Vegetable lovers will delight at the Veggie Grill in Irvine. If you are apprehensive about vegetarian food this completely vegan restaurant will change your mind. The delicious, fresh, healthy food is sure to satisfy any meat lover or vegetarian alike. Try the All-American Stack, with grilled veggie steak, pickles, lettuce, tomato, crispy onion rings, and thousand island dressing. You'll feel like you're eating a pulled pork sandwich. Chicken lovers will rejoice in the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' sandwich and Crispy Chickin' wings. Diners insist the soy-based based meat substitute tastes just like chicken. Pair your meal with one of the delicious sides like the Steamin' Kale or Vegan Mac and Cheese. If you're a vegetarian or just trying to eat a little healthier the Veggie Grill is sure to be a hit.

Veggie Grill
81 Fortune Dr
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 727-9900
http://www.yelp.com/biz/veggie-grill-irvine-3

Whether you want to tone up before bathing suit season or you're striving to lead a healthier lifestyle, the spring season is a good time to begin an exercise routine. If you’re struggling to find the motivation to begin your spring workouts, these tips can help.

• Put it on paper. If you write down your fitness goals and a loose schedule, it will help you to remain accountable and stay on track.
• Start slow. Remember to keep your schedule light at first and work up to more difficult workouts. Begin with 30 minutes of moderate cardio exercise three or four times per week, and be sure to switch up your workouts to keep things interesting.
• Enlist a partner. If you’re still feeling sluggish, ask a close friend to work out with you and help to keep each other motivated.
• Invest in new workout gear. If your sneakers from last season have seen better days, invest in a brand-new pair that will get you excited to exercise.
• Get outdoors. Now that the cold weather is over and the days are longer, you likely want to get outside as much as you can. Schedule early morning runs before work, go for weekend bike rides, or even sign up for yoga in the park.

Spring-Clean Your Exercise Routine [Health]
20 Ways to Spring Clean Your Fitness Routine [Shape]
Spring Clean Your Workout Routine: 21 Bad Habits To Toss Today [LiveStrong]

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If you’re looking for a way to explore Santa Ana’s natural areas this weekend, Santiago Creek Wildlife & Watershed Center is a great place to visit. This diverse facility contains activities that are fun for the whole family and visitors of all ages, from the youngest children to adults looking for some relaxing fun in the sun.

Take a walk, ride your bike, or go for a jog along the numerous nature trails, which wind through the park’s scenic natural areas filled with lots of greenery. You're likely to see a diverse assortment of native birds, squirrels, butterflies, and other creatures along your route. Venture over to the archery range and learn to handle a bow and arrow on a course filled with targets, and then bring the kids to for a run down the long sliding boards along the hillside.

The Santiago Park also offers lawn bowling, which is a fun way to take your favorite activity outdoors!

Santiago Creek Wildlife & Watershed Center
510 E Memory Lane
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 647-6904
www.yelp.com/biz/santiago-creek-wildlife-and-watershed-center-santiago-park-nature-santa-ana

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