New Shakeology Formula

I just received the new Shakeology revised formula. I. LOVE. IT! It is so much better than the Superfood Formula, but it still has the same great Superfood ingredients. I cannot wait to drink another shake tomorrow. I am like a kid on Christmas!

What is Shakeology?

It's my favorite meal of the day. It is a supplement that contains protein, preobotics, super greens and super fruits, antioxidants, and digestive enzymes. It even comes in a Vegan formula. And the best part is it tastes amazing!

Want to know more? Ready to order? Message me on Facebook and I would be happy to help.
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Feel better about yourself in 2013

Stop being a mirror hater. That mirror did not do anything to you :) Are you tired of not liking the image looking back at you? Join me for a fitness and nutrition challenge starting January 7, 2013. We provide the right tools to get you the results you want. Ask me how.

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New Year New You 2013 Fitness/Nutrition Challenge Group

We are starting a new fun challenge group January 7th. Get into a group of other people doing exactly what you are - getting in shape and eating better. Clients recieve a meal plan with 8 options for meals and snacks each month. Message me today to learn more or get started!

Let's be facebook friends! facebook.com/jenniferwoodfitness

Beachbody Discount Fitness - P90x, TurboFire, 10 minute Trainer and MORE

Beachbody is spreading the holiday cheer with amazing deals on a few of their programs. Not sure which one is right for you? Contact me and I will help you decide what your best option is and I will also make sure you the best price. Already know what you want? Click here to order then message me, so I can offer some free coaching :)

Make Ahead Meal: Clean Egg White Omelette Muffin Recipe

Want a great make ahead easy breakfast meal? Trying to eat healthy and lose weight? Try out this simple egg white muffin recipe. You can basically make your own omelet with the ingredients you like or have on hand. Try adding spinach, tomatoes, or other omelette type fillings. 


Egg Omelette Muffins
Yields 12 muffins

3 whole eggs
2 cups Egg Whites (from the box - 1 pint)
chopped fresh broccoli crowns, optional
chopped red or green bell pepper
chopped onion
pinch salt and pepper
cooking spray

Spray muffin tin with olive oil or baking spray. Preheat oven to 375*. In a large bowl combine eggs, egg whites and salt and pepper.
Place broccoli, bell pepper, and onion into baking tins (a good amount). Pour eggs evenly into each muffin tin. Bake 20-30 minutes or until set. Store in refrigerator and heat in microwave when ready to eat.

Serve on toasted English muffin. Enjoy!

Beachbody Black Friday Deals on TurboFire, p90x, Body Gospel, 10 Minute Trainer and more

Beachbody is offering some great black friday deals on fitness programs. Check here to see the great prices!!! If you need help, contact me on facebook and I will help you pick the right one for you. I can also plug you into a challenge group for accountability and support during your fitness journey. I provide meal plans and daily support. I also share great tips, recipes and ideas to help you be healthier.

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I'm looking forward to working with you :)

Jen

Snack Time: Nacho's with Black Bean Salsa

Chips with Black Bean Salsa
 
(Yields approx 3-4 servings of salsa)
 
 
Blue or baked chips - 1oz per serving
1 tomato, diced
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 can black beans, drained (or 15 oz precooked blackbeans - i cook and freeze mine)
Lime Juice
1/2 avacado, largely diced
1/4 red or yellow onion, chopped
1 jalapeno, diced
salt
1 oz cheese, grated

Place chips on plate. Sprinkle with cheese. Microwave for about 30 seconds or until cheese melts. Spoon about 1/2 - 3/4 cups salsa on top of chips and ENJOY!

Vitamix Pumpkin Almond Butter Recipe

I am still working on the exact measurements, but I am almost positive this is right. I will be making another batch next week, so I will double check.

1 1/2 cups whole almonds
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
2 tsp maple syrup
5 dates

Place ingredients in Vitamix. Turn slowly to high and use the damper to push ingredients into the blade. Keep doing this until it gets creamy and almost all of the almonds are pureed. It's okay to have some almond chunks. I thought they were good.

Serve on an english muffin. MMMM MMMMM. Tasted like pumpkin pie!

I am assuming you could do the same thing without a Vitamix or commercial blender.
Try using 1/2 cup almond butter and 1/2 cup pumpkin puree and go from there. The almond butter may have sweetners depending on the brand you purchase. Instead of adding the dates, just add the maple syrup. Stir all ingredients togetether.

Received TurboFire - It's AWESOME!

Recently ordered TurboFire when it was marked down to $53, which BTW I have never seen. This was unheard of! I am in love with this workout set. It's huge! And the workouts are so fun. I find myself smiling and whooping and hollering during the workouts. When I finish the workouts, my abs are fired up and thats without doing any floor work. I get drenched in sweat and dont even realize I am working that hard. I really like it. The nutrition guide is fantastic. I have seen several recipes that I will be trying out. Have you done Turbofire? Are you a Turbo girl???? I think I am definitly a Turbo Girl! :) I am going to start a Les Mills Body Pump/ TurboFire Hybrid during the 90 day challenge.

I am starting a 30 day "get through the Holidays" challenge December 1st if you want to fight the Holiday weight gain. Dont wait until January 1st, lets do this now!

Cranberry Orange Vanilla Power Granola

Cranberry Orange Vanilla Granola

In a large bowl combine:
1/4 cup peanuts
1/4 cup almonds
1/3 cup walnuts
1/4 cup wheat germ
3 cups oats
1/3 cup flax seed, ground
2 tsp cinnamon
pinch salt

Combine in a small sauce pan:
1/3 cup orange juice (used country style)
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup blonde coconut palm sugar (or brown sugar)
2 tsp coconut oil (or cooking oil)
1 tsp vanilla

 zest from 1/2 orange (use more for stronger orange flavor)
1/3 cup dried cranberries

Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl; stir. Heat orange juice, honey, sugar and oil until sugar dissolves. Stir in vanilla. Pour wet ingredients onto dry ingredients and zest orange into granola. Stir. Spray a large cookie sheet with olive oil or cooking spray. Pour granola onto pan and spread out. Bake at 300* for 10 minutes; stir. Bake another 10-15 minutes. Scrape granola into a large clean bowl. Add cranberries.

Beachbody TurboFire Fitness Program Sale $53! DEAL OVER

DEAL HAS ENDED! Sorry Yall!
When I read about this deal, my jaw just dropped! I couldn't believe it!
Beachbody TurboFire Fitness Program Sale $53! Hurry!Get it while its HOT! You get everything in the photo! And if you complete the program and turn in a simple form, they will send you a free TurboFire Tanktop! What!!!!
There is a reason it's called TurboFire. It's intense, it's fun, it will get your heart pumping and your fat will disappear. This deal wont last long, so get it now. They are only selling a certain number at this price. Once it's gone, it's gone.



Contact me, Coach Jen, to get involved in our 90 Day Fitness Challenge Group. We provide a meal plan each month, and a support group to get plugged into for accountability and encouragement. The group is at no additional cost.

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Deployment Welcome Home Ceremony, Fort Stewart, Georgia

We almost did not make it, as we ran accross the street to make it accross before the buses pulled up. My heart started racing thinking Jason, my husband was about to walk by, but he didn't. So, we stood there and waited and then out of the tree line we saw them. The soldiers were marching onto the field. The speaker said a few things and then they dismissed them to their families. I stood there looking, but it took what felt like forever for me to finally see my husband. I kept thinking he was going to sneak up behind me and scare me, but he didn't. It was such an amazing feeling to see him again and just enjoy each second of being in his arms. We were together again. We were a family again. There is nothing like that feeling. Nothing. Looking back, I realize how much stronger the deployment made me, but I sure don't want to do it again.

Healthy Eggplant Pizza's

I made these yummy eggplant pizza's a few days ago. The recipe is located on Kaylyns Kitchen HERE. She has fantastic recipes. I have never been dissapointed. I was so happy with the recipe I wanted to share the link with my readers. If you try it, let me know what you think of it. My kids loved it.

I did make mine a little different. I used prechopped garlic instead of freshly chopped, just as a shortcut.

Free Beachbody Activit Vitamins pay only $4.95 shipping

 
Order Beachbody Activit Vitamins for FREE right now!!! Only pay 4.95 shipping and cancel at anytime.

Day 1 Les Mills Body Pump

So, I am totally pimping out my hubby for my blog. Gotta love a man working out right? Today was his first day doing Les Mills Body Pump and he loved it. He has been doing cross fit and this really gave him a good test of endurance and strength without having to flip over anything ridiculously heavy. I prob should have started him out on the intro workout. oops. lesson learned. He was a trooper and finished a 55 minute workout. Anyone who thinks they cant get a hard core weight workout at home using a video needs to try Les Mills. It is no joke. Serious results, great music and it wont break anything.




Beachbody RevAbs matches groupon price of $29!

Looks like this deal is SOLD OUT! Sorry yall :(

Beachbody has decided to offer the Groupon price of only $29 for this workout system. This is an incredible deal! What is RevAbs? Watch the video and read on to learn more. I have tried it before and it's a good workout. You get a cardio workout and a great ab workout. And if you purchase through my link, I get to be your coach. If you're interested I provide a structured accountability group on facebook with lots of other supportive people just like you who are working out, eating better and making fitness a priority. Contact me if you would like more information - usarmywife @ gmail dot com, or facebook.com/jenniferwoodfitness

Get the sexy six-pack abs you’ve always wanted with RevAbs®. This ab-focused workout is specifically designed to burn off the fat and give you rock-hard results in just 90 days. Trainer Brett Hoebel teaches you special techniques to work your entire core from six different angles, so you get better results, faster.
Exclusive offer! Brett’s 4x4 Workout, a 16-minute workout DVD, if you purchase RevAbs on Team Beachbody®. A $19.95 value—FREE! 




Here's what you get:

12 Workouts on 10 DVDs:


-Abcentrics. Abcentrics teaches you Brett’s proven technique for firing your abs to get maximum results. Master this, and you’re on your way to an awesome six-pack. (approx. 8 min.)

Capoeira. In Capoeira, you learn Brett's favorite moves from this unique Brazilian martial art. (approx. 15 min.)

-Fire Up Your Abs. Scorch calories with explosive cardio intervals and Brett's Six-Pack moves, his signature ab circuit that works your core from 6 different angles for 6 times the results. (approx. 40 min.)

Power Intervals. Rev up your metabolism with high-intensity cardio that includes intervals of lower-body resistance moves. You'll melt belly fat, sculpt lean legs, firm your glutes, and work your abs—all at the same time. (approx. 30 min.)

-Total Strength. Strength training is essential if you want great abs. Strong, lean muscles are your best friends in the fight against fat. (approx. 45 min.)


-Mercy Abs. Short but tough, this ab workout pushes you hard and leaves you begging for mercy. (approx. 15 min.)


-Rev It Up Cardio. Forget boring treadmills. This workout is spiced with capoeira and kickboxing moves to burn the fat off your abs and your entire body. (approx. 45 min.)


-Fat-Burning Abs. Feel the burn with new ab and cardio combinations that will have your heart pounding and your abs screaming. (approx. 40 min.)


-Power Intervals 2. Kick up the intensity with lower-body resistance moves and even more extreme cardio for increased belly-fat burning. (approx. 30 min.)


-Strength & Endurance. Rock-hard abs, meet rock-hard body. This total-body workout defines your abs and sculpts your entire body. (approx. 30 min.)


-Merciless Abs. Make your abs pop with this 15-minute ab shredder. Brett ups the intensity and shows your core no mercy. (approx. 15 min.)


-Full Throttle Abs. Go for all-out intensity in this fully charged ab workout that will blast the fat and make your midsection rock-solid. (approx. 40 min.)


-Full Throttle Intervals. Shift into high gear with hard-core intervals that will rev up your results. Go longer and harder. (approx. 45 min.)


You also get these tools:


-RevGuide. Get the most out of RevAbs and learn the personal weight loss philosophy that Brett teaches all of his training clients.


-RevAbs Day-by-Day Calendar. You’ll always know which RevAbs workout to do each day for maximum results. It also helps you keep track of your progress.


-Measuring Tape and Tracker. Watch the inches melt away and log your RevAbs results with our handy measuring tape and progress tracker.


Plus, get these 4 FREE bonus gifts to keep you motivated ($220.00 VALUE):


-14-Day Jump-Start Program. Kick off your weight loss and accelerate your results. You can lose 10 pounds and a whole size in the first 2 weeks.


-Eating for Abs Nutritional Guide. Get delicious, easy-to-prepare meals and recipes. Eat right and you’ll get flat, firm abs without starvation or deprivation.


-Anytime, Anywhere Abs I and II. On the road or can’t get to your TV? Take these RevAbs workouts anywhere and do them anytime.


-24-Hour Online Support. Get FREE access to live chats with Brett, diet and fitness advice, and incredible peer support.


Bonus workout available on Team Beachbody:


-4x4 Workout. Brett brings you another level of ab sculpting. All you need is 16 minutes, a 4'x4' space, and your own body weight to help you reveal tight, toned abs. Available only on Team Beachbody.

A $19.95 value—FREE!

90-Day Money-Back Guarantee

*Try this program with the RevAbs 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee. If you're not satisfied with your results within 90 days, simply call Customer Service to return the program for the full purchase price, less s&h—no questions asked.

But it NOW! This deal won't last forever!



Vitamix Pumpkin Coffee Latte with Coconut Milk and Stevia

All this talk of Pumpin cookies and coffee, so I decided to try to whip up a simple Pumpkin latte this morning. Success! It's pretty darn good for a quick whirl in the blender. If you have a commercial blender you can put hot liquids in it and then turn the speed up. If you have a regular blender, I dont reccomend this because hot liquids tend to explode all over your kitchen - i know this because i had it happen with tomato soup. Not. Fun. At. All. I still have to work on the measurements, but I wanted to post it now because it was so easy and yummy.

Pumpkin Latte

1 cup strong coffee, dark or expresso roast
1tbsp canned pumpkin
2-3 tbsp stevia, truvia or honey
1/4-1/2 cup coconut milk
cinnamon - a few shakes
nutmeg - little bit
ginger - jtiny bit

Place everything in the blender. Slowly turn speed to high and let it blend for a few minutes until its hot.

Insanity Max Interval Circuit Training, changing seasons and motivation

Team Beachbody Coach


I just completed the Max Interval Circuit Training workout from the Insanity program and I am so proud of myself. I wanted to quit during the workout, but i pushed through it. I feel so much better now. My adreniline is pumping and my muscles are fatigued so I know I got a great workout. If your interested in my current workout regimen, I am doing an Insanity/ Les Mills Body Pump Hybrid. I also do Box Mania (a boxing style cardio workout) at the gym once a week. So, I try to work out 5 days a week. Or at least thats what I do most weeks. I definitly see a difference in my body and my endurance from these workouts. They have really helped take it to another level, increasing strength, muscle tone and endurance.



On another note and sorry to be negative here, but I want to be real and honest. Today I really did not feel like working out. Since the change in weather I have been struggling to do my workouts, but I know its partially because my body doesnt adjust easily to the change of seasons. I am a summer girl. I love sunshine. I crave it. I need the seretonin. :) I also know that working out will help me to feel better because it releases those same feel good hormones. I'm also under a lot of stress right now since my husband is about to come home. I know that sounds crazy right? I am super happy he is coming home. I am so ready, but its still an emotional thing. To live away from someone and miss them like crazy and then all of a sudden its over. It's very surreal. I am freaking out about what I am going to wear to the Welcome Home Ceremony and thats pretty stupid because he could care less. My friend, Lindy, is going to come with me and be my photographer, so I want to look good for photos :)

This Deployment is Almost Over

It's been 9 months, well almost 9 months. That is just too long to be apart from your spouse. It really stinks to go through it, but part of me is glad because I am so much stronger because of it. He comes home in just a few days and I have been an emotional roller coaster over the last week and a half.

The day he gave me an actually day and time of when he was arriving, well that day was rough. I cried off an on ALL.DAY.LONG. and of coarse I am so analytical, so I had to analyze the situation and I wanted to know what was wrong with me. Why was I crying. I was supposed to be happy not crying. But the more I tried to figure it out the more i cried. Weird. Part of me thinks that maybe all the pain I had been holding in from him being gone just came out in this rush of emotions and it was so overwhelming. Maybe it's fear of not knowing how things will be when he gets here. Fear of having to readjust. I know it was pure relief that I am almost done with the 9 months. That we survived it. That I was strong enough and I endured it. I overcame it without turning to alcohol or bad influences. I put my faith in the one true thing that helped me stand through the pain. I put my trust in God. In my Heavenly Father and I KNOW without Him, there is no way I would have made it. There were times when he carried me, then he put me down because he knew I was okay.

This time has given me a stronger faith because when I found out my husband was deploying God told me He had a plan and that my husband would be okay, that He would bring him back to me and I had an overwhelming sense of peace. I still had pain and sadness because he was leaving, but I knew in my heart that God was in control and I had to just accept it. I prayed for his safety constantly and put my trust in God's promise. I am so thankful for his protection and his peace.

If you are going through a deployment right now and your emotions are a mess, you are not alone. You are completely normal. Deal with the emotions and get on your knees before a Mighty God who loves you and wants to comfort you. He will make it okay. He did for me.

Beachbody Become a Free Coach for Military and Get a Discount

Military Coaches

Are you or your spouse active military or wounded in action?

If you answered YES, first off, thank you for your services, second off, BeachBody wants to thank the men and women in our military by offering them the fantastic opportunity of being a BeachBody coach for FREE!! I am a military wife and also a FREE Beachbody coach!

Beachbody will also pay your $16 monthly office fees AND their is no minimum purchase requirement or quotas, you can either be a discount coach, sell to your friends and family or make it a serious business and make 25% plus other bonus commissions and free leads when you find two coaches yourself. AWESOME!


What does that mean for you?

You will get 25% off any Beachbody product that you want! Any program, you name it, P90X, Insanity, Insanity the Asylum, TurboFire, Les Mills PUMP and so much more. Same goes for the supplement like, Shakeology, Results and Recovery formula, Energy and Endurance formula, etc! AND the same for all the gear, the pull up bar, bands, balls, you name it!

Secondly, for anyone that has always wanted to own their own business. This is your CHANCE! You get the rewarding feeling of helping others along in their journey by helping them choose the right program that is for them. Make this your full-time or part-time job. Either way, you get this amazing opportunity FREE.

How do I become a Free BeachBody coach?

To take advantage of the 25% discount as a FREE Beachbody Coach and to sign up for free as an active duty military member or spouse of an active duty military member, then you’ll need to follow the following simple steps

1) Contact me and I will fill in the sponsor coach section and email you the form seen HERE

2) At the top of page 1, indicate the branch of service and your title. Also on page 1, fill out the Applicant Info section, and sign and date the bottom.

3)  Email the completed document to Team Beachbody Coach Relations at coachrelations@teambeachbody.com and include a copy of your orders stating that you’re on active duty. This is the easiest way to do it. You can edit the PDF application for free at http://www.pdfescape.com/.

There is also a fax option! If you choose this option be sure to use this fax cover sheet!

Team Beachbody Coach Relations
Email: coachrelations@teambeachbody.com
Secure Fax: (213) 201-7225

If you have any questions, or problems PLEASE
email me at usarmywife@gmail dot com

RevAbs Matches Groupon Price - Half OFF! Only $29!

Beachbody has decided to offer the Groupon price of only $29 for this workout system. This is an incredible deal! What is RevAbs? Watch the video and read on to learn more. I have tried it before and it's a good workout. You get a cardio workout and a great ab workout. And if you purchase through my link, I get to be your coach. If you're interested I provide a structured accountability group on facebook with lots of other supportive people just like you who are working out, eating better and making fitness a priority. Contact me if you would like more information - usarmywife @ gmail dot com, or facebook.com/jenniferwoodfitness

Get the sexy six-pack abs you’ve always wanted with RevAbs®. This ab-focused workout is specifically designed to burn off the fat and give you rock-hard results in just 90 days. Trainer Brett Hoebel teaches you special techniques to work your entire core from six different angles, so you get better results, faster.
Exclusive offer! Brett’s 4x4 Workout, a 16-minute workout DVD, if you purchase RevAbs on Team Beachbody®. A $19.95 value—FREE! 




Here's what you get:

12 Workouts on 10 DVDs:


-Abcentrics. Abcentrics teaches you Brett’s proven technique for firing your abs to get maximum results. Master this, and you’re on your way to an awesome six-pack. (approx. 8 min.)

Capoeira. In Capoeira, you learn Brett's favorite moves from this unique Brazilian martial art. (approx. 15 min.)

-Fire Up Your Abs. Scorch calories with explosive cardio intervals and Brett's Six-Pack moves, his signature ab circuit that works your core from 6 different angles for 6 times the results. (approx. 40 min.)

Power Intervals. Rev up your metabolism with high-intensity cardio that includes intervals of lower-body resistance moves. You'll melt belly fat, sculpt lean legs, firm your glutes, and work your abs—all at the same time. (approx. 30 min.)

-Total Strength. Strength training is essential if you want great abs. Strong, lean muscles are your best friends in the fight against fat. (approx. 45 min.)


-Mercy Abs. Short but tough, this ab workout pushes you hard and leaves you begging for mercy. (approx. 15 min.)


-Rev It Up Cardio. Forget boring treadmills. This workout is spiced with capoeira and kickboxing moves to burn the fat off your abs and your entire body. (approx. 45 min.)


-Fat-Burning Abs. Feel the burn with new ab and cardio combinations that will have your heart pounding and your abs screaming. (approx. 40 min.)


-Power Intervals 2. Kick up the intensity with lower-body resistance moves and even more extreme cardio for increased belly-fat burning. (approx. 30 min.)


-Strength & Endurance. Rock-hard abs, meet rock-hard body. This total-body workout defines your abs and sculpts your entire body. (approx. 30 min.)


-Merciless Abs. Make your abs pop with this 15-minute ab shredder. Brett ups the intensity and shows your core no mercy. (approx. 15 min.)


-Full Throttle Abs. Go for all-out intensity in this fully charged ab workout that will blast the fat and make your midsection rock-solid. (approx. 40 min.)


-Full Throttle Intervals. Shift into high gear with hard-core intervals that will rev up your results. Go longer and harder. (approx. 45 min.)


You also get these tools:


-RevGuide. Get the most out of RevAbs and learn the personal weight loss philosophy that Brett teaches all of his training clients.


-RevAbs Day-by-Day Calendar. You’ll always know which RevAbs workout to do each day for maximum results. It also helps you keep track of your progress.


-Measuring Tape and Tracker. Watch the inches melt away and log your RevAbs results with our handy measuring tape and progress tracker.


Plus, get these 4 FREE bonus gifts to keep you motivated ($220.00 VALUE):


-14-Day Jump-Start Program. Kick off your weight loss and accelerate your results. You can lose 10 pounds and a whole size in the first 2 weeks.


-Eating for Abs Nutritional Guide. Get delicious, easy-to-prepare meals and recipes. Eat right and you’ll get flat, firm abs without starvation or deprivation.


-Anytime, Anywhere Abs I and II. On the road or can’t get to your TV? Take these RevAbs workouts anywhere and do them anytime.


-24-Hour Online Support. Get FREE access to live chats with Brett, diet and fitness advice, and incredible peer support.


Bonus workout available on Team Beachbody:


-4x4 Workout. Brett brings you another level of ab sculpting. All you need is 16 minutes, a 4'x4' space, and your own body weight to help you reveal tight, toned abs. Available only on Team Beachbody.

A $19.95 value—FREE!

90-Day Money-Back Guarantee

*Try this program with the RevAbs 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee. If you're not satisfied with your results within 90 days, simply call Customer Service to return the program for the full purchase price, less s&h—no questions asked.

But it NOW! This deal won't last forever!



Insanity Asylum Volume 2 Available NOW!


If you want to look like an athelete, TRAIN like one!
 
Insanity The Asylum Volume 2 was just released today, October 11th, 2012! For all my Shawn T lovers out there, this is going to take your fitness to a whole nother level! lol! This workout set is a continuation to The Asylum Volume 1, but could be done by someone who is in extremely good shape and wants to turn up the heat. Hense the name Asylum, because you have to be crazy to do this workout.
 
Ready to take the Asylum Challenge? Order the program through the banner above, or message me and I can tell you how to maximize your savings. Not ready for the Asylum? I don't blame you :) Contact me and we will help you figure out which workout is right for you.

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or usarmywife at gmail dot com

Why Should I Become A Beachbody Coach

Beachbody has been a huge blessing to me and my family. It is changing our future as we change lives. If you want to grow, get in the best shape of your life and help others do the same, send me a message and let's get you more information or get you started. Contact me on Facebook or email at usarmywife@gmail.com.  

There are so many benefits to being a Beachbody Coach. Here are just a few of them

  • 25% Discount on all your purchases
  • 25% COMMISION on all your sales (plus other ways to make money)
  • Being a Coach helps YOU stay accountable because others are depending on YOU to set the example
  •  All those late night infomercials for p90x and other programs - well each customer is assigned a random coach, this MEANS FREE LEADS for you. When the customer makes another purchase, YOU get a 25% commission.
  • the fitness industry is recession friendly. The Department of Labor reported "the fitness industry is still growing...and is expected to grow 26% through 2016". This mean's you are making a good investment.
  • You work with a team of like minded people who want YOU to succeed and are here to help lift you up, support you and encourage you. I love my team. They are my second family.
Ready to take the step towards being a Beachbody Coach? Sign up here.

Operation Little Black Dress Starts October 22, 2012

Our team is starting a new challenge on October 22cd! Contact me for more information or to save your spot. If you are tired of trying diets and programs that are not working, this Challenge is perfect for you. If you do the work, you will see results. These fitness programs have a lot of science behind them and Shakeology really fills in the nutritional gaps in our bodies, allowing us to function the way we were designed. Don't wait until you have gained another 10 lbs this holiday season, fight it off with a fun challenge and BE THE ONE who everyone is drooling over because you did what they wouldn't.


P90x2 Meatloaf Recipe - Jen's Version - Individual Meatloaves

I found the original recipe on youtube and modified it a little. If your meat mixture is too wet, add more oatmeal. I had to add more oatmeal and it was delicious! My kids loved it and I could not believe this was made with turkey. It is a KEEPER!




P90x2 Meatloaf - Jen's Version

2 lbs lean ground turkey
1/3 cup egg whites (just whites)
1 cup quick cooking oats oatmeal (I also added 1/2 cup regular oatmeal)
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1/2 onion, diced
4 cloves of garlic, grated or minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 small cans tomato sauce, or 12 oz total
4 tbsp worchetshire sauce
4 tbsp ketchup

Preheat oven for 350*. Combine all ingredients with your hands. Add more oatmeal if mixture is too wet. Should be able to form into a loaf, but it will still be a little sticky. Place loaves onto a cookie sheet. Bake for approx 30 minutes.

Next time I make these, I may wait and add the ketchup during the last 10 minutes to the tops of the meat loaf.

Pre Order Les Mills Body Combat for ONLY 59.95!

It's finally here!!! The just released Body Combat for pre order today for only 59.95! That is an awesome price! This workout is going to be the new hot thing! Get yours early before they sell out and then you have to wait. No one likes waiting :) What is Body Combat? Only the coolest workout ever! Check out this video. I can't wait to try this one out!



Receive FREE SHIPPING when you preorder by 12/3/2012

Exclusive FREE gift! Get the LES MILLS COMBAT 30: LIVE workout FREE when you purchase through your Team Beachbody® Coach or TeamBeachbody.com. A $19.95 value.








Big Nasty Mud Run Savannah Georgia, September 2012

I did it! I accomplished one of my goals. And I hate to toot my own horn, but toot toot! We scored 2cd place in the womens team division. Our time was 108.57 to complete a little over 4 miles with mud obstacles every half mile or so. It was the most amazing experience. It was hard, and I had some amazing friends who truely pushed me to go hard.

We killed it! I am so looking forward to doing the next one. During the run, a bee or hornet or some yellow bee looking thing latched onto my knee. It about gave me a heart attack. I screamed, "AHHHHH somethings biting me!!!," and all I could think is that some deadly spider has just bitten me and I am going to die in the woods covered in mud...HA! Lukily, it was just a bee or hornet, but that sucker did not want to stop stinging me. It was hanging on for dear life, which freaked me out even more cause I was like, "get it off me!" And apparently there was a swarm by me, so my friend Samantha, is yelling at me to come this way and get away from the bees. It was crazy! Then when we got to this tire carrying obstacle, I, being such a smartie, pick up a huge tire. I could not figure out why everyone else was smoking me on this course, but by the time i figured it out, it was too late. I had to push through it. I bet that thing weighed 50 lbs! Lord, thank you for being with me cause I did not think I could make it after that.


So, I overcame that one and we pushed ahead. We were all able to climb the vertical wall with the rope, which was amazing! I felt so strong after that one. It was like I was in a movie! The last mud pit before the finish line was awful. I felt like my legs were in concrete. I could feel my quads struggling to push through and pull my legs up out of this mess, but it was so difficult. I crawled, I fell. I dug my way to the end. Then my friend Melissa who was struggling, but she was not giving up, she decided to sit down (almost collapse and seemed very out of it) right before we got to the official finish line. They still counted our time, but we had to get her up to keep her heartrate from dropping to fast. It was so amazing. I wish we would have had a photo of us on each side of her, supporting her and carrying her to the finish line. Overall, it was one of the most memorable moments of my life. If you are considering a Mud Run, do it! It was incredible. I suggest you do some Insanity and run to get ready for it. I know Insanity helped me tremendously because my speed and agility in the mud and on the obstacles was definitly due to the Insanity workouts. The strength training from Les Mills Body Pump really gave me the muscle strength I needed to power through the mud and pull myself up on the obstacles. Have you done a mud run? What was your experience?

Progress Pictures - Shakeology,Les Mills, Insanity

The results over this last year have been amazing. I am starting my second month of Insanity and my first month of Les Mills. I also do a boxing class at the gym once a week. I also started drinking Shakeology the begining of May and that is when I really started noticing BIG RESULTS. These products kick major butt. I love Beachbody because they know how to BRING IT! So, here's my progress pics. What do you think?

 
The best part of all of this, is just feeling so much more confident. I stand up taller. I am proud of where I am at. Not that I looked awful before, but I just did not feel comfortable in my own skin, in a bathing suit, i just didn't. Now I do. I feel amazing. I have never felt like this before. I know I did the work, but the products from Beachbody, Shakeology, Les Mills, Insanity, the accountability and support, that's what helped me to get these results.

Food Prep Friday -Lentil Rice Chicken Bowl - My Go-to Make Ahead Healthy Meal

FOOD PREP FRIDAY with a RECIPE!

Take a few hours this weekend to prep your snacks and some of your meals to use throughout your work week. Those hours will save you a lot of time and you will be more successful throughout the week. I always keep snack bags or containers of cut up carrots, celery, peppers, oranges, strawberries, along with hummus, almonds, walnuts, grapes in snack bags, Greek yogurt, etc in the fridge. I don't always have all of them, but those are my typical go-to fridge snack items. For the freezer I keep on hand, peeled and frozen banana halves, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and I sometimes freeze pineapple juice to throw in my shakes.

This is my favorite make ahead healthy meal This makes dinner time on the go, so much easier for me. I am often lacking time at night, or going somewhere that will not have healthy options for me. I like to make these in advance to keep me on track when I do not have time, or need a quick meal. Eat them with a side salad to complete the meal.

Here is how I make several Chicken Rice Lentil Bowls and freeze them to use throughout the week. You do not have to freeze. This recipe is from one of the 10 Day Challenge Meal Plan's. What's a 10 day challenge? Contact me jenniferwoodfitness@gmail.com and I will fill you in!

*marinate about 2 lbs of chicken and grill until inside reaches at least 170*. Once grilled, chop into bite size portions, set aside

*Prepare 1 cup of dried brown rice or wild rice blend (1 cup dried equals 3 cups cooked). Cook according to the bag directions (sometimes I do half brown and half black - you have to cook them seperately)
*Chop a red or yellow onion. Spray pan with olive oil, Saute until golden. Set aside to cool.

*Prepare a little less than 1 cup dried lentils (yields 2 cups lentils when cooked) cook according to the bag directions
* In a small bowl combine 2 Tbsp olive oil, 4 Tbsp lemon juice, ¼ tsp house seasoning (or a pinch of garlic powder, salt and pepper).

*Get containers lined up and ready.
*Top with 1/3 cup of lentils, 1 tbsp of onions and 3-4 oz of chicken.
*Drizzle each container with 1 tbsp of the olive oil/lemon juice mixture.
*Close lids, label and freeze. To eat, remove from freezer, pop out of container into a bowl, microwave on high 2-3 minutes or until hot. Enjoy!

**You can also put the meals in quart sized freezer bags.

Why I drink Shakeology

As I was slurping down my Vegan Tropical Strawberry glass of deliciousness, I was thinking "I should post something on why I drink this everyday." This little powerhouse of nutrients has honestly changed my life. I know that sounds silly and you are probably thinking, "whatever," but it has. It really helped me to refocus my eating habits and to make better choices overall. But...the once-a-day meal replacement has taken my body to a level it's never been at. I have tried in the past to cut calories, not eat, eat every few hours, etc etc...nothing has ever taken me to this size before. I have never been this small and healthy in my life! I am a size 2/4 depending on the brand. I think I was a 2/4 in 6th grade, so this is huge for me. And, I have muscles. This girls got some guns...lol...not really, just mini guns


As for how I feel when I drink it, it has alleviated my digestion issues, I can eat eggs now without doubling over in pain. I am able to eat lots of different foods without pain. The pain in my back from tension is so much better and I no longer wake up so sore like I used to. Increased muscle tone, increased cardio endurance and strength. I feel more peppy, just better...like I am happier and things are working right. I can think more clearly, have the energy to get things done and I am satisfied knowing I am not putting harmful ingredients into my body to give me that energy like stimulants or caffeine (don't get me wrong, this girl loves a good cup of joe and tea).



I went about 5 days without Shakeology this summer and WOW what a difference it made. I just felt crummy. My back tension got really bad and it felt like it needed to be popped. It was awful. That's when I knew how awesome this product really was and have not missed a day since. It is that incredible. It makes a difference. It fuels me each day. I love my Shakeology.




The best part about this awesome glass full of goodness....you can try it for 30 days with the Bottom of the Bag Guarantee. How cool is that? Trust me, just get a bag, try it for 30 days. If you don't love the way you feel and look, send it back, no questions asked.
What are you waiting for? Try it now!

Differece Between P90x and P90x2

Want to know what the difference between P90x and P90x2 is? Watch this video and see for yourself. They are both fantastic results getting workouts that will challenge you and get you in the best shape of your life. Bring it!

Fresh N' Fruity Vegan Tropical Strawberry Shakeology Recipe

Fresh N' Fruity Shake

This reminds me of a fruity slushy or icee. Mmmmm. It's light and refreshing.

1 Scoop Tropical Strawberry
1/2 cup frozen banana
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1 cup water
Ice
2-3 frozen strawberries

Place ingredients into blender and blend well. Enjoy!!!

PreOrder Les Mills Body Combat October 1st, 2012

Have you seen the teaser video on this workout???? Holy Cow! It looks amazing!!! Check out the video on it. Beachbody is offering free shipping when you preorder Body Combat, a new unlike any other workout on the market, fitness program. They will not charge you until it ships!



Christmas time is coming and this would make a fantastic Christmas present for someone who loves doing kickboxing/marshall arts style kick butt workouts. Sign up for a free Beachbody memebership, and or, message me at usarmywife@gmail.com if you would like email updates on the release of this product.


Saturday Night Dinner - Skinny Chicken Pesto Bake with Green Beans and New Potatoes

What's for dinner? Chicken Pesto Bake with Green Beans and New Potatoes...YUM!



The Skinny Chicken Pesto Bake was found on Skinny Taste. I love the recipes on this site, they never dissapoint me. I did cut my chicken into 3 - 4 oz servings before I baked them, just so it would be easier to serve smaller portions. My kids dont need 8 ounces of meat, and neither do I  :)

The Green Beans With New Potatoes is one of our family favorite recipes. I do not make it all the time, because it takes a little bit of work to snap the green beans and cook the recipe, but it's a crowd pleaser.  I decreased the bacon grease to 1 tsp and the butter to 1 tbsp. It turned out just as good.

Happy Eating!

Jen

Dietitian Review and Explanation of Shakeology Benefits



This is a review and explanation from a Dietitian residing outside of the United States.
It is a great breakdown of the " 'healthiest meal of the day', Shakeology. Yet another reason why this product is so great! This is what he had to say. Mind you, he’s a doctor that lives outside of the United States, so he’s NEVER heard of Shakeology.

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Viral Diseases ——————– Vitamin D+ phosphorus.+ Zinc+ Copper. + Magnesium
Influenza, Fever, Cold———- Vitamin D+ phosphorus + Magnesium
Weakness of bones ————- Vitamin D+ phosphorus + Magnesium
Typhoid, Weakness of bones — Vitamin C + Vitamin D
Frequently urination————- Vitamin D + Vitamin C + Phosphorus + Folic acid
Short Sightedness ————— Vitamin D + Vitamin C + Phosphorus + Folic acid
Schizophrenia ——————— Vitamin D + Vitamin C + Phosphorus + Folic acid
Constipation ———————- Vitamin C + Calcium
Digestive system —————– Vitamin D+ Phosphorus + Zinc+ Copper + Magnesium
Neuralgic pain ——————– Vitamin C + Vitamin B + Copper
Pains of bones ——————- Vitamin D + Phosphorus + Zinc
Hormones (glands) ————– Vitamin E + Magnesium.
Muscles ————————— Phosphorus + Magnesium + Vitamin B6 + Vitamin B12
Blood circulation —————– Vitamin C +iron + Calcium

Shakeology has excellent prevention to viral diseases, influenza, fever, cold, typhoid, weakness of bones and have benefits for frequently urination, shortsightedness, schizophrenia, constipation, digestive system, neuralgic pain, blood circulation and pains of bones. Shakeology provides a lot of energy and boost-up the nervous system, muscular system, and bones and also maintain the hormones. It’s price is very affordable as you cannot get many nutritional ingredients in this price.

Vitamin A ————– vision, motor nerves, brain
Vitamin C ————- vision, motor nerves, brain, teeth
Vitamin D ————- sensory nerves, brain, bones pains, joints
Vitamin E ———— hormones, sex, brain, acidity
Vitamin K1 ———— skin, mucus membranes, injuries, glands
Vitamin B1 ———— motor nerves, liver
Vitamin B2 ———— motor nerves, kidney
Vitamin B3 ———— motor nerves, bones
Vitamin B6 ———— motor nerves, brain
Folic acid ———— motor nerves, muscles, heart
Vitamin B12 ———– motor nerves, bladder, cartilage
Biotin ———— muscles, liver
Pantothenic acid —————glands, spleen
Calcium ———— bones, teeth, , bladder, blood, brain
Iron ———– oxygen, motor nerves, blood circulation, bone morrow
Phosphorous —————-liver, brain, sex, lungs
Iodine ———– thyroid gland, metabolism, glands
Magnesium ———–glands, muscles, acidity, brain
Zinc ———–sex glands, bones
Copper ———– skin, sex nerves
Manganese ————- muscles, heart
Chromium ———— blood vessels
Molybdenum ———— glands, blood vessels, pancreas
Cinnamon powder ———– vision, motor nerves, sex, heart, kidney
Gingko powder (leaf) ———- brain, bones, sensory nerves, sex, bladder
Maca powder ————— brain, bones, sensory nerves
Sacha inchi —————heart, liver, motor nerves
Yacon ————- heart, liver, muscles
Flax ———– heart, bones
Chia ———— kidney, muscles
Chlorella ———– glands, kidney
Astragalus powder (root) ———— glands,, nails, stomach
Blue green algae ———— bones, teeth
Spinach powder ———– glands
Ashwagandha powder (root) ———– sensory nerves, liver, sex
Barley grass ———— motor nerves, heart, sex
Kamut grass ————- glands
Oat grass ————- bones, vision
Wheat grass ———– muscles, brain, sex, swelling
Stevia ———– brain, bones, sensory nerves, sex, bladder
Amaranth ———– motor nerves, intestines
Grape seed ———– skin, hair, motor nerves, heart, nails
Green tea ———— stimulator
Holy basil ———— muscles, stomach, intestines

Shakeology has a great amount of nutrition that can definitely help prevent and improve your health on many different levels. Unfortunately, because I do not live in the United States, I do not have access to this shake as I would recommend this to my patients who are under strict diets. Although the shake may seem like a hefty monthly investment, you are definitely getting a bang for your buck. The majority of people that work a regular 9 – 5 job end up going out for lunch 20 times a month and spending an average of $8 per meal. People are not careful with what they are consuming and because your body is not receiving the appropriate nutrients, it will ask you for more, and some people will continue to eat the wrong foods. This shake is only $129.95 for 30 days which averages to $4 per meal and it will fill you up because of all the nutrients in this shake.

Lucky for us in the US, we are able to get this amazing product. I know it is now in the process of possibly going world wide! That means even more growth in this company. If you want to know more about how you can earn money, feel better, look better and help others, email me at jenniferwoodfitness@gmail.com or add me on Facebook and message me. 

White Chocolate Strawberry Shakeology Recipe

White Chocolate Strawberry Shakeology- One of my ALL TIME Fav's

1 scoop tropical strawberry shakeology
1 cup almond/coconut milk
1/2 banana
1 Tbsp white chocolate peanut butter
ice

Blend well and enjoy!

Crock-Pot Black Beans

Crock-Pot Black Beans

1 lb black beans
Water
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder,
1 tsp dried onion flakes
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt (after cooked)

To make black beans: rinse and sort beans. Place beans in slow cooker covered with water overnight; drain. Re-Cover with water about 2 inches above the bean line; Add  1/8 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp dried onion flakes, 1 tsp cumin, and1 tsp chili powder. Cook on low 6-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours. Once cooked add salt.

This is great in Black Bean Soup, Tortilla Soup, Black Bean Mango Tostada's and more!

To FREEZE: Place approximately 15oz of beans and liquid in freezer containers or freezer bags to use later on.

*15 oz = standard can of beans

October 10 Day Shakeology Challenge With a MEAL PLAN!

Are you tired of working out and not getting results? Nutrition is 80% of the battle. Join our 10 day challenge and learn HOW to fuel your body to maximize your metabolism. We take the guess work out of the equation, and provide a meal plan, 10 days of Shakeology and one on one support with me to help guide you and encourage you towards your goals.

The next challenge begins on October 1st and I would love to be a part of your fitness journey. The last challenge a woman in our group lost 12 pounds and 12 inches and the BEST part is she learned SO much and is going to keep going and making those changes, so she can LIVE her life and not just exist. SO she can run and play with her kids instead of worrying about having a heart attack.

Send me a message at usarmywife@gmail.com, or add me on facebook for more information. I would love to speak with you and see if this is the right fit for you.









Oven Baked Spinach Eggs - SO EASY!

Oven Baked Spinach Eggs




This has quickly become one of my all time favorite breakfast recipes because it is so simple, tastes great and I can do it ahead of time and not in the morning, because honestly, I hate cooking in the morning. I got the recipe off pinterest and have modified it very little.
*metal pans can be hard to clean, next time I am going to try using a silicone pan to see if that is easier to clean and pop them out. If you try this let me know.


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Oven Baked Spinach Eggs


Ingredients:

Eggs
Baby Spinach, rinsed and dried well
Paula Deans House Seasoning

Preheat oven to 350*

Spray muffin tin with olive oil or drizzle with oil and then spread around with your fingers. Place a little bit of spinach in each one, i prefer more, so I cram it in there.

Crack one egg on top of each muffin tin. Use your finger to gently move the spinach to ensure the egg goes down and around the spinach (not that important, but just precautionary). Sprinkle each with a pinch of house seasoning. Bake for 10 - 15 minutes. I cooked mine for 12 minutes so they would not be overcooked when I microwaved them.

Allow to cool. Use a butter knife to scrape the edges and carefully remove eggs. Place eggs in a storage container and store in refrigerator for a week.

 To eat, toast an english muffin. Place 2 eggs on a plate, microwave for 30 seconds. Top with a slice of swiss and microwave for 15 seconds. Place egg onto toasted english muffins and enjoy!



Peanut Butter Chocolate Homeade Lara Bar (Vitamix update)

I love making Homeade Lara Bars to grab when I am in a pinch. They are so good and I know what goes into them. They are really easy to make. Make these in the food processor. See below for Vitamix Recipe.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Homeade Lara Bars

Yields 4 - 2 oz bars

1 Cup Dates + a few extra
1/2 Cup Almonds
1/2 Cup Peanuts
1 tsp vanilla
1 Tbsp water
1 Tbsp cocoa powder

Food Processor directions: Process Dates, Almonds and peanut until it it really comes together and you can smush it into a ball and it will somewhat stick. Add vanilla and cocoa powder. If it is too dry, add the water. Process again. If it will stick together, continue. If not, add a tsp of water at a time and process. Dump into bowl and remove 2 oz, place in plastic snack bag. Use the bag to shape it into a bar. Store in refrigerator, or at room temp for about a week.

Vitamix directions: Turn on and increase power to 5. Drop in dates and process. Do the same and drop in almonds and peanuts. Add vanilla and cocoa powder. Use damper to push ingredients into the blade. You may have to get a spatchla and move it away from the sides. Dump into bowl and remove 2 oz, place in plastic snack bag. Use the bag to shape it into a bar. *Do not need to add water to this one.

*Warning: it is very hard to get the mixture out of the vitamix. I can usually get most of it and then i put water in the vitamix and blend and drink the milk/almond water. I hate wasting food - im weird like that.

 *I have even froze these and they thawed and tasted great!