Last Chance! New Years challenge starts Jan 8th. I had finally made a decision to join a challenge group and make change happen in my life. That choice allowed me to truly find myself and find happiness.😁Are you ready? Is now your time? Send me an email ASAP to Lynng258@gmail.com
SAVING PENNIES everywhere :) You may think we are crazy, but we are super excited and TOTAL NERDS! This past Sunday Amanda and I FINALLY did something we have been wanting to start FOREVER! We buy a lot of items in large amounts such as flax seeds, almonds, chia seeds, quinoa, farro, lentils, black beans, chick peas...you name it! We are even getting into the habit of buying the beans you have to soak instead of the ones in the can. The gooey mess that comes on those canned beans just gives me the creeps sometimes!
So...we went around to a few stores and compared prices. It even blew my mind that some items at whole foods were cheaper in the bulk, and some were cheaper in the bag. It was a lot of fun and of course we were totally geeking out when we found a cheaper price. Highly recommend people try this out :) We will be updating this sheet as we continue to compare and save!!
Thanksgiving was magical. Mom's Pie game was ON POINT!! I mean she kept doubting her self that "the creme on the banana creme pie always goes down" or "the crust falls apart on the pumpkin pie" (which my mom's crust is THE BEST!) but I kept saying, think positive and positive things will happen.
CLEARLY THAT HAPPENED! DAMN the pies were good.
But anyways...back to the point. I ate a lot and I enjoyed it but recognized I needed the 3 day refresh to set myself back on track. It is 3 days of shakeology, fruits, veggies, vanilla shakes which leads to some awesome results. Not just the weight loss but now I don't crave the sweets like I was. I don't want to shovel bread into my mouth or other carbs like I was. My mind is clear, the bloating is gone, my nutrition is back on track, and yeah the weight loss happens.
So...3 days and I am down 5.2 pounds!! Yeahhhh it is so nice to be back in the game! But don't worry mom...I am ready for some more pie next year!! :)
Interested in the 3 day refresh? It is on sale till Dec 5th so grab it HERE
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Ever since I did the workout program, COMBAT, I have been waiting for another BAD ASS program like it. HERE IT IS!! Core De Force is the new program being released on Halloween this year (aka Oct 31) and I am super excited for it! I was so excited to have met one of the two trainers, Joel Freeman, in the airport coming home from Beachbody's coach summit this past year. Needless to say, after the sneak peek workout I did and then meeting him, I was hooked. Joel and Jericho McMatthews are two badasses that truly know how to motivate you throughout the workouts. It is an MMA style workout that works the entire body, with the bonus of focusing on the core!
SO WHAT DOES THIS PROGRAM ENTAIL??
30 Day Program
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) inspired program, focused on the core
No equipment
No need to be an MMA master, they teach you the moves as you go!
Workouts are broken down to 3 minute rounds, like a real boxing match.
Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay-Thai moved are all incorporated
NOT choreographed (something I did not like about the old combat workout)
For ALL fitness levels!
After 30 minutes I was DRENCHED in sweat!
WHO WOULD WANT TO DO THIS PROGRAM?
Seriously, this workout is for everyone!! I love this type of stuff and particularly like that it does not go to a beat. People like my fiance who the punching and kicking does not come as natural, she still KICKED ass in this workout as the trainers really do a great job teaching you along the way. We both felt very comfortable through the 30 minutes and clearly got a damn good sweat going.
There is also an option to follow the modifier so you can take down the intensity level but still get as good of a workout. So important to have this so again, all fitness levels can do this! And no equipment...SO AWESOME!!
THE WORKOUTS
30 day program
30-45 minute workouts
6 days of workouts, 1 day stretching (total of 8 workout routines)
WHEN CAN YOU BUY IT?
The Core De Force challenge pack will officially go on sale October 31st, 2016 for customers of Beachbody coaches only. Challenge packs include a month of shakeology PLUS the program...TONS of savings! If you do not currently have a coach that you work with you can sign up with me to get the program. I will be doing this program right alongside of you so we can support each other and motivate each other through it all. I want to do whatever I can to help you get results and living a healthier life! To make me your coach follow this link to create a free Beachbody account
Starting on Nov 7th, I will be hosting an accountability group to offer support and guidance throughout the program. Find me on Facebook or Email me Lynng258@gmail.com to get into the exclusive group!
YUP, I want these abs!!
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Best savings will be the challenge pack---$140 for a 30 day bag of shakeology and the program. It will come with the nutrition guide, program manual, ME as your coach, plus the accountability group. It truly makes all the difference being in these groups...the support is priceless. I never found results until I entered my 1st challenge group because I had people holding me accountable every day and motivating me. That is my job as your coach...to keep you on track to meet you health and fitness goals!
Message me today on Facebook or email me at LynnG258@gmail.com to get information on the challenge pack and get in on the exclusive accountability/support group as we CRUSH this program together!!
I've felt like I'm at a standstill in my journey so I'm actually going to take a BOLD step and do something about it.
It's not about going harder with workouts. It's not about being more strict about what I eat. It's not for the weight loss.
It is to wake up and feel refreshed. To not feel the need for coffee. To not rely upon just my shakeology for energy. To not feel bloated. To allow my face to clear up. To feel happy all the time.
Phase 1 (aka week 1) I will be reclaiming my health. Breaking bad habits, and preparing my body for change. I will slowly eliminate animal products and dairy products.
Phase 2 I will be releasing negativity from the inside out. I will be eating a vegetarian diet along with continuing with some supplements introduced in phase 1.
Phase 3 I will restore my body to maximum efficiency. I will further cut back on grains but my body will fully absorb all nutrients I put in based on the previous 2 weeks of progress.
I truly am excited to have this experience. Yoga plus the ultimate reset will surely do wonders And DAMN am I happy to be doing this with a few other coaches and challengers!! The more support the better!
Took a little trip to San Francisco last week to work remotely and get out of Boston. It was pretty incredible and very easy to stay on track with eating healthy and training for the marathon. SO SO many healthy options!
First was the long run that I had to do while I was there...
"Battery low". Not what you want to hear only a couple miles into your 17 mile run.
Honestly any other day I would care but not today. I got to run over the golden state bridge...SO. AWESOME!! It was super windy but I just looked at it as a little resistance training. You could totally tell it was my 1st time ever running it as my face was smiling ear to ear thinking HOW FUN IS THIS?!! And every other runners face was I HATE THIS WIND!
Haha another long run in the books that was super fun!
And the day after the long run when Amanda's work conference was over and we did some more sight seeing (aka supposed to be my day off of training!), this is what I got from her haha...
"This is for your own good"- Amanda
This is what she told me when I was hesitant on going on over a 2 hour hike after the previous day of running 17 miles and then having to jump on the red eye flight.
Clearly lost this battle of tough love! Apparently my rest day in marathon training turned into a hiking day at Muir Woods. As sore as I was, it was so incredibly worth it. smile emoticon.
Thanks for keeping me on track for conquering heartbreak hill.
Donate today to www.crowdrise.com/lynngugliuzza. ALL DONATIONS WELCOME for American Red Cross!!
Week 1 down...Week 2 here I come!! It was awesome to wake up to Coach Dan's email this morning talking about heading into week 2 of marathon training. It is crazy that week 1 has flown by already. Felt awesome getting a few short runs in, some cross training, and then the long run in on Saturday!
I love that with the beginner marathon training schedule, Dan is a huge supporter of listening to your body and adjusting accordingly. If you need a cross training day, or an extra day off, then take it. Your body will thank you in the long run.
In the first week, my short runs were done on the treadmill because it was 5am and I do not have any reflective gear...something I perhaps need to invest in! But the long run yesterday, I could not have asked for a more beautiful day. Smiling ear to ear, my feet hit the pavement and it all came together as to how amazing it is to run for the American Red Cross. The team of individuals organizing the team runs, etc and the individuals who are training for the marathon are sure to be friends I will have for a lifetime. I did not make it out to Newton for our team run together but will be sure to plan for this in the future. I had already scheduled time to hand out gift bags my girlfriend and I made for the homeless people near us as a happy holiday gesture, so this took priority.
I am happy to say I have already planned a cross training program to incorporate in with my training so that my body does not break down. The new Hammer and Chisel beachbody program is absolutely amazing! Focused on Balance the one day which completely works your core...Endurance another day, which I thought I was in shape until Autumn the trainer kicked my ass on the DVD...another day of strength. It truly works the entire body and it will ensure my muscles do not break down for the next few months of training.
Nutrition has been on point this week which I am super happy with! No cheating on my meal plan, shakeology is helping curb my chocolate cravings, and meal prepping prior to the week is just so easy to do! I will say that after my long run yesterday, being treated to a north end italian dinner was pretty awesome :) Overall, week 1 was a success and I am ready to tackle week 2. Thank you to all who have donated so far, I am so grateful!! If anyone else would like to donate and help me reach my goal of $7,000 please donate here! www.crowdrise.com/lynngugliuzza
3 Red Bell Peppers, roasted, peeled, seeded 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1/4 cup white wine 1/4 bunch Italian parsley, trimmed 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth salt and pepper to taste red pepper flakes to taste 1. Place all ingredients, starting with the peppers, into a blender, followed by the rest of the ingredients. 2. Puree until smooth. 3. Pour mixture into a saucepan and simmer until heated through. It is just that simple!! I served it with cauliflower "couscous" but you can also mix in brown rice or quinoa as well!
The official training has not begun yet but the days leading up to meeting my team are filled with excitement! I have been continuing to run several times a week, one long run included in that just so my body is not in complete shock once the training begins! I am continuing my weight training with the home workout program Body Beast so that I continue to strengthen my muscles to prepare for what is to come! Healthy eating is still in full effect and wow has it really been making a difference. Not sure what happened but my mindset has completely changed since entering the race. I see food as fuel for my workouts, not to satisfy cravings. Am I perfect? Not by any means. But it sure is a hell of a lot better than it has been and I can see the benefits from it and feel the benefits! From the first day I found out I was accepted onto the American Red Cross team till my most recent run in Boston, the weather sure has made the shift into the fall season. Some research had to be done as well as drilling some friends who have run the marathon in the past about what I need for the winter training months. New running attire had to be purchased since in the past, I have been only a seasonal runner (spring and summer that is!)
I am trying to slowly teach my body what a new "cold" really is. 50 degrees...no problem! 40 degrees...easy! Now as the winter season approaches us, 40 and under will have to slowly become the "this is easy and not even cold mindset!" December 2nd is when I finally get to meet the team, get the official training schedule and get after it!! With less than 5 months until race day, the butterflies in my stomach will probably continue through race day. Stay tuned with how team night goes and the start of training!! Want to donate? Any amount helps TREMENDOUSLY to reach my goal of $7,000 for Team Red Cross!! www.crowdrise.com/lynngugliuzza
Hands up if you love
Thanksgiving!! Especially this year with the exciting news that I have been
offered a spot on the American Red Cross Boston Marathon 2016 team…I WILL RUN
FOR FOOD!! I am honored to be part of this team and would love your support in helping
me raise $7,000 for such an amazing organization!! (Thank you in advance!)
www.crowdrise.com/lynngugliuzza
So…back to Thanksgiving…Yes
the food is amazing, but what I cherish most is the time spent with family and
the memories made. With the craziness of the holiday season, we can sometimes
put our health on the back burner.
Little by little we over indulge, skip workouts, have huge portions, and
end up feeling like crap leading into the new year which only forces us to make
yet another New Year’s Resolution of “get in shape.” So I wanted to share some
tips I have learned in recent years to avoid that, but first let's hear the
promotions and sales happening this month!
Once again we have both the21 Day Fixand theFix Extremechallenge packs on sale. Love shakeology and
know someone who wants the 21 day fix for Christmas? One of these would be
perfect for you!
This month we also have the Cize
Challenge Pack with Shakeology and the 21 Day Fix Containers on sale! All of
these are $140 for the month of November!
Aside from those the Cize Kickstart Challenge Pack as well as the 21 Day Fix and Fix Extreme Kickstart Challenge Packs will be on sale. With these packages you get a month
supply of shakeology, the fitness program, containers, and the 3 Day Refresh
Cleanse which might come in handy after Thanksgiving! $180!
Now for the good stuff, here are my top tips to
have a happy, healthy, Thanksgiving.
1.
Eat Breakfast!Start
Thanksgiving day off with a veggie egg white omelette or a bowl of oatmeal!
Saving up calories for the big feast does not work. You end up 'spending' a lot
more and overindulging because you are so hungry. Or have your shakeology
to kick off the day in the best way possible with all the nutrients you need!
2. Pitch
In!Offer to bring a healthy version of a dish to the dinner you are
attending. Sweet potatoes are always a good one. Many times they are loaded
with sugar so here is a healthy version!http://www.recipetobefit.com/2014/03/stuffed-sweet-potatoes.html
3.
Divide your plate!Fill your plate half with veggies, one quarter with white turkey meat,
and the rest with a healthy starch such as corn or sweet potatoes.
4.
Start the day with physical activity!Just because it is a holiday doesn't mean that you
need to skip your workout. If you can't get your workout in take a walk with
the family when you are finished eating.
5. KEEP
YOUR GOALS IN MIND!Before
heading to your Thanksgiving feast take a few moments to really focus and think
about yourself and your goals. Remind yourself of your ultimate vision: a
healthier, leaner, happier you! Most importantly have fun with the people you
love!
I will be hosting a challenge group to keep you
on tract during the holidays starting onNovember 16thas
well as a 3 Day Refresh Cleanse challenge starting onNovember 30th.
If you are interested in joining either of these let me know!
I hope you all have an amazing November and
holiday!
1 pound ground turkey
1/2 onion diced
1/4 cup canned jalapeno's chopped up
1 egg white seasoned with salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder, red pepper flakes, cumin
(throw in some whole wheat
breadcrumbs if you want)
Mixed everything together to make 16 meatballs. Sauteed them on the stove top and then finished them off in the oven!
Serving size is 4 meatballs to equal 1 Red container on the 21 day fix! ENJOY!
These are pretty tasty and very easy to make. Kind of like my protein bite recipe but changed up the flavors a bit. Try it out and let me know what you think!
Ingredients:
1 cup oats
1/3 cup almonds, slightly chopped
1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup nut butter (I used unsalted PB)
1/4 cup raw honey
1 Tbsp chia (for some texture and crunch!)
1/3 cup dried craisins, slightly chopped
Bake oats, almonds and coconut in 350 degree oven for 10 min, mixing after 5 min. Then cool.
Microwave the nut butter for about 20 seconds, or until a little runny.
Mix all ingredients together once the mixture from the oven is cooled down. Form into bite size (I used a cookie scoop) and place on baking sheet. Makes 16-20. Put in freezer for 30 min then store in container in fridge or you can freeze them!
Not a 21 day fix recipe but I would guess 2 bites counting as 1 yellow, 1 tsp and maybe 1/2 blue!
Use a spiralizer to make zoodles out of 4 zucchini. Then saute them on the stove and add ground pepper (no oil) just a little cooking spray if the pan needs it. I did it in 4 batches because I wanted to get some nice color on the "pasta"
Then for the sauce...which if you like fettuccine alfredo, this is right up your alley!
In a food processor blend together 1 medium ripe avocado, pepper and salt to taste, 1/4 cup fresh basil, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Blend until smooth.
Mix it all together and serve! You can sprinkle just a little Parmesan cheese on top if you want (like a teaspoon). Makes 4 servings.
Burger:
1 lb ground turkey
1 medium egg white
1.5 tsp Italian spice
3/4 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp southwestern spice
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/3 cup whole wheat panko crumbs
Stuffing:
1/2 cup Tofutti cream cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp diced white onion
2 tbsp chopped jalapenos (but I am adding more next time!)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Mix the burger ingredients together in 1 bowl and the stuffing ingredients together in a separate bowl.
Make 8 patties out of the burger mix. Top 4 of them with some of the stuffing mix. Then top with another patty. Make sure to seal in the stuffing mixture.
It will make 4 burgers total. Throw them on the grill about 5 minutes per side or in a 400 degree oven. You can even do it stove top if you want!
21 day fixers: 1 RED, 1 BLUE, 1 YELLOW (if you use the bun!) ...technically cream cheese is not on the fix but hey this one time, I say it is ok!
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound of ground turkey or lean ground beef
1 onion, finely diced
1 cup carrots, finely diced/shredded
1 bell pepper, finely diced
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1/4 cup wheat germ
1/4 cup ground flaxseed
1 tbsp oregano
1 tsp red pepper flake
1 tbsp garlic powder
salt and pepper
Mix everything together, place in a loaf pan sprayed with cooking spray and bake at 375 for about 45 min to an hour.
Kids will not even realize the veggies in it and believe me it is so yummy! Personally I never think a picture of meatloaf is "appealing" but the taste is there!
Summer is just around the corner and I CAN NOT WAIT!! Winter was absolutely brutal with record snow
fall so gearing up for some sunshine is definitely what we all need! Some great
deals going on in June, including the 21 day fix…the program that really was a
game changer for me!
During the month of June we have 4 programs on sale that will
get you results and save you $$ at the same time all while helping a cause that
affects all of us!
Anytime someone purchases one of the following 4 Challenge Packs between May
16th and June 30th, Carl Daikeler (Beachbody CEO) will donate $10 to the
International Justice Mission. The IJM helps to rescue and protect sex slaves
across the world! This is a huge problem that many of us are unaware of! To see
what the IJM is all about and see the people they are helping to rescue click here!
These 4 Challenge packs are short programs that will have you
starting to see results in just 21 Days. They include:
-30 minute workouts
-Easy to follow meal portion container system
-Damn GOOD RESULTS if you
follow the simple plan
I will be hosting a challenge group to offer support, motivation and all that
you need to be successful.
The June Promotions are:
The 21 Day Fix Challenge Pack: $140
RESULTS after 1 round!!
You receive:
-Month supply of shakeology (normally $129)
-21 Day Fix workout program
-Meal portion container system
-30 Day Free Premium Club Membership (includes Beachbody on Demand)
-Discount Shipping
-Support of your Coach
To get your 21 Day Fix Challenge Pack at the discounted price, click here!
Next
Up we have
The 21 Day Fix Extreme Challenge Pack: $140
You receive the same package and benefits as the regular Fix
challenge pack, but the Extreme program is a little more hardcore. The workouts
are more intense, and the meal plan is more intense as well. Both programs will
help you to see results, but if you are looking for something extreme then this
is the program for you.
To order your 21 Day Fix Extreme Challenge Pack, click here!
We also have the
Kickstart Challenge Packs on sale for both the 21 Day Fix and the 21 Day Fix
Extreme! $180
You Save over $80
These 2 Challenge Packs include:
-Fix Workout Program (either regular or extreme)
-3 Day Refresh Cleanse
-30 Day Supply of Shakeology
-Meal Portion Container System -30 Day Free Premium Club Membership (includes
Beachbody on Demand) -Discount Shipping -Support of your Coach
These packages are perfect for those of you who have an upcoming vacation or
event that want to kickstart your results with the 3 day cleanse!!
To get the
REGULAR
21 Day Fix Kickstart Challenge Pack -- Click Here!
1 can Garbanzo beans, drained, rinsed and dried 1/2 to 1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tbsp paprika
1/2 tbsp cumin
1/4 tsp cayanne pepper
1/2 tsp salt
Mix all together then put on a baking sheet sprayed with Cooking spray. Roast in 400 degree oven for about 30 minutes, giving them a shake every 8 to 10 minutes.
SO GOOD!!! much better than popcorn to snack on at the movie theater!
I've felt like I'm at a standstill in my journey so I'm actually going to take a BOLD step and do something about it. 
December 2nd is when I finally get to meet the team, get the official training schedule and get after it!! With less than 5 months until race day, the butterflies in my stomach will probably continue through race day.
seasoned with salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder, red pepper flakes, cumin
Use a spiralizer to make zoodles out of 4 zucchini. Then saute them on the stove and add ground pepper (no oil) just a little cooking spray if the pan needs it. I did it in 4 batches because I wanted to get some nice color on the "pasta"
Mix it all together and serve! You can sprinkle just a little Parmesan cheese on top if you want (like a teaspoon). Makes 4 servings.
5-6 chicken breasts
1/2 to 1 tbsp olive oil
