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Jessica Stewart

Jessica is a 2011 graduate from Michigan State University with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesioloy specializing in Exercise Science. She is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Jessica completed her MSU internship at State of Fitness in the Spring of 2011. Under the supervision and guidance of Justin Grinnell and Rebecca Klinger, Jessica gained valuable experience in training clients. Jessica is a long-distance runner, completing many road races ranging from 5k to marathon. This October the Chicago marathon will be her third 26.2 mile race. Jessica played varsity soccer and volleyball throughout high school. She has also completed triathlons and adventure races. Having a passion for an active and healthy lifestyle led Jessica to join the State of Fitness team! She hopes to pass on her love for fitness onto all of her clients.
Jessica Stewart has written 39 posts for Coaches Corner

“Don’t Yuck My Yum.”

I heard a quote from a very wise 5-year old one time, and it is the title of this blog. Kelley Foltz’s daughter, Bailey, stated this to her sisters as they made fun of her for a “weird” food combination. “Hey! Don’t yuck my yum.” My gosh, that girl is going to do great things … Continue reading

What to Eat While Traveling

Summer involves a lot of travel for most people. It also involves grad parties, weddings, parties, etc. Most of us work so hard to feel good about our bodies and when summer actually hits we throw it all out along with the cake, garter toss, and Forth of July fireworks. If you WANT to eat … Continue reading

Cool Treat

I love the summer. I love reading a book outside. I love being at a lake. I love sundresses. I love having the windows open. I, also, love SUMMER TREATS!!!!!!!! Ice cream is the number one thing that people tend to gravitate towards when summer hits. What I don’t love is the insane amount of … Continue reading

Sweet Plantain Patties

I’ve not experienced plantains very much. I’ve had them in a meatloaf before , delicious, and I am interested in making plantain chips because I love the crunch of a chip. I do not like the crumbs of chips that I drop everywhere on me, the table, the floor, and on top of my dog’s … Continue reading

Top 5 Fabulous Fitness Finds for Spring

1.  Bright colored pants and tanks. Stores like http://www.lucy.com, http://www.athleta.com have great quality items and may be a bit pricier. They have sales a lot though which is when you can get some great stuff! Stores like Marshalls, Old Navy, TJMaxx, and Target carry a lot of fun and colorful workout gear although it may … Continue reading

Breakfast Quinoa

A great option for a breakfast, cold or hot. It can be taken on the run, enjoyed with a cup of joe, or even stashed in the cooler for later. Make more or less quinoa depending on how many people you are feeding or if you want some as leftovers. Ingredients 1 cup dry Quinoa … Continue reading

Black Bean Burgers

These are so tasty! I love black bean burgers but often feel guilty when buying the store bought ones. So I opt for these simple homemade burgers that leave out the long list of ingredients. This recipe originated from the cookbook, Evolving Your Favorite Classics by Jenn Dubey (also for sale at SOF).  Ingredients 1 … Continue reading

Mexican Crockpot Chicken

A delicious meal to set and forget. Ingredients -1 lb chicken breasts -1 lb dry pinto beans, rinsed – 1 jar of salsa – 1 chopped yellow onion -3.5 cups of water -taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, red crushed pepper) Directions 1.     Add beans, water, salsa to crockpot. Stir … Continue reading

Crockpot Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Enjoy a warm bowl of oatmeal, ready as soon as you wake up! This overnight crockpot recipe is so easy and tasty, it will satisfy everyone. Ingredients -2 apples, cored, sliced into ½ inch pieces – 1 can (13.4 fl oz) of coconut milk (or 1.5 cups of regular milk, almond, etc) -1.5 cups of … Continue reading

Quick and Easy Mexican Bowl

Here’s a quick and easy meal jam packed with protein. These ingredients are usually on-hand and are great for a quick weeknight or weekend meal.  Ingredients 1 pound ground meat (venison, beef, beefalo, buffalo, etc) 14 oz black beans diced tomatoes green chilies lettuce of some sort plain greek yogurt Feta cheese if desired Salsa … Continue reading

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