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#WellnessWednesday: Goji Berry Rolled Oats

Sep 30th 2015

Today on #WellnessWednesday: Goji Berry Oats with Sarah W. (@oatsandwoes)Recipe: Rolled oats made with vanilla almond milk, topped with coconut, blueberries, raspberries, Justin’s almond butter and Navitas Naturals goji berries.Goji berries are the most nutritionally dense fruit on Earth, containing all essential amino acids, the highest protein content of any fruit and 15 X the iron of spinach.” … read more

Brand History: Hunter Boots

Posted by Liz L. on Sep 23rd 2015

Written by Liz L., Women’s Technical SalespersonFounded: 1856Country of Origin: ScotlandFamous for: The Wellington Boot Originally founded under the name of the North British Rubber Company in 1856, the company transformed what was once (and arguably still is) a practical work boot into a timeless fashion piece. The feature that really set these boots apart at the time was the use of vulcanization – a chemical process where sulfur is added to natural rubber to add superior protection from … read more

#WellnessWednesday: Rekindle Your Fitness Spark! 5 Great Ways to Stay Motivated

Posted by Sarah B. on Sep 23rd 2015

This week’s Guest Blogger is Sarah B. (@squatsinskirts): Motivation is hard to find and harder to keep. Committing to health and wellness is not always easy, and it’s ok for there to be times in your life when you de-prioritize health and fitness. If you miss a workout, eat half a pint of Ben and Jerry’s in one sitting, or tailgate with perhaps too much enthusiasm unknown to mankind (guilty), you’re NOT off track. You’re human. There are like seven billion of us. Welcome. However, if you find … read more

Bivouac Eats: Behind the Scenes at Babo Market (Ann Arbor, MI)

Posted by Alex R. on Sep 22nd 2015

It’s no secret we’re fans of SavCo. From delectable tapas at Aventura to mouthwatering steaks at Sava’s Restaurant, we’ve time and time again sung the praises of Ann Arbor local Sava Lelcaj and her ambitious, thriving mission to improve the world by first improving its nutrition. While we’re sure no one at SavCo would protest if you ate three meals a day at one of their fabulous restaurants, SavCo has never been about putting a healthy lifestyle out of reach for the average Ann Arborite. In 2011 … read more

Comet Coffee x Bivouac presents: How to Make the Perfect Cup of Coffee

Sep 20th 2015

If you have red blood and sleep at nights, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with the superheated grounds-water solution commonly referred to as “coffee”. And if you’re Comet Coffee, there’s a good chance you even dream about it.Tucked away in Nickel’s Arcade, an alcove in an alcove between State and Maynard streets, Comet defines “off the beaten trail”. But for the coffee devotees, the detour is worth it: since 2009, Comet has made a name for itself in places like the New York Times and Tra … read more