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Smoked Salmon + Dill Breakfast Toasts nutrition Feb 07, 2022

Disclaimer: This article was originally published on the Larissa Nicole Fitness blog. For more drool-worthy, macro-friendly recipes that taste just like your favourite comfort foods, click here!

Hey HIH fam - Larissa Nicole here!

If you asked me what my go-to brunch order is - it always involves...

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Full Time Psychologist, Part Time Marathon Runner? fitness Feb 04, 2022

People always ask me who I talk to when things get hard, or if I do therapy with myself. And to be honest, I talk to my running shoes. 

Running has always been such a big part of my life. It was the one thing I could do all by myself. It was never something that felt hard, it was only a...

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4 Proven Steps To Overcoming Food Cravings (For Good!) Feb 01, 2022

Hey HIH fam -

If you’ve been struggling with food cravings, late night snacking, binge eating or feeling a general lack of control around food… you’ve come to the right place.

Larissa Nicole here! I’m a certified personal trainer (CPT), registered holistic nutritionist...

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Wellness Guide to NYC travel Jan 17, 2022

New York, New York: a city so nice they named it twice. Before I moved out to LA in October, I lived in NYC for eight years. And even though LA is often thought of as the wellness capital of the U.S., NYC is no slouch! The city has so much to offer. So whether you’re looking for healthy...

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Healthy Vegan Banana Butterscotch Stuffed French Toast nutrition Jan 13, 2022

Lots of people turn to a plant based diet with the understanding that they have to give up some of their favourite not-so-plant based foods. After 3 years of being plant based I can honestly say that this just isn’t true! You just have to find some bomb swaps to replace them with. Now trust...

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3 Ways To Overcome Food Guilt - Without Giving Up The Foods You Love! nutrition Jan 13, 2022

This article was originally published on the Larissa Nicole Fitness blog. For more healthy recipes, nutrition, fitness and healthy lifestyle tips just like these, click HERE!

Hey there, girlfriend!

Have you ever had that feeling of guilt after eating one too many cookies after dinner, for...

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Fitness Clothing Brands That Are Killing It Just In Time For The Holidays! fitness Jan 13, 2022

Need some Christmas gift ideas? You came to the right place! 

Whether it is for a gym rat, running buddy, crossfire newbie, or even a busier-than-ever mom who lives for some comfy clothes, these clothing brands have everything you will need to look stylish, active, and most importantly...

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Turkey Bacon, Mushroom + Cheddar Egg Cups nutrition Jan 13, 2022

This recipe was originally published on the Larissa Nicole Fitness blog. For more drool-worthy, easy and healthy recipe ideas - click here!

Hey HIH fam!

This Turkey Bacon, Mushroom + Cheddar Egg Cups recipe is a quick 30-minute meal or snack idea that absolutely any busy woman can whip up in...

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My Favourite Books: Summer Edition wellness Jan 13, 2022

With summer just around the corner, it means more sunny days and more chances to delve into a new world through books. If you’re anything like me, books have this way of transporting you to new lives, experiences, and cities through the characters. In today’s post, I wanted to share...

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A Beautiful Body is a Happy Body wellness Jan 13, 2022

It’s summer again, which also means it’s that time of year where we compare our bodies and pick ourselves apart. We also get slammed with ads about how all bodies are beautiful and we have to embrace our differences. All of that is great and all bodies are beautiful and serve a...

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My Top Summer Skincare Tips wellness Jan 13, 2022

We all love summer - but, our skin might not feel the same way. So, let’s go over how you can modify your skincare routine to keep a healthy summer glow that your skin will love, too!

Protecting your skin is IN

SPF (AKA Sun-Protection Factor) is super important to help fight those wrinkles...

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5 Ways to Protect Your Inner Peace wellness Jan 13, 2022

Our individual worlds are inundated with so much information on the daily, and the reality is, not all of it is good for us. If this past year has taught us anything it’s the importance of harnessing the calm within the chaos. So how do we know what to let in and what to leave behind to...

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9 Reasons Chloe Wilde’s New Airbnb ‘The School House’ Should Be Your Next Staycation Destination travel Jan 13, 2022

If there was anything good to come out of the pandemic, rediscovering the magic of local travel has to be at the top of the list. And if you’re on the lookout for a new and totally idyllic homegrown spot to spend a relaxing weekend with friends or a quiet getaway with family, look no...

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The Dirty Secret to Success...Networking career Jan 13, 2022

When I graduated from high school, I decided to take some time off. I worked, I trained, and I studied. I also started a popcorn business called Podyum.

It’s been tough. With absolutely no experience beyond credit for Introduction to Business that I got in grade nine, diving into the...

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How To Balance Your Side-Hustle With A Full Time Job career Jan 13, 2022

As a self described multi-passionate professional, I work full-time in technology while running a fashion jewelry brand Klas squared on the side. While my full-time job has challenged me and provided opportunity for professional development over the past ten years, it was halfway in, that I...

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Beach Workout Anyone? Here's a Lower Body Workout That You Can Do From Anywhere! fitness Jan 13, 2022

The summer months are approaching, and the warm weather is finally here! I don’t know about you, but this means I’ll be taking a lot of my workouts outdoors from now on…and I just can’t wait! 

Whether you’re spending time at your cottage, working on your tan at...

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How to Structure Your Strength Workout fitness Jan 13, 2022

Think of your strength workout like a sandwich - there are important layers that complement one another, and without one, it just isn’t complete. This is how I structure my strength workouts to set my clients up for success - whether it’s a 20 min quickie or a 60 min session, I...

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The Fitness Class You Need to Love Your Body fitness Jan 13, 2022

For a long time, I believed if I wasn’t getting a sweat on or feeling sore after a workout, that it wasn’t fitness. Was it really worth the effort if I was gaining the benefit of crushing calories? This mindset likely came from my definition of health and wellness, which at the time...

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Running Not Your Thing? Here are Five Tips that Helped Me Make Running Easy, Smooth and Enjoyable! fitness Jan 13, 2022

Growing up I was never one to enjoy cardiovascular sports or activities. My friends were always participating in cross country or track and field, and I never understood how they saw running as something enjoyable because personally, it felt like a chore. When I turned twenty, I wanted to change...

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The Best Healthy Summer Smoothies on The Go! nutrition Jan 13, 2022

Whether it is work, the gym, school or a last-minute appointment, a good smoothie has always been my go-to when I am in a hurry! This tasty snack takes less than ten minutes to make and has no limitations to its ingredient list. Not only is it perfect for on-the-go, but a rich smoothie is...

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The Best Guacamole Recipe Ever nutrition Jan 13, 2022

This recipe was originally published on the Larissa Nicole Fitness blog. For more drool-worthy healthy recipes, nutrition tips, fitness inspo and more - check out the blog here!

Let’s be honest - everyone needs a good guacamole recipe. And that’s why, I’m sharing with you the...

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Peach Blueberry Crumble with Granola Topping nutrition Jan 13, 2022

While I’m never thrilled when the summer ends, I’m a huge fan of fall. It’s my favourite season, aside from the fact that winter comes next. The best part is early fall and the re-introduction of fall-inspired cooking. Everything becomes a little heartier and warmer with an...

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How To Find Time When it Feels Like You Have None wellness Jan 13, 2022

Lately, and pretty much for as long as I can remember, I’ve never felt as though I have enough hours in the day to get things done. Between working a full-time corporate job, owning and operating a side hustle, and attempting to have a life, I would get to the end of the day and wonder what...

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Workout Recovery Tips from a Naturopath fitness Jan 13, 2022

We all love a good sweat - and it’s super important for our body, mind, and soul - but if you’re finding you experience those day two (or three) aches, here are some tips to help you optimize your post-workout recovery!

1. Get those amino acids in! Amino acids are the building...

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