Lazy. It best sums up how Sophie (my dog and running buddy) and I feel today. Yeah, I said it. It’s okay to be lazy at times. I’m not going to do one bit of exercise. Aside from this blog post, I’m not going to think about fitness at all. Today, it’s all about rest. Rest is good, and resting when you need to benefits your body in the long run. Depending on your fitness level and goals, it’s beneficial to have at least one rest day per week, to give your muscles much needed recovery time, and to avoid overtraining and burnout. When it’s training time, train …
Black Bean Avocado Salad
I’ve been loving this salad all summer. So easy…so healthy (no oil whatsoever)…and so tasty! Who says Mexican-style food has to be heavy and fattening? It’s a great dinner side dish…but you can also whip it up for lunch in just a few minutes. Just combine the ingredients below. (fyi, After I cut up the avocado, I mix it up with a little extra lime juice, so that all of it is coated, to prevent it from turning brown.) 1 can black beans (reduced sodium), drained and rinsed 1 can corn, 1 cup frozen corn, or fresh cooked corn cut from 2 …