Gluten Free is not all bad!

10 Guiltless Gluten-Free Snacks

Proof that a gluten-free diet doesn't have to be inconvenient.

http://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/diet-tips/10-guiltless-gluten-free-snacks

An Edgy Touch to a Classic!

Power Force Apparel's Ladies long sleeve tees and other items have a new inventive detail- BLACK LACE! Who would have thought this edgy touch would look so incredible! Don't you just  love it!

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5 Weeks to a 5K

Running Plans that you can stick to! 
Whether training for your first 5K or just trying to beat your own personal record, we have the training plan for you. If you ever start to doubt yourself, remember: You're stronger than you think! 26.2 miles might sound like an eternity, but your body can get to the point where running becomes second nature. So what are you waiting for? 

Lets Start with the basics..Here is the perfect 5 Week plan to prepare for your 5K!

Here is an awesome link to upcoming races in Birmingham, AL. BUT you can use this website to find races of any length in any state! http://www.runningintheusa.com/race/List.aspx?Rank=Upcoming&State=AL&Page=1

Maddie from Haute Pink in her Pink Power Force Apparel

Visit www.powerforceapparel.com to get your pink work out wear. They have tons of cute styles and colors! You are sure to find something that you love!

Women's Vigor Power Force Shoes!!

Men's Power Force Shoes

Short-Cut Shape Ups

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/how-to-get-in-shape

Yummy Macaroons!

http://blog.womenshealthmag.com/food/raspberry-macarons-from-francois-payard-cheat-day/

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY PANCAKES

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY PANCAKES

Jelly Syrup Ingredients:

• 1 cup jelly(flavor of your choice)
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Jelly Syrup Directions:

1. Heat the jelly in a small pan over medium-high heat.
2. Dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl.
3. When the jelly becomes liquid, add in the cornstarch mixture.
4. Simmer until the mixture reaches a syrup consistency, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Pancake Batter Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 3/4 cup peanut butter
• 2 1/2 cups baking mix
• 2 eggs
• cooking spray

Pancake Directions:

1. Warm milk in a small pan over low heat, then slowly whisk in the peanut butter until the mixture is completely smooth.
2. Remove from the heat.
3. Add the baking mix to a large bowl, then stir in the eggs and milk/peanut butter mixture.
4. Mix until all ingredients are incorporated.
5. Do not over-mix.
6.  Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and set to medium-high heat.
7. Pour about 1/4 cup pancake batter in the center of the skillet and cook until golden brown, then flip and cook on the other side.
8. Cook about 1 to 2 minutes per side.
9. Transfer the pancakes to a serving platter and serve with the syrup.

Egg and Spinach Quiche Cups

Egg and Spinach Quiche Cups

10  ounces frozen chopped spinach

3/4 cup egg whites

3/4 cup shredded fat free cheese

1/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped

1/4 cup onion, chopped fine

hot sauce (optional)

1. Microwave the spinach on high for 2 1/2 minutes. Drain completely.
2. Line a 12 cup muffin tray with foil baking cups. Spray the cups with cooking spray.
3. Combine the egg substitute, cheese, mushrooms, spinach and onions in a bowl.
4. Add hot pepper to taste.
5. Divide evenly among the cups.
6. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until knife inserted comes out clean.
7. May then be frozen if desired.

Makes six muffin cups, 75 Calories each

Skinny Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo

 

Ingredients

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and cut into chunks (about 2 cups)
2 cups roasted broccoli florets
8 ounces fettuccine
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup fat-free, low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup skim milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch ground nutmeg
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is golden, 1 to 2 minutes.

Whisk in the flour until smooth, about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, Greek yogurt, milk, pepper and nutmeg. Bring to a low boil, stirring constantly. Lower the heat and simmer, stirring gently, until the mixture thickens, about 3 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup Parmesan.

Add cooked chicken and broccoli to sauce mixture, followed by the cooked pasta. Toss to combine and serve with more Parmesan, if desired.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Servings

4

Cucumber Sandwiches!

Put anything you want in them and they are perfect for snacks!

Caramel Filled Apple Cups!

Caramel Filled Apple Cups! 

Cut the top of your apple off and set aside. Scoop out the body of the apple with a melon baller and fill with melted caramel or dipping sauce of your choice. (Make sure to melt your dipping sauce in a bowl and NOT the actual apple)  

Hummus and Avacado toast with roasted Tomatoes.

Hummus and Avacado toast with roasted Tomatoes.  

Women's Apparel! Finally In!

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You Can!

Who is going to stop you?

Womens Running Shoes

These Power Force Shoes are amazing!

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Deconstructed Sushi salad with a peppy wasabi vinaigrette! Clean Eating.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup short-grain brown rice
• 1 tbsp wasabi paste
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 2/3 cup rice wine vinegar
• 1/2 tsp raw honey
• 1 English cucumber, diced into 1/4-inch chunks
• 4 nori sheets, quartered and cut into 1/4-inch strips
• 1 large carrot, peeled and thinly sliced 
• 8 oz crab meat pieces (claw or jumbo lump)
• 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced
• 4 cups baby spinach

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a medium saucepot, bring 2 cups water to a boil. Stir in rice, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes. Spread rice on a baking sheet to cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes. 
2. In a small bowl, whisk wasabi, soy sauce, vinegar and honey. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, mix rice, cucumber, nori and carrot. Drizzle with wasabi-honey mixture and stir to combine. With a rubber spatula, gently fold in crab.
4. Divide spinach evenly among serving bowls or plates and top each with rice-crab mixture and avocado.

Nutrients per serving (1 cup spinach, 1 1/2 heaping cups rice-crab mixture, 1/4 avocado):  Calories: 360, Total Fat: 10 g, Sat. Fat: 1.5 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g, Omega-3s: 350 mg, Omega-6s: 930 mg, Carbs: 54 g, Fiber: 9 g, Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 18 g, Sodium: 490 mg, Cholesterol: 55 mg

Most Amazing Shoes!

We love these 2 new styles of Power Force Womens Shoes! There are going to be perfect for spring!

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