Types of Stretching

Let me show you exactly which stretch to do when!

Free Fitness VideosSal FazioMay 10, 2019

Chocolate Truffles with Coconut Flakes Recipe

What do I love about these besides the fact that they have my favorite ingredient in them? I love how super duper easy these are to make!

RecipesAngela FazioOctober 12, 2018chocolate, dairy free, dates, desert, gluten free, organic, soy free, truffles, veganComment

Elderberry Syrup Recipe

This Elderberry Syrup recipe is super simple and effective. I try to buy the ingredients in the summer as they are more easily available. If you can't get organic fresh berries I recommend buying dried organic Elderberries and raw organic local Honey for best results.

Halfway to Where?

This question can be applied to anything. Take a moment to access where you are in all aspects of your life. Being halfway through Lent at this point it's time for me to crack down and see where my distractions and temptations are.

FaithAngela FazioMarch 15, 2018Faith, focus, goals, God, lent, life, trust Comment

Lenten Journey Towards Easter

At this time of year, as we start Great Lent, it is always good to start off with a positive attitude.We go to confession, ask others to forgive us, start to think more seriously about sacrifice of food, and extending our daily prayer efforts all for the glory of God.

FaithSal FazioFebruary 20, 2018Bible, christianity, Easter, God, Great Lent, kindness, preparation, sacrificeComment

Dieting. Isn't. Healthy.

It's been ingrained in us that weight loss is hard, that eating healthy is even harder and that counting calories and carbohydrates is crucial.

NutritionAngela FazioJanuary 5, 2018diets, exercise, good decisions, healthy living, nutrition, wellness changesComment

Variety to Maintain Your Fitness Level

I've said it before..here it comes again...we are creatures of habit. I'm telling you the mold has to be broken not once, not twice but every month or so when it comes to maintaining your fitness level and being able to keep your body challenged.

Martial FitnessAngela FazioDecember 16, 2017challenge, change workouts, routine, train hard, variety, work hardComment

Vegan Pie Crust Recipes

Here are all my go -to vegan crust recipes so you can get started on your pies for the cooler weather!

RecipesAngela FazioNovember 18, 2017crust, holiday, pie, veganComment

Black Bean Peppermint Brownies Recipe

I don't mess around when it comes to chocolate. These brownies may have you thinking 'black beans in brownies?

RecipesAngela FazioNovember 16, 2017black bean brownies, chocolate, gluten free, veganComment

Cranberry Sauce Recipes Perfected

This recipe has been 4-5 years in the making. You see I tend to only make it for Thanksgiving. Every year I write notes on how to improve it and each year it has gotten better and better (voted on by my family and friends of course).

RecipesAngela FazioNovember 8, 2017cranberry sauce, gluten free, holidays, thanksgiving, veganComment

Guilt-Free Ice Cream Recipe

I know there are going to be some jokes after I say this but here goes...This is Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free and it is delicious!

RecipesAngela FazioOctober 9, 2017GF, ice cream, soy free, vegan Comment

Christian Martial Artist & Weapon Training

Below is a suggestion that may help you to explain to others and especially your children why it is ok to enjoy being a Christian Martial Artist that includes weapons in their fitness curriculum.

FaithSal FazioOctober 3, 2017chi, christianity, energy, martial arts, peace, prayerful, weapon training, weaponsComment

Training with Chi / Ki

There are many variations and many definitions of Chi Gong and many ways to write it. Its loose definition is "Life Energy Cultivation.”

FaithSal FazioSeptember 24, 2017chi, christian, energetic balance, energy, qi

Let's Talk Paninis - Recipes

I'm not quite ready to dive into the more hearty fall meals just yet but that time is coming soon. Instead I'd like to focus on a couple of our favorite paninis.

RecipesAngela FazioAugust 27, 2017Comment

When Will Your Metabolism Slow Down?

I'm going to shock you now so get ready...there is no specific age when your metabolism tanks. Believe it or not your metabolism is not working against you! You can train yourself to get to amazing places at any age even into your 90's!

Angela FazioJuly 31, 2017age, fitness, metabolismComment

Where Do Vegans Get Their Protein?

These days less people ask me about where vegans get their protein. Why? Education. I am happy to say that more and more people are getting educated on where their food comes from and why it is so incredibly important to know what is in it.

NutritionAngela FazioJuly 15, 2017meat replacements, protein, veganComment

Vegan Gluten Free Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

This recipe is super moist and will leave you completely satisfied and wanting more - so be warned. As a bonus these cupcakes freeze very well.

RecipesAngela FazioJuly 7, 2017cake, cupcakes, egg free, GF, veganComment

Quinoa Fruit Salad Recipe

Here it is my absolute favorite summertime salad. This. Is. Amazing. I could eat this all summer every day.

RecipesAngela FazioJune 27, 2017fruit salad, quinoa, summer salad Comments

Salad Dressing Recipes

For some reason I think a lot of people are intimidated by making their own dressings and I am here to tell you there is no reason to be!

RecipesAngela FazioJune 22, 2017GF, salad dressings, vegan Comments

Quinoa with Black Beans and Sweet Potato Recipe

There are a few recipes that I double the recipe on and make at least few times a month as they are my favorites and easy to grab, eat hot or cold and are very healthy and filling. This is one of them.

RecipesAngela FazioJune 17, 2017quiona, vegan, vegetarian Comment