Denise Austin and her family stumbled upon pickleball several Thanksgivings ago. With her husband, Jeff, being a professional tennis player and her sister-in-law, Tracy Austin, being a two-time US Open winner, the transition to pickleball was natural for Denise. The sport’s social and low-impact nature has appealed to Denise, who loves playing mixed doubles with other couples and enjoying the game with her daughters, Kelly Austin, and fitness influencer Katie Austin.

The allure of pickleball lies in its simplicity, making it accessible to all, regardless of age or athletic background. As a combination of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton, pickleball uses solid paddles and lightweight wiffle balls and is played on a smaller tennis court. In fact, with 36.5 million fans in the US, Pickleball has seen an astonishing 158.6% growth in the past three years. With over 10,000 courts in the country, finding a place to play pickleball has become easier than ever.

Apart from being a great cardio and weight-loss activity, burning around 600 calories per hour, pickleball engages various muscles with functional movements, benefiting overall health. Denise Austin is not the only celebrity drawn to pickleball; stars like Emma Watson, Jenna Bush Hager, Drew Barrymore, George Clooney, and tennis greats Andre Agassi and Serena Williams also enjoy the sport. Health coach Sherri Holzer has even released a community-driven cookbook, named Everything But the Kitchen Dink, offering nutritious recipes for pickleball enthusiasts.

Before hitting the pickleball court, Denise Austin suggests stretching key areas like the hamstrings and quads to feel great and reduce the risk of injuries. She also advocates for off-court strength training with wall sits, walking lunges, squats, and lunges to strengthen the lower body. Appropriate athletic clothing and athleisure clothes are popular choices for pickleball players. In collaboration with Easy Spirit, Denise has designed the Dilli Pickleball Shoes, offering excellent support, cushioning, and traction for the court.

These Lazy Cinnamon Rolls in a Mug Are Ready in 10 Minutes

By JJ Foster –

Nothing feels better at the end of a tiring workday than a lazy but crazy dessert. And what better than a dessert that you can make by just popping a mug in the microwave? This cinnamon roll-in-a-mug recipe is the perfect answer to all your lazy dessert dreams. Making a cinnamon roll from scratch, or getting one from Cinnabon, are both great ideas. But when you don’t have the time or the energy, this one will be your savior. All you need are a handful of ingredients that you can easily find around the house and only 10 minutes to make! Read on to learn more about this modern take on this classic dessert.

Ingredients

Dough:

1 large egg

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 teaspoons water

1 ½ cups pancake mix

2 tablespoons whole milk

All-purpose flour, for dusting

Non-stick cooking spray, to grease

Filling:

2 tablespoon of brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon

1 tablespoon of unsalted butter

Icing:

1 tablespoon whole milk

6 tablespoons powdered sugar

Directions to Make the Dessert

Step 1 : Start off with making the filling. Take a small bowl, and in it, put the cinnamon, melted butter, and brown sugar. Mix well.

Step 2 : Next, prep your dough by adding in the egg, sugar, vanilla, and milk in a bowl and whisk it well. Once that is done, add the pancake mix and stir it using a rubber spatula until all is combined.

Step 3 : Lightly dust a surface with some flour and place your prepped dough on it. Knead the dough properly and then roll it into a 8 by 6 inch rectangle.

Step 4 : Once your dough is ready, take your filling and spread it over it. Next, take the filling-covered dough, and roll it into a log. Use the long edge as a starting point. Cut the log into half crosswise.

Step 5 : Take 2 mugs and grease them with non-stick spray. Place one-half of the cinnamon log in each mug with the cut side facing upwards. Next, add one teaspoon of water to each of the mugs.

Step 6 : Now, one at a time, microwave your mugs for one minute and 45 seconds each on medium power. Once done, let it cool down for a minute.

Step 7 : To make your icing, stir in milk and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth,

Step 8 : Finish off your rolls by drizzling the icing over your cooked cinnamon rolls. Serve them hot, and enjoy your lazy mug cake.