What’s your plan for today? When asked that question most people start listing off errands, work deadlines, chores, or plans for their children. Self-care is rarely mentioned. We sometimes feel guilty setting aside time for ourselves, but we shouldn’t! Self-care plays a vital role in stress relief and staying healthy, especially when many of us…
I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling very stiff due to sitting around during quarantine. I go on multiple walks and exercise every day, but my muscles are still tense. Our bodies aren’t designed to be inactive. I’ve started implementing a daily flexibility and mobility routine to loosen up. It’s also a nice way…
One of the biggest reasons I love AddeoFit is the community. Every time you walk through the door you see clients supporting and motivating one another with smiles on their faces. Not being able to go into the gym due to the coronavirus is difficult for all of us. However, we can still stay connected…
I know I’m not alone when I say that music has always been a huge part of my life. Some of my earliest memories are related to certain songs or artists. My first cassette tape was Michael Jackson’s Bad and I played that thing incessantly. I distinctly remember helping my dad wash dishes in the…
My chat tonight is all about the inspiration from the 80’s. The “what” and “why’s” of music, movies, and trends that inspired me to this day! I love to banter as you all know, but the 80’s influenced me in more ways than one. Get ready to hear me talk about everything from Flashdance to 80’s New Wave!
Salmon is one of the easiest things you can make! You just put it on the pan, add the sauce and bake.
A Raw Veggie Chopped Salad is perfect for summer parties, potlucks and BBQs. Full of flavor and no lettuce needed. You can easily double the recipe to feed a huge crowd.
A bold mixture of red-pepper flakes, garlic, thyme, lemon juice, and olive oil serves as a spicy marinade for bone-in chicken breasts. If you want your chicken spicier still, increase the red pepper or leave the breasts in the marinade for an hour or two.
Sarah’s live chat about all things messy. Life’s real struggles of managing levels and layers of chaos!
We all have those recipes that are just too good to give up, even when we are trying to eat healthier. Here’s the good news – you don’t have to let them go! There are ways for you to adjust recipes to fit within your nutrition goals. So, grab your favorite recipe and try these…
The word fat is often associated with negative connotations. Here’s the good news: not all fat is bad! In fact, you should be eating 20-35% of your daily calories from fat. So many delicious foods come to mind from avocados to salmon to a new favorite of mine, chili garlic cashews. They add amazing texture…
Sleep: We all need it, but 1 in 3 adults don’t get enough of it. When life gets busy it seems like sleep is the easiest thing for people to cut out. However, sleep deprivation has major consequences on both your physical and mental health. Getting the recommended 7-9 hours per night is crucial to…
From animal-based to plant-based there is an abundance of sources to choose from to meet your protein needs. These choices can be categorized as “complete” or “incomplete” proteins. A complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids necessary to your diet. The human body uses these amino acids as building blocks to make protein vital…
Sometimes getting to the gym just isn’t in the cards for the day. You may have to stay home because your child is sick, you’re traveling for work, or your schedule is completely booked. Squeezing in a 30-minute bodyweight workout is a great solution for times like these. You can do the following workout anywhere.…
Carbohydrates (carbs) are often talked about like the enemy. When in fact, they are vital to your diet. Carbs give you energy, improve digestion, promote heart health, and help control hunger. As your body’s main source of fuel, it is essential to consume enough carbs to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. Contrary to what many…
There’s a long list of benefits for meal preparation from saving money to healthier eating habits. Most people are aware of the advantages, but don’t believe they have enough time. In reality, meal prep saves you time! Think of how much effort you put into making breakfast, lunch, dinner, plus snacks. I cook almost all…
I frequently get questions from clients about what to eat before and after a workout. The answer to this question is dependent on the type of workout, duration of the session, and how frequently you are exercising. In this post I’ll go through general nutrition tips for HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training), strength training, and…
It is easy to say you want to be stronger or eat healthier. The challenge is starting to establish the habits necessary to accomplish and maintain those goals. Follow these tips to set yourself up for success. You can do this! S.M.A.R.T. Goals S.M.A.R.T. stands for specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-based. Take the time…
Life provides an abundance of opportunities to explore who you are and establish who you want to be. It is not always simple or easy, but every opportunity gives you a chance to learn and grow, discovering who you are along the way. My personal journey began with a simple desire to help people and…
It is the first full week of school for many of us! And with that comes joy (for those whose kids were ready to go back) and sometimes sadness (for parents sending kids off to college or even Kindergarten for the first time. But I think almost every parent regardless of the age of their…
“The starting point of all achievement is desire.”-Napoleon Hill Goal setting is one of those non-negotiables for anyone who wants to achieve continued success in life. But the journey to living your daydream doesn’t have to be consumed with daunting tasks that stare you in the face with each rising sun. The heart of Summer…
It’s no secret that I have always been a girly girl. Whether it’s running to work or prepping for a party, I love the process of getting dressed up. It’s fun to curl the hair, wear the lipstick and rock the heels. At the end of the day, all the makeup and moisturizer in the…
“Two roads diverged in a wood. And I, I took the one less traveled by. And that has made all the difference.”-Robert Frost A few weeks ago when I was interviewing Sarah for her latest blog post, she mentioned something that has been running over and over in m y head. She mentioned how she…
It has been a few months since we checked in with AddeoFit Owner, Sarah Addeo, since her surgery to repair an ACL tear. For those of you who know Sarah, injury and recovery are no strangers to her life. As a professional dancer, Personal Trainer, fitness guru and studio owner, injuries have played a significant…
Even the most dedicated and die-hard fitness junkies get in ruts now and then. While it’s good to keep consistent, every now and then it’s a good idea to switch things up a bit and explore new ways to challenge you that may be a bit out of your comfort zone. If you are feeling…
After what was a grueling winter (-50? What was that even???) I think it’s safe to say that spring is here! It’s a crazy time, isn’t it? Kids are in the final few chaotic weeks of school and we’re still coming off of our spring break high. But this time of year provides us the…
Fruit, Nut, and Brown Sugar Freezer Oatmeal Cups Ingredients: 5 Cups Water ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups regular rolled oats 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon butter ½ cup dried cranberries, tart cherries, raisins, chopped apricots or dates ½ cup chopped toasted almonds, walnuts or pecans Milk (optional) Directions In a medium saucepan…
Have you ever set a goal for yourself that ended up taking you on a completely different path that had absolutely nothing to do with what you had originally planned to do? About a month ago, in a desperate effort to shed the “winter fluff”, I decided I needed to lose 10 pounds. I don’t…
Dr. Mike grew up in Tampa, FL and completed his undergraduate studies from the University of Florida.He then moved to Milwaukee, WI to attend Marquette University School of Dentistry with a scholarship from the US Navy. After graduating from Marquette, he completed a one-year General Practice Residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in…
“Perseverance, secret of all triumphs.” -Victor Hugo AddeoFit is turning 2! What have you learned about yourself as an entrepreneur? I have validated a lot of things personally in who I am as an owner and a person. Everything from discovering a new level of strength and perseverance, to handling the unforeseen. AddeoFit started…
After the festivities of the winter holidays, and eating our hearts out with candy on Valentine’s day, it’s always a good idea to give your body a little bit of a break, and a boost, with a soup filled with warming vegetables and broth. This recipe is deliciously simple, and can be made…
There are very few places that we can still think of that are unreachable, timeless and unforgiving. We can travel to so many places and climb mountains, go zip lining in forests, even jump out of airplanes – but to say the Sahara Desert conjures up, to lots of us, the image of a…
“The idea is to live your life in a way that makes you feel lit up. Alive. Full fledged. Beautiful. Know and find what nourishes you inside out, bones to skin and then build your world from that alone. All else is not part of your revolution. Or your ultimate evolution.” – Victoria Erickson…
Rainbow Detox Salad I love salads. But when it’s 15 degrees outside, the last thing I want to eat is a bowl of cucumbers and bibb lettuce. This salad is a delicious combination of warming veggies and ingredients, both high in fiber and protein! For practical purposes, the ingredients are measured. But…
Sometimes you know exactly in which direction your life is taking you. Something grabs you by the hand and from the very first moment you know it’s right. Every step you take from then on is leading you toward that one goal until you arrive triumphantly at your destiny. This is not one…
Moroccan Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew As the weather grows colder, all I want to do is curl up on the couch with a big bowl of stew. Not to mention that soups are so easy when it comes to meal prep for the week. I throw everything into one pot on Sunday,…
Although cooking is not a strong suit of mine, I really enjoy entertaining and cooking for my friends and family on special occasions, whether it be recovering from a surgery, loss of a family member, new baby…everyone appreciates the opportunity where they don’t have to worry about dinner. Earlier this month a friend of…
5 years! Anyone who has had cancer knows what that means. It’s a big marker to get to cancer free, and I just had my 5 year anniversary this past May. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in May of 2013. I was lucky because I was diagnosed early during a routine mammogram.…
I have always had the urge to travel. Whether I am touring castles, taking a ferry across the Baltic sea, or wandering around a small village next to the Vistula River, I am in constant awe of my surroundings. I try to soak everything in; the murmur of voices having a conversation in another…
“Authenticity is a collection of choices that we make every day. It’s about the choice to show up and be real. The choice to be honest. The choice to let our true selves be seen.” -Brene Brown I turned 38 last week, and it feels…different. Nothing to do with feeling older; in fact, just…
Hydration: The underappreciated performance enhancer The summer heat is on and with it comes increased sweat with exercise. Sweating is necessary for the body to cool it’s core temperature, and without effective sweating we would essentially cook our cells. People sweat in different ways. For some, the sweat pours off of…
“As a ten-year stroke victim and four year Esophageal Cancer Survivor Amber has changed my life physically and mentally. Amber helps my life 3 times a week with private training. I love watching my body transform inside and out.” – Michele Rifkin After building my career as a personal trainer and working with a…
Since Savannah Wisth began her internship at AddeoFit, I don’t think I’ve seen her in the same place once. Whether she is teaching Blast HIIT or assisting with our KidFit program, she is definitely our girl on the go! After sitting down to chat, it became clear that being active is second nature to Savannah,…
“Summer is officially here and with it the HEAT! Don’t let the fear of heating up the house with the oven stop you from creating a healthy, nutritious meal. Allow me to reintroduce you to your long-lost friend, your slow cooker! On hot, humid days let your slow cooker make your meal with…
Smoothies are the perfect Summer food. They’re easy to make, portable when you’re on the go, healthy (most of the time) and they’re delicious! I love a healthy smoothie packed with nutrition, but sometimes, the popular recipes that we see circulating on social media are healthy, but hardly appetizing. While kale is no doubt a…
The short answer: It varies. Most athletes and every day exercisers underestimate the importance of pre-exercise fueling. The benefits of a pre-exercise meal are multi-faceted. Pre-exercise fueling helps maintain blood glucose levels to avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), which negatively impacts performance. The right food choices can also alleviate upper gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort…
“Surrender to what is. Let go of what was. Have faith in what will be.” Sonia Ricotti Words can be very powerful; some might even say life changing. For me, the words above have become a sort of mantra that I first embodied during a time in my life that was filled with…
FIND YOUR FIT! Our theme for May at AddeoFit. Why do I love to work and play at AddeoFit? Because Finding Your Fit doesn’t just mean getting big muscles or looking “hot” in a bikini. Team ADF is about heart, about feeling good, about caring about the person next to you on the yoga…
“There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle, or the mirror that reflects it.” -Edith Warton I’ve been pondering a lot about positive thinking lately, and what it really means to think, positively. Optimism comes second nature to me, whether it be due to the good fortunes life has given me…
“The smart ones know where to look when things get rough. It isn’t ‘there’. It’s ‘here’. No matter what happened in a class, in a performance last week, last year or five minutes ago. If you come back to here, you’ll always be home.” -Center Stage, 2000 One of my all-time favorite movies is Center Stage.…
Spring is here! Technically. And if you’re anything like me, you’re ready to ditch the stews and broths and trade in for something a little more…green! There are a lot of green smoothie recipes out there. But this one has a little bit of something for everyone! Do you like spinach? It’s in there.…
Now that my two daughters are in elementary school, weekdays have become more hectic. Mornings are a whirlwind – wrestling everyone out of bed, searching for missing socks and library books, then rushing out to meet the bus – and afternoons are jam-packed with homework and extracurricular activities. When my kids had an extra day…
Have you ever been in the middle of a workout, muscles on fire and lungs burning, and thought to yourself, “I’m really enjoying this right now!”? I haven’t either. The truth is, most people don’t enjoy a lot of things that are typically associated with working out. It is hard to find someone that loves…
The idea of loving myself was completely foreign until I realized I had no other option. My depression was so bad I could barely pull myself from my wooden bedroom floor. Nothing mattered, every conversation and every day melted together. I was unfulfilled with my work as a waitress – working doubles barely getting by,…
It has taken me the better part of 37 years for me to come to the realization that I am by nature, an introvert. Surprising, considering that I’ve been performing as long as I can remember and have always leaned toward the “never-met-a-stranger” side of the personality spectrum. But in many cases, when it comes…
It is always a challenge to stay healthy as the cold starts to creep in. Most of us get the urge to curl up on the couch with some hot cocoa and not move for most of the day. This increases our chance of illness, while negatively impacting our happiness and self-confidence. The good news…
To those who know Amber, her positive energy radiates almost as bright as her smile. But it is her dedicated and determined spirit that radiates the most,leaving both a lasting and inspiring impact on those who have the good fortune to meet and work with her! Tell me, what inspired you to pursue a career…
“Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” – Anonymous Sarah Addeo is a force. Whether she’s leading her signature Cardio Kick class or fine-tuning her playlist, there is purpose and intention with her every move. But behind the Owner of AddeoFit is a gentle…
“Sweat is magic. Cover yourself in it daily to grant wishes.” I walked into the studio this morning with a pit in my stomach. My 3-year-old was up 3 times last night, which left me irritated. 20 minutes after I finally fell asleep on the hardwood floor next to him, the alarm went off.…
“Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.”- Ryunosuke Satoro The world of practicing yoga, philosophizing over yoga and studying the origins of yoga has been second nature in my life. But teaching physical yoga postures, leading discussions over the history of yoga and why we practice has been a huge transition. One…
I was never really a fitness or gym guy, but I have always enjoyed being active. I am one of those guys that could probably lift weights for years and add a little mass, but it would take the commitment of a bodybuilder to see a big change. Trust me, I have a brother-in-law that…
Just Another Day…or is it! At the corner of Lancaster and Lydell streets is a world class performance center, AddeoFit. Congratulations to Sarah Addeo, Marti Wronski and all those behind the scenes that have made this possible! This business adventure took courage, perseverance, hard work, creativity and a will to succeed to go from…
“Music has always been a matter of Energy to me, a question of Fuel. Sentimental people call it Inspiration, but what they really mean is Fuel. I have always needed Fuel. I am a serious consumer. On some nights I still believe that a car with the gas needle on empty can run about fifty…
Since I was a little girl, food and exercise has always been an integral part of life. My earliest and fondest memories include making homemade bread and kneading the dough in kitchen with my Mom and making cookies and licking the mixer attachment covered with cookie dough. I’d like to say that my early passion…
When you meet someone new, one of the first questions that always seem to come up is “What do you do”? It’s a great conversation starter and can lead to a lot of follow up questions, which can lead to more good conversation. One of the follow up questions I rarely hear is “Why”? When…
As a mother of a 3-year-old and 7-year-old, I read a lot of “mom” stuff. Whether it is on social media or a blog post forwarded to me by a friend, I find myself reading the same conversation over and over…and over. “My body will never be the way it used to be…” “I have…
When I was about 20 years old, I stumbled across a short passage in a magazine. It told the story of a woman who lived down the hall from a gentleman who was a musician. During the time she lived in the apartment, they became friends. But she noticed he was a bit of a…
“There is freedom waiting for you on the breezes of the sky. And you ask ‘What if I fall?’ Oh, but darling, ‘What if you fly?’” –Erin Hanson You could say my life changed on a bet. It happened on a Tuesday, but the night before I was up for more or less the entire…
