Welcome Resistance 2 and Cardio 2!!

Week Two is in the books.

I can't tell you if I lost weight... because the scale took a ride in the garbage truck this week :)  (enter anxiety ridden laughter)

I can tell you that two new routines came into play this week... and they are like a tale of two different opinions.  Resistance 2--I LOVE this one.  I can even keep up with the burpee presses.  Cardio 2--all the animal named moves can kiss my rear (frog burpees, gorilla crawls, water bugs).  Dear Lord.  My quads scream during this one.

I am feeling stronger.  I am getting up at 5 am excited to push play.  And really... that's what it's all about, right?  Getting healthy and having fun while doing it.  And I love seeing my group of ladies posting throughout the day.  Motivation, fun, friendship.  I have the best job <3

I wanted to share my meal plan for next week. Under the Meal Plans tab!  You're welcome :)

Week One--22 Minute Hard Corps

This week marks two years since I began my fitness journey.  Let's not get that confused with all the other attempts at gym memberships... running...sit ups during commercials...fad diets.  Because if that's what we're counting, I've been at this my whole life.  What I mean is, this marks two years of finally getting it right--fitness, nutrition, mind set, loving myself and the process.

I have grown a lot.  My endurance is amazing.  My attitude about working out has made a total transformation.  Getting dressed and shopping is fun ( I can actually shop from those cute little online boutiques now).  Bathing suit season isn't dreaded.  I can take Kara to the park and play.  I sleep better.  I have more confidence.  And, yes, I am damn proud of myself.

Which brings me to today... I just finished my last workout of my first week of 22 Minute Hard Corps.  22 minutes.  Boot camp style BASIC exercises.  Nothing crazy.  No wild equipment necessary.  Not a lot of space needed either.  And for my T25ers... no lunge squat progression :)

I have been so impressed with this program thus far.  In 22 minutes, I hit every muscle group without feeling frustrated or out of shape (okay, maybe the burpees still suck).  Anyone can do this program.  Modifier included.  

After my first workout--Cardio 1

I took before pics and will share my results after 4 weeks.  And again at the completion of the program (8 weeks).  I can already tell you some things... 

1. Gorilla crawls are fun, but they are leg sculptors.
2. Push-ups get easier as you get stronger.  I can now complete ALL of them.  Day one, I was lucky to do half of them.
3. Squats and lunges are legit.  If you can feel your butt the day after, then you know it's being lifted up off your legs.  
4. Core work set to 11 reps each...amazing.  Just enough to feel it without wanting to throw things.
5. My challenge group is an amazing set of ladies <3

Now for some results....
I lost 1/4 inch off my natural waist and a 1/4 inch off my belly button. And a 1/4 inch off both thighs.  My arms and weight stayed the same.
That may not seem like much... but compounded over 8 weeks.... think about that :)

I also wanted to share my meal plan for next week--recipes are on my recipes section.

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Turkey Taco Pepper Nachos

Turkey Taco Pepper Nachos - Fix Approved

1 Red Turkey Taco Meat (homemade seasoning or low sodium)
1 Yellow Refried Beans
1 Blue Shredded Cheese
3 Mini peppers sliced, seeds removed

Layer Refried beans, Taco meat and cheese bake in oven 350 for 5 min or until cheese melted...

Container Count:  1 Red . 1 Yellow. 1 Blue . 1 Green

MONSTER Meatloaf

Monster Meatloaf

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups chopped onion & red peppers
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp minced garlic
1/4 cup low-­‐sodium soy sauce
3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 tsp tomato paste (no salt added)

2 lbs extra lean ground turkey (or ground chicken breast)

1 cup quick cooking oats
4 egg whites
1 cup reduced sugar or natural ketchup

1.    Preheat oven to 350 degrees & spray 9x13 Pyrex dish with non-­‐stick spray.
2.    In a large sauté pan, cook the onions & peppers with salt, pepper, & thyme until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
3.    Add garlic, soy sauce, chicken broth, & tomato paste, mixing until heated through.
4.    Set mixture aside to cool.
5.    In a large bowl combine ground turkey (or chicken), egg whites, oats, & sautéed mixture (cooled).
6.    Mix by hand until all incorporated & press flat into the 9X13 Pyrex dish.
7.    Spread  ketchup  in  an  even  layer  on  top  of  the  prepared  turkey  (or chicken).
8.    Place in the oven to bake for 1 hour & 20 minutes.

Container Count:

1 Slice or 2 Muffins

1 Red  1/4 Yellow

Veggie Egg Cups

VEGGIE EGG CUPS

Total Time: 35 min.
Prep Time: 15 min.
Cooking Time: 20 min.
Yield: 6 servings, 2 each

Recipe from Beachbody Blog

Ingredients:
Nonstick cooking spray
12 large eggs
Sea salt (or Himalayan salt) and ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
1 (10-oz.) bag baby spinach, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
2 green onions, chopped

Preparation:
1. Heat oven to 375° F.
2. Lightly coat a regular twelve-cup muffin tin with spray. Set aside.
3. Place eggs in a large bowl; whisk to blend. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
4. Add spinach, bell pepper, and green onions; mix well.
5. Evenly pour egg mixture into muffin cups.
6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of cups comes out clean.