My Morning Gratitude And Affirmation Practice

I always start my morning with personal development, affirmations and gratitude. My affirmations are super personal to me as they should be to you. 

This blog post covers ALL the details on the morning practice that has not only changed my business but my life! I cover:

• Personal Development

• Affirmations: 10 goals as if they have already happened

• Gratitude: 5 things I am thankful for that day

MY GENERAL MORNING ROUTINE

WAKE UP + MOMMY JUICE

Wake up and make my Mommy Juice to get my day started and energized!

READ PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Lately, I have been reading 3 books:

• The 10X Rule by: Grant Cardone

• Excellence Wins by: Horst Schulze

• The Road Back To You by: Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile 

Once I have had my Mommy Juice and read my personal development books, my mind is in a very positive, high functioning place. I do not look at my phone before this. I have my phone with me but I have all of my notifications turned off. The first thing I am fueling my body with is something really positive in the morning.

VISION BOARD

I open up my digital planner and go to the “Affirmations” tab. 

• The first page within the “Affirmations” tab is my Vision Board. Since we are at the end of the year, I totally suggest to everyone to create a Vision Board. On my Vision Board, I have things like:

  
  BUSINESS GOALS

• 5X Top 10 Team

• Have 1 of my coaches in the Top 10

• Selling my West Point House

• Leading 5 Elite Coaches

  PERSONAL GOALS

• Being present with my boys

• Income goals for my family

• Then I swipe over to what looks like a blank piece of paper (but digital) and I write out my affirmations and gratitude. I start with gratitude.

GRATITUDE

I know I use a digital planner, but the digital pen acts like a real pen and paper when I write out my gratitude and affirmations. You can use regular paper and pen. There is a mind-body connection when you sit down and write. 

• Gratitude is saying “thank you” for the things you have. 

• I write out 5 things that I am thankful for. Here are mine:

  • I am thankful for my healthy boys.

  • I am thankful for my supportive husband. 

  • I am thankful for a business that brings me joy.

  • I am thankful for our beautiful home to raise our boys in.

  • I am thankful for the opportunity to create true financial freedom for my family and others. 

• Remember, these “I am thankful statements” change. These are things you are thankful for that day so it may change from day to day. It can be “I am thankful that my kids slept through the night.” Or, “I am thankful for the sun rising before me as I write these.”

• This is a great way to start with the things you are thankful for each day. This puts you in a very positive mindset of abundance. You are looking for the beauty around you vs. complaining about things in your life.

AFFIRMATIONS

Affirmations, just like gratitude, will be very personal to you. My affirmations surround what I am working towards and the vision I have for myself personally and for my family. The thing with affirmations is you don’t want to say “we are going to”  or “I will” you need to say “I am” in all of your statements or write them down as if the goal has already been met. 

• I am a 5X Top Ten Coach

• I am creating other Top Ten Leaders

• I am a kind, loving and patient Mom. 

• I am vacationing in my family’s Lake Home.

• I am attracting incredible leaders to me. 

• I am earning $X amount of money per week.

PROVEN BY SCIENCE

I know it sounds crazy, but most of the affirmations I write down are happening. Science has backed that the affirmations you are writing down whether or not you know how to get there come true once you write them down every day. There is a saying “you don’t have to see the whole staircase before taking the first step” and that is what these affirmations do for you. It lets you see the goal at the top of the staircase and your brain starts moving us in the direction of those goals because that is where we are telling our brain we are going. Your brain now is working to get you to the goal you want to achieve.  

TYPES OF JOURNALS YOU CAN USE

• My Digital Planner

• Rachel Hollis’s Start Today Journal 

  • Epiosde 72 of the Rise Together Podcast has more details on this journal.

• Regular Notebook

SHARE this blog post if it helped you! If you want more help with morning gratitude and affirmations, see below the IG TV video I made that is about My Morning Gratitude and Affirmation Practice!

Time Blocking to Avoid Overwhelm

As the new year approaches I had to share my process for one of the most common questions I get….how do you organize your day to stay present with BOTH family and business! Below is how I utilize time blocking to be a present mother and entrepreneur and how you can use it to get rid of that horrible overwhelming feeling in your life! 

Every Sunday, I take out my digital planner and write everything out all my to-dos for the week. I then categorize them by type…so I had one list for my corporate job (now my own business), one list for my health and fitness business and one list for personal/ family tasks. Then I take those tasks and apply them to actual hours in my day. 

See example of my time blocking day BEFORE I had my two boys below: 

5:00 A.M. - 5:30 A.M. 

• Workout

5:30 A.M. - 6:00 A.M.  

• Personal Development

• Affirmations

• Devotions/Meditations

6:00 A.M. - 6:30 A.M. 

• Office Hours: emails, messages, clear inboxes

6:30 A.M.- 8:00 A.M. 

• Shower

• Eat Breakfast

• Get ready

• Train to work

9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 

• Corporate Job

6:00 P.M.- 8:00 P.M.  

• Dinner and time with family 

8:00 P.M.- 10:00 P.M. 

• Income producing activities to build my business

See example of my time blocking day NOW that I am a work from home mom of two boys below: 

5:30 A.M. - 6:00 A.M. 

• Read 1 chapter of a Personal Development Book

• Meditation

6:00 A.M. - 6:30 A.M.  

• Write Out My Affirmations

• Gratitude Practice

6:30 A.M. - 7:00 A.M.  

• Clear inboxes, write social media posts

6:30 A.M.- 8:00 A.M. 

• Make boys breakfast

• Get Sam ready for school

• Morning time with my boys

8:00 A.M- 8:30 A.M. 

• Workout with William 

8:30 A.M- 11:00 P.M: 

• One on one time with William and household chores

11:00 P.M.- 12:00 P.M: 

• Lunch with David and William

12:30 P.M.- 3:00 P.M: 

• Nap Time Hustle: responding to messages, tackling to-do list, one on one mentorship calls

• David gets Sam from school

3:00 P.M- 7:30 P.M: 

• Family time

• Family dinner

7:30 P.M.- 10:00 P.M: 

• Income producing activities to build my business

Here are 5 tips that helped me use time blocking to avoid overwhelm:

TURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS

I turn off all my notifications (Instagram and Facebook) while I am in a time blocking session or with my family. When I do an Instagram story of my boys, I record the moment and then I put my phone back away. Being a present Mom and Wife is so important to me and this tip helps so much!

TALK ABOUT YOUR GOALS AND DREAMS

Talk about your goals and dreams with your spouse/ loved ones to get them more involved and understand how the time blocking process helps your future together. 

ELIMINATE TV

I do not watch tv simply because I do not have time for it. 

CHOOSE 2 IMPORTANT TIME BLOCKS

If your kids don’t stick to schedule, then just choose 2 time blocks to work. Make your 2 most important time blocks when you have the most quiet so for me that is in the morning and at night.

SLEEP MANAGEMENT

The reality is that sometimes you don’t get as much sleep as you want to. I choose my “hard.” I get woken up twice a night by William, but I still get up at 5:30 A.M. no matter what because if I don’t do my personal development and get my intentions right for the day, I am not as good of a Mom to my kids. I am more stressed and anxious. So I make the hard choice and get up early no matter what so it creates a better day for my family and I. But, some nights I will go to bed early to catch up on sleep. 

SHARE this blog post if it helped you! If you want more help with time blocking, check out this IG TV video! 

https://www.instagram.com/tv/B4-y-u6g2z8/

Best Shrimp Tacos

I could eat these tacos every single night, they were insanely good! The best part is, they are also super easy. My inspiration was “Flavcity Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Coleslaw” but my version is easier and lower in fat. Win win!

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Ingredients

• 1-1.5 lbs shrimp (raw, peeled, thawed)

• Seasoning mix (this is optional, we’re going to drench these shrimp in salsa anyway)

  • I keep it simple when I can and use a salt-free mix. For the pictured meal I used Frontier Co-Op’s Mexican Fiesta Seasoning.

  • Or mix 1/2 tsp of ancho chili powder, coriander, and smoked paprika

• Your favorite jared salsa (I used Frontera Jalapeno Cilantro Salsa. Look for clean ingredients and low sodium, watch out for added sugars and flavorings)

• Tortillas (I used Siete Cassava Tortillas as a grain-free option)

Cilantro Lime Slaw

• ~8-10 oz cabbage mix (I used a premixed bag)

• 3/4 cup 0% yogurt (I used Greek but regular should work)

• 1 tbs Coconut Aminos

• 1/2 tbs rice wine vinegar

• Juice from 1 lime (or 1-2 tbs juice, I also added 2 scoops of my lime powder!)

• A hit of heat (I used a habanero hot sauce but try Siracha or ground cayenne pepper too)

Directions

1. Spice up the shrimp (this can be done right before cooking or 2-3 hrs ahead of time)

2. Mix all the slaw ingredients together. Sample and adjust to taste!

3. Cook shrimp in a preheated pan. 2-3 min first side, 30-60 seconds on the second. Careful not to overcook. Make sure you’re getting a good sizzle and browning on that first side, otherwise turn up the heat!

4. Remove the shrimp to a cutting board. Deglaze your pan then add 1 cup of your salsa on low heat to reduce to a thick consistency.

5. Now is the perfect time to chop your shrimp and start toasting up some tortillas!

6. Return shrimp to pan and toss in salsa.

7. Make some tacos!

I served mine with a side of guacamole and arbol chili salsa, yum!

Barre Blend

I am so excited for the launch of my newest program, Barre Blend!! For those who have never done a Barre program before it focuses on low impact but high intensity to sculpt your entire body. This is the PERFECT workout for all of my postpartum mamas looking to get back into their fitness routines! Or for those of us, ahem me, who are ready to chisel their legs after gaining all the baby weight in your butt and thighs!

Transformations

What is Barre Blend?

This 6 week program has  40 full-body workouts that include high-rep, small-range movements and isometric holds, as well as compound, full-range exercises, targeted core work, and dynamic stretches. And every 30- to 40-minute workout includes light weight training and cardio intervals to keep your heart rate up so you can burn maximum calories and fat.

Barre Blend requires no dance or ballet experiences and is perfect for all fitness levels. Start by following the modifier or kick it up a notch with weights and bands. You won’t believe the amazing workout you get from a “low impact” workout. This is good news for us moms with weakened pelvic floors!

And this program also focuses on strengthening your mind! This program comes with “I AM” daily motivation cards to help you cultivate a positive mindset every day. 

Here is what is included:

• 2 prep workouts to introduce you to the program

• 40 unique workouts

• 5 Bonus workouts- these 10 minute workouts up the intensity and target specific body parts

• 3 Recovery Workouts

• I AM Daily Motivation Cards- Elise pulls one of these cards before each workout and bases the workout on the card. You can use them yourself to stay motivated through the program- and even use them in your morning routine just like I do with my morning motivation!
  
  

What equipment is required?

• Light dumbbells are required: 1 - 5 pounds should be good for most people. These are very high rep exercises so low weight is perfect!

• Loops and barre socks are optional!

Who is Elise Joan?

You might remember Elise Joan, the creator of Barre Blend, from 3 Week Yoga Retreat! She is a former professional dancer and has taught exercise classes for over a decade. She loves to incorporate mind/body training (hence the I AM cards and daily affirmations!). She is known for her positive, joy filled teaching style and has appeared on Lifetime Television, ABC News, CBS News and more! Her passion for this workout shines through- you are going to love her!

What Support Can I Expect?

You will be the FIRST to complete this program with me, meaning you will be in our official TEST GROUP, completing it side by side with me! We will be motivating one another, sharing recipes, and celebrating one each others successes! The test group will be hosting in a private app where you are able to log workouts, shakes, and create a private community of support!

I am so excited to have you as a part of this incredible community!

Important Dates

• November 25- Sample Workout Available

- You can access it in our VIP Info Group here >>>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/BarreBlendVIP

• December 16- Barre Blend available for purchase

• January 13- Barre Blend Day 1!
  
  
  

** Between December 16 and January 13 we will be following a prep calendar to prepare for day 1

What Packages Are there?

For New Customers:

I highly recommend the MEGA pack this time! It is a great way to get everything you need- plus you can even try out our newest Plant Based Beachbars! The Mega pack also includes a 3 Day Refresh, so you can start off on the right foot after the holidays! I will be hosting a special group just for those of us going through the refresh so that we can support each other!

For Current Customers:

If you aren’t feeing the Mega Pack then I always recommend the Deluxe package next- especially with a program like this where you will be SORE. Having Recover will help you function the next day- and allow you to give your next workout 100% And Energize- well I can’t live without it…hello mommy juice!

My favorite add ons:

If you don’t get the mega pack, these are my favorite products that will be on sale!

Ready to join me in the New Year?!

I am so excited to do this program with you! Make sure that you have filled out the below form when you are ready to order! And make sure to join our VIP Info Group over on Facebook so you can try out a sample workout for FREE before we launch! You can request to join here >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/BarreBlendVIP

ORDER FORM COMING SOON

My 21 Day Virtual Fit Club

Oh my goodness, I am so excited you are interested in starting your health and fitness journey with me! This is the program that changed my life and has now given my two incredible postpartum transformations! I can’t wait to have you join me! But first, here are all the details

THE PRIVATE GROUPS:

The virtual fit club takes place in a private app, which allows you to log your workout and superfood shake each day, upload your progress photos, and track your measurements. So everything is done in one place and I can see what you are logging and keep you accountable and on track! 

I post every day (a fitness tip, wellness tip, recipes, motivation, etc.) and a daily "assignment" (ex. set a goal for the week, share a success, etc.). 

So in addition to the fitness component, we dig deep and work on the emotional aspects of the transformation too. We all support each other and cheer one another on, so there's a great community and friendship aspect as well! The group and my 1:1 support is free. You just purchase your workout package and superfood shakes {listed below}!

THE WORKOUTS:

This Is Beachbody On Demand

Wondering what my "Netflix of workouts" is? It's a virtual library with hundreds of workouts, nutrition guides, calendars, and a cooking show! If you were to buy each program separately, you'd spend $8,000!

You will get unlimited streaming of EVERY program for an entire year + plus all the new releases that occur within that 12 month period (a new program is typically added each quarter)! Whether you like cardio, strength training, kickboxing, yoga, pilates, dance, or Thai Chi, we have something for you!

This group will focus on the newly launched version of the 21 Day Fix because it has a little of everything (cardio, strength training, yoga, pilates) and is the program my clients get the fastest results with! It is also was spurred my postpartum transformation with Sam!  

{P.S. This promo video super cheesy, but it will give you a feel for the workouts and nutrition plan! - And you’ll be doing a BRAND NEW version of this program that was just filmed last month!}

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SUPERFOOD SHAKES:

The other component to this is Shakeology, which is unlike any other shake because it's made from over 70 whole superfoods from around the world. It will replace your vitamin and probiotic, fill you up, give you natural energy, and tastes delish! Plus it helps your hair, skin, and nails! And it has nothing artificial! It's literally what gets me out of bed in the morning and keeps me going.

What sets it apart is that there are NO GMOs, soy, artificial colors, sweeteners, flavors, or preservatives! It's seriously delicious and improves your energy, digestion, cravings, hair, nails, and skin. The ingredients are sourced from all over the world and the Shakeology creators regularly visit the farmers to test the soil and ensure the best farming practices are being followed. 

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SHAKEOLOGY

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THE OTHER SUPPLEMENTS I USE DAILY

ENERGIZE is the pretty yellow {or pink} drink that gives me LIFE! I call it my "mommy juice" or "parent power punch" because it is AH-MAZING! It gives me a great little energy boost without the jitters! It comes in Lemon (which tastes like a fruity lemonade) and Fruit Punch! I drink it before my workouts and mid-afternoon if I need a little energy boost! Learn the science behind it here!

HYDRATE is an an all-natural form of Gatorade! It's perfect for replacing electrolytes during a tough workout...and it doesn't have any artificial crap in it! If you're a breastfeeding mom, this is a game-changer for your supply!

RECOVER is the post workout drink that prevents your muscles from getting sore. It replenishes what you lost and helps to rebuild and repair your muscles so you aren't too sore to press play the next day! Plus the chocolate tastes like a Wendy's Frosty and the orange tastes like a Creamsicle and is freaking delicious!

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THE RESULTS:

Look at these incredible transformations that came from our groups, meal plans, and superfoods!

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PRICING INFO:

You have THREE options to choose from! Here's what you get:

Option 1: Go BIG or Go Home - Mega Package (Best option!)

• 12 months of Beachbody On Demand

• 30 days of Shakeology

• 1 tub of Energize

• 10 individual packets of Energize (perfect to keep in your bag for a mid-day boost)

• 1 tub of Hydrate

• 1 tub of Recover

• Nutrition guide

• Shakeology shaker cup

• Energize / Hydrate / Recover shaker cup

• 1 foam roller

• 1 Beachbody mat

• Colored containers for food (not pictured here)

• access to my groups

for $275 US, $329 CAD, £245 UK

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Option 2: ALL IN - Deluxe Package (2nd best option!)

• 12 months of Beachbody On Demand

• 30 days of Shakeology

• Colored containers for food

• 1 tub of Energize

• 1 tub of Recover

• Shakeology shaker cup

• Energize / Recover shaker cup

• Printed Nutrition Guides

• Printed Quick Start Guides

• Access to my private fit clubs

for $230 US, $271 CAD, £230 UK

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Option 3: LET’S GO - Basic Package (3rd best option)

• 12 months of Beachbody On Demand

• 30 days of Shakeology

• Colored containers for food

• Shakeology shaker cup

• Printed Nutrition Guides

• Printed Quick Start Guides

• Access to my private fit clubs

for $160 US, $186 CAD, £160 UK

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COMPLETION PACKS:

If you currently have Beachbody On Demand or Shakeology, we have packages specially designed for you!

Option 1: Deluxe Completion Package (for current BOD members only)

• 30 days of Shakeology

• Colored containers for food

• 1 tub of Energize

• 1 tub of Recover

• Shakeology shaker cup

• Energize / Recover shaker cup

• Printed Nutrition Guides

• Printed Quick Start Guides

• Access to my private fit clubs

for $201 US, $236 CAD, £201 UK

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Option 2: Basic Completion Package (for current BOD & Shakeology members only)

• Colored containers for food

• 1 tub of Energize

• 1 tub of Recover

• Energize / Recover shaker cup

• Printed Nutrition Guides

• Printed Quick Start Guides

• Access to my private fit clubs

for $130 US, $150 CAD, £130 UK

After you complete this program, I'll help you choose your next program! I know you will LOVE this and feel INCREDIBLE!

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SIGNING UP AND GETTING STARTED:

If you are READY to join us, complete this quick form and I'll be in touch to get you signed up soon!

Girlboss Apprenticeship

Ahh, hello future girlboss!! I am so excited to launch my 2019 Girlboss Apprenticeship and I can't wait to give you all the details!

If you've been thinking about joining my team of girlbosses as an online coach/lifestyle influencer, I have a week-long trial to help you decide if you are made for the coach life! 

Here's who I'm looking for:

• moms who would love to earn a paycheck by working out at home with their little ones by their side

• women who can totally live in workout clothes and would rather hang out with their chunky baby than put on makeup

• ladies who want to make social media fun and are ready to find like-minded besties around the world

• women who love supporting other women 

• mamas who are hard workers, natural born leaders, and willing to do anything to give their family financial freedom

Basically, I'm looking for girls who'd love to be peanut butter-eating, shake-drinking, yoga pants-wearing, stay-at-home future mombosses! 

Here's how it works:

• Everything will take place in a private Facebook group

• You will subscribe to the FREE trial of Beachbody On Demand! I have selected my favorite workouts from various programs and will provide you with a calendar to follow Monday-Friday! 

• Each day you'll do your workout, then snap a sweaty selfie for accountability, and post it in our private group! This is where the support and community come into play! 

• All the while, the top leaders on my team and I will be providing daily trainings on social media to help you dip your toe in the water and get comfortable sharing your journey! 

• At the end, you can decide if coaching is for you! If so, we'll convert your free trial into an actual membership, enroll you in my New Coach Academy, welcome you to our team, and hit the ground running! 

You have nothing to lose by giving this a 5 day free trial...but there's a whole LOT you can gain! 

Coaching has changed EVERY aspect of my life and it's my favorite thing to pay forward and share with other women! I know what it has done for my family and my coaches families and I'd love to show you what it can do for yours! 

If you'd like to join my FREE Girlboss Apprenticeship, please complete my application below: 

If you have any questions, please email me at hollyhillyerfitness@gmail.com I am so excited to start working together to help you build the life of your dreams! 

The Ultimate Portion Fix - Family Friendly Meal Planning

If you have been following my journey, you know that I swear by my little color coded portion containers for meal planing! These containers help keep me on track, make meal planning super easy, and have not only helped me lose the postpartum baby weight but they helped me add in the RIGHT extra calories for breastfeeding! Below you can see my postpartum journey with the original Portion Fix. During this time I also exclusively breastfed Sam (for two years) and donated over 5,000 oz of breastmilk to NICU babies!

That is why I am so excited to announce my newest program, The Ultimate Portion Fix, which actually dives deeper into the container system and now includes a KIDS MEAL GUIDE is being released on March 18th!

Program OVerview

After 4 years of helping customers reach their health and fitness goals, I have completed the official test group for the Ultimate Portion Fix and credit it for my healthy pregnancy with baby #2! Want more details on the program? Check out the video below!

 Why try the Ultimate Portion Fix?

This is not a diet, this is a lifestyle change, nutrition plan, and learning experience designed for EVERYONE (including husbands and kids). The plan will teach you how to eat better, not just tell you. By the end, you’ll have a whole new way of thinking about food! Plus, it’s a simple and sustainable plan that will keep you wanting to eat healthy in the long-term.

You’ll banish that sugar addiction: You’ll discover why sugar is so addictive and how to break the addiction.

It’s designed for the entire family: There’s a big emphasis on kids and how to get them to eat healthy, not just you! Yes, even with a good eater like Sam I get the “I want chicken nuggets” argument, and I’ve got strategies to win!

Create your own custom meal plan: You will learn how to create your own eating plan based on your specific goal and dietary restrictions, like vegan, gluten-free, or paleo!

What’s included with the program?

30 New Videos: These videos explain everything from the containers to the principles of the plan — no guessing games involved.

Fixate Volume 2 Cookbook: Including 102 brand new deliciously healthy recipes.

Lunch Ideas for Kids: I told you this was for the whole family! This PDF contains 75 healthy options for kids lunches to help them eat a balanced diet.

Nutrition+ App Tracking: You’ll have access to Beachbody’s nutrition app where you can track containers, water, weight, and more!

Portion Fix Containers: Of course, you’ll need a set of containers!

Beachbody Insulated Tote Bag: Which comes with containers, ice packs, and lots of storage to help you eat healthy on the go!

Want to Workout LIVE with Autumn?

Along with the in depth meal plan you now have the opportunity to workout Live with Autumn Calabrese, the creator of the 21 Day Fix and 21 Day Fix Extreme when she does a LIVE RESHOOT of both of these programs!

This was exactly how the 80 Day Obsession Test Group worked and let me tell you, it was AWESOME. There’s just something about knowing that the whole cast is in it with you at the same time — no pushing pause — that makes you work harder!

All you have to do is purchase the Ultimate Portion Fix when it launches in March 18th and you’ll get an invitation to join the live workouts starting in April!

What are the package options?

We have different options depending on whether you are a NEW customer or a CURRENT customer! Read on!

Ready to go all in with your nutrition?

I am so excited to help you get started with the program that changed my life. Please complete the form below and I will get you all the details on how to order as soon as the program releases!

Favorite New Baby Finds

I am having the best time shopping for baby boy #2! It is so nice to know we don’t need a ton of new things for him but can pick and choose a few nice new pieces!

I have fallen in love with our gowns, hats, and swaddles from Lou Lou & Co ! They are so soft, stretchy, lightweight, and I can’t wait to cuddle our new little man in them!

Probably our biggest purchase for the new baby is the Snoo bassinet. We loved our DockATot for Sam and although extremely convenient it was not the miracle sleep solution we were looking for….umm Sam still struggles to sleep through the night and didn’t consistently until 17 months! So after so many friends raving about this bassinet that actually responds to babies cues I had to try it! It was created by Dr. Harvey Karp (The 5 S’s, Happiest Baby on the Block) and while an investment, I will pay anything for a baby that sleeps!

And although we purchased this for Sam in hopes of him sleeping in longer, YES it is working, we will also be purchasing another Hatch for the baby! It is a nightlight, white noise, and wait to wake clock all in one! You can control the type of white noise, the color and brightness of the light, and the wait to wake schedule all from your phone! Yay for a soft nightlight to change diapers by when the new little man arrives! And all in one….thank you from this traveling mama!

We are still expecting our nursery furniture and I am super excited! I’ll make sure to share all about it when it arrives and how we found some amazing coupons to save us hundreds of dollars!

I’d love to hear your favorite finds for your little ones!

Pulled Chicken Salsa Verde Soup

We used to have this recipe in heavy rotation and somehow got away from it. With the cold weather swooping in it was time to revive this super simple and delicious dish!

I will detail some options here (and probably over complicate things) but the real beauty is the simplicity of this one. Find a tasty and clean salsa verde and the hard work is done (can be more difficult than it sounds! As always, watch out for the sodium! You can always make this from scratch as well but that’s another recipe for another day!). Simply combine the salsa, chicken broth, beans, and meat from a rotisserie chicken in a pot, simmer for 10 min and enjoy! Surprisingly satisfying for such a simple meal.  

Ingredients 

• 32 oz unsalted chicken broth

• 16 oz salsa verde

• 15 oz can cannellini beans (rinsed)

• Meat from 1 rotisserie chicken*

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1/2 tsp coriander

• 1 lime

• 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro plus extra for garnish

• Non-fat Greek yogurt (stand-in for sour cream) for garnish

Directions

• Combine the broth, salsa, beans, chicken, juice from 1 lime, and spices in a large pot, simmer for 10-20 minutes

• Serve and garnish to taste with Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, extra lime

*I have one optional bonus step and one alternative method in case you’re feeling fancy!

1. Broth: If you have an extra hour and want to put the full chicken to good use, use the carcass to jazz up the broth…

   • Start by adding only the 32 oz of chicken broth to your large pot

   • Add the chicken carcass and any other leftover bones/meat

   • Spice it up a bit, add what you have available; a few bay leaves, a few black peppercorns, some parsley sprigs, clove or 2 smashed garlic, thyme, course chopped carrots

   • Simmer for an hour or as long as you have, then strain out all the solids using a fine mesh strainer

   • Return the broth to the pot and proceed with the rest of the recipe

2. Chicken: If you prefer to cook your own chicken…

   • Add the broth, salsa, and spices to your large pot and bring to a simmer

   • Add 2-3 chicken breasts and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily with a fork

   • Remove the chicken to a cutting board and shred using 2 forks

   • Return meat to the pot and proceed with the rest

Transform 20! Details on transforming with me!

Ahh! Get excited for your transformation! Whether you want to lose weight, tone up, or maybe just keep moving during pregnancy….this program can be modified for all fitness levels!

Read on for all the details and fill out the application at the bottom of this post to be the first to gain access to the program when it releases on December 4th.

Transformations

I was lucky enough to be part of the program pilot test group and have seen the incredible results first hand! I have also seen how this program can be modified for any fitness level, including pregnancy.

Program Details

• The program is 6 weeks long

• The workouts are 20 minutes long and require an adjustable step (included in your package)

• You will workout 6 days a week with a stretch workout on Saturday and a day off on Sunday

• The meal plan focuses on clean eating and never deprivation. It can be modified for pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Shakeology, Energize, and Recover are incorporated to help fuel and replenish the body.

Get a Feel For the Program

Private Groups for Support and Accountability:

My virtual groups include:

• a private app for tracking your progress

• daily tips and motivation from me!

• a community of support from the other women in the group so you don't feel alone
  weekly recipe shares

• ME to help you with designing your meal plans, sticking with your workouts, troubleshooting, and focusing on yourself!

In These Groups Each Participant Must Commit To:

• Following the timed nutrition plan for your body type and goals.

• Replacing 1 meal a day with Shakeology for the duration of the group.

• Drinking Energize before workouts and Recover after workouts.

• Utilizing the step for best results.

• I must be your assigned coach.

Do I Really Need Shakeology, Energize, and Recover

mmm YES! Those transformations above didn't come from just doing half the program. ALL of those people committed to the whole shebang and that's what I'm requiring for my groups! I want YOU to get the best results and I want to devote my attention to the ladies who are SERIOUS about sticking to their goals! Plus, you will be SORE and will NEED these to keep moving forward!

SHAKEOLOGY is a superfood powerhouse designed to deliver your entire day's worth of nutrients! It's made from over 70 whole superfoods from around the world and will replace a meal, vitamin, and probiotic each day! It will give you a natural energy boost, lower your cholesterol, reduce blood sugar levels, curb cravings, keep you full, AND improve your hair, skin, nails, and digestion!

ENERGIZE is the pretty yellow drink that gives me LIFE! I call it my "mommy juice" or "parent power punch" because it is AH-MAZING! It gives me a great little energy boost without the jitters! It tastes like a fruity lemonade and is one of the main highlights of my day!

RECOVER is the post workout drink that prevents your muscles from getting sore. It replenishes what you lost and helps to rebuild and repair your muscles so you aren't too sore to press play the next day! Plus it tastes like a Wendy's Frosty and is freaking delicious!

Cash Prize! What?!

You have the opportunity to win $500 for completing the program and submitting your results plus you have the opportunity to become a Beachbody Challenge Winner and earn additional money for your transformation.  I am looking for people that are seriously committed to rocking this program and your results.  

What Are Your Package Options?

Ultimate Package: Are you ready to go ALL IN?! If so, this one is for you! This is going to ensure you get your best results to feed your body with the best fuel possible. This challenge pack includes EVERYTHING you need for the ENTIRE duration of the program – plus you save $275.

Deluxe Package: This challenge pack includes everything you need to START the program and you still save $200! This is for those of you who are looking to try Energize and Recover for the first month versus going all in for the full 3 months.

If You Are A Current Customer Who Already Has Beachbody On Demand

ULTIMATE PACK (BEST VALUE):

I am so excited to be able to offer this package to my current BOD members! It seriously offers the best value. You get everything you need for the program (assuming you already have BOD) AND you save $205. If your BOD is about to expire OR you don’t have it, check out the first packages listed.

DELUXE PACK:

Ready to see what you can accomplish going all in for one month? Then this package is for you. You still save $130 and you get everything you need for month 1!!

Ready To Get Started On Your Best Year Yet?

Complete my application to reserve your spot in my upcoming Launch Group! This is going to be so fun!

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I would like to get updates about the new Transform 20 program releasing in January!

Thai Peanut Chicken Ramen

So you guys all know that David is the cook in our family and always making us delicious meals! Well exciting news, David is going to be joining me on this little blog and blogging all of our favorite recipes! Check out this one which we may have had TWO WEEKS in a row, haha….so good!

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Looking for recipes I stumbled on this great cooking blog, Half Baked Harvest and her 30 Minute Thai Peanut Chicken Ramen. Her post is great, with pictures and video, so check it out for any additional “how-to.” However, we did need to make a few adjustments and additions to clean it up a bit for meal plan and make it our own.

Meal Plan Adjustments/Tips

• Watch the salt! Always use UNSALTED broths, you can always add salt to taste if you really want to. We used Unsalted Progresso Chicken Broth for this recipe, that brings the sodium in 1 cup down from 860mg(!!!) to ZERO.

• Watch the salt, even in noodles! I was shocked to find that the authentic Hakubaku Organic Ramen Noodles I bought have 885mg of sodium per serving!! The ubiquitous (and cheap) Maruchan Ramen Noodles (without seasoning) have only 220mg per block.

• Keep the flavor, drop the fat, use lite coconut milk. Yes, full fat will make the soup extra rich and delicious but the difference is hardly noticeable. Thai Kitchen regular coconut milk has 10g of fat per 1/3cup (that’s 50% of the typical 2000 calorie measurement!!))!! Lite has only 4g and 1/3 of the sodium.

• Reduce or drop the honey. You can always add a little in at serving if you feel it’s missing. Or you can get some sweetness from other toppings like Siracha which has some sugar.

• Personally I love a soft boiled egg in my Ramen. Personal preference, as pictured, is a 6 minute and 30 second egg. If you like a fully cooked white and slightly cooked yoke go for 7 min, extra soft go for 6.

  • Boil enough water to cover your eggs and bring to a low simmer.

  • Fill a bowl with ice water

  • Gently add eggs using a slotted spoon

  • Simmer to timer exactly (6 min 30 sec), remove and place directly in ice water

  • Gently peel and place in a small ziplock or bowl

  • OPTIONAL: Add a marinade of 1 tbs light sodium soy sauce, 1 tbs mirin (a sweet rice wine), 4 tbs water. Refrigerate over night.

  • Serve or refrigerate up to 3 days. To reheat, simmer in water for 1 min.

Ingredients

• 4 cups UNSALTED chicken broth

• 1 can (14 ounce) LITE coconut milk

• 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce

• 2 tablespoons fish sauce

• 0-2 tablespoons honey

• 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter

• 1/4 cup Thai red curry paste

• 3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 8 ounces cremini (baby bella) mushrooms, sliced

• 2 red peppers, chopped

• 1 inch fresh ginger, grated

• 1 clove garlic, minced or grated

• 2-4 squares ramen noodles

• juice of 1 lime

• 3 cups fresh baby spinach

• 1/3 cup fresh basil or cilantro, roughly chopped, plus more for serving

• chopped peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, soft boiled egg, and/or toasted sesame oil, for serving

Directions

1. In a large soup pot, combine the chicken broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, peanut butter, and curry paste. Add the chicken, mushrooms, red peppers, ginger, and garlic. Set over medium heat on the stove and bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily.

2. Bring a pot of water to boil. Wait to add the noodles as they will cook very quickly.

3. Once done cooking, shred the chicken.

4. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat. Stir in the lime juice, spinach, and cilantro. Let sit 5 minutes.

5. Meanwhile, add noodles to water and cook to package directions. 3 minutes if using Maruchan. Strain and add noodles to each serving bowl.

6. Ladle the soup over noodles and top as desired!

3 Day Refresh & Reboot Group

Hey there!!

I am so excited to give you all the details on my 3 Day Refresh & Reboot Group! I LOVE this gentle detox because unlike traditional cleanses, this one is about EATING REAL FOOD each day! It's NOT a juice cleanse or starvation diet 🙌

I typically lose around 5 lbs in 3 days (my hubby usually loses 7-10 lbs) BUT the best perk is kicking my cravings and resetting my palate! By the last day of this detox, I'm truly OVER the candy, donuts, and pizza and feel SO good that I DON'T want to eat those foods! It's crazy effective!

Here is a video that gives a short overview of it!

SHAKEOLOGY INFO:

An integral component to this is Shakeology, which is unlike any other shake because it's made from over 70 whole superfoods from around the world. It will replace your vitamin and probiotic, fill you up, give you natural energy, and tastes delish! Plus it helps your hair, skin, and nails! And it has nothing artificial! It is the only shake that I feel comfortable giving to my Sam!

What sets it apart is that there are NO GMOs, soy, artificial colors, sweeteners, flavors, or preservatives! It's seriously delicious and improves your energy, digestion, cravings, hair, nails, and skin. The ingredients are sourced from all over the world and the Shakeology creators regularly visit the farmers to test the soil and ensure the best farming practices are being followed.

PACKAGE OPTIONS!

Option 1: The ALL-IN Package

Comes with:

• Your first 30-day supply of Shakeology (so you can MAINTAIN your results and control your cravings after the 3 days!)

• 3-Day Refresh Kit

  • 6 Vanilla Fresh packets

  • 3 Fiber Sweep packets

  • Program Guide

• A FREE 30-Day Trial Membership to Beachbody On Demand, which is like the Netflix of workouts and will give you streaming access to thousands of workouts, including yoga routines specifically designed to enhance your 3-Day Refresh results

  • Step-by-step program guides, program meal plans, workout calendars, expert advice, and more!

• A private group with resources, daily tips, motivation, and a community of women doing it right alongside you so you don't feel alone! Plus you will have access to our larger fitness based accountability group this month!

>>> for $140 USD / $186 CAD

(I highly recommend this one if you want to stay on track throughout the next month and have access to our workouts!)

Option 2: The 3 DAY Package

Comes with:

• 3-Day Refresh Complete Kit

  • 3 Vegan Shakeology packets

  • 6 Vanilla Fresh packets

  • 3 Fiber Sweep packets

  • Program Guide

• A private group with resources, daily tips, motivation, and a community of women doing it right alongside you so you don't feel alone!

>>> for $69.95 USD / $85.95 CAD

Send me a message with which package you want!

SOME RESULTS:

If you are IN, shoot me a message (HollyHillyerFitness@gmail.com) with which option you want and I'll get you set up and added to our private group!

XO

Holly

Transform: 20

SHAUN T’S NEWEST PROGRAM COMING IN 2019

“Conquer your mind…so you can TRANSFORM your life.”

It has been 3 years since we’ve had an entirely new workout program from Shaun T. And this time I got to be a part of his exclusive TEST GROUP! It will be available for purchase in December and with a full program release in January…it’s now time to TRANSFORM our bodies and minds in 20 minutes a day, 6 days a week, for 6 weeks!

And since I am pregnant and my waist is expanding I had to share my coaches transformation. It was so amazing being in the test group with one of my coaches and getting to experience it from the pregnancy side and through Ashley as a postpartum mama <3

What is TRANSFORM :20?

Total body workout for both the body and mind. Cardio, Strength, and Core Balance work using a Step riser. It is not step aerobics but rather a nonstop 20-minute workout to burn crazy calories, sculpt your body, and build long lean muscles. If you know Shaun T, you know he takes cardio to a whole new level of burn!

• 20 minute workouts…yes perfect for those of us with kids at home!

• 6 days per week

• 6 week program

• Modifier in every workout

• In real time…you will never see the same workout twice! This is one of my favorite parts of these workouts…okay, I have many favorite parts but this aspect is awesome!

• Super simple dialed in nutrition plan to help you not only achieve and sustain your goals!

When is it available?

Launches in April 2019 on Beachbody On Demand. BUT, you can get VIP Early Access in January 2019! Fill out the form below to get on my VIP List.

Who is TRANSFORM :20 for?

Everyone, especially my mamas! Shaun T created this program knowing that there are many people who just don’t have the time to work out! As a new dad (to TWINS) himself, he finds less and less time to get a workout in. This is what motivated him to create a program for EVERYONE. And if you’re thinking that 20 minutes isn’t enough for you…just you wait til your first TRANSFORM :20 workout. I speak from firsthand experience..IT IS MORE THAN ENOUGH!

When can I start Transforming?

You can join my TRANSFORM :20 Online fitness challenge January 2019 with VIP Early Access. BUT, you can start transforming your life now in one of my prep groups. Click HERE to get started on your health and fitness journey now as we prepare for TRANSFORM :20.

What equipment do I need?

The Beachbody Step

Or complete this form: bit.ly/T20Info

Chicken Parmesan

With fall whether coming in and this baby LOVING anything with cheese, David and I decided to try a ‘clean’ version on the classic chicken parmesan!

TIP: Chicken breasts tend to be so huge these days so I find that using 2, halving them and pounding them to 1/2" thickness was more than enough for the 3 of us. The amount of ingredients is not super important in this recipe since it's mostly for "breading" the chicken. I halved the original recipe amounts and it was just enough for the 4 pieces of chicken.

Ingredients:

• 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved (widthwise) and pounded to 1/2" thick

• 1/4 cup almond flour

• 1 Tbsp cornmeal

• 1/4 tsp paprika

• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

• 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper

• 1/4 tsp dried oregano leaves

• dash of Himalayan salt

• 1/4 tsp baking powder

• 1 tbsp grated parmigiano cheese

• 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk

• 1 large egg white

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• clean pasta or pizza sauce (try Grandma's Tomato Sauce Fixate recipe)

• mozzarella cheese (shredded or thinly sliced fresh)

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 425° F

• Combine all dry ingredients (including the parmesan cheese), mix and spread in a shallow dish

• Combine buttermilk and egg white and whisk to blend

• Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat

• Dip each piece of chicken in the buttermilk mixture then dredge in the dry mix

• Add to hot skillet and cook each side until golden, crispy, and cooked through 5-6 minutes*

• Add to a baking dish, cover with a few spoonfuls of tomato sauce and a slice or sprinkle of cheese

• Bake for 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly

*The original recipe suggests pan frying for 3-4 minutes and finishing by baking in the oven. Personally I prefer a crispier chicken so by pounding the pieces thinner, it's easier to fully cook them directly in the pan and end up with a nice crisp. If the batter is starting to burn but the chicken is not cooked through, just transfer the skillet to the oven for a few minutes until an instant read thermometer reads 165°.

Zoodles With Avocado & Pistachio Pesto

It has been a while since I had zoodles but oh my goodness after this meal they are back in rotation! This quick pesto is rich and flavorful and works great on zoodles...by the way I don't like veggies so you know it hides the veggie taste well. To make it a single-plate meal just top with a protein, in our case fresh boiled-to-order shrimp from our local Farmers Market!

Oh and Sam loved it as well! 

What you'll need:

• 1 ripe avocado

• 1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves

• 1/4 cup shelled pistachios

• 1/2 fresh lemon

• Olive oil (about 2 tbs)

• Salt & pepper as desired

Directions:

• Add avocado, pistachios, basil, and lemon to a food processor and pulse a few times

• Add little olive oil and process for a few seconds, repeat until all oil is added (or if your food processor allows, drizzle it in through the top while processing)

• Salt and pepper to taste and one more quick pulse

• Enjoy!

• For an easy dish, toss with zoodles and top with a protein of your choice (shrimp, chicken, etc.)

Fresh Tomatillo & Avocado Salsa

So I am obviously taco obsessed but this salsa takes it to the next level for me! Pair it with a fish taco and it provides HUGE flavor and all 100% clean eating approved! 

What you'll need:

• 4-5 tomatillos (peeled and washed)

• 1 jalapeno (or 1 serrano if you like more heat)

• 1 bunch cilantro

• 1-2 limes

• 2 ripe avocados

Directions

• Coarsely chop the tomatillos, jalapeno, cilantro

• Add to food processor with fresh squeezed lime and pulse until finely diced (but not too much!)

• Dice up the avocados, combine in bowl with the contents of the food processor and gently mix together

• Enjoy! Or if it tastes like it's missing a little something, try adding a little garlic salt.

Cilantro Chimichurri

I am always looking for ways to spice up my summer grilling and this Chimichurri brings a bold and citrusy flavor that makes a great addition to any summer grilling! I love it with grilled flank steak or chicken breasts. It’s also super easy to make extra and keep it handy for a quick boost of flavor. It will keep for weeks and continue to infuse those delicious flavors into the olive oil!

Super easy, just mix all these ingredients together and enjoy over your flavor grilled meal! 

- 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped

- 1-2 garlic clove(s), minced

- juice & zest, 2 limes

 - 1/2 - 1 TBS red pepper flakes

- 1/2 cup olive oil

- salt and/or black pepper to taste

Hope you are having a wonderful summer full of delicious grilling! Enjoy! 

Spicy Grilled Shrimp

One of the reasons I am so excited to move to South Carolina is for amazing fresh seafood! During the summer I LOVE grilled shrimp and one of my favorite ways to prepare it is in a spicy marinade! David threw together this marinade the other night and it was amazing!  The smoky spice really provide a lot of flavor but they weren't too spicy for our Sam to eat!  

Ingredients: 

- 1 TBS paprika (use 1/2 smoked paprika if you can)

- 1 large clove garlic, minced

 - juice from 1/2 lemon

- bring the heat with cayanne or red pepper (we used 1/2 TBS red pepper)

- 2 TBS olive oil  

- 1-2 lbs raw peeled shrimp

Directions: 

- mix together all the marinade ingredients

- mix in shrimp and marinate 1-4 hrs

- grill high and fast for some tasty char

Fast, high on flavor, and 100% meal plan clean eating approved! I hope you enjoy them as much a we did!

Lemon Chicken & Asparagus Kabobs

If you follow David on Instagram (@SelfiesofDavid) you know he is the incredible chef in the family! And with summer being here we are for sure taking advantage of the grill! David found this recipe inspiration in an issue of Southern Living...gotta start getting into the South Carolina pirit!! I was amazed at the fresh citrus flavor in this dish and I even loved the asparagus. Amazing for a non-veggie fan!

Ingredients: 

- 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped

- 1/4 up cilantro, chopped

- 1/2 lemon, zest & juic

- 1/2 TBS dried oregano (or even better, 2 TBS fresh)

-1/2 TBS red pepper flakes

- 1 TBS hone

- 6 TBS olive oil

For the kabobs:

- about 1 1/2 lbs chick (1 1/2 in cubes for breasts or 1 in strips for thighs)

- 2 small lemon, thinly sliced

- 1 bunch asparagus, cut into 1 1/2 in pieces 

Directions: 

- mix marinade ingredients and add chicke

- marinate at least 1 h

- toss asparagus with a bit of oil and add salt/pepper to tast

- thread kabobs and gril

Tip:

- fold lemons as needed and wedge between chicken and asparagus for better hol

- adding asparagus to the kabobs looks nice but is not totally necessary, you can also just toss them on the grill, we did both

Cod with Tomatoes and Potatoes

I have been missing a nice light fish here in France, we haven't been brave enough to order from the fish counter in French! David finally learned "cabillaud" for Cod so we could make this quick satisfying (and meal plan approved) dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 lb. potatoes, sliced into 1/4" thick rounds or 1/2" cubes

  • (Tip: Use a good boiling/stew potato like Yukon Gold, Red Bliss, or anything "new"/young)

• 1/2 cup red wine

• 1 14 oz. can diced tomatoes

• 1/2 tsp. paprika (smoked or regular)

• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, divided

• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1 1/2 lb. skinless cod fillet

• 1 lemon, sliced in wedges

Directions

1. In a dutch oven (or large sauce pan with a lid) heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and potatoes and cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until garlic is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add wine, tomatoes, paprika, 1/8 teaspoon of pep­per, and (if you like a little spice) red pepper flakes. Cover partially with a lid, reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer, stirring occasionally, for 18 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.

2. Season fish with remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper and a dash of extra paprika. Place the fish lightly on top of the potatoes and tomatoes, cover tightly, and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily and is opaque throughout.

3. Plate in shallow bowls, finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon, and enjoy!

Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Salad

With summer quickly approaching I am so ready for some fresh light meals! This is the first time we made this salad and it will be going on rotation! Next time I think we will grill the shrimp to give them even more flavor but for a quick weeknight meal you can't beat this one! 

Ingredients - Salad:

• Fresh greens

• Cooked & peeled shrimp *

• 2 avocados, cut into large pieces

• Extras to taste, here are some delicious options!

  • Sliced grape tomatoes

  • Corn

  • Diced red onion

  • Hearts of palm

  • More chopped cilantro

Ingredients - Dressing:

• 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil

• Juice from 1 fresh squeezed lime

• 1 small clove garlic, pressed or finely minced (or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)

• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

• 1 tsp. Dijon mustard

• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

• Whisk together all dressing ingredients

• Combine salad ingredients, dress, toss, enjoy!

*SHRIMP TIPS:

You can keep this a super simple dinner and use precooked frozen shrimp. They thaw in just a few minutes in a cold water bath and can be ready to serve. If you prefer them hot, thaw and throw in a hot pan for just 30 seconds with a bit of fresh lime juice. Don't worry about spicing them up, the dressing will add tons of flavor.

Or if you want to get fancy, use extra dressing as a marinade for raw shrimp up to 3 hours before cooking. Grill 2-3 minutes per side or until cooked through. Add immediately to prepared salad and serve. 

What is an Accountability Group?

Wondering what these accountability groups are that I run each month? Then join me over on FB as I go live on Tuesday, February 13th to give you all the details! 

We will be talking all about the meal plans, workouts, what the accountability group entails and I'll be showing you everything....live demos of my 'Netflix of Workouts' app, my color coded meal planning guides, and a peek INSIDE one of my current accountability group 🙌

Want to see some of my mamas results?

In just under 3 months, I have lost almost 25 pounds. Have completed 21 day fix, 21 day fix Extreme, and Shift Shop. My baby is 6 months old. I feel stronger, happier, confident, and most importantly I feel like I got myself back!

One round of 21 Day Fix....3 months postpartum

One round of 21 Day fix...3 months postpartum

Aren't they amazing?! You can get your body back postpartum from home and now I'll show you all the tools I use to help my mamas! 

This is your chance to get all your questions answered and score a spot in my next accountability group starting on Monday, February 19th! And this month all programs are $10 off....NEVER have my programs been discounted this low and prices will go back up in March. 

So join me and show yourself a little self love this February! 

Peanut Chicken

I am not sure I could follow a meal plan that didn't allow peanut butter....like I may have it several times a day, haha. 

So when David threw together this peanut chicken over whole wheat noddles I knew we had a winner! The sauce is 100% 80 Day Obsession (or 21 Day Fix) approved and feels really decadent! 

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. Peanut Butter

• 1 Tsp. White Vinegar

• Splash Lime Juice

• Sriracha (to taste)

• 1/2 Tsp. Toasted Sesame Oil

• 1 Tsp. Tamari Sauce

• 1 Tbsp. Water

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl, stir, set aside.

2. Grill chicken and cover with sauce.

We put our chicken over a whole wheat pasta but you can also put it over a brown rice, soba noodles, or on a big salad! So easy and so delicious! The sauce will count as a tsp. on your meal plan. 

Clean Eating nachos

When I started my new program, 80 Day Obsession, I knew I was going to have to find ways to make my favorite meals but meal plan approved....and we all know 80 days is too long to go without tacos! 

So week 2 I embarked on figuring out how to make delicious, 80 Day Obsession approved, nachos...and they are everything! 

The other amazing thing....almost all of this is prepped ahead of time so I can just heat and go! 

So to start I made the taco meat with a Homemade Taco Seasoning. 

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp. chili powder

• 2 tsp. ground cumin

• 1 ½ tsp. garlic powder

• ½ tsp. onion powder

• 1 tsp. dried oregano

• ¼ tsp. paprika

• ¼-½ tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl and stire. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

To Prepare Taco Meat: 

1. Add 1 lb. ground beef/bison/turkey to a medium skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Use a spatula to break up the meat as it cooks.

3. When the meat is cooked through, sprinkle 1 ½ Tbsp. taco seasoning over meat. Add 2-3 Tbsp. water and stir to combine, adding more water as needed.

I prepare a big batch of this on the weekend and then have it ready to heat up during the week. 

Next I prepare my Homemade Tortilla Chips: 

Ingredients

• Corn Tortillas

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400

2. Cut corn tortillas into chips and lightly spray with EVOO

3. Bake at 400F for 5 minutes flip and back for another minute (watch carefully as they will burn quickly)

Then to make your nachos I top my tortilla chips with my taco meat, fresh diced tomatoes, corn, and you can add cheese or guacamole! Oh and I added greek yogurt as my sour cream and it was to die for! I literally eat these every single day! Enjoy! 

Containers: 

• 2 small corn tortillas = 1 yellow

• Taco Meat and greek yogurt = 1 red

• Tomatoes/corn/lettuce = 1 green

• Cheese or avocado = 1 blue