5 Day FREE Clean Eating Group LOVE YOURSELF FIT!

Valentine's Day is not just about loving someone and giving gifts, its about LOVING YOURSELF!! Loving who you are on the inside and out! I will say I know many people (I am guilty of this too) who tend to be so worried about other people (spouses, kids, parents etc.) that they take care of them, but forget to take care of themselves or put themselves last and then you become more unhappy and miserable.  

If you cannot take care of yourself, how can you take care of anyone else? It is important for you to be healthy and take care of yourself to be that great role model, but also so you can be around for a hundred years!!! :) 

Clean eating is 80% of your results... How you feel on the inside and how you look on the outside! You can take away all the carbs or fats, but your body NEEDS these!!! In order to have your body in the best shape ever, you need to fuel it with the proper nutrients!! Thats where I come into play!! 

I want to help you learn some great tips on clean eating, how to grocery shop the healthy way  without spending tons of money.... I love budgeting.. I am a mom of 2 little boys and I like to save where I can! I also want to teach you what times are good to eat what types of food!! 

Its a process... its a journey, but it all starts with YOUR decision to get started! 

I am looking for men and women who are looking to get healthier, leaner, and to get on track with their nutrition and fitness goals! 

I am hosting my 5 Day Clean Eating Group where I get to work with you to help you start your journey, or get you off that plateau!

Please fill out the application below for a spot in my 5 Day Love Yourself FIT group where you will learn health and nutrition tips, what my meal plans look like to help me stay in the best shape, and daily support and motivation!

Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Ingredients:

• 2 small-to-medium spaghetti squash
• 1 (8oz) package of cream cheese
• 1/2 cup Frank's Hot Sauce
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1 large chicken breast or 2 medium chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

For Ranch dressing:

1 dry Ranch Packet Mix (I use Hidden Valley)

1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt

1/2 skim milk

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Cut Squash in half length wise and put on plate upside down (round part up) and cook in microwave for approx 12 min or until soft inside
3. Allow the spaghetti squash to cool for 5-10 minutes.
4. While you are letting the spaghetti squash cool, prepare the buffalo chicken by place the cream cheese and the hot sauce in a large saucepan. Allow the cream cheese to completely melt.

5. Add in the ranch dressing and chicken breasts.

6. Scoop out the insides of the spaghetti squash.

7.  Place the buffalo chicken on top of the spaghetti squash and sprinkle with the cheddar cheese.

8. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese has completely melted.

ENJOY a great meal for the family!

If you love buffalo chicken dip, you are going to LOVE this health alternative and is a complete meal!!

Black Friday Sales Beach Body!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!! I hope everyone enjoyed their day with family and friends and gave thanks to everything you were blessed with! I had an amazing day with my hubby and kids!
Our breakfast was awesome... I made my famous Pumpkin Protein Pancakes and the boys ate them all up!

I did not get my workout in this morning, but while the boys were napping, I was done prepping our turkey dinner, so I got my workout in and had my SHAKEOLOGY for my lunch!!

We of course watched the Macy's Day Parade, and cooked an awesome turkey dinner! I skipped on the mashed potatoes ( my hubby can't go without), and I made stuffing without butter, and used whole wheat bread and turned out really good!! For dessert I made an awesome PECAN PIE and did have some skinny wine with our friends!

I must say, this was the first Thanksgiving EVER that I did not have a second plate! I am very proud of myself!! ;)
So on another note, let's talk about what is amazing going on right now with Beach Body!! We have our Black Friday Sales, just like everyone else! What a perfect way to stay healthy over the holidays, or helping family and friends stay healthy by giving them a workout or their favorite supplements as a gift!!
Take a look at how amazing these sales are!!

Keep in mind, these are only until Monday, and while supplies last!! Stock up!! 

If you do not have a Beach Body account and would like me to be your FREE coach, visit www.beachbodycoach.com/deidrap8 and I will help you get started! Once you sign up as a Beach Body customer, you will have the opportunity to get into all our sales!!

I am also having a 14 Day Shakeology Shakeoff to get the month of December going right! This is a 14 day challenge where you replace one meal a day with our health shake full of dense nutrition that gives you everything you need in a daily dose and your multi vitamin!! You also can chose any workout program of your choice from beach body to help maximize your results.  If you need help choosing a program, I can help find one that is perfect for you!  This group is held in a closed group on face book, so if you are across the country, don't worry... you are still invited!! This is the perfect way to keep you accountable and motivated during the holiday season! I will coach you and give health/nutrition tips, recipes, and help with meal plans so you can be your own coach one day!! 

No paying for gym memberships, personal trainers, or spending gas money traveling back and forth! 

If you are interested in joining my next challenge, message me for details!

Deidra.penrose@yahoo.com

Banana Protein Energy Bars with PB2

Banana Protein Energy Bars with PB2

Ingredients:

1 cup dry oats

1 medium banana

1 scoop vanilla SHAKEOLOGY

4 tbsp PB2

2 tbsp Natural peanut butter

1 tbsp Raw honey

Directions:

Smash banana until pudding consistency

Add in oats, protein powder, PB2, Peanut butter, and raw honey in to bowl with banana

Mold into 6 bars

*sprinkle a few sprinkles on top for a prettier look J

I put these bars in the freezer and when taking them out, I let thaw for 5 min before eating! So good and is a great protein to carb ratio! This will keep your energy level consistent without crashing!

I am always loving to make new recipes, especially for protein and energy bars, because going to find them at the store can be difficult.  There are too many ingredients that we do not know what they are 

Nutritional Facts: (per serving)6 servings total

Calories- 145

Carbs- 21

Fiber 3

Sugar 5

Protein 10

Banana Protein Ice cream with PB2 & Coconut

Banana Protein Icecream with PB2 and coconut

Ingredients:

1 medium banana

3 tbsp PB2 powder

1 scoop vanilla protein  powder(I used Vanilla Shakeology),

1/4 cup water

3-4 ice cubes

1 tbsp unsweetened raw shredded coconut

*1 tbsp chocolate chips if you want to add a little extra sweetness.

Directions:

Blend  banana, 2 tbsp PB2, water, ice and protein powder

-Place in a container and freeze for 3-4 hours.

-Defrost for 10-15 minute before eating.

-Top with coconut, 1 tbsp PB2, and chocolate chips if desired!