Throwing it back and having that Tabanca Feeling on a Tuesday

[Photo: @kbproductions__ @karl.brown_]

Throwing it back and having that Tabanca Feeling on a Tuesday.

Have a great day Suga Fam!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)

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Hello 2nd Quarter! What’s on Your Agenda?

[Photo: @ten80p_photography]

Be sure to keep up with it.

Have a Productive Week!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Happy Friday Eve Suga Fam! Make it a Staycay and Enjoy the Long Weekend!

Jakes at Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
Missed me on Mello?

Want to Enjoy Easter, but stay on your Fitness Mission?

Easter Brunch or Dinner can feel just as special at home as they would at a restaurant with a little planning and prep.

Try these Dishes in the Kitchen:

1. DEVILED EGGS
An Easter classic. Great brunch side or appetizer.

Use hot or mild pepper sauce, try dill or a sweet pickle relish, use fat-dree mayo and add a sprinkle of fresh Chives for more flavor.

2. Not a Deviled eggs fan? Try SPINACH AND MUSHROOM QUICHE or one of my faves, a CALLALOO FRITTATA.

Ensure you use unsweetened Almond milk and a low fat cheese such as a part skim mozzarella.

Photo: The Kichn

3. VEGGIE SIDES

Take advantage of seasonal flavors and root vegetables to add colour nutritional value to your Easter table. Root vegetables include carrots, parsnips, beets, red onion and sweet potato.

4. CORIANDER AND LEMON CRUSTED SALMON with Asparagus Salad and Poached Egg

5. CARROT CAKE OR YOUR OWN VEGETARIAN EASTER BUN!

Use whole-wheat or spelt  flour (hulled, purer wheat), Unsweetened Almond milk, Cinnamon and Agave to sweeten instead of sugar.

If you aren’t Vegetarian, please also cook or bake with Olive oil or Vegetable oil, not Coconut oil. We will leave that debate for after Easter. 🙂

Have a Happy, Holy and Restful Easter.
Remember Balance is key.

Check out Things to Do In Kingston this Weekend here:


XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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TGIF! In the Spirit of Champs Week, 5 Ways to Get Kids Excited About Fitness!

… And Yes, those are my Active, Sporty Niecipoos with their Uncle Canibus!

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1. MAKE IT FUN
Try to incorporate what kids like into their fitness routine. If they love dancing, consider taking them to dance class, or if they like to splash around in water, take them to swimming lessons.

2. SET GOALS AND CELEBRATE ACHIEVEMENT
Make the goals realistic and achievable.
E.g. Completing a certain number of laps around the track. Give them something to work towards and provide a reward such as, a special outing or a small treat.

3. BE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL
Parents play a crucial role in shaping a child’s attitude towards fitness.
Parents should prioritize their own fitness and let their children see that. Show enthusiasm and commitment.
Go for a run together. This also strengthens your bond and creates memories.

4. ENCOURAGE VARIETY
Kids get bored easily, so try to keep them engaged and excited about fitness, Sometimes you may have to try new sports with them and develop their range of skills and interest.
Martial Arts is a good one that also encourages a different level of focus and discipline.

5. CREATE A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT
Offer praise, encouragement and guidance. Also be patient and understanding when they face challenges.
Teach them that perseverance and effort are just as important as success.

***BONUS***
Watch ISSA Sports CHAMPS and let them be motivated!

Book your Nutrition Consult or Fitness sessions for 2024!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)

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‘Opportunities Don’t Happen, You Create Them.’ – Chris Grosser

Have a Great Day Suga Fam!

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Drifting Into the Week on a Coffee High from Jamaica Coffee Festival like…

Blue Mountain Coffee Festival last Saturday, March 2 at Newcastle, St. Andrew

Watch how we’re Drifting into the Week. On a Coffee High here! :

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Fun Memories and Experience at Jamaica Coffee Festival Rain or Shine! Perfect outing for my friend Jody who was doing a quick visit to her JA from DC.

What’s in Your Cup this Morning?

We sipped both Hot and Cold Mountain Pride in edible, Vegan Cupffee Jamaica Cups,
Sampled lactose-free Smith’s Rum Creams,
had a big boost with Cold Coffee our way from Cafe Blue by the winning Barista that day, Romell!
Then we warmed up the richest, best and most authentic way, having our JBMCoffee Black by PerkUp Coffee and JABLUM Coffee!

Big up to all the other Coffee Makers on the Day too! #sipthegreatness

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Eat Well, Drink Well at DLE Cafe in Fairview Town Centre, Montego Bay!

Had a quick pass through Montego Bay last Wednesday and I kept it healthy, finally getting to stop by DLE Cafe (Ig: @dlecafe)!

Check out a clip from my visit here:

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As you enter, you will see a sign showing that basically Good Food takes Time. Definitely freshly made, cooked to order. So if hungry, call ahead. They have THE widest range of healthy options.

Quite a clean, cosy atmosphere with a handful of in and out diners. I observed that most persons picked up their orders and the staff were polite and professional.

I had the Bad Ass Black Bean Burger with their own signature dressing in a Sprouted Spelt Burger Bun (J$2000);
Baked Sweet Potato Fries that were air-fried and tossed in Cinnamon and Paprika (J$700);
Immune Booster Smoothie with Spinach, Kale, Celery, Lime/Lemon Juice, Ginger and Ginger (J$950)

Hubby had the Chicken Fettuccine (whole wheat) in Pesto Scotchy White Wine topped off with parmesan cheese (J$2800).

Great flavours with a touch of spicy and we left feeling full and satisfied.

Invest in your well being. If in Montego Bay, Eat Well and Drink Well at DLE Cafe.

DLE Cafe

Location: Shop #4, Unit 11. Fairview Town Centre, Montego Bay

Ph: +1 876-347-9500

Email: [email protected]

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Happy Monday! Bring Yuh Owna Tings and Get 10% off Cannonball Cafe!

Cannonball Cafe, Sovereign North.

Cannonball Cafe supports Esirom Foundation’s campaign to generate opportunities around sustainable development.

Help to combat plastic polution and get 10% off your beverage purchase everytime you bring your reusable cup.

What’s in my Cup? A Frappé my way… Coffee with Almond milk, no syrup or whipped cream, 2 splendas, less ice.

Have a Great Monday and do your part to Save the Earth.

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Happy New Year from Suga Lifestyle!

Happy New Year Suga Fam!

The New Year is here and Suga Lifestyle will continue to provide a cocktail of services that facilitates promoting and growing small, local businesses and entrepreneurs via our Pop-ups and Expos, producing Paintings via GW Art and conducting Nutrition and Personal Training sessions via Fit Happens with Gabby. This is a reminder of how Suga Lifestyle elevates not only Brand Jamaica, but uplifts our people as well. We are always grateful for your support, and as we grow more each year, please stay tuned to our upcoming Events and Offerings.

Please do not procrastinate to get your diets back on track and exercise routines. If you would like a fun, vibrant reminder or the knowledge of how to get to a Happier, Fitter and Healthier You for 2024, Fit Happens with Gabby can do that for you and you can also spread the knowledge by having presentations done for your staff or coworkers. Fit Happens with Gabby has been certified in Personal Training and Sports Nutrition for over a decade. With the Experience of doing Restaurant Ratings and Reviews, working with multiple ages, body types and ailments, Fit Happens with Gabby is equipped to not only tell you What to Eat, but Where to Eat.

Suga Lifestyle wishes you a Happy, Healthy, Blessed and Prosperous New Year!


Save the Date

Suga Lifestyle’s Valentine’s Pop-Up at The Liguanea Club’s Outer Member Lounge, New Kingston, Saturday, FEBRUARY 10!

XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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