Cinnamon, Banana-Cocoa Soy Smoothie, Kettle Bell Squat

Tip of the Day: Cinnamon

It's not only a great way to make your food tastier, cinnamon is very rich in antioxidants. It'll slow down the breakdown process in your stomach which will help control your blood pressure. It's also really great if you have type 2 diabetes by lowering your blood sugar and cholesterol. So add a little to a couple meals a day, and keep your body healthy!

Healthy Recipe: Banana-Cocoa Soy Smoothie

Then name alone sounds delicious. Just 340 calories. Yes, please!

• 1 banana
• 1/2 cup silken tofu
• 1/2 cup soymilk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon honey

Slice banana and freeze until firm. Blend tofu, soymilk, cocoa and honey in a blender until smooth. With the motor running, add the banana slices through the hole in the lid and continue to puree until smooth.


Exercise: Kettle Bell Squat

I had the opportunity to shadow a great trainer at a gym the other day and do some kettle bell exercises. I don't think they get enough attention, so this week I'm going to focus on exercises you can do with a kettle bell. You can buy these for pretty cheap and do these at home!

Kettle bell on the floor (5-10 pounds) next to your left foot. Squat down and grab the kettle bell with your right hand, grab the kettle bell, stand back up, then squat down again and place the kettle bell down by your right foot. That's one rep. Do 20. Make sure your squats are real squats, not just bending over. Keep your feet in position, back straight, belly in.