HAMMER & CHISEL Christmas Countdow

I am SOOOOO excited for the arrival of this new program. December 1st cannot come fast enough!! The Master's Hammer & Chisel is a power house program created by Autumn Calabrese (creator of 21 Day Fix) Sagi Kalev (creator of Body Beast) designed to get you in the best shape EVER in just 30-40 minutes a day! 

Here is some info from the Beachbody website:

"What is The Master's Hammer and Chisel?

If you've ever wanted to craft a defined, visually dramatic physique—the kind of body you're proud to show off—The Master's Hammer and Chisel delivers breathtaking, body-changing results in as little as 60 days. Trainers Sagi Kalev and Autumn Calabrese are sought-after experts at sculpting spectacular physiques—and they have shelves of competition prizes to prove it! Now, for the first time, they're collaborating and sharing their winning strategies with you, so you can finally build a stunning, ripped physique."

I've had the chance to preview Hammer & Chisel and let me tell you... it WORKS!! If you've been thinking about jump starting your fitness this is an awesome opportunity to join my Hammer & Chisel Christmas Countdown Challenge Group that is starting December 7th. (I've even been able to convince my hubby to get in on this one!!) My Challenge Groups are full of people just like you and me and I'll be there every step of the way. 

So what are you waiting for? It is time to take control of your fitness! Spots are limited so CLICK HERE to fill out a brief form, find me on Facebook, or email me @ rockitmomfitness@gmail.com and I would be happy to get you set up or answer any questions you might have.  

xoxo,

Missy

www.rockitmomfitness.com

Get Ready to DANCE!!

I teased this a little bit in my last post so here is a little more info about the new Shaun T program coming out this summer. I am SOOOOOOO excited for it!! Maybe this white girl will even be able to learn a move or two! (And c'mon,.. who doesn't love a little more Shaun T??)

The new program is called CIZE™ and it is a dance workout that looks like it is going to be so much FUN!! And that is really what I think exercise should be: FUN!!

Here is the description from Beachbody:

"Tired of squats, lunges, push-ups, and boring cardio? Then pay attention because you're about to look forward to working out! Shaun T goes back to his dancing roots and makes losing weight an “experience.” You'll be LIVIN’ and SWEATIN’ to hot new moves and great music!

And if you think you can’t dance, don’t worry. Shaun breaks down the routines, step-by-step, move-by-move, and builds them into a full dance workout. And at the end, you’ll get to CIZE IT UP to songs from Shaun’s playlist. You’ll be so focused on mastering the moves that for 35–40 minutes you’ll forget you’re actually burning fat and calories, and getting in the best shape of your life."
Check out this short video about the program (Warning! You will get excited!):

CIZE is scheduled to come out this summer so I'll be sure to keep you posted as to when it is available. Click here to join on my Challenge Group list and be the first to know about it. Get ready to get down!!

How to STAY Motivated

Happy Monday everyone!! I hope you had a great weekend. Jeff and I just got back from Cancun and had an AMAZING time there. It was so much fun catching up with friends and learning more about what Beachbody has on the horizon (don't worry, I'll share much more about that soon. It's fantastic!!).

Not sure how to even put the last week days into words. Jeff and I went to Cancun on our honeymoon almost 13 years ago!! This trip came after a lot of life experiences... 4 kids... and lots of hard work. 

This trip was pretty incredible. Sure.. it's nice it was paid for (thank you Beachbody) ...but it's our time together we spent reflecting on what we've learned the last 13 years that made it so amazing. (Ok I feel old!!)


The parties were fun...Seeing beachbody friends was really fun.... But just doing a whole lot of nothin' together was the best part!! I don't know about you but when I get home from vacation it can take me a bit to get back into the swing of things. This has helped me reflect a bit about staying motivated and how important it is to keep working on your daily life that coincides with reaching your BIG goals.

As I mentioned before, you aren't going to reach all of your goals in a single step, but you CAN DO IT!! So how do you stay motivated?? I'm glad you asked!! The next video in my 'Goal Diggers' series is about what I've learned about staying motivated, even with all the distractions of life swirling around. Enjoy!!

Moments Matter

I didn't want a dog. I have 4 kids...they make plenty of messes. But the kids have begged for YEARS!! So sure enough...we got a "Daisy the Doodledog".....

I had no idea how to train a puppy...didn't want to spend patience doing it...but of course...Ya have to. My daughter took on most the responsibility. She loves that dog and the dog loves her back. Daisy sleeps next to (or sometimes in) Her bed. But that also means it has been Caitlyn's job to take the dog out each morning. Sometimes it's as early at 6. 

I am always up....and it's often still dark, rainy, and cold. I'd do it for her...so she could go back to sleep...but Daisy won't go out without her BFF. 
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So we've made a morning ritual of it. Caitlyn and I sit under the massive Pine tree that shelters us from the rain...wrap ourselves in a blanket..and watch that crazy dog run amuck! We giggle. We sit. And we talk. We watch the mist swirl around the trees.
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It's 5 ...maybe 10 minutes of my day. In the fresh air..snuggled with my daughter ...who is growing up all too fast.
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Someday I'm sure the dog will be trained ....and will go out alone. Maybe these moments will end. Maybe my daughter won't remember them....but I will.
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Moments matter. Being her mom matters. 

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And I guess I have the dog to thank for it. ‪#‎godblessourcrazydaisydog‬‪#‎momentsmatter‬

This fun and crazy ride we've been on over past two years as a family all started when I decided to become a Beachbody Coach. It has transformed our lives and financial situation to allow me the time to be there for moments like these. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a Coach and the awesome things happening in Team RockIt then click here to fill out a brief form. YOU can do it too!!

Health is Wealth

Have you come down from your Easter sugar buzz yet?? I may or may not have eaten one too many chocolate eggs over the past week. Having a treat once in a while is no big deal, but it can be easy to lose sight of how big of a role what we eat plays in our overall health. Once again, this is where Shakeology comes in with 70 nutrition packed superfoods packed into one glass. It makes it so EASY to jump start a more balanced diet.

But don't just take it from me... here is how one of Beachbody's top coaches, Seay Stanford, explains why she is such a big fan:

“As a holistic health professional and nutrition expert, I’m a firm believer that when it comes to getting and staying healthy and fit, what we put in our mouth plays about a 70% role in our overall health. Because when you think about it, there really isn’t such a thing as bad fitness. However, there is such a thing as bad nutrition. And bad nutrition is far more prevalent in the majority of people today—regardless of their exercise regimen, or lack thereof.

But thanks to Beachbody, there’s an incredible solution to this poor nutrition epidemic, and it’s called Shakeology. One of the biggest things that separates Shakeology from all the other protein shakes on the market is its quality ingredients. Not only is Shakeology packed with over 70 premium ingredients, it’s also loaded with potent superfoods from around the world that most of us would never have the opportunity to consume.

Another reason I love Shakeology over other shakes is because I know I am not comparing carbs/protein/fats on labels, instead I’m only comparing what’s listed after the word “INGREDIENTS.”

Seay Stanford, Top Beachbody Coach

Those words tell you exactly what you need to know about what you’re putting into your body. While there are some big words listed on the back of the Shakeology bag that I can’t correctly pronounce, the truth is, I don’t need to. All I need to know is that there is NOTHING artificial in Shakeology. And most importantly, it does NOT contain two big No-No’s: there are NO artificial flavors in Shakeology, and there are NO artificial sweeteners.

And having that inside knowledge about all the things that aren’t in Shakeology completely leaves you in the know. So since we truly are what we eat (or drink)—now is a great time to say YES to Shakeology! As the saying goes: Health is wealth. And my goal is to be as wealthy as possible. Thanks, Shakeology.”

Have any question or want to learn more about Shakeology?? Click here to fill out a brief form or feel free to contact me any time!!

Spring Cleaning: Body, Mind & Spirit

ITS  SPRING!!!  Are you feeling READY for a FRESH START??

If there is one thing I have learned on my FITNESS JOURNEY…it's that to have TRUE SUCCESS you have to a have BALANCE!  You cant JUST workout…you have to EAT well.  And even if you take care of your BODY….you wont feel FULFILLED without NOURISHING your SOUL.  

Are you READY  for SPRING CLEANING>>  MIND, BODY, SPIRIT??

Here are MY TOP 5 TIPS to SPRING into a FRESH NEW START!

1.  PUT YOUR BEST FRIDGE FORWARD!!

START by taking a good hard look at your fridge!!!  Throw out all the processed food you can find and FILL IT with FRESH HEALTHY FOODS!!!  Not only are FRESH FOODS BEAUTIFUL  but you CANT have a FRESH START stuck in your OLD EATING HABITS. 

This goes for your PANTRY too!!!  Throw out sugar cereal and replace it with oatmeal.  Throw out white bread and bagels and fill it with WHOLE grain bread and English muffins. 

2. Life is better with a BOWL OF CHERRIES!!!   TRY IT!!!   Instead of buying fresh flowers to brighten your mood  TRY FRUIT!!!  Buy a CUTE fruit basket and FILL it with FRESH FRUIT.  LEAVE IT OUT where you can see it!!  It wont just help you EAT better…but it will brighten your MOOD to look at it everyday.   Make a HABIT of ALWAYS having a FULL fruit basket

3.  Put some SPRING in your STEP.  Spring Fever is a REAL THING!!  We’ve been COOOPED up all winter and our BODIES NEED to MOVE!!  TRY SOMETHING NEW with your fitness routine.  The excitement of something NEW is motivating.  Go to a new class, walk a different route….GET OUT of your exercise box and  DO something FUN!!  SKIP !!  Swing on the swings between laps at the park, go SWIMMING at the local pool.     Just GET MOVING!!

4.  Grow you MIND!!  We feed our bodies….but we often forget to CULTIVATE OUR MINDS.   Take 5 minutes each morning to meditate and count your blessings.  Listen to an audio book while you drive to and from work or fold laundry at home.   There are thousands of free audiobooks on You-tube!!!   Turn one on while you make dinner or even when you work out!!   My favorite book right now is “The Power” by Rhonda Byrne.  It has taught me to walk each step with gratitude and love.  When we fill our minds with goof positive things……it changes our entire outlook on how we see everything. 

Choose a book on a topic YOU are interested…and find a few minutes each day to give yourself the gift of learning something NEW!!

5.  Wake up and Smell the Roses!!  Spring is FULL of new life and your SPIRIT will be lifted the more you find time to experience it.   GET OUTSIDE everyday.  Get up and watch the sunrise and listen to the birds….or make an effort to go out each night and just SIT and watch the sun go Down.   Take a blanket and eat your lunch out on the lawn or bench outside your office…Just SIT.  Close your eyes and just let the sun warm your face for a few minutes.  Or, if you are a night owl….before you go to bed each night go out and take 10 minutes to look at the moon and the stars.   A little bit of nature goes a long way in raising your level of happiness.  Spring is SO BEAUTIFUL…take time to experience it!!

Ditching the Diploma and Excelling as a Team Beachbody Coach

Today's Transformation Thursday story is about a Coach that didn't just change their health and fitness with Beachbody but changed his family's financial situation as well with his at-home Beachbody business. This is one of the greatest blessings that Beachbody has been to me; I get to be home with my kids and enjoy each one of them as they are growing up. I don't have to worry about missing any of those special moments or being there when they need me.

Check out Mike's story:

"Five years ago, I thought I had it all. I had completed my PhD in Engineering and was working as award-winning Senior Chemist for a leading company. It felt like my years of hard work were finally paying off.

Then came the day I started P90X. In just 90 days, I lost 20 pounds and got ripped! I had so much more energy and the joint pain that had been bothering me was gone.

Before I knew it, my story and transformation were inspiring others to change their own lives. I quickly found a passion for helping people achieve their health and fitness goals—so I signed up as a Coach!

I had no idea pursing this newfound passion would turn into such a viable business! Never before had I understood the true power of networking marketing. Especially when it aligns with work you love doing! Not only do I have the satisfaction of helping others live happier, healthier lives, but I even get paid while on vacation through residual income!

After only a few years of working a few hours a day at my Beachbody business, my income as a Coach started approaching my “day job” salary. That blew me away!

I had spent nine years pursing a higher education. I had spent 10 years building my career in corporate America. I worked so, so hard my whole life. But after all that, nothing provided me the same lifestyle opportunities as that of a Beachbody Coach.

As a Coach, I get to make money helping others. I get to choose how I run my business. I can work from home and take more time for my wife and my two children. What a deal!

It wasn’t long before I decided to retire my career as a chemist. I knew that by putting a larger focus on my Coaching business, I could enjoy a more flexible lifestyle and take on a larger role with raising my kids.

Being a Coach has changed everything for my family and me. It has given me the confidence, tools, and success to be both a provider for my family and a present father and husband.

Anyone can do this. You don’t need a PhD to be successful. You don’t need years of working up a corporate later to provide for your family. The Team Beachbody business model can drive the American Dream—you just have to commit yourself to it!"

I continue to be amazed by the transformations that the Beachbody business is making in people's health and fitness and in their lives. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a Coach and the awesome things happening in Team RockIt then click here to fill out a brief form. YOU can do it too!!

Shakeology Chocolate Brownie Snacks

Guess what... I LOVE Shakeology!! I know, BIG shocker, right?? Besides being jam packed with nutrients, one of the best things about it is how versatile it is which is awesome when you are trying to stick to a healthy diet (and don't look now but swimsuit season is right around the corner). I came across this recipe on the Shakeology blog recently that combines the health benefits of Shakeology and chocolate. Yes, CHOCOLATE!!

Chocolate Brownie Snacks

- Makes 12 servings, 1 ball each

- Total Time: 1 hr. 10 min.
- Prep Time: 10 min.
- Cooking Time:  None

What you need:

- ½ cup  all-natural smooth almond butter
- 1 scoop Chocolate Vegan Shakeology
- 1  medium ripe banana, mashed
- ¼ cup  quick-cooking rolled oats
- 3 Tbsp. chopped raw almonds (or walnuts or sun flower seeds)

What you do:

1. Combine almond butter, Shakeology, banana, oats, and almonds in a medium bowl; mix well.
2. Roll mixture into twelve 1-inch balls; place in airtight container.
3. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

If you have any questions about Shakeology or jump starting your healthy eating habits then click here to fill out a brief form or feel free to contact me any time!!

Motivation Monday: Making Your BIG Goals

Happy Monday!! I hope you had a fantastic weekend. Spring Break here in Oregon has come and gone (sad face) but Spring has sprung! There is new life all around and I can't think of a better time to dedicate yourself to achieving your DREAM LIFE!! I love this quote: "If your dreams don't scare you they aren't BIG enough."

Last week I posted about stepping out of your comfort zone and discovering what is holding you back and BREAKING THROUGH it. What did you do last week to STOP WISHING and START DOING?? 

This post is about what I've learned how to break down being balanced and happy in your daily life that coincides with making BIG goals. It sounds a bit daunting but I'm here to tell you that you CAN DO IT!!

The next video in my 'Goal Diggers' series is about making your BIG goals. Hope you enjoy it!!

From 5 Years Without Fitness to FABULOUS

Thursdays are one of my favorites because I get to brag about my INSPIRING team a little bit and focus on some of the success we've seen. Meet Meredith.. wife, mom of SIX, and 21 Day Fix graduate. Here is her story about how 21 Day Fix started her on her fitness path:

"5 YEARS! I had been exercise free for FIVE WHOLE YEARS! Wait...I probably shouldn't admit that to you, but it's true!

I know what it's like to be dismally out of shape.

I know what it's like to have knee pain and feel like I had no options....

I know what it's like to come to terms with getting older and being OK with aches and pains and weight gains.

That was me just 8 months ago. Every time I tried to exercise, my knee would swell and I couldn't walk for a week...so really, who could blame me for give up on exercise? Then it started creeping into everyday life. I was having a hard time performing daily tasks because of it. So that's when I thought....enough is enough! I started physical therapy. The exercises were simple...leg raises, wall squats...but something happened. Maybe it was a surge of endorphins that I haven't felt in 5 years, but I began feeling better. And that's when the beast awakened!

I started with my elliptical....level 1 for 15 minutes. That's all I could do. It was hard and I wanted to quit after every 30 seconds. But I pushed myself harder everyday until I could do 30 minutes. And it just progressed from there. I was able to lose around five pounds in two months, but I also gained energy and confidence. Both of which had been lacking for a while.

That's when I started Beachbody. I did the 21 Day Fix with Autumn Calabrese. It gave me direction, it gave me a meal plan, a meal replacement with Shakeology, a coach to help and encourage me, and a time frame. And after 21 days...I lost 10 pounds and 2-3 inches EVERYWHERE!!!! I've lost 10 more pounds since then with some other programs, but the 21 Day Fix will always have a special place in my heart. It was my kick start! All I had to do was follow the program!"

These INCREDIBLE transformations are happening to people just like you and me. You CAN do it, too!! If you've been thinking about becoming a coach and helping others reach their goals (and help your own family financially as well) click here to fill out a brief form and I'd be happy to share more information with you.

Huuummp Daaaaaay!!!

It's Wednesday! The week is half over!! How have your workouts gone this week? Even though it is Spring Break here in Oregon I'm still taking the time to get my sweat on!! Best part is it doesn't need to take much time out of your day. 

I am a big believer that small things can make a big difference. My Muscle Max Out Challenges focus on one muscle group at a time to give you a place to start with your fitness goals. And they best part it you can do it at your own pace and as many times as you can. Here is one of my favorite circuits:

If you're ready for some individual coaching or have any fitness questions feel free to contact me any time or click here to fill out a brief form.

Happy Birthday, Shakeology!!

So last week was the 6th birthday of my most favorite supplement of all time, SHAKEOLOGY. I know you've heard me praise it before but this stuff really is the bee's knees!! To celebrate the birthday you can now order a Shakeology Super Sampler which has all 6 flavors (Greenberry, Chocolate, Chocolate Vegan, Strawberry, Vanilla, and Tropical Strawberry Vegan) in one box so now you can try them all and find your favorite to come to your doorstep each month. 

One of the reasons I love Shakeology so much is because it is so versatile - smoothies, cookies, pancakes, etc. And it is PACKED with SUPERNUTRIENTS!! And when you combine it with one of Beachbody's programs like T25 the results can be AMAZING - even LIFE CHANGING!! Check out Ashley's success story from the Shakeology blog:

“I was only 5′ 3″ but tipped the scale at 200 pounds. Sure, I just had a baby, but nobody at my height should weigh anywhere near what I did. I thought about working out, but my excuses were: I’m too tired, I’m in too bad of shape to even begin a program, and I have NO time. Well thanks to T25, all of my excuses got left in the dust.

My goal with T25 was to lose the baby weight as well as to find my health and myself again. I so desperately wanted to be happy, fit, and the Ashley I remembered. I’m not going to lie, the T25 workouts were INTENSE, but that’s why they’re only 25 minutes. After only ONE round I lost 47 lbs. and went from a size 16 to a 6! Today I feel strong, confident, HEALTHY, and in control of my own health and fitness. My endurance is through the roof and I have so much energy. Not only am I physically fit, but I transformed inside too! I wear my smile all the time because I feel better about myself now than I have in years.”

If you're ready to learn more about the benefits of Shakeology then click here to fill out a brief form or feel free to contact me any time!!

Motivation Monday: What's Holding You Back??

Happy Monday!! I hope you had a fantastic weekend. Are you ready to get back at it and start making your DREAMS come true?!?!

Last week I posted about the importance of priorities and putting your own personal GROWTH and HAPPINESS first on your priority list. I hope you've had the chance to think about your list and rearrange it if you need to. 

This subject of this post is one of the best and worst because you will need to be extremely vulnerable with yourself. What is it in your life that is HOLDING YOU BACK? I know this isn't an easy thing to do but I also know how powerful discovering the answers can be!!

It is time for all of us to STOP WISHING and START DOING. The next video in my 'Goal Diggers' series is about discovering what is holding you back and BREAKING THROUGH them. Hope you enjoy it!!

YOU Can Do It Too!!

Time for another Team RockIt brag-fest!! Amazingly awesome life-changing things are happening in this team and I LOVE IT!!

Meet Erin and Rick Morris, a busy couple who decided to take back control of their health. Here is their story about how 21 Day Fix and Shakeology helped them re-focus:

"‘We have four children.’ That was always our excuse as to why we didn't make time to work out. 7 months ago we finally stopped with the excuses and got serious. We found 21 Day Fix and Shakeoloy and it has completely transformed our lives! Our children are no longer running laps around us, instead we are able to keep up with them.

We have both lost 25 lbs. and still going. Rick went from a 36 waist to a size 32, I went from wearing a size 8/10 to wearing a size 2/4. Working out together and reaching goals together has made our marriage stronger and brought us so much closer! There is nothing better than starting our day off breaking a sweat together! Our health and fitness has become a priority, our children depend on us to be healthy, they deserve to have parents that love and care about themselves so that we can teach them to do the same!"

Isn't it inspiring to see these transformations?? This is why I LOVE Beachbody!! If you've been thinking about becoming a coach and helping others reach their goals (and help your own family financially as well) click here to fill out a brief form and I'd be happy to share more information with you.

Adventures In Tofu & Shakeology

If you've followed me on Facebook recently you've seen that I've been experimenting with tofu a bit. I recently came across this recipe that combines tofu and Shakeology that looks FABULOUS!!

Key Lime Shakeology Pie

2 scoops Greenberry Shakeology
1 container tofu, silken firm (approx. 12 oz.) 
Juice of 2 limes 
1 Tbsp. sugar-free lime Jell-O® mix
2 Tbsp. orange juice
2 1-1/4 oz. reduced fat cream cheese
1 pre-made whole-grain graham pie crust
Directions: Place tofu, Greenberry Shakeology, Jell-O, lime juice, cream cheese, and orange juice in blender; blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into pie crust and refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour. (Makes 8 servings.)

One of the reasons I love Shakeology so much is because it is so versatile. And it is PACKED with SUPERNUTRIENTS!! From the Shakeology blog, here is a list of some of the supernutrients found in each glass of Shakeology:

• Adaptogen Supernutrients that help promote strong immune function, help the body cope with environmental stress, naturally help increase energy, help promote ideal cognitive function, and promote calmness
• Antioxidant Supernutrients that protect the body from free radicals, prevent cellular damage, and promote cardiovascular health
• Vitamin and Mineral Supernutrients that help your cells make energy, build and repair muscles, strengthen bones and support energy production
• Protein and Amino Acid Supernutrients that build muscle, reduce hunger and food cravings, help keep blood sugar steady, promote healthy skin, hair and nails, support brain function for alert thinking and well-being and support your immune system
• Phytonutrient Supernutrients that support strong immune function, promote healthy aging, help detoxify the body and promote an ideal alkaline state
• Probiotics Supernutrients that promote healthy digestion and normal colon function
• Prebiotics Supernutrients that help probiotics grow and thrive, and strengthen the immune system
• Digestive Enzyme Supernutrients that help your body break down food to assimilate nutrients better

If you're interested in learning more about the benefits of Shakeology then click here to fill out a brief form or feel free to contact me any time!!

This Is What Brings Me JOY

One of the things I love the most about being a Beachbody coach is seeing the moms on my team change their lives and start reaching their goals. Here is an AWESOME story from Team RockIt:

"Hey! I'm Shaylin, and I'm a 24 year old wife and mother! I have been married for 3 years to my perfect pair, and our 10 month old son is the cutest thing I've ever seen (biased mom opinion, maybe?!). My entire life up until a year ago was very unhealthy. Junk food was TOWERING in our garage when I was growing up, and most of our meals were very fatty.. Toast with a quarter stick of butter, tons of "cream of this" soups in our dinners, and we ALWAYS had snack foods until the minute we went to bed. I had issues with my body image all growing up, but I think it was because my mom did too, because looking back I was pretty "normal". 

When I left home after high school, I was really active and kept the weight at bay by going to dance parties and "slack lining". The foods I was eating consisted of 16 packs of old fashioned donuts (that I kept very stingily to myself), sugar cereal, candy, and Grandma Sycamore's white bread. I'm surprised my body didn't just fall to the ground and refuse to get back up!!! After I got married, I quit my job to focus on school, and I instantly gained at least 15 pounds in 2-3 months. Eh, big deal. Then another 5, and another, and then all of a sudden I didn't recognize myself. I turned very negative about everything, I would complain more often, and I was very irritable. To put it lightly, I was a terrible wife. I got pregnant a couple years into our marriage and people kept asking if I was eating healthier and I thought, "I've been eating this way my entire life, the baby will be fine!"

That all changed when he got here.. 5 weeks early, in the NICU for 2 weeks, and I just knew I HAD to be the best example for him that I could be. Three months after he was born, I found Beachbody! I ordered Shakeology and Focus T25 and FINALLY, for the first time in 23 years, paid attention to what I was eating and made healthier choices. I lost 7 pounds that first week, 12 in the first month, and then 4 months later, I was down 23 pounds. I was finally beginning to recognize myself again and my self confidence was sneaking back. I started reading personal development books which helped me to really focus on the positive things in my life, and everything has been on an upward path since then! I'm a happy wife and mom, I can run around with my son, I can play sports again, and I'm not worried about what others are thinking of me. I can almost out-workout my husband!! I have since completed a few other programs and am still working toward my goal, but I'm closer than I ever thought I could be! I am SO grateful for those who were placed in my pathway to help me find the better side of me again!"

This is why I LOVE Beachbody!! Seeing the transformation in people's loves brings so much JOY. If you've been thinking about becoming a coach and helping others reach their goals click here to fill out a brief form and I'd be happy to share more information with you.

Motivation Monday: Your DREAM Life

Happy Monday everyone!!

I love Mondays because it is a chance re-dedicate myself to my goals and make a plan to reach them.

So here is what I hope will be a little motivation to help kick-off your Monday.

You really don't need to be GREAT to start working on your goals and creating your DREAM life... all you need to do is start!!

I am proof that you CAN reach your dreams!! I never imaged life would take me where it has, but with a little bit of SWEAT and  TEARS and a lot of LOVE I have started to realize some of my dreams for my little family. An there is no better feeling!!!

A few months ago I started a 'Goal Diggers' group and I wanted to share the first video about achieving your DREAM LIFE. Please comment on Facebook how you are going to make YOUR dream life a reality!!! 

The Rule of DOUBLES!

Planning and creating meals when you are a BUSY MOM can seem DAUNTING.

Lets be honest...life with kids NEVER goes as planned!!   Dinner time always seems to creep up on me and then everyone is HUNGRY..tired...and WAITING for mom to figure out what to make is just NOT going to happen!!  So then you end up with frozen pizza or macaroni.. AGAIN.  Because its fast, easy...and you're just trying to maintain sanity!! You KNOW your kids will eat THAT!!  But..is it really healthy. NO.  Its not...but hey you are all still ALIVE.

Trust me....I have been there.  ALL THE TIME. Sometimes my kids still eat pizza and macaroni.

Once I started to shift to CLEAN EATING I found myself trying to figure out how to PLAN so that I didn't fall into the trap of being both TIRED and UNPREPARED....AND to find clean recipes my KIDS WOULD EAT!!!

Meet THE RULE OF DOUBLES!!!

The IDEA behind it is that YOU PREP DOUBLE the INGREDIENTS and you use those ingredients to build other meals during the week...So you DOUBLE up the USE!!  You SHOP ONCE, Prep DOUBLE and then USE DOUBLE.


Here is a video that explains it a little better:

Here is my MEAL PLAN for this Week!
It shows what I prepped....and then what I used!! Another trick is to prep the one or two things you need in the MORNING!  So if you need CHICKEN...bake it in the morning while you are getting your kids off to school! Or make your rice at lunch time while your kids are sitting eating lunch!!  THEN...when DINNER rolls around (and the meltdowns) all you have to do it throw it together.....

 

Here is the SHOPPING LIST 

(mine doesn't usually look this cute.....)

 

 Recipes:

Turkey Sweet Potato Chili

1 "box" organic Chicken Broth
1 can dark red Kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
1 can white beans
2 can diced organic tomatoes
1 can diced  green chilies
1/2 lb lean turkey
1 medium onion chopped
2-3 tbsp chili power (depending on how hot you like it)
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 1/2  cups chopped sweet potato (about 1 large sweet potato) 

Cook your turkey and onions together on the stove top and add to the  chili
Cook chili in crock pot on low for 6 hours

Top with shredded cheese and Greek Yogurt!!!  

*I cook my sweet potatoes in the oven first to make the taste sweeter...and then I add the extra bakes sweet potatoes to meals later in the week!!

Sweet Potato PREP 
WASH and dice 3-4 LARGE Sweet potatoes (1/4 inch pieces)
*I dont peel mine= more nutrients and fiber
Put 1 tbsp Coconut oil in a glass pan
Put in all the sweet potatoes
Bake at 350 for about 35 minutes till soft
Toss in melted coconut oil - sprinkle with sea salt
Put back in and BROIL for a few minutes to give them a ROASTED taste and make them a little crispy. (SO SO GOOD)


Turkey Ginger lettuce Wraps

1 lb lean ground turkey
1 medium onion-chopped
 10 finely chopped Large white Mushrooms
2 tbsp liquid aminos
1 tsp ginger

Sautee turkey and onions in liquid aminos on the stove top
add in mushrooms and cook till soft

 Secret Sauce!!!
1/4 cup spicy mustard
1/4 tsp siracha
3 tbsp honey (or stevia)

*Serve in lettuce cups

BBQ chicken bake

USE:
2 cups bre baked diced Chicken
2 cups pre-baked sweet potatoes

Melt 1/2 tbsp coconut oil in a glass pan
Layer 2 cups Diced Chicken pre baked Sweet potatoes,

Drizzle the top with BBQ sauce. ( a little goes a long way = less sugar) 

 Bake for 20 minutes at 350 then BROIL the last 3-5 minutes to make it  CRISPY on top.


PLAIN baked chicken PREP
1 tbsp Coconut oil in a glass pan
6 fresh or frozen chicken breasts
*Sprinkle with paprika

Bake at 350 for 40 minutes (or until done =) ) 


Florentine Chicken Toss

2 cups pre- prepped rice
1 can Diced tomatoes
2 cups raw spinach leaves
2 cups diced chicken
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp oregano
 3/4 parmesan Cheese
Optional: pre-preped mushrooms

TOSS it all together in a large sauce pan
Simmer on the stove top for about 7 minutes until the spinach is cooked...and DONE!!!

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese!!

 MR. Pizzas!!

We give them NAMES and FACES!!!
use pita bread to let your kids make their OWN MINI pizzas

PREP: 4 bell peppers
USE: leftover mushrooms

What you need!!
Pita Bread
Shredded cheese
 Marinara
 Bell peppers
Sliced olives
Diced mushrooms
(any other pizza topping)
.......And a sense of humor

Bake at 400 for about 15 minutes!!!

Chicken Fajita Roll ups

USE:  pre prepped chicken
           Pre prepped Peppers
   
2 cups diced chicken
1/2 Medium onion- sliced
2 large bell peppers -sliced
1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
1/2 cup shredded cheese
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp chili powder   

Saute chicken, medium onion, and bell peppers in 1 tbsp coconut oil.
Sprinkle with garlic powder, chili powder
Stir in cheese and Greek yogurt

Place mixture in warmed Corn tortillas!!
Roll them and secure with toothpicks
BROIL for 3-5 minutes on a cookie sheet till crispy
Flip and broil on the opposite side!!

*dip in greek yogurt mixed with salsa
*serve with black beans or leftover rice mixed with salsa

HEALTHY FRIED RICE!!!

This is SO EASY!!!  Its called... USING ALL YOUR LEFTOVERS!!  ANYTHING goes!!!

USE
Pre prepped Chicken
Pre prepped mushrooms
Pre prepped pepper

2 eggs
1 tbsp
1/4 tsp ginger
1 tsp garlic power

Other options:
Diced nitrate free ham
Chicken sausage
Peas
Baby corn
Broccoli
Spinach

melt coconut OIL in a large sauce pan
cook 2 eggs in the coconut oil- chop the egg into little peices
Add in in rice and veggies
Add liquid aminos

SERVE!!!

* I usually give my kids mandarin oranges on the side with this one


NOW...you have USED ALL YOUR INGREDIENTS with MINIMAL AMMOUNT of STRESS and WORK!!!