8 Bad Habits Broken By Drinking A Meal Replacement Shake

Sometimes its hard to see the value in things when we first hear about them. When I first came across Beachbody, I hesitated with Shakeology. I wasn't sure how it would taste or if it was something that I would really want to drink everyday. Since there is a money back guarantee, I would try it out. It was only 30 days and after that, I wouldn't order it again. Then the package came and I tried it. It was delicious! After a few days of taking it, I could feel a difference and  realized how beneficial it was to my body. It gives me all the nutrients that I was lacking with just a normal diet.

We all have bad habits. Whether it is eating lots of sweets, staying up to late, smoking, or drinking, we have all fell to these at some point in our lives. Although Shakeology can't break all the bad habits in the world, I can help with several of them. Here is a list of eight bad habits that most of us face and how Shakeology can help to combat them.

1 - Eating too many calories. Many people eat way more calories then they need. Its amazing how fast they can add up. Like grabbing a small candy bar from a bowl you have sitting on the table. Its only one right? Then later you grab another as you walk by and maybe another later that evening. You are now up to three candy bars without even realizing it. With Shakeology, you are less snacky between meals.

2 - Skipping breakfast. This is so me. I have never been a breakfast person. Don't have time to make breakfast in the mornings? It takes about two minutes to blend a glass of Shakeology. You can even just dump the ingredients into a shaker cup and shake it on your way out the door or in the car.

3 - Not getting enough vegetables. Shakeology is a great way to sneak some veggies into your day. Just add some to the blender with your other ingredients. Spinach and kale are very beneficial greens and they wont change the taste of the shake. Even a little carrot will sweeten it up.

4. Forgetting a multivitamin. I have a hard time remembering to take a pill every day. Shakeology takes care of that for you. Its super packed with vitamins and minerals. It has prebiotics, probiotics, antioxidants, 23 vitamins and minerals, plus much more!

5 - Grabbing fast food. Keep Shakeology at work or carry a packet with you. If you find yourself rushed for lunch or a meeting, mix up a drink instead of stopping at the drive thru.

6 - Not exercising regularly. Some days its hard to find the motivation to exercise, especially if you are lacking energy or you just ate a heavy meal. Shakeology give you energy and also promote weight loss and lean muscle development.

7 - Eating a late dinner.  Its better to eat 5-6 small meals evenly spaced throughout the day. This helps keep your metabolism high and controls hunger. You don't have to put much thought into planning your shake.  Its the one meal you don't have to plan ahead.

8 - Over-indulging in sweets. Eating foods high in sugar contributes to diabetes, obesity, and other chronic diseases. This is a hard habit to break. You can sweeten your shake with some honey or maple syrup to help your sweet tooth. There are even desserts you can make, such as Shakeology oatmeal bars. They taste like no bake cookies!

Clean Crock Pot Chili

Who doesn't love curling up with a hot bowl of chili on a cool day? I know I do! I made this recipe and no one realized I switch up a few of the ingredients to make it cleaner. It has all the taste of homemade chili we all know and love but its healthier for you.

Makes 6 servings

2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 medium onions, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
3 medium tomatoes, diced
6 gloves of garlic, minced
1/4 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 lbs ground turkey
1 14oz can organic tomato sauce
2 15oz cans organic kidney beans

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add ground turkey breaking into pieces. When no longer pink, add onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook until softened. Transfer mixture to the crock pot. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, chili powder, and cumin. Stir to combine. Cook until the chili thickens and the flavors blend together. 8 hours on low or 6 hours on high.

If you have time to use dried beans, that is the better option. I also add about a teaspoon of cayenne pepper. I like a little kick to my chili.

Avocado and Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

Chicken salad and tuna salad sandwiches have always been a staple in our home. With the mayonnaise in it, they weren't a very healthy choice. I found this recipe and it is de-licious! It is a great alternative to the traditional chicken salads out there and an easy recipe for left over chicken. Check it out!

Avocado and Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

1 ripe avocado
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cups finely chopped or shredded cooked chicken breast
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
Pepper and garlic powder to taste

Mash avocado and mix with Greek yogurt until smooth. Stir in seasonings. Add chicken and red onion, Stir until all ingredients are combined. Serve on whole grain bread, wrap, pita, wrap in a lettuce leaf, or for a cute twist, serve in the avocado skins.

Enjoy!

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus in Cucumber Cups

This is a great way to change up the way you eat hummus. It would be so cute as an appetizer at a family get together or party.

Red Pepper Hummus in Cucumber Cups

1/2 cup diced jarred roasted red peppers
1 tablespoon tahini
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
pinch cayenne pepper
1 - 15oz can of garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 large garlic clove
2 cucumbers, preferable English

Hummus:
In a food processor, combine peppers, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, salt, cayenne pepper, beans, and garlic. Blend until smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl.

Run the tines of the fork down the length of each cucumber several times. Cut cucumbers into 1 inch rounds. Using a small melon baller or a round measuring spoon, scoop out the center of each cucumber round to form a hollow. Fill each cup with hummus, mounding slightly over the top. Garnish with a couple small slices of red peppers.

Enjoy!

CIZE

Shaun T is introducing a new program......CIZE!

 

Are you tired of the same ol' cardio?

Not a big fan of squats, lunges, or using weights?

Do you love to dance?

 

Then this new program is for you!

 

Here is a short video showing what it is all about:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYC2JpMJJFY

 

 

And if you think you can't dance, don't worry. Shaun breaks down the routines, step-by-step, move-by-move, and builds them into a full dance combo. And at the end, you'll get to CIZE IT UP to songs from Shaun's playlist. You'll be so focused on mastering the moves that for 35–40 minutes you'll forget you're actually burning fat and calories, and getting in the best shape  of your life.

 

This programs looks like so much fun you wont even realize you are getting a great cardio exercise. I am not the greatest dancer but I LOVE to dance. Learning a few new moves would be awesome. Losing weight and burning fat and calories is just an added bonus.

 

CIZE is "The end of exercize"

 

 

 

Coming your way in July 2015!!

 

Sign up to win a FREE copy of this new program and be one of the first ones to own it. Click the link below to enter!

 

https://rhondamerritt.wufoo.com/forms/m1pqauwx0gprm90/

Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Shake

 

 

Who wouldn't want to eat cookies or breakfast or lunch? Lets be honest! We have all done it, either eating cookies or donuts or some other kind of sweets. We just grab something quick because we are in a hurry or just craving that sweetness.

 

This Shakeology recipe take care of all that plus it is good for you! Try it out. You will love it!

 

1 scoop/packet of chocolate Shakeology

1/4 cup rolled oats

1 Tbsp peanut butter

1 tsp vanilla

1 cup water

A couple pieces of ice



Blend and enjoy!

To try Shakeology, contact me by clicking on the button below!
https://rhondamerritt.wufoo.com/forms/m1pqauwx0gprm90/

Beachbody On Demand

Are you like me and travel a lot? Do you like the idea of being able to have access to your workouts any time, any where with high speed internet? Beachbody on Demand is for you!! This is a new feature of the Team Beachbody Club. You have unlimited access from a computer or mobile device connected to high speed internet. I was one of the coaches selected to test it out. It was pretty neat!

You will have access to Beachbody's most popular programs such as:

- Insanity, Insanity Asylum Volume 1

- P90X, P90X2, P90X3

TurboFire

ChaLean Extreme

Brazil Butt Lift

Ten Minute Trainer

Hip Hop Abs

Also included are sample workouts from the newest programs. Have you thought about trying 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Extreme, Body Beast or Piyo? Now you can!

The program and nutrition guides for these programs are also available to view and download. Plus, all programs you have already purchased and any future purchases will be available to stream as well. I think that is awesome!

In addition to Beachbody on Demand, you will also enjoy these benefits:

- 10% discount on purchases

- Live trainer chats

- Recipes

- Meal planning tools

- Support

So, what's the cost of this amazing new product?

- $2.99 a week!!! It is billed quarterly at $38.87.

If you are drinking Shakeology or would like to try it, Beachbody on Demand is available this month as a challenge pack. The challenge pack is $140 and includes:

- 3 month Team Beachbody Club membership

- 30 day supply of Shakeology

- ME as your free coach for support and motivation