Homemade Almond Milk

Homemade Almond Milk

Almond milk is a great alternative to cow’s milk, especially for those who are lactose-intolerant or have dietary restrictions/preferences. Chef Mike has shared with us an excellent recipe for homemade almond milk that’s not only simple to make, but you more than likely already have the ingredients in your kitchen! Ingredients 1 cup of almonds 6 cups of water 1/8th cup of honey or sweetener of choice Pinch of salt 1tbsp of vanilla extract Directions Take the cup of almonds …

Chicken Lettuce Wrap

Chicken Lettuce Wrap Recipe

Don’t let the name fool you. This tasty dish is encompassed with not only fresh ingredients but bold flavors! A blend of Asian cuisine packed with veggies and protein, these wraps are a celebration of fresh flavors and texture that will have you leaving the table feeling satisfied and refreshed. This chicken lettuce wrap recipe will make you forget that you’re eating healthy! We love this recipe so much we want to share it with you to make at home! …

Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake

Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake

When you think of fall, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Flannel, a brisk morning breeze, warm coffee…and pumpkins? Tis the season for pumpkin spice! If you love the infamous Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks, this recipe is for you. We have discovered the perfect healthy alternative for the seasonal treat. We call our version, The Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake, or the PSPS. Not only is this shake healthy, but with the combination of spices and flavors, …

Chef Mike’s Brine

Brine Recipe

Ingredients 8 fl oz Liquid (i.e. water, stock, etc) 1/2 oz Kosher Salt 1/4 oz Sugar-Free Syrup Seasonings of Your Choosing (start with 1/2 tbs and add to taste) Protein to be brined (Brines work best with shrimp, chicken, pork, and turkey. NEVER use a brine on beef.) Directions Heat liquid to a simmer then, add kosher salt, sweetener, and seasoning. One cup of brine is perfect for one chicken breast or 15-20 large shrimp. Stir until dissolved. Remove from …

Hummus Trio Recipe

Hummus Recipe

Spice up any party with this delicious Hummus Trio Recipe! Choose between these sweet and savory options that are sure to impress your guests! BBQ Sweet Potato Hummus Yields 3 cups Ingredients 2 Sweet Potatoes (roasted & peeled) 15 oz White Beans (drained & rinsed) 3 tbsp bbq sauce of your choice 1 tbsp Olive Oil 1 tbsp Tahini 1 Garlic Clove 1 tbsp Lemon Juice 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin 1/2 tsp Chili Powder 1/2 tsp Salt (to taste) Directions …

Alcohol and Exercise Over the Holidays

Alcohol and Exercise Holiday

With all of the holiday festivities and parties going on, it’s only natural to want to partake in the holiday cheer with a couple of festive cocktails. It can be a struggle to stay on track with your goals during this time of year. Here at Fit Farm at Rock Springs, we focus on real-life results! The key is all about portion and moderation, not the absence of your personal joy or social life. We want you to have fun, …

Holiday Cheer Without the Fear!

Holiday Drink Guide

We all want to have a little cheer around the holidays. And whether you’re in tip-top shape or not, a little alcohol can make your celebrations a little bit cheerier. However, when you’ve worked hard to get into (or maintain your) shape all year, you don’t want to throw away your progress over a few high-caloric drinks. But what if you could have a holiday drink or two without worrying that you’re going to blow your nutritional plan? And what …

Eat Your Way to a Happier Holiday Waistline

6 SIMPLE EATING HACKS TO GET YOUR WAISTLINE THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS! It’s the holiday season, and no matter what you’re celebrating or why, if there’s one thing that Americans know how to do when we get together to celebrate, it’s EAT. From that Thanksgiving spread with candied yams, green bean casserole, and pumpkin pie, to that New Year’s Eve celebration with cocktail weenies, spinach, and artichoke dip, and champagne, holidays mean food and lots of it! And don’t forget about …

Three Ways to Boost Your Metabolism

Boost your metabolism

Metabolism – the elusive feature that controls how the body uses energy and burns calories. There are a lot of articles across the web promising quick and easy ways to improve your metabolism and burn calories faster. It would be wonderful if all those were true. Unfortunately, as many of you already know, metabolism can be a tricky thing to maintain, much less improve, and as we age our metabolism begins to slow down. So, we’ve done deep research and …

The Benefits of Eating Clean

Healthy Eating at Fit Farm Rock Springs

Noise Versus Nutrition: Hanging Up the Hype In the increasingly fragmented world of nutritional plans and fitness frameworks, it’s fair to say that there’s more than enough confusion out there to make the average person wonder – what’s the best way to structure my eating plan? What works? What’s just hype? The noise in this space is deafening, and sometimes contradictory – fraught with hundreds of alleged experts and practitioners all vying for consumer attention, and (of course) dollars. But …