Adventures in food, fitness & living a balanced life
While grocery shopping this weekend, I had a sudden craving for kale. Now, I can imagine that most people probably don’t crave kale, but if you have been reading this blog for a while or if you know me outside of the blog, then you have probably … [Read more...]
Last week, I wanted to get out of a food rut. I felt as if all I was eating were fish and veggies. Don't get me wrong...I will always LOVE fish and veggies, but I missed cooking and causing some "treble" in the kitchen.<---pun intended! I … [Read more...]
Make sure to enter my Krema peanut butter giveaway! The giveaway winner will be announced on Monday April 8. _____________________________________________________________________________ Spring time just screams asparagus season to me. So, … [Read more...]
Happy Friday! Was it just me, or did yesterday have a Friday feel to anyone else? Just in case you were wondering, my chocolate cherry smoothie breakfast yesterday turned out great! I made it the night before I wanted it and put it in the … [Read more...]
I can't believe it is Friday already! This weekend, I am attending the AFAA Primary Group Exercise Certification Workshop to become a certified group fitness instructor. Currently, I am an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and a Les Mills … [Read more...]
Last night, dinner in our new home was a breeze thanks to this kitchen appliance. Although meals that come out of the crock-pot are not the prettiest, they always seem to taste great, save time, and make a ton of leftovers for future … [Read more...]
Yesterday morning I started off my week doing something that I really have not done in quite a while. I simply ran 3 miles on the treadmill as my workout. I have to admit that I was a bit nervous since it has been such a long time since I have … [Read more...]
Hello all! I am still gathering workout motivation mantras. My goal is to round up 100 mantras and create a giant list of motivation for the new year to share with you. Comment below with some of your … [Read more...]
Sunday, you may remember that I spent a portion of the day putting up the fall decorations. It was actually rather warm outside, and technically fall doesn't begin until this weekend (the first FULL day of fall is Saturday, September 22). Despite … [Read more...]
Thursdays are the mornings when I teach my boot camp class. I am completely loving this class because I can make the workouts super hard....or tone them down a notch for less experienced boot campers. I usually try to do the harder options … [Read more...]
I'm Tara, a 24-year-old fitness and food lover living in Indianapolis, IN.
I have a huge passion for experimenting in the kitchen, living an active life, and pursuing my dreams. As an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor, and Les Mills Certified Body Pump Instructor, I love teaching group fitness classes and being physically active every day.
This blog follows my life and my interests in fitness, mostly healthy food, family, friends, and living a well-balanced and healthy life.
