Are Smoothies or Juice Healthier?
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In my opinion... smoothies are way better. One of the many reasons is the crazy amount of fiber we lose when juicing. Fiber helps us full so we don’t reach for processed junk food. It also keeps away constipation which can mess with intra-abdominal pressure while we heal our core and flatten our tummy post baby.
My suggestion for home juices or smoothies?!!! Chuck it alllll in there so we don’t lose the fiber. Blend with frozen berries for sweetness and frozen banana or avocado for smoooooothness! And a little Greek yoghurt for protein.
I often even sneak in a little cucumber and my toddler loves it.
We also put them in the freezer and make them into popsicles.
☔️ This was a perfect rainy day activity for us too. Leave me a comment with what you like to throw in your smoothies?
Healthy Lasagne Recipe to Try Tonight
Do you love lasagne as much as I do!?!
I make this healthy lasagne every few weeks. It is pasta free and low carb (if you're watching that)... and so yummy. I use eggplant and zucchini in place of pasta sheets…. and reduced fat cottage cheese instead of fatty ricotta cheese… and light mozzarella in place of full fat mozzarella.
It is also packed with lean protein and veggies... So quite filling!
I often make two of them. I'll pop one in the freezer to take out for an easy dinner on a hectic night... or share with a friend in need!
Please use my recipes as a guide. Make it your own by adding your FAV veggies.
Tag me on Instagram if you decide to make it! @annakooiman & @strongsexymammas
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Enjoy!
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Early Core Exercises After Baby Delivery
🚨 Ab Rehab! I am 3 weeks postpartum with Annabel. Restore your core with me. Whether your kids are 3 weeks old, 3 years old, or 30 years old... these simple exercises will serve you well! 🔖 SAVE this post using to watch later if you don’t have time right now. Send it to your girlfriends too. Core restoration is not talked about enough and many women injure themselves by doing improper exercises at the improper time. 👌In this video, I go over three valuable exercises that work the pelvic floor, diaphragm, and transverse abdominis to help flatten tummy after baby, get pelvic floor functioning properly, improve posture, decrease back pain, lower stress, improve intimacy, etc. The potential benefits are endless. If you have a few minutes - watch til the end and follow along with me. Head to strongsexymammas.com for coached workouts with Anna Kooiman. We have a brand new *6 week challenge* starting soon! Reserve your spot by joining our full year or monthly membership. Places are limited! Don't delay!
These exercises can help you get back to high impact exercise in a shorter amount of time. Some women never get back to high impact exercise. Building a strong foundation is so important!