Hannah Lynn Fitness

I know, I know, chocolate and protein in the same sentence might seem like an oxymoron, but recent studies have shown that appropriate portions of dark chocolate is actually good for you! Recently, I have been craving chocolate, ice-cream, cookies, all the sort(but then again, who doesn't every once in a while???). I was determined to find a healthier alternative to a blizzard at Dairy Queen. Of course, it isn't wrong to indulge every once in a while, but I still wanted this to be healthy. So I was researching on Pinterest(follow me here !), and found a couple recipes, some including ingredients I do not have at the house (like Xanthan Gum????) , so I made up my own recipe. This is the order in which I add to the blender. First I start with Milk                  (any kind works, dairy or non dairy. For health issues/concerns on dairy, read about it here Yogurt               (I used vanilla, but you c...

       Hi everyone! I'm so excited to be posting this!! So its summer and I've had a lot of down time. I really wanted to start posting on my blog s'more. So here it is: 7 Ways to Elevate Your Walks:        So I was walking the other day with my family, and I was thinking of ways to make this simple exercise more challenging: 1.) Bring the Weights!        When my mom walks she usually brings weights, so I tried it out, and man! It is a really great way to tone those arms! I recommend starting with 1 or 2 lbs, (for beginners) and then working your way up. If you don't own any dumbbells, I suggest investing in some. But don't just hold the weights, move 'em! I recommend overhead presses, 90 degree arm raises, bicep curls, etc. You can even make up some moves of your own! 2.) Walk Faster!        One way to elevate your walks is simple: just walk faster! Otherwise known as "power walking", increasing ...