Simply Living a Fit Life

Buckeye Shakeology If you have a sweet tooth and looking to kick the habit...you have seriously come to the right place!!! I've always had a love for cookies, candy and cake and if it involved peanut butter, well...LOOK OUT!!!     Since I found my Shakeology I no longer find myself tempted when walking thru the bakery section or seeing those candy bars at the register because I get something delectable each and every day...without packing on the extra pounds or inches! This Dense Nutrient Shake gives your body all the vitamins and minerals it needs to thrive... Proteins & Aminos, Antioxidants, Phytonutrients, Adaptogens, Prebiotics and Digestive Enzymes. I used to take vitamins and supplements to support my healthy eating but they started to become expensive so when I found Shakeology I was able to save money, have it as a meal and an increased immune system!!    Buckeye Shake Recipe Ingredients: 1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology 8 oz Almond milk 1 Tbsp Pea

Gluten Free Pancakes with Raspberries  Pancakes have always been a favorite of mine!!  Late start this morning and breakfast was still my meal of choice.  A few pancakes topped off with fresh raspberries and pure maple syrup.  I am feeling like I just indulged only I did not!!    Even thou we are not gluten intolerant some of my friends are so this recipe is for you!! For all you fixers out there it is fix approved!! Recipe from the Fixate Cookbook Serves 7 (2 pancakes each) Ingredients: 1 1/2 C  all purpose gluten free flour 3 tsp      baking powder, gluten free 1 dash  himalayan salt 1 1/2 cups  unsweetened almond milk 1 large egg 1 TBSP pure maple syrup (or raw honey) 5 TBSP organic grass fed butter, melted 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Raspberries  Directions: 1. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl; mix well . set aside. 2. Combine almond milk, egg, maple syrup, butter and extract in a medium bowl; whisk         to blend. 3. Add flour mixtur

Clean Pizza Sauce Simple sauce recipe that is full of flavor and you can throw it together in 10 minutes.  I love using whole wheat pita breads and I cut them into 4 for portion control.  Pair this with a salad and you will be satisfied and not kicking yourself for eating more than your share of the pie. Recipe Ingredients: 2 cups Tomato Sauce 3/4 cup tomato paste 1 Tbsp oregano 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp basil 1 tsp Himalayan salt Directions: In a small bowl, mix tomato sauce and paste until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well

When the weather turns cool there is something about a good bowl of stew!!  This recipe is straight out of the fixate cookbook and it is delicious!!! Hearty Beef and Butternut Squash Stew Ingredients: 1 tsp olive oil 1-1/2 lbs raw lean beef stew meat,  cut into 2 inch cubes 1 medium onion, chopped 1/2 medium green pepper, chopped 4 cloves garlic, crushed 2 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 c low sodium organic beef broth 1 bay leaf 1 tsp Himalayan salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 2 cups cubed butternut squash 1/4 c chopped fresh flat leaf parsley Directions: 1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat 2. Add beef, cook, stirring frequently about 4-5 minutes or until beef is brown. 3. Add onion and bell peppers; cook, stirring frequently for 4-5 minutes or until onion is translucent. 4. Add garlic, cook, stirring frequently for 1 minute. 5. Add tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, salt and pepper.  Bring to a boil.     Reduce heat to med-low, cook, covered for 40 mi

CHICKEN ALFREDO EVERYTHING TASTES BETTER WITH ALFREDO SAUCE...RIGHT????   T his one tastes great and it’s easy on the waistline!! INGREDIENTS: 1 TBSP. OLIVE OIL 1 LB. CHICKEN BREAST, sliced Small onion, diced   2-3 Garlic cloves, minced (remember I’m a garlic lover)   2 TBSP Whole Wheat Flour   1 1/3 C Unsweetened Almond Milk (skim or low fat would work too)   1 C Parmesan Cheese, Grated   3 TBSP, Neufchàtel cheese (fat free would work too) 1 TBSP Greek Yogurt   1/2 Tsp Himalayan Salt Parsley and cracked black pepper for garnish  1 Spaghetti Squash INSTRUCTIONS: Heat olive oil in deep skillet over medium high heat. Season chicken with some garlic and herb salt free seasoning and cook till done set aside.  Add a little bit of olive oil to pan and heat to medium.  Add onions and cook for 2 minutes stirring constantly.  Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.   Stir in flour until combined.   Gradually add the milk while whisking,

Clean Spicy Stuffed Peppers Short on time after your workday??  You can enjoy this meal in the time it takes you to change out of your work clothes.  I prepped the peppers last night so all I had to do today was pop in the oven for 15 minutes to warm.       Ingredients: 1-1/2 lb ground turkey or lean burger 1 jar of organic marinara sauce (I used Delallo Spicy Arrabbiata)  1 Tbsp chili paste 1-1/2 tbsp basil 1-1/2 tbsp garlic powder 2 cloves of garlic 2 c frozen spinach 4 bell peppers; *parboiled   Directions: Pre heat oven to 450 degrees Brown the ground meat and add sauce and spices.   S immer for about 10-12 minutes for the flavors to incorporate. Prepare the peppers while the meat is simmering.  Clean, remove seeds, slice in half and *parboil.   Add spinach to turkey mixture and stir till thawed.   Distribute the mixture evenly to the halved peppers and either bake for 15 minutes or store in fridge until needed.  (bake

Cherry Cheesecake Shakeology Late night treat that won't derail your day!! Ingredients: 1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology 4 oz of Chobani Yogurt 4 oz Water 1/2 Cup Cherries 8 oz Ice Blend until desired Consistency!! ENJOY!! Fix counts:  1 yellow, 1 red, 1/2 purple

 Chunky Monkey Ice Cream ICE CREAM is a favorite treat of mine although I don't like all the sugar it contains.  As I was looking thru the dessert section in the Fixate cookbook I came across this gem!!  It totally hit the sweet spot!! lol...Frozen bananas...natural sugar...Pure JOY!! Give it a try, you won't be sorry!! Ingredients: 3 Ripe bananas, cut into chunks 3 TBSP  all natural peanut butter 1-2 TBSP Unsweetened almond milk 4 tsp chopped dark chocolate 4 tsp sliced raw almonds Directions: 1.  Place bananas in plastic bag and freeze for 4 hours or until completely frozen. 2.  Place bananas and peanut butter in blender or food processor and blend until smooth.       Add 1-2 Tbsp almond milk, if needed for creamier texture. 3.  Divide ice cream evenly into 4 serving bowls; top evenly with chocolate and almonds. 4.  Serve immediately      fixers: 1 purple, 3-1/2 spoons

Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies I have ALWAYS had a sweet tooth since I was a little girl and my Aunt Sara can vouch for that...lol. Today is a different story...I have seen how sugar affects me and I don't like it.  Crazy cravings that don't stop and then the sugar crash!!!  I really wanted some type of dessert...a good melt in your mouth chocolate chip cookie but I didn't want to ruin all the progress I have made on my abs so I immediately went to pinterest looking for a healthier version and found a this one from  Texanerin ...they were melt in your mouth AMAZING!!! Prep Time: 8 min, bake 10 min Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, rinse well and pat dry with paper towel 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons   natural peanut butter 1 /4 cup honey 1  teaspoon baki ng powder a pinch of salt if peanut butter doesn't have any 1/2 cup chocolate chips  Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 °F.   2. Combine the chickpeas in a food p

21 Day Fix Oatmeal Pancakes Love pancakes for breakfast!!  I can also make these ahead and freeze for convenience.  Ingredients: 4 egg whites 1/4 cup of oats 1/2 cup of berries 1 tsp cinnamon 1-2 packets stevia 1 tsp vanilla or almond ext Add all ingredients into blender until mixed pour into heated skilled (on medium heat) cover and cook for about 2 minutes or until able to flip then cook an additional 2 minutes. Enjoy!! fix counts:  1 yellow, 1 red, 1/2 purple

Avocado Chicken Egg Salad   Looking for something different for lunch?  Try this quick and easy recipe for Avocado Chicken Egg Salad!!    Ingredients:  1 hard boiled egg, chopped 4 oz chicken, chopped 1/4 avocado 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp Dijon mustard Shake of onion powder Pinch of salt Dash of cayenne pepper   Combine all Ingredients and serve open faced on Ezekiel Bread.   21 day fix counts:  1 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue

Orange Creamsicle is DA BOMB Love getting my daily dose of dense nutrition!!! Looks and tastes like dessert!! Hard to believe this cup of deliciousness is  good for you❤️ 21 day fix:  1/2 purple, 1 red #shakeology #orangecreamsicle

Sunday meal prep is how I set myself up for success.  I also find that I save so much money on groceries because I'm not running to the store for items all week to make this or that meal.  I save time prepping my meals since I look to chop and cook most of my things in advance so I have less daily clean up. My planning is going to focus on items I have on hand and will add in a few that I need to pick up...I hate to throw food away because it spoiled. This week I will be making protein pancakes and using up some produce in my bin. Love the ease of planning my meals since I follow the 21 day fix program and it is great for portion control. I create a spreadsheet and add the known items, then fill in the blanks with the other meals/snacks to reach my daily needs.

Is Your New Years Resolution to lose weight?? It’s no surprise that one of the most common New Year resolutions is to lose weight and the first thing that come out of people’s mouths are “DIET.”  I really dislike the word DIET because it totally sets a person up for failure!  No one wants to feel deprived and a DIET is a short term fix!! If you want to lose weight easily without going hungry, find yourself with more energy and keep those pounds away once and for all you need to incorporate a clean eating lifestyle.  By eating clean you will be eating more food and calories so you won’t feel hungry or deprived.  You will also find an increased metabolism using my meal plans because of the timing and food combinations.  If you have been struggling trying to lose those last few pounds or many, I would like to help you create a better relationship with food.   Everyone deserves a beautiful body…inside and out!!  Imagine having these recipes and getting down to your idea