Clean Baked Ziti

This is to die for. Quick and easy recipe, my husband even made this for dinner one night. 

Ingredients 

•   1 box of Whole Wheat Penne Pasta

•   32 oz jar of clean marinara sauce ( I use one from Costco that literally has 6 ingredients in it, yes, I'm sure it would be better for me to make my own, but I don't have time for that!)

•   1 lb of ground turkey, browned

•   1.5 - 2 cups of shredded low-fat mozzarella (divided)

Directions:

Cook the pasta for about 7 minutes ( you want it a little under cooked), brown the ground turkey, mix all the ingredients together, (ground turkey, marinara sauce, pasta, 1/2 of the cheese).

Place in a 9x13 baking dish, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.  Bake for 25 minutes uncovered at 350 degrees.

Let me if you tried it!

XOXO,

SJB

Independent Beachbody Coach 

What is Insanity MAX 30?

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and also got some good Cyber Monday deals!  Speaking of deals, did you know that Shaun T, creator of programs like Hip Hop Abs, Insanity, T25, etc)  is coming out with a NEW fitness program?  It's called Insanity Max 30 and is going to be the next crazy insane fitness program that will give you unbelievable results!  So, I am loving every minute of these newer Beachbody fitness programs that are continually being released because they have been about 30 minutes or less!  Surely you can block out 30 minutes of your day, right?

Insanity Max 30 is all about pushing yourself to the limit.  It is taking home fitness programs to the EXTREME next level in just 30 minutes a day!  This is definitely a hardcore workout that will take dedication, motivation, and solid effort.  It is almost like a mental game of how far you can push yourself before you MAX OUT!  

I am super excited for this workout to come out and will be running an exclusive Insanity Max 30 test group beginning Monday, December 8th.  

So, what exactly IS Insanity Max 30?  Let me tell you a little about it so you can decide if you think it would be a good fit for you. 

Who is Insanity Max 30 for?

Before you rule out this program due to it's intensity, let me start by saying that there is a low-impact modifier in every workout.  The program actually comes with with a special feature so that the modifier stays on the screen at all times!  For those of you who have followed a modifier in other programs, you have probably run in to the issue of not being able to see exactly how to modify a move until several seconds in to a specific exercise. This will not be a problem with Max 30.  Setting the option and having the modifier on the screen at all times will make it easier to see and easier to follow. 

While there is no denying that this is an intense workout, a beginner who is looking to really jump start their fitness journey using an intense workout, or someone who is looking to take their fitness to the next level, would be a perfect candidate for Insanity Max 30.  When it comes down to it, it's not about being in great shape to handle the workout, it's about showing up every day and pushing yourself to YOUR max. 

What does it mean to "Max Out?"

The idea of "maxing out" isn't actually bad.  That's the point!  What you do is you go as hard as you can for as long as you can until you need a break, or until you MAX OUT!  Then, you write down your time, take your break, and jump back in! If you stick with the program and stay committed to your results, then you will notice that your max out time increases each week.  

Insanity Max 30 - 5 days a Week

What are the Insanity Max 30 workouts?

Insanity Max 30 is a 60 day program with two 30 day phases. You will be happy to hear that it is 30 minutes per day / 5 days per week. In addition, you get to switch up your workouts for the second month.  On a recent webinar, Shaun T talked about his incorporation of Tabata workouts. In the Tabata workouts you do 20 seconds on and 10 seconds off power moves.  During month two, those intervals increase to 45 seconds on and 15 seconds off.  

During month one, there are 2 cardio workouts, two strength workouts, and the Max 30 Friday Fight. 

Insanity Max 30 - Cardio Challenge

Insanity Max 30 - Sweat Intervals

Insanity Max 30 - Tabata Power

Insanity Max 30 - Tabata Strength

Insanity Max 30 - Friday Fight Round 1

  During month two, you incorporate Max Out Cardio, Max Out Sweat, 2 Tabata strength workouts, and again, the Friday Fight Round 2. 

Insanity Max 30 - Max Out Cardio

Insanity Max 30 - Max Out Sweat

Insanity Max 30 - Max Out Power

Insanity Max 30 - Max Out Strength

Insanity Max 30 - Friday Fight Round 2

So, overall, you get 10 workout DVD's, a MAX out Nutrition Guide, Restaurant Guide, and a Wall Calendar with your scheduled workouts.  When ordering through a Coach, like myself, you will also get a Coach Exclusive workout called Sweat Fest! 

If you are considering Insanity Max 30, there are a few options that you can choose from.  You can get the base kit, the deluxe kit, or the challenge pack.  So what's the difference?  The base kit (pictured below) will include everything described above.  

The challenge pack (which will be the December promotion - which means the best bang for your buck - will include the base kit AND a 30 day supply of Shakeology.

Insanity Max 30 Base Kit

The Delux Kit (picture below) takes it up a notch and incorporates some extras including workouts, a Shakeology shaker cup, and portion control containers.  21 Day Fixers will be happy to know that the Insanity Max 30 nutrition plan DOES support the use of the 21 Day Fix containers!  

Insanity Max 30 Deluxe Kit

How can you get it?

Insanity Max 30 will be released on December 9th; however, you will be able to get it through me a week earlier, which is THIS TUESDAY, December 2nd!!  If you don't already have a coach, you can sign up for a free membership (so that I am your coach) HERE!  

Exclusive Insanity Max 30 Test Group:

December 8th will begin an exclusive Insanity Max 30 Test Group.  If you are interested in joining and/or getting more info, please email me.  There will be limited availability within the group and spots will be filled on a first come first serve basis. 

Requirements of the Challenge Group:

• Insanity Max 30 Challenge Pack - includes the Base Kit (explained above), a one month supply of Shakeology, discounted shipping, and me as your coach!   The challenge pack will be a December promotion, plus it has everything you need to get started!

The Test group will include complete guidance, support, motivation, and accountability through the duration of the 60 day program.  I will incorporate weekly meal planning, post my personal meal plans, and everyone will replace one meal per day with Shakeology.   Truthfully, it is perfect timing to have Shakeology.  At this time of year we are tempted with lots of sweets.  Shakeology is a nutritionally dense meal replacement that provides you with your daily dose of nutrients.  When doing a workout such as Insanity Max 30, your body will need to be replenished with nutrients for recovery. Shakeology also has the proper carb to protein ratio which will help keep you feeling fuller, longer. There are all kinds of yummy "treat" recipes that you can make that will help you stay on track through the holiday season too!

So, what do you say?  Are you in?!  As your coach, I will not only be going through the program WITH you, but I will provide you with the support to stick with it and get GREAT results!  It will not become another fitness program that collects dust!  

Be sure to email me for more information and/or to join the exclusive test group!

In addition, feel free to send me a Facebook Friend Request so that you can see some great tips, motivation, recipes, and meal plans that I share throughout the week!

XOXO,

SJB

Independent Beachbody Coach 

Salsa Chicken

I was in need of a new recipe so I spent some time searching on my favorite websites.  I came across this one from HeandSheEatClean.com and figured I'd give it a try!  I LOVE crock pot meals, especially ones that don't have a lot of ingredients!  I have to say, it made my kitchen smell fantastic all day long and was absolutely delicious! 

Ingredients:

1-2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts

4 large diced tomatoes

1.5 cups (roughly) of your favorite salsa.  (I actually pre-made Homemade Salsa to keep it a bit cleaner)

2 tbsp garlic powder

2 tbsp red pepper flakes

1 tbsp black pepper

1 tsp cayenne pepper (if you want to make it spicy)

Directions:

1. Place the chicken in a crock pop, as well as all of the other remaining ingredients.

2. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours.

3. After 7 hours, shred the chicken in the crock pot and allow it to cool down before serving.  

 **Before serving, I added some diced onions, red and green bell peppers, and a little lime to enhance the flavor! 

This meal makes for GREAT leftovers!  You can serve it with brown rice (which is what I did), wrap it up in a whole wheat tortilla, serve in salad, or even eat it as a lettuce wrap! 

XOXO,
SJB
Independent Beachbody Coach

Stuffed Zucchini

I always like to seek out new recipes on Pinterest and found this one. As you know, i really DISLIKE trying new things but this is a KEEPER!! 

 

INGREDIENTS:

•3 tsp olive oil, divided

•1 clove garlic, diced

•1 small yellow onion, diced

•8 oz mushrooms, diced

•1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

•3 tbsp whole-wheat bread crumbs

•2 tbsp Parmesan cheese

•2 zucchini, halved, seeds and pulp removed (I did use some of the pulp to mix in with the other vegetables)

•1 Red, Yellow, or Green Bell pepper (I used a combination of all three!)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.

2.Prepare stuffing: In a large pan on medium-high, heat 1 tsp oil. Add garlic, peppers, onion and mushrooms. Sauté until vegetables soften, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add remaining 2 tsp oil, vinegar, bread crumbs and Parmesan. Mix thoroughly.

3.Spoon an equal amount of stuffing into each zucchini half. Bake on a foil-lined cookie sheet for 15 minutes.

XOXO,
SJB
Independent Beachbody Coach

Lemon Protein Bars

So I would have never even thought to make this recipe.  But a challenger in one of my groups made them and said they were amazing!    If you try them  keep me posted on how it goes!!!

 

Ingredients:

•1 cup oat flour

•2 scoops vanilla whey protein

•/14 tsp salt

•1/2 tsp baking soda

•2 quart mix crystal light (without aspartame)

•4 egg whites

•1/2 cup splenda, ideal, truvia

•8 oz jar of baby food applesauce

•4 oz water
 

Directions:

•Preheat oven to 350

•Mix oat flour, vanilla whey protein, salt, baking soda, crystal light in a large bowl.

•Mix egg whites, Splenda and applesauce in another bowl.

•Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix together.

•Spray 8x8 Pyrex dish with non stick cooking spray.

•Pour into dish

•Bake 23 minutes
 

It makes 16 squares and 2 squares is a serving.
Calories:  86, Carbs:  10 g, Protein:  9 g

XOXO,
SJB
Independent Beachbody Coach

St. Louis Super Saturday: April 12, 2014

Tracie and I

Such a busy weekend!! Spring time is finally coming and our green theme on Saturday fit quite well. Spent some quality time with people who love to help others with their health & fitness goals.

Super Saturday is a quarterly event that Team Beachbody sponsors and coaches all over the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico host!   It is jam packed with customers weight loss success stories, Coaches business success, recognition for achievements and training for coaches on how to grow their Beachbody Business.

When my success partner,Tracie, came to me a month ago and told me we would be hosting Super Saturday together, I was like, UMMM forget THAT! I have zero public speaking skills, I tend to get socially awkward, and never would've considered myself a leader on that level. I never would've thought I would EVER host an event. I was very nervous but I knew this was a new thing that I needed to step outside of my comfort zone on. I had to do this for myself! I just had to.



Super Saturday!

Tracie got our location advertised with Beachbody and I set up our event page on Facebook. As I saw the number of people attending increase as the weeks went by, I slowly began to freak out. The night before the event, I literally wanted to crawl in a hole. I kept telling myself, "What did I sign myself up for?" The weeks and days flew by and as the time got closer I kept freaking out at how many people were there.
Fast forward to the morning of and gave myself a little pep talk. I never thought I would or could be a leader like this. I kept telling myself over and over, I've got this!

............ AND a couple of hours later and we were on a roll. Providing great information to coaches about upcoming trips & promotions. I couldn't help but feel the fullness in my heart. This is what I was made to do.



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I couldn't stop smiling the entire day. This experience was absolutely LIFE CHANGING. I always doubted what type of leader I could be and I do know that I have 100% of what every other leader has and that is motivation & determination. I wouldn't change this experience for anything. I am so blessed to have a Success partner like Tracie who gets me to sign up for some crazy events I would've never of done on my own.

Ahhhh what a little yankin my arm will do.

I am so blessed to be apart of this crazy journey as a Beachbody Coach and I wouldn't trade it for the world.

XOXO,
SJB
Independent Beachbody Coach