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Alex & SonjaHi! We’re Alex & Sonja Overhiser, authors of the acclaimed cookbooks A Couple Cooks and Pretty Simple Cooking—and a real life couple who cooks together. We founded the A Couple Cooks website in 2010 to share seasonal recipes and the joy of home cooking. Now, we’ve got over 3,000 well-tested recipes, including Mediterranean diet, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, smoothies, cocktails, and more!

Forget bulky! Strong shoulders are the secret weapon for a toned upper body, better posture, and a confidence boost. Contrary to popular belief, weightlifting won’t turn you into a bodybuilder – it will sculpt and define your shoulders for a strong and healthy physique. This guide is written for women who want beautiful, sculpted shoulders. We will address common worries, list the advantages of having strong shoulder muscles, and provide exercise plans suitable for everyone from beginners to seasoned weightlifters whether in gyms or at home. Anatomy of the Shoulder Muscles Before diving into the exercises, it’s helpful to understand…

These delicious soul food recipes from authors Marrekus and Krysten Wilkes of Cooks with Soul honor the roots of Black American cuisine! Hi, it’s Marrekus and Krysten, the husband and wife team from Cooks with Soul. We’re excited to team up with A Couple Cooks to share with you our favorite soul food recipes and honor the roots of Black American cuisine! As food bloggers, we must acknowledge the impact of Black Americans on our food heritage, from the African diaspora to the modern kitchen. Our goal is to preserve family recipes that have been passed down through multiple generations,…

Transformation of the Day: Tangie lost over 70 pounds. Results are what have kept her dedicated to a healthy lifestyle that keeps her feeling empowered and confident as she approaches 50. She shared with us how she transformed her body and mindset. Social Media:I’m on all social media outlets as @tangiethebody and Tangie The Body on Facebook. What was your motivation? What inspired you to keep going, even when you wanted to give up?My motivation has always been the results. I thrive on seeing muscles in the mirror and watching my hard work pay off. These days, though, I’m driven by the vision…

114 Are you an asana teacher or yoga teacher? A big problem in modern yoga is that teachers are labeled incorrectly. Most yoga teachers actually teach only a small part of yoga i.e., asana or the physical practice of yoga. But end up calling themselves yoga teachers. This has created a lot of problems for yoga. Traditionally, yoga was passed on through the guru shishya parampara (teacher-disciple tradition) for centuries. Becoming a yoga teacher was not an option available to all. Yogis were always mindful that if this information fell into the wrong hands it would be misused & misinterpreted. You…

Investing in a treadmill provides the convenience of working out at home, saves time, and can even strengthen your commitment to regular exercise. However, with many options available, it’s essential to understand what treadmill features align with your specific needs. Use our guide to choosing the right treadmill so that you can select the perfect treadmill for your home gym. Benefits of Using a Treadmill Using a treadmill offers numerous benefits for your physical and mental health. Regular treadmill workouts improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscles, and promote weight loss. The convenience of having a treadmill at home helps you keep…

Got your pre-workout shake mixed and ready to go? Great — time to down it and get after that workout, right? Not so fast. If you’re like most exercisers, you’re probably taking your pre-workout supplement too soon before your workout for it to do you much good. Reason: The active ingredients in pre-workout drinks (more on those below) take a while — about 30 minutes — to kick in. So if you down your shaker bottle of Beachbody Performance Energize, which is specially engineered to help increase your energy and focus so you get more from exercise, and immediately start…

When I was a kid growing up in the 70’s, all we did was play outside, ran around non stop with our friends, neighbors, siblings, cousins and whoever else getting good physical exercise from sunrise to sunset without even knowing that we were staying healthy by just moving and all we knew was that we were having fun, fun, and more fun! Today has certainly changed and although technology is important, It is unfortunate that the kids of today as well as adults are living in the gadget friendly world who will choose to be on their phones non stop…

Atkins 100TM is a flexible, easy-to-follow low-carb plan that allows up to 100 grams of Net Carbs daily. It’s perfect if you want to maintain weight, lose weight at a slower pace while having more flexibility with food choices or embrace a healthy low carb lifestyle. Here’s a typical day on Atkins 100, including a meal plan and tips to help you succeed. Here’s How Atkins 100 Works Eat 100 grams of Net Carbs a day Eat at least 12 to 15 grams of Net Carbs of Foundation Vegetables. Spread out the remaining 85 grams of Net Carbs like this:Eat…

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