Posts by Japheth Brubaker
Coconut Date Poppers (Paleo, Gluten-free, Sugar-free, Dairy-free, Nut- and Egg-free)
Coconut Date Poppers (paleo, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, dairy-free, egg and nut-free) My kids and I have become huge date fans. They have become a staple in our household, and we purchase them in bulk, saving a bundle! I’m always thrilled when I come across a healthy snack food that the kids enjoy for more…
Read MoreSleep and Your Metabolism (Plus 9 Tips for Better Sleep)
Sleep and Your Metabolism (Plus 9 Tips for Better Sleep) The idea for this post, like so many others, was born from one of the most common challenges that our clients face: sleep. The ever-elusive sleep. Personally, I suffered from sleep challenges for years, and dismissed them as “normal” or “I’m just a light sleeper”.…
Read MoreYoga Sequence for Better Sleep
Yoga Sequence for Better Sleep Do you sometimes have trouble falling asleep? Find it difficult to quiet the mind and calm the body following a busy, stress-filled day? You are not alone. Sleep challenges are extremely common among adults, and the majority of Americans get less sleep than they actually need for optimal health. Next…
Read MoreTips for Getting Rid of Belly Fat (and bonus workout!)
Tips for Getting Rid of Belly Fat (and bonus workout!)Ugh, belly fat. Most of us have had issues with this at some point in our lives, right? That annoying and often unsightly blob that clings to your abdomin and basically says “I’m here to stay”. Some people have probably even made their belly talk. It’s…
Read MoreOpen Palm Striking for Self-Defense
Open Palm Striking for Self-Defense – It Packs a Punch One very common misconception when it comes to self-defense striking – even at the highest levels of martial arts and real world scenarios – is that closed fist striking is the best and only way to be effective. When students first enter our mixed…
Read MoreYour Inner Superhero
Your Inner Superhero I was watching my kids play the other day, as I always do, with wonder and awe. They love playing superhero, and each day the superpowers seem to change. One day they can fly, another they run “faster than a cheetah”, or jump “super high”. My daughter was upset because she couldn’t…
Read MoreCreamy Honey Mustard Vinaigrette w Chicken Avocado Salad
Today was a balmy 60 degree day in Philly. A little weird seeing as it’s January and expected to snow two days from now, but rather than worrying about global warming and the climate change crisis, I chose to embrace it today. The kids and I spent all morning outside, even in the rain, enjoying…
Read MoreSurviving the Holidays with Fluidity and Strength
Surviving the Holidays with Fluidity and Strength What’s the first word that comes to mind when you hear the word “holidays”? For many, it’s “stress”. Your mind conjures images of the many gifts that you need to buy; the cost of a trip to visit family, or the energy and planning involved in hosting…
Read MoreDates – A Super Snack
Dates – A Super Snack Dates have quickly become a part of our daily diet not only because of how delicious they are, but their versatility also makes them an easy favorite in our house! It’s funny, I don’t remember eating dates much as a child or even as a grown up until I had…
Read MorePaleo Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream (Gluten free, grain free, dairy free, nut free, paleo)
Paleo Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream (Gluten free, grain free, dairy free, nut free, paleo) Ice cream. Yum. Every time I see an ice cream cone I flashback to memories of looking through that glass at an array of flavors, colors, funny names that often left me wondering where the monkey or moose was. Then…
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