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The Empire Update: Week of 8/3

7/29/2020

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2 minute Skinny Caesar Salad Dressing

An otherwise nutritious salad can easily get unhealthy depending on what you top it with. Most processed salad dressings out of the bottle are filled with sugar & artificial chemicals (even the low-fat or "light" versions). Here is a replacement made with Greek yogurt that tastes just as good as your favorite caesar dressing & is made from 100% REAL ingredients!
recipe thanks to @broccyourbody

2 Minute Skinny Caesar Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or hummus
  • 1/2 lemon juice & zest
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Pecorino or grated Parmesan cheese

Fast Five with Tony!

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When he's not running the clinic, Tony is making time to enjoy his summer! Here is what he is up to:

1. If I could travel anywhere right now:
Disney World with my family
2. Best outdoor cocktail:
Cold IPA
3. Favorite place to go for a run:
Millbrook dirt roads
4. Best summer activity for kids:
Swimming
5. Best local outdoor restaurant: Marketplace in Danbury, CT

Exercise of the Week: Calf Stretch

Calf tightness can lead to pain & imbalance in other parts of your body, so it's important to give them a good stretch!
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The Empire Update: Week of 7/26

7/23/2020

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Chickpea Slaw

If you love coleslaw, then this salad recipe will quickly become your new favorite. While most coleslaw recipes contain a heavy, creamy dressing this one is made with guilt-free Greek yogurt. We’ve also added in some chickpeas for the boost of protein and fiber. 

Make an effort to lighten up more of your favorite recipes by employing techniques like swapping out heavy cream for Greek yogurt or swapping refined sugar for coconut palm sugar or stevia. It’s small dietary changes like that over the long haul that will ultimately make the biggest impact on your health and fitness. Enjoy! ​

Servings: 8 

Here’s what you need...
  • ⅓ cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 (15 oz.) can low-sodium chickpeas, rinse and drained
  • 2 ½ cups sliced packed green cabbage
  • 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
  • 2 carrots, peeled with a vegetable peeler into strips or thinly sliced, or 2 cups shredded carrots
  1. In a medium bowl, stir together the yogurt, vinegar, water, salt, and pepper to taste. Add the chickpeas, cabbage, celery, and carrots; toss to combine.
  2. Transfer slaw to a plastic food storage bag and chill at least 4 hours before serving; slaw keeps up to 3 days. 
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 214 calories, 3g fat, 107mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate, 10g fiber, and 12g protein I hope that you get a chance to give this recipe a try this week.

Fast 5 with Josh!

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Here's how Josh is spending his summer!

1. If I could go anywhere right now:
The Algarve, Portugal

2. Best outdoor cocktail: A New England style IPA in a chilled glass

3. Best song of summer: "Set Sail" by The Movement

4. Favorite outdoor activity: Hiking

5. Best local outdoor restaurant: Las Mananites

Stretch of the Week: Hamstring

Stretching your hamstring is important after a long workout or to improve flexibility. Follow along below!
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The Empire Update: Week of 7/19

7/15/2020

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Mango & Black Bean Chicken Salad

Here’s a salad recipe that’s hearty, quick and satisfies even the pickiest of eaters! With tender, roasted chicken, flavorful black beans and sweet, tangy mango, this salad hits every flavor note without guilt. Whether you’re making a quick dinner, a lunch-to-go, or serving up a meal for company – this salad is truly a winner.  

As another serving option, you could present the salad on large lettuce leaves or place over shredded green cabbage. Also feel free to experiment with the ingredients – swap out the black beans for your favorite type bean and switch up the protein from chicken to turkey or sausage. Enjoy!

Servings: 6 

Here’s what you need...
  • 1 (15oz) can of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small mango, pitted, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup chopped roasted chicken, chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh orange juice
  • 3 Tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  1. Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve. Enjoy!
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals:  287 calories, 2g fat, 24mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate, 11g fiber, and 22g protein 

Fast 5 with Liz!

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Summer may look a little different this year but Liz is making the most of it!
Here are her favorite ways to celebrate the season:

1. Favorite vacation spot: Aruba

2. Best outdoor cocktail: Montauk Summer Ale

3. Best song of summer: "Right Back" by Khalid

4. Preferred summer reading: The Last Flight by Julie Clark

5. Best local outdoor restaurant: Wood & Fire in Pleasantville

Stretch of the week: Quads

Don't let sore muscles keep you from all your favorite activities! Try this quad stretch to prevent injury during and after your workouts.
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Empire Update: Week of 7/12

7/13/2020

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Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt sauce

Here is a quick, easy & delicious recipe that can be thrown together and cooks in the oven in under 15 minutes! Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are great for your heart! You can easily swap them out for your favorite protein. It tastes great paired with a greek side salad and white rice.
courtesy of @broccyourbody

Ingredients:
1 8oz salmon filet
1/2 red onion, sliced
1 zucchini, slicd
2 tsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp kosher salt & pepper

Spicy Yogurt Sauce:
1/3 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tsp hot sauce
Salt & Pepper
Water

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Carefully slice the skin off your salmon and cut into 1 inch cubes. Add to a medium sized bowl with the onions and succhini and toss with the olive oil, lemon juice and seasonings. Add to the skewers and place on an oiled baking pan. Bake for about 10-12 minutes.

For the sauce, whisk together all the ingredients except the water. Slowly add in the water about 1 tsp at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

Exercise of the Week: Hip Flexor Stretch

You can experience tightness in your hips from sitting for prolonged periods of time, but taking the time to stretch regularly can help! Follow along with this hip flexor stretch for  a quick break & fast relief.



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