Maybe you’ve already done your spring cleaning and de-cluttering. You’ve cleaned out the office, the house, the home gym, the garage, and the car clutter. All of your external clutter is cleared and complete. Good for you! That’s progress. But what about any internal clutter? Mind and body clutter? Have you released all of that garbage?

Spring is an opportunity to cleanse in mind and body. As the weather warms, it presents us with an opportunity to sweat, releasing toxins and all that junk that we are perhaps clinging to. Along with warmer weather, comes new foods to explore. As we shift into this season, it’s time to say goodbye to all the heavy, rich foods of winter and embrace the lighter, fresh foods of spring. Now is the time to consciously choose foods that are fresh, vibrant, and renewing.

To support your health and fitness and your workouts at the Pivotal Fitness Greenville gym, take the commencement of this spring season as an opportunity to do some internal cleansing, starting with the creation and preparation of a seasonal, paleo-fied dish.

Last night I was super inspired to whip together a light dish that resonated spring. While I desired lightness, I also wanted a dish substantial enough to support my level of activity. If you do a lot of heavy lifting combined with a fair amount of cardio at the Pivotal Fitness Greenville gym, you definitely understand the importance of a high protein/healthy fat diet, combined with an adequate, healthy carb supply. This meal was definitely balanced and full of nutrients, yet renewing and fresh.

Gambas Al Ajillo {Garlic Shrimp}

This is a classic tapas dish. It was super easy to prepare and incredibly infused with flavor. Find the recipe at my favorite Paleo recipe resource: www.thefoodee.com. Note: I opted for coconut oil.

Avocado Tomato Cilantro Trio

Ingredients:

• 1 sliced avocado
• 2 medium sized tomatoes (cubed)
• 2 tbsp. cilantro
• 1 tbsp. red wine balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• salt to taste
• ½ cup cooked corn
• 1 juice of lime

Directions: Put all ingredients into a mixing bowl and stir around for a delicious side salad to pair with the garlic shrimp.

Check out the brilliant, spring colors on this dish:

Red wine goes just brilliantly with this meal. Opt for a Pinot Noir or Merlot, as those are the wines with the lowest amount of sugar content.

This renewing, seasonally in-tune meal will put some spring in your step.

Get on board with the season to support your health and Pivotal Fitness Greenville gym goals.