This has been a hot summer to say the least, and working out becomes even more of a chore in the heat. But, this past weekend I tried paddle boarding and it completely changed the workout game for me.

Paddle boarding is a combination of surfing and kayaking (another awesome way to beat the heat and get a great workout in). You stand up on a board that looks like a surfboard but is a little bigger and you have one paddle that you use to get around. It is such a great workout for your core, legs, butt, arms – you name it. Even better, an average paddle boarding session (about one hour) burns about 615-708 calories. It also is low impact so if you have any back issues then it’s perfect for you!

Even celebrities are getting in on the action – Alessandra Ambrosia , Jennifer Aniston, Cameron Diaz, and Julia Robert!

I loved my experience paddle boarding. I think it’s a great way to switch up a work out, and is an awesome way to see a new place! If you go on vacation to an island or somewhere near water, I definitely recommend it.

To learn more about paddle boarding click here.

This s by far one of my favorite spur of the moment recipes. I invited one of my best friends to come over for brunch and this was the perfect brunch food for us.

It’s cereal crusted french toast with dark chocolate and strawberry compote. It was a little tricky but after a few times it became easier to make. All you need is:

• 4 Slices of whole wheat bread
• 2 Cups of Special K Red Berries cereal
• 1/3 Cup of dark chocolate
• 1 Egg
• 1 Cup of fresh strawberries
• 1/4 Cup of water
• 1 Tbsp of sugar

All you have to do is simply take the cereal and crush it until it is fine little pieces. Then take your egg and whisk it in a bowl big enough to fit your bread in. Take the bread and dunk it in the egg wash then move it to the crushed cereal and make sure every inch is covered. Put toast in the oven at 350 degrees until golden brown on both sides. In a small pot place the strawberries, water and sugar and stir on low heat until come to a boil. After they come to a boil, place on simmer and let cool. Take out the toast, pour the compote on and shave some dark chocolate onto these bad boys!

Happy brunching!

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