Goodness, it’s been far too long since I’ve hosted a giveaway. How did that happen? Well, it’s time to correct the situation with my newest, and absolutely FAVORITE meal replacement/nutrition shake. It’s called Shakeology, and really, I CANNOT get enough of the stuff. Too bad Snapple already has the trademark on “the best stuff on earth,” because I think Shakeology could claim easily make this claim. Here is your chance to win some for yourself.

Here’s a fun article from my buddy over at Yeahtips.com. Why is there such fuss about women’s health and fitness? Men don’t seem to have these issues. This is because women tend to prioritize their families first. No matter if they know every woman’s fitness tip, they are hardwired to feel guilty about putting themselves first. So now, there are endless articles, series, and even television programs to make women realize that they need to keep fit and healthy in order to multitask.

At your next backyard BBQ, choose the smallest available plate. This will automatically ensure you take smaller portions. You won’t feel cheated, though, because your mind will see a full dish. Researchers at Cornell University estimate that routinely eating off plates with a diameter 2 inches smaller than usual can reduce calorie consumption by 22%.

According to the American Council on Exercise (ACE) A new study confirms what many discovered long ago – strength training plays an important role in ridding the body of extra weight. My own experiences certainly support this research as well. I lost more weight once I added strength training into my regular routine.

Fitness Guru Jon Benson recently wrote a great article about what to eat before your workouts. I thought it would be a great one to share here. One of the most common questions Jon gets asked is: “What should I eat before my workouts if I want to get rid of bodyfat?”

Here is a great recipe, especially if you have a bunch of leftover veggies that you are not sure what to do with. It’s also easy to make, which is my favorite kind of recipe for sure. It’s also rather well balanced when it comes to fat, carbs and protein.

I wrote about this topic about two years ago and thought it was a good time for an update. Do you realize that about 50% of people have given up on their New Year’s Resolution by the middle of the year. How about you? Did you set a goal that is strong enough and important enough for you to stick with it? Or, are you letting other things get in the way. Are you letting yourself get lower and lower on your priority list?

Here is a fun recipe from another new contributor to PersonalFitCoach. Her name is Jenni and she blogs at TheHeadlessCook. Stop by her blog and say hello.

This is a recipe that is super fast and easy. It’s great as a side dish or just to snack on! Just pop these in the oven and put them in a bowl instead of chips? You’re in for a treat!