The Importance of Balanced Nutrition for a Workout
Great nutrition before and after a workout is a crucial part of any fitness plan for several reasons. There are a few ways that implementing more wholesome foods can help you optimize the outcome of your current workout routine, such as: Below are several specific foods and nutrients that are particularly important for pre- and […]

Finding the Right Gym Partner for You
January 13, 2023While everyone has their own fitness goals and workout methods, sometimes finding a person to exercise with can make a world of a difference when it comes to progress. A workout partner has the ability to give you an extra push when you need it or even help take your focus off the discomfort that […]
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Four Signs Group Fitness Is Right for You
October 11, 2022Group fitness is an exercise routine that has been around for decades and has come a long way from the days of high ponytails, sweatbands, and Jazzercise. It is comprised of classes that are normally led by an instructor in a group setting. If you are finding that your gym routine needs some added variety, […]
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Spooky Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients:- 6 bell peppers
- 1/2 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage
- A small onion, diced
- 15-ounch can of tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup white rice, cooked
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and clear the inside of the seeds and membranes. Carve out jack-o'-lantern face or desired design in the side of the pepper.
- Boil water in a large pot. Add peppers to water and cook for five minutes.
- In a large skillet fry ground beef, sausage, and onion on medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease.
- Add tomato sauce, garlic, rice, Worcestershire sauce, and onion powder to skillet and mix into meat and onion. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon mixture into bell peppers.
- Place peppers into an ungreased dish. Cook in the oven for 25 minutes. Top peppers with shredded cheese and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes. Let stand one minute before serving.

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Matthew Coutu
Why did you join Dakotah! Sport and Fitness?
"Convenience and location."
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