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Why I purchased a Fitbit One and not hyped Flex or Force
Recently I made a comment about activity trackers being one of the expected gifts for christmas. As a result, I got interested myself and – like always when I buy something – spent a few days...
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Chicken with green beans and tomatoes
I’ve mentioned chicken with broccoli before but what I really like about this dish is that you’ve got endless of variations by just swapping the vegetables and seasoning. In this case, I decided to use...
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Healthy habits to make the most of 2014
A fresh start can be great and a lot of people use the new year to set new goals. There’s nothing wrong with having New Year’s resolutions but I’m not a big fan of abstract goals such as “lose weight”...
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Caffeine consumption late afternoon and its effect on sleep
Photo by Maureen DaiI’ve written about sleep before and shortly mentioned why it’s important to avoid stimulants in the evening. However, since one of my projects for this year is to get better sleep,...
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The right kind of procrastination
We can all agree that procrastination is a bad thing and that’s why I’ve listed resources I use to avoid it. However, there are different kinds of procrastination and you could benefit by replacing bad...
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The perfect food to always have in your freezer
The other day I came home late, hungry and had no desire to walk to the store – knowing it would take at least another hour before I had a meal ready to eat. Since I live above a pizza place, I know...
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Steak with mushrooms and lemon juice
I’ve mentioned my appreciation for quick food in earlier posts and I believe it to be vital when trying to eat healthy during workweeks. This is a meal you can cook in less than 15...
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A fitness life captured in 21 animated gifs
Once in a while we just need a smile, so today I gathered 21 animated gifs to capture a fitness life.When you calculate the total calories at the end of the dayWhen someone wants you to try a new...
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The importance of resistance training on body composition
Photo by Ali SamieivafaThere’s an old joke that illustrates the problem with scales by claiming that the fastest weight loss is achieved by cutting off a limb. Although it’s a bit extreme, the fact...
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How to eat healthy while living at home
Photo by Chris FordLiving at home comes with both advantages and disadvantages. Especially eating healthy can be a bit tricky since it’s not only your own habits you want to improve, but usually the...
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Calories and portion sizes in recipes throughout 100 years
Photo by GinnyOur frame of reference on meal size is changing. Observations hint that restaurant meal size are increasing (1) and we know that larger portions make you eat more (2, 3). To see if this...
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The importance of involving children in meal preparation
Photo by Cia de FotoI’ve previously written about how you can eat healthy while living at home and the importance of discovering your passion for cooking. I’m a firm believer that every child would...
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How to make perfect boiled eggs
Photo by Lisa WilliamsEggs are amazing – high in protein and you’ll be full for a good while. However, it can be a bit tricky to get the perfect, easy to peel, egg without cracks. Therefore, I was...
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Stay hydrated but avoid drinking your calories
Photo by Tim BeckThe record summer is continuing with every day seeming to be warmer than the previous. Naturally, it’s important to resupply and stay hydrated. However, think twice about what you’re...
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Gym membership or home gym – advantages & disadvantages
Photo by Casa VelasI bought my first home gym equipment, a simple Ab Roller, back in 2009 and since then I’ve expanded with a pull up bar, adjustable dumbbells and a lot more. Nowadays I really enjoy...
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Odysseus, the Siren song and the science of willpower
Painting by Edward ArmitageDo you remember the tale of Odysseus and the Sirens from school? After the Trojan War, Odysseus sailed back to Ithaca, knowing he had to pass the island of Sirenum scopuli...
View ArticleOatmeal with applesauce
This is probably the quickest breakfast you can find and you’ve got endless of possibilities with everything from fresh berries to jam and honey. The base is 1 dl oats, 2 dl water, 1 pinch of salt and...
View ArticleQuark with rasp- and blueberries
I love quick meals and I’ve mentioned oatmeal with applesauce in the past. However, when it comes to speed; you probably can’t beat quark with fresh berries – no cooking required.Quark is a thick and a...
View ArticleNew favorite: Fairing Protein Pancakes
I eat a lot of chicken with different vegetables such as green beans and broccoli. To mix it up, a friend of mine recently recommended Walden Farms‘ sauces. I’ll publish a detailed post about my...
View ArticleFocus – a Mac app to block distracting websites and software
This is the software everyone should have on their computer. I’m a firm believer that precommitment is the best method to avoid distractions (worth a read) and Focus does so amazingly with several...
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