5 Components of a Well-Rounded Fitness Routine

We talk a lot about fitness and we love that it is one of the things in life that you can put the work in and improve the outcome. Movement can help you get stronger, healthier, and achieve your best physical life. We get a lot of questions about what is important when developing a…

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Weight Loss Meds: Are They Safe?

A trending topic in our culture at the moment are diabetes medications being utilized for weight loss. The most popular medications include Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro. It’s hard to know what each medication provides, the differences, what they are being used for, side effects and more. Let’s dive in!   Click the link to listen…

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Body Image: How Do We Know if it’s Healthy?

Body image: everyone has one, but how do we know if it’s healthy? I think most people can relate when we say that everyone has had a negative body image at one time or another. Even the world’s most beautiful person likely has something they don’t like about themselves. Practice positive self talk. If you…

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Nutrition in the NFL: Interview with Dylan Cole

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a professional athlete? Well, AYB’s Practical Nutrition podcast caught up with current NFL linebacker, Dylan Cole to pick his brain about the ins and outs about what it takes to perform as a professional athlete. Dylan is a local athlete who played for Logan-Rogersville…

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RECIPE: French Toast Muffins

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — French Toast MuffinsRecipe courtesy: Dietitian Cassie Dimmick of Achieving Your BestMakes 6 servings (2 muffins = 1 serving)  Ingredients:1/2 loaf leftover sourdough (broken into about 6-8 pieces)2 Tbsp melted butter6 eggs2 cups of milk (of your choice)1 tbsp vanilla extract1 tsp cinnamonPinch saltMaple syrup to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 350-degrees. Line…

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RECIPE: Apple Pie Smoothie

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Apple Pie Smoothie Courtesy: Dietitian Cassie Dimmick of Achieving Your Best Makes 2 smoothies Ingredients: 1 large or 2 small gala apple, cored and sliced 1 frozen banana 1 c. Milk of your choice 1 c. Vanilla or plain Greek yogurt 1/2 Tbsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp each of ginger, nutmeg, and cloves…

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RECIPE: Dark Chocolate Nut Butter Cups

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Dark Chocolate Nut Butter Cups Recipe courtesy: Dietitian Alix Shantz of Achieving Your Best Prep time: 5 minutes Total time: 15 minutes Servings: 12 chocolate cups Ingredients: · 1 cup dark chocolate chips (70% or darker) · ¾ cup rice crispies cereal · 2 tsp olive oil · 2 tbsp ground hemp/flax…

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