Meatloaf Cupcakes with Sweet Potato Frosting

My family LOVES meat and potatoes...I think I make meatloaf at least once a week but I was tired of the same ol', same ol' and decided to spice things up a bit! I didn't do much other than change the look of one of our favorite dishes, but something about the idea of having "cupcakes" for dinner made for some very clean plates and a very happy mommy. Last night wasn't a battle and I LIKE THAT!!! The best part is that it was still 21 Day Fix friendly and it took less than 30 minutes from fridge to table!! I hope your family enjoys it as much as mine does!!

Ingredients
* 1 pound lean ground turkey
* 1 egg
* 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
* 1/2 cup and 2 tbsp ketchup (separated)
*2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
* 1 large sweet potato
* Almond milk
 
Directions
(Preheat over to 350)
1. Combine turkey, egg, bread crumbs, 1/2 cup ketchup in a large bowl and mix well.
2. Divide meat mixture into 6 large balls and put in regular sized cupcake tin.
3. Mix 2 tbsp ketchup and 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce and top muffins equally
4. Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees
5. While muffins are baking wash large sweet potato and poke several times with a fork. Microwave for 5 minutes, flip and microwave another 3-5 minutes until totally soft.  Peel potato and add some almond milk....I just eye balled it but put in about 2 tbsp at a time until soft. Blend with electric mixer.
6. When muffins are done, plate them and top with 1/6 of the potato and ENJOY!!!

Serving info:
1 serving is 1.5 muffins topped with sweet potato

Fix Containers
1.25 Red, 1.5 yellow

Mom's on a Mission Accountability Group

As a BUSY mom I know that making time for myself takes a little bit of effort and it's NOT always easy! We are pulled in a million different directions and the last thing we want to worry about is what we are eating, where we are going to find time to cook it and how to fit in our workout. I also know what it's like when you dont make time for those things and your find yourself wishing you had made some time to workout and eat healthy so that you could fit into a pair of those cute jeans or little dress for that special occasion or just feel comfortable without having to suck it in to get those pants on or the muffin tops spilling over! 

I know!  I remember vividly covering up with big baggy sweaters and sweat pants to try to hide it all. When we would gather for family pictures I was always looking for some niece or nephew to stick on my lap to hide the rolls. I get it!!  You’re tired! I've had a baby who hasn't slept through the night, I've had to get up early for work and I've had to attend a million other obligations. And for these very reasons I was hesitant to invest in a fitness program, especially Shakeology because I was afraid I wouldn't like it or that I wouldn't finish the program or even worse START. We had a new family, mortgage, car payments and bills so I didn't want to waste money that could be used on other things.  I know exactly how you feel!!  I took forever to try Shakeology!  I had never done a meal replacement shake so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect.  However, I finally decided I had nothing to lose except maybe a few pounds....ok 50 pounds! But I knew if I didnt at least START I couldnt see results so I figured I’d give it 30 days and see what happens.

 

What did I do??  Well, I finally decided enough was enough.  I committed to TurboFire, drank Shakeology and learned about clean eating!  I lost 18 pounds and 12 inches in 3 months.  I have completely changed my life and my family’s lifestyle.  My husband has committed to the programs right along with me.  My son see’s the importance of exercise and even asks if he can do jumping jacks and burpees with us.  Yes, at 3 years old he completely recognizes what we are doing.  I love that we can be the role models of health and fitness for him.

To have this transformation has seriously been amazing and it has truly inspired me to pay it forward for moms just like YOU!  Regardless of how old you are or even if you have kids, I want to help you create a healthy lifestyle for you and your family.  I want you to lead by example and show others it can be done.  I am going to teach you how to plan healthy meals that are 30 minutes or less, make snacks that are healthy, tasty and will keep you full and to stay motivated for the next 60 days! My goal is to help you find a balance between treats and staying on track.  In the blink f an eye Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas will be knocking on our door!  Of course you want to enjoy the holidays and you CAN with the 80-20 rule.  That means 80% of the time you are on track and 20% you get to enjoy!  Together we will decide what is most important, what we are going to stick to and when we will allow ourselves to ENJOY!

  

This is a lifestyle change NOT a diet!  You can live a healthy life and still enjoy those special moments!

 I know this sounds AMAZING, so where do we go from here?? 

 Requirements:

 1.  You are required to have ME as your COACH through Team Beachbody.

 2.  Then together WE pick a fitness program through Team Beachbody that fits your needs, based on your fitness level.  Not to worry, I have something for you!

{21 day fix, T25, Chalean Extreme, P90X3, Turbofire, Insanity, Piyo, ect...}

 3.  You are REQUIRED to replace 1 meal a day with Shakeology ONLY for the duration of the group. Once it is over you can decide if you have enough healthy recipes in your pocket to prepare meals without needing Shakeology or if you find it’s convenient and it takes care of 1 meal you can keep going!  Yes, 3 years later my husband and I drink Shakeology daily!

 4.  Then, it is required that you participate in the online closed group daily.  Each day I will share a tip, recipe, motivation or recipe.  We will address everything from emotional eating to staying on track during the holidays.    You check in, rate your day and get your inspiration for the next 24 hours.  We all keep each other accountable.  You can log in whenever you want. 

We will be there for you during the good times and the tough times!   My job is to see you through from start to finish and help you succeed at changing your lifestyle.  I will share with you the recipes that my family loves along with the quick easy recipes that don't take a lot of prep

We will start our plan and prep week on October 20th.  That means we will “clean house”!!   Set our goals, give you recipes, a meal plan outline and suggestions and together we will start working out the following MONDAY!

21 Day Fix Kale and Sausage Pasta

I was totally craving a creamy pasta dish but I figured it was pretty much out of the question for the 21 Day Fix but I was wrong! This sausage and kale dish was everything this pregnant mama was craving and was hubby and kid approved!! And coming off of the picky, "I dont want dinner" streak my son was on that says A LOT!

Ingredients:

• ½ box whole grain penne pasta
• 2 links lean turkey sausage (I used Jennie -O)
• 2 green containers baby portobella mushrooms
• ½ green container sundried tomatoes (I used the ones in the bag in the produce section, not the one in the jar soaking in oil)
• 2  green containers kale
• 1½ green container spinach leaves
• 2/3 cup shredded italian blend cheese
• 1 tbsp whole wheat flour
• ⅓ cup almond milk

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions (save some of the cooking liquid to mix with the flour for the sauce)
2. In a skillet, saute all vegetables. Season with pepper, garlic and onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Once tender, remove from pan, and keep covered.
3. Remove the sausage from its casings and brown the meat in the skillet. Once cooked, remove from pan and drain any excess grease from the meat
4. In the same skillet, add the flour to the pan drippings and whisk to form a roux.
5. Gradually stir in milk and followed by the reserved starchy cooking water
6. Reduce heat, stirring slowly, and allow sauce to thicken.
7. Stir in shredded cheese, stirring consistently until the cheese dissolves into the sauce
8. Adjust sauce seasonings to taste, adding in garlic and onion powder and pepper to taste. Also, if the sauce gets too thick and pasty, add more milk or cooking water- you want this to have an nice creamy consistency
9. Add the noodles, sausage, and vegetables to the sauce and stir to coat evenly.
10. Use your green container.
     
    Made 6 servings.
    

    Fix Portions: 1 yellow, 1 green, 1/2 red, 1/2 blue
    Enjoy!

Get Lean for Halloween

So Halloween is basically RIGHT around the corner and seriously what's wrong with our society? I mean they know we want to rock those cute sassy costumes but start putting the candy in the stores in SEPTEMBER!!! Its so hard to go down one single isle at the grocery store without hitting an end cap covered in Kit Kats or Snickers bars!! Talk about TEMPTATION!! So what would you say if I told you I cold help you get through this month 10-15 pounds LIGHTER than you are today and that you can rock that costume with pride on the 31st?? I hope you're jumping up and down for this opportunity because I'm only taking 5, yes FIVE women for this opportunity!!

Who should do this accountability group?

*Anyone who wants to lose up to 10-15 pounds in the next 30 days
*Anyone who wants to clean up their nutrition, learn YUMMY recipes and use correct portion sizes
*Anyone who wants to spend 30 short minutes working out in their own home (workout optional, but recommended)
*Anyone who wants to learn how to get from holiday to holiday without having to hit the drive through or pick up a pizza because our days are CRAZY busy!!

So what's the game plan?!?! How Do I Make Sure I Am one of the FIVE to get in?!?!
I want to make sure that this doesn't become another fitness program that you invest in that sits on your shelf and collects dust.  I want to make sure that when you get the program in the mail, you bust it out, you make a plan and you SUCCEED!  My job as a coach is to be your support system, to help you to decipher the meal plan, to put a list of foods in place, to start together on October 6th and to track our progress, stay accountable, stay motivated and encourage one another to get into the best shape of our lives.

Lyndsay is down 6 pounds in LESS than 2 weeks!!

What is an accountability group? 10/6  Lean for Halloween
It is a closed Facebook group where no one but the members of the group can see what is being posted. I will walk you through how to set realistic goals for yourself, how to meal plan, prep, how to set yourself up for success, then each day you log into the group for a post of the day, motivation, recipes and tips.  We will track progress through our online group and you will succeed!  Trust me, if you commit I will meet you half way!  I won't let you give up! Are you ready to put all fears aside and go for it?  What's the worst that can happen? You could lose a few pounds, kick the soda habit and have a ton more energy!  Not so bad, right!!!! 

The requirements are that you purchase the 21 Day Fix OR 3 Day Refresh challenge pack through me as your free coach. I will be giving you all of the details to get the package once you complete the application below.  I must be your coach and only my customers and coaches are allowed to participate in this group.
Are you in?!?!  I'm only accepting a limited number of people into this exclusive group.  So please complete the application below to be considered for a spot and gain more information!
All you have to do is decide that now is the time for you to make a change!!!  Let's do this together!!! Fill out the application to be one of the FIVE women to be chosen!!

21 Day Fix Pumpkin Pie

Who doesn't LOVE pumpkin pie?!?!? But with that high fat and calorie crust its not exactly 21Day Fix friendly right?? So lets FIX that!! This is also a great way to get in your GREEN containers if that's a hard one for you.

Ingredients1 green container pure pumpkin. Make sure you dont get pie filling
1 egg - well beaten
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Optional toppings - 1-2 tsp Pure maple syrup, agave, stevia (comes in lots of different flavored drops)

Instructions

Mix all ingredients together

Spray microwave safe ramekin with non stick spray

Microwave for 5 minutes

Optional toppings - crushed nuts and drizzle of maple syrup

21 Day Fix Containers

1 purple (pumpkin)
1/2 red (egg)

1-2 tsp sweetener
Optional: 1/2 blue nuts

14 Week BUMP-Date

Not too much to report this week. It's been pretty smooth sailing, I can't complain! We did have three days where we had different contractors coming for various products so it was SO important for me to get up and get my workouts in early. I cursed my alarm each morning at 5am but by 6am when I was done I was thanking my will power for kicking in. I didn't beat myself up for missing my workouts and it wasnt hanging over my head making me feel guilty all day.

We had one of our routine ultrasounds this week and it was SO exciting!! We got a clear shot of "Baby Olaf" (My son has temporarily named him ;) ), but we still have about a month to find out the gender of our little peanut! I refer to her as "she" because it just doesnt feel right to say "it" lol. She was pretty sleepy but when I would cough she would stretch her legs out and move her arms all around. I was truly in heaven all day and couldnt stop looking at her pics! We checked out the farmers market and enjoyed an AWESOME Quinoa Bake for dinner...Check it out here!

How Far Along? 14 weeks

Size of Baby: About the size of a lemon. About 3 1/2 inches and about 1.5 oz. 

Gender: We find out in about  weeks. I can't wait because this pregnancy has been so different I want to see if all the gender stereotypes are true!
Weight Gain: I have gained 5 pounds so far. I think...I try not to get obsessed with the scale as can easily happen but I like to make sure I'm keeping myself on track.

Maternity Clothes: Not yet but have been eyeing the box in the garage. I need to get it out to see what I have and what I need to get. I'm loving my maxi skirts for going out. Nice and stretchy and flowy :)

Nursery: Not sure yet, waiting to find out gender first. 

   

Movement: Not yet, doctor said around 16-20 weeks it should start. I'm very anxious for this!

Symptoms: This week I feel great! Nothing to complain about and energy is back, thank goodness!!

Sleep: Still sleeping on my stomach and I thank my lucky stars every night because this is the easiest way for me to fall asleep. PLUS we have massages later in the week and I SOOOO badly want to enjoy that

Cravings: Nope nothing this week. Continue to eat clean and I allow an occasional treat but for the most part try really hard to stay dedicated. Not only for it to be easier to lose the baby weight but I also feel that it is SO important to give the baby nutritious foods not bad foods. 

What I Miss: This week it has been my E&E for SURE!! I've been sticking to my 5am wake up call and its a lot harder to push through without it but no caffeine for Baby Olaf!!

Best Moment This Week:  Having a lot of fun with my son and just being in the moment. We got to bake brownies, we played a lot of games and puzzles and even made mud pies in the back yard. I know in the very near future we are going to have a new addition and I never want him to feel like he's being pushed out or replaced so I am trying to have as much quality 1:1 time as we can have each day. 

Looking forward to: Our 5 year anniversary trip later this week. My hubby and I are getting away for a couple days and I cant wait to relax, get a massage, eat at a "fancy dinner" that doesnt have a childrens menu and balloons!!! And just spend 1:1 quality time with him unplugged from everything else!

Plan for this week: This week I'll be switching things up a bit. With traveling to my parents early in the week and then our trip later in the week its easier for me to work out to T25. I may have to modify, I havent done this program in several weeks but its the easiest program to bring with us on the road without needing to bring weights etc. I'll also be following my meal plan and bringing as much healthy snacks/meals with us on our trip so I can really indulge for our anniversary dinner and not feel guilty for it!!

See you next week!!
XOXO

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!!