy as usual! Working nonstop and tons of family parties.
Which put me in situations where I could have chosen to eat bad... but I didn't! I was surrounded by cake, chips, fried foods, etc but I choose to eat my own food. Which brings me to my next question....have you ever been judged by friends or families on your lifestyle? I have!
My family always thinks I'm crazy because I go to a family gathering and never eat the food served. My friends look at me weird when I bring food to a party or a restaurant. I honestly don't think there is anything wrong with this. I choose to live a clean, healthy life. I love how my body feels when I fuel it with good food. I go to places to spend time with the one's I love! It isn't about the food or drinks; it's about wanting to spend some quality time with my friends and family. Don't ever worry about what other's may think or say about you. At the end of the day, it's your body! If you choose to live a healthy lifestyle those around you may find it weird at first but they love you and will understand that it's your choice!
I would love to hear your stories!!
Here was my leg workout for Day 15.
Leg Extensions
3 sets of 10 reps
Wide Stance Barbell Squat
3 sets of 10 reps
Walking Barbell Lunge
3 sets of 10 reps
Single-Leg Barbell Deadlift (shown with kettlebell)
3 sets of 10 reps
Lying Leg Curls
3 sets of 10 reps
Seated Calf Raise
3 sets of 10 reps
Standing Calf Raises
3 sets of 10 reps
Sunday, May 20, 2012
New goodies at Whole FOods!
I bought these awesome items at Whole Foods and I can't wait to try them.... Oh and a pic of what we ate for din din
Ombré
So all the craze this season is about ombré. I decided to get in in the craze and do a pedi with ombré... What do you think??
Food prep day
Happy Sunday!!
The weekend is almost over which is a total bummer... Why can't they be longer??? I always feel like I never have enough time to do everything I need to!!
Anyways today is food prep day! Cooking everything in bulk for the week. I started with JAmie EAson's chocolate protein bars... More pix to come!
What do you cook on Sunday prep day??
PREPARATION TIME: 10 mins.
COOKING TIME: 20-30 minutes
The weekend is almost over which is a total bummer... Why can't they be longer??? I always feel like I never have enough time to do everything I need to!!
Anyways today is food prep day! Cooking everything in bulk for the week. I started with JAmie EAson's chocolate protein bars... More pix to come!
What do you cook on Sunday prep day??
Ingredients
- 1 cup Oat Flour
- 2 scoops Vanilla Whey Protein Powder
- ½ tsp Baking Soda
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 3 tbsp Baking Cocoa
- 4 Egg Whites
- ½ cup Splenda
- 8oz Berry flavored Baby Food
- 4oz Water
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix dry ingredients (oat flour, vanilla whey protein, baking soda, salt, baking cocoa) together in a large bowl.
Mix wet ingredients (egg whites, Splenda, berry flavored baby food, water) together in a medium sized bowl.
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix together.
Spray cooking dish with a non stick butter spray or olive oil spray and add batter to dish.
Tips & Bonus Information
Mix dry ingredients (oat flour, vanilla whey protein, baking soda, salt, baking cocoa) together in a large bowl.
Mix wet ingredients (egg whites, Splenda, berry flavored baby food, water) together in a medium sized bowl.
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix together.
Spray cooking dish with a non stick butter spray or olive oil spray and add batter to dish.
Tips & Bonus Information
Calories: 96 Fat: 1.4 grams Carbs: 12 grams Protein: 10 grams
YIELD: 16 squares, serving size = 2 bars PREPARATION TIME: 10 mins.
COOKING TIME: 20-30 minutes
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