• Summer Food: Grilled Chicken Pitas

    Posted On Jul 21, 2020 By Brandy Gales

    Grilled chicken pitas on a cutting board

    I made this recipe when my daughter started preschool because I wanted to make lunches at home seem just as exciting as the lunches I packed for school. However, I needed to make sure the meal not Read more

  • Weeknight Wonder: Chicken Shawarma Bowls

    Posted On Mar 9, 2021 By Brandy Gales

    Chicken shawarma bowls with flat brand and homemade tzatziki sauce.

    When I think of a Weeknight Wonder Meal, I want the meal to be fresh and fast but with a lot of flavor. This recipe for Chicken Pita Shawarma bowls really meets all of those requirements Read more

  • One Pot French Onion Soup

    Posted On Apr 27, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    French onion soup in a soup bowl.

    When I went to Paris back in 2011, I became obsessed with French Onion Soup. I loved the rich flavors and the price point could not be beat, it was always one of the cheapest items on the menu. French Onion Soup was commonly referred to as a Read more

  • Fall Special Pumpkin Pecan and Chocolate Granola

    Posted On Sep 22, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    homemade pumpkin pecan granola sprinkled over vanilla yogurt

    My children love granola (they may love the candy and fruit pieces in it more than anything). However, I hate buying it at the store because it can be so expensive, and I do find that it tends to be loaded with a ton of added sugar that is Read more

  • Quick Treadmill Workout with Intervals

    Posted On Oct 19, 2022 By Lisa Traugott

    Man running on a BowFlex treadmill

    Pressed for time? An at-home treadmill workout is a great option. For one thing, it's right in the comfort of your home, so no need to travel to a gym. The other benefit is that you can split up your Read more

  • Pad Thai with Pumpkin Peanut Sauce

    Posted On Oct 20, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    Bowl of Pad Thai noodles topped with shredded chicken, corn, edamame and cilantro.  Peanut sauce served on the side.

    I normally don't think of ways to change recipes that work perfectly, and Pad Thai is one of those foods (well, in my opinion that is). However, there is one aspect about Pad Thai that I did want to mix up. I am obsessed with the flavor of peanut sauce; although I find that it tends to be Read more

  • Halloween Party Elevated Gathering Board

    Posted On Oct 24, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    Close-up view of a meat, veggie, and cheese platter featuring pumpkin hummus

    When the school year starts and the holidays come around, I find I focus more on making charcuterie or "gathering boards" for get-togethers. I find these to be a fun and creative way to have your guests and family snack on tasty and beautiful finger foods while catching up. Read more

  • Roasted Corn Quesadillas

    Posted On May 26, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    What kid doesn't like quesadillas? They're fast, simple and tasty. As an adult I am not a fan of the simple flavors of just the cheese and a tortilla so I like to jazz it up a bit so I can serve this dish to the entire family. I love to fill the quesadilla with fresh corn, sweet peppers, and Read more

  • Six-Exercise Bench Bodyweight Circuit Workout

    Posted On Jun 6, 2022 By Lisa Traugott

    Man performing an elevated pushup using a park bench

    This bodyweight workout is perfect for a bench at the gym or on a park bench before a run. Do these moves for time, resting for 10 seconds between Read more

  • Summertime Biceps, Triceps, and Shoulders Workout

    Posted On Jul 18, 2022 By Lisa Traugott

    Woman doing a standing reverse curl

    This workout is designed to sculpt your biceps, triceps and shoulders and can be done with the BowFlex Revolution Home Gym, the BowFlex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym or at your regular gym. Remember to lift only as heavy Read more

  • Low-Impact Cardio Workout Using Just One Dumbbell

    Posted On Jul 25, 2022 By Amy Kiser Schemper

    woman doing a dumbbell squat

    When we think of cardio, we often think of running, cycling, or jumping onto an elliptical or rowing machine. These are in fact, all good forms of cardiovascular training, but there are many other ways to get your heart pumping Read more

  • Tips to Help Your Kids with Back-to-School Stress and Anxiety

    Posted On Aug 31, 2022 By Lisa Traugott

    school children walking next to a school bus

    Glance through any parent magazine and you will find that our kids' anxiety levels are through the roof. Is it any wonder? Pandemic, school shootings, and, oh yeah, that first crush on the kid who Read more