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Quiche

This quiche is great to make on Sunday Meal Prep Day and eat throughout the week! Healthy, full of protein and veggies! Remember the 2 P’s in every meal! Related…

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February 2, 2017
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Low Carb Pancake Recipe

These are amazing 1 carb protein pancakes! Yum!!  Related posts:Bee Wednesday Ep. 14: 🐝 Harvesting 22 Pounds of Raw Honey (Without an Expensive Extractor!)

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May 12, 2017
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Homemade Tortilla

Homemade Tortillas are so easy & delicious that once you make these you’ll never go back to store-bought tortillas again.

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July 11, 2024
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What is Collagen?

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links from which I will earn a commission. What is Collagen?     You have heard me talk about collagen and probably seen me add…

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  • DIY Flower Box

    DIY Flower Box

    July 30, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Today I have a fun DIY project! I am making a flower box under my bedroom window! I am using materials I have around the house plus I purchased some clearance flowers! I love to buy clearance flowers!! They are cheap and they usually just need a bit of water and some trimming! =) Check out my How to video below! =) I turned this old light from my bathroom remodel (check that out here) Into this!! Yay! I encourage you to look around your home to see if what you have and be creative and making something old into something new! What was your last DIY project? Let me…

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    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

    July 23, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Bacon and ranch – flavors that adults and kids will both love! This is so delicious and only 2.5g carbs! It’s the perfect healthy weeknight dinner that everyone will love – and it even freezes well, too! Servings: 6 Ingredients: 3 chicken breast washed, dried, and chopped 2 tablespoons of olive oil  1 tablespoon of paprika ½ teaspoon of salt  ¼ teaspoon of pepper 8 ounces of Cream cheese softened ½ tablespoons of dried parsley  ½ tablespoons of Garlic Powder ½ tablespoons of Onion Powder 1 cup fiesta blend or any shredded cheese 8 to 10 bacon strips cooked and chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 375. Wash…

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  • This simple DIY project is a quick way to add curb appeal to your home. Made from an inexpensive cedar fence picket and house numbers

    DIY House Number Planter Sign!

    July 15, 2021 / 0 Comments

    I have a fun DIY project for you today! When we bought our house it didn’t have any house numbers. After living here for some time when I would have deliveries arrive or trying to sell something on Facebook Marketplace so many people would be confused it was the right house or not. This simple DIY project is a quick way to add curb appeal to your home.  Made from an inexpensive cedar fence picket and house numbers, all you will also need is a saw, hammer and some nails to build!  SHOPPING LIST 1 Cedar Fence picket, 5-1/2″ wide x 72″ long (can be dog eared) 6″ House numbers…

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  • New YouTube Channel

    July 9, 2021 / 5 Comments

    I am so excited to let you know that I have started a new YouTube Channel! Check out my intro video here. I have had a YouTube Channel for a long time but I wanted to do more! I have filmed a lot of videos over the last three years and I never uploaded them because I felt they really didn’t go with my channel which is a Fitness Channel. But I enjoy so much more than just fitness. This channel will be filled with DIY’s, Home Remodel, gardening, chickens, and more. It would mean the world to me if you would subscribe to my new channel! (It’s Free!) I…

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    July 2, 2021 / 0 Comments

    I love the 4th of July! I have always enjoyed watching the fireworks and I have fond memories growing up getting together with my family at City Park for an all day picnic and then fireworks. 4th also has another special meaning to me! Its on this day back in 2003 my husband and I started dating! =) I’ve put together some Keto 4th of July meal, snack, and beverage ideas! Enjoy! Red, White and Blue Salad Bacon Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs Bacon Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs are delightfully creamy and perfectly savory with the addition of bacon and chives! The perfect appetizer for all parties! Cheese and Fruit Tray…

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  • Meal Planning Sunday #37 Easy and quick meals your family will love! Helping you take back your time! www.livesimplywithkristin.com #mealplanning

    Meal Planning Sunday #37

    June 28, 2021 / 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! Innovative Health & Fitness www.livesimplywithkristin.com

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  • 30 Days of The Carnivore Diet: My Journey, Benefits, and Daily Eats

    June 22, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Curious about the carnivore diet? 🌱➡️🥩 I just finished 30 days eating only animal products, and I’m sharing all the details on my blog! Learn about the benefits, anti-nutrient effects of veggies, and a day-in-the-life meal plan, plus tips to get started. Ready to dive into the world of zero-carb eating? Check out my journey! #CarnivoreDiet #ZeroCarb #HealthJourney #FitnessGoals #LiveSimplyWithKristin

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    June 21, 2021 / 0 Comments

    I absolutely love coffee and before I started my carnivore journey I was a creamer addict. People would joke that I had more creamer in my coffee than coffee. Haha The first few weeks on the carnivore diet I was still adding creamer to my coffee. My husband had the great idea to add Heavy Whipping Cream to my coffee instead. And let me tell you it is amazing! You can also make this into iced coffee! So let’s get the recipe shall we?! Ingredients Coffee Heavy Whipping Cream Collagen Peptides Torani Sugar Free Syrup (optional) Directions: Brew your coffee to your liking Add collagen to your coffee mug (this…

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  • Meal Planning Sunday #36 Easy and quick meals your family will love! Helping you take back your time! www.livesimplywithkristin.com #mealplanning

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    June 20, 2021 / 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! Innovative Health & Fitness www.innovativehealthfitness.com

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  • When is the Best Time to Workout?

    June 18, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Have you heard any of these below… ​“You should workout in the morning to start your day as productive as possible!”“Fasted cardio first thing is the best way to go”“Your body is at its natural peak in the evening” Can be a bit confusing right?!?! I get asked all the time: “when is the best time to workout?”, or whether one is better for weight loss than the other. So, today I’m going to explore this in a little more detail.  When is the Best Time to Workout? Are you a night owl or an early bird? Choosing the Best Time of Day to Workout Is it better to workout…

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    June 14, 2021 / 0 Comments

    My son’s birthday was this week and we thought it would be fun to freeze-dry candy! I know what you are thinking this is a health and wellness blog! Well, that is true but it is also a lifestyle blog and just because I am a health coach doesn’t mean I don’t let my kids have treats sometimes! =) I did a quick google on freeze-drying candy and there wasn’t much out there. What did I try: I put together a fun REEL during the process check it out here. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kristin McConnell (@livesimplywithkristin) What do you need: Skittles Skittles are super…

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    June 13, 2021 / 0 Comments

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  • What to eat and what not to eat can be super challenging and confusing! Here are 5 tips to help you improve your relationship with food.

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    June 11, 2021 / 9 Comments

    Navigating through what to eat and what not to eat can be super challenging and confusing! Here are 5 tips to help you improve your relationship with food! Quit the ALL or NOTHING mentality  Trying to follow a “perfect” diet is only going to make you fail because nobody can follow a perfect diet. We are human. Life is all about balance. A healthy day might include some healthy foods and some not-so-healthy foods. Slowly start adding more healthy foods to your day. What matters is what you do the majority of the time. For example, if you drop your phone on the ground. What do you do? You just pick it up where it dropped…

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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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