5 Ways to Stay on Track Over the Holidays (Without Going Insane)

Ahh, the holidays are upon us once again.  If you are anything like me, you have lots of gatherings coming up with family, friends, coworkers,or even just you and your significant other having some quality time to yourselves!  So with all of this, often comes the anxiety and guilt associated with figuring out what to eat at all of these parties, or how to stay motivated to work out.  And you're also getting bombarded with magazine covers that are trying to show you how to "Beat Holiday Weight Gain", etc.  Well, bah humbug!  Instead of deciding that you need to log 90 minutes on the treadmill, or that you need to eat nothing but celery at your next holiday party, try these 5 tips to help keep you on track, without being...

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Easy Chocolate Shakeology Pudding

This is a recipe I came up with that is SO easy - does not involve cooking, and is loaded with superfoods (from your Shakeology of course!) and good fats from avocado.  All you need is a few ingredients and a food processor.  I used my Ninja. No-Cook Chocolate Shakeology Pudding 1 ripe avocado, skin and seed removed (chilled is best) 1 ripe banana, peeled (chilled or frozen) 1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, more as needed Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until creamy.  Add a tiny bit of almond milk as needed for consistency.  Makes 2 servings.  Enjo...

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P90X3 is here!

Today is the day!  P90X3 will be launching in the Team Beachbody Shop by the end of the day.  I will be jumping on this, as I have never done a Tony Horton workout (crazy, right?) so I am super excited!  What's really great about this program is that you do NOT have to have completed either P90X or X2 in order to start this!  There are modifiers in the videos and you truly can start at any fitness level!   I will be forming an "Extreme Accountability" challenge group for this program so to stay current on all the latest news in regards to that, go ahead and make me your coach so you get my newsletter, and follow my Like page on Facebook for updates! More Q&A about this epic release today: FAQ: When is P90X3...

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My Transformation With Beachbody (so far)!

I have been wanting to put something like this together for awhile.  I remember when I was starting out in fitness, really overweight, I used to be SO inspired by people's before and after pics and videos.  I would watch them every morning before I would work out, to give me that extra kick in the pants!  I took making this vid as a personal challenge that really shoved me out of my comfort zone.  In my undies on the internet, really now??  But I must.  :)  So here it is - I hope it inspires you and shows you that we all start somewhere! You can join my free fitness group by making me your coach and messaging me on Facebook - eas...

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Get Fit, Give Back! Make a difference this month.

Of ALL the promotions Beachbody has run, this is my absolute FAVORITE. During this month of Thanksgiving, THIS is what it is all about: Beachbody is working with a nonprofit organization called Feeding America and our corporate leadership has created an opportunity to give back through our “Give and Receive” November focus. Here’s how it works: 2 WAYS TO GIVE: (1) If you order a Challenge Pack in November, Beachbody will give $20 to Feeding America. (2) If you order Shakeology on Home Direct (cancel anytime), Beachbody will give $10 to Feeding America. How far does this donation go? Each $1 contributed will pay to distribute 9 meals to the needy - including kids and the elderly. So a single Challenge Pack will provide 180 meals!!! What's...

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The 21 Day FIX - a NEW program from Team Beachbody!

Now there's a program that makes losing weight so simple and easy to follow, you'll never have to diet again! Introducing 21 Day Fix, the latest breakthrough from Team Beachbody®. What is 21 Day Fix? The 21 Day Fix program takes the guesswork out of weight loss. It's a unique portion-control system combined with easy-to-follow workouts that fit into anyone's busy schedule. Trainer Autumn Calabrese shares her passion for food and fitness as she shows you how to make simple choices that add up to life-changing results. Want to be the first to know when 21 Day Fix is available? Sign up below and be the first to know when 21 Day Fix is here. Demand for this revolutionary system is expected to be sky-high, so sign up now!  Can you...

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Be a Coach On My Team!

Becoming a Team Beachbody coach can literally change your life - I am proof!  Here is a little bit about what we do! Ok, I am ready!  What is the cost for becoming a coach?  How do I sign up? The start up fee is usually $39.95, a smaller fee than most companies will require, and well worth it!  I made up this fee easily in my first check from Beachbody.  :)  There are several ways to join for FREE however - I can tell you how! To sign up as a coach on my team, please contact me or find me on Facebook so I can make sure you know the various sign up options, and we can choose one that helps fit your needs the best.  I can't wait to chat with you!  If you are SURE you're ready, apply belo...

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Focus T25 is here!!

Shaun T's new program, Focus T25, is shipping TODAY!  You also get free shipping for a limited time! The best value is a Challenge Pack, which includes Shakeology (yes, you can choose VANILLA!!) and your program.  You save $70 ordering this way, and will have access to my personal Challenge Group, where I will be doing the program WITH you!! The base kit is also available separately, and has free shipping for a limited time! Focus T25 - 25 Minutes. 5 Days a Week. 100% Results. The only thing standing between you and the results you want is TIME. Shaun T experimented for the last year to design a program that delivers the same kind of results you'd expect from an hour-long program, in under 30 minutes. He's pulled out the...

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Vanilla Shakeology is finally here!!

After years of research, Beachbody has finally found a way to formulate a REAL, natural vanilla flavor for it's Shakeology shakes!  It is available starting TONIGHT and you will get FREE shipping on it until July 7th by ordering through me, a Coach!  Let me help you get started with the best meal of the day!  (Just click the link.)  :) ...

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Ginger Apple Detox Cocktail (21 Day Sugar Detox Friendly)

For the past few days, I've been doing the 21 Day Sugar Detox, kind of as a prep for doing The Ultimate Reset again in July (my hubby and I lost 47 pounds on our first Reset in March!).  For those who don't know, the 21DSD is basically an eating plan that involves eliminating sugars and sweeteners, real or artificial, for 21 days.  So no sweet foods!  It is meant to get your body at a place where it does not crave sugar, and is eating whole, nutrient-dense foods.  Nothing processed!  I am on Level 2, so there are no grains or legumes allowed - nothing starchy really, except for green-tipped bananas.  It's been a challenge but also very doable for me, since I was eating about 80/20 Primal beforehand.  I am...

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Beachbody Ultimate Reset RESULTS!

Hey everyone! Thanks so much for sharing this Reset journey with me! This was a hugely rewarding experience and I am glad I could shed some light on it for those who are wondering about it and who are questioning whether this is right for them. I am just going to cut right to the chase and let you know what my husband and my results were from the 21 day Reset cleanse!  (To the right is a little pic of me after the Reset, feeling lean and light!) Results Scroll down for before and after pics!  First let me say, this cleanse is about SO much more than losing weight!  We did plenty of that of course, but here are some things we experienced aside from weight loss that makes this Reset SO worth it! Better sleep (length and...

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The Ultimate Reset: Files and Resources

Here are some menu and schedule spreadsheets I used during my Reset - they helped tremendously! Print them out and put them on the fridge! :) Phase 1 Menu and Supplement Schedule Phase 2 Menu and Supplement Schedule Phase 3 Menu and Supplement Schedu...

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Ultimate Reset Phase 3 Recap: Home Stretch!

So, week 3 was somewhat low key and "uneventful" for us, which is  GOOD thing.  The food was good, we felt good, no complaints!  Here is my last recap before our big results!! The Food The food this week was really tasty!  We did not eat any grains, though they were optional.  I personally did not miss them, but it's nice to know they were there in case we needed them.  We had fruit every single morning.  Overall, this was a really filling breakfast, but on days when we were extra hungry we made sure to have some green apple or coconut meat on our plates.  Yay for fiber!  My kids also enjoyed watching Mommy bash coconuts open with a hammer, and used the empty shells as helmets for their stuffed...

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Ultimate Reset Days 11-14: Phase 2 Recap and Results!

Phase 2 has been pretty uneventful and easy for us I think!  I have had a rough last few days due to my kids being sick and home all day with me, but they seem to be on the mend so I am grateful!  I still managed to prep and cook all of our meals with no slip-ups, and everything we ate was really tasty!  Here are some highlights: Fruit Plate nearly every morning - score!!  I did try the mashed chickpeas and they were ok, but I decided to have fruit the second time they came up in the menu this week.  Love that flexibility! Mediterranean beets - who knew??  I was a big beet-hater when we started this.  Either my taste buds have changed, of the method we used to cook these was better for me, because I...

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Ultimate Reset, Days 8-10: On to Phase 2!

Yayyy, here we are in Phase 2!  The first few days proved to be pretty easy for us.  Here is a recap! The Food Breakfasts:  (Day 8) fruit plate, (9) mashed chickpeas, nori gomasio (toasted seaweed and sesame seeds blended together), and avocado, and (10) fruit plate. Lunches:  (Day 8) microgreen salad and avocado, (9) microgreen salad with pinto beans and rice, and (10) sweet potato and roasted red pepper bisque with Greek salad. Dinner:  (Day 8) pinto beans and rice with steamed zucchini and string beans, (9) roasted red pepper and sweet potato bisque with roasted asparagus and slivered almonds, and (10) quinoa lentil pilaf and steamed broccoli. What I love about Phase 2 is that you can double up a lot of the recipes...

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Ultimate Reset, Day 7: Results From Phase 1!

Hey everyone!  Just wanted to give you a recap of the end of our Week 1!  I am so excited to be moving on to Week 2, even though there is a new Detox supplement added that is a doozy!  More about that later...  On to the results!! Results - Ultimate Reset Week 1 I am happy to report that I have lost 8 pounds in 7 days, as well as 3 inches between my waist and hip measurements.  I an visibly see the difference in my stomach and it's crazy!  Even my legs look smaller!  In an obvious attempt to upstage me, my hubby lost an astounding 20 pounds the first week!!  We could not believe it, but what great motivation to continue!  In addition to the weight, we are both  more rested in the morning,...

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The Beachbody Ultimate Reset: Day 6, Relief!

I just want to let out a big sighhhhhh with this post! Day 6 was pretty fantastic after the roller coaster of days 3-5! I had no real aches and pains other than a little soreness in my back that was barely noticeable, and my shoulders were a little tight - but they usually are. I guess I carry tension there? Anyway, I felt good! I had lots of energy during the day.  I went to bed slightly early for me and I feel like I got a lot of good quality sleep - complete with some crazy Reset dreams. They aren't kidding when they say you will dream more - I've had some doozies this week. The Food  Breakfast - Baked tempeh, avocado, and steamed spinach. This was pretty good. For breakfast? Eh, I am not sure. The tempeh did have...

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