Cherry Blossom Smoothie Bowl

Make this delicious smoothie bowl for a fast, nutritious meal anytime of the day! If you want to turn it back into a shake, just add all the ingredients to the blender instead of reserving them to go on top of the bowl. Add toppings like frozen cherries, sliced strawberries, shredded coconut, and add ice. 

Ingredients:
¼ cup water
½ cup unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
½ cup frozen unsweetened black cherries, pitted, divided use
½ tsp matcha powder
3 cups ice
¼ cup strawberries, sliced
1 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut
1 Tbsp. raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Preparation:
1. Place water, almond milk, Shakeology, half of the cherries, matcha, and ice in blender; cover. Blend until smooth.
2. Place smoothie in a medium bowl. Top with remaining cherries, strawberries, coconut, and pumpkin seeds; serve immediately.

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Paleo Egg Salad

Paleo Egg Salad

Believe me when I tell you this salad is so good! You have to try it. 

Prep Time:7 minutes

Yield:2

Ingredients:

• 6 boiled eggs, cooled
• 1/2 small red capsicum (bell pepper), diced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons homemade Paleo mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Directions:

• Chop the boiled eggs then place into a medium sized mixing bowl along with the red capsicum, avocado and red onion.
• In a small bowl combine the mayonnaise and chives. Add to the salad and combine well.
• Serve.

by Paleohacks Team From <http://blog.paleohacks.com/paleo-egg-salad/>

Homemade Paleo Mayonnaise

 INGREDIENTS

• 1 whole fresh large or extra-large egg, taken straight out of the fridge
• 2-3 tsp fresh lime or lemon juice or vinegar of your choice
• 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan salt
• 1 cup extra light tasting olive oil

1. Add all the ingredients to your glass jar and let them sit for a few seconds, just long enough for the egg to settle comfortably at the bottom of the jar, underneath the oil.
2. Insert your immersion blender and push it all the way down until it makes contact with the bottom of the jar.
3. Push the power button and do not move the blender for a full 20 seconds. Almost instantly, you’ll see the magic take place right before your eyes: the oil will start to emulsify and turn into this lusciously creamy and thick concoction, slowly making its way all the way to the top of the jar.
4. After 20 seconds, the transformation should be pretty much complete, so start moving your blender around and up and down just to make sure that every last bit of oil gets well incorporated.
5. Store in the refrigerator an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

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Spring Into Fitness With Support and Motivation From a Busy Woman Like You!!!

"Spring into Fitness" Challenge Group

Don't you know that summer bodies are made in the winter?  There is approximately 12 weeks until June.  The time when everyone is ready to go to the beach.  The stores are starting to put summer clothes out even though it's 30 degrees outside.  This is the sign that summer is coming and now is the time to start preparing.

Now, is the perfect time to start.  Every time you make a healthy choice you are closer to your summer body.  So, when you are ready to have a dessert, stop and think about that bathing suit you want to wear in June.  Think about it, 12 weeks is not a long time and it takes 21 days to create a new habit, 8 weeks to see change and 12 weeks for others to notice!! So, make the commitment now to start making progress toward June!!  If you wait until May, like I have in the past, it's too late and very frustrating and you will try unhealthy approaches to losing weight. Take ACTION today!

Start Your Healthy Journey

I am getting ready to kick start my Spring into Fitness support and accountability group on March 7th and another group on March 28th.  My goal is get as many women ready for summer without stressing out, without feeling restricted and view this as lifestyle change instead of a diet.  I want to show you how to fit exercise into your busy schedule and make meal planning as painless as possible.  

As a busy mom of two kids, working a high demand full-time job and keeping up with my spiritual food, I know how busy life can be!!  Work deadlines, school projects, homework, child in a gifted program, playing golf, cleaning the house, cooking, laundry, and on and on!!

Let's start with 21 days!!  Can you commit to 21 days?  30 minutes workouts, a daily accountable check online.

What are the requirements for joining the "Spring into Fitness" Challenge Group?

• Do you have a Team Beachboy Coach?  If not, then let me be yours!!  Create an account by clicking here  FREE Account
• Complete the Application so I can speak with you one-on-one to determine if this is a fit for you!!  Application
• Commit to 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix EXTREME, CIZE or Focus 25 and replacing 1 meal a day with Shakeology.  Why Shakeology?  It is going to make you feel better as far as daily energy and daily nutrition. It's 1 meal a day you don't have to think about and it's quick, convenient and tastes great.
• I'm going to support, guide, mentor, and help you set realistic goals so that the program can help transform your life and you get to do it with like minded people.

Sounds like a plan!!!  Okay let's make it happen!! Hit me up for details TODAY!!  

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Turkey Chili

When its cold outside, I think of making chili. I bet you do too! In the past I only made chili with ground beef. But, I have been making a chili recipe made with turkey meat and the kids love it when I make this recipe! It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. What's better than that, right? Jot this recipe down and head to the store. You won't regret. 

Tip: It's always better the 2nd day!!! And you can easily freeze this Chili to keep on hand for a quick, healthy meal.   

Ingredients:

2 tsp extra-virgin organic coconut oil, melted
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 lb cooked 93% lean ground turkey breast
2 cans (15 oz ea) pinto beans (or kidney beans) drained, rinsed
1 (15 oz) can organic diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, no salt added
1 cup red wine ( love to use Cabernet Sauvignon)
1 Tbsp. ground chili powder
1/2 tsp sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
8 tsp crumbled goat cheese

Directions:

1. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion and bell peppers; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 or 6 minutes, or until onion is translucent.
3. Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
4. Add turkey, beans, tomatoes (with liquid), wine, chili powder, salt, and red pepper.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; gently boil, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
5. Ready to place into serving bowls.  Top with cheese
6. Enjoy

To find more healthy recipes purchase Fixate cookbook.  The cookbook includes paleo, gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options. 

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Healthy Snack Ideas

Are you tired of eating the same snacks everyday and would like a change?  There are days, I can eat cucumber and hummus everyday and other days I want something different.  Before you get to that point where you run out of options, look at this list.

Some may ask, if I am trying to lose weight, why are snacks important? Our bodies need fuel to function properly and small snacks throughout the day will help our body function properly and help us to reach our weight loss goals.  A person should aim to eat every 2 to 3 hours and depending on your weight loss goals the calories for snacks varies.

Here is a short list of healthy snacks to help you satisfy your body and reach your goals!!

• 1 apple and 12 to 14 raw almonds
• 1 medium cucumber and 1 - 2 tsp hummus - my favor is Boar's Head Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
• Protein shake - 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder, 12 - 14 ounces and frozen fruit
• Shakeology
• Raw pecan halves and 1 green apple
• Turkey slices, low sodium, nitrate-free (minimally processed) and homemade honey mustard dip (yellow mustard mixed with a drizzle honey)
• 1 apple and 2 tsp almond butter
• 1 cup 1% plain Greek yogurt, 1 large banana, sliced and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• Lettuce, turkey slices and red bell pepper
• 2 plain  unsalted brown rice cakes with 1 - 2 tbsp all natural peanut butter 
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1/2  cup strawberry or other berries with 1 tsp raw honey to add sweetness. 

I hope you find a variety of snacks to help you fuel your body for weight loss and performance!!

Italian Meat Loaf

This recipe is kid approved and healthy!!!   When trying to eat healthy as parents we need to make sure our kids love the meals, so that they will ask for it again and again.  This is the case with this recipe.  I want to share this recipe with you all, so here it goes and feel free to add any new touches you want to it.

Italian Meat Loaf

What you will need:

½ white onion diced

2 Tablespoons fat free chicken broth

2 tablespoons garlic minced

1 ½ pounds ground turkey breast – I purchased the Italian season ground turkey breast, but it is not necessary

½ cup of Italian bread crumbs

1 can of diced tomatoes with basil, garlic & oregano

2 Tablespoons of fat free mozzarella

¼ cup of tomato sauce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. Sauté onions in the chicken broth until lightly browned
3. Add in the minced garlic and sauté for 5 minutes.   Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey breast, bread crumbs, pasta sauce, Italian seasoning, sautéed onion and garlic and mix together.
5. Place half of the mixture into pan.
6. Add fat free mozzarella and place the remaining mixture on top of the fat free mozzarella.
7. Form mixture into a loaf.
8. Brush the pasta sauce on top. 
9. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes or until done.
10. Take out of oven and drain off fat, then let cool about 10 minutes and serve.

Let me know how much you love this recipe.  If you want more recipes like this and looking for a workout program as well, leave me a message.  Check back here each week to see what's new! 

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Clean Eating Crockpot (Slow Cooker) Overnight Oatmeal

Clean Eating Crockpot (Slow Cooker) Overnight Oatmeal

(Makes 4 servings)

Wouldn't you love waking up and breakfast is already finished?  Now, your oatmeal can be ready before your start making coffee in the mornings.  This is a healthy oatmeal recipe that is delicious.

In the past, I used Instant Oatmeal, now, I use Steel Cut Oats.  Steel Cut Oats are lower in calories than instant oatmeal and have no sugar.  Feel free to add your personal touch.  Let me know what you think.

Ingredients:

1 cup steel cut oats
4 cups water
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Walnuts
1/2 cup raisins or cranberries (optional)
Pure maple syrup for topping

Directions:

1. Combine oats, water, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a 3 quart crockpot (slow cooker)
2. Cook for 8 hours.
3. Stir in walnuts or raisins or cranberries and maple syrup when serving.

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