Name: Christy Swanay Age: 30 Occupation: Certified Pharmacy Technician and student 1) At what point did you start to think about joining a gym, and what brought you to OSi? I was a dedicated runner. I use to run every day just for the enjoyment it brought me. In 2013, I injured my leg and …
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Looking for a quick and easy meal? Not only is this dish delicious but it’s wrapped up in one pan letting all the flavors marinate together! Yum…So next time you’re stuck and not sure what to cook for dinner, give it a try. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted …
Spice up a simple side salad by adding meat and call it dinner! The combinations of this salad are delicious, from the blackened meat to the creaminess of the dressing. And you can use the left over flank steak for sandwiches the next day! Peppered Flank Steak: 1 lb flank steak, about 1-inch thick …
This is such a wonderful take on Italian food! The mixture of creamy rich spinach and three cheese ricotta topped with marinara and more melted cheese makes this dish delicious. This is a great meal for vegetarians or those just wanting to cut back on red meat, or you can add sausage to mix it up! …
The countdown for Christmas begins! With the craziness of life ahead here is an easy to make recipe that is perfect for the holidays. With hints of orange zest mixed with the tartness from the fresh cranberries, try it for your next dinner party or a change from your breakfast routine. Ingredients: 1 …
This meal has a delicious mix of fresh vegetables, avocado, and of course blue cheese. It is so easy to put together especially when you throw it all on the stove top! And it can be a great dish to incorporate whatever veggies are in season! Ingredients: 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or …
Well hello squash! Nothing is better to bite into than a delicious butter and garlic pasta that has a sweet bite from the butternut squash. This is such an easy pasta dish to make, you can even prepare the butternut squash ahead of time and dinner can be ready in minutes! Ingredients: 1 medium …
We are excited to be launching the OSi Online Training Program and can’t wait to hear about what you think. private community page which you can request to join on Facebook here. If you have any friends or family interested in joining the program, please invite them to join you by sharing this link (http://originalstrengthinstitute.com/osi-online-training/). …
Meet our member Stefani Nelson! Read about why she loves OSi and how it’s helped her! Age: 37 Occupation: Office Manager 1) At what point did you start to think about joining a gym, and what brought you to OSi? I had been a member of the Y for a long time but rarely went …
This is such a fun alternative and healthy way to eat pizza! Make this as an appetizer, side or main course. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 eggplant about 1 T salt, for drawing water out of eggplant about 2 T olive oil, for brushing eggplant before roasting about 2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning, for shrinking on …
Bring out your cranberries before Thanksgiving and indulge in this delicious sandwich! The combination of the creamy avocado and sweetness of the cranberries makes for one good bite. Enjoy it in less than 10 minutes! Ingredients: 1 – 15 oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 large ripe avocado 2 teaspoon freshly …
Nothing beats a good chicken teriyaki! It’s perfect because it takes hardly any time to put together, it is extremely versatile plus it is super yummy. If you are making this dish when your crunched for time you can always buy teriyaki sauce from the store, but making it from scratch is more rewarding. …
What’s better than slow cooked chicken, beans, rice and cheese? This is such a quick and easy recipe that you can throw in the crock pot and come back to when it’s time for dinner. Serve it with the toppings you enjoy like fresh tomatoes, green onions, sour cream and avocados. This also makes a …
We love having Sam at OSi. He is a great encourager and he has a gentle competitiveness that inspires everyone to reach a little further -Tim 1) At what point did you start to think about joining a gym, and what brought you to OSi? About three years ago I realized I needed to do …
This recipe is delicious on so many levels! Whoever thought of letting these flavors marinate in the oven for so long should win an award. Not only does it taste incredible but your kitchen smells so good! If your not a fan of shrimp you can substitute it with prosciutto or even leave it vegetarian. …
Name: Anna Jackson Age: 42 Occupation: Left the corporate world two years ago to become a full time “Kid-raiser” 1) At what point did you start to think about joining a gym, and what brought you to OSi? I’ve thought about joining a gym since moving to Fuquay Varina 3 years ago. However….I am not a fan …
Who doesn’t love a good enchilada that’s not only good tasting but packed with healthy ingredients as well! Butternut squash has many health benefits; it’s low in fat, loaded with fiber, high in antioxidants, vitamin C and beta-carotene, just to name a few. Combine that with black beans which are high in fiber and protein …
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Today is the first official day of Fall and no better way to start the season than a warm bowl of chowder. Not just any chowder, but Autumn chowder! This soup is full of vegetables, yet has a creamy richness from the milk and cheese. This would be great to serve when having company over …
It’s amazing what focusing for 90 days can do for the body! Take a look at what John has to say about his OSi transformation. John’s 90 Day Journey The pictures you see span from June 15, 2015 – September 15, 2015. These ninety days were about so much more than losing 23lbs and …
Dana Vaughn 37 years old Mom of 3, Children’s Director at First UMC Meet Dana. Dana has become heavily invested in the OSi Family for a little more than 6 months now. Dana came to us as a typical runner that was looking to gain strength, endurance, more visible muscle definition, and to try something …
