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  • Everything you need to know about starting seeds inside! www.livesimplywithkristin.com

    Starting Seeds Inside

    March 7, 2023 / 0 Comments

    Everything you need to know about starting seeds inside! www.livesimplywithkristin.com

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    February 21, 2023 / 0 Comments

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    February 14, 2023 / 2 Comments

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  • Looking for Free Things to do on Valentine’s Day?! While Valentine's day can be a great, love-filled day for many, it does put a lot of unnecessary pressure on couples, who often, end up spending a lot of unnecessary money on gifts. You can actually have a great time with your partner without spending a lot! Read on to discover 10 awesome free things you can do this Valentine’s Day!

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    February 7, 2023 / 0 Comments

    Looking for Free Things to do on Valentine’s Day?! While Valentine's day can be a great, love-filled day for many, it does put a lot of unnecessary pressure on couples, who often, end up spending a lot of unnecessary money on gifts. You can actually have a great time with your partner without spending a lot! Read on to discover 10 awesome free things you can do this Valentine’s Day!

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  • Meal Planning Sunday #38 Easy and quick meals your family will love! Helping you take back your time! https://livesimplywithkristin.com/meal-planning-sunday-38/#mealplanning #keto #carnivore #carnivorediet

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    February 5, 2023 / 0 Comments

    I hope these recipes help you plan your meals for the week! Copy my menu each week or create your own! If you missed last weeks click here. If you are on my email list I will be emailing you as well to let you know the new menu is up! Live Smply with Kristin www.livesimplywithkristin.com

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  • Wow! 2022 was another dozy of a year! But we've made it to another year! I thought it would be fun to look back at my top ten most viewed blog posts from 2022 https://livesimplywithkristin.com/2022-top-ten-read-blog-posts/

    2022 Top Ten Read Blog Posts

    January 25, 2023 / 0 Comments

    I can’t believe January is almost over! For the last three years, I have shared my top ten blog posts I thought it would be fun to look back at my top ten most viewed blog posts from 2022 you can read my Top Ten Blog post from: Top Ten Blog Posts in 2021 here Top Ten Blog Posts in 2020 here Top Ten Blog Posts in 2019 here. I would love to hear from you! Leave me a comment below on what you would like to see from me in 2023! Okay, let’s get started with my Top 10 Blog Post from 2022! Click on the blog names to…

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    January 23, 2023 / 0 Comments

    Let's organize my Ziplock bag drawer! Before!! With these Amazon organizer containers. www.livesimplywithkristin.com

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  • New Year New Name!

    January 2, 2023 / 0 Comments

    Happy New Year! I hope you had an amazing 2022! Can you believe it is already 2023? You may have noticed my blog has a new URL and name! Live Simply with Kristin! I am so excited about this new change and I hope you are too! I have been feeling the pull to rebrand for a while now but at the same time, it’s a bit scary! I have loved everything I have done with Innovative Health & Fitness. Let’s look back at Innovative Health & Fitness I started Innovative Health and Fitness blog on October 1, 2014! My First Post: I have published 345 blog posts which actually…

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  • BABY CHICKS HATCH: Our First Hatching

    October 17, 2022 / 0 Comments

    🐣💕🐥 NEW BABY CHICK!! 🐣💕🐥 Last month Ryan and I were out for our evening walk around the property and my husband said do you hear a baby chick? I was like “No Way!!” I hurried over to the coop and sure enough, we have a baby chick out in the middle of the run! I knew I had a broody hen but I’ve never had any of my broody hens actually hatch an egg!! I picked up the little tiny chick and took it into the coop. I already had a “nursery” set up from when my last batch of chicks moved outside to the large coop. Watch this…

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  • My Journey with vTOS Part 4 www.innovativehealthfitness.com

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    June 22, 2022 / 1 Comment

    My Journey with Venous Thoracic Outlet Syndrom part 4! This journey has been more challenging than I thought it would be and as I’m writing this update which is way overdue I am getting ready for another surgery. It’s actually really hard for me to write because I feel like it’s such a negative situation and I don’t like to focus on the negative but I want to get my story out there to hopefully help others out there in a similar situation. If you have missed my other updates you can check them out here: My Journey with Thoracic Outlet Syndrom Part 1 vTOS Update Part 2 vTOS Update…

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  • Jack Graduated from High School!

    June 16, 2022 / 0 Comments

    My firstborn son graduated from High School. I can’t even begin to tell you how proud I am of him! But here I go. I’ll be honest, my heart is beaming with pride, excitement, and joy but also aching, as I know he is on the verge of spreading his wings and flying! Jack graduated from Colorado Early Colleges, Class of 2022. Total Mom brag time! Not only has he completed High School he graduated with High Honors and received his Associate’s Degree and a Business Specialization Certification. It’s hard for me to believe he has completed this chapter in his life. It feels like yesterday he was off to…

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  • Join my free Fast Blast Challenge! This health journey will leave you feeling healthier, happier, stronger, and in control. Your six-week health journey starts here. Start today to feel happier, healthier, and stronger inside and out. Sign up here: https://mailchi.mp/9e53f4dd85d0/fastblastwww.innovativehealthfitness.com

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    It’s time for another FREE 6-week workout challenge. Take your training to the next level, fast! Quick and powerful workouts to amplify your fitness in the shortest time possible.Rachael Newsham and Erin Maw will motivate you through six weeks of powerful training to amplify your fitness. Designed for intermediate exercisers, the Fast Blast Challenge features six 30-min workouts a week. No equipment is needed. “GET READY TO AMP UP YOUR FITNESS WITH SIX WEEKS OF POWERFUL WORKOUTS. IT’S FAST, FUN ANDTRANSFORMATIONAL ”Erin Maw Fast Blast Challenge is a mix of 30-minute cardio, strength, and mobility workouts to amplify your fitness in the shortest time possible. Combine these energetic workouts with…

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  • Keto Party Snacks - https://livesimplywithkristin.com/keto-friendly-party-snack/

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    February 11, 2022 / 1 Comment

    I have put together some quick and easy keto friendly party snacks for you! Click the title or image to find the recipes! Bacon Wrapped Smokies Bacon Wrapped SmokiesIf you are looking for a tasty and quick party food to put together, these Bacon Wrapped Smokies are what you need! They are the perfect party food. No need for utensils and c’mon, everyone. Click here for the recipe. KETO BACON, EGG, & CHEESE SLIDERS These Keto Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sliders are the perfect low carb appetizer to please any crowd! Click here for the recipe. Everything Bagel Cucumber Bites Everything Bagel Cucumber Bites recipe – The perfect healthy cucumber…

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    February 4, 2022 / 0 Comments

    Today I want to talk all about planning a trip to Cabo and how to do it for less! Our trip was so amazing and a much-needed trip getaway from all the crazy health issues I have been dealing with these last 6 months. Read more about it here. The most-asked questions are here for future reference. So, below is just that; all the info! We planned the trip as everyone’s main Christmas gift. I want to make this a new tradition instead of buying things we don’t really need I want to share experiences. A big THANK YOU to my cousin Jenny! For all her tips and suggestions while…

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    Happy New Year! Wow! 2021 was another crazy year! But we’ve made it to another year! I thought it would be fun to look back at my top ten most viewed blog posts from 2021 you can read my Top Ten Blog post from 2020 here or my 2019 here. I would love to hear from you! Leave me a comment below on what you would like to see from me in 2021! Okay, let’s get started with my Top 10 Blog Post from 2021! Click on the blog names to read the post! 10. DIY Yoga Mat Cleaner You have to try this easy DIY Yoga Mat Cleaner spray!…

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  • Planks are all about your CORE and more! Why strengthening your core is important: Reduces the Risk of Injury, Better Posture, Improves Your Ability to Do Everyday Activities, A Strong Core is a Key to Flat Abs.

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    Planks are all about your CORE and more! Why strengthening your core is important: Reduces the Risk of Injury, Better Posture, Improves Your Ability to Do Everyday Activities, A Strong Core is a Key to Flat Abs. Determine your baseline. Time yourself while doing a basic plank. Pick your level and hold as long as you can. When it comes to planks, form is everything. Paying close attention to form not only ensures you’ll get a great workout, but also that you’re protecting your body from injury. The plank is best known for working your core, but planks also engage more than 20 muscles, including your shoulders, back, arms, legs,…

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    Planksgiving 2021 Challenge!!! It’s that time of year again! Time for our 7th year of Planksgiving! I love this challenge and it has been a huge hit each year growing more and more. Well, the holidays are right around the corner. Let’s stay fit this holiday season. Do you want to work on your abs? Tone, slim, reveal your 6 pack?? Then this PLANKSGIVING 30 Day PLANK CHALLENGE is for you… Are you in?? Please join us for 30 days of plank challenge starting NOVEMBER 1st!!! I will send you photos and descriptions each day for 30 days that you can easily perform each plank variations anywhere! So what is the Planksgiving…

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Hi!! I’m Kristin, the heart behind Live Simply with Kristin. 
As newly empty-nest empty nesters, Ryan and I sold it all and live full-time in our cozy camper—trading big house stress for simple joys, freedom, and adventures together.
Here, I share wholesome recipes that fit tiny spaces, fitness tips to stay strong on the go, small-space living hacks, and the beauty of intentional, less-is-more living. Grateful you’re along for the ride—let’s keep it simple and joyful! 
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