Resistance Training 101

With the help of my meathead best friend Julie, I’ve demonstrated and explained the most basic resistance training exercises that require dumbbells and just bodyweight. Most exercise prescriptions I provide for my clients include these fundamental moves, so it’s essential … Read more

Paiese sulla Parma

These are some throw back photos from the spring of 2013, living in Italy. For three months, I lived in the small village of Colorno, north of Parma. This is the region of the real Parmigiano Reggiano cheese! While I … Read more

shape your shoulders and tone your obliques

This is the shoulder shaping and oblique toning superset! All you need is a medicine ball for these two moves.

1. Pivot press (12 reps on each side) 2. Med ball mountain climber (30sec).

*Alternate for 3-5 sets.

**Use this … Read more

Nike Pro Bra Experience, NYC

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Down in the heart of Soho, Nike was determined to show women how your boobs should really feel during a workout. Secured and like they’re not even there–that describes my breasts when they’re at their best during a sweat sesh.… Read more

Reach the Beach: Muscle Definition Workout

Peanut’s easy-to-do circuit is sure to blast fat, burn calories, and tone & tighten your trouble spots! Quick, safe and effective. Complete the circuit 2x minimally, and up to 5x for max benefits! Make sure you stretch the day after. … Read more

A Chef’s Finals Week

It was my final week living in Italy. I had finished up my stage at Peck in Milano, made an impromptu trip to Sicily for the weekend, then arrived to the familiar village of Colorno. This small town hosts my … Read more

Rainbow Veggie Kabobs

You don’t have to be gay to love rainbows! Try my colorful veggie kabobs to be sure you get all your vitamins in! Mix in chicken breast or skirt steak for a quick and easy meal. Prep ahead of time … Read more

Reach the Beach: 6-Pack Circuit Workout

It’s summer, and that means it’s time to reach the beach! Do these 5 moves 2-3x per week for 4 weeks to strengthen and tone those abs!

In this circuit, we’re working the entire core: the rectus abdominus, transverse abdominus, … Read more

Easy & Healthy Entertaining

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Homemade kale chips, grapes, local cheese from the farmer’s market and gourmet BBQ peanuts! Don’t forget the craft beer!

Chef Peanut’s Baked Kale Chips

Ingredients:
1 bunch of kale (washed & dried very well)
1-2 T. of good quality extra … Read more

In Season Produce this Spring

Choose recipes that contain produce of the season! As the air becomes fragrant with warmth and vegetation in April, May, and early June, I like to think green. Some of my favorite choices include:

asparagus
spring peas
artichokes
zucchini
lettuce… Read more