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Two years ago I was very uncomfortable with my physical appearance because I had let myself become overweight. I made a commitment to begin exercising on a regular basis and to eat better. I lost about 35 pounds in five months and was feeling much better. However, my mind and body had reached a plateau and I was quickly becoming bored and frustrated. I was seeking new ideas, new challenges and new advice to motivate myself. I was also looking to improve muscle tone and definition. That is what brought me to Fit 4 Life. After just a few weeks of slow strength training and following their diet advice, I began to see amazing results. Not only did I lose body fat and increase muscle tone, I felt energized and excited. The entire staff is extremely knowledgeable and supportive. I am grateful for Fit 4 Life because now I am certain that I will continue to be motivated and see results.
- Jill Wood
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Fresh Tomato and Feta Frittata
 This week's recipe comes from "Health" magazine and is a great breakfast or brunch dish. It is 300 calories and provides a much needed serving of protein in the morning. For more on the importance of getting enough protein for breakfast, see below.
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Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chopped tomato
- 2 tbs feta cheese, crumbled (any low-fat cheese can be substituted, but may change the calorie content)
- cooking spray
- 1 slice whole wheat bread
- 2 tsp butter substitute (such as "I Can't Believe It's Not Butter" spread)
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Method
- Whisk together 1 whole large egg, 2 large egg whites, tomato and feta cheese.
- Cook the egg mixture over medium heat (without stirring) in a small skillet coated with cooking spray for 4 minutes, or until eggs are firm. Flip and cook other side for 2 minutes.
- Serve with 1 slice of whole wheat toast with butter spread.
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