21 Day Fix Results

I am officially a 21 Day Fix graduate!! I was nervous starting this round because of all the knee issues I had at the end of last year, but I am SO glad I didn't let that stop me! I started slow, listened to my body and just took it one day at a time. I modified when I needed to and I pushed harder when I could.

I have been following the 21 Day Fix food part of the program basically since it came out so that part for me wasn't a challenge. But during these three weeks I felt myself wanting to mix things up, try other programs and do something different. But I didn't!! I followed it to a T (almost) for the entire 3 weeks. I did have to travel for work but I still got up early to workout before my flight and did some workouts in my hotel room using Beachbody On Demand!

So am I at my goal weight? Nope! I actually only lost 6 pounds and 2 inches from my belly! And I don't say "only" as if its not awesome! Because 6 pounds in three weeks is freakin awesome!! But I say it because this was just the stepping stone I needed to take me to the next level, I'm not stopping here!! 

Today my husband and I start Hammer and Chisel and I am SOOO excited to see what my body does over the next two months! I love lifting heavy so this is totally my jam!! I also love that it incorporates the same containers from the 21 Day Fix so I wont have to be trying to learn a new way of eating on top of everything else!

If you'd like to join me in my next online health and fitness accountability group starting February 1st I would love to chat with you!! You will get personalized 1:1 support, help with recipes, meal planning, motivation and tons of fun!! Please fill out the application below!

12 Days of Fitmas

Ok friends!! Santa just stopped by and delivered a BIG box of goodies for me to give to YOU!!

Over the next 12 days (starting tomorrow 12/12/15) I will be giving away a gift a day to anyone who purchases a challenge pack for our January 4th New Year New YOU accountability group!!

What's a challenge pack? 
It's your tool kit to kick off 2016 a happier and healthier YOU!!

You get:

FITNESS (workout program selected specifically to meet your needs, goals and fitness level)
NUTRITION (30 day supply of Shakeology, our nutrient dense meal replacement shake to replace ONE meal a day)
SUPPORT (60 days in a PRIVATE Facebook group where you'll get 24/7 support, motivation, meal planning, recipes, tips on dining out, traveling and staying on track)

and with all that you get SUCCESS!!! Not only will you be happier, healthier, toned and slimmer but you also have the chance to win cash prizes and a FREE T-shirt for participating in my accountability group!!

Prizes will be drawn at random each morning at 10am PST and will include items like the new Beachbody Performance Line, E&E pre workout formula, P90X FULL WORKOUT program, Gift cards, Sampler packs, Bonus workout DVDs, Slimming Formula, etc).

Check out the details below....

*A new prize will be drawn each morning at 10am PST and announced here on my page

*Once the prize has been announced the first person who confirms their order will get the prize

*If a daily prize is not claimed that day it goes into the vault FOREVER!! lol You never know what's coming next so if you love the daily prize jump on it!!

What can I expect and what are the Requirements for the accountability group??

You can expect....

1.  A health and fitness program to fit your needs in 30 minutes or less each day.
2.  Sample meal plans and recipes to help you stay accountable, to help you with quick easy meals and snacks to fit your lifestyle.
3.  Daily accountability through a closed online support group.
4.  Tips on handling holiday parties, a restaurant guide, traveling tips, healthy alternatives to holiday favorites.
5.  Motivation, Accountability every single day to help you end the year stronger than you started.  

What if you could kick off the new year happier and healthier than you ended 2015?  

The requirements are...

1.  You must be a customer of mine on TeamBeachbody, which means that I am assigned as your FREE coach.  If you already have a coach please reach out to the person you work with.  If you do not have an account, complete the application below.
2.  You must commit to a  fitness program and nutrition plan in which we will discuss options that are best for you, your ability level, your time constraints and your needs.  
3.  You must commit to checking into the accountability group daily and reporting progress.

How do I sign up??

1) Please fill out the application below

2) Make sure we are friends on Facebook and send me a message that you've submitted your application 

3) We will discuss your challenge pack options and get you enrolled!!

If you know someone who would love to join us please share this post or tag them below!!




**Prizes only open to NEW clients working with me who are NOT currently a coach or working with another coach. Please contact me PRIOR to placing your order to make sure the daily prize is still available

If we are not currently friends on FACEBOOK please send me a request so you don't miss the fun!!

What is 21 Day Fix EXTREME???

 

So if you follow my blog, (duh who doesn't?!?! JUST KIDDING...but you SHOULD!!) You know that I did the 21 Day Fix program earlier this year and fell in LOVE. I have pretty much made it my way of life as far as how I eat, what I eat and my fail proof portion control system. I have gotten awesome results and I have really found my SOUL MATE WORKOUT!! Autumn has made this so simple with easy to follow meal planning guidelines and short, effective 30 minutes workouts. I honestly never thought it could get better than this....UNTIL NOW!!

Coming February 2015 we will be introduced to the 21 Day Fix EXTREME!!! What the heck is that you ask?!?!? Well its her fast approach to portion control and fitness to lose weight in a short amount of time. This round will take intensity, guts and drive to deliver even MORE amazing results!

When this program comes out in February 2015 I will be about 8 months pregnant so I am ABSOLUTELY looking forward to this as my post baby workout. I have done several rounds of the 21 Day Fix, I still follow the meal plan to this day, 15 weeks pregnant, and it has helped me to have the most healthy, happy pregnancy. I can't wait to take it to the NEXT level!! I will be having an EXCLUSIVE Test group for any woman interested in this program. I will also be taking my current accountability group curriculum and taking IT to the NEXT LEVEL to match the intensity of this program. Think new recipes, new daily challenges and lots of FUN!!

Extreme fitness + Simple Nutrition = Extreme Results

Who is this program for?This program is for people who have done other extreme fitness programs and are ready for the next level

This program is for 21 Day Fix graduates.

This program is for athletes

This program is for anyone who has an event to attend in a short amount of time and wants to get amazing results in 21 days!!

What are the workouts?

There will be 7 different workouts to keep our bodies guessing, getting that shredded, ripped physique. 

They will be 30 minute workouts combining steady-state aerobics, resistance training, and explosive power moves that target every muscle in the body-to help you get shredded in a short amount of time. There will still be a modifier to follow the whole way through so you can start at your own level.
** All workouts except Yoga Fix Extreme will require weights. You can get these pretty reasonably at your local Target or Wal-Mart...or ask Santa ;)

What is the meal plan?You will get your color coded, portion controlled containers and you will get meal planning guides INCLUDING Autumn's very own 21 Day Countdown to Competition plan. You can follow exactly what she eats, down to a T.
Is there a Team Beachbody exclusive purchase window through my Coach, Melinda Besinaiz?
Yes. There is a 2-week exclusive window for Coaches and their customers to purchase 21 Day Fix Extreme through my exclusive link, before it is available to the general public on Beachody.com.

To be the FIRST to get all the details as they come in please do three things!!
1.) Sign up to make me your FREE Beachbody Coach

2.) Fill out this application below to be added to my VIP list for all updates, details and info along the way.
3.) Send me a friend request on Facebook, and shoot me a message letting me know you're ready to get EXTREME!!

21 Day Fix Chicken Chili

One of my all time favorite recipes is the TurboFire chili. But now that I'm following the 21 Day Fix I decided that I wanted to try to make some new recipes to share with my awesome challengers!! Something just kept bringing me back to that chili. Maybe it is the fact that I'm SUPER busy these days, as are ALL moms...right??? And I needed something to throw in my Crock Pot and get out the door!! Then I thought "why mess with a good thing?". So I made one SMALL tweak and viola!! A new recipe was born!! I love the chicken chunks in this version because it makes it a little more hearty but doesn't change the nutrition too much. Give it a try and let me know what you think!!

INGREDIENTS:
3 chicken breasts - cooked and chopped into cubes
2 cans diced or stewed tomatoes with green chilies
8oz whole kernel corn, canned
1/2 onion diced
2 garlic cloves (I used minced....and A LOT OF IT)
16oz can of Black Beans
16oz  can of Kidney Beans
1 Tbsp Tomato Paste
Home made seasoning mix - Cumin, Chili Powder and Mrs Dash Chipotle seasoning.  Add to desired taste...I put a LOT :) its all salt free and a "free food" on the program.
4 oz low fat shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

DIRECTIONS:
 Place all ingredients except the cheese into the crock pot. Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours. Top with 1 oz cheese per serving if desired.

21 Day Fix containers: Fill one GREEN container with chili and serve in your bowl. You will need to mark off one RED and one YELLOW container from your daily container allotment. (pg. 71 in guide book)

5 Fitness Tips for Busy Moms

We all know how important exercise and a healthy diet are but what do you do when you have to take the kids to school, after school activities, sports, church, PTA, Date Night and a million other things? You typically put yourself on the back burner, skip the workouts and hit the drive thru. And now that school is back in session it just seems like everything just got crazier! I know first hand how eating healthy and getting daily exercise makes your life just seem to run smoother, why? Because I've been there as a full time working mom and I'm still that busy mom now, I just work from home, but I make it a priority. So today I want to share with you a few ways I make time for my healthy lifestyle in this chaotic life we live!

1. Schedule a Meeting with Yourself. Just as if you had scheduled a meeting with your boss and DON'T cancel. You would never imagine canceling on your boss right?!?! But really take a look at your day. Don't schedule this meeting at 2:30 in the afternoon when you have to get your kids at 3pm. You deserve this time for you. So maybe it means getting up a half hour before everyone else or skipping the 10 o'clock news and doing it after everyone has gone to bed. Do what works for you and don't be afraid to ask for some help from a spouse. Maybe they can get the kids up and ready for school or they can do bath and story time.

2. Get an Accountability Partner. I know first hand if no one is watching it is very easy to skip the gym or not push play on your DVD and sleep in instead. But dreaming about results wont DELIVER results! So get a friend who will text you till you're up or come over and do the DVD with you. Its more fun with a buddy and you'll both be happier with the results!

Join an accountability group! I run these online each and every month. We are a great community of women all across the country coming together in an online group to keep each other accountable, motivated and reaching results!! If you'd like more info on these please shoot me a message.

3. Plan and Prep. This may even be my number one tip but we'll just roll with it. I can't express HOW IMPORTANT these two things are. In order to get anywhere in life we need a plan. You cant get in the car to go somewhere if you dont have directions right? So why would your health and fitness be any different? Sure you can wing it...throw together some egg whites for breakfast, grab a salad at the deli for lunch and hope to find some healthy left overs in the fridge for dinner but why would you leave all that to chance?

Taking some time out of your day on Sunday (or whatever day works for you) to sit down with a cup of tea and plan your meals and workouts for the week is absolutely setting yourself up for success! This gives you a no excuse action plan to tackle the week head on and set yourself up for success! Hit the grocery store with a well thought out shopping list, come right home, wash and chop your food. Cook and prepare as much of the weeks meals as you can and you'll not only save yourself a ton of time through the week but think of how you wont have to be washing dishes all week too!!

I literally take out a sheet of paper and start plugging in meals. I know I have my shakeology everyday for breakfast or lunch so that always goes first. Then I move to snacks and dinners. I keep things simple and always family friendly as I am not a restaurant (as my mom used to say). I cook one meal and we all eat together :)

4. Play with your kids! As moms we often find ourselves sending kids off to play so we can tackle the laundry or maybe catch 5 minutes of quiet time but why not get out there and have fun too? Take the kids for a nature hike and collect leaves and cool looking rocks. Play a game of hopscotch or leap frog. Heading to the park? Try some of these playground workouts and make it a friendly competition with the kids to see who can do more!! Everyone will have a blast and you'll be getting in a nice little workout too!

5. Exercise while getting ready. We spend a lot of time standing around waiting. Waiting for our breakfast to heat up, waiting for the shower to get warm, waiting for our kids to get dressed. So why not make the most of that time. Sneak in some counter pushups while your oatmeal heats. Plank until the shower starts steaming and lunge till the kids tie their shoes. It might now seem like much but I promise consistency will pay off and you'll start to notice some nice tone and definition in no time!

For more great tips like these on how to stay healthy and fit for the busy woman shoot me a friend request on Facebook or fill out the application below if you're interested in joining our next accountability group!

Red, White and Blue Berry Trifle

The 4th of July is officially here and so are the potlucks, BBQs and FOOD!! But if you're watching what you eat these days, have NO fear you can still enjoy the holiday and indulge in a sweet treat too!!

Whip up some of these Red, White and Blue Trifle's for your guests and enjoy!! Simply cube fluffy yellow pound cake (or angel food cake) and layer with vanilla Greek yogurt and fresh ripe berries!!

Egg White Breakfast Burrito

Father's Day is this weekend and this would be a great "breakfast in bed" for the Man in your life!! Low cal, high protein and a great meal for the kids to help prep!

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. finely chopped red bell pepper
1 Tbsp. finely chopped yellow bell pepper
1 Tbsp. finely chopped green bell pepper
1 Tbsp. finely chopped red onion
3 large egg whites (1/3 cup)
1 (8-inch) whole wheat flour tortilla, warm
1 slice low-sodium turkey bacon, cooked, chopped, ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
2 Tbsp. fresh tomato salsa
Preparation:
1. Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add bell peppers and onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes or until soft.
3. Add eggs; cook, over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until eggs are set.
4. Top tortilla with egg mixture, turkey bacon, and pepper (if desired).
5. Roll tortilla burrito-style.
6. Serve with salsa.

Grilled Chili Flank Steak

Barbecue Sauce can be PACKED with sugar, don't believe me? Go check out your favorite bottle and see for yourself, I'll wait......SEE!! :) So let's clean things up a bit and let chili paste (with just 2 grams of sugar per tablespoon) give your steak a kick! If you manage to have any leftovers, slice remaining steak for a Thai-inspired salad the next day. And if anyone reading this is doing the 21 Day Fix, it is DEFINITELY Fix friendly!!

Serves: 8
Prep time: 5 minutes
Refrigerate: 30 minutes
Cook time: 16 minutes

Ingredients
2 tablespoons Roasted Red Chili Paste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon black peppercorns, crushed
1 tablespoon cumin seed, crushed
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
2 pounds flank steak
Fiery Thai Salsa, optional (recipe follows)

Directions:
Mix red chili paste, oil, peppercorns, cumin seed and sea salt in small bowl. Coat steak evenly on both sides with mixture.
Refrigerate 30 minutes or longer for extra flavor.
Grill steak over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. Cut steak across the grain into thin slices.

For the Salsa:
Mix 1 large ripe mango, peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons Sweet Red Chili Sauce, and 1 teaspoon minced garlic in a large bowl until well blended. Cover. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition score per serving:
Calories: 194
Fat: 10g
Saturated fat 3g
Protein: 24g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Cholesterol 68mg
Sodium 348mg
Calcium 33mg
Iron 2g

Recipe found on www.shape.com

Bikini Boot Camp

I'm looking for 10 women who need to lose 10-15 pounds and want to join in on my next Bikini  Boot Camp Challenge Test Group, Monday June 2nd.

And there is a FREE GIFT for the FIRST person who upgrades to a PREFERRED CUSTOMER ACCOUNT!!! You’ll get a Hamilton Beach blender with travel cup attached and a Slimming Pack to get you started right

Are you saying, "not possible?" Oh YES it is. One of my clients lost 17 pounds in 21 days and she can't believe how much she eats on this plan. EVEN CHOCOLATE and WINE. Yep. No lie.

The weather is warm and the kids are ready to go to the pool.  Seriously, how can you look at those beautiful faces and tell them that you can't go to the pool because you don't like the way that you look in a bathing suit?!?!  SELFISH YOU MIGHT SAY!  Although, you can't tell me that the thought hasn't run through your mind or that you haven't used another excuse to cover up for the real reason you won't go to the pool.  Your excuses might sound like this:

I have to clean the house

The laundry is overflowing

I need to run errands 

It's right in the middle of nap time

There is a chance of rain so maybe we should reschedule

Oh my all of a sudden my stomach hurts so bad, can we go to the pool another time?

It's not fair to yourself or to your kids to make excuses why you can't enjoy the simple pleasures of summer.  I am saying this to you because I was once that person who made excuses for going to the pool. Then, I would be at the pool with my arms crossed hiding my belly and analyzing every other person at the pool.  I validated my feelings by pointing out their flaws in my mind!  Seriously, IS THERE SOMETHING WRONG WITH ME?  Do you do that too?

Enough is enough!  Right!!  You definitely don't have to starve yourself or do a juice diet or eat cabbage to lose weight and feel good about yourself.  I know that your summer is busy, you are traveling there are vacations and picnics and road trips and lots more.  Don't let that be another excuse to start later.  I will work around that.  I am excited to announce a special summer challenge group just for you!

On June 2nd I am kicking off the Bikini Boot Camp Challenge.  My goal is to help you kick the excuses, end emotional eating, arm you with the tools to be successful and teach you how to make it a lifestyle and not a crash diet.  It's a kid tested and husband approved approach to weight loss and living a healthy and fulfilling life!  My mission is to set you up with a fitness program that is not too easy and not too hard but just right for your ability level. Then, using color coded, pre portioned food containers to create a customized meal plan, I work WITH you so that you can learn how to plan out your meals, prepare healthy snacks, give you recipes, tips, motivation and accountability to start and complete a fitness program!  I call it a CHALLENGE GROUP!!!  It's not a competition to see who can win or lose the most weight but yet it's an accountability group.  It's a place that you can feel safe, you can feel comfortable talking about your struggles and triumphs, where you won't be judged for making a mistake instead we encourage you and  celebrate all the victories along the way!

The group will begin on June 2nd.  The requirements are that I am YOUR coach!  I will help you choose a fitness program to meet your needs plus you are required to replace 1 meal a day with Shakeology for the duration of the challenge.  The challenge is 28 days long!  Then, I will add you to the accountability group where we will set goals, track our progress, make your meal plan, teach you how to prepare healthy snacks, I will give you recipes and more!!  We will track our progress at the 21 day mark and make any changes at that time to the plan!

So yes, I'm sure you stopped at the Shakeology and said, heck no I don't do shakes or you said I don't want to be dependent on a shake to lose weight right! Well I was the exact same way.  Let me tell you I was so surprised at the difference Shakeology made in the way I felt!  Clearly I wasn't eating the recommended daily veggies or even getting enough of the vitamins and minerals from my foods that I was eating.  When I added in Shakeology (not a protein shake but a complete all natural meal) I stopped having cravings for sweets, I was making better choices vs the drive thru, I had energy naturally minus caffeine and I was truly pushing harder in my workouts because I was getting nutrition so my body could function properly!  No joke and I swear I'm not lying!!  It works!  (ok done with my soapbox, continue reading!!  LOL)

I can honestly say that the Challenge Groups changed my life!  As a mom I needed an outlet for support that I could do from my living room! This was a place that it didn't matter what I looked like, it didn't matter if I missed a step here or there, I didn't need fancy workout clothes!  I just needed me, myself and the TV!!!  The accountability group was my sounding board and MY COACH carried me through the tough times!!!!

Do you need that kind of support?  Do you continue to sign up for gym memberships, aerobics classes, weight watchers meetings and then fail to follow through?  Not this time!  It's different now!  You are READY and I am here to help you change!

It all starts with you COMMITTING to MAKE THE CHANGE!!!!
I'll provide you with:
-30 minute daily workout plan
-Nutrition plan
-Perfect portion container system for meal prep (no over or under eating)
-VIP accountability group
-Personal coaching and guidance on your goals

FINE PRINT: Free gift is ONLY available to the first person who contacts me to join the group as a preferred customer. This MUST be a NEW customer and you must sign up by WEDNESDAY MAY 28th to qualify for the free gift. Lastly you must contact me prior to signing up to confirm you qualify :)

If you know someone who might benefit from this opportunity PLEASE feel free to SHARE this post!

Please fill out the application to be considered and mention the free gift in your notes

May Fitness Challenge - Together we can!!

So there are officially 60 days until the FIRST DAY OF SUMMER!!! Seriously, where has this year gone?!?! I don't know about you but I'd like to hit the ground running and not only look good, but feel good on day one! I want to already have made significant lifestyle changes and look forward to trips to the beach with my family not dread them because I will either be tugging at my clothes or covered up in jeans and long sleeves!

 The good news is it's the PERFECT time to make a commitment to your health.  Maybe your short term goal is to lose a few pounds before the summer, lets do it!!! And I want to help you get to your long term goal to live a healthy and fulfilling life.  I would like nothing more than to see you become a positive influence on those around you, to share what you will learn and to truly make this a lifestyle change and not another fad diet.So now what?!  Well....I have options for the fitness fan AND the foodie alike...check it out!

Here is my official invitation to you! I will be opening my next accountability group in a couple weeks. Starting on May 5th you can join my 60 day health and fitness program.  During the 8 weeks I will teach you how to make exercise a part of your daily routine by matching you up with a Beachbody fitness program like the 21 Day Fix, Focus T25, Brazil Butt Lift, Turbofire, Chalean Extreme and more to meet your needs.  I will recommend a program that fits your ability level and that you feel works with your time commitments as well.

I will also require that you replace 1 meal a day with Shakeology.  Shakeology is a meal replacement shake that is all natural, helps you lose weight, controls your cravings, keeps you full and gives you energy to get through your workouts and the other responsibilities of the day.  You are only required to drink Shakeology during the 60 days, afterwards you can decide what to do.  The reason I require Shakeology is because when you are learning to change your eating habits and are adding in exercise this is one meal a day that you know you are eating the right portion size, the right food combination and that you are fueling your body for just plain good nutrition.  I will teach you how to plan out your meals, how to pair foods together to give you energy and lose weight, and give you a plethora of recipes to help make your meals easy and delicious.  Every recipe I share has been kid tested and husband approved!

As part of the Accountability Group you will be enrolled into my closed online support group.  In this group I will help you to set your health and fitness goals, I will post daily tips, motivation and accountability.  You will be required to check in each day and post your daily activities.  It's a great place to feel connected to other people who are going through the same life situations as you!

Does this sound like something you would like to do?  Then don't delay.  There are a limited number of spots available.  I do this to keep the groups small and allow me to provide you with the individual attention that you deserve!!! APPLICATION TO JOIN available BELOW!!

So now is the time, DO IT!!  60 days until summer....We have work to do!

Your second option:  Maybe you are not quite ready to do a complete challenge group but you want to learn more about how to Eat Clean.  Maybe you want to try Shakeology but are nervous about the investment and whether or not you will get the results you want.  I am going to be running a 30 day Shakeology and Clean Eating group starting on May 5th as well.  In this group you will receive meal planning, recipes, tips, basics on clean eating, support and motivation to make eating healthy a lifestyle change and not a crash diet.  We will incorporate Shakeology and I will teach you exactly how to get the results you are looking for.  Then, after the 30 days is up you will have a great base of knowledge to continue on with what works best for you.

Your second option:  Maybe you are not quite ready to do a complete challenge group but you want to learn more about how to Eat Clean.  Maybe you want to try Shakeology but are nervous about the investment and whether or not you will get the results you want.  I am going to be running a 30 day Shakeology and Clean Eating group starting on May 5th as well.  In this group you will receive meal planning, recipes, tips, basics on clean eating, support and motivation to make eating healthy a lifestyle change and not a crash diet.  We will incorporate Shakeology and I will teach you exactly how to get the results you are looking for.  Then, after the 30 days is up you will have a great base of knowledge to continue on with what works best for you.

Your second option:  Maybe you are not quite ready to do a complete challenge group but you want to learn more about how to Eat Clean.  Maybe you want to try Shakeology but are nervous about the investment and whether or not you will get the results you want.  I am going to be running a 30 day Shakeology and Clean Eating group starting on April 15th as well.  In this group you will receive meal planning, recipes, tips, basics on clean eating, support and motivation to make eating healthy a lifestyle change and not a crash diet.  We will incorporate Shakeology and I will teach you exactly how to get the results you are looking for.  Then, after the 30 days is up you will have a great base of knowledge to continue on with what works best for you.

Does this sound like something you would be interested in?   Let's get started today!! Fill out the application below and I will contact you within 48 hours to chat!

 

21 Day Fix Chicken Stir Fry

Week one of the 21 Day Fix I tried to keep it pretty plan and simple. I wanted to really understand the program and not overwhelm myself with too many new recipes or combinations. But now that I have that under my belt I'm ready to rock and roll!! I made the Asian Citrus Vineagrette from the 21 Day Fix cook book and it was SO good!! I also plan to use it on our chicken salads later in the week. This was super fast and easy and would be a great way to use up leftover chicken too!

Stir Fry Veggies and Grilled Chicken
Veggies  (Green Container & 1 spoon)
Ingredients:

• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 16oz bag of frozen Asian Stir Fry Veggie mix

Directions:

• Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat.  
• Add veggies in skillet, mixing frequently for 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp tender.

Chicken (Red Container)

Ingredients:

• 4 oz raw chicken breast, boneless, skinnless
• 1 tsp olive oil
• all purpose seasoning or Mediterranean Seasoning.

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees
• Place chicken in ovenproof dish
• Spray with cooking spray at the bottom of pan.
• Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in the middle and juices run clear
• Once cooked chop and toss with veggies in skillet to combine

Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness and weight of the chicken breast.  

Brown Rice (Yellow Container)

Make whole grain brown rice according to package directions, use 1 yellow container and store the rest in an airtight container for later.

Asian Citrus Vinaigrette (Orange Container)

 

Ingredients

• 1/4 Cup 100% orange juice
• 1/4 cup rice Vinegar
• 2 Tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce
• 2 tsp raw honey
• 1/2 inch fresh ginger, peeled, finely grated
• 1/4 cup sesame oil

Directions

 

1. Combine orange juice, vinegar, soy sauce, honey and ginger in a medium bowl; whisk to blend. 

2. Slowly add oil while whisking; mix well.

*Store leftover dressing in a covered container in the refrigerator. If dressing thickens when cold, hold at room temperature for 30 minutes and stir before serving.

So you have a super filling dinner that will keep you on track, feeling satisfied and on your way to meeting your weight loss goals!!!

21 Day Fix Week 1 & T25 Week 6 Review with Meal Plans

Lots of big changes going on over here! We just finished our fist week of T25 Beta and we LOVE it. Its a much faster pace than the Alpha phase and we are getting more comfortable with the moves. I feel like this is going to be where the magic happens! This is where the results of our effort are really going to shine!! At the end of week 6 my Hubby and I are down a combined 26 pounds!! And I'm going to brag for a second and say we STILL haven't missed a workout yet!!

And the other big change we threw in this week was the 21 Day Fix program!! The 21 Day Fix is a program focused on eating healthy, portion controlled meals along with exercise. The challenge pack comes with the portion controlled containers as well as the DVD workouts but since we were well into T25 we decided to combine them and get the best of both worlds!!

We kept the meals pretty simple for the first go around. I wanted to make sure that I really understood the  program, how it worked, what foods were ok and not ok, etc. This meal plan is not too much different than how we normally eat as a family to begin with but I could tell that the portions were a little smaller than we had been eating. Not so small that we were starving, in fact I was pleasantly surprised at how I was satisfied after each meal and stayed full till the next one. PLUS we got to have Oatmeal Chocolate chip cookies!!! And let me tell you they are kid tested AND hubby approved!!

Our 21 Day Fix pilot group kicked off this week as well and they are such a GREAT group of women!! They are all so encouraging, supportive of one another and have really started forming some great friendships. This group TOTALLY reminds me of my very first group and one of the main reasons I succeeded and have chosen to pay it forward as a Coach!! Giving others the support and motivation and watching them THRIVE is the BEST feeling in the world!! With that being said, I am just over the moon as I am seeing AMAZING results come in today! I also want to give a shout out to my hubby who is down 4 pounds this week too!!

So week 1 is officially behind us and tonight I'm heading to the store to prep for week 2!! If you are interested in joining us for our next 21 Day Fix challenge group, we are starting March 3rd. This is the LAST week for free shipping so dont delay!! If you would like to be considered, please fill out this application below and I will get back to you!

Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate Morsels and Toasted Pecans

When I first started the 21 Day Fix I was pretty excited about the fact that we could still have treats! I'm all about moderation, I personally feel that if we COMPLETELY eliminate a certain food or food group from our diet that it will just be a disaster waiting to happen. It wont last and a serious binge will be in full force!

I just couldn't wait to get these babies in the oven!!My whole house smelled amazing and I couldn't wait for my hubby to get home so we could try them! I can also say that they are kid tested AND approved!!


Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate Morsels and Toasted Pecans (Container equivalent per serving - One Yellow Container)

*Nonstick cooking spray
*1 Cup old fashioned rolled oats
*1 tsp ground cinnamon
*1/4 tsp sea salt
*1 cup unsweetened applesauce
*1/4 cup semisweet chocolate morsels
*1/4 chopped raw pecans, toasted


1. Preheat oven to 350
2. Lightly coat baking sheet with spray. Set aside
3. Combine oats, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl
4. add applesauce, morsels, and pecans; mix well.
5. Drop by heaping Tbsp onto prepared baking sheet; flatten with a spatula
6. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until firm.

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