Meal Planning Made Easy!

Just wanted to share a little testimonial about our 21 day meal plan, from one of our Super Life challenge members:
"I'm about 17 days into the 21 day fix and I definitely don't plan on stopping at 21 days. I love this program and it has changed my entire outlook on my eating habits- it's very clear why I wasn't loosing weight before!! Also, I'm down 10 pounds and even my hubby has been noticing. Here's to the next 10 pounds!! It's great that I know I will get there because now I have the tools!"
--Brittney Paterno

This meal plan really is the best! It helps with portion control and eating a balanced diet, plus no more counting calories with the easy to use color-coding system. I provide a 21 day meal plan that is fool proof and delicious, you measure the food and whatever doesn't fit in the containers, you can save for your next meal (or tomorrow!) And if you think this must be another one of those 'starvation diets,' check out the bottom picture with a full plate of food. And that's just one of SIX meals in one day! {because when you eat healthy, you can actually eat MORE}

Plus you get a 30 minute workout program that has tons of variety and will help you to lose fat, build muscle, develop better habits and keep you feeling amazing from home, AND you'll get unlimited access to our private support group of lots of other women who are all working on our goals together. If this sounds amazing, message me asap or drop your email below and I'll message you details soon!

Go HERE for a little more information about the 21 Day program!

Stuffed Bell Peppers!

These are one of my favorite meals! I am a pretty picky eater so I was nervous at first, but it is truly one of the yummiest things I've ever eaten! Here's how to make them!

STUFFED BELL PEPPERS:

Recipe makes 4 portions!

247 Calories, 7 g fat, 35 g carbs, 8 g fiber.

Ingredients:

2 large red bell peppers

sea salt (to taste)

1 tsp. olive oil

1/2 yellow onion, diced

1 clove garlic, minced

1 cup water

8 oz. organic tempeh, crumbled

7.5 oz (1.2 can) fire-roasted diced tomatoes

2 Tbsp. raw pine nuts

1 cup cooked brown rice

1 Tbsp. Freshly chopped parsley

1 Tbsp. freshly chopped basil

1 Tbsp. raisins (I prefer golden!)

1. preheat oven to 375 degrees

2. Halve peppers lengthwise, leaving stems intact. Scoop out seeds & place cut side up in a shallow baking dish. Sprinkle with salt & pepper. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until they're soft, but still retain their shape

3.Put 1 cup of water on to boil in kettle or small pan.

4. While peppers are baking and water is boiling, heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat and saute onion & garlic until soft.

5. Add tempeh, tomatoes, and pine nuts to skillet and saute about 5-7 minutes.

6. Stir in rice, parsley, basil, and raisins. Remove from heat & season with a bit more salt & pepper.

7. Spoon mixture into peppers in the baking pan. Pour just enough boiling water around peppers to touch the base of each so they won't burn in the oven.

8. Bake for 15 minutes & ENJOY!!

Fall into FOCUS- Fitness Accountability Group Sign Ups!

 

I'm excited to announce our next Fitness Challenge!! Who's ready to lose 5-10 pounds before Thanksgiving--the fun & healthy way!

We will combine Fitness & Nutrition along with tons of accountability & support to reach your goals! Our Clean Eating plan teaches about portion control and how to eat a balanced diet, and you will receive a 21 day meal plan that will take all the guesswork out of WHAT to eat! 

The workout program is 30 minutes a day (because we are all so busy!) with lots of variety, and a fool-proof schedule that you can follow along at any level- there's even a modifier that shows how to do the moves lower impact if you need to modify in the beginning! 

Our private accountability group is full of motivated women to help keep us on track!! We have a fun point system & prizes that makes getting fit so much more fun!

I don't like to admit this but I frequently fall into an idle, excuses, borderline depression mode when I am not on track fitness-wise. For me, working out & eating healthy helps me find a BALANCE and FOCUS on the most important things in life. I find that I am more open to revelation and creativity when I'm actively using my body. So I admit...
I've been a little off-track lately, and I'm not going to let my default mode find me victim to my sweet tooth & all these Halloween temptations this Fall! I LOVE setting goals for myself and having a balance in my days. I also love to help others get a plan and find so much joy in helping them reach their goals! Let's FOCUS on finding the BEST of ourselves!

I'm starting another 21 day round next week, so we will begin on November 5th and end November 26-- RIGHT before THANKSGIVING!! Can you believe it's a month away?? I just need a few friends to hold me accountable and I will do the same for you!! I also have an awesome CASH back offer for the first 3 people who are ready & committed to make the next 21 days AMAZING!

You can sign up HERE for our group, and I will message you FIRST so we can talk about your goals and make sure this program is a good fit for you! 

 

Shakeology- Healthiest Meal of the Day

I can't even tell you how much I LOVE these Shakes!

These super nutritious meal replacement shakes are NOT your normal protein drink. They actually contain 9 servings of fruit & vegetables and superfoods from all over the world to help your body function at its best.

Here's a video that talks about these superfood ingredients and how they help your body:

I have always suffered from low energy & fatigue, ever since I had a blood transfusion with my second baby. He was an emergency C-section and so many things went wrong with his labor & delivery. Luckily everything turned out fine and he was born perfectly perfect, BUT I was left with a few scars and bruises that I just like to call my battle wounds! One of those results was that I could hardly get through the day, I had such little energy. Along with little sleep, the stress of being a mommy, and all the work it takes to run a house & keep it a home, I was definitely looking for something to help me feel like myself again!

I found Shakeology, and along with a healthy diet & exercise I am 25 lbs lighter and 100% happier, and I feel so much better inside & out! Now I share with others because I know what a gift it is! Sometimes I am running around so much, the only thing I have time for is to grab a shake & go, and luckily I can rest easy that I am getting all the nutrients I need in just one meal. If you would like to try Shakeology for 7 days so you can taste the different flavors & really see how your body feels, apply HERE, or just purchase using the button below and let me know what flavors you'd like in notes to seller! 

You'll receive your choice of 7 flavors

-chocolate

-vanilla

-strawberry

-greenberry

-VEGAN chocolate

-VEGAN tropical strawberry

30 Days of Recipes showing HOW to make your shake taste amazing

A full menu plan and how to join our free online support & accountability group!

21 Day Fitness & Nutrition Challenge!

I don't know about you, but it takes me a long time to create a habit, and truly KEEP it. My day is jam-packed with good things- taking the kids to school, tidying up the house, preschool projects with my 2 year old, blogging, posting, picking up the kids, homework time, free-play while I prep dinner, make dinner, recover from dinner, baths/showers, reading time, bedtime and do it all again tomorrow!! I mean, that's a lot of things that I do for OTHERS, but I haven't had much ME time. I used to think that taking time for myself was selfish. Now I know that when I take the time for myself, I have MORE to give to others.

Do you feel like you are just giving, giving, and don't take time for yourself? That is so normal, especially for us moms who's sole purpose is to keep the kids happy and alive at the end of the day (only a little bit kidding here!)
I want to invite you to take the 21 day CHALLENGE to a better, stronger, happier YOU. In this challenge, we will incorporate both fitness & nutrition to help you feel better, have more energy and reach those health goals you've been putting off due to the craziness of mommyhood.. it's time!
So here are the details: 30 minutes a day of working out at home (because we are all busy!), portion control guidance with these color coded containers, and an ultra-nutritious shake full of dense superfoods that will help you lose weight, leave you with more energy, improve digestion and control junk-food cravings. It's a combination for success. Not only will you have all the resources you need to be successful but will be added to our amazing support group for tons of support & motivation to reach your goals!
{This specific 21 day group is JUST for women. But if you are a guy, my husband also runs fitness support groups for men only, so just let me know and I will connect you to him!}
To enroll in our 21 day Challenge, Go HERE or comment with your email for more details! {Submit your email in the online form for a free DVD and so I can chat with you about your goals to see if this program would be a good fit for you!}

Sneak Peek- 21 Day Fix Meal Plan!

One of my VERY favorite fitness programs is 21 Day Fix! I love it because the workouts are only 30 minutes long & there's tons of variety in the exercises- from lower body, upper body, cardio, cardio with weights, total body, yoga, pilates & plyo. The other thing I LOVE about this program is the nutrition plan. Instead of counting calories, you get these color coded containers that teach all about portion control & how to eat a balanced diet. I learned so much from following this plan. I was shocked that I was NEVER hungry! But I also never had that full feeling when you walk away from the table and wish you had a few less bites.
Here's a little sneak peek at how the meal plan works.... each color container represents a different food group. Purple= Fruit (Grapes) Red= Protein (Turkey Burger Patty) Yellow= Grain (Bun- MultiGrain sandwich thins). 

The size of the box teaches you how MUCH food to eat. Then depending on your weight & goals you'll get so many of each container per day.

This program teaches not only WHAT foods to eat to fuel your body but HOW much of it, because even good foods can be over eaten. In my experience though, what I LOVE about this program is that I have to make a conscious effort to eat enough. We do 6 meals a day which helps you to constantly have enough nutrients & energy to get everything done you need to & feel great doing it.

Click HERE for more information about this awesome program {Enter your email for a free DVD, and so I can contact you regarding your goals!} Not only will I help you find a program that will help you reach your goals, I will walk you through the workouts, give you a full nutrition plan to follow for 21 days, and put you in a private support group through facebook so you can be surrounded by other supportive, uplifting people who are all working on a healthier lifestyle!

TurboFire Chili

The nights are getting cooler and I LOVE a good chili in the Fall! This recipe is from one of my favorite workout programs, TurboFire and it's made with Ground Turkey instead of Beef. I have a super sensitive stomach and the healthier I eat, the more sensitive I am to ground beef & dairy. So this recipe is perfect! It's also packed with beans & tomatoes and tons of nutrients :) Plus my kiddos love it with tortilla chips broken & sprinkled on top like taco soup!

Ingredients:

1 lb. lean ground turkey
½ cup diced tomatoes

8 oz. whole kernel corn, canned
½ onion, diced
2 cloves garlic
8 oz. black beans, canned
8 oz. pinto, chili, or kidney beans canned
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 package Lawry’s chili seasoning
4 oz. low-fat shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions: Brown turkey. Drain and discard any fat. Place all ingredients except cheese into a slow cooker. Cook for 4 hours on low or 2 hours on high. Top with 1 oz cheese if desired.

Easy peasy, and totally delicious!!