Jill Knapp

 

What a wonderful baby model! This was his first Thanksgiving, and taking pictures of this little turkey was so much fun.

  Want to stay healthy during the Holidays? Here are five inspiring holiday fitness tips to help you stay on track: 1. **Embrace Movement**: Keep your body active and moving during the holidays by integrating movement into your celebrations. Go for a walk with loved ones after meals, participate in family sports, or engage in fun physical activities. This not only helps burn off extra calories but also uplifts your spirits. 2. **Practice Mindful Indulgence**: The holidays are a time for treats, but it’s important to enjoy them thoughtfully. Savor each bite of your favorite foods and be conscious of your portions. Fill your plate with nutritious options alongside those indulgent items, allowing yourself to indulge without feeling guilty. 3. **Prepare for Success**: Anticipate holiday gatherings by planning your meals and workouts ahead of time. If you’re headed to a party, consider having a healthy snack beforehand to curb your appetite. Treat your workout schedule with the same imp...

  Meet Tyson Ronald Knapp.  My first Grandchild. What a fun middle of the night photo shoot we had last night.   He is perfect in every way!!  @JillKnappPhotography

 I had a great time taking pictures of this group. 

I loved taking pictures of this beautiful couple! 

  Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 tsp garam masala 13.6 fl oz (403ml) can unsweetened coconut milk 15 oz canned pumpkin puree, 100% pumpkin, do not use pie filling 1/2 tbs onion powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1 1/2 cup vegetable broth 1 tsp ground cumin to taste salt and pepper Instructions Add the oil to a saucepan and place over a medium heat. Add the garam masala and fry it for five minutes. Next, add the pumpkin, coconut milk, onion powder, paprika, ground cumin, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer for 8 to 10 minutes. Taste and if needed add Salt and Pepper. Serve the soup in bowls. For a twist and protein add grilded pieces of chicken.

I am offering senior pictures again this year. I do book in advance because I only take a certain number of clients each year. If you are interested please let me know via messenger. Upon request, we can make part of the photo shoot with you in your sports attire or in action doing your favorite high school sport. Come see me over on Instagram

 

Picture a mom on the sidelines of her son's soccer game. The one always taking the pictures. That has been me for the past 4 years at my son's high school high.  I did not enjoy it back when I first started because I felt like I was missing the game.  When you take pictures your main focus is to get just the right shot. The few times I did not take pictures. I really got to get into the game and enjoy it. Over time though I started to love the feeling of getting home running upstairs and getting and seeing the pictures I took going through one. I noticed that many parents could not attend the games.  I would post them on our team soccer page. Many parents through the years have thanked me and said how much they appreciated the pictures.  4 years later and with a new camera I still love being on the sidelines of games taking pictures. Because I work at the school my son attends I know many of the students so you can find me at the basketball games as well as dance com...

 

Are you  upset about hitting a weight loss plateau? Don’t get discouraged!  Plateaus are normal and everyone has them.  Here are a few steps to help with those plateaus.  1. Do a variety of activities you enjoy. Remember, there is no rule that says you have to go to a gym or buy equipment. You can walk around the block or to a at home exercise video. Having a variety of activities, weight lifting, running, walking, aerobics classes will ensure that you can do something regardless of the weather or time of day. 2. Commit to another person . “This social aspect of exercise is very important to me,” I am a stay-at-home mom. I may let myself off, but if I’ve agreed to walk with a friend after dinner, I won’t be letting them down.” 3. Make exercise a priority. “It has to be a non-negotiable. Making exercise non-negotiable. Friends and family members will know the importance of your program and learn that it’s part of your identity, and give up saying things like, “Why don...

  4 cups  Almond Milk .    2 frozen bananas 1 teaspoon of cinnamon        1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 teaspoon organic maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg                                                                           Deliciousnesses!!

Jill’s  Spinach Raspberry Flaxseed Oil Smoothie ~As seen on Dr. OZ ~Click   here to see the smoothie featured on Dr. OZ Ingredients Serves 4 2 cups fresh or frozen Raspberry’s 1 container of strawberry low-fat yogurt. 1 cup of water 1 handful of fresh spinach. You and your kids won't even taste the spinach. It’s the only way I can get my son to get in his veggies.  He really has a hard time with the texture of most vegetables so thank the heavens for this smoothie!! 8 baby carrots 2 scoops of vanilla or strawberry ~Premier Protein Whey Powder, Vanilla Milkshake, 3 Pound 2 teaspoons of Flaxseed oil. You won’t even taste it. There is also a beauty tip using flaxseed oil. It is great for making beautiful hair, skin, and nails. 1/4 cup of dry oatmeal 2 teaspoons of wheat germ Combine all ingredients in a blender or nutribullet with a small amount of ice until smooth and serve. 🙂 AMOUNT PER SERVING / 10- OZ CA...

 

  I am all about family and love spending as much time with them as possible. My 2nd passion is bringing awareness to Type II diabetes. It is near and dear to my heart. Since being diagnosed I have lost 100 pounds.  March 2007 is a special chapter in my life. It was the month my struggle to control my diabetes took on a whole new light. I reached my goal weight set by my doctor and was able to be taken off all artificial means to control my diabetes. My diabetes is now under control through diet and exercise. With weight loss and exercise, Type II Diabetes can be managed or prevented. My success at controlling my diabetes has led to a newfound dedication and passion for educating others on how to eat right & exercise. It brings me great joy to share my story with others and in doing so inspire them to  “get up and get moving!” I am a diabetes advocate for the American diabetes association. I am a passionate public speaker with experience speaking to youth, at gyms, of...

Competing in the Mrs. Idaho pageant after losing 100 pounds was surreal. Making the top five in my 40s out of 16 beautiful women was the icing on the cake. Discovering my passion, and becoming a diabetes advocate, has truly blessed my life. Being a keynote speaker, and being blessed to share my journey across the United States has enriched my life fully. Meeting so many amazing people along the way has made my journey very rememberable.

My story of losing 100 pounds is featured in First for Women Magazine. It's on newsstands now in most stores. I feel so blessed that I made the cover. My story is on page 26. I really am truly blessed. Pick up your copy today.