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My very 1st workout after having Ava was tough.
My core strength was zip. It was tough to tighten my muscles. My baby belly was stretched. I could hold a plank for a grand total of about 3 seconds. I felt like I was starting all over from the beginning. And you know what? ALL of this was OK! It was 110% totally OK! 
In so many ways, I was absolutely in AWE that my body could grow and change for a second time to create this amazing little life! WOW!!!
Our stretchy skin is just what happens after we carry & bring into this world these incredible miracles! It's pretty amazing how our bodies can change and create LIFE! 
I loved my growing baby belly and I was proud to wear a bikini at the beach at 9 months pregnant!!
But I also wondered if it would even be possible for my stretched skin to return. It was very different than when I had Lila. I wanted to feel strong again - that was my goal. So what did I do? I gave myself grace. I gave myself time. I told myself to take things one day at a time. I breathed deeply when I'd start to get overwhelmed. During this 1st workout, my goal was to keep perspective. That was it. I told myself that I would "put my blinders on" when it came to my workouts. I didn't attach a "bad" or "good" so much as "I'm doing my best with where I am"... and that was good enough. And then, I'd "rinse and repeat" the next day. Becoming emotional about "where I wasn't" wasn't going to help. Instead, I put that emotional energy into positive action. I listened to positive, uplifting music. #klove I spoke kind words to myself when the negative ones would creep in - this was an INTENTIONAL action. I ate foods that I knew would increase my energy, not zap it! And I promised myself that every time I would pass a mirror - and my eyes would immediately start to gravitate to spots I wanted to improve - I would stop. Instead, I gave thanks for my baby, for my health, my family, for ALL the amazing blessings in my life. I ACTIVELY decided to do this. But by doing this, it also shifted my focus. It freed up my energy & changed my emotions. It put me back in control of thinking positive thoughts rather than allowing negative ones to creep in. And day by day, I became stronger. It wasn't overnight - but it was consistent. And those little drops of consistency turned into positive changes. And I KNEW that whatever my body was after this pregnancy was ok. I hear from so many women that they "just don't feel like themselves" after pregnancy or that they want to make time for themselves again ... and really, that's totally understandable. We go through a LOT of changes. But it's also possible to regain strength, feel strong, and be comfortable in your clothes. If you're in a place where you want to make a change, I want you to know IT IS SO POSSIBLE! I'd love to continue this journey TOGETHER! Because really, it's a lot more fun to do this "health thing" with other people!!! We'll talk about your goals, we'll create a plan together, and you'll get some awesome 1:1 daily support from me and a great group of positive, motivated women! It takes a decision, a plan, and little drops in the bucket every day. But I see goals reached day in, and day out. Big goals, small goals, and everything in between. They're all important... and they're ALL SO POSSIBLE!!!
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 The idea that we "can't" have a certain food is so limiting. And often, if we think we "can't" have something, we want it even more!! Even if it's not good for us! So, let's take a step back. What if I said, YES - you CAN have brownies. And, YES - they CAN also be GOOD for you! (Insert big sigh. :) haha. These are absolutely delicious. And while you probably don't need to eat them every day - they are a great "sweet treat" option and a healthy alternative to artificial & processed ingredients!  Recipe and photo courtesy of www.minimalistbaker.com These black bean brownies (vegan AND gluten-free) require just 1 bowl and about 30 minutes to prepare! Healthy, easy, and delicious - the best kind of dessert. Serves 12 Ingredients -
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Serving size: 1 brownie Calories: 90 Fat: 6 g Carbohydrates: 22 g Sugar: 9 g Sodium: 163 mg Fiber: 7 g Protein: 5 g  Photo courtesy of www.ilanamuhlstein.com I am SO in love with the 2B Mindset approach to eating! And even more ?? I can't WAIT to share tons of the delicious recipes HERE! What's even better? Zero calorie counting, zero containers, zero guilt, AND ALWAYS feeling FULL & SATISFIED! For most people, the idea of never being "allowed" to eat lasagna again ... or almost anything Italian style ... just doesn't work. On top of that, if you are following a restrictive approach to eating, you're just going to feel guilty when you DO end up eating Italian foods. Let's back up a quick sec! Change the recipe slightly ... eat your Italian dinner with JOY ... and start enjoying every single meal!  Italian Lasagna Rollups and Eggplant Rounds Dinner Recipe Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 1 Box Explore Cuisine Lentil Lasagna Noodles (or brown rice lasagna noodles) 1 Large Eggplant 2 Bags of Frozen Organic Spinach 2 Organic Eggs 1 1/2 Cups of Part Skim Ricotta 2-3 Cups of Marinara Sauce (I really like Muir Glen marinara sauce!) 4 oz. of Part Skim Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Garlic and Onion Powder (optional) Fresh or Dried Chopped Oregano or Basil (optional) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Fill a large pot with water and bring up to a boil. 3. While water is heating, slice the eggplant into 1/4-1/2" disks and lay out over a pan lined with tin foil or parchment paper coated in olive oil spray. Sprinkle the eggplant slices with a tiny bit of salt and let them sit on the tray. (The eggplant will begin to "sweat" and release water droplets on the surface - very cool - and very important so you don't have soggy lasagna!) 4. Defrost the 2 bags of spinach in a large microwave safe bowl. You could also defrost it the night before in the refrigerator, if you remember. Squeeze out all of the excess liquid from the spinach using a cheese cloth, kitchen towel, or your hands. (If you have time, I personally like to sautee the spinach with a little olive oil, garlic & onions. It gives it a great flavor!) 5. To the boiled water, add lasagna noodles for just 2-3 minutes so they become rollable. Dab up the water from the sweaty eggplants and pop into the oven for just 2-3 minutes to soften them further. 6. To the drained spinach, add the eggs and ricotta, and any spices you like such as garlic, onion, basil, and oregano. Mix to combine. 7. Take out the lasagna noodles and separate them. To a large baking dish, add a little marinara on the bottom. Next, lay out a lasagna noodle, spread a thin layer of the spinach mix, then roll up and place in the dish. Repeat. 8. Take out the eggplant, and make a sandwich with the spinach filling (seen above). 9. Top both dishes with some tomato sauce and cheese and bake for about 20 minutes until cheese gets bubbly.  Photo courtesy of www.Ilanamuhlstein.com  Our family dinner this week. And you didn't think I'd forget about those brownies, did you?? The recipe is HERE!! 
I'm super excited to give you ALL the details on this new program! It's a GAME CHANGER for sure for SO many people in the test group already!
So what's it all about?? Here are all the details on the program, the most commonly asked questions and concerns so that you can decide whether or not this program would be a good fit for you!
What Is 2B Mindset?
2B Mindset is unlike any other Beachbody Product and program ever created before. Beachbody has created some of the MOST effective and incredible fitness programs ever - you probably know them best for their WORKOUTS! But behind all these workouts has always been SOLID NUTRITION (because RESULTS!) - but now NUTRITION is taking the spotlight! YAY!!! ZERO WORKOUTS -- TONS OF FOOD -- NO MORE EMOTIONAL EATING!
One of my favorite ways to think about how important nutrition is - is this: Your nutrition will give you the WEIGHT you want. Your workouts will give you the SHAPE you want. Even though it's not exactly this black & white, it helps to see just how important what you EAT is! 
2B Mindset follows the similar support system guidelines but this program focuses on the one area that most people struggle with the most and that is NUTRITION!
I have so many clients who have no problem showing up for the workouts but it is the nutrition that constantly trips them up and prevents them from getting the results they want or maintaining their hard work. So Beachbody saw the need to find a solution to some of the common struggles we as women face such as:
ENTER into the picture: Ilana Muhlstein R.D.N. who is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Beverly Hills. She works at UCLA where she has lead the Bruin Health Improvement Program for 10 successful semesters.
Ilana struggled with weight her ENTIRE childhood! After figuring out how to lose 100 pounds herself with her own program, she is now partnering with Beachbody to offer it to you! So in this 2B mindset program you'll learn her favorite tips, tools and strategies to help you achieve your weight loss goals while living your life to the fullest. You will change your mindset to use the SCALE as a TOOL! You will become AWARE of WHY you're eating! You will LOVE the freedom that comes with this program - I promise!! 2B Mindset is a video based weight loss program that will change your mindset about food, your body, and losing weight! Instead of diets that focus on what you can’t eat, this simple and easy approach will have you focused on what you CAN eat so you FEEL FULL, satisfied, and in control without ever counting calories or points or measuring foods!! You can ACTUALLY LOSE WEIGHT HAPPILY!!!! And remember what I said about "NO WORKOUTS" ?? I wasn't kidding - there's no workout program for this so EXERCISE is actually bonus! So if you want to start and JUST focus on nutrition you can still have success with the program.
What Comes In The 2B Mindset Package?
What Makes 2B Mindset So Different & Effective?
It’s not a DIET- it is a MINDSET!!! Most diets have an end date. But because you are going to be shifting the way you think about food, you can use the 2B Mindset principles for the rest of your life. Also, most diets require deprivation.
The 2B mindset shows you how to get to, and maintain, your idea weight, while eating the foods you enjoy so you always feel satisfied and happy! This program is extremely EASY TO FOLLOW!! There is no counting calories, no measuring food, and no using food containers. No cutting out food groups, no deprivation or feeling hungry and you have the ability to follow the program even when you are at a restaurant, a party or on vacation!
How Is Shakeology A Part Of The Program?
Ilana is a HUGE fan of Shakeology because it is high in protein (17g) and incredible superfoods! Shakeology can count as the protein for any of the 2B meals. One of Ilana’s primary tips is to have a consistent breakfast and Shakeology is easy and quick to make and so this is a great option for your breakfast or any meal that you struggle with! Plus you are getting nutrients, vitamins, pre and probiotics to help you digest your food, give you energy, and help you fill in the gaps you don’t get from the foods you eat!
Do You Want To Join Me In Doing This Program?
Getting fit and HEALTHY is SO much more fun when you do it with other people! Like - you'll actually be EXCITED to ROCK your GOALS!!
I am going to host my very FIRST 2B Mindset Support Group starting on MAY 14TH!! I’m currently accepting applications for those that wish to have a 24/7 accountability group to answer questions, to stay motivated, to walk through obstacles and tackle this new lifestyle together! Exercise is not required but is considered extra credit. (Have I mentioned "no workouts" yet?? :) ) This group will take place through a closed online accountability group! We will start on May 14th and each participant is required to make ME their COACH and to commit to the 2B mindset program plus replacing 1 meal a day with Shakeology for the duration of the group. I will be there with live videos, tips, recipes and accountability daily! I will share with you everything that has worked for me since my early 20s to lose the weight and keep it off happily.
I Am Interested In The 2B Mindset
Thank you for your interest in the 2B Mindset Nutrition Program. This application is for individuals who are interested in working with me directly as their coach on this this program. If you already have a coach please reach out to your coach for support.
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How Much Does It Cost?
The 2B Mindset Challenge Pack consists of:
2B Mindset Challenge Pack 2B Mindset Challenge Pack Costs $160 and this is a promotional price from the 2nd of May until the 3rd of June. The regular cost is $180. If you would like to add on the 1 year membership to Beachbody On Demand which is our digital streaming platform where you can do any of the workouts that our company has ever created you can get the 2B Mindset & Beachbody On Demand Challenge Pack for only $200 and that is an INCREDIBLE SAVINGS!!!!! The 2B Mindset BeachBody On Demand Challenge Pack is available for purchase on the 2nd of May by clicking the link below. 2B Mindset BOD Challenge Pack To Check out more details click here: 2B Mindset Page
2B Mindset :: FAQ
Can I access 2B Mindset on Beachbody On Demand? 2B Mindset is on it’s own platform separate from Beachbody On Demand. It is called our Nutrition Platform. You will purchase this product and you will have forever access to the resources. When is 2B Mindset Launching? 2B Mindset launches on May 2nd on the Nutrition tab on Beachbody On Demand. On June 4th 2B Mindset will also launch the Beachbody Nutrition + App. Anyone who purchases 2B Mindset will have access to stream the program on the nutrition tab of Beachbody ON Demand and also the app. Can I exercise while doing 2B? Yes you can exercise but it is not required. It is considered extra credit. If you are going to do a program like 80 day obsession you can choose to forgo the 80 day nutrition plan and do the 2B Mindset eating! Totally up to you! Can you do 2B Mindset if you are pregnant or nursing? 2B Mindset is a weight loss program. Since pregnant mothers should be gaining weight and not losing weight, it is not advised that they follow 2B Mindset during pregnancy. For breastfeeding mothers, La Leche League International advises to wait at least two months before making any drastic effort to lose weight in order to allow your body to recover and ensure a steady milk supply. Keep in mind that breastfeeding women may naturally lose one to four pounds per month simply due to the amount of energy required to nurse in the first place.
"If you and I met, you might think I was naturally lean. Born with a high metabolism. Able to eat whatever I want without gaining a pound. Not gonna lie, that would be amazing. But the truth is… Growing up, I was always the big kid…"
Those could EASILY be my OWN words. (And maybe, in some ways they are - I still share my very similar story all the time!) From the time I was 9 until my early 20s, I struggled with my weight. But these words are actually Ilana Muhlstein's! She's the co-creator of an AWESOME new nutrition approach called the 2B Mindset program! 
Ilana Muhlstein, R.D. Nutritionist: Co-Creator of the 2B Mindset Program
I am SO excited about this new MINDSET-focused, weight loss program launching in May 2018! And guess what? NO WORKOUTS!
If you've ever struggled with emotional eating, you know that it's not just as easy as "getting a meal plan & workout schedule." (This incredible new MINDSET approach doesn't even have a workout requirement! )
Plans & schedules can feel incredibly limiting! Eat at this time - workout at this time - have exactly this much food. If exercise is too stressful, it can make you want to eat even more! And if food is your stress reliever, well, that kind of wipes out your exercise efforts! Emotionally, it can be exhausting! I get it! But what if everything could change by just changing your MIND?
WHO WAS THIS PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR?
Anyone who struggles with:
If ANY of these describe you, fill out the form below and I'll add you to my free group with all the info! AND you'll have the chance to join an exclusive test group with the program's creator!! WHAT WILL I LEARN?
WHAT ARE MY MEMBER BENEFITS?
FROM IlANA:
I can not wait to start offering this program in just ONE MORE WEEK!!
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I really don't know why it's taken me SO long! I LOVE the idea of quick, grab-and-go egg muffins for breakfast or a snack! They always LOOK amazing - and seem SO easy!
Now that I'm following a timed-nutrition approach to eating, having meals READY TO GO is a life-saver! 
I finally got my happy-dappy little self in gear, took 5 minutes to mix up the ingredients between the kiddos' drop-off and pick-up from school on Friday, and I am SO hooked!
These little muffins are PACKED with protein, veggies, fiber and they keep my energy high until my next meal (in about 2-3 hours! ;) Definitely going into my meal rotation!! 
Really, you can put whatever you want into these cups! I modified this Beachbody recipe here - had to make a few changes because I didn't have all the ingredients!
Broccoli, Turkey Bacon, & Quinoa Egg Cups
For these egg cups, I combined eggs, turkey bacon, sauteed onions & red peppers & broccoli florets, and quinoa! Course Breakfast Prep Time 24 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Total Time 39 minutes Servings 8 servings, 2 each Calories 155 kcal Author BeachbodyIngredients
If you're working hard in the gym or studio classes, it's SO important to fuel your body with the right foods! These are a great start to any day.
Because seriously - why wipe out all your hard work with the next meal you eat??
My next fitness support & accountability group begins February 12th!
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Is Shakeology Really Worth It??
I'm asked a lot if I really think Shakeology makes a difference to people's results. And I can absolutely, 110% say YES every single time I answer. For me, I started drinking it back in 2013 right after I had Lila. I was at a friend's house and remember thinking at first, "Oh great, some "new" shake." I was very skeptical and very particular about what supplements & nutrients I ate. I immediately read the ingredients list. I fully expected to see basic ingredients, minimum nutritional values and lots of hard to pronounce ingredients. What I saw instead was a FULL list of phytonutrients, superfoods, herbal foods, probiotics, prebiotics, adaptogens and MORE! Plus, there were absolutely no artificial ANYTHINGS - No colorings, preservatives, flavorings, NADA! I felt a bit sheepish that I didn't have more of an open mind at the time!! Pretty funny now looking back, right? Since then, I can hands down say that making Shakeology a mainstay in my meal plan has been a TOTAL game changer for me! It helps keep me on track every single day! 1. I can absolutely tell when I've missed a couple of days (I've forgotten to pack it on a couple of trips before.) 2. My digestion, energy, (lack of) cravings, & feelings of fullness are AMAZING! I can easily pass over sweets when I've had my Shakeology. And it keeps me full & energized for hours! 3. It's easy! I know that it's a quick & solid meal when I throw in a handful of spinach, 1/2 a banana and maybe some berries! 4. It's delicious. I actually didn't like the taste when I first started drinking it - TRUTH! But now I blend it, never shake it! My favorite recipe has creamy almond butter, coconut milk, chocolate shakeo, and banana or strawberries - DELISH! 5. I've seen it help SO many others reach their goals! My customers, coaches on my team, other coach's customers - this stuff is AWESOME!  All Access Challenge Pack Deal Hi sweet friends!! I'm SO glad you stopped by to check out what I've got cooking (haha, get it? :) ) for this loooong weekend of holiday shopping! I know you'll hear it a LOT, but really consider giving yourself the gift of incredible health this year and next! It's SO possible to feel fit, strong & full of energy once and for all without the yo-yo dieting cycles! I am getting ready to launch my Holiday Survival Guide Challenge Group on Monday the 4th of December and then the brand NEW 80 Day Obsession program will launch in January! There is SO much to get excited about these last 6 weeks of 2017!! Giving gifts is my love language - and giving AND receiving the gift of health, fitness, community and support has personally been life changing for me!! I want others to feel the same way that I do! It's absolutely incredible to be in a group of like-minded & encouraging people to keep you accountable and give you support! Plus, having a nutrition plan that makes you feel empowered vs restricted, having workouts that you can do ANYWHERE and knowing you've got an awesome support group will be the "secret sauce" to your long-term results!  So here are the deals for BLACK FRIDAY! 1. If you purchase an All Access Challenge Pack from me as your coach you will get a $20 Amazon gift card to help with your holiday shopping or to purchase any fitness equipment you might need. Plus, you'll have access into my Holiday Survival Guide support and accountability group where I am going to help you with the meal planning, prep, daily nutrition guide, accountability and support so that you start, finish and get the results that you are looking for! The All Access Challenge Pack literally is the total package. A 1-year subscription to Beachbody On Demand which is every single fitness program that your heart could desire, 30 days of Shakeology, the portion container system, shaker cup, discounted price and shipping! LMK what other questions you might have! NOTE: There are only 3 available and when they are gone the deal is done! Friday ONLY!!!  Shakeology Sale The second sale is Shakeology and Daily Sunshine! Because Shakeology NEVER EVER goes on sale, here is your opportunity to earn a $20 gift card for the purchase of Shakeology on Home Direct when you order from me as your coach! You can also apply this towards the purchase of Daily Sunshine (fantastic for kids!) on Home Direct as well. Both Lila and Ava LOVE drinking their "special shake" - it's one meal a day where I know their nutrition is totally solid! The fact that I don't have to beg them to eat is SUCH a BONUS!!! :) One thing to note - please don't let the "home direct" option scare you. You are NEVER locked into anything, and you can cancel or modify your order at anytime by clicking the contact us button in your teambeachbody.com account. I'm always here to help! The reason I go home direct as the preferred choice is because you save about $15 in shipping. It is totally worth the bang for your buck. There are only 3 available at this deal, so don't delay. NOTE: Shakeology has been a part of my family's life for the past 5 years and I can tell you that I was not a 'shake' person beforehand. Shakeology has not only helped us control our cravings for sweets, but its given us a daily dose of dense nutrition that we don't get from food. We eat very very clean but truthfully I know there are gaps in our vitamins. We don't need to go supplement crazy when we have Shakeology. It does boost our immune system and we notice our colds and sicknesses have gone way down! We have natural energy, we save ourselves money from eating out and we have 1 meal we don't have to think about every single day. It is $4 a serving and truthfully is worth every penny!! Trust me - your body and future self will thank you! PS- there is a 30 day money back guarantee. So if you are worried you won't like it. Try it for 30 days and you can return it if it doesn't work for you! DEAL!   Ok, and I promise this is the last thing I'm offering this weekend!! :)
But on Monday November 27th I am going to be hosting a CYBER MONDAY event on Facebook from 6-8:00pm EST. The event will take place in a closed Facebook Group. I will be going through each and every product listed above and explaining what the products are! You won't have to buy without knowing what the products can actually do for you! AND you'll also be able to earn discounts with your purchase. If you have been curious about any of these items and would like to take advantage of the offers. Please click the link below to join the group. Invite some friends and lets rock out an awesome Cyber Monday HONESTLY.FIT STYLE!!! Ok everyone!! We've waited for it all year and it's finally here! We're in the ZONE! We're in the window! This is the EXACT moment when everything can start sliding downhill and FAST when it comes to your health & fitness goals! It's amazing how QUICKLY your skinny jeans can become your "skin tight" jeans, and your energy & happiness levels begin to plummet! And that's just NO fun!  I used to think it was the stress. I would blame it on the extra pressures of the season. And then I got real with myself - it may have been some of these things, but really it came down to a nibble here, and a bite there, and before I knew it - YUP! - it was "tight pants Tuesday!"  But it wasn't about the jeans size I ended up with after Thanksgiving Day - it had NOTHING to do with the label number! It had EVERYTHING to do with how I FELT - the tight jeans were just what showed on the OUTSIDE. On the INSIDE was how my energy wasn't consistent and how it started happening so quickly. How I was craving more & more sugar to keep myself going. How I KNEW I was in the vicious sugar-cycle but I couldn't break it. If you can relate to any of this, I want you to know that it does NOT have to be this way this season. You can still have the treats. You can still have the festivities. And Thanksgiving Day can absolutely STILL & SHOULD be celebrated. But it doesn't mean that the holiday season has to leave you feeling worn out and tired. For me, deprivation never works. It makes me sad. It makes me feel left out. It makes me feel ultimately like this is something completely unsustainable. And that leaves me feeling out of control without a plan. So, what changed? When did I get to the point where I found balance? I'll be honest - it's still a daily work in progress. BUT, I know what trips me up and I know what to do BEFOREhand to make sure I stay on track with my goals. So, here are my "TOP 10 Tips for Not Gaining '10' Thanksgiving Day Pounds."  1. Workout in the morning. Yes, I really mean that :) Whatever that may be. A run? Great! An at-home workout? Awesome! A spin/yoga/pilates class? GET IT DONE! Make it non-negotiable! You will change your mindset immediately! You will feel supported! You'll get your sweat on, raise those endorphins, and start feeling awesome immediately! I promise!! 2. Eat breakfast in the morning. (Hopefully after that workout, see #1 :) ) Don't try to "save" those calories. Unless you're following an intermittent fasting program, don't try "banking" those calories. You'll start feeling run-down almost immediately - setting yourself up for high-calorie, sugar-laden indulgences! 2 scrambled eggs, 1/4 avocado, some Ezekiel toast & a cup of coffee - and call breakfast DONE! :) 3. Eat lunch around mid-day. Most Thanksgiving dinners aren't going to start until around 2pm. Eat lunch. Try a huge veggie salad with grilled chicken, nuts/seeds, quinoa, EVOO/vinegar.
5. Indulge. Yes, I said that :) - BUT, watch your portions. Load your plate first with turkey & fresh veggies. Then if you "have" to have that mac & cheese, take a small spoonful - and move along. Then save those "favs" to eat last. Enjoy them, and then be done with them. 6. BYOB! Going to a friend or family member's house? Bring your own Broccoli! Your own Brussels sprouts! Bring your own healthy meals and make enough for other people to share! 7. Know whatever you choose is totally ok. Listen, this is about YOU! If you know that you want to cut loose, eat what you want, take a day off, and just get back to things on Friday - then just do that! Seriously. Life is way too short to worry about 1 day. One meal won't make you overweight, just like 1 workout won't make you fit. 8. Workout on Friday morning. Not only will this help burn off any extra cals, you'll get back into your routine of fueling your body and doing something good for it. Raise those endorphins again. Feel awesome! Get your mind in a good place! This is not punishment! This is about CARING for and LOVING your body. 30 minutes of a good sweat and you're done :) 9. Realize Thanksgiving Day is just that - a DAY. Not 3 days. Not a week. If you indulge today, get back on track tomorrow. It's not a big deal. Get rid of the pies. Get rid of the white bread rolls. It's basically just sugar anyway, so don't feel badly about throwing it away. Keep the turkey. Keep the Brussels sprouts. Keep the (non-marshmallow) sweet potatoes. :) And just like that - you're back on track!! 10. Give yourself GRACE. There's no "right" or "wrong." And for real - If these tips stress you out, make you upset, or worry that you're doing things "wrong", just take a deep breath. The point is to feel awesome, happy, confident and energetic with lots of extra love to share with others. Normally by fueling your body with healthy, whole foods, you'll end up feeling that exact way! I'll be hosting a "Holiday Survival" fitness & nutrition support group starting on Monday, December 4th. We'll have each other to lean on, share some delicious recipes and get through the holidays feeling AWESOME! PM me for details or follow the link above to fill out my challenge group application. Remember, there's SO much to be grateful for. Every single day. We are so blessed. We are so fortunate. We have so many opportunities to create an amazing life. So focus on that, breathe deeply, and share your gratitude with the wonderful people you get to share the day with tomorrow!!! With lots of love!!!! M  Paleo Chicken Piccata w/Lemon & Capers Instant Pot recipe BONUS: Cauliflower mashed potatoes recipe11/12/2017  My Instant Pot is still one of the best kitchen tools I’ve ever purchased!!! When a friend positively RAVED about it at one mom's night out, I knew I HAD to get one! I actually ordered it on Amazon at the dinner table that night! And I have to confess, it is definitely life changing! For most recipes, I put everything into the pot, hit the button, walk away and come back to perfectly cooked meals! EVERY time! This is the one I use - there are different options though! Tonight’s dinner was Paleo chicken piccata w/cauliflower mashed “potatoes”. deeeeelicious! (Paleo minus the small sprinkle of high quality parmesan. I like the extra sharp flavor it provides :))  This recipe is awesome! Clean up is SO easy and I love cooking the chicken piccata recipe all within the Instant Pot!  Ingredients
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 Notes: You can also cook the cauliflower in the IP. I prefer the stove for cauliflower because it takes about the same amount of time as the IP since you still have to wait for the IP to come to pressure (10 min) and cook (1 min). Instant Pot Cauliflower "Mashed Potatoes" recipe:
Recipe adapted from food.com and cookiesandcups.com.
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