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Superwoman Smoothie Bowl (video) – #TuesdayTweak

SUPERWOMAN SMOOTHIE BOWL It’s the hottest day of the summer so far in NYC so I decided to mix up my post workout smoothie. I’m usually in a rush to get somewhere so I just chug a protein shake down as fast as I can! Never really thought of putting it all in a bowl…

#TuesdayTweak How to Make Protein And Energy Balls

Snack Attack!! This week’s #TuesdayTweak is Peanut Butter Protein + Energy Balls! These lil balls of protein and energy are your answer to a sweat treat that’s actually good for you! High in protein, fiber, omega 3’s, & FUN.  Keep these on hand for a quick snack in between meals or when you are on…

Top 5 Ways For Women To Lose 10 lbs

HAPPY April Fools DAY!! In case you missed it, all of these are FALSE, untrue, myths and just plain silly tips. DO NOT follow them! In fact, do exactly the opposite if you want to lose 10 lbs!   Stay determined, focused and addicted to improving yourself, Dr. Laura Miranda DPT, MSPT, CSCS NYC Fitness…

Dr. Laura Miranda’s NYC Grocery Shopping Tour For Weight Loss

This picture is of me and one of my private personal training clients in NYC on a Grocery Shopping Tour! I do this with each client becuase I personally believe that the place to start any weight loss program is in the GROCERY STORE. I teach a back to basics approach to healthy eating that…

Tuesday Tweak: Healthy Zucchini Ravioli

I can not get enough of this super healthy twist on the typical ravioli! I have subbed out the unhealthy, processed white carb laden ravioli for our healthy green friend, the ZUCCHINI! It’s super easy, super healthy, and super FAST! So get to it!  Here is the recipe: (Original Photo Credit: Naughty Carbs.blogspot.com)   Makes…

What Is The Best Workout For Fat Loss?

What is THE BEST WORKOUT for fat loss? Well, with all of the current in-fighting amongst fitness pros about the “minutia”, it’s no wonder consumers are so confused! Hiit vs running, Barre vs Pilates, Crossfit vs strength training, tap backs vs. interval based cycling. Oy! What ever happened to reminding people that it should be…

Does Muscle Weigh More Than Fat?

Does muscle weigh more than fat? Muscle DOES NOT weigh more than fat; it’s just more *dense.* 5 lbs = 5 lbs, whether you are weighing feathers and rocks, or muscle and fat. Since muscle tissue is more dense, 5lbs of it will take up a smaller amount of space on your body than fat…

Holiday Fit Tip: How To Maintain Your Fitness Goals During Holiday Travel

. HOLIDAY FIT-TIPS to keep you on track straight through the New Year! TODAY’S TIP: How to stay maintain your fitness goals during hectic holiday travel!  1) Carry your own bags when running around airports and going in and out of hotels! 2) Pack healthy meals and snacks for car and plane rides. Keep the…

TUESDAY TWEAK: The Oatmeal Smoothie (breakfast ideas for weight loss)

  TUESDAY TWEAK: this week I’m putting a tweak on breakfast. This will give you tons of energy and keep you full for a long time b/c it’s packed with good fats, good carbs, and protein! THE OATMEAL SMOOTHIE!  Blend: 1/4 cup uncooked old fashioned oats. 1/2 cup almond milk. 1Tablespoon natural peanut butter 1…

The Planned Cheat Meal (How to Cheat to Lose)

I wrote an article for Downtown Magazine on a very important topic that’s close to my heart…CHEATING! THIS is how you CHEAT ON YOUR DIET…BUT come out leaner, stronger, and guilt free!  You must go in with a plan, here is your plan:   Article originally posted in Downtown Magazine NYC.     Stay determined,…