Author: Chris Brown (Page 23 of 41)

I tried a new bar at the advice of a friend. I wouldn’t call it a protein bar, but I would describe it as more of an energy bar.

In one word – DELICIOUS.

The bar is called Autumn’s Gold Grain Free Granola Bar. I tried the cinnamon almond flavor.

Very delicious, grain free bar.

The simple ingredients are most appealing: almonds, pecans, maple syrup, honey, coconut, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, sea salt and vanilla.

After a two hour bike ride I was hungry and this bar was delicious. Must be the honey and maple syrup!

It’s not only grain free, but gluten free and non GMO. The macros are fat 17g, carbs 11g, and protein 5g.

Here’s all the details:

I like that it won’t melt in the hot sun while riding.

What about you? What do you bring with you for a snack after a long workout? Leave a message below.

We  were very honored to be interviewed recently for a podcast and wanted to share the news with you.

You can hear about our story when we are interviewed on a podcast from France called Keto Woman by Daisy Brackenhall. https://ketowomanpodcast.com/138/

Hope you enjoy listening. Please leave a message and let us know what you think!

Bike riding feels great! One thing I really love about cardio exercise is the endorphins floating around in my body after a great workout.

Even if it’s not a terribly strenuous exercise, but just a good steady cardio, it feels great.

This morning I took a 20 mile bike ride with a friend and the weather was ideal. The temperature was around 70 and just a light wind was blowing. I had on shirt sleeves and bike shorts, didn’t even need a jacket. Mot a cloud in the sky!

The route I take during the weekends I refer to as the Kent loop. I’ve written about it before. People in Kent probably call it the Stow loop or the Hudson loop, but it travels through all of those communities.

A screen shot from Strava.

The bike trail has some hills, bending paths and is 100% pavement. Some of the trail is along side of the road, but most of it is on a bike trail which I find more relaxing.

Part of the trail meanders along the north side of the Cuyahoga River. The water has some small rapids. At Brust Park there were a whole of rubber rafts along the river bank. People were out walking, bike riding and enjoying the weather.

What cardio exercise do you enjoy doing? Running? Biking? Dancing? Swimming? Is it primarily outside or something you do inside? Do you get the same lift from it as I do? Leave me a message below.

During podcast #59, Pam Sherman talked about her BAS Big Ass Salad. It’s full of greens, cabbage, nuts and delicious healthy foods.

I tried to make my version of it, but have dubbed mine the LAS Little Ass Salad. I guess because I don’t want to talk subliminally to my a$$ about being big?

Also, when I look at my picture in these cute little bowls, it felt less like a main meal and more of a side dish.

Ingredients:

Chopped vegetables: squash, tomatoes, cabbage carrots sweet yellow peppers, onions and celery.
Prepare couscous and stir into vegetables.
For protein I added Red Kidney Beans and tuna.

Dressing- Cider vinegar olive oil and lemon juice. Oregano, salt and pepper to taste.

I made plenty and also had it the next day. I think it was even better because the dressing soaked into the ingredients.

Last weekend I got back on the bike and managed to get a good 22-mile ride. First ride in a while! It was thanks to my bike riding buddy who sent a text and I couldn’t say no.

Wow did it feel great to be back on the bike!!! Definitely my happy place.

I know some folks are riding as groups again, but I’m not interested in doing that now. I breathe too hard when I’m riding!!

In case the bike looks weird to you… I was about it put it into my car, so the front wheel is off. 😉

We left at 7 am before most people even wake up on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend. The weather was perfect! Not too hot, but lots of sun.

As we rode, the temperature rose. And over the next two hours there were more people on the trails, most wearing masks.

As a bike rider, I did not wear a mask, but I did have my usual bandana and pulled it up over my mouth and nose while passing walkers. Most of the walkers were older and wearing masks.

It’s almost like the early morning hours have become the perfect hours for older people who are trying to avoid other people.

Like most women in the Becoming Elli Community, I’m trying to stay fit and strong. Getting a bike ride with a good friend when the weather is great and the trails are almost empty was especially awesome, as we are still fighting the spread of the virus.

Like many others, my parents are in the super high risk category of COVID-19. With the recent doctor visits and near future visits, I don’t want to take any chances with them.  But I also know how critically important it is for my mental and physical health to get out on my bike!

What’s your go-to exercise that you absolutely love?!? Are you able to do it at this stage of the quarantine? Please leave a message in the comments below, on our voicemail at 330-970-6662 or email me at Chris@becomingelli.com.