I am super excited to announce that I am involved in an exciting new venture. As you all know, health and wellness is super important to me and something we talk a lot about on the blog. I started using CBD a little over a year ago to help calm my nerves, help me sleep, […]
Journey to Abs: Diet & Fitness Q&A
A month ago, I asked my followers and readers to send me their health and fitness questions. The most common inquiry I got was what was my typical week like, how often I train and what I eat on a daily basis, and what helped me achieve my goals. Now first thing – what works […]
Letter from Chicpea: How I Regained Control of My Body & Found Inner Peace
I get asked a lot about how I stay in shape and look great at my age. I do have articles coming up specifically about health and fitness from my perspective but before I delve into those things, it’s really important to share my struggles and inner issues that led me to make huge changes […]
Top 5 Healthy Meal Deliveries in Jersey City
When working on your new health & fitness goals in the new year, it’s important to focus on the foods you’re eating and making sure you’re getting all your nutritional needs through a balanced diet. Healthy meal deliveries can be a great way to start organizing your diet. Here are our top picks! Graze & […]
Local Businesses to Support on Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday is on November 24th! A bunch of small businesses in Jersey City are throwing events and having sales for the day, and we have a few underrated or recently opened shops in the area. Don’t know where to start? We have you covered! Shop local, stock up on some goodies, and get […]
Healthier Pumpkin Muffins
Fall always makes me want to bake, but sometimes my motivation isn’t quite enough to see me through a huge, complicated baking project. With all the fun fall activities to do locally, I’m looking for quick recipes that don’t require too much time so that I can head back out again. One of my favorite […]
Healthy Living on Main Street
We all know the importance of being healthy by making good food choices, exercising, and keeping up with regular medical visits. The trick is to apply this knowledge during our daily activities. Given that Jersey City has been named among the top 10 most walkable cities in the country by Expedia, local residents can effortlessly […]
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli with Homemade Marinara
Growing up, I was that kid who didn’t like sandwiches. My mom cooked a can of Chef Boyardee for me most mornings, and I took it to school in a thermos. Although now I wouldn’t touch the stuff with a ten foot pole, I am still a huge pasta […]
Jersey City Fitness Directory 2018
Introducing the Jersey City Health & Fitness Directory! Check out a few of our favorite local businesses offering everything you need to stay healthy and in shape! https://www.chicpeajc.com/jc/business/health/
SinglesinJC Boot Camp Mixer!
Calling all singles out there! We’ve teamed up with Base NJ and Atlas Public House to throw you guys a super fun night of sweat, cocktails and overall networking! Keep reading for tickets and more information! The event is taking place this Thursday, June 14th and will begin promptly at 7pm! (Please show up 15 […]
The 3rd Annual JC Fitness Fair
We’re back for another year of health and wellness at the JC Fitness Fair! Bring the family and get active at this free, public event! Feeling strong in your workout? Show us what you’ve got at the JC Fitness Fair on June 2nd at Exchange Place. From 10AM to 2PM, we’ll have competitions and great prizes! Looking […]
The JC Slim Down Challenge
Not a fan of going to the gym? Are you a new mom looking for a new way to kickstart your fitness journey and get back in shape? Look no further! Friends who sweat together most definitely stay together. It’s a sentiment confirmed by a pair of enterprising Jersey City residents, Kausar Rasul and Dougmary […]
Top 5 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
Happy New Year, everybody! We hope you’re ready to start the year on the right foot. Get those resolutions in check, work on what you’ve had in mind for months or years, and have some fun in the new year. Can’t find any events you’re interested in. Our Event Calendar has options! Thursday JC Bump […]
Guacamole Trio
Everyone knows there are TONS of places to get tacos here in JC…But as far as I know there’s only one place with a guacamole MENU….Orale! Orale is known for delicious tacos, a great happy hour, and the popular nighttime scene. However, you might not know that Orale also has a slew of guacamole […]
Breakfast Burritos
Ahh, brunch. What would our weekends be without you? For me, brunch is often the highlight of my weekend. Whether it’s a get together with friends or a brunch date with my husband, brunching is one of my favorite weekend activities! The only problem is, Jersey City has so many great brunch options, it can […]
Healthy Eating is Easier Than You Think
“Sorry, I can’t” became a second-nature phrase for me while I was living in fear of the restaurant world. I had just revamped my fitness journey, stepping outside of my daily ten-mile run and started picking up weights. While I was seeing rapid results and the six-pack of my dreams, I was depriving myself of […]
Easy Hummus Recipe
I love summer weekends! It often times means BBQ season. A great side dish to whip up if you are going to someone’s place or hosting is hummus. It goes well with meat for you carnivores, or even delicious Veggie Burgers for the “others”. The thing about store bought hummus is that it is full of […]
Journey to Abs with Devon Levesque
It’s been a while since our last “Journey to Abs” episode! We’ve been crazy planning ChicpeaJCturns3 and getting things back on track! I am excited to get back to my Journey to Abs and sharing fitness and health tips with my readers! For this episode, I would like you to meet fitness pro, model and […]
Recap of the Second Annual JC Fitness Fair
On May 20th, JC Families and ChicpeaJC held the second annual Jersey City Fitness Fair in front of City Hall. From 11 AM to 2 PM, the public was able to join us for demos, get to know local fitness and health businesses, and try some foods from local vendors. It was a blast!! DJ Bizznice […]
2nd Annual Jersey City Fitness Fair
Join us for the 2nd annual Jersey City Fitness Fair, happening on May 20th in front of City Hall from 11AM to 2PM! Bring your workout clothes and get ready to break a sweat. Last year, we joined forces with JC Families to put together a fun event helping promote local fitness and health businesses […]
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