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HECK YES I CAN CHALLENGE!

HEY EVERYONE!
I am looking for 10 people who are ready to kick off August in my "Heck yes I can" challenge group!

You will get...
*30 minute workouts
*30 days of Shakeology with the shakeology cup
*7 color coded containers for exactly the right portions
*simple eating plan (no calorie counting or weighing ounces)
*encouragement, support and motivation
*VIP access to my online group
*PRIZES

I am giving away the Fixate cookbook for those who are committed to doing the full 21 days for the 21 Day Fix Program.

Comment below "heck yes I can" or "I'm in" and I will message you the details.

Cannot be a coach or working with a coach.

And for the first 5 people to purchase the 21 Day Fix Challenge Pack there will be an additional SURPRISE prize!

GUILTY PLEASURES!

Here is one of my absolute FAVORITE things to eat....totally delish!!!

Quinoa and Avocado Sushi Rolls

 

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Serves: 3 rolls (6-8 pieces per roll)

Ingredients:

For the Roll:

• 3 sheets of Nori (sushi paper)
• bamboo rolling mat
• plastic wrap
• 1 cup of Quinoa
• 1⅓ cups of water
• ½ cup rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 ripe California Avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced
• ½ cup sun dried tomatoes in oil, drained
• 3 strips of bacon, crispy

For the Spicy Mayo:

• 2 tbsp Japanese Mayo
• 2 tsp Sriracha Hot Sauce
• dash of Sesame Oil

Instructions:

For the Quinoa:

1. Wash the quinoa in cool water to remove any soapy residue. Place quinoa and water in a small sauce pan. Set to high heat, stirring occasionally until it reaches a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and let cook for 12-15 minutes.
2. Meanwhile in a small saucepan combine the vinegar, sugar and salt over low heat. Stir constantly until the sugar and salt are dissolved, then remove from heat and cool. Once the quinoa is cooked use a wooden spoon to scoop it into a plastic or wooden bowl. (do not use a metal bowl, it does not react well to the vinegar). Pour the vinegar mixture over the quinoa gently fold it in. Let the quinoa cool to room temperature.

For the Sushi Roll

1. Place the bamboo mat on a flat surface, lay a sheet of plastic wrap on top, then a sheet of Nori on top of that.
2. Use the back of the wooden spoon to carefully spread the cooled quinoa evenly over the Nori (about a ¼" thick). Leave about ¼" of the Nori uncovered at the end furthest from you.
3. Place two to three pieces of California Avocado on top of the quinoa (the side closest to you), followed by a few pieces of sun dried tomato, then top with the crispy bacon.
4. Lift the end of the mat, and gently roll it over the ingredients, pressing gently. Roll it forward to make a complete roll. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
5. Use a sharp and wet knife to cut into 1" pieces.

EATING HEALTHY DOESN'T HAVE TO BE BORING AND TASTELESS!

I wanted to start sharing some yummy recipes with you!   

Eating healthy doesn't mean you can't eat a variety of delicious foods!

WOO-HOO! LOOK WHAT CAME IN!

I love cookbooks and this came in today!  Feels like Christmas in July!  

So excited to try these recipes out!!!

#yummy

TURN THOSE NO'S INTO YES'S!

You can turn that no I can't into YES I CAN!

You can turn those fears into courage

You can use your journey into an inspiration for others

You can turn your excuses into action

You can turn that bad day into a good day

You can turn a negative into a positive

You can turn your life into what you want it to be!

You are stronger than your fears!

You are more important than your excuses.

You are worth the risk.

Don't ever forget that!

REMEMBER YOUR WHY AND KEEP GOING FOR IT!!!

FIND A WAY OR FIND AN EXCUSE...

Ever have those days where you just DON'T want to work out?  I DO

When those thoughts start getting into my head...I go through the positives and negatives.

POSITIVE...
I feel better about myself
I am one day closer to my goal
I have more energy
I am getting stronger
I am proud of myself
I am healthier
I believe in myself

NEGATIVE...
I am disappointed in myself
I give up on me
I feel "blah"
I don't want to do anything
I throw myself a pity party
I doubt myself

So...which one do I choose?  Which one makes me feel better?  Do I find a way or find an excuse? To me...it is a no brainer.

EVERY DAY IS A CHOICE!  

DELICIOUS WATER FLAVORS!

Whether you are working out, hanging out at the lake or just trying to stay cool in this heat....make sure you drink plenty of water!

Here are some yummy recipes to give your water a kick...

GOALS...STARTING, BELIEVING AND KEEP GOING!

When I first started this journey back in September 2014...I was scared!  I was constantly getting in my own way and sabotaging myself.  I kept telling myself it was too hard and I was going to fail so why bother.

BUT I started thinking "Lori...you are miserable anyway...at least try".

So my first goal was STARTING!  I kept making excuses for why I shouldn't but I knew I NEEDED to do this for me....not anyone else but for me!  Was it hard?  Hell yes it was hard!  I was so sore and wondered what had I gotten myself into to.

Second goal....BELIEVE IN ME!  When I first started I kept getting on the scale and would let the number define how I was doing and who I was.  But I realized it is more than that....how were my clothes fitting, how my mindset was changing and how much better my eating was.  MOST IMPORTANTLY....I started believing in myself again!

Third goal...KEEP GOING!  No matter how many times I stumble...no matter how many mistakes I make....I refuse to give up.  I look at my before photo and remember "why" I started.  I don't want to go back and live that way again.

STUMBLED BUT KEEPING MY PROMISE TO MYSELF...

Wow...things have been crazy lately.

First we helped move my oldest daughter and granddaughter to Texas and then we helped friends move to Kentucky.

To be honest...I have fallen off track with my nutrition and workouts.

I have two choices...
1.  Let my stumble stop me from achieving my goals
                                       OR
2.  Don't focus on the past and keep going.

I choose to keep going!  Why?  Because when I look at my before pic and how miserable and embarrassed I was...I ask myself "Do I want to go back there?"  "Do I want to be that person again?"

No matter how many times I stumble and fall...I made a promise to myself to keep going and never give up.

It is not always easy but one day at a time....I CAN DO THIS!