<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[6 week lean challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Empower Your Body, Transform Your Life]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:35:37 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.nikolaspilates.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Yogurt Bowl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 200g Greek yogurt 0% fat 15g protein powder 50g banana 10g coconut flakes 10g almond butter Directions: Blueberry Chia Jam: add frozen berries, chia seeds, water and honey to a pan (keep it on low-medium heat) Keep stirring until the mixture thickens up into a jam consistency. Mix yogurt along with protein powder in a bowl until smooth and top with remaining ingredients.]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/yogurt-bowl</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e0b2c2b088eb30d61302e6</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:13:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_d7f5bc9e5d6f45efa17d4972db4d972b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cottage Cheese Toast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 2 slices of sourdough bread 30g tomato sauce 150g cottage cheese (low fat) 50g shredded mozarella 5g Parmesan Fresh basil (optional) Directions: Spread tomato sauce onto each slice and sprinkle with a little of the seasonings. Add 75g of cottage cheese on each slice and top with shredded mozarella. Place in the air fryer at 185 degrees for 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts and turns slightly golden. Remove from the air fryer and sprinkle with a little more oregano, Parmesan &#38;...]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/cottage-cheese-toast</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e0b0afb088eb30d612fcb2</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:57:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_fb8724be0f1b4c6fb95125fa3feb7266~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strawberry Clusters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 300g strawberries 300g Greek yogurt (vanilla Oikos) 100g white chocolate 1/2 tsp of coconut oil Directions: Cut strawberries into small pieces and mix together with yogurt. Scoop the mixture onto baking sheet and freeze for 2-3 hours. Melt white chocolate with 1/2 tsp of coconut oil in the microwave for about 30 seconds, then mix and put it for another 20 seconds. Remove the strawberries from the freezer and using a fork, coat the strawberries in the chocolate mixture, place on...]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/strawberry-clusters</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de29d0698fcbe5d29e5b1b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:55:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_c64986b85aef4da6be29a9e75daf28cd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oven Fries 100% Guilt-Free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 250g raw potatoes spray oil (optional) seasonings: salt, pepper, sweet paprika, oregano Directions: Peel the potatoes and cut them into long strips, add them to a bowl of cold water for about 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and try to get them as dry as possible. Add to a bowl, spray with some olive oil and add your seasonings. Toss everything together. Spread the fries evenly on a baking tray lined with baking parchment. Ideally, they won't touch or overlap. Bake them at 180...]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/oven-fries-100-guilt-free</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d7893b0b7119100d00a6a2</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:16:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_1ba4cd78fbe44ce492b62a432073be7b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blueberry Chia Pudding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 250g kefir 27g chia seeds 70g blueberries (frozen) 100g Greek yogurt Cinnamon 1 tsp honey 8g almond flakes Directions: Blend blueberries or mash into smooth puree. In another bowl, mix the blueberry puree with kefir until combined. Stir in the chia seeds thoroughlyand add greek yogurt to make it more creamy. Mix until combined. Add honey and cinnamon for taste, stir gently to combine. Cover and refrigerate overnight and sprinkle with some fresh blueberries and almond flakes.]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/blueberry-chia-pudding</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d651c50b7119100dfdd47c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:06:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_8565795481e24718b73db8420c6374b2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scrambled Oats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 1/2 banana 35g oats 1 egg 1 tsp cinnamon Directions: Mash the banana with a fork, then add in the oats, egg and cinnamon. Mix everything together. Pour the mixture onto the pan and spread it out flat. Let it cook for about 2-3 minutes then break up into more and more pieces as you go. Serve with yogurt and any toppings you like!]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/scrambled-oats</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6506cbf4ea4bc230704f9</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:01:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_959753fa3d49496bb228906152e7aed2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chocolate Banana Bread]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 20g flour 20g wheat bran 1/2 mashed banana 8g cocoa powder 100g egg whites 1 tsp baking powder Optional: sweetener Directions: In a bowl, mash the banana until smooth and creamy. Add the egg whites to the mashed banana and whisk gently until well combined. Stir in the flour, wheat bran, cocoa powder, and baking powder, mixing until a smooth batter forms. Pour the batter into your prepared dish, and bake for 18-20 minutes at 180 degrees.]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/chocolate-banana-bread</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4fb0d10427b2b314924be</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:43:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_eae33ab73ad143eb94a080f8c62186b9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistachio Dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 35g oats 150ml almond milk 200ml water 100g egg whites (about 3 eggs) 35ml almond milk 2 small medjool dates 10g pistachio spread 6g pistachios Directions: Cook oats in 150ml of milk and 200ml water. Add 2 medjool date and wait until everything cooks. Pour 100g of egg whites and keep your heat on low while whisking until it becomes fluffy and thick. Transfer to a bowl, add pistachio spread, crushed pistachios and a bit of almond milk.]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/pistachio-dream</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4f9cf33362686b5d57256</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:39:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_859b82c0f4bb4a11ade87a72e3ab73a8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morning Omelette]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 2 eggs Spinach 50g cottage cheese 7g pesto 1/2 tsp oregano 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp herbal pepper Pinch of salt Directions: Whisk the eggs with seasonings. Add it to the pan, put spinach and cook on medium heat. In a small bowl add cottage cheese, more spinach and pesto, mix until combined. Once your omelette is ready, add the mixture to it and enjoy.]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/morning-omelette</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4f86733362686b5d56ecf</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:34:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_cdcec08a841547fbaa6ef132d5c1e64f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angel Pancake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 150g egg whites 2 tsp cinnamon 1-2 tbsp erythritol 1/2 tsp baking powder Toppings: 40g greek yogurt Handful frozen berries Some gf syrup Directions: Add egg whites, baking powder, cinnamon, sweetener, and whisk the mixture until it's thick. Heat a non stick pan over medium heat. Pour the mixture into the pan and cook on low-medium heat, cooking for 3-5 minutes each side. Add your favourite toppings and enjoy :)]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/angel-pancake</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4f6ddb75c5d3058250739</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:28:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_d53115bcc7064b388031debea458cae8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrot Cake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 1 egg 25g flour 35g grated carrot 10ml almond milk 6g almonds 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon For Frosting: 10g light cream cheese 20g natural yogurt 0.1% fat Bit of erythritol Almond flakes Directions: To a bowl add egg, flour, grated carrot, milk, almonds, baking powder and cinnamon (optional sweetener) and mix until combined. Bake for 20-25 minutes on 180 degrees.]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/carrot-cake</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4f5d5f1e9d95ab5e6fa0b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:21:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_a0e5649c65844cef840d2bd7d7e38c65~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheesecake Bun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 100g lean curd (tvorog) 45g plain flour 1 egg 1 tsp baking powder Sweetener of your choice 20g blueberries 50g yogurt 5g zero sugar vanilla pudding powder Directions: Mash the lean curd with an egg using a fork. Add the remaining ingredients and mix the dough. Place on a baking sheet lined with baking paper and shape into a bun. You can use a glass to make a hollow in the middle (to add your filling). Bake for approx. 27 minutes at 180 degrees. You can sprinkle with powdered...]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/cheesecake-bun</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4f49174eeae096e50d0ae</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:16:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_0a728344f7664f1bb08390cb955c24c4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baked Zucchini]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 120g ground turkey 1/2 zucchini 50g low fat shredded cheese 195g peeled tomatoes 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 herbal pepper Pinch of salt 1/2 tsp garlic 1/2 paprika Directions: Slice your zucchini thinly and air fry at 180 degrees for 5-7 minutes. Cook ground turkey with the seasonings. Once it's cooked, add peeled tomatoes to it and mix until combined (use more seasoning if needed). Layer zucchini, ground turkey and cheese on top. Bake at 190 degrees for 10-20 minutes until the cheese melts.]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/baked-zucchini</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4f2c1f1e9d95ab5e6f1ab</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:11:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_bc01d4fe9c624cca940ad30cf80393ea~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Banana Split]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 1 banana 160g vanilla yogurt (recommended YoPRO, Oikos) 60g frozen raspberries 5g peanut butter 15g sugar free granola Optional: cinnamon to taste Directions: Cut the banana in half and place it on a plate. Add yogurt and all the toppings.]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/banana-split</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4f1a6b75c5d305824f92e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:04:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_6119be3ec0904182b99bb448eb67e05c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glow Smoothie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 150g frozen strawberries 1/2 banana Handful of spinach 15g protein powder 250ml almond milk Directions: Place everything in a blender and blitz until smooth. Pour your smoothie into a cup and enjoy!]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/glow-smoothie</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4f08974eeae096e50c5fc</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:59:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_e7a205d7eadd4b5d9d4fff26080d063f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_739,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Banana Pancakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 1 banana 1 egg 37g flour 25g cottage cheese 12g chocolate chips 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon Directions: Mash the banana. Mix with the egg, baking powder, flour and cottage cheese until combined. Next add chocolate chips and combine together. Heat a non stick pan over medium heat, spoon the mixture to form medium sized pancakes. Cook for 2-4 minutes, flip and do the same with other side. Serve with fruits, skyr (optional).]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/banana-pancakes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4eee6b75c5d305824f2ba</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:54:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_81ec6ad68e754dd2aabdb58138da123f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_978,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Double Chocolate Cake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recipe makes 2 servings. Ingredients: 30g flour 15g cacao powder 25g chocolate protein powder 2 eggs 3g baking powder 120g Philadelphia 50g skyr natural/vanilla Erythritol (or sweetener of choice) 20g chocolate spread (no added sugar) 10g chocolate chips Directions: In a microwave-safe dish, add the flour, 10g cocoa powder, protein powder, eggs, baking powder and erythritol. Mix well until fully combined, then microwave at 700 W for 3-4 minutes, or until set. Once cooked, carefully remove...]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/double-chocolate-cake</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4ec8bfc74251ed3c2b87c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:47:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_d45c30e00b1d4f279673e525b4d33710~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buckwheat Porridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 50g buckwheat 200ml water 100ml almond milk 6g cocoa powder Directions: Boil buckwheat with water for 15 minutes &#38; add cocoa powder, milk and combine together. Cook on low/medium heat. Once it's done, add your toppings and enjoy!]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/buckwheat-porridge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4ea0010427b2b3148fa3a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:37:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_c34071beca4748eeb7a08fab9fda0463~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["Cesar" Salad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 100g plant based schnitzel 200g romaine lettuce Handful of spinach (optional) 60g natural yogurt 20g Parmesan 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp pepper Directions: Bake your schnitzel in the oven for about 10-20 minutes at 220 degrees. In the meantime, put romaine lettuce and handful of spinach into a bowl. For the sauce, combine yogurt with the seasonings &#38; 8g Parmesan, and add a bit of water. Next, pour the sauce over the salad and combine. Once your schnitzel is cooked, put it on the...]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/cesar-salad</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4e8ceb75c5d305824e430</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:26:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_8617d21645bc4d3b85b73cfcb074a5b8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["Alfredo" Creamy Pasta with Cauliflower]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients: 65g tagliatelle (uncooked) 200g cauliflower florets 150g low-fat cottage cheese 15g grated Parmesan cheese 120ml unsweetened almond milk 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp garlic (minced or powder) Directions: Boil tagliatelle according to package instructions. Reserve a splash of pasta water before draining. Boil or steam cauliflower until very soft (about 10-12 minutes). Drain well. Add cooked cauliflower, cottage cheese, parmesan, almond milk, garlic, pepper, and a pinch of salt to...]]></description><link>https://www.nikolaspilates.com/post/alfredo-creamy-pasta-with-cauliflower</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4e16db75c5d305824d0fa</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:21:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3bec7e_4139443078f047adb425a5877f5b36c0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>infonikolaspilates</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>