Comments on julie golean: Calling All Oat Bran-Ers!

It's so hard to have a good attitude on an off day...

2009-11-05T07:40:06.189-05:00

It's so hard to have a good attitude on an off day, but you seem to have that down! Sorry about the bike, though...uggggh!

With oat bran you need A LOT more water than you n...

2009-11-05T04:37:18.812-05:00

With oat bran you need A LOT more water than you ned with regular oats. I usually use say 1/3 cup bran and 1 cup water, or 1/2 cup bran and 1.5 cups water. The more water, the creamier and more voluminous it will get!

Congrats on the win! I'd rather have seen the Cubs...

2009-11-05T00:22:41.884-05:00

Congrats on the win! I'd rather have seen the Cubs there but that wasn't going to happen this year.
Great job on the workout! Way to be motivated!

One of my fave oat bran creations: http://thebrocc...

2009-11-04T23:38:35.163-05:00

One of my fave oat bran creations: http://thebroccolihut.com/recipe-carolines-coconutty-carrot-cake-oat-bran/

GOOD FOR YOU getting up every a.m. to get a workou...

2009-11-04T20:23:15.307-05:00

GOOD FOR YOU getting up every a.m. to get a workout in before work especially when you get that feeling creeping in saying "I reallyyy just don't want to go..." You always seem to be able to stay positive (even when 1/2 asleep) and get yourself going & thats awesome! :)

Yummm that breakfast is looking mightyyy fine...

Hope you're having a good week girl! :)

Mmmm I'm loving ALL your food!! Not so much that Y...

2009-11-04T19:56:55.951-05:00

Mmmm I'm loving ALL your food!! Not so much that Yankees banner though... GO PHILLIES!

your "right" and "left" bowls of food look deeeeli...

2009-11-04T18:13:50.396-05:00

your "right" and "left" bowls of food look deeeelish! I look forward to seeing your creations with oatbran, because I a an oat bran virgin.

killer workout today :D

have a good night! xoxo

Heart the Yankee's door ;) Your food looks good...

2009-11-04T17:38:35.114-05:00

Heart the Yankee's door ;)

Your food looks good mine was so boring I doubt it makes my blog today!

Was that the difficult client that made progress?

Well, I already gave you my bran-411 so I'll say t...

2009-11-04T17:29:10.342-05:00

Well, I already gave you my bran-411 so I'll say this: YAY for EC action!! Get it, gurrrrl ;)

May I suggest topping your brany breakfast with some PB2 and carob/chocolate chips?! It's delish! Glad your client made progress!! That's always satisfying for both of you!

oh pooks here's the dealio (that I use for my Obra...

2009-11-04T17:09:37.357-05:00

oh pooks here's the dealio (that I use for my Obran at least) use double the amount of liquid that you use for the oatbran (i.e. use half up liquid, 1 cup water) allow liquid to boil on the stovetop (vanilla almond milk is le best!) then add the oat bran, stir that bebe up pretty consistently so it doesnt stick to the pot (mom always yells at me for that) put in your fav bowl and add lots of yummy goodies :)

I also got tons of oat bran help when I lost my oat bran virginity -- check the comments hurr:

http://peanutbutterandjennys.blogspot.com/2009/07/oat-bran-woes.html

later hotstuff!

No instructions??? Yikes. Ok well the oat bran I ...

2009-11-04T16:29:32.574-05:00

No instructions??? Yikes. Ok well the oat bran I eat is Hogsdon Mills. I measure 1/4 cup of it and put it in a LARGE bowl, then pour 1 cup of cold water and a DASH of salt into the bowl. The I heat it in the microwave for 1 minute 30 seconds, then stir, then another minute and 30 seconds, then stir, then another minute. Then mix my favorite mix-ins and enjoy!

I adore your positive attitude and early rising!

2009-11-04T15:59:14.960-05:00

I adore your positive attitude and early rising!

i do equal parts water, oat bran, soy milk, boil t...

2009-11-04T15:48:09.675-05:00

i do equal parts water, oat bran, soy milk, boil the milk and water for a minute add the oats, whisk! and let is cook for a little i slice up a banana too and whiskkk yummmmm! then add peanut butter (:

Great attitude during spin! Oat bran is easy. 1 ...

2009-11-04T15:33:22.868-05:00

Great attitude during spin!

Oat bran is easy. 1 cup liquid, 1/3 cup oat bran. I find that whisking it in works best. Unless you like clumps, of course!!

WOW Jules, you are a real trooper. I have definite...

2009-11-04T15:12:26.348-05:00

WOW Jules, you are a real trooper. I have definitely been there – forcing myself to get to a class in the morning and then realizing my favorite teacher isn’t there and the substitute sucks. Hahah I guess it isn’t as bad as my favorite bike breaking, but I think you dealt with it super well!

In terms of oatbran, I make the same way as my oatmeal, except I put more water in to it and don’t add any protein powder cuz I feel like it sits like a brick in my stomach. I do ½ cup bran, ½ cup hot water, microwave for 30 seconds. And then I add more water and stir it so it’s not a thick mess (unless you like it that way!), then I put in the toppings, cold yogurt, frozen fruit, nut butter….all the works. So that’s my cheaters way of making oatbran! Hope it helps!

homemade zuke & kale chips AND a TJ's re-stashing ...

2009-11-04T15:05:10.291-05:00

homemade zuke & kale chips AND a TJ's re-stashing run? nice.

Im sure I should know this....but when you said training a client, are you a personal trainer? I am an unemployed at the moment yoga teacher. Moved to Phoenix 9 weeks ago and need to find a studio, just havent gotten there yet.

Assuming you are a trainer, would love to chat with you girl about it! How long, do you like it, etc!

I love oat bran! These actually cook on the stove...

2009-11-04T15:04:57.156-05:00

I love oat bran!

These actually cook on the stove a lot faster than oats, like 1 minute (after reaching a boil and reducing heat to medium) as opposed to 5. Same with microwaving, it should only take 1-2 minutes.

Depending on your preferences, a serving of oat bran is 1/3 cup and you usually want 1 cup of liquid (less if you want it thicker). I usually do less, like 1/3 cup oat bran and 2/3 cup water.

Good luck!

Your front door looks lame....I'm just saying ;) J...

2009-11-04T14:58:07.518-05:00

Your front door looks lame....I'm just saying ;) Just kidding! I think its awesome that ya'll are showing so much team spirit- that rocks! Way to make lemonade girl! And what a delicious looking lunch. I make really yummy oat bran cookies (recipe on my blog). For just regular cooking- I do pretty much the same thing as what I do with oats. Hope the rest of your day goes well!!