Muffins + Mat Make a Perfect Afternoon

This afternoon I was able to successfully complete the rest of my to do list!

I had two perfect bananas just screaming to be used for banana bread. But, I had other plans for this group of ingredients. IMG_0634IMG_0636

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I found this recipe online when I searched for healthy banana bread muffins. Then, by reading the comments on Roni’s site, Green Lite Bites, I saw that it is important to use a food scale when baking in order to ensure the most exact measurements. Who knew?! I used it today and it made a huge difference. I also learned how to sift flour when you don’t have a sifter. According to Epicurious.com it is best to use a whisk if you have one, in order to thoroughly mix all dry ingredients and spread air throughout the mixture.

IMG_0637 IMG_0639IMG_0640These delicious muffins turned out perfectly! They are healthier due to the whole wheat flour, applesauce, and of course some cinnamon for a little dose of health. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who wants a healthy snack on the go. These are now packed in Ziplock bags for afternoon snacks this week to enjoy with a cup of green tea.

IMG_0644 IMG_0642 After enjoying one of these muffins, I knew it was time to stretch out my tight hamstrings with my weekly dose of yoga.

While I love Equinox’s yoga classes, their class times don’t always work with my schedule; especially on Sunday. The clubs near me only have morning or late evening classes which and the morning classes are normally packed. IMG_0645

I realized that I have a great resource in my home that I rarely use: Comcast FitTV OnDemand. It is amazing! I was able to do 3 different classes including a YogaWorks yoga class, Kim Kardashian’s ab class, and a 10 minute relaxing meditation class.

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After spending so much time inside today, Bo and I both wanted to get out of the house. We enjoyed a leisurely walk back to our house after completing a few errands in midtown. We had time to stop in Madison Square Park to enjoy the dogs and beautiful weather!IMG_0651

IMG_0658 IMG_0657 IMG_0654 IMG_0653 IMG_0652I fully intend to spend the rest of the evening on the couch enjoying the Academy Awards with Bo. Have you entered my Academy Award sized giveaway yet?

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9 Comments

  1. Sana February 28, 2011 / 1:04 am

    🙂 I have started to appreciate yoga soo much more now. aka grownup nap time

    • Theodora February 28, 2011 / 3:17 am

      grownup nap time! I love it. Also, those muffins look amazing.

  2. Lauren @ Fun, Fit and Fabulous! February 28, 2011 / 2:29 am

    I love your yoga area! I have Tara Stile’s book and I couldn’t live with out “The Stick!”

  3. Jen Correa February 28, 2011 / 3:41 pm

    I love that park. I work across the street. In the summer I eat there most days. 🙂

  4. Kara February 28, 2011 / 5:09 pm

    I really want to know how Kim Kardashian’s ab workout was…I can’t imagine it being very hard, but maybe that’s because I can’t picture her actually breaking a sweat?

  5. Kacy February 28, 2011 / 8:41 pm

    Those muffins look great!
    I’ve been leaving my yoga mat out in front of the TV so I can sit on it and stretch numerous times throughout the day. It’s helped so much!

  6. melissa February 28, 2011 / 10:34 pm

    they look great, I wish the weather had held up!!!

  7. Lauren @ Fun, Fit and Fabulous! January 2, 2013 / 12:59 pm

    Those muffins look amazing. I have bananas in my kitchen right now that definitely need to get used. Thanks for the great idea. I so wish I had FitTV on Demand, sometimes there is nothing better than a good home workout, and I love the variety!

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