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Starbucks Drink Swaps: HOLIDAY EDITION!

November 13, 2019

HEY SQUADIES! Who’s ready for LEANIFIED Starbucks drinks, holiday edition?! That’s right, today I have for you 3 new LEAN...

Tips & Tricks: How to Stay on TRACK!

November 11, 2019

These tips are from the Squadies themselves! I asked 100 squadies what helps keep them on track and this is what they had to say... [...]

#6WeekChallenge Announcement!

November 6, 2019

HAPPY Wednesday Squadies! There are less the 60 DAYS LEFT IN 2019! That is why today I am super excited...

What can you Eat/Drink While in a FASTED STATE?

November 4, 2019

Hello Squadies! Today we are taking it back to a topic I LOVE: Intermittent Fasting. Intermittent fasting is something I...

PUMPKIN ENERGY BALLS | LEANSQUAD

October 23, 2019

WHO’S READY for the EASIEST, TASTIEST and of course, LEANNEST fall treat out there?! Pumpkin is definitely in season -...

HOW TO BEAT YOUR SUGAR CRAVINGS!

October 21, 2019

About 20 teaspoons of sugar is what the average man is having a day! That is the equivalent to 3...

HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY CHICKEN TACOS – EASY & QUICK

October 17, 2019

IT'S HEALTHY TACO TIME!! Thursdays are great because we are one day closer to the weekend! The weekend is...

4 GYM MISTAKES THAT ARE KILLING YOUR PROGRESS

October 15, 2019

I am super excited to share this blog with you guys today! So many times, I see and hear about...

How to Improve your Mental Health – 7 simple steps

October 10, 2019

Today is world mental health day! I wanted to take a minute to talk about the importance of mental health...

TINY HOTEL ROOM HIIT!

October 7, 2019

Happy Monday Squadies! I have returned home from my LEANSANE trip to Japan! Throughout my trip, there were a ton...

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER!

October 1, 2019

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Happy Tuesday Squadies! I am back today with another leanlicous cauliflower recipe! Cauliflower is a GREAT carb substitute and can...

What to Eat before and After your Workout!

September 26, 2019

Today I am going to be telling you what you should be eating before and after every workout so you...

SEPTEMBER SUPER SQUADIE OF THE MONTH!

September 23, 2019

SEPTEMBER 2019 SUPER SQUADIE: KIM PHAN! Happy September Squadies! It's that time of month again... time to show appreciation...

4 ‘UNHEALTHY’ Healthy Foods!

September 18, 2019

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This topic has been weighing me down - no pun intended, for a long time and that is these “healthy...

PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN COOKIES!

September 16, 2019

Today I am back with another great #backtolean recipe! Todays recipe are these leanlicious PROTEIN PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES! ...

FULL 25 min Exercise Routine for Kids and Parents

September 11, 2019

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I am SO excited to share LEANSQUAD’s first ever Kids Workout in preparation for the #BackToLean Schools Initiative starting next...

LEAN Chocolatey Zucchini Bread

September 9, 2019

Happy Monday Squadies! With back to school season in session, I am coming at you with some great recipes you...

How to Stay Lean on Vacation: 10 Minute HIIT

September 4, 2019

Hey Squadies! As many of you may already know, I spend a ton of time traveling! Over the years, I...

10 Healthy Morning Habits

September 3, 2019

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It’s September Squadies! September is a great time to kick back into a healthy routine after a summer full of...

LOW CALORIE PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE

August 29, 2019

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LOW CALORIE PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE Pumpkin spice lattes are officially back at Starbucks, which means it’s time to throw on...

AUGUST SUPER SQUADIE OF THE MONTH!

August 28, 2019

AUGUST 2019 SUPER SQUADIE: JESSICA MILES BELL! Happy August Squadies! It's that time of month again... time to show...

PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN CHIA SEED PUDDING!

August 26, 2019

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PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN CHIA SEED PUDDING! Hey Squadies! Back to school season is here! It’s time to get #backtolean this...

Starbucks Drink Swaps

August 22, 2019

Just like many of my Squadies out there, I LOVE my morning coffee! One of my favourite places to go...

VEGAN Coffee Protein Smoothie!

August 20, 2019

VEGAN Coffee Protein Smoothie! High Protein | Vegan Looking for the perfect vegan, post workout smoothie?! Then you have come...

LEMON WATER: Benefits & How it Affects your Fast!

August 16, 2019

LEMON WATER: Benefits & How it Affects your Fast! Hey Squadies! Today we are talking about lemon water - specifically...

FLOURLESS ON THE GO SNACKS!

August 12, 2019

FLOURLESS on the go SNACKS: Sugar-Free Cookies & Low-Carb Muffins HIGH PROTEIN | LOW CARB | FLOURLESS SNACKS can be...

5 Tips: How to Bounce Back After A WHOOPSIE Weekend!

August 5, 2019

Happy Civic Holiday to all the Canadian Squadies out there! Although each holiday is different, most have one thing in...

What should you do on your DAY OFF?! Full Active Recovery & Stretch Workout

July 31, 2019

Ok Squadies, To TAKE a day off or NOT to take a day off? That is the LEAN QUESTION! The...

Ice Cream, Popcorn, And Chips — How to eat more and Stay Lean: 3 Easy Food Swap recipes for Weight Loss

July 29, 2019

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Squadies, get ready to eat MORE ICE CREAM, MORE POPCORN and MORE CHIPS than ever before… OK OK OK, Do...

The Importance of Gut Health

July 24, 2019

The Importance of Gut Health Hey Squadies! Happy hump day! Today, we are talking all about gut health, what it...

Colourful Vegan Summertime Nachos

July 22, 2019

VEGAN SUMMERTIME NACHOS High Protein | Low Carb | Vegan Who’s ready for the PERFECT summer time nachos?! These lean-chos...

July 2019: Squadie(s) of the Month!

July 18, 2019

JULY 2019 SUPER SQUADIE(S): MOLLY DORRAN & ROB DORRAN Happy July Squadies! Once again, it is time to announce our...

Can Exercise Help Reduce Stress?

July 17, 2019

Can Exercise help Reduce Stress? Stress can come in many shapes and forms and can affect both your physical and...

Low Carb Turkey Carbonara

July 15, 2019

LOW CARB TURKEY CARBONARA High Protein | Low Carb | Healthy Fats WHO’S READY for this absolutely LEANCREDIBLE LOW-CARB CARBONARA...

Firecracker Turkey Lollipops

July 10, 2019

FIRECRACKER TURKEY LOLLIPOPS High Protein | Low Carb | Gluten Free Today I am coming at you with ANOTHER lean...

Flourless Turkey Wings

July 8, 2019

FLOURLESS TURKEY WINGS! High Protein | Low Carb | Gluten Free This weeks leancipe is the 2nd of 4 leanlicious...

Moist Turkey Meatloaf Cups

July 3, 2019

MOIST TURKEY MEATLOAF CUPS High Protein | Low Carb Happy Wednesday Squadies! Before we LEAN in, I wanted to wish...

Carb Replacements | Low Carb Alternatives

July 2, 2019

My Top 5 Carb Replacements If you have been following me for a while now, you know that I LOVE...

Types of Fat — Healthy vs. Unhealthy Fats

June 26, 2019

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TYPES OF FAT: Healthy vs Unhealthy Fats For many decades, fat was believed to be the bad guy. In and...

LOW CARB BAGELS

June 24, 2019

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LOW CARB BAGELS High Protein | Paleo | Low Carb Who else LOVES a good bagel?! Bagels are so tasty,...

June 2019: Squadie of the Month

June 19, 2019

JUNE 2019 SUPER SQUADIE: JENNIFER SMART!! Happy June Squadies! Once again, it is time to announce our SUPER SQUADIE for...

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oat Bars!

June 17, 2019

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oat Bars! High Protein | Low Sugar As many of you know I absolutely LOVE a...

How to Curb Sugar Cravings

June 12, 2019

How to Curb Sugar Cravings! Sugar is something we have all craved before, at least a couple of times in...

Roasted Cauliflower Parmesan Pizza

June 10, 2019

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER PARMESAN PIZZA Low Carb | Low Sugar | Gluten Free Who else LOVES pizza, but hates all the...

3 Sweet & Healthy No Bake Snacks

June 5, 2019

3 Sweet & Healthy No-Bake Snacks No bake snacks are one of my favourite go to snacks to make! WHY?...

Hearts of Palm Low Carb Turkey Bolognese

June 3, 2019

HEARTS OF PALM LOW CARB TURKEY BOLOGNESE! Low Carb | Low Sugar | Low Fat Everybody LOVES pasta, but...

5 Healthy Food Swaps for Weight Loss

May 29, 2019

5 Healthy Food Swaps for Weight Loss Everybody has those foods that they absolutely LOVE so much that - even...

Cookies & Cream — Frozen Lean Treat

May 27, 2019

COOKIES & CREAM FROZEN LEAN TREAT! Keto | Gluten Free | Low Sugar | No Bake | Paleo This...

May 2019: Squadie of the Month

May 23, 2019

MAY 2019 SUPER SQUADIE: ELI HARRIS!! Happy May Squadies! Once again, it is time to announce our SUPER SQUADIE for...

The Truth about Weight Lifting: Why you aren’t getting the results you deserve!

May 22, 2019

The Truth about Weight Lifting: Why you aren’t getting the results you deserve! HEY SQUADIES! Are you trying to get...

No Bake Protein Balls

May 21, 2019

No Bake Protein Balls This recipe is another quick, easy and sweet (yet LEAN) one! These balls are super versatile;...

What Makes a Good Protein Bar

May 15, 2019

What makes a good protein bar & How to choose the right one!! With hundreds of different protein bars on...

Upton’s Jackfruit VEGAN Peanut Pad Thai

May 14, 2019

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Upton's Jackfruit VEGAN Peanut Pad Thai! Who’s ready to CRUSH this lean week?! Today’s recipe is super lean-licous, filling, vegan...

The Beyond Meat Burger Review

May 9, 2019

The Beyond Meat Burger Review You’ve probably seen it before - the Beyond Meat Burger! People everywhere have been raving...

Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

May 6, 2019

Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth without all the carbs? Try these leanlicous flourless...

Lean Egg Muffin Cups

April 30, 2019

Squadies!! We have SUCH an exciting announcement for the month of May! This month we are teaming up with the...

Fluffy Protein Pancakes

April 23, 2019

Fluffy Protein Pancakes! I’ve been LOVING chocolatey recipes lately, these pancakes being one of them! These protein lean-cakes are the...

April 2019: Super Squadie of the Month

April 18, 2019

APRIL 2019 SUPER SQUADIE: LEAH CONFORTI!! Happy April Squadies! It is that time of the month again — it is...

How to Lean-ify Easter

April 17, 2019

How to Lean-ify Easter! No matter what holiday it is, LEANSQUAD has a way to keep it LEAN! Everyone has...

No Bake Chocolately Peanut Butter Bites

April 15, 2019

No Bake Chocolatey Peanut Butter Bites! With Easter around the corner, we are seeing chocolate EVERYWHERE! Easter themed chocolate, eggs,...

FOOLPROOF TIPS: Making Time for a Healthy Diet

April 10, 2019

After asking my Squadies what they struggle with most when trying to sustain a healthy diet, the answer was TIME! Check out my tips on how to make and prep healthy meals in NO TIME!

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A Berry Lean Yogurt Bar

April 8, 2019

A Berry-Lean Yogurt Bar! If you are looking for a super quick and easy snack with a healthy dose of...

Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Chicken Sausage and Asparagus!

April 1, 2019

CAULIFLOWER GNOCCHI with Pesto Chicken Sausage and Asparagus! Happy Monday Squadies!! For those of you who follow along on Instagram,...

Intermittent Fasting: Morning Workouts & Breaking Your Fast

March 27, 2019

Wondering about how to fit IF into your schedule? Do you workout in the AM? Are you unsure of when you should eat after your workout? LOOK NO FURTHER! This blog will answer all of these questions and more!

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LEANMAZING Low Carb Noodle Stir Fry

March 25, 2019

LEANMAZING Low Carb Noodle Stir Fry Woop Woop Squadies!! I hope everyone had a LEANMAZING weekend and are ready to...

No Gym? No Problem!

March 20, 2019

The gym isn’t for everyone! Check out my reasons for getting lean AT HOME!

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Chocolatey Smooth-Lean REFUEL Bowl

March 18, 2019

Chocolatey Smooth-lean REFUEL bowl Happy Monday Squadies!! With spring around the corner, it’s finally time to start making some refreshing...

SUPER SQUADIE OF THE MONTH!! March 2019

March 14, 2019

Find out who our March Super Squadie is!!!!

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Intermittent Fasting: How to Curb your Hunger

March 13, 2019

Fasting can seem difficult at times when you are feeling hungry! Check out my tips on how to avoid getting hungry throughout your fasting period!

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Red Thai Coconut Curry

March 11, 2019

ONE POT WONDER: RED THAI COCONUT CURRY Another Monday, another tasty lean recipe that is sure to put a smile...

SupLEANments for Beginners

March 6, 2019

Looking to find out about supplements? Check out my beginners guide to supplements to find out which ones are right for YOU!

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The LEANNEST One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggie Bake

March 4, 2019

ONE PAN BALSAMIC CHICKEN AND VEGGIE BAKE: (A Lean Prep DREAM) Good afternoon Squadies, Professor Lean here and I have...

Intermittent Fasting: A Beginners Guide

February 27, 2019

Intermittent Fasting: A Beginners Guide Intermittent fasting is a SUPER simple method anyone can use to help leanify their lives....

HEALTHY KIMCHI FRIED RICE

February 25, 2019

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HEALTHY KIMCHI FRIED RICE Woah Squadies!! Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a LEANMAZING weekend and enjoyed some family time,...

How to turn your VACATION, into a LEAN-CATION!! – Travel & Holiday Tips

February 20, 2019

How to turn your 🌞VACATION🌞, into a 🔥🚴🏻‍♀️LEAN-CATION!!🚴🏻‍♂️🔥 Travel & Holiday Tips It is commonly thought that travelling or holidays...

LEAN-CHILADA CHICKEN SKILLET

February 18, 2019

LEAN-CHILADA CHICKEN SKILLET WOOP WOOP!! Happy Family Day (for our Canadian Squadies) or Happy President’s Day (for our American Squadies)!...

SUPER SQUADIE OF THE MONTH!! February 2019

February 13, 2019

Find out who our February Super Squadie is!!!!

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🍓LEAN LOW CARB CHOCOLATE DIPPED STRAWBERRIES!!🍓

February 11, 2019

Hey Squadies! Big week ahead for all of our romantics out there! If you don’t know what I am talking...

We Tried Celery Juice

February 6, 2019

There was only one way to find out if all the celery juice hype was real… I HAD TO TRY...

LEAN-DIAN BUTTER CHICKEN

February 4, 2019

Woah Squadies, I can’t wait to let you in on a little Lean Secret! I know I haven’t posted about...

CAME FOR THE FOOTBALL, STAYED FOR THE SNACKS: 3 HEALTHY AND LEAN RECIPES FOR THE SUPERBOWL

February 2, 2019

🏈THE LEAN SUPERBOWL TRIFECTA🏈 WOOO Squadies! It’s SUPERBOWL SUNDAY and we are SO excited to share some of our favourite,...

Bell Let’s Talk

January 29, 2019

Bell Lets Talk Whether you are a professional athlete, a student, a mom or an entrepreneur, mental health is a...

LEAN STUFFED PEPPERS

January 28, 2019

LEAN STUFFED PEPPERS Squadies, it might be 🌨snowing🌨 outside, and the days might be short, but that DOES NOT mean...

Canada’s NEW Food Guide

January 23, 2019

Canada’s New Food Guide! LEAN FLASH! Calling all Squadies!! There has been an overhaul of Canada’s Food Guide and it’s...

PF Changs Style Lean Lettuce Wraps

January 21, 2019

LEAN LETTUCE WRAPS Hey Squadies! Do I have a TREAT for you! Forget about going to PF Chang’s for their...

VEGAN LEAN-CHOS

January 20, 2019

You’re almost guaranteed to have a good time at a viewing party, watching your favourite show, (for me and Brodie,...

January 2019 Super Squadie

January 17, 2019

JANUARY 2019 SUPER SQUADIE: ALYSHA BLAZEVIC! Happy January Squadies! I hope everyone had a LEANMAZING holiday’s and are now FULLY...

Relaxation and Meditation

January 16, 2019

The New Year is upon us, and we are back to our busy work schedules! When times get busy, between...

Caul-Lean-flower Tater Taco Casserole

January 15, 2019

Looking for a little variety after an OVERLOAD of Turkey and Ham over the Holidays? Wondering what the PERFECT dish...

LEAN POWERS of Habit

January 9, 2019

Think about your morning and evening routines. When you wake up, there are certain things you do every single day...

LEAN Thai Chicken Coconut Curry

January 8, 2019

LEAN Thai Chicken Coconut Curry AND THE FIRST EVER EPISODE OF COOKING LEANNESS! Firstly, during the cold winter months, something...

GOAL SETTING

January 2, 2019

Wooo!!! Happy 2019 Squadies!! As we ring in the New Year, one of my FAVOURITE LEAN-tivities is GOAL SETTING! Whether...

The LEAN-Scoop on Vacation Lean-tivities!

December 19, 2018

When we think of vacation, what usually comes to mind is friends, relaxation, family, and fun! While we DEFINITELY want...

Slow Cooker: Coconut Quinoa Curry

December 18, 2018

Slow Cooker: Coconut Quinoa Curry Mmm who doesn’t love a warm and delicious curry dish? Not only is this coconut...

Introducing: THE SUPER SQUADIE OF THE MONTH!

December 13, 2018

I am VERY excited to announce our newest initiative: SUPER SQUADIE OF THE MONTH! Over the past year and a...

“How to Navigate the “Not-so-Lean” Holiday Parties

December 12, 2018

Ahh the holiday season - a time filled with friends, family and of course holiday parties! Although all the holiday...

GREEK STYLE CHICKEN LEAN PREP

December 11, 2018

GREEK STYLE CHICKEN LEAN PREP Looking for a new recipe to spice up your meal prep routine? Then this Greek...

IN THE KITCHEN: 3 LEAN HACKS

December 5, 2018

Making sure we fuel our bodies properly is the KEY to feeling LEANMAZING, but that doesn’t mean we should have...

LEANER-GIZING “NO BAKE” ENERGY BITES

December 4, 2018

LEANER-GIZING “NO BAKE” ENERGY BITES Put down the chocolate and let these bites satisfy your sweet tooth! I’m definitely guilty...

How to fend off the dad bod – 4 lean tips

June 14, 2018

We have all heard a lot about the dad bod recently…

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the leansquad clothing drive!!!!

April 24, 2018

THIS SUMMER, THE LEANSQUAD IS GOING TO DO IT'S BEST TO DONATE AS MANY POUNDS OF CLOTHES AS POSSIBLE TO THOSE WHO NEED THEM MOST.

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The Benefits of Intermittent Fasting and How to Use it to Stay Lean and Feel Leanmazing!

February 22, 2018

What are some of the leanmazing benefits of intermittent fasting and how exactly does it work...

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A new beginning: Lean Vlog

December 27, 2017

My first ever lean vlog! Follow along to see how myself, professional athletes, and everyone in between can stay lean while getting fitter and healthier than ever before...

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Baked Eggs in Lean-Cado (Avocado)

October 23, 2017

The best way to start your day is with some high intensity interval training and a nice, tasty lean refuel. That’s why I figured it was only right I share one of my favourite breakfast lean-cipes. This baked egg in avocado is super easy, quick and fuels your body for a energized and leanmazing morning!

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Hallooooo me!!!

October 10, 2017

Hello!!! I am Phil Mackenzie, a born and bred Canadian, who through fortunate circumstances, hard work and a particular instance in which my father insisted I attend provincial rugby tryouts instead of a high-school party, became a professional, international rugby player and now founder of the leansquad!

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