Yummy Raspberry Smoothie!

Good morning everyone! Wanted to share a great, delicious smoothie recipe I created yesterday. I found it to be satisfying and really refreshing! When I got back from the gym it was the perfect thing to rehydrate me. It is full of protein and very low calorie! Try it, I think you will like it as much as I did!

• 1 cup fresh green tea
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
• 1/2 banana
• 1 tsp almond slivers
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1/2 tsp diced fresh ginger
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 1 scoop of ice cubes

Blend well until all ingredients and ice are completly crushed.  Makes several servings! Enjoy!

Great Workout/Delicious and Nutritious Lunch Recipe!

Just got back from the gym and all I can say is I am VERY TIRED! I had an excellent cardio workout, but it's funny though, I don't think of it as work so much any more. As each day goes by, I find myself looking forward to the "torture". I did a solid hour of cardio today including 20 minutes on the eliptical, 20 minutes on the bike and 20 minutes on the treadmill. I had my heart rate up for a good while! I had recent foot surgery and it has greatly impacted my ability to walk with no pain, so the treadmill is a real challenge. If you find yourself in this situation, just take it easy and work up to it, maybe do 5-10 minutes at a time. When I got home, I decided to make a healthy salad for lunch. I have become very mindful of what I eat, so I do not even buy any junk food for fear of returning to my old ways!
Try this wonderful salad at home when you get a chance, it was super tasty!

Here's a photo of the basic ingredients. It includes spinach, celery, red and green bell pepper, sliced pear, broccoli slaw and feta cheese.  Everything is so easily put together! I have discovered the broccoli cole slaw recently and love the fresh, crunchy addition to the salad. I also tossed in some dried cranberries, and a small handful of sunflower seeds. For protein I added a small package of pink salmon and drizzled a small amount of balsamic vinegar dressing! Served it with a tall glass of green tea.....Very delicious and nutritious!