Laura.

🌞🌻🍦 https://www.instagram.com/p/CRcZENvF_FS/?utm_medium=tumblr

Handsome boy 🐶 @pwright_96 https://www.instagram.com/p/CRcYtTZFnXA/?utm_medium=tumblr

So we can go out and do stuff now right 🌝 (at Northern Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/COLrzF4lU-9/?igshid=1cl07vmnea8j6

A week off work and I’m playing about with some recipes...🧁 Chocolate fudge protein brownies 🍫🤤 And for those looking for a low calorie snack, they come in at under 100 calories 👀 Gooey and fudgy, and not one bit dry like those usual healthy things trying to be brownies... 👩🏻‍🍳 Ingredients: * 100g oats * 20g vanilla protein powder * Vanilla extract * 100g fat free Greek yoghurt * 100g canned pumpkin (1/2 mashed banana almost as good) * 100ml almond milk * 2 eggs * 1 tbsp baking powder * 40g cocoa powder * 1/2 cup zero calorie syrup/granulated sweetener to taste * 20g dark choc chips Method: 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C 2. Connie all ingredients apart from chocolate chips until smooth 3. Add to a grease proof paper lined dish (for a more gooey brownie opt for a dish that’s slightly smaller for more depth) 4. Sprinkle choc chips 5. Bake for 15-20 mins (it may seem under baked, but it will keep cooking after it is taken out of the oven) Nutrition: 1 brownie Fat: 3.2g Carb: 8g Protein: 8g 95 cal #healthy #snack #lowcalorie #dessert #brownie #eatthisnotthat #healthyswap #nutrition #highprotein #chocolate #treat #recipe (at Belfast) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMPvTP1FwyX/?igshid=1lyrf0l6fs432

A week off work and I’m playing about with some recipes...🧁 Chocolate fudge protein brownies 🍫🤤 And for those looking for a low calorie snack, they come in at under 100 calories 👀 Gooey and fudgy, and not one bit dry like those usual healthy things trying to be brownies... 👩🏻‍🍳 Ingredients: * 100g oats * 20g vanilla protein powder * Vanilla extract * 100g fat free Greek yoghurt * 100g canned pumpkin (1/2 mashed banana almost as good) * 100ml almond milk * 2 eggs * 1 tbsp baking powder * 40g cocoa powder * 1/2 cup zero calorie syrup/granulated sweetener to taste * 20g dark choc chips Method: 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C 2. Connie all ingredients apart from chocolate chips until smooth 3. Add to a grease proof paper lined dish (for a more gooey brownie opt for a dish that’s slightly smaller for more depth) 4. Sprinkle choc chips 5. Bake for 15-20 mins (it may seem under baked, but it will keep cooking after it is taken out of the oven) Nutrition: 1 brownie Fat: 3.2g Carb: 8g Protein: 8g 95 cal #healthy #snack #lowcalorie #dessert #brownie #eatthisnotthat #healthyswap #nutrition #highprotein #chocolate #treat #recipe (at Northern Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMPu0WfFtP9/?igshid=8p6v7zdrbqwk

Reminiscing over our last meals out... 😢 If you’ve been to Tuk Tuk Bistro, then you know. 🥢🔥 #tuktukbistro #somtamsalad #thai #dinner #treats #local #happyplace (at Tuk Tuk Asian Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGmUU5GlYzN/?igshid=1pdz4kfmgxpyg

🌚 (at Northern Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGDGGMIFA7FKlcNNhFIi-7miJWZNIKV2Ho6cNY0/?igshid=1of69azrxw82o

🥩🍷 (at Belfast) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFWif0XlltX/?igshid=1484b7alwkfri

🌊🌤🚗🏡 #donegal #ireland #staycation #takemeback (at Five Fingers Strand, Co.Donegal) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFCnk_fFav9/?igshid=dv6cjau5ois0

It’s good to be back ❤️ After tidying up my nutrition, alongside regular training and putting some conditioning back into play I’m finally starting to feel a little human again 🏋🏻‍♀️😅 On saying that, the past few months has taught me a lot, particularly about how resourceful we can be...there are so many things we can be thankful for 🌎 #training #grind #nutrition #2020isntcancelled #makinglemonade #thenewnormal #judo #strengthandconditioning (at Belfast) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDwx2t9F1oR/?igshid=15wck0qji5zt4

🐉🐲 https://www.instagram.com/p/CDj0eEBly4Q/?igshid=vj2f2sgtgq7a

Gyms are good, but so are muddy trail runs. 🏃🏻‍♀️🐝🌲🍃 #trailrunning #stressbusting #training #shakingitup #newlove (at Northern Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDj0CoSlvGP/?igshid=10goxwsdr1qso

🌻🌻 (at Northern Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDKO4Gmlye1/?igshid=1aixewqgp332b

Watching the sunset from a mountaintop 🏔🌅🌲#slievedoan #peak #hike #mournemountains #dusk #northernireland #views #silentvalley #mybetterhalf (at Slieve Doan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBlh7rJlSk2/?igshid=12jolc4q6g7g

Reminiscing on times very different to these...we took it all for granted, didn’t we? (at ALIBI) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_5eW86laJz/?igshid=9daqgks4rmsh

Vitamin intake and nourishing your body is 🔑 particularly at a time like this. 🦠 🩺 ⁣ I’m branching off from my daily predictable egg variations... 🍳⁣ Mixed fruits with greek yoghurt and some crumbled rice cakes. 🍓☕️ Sorry folks, I can’t channel my inner Gordon Ramsay every day of lockdown 🤷🏻‍♀️💡 ⁣ The sudden influx of summer weather, morning runs and home workouts has my body craving these fresh, nutritious and energy dense bowls. ☀️💦 ⁣ Definitely what the doctor ordered for this mornings post-workout snack. 🏋🏻‍♀️ ✅ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ 🔹 GREEK YOGHURT:⁣ ⁣ - An average serving can have 12 to 17.3g of protein.⁣ - Much higher protein content than milk. (Not a bad idea to swap it out for your bowl of coco pops now and again...) ⁣ - Probiotics that help boost your immune system and decrease stomach issues. ⁣ - High in calcium (building strong muscles and vital organ functioning)⁣ - Vegetarians often lack vitamin B-12. This is a great way to add more to your diet.⁣ - Perfect post-workout the high protein content can repair damage. - Easier to digest for those with lactose intolerance (bacterial breakdown of the milk’s sugars). ⁣ ⁣ 🔹 BERRIES: ⁣ ⁣ - The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds can promote bone health and prevent tissue damage. - Can improve blood sugar and insulin response when consumed with high-carb foods. (I chose to add that extra carbohydrate element of rice cakes.)⁣ - Contain fibre, increasing feelings of fullness so it’s a great option for weight management (especially not with restrictions on exercise, which many of us may not even have the luxury of) ⁣ - Rich in vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C (immune defence)⁣ ⁣ 🔹 RICE CAKES ⁣ ⁣ - Can raise blood sugar quickly when eaten by themselves. (Add to a breakfast bowl or load with toppings, including protein and fibre) ⁣ ⁣ If you’re doing your bit, your diet should be on that list too. Protect yourself by bettering your health from the inside out. Stay safe everyone 🙏🏻 #breakfast #morning #nutrients #energy #fuel #lifestyle #postworkout #homeworkout #nutrition #health #healthyswaps #training #workout #fitness #stayhome #staysafe #covidadvice #senr #balanceddiet #immunedefence (at Northern Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-2KNK7FWaW/?igshid=p6tf4t705psz

It’s vital we keep both our bodies and minds healthy inside and out 💪🏼🧠 Particularly with the present situation at hand. 🦠📈⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ This is a tasty and well balanced meal. 🥗🍴 Soy and ginger salmon with teriyaki vegetable stir fry and wholegrain noodles. ✅ High in protein, with balanced carbohydrates and fats, packed to the brim with vital vitamins and minerals. 👍🏼⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 🐟 Salmon: Rich in high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids and B vitamins. ⁣⁣ 🍜 Wholegrain noodles: Fibre rich carbohydrates, higher vitamin and mineral content than regular noodles. ⁣⁣ 🌶🥦 Vegetable stir fry: A multitude of vitamins and minerals. (Swipe to learn more...) ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 🔻In times like these, experiencing a pandemic and the barriers it presents, it is crucial to maintain a strong immune system alongside general health whilst combatting the compromises of self isolation. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Why is this important at a time like this? And what should we be including? 💡⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Swipe to find out more...👉🏻 ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ If anyone needs any help or advice on nutrition and diet during this period just drop me a message and I’ll be more than happy to help ☺️✅ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #stayhome #staysafe #nutrition #health #covidadvice #senr #balanceddiet #lifestyle #immunity (at Northern Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-kOy0pFBmZ/?igshid=1r5fueicjsnqi