Colourful Palate

6 Ways to Cut Calories when Traveling

Charissa — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:45:57 +0000

It’s amazing how the calories add up…even when you’re eating healthy. While it’s not necessary for me to be as conscious of the caloric content of food when I’m at home (and being active all day), when I’m traveling (and sitting in all day) I try to be more aware of what I consume. Extra mayonnaise or butter on my sandwich…a handful of pita chips…cream... Read More

Creative Cracker Toppings

Charissa — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:32:51 +0000

All these travel snacks get old. We’ve been on the road for almost two weeks now, but as much as I love it…the snacking area of my life (in which I spend a considerable amount of time with) has gotten a little boring. Recently, we broke into a box of this. Triscuits. People, these are decent little crackers. I really like the sweet chilli ones…they’re... Read More

Silent 10 Workout

Charissa — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:01:37 +0000

It’s hard to get your workout in when you’re traveling (speaking from personal experience). I usually end up getting out at gas stations and doing some stretches, lunges, wall pushups and calf raises…whatever I can, to get my body moving. Sitting all day is just not cool. When we stop for night, I try to get exercise when I can…but some places don’t have a... Read More

Chocolate on Whole Wheat Toast

Charissa — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:00:53 +0000

One of the first things people notice about my blog is my little slogan… “Hi! My name is Charissa and I blog about healthy food, fitness, and my everyday adventures. To me, balanced living is chocolate on whole wheat toast.” When Kraft Philly came out with their chocolate cream cheese spread…I’ve been doing exactly that…spreading a thick, creamy layer of chocolate on my toast (crackers... Read More

Colourful Captures

Charissa — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:32:01 +0000

I’ve decided to start a feature where I can just share snippet of my life in pictures… Just happy little posts…with fun photos of my life…hope you enjoy! Managed to pack almost all of my clothes in this duffel for our 7 week trip. Very proud of me. Found this kitty outside my door at B&B we stayed at. It joined me in bed and... Read More