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Gym Bag Essentials for “Anywhere” Summer Workouts

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This post is sponsored by adidas, however all comments, opinions and enthusiasm remain my own.

I live for summer workouts, the weather is beautiful, my schedule is looser and the opportunity for adventure is virtually unlimited. That’s why I always keep my gym bag packed and stowed in the car, ready to accommodate my every workout whim – whether that be hitting the trail for a run, taking on the turf for an impromptu boot camp, jumping in the lake for a paddle board session or any other fitness fun I can dream up.

What's in my gym bag (adidas) - thefitfork.com

Take a peek to find out what’s actually inside my workout bag including all of my gym bag essentials for anywhere summer workouts:

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Four Ways to Season Watermelon That Will Blow Your Mind

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This post is sponsored by Watermelon.org, however all opinions, content and enthusiasm remain my own.

Watermelon is a wonderful thing, anyway you slice it! For years I enjoyed my watermelon plain, un-adorned, naked, au naturale or however else you care to describe it – just watermelon. And, while that is still probably my favorite way to enjoy a ripe watermelon bursting with sweetness, I realized that these people who were putting salt on watermelon and other seasonings might be on to something. Watermelon seasoned four ways

 

Variety IS the spice of life after all, so rummaged through my pantry and fridge shelves pulling out all my favorite recipe flavor boosters. Hmmm, what would be good on watermelon? What are the best spices for watermelon? Read on to discover Four Ways to Season Watermelon that Will Blow Your Mind. Continue reading →

9 Ways to Stretch Summer into Any Season

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i This post is sponsored by prAna and I was provided product and/or compensation for my time. However, all opinions, editorial and enthusiasm remain entirely my own.

Summer is a state of mind, not only a season. I remind myself this time and time again when I start seeing shorter days and dropping temperatures. Thankfully, where I live, we take our heat straight into fall, but in a few short months I will be morning the hibernation of flip flops, tank tops and lazy, late nights on the porch.  

9 Ways to Stretch Summer into Any Season

So, this summer-loving girl has found easy ways to make the feel-good vibes of summer last as long as possible.  By the way, you’ll notice I have lots of fun, functional clothing to set me free to do the things I love in any season – it’s all from prAna.com (and you can save 15% with my discount code ESJFF15) Continue reading →

Low-Carb Turkey Club Lettuce Wrap with Ranch

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Welcome to the club! Membership entitles you to lunch without bread, but before you accuse me of cruel hazing, you need to give my Low-Carb Turkey Club Lettuce Wrap with Ranch a chance. What this meal lacks in toasty bread and omg-creativity  (basically it’s a salad that meets sandwich fillings), it makes up for in low-carb yumminess and take on-the-go convenience. Low Carb Turkey Club Lettuce Wrap

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Throw Dad a Backyard Grill Out (with Steak) in 30 Minutes or Less!

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Your King of the Grill deserves a break this Father’s Day, so why not throw dad a backyard bash (with steak) in 30 minutes or less?! It’s time for him to retire his tongs, and let you take over – even if only once a year. Don’t worry, I’ve got a fast, fail-proof plan to pull off a meaty, mouth-watering, memory-making celebration that will leave you plenty of time to kick back and relax on the patio with pops!How to Throw Dad a Backyard Bash (with Steak) in 30 Minutes or Less

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