Understanding Macros

Don’t get overwhelmed with the idea of macros! Let me guide you through the importance of them and why counting macros could benefit you!

Fitness in the Preschool Classroom

By Faith Barbare, Owner and Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist at SimplyFit It comes as no surprise that there has been an overwhelming increase in childhood obesity over the years. Children have a natural instinct to get up and get moving, but with today’s technology and the need to meet curriculum standards, children are spending […]

Exercising While Pregnant

By Faith Barbare, Owner and Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist at SimplyFit You just found out you’re expecting, and there are a million thoughts racing through your mind. One of those might be whether you should continue exercising or possibly start exercising. It is always best to consult with your doctor about exercising during your […]

Baked Southwest Chicken

[siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget]  Ingredients 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup corn (frozen or canned) 1 can diced green chiles 1/2 red bell pepper, diced 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 cup Colby jack cheese, shredded 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp cumin 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp […]

Why Choose The SimplyFit Challenge

By Faith Barbare, Owner and Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist at SimplyFit 2017, I started my first 6-week fitness challenge. My goal has remained the same ever since, to give women the tools they need to create a sustainable, healthy and fit lifestyle. Every woman deserves to have the confidence to know they’re beautiful inside […]

10 Ways To Finally Stick To Your Fitness Resolution

We’ve all done it. We’ve made New Year’s resolutions with full intentions of sticking to them. January hits us hard, and we’re struggling to keep up. We start missing days, weeks, and before long we’ve quit altogether. Sound familiar? You’re not alone; 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February, but yours doesn’t have to. […]

No Bake Apricot Coconut Energy Bites

Cassie is the Chief Recipe Developer at Be Forever Healthier – a blog that provides simple ideas for a healthier life.  Cassie is passionate about making healthy cooking quick, easy and most importantly tasty!  For more healthy recipes like this, visit www.beforeverhealthier.com! NO BAKE APRICOT COCONUT ENERGY BITES Looking to liven up your lunch box with […]

Beauty And The BCAAs

By Faith Barbare, Owner and Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist at SimplyFit Over the past few years, Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs), have grown amongst the fitness industry, and for good reason. Before we dive into why they’re so great, lets first learn what they are. What Are BCAA’s? Amino acids are the basic building […]

9 Ways to Stay On Track This Thanksgiving

It’s no secret that Thanksgiving is one of the hardest holidays for someone who is trying to stay on track with their health and fitness. Not only is it a busy time of the year, but you’re surrounded by food! But don’t fret. Here are some ways to stay on track and sane this Thanksgiving. […]

Road to Recovery – 5 Tips to Overcome Injury

By Faith Barbare, Owner and Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist at SimplyFit My fitness journey began almost two years ago, and after a few short months, I was hooked. Working out became my passion, my stress relief, and my “me time”. I worked out 4 – 6 days a week and always went hard. Then […]