Clean Eating

T G I F!! Yes, it is time for the weekend, but that does not mean it is time to break from clean eating. For many of us, the weekend is a time of relaxation and celebration. But let's face it, a weekend of cheats can totally derail many of us from the best of intentions. So, what is one to do? Start off by remaining focused on your goals. Set small milestones to aid in continued successes. Drink lots of water to keep the body well hydrated. Dehydration is a key component in overeating - the body mistakes thirst for hunger, triggering food cravings. Always have easy to transport snacks available. Before parties/gatherings with family and friends, try to eat a small meal to avoid over-indulging in the sweet/junk food. I typically pack a small bag of clean food to take to gatherings. Some of my staples: carrots, apple, banana, nuts, and 1/2 natural nut butter sandwich, Shakeology, and more. I reach for my food choices first. If asked by other party-goers why I am refraining from the provided food, I am quick to say I have dietary restrictions. Enough said. Normally, no one asks another question. The ones that do want to know more about my fitness regimen and mealplans - leads to some awesome conversations. Many of us simply feel pressured into eating what the general population accepts as normal. I have taken the approach that the health of my body is utmost important and I will do whatever it takes to preserve longevity. We can still enjoy a fun-filled weekend with family and friends without feeling deprived.

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GREETINGS!!!

Well, it has been a few months since I last posted, so HERE I AM!!!!

I have been very active with my workouts, including Team Beachbody's Brazil Butt Lift. It is an awesome workout, especially High and Tight & Bum Bum. I am continuously lifting weights and still running on a regular basis. I am scheduled to run in a marathon this October. My running regimen will start mid-late March. I am very excited about my training regimen and am looking forward to this coming summer. Great things in store for me!!!

Anyway, I will be posting again on a regular basis - recipes, training tips, and other health/fitness-related topics!!!

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Shakeology! It's Finally Here!

Okay!! Many of you are asking for more information about the new BeachBody product - Shakeology!!! Well, here it is!!!! Read on for more information!

This is a meal replacement shake with 70 different ingredients in it (too many to name.) NO CAFFEINE. The ingredients cover 6 macro & micro nutrient groups: digestive enzymes, protein/amino acids, vitamins/minerals, anti-oxidents, phytonutrients, and pre-biotics. Bascially it takes out all the guesswork for proper nutrition. You literally get all the veggies you need in that shake. Of course, I still want you eating veggies. :-)

A 90-day clinical study led by a MD was conducted with 2 test groups. The first group only used Shakeology once/day. The second group used Shakeology once/day, plus exercised 3x/wk and ate healthy. The first group, on average, reduced their oxidative damage by 45%, reduced their degerneative disease (forgot to write down the %), reduced cravings, and lost 10 lbs. The second group had all of the effects of the first group, PLUS, on average, reduced their total cholesterol 30%, reduced their LDL (bad cholesterol) 38%, and reduced their cardiovascular risk 24%!!!!!!! In comparison to several other available products, such as Jamba Juice Acai, Herbalife, Monavie, and V-8 V Fusion, Shakeology blows them all away!!!!

Cost: For a 30-day supply (one shake per day,) $119.95 is retail, $107.95 is club members, and $89.86 is coach price. Once you start breathing again :-), I want you to know that this is actually a great deal. It's comes out to $4/shake for retail and $3/shake for coaches. Remember this replaces a meal. I mean, how many of us drink Starbucks? Starbucks runs, on average, $4/specialty coffee but may be 360 cal, 51 carb, and 46 sugar. Shakeology is only 140 cal, 17 carb (that's only 1 carb serving), and 9 sugar. As I started breaking down the cost, I want you to know that I realized this is the perfect time to become a coach. Coaches receive 25% off all products. The savings is $30/month. Coaches pay a $15/month business fee. We still save $15 from retail cost!!!!!!!! In essence, that is $180/year!!!!! The initial coach fee is $40. Because we have $30 discount from the retail cost, technically it would only cost $10 to become a coach!!!!!! This is an exciting time!!!!!!! If you have more indepth questions about Shakeology and/or becoming a coach, I'd be happy to converse with you via email or phone.

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Gator