Author: Ashlinn Hoffmeister

Does the barbell scare you? Do you want to try it but don’t even know where to start? This post is perfect for you. I’ll help you break your fear of it & teach you some key proper form points going forward. Here, I talk about the difference between deadlifts, squats, & RDLs. I also…

With the holidays being here already, let’s face it…. we all feel chubby, bloated, and “fat”. I’ve already had too many fish tacos, gingerbread cookies, and salty foods. BUT, whether you’re stepping on the scale to see if you lost or maintained weight, or maybe your clothes fit tighter, it may not be the weight…

The most common question I get is “how to figure out my macros” I love this question, as it makes me realize hopefully people are breaking away from diets that are advertised as “quick” “skinny” “toning” “detoxing” and realizing that calculating your macronutrients is the best “diet” out there because it doesn’t ruin your metabolism.…

•Glycogen, which is stored in the muscles, is the fuel source we MUST restore after training. Muscle glycogen is the fuel source used during aerobic exercise. •To replenish glycogen, it is important to consume carbohydrates as soon after exercise as possible. •You should actually be consuming both carbs & proteins after a workout to restore…

“Grandpa has ears that truly listen, arms that always hold, love that’s never-ending, and a heart that’s made of gold.” What motivates you? As a society, often times failure, being told no, sadness, anger, etc…are things we use to motivate ourselves to be better. The uncertainty and frustration I had during the COVID-19 Pandemic around…

Another Monday meal prep! Macros: 337 cal About 19g carbs 3g fat About 63g protein How to make 3 Meal Prep Containers: 15 chicken tenders (2 packs) •heat oven to 375 degrees F •while oven is warming up- mix bag with tajin, chili powder, garlic powder, & light olive oil Spray another pan and add:…

This recipe makes 3 containers, about 297 calories each. I just bought new meal prep containers and a food scale so I’m using them to make this recipe! Macros: 27.8g carbs 2.6g fat 38g protein Ingredients: •a bag and a half of frozen stir fry veggies (about 4.5cups) •minced garlic (2tsp) •rice vinegar •3 servings…

Macros per bagel: •about 250 calories •fat: 0.9g •carbs: 40.4g •protein: 18.2g These bagels are…. •butter and sugar free •only about 40 minutes to make •less hassle •best toasted it as a sandwich! Recipe: *makes about 9 normal/medium sized bagels •Heat oven to 375 degrees F •Mix: -4 cups whole wheat flour -4 tbsp baking…

Get ready for fall pumpkin flavors with these healthy zucchini and pumpkin muffins! Low fat and really yummy! Perfect if you still have some extra zucchini from the garden and want to add some fall flavor into your BUTTER-FREE muffins! How to make: •Preheat oven to 350 •Add wet ingredients into a bowl: -3 eggs…

“Happiness is a byproduct of fulfillment” In my recent Instagram post, I spoke about my August goals and included announcements on what’s to come on my “GrowingHealthies” platform. I wanted to write a post on my blog, as more of a detailed and personal approach. Happiness really is a byproduct of fulfillment, and fulfillment is…

•my favorite food is sushi or anything with seafood in it. Why do i eat it if sushi is high in calories/sodium? Because I don’t track strictly calories, and neither should you. •sushi has protein, carbs, & fat in it. Something we should have within every meal. I learned that as I feel the healthiest…

Made a recipe for my first “zoodle muffins” today!! •made with zucchini from a local garden •Basil from my own garden •eggs from our chickens •& homemade syrup from my uncle  •about 290 cal, 36.3g carbs, 14.3g fat (depends on eggs & the oil you use) & 8.2g protein. I’d say pretty good macros for…