Recently I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about growing my own vegetables. In the past I’ve been able to grow herbs inside like basil and mint leaves without a lot of research. However, I never really took the leap into planting fruits and veggies like my mom did when my sister and I were […]
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How to Save Money at the Grocery Store
With food prices escalating I’ve noticed that coupon options have been different… let’s say they’ve been ‘thinning out’ and not offering the same robust varieties I’ve seen as in years past. To save money at the grocery store I occasionally go online and print out coupons on my computer at home. At the same time, I’ve […]
What to Pack When Bringing Your Toddler to the Gym
Kurt and basically grew up in the gym. Our families were regularly courtside during the winter months, throughout AAU season and spent time at multiple NYC parks during the summer. Now that we have a child of our own, we look forward to spending time on the court with her. Having access to a basketball […]
When ‘Everything’ Breaks in Your House: The Power of a Savings Account
I’ve dreamed of owning a home for most of my adult life. Having the flexibility to make your own noise, to start and complete home improvements, but most importantly, to build equity is always something that was attractive to me after a few unsuccessful experiences as a renter in the tri-state area. We’ve spent just […]
How Can I Talk About Money With My Partner?
Talking about money, especially that first talk with your significant other can be a scary thing. How much money you have, how much you owe, and how much you don’t know about finance overall can be really awkward to talk about when you’re not at the level you want to be at. Early in our […]
How to Pay off $20,000+ of Credit Card Debt & Build an Emergency Fund
So this is a topic that’s been very near and dear to my heart for years now, and I wanted to share my story because it may be helpful to other people. At one point we had over $20,000 of credit card debt from school expenses and apartment renovations. The stress was so high it was really […]
No More Smoothies… Try Leftover Fruit Muffins Instead!
Hey athletes! I’ll be honest: sometimes I don’t want to use my leftover fruit for another protein smoothie! Some weekends I want a treat for breakfast, something I can bake for guests, or best of all- something I can grab and take on the go to fix a sugar craving. These blueberry muffins have a […]
My Early Morning Workout Routine
Hey athletes! A while back I realized the best time for me to get a workout in is early in the morning…and I mean early! After a full day of work, errands and tasks, I really don’t feel like squeezing in a cardio or lifting session- just my personal preference. Below I share my routine […]
Weekly Planner for Athletes: Free Download!
Hey Athletes! Here I want to share a spreadsheet I use to plan my workouts, meals, and tasks for the week. Let’s jump right in… here is the free spreadsheet you can download and customize to fit your busy schedule Here are a few reasons I use a spreadsheet to help organize my week: A […]
Building My Stockpile on a Budget: Paper Products
Hey athletes, Here I want to show you how I stockpile paper products by buying them only once a month. Paper towel and toilet paper are a staple in our house, so I save the most when I combine my coupons with store savings. Overall, here are reasons why I try to grow my stockpile […]