HEALTHY Strawberry Shake!

My FAVORITE treat as a little girl was always McDonald's Strawberry Shakes. I made one today that was just a yummy, but HEALTHY also! Give it a try & let me know what you think! :)

Live On Purpose

Have you ever woken up and realized you weren't actually LIVING?!  That happened to me recently.  I wasn't happy. I wasn't LIVING my life.  I was waking up every day and just going through the motions.

- Wake up

- Drive to work

-Sit at a desk & stare at a computer for 8 hours

- Drive home from work

- Make dinner

- Clean up after dinner

- Clean up the rest of the house

- Sit on the couch for an hour

- Go to bed

Every. Single. Day.

How boring is that?!

I was completely unfulfilled.  I wasn't reaching for anything.  I wasn't working toward a goal or a dream. I had no direction.  I was just drifting through life.  I felt myself falling into a depression. I was experiencing anxiety but I didn't know how to stop it.

It took being introduced to an amazing group of people for the light bulb to go off.  I can honestly say that the leaders on my team have influenced me in so many ways, and not just health and fitness.  I now believe in my dreams, I believe more in myself and that belief is growing more and more each day.  Their inspiring stories made me realize I HAVE TOTAL CONTROL over my life and what direction it goes.  So I thought to myself "Lisa, if you don't change, this is it.  You're going to keep drifting through life.  You're going to keep feeling unhappy and unfulfilled.  Is that what you want?".  Well clearly my answer to myself was "no".  I made a decision right there.  I would work every day, whether it was a little or a lot, and I wouldn't give up until I was living the life I DESERVE!  

So here I am, you've found me in the midst of my journey! Learning tons of new things and meeting so many amazing people.  Working hard every day to take SMALL ACTIONS that will lead me toward my goals (financial, fitness, relationship etc.).  I'm stumbling and making mistakes, but learning each time that I do!

I believe in myself and I can't wait to see what the future brings!

If you're not happy with your life, change it.  If you're job isn't fulfilling, find one you're passionate about.  If your body isn't what you want it to be, start eating healthier and working out.  If you don't have your finances in order, commit to put a certain, small amount out of each paycheck in your savings account.

The point is, the choice is yours. Take control of your life.

LIVE ON PURPOSE.

I would like to invite you to meet the inspiring people that brought me to this place in my life.  This place of focus and clarity.  If you would like to be a part of the team, please contact me or open a free account at the link below.  We all look forward to meeting you <3

Welcome To The Team!

P90x - Day One. And (BONUS) a Yummy Recipe! :)

So yesterday was OFFICIALLY day one of my P90x 90-day journey. I’m SO excited to be starting this program again (go ahead, call me a dork, I don’t care!). :) I woke up and went through my normal daily routine. Went to work from 9 to 5, ran errands then drove straight home. As soon as I got home I made SURE to change into my workout gear immediately (there’s just something about being IN my exercise clothes that gets me motivated!).  I drank my E&E (swear by this stuff! If you haven't heard of it, you should check it out!), popped in Core Synergistics and pressed play.  

WHOA, let me tell you, I got my BOOTY KICKEDDDD!  Or should I say my abs?  Pretty sure it was a mixture of EVERYTHING being kicked.

I couldn't complete a lot of the exercises, and some of the others my form was far less than perfect, BUT, I pushed through and did as many of each move as I could!  I know with time & work I will catch up to everyone on the DVDs!  I finished the entire DVD, (even with the constant interruptions from my dear furry kids) and I felt great! Sweaty & tired, but ... great!  

(see, not lying about the interruptions) ;)

SEE YA LATER 341 CALORIES! 

After the workout I figured I’d better make some dinner.  I had been eyeing this Island Pork Tenderloin recipe in the P90x Nutrition Guide so I finally decided to give a shot.  I've NEVER cooked pork before (besides in my slow cooker) so I was a little nervous about messing it up.  BUT, it turned out GREAT so I just have to share the recipe with you!!!  Trust me, this is a must try.  I'll be eating this for the next few days!

Here's what you'll need!

• 16 oz. Pork Tenderloin
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 tbsp fresh garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 tbsp Tabasco sauce

Directions!

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Stir together salt, pepper, chili powder & cinnamon.  Coat pork with spice rub.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over moderately high heat and brown pork, about 4 minutes.
4. Stir together brown sugar, garlic & tabasco sauce & pat on top of the tenderloin.  Place pork in a roasting pan and cook in the oven for 20 minutes or until an internal temperature of 160 degrees.

I ended up cooking it a tad longer than 20 minutes and just made sure the meat reached a temp of 160 degrees (I've heard 170 also, but I did 160 and I'm still alive and feeling fine, you decide). As soon as it hit that temp I removed it from the oven and let it set for 5 minutes or so, then sliced it open.  YUM!  It was this spicy, sweet, moist yummy-ness. (Even the boyfriend liked it – and that’s saying something!)

I love this recipe because it's so versatile.  I had it last night over a bed of lettuce with different peppers and some mandarin orange slices.  Tonight I think I'll keep it simple with a 6 oz portion & some steamed broccoli.

Give this recipe a try and PLEASE, share your meal ideas! I love to hear from my followers! :)

The Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse

A big day is coming up for me.  On April 15th I am hosting a challenge group made up of people who are all working to get their beach bodies ready for summer time! Since I ALWAYS participate with my challengers, I've decided to tackle another round of P90x (that's right, BRING IT).  So, in preparation for beginning a new program, I decided it was a great time to do the 3 day Shakeology cleanse.  I needed to get all of the toxins out of my body & jump start my metabolism!

So what exactly is Shakeology you might ask? Well my definition is, it's my life saver.  The nectar of the Gods (hehe) :)  Really though, I LOVE my Shakeology.  I drink it daily.  It's helped me drop weight, it has killed my sugar cravings!  It gives me energy when I need it and to top it all off, my skin, nails and hair look amazing.  It's PACKED with nutrients that will do wonders for your health!  Oh yeah, and did I mention, it tastes like a chocolate milkshake?! So there's my personal description, but really, there is so much more to Shakeology. The video below will help you understand why I'm obssessed with this drink and why it's so great to add to your daily diet.

Now that you know how amazing Shakeology is, you probably want to know what this cleanse is all about. Below is a sample of a typical day on the Shakeology cleanse. When I did my cleanse, I stuck as closely to this as possible.  I skipped the snack of fruit, but did add a small amount of fruit into my morning Shakeology.

MY RESULTS!
In just 3 days I dropped from 112.7 lbs to 107.4 lbs.  I dropped from 20.7% body fat to 19.2%.  I was very happy with my results.  To top it off, the following day I really had zero cravings.  I was surprised by this.  I actually stuck very close to my cleanse diet regimen the following day with two shakes, two green teas, with just some steamed veggies with shrimp for lunch. Then a simple turkey burger (no bun) for dinner. AND I WAS SATISFIED!  Energy was through the roof and my mood was the best it's been all week.  It's funny how cleaning all the 'junk' out of your body can improve so many things.

Just Some Shakeology Cleanse FAQ's

1. How many calories will I be consuming per day on the cleanse?
This amount will normally vary between 800-1100 calories per day.

2. How often should a person do the Shakeology Cleanse?
It is recommended a person do this cleanse every quarter.  It is also great to do before starting a new workout program or to break through a plateau in your progress.

3. Can I or should I still workout during my cleanse?
Due to the lower calorie intake during these 3 days, your energy level will be slightly diminished   It is recommended that you do not workout during the cleanse.  If you are in the middle of a workout program, it is recommended to do the cleanse during your recovery week.

4. What kind of results can I expect from the Shakeology cleanse?
Results obviously vary from person to person.  Typical weight loss falls between 5-12 lbs.  You will have renewed energy and your cravings for junk food will be GREATLY reduced.

5. Where do I get Shakeology?
Luckily, Shakeology is easy to get.  It can be ordered online through my website: www.beachbodycoach.com/LisaGennae8.

You can choose from 3 different delicious flavors:
1. Chocolate (vegan or regular)   *regular chocolate is my FAVEEE*
2. Tropical (vegan or regular)
3. Greenberry

You can also choose to receive either the bulk 30 day bag or the 30 day supply of packets (I always opt for the bulk bag but that's up to you!)

For only $4.25/day, you can be improving your health by drinking a chocolatel-y scrumptious shake. Lose Weight. Feel Energized. Beautiful hair, skin & nails. Does it get better? NO.

What if you don't like it you ask?  Are you out that money?  It's your lucky day because NO you aren't.  Beachbody offers a 30 day, bottom of the bag, money back guarantee.  If you drink your Shakeology for 29 days, then decide you don't like it, or it's not working for you just simply put the empty bag back in the mail and Beachbody will refund you your money. Simple as that.

(But trust me, after one week of this shake, you'll be feeling the difference and you won't be sending it back) :)

I hope this helps answer some questions you may have had about this cleanse and this shake.
If you have any questions feel free to contact me! I'll be more than happy to answer!

lisagwhipple@gmail.com