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Monday, December 8, 2014
Healthy Sweet Potato Burgers
I love potatoes of all shapes, sizes, and colors... I don't discriminate on carbs when they have potential to taste like french fries. I'm pretty sure you agree right?
So a few weeks ago my boyfriend and I went to our friends house (cute engaged couple -- Tiarah and Tony) and they introduced us to an AWESOME seriously healthy and EASY recipe... So thank you Tony for being health focused and getting us hooked even MORE so on potatoes ha!
This recipe is EASY... and takes minimal mental effort. Ready? Me too, because even the left overs are #bombDOTcom
What you Need:
Directions:
So a few weeks ago my boyfriend and I went to our friends house (cute engaged couple -- Tiarah and Tony) and they introduced us to an AWESOME seriously healthy and EASY recipe... So thank you Tony for being health focused and getting us hooked even MORE so on potatoes ha!
This recipe is EASY... and takes minimal mental effort. Ready? Me too, because even the left overs are #bombDOTcom
What you Need:
- Two large sweet potatoes or yams
- organic, unrefined coconut oil
- Himalayn salt and pepper
- Grass fed beef/lean ground turkey/black beans -- use your preference of a patty -- black bean burgers are a GREAT option for vegan and vegetarian folks! For the black bean patty recipe (vegan and vegetarian friendly) CLICK HERE
- Hamburger seasoning
- Olive oil
- shredded cheese or pepper jack
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Cut up the sweet potatoes in circles - these will be your BUNS! So make sure your SP are big enough or your patties are smaller depending on the size
- Grab a pyrex larger glass dish. Toss in 1 tbsp of coconut oil -- if its not melted just place in the oven for a second. Toss the sweet potato slices around so they are coated with the coconut oil and add a dash of salt! Put in the oven for about 25 minutes -- don't let them get TOO soggy or your buns will fall apart!
- Season your ground turkey, beef or black bean patties with your choice of seasonings -- I liked hamburger seasoning, pepper, a little salt, and add shredded cheese to keep most. Then place into SMALL patties and coat with olive oil.
- Either in a pan, on a grill (like my hand dandy George Foreman), or in the oven, cook the patties until desired temperature/well/medium well/etc.
- When both are done, add some ketchup, avocado and enjoy! Or whatever toppings you want ;-)
21 Day Fix Approved:
Depending on which bracket your in based on your caloric needs/goals it depends on how many red/yellow/blue and green containers you have portioned for each meal. If you follow my meal above, it would be two red/two yellow/two green/1 blue (ok maybe two blue... whoops darn avocado).
But the main containers you are using: Green, Red, Yellow (& blue if you are adding avocado)
*The sweetness from the coconut oil adds the perfect sweet/salt ratio to your dinner, trust me its AMAZING! It doesn't taste like coconut burgers ;-)
Bon Appetite!
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Thursday, October 16, 2014
Getting Lean for My Skinny Jeans 30 Day Fall Challenge
On the topic of skinny jeans.. I'm talking about feeling confident in THOSE jeans... you know those ones sitting in the back of your closet/drawer/amoire that you try on every once in a while to see if they fit.
Yeah girl, we ALL got em. My favorite pair -- Guess. I kept those for YEARS and they fit me for through a lot tough times... oreo binges... Saturday nights out... I'm - too- lazy- just- wear-the- jeans again kinda days...
But ya know what I really wanted? I waned to be able to rock a pair of skinny jeans that showed my sculpted legs... but first I needed the sculpted legs... so that set me on a conquest...
I was determined to be a size or two smaller... I knew I could do it.. so I went from a size 7/9 to size 2/3/4 (or 26/27 << depending on the designer or make).
I don't like to always judge by the scale... I feel I'm often misled by what it says... sometimes I weigh 120 and look like I'm back to my pre p90x body (click here) and then other times I am 125 and look nice and ripped. I think that has ALL to do with nutrition/hormones/and activity.
Anyway -- after buying my GO TO skinny jeans (Jessica Simpson btw -- I'm impressed with the former singer. Can I just say that I have owned her shoes, wallets, purses... she's got good stuff) I felt... well...
In SHAPE. Fabulous. Look at #DATASS kinda feeling. Excited. Sexy. Proud. See pic below!
I couldn't remember the last time I felt that way about my body in jeans... not even with my my first pair.
Why? Because the biggest change was not only internal and the way I disciplined myself with workouts and eating for fuel... but that my body was responding... muscles finally showing, curves in the right places, healthy looking... strong.
Even writing about it makes me want to eat healthy food and just workout. It's an ADDICTING lifestyle for me... when you see progress, you get HOOKED.
I want to offer that same feeling to you.. if you give yourself the chance to FALL in LOVE with FITNESS <3
Maybe its not skinny jeans... but a bikini... or maybe its an old dress... heck maybe its to do it because you want to feel good about yourself buttt naked. Thats a feeling I think we should experience... self love is a beautiful thing.
Be as detailed as possible so I can help you better with your goals when you fill out the application HERE.
OH and you're PROBABBBLYYY wondering What is a Challenge? All that info is included in the link ABOVE or click HERE... <3
Ps you DO need Facebook to be in the group accountability group, if you do not have Facebook, I would be more than happy to communicate through email! If thats the case, please include that in the form above!
To beautiful bodies, minds, skinny jeans, and hearts!
Ciao!
Yeah girl, we ALL got em. My favorite pair -- Guess. I kept those for YEARS and they fit me for through a lot tough times... oreo binges... Saturday nights out... I'm - too- lazy- just- wear-the- jeans again kinda days...
But ya know what I really wanted? I waned to be able to rock a pair of skinny jeans that showed my sculpted legs... but first I needed the sculpted legs... so that set me on a conquest...
I was determined to be a size or two smaller... I knew I could do it.. so I went from a size 7/9 to size 2/3/4 (or 26/27 << depending on the designer or make).
I don't like to always judge by the scale... I feel I'm often misled by what it says... sometimes I weigh 120 and look like I'm back to my pre p90x body (click here) and then other times I am 125 and look nice and ripped. I think that has ALL to do with nutrition/hormones/and activity.
Anyway -- after buying my GO TO skinny jeans (Jessica Simpson btw -- I'm impressed with the former singer. Can I just say that I have owned her shoes, wallets, purses... she's got good stuff) I felt... well...
In SHAPE. Fabulous. Look at #DATASS kinda feeling. Excited. Sexy. Proud. See pic below!
I couldn't remember the last time I felt that way about my body in jeans... not even with my my first pair.
Why? Because the biggest change was not only internal and the way I disciplined myself with workouts and eating for fuel... but that my body was responding... muscles finally showing, curves in the right places, healthy looking... strong.
Even writing about it makes me want to eat healthy food and just workout. It's an ADDICTING lifestyle for me... when you see progress, you get HOOKED.
I want to offer that same feeling to you.. if you give yourself the chance to FALL in LOVE with FITNESS <3
Maybe its not skinny jeans... but a bikini... or maybe its an old dress... heck maybe its to do it because you want to feel good about yourself buttt naked. Thats a feeling I think we should experience... self love is a beautiful thing.
So WHAT now?! How do I join?
Be as detailed as possible so I can help you better with your goals when you fill out the application HERE.
OH and you're PROBABBBLYYY wondering What is a Challenge? All that info is included in the link ABOVE or click HERE... <3
Ps you DO need Facebook to be in the group accountability group, if you do not have Facebook, I would be more than happy to communicate through email! If thats the case, please include that in the form above!
To beautiful bodies, minds, skinny jeans, and hearts!
Ciao!
Saturday, October 11, 2014
Transformation Station: Wendie Strickler - down 45lbs
Hello bloggers and followers! Meet Wendie... ""Hi everyone I'm a blessed wife to my husband of 14 yrs & a stay at home, homeschooling momma to 5 kiddos. And now I'm wellness coach w/ Beachbody!
I have finally come to a place in my life that I'm just tired of my unhealthy lifestyle. My start weight was at 283+ lbs only 5 months ago when I decided to change everything! I ordered The 21 Day Fix and the path the wonderful health came hard and fast. Dropped 51+ lbs since and I'M NOT LOOKING BACK
Please join me in changing our countries fast food, low energy lifestyle, let me help inspire you & root me on as well while I continue on this most wonderful path!""<3
First and Last Name:
Wendie Strickler
Program Used for Transformation
The 21 Day Fix
How did you get started with Beachbody?
I tired bb for a hot second about 4 yrs ago but never started the program I bought. This time I saw the 21 day fix in my newsfeed and decided to go w/ Amee as my coach :)
Why did you decided to use this program for your transformation?
I used it cause it did a different workout for each day of the week and it had those colorful containers to teach me how to portion control.
Where does your motivation come from?
This part is always emotional for me...my motivation at first came from that 283+lb woman that was no longer happy and was making her family miserable too. But now being on this journey for almost 5 months my motivation has grown to be because of the people that I am now inspiring to get up and move. Or to eat a cleaner way. I'm motivated by the my husband that looks at me with the same loving eyes as he did 50lbs heavier & by my 5 children's happiness <:
What were your results like? How did that make you feel?
I have to up date my measurement this week but I have lost a total of 45lbs in 4 1/2 months. It makes me feel I'm worthy to look in the mirror and be happy & very proud of who's looking back at me....
What are your honest thoughts about the program?
I truly deep down inside believe that it is a life saver!!! I believe that anyone of any size can find a transformation to be happy with :)
How has your mental fitness changed since day 1 of the program compared to the last day? Besides the physical results, how did it affect you on the inside?
Pushing play was so rough the first week. I was sick to my stomach the first 4 days after each workout. Really gross I know but true....by the end of the program it was ah it and a yearning to include working out everyday....To actually watch what I put into my mouth! Very new to me compared to my old life style!
What 2-3 things do you feel helped you complete your Beachbody program? What tools helped you stay focused?
Autumns personality
My coach
My fast results
My coach
My fast results
What advice would you give to someone who is considering starting an at home Beachbody program?
To join a support/challenge group help you feel accountable and get wonderful tips and advice.
I'd tell them that by pushing they are bettering their lives and they are sooooo worth the change!!!
I'd tell them that by pushing they are bettering their lives and they are sooooo worth the change!!!
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Sunday, July 13, 2014
Southwest Turkey Quinoa Casserole
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Thursday, June 5, 2014
Strawberry Avocado Summer Salad
Welp, HAPPY ((ALMOST)) Summer!!!! Ok, I'm a little early, but that's ok.
I'm not a huge salad person when I have to make it myself because I just don't know what to do... I think its option overload so I always end up putting the wrong things together. I know, strange.
Anyway, this salad came out YUMMM and it was so easy.. and I'm a little proud of myself-- I can make pancakes from scratch off the top of my head, but I cannot master a salad, except this easy one.
21 Day Fix approved:
2 red -- chicken or protein (if you use two chicken breasts -- I cut all my breasts in half before I cook them so I get "more" out of it)
3 green -- I like a lot of spinach, but you can measure it out
1 purple- strawberries
1 blue- avocado (I'm apart of AA -- avocado's anonymous, I have a problem)
What You Need:
I'm not a huge salad person when I have to make it myself because I just don't know what to do... I think its option overload so I always end up putting the wrong things together. I know, strange.
Anyway, this salad came out YUMMM and it was so easy.. and I'm a little proud of myself-- I can make pancakes from scratch off the top of my head, but I cannot master a salad, except this easy one.
21 Day Fix approved:
2 red -- chicken or protein (if you use two chicken breasts -- I cut all my breasts in half before I cook them so I get "more" out of it)
3 green -- I like a lot of spinach, but you can measure it out
1 purple- strawberries
1 blue- avocado (I'm apart of AA -- avocado's anonymous, I have a problem)
What You Need:
- 1/2 avacado
- spinach
- Himalayan Salt
- Pepper
- Diced up chicken (or protein of your choice)
- diced up strawberries
- diced up avocado
- lemon juice
I don't use dressing, so if you do, by all means go for it... I just like less calories. I use lemon juice with salt and pepper ;-)
So combine all that, dash of salt, dash of pepper, lemon juice... and that's it!
It's simple, but fresh and easy. Can't go wrong!
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How did I do it? My Personal Story from Flab to Fab!
So I've been getting asked a LOT what I've done exactly to get where I am now from where I was... and I'm totally 100% flattered by all the questions and comments I've received.
From THAT ^^^
to THIS....
Looking back at my first before photos, I can't help but ask myself, 'Abby... what the heck. When did you lose self control and stop caring?" And it wasn't just for vanity reasons, but how did I let my diet get out of control?! I've always loved fitness -- but I KNEW BETTER.
The year before I started as a Beachbody Coach I literally made pancakes and brownies way too often, we're talking like at least once a month. But back then, at age 20-- I guess I thought I was invincible? It's not like I had a crazy fast metabolism all my life, quite the opposite. It felt like if I ate a few bad things, I would gain 5 lbs instantly! #instafat
*To get an idea of my very basic meal plan when I'm trying to be stricter GO HERE.
Not only that, but I LOVE a good burger -- and don't get me started on pizza. So obviously it's not that I became this super food nazi in order to lose weight and tone up. I just got realistic and focused. I still enjoy a cheat meal, and I still love brownies, burgers, pancakes and pizza-- but now I love my results more.
Once you see progress, you don't really want to turn back. Like EVER.
So from where I was then, to where I am now is a HUGE jump. Thank goodness I got my head in the game and my ass in gear or else starting now would be so much harder.
See, that's the thing.. so many people wait to start and then it's 10x harder then it would have been if you had started when you said you were. If you want results, you have to start giving it your all and stop giving up. Quitting doesn't make a winner.
So let's get onto the goods. JUST HOW did I DO it?!
Watch my video: Part 1
Part II:
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From THAT ^^^
to THIS....
Looking back at my first before photos, I can't help but ask myself, 'Abby... what the heck. When did you lose self control and stop caring?" And it wasn't just for vanity reasons, but how did I let my diet get out of control?! I've always loved fitness -- but I KNEW BETTER.
The year before I started as a Beachbody Coach I literally made pancakes and brownies way too often, we're talking like at least once a month. But back then, at age 20-- I guess I thought I was invincible? It's not like I had a crazy fast metabolism all my life, quite the opposite. It felt like if I ate a few bad things, I would gain 5 lbs instantly! #instafat
*To get an idea of my very basic meal plan when I'm trying to be stricter GO HERE.
Not only that, but I LOVE a good burger -- and don't get me started on pizza. So obviously it's not that I became this super food nazi in order to lose weight and tone up. I just got realistic and focused. I still enjoy a cheat meal, and I still love brownies, burgers, pancakes and pizza-- but now I love my results more.
Once you see progress, you don't really want to turn back. Like EVER.
So from where I was then, to where I am now is a HUGE jump. Thank goodness I got my head in the game and my ass in gear or else starting now would be so much harder.
See, that's the thing.. so many people wait to start and then it's 10x harder then it would have been if you had started when you said you were. If you want results, you have to start giving it your all and stop giving up. Quitting doesn't make a winner.
So let's get onto the goods. JUST HOW did I DO it?!
Watch my video: Part 1
Part II:
Please leave feedback, love to hear from my followers! Remember, not one size fits all. This has been my PERSONAL experience... we all find our way somehow!
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My Daily Meal Plan
I posted this earlier on my Facebook this week (Facebook.com/abbymaried) and wanted to share with my bloggers as well ;-)
To give a quick idea of what I eat on the daily:
16oz of water then,
***T25 for quick morning cardio***
Breakfast: ((OPTIONS))
Snack: Two eggs, spinach, and a slice of Ezekiel toast
Lunch:
Snack: Cliff bar or Luna Bar (before a workout usually) OR greek yogurt with an apple
Workout -- usually lifting (depending on the day of the week) following most of the Body Beast schedule (hello #ladybeast)
***Post workout protein shake and amino acids***
Dinner: Fish, sweet potatoes, veggies < something of that variation
TA DA... nothing crazy or complicated, but my week usually revolves around 5-6 meals a day focusing on using the 21 Day Fix meal plan guidelines (what would I do without that?!) and I try to drink as much water as I can...
Oh and I sneak in a cucumber smoothie from Robeks once a week.#ijustcanthelpmyself
But I do try to avoid doing this UNLESS its my designated cheat meal, then pass those chips over! I'll take another side of guac too.
* I limit fruit, but do have cantaloupe, strawberries, blueberries, apples because they are lower on the GI scale and lower in sugars! I will do fruit for breakfast if I have it and it's in season
OH, and I do NOT have fruit at night (if I can avoid it, but if I need something sweet, Ill sprinkle it with lemon and Tajin seasoning) and if I do eat bananas (which is rare) it's usually BEFORE a workout and/or 1/2 a banana!
To give a quick idea of what I eat on the daily:
16oz of water then,
***T25 for quick morning cardio***
Breakfast: ((OPTIONS))
- Shakeology and oatmeal with 1tbsp of PB (tastes like a friggin PB oatmeal cookie, #nom)
- 1-2 servings of Fruit (I follow the portion size from the 21DF), a slice of ezekiel bread toast, and 2 eggs scrambled
Snack: Two eggs, spinach, and a slice of Ezekiel toast
Lunch:
- Chicken, veggies, brown rice, avocado
- Healthy tuna avocado sandwich or salad (on a bed of spinach) with fresh fruit
Snack: Cliff bar or Luna Bar (before a workout usually) OR greek yogurt with an apple
Workout -- usually lifting (depending on the day of the week) following most of the Body Beast schedule (hello #ladybeast)
***Post workout protein shake and amino acids***
Dinner: Fish, sweet potatoes, veggies < something of that variation
TA DA... nothing crazy or complicated, but my week usually revolves around 5-6 meals a day focusing on using the 21 Day Fix meal plan guidelines (what would I do without that?!) and I try to drink as much water as I can...
Oh and I sneak in a cucumber smoothie from Robeks once a week.#ijustcanthelpmyself
But I do try to avoid doing this UNLESS its my designated cheat meal, then pass those chips over! I'll take another side of guac too.
* I limit fruit, but do have cantaloupe, strawberries, blueberries, apples because they are lower on the GI scale and lower in sugars! I will do fruit for breakfast if I have it and it's in season
OH, and I do NOT have fruit at night (if I can avoid it, but if I need something sweet, Ill sprinkle it with lemon and Tajin seasoning) and if I do eat bananas (which is rare) it's usually BEFORE a workout and/or 1/2 a banana!
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Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Women's 21 Day Fix Results - 21 Day Fix Review
Welllllllllp, the time has come! I finally get to reveal my 21 Day Fix results on my blog to share with you ALL!!!
So are you ready?
Im sure you're wondering if I lost weight...
but truth of the matter is...
I actually GAINED two pounds...
am I freaking out over that?
YES I AM!! That's 2 pounds of solid muscle and definition I didn't have before... check it out:
So are you ready?
Im sure you're wondering if I lost weight...
but truth of the matter is...
I actually GAINED two pounds...
am I freaking out over that?
YES I AM!! That's 2 pounds of solid muscle and definition I didn't have before... check it out:
At first glance it's so easy to think, "I look the same" but truth is, I wasn't going for a weight loss story, I was going for a habit changing story. I've been honest that I'm not all that great at meal planning, prep and my portion control needed some work.
I started out at 118 and finished at 120. Am I freaking out over 2 lbs??? HECK YES, that'stwo pounds of muscle I've been working hard for! I can see how a lot of girls freak out when the scale starts to tip in what they think is the "wrong direction" but truth be told, feeling strong is way better than feeling "THIN" so while I didn't lose weight (thank goodness) I did gain two pounds of muscle and the discipline to start prepping my food and sticking to my REAL portion sizes
I noticed a difference in my hips, arms and of course abs, I love how eating healthy and clean makes those muscles POP What I loved about the fix: it's realistic. There's no facade you're going to lose weight by eating whatever you want and however much you want... Even I get my delusional moments where I think, "I can just burn all this off" but it's like trying to cram 5 workouts in one day and expecting a 6 pack. GOODLUCK if you need a good ole fashion wake up call, then I totally suggest this program!
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If you want to know more on how to be apart of my 21 Day Fix support group on Facebook, need help with meal plan and prep, would like a sample meal plan and get started on the 21 Day Fix yourself, contact me NOW! It's 3 weeks, anyone can do 3 weeks right?!
Look forward to your results! As always XOXO
Sunday, March 16, 2014
21 Day Fix Meal Plan
Meal plan. Meal prep. Portion Control. I call it the 3 P's of nutrition, and you need all THREE if you want to see awesome results, and trust me peeps are getting awesome results left and right in 21 days. I'm just about done. I haven't weighed myself other than day 1, and haven't taken any other photos besides day 1. I'm ALLLLMOOOSTTTTT DONE so be sure to check back this week for my before and afters… =)
So let's talk meal planning.
Ask yourself:
1. When was the last time I strategically planned out my meals for the week?
2. Did they cover all the important food groups?
3. Did I eat every 2-3 hours?
4. Did I consume enough water?
5. Did I portion out each meal?
6. Do I even KNOW my personal portions?
7. Did I prep enough food for the week so I don't crave or crash for bad foods?
When I got the program, I had to ask myself the same questions and it went a little something like this: 1. I can't remember -- its been a while
2. Probably not.
3. YES (I like to eat)
4. sometimes
5. no
6. sort of, but over time I would allow a little more of this and a little more of that… whoops
7. NOPE.
So I knew it was time for C H A N G E. If you want different results, you have to be willing to try new things right?
So maybe your answers are better than mine, see it as room for improvement, of if your answers are worse, see it as an opportunity to get it right!
The meal plan from The 21 Day Fix is based on your caloric intake (based upon your weight) and then you are assigned a calorie bracket for how many containers you get per day… see the picture below.
In the back of the meal plan booklet, there's tally sheets you can use if you prefer to keep track that way. I found that I tallied my containers throughout the day IF and only IF I didn't follow my exact meal plan I had set for the week… if you need to switch things around, you have the flexibility to do so… so lets say you skipped one of your yellow containers that you would normally have at breakfast, you could use that later for lunch of dinner if you like.
So if I found myself craving a bigger dinner or lunch, I would opt out of a container or two and shift it over to my other meals. Make sense?
So let's say you're eating a 1200 calorie diet, you are allowed so many containers per day of each color… you can make a meal plan based off how many you get of each…
And each container has a specific purpose:
GREEN: VEGETABLES
RED: PROTEIN
PURPLE: FRUIT
ORANGE: SEEDS AND OILS (DRESSINGS)
YELLOW: CARBS
BLUE: HEALTH FATS (aka avocado hehe)
I decided to label my containers just so I could remember easily which was for which food group… gone are the days of the pyramid of food groups and now it's about the containers!
The great thing about the meal plan is you can do whatever you want without in the selected foods for each container… and it's pretty flexible if you want to have pizza or a glass of wine. BUT you have to SUB THINGS OUT if you plan on having a little cheat treat here and there--if you want wine, you have to take 3 yellows out for the week… if you want pizza, you can have 1/4 of a 12" pie.
The great thing about the meal plan is you can do whatever you want without in the selected foods for each container… and it's pretty flexible if you want to have pizza or a glass of wine. BUT you have to SUB THINGS OUT if you plan on having a little cheat treat here and there--if you want wine, you have to take 3 yellows out for the week… if you want pizza, you can have 1/4 of a 12" pie.
I'm not going to sugar coat it, when I feel restricted, I tend to rebel. So while I KNOW the meal plan has my best interests at heart, any type of plan that says, "no you can't have this" is a big fat NO for me. And while the FIX lets you have little things here and there, since it's only 21 days the point is to focus on eating clean the whole time. My boyfriend did an excellent job with it…. I however struggled. But I see it like this, I plan on using the fix meal plan and portioned containers from here on out, so it's a learning curve. I would give myself a B when it came the meal plan. The only thing I want once a week is a cheat meal. I need balance. But that's just me.
You can come up with some pretty great meal plans, I would suggest for your first round to make it easy and to really cement the habit.
Be prepared to prep food ahead of time and portion it off, while it may take more time and diligence, thats how you BUILD a good habit, through CONSCIOUS consistent effort!
My boyfriend and I both experience an increase in energy, alertness and clarity. Our workouts weren't as draining and we felt energized after. So think of food as fuel!
I hope this helped, just know that the 3 P's of nutrition are KEY! Think: PLAN, PREP AND PORTION!
If you have more questions in regards to the fix, making me your personal coach, or joining my FIX Accountability group on FB (there's a bunch of us ladies in there on our 21 day journey together)
and fill out the form, this will give me a better idea of how I can help you reach your 21 day goals and even beyond that. Can't wait to meet you!
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Homemade Sweet Potato Fries
With the 21 Day Fix meal plan, if you have a craving that's not exactly "fix friendly" you have to get creative. And while SP fries aren't exactly creative, they were a new venture for me and turned out just as I hoped, sweet, spicy, crunchy, and a little soft.
So let's do this!
What You Need:
So let's do this!
What You Need:
- 2 sweet potatoes (the purple red ones, not the yellow kind--yams, sweet potatoes, whatever)
- 2 gallon sized zip lock bags
- Himalayan salt and pepper
- Turn the oven on to 400 degrees F
- EVOO (just a few TBSP)
Prep:
- Cut the ends of the SP off, then cut in half, then in half again
- Put the SP pieces in the gallon sized bag with about 1/2 c of water
- Microwave on high for 5-6 minutes until semi soft
- Peel off skin once they've cooled off a bit (don't burn your fingers)
- then cut into long french fry type pieces
- Lay foil on an oven safe tray, then lay out the SP fries and drizzle olive oil on top.
- Sprinkle with pepper and salt, and mix around. Then lay flat and pop into the oven for 30 minutes!
- Once done cooking for 30, put broil on low and leave them in for 10-15 min depending how crunchy you like your fries
For the burger recipe in the picture shown, CLICK HERE
21 Day Fix Approved
2 yellows -- Sweet potatoes
21 Day Fix Approved
2 yellows -- Sweet potatoes
EAT and ENJOY <3
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Wednesday, February 26, 2014
21 Day Fix - Last Call! 21 Day Workout Challenge and 21 Day Meal Plan
Have you ever said, "I wish I would have done ____ sooner?!" I know I have.. keep reading (will touch on this in a sec) ..Michelle is a MY GIRL SO proud of her because I know she's not the workout enthusiast like me... BUT DAYUM!!! DAY 15 and looking like this?!
I kept saying, "Michelle, what are you doing?! Whats your meal plan?" Even as a coach sometimes we wonder what EXACTLY other people are doing because we want it too! But thats the beauty of the 21 Day Fix-- it reveals the obvious "secret" to getting healthy and in shape. Which is why I LOVE this program already:
The 3 Ps of nutrition: meal Planning, Prepping and Portion control… Im seriously so happy for her because I know she's been dying to see results… and honestly it ALL comes down to what we put in our mouths. Crazy how the right foods every 2-3 hours through out the day and 30 min workouts can CHANGE someones body in just two weeks time! Michelle you are a BOSS!
I'm doing my LAST call for The 21 Day Fix for this month-- what I believe will be our BEST SALE OF THE YEAR is happening now and ends on Friday! And for the price of what Shakeology normally costs ALONE, you get the program WITH IT. Seriously, if you pass up a deal like this, you're going to say in a few weeks, "I wish I would have…."
Whatchu get with the 21DF pack:
>21DF DVDs, meal plan (with plenty of options), portioned containers (uhhh the BEST part!!), and a to go shaker cup
>30 day supply of Shakeology® meal replacement and supplement!
>21DF exclusive fitness group hosted by yours truly
>Meal plan templates and examples you can use that I've created to take out the "guess work"
> RESULTS like THIS.
I love transformations, they always kick my REAR into GEAR! You'll find ALL your results when you get rid of your excuses! Congrats Chelle belle!!!! XO If you want it, message me and fill out the application to join here:http://abbymaried.blogspot.com/p/join-bombshell-challenge.html
*PS: I LOVE the chocolate bulk bag, however I totally recommend checking out the flavor combo packets so you can try different recipes and keep it fun and interesting! You can always change, modify or cancel your order without any hassle (just let me know).
Not only that, but I want to get to know your goals so don't forget to fill out my form here on my blog so we can start working towards YOUR goals!
I kept saying, "Michelle, what are you doing?! Whats your meal plan?" Even as a coach sometimes we wonder what EXACTLY other people are doing because we want it too! But thats the beauty of the 21 Day Fix-- it reveals the obvious "secret" to getting healthy and in shape. Which is why I LOVE this program already:
The 3 Ps of nutrition: meal Planning, Prepping and Portion control… Im seriously so happy for her because I know she's been dying to see results… and honestly it ALL comes down to what we put in our mouths. Crazy how the right foods every 2-3 hours through out the day and 30 min workouts can CHANGE someones body in just two weeks time! Michelle you are a BOSS!
I'm doing my LAST call for The 21 Day Fix for this month-- what I believe will be our BEST SALE OF THE YEAR is happening now and ends on Friday! And for the price of what Shakeology normally costs ALONE, you get the program WITH IT. Seriously, if you pass up a deal like this, you're going to say in a few weeks, "I wish I would have…."
Whatchu get with the 21DF pack:
>21DF DVDs, meal plan (with plenty of options), portioned containers (uhhh the BEST part!!), and a to go shaker cup
>30 day supply of Shakeology® meal replacement and supplement!
>21DF exclusive fitness group hosted by yours truly
>Meal plan templates and examples you can use that I've created to take out the "guess work"
> RESULTS like THIS.
I love transformations, they always kick my REAR into GEAR! You'll find ALL your results when you get rid of your excuses! Congrats Chelle belle!!!! XO If you want it, message me and fill out the application to join here:http://abbymaried.blogspot.com/p/join-bombshell-challenge.html
and just to show case some END results:
*21 Day Fix Sale ENDS 2/28/14*
There you will see THE 21 DAY FIX challenge pack, this is where you select which one you want, and also which flavor(s) of Shakeology you want as well. Keep in mind that when you get the challenge pack you get FREE shipping (that saves you $10-15 right there) but you also get a free 30 day club trial membership (extra meal planner, grocery list and totally customizable another $15 value)... OH and if you EVER decide you want to coach for business or discount (or both) Beachbody actually waives the initial sign up fee (normally $40) when you get a Challenge Pack (CP). Just keep that in mind! ;-) ya never know what can happen when you start seeing results (which you will)!
Not only that, but I want to get to know your goals so don't forget to fill out my form here on my blog so we can start working towards YOUR goals!
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Wednesday, February 12, 2014
21 Day Fix Workout Challenge with Meal Plan and Portion sizes
So, I uhh… got a question for you that could really change how you approach your health and fitness goals. You ready?
Looks pretty amazing right? It is. I just got mine, and oh baby, I cannot wait to get started!
But you can bet your sweet face I'm not doing it alone. I want to gather a group of women who are READY to take back their fitness, learn about meal planning and prepping, and women who are ready to see the results they work for. I don't know about you, but anything longer than 30 mins for a tough workout is hard to fit in the schedule. Don't get me wrong, I still do longer workouts, but because I enjoy it. I realize that many people don't like to workout, or feel like they have NO IDEA what they're doing and The 21 Day Fix is honestly a great start. And in our group we're going to stick together, share our meals, and keep each other focused. I've already got my first group starting, and I'm opening up one more this month and then that is it ;-)
So if you want to join us apply HERE to be in the challenge group
and
click to join our group on Facebook HERE!
21 Day Fix takes all the guesswork out of weight loss. There's no counting, no guessing, and no wondering. Just easy-to-follow portion control and one 30-minute workout per day. That's all.
How would you like to lose up to 15lbs in 21 days?
I signed the dotted line and I'm in.
But it's not just about weight loss. How would you like to have VISIBLE results in 21 days? One of the biggest complaints I've heard, and experienced, about starting new workout programs is that we don't see results as quick as we want. I know that impatience isn't going to get us anywhere and instant gratification results can be temporary, but seeing progress early on prompts you to want to keep going!
And with this program, the results aren't temporary. It's based on the idea that it takes 21 days to MAKE and BREAK habits. That means, over eating, not planning out your meals, drinking soda, ya know the bad stuff we usually fall victim to.
The 21 Day Fix is an at home workout program based on MEAL PLANNING and PREPPING with a focus on PORTION CONTROL and 30 minute workouts.
That means three of our biggest downfalls when it comes to eating right is planning our meals, prepping and portion control. And what does that mean? 21 DAY FIX tackles it HEAD ON.
You not only follow a workout program for 30 mins a day (can be modified to ANY Fitness level), but you also get portion controlled containers that are color coded for your meals, a meal plan, 30 day supply of Shakeology (the best thing out there, trust me learn more HERE), and the best part? You get to be in my 21 Day Fitness group on FB Called "Sweaty Chicks and Armpits" (you have to be on FB to participate, however if you do not have one I will work one on one with whoever needs my help).
Watch the Preview here to get an idea of what I'm talking about:
Looks pretty amazing right? It is. I just got mine, and oh baby, I cannot wait to get started!
But you can bet your sweet face I'm not doing it alone. I want to gather a group of women who are READY to take back their fitness, learn about meal planning and prepping, and women who are ready to see the results they work for. I don't know about you, but anything longer than 30 mins for a tough workout is hard to fit in the schedule. Don't get me wrong, I still do longer workouts, but because I enjoy it. I realize that many people don't like to workout, or feel like they have NO IDEA what they're doing and The 21 Day Fix is honestly a great start. And in our group we're going to stick together, share our meals, and keep each other focused. I've already got my first group starting, and I'm opening up one more this month and then that is it ;-)
So if you want to join us apply HERE to be in the challenge group
and
click to join our group on Facebook HERE!
21 Day Fix takes all the guesswork out of weight loss. There's no counting, no guessing, and no wondering. Just easy-to-follow portion control and one 30-minute workout per day. That's all.
In 21 days, you could get beach-ready for a vacation. Look drop-dead great at your upcoming reunion. Or jump-start a major weight-loss goal. It's simple, it's fast, and it works. So stop wasting time on diets that don't get results. If you're ready to get serious, 21 Day Fix can help you lose the weight.
Your 21 Day Fix Essential Package includes:
SIMPLE FITNESS
6 easy-to-follow workouts on 2 DVDs
Ready for a major calorie burn in only 30 minutes? We made these workouts short so you can get in, get out, and get on with your day. But that's no excuse for taking it easy. The workouts will challenge you at every level to help maximize fat loss. And there's always a modifier on screen to show you how to dial down the intensity without losing the benefits.
Ready for a major calorie burn in only 30 minutes? We made these workouts short so you can get in, get out, and get on with your day. But that's no excuse for taking it easy. The workouts will challenge you at every level to help maximize fat loss. And there's always a modifier on screen to show you how to dial down the intensity without losing the benefits.
- Upper Fix. Targeted resistance training helps shape your chest, back, shoulders, arms, and abs.
- Lower Fix. Firm and tone your entire lower body while you blast fat and burn calories.
- Total Body Cardio Fix. Keep your heart rate up and your metabolism revved high long after the workout is over.
- Cardio Fix. Get your heart pumping and your body moving as you melt away the pounds.
- Pilates Fix. Strengthen your core, elongate your muscles, and firm your hips and thighs.
- Yoga Fix. Improve your balance, flexibility, and strength as you help relax your muscles.
SIMPLE EATING
Your 21-day portion-control system
Forget about ounces, cups, and calories. These seven color-coded containers and Shakeology shaker cup deliver exactly the right portions every time, so you never eat too much or too little. Fill them up with as much food as you want—if it fits, you can eat it!
Forget about ounces, cups, and calories. These seven color-coded containers and Shakeology shaker cup deliver exactly the right portions every time, so you never eat too much or too little. Fill them up with as much food as you want—if it fits, you can eat it!
- Green—Vegetables
- Purple—Fruit
- Red—Protein
- Yellow—Carbohydrates
- Blue—Healthy Fats and Cheese
- 2 Orange—Seeds and Oils
- Shakeology® Shaker Cup—Drinks
Plus an easy plan to help you succeed:
21 Day Fix Start Here
Start seeing results immediately! This quickstart guide and workout calendar shows you just how simple it is to achieve your weight-loss goals.
Start seeing results immediately! This quickstart guide and workout calendar shows you just how simple it is to achieve your weight-loss goals.
And 4 FREE BONUS gifts:
21 Day Fix Eating Plan
This simple Eating Plan takes you step-by-step through the process and makes portion control so easy, you won't even have to think about it. Enjoy delicious, healthy food without counting calories, and watch the pounds fall off.
This simple Eating Plan takes you step-by-step through the process and makes portion control so easy, you won't even have to think about it. Enjoy delicious, healthy food without counting calories, and watch the pounds fall off.
3 Day Quick Fix
Get beach-ready in 72 hours! This is Autumn's secret weapon for losing weight fast before a competition or photo shoot. Do it during the last 3 days of 21 Day Fix for mind-blowing "after" pictures.
Get beach-ready in 72 hours! This is Autumn's secret weapon for losing weight fast before a competition or photo shoot. Do it during the last 3 days of 21 Day Fix for mind-blowing "after" pictures.
Dirty 30 workout
4 rounds of fat-burning exercises help carve out a leaner, stronger physique.
4 rounds of fat-burning exercises help carve out a leaner, stronger physique.
Not only that, but it's on sale this month for $140 << normally Shakeology is $130 alone, and you get it WITH your challenge pack, so you're practically stealing from us. Thanks.
To order your 21 DAY FIX CHALLENGE PACK CLICK HERE!
I am barfing with excitement! I hope you do this with us, and don't forget to fill out the form to join us (and make me your personal coach so I can help you reach your goals--my coaching is free ;-) )
Ya ready? Let's go ladies! Time to lift, tighten, tone, and love the reflection a bit more, and find your confidence boost!
-Abby
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