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  I have to admit, I don't always look forward to running.  I actually dread it most of the time.  It's hard for me to get motivated to head out for a run.  However, once I get geared up, go run and come back, it's the best!  I wish I could capture the after feeling a little better so I would get more excited about running.  I've learned that if I can consistently run at least once a week, I really do enjoy it.  I've decided this week, we should all do a running challenge.  Grab your favorite running shoes,...

  This week, I'm not sharing a completely new recipe.  I'm sharing a wonderfully delicious side dish that you can bring and enjoy at any family gathering.  Or enjoy at home by yourself!  If I haven't already said it enough, I love veggies!  A lot.  I love Brussel sprouts and this is a yummy way to serve them.  This is a great appetizer or side dish and it's easy to make.   Ingredients 10 slices of bacon 10 Brussel sprouts wooden toothpicks Salt & Pepper OR brown sugar & maple syrup   Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 2....

  Who doesn't love a little extra work for your booty?  That seems to be one of our biggest problem areas as women.  So, this week, I am going to add some work make your booty burn.  Are you ready to take on the squat challenge?!  Before you get started with your workouts, try to clear your mind and get your focus on you and your workout.  You are always in charge of how hard you work.  You set the tone for your workout each day.  I know it can be challenging to forget about your daily stresses and focus...

  I absolutely love most fruits and vegetables.  Sometimes, I want to include some fruit into my meals so I can eat something sweet without dessert after!  This mango salsa is so yummy.  I love it because you can add it to so many different things.  You can put it on all kinds of proteins, dip chips in it, top off a baked potato and even just eat it by the spoonful.  I am super guilty of that!  My favorite is adding this mango salsa on top of mahi-mahi.  Ingredients 1 mango- peeled and diced 1 avocado- peeled and diced...

Here's a quick addition to your daily workout.  See if you can increase your burn each day by finishing faster each time you complete it.  40 Crunches 30 Jump Squats (you can challenge yourself by adding weights) 20 Jumping Jacks 10 Lunges (each leg and again, you can add weights for more of a challenge)   Make sure you set a timer and see how quickly you can complete this.  Set a goal to be a little quicker each day! Tag @hbgcommunity and use the hashtags #hbggirls and #hbgblog to share your time with everyone.  Let's root each other on...