SoulCycle is good for the soul.

You name the gym/studio and I have probably taken their spin class. Equinox? Yes. Flywheel? Yes. LA Fitness? Yes. Busy Body Fitness Center? Yes. SoulCycle? Yes Yes Yes! Last week I was given a free class at SoulCycle and it far exceeded my expectations. I’ve mentioned before on SvelteHealthy that my all-time favorite is Busy … Continue reading →

Lentils: 1 ingredient, 2 meals

Dear Lentils, I’m sorry that I ignored you for so long. I haven’t had lentils since maybe Justin and Britney were still dating but this week big things happened in my life.  I ventured off to the “legume section” and loaded up on a bag full of green lentils. It all started when a co-worker … Continue reading →

Legs Legs Legs Everywhere.

Happy Monday! My weekend was jam-packed with fun: finding out I got tickets to the “Bethenny” show, birthday celebrations, laying on the grass in Central Park, getting pampered with a mani/pedi, NYC street fairs and my weekly trip to Trader Joe’s–yes, I am a dweeb who considers that fun 🙂 . Before the weekend started, … Continue reading →

Lurking Ingredients

Since beginning my new job with a health company that creates and sells vegan juices, foods, snacks and even skincare I have noticed changes in my own life. For the past month my eating habits have shifted from an animal-based diet to one that is mainly composed of plant-based foods. I have been learning more … Continue reading →

Tower of Yum

What do you do when your gym is experiencing technical difficulties and none of the TVs on the machines work? That was my situation this morning. Personally, climbing up those stationary stairs means that I need a fantastic playlist, a magazine to serve as a distraction (aka just a way to cover the time) and … Continue reading →

So Long Sweet Summer?

Happy August! New York City’s 67 degree weather today is making me feel as though it’s time to say so long sweet summer… …now that it’s August and I no longer live in a constant warm climate I have to enjoy the last bits of summer. This includes laying under the sun with a good … Continue reading →

A Turmeric Tangent

I’m back at home in NYC and the weather has been incredibly welcoming. Today’s forecast was high 70’s, breezy and sunny. What was even better was the wonderful surprise in the mail when I returned back from my trip. The amazing people at Quest Nutrition sent me a sample box of their newest flavor White Chocolate … Continue reading →

Never Coast

I’m back in South Florida relaxing and spending time with my family for a bit! It’s so nice to be back home but I must say being on “vacation mode” has caused me to slip up with workouts and healthy eating. Eeck! I’ve been trying to incorporate workouts into my daily routine at home but … Continue reading →

This Week’s Top 5 Food Items

Wanted to let you in on the food items I am currently obsessing over and binging on sensibly eating. My top 5 provide wonderful health benefts and are easy to find! 1. Kashi Heart to Heart Honey Toasted Oat Cereal As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, I rarely buy cereal because it magically disappears in … Continue reading →

Crunchy Cravings

The other week I was having an uncontrollable craving for Chinese food, something about this type of cuisine is so comforting. The first thing that came to mind was P.F. Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps however 1) it isn’t close to me 2) my meals always end with guilt and regret at P.F. Chang’s and 3) … Continue reading →