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Posted on December 27, 2018  |  Strong Moves

Your 2021 Blueprint

If it’s important enough to live by, it’s important enough to put in place.

This is about setting yourself up so you can make better decisions better. Lay out this board & put it up somewhere where you see it every darn day. I have a photo on my phone – so on days I’m not at home I see it. Watch, Do & Enjoy!

Follow my 5 step guide below.

5 steps to a Blueprint that Works

1. Buy a big white poster board 

(Cheap from Bartells- mine was $0.99, Fred Meyer, Target…)  gather up some colored pencils a Sharpie, pair of scissors and some scotch tape

2. Collect Images of what you wanna bring into your life this next year.

I like scrolling through my phone for good memories that I want more of/ need to sustain me. For example people in your life you should connect with more often, coaches/guides you need to check in with to stay awesome/get stronger (on any level)

Practices you need to keep doing: meditating, singing, dancing, walking outside, connecting with good friends, showing up early and ready.

After you have those – Google image search – or thumb through some cool magazines to find stuff you want for yourself.. maybe a kitchen remodel, some awesome new people in your life, skinny jeans, a more flexible body, more money.. ANything! Have fun with this

3.  The GAME CHANGER !

Write out EXACTLY what you have to do to get AND keep each thing in your life 

ex:  I want to show up better for my friends, students & boyfriend. That means:  I’ve got to  – show up 5 mins early, settle myself for 5-10 mins before (deep breath walk outside) stretching and putting my phone down 5 mins before a friend call or zoom session.  I’ve also got to meditate for at least 5 mins every AM – and give myself 20 mins to move and hydrate + enjoy  my coffee before I interact with anyone (except my cat Nina). All that needs to happen for me to simply “Show Up Better”

4. Put down exactly how much time you must give to that intention

Each thing you put on takes time.

Some may take more time than others, be super realistic about what you put up for yourself. Use my example above. If I say I’ll be ready for dinner at 5:15 – that means I should be ready and then also budget 5 mins to settle my energy and put myself in a great space to enjoy that with my love.

5. SCHEDULE IT! 

If you don’t schedule it – It doesn’t exist.  This is you taking action – now you just gotta show up. So text your friends – line up those dates, Email your coaches and guides – put the dates and times down 1 month at a time.

See how this works?

Take a critical eye to the stuff you put on your blueprint

  • Can you dedicate the time to what you want?
  • Will you have the energy and money to sustain this?
  • Do you care enough to keep it up?  Ya gotta give at least two shits about each thing:)

I’ll Share the Completed Board with you on Facebook – Jan 2nd.  CLICK HERE to for my FB page

Tagged: 2019, New Years, vision board

Posted on November 30, 2018  |  Uncategorized

December 2018 Newsletter

“Failure is the condiment that gives success it’s flavor”

-Truman Capote

 Late October, just 6 weeks ago.. I flew myself to Pittsburgh for an Elite Certification – The Strongfirst BodyWeight Course.

And you know what happened? I failed.. a lot!  But the rewards and success that is coming now is so worth all that falling on my face.

CLICK HERE to see my fall on my face in front of Master Coach Karen Smith AND learn why failure and intense struggle/discomfort is essential to reaching ANY goal.

WAIT. WAIT!

Check out my Holiday pant and sanity saving tips for this December

 

 

Let’s take a look at what this month has in store for you!

December is a really fun month- right?!

It’s full of celebration, comfort and joy. Whether you’re into the holidays or not- we all get a bit indulgent and let go more.
Hello eggnog lattes, cookies, cocktails, deep couch sitting and hitting the snooze button.

Since I’m a human too, I totally get this. I know that getting in that workout can be close to impossible and that despite my best intentions I’m gonna want some chocolate covered nuts daily!

I also totally get wanting to FEEL fit, strong and not mentally lash yourself for enjoying life a bit more

So I decided to keep it real.. I’ve got 3 quick things to keep you feeling awesome and enjoying all the times this month.

1. Workout Video- HOLIDAY BURNER. Quick, heart pumping fun moves you can do anywhere- only a towel is needed.

 

 

 

 

2. My go to December Dessert that keeps you lean, strong and happens to be hella delcious, creamy, indulgent and filling

 

 

3. Simple strength tip straight from my heart to yours – to keep your head up and take on your goals while enjoying life 🙂

Let’s Do This!

CLICK ABOVE on the LINKS and photos – get your goods, feel awesome and have truckloads of fun doing it all 🙂

PLUS CLICK HERE for all my Small Group Training Times + My Kettlebell Intro and reg classes

 

Tagged: december newsletter

Posted on November 30, 2018  |  Uncategorized

VIDEO Bre’s Top Notch Hot Cocoa

Bre’s Cocoa Recipe Serves 2

  • 1.5 cup almond milk
  • 1.5 cup oat milk ( oat milk makes it more creamy & is gluten free. You can opt for another 1.5 cup almond milk
  • 2 tbps coconut cream (look for small can in ethnic food aisle- OR skim off top of coconut milk full fat can)
  • 2 tbsp CACAO powder (nothing on ingredients except “Organic cacao”
  • 1 tbsp raw honey
  • 1/2 packet Four Sigmatic Mushroom Cacao Mix  CLICK HERE for Amazon link  

OR instead of Four sigmatic packet add in:

  • 2 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 1 tsp nutmeg powder

Directions

  1. Heat up small pot of almond milk, coconut cream until almost boiling
  2. Add cacao , honey and spices
  3. whisk well
  4. enjoy!

CLICK HERE for science behind why Cacao is awesome for you + my go to treats

Tagged: cacao, Dec 2018, holiday treat, hot chocolate, newsletter Dec 2018

Posted on November 30, 2018  |  Uncategorized

“Failure Is The Condiment That Gives Success It’s Flavor ” Truman Capote

We all know it – Sometimes you gotta take the risk and fail in order to do better

Late October I failed, a lot

As a strength coach, I am determined to learn the absolute most efficient moves that unlock strength like no other

One of these elite moves is the One arm Push Up.

Why am I so determined to get this? Because it will make almost ALL other movements more powerful, light up your brain and lean you out like no other.  Plus my goal is to keep getting smarter and stronger till I’m 90 🙂

So go ahead – CLICK BELOW, watch me Fail. Then read on to see why I had to fly my butt across the country and invest big bucks to get better as a coach and strength student.

We gotta take that leap for the net to appear, right?  And sometimes that’s a big fall till you find the net. But no human EVER made strides and reached big goals without getting uncomfortable, failing and falling.

What failing the SFB taught me was how to do better!  I went in with the best intentions, put my all in and can see now exactly how to move forward (Thanks to great coaches that saw me fail and are teaching me how to do better)

See when you show up and show others where you want to go, with your head up and heart out.. they will most likely reach out a hand and give you that next step forward.

If we never fail, fall, take risks we will NEVER move forward. If you want to reach any goal – you’ve go to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.

SO next time you tell yourself you wanna lose weight or run that next race – also tell yourself that you’re gonna have to have patience with yourself – stay firm  through your inner child throwing a fit that you can not eat those cookies, fries, or that fav bevvie of yours. Stop saying “This is Hard or this isn’t fair” Brave the rain and the dark mornings – get up, get out and keep getting up, out and pushing away those little excuses… you just gotta keep doing exactly that EVERY DAY.

Just KNOW THIS – you must keep being uncomfortable (drill out those daily comforts you built up). Consistency and tenacity is the only way through this – but cool thing is the YOU, you really wanna be is waiting for you patiently – you just gotta keep falling and it will get easier:) You just gotta keep it up, every day.

From my heart to yours

Breanne Curran

Tagged: fail, Karen Smith, one arm push up, SFB

Posted on November 30, 2018  |  Uncategorized

Holiday Travel Workout 2018

Let’s get through this holiday season with out fighting a war with our favorite jeans OR getting moody and crabby

Take on a workout – you can do anytime anywhere – No matter if you have 4 mins or 40 mins

It’s my HOLIDAY Burner Bodyweight Workout!

Just follow the vid and check out step by step WRITTEN moves in the photo – so you can more easily get this done.

This is a great workout to do everyday up to 6 days a week – do the best you can – One day may be 4 mins – another day 40!  Just get moving everyday and enjoy!! 

 

Tagged: at home workout, bodyweight, holiday workout

Posted on November 21, 2018  |  Uncategorized

Delicious Yet Totally Healthy T Giving Sides

TWO super easy, healthy and delicious T Giving sides – ANYONE can eat and totally enjoy

  • Cheesy Garlic and Herb Mashed Cauliflower

  • Roasted Yam and Kale Salad

I’m super excited to bring this to my boyfriend’s family’s house on Thursday.. because even though this stuff is super healthy, dairy free, gluten free, sugar free and packed with awesome nutrients- both recipes taste super indulgent – comforting, filling and full of awesome fall flavors that pair great with other traditional T giving foods

I’m pretty sure you’re gonna love these!

(I’m tripling both of these – so I have leftovers for myself and I can feed 8-10 people)

Cheesy Garlic and Herb Cauliflower Mash – Everyday Detox, Megan Gilmore

Serves 4-6

  • 1 tbsp ghee
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 (2.5 lb head) cauliflower- cut into florets
  • 2 tsp fresh minced thyme leaves
  • 2 tso fresh sage leaves
  • 1/4 cup soft goat cheese
  • 1-2 tsp salt (pink himalayan )
  • 1 tsp fresh ground pepper

 

 

1. Melt ghee or grassfed butter in a large stockpot over med heat. Add garlic and saute until frgrant, bout 1 min. Add the water and the florets, bring to a boil. Cover and lower the heat – steaming until cauli is easily pierced with a fork

2. Transfer cooked garlic and cauli alonf with all remaining liquid to a food processor fitted with an “S” blade ( see photo). Add the thyme, sage and chevre. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Process until the cauli is pureed with a fluffy texture – like mashed potatoes!

3. Adjust any seasonings to taste – return to med heat and stir to heat well – serve up and enjoy!!

** make it vegan – omit the goat cheese and use coconut oil

PCC Roasted Yam and Kale Salad- 4-5 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds unpeeled Jewel or Garnet yams, cut into wedges 1-inch long by 1/2-inch wide
  • 1/4 cup cooking oil, divided
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup whole cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 bunch green kale, tough stems removed and leaves cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

Preheat oven to 400° F.

Toss yams with 1 tablespoon oil, salt and pepper. Spread out yams on a baking sheet.

Line a baking dish with foil and place garlic cloves in the center. Drizzle about 1 1/2 teaspoons oil over cloves and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Fold up the foil to create a packet and seal tightly.

Place both the baking sheet of yams and garlic in the oven. Roast yams until golden and tender, 35 to 45 minutes. Roast garlic until soft, 40 to 50 minutes. Allow both to cool.

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally, 30 to 40 minutes. Cool.

Increase oven temperature to 450° F.

Lightly coat kale with remaining oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast until soft but lightly browned at the edges, about 3 minutes. Cool.

Combine roasted garlic cloves, vinegar and thyme in a food processor or blender; blend until smooth. Combine dressing, yams, kale and onions in a large bowl; toss to coat.

Tagged: mashed cauliflower, recipes, Thanksgiving

Posted on November 21, 2018  |  Uncategorized

Tgiving Workout Times!

Set yourself up right Thansgiving weekend

” Right” = stay sane + feel awesome + look damn fine:)

Come join any of these times- Just make sure you sign up ASAP – By 8 Pm tonight Wed Nov, 21

Call  206-452-1500 or stop by the front desk at the MAC (macseattle.com) to sign up.  EVen if you told ME you are coming  – PLEASE still sign up with front desk:)

Groups are maxed at 7 people and I want to make sure I can program best for YOU!

ALL classes will be calorie torchers these days- high strength + high cardio with stretching and plenty o’ ABS.

Thurs- Thanksgiving! 

8 AM – MAC Fit2

9 AM Kettlebell

 

Friday – Nov 23

7 AM MAC Fit 2

8 AM Kettlebell

 

Sat- Nov 24 

8 AM MacFit 2

9 AM Kettlebell

 

See you soon!

Tagged: kettlebell, small group workouts, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving workouts, workout times

Posted on October 15, 2018  |  Strong Moves

Primal Workout Video!

Okay, so to get in a full body workout – anywhere – no matter how much time you have – you Gotta hit up Primal Moves

I’m super into this stuff right now-Truth is – this isn’t just a passing phase, I’ve been studying these systems for some time and decided to finally put my money where my mouth is – pay the pro’s on this stuff to teach me.. get certified- so I can hand you the best stuff!

This last month I got certified in both GFM  (Ground Force Method) AND  working on my SFB (StrongFirst Bodyweight)– this one is a beast!

CLICK on each name (above) to see what these are all about and why my skillset in these will make you even MORE awesome!

Awesome = stronger, faster, smarter, happier.. while turning heads and making people say ” Damn! that’s one awesome person”

So why the heck will this work for you?

1. You can do it anywhere + no equipment is needed = NO excuses

2. It’s super challenging = You’ll get stronger, leaner and get your mind off work and other mind draining shit

3. It has balance, flexibility +strength and cardio = You’ll stay safe in everything else you do, you’ll increase joint strength and core strength!

4. It’s FUN = You’ll do it more often:)

So check out my Video with full step by step instructions  CLICK HERE – The step by step moves I detailed in this photo. Have Fun.. that’s what all this shit is about, right?!

Breanne’s Primal Flow 10/2018 from Breanne on Vimeo.

 

https://vimeo.com/295282341

 

Tagged: at home workout, Bodyweight workout, Breanne's Oct 2018 workout vid, GFM, primal flow, travel workout

Posted on October 1, 2018  |  Uncategorized

October Recipe! Lamb and Escarole stuffed Acorn Squash

Preheat oven to 425.

FIRST Bake acorn squash:

  1. Slice in half – 3 acorn squash (each person gets a half)
  2. Sccop out seeds in center and place facedown in baking dish – add 1 inch of cold water
  3. Place in oven and let bake for 30 mins.

**once timer goes off, drain water – turn face up and bake for another 15 mins

FILLING

  • 2 tbsp ghee
  • 1 sweet onion – diced
  • 4 celery ribs diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 lb grass fed lamb
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 cups escarole

 

  1. Get out a very large saucepan – drop in ghee and let heat over med heat for 1 min – add the garlic, celery and onion. let saute on low for 3 mins
  2. Add cinnamon and thyme – stir and let suate for 1 min more
  3. Add lamb and cook for 4-6 mins till good and brown
  4. Add Tomato puree and chicken broth

Mix evenly and let simmer for 10 mins on low

Add escarole bout 1-3 mins before done (so 7 mins into simmer time)

DONE!

Scoop lamb mix into acorn squash – Put BACK in oven on Broil for 2-5 mins.

ILOoove topping this with a little grated pecorino, sheeps cheese, + some avocado

 

ENJOY!

 

Tagged: acorn squash, lamb, lamb and escarole, October recipe

Posted on August 28, 2018  |  Awesome Foods

ChocoAvo Pudding

 See YouTube video below on why this is the perfect snack for activating days when you need to “Simma Down Now”

** make this at least 24 hours before you want to enjoy it. See notes at bottom

Makes 6 servings of 1/2 cup each. Great with berries on top!

Ingredients:

  • 4 med size ripe avocados
  • 1 cup coconut cream (canned)
  • 4 tablespoons unsweetened dark cocao powder (I love Nativa.. Just look for only ingredient being “cacao” NOT Cocoa on the label)
  • 3 tablespoons raw honey (taste to determine)
  • 3 ounces of dark chocolate ** must say Cacao.. NOT Cocoa (72% or higher), melted  My fav is “Taza Chocolate- WICKED DARK”
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp plant based milk (oatmilk or almond are best)
  • 1/8th  teaspoon salt
  • fresh mint for garnish *optional

Directions:

1. Remove avocados from the skin (and pit) and place in a blender or food processor.
 
leave till you’ve added the rest of the ingredients before blending.

2. In a small pot on low melt the chocolate bars & coconut cream (bout 2 mins). Add to avos in blender

3. Add cacao powder, honey, vanilla and salt, blending until pureed, scraping down the sides when needed to combine.

Taste and season/sweetened additionally if desired. Blend for a good 1 to 2 minutes until completely creamy.

**Put in fridge for 24 hours before FOR best consistency . This is VERY filling stuff – about a 1/4 cup serving is great as a snack or dessert.

Tagged: avocado, avocados, choco avo pudding, chocolate, chocolate pudding, pudding

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