Healthy Southwest Chicken Bowl

Have I ever shared my all-time favorite go-to lunch? It's A-MAZING! I seriously eat this almost every day. Never get sick of it! Yummm! 

grin emoticon I seriously eat this almost every day. Never get sick of it. Mmmmm!

Ingredients:

1 red container of chopped, cooked chicken (about 2 oz)
1 yellow container of black beans (1/2 cup)
1 individual packet of guacamole (Blue container or 1/3 cup homemade)

I usually buy rotisserie chicken, cut it all up, and store it in individual containers. (You can also cook some up ahead of time, or use leftovers from another meal.) I buy individual packets of guacamole too. I found the Tableside Chunky Guacamole at Costco. It's really yummy & spicy! 

Then all you have to do is heat the chicken in a pan with some black beans, toss in the guac, and BAM! Delicious, healthy, and fast! :D 

FIXATE

I can't believe I haven't posted on here for so long! I have been keeping my head down and working hard, but I just haven't had anything great to post about. Until now!!

I'm so excited for this new 21 Day Fix cookbook! Have you heard about it?

Every recipe I have seen from this cookbook so far looks really yummy!! Plus, you don't have to try to figure out how all the containers will fit in with your dinner because this book was designed for that! ;)

There are 101 21 Day Fix-approved recipes for meals, snacks and desserts. Here is a sneak peek at 5 of those recipes in PDF - all ready to print out. Check in out HERE. 

Don't these look yummy??

This cookbook is available with or without the containers, so if you already have a set, you can just order the book alone. Here is the link to order: FIXATE - 21 Day Fix Cookbook

I seriously think I might have to do another round of the 21 Day Fix after I get this cookbook! So excited!

As always, I am here to help you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding this or any other Beachbody program. I love everything related to fitness & I always have a group going on Facebook. Just message me!

https://www.facebook.com/BodyRemodel
coachbethclark@outlook.com

Protein-Packed Jell-O Fluff

Oh my goodness - I have a yummy new recipe to share with you today!! :)

I have been keeping track of my macros lately and it seems like I am ALWAYS short on protein. (You can only eat so many chicken breasts and protein shakes, right?) So a friend of mine told me about this yummy protein Jell-O. It's basically like a Jell-O salad but made with greek yogurt instead of whip cream. Delish!

Ingredients:

1 cup set sugar-free Jell-O, any flavor (I used strawberry)

1 container (6-8 oz) plain greek yogurt (I guess you could use flavored, but I'm going for no extra sugars here)

Directions:

Make Jell-O ahead of time according to directions on box. When set, measure out 1 cup and add it to a blender along with one package of plain greek yogurt. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate or freeze until thickened. Maybe 15-30 minutes? 

Calories: 110  Protein: 17g  Carb: 7  Fat: 0

This makes one serving, but I warn you - it is a TON!! Next time I might split it up between 2 snacks. haha

For my fix lovers - I'm not sure sugar-free Jell-O is approved, but I think it's close enough to count as 1 RED serving. ;) 

You seriously can't beat that for a low-carb, high-protein dessert or an evening snack, right?

3 New Shakeology Recipes! Yum!

I have some new Shakeology recipes to share with you today! I finally got out of my strawberry-banana rut and decided to try something different for a change.

The first one is Strawberry Pina Colada. I bought a bag of frozen pineapple chunks awhile ago and finally decided to use them. This was really good with just the pineapple and strawberries, but when I added in coconut extract it took it to a whole other level! Soooo good! Especially during the dreary winter months. :)

Strawberry Pina Colada Shakeology 

1 1/2 cups cold water

1 scoop Strawberry Shakeology

1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional - I am trying to get in more protein)

3 chunks frozen pineapple

3 frozen strawberries

1/8 tsp coconut extract

Blend all together. Yummy!

The next one is a Mint Chocolate Shakeology. It has added spinach which is great if you are needing to get more veggies in. This had the perfect amount of minty-ness and I couldn't even taste the spinach! (People always say that, and I can always taste the spinach - but not this time!) :) You could also add protein powder into this one if you want. I would add a chocolate protein powder, but vanilla would be good too.

Mint Chocolate Shakeology

1 cup almond milk or skim milk

3/4 - 1 cup cold water

1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology

1 cup fresh spinach

1/8 tsp mint extract (not peppermint, just mint)

Blend until really smooth. (Seriously - you don't want spinach chunks!)

The last one is a Root Beer Float Shakeology. I also added vanilla protein powder to this one for extra protein and a little extra vanilla flavor, but you can leave it out if you want. Still yummy!

Root Beer Float Shakeology

1 cup almond milk or skim milk

3/4 - 1 cup cold water

1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology

1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)

1/8 - 1/4 tsp root beer extract (NOT concentrate - trust me! haha)

Ice to taste

Blend together and enjoy!

21 Day Fix EXTREME!

ARE. YOU. READY?! Only 10 days until the launch of the new 21 Day Fix Extreme!

Here's a little preview:

Oooooh! It looks amazing, yeah? Some of the top coaches at Beachbody did a little test group of this program over the holidays, and here are some of their crazy results:

This is Lauren. She did two rounds, that is only 6 weeks! Would you want to get results like this in only 6 weeks?

This is Marissa. Here is what she said about this program:  "I can't say enough about this program. I really needed a boost! I was slacking on my nutrition since competing in the Beachbody Classic and I had put back on some weight. I was feeling pretty discouraged and my workouts were also not consistent. The accountability of all the other coaches in the group really motivated me to push play everyday. I didn't miss a single workout. I also have never really been able to follow a super strict meal plan but I saw that everyone else was doing it. I knew if they could do it I could do it too..and I did! In just 21 days I was at my pre-bikini competition physique again, feeling great, had tons of energy and was ready to do another round. This program is going to be a GAME CHANGER for women. Like the Body Beast for women they will use weight-training to sculpt their bodies into a lean, shredded machine. I can't wait for it's launch and for everyone to experience this!"

Why 21 Day Fix Extreme?
After the 21 Day Fix program was such an amazing success, and helped so many people with their nutrition and fitness goals (In such a short amount of time, too!) Autumn realized that she needed to create something that would take their fitness to the next level. The goal is to create killer results with more muscle tone, definition, and more advanced moves. The nutrition plan is tighter (no more treats) to get you completely shredded. This will totally help those of you that are finding it hard to get rid of those last stubborn pounds.

Who is the program for?
21 Day Fix Extreme is ideal for those with a dramatic short-term weight loss deadline, such as an upcoming vacation, wedding, photo shoot, or other big event. It's an excellent program for 21 Day Fix graduates who are ready for the next challenge, or for those who have completed other intense programs like Insanity and P90X. It's also great for those who don't have a lot of weight to lose, but are wanting to see their abs and lower their body fat.

I would not recommend the 21 Day Fix Extreme for a beginner. This is an advanced program. So if you haven't done the 21 Day Fix - start with that first. :)

Details, please!
You get seven EXTREME 30-minute workouts, one for each day of the week - so your mind never gets bored, and your body never adapts. The workouts include steady-state aerobics, resistance training, and explosive power moves that target every muscle in the body!

The workouts include:
Plyo Fix Extreme - An explosive lower-body workout that uses jumping and resistance to torch calories and sculpt muscles.
Upper Fix Extreme - By alternating opposing muscle groups, this no-rest upper-body workout will shred the chest, back, shoulders, and arms.
Pilates Fix Extreme - Using a resistance band for every exercise, this intense mat workout works the entire body, placing emphasis on the core.
Lower Fix Extreme - Glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves will get stronger, leaner, and more defined with 30 minutes of challenging resistance work.
Cardio Fix Extreme - Combining weighted cardio moves with traditional metabolic training intervals keeps the heart rate soaring.
Dirty 30 Extreme - Using only seven compound moves focusing on multiple body parts at a time, this workout will burn extra calories while defining muscles. Get down and dirty, and get it done.
Yoga Fix Extreme - A fast-paced flow yoga class, combining strength, balance, flexibility, and power.

There is also a bonus workout that you get only when you order through your Teambeachbody coach. (So if you don't have a coach yet - please make me yours.) :)

Extra Workouts:
Power Strength Extreme - Based on functional movement patterns, these 9 total-body exercises will change the way the body moves, increasing strength, endurance, and power.
ABC Extreme - A 30-minute workout that targets common problem areas by pushing abs, butt, and cardio to the extreme. It'll get that competition body ready for the stage.
The Fix Challenge - Keep things interesting and burn off calories with this quick resistance workout!

What about the nutrition part?

For your nutrition, you’ll not only be practicing portion control—you’ll be eating ONLY clean foods. No treats. No cheats. No excuses. Plus, you’ll get Autumn’s all-new 21 Day Fix EXTREME recipes to help you achieve your very best results.

No other program has you eating this well and working this hard. But if you want a lean six-pack, cut arms, ripped shoulders, and toned legs . . . you have to take it up a notch. It’s going to take guts, intensity, and drive. But, it’s only 21 days. You can do this.

Do you want to be the first to get it??

The 21 Day Fix Extreme will be released on February 2, 2015!

Make sure to contact me for more information and to be notified the minute it is released.

If you need a coach - you can sign up here: http://www.beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/bethclark

coachbethclark@outlook.com

https://www.facebook.com/BodyRemodel - go like my page!!! :D

Healthy Mexican Bowl with Cauliflower Rice

I have been working a little harder on my nutrition this month, and have been trying out some new recipes. Maybe you don't know this, but I am a HUGE Mexican Food lover!! I love the flavors, I love the spiciness, I could seriously eat it for every meal and never get sick of it.

So here is a recipe that is not new at all, in fact it's one of those old staples, BUT instead of regular rice it has CAULIFLOWER RICE in it. So it's pretty low carb. And if you take out the black beans, it would even be paleo friendly. ;)

 Fix approved: 1 red, 1/2 yellow, 1 blue, 1 green, 2 tsp

Ingredients:

4 oz chicken breast, cooked & shredded

1/4 cup black beans

1/2 avocado, chopped

1/2 cup cauliflower rice (see below)

tomatoes

lime juice

salsa (optional)

Combine all ingredients, add squeeze of lime juice. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

small head of cauliflower, coarsely chopped

1/2 onion, finely chopped

2 TBS butter or coconut oil

salt, pepper, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and/or vegetable supreme (This is a personal choice, the seasoning is really up to you.)

Put coarsely chopped cauliflower in a food processor, and pulse until about the size of rice.

Saute onions in butter or coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat until translucent.

Add the riced cauliflower and stir until mixed well.

Add seasonings of your choice. (I used pepper, garlic powder, season salt, a little vegetable supreme and some chili powder.)

Cover skillet and let the rice cook about 5 minutes until softened. (Then I let mine cook a little longer so it was more "browned" - a little like fried rice.)

*Note: I will be honest -YES, this DOES taste like cooked cauliflower! However, when you add it with all the other ingredients in the Mexican Bowl, you seriously CANNOT taste it. I was really nervous to try this, because I had tasted the "rice" and it was a little different than what I was used to - not gonna lie. ;) But it ended up being really good, plus - bonus veggies!! haha

21 Day Fix Challenge Group

Who would like to lose 10 lbs by Halloween?? I know I would!

Well, there are just 10 days left to order the 21 Day Fix program at it's special price this month. Basically it's like buying Shakeology and then getting the entire 21 Day Fix program for only $10! How crazy is that?

And just in time to sign up for my Hot For Halloween challenge group! You will get all the support, accountability, motivation, recipes, tips and tricks to complete this program. (If you want to do a different program, that's totally fine too. Just message me and we can find the right program to fit your needs.)

Let me know if you are ready to commit to your health and fitness goals. I only have spots for about 5 people! Hurry and join today!

I hope to see you there!! :)

P.S. I hear there's a 21 Day Fix EXTREME coming soon!! This will be a great way to get ready for it! ;)

Avocado & Tuna Salad

I thought that I had already put this recipe on here, but I could only find the picture, so apparently I am a slacker.  This is my new favorite way to eat tuna!!  As I was eating it again for lunch today, I realized how much more incredibly delicious this is than regular old mayo.  You still get the creamy texture that you do with mayo, but it's soooo much healthier!!  It's also 21 Day Fix approved, if you are doing that.  :)

Ingredients:
(2 servings)

1 can tuna (I like chunk white albacore)
1 avocado
6 cherry tomatoes
romaine lettuce

Lightly chop up the avocado and mix it in with the tuna until blended.

Chop and add tomatoes.  I also sprinkled a little dash of Himalayan Pink Salt. 

Divide mixture in half.  Layer it into a pita, Ezekiel bread, or just eat it plain on a bed of lettuce.



Try this and tell me how you like it!  ;)

21 Day Fix Challenge Group

WHO IS READY FOR SUMMER???

Are you?  Did you know we only have 1 month until the 4th of July??  Not to worry - there is just enough time to lose up to 15 lbs.  You heard me - up to 15 POUNDS!!

I am going to be starting my second annual FIT BY THE 4TH challenge group.  This one will only be 3 weeks long!  Everyone has time for that, right? 

I am sure you have heard that weight loss is all about the diet, right?  That is totally true!  Which is why we are going to be doing the 21 Day Fix meal plan for this challenge.  You are welcome to use any workout program you want, go running, swimming, whatever.  But you must stick with the meal plan!  You can do ANYTHING for 3 weeks!

 

Who is ready to get slim and fit by the 4th?  Here is the link to the group:  https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/570901246311418/

Contact me for more details or if you have any questions.  I look forward to doing this challenge with you!  coachbethclark@outlook.com

Keeping it Real - 4 Things You Might Be Doing Wrong

Okay - confession time.  I haven't done a post in awhile, I know.  I haven't completely fallen off the wagon, but I've been struggling.  I have been working out, and TRYING to stick with the 21 Day Fix meal plan, but I don't know why it's been so hard for me!  Usually spring is my time to get back in shape after the long winter.  This spring I just have ZERO motivation, not sure why... after weighing myself last week and realizing I have GAINED 5 lbs in three weeks, I might have to double check my thyroid again.  It's super frustrating!! 

I'm not telling you all this to make myself feel better, or validate any of my excuses.  (Because we all know that's what they are - EXCUSES!!)  I'm just being honest in case there is anyone that feels the same way, you know that you are not the only one.  :)

It all comes down to CONSISTENCY!  I am kind of funny when it comes to working out.  I start a new program, all fresh, ready to go, super motivated, my new calendar up on the wall - you know the drill.  It's so fun!  Then a week or two goes by and I'm thinking it must not be working because I'm not seeing the results yet.  So I will see/hear about some other program that is producing amazing results and I will think - "I need to do THAT one!"  It's kind of 'workout program ADD' I guess.  I have changed my schedule, changed programs, and created so many hybrids that I could keep anyone busy for YEARS!

Every Beachbody program will get you amazing results.  Every.  Single.  One.  You just have to stick to them for more than 2 or 3 weeks!  haha  :)  I have pretty much ALL the programs - and I like most of them too.  I just need to pick one (or two) and stick with them!!  I seriously don't know what happens in my head sometimes - it's all mental.

So here are some things I am doing WRONG:

1)  I don't want it bad enough.  It's true.  You can pretty much answer ANY excuse back with, "Then you don't want it bad enough."

I'm too tired to get up early..... "Then you don't want it bad enough."
I don't really like veggies.....    "Then you don't want it bad enough."
I don't have time to workout...."Then you don't want it bad enough."

See where I'm going with this?

2)  I don't tell myself NO!  I wouldn't let my kids eat half the crap I eat, so why do I let myself?? Seriously, why do we give in to that whiny voice in our heads that says "but I reaaaallly waaaant it!!?" That's how we got in this mess in the first place, right? :)

3)  I had an "all-or-nothing" approach.  I would eat so clean for the first half of the week, then by the weekend I'm craving (and eating) all kinds of junk, and skipping my workouts.  No wonder I wasn't ever consistent!  You need to find a way of eating that you can stick with FOREVER.  You need to find workouts that you LOOK FORWARD to doing.  If not, you will never keep it up - that simple.

4)  I gave my "diet" a deadline.  Every time I would start a new program, or try to eat clean, I would say I was doing it for ____ days, weeks, or months.  Which is actually a pretty good thing to do.  It's like setting goals, you need to set a time to reach them by.  However, I would do really well during that time, and then after it was over go back to my old ways.  Every.  Single.  Time.  What I need to do instead is say that I am changing the way I eat...for good.  That takes away all the restrictions I put on myself so hopefully I won't feel deprived, miserable and obsessing over all the things I can't have.  Make sense?

Basically I need to cut myself a little slack.  I know that people will say you won't reach your goals unless you are super-strict with your diet and workouts.  I just don't want to be THAT girl.  You know, the one who never eats a bite of anything she's not supposed to, the one who works out on vacation, and gets her workout in on Christmas morning.  I have to find some moderation in order to make this a LASTING thing, and not just for a few months out of every year.  I want to LIKE working out, to LOOK FORWARD to my workouts.  I want to be okay with the way I eat, and not feel guilty or get weird looks every time I eat something I shouldn't.

I know it will take a little more time.  I might not lose the weight as fast as everyone else.  That's okay with me.  We are always looking for the quick fix.  When the weight doesn't fall off as fast as we think it should, we give up.  Like that's gonna help us, right?  Then after stopping and starting five different times over the year, we look back and we could have probably met our goals if we would just have stayed CONSISTENT!! 


How do you know you've succeeded in breaking the yoyo cycle??

I just read this awhile ago, and it's so perfect:  "You'll know you have it mastered when you eat the same on Saturdays that you do on Mondays."

So, here is how I am going to implement this. 
1)  I really really love the 21 Day Fix meal plan.  I think it's great, pretty easy to stick to most days, and teaches you portion control.  I am going to stick to it as much as I can, and not sweat the rest.  I am trying to practice moderation and being more consistent on the weekends.  :)

2)  I am going to stick to my workout schedule as written.  I understand there will be days I don't want to do the workout that's scheduled.  Too bad.  Sometimes we don't want to go to work either, but we just know we have to, right?  My goal is to not miss more than 1 workout a week.  (By the way, I just got Les Mills Pump and I will probably add in some Combat for extra cardio - see, I told you - there is something about having a new workout that gets me every time.)  haha  :)

3)  I am going to "do my best, and forget the rest."  I just need to get out of my head about this whole weight loss thing.  When you change your habits and get your body healthy, the rest will fall into place.  I will try to stay busy and not stress so much about every little thing. 

4)  This is my new way of life.  I am 42 years old, with 4 kids.  The days of just being able to work out sporadically and get back into shape are pretty much over for me.  haha  :)  Now I get to worry about things like balancing my hormones, building muscle for bone strength, and keeping my metabolism steady.  My health is suddenly very important to me.  ;)

I have taken my before pics and measurements, and I will keep you all updated on how I'm doing with this.  Wish me luck!  haha

As always, feel free to contact me with any questions, or follow me on facebook!!
coachbethclark@outlook.com
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Egg White Breakfast Burritos

These burritos are loaded with egg whites, red onion, and bell peppers to create a delicious, high-protien breakfast.  If you are on the 21 Day Fix,  1 red, 1 green, 1 yellow, 2 tsp,

 

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. chopped red bell pepper
1 Tbsp. chopped yellow bell pepper
1 Tbsp. chopped green bell pepper
1 Tbsp. chopped red onion
3 large egg whites (1/3 cup)
1 (8-inch) whole wheat flour tortilla, warm
1 slice low-sodium turkey bacon, cooked, chopped
Ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
2 Tbsp. fresh tomato salsa

Preparation:
1. Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add bell peppers and onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes or until soft.
3. Add eggs; cook, over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until eggs are set.
4. Top tortilla with egg mixture, turkey bacon, and pepper (if desired).
5. Roll tortilla burrito-style.
6. Serve with salsa.

Note:  You can put in more peppers & onions if you want.  I just chopped about 1/4 of each - made sure they fit in my green container and then chopped them a little smaller.

 

21 Day Fix - Tally Sheets

After doing the 21 day fix, I actually got pretty good at calculating up the containers in my head.  However, it is still really nice to have a tally sheet that you can check off each day, especially if you are not following a specific menu.  So for my second round of the fix I decided to make my own.  (They do have some in the back of the Fix Eating Plan that you could just print off and laminate, but I thought the boxes were a little small.) 

This is what I came up with.  Feel free to print them out and use them.  I laminated the small ones, and just used a sheet protector for the large one.  Then I write on them with dry erase markers or crayons.  Easy to wipe off and you can start over the next day!!  AWESOME!  :)

I only made the large tally sheets for the first 2 calorie brackets because that is what my husband and I use, but I have all the brackets in the small form that you can download.  For FREE by the way!  I saw someone selling these on etsy for $2 - EXACTLY like mine!  Grrrr that makes me really mad!  Whatever.

I don't even care if you share these on your blogs or whatever but just make sure to give me props since I worked really hard on these. It's just common blogging courtesy to give credit where credit is due. Thanks!

 This is the 1,200 - 1,499 calorie bracket, large and small
1,200 - 1,499 small PDF Download

This is the 1,500 - 1,799 calorie bracket, large and small

1,500 - 1,799 small PDF Download

Here are the other 2 calorie brackets to download.  I only did the small though.  Hope this helps anyone.



1,800 - 2,099 calorie small PDF Download

2,100 - 2,300 calorie small PDF Download

Well, that's it for today!  This is seriously SUCH a great program!!  I know - portion control is not new, but I love how everything is pretty much done for you.  You don't have to think about anything.  Just follow the plan, mark off the boxes, do the workouts and BAM! - you're down a size or two in only three weeks!



Once again, if you have any questions about this or any of the other Beachbody programs, feel free to contact me.  You can also add me as a friend on Facebook, follow my like page or join my next challenge group!  :)  (They are really fun, I promise!) 
coachbethclark@outlook.com
https://www.facebook.com/beth.m.clark.7?ref=name#!/BodyRemodel

Thanks for stopping by!

21 Day Fix - Week 2 Update

I am such a happy girl today!  I just finished week 2 of the 21 Day Fix.  I thought that I wasn't doing very well and there were a couple times over the past week that I just wanted to say "forget it" and go eat a big juicy burger or something.  But this morning when I weighed myself and took my measurements, I discovered that I had actually lost 4 lbs and 4 inches so far!  (2 inches just from my waist.)  That is how much I lost in 30 days of doing Body Beast!

Now to a lot of you, that might not seem like very much.  Yes, there are definitely people who lose 5 lbs each week with this program - and it's amazing!  (My husband lost 4 lbs in his first week. Men.)  My body is a little more stubborn, and I have to work really hard and be super consistent to break through my plateaus.  Plus I have been eating in this calorie range for awhile now, so it wasn't a huge change for me. 

 

The big difference was how CLEAN I was eating.  I thought I really was eating clean, but I've discovered from being on this program that I was eating too many carbs, too many fruits, not enough veggies, and not enough healthy fats.  Yep, that's right - not ENOUGH fats!  With this program I get to have 2 tsp of nut butters, a container of nuts, cheese or avocado, and a container of seeds, olives or dressing.

Here is what a typical day of eating looks like for me:

Breakfast:  Protein shake w/frozen mixed berries, oatmeal

Snack:  Cottage cheese, apple

Lunch:  Tuna w/avocado & lettuce on whole wheat pita, veggies

Snack:  Shakeology w/2 tsp peanut butter, 20 pistachios

Dinner:  Grilled chicken, lettuce and veggies, vinaigrette dressing

I have gotten really creative with my meals, and I have actually tried some new things that I might not have before.  (I'm a big chicken when it comes to new foods.)  You might think those little containers don't hold a lot of food, but they really do!  I am NEVER hungry!  Yes, I might crave things every once in awhile, but I'm not hungry. :) 

Check out some of my yummy meals.....

Okay, now that we've discussed the food part....let's talk about the WORKOUTS!!  :)

Can I just say how much I love, love, LOVE these workouts?! 
I really like Autumn Calabrese's style, too.  She's peppy and motivating without being annoying.  I love how she just tells it like it is & makes you feel guilty if you want to rest a minute.  (Some of those moves are TOUGH!  Like serious, muscles-on-fire tough!)

The workouts are 30 minutes, but it feels waaaay shorter than that - seriously.  I don't know why, but the workouts seem to FLY by.  They are not easy, either - I am always sore the next day.  It's a good thing.  Trust me.  :)

I would definitely recommend getting the upgraded package just for the 2 extra workouts.  They are amazing!  Barre Legs has a lot of ballet-style moves in it, but it is a serious leg-killer.  And the Flat Abs Fix is a 30-minute ab workout that I intend to incorporate a few times a week.  I love them both!  I still haven't tried the bonus Plyo workout, but I think I will switch out one of the cardios next week for that one.

Overall, I am LOVING this program! (If you can't tell. haha)  It is great for all fitness levels and ages.  There is a modifier in all the workouts, it's short and seriously... anyone can do this!

I have a 21 day fix group that will be ongoing for anyone to join at any time.  It will only be for my team, though - so if you have another coach you are working with, please check with them for a group.  If you would like to join my team, sign up for your free Beachbody account & add me as your coach.  It's that easy!!  If you have a coach, but have no idea who it is because they have never contacted you - message me & I can help you. :)

Here is the link to the 21 day fix group:  https://www.facebook.com/beth.m.clark.7?ref=name#!/groups/570901246311418/

Thank you for stopping by!  Bring it on Week 3!! :)

coachbethclark@outlook.com

Fuel Your Body Friday - 21 Day Fix Approved Foods

As most of you know already, I have been doing the 21 Day Fix, and I am LOVING it so far!!

I will give more details about the program and how I'm doing with it next week, but right now I wanted to share a couple of delicious recipes that I have made.

The first is just a simple protein shake that I have had for breakfast the past 2 days and it was soooo yummy I just had to post it!!

 

Here is the recipe:

 

1 cup COLD water

1 1/2 scoops vanilla protein powder

1 cup frozen mixed berries

 

Blend all together and eat with a spoon!  (It's like soft-serve - yum!)

 

*For those of you doing the 21 Day Fix, that is 1 RED container, and 1 PURPLE container

 

 

The next great recipe I discovered is a dressing that I made last night.  It comes out of the 21 Day Fix eating plan, and it was super tangy and delicious!

 

Dijon Vinaigrette

from the 21 day fix eating plan

 

(Makes 8 servings, about 6 tsp each)

 



3 TBS red wine vinegar

3 TBS fresh lemon juice

3 TBS Dijon mustard

2 cloves garlic, minced (I left this out)

1/4 tsp sea salt

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

6 TBS extra virgin olive oil

 

Combine all ingredients except olive oil in a medium bowl; whisk to blend.

 

Slowly add oil while whisking; mix well.

 

*Store leftover dressing in a covered container in the refrigerator.  This dressing is also great over sauteed veggies or steamed fish!

 

Here is my yummy dinner last night.  Chicken = 1 red container, lettuce & carrots = 2 green containers, dressing = 1 orange container

 

Now for my new FAVORITE lunch....

Tuna Salad made with avocado instead of mayo!  Super clean, 21 day fix approved, and DELICIOUS!  Yum! 

 

Clean Tuna Salad

1/2 can tuna

1/2 avocado

3 cherry tomatoes, diced

lime

sea salt

green leaf lettuce

1/2 whole wheat pita

 

Mix tuna and avocado together, add in tomatoes, squirt of lime juice, and a little sprinkle of sea salt.  Stuff it all into 1/2 pita with 1 or 2 leaves of lettuce.  (Serve with a few more veggies to fill up the green container.)

 

Tuna = red container (It actually fits the entire can of tuna, but I can't eat that much, so I split it in half.)

Avocado = blue container

1/2 whole wheat pita = yellow container

lettuce and tomatoes = green container (You should add extra veggies to fill up the rest of the way.) 

 

I am LOVING that I get to eat avocados with the Fix!!  They are my favorite!  I have another recipe I will be posting soon that uses avocado.  I seriously don't miss mayo AT ALL! :)

 

 

Oh, and just a little side note.... I have lost 2.5 lbs already in my first 2 days of the 21 day fix!!  (I know most of it was just from getting all the junk out of my system and drinking TONS of water.)  Loving this so far! :)

 

 

 

If you have any questions, please feel free to comment or email me.  coachbethclark@outlook.com

And PLEASE come visit and LIKE my page on Facebook!! https://www.facebook.com/BodyRemodel?ref=hl#!/BodyRemodel

 

 

21 Day Fix - Test Group

So the 21 Day Fix is finally here - unfortunately, if you didn't order it in the first 2 days, the basic essential kit is now on backorder until late March!!  However, you can still get the program in a challenge pack!  I think that is the best deal anyway, because it's like buying Shakeology and getting a complete workout program for only $11!! 

To buy a challenge pack, click on this link:  https://www.teambeachbody.com/beachbody-challenge?tracking=BDU_BBC_BEACHBODYCHALLENGE

If I am not already your coach.....go to http://www.beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/bethclark and sign up for a FREE account right now!

After you have signed up for my team, and have ordered your program, you will be able to join my 21 Day Fix Test Group!

Since many of you aren't able to get the program yet, I decided to create a test group that is not run all at the same time.  That way, anyone can join at any time!  It doesn't matter if you are on day 1 when the rest of us are 2 weeks in, you will still be able to join and get support.  I think that a lot of us are going to be doing more than one round anyway, so this will be a great way to keep the group going indefinitely.  What do you think??  Sound good?

I'm really excited for this program!!  I keep seeing the real-life results from actual people that I know and it is amazing!  No wonder they sold out in the first 2 days!  Crazy!  :)

Hope to see you there!!

21 Day Fix - Additional Info

Okay, I have some more great information about the 21 Day Fix program that will be released next MONDAY, February 3!!!  I'm soooo excited for this program - it is really going to help so many people in so many ways!

Who can benefit from the 21 Day Fix??


If you don't know anything about this new program - you can read all about it HERE!

So I have had a lot of questions about how those little containers are going to work.  People are wondering if that is all you get for the day, or if they are for one meal, etc.  We had a webinar on Thursday with Autumn Calabrese, the creator and trainer for the 21 Day Fix and she went into more details about the program, so I thought I would share them here.

 

Okay, so the containers that everyone is buzzing about - the above picture shows what kinds of foods go into each container.  When you get your program, there is a nutrition guide where you will figure out how many calories you will get for the day, this is your formula.  This is the only time you will have to worry about counting anything!!  Each person will be different.  If you are doing this with your husband, he will most likely have a different formula than you, etc.

 

Your formula will tell you how many containers you get for the day.  How many green containers, or red containers, etc.  Make sense?

 

You get to CHOOSE how YOU want to divide those up throughout the day. 

 

Most people will look at those containers and think - these are so tiny, that's not going to be enough food.  But Autumn said that when they actually start using them, people tell her, "I didn't realize it was SO MUCH FOOD - thought I would starve!"

 

 

There are also these cute little tally sheets that you can mark off every day!

 

The food is also vegetarian and vegan friendly, and it DOES incorporate your daily Shakeology - Yay!  :)

 



Alright, on to the WORKOUTS!!

 

There are 7 workouts - a different one for every day of the week.  Each workout is 30 minutes long and there IS a modifier in each workout.

 

Total Body Cardio Fix
Upper Fix
Lower Fix
Pilates Fix
Cardio Fix
Dirty 30
Yoga Fix
Bonus: 10-Minute Fix for Abs

Okay, here are the different kits that will be available:

There will also be a challenge pack - which will include a one month supply of Shakeology at a discounted price for the month of February! :)  This is a great time to try the new STRAWBERRY Shakeology!

Now, there is absolutely no excuse NOT to get in the best shape you possibly can before an upcoming event, or even in general.  Even if you let yourself slack a little, maybe gain a little weight and all of a sudden you have a family get-together in a month - what to do?  No problem - just do a quick round of the 21 Day Fix and you are all set!  I LOVE this!!  It's really for ANYONE!

If you want to join me in an exclusive 21 Day Fix test group where we will be doing the program and getting amazing results, (think spring break) contact me at coachbethclark@outlook.com, or on my facebook page https://www.facebook.com/#!/BodyRemodel.  I will let you know the exact start date and add you to the group. 

Note:  this group is for MY customers only, you can add me as your coach by signing up for a free Beachbody account here: http://www.beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/bethclark