tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-92169020125120086352024-03-03T19:26:24.002-05:00Coach Angelena Marie Angelena Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317281736657457259noreply@blogger.comBlogger179125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216902012512008635.post-84434340908915700962016-08-23T20:17:00.003-04:002016-08-23T20:17:37.370-04:00Costco Premier Protein Promo + Premier Protein Giveaway <br />
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Do you love shopping at Costco as much as I do? When I found out about the promo that Costco and <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> were having I was excited to go and check it out. For a limited time Costco was offering $5 off per case of <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a>. I did share this on my <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a> as well. Toady is the last day to take advantage, but don't worry if you missed out, I have a giveaway for you!<br />
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One of the things that I enjoy about shopping at Costco is the customer service. The people who work at Costco are so helpful and friendly, and since we have been shopping at the same one for quite some time, we know a lot of the associates. I also love the wide array of products they carry as well, including cases of <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> shakes in Chocolate, Vanilla and Strawberry. When I went in to get my case on promo, it was quite easy. I showed my membership card, was greeted with a hello and a smile and went on my way. I had a few other things to get as well so I picked those up then headed toward the front to get my case of chocolate <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> shakes. The are usually located up toward the front of the store, I popped it in my cart and went to check out. The savings came off instantly, no more clipping coupons (which I am not so good at), which is really convenient. I love knowing that when ever I need more shakes I can pop into Costco and get what I need.<br />
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Now it is time for an August Giveaway! I can't believe that it is almost time for my daughter to go back to school, the summer has flown by, but we have enjoyed it! Do you have kiddos that are heading back to school? One thing that I always have in my purse is a <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> bar for those times I am out grocery shopping or back to school shopping. So here is my Back to School Giveaway! See the details below to enter. One winner will receive one shake in each flavor, a chocolate mint fiber bar, a white fudge raspberry, and a chocolate peanut butter bar. Must be 18 to enter, US resident only. Once the winner has been notified you have 24 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen.<br />
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Just to give you a pregnancy update....I am now almost 18 weeks (on Thursday) along and I am feeling really good. I have most of my energy mid morning through the afternoon. I have been feeling the nesting coming on and I am going room by room and organizing and decorating (for the few rooms we painted and didn't decorate). We will find out the sex of the baby September 1st and I will be doing a fun reveal. Well that is the plan anyway...with my daughter we tried to find out and couldn't at the anatomy ultrasound, and since my husband didn't really want to know we waited until delivery. This time I want to know, so I can be prepared. Thankfully all of my baby stuff is neutral since we didn't know the sex of the baby. With my daughter being in school, it will give me time to get things organized. If it is a girl I will have to get out the old newborn stuff, wash it and get it ready. And since my c-section is scheduled for 3 days after my daughters birthday the clothes will line up pretty close! If it is a boy, I will have time to do some shopping and redecorating of the nursery. I am so excited for this little one to arrive, and I can't believe I am almost 1/2 way there! I will post a longer update next week when we find out the sex!<br />
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<br />Angelena Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317281736657457259noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216902012512008635.post-89818707125887266222016-07-22T11:24:00.000-04:002016-07-22T11:50:39.257-04:00An Announcement + Premier Protein Salted Caramel Frozen Protein Coffee Recipe Hi!! I know that it has been a while since I have blogged, but sometimes life just gets busy! I really do miss blogging and I am going to try and get back to it a few times a month. I do have some exciting news to share with you all...<br />
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I am expecting my second child!! My sweet little girl is going to be a big sister :-) We are all so excited and couldn't feel more blessed. I am due in January (6 days after my daughters birthday!), so it will be an exciting few months. I have been having a pretty normal pregnancy so far, my first trimester was filled with the usual pregnancy symptoms, nausea & fatigue were the most notable. Now that I am heading into my second trimester I am feeling a lot better and I am back to getting my workouts in. I tried to workout in my first trimester, but between the fatigue and nausea it didn't happen. I did so some walking, but mostly I napped a lot! I am focusing now on getting in at least 4 days of workouts weekly, which consist of lifting weights and walking. I am also tracking my eating to make sure I am eating enough protein and getting enough calories in. I gained 60 lbs with my first pregnancy and I don't want to do that again. I am aiming for 25 total. I know that if I focus on eating whole foods and staying active I will be able to do that. When I have the baby, I will be a mom to two and life will be different, until we can find our new routine. So I don't want to feel like I have a huge weight loss goal to accomplish after I have the baby. I am pretty sure this will be our last one so I want to enjoy my time with the baby and my daughter and not worry too much about shedding pregnancy weight. My goal is to have a fit and healthy pregnancy and feel strong the whole time. I will be sure to share how my pregnancy is going and when we find out the sex of the baby we will be doing a fun announcement as well! Be sure to follow me on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for belly pics and updates :-) <br />
How did you stay fit & healthy during your pregnancy?<br />
I would love to hear your tips!<br />
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This summer has been so blazing hot already and I have been thinking of good ways to stay cool! I have been craving slushies (full of sugar!) so I decided to put a few of my favorite things together to make a healthy frozen coffee! In the summer my hubby and I love making cold brew coffee, we had some left over in the fridge. One day I opened the fridge and sitting on the top shelf was the cold brew, my caramel <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> shake, and my favorite coffee creamer...and thus Salted Caramel Frozen Protein Coffee was born! I threw it all in a blender and it was the perfect frozen healthy treat to cool me off!<br />
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1 container <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> Caramel Shake<br />
2 tbsp Salted Caramel Creamer<br />
4-6 oz cold coffee<br />
2 cups of ice<br />
Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until ice is crushed, pour in a glass and enjoy!<br />
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The <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> Caramel flavor is available nationwide at select retailers including Walmart. It is a delish addition to the other yummy flavors!<br />
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I hope that you are enjoying your summer! I am off to get a workout in then try to beat this heat today.<br />
<br />I am linking up with Annmarie at <a href="http://thefitfoodiemama.com/gluten-free-french-toast-sticks-blueberry-sauce/" target="_blank">The Fit Foodie Mama</a>, Farrah from <a class="external" href="http://fairyburger.com/" rel="nofollow"><span class="s1">Fairyburger</span></a>, Esther from <a class="external" href="http://chocolaterunnergirl.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow"><span class="s1">Chocolate Runner Girl</span></a> and Jess from <a class="external" href="http://hellotofit.com/" rel="nofollow"><span class="s1">Hello to Fit</span></a> for Foodie Friday! Head over and check out some of the yummy recipes! :-) <br />
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<br />Angelena Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317281736657457259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216902012512008635.post-82509744349520902742016-04-22T14:02:00.000-04:002016-04-22T14:02:34.009-04:00Vanilla Protein Coffee + Fuel Your Day Premier Protein Giveaway <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you are like me you love coffee...I mean what better way to start your day than with a sweet cup of goodness! If you are like me you also brew too much some days and have some left in the carafe that you don't want to go to waste. One day I was really craving an iced coffee, so I took my leftover coffee I stored in the fridge and poured it over a glass of ice, added a little of my favorite salted caramel creamer. I was also really sore that day and while I was grabbing my creamer my vanilla <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> caught my eye. And then a light bulb went off...Vanilla Protein Coffee! I added to my cup and viola...it was delish! It got me thinking that the next time I try it I could add it all to a blender and make a healthy and protein packed "frappachino" of sorts. Now that warmer weather is on the way this is the perfect way to refuel and refresh at the same time! Next time you have some leftover coffee and some vanilla <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> try it out, trust me...your taste buds will thank me!<br />
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I have been working hard to make sure I reach my goals by meal prepping and having good food in my fridge. I workout hard and want to refuel when I am done. I think of my food as fuel for the day and for my workouts. This made me wonder...How do YOU fuel your day? For my April <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> Giveaway I decided to ask my Facebook followers how they fuel their day. Want to join in the fun and enter to win? <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AngelenasOnFireFitness/photos/a.384467964969553.91307.379776788772004/986873328062344/?type=3&theater" target="_blank">Click here</a> to head over to Facebook to check it out and enter!<br />
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I hope that you are able to get out and enjoy some the the lovely spring weather where ever you are! I have been spending more time outside with my daughter, and we are just so happy not to be cooped up from the cold! Have a wonderful day and thank for stopping by! <br />
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<br />Angelena Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317281736657457259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216902012512008635.post-20422077987665988942016-03-30T01:00:00.000-04:002016-03-30T01:00:14.440-04:00TRX Training Day + Booty Burning Workout + Premier Protein Banana Nut Bread Smoothie <br />
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Last Sunday I went to a TRX Group Training class so I can start working with clients and classes on the TRX suspension trainer. I have always wanted to learn more about how to use the TRX for workouts and for clients. I love that in order to use it properly you have to activate your core. It was a great class, and we even did a workout. I was so sore the next day. I was able to get the certification because of my ambassadorship with <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a>. As a trainer ambassador I received a grant to fund my continuing education. Since I am wanting to get back in to a gym teaching classes and eventually training clients it always helps to add certifications to my arsenal, and makes me more valuable to potential clients and to the gym I want to work for. <br />
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Actually next week I will start teaching a group fitness class at a gym in my area. I am really excited to get back into a gym and doing some teaching. My class is called Shred and we will be doing strength and cardio circuits to burn fat and build lean muscle. I have been busy getting my workouts together and I can't wait to share how it goes!<br />
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Are you ready for a Booty Burning Workout? I love working my glutes and I notice a difference when I am wearing leggings, which lets be honest, is all the time! Now that shorts season is coming I have been adding an extra leg day and an extra arms & shoulder day too! Ready for a great workout? Try this one and let me know if your buns were burning!! *Disclaimer: Remember I am a personal trainer, but not your personal trainer. Be sure to get the green light from your doctor before starting this or any exercise program. This is a general workout and may not be suitable for everyone.<br />
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Now that you got your workout in you are ready for your Protein shake! This recipe is one of my favorites, because I love banana bread. <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> is going to be launching a new flavor of pre-made shakes Bananas & Cream...and I was sent a few to try before they hit the shelves of Sam's club on April 5th! My husband loves this shake the best so far, I think it is delish (but I am a chocolate girl at heart). It is great to have one more flavor to add in the mix and to share with my clients.<br />
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<a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> Banana Nut Bread Smoothie<br />
1 container <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> Bananas & Cream (or vanilla if you don't have banana)<br />
1 small banana<br />
1 tbsp Almond Butter<br />
1 scoop BCAA & Glutamine (great for post workout recovery)<br />
Dash or 2 of cinnamon<br />
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One thing that will keep you from reaching your goals is the way that you talk to yourself and the conversations that you have in your mind. I don't think that we pay enough attention to what we are saying to ourselves because there are so many outside distractions. We log into Facebook and read what is going on, visit Instagram and check out all the pictures. All of this is playing into how we think about ourselves and how we talk to ourselves. Especially if you are following a lot of fitness pages, like I do. I think we start to compare and then decide that we are not as______ as someone else. You must remember that what you see on social media is what people want to you see. But we all know that there is more to life than what we show our friends and followers on social media. So we have conversations with ourselves about how we are not as _____ as "Jane" or "Sally". Which can lead to negative self talk. Comparison is the thief of joy! Maybe it comes with age, but I have let that go. Or Maybe it is because I am a mother now, and I think about myself differently. I do know that it has taken work and time to change how I talk to myself and the conversations I have with myself.<br />
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Fear and Self doubt are two things that most of us face or have faced in the past. They are the voices in our head that say "You can't do this", "You're not worth it", "Why even bother?". How do these thoughts get there? I am not sure? Television? Social media? People in our lives? I am not really sure, I am guessing a mix of those things. If you follow me on <a href="http://instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AngelenasOnFireFitness/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> you have probably seen by now that I am doing the TTP program that Amber Dodzweit has designed an I am part of the Ateam, a group of amazing women! When I started back in January, I filled out the questions in the info that was sent to us and there were two questions that stood out to me. They had to do with feeling like you deserve success and if you are having doubts about being successful. I have to say that when I answered them honestly, I cried. Because at that point I thought that I didn't deserve it and had doubts that I could achieve what I really wanted. It was then that I realized that I had the power to change my mind about these things and that is what I set out to do. "Limits, just like fear are often just an illusion." <br />
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Someone shared this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26U_seo0a1g" target="_blank">video</a> by Mateuz M on Facebook and I watched it and it was so inspiring. It made me feel like I could do anything. So what I started to do was watch it when I was warming up for a workout, then I would watch the next and the next and each title was pulling me in to watch. Unbroken, Unstoppable, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgmVOuLgFB0" target="_blank">Why Do We Fall</a>, Desire. These are all amazing videos. When you have the time go and watch them, the messages are powerful. These messages started to seep into my thoughts and when a negative thought crept it I replaced it with something empowering. I was taking control of my thoughts and my mind. Have you ever read the quote "The body can handle anything, its the mind you have to convince?" If there is one thing that I have leaned in my past 7 weeks of working hard at changing my mindset it is this. We have to train our minds just like we train our bodies. We have to replace the bad with the good.<br />
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One of the voices in the videos I watched and listen to on repeat was <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26U_seo0a1g" target="_blank">Eric Thomas</a>. He is a motivational speaker and he speaks with such passion that it is hard not to want to run out and get your workout in or start writing your business plan! He came from nothing, was born in Detroit to a teenage mother and didn't have a father, he was homeless. But he was able to get himself to where he is now with mindset and hard work. Look him up on YouTube and watch his videos.<br />
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So where am I going with all of this? The thing that I want to share the most is that if you want to change you have to start with your mind. You have to decide that you want to change. You have to find your WHY, the reason you are going to work hard to reach your goals, whatever they may be. You have to work every day to change the negative self talk that creeps into your mind. It is a practice that you must master. I still have doubts or fears that creep in, but I quickly replace those thoughts with a positive one, I don't give power to those thoughts. I remember my bigger why, the reason that I am working on the things that I am working on. The things that give my life meaning and why I live with passion. We only get one chance to live the life we want. It is possible for you to live the life that you are meant to live. Find what gives your life passion and pursue that! Don't ever forget that your thoughts are powerful. Make them positive! <br />
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I would love to hear from you in the comments about how you overcome negative self talk and what goals and dreams you are working on pursuing. Next week I will share some of the things that I am working on in my personal training/fitness career. <br />
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You've just killed your workout and you're about to hop in the shower and get ready for your day. But wait!! You didn't have your post-workout shake or smoothie! Did you know that within 45 minutes after your strength training workout that it is important to have the right combo of protein and carbohydrates? Did you know there are other things that can go into your recovery post workout as well?<br />
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Over my 6 years as a personal trainer, and as I am going through my studying for Precision Nutrition I have learned so much about how your nutrition affects your body, and how important it is to get the right nutrition post workout.<br />
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<li><b>Fuel up within 45-60 minutes after your workout.</b> This is important if you just did your strength training and are looking to lose fat and gain muscle. I recommend a protein shake with at least 25g of protein and about 10-15g of carbohydrates. The carbs will help transport the protein to your muscle to help start the repair process. Did you know that this is when your muscles grow? So this post workout timing is important. The easiest way to do this is with a protein shake and a banana. This is my go to. If you are on the go and have to toss something in your gym bag, check out these pre-made Premier Protein shakes. They are perfect with a half a banana. If you are able to make a shake at home mix 1 1/2 cups of water, a scoop of protein (or one pre-made premier protein shake), 1/2 a banana, and a dash of cinnamon, blend and enjoy. </li>
<li><b>Eat your protein! </b> Protein is the building block of muscle, and the more muscle you build the more fat your body will burn at rest. It is important to hit this macro-nutrient daily. Depending on your goals your daily protein intake should be between 30-40% of your daily calorie intake. </li>
<li><b>Don't skimp on stretching! </b>Be sure you are stretching before and after your workout. This will help to warm up and cool down your body. It will also help to stretch the muscles you just worked hard. </li>
<li><b>Foam rolling is your best friend.</b> Foam rolling your tight muscles may hurt, but it is so important to get in at least a few times a week. It helps to release some of the tightness you are feeling and will aid in recovery. It will also help to lengthen your muscles as well. It is not a costly investment and you can do it while you watch television at night before bed!</li>
<li><b>Boost your recovery with BCAA's</b>. BCAA stands for Branch Chain Amino Acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. BCAA's help to increase protein synthesis (protein breakdown for muscle building), and even help to increase your cell's capacity for protein synthesis. So what this means is adding an extra scoop of BCAA's to your post-workout protein shake will help to start repairing your muscles quicker. I use unflavored and add it to my daily shake and I don't taste them. You can also buy a flavored one and drink it during a workout. I don't like anything but pure water when I workout which is why I stick to the former. </li>
<li><b>Have a spa night with an Epsom salts bath!</b> This is one of my favorite ways to relax and to help relieve sore muscles. I try to get one in weekly, sometimes it doesn't happen, but when it does I sleep like a baby that night. Add a cup of Epsom salts to hot water and let them dissolve. You can even add a few drops of your favorite essential oil. I set a timer for 20 minutes and put some spa music on my Pandora and relax away my sore muscles. Since your skin in your largest organ, it absorbs the magnesium, which is necessary for muscle building and repair. Plus it is a good way to spend some quiet time at night. Try it, you will come back and thank me. </li>
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I hope that you are having a wonderful day! Go kill that workout and be sure to refuel properly :-)<br />
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Angelena Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317281736657457259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216902012512008635.post-89035062043361717022016-01-31T17:50:00.000-05:002016-01-31T21:24:37.409-05:00Staying Fit and Healthy As a Mom + Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Shake <br />
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One thing that I love about being a mom is showing my daughter what it means to be healthy and to live a healthy lifestyle. My mom did that for me. We were always active and she always cooked us healthy food. I remember all the bike rides and walks we would go on as kids, and we would spend hours at the parks too. When we got old enough she has us in sports as well. We all got to try different sports to see what we liked the best. Then in middle and high school we had to choose one team sport to play. I loved that she made sure we got involved in team sports and stayed active. I loved soccer, volleyball, track, and I eventually found my passion...tennis! I also learned how to lift weights when I was 15, my brother who was a football player, taught me my way around the gym. This is something I am forever grateful for. I love lifting weights, it is such a great stress reliever and it keeps me strong and healthy so I can take care of my daughter and be around and healthy as she gets older too.<br />
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Ever since she was a baby and I got cleared for exercise I have worked out. She is a January baby, and where I live it is freezing in January, so I would just go in my basement gym (my awesome hubby built for me), and get my workouts in while she napped. It was just something that I worked into my routine. When it warmed up I would go for a 4 mile walk everyday, and it helped to get some sun and fresh air. Fast forward to 4 years later, and I still get my workouts in regularly. It is something that she is used to and she has her toys in the basement so she can play or come hang out with me in the gym if she wants. As a mom of a daughter it is important for me to set a healthy example for her. I don't talk about losing weight or toning up around her, I tell her I am getting strong so I can carry her when she needs me to and to be able to be a good mom to her. We cook healthy meals at home, but I also don't restrict too much from her. We talk about healthy foods we can eat all the time and treat food that we can eat sometimes. The only thing that I will not let her eat is fast food, I don't want her to have a taste for it. It is chemically enhanced to make you crave it, and my hope is that by the time she tries it (hopefully she won't), it will taste gross to her. My hope is that she grows up with a love for being active and eating healthy foods and eats the treat foods in moderation. I just want her to be happy and healthy!<br />
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<b>Here are my top 5 tips for staying fit & healthy as a mom: </b><br />
<b>1) Schedule your workouts</b>. Think of your workouts as a healthy appointment you have with yourself and don't cancel it! Re-schedule if needed, but don't skip it. You are more likely to get it in if you have a plan, set an alarm in your phone as a reminder and put your workout clothes on. <br />
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<b>2) Have your kids join in.</b> If they are old enough to do what you are doing, have them join in. Or make a modified version of what you are doing so they can join in. If they are little enough, hold them while you squat or do your push ups with them laying under you and give them a kiss each time you go down (I used to do this when my daughter was a baby and she loved it!) <br />
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<b>3) Wake up early and get it done!</b> This one is easier said than done, especially if you are not a morning person like me! :-) However, if you make it a habit it gets easier and then you have it out of the way. I try and get up at least 2 times a week before my daughter is up and workout. It makes the days she goes to school a little easier. Then when she is at school I can get studying, cleaning, blogging or errands done. Need some help getting up early to workout? <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/2015/09/5-tips-to-become-morning-workout-person.html" target="_blank">Check out these tips.</a><br />
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<b>4) Make your nutrition a priority.</b> When you eat healthy, your family eats healthy! Plan out your meals for the week before you grocery shop and this will make it easier to have a healthy week. Also, keep healthy snacks on hand. I always have a <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> Fiber bar or pre-made shake in my purse when I am out in case I get hungry. I will also keep an apple and some nuts with me too. These make it easy to snack healthy when I am on the go. Pack a healthy snack for your kiddos too!<br />
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<b>5) Ask for help when you need it!</b> Sometimes as moms we think we have to do it all by ourselves! But we have spouses, or family that can help out when needed. Ask your spouse to hang out with the kids while you get your workout done, this will keep them busy and give you the time you need to workout. You deserve the time you need to get your workout in. I know that getting my workouts in makes me a happier mom and wife! There are plenty of people to help you when you need it, all you have to do is ask!<br />
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I hope that these tips help! Do you have any to add? I would love to hear them in the comments. :-)<br />
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Ready for a delicious Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Shake? Of course you are! Who doesn't love peanut butter and chocolate together? This is another amazing recipe from <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a>. Try it out and let me know what you think! I love it!<br />
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When I was contacted about reviewing a Babble Boxx I was curious because I had never heard of them before. As I read on I learned it was a sampling and review program. I received the health & wellness edition for January for the Revamp Your Routine products. I was so excited when I got the box, it was big and had lots of cute pink writing on it! I couldn't wait to open it! </div>
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I was excited to check everything out and start using the products. I loved that there were little product cards for each of the items to learn a little more. I was pleasantly surprised to find a hardcover book with the catchy title Stop & Drop Diet! Once I got everything unboxxed I was ready to start sampling! </div>
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The first product that I tried was the <a href="http://www.dickinsonsusa.com/skin-care-products/refreshingly-clean-towelettes/" target="_blank">Dickinson's Original Witch Hazel On-the-Go refreshingly clean towelettes</a>. Twice a week I workout first thing in the morning, and lately I have been trying to add more. One of the things that I would forget to do is wash my face right away. After a few times I noticed that I was breaking out. The next morning workout I had after getting my BabbleBoxx I used one of these ready-to-go wipes right after my workout. It was so convenient, I just opened it up and wiped down my face, neck & chest. It was refreshing right after my sweaty workout and it dried nicely. I didn't even need to use a moisturizer after. If I were a gym goer, I workout in my basement, I would definitely have these travel size towelettes in my gym bag. These are something that I have been using regularly after my morning workouts and I haven't had any more breakouts! These wipes have helped me to revamp my post-workout face washing routine!</div>
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The next products I was excited to try was the <a href="http://www.stashtea.com/" target="_blank">Stash Tea</a>. I have tried Stash before, but never these intriguing flavors. One night after coming in from playing with my daughter out in the snow I made her some hot chocolate, I'm not a big hot chocolate fan so I decided on a cup of the Gold Cup Chai with Turmeric. I have been reading a lot about the health benefits of turmeric and was curious to know how it tasted. I wasn't too sure of the chai, because I have had it before and wasn't a fan. However this tea was delicious! It was a little sweet and a little spicy, I added a little organic honey and it made it even better. I also loved that it was organic and caffeine free. I enjoyed the whole glass while it warmed me up.<br />
The second flavor was Organic Lavender Tulsi. I am a huge lavender fan and I use it in an essential oil form often, as it is so calming and relaxing. When I opened the tea bag I could smell the beautiful lavender aroma and was excited to try the tea. I was not disappointing, it was just as good as the Chai. It was comforting and relaxing and I enjoyed a cup while I was reading the Stop & Drop Diet book. These flavors have both become staples in my nightly routine, while I sit down at night to relax. Stash Tea is offering 15% Off your entire online order with the code BABBLE15 until February 12th. Head over to <a href="http://www.stashtea.com/">www.stashtea.com</a> to order.<br />
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The <a href="http://www.stopanddropdiet.com/" target="_blank">Stop & Drop Diet</a> book, was easy to read and was laid out so it was really easy to follow. It is a flexible plan that teaches readers easy ways to STOP eating the unhealthy foods they love and find a healthier version. I like that she has a kick starer plan with meal plans you can follow. For someone who is on the go and eats out a lot this plan will help you to make better choices at your favorite restaurants. However, for myself who rarely eats at the places mentioned in the book, they are not meal plans that I would follow. There are a lot of processed foods on the plans and I tend to eat and recommend more whole foods in their natural form. That being said, if you are someone who regularly eats at these places, this book lays out a plan on better choices. <br />
After the kick starter plan there is a steady loss plan. Again on this plan there are a lot of processed foods, although she does recommend some whole foods as well. There are better versions of unhealthy choices so again it can help. After the steady loss there is a maintain plan. It is similar to the other plans in what it is recommending, and there are some processed option and some whole food options as well. <br />
The last part of the book has a lot of great visuals, and this would be helpful when you are on the go and are looking for healthier options. <br />
Overall, it has good recommendations for most people who are on the Standard American Diet (SAD), but for someone who cooks most of their food at home and tries to limit processed foods, it is not the best plan. It does offer healthier versions, however I don't eat at fast food places and don't recommend that my clients do as well. It would be helpful to have so you know how to make some healthier swaps when you are on the go. You can find more information and the online companion guide at <a href="http://www.stopanddropdiet.com/" target="_blank">Stop & Drop Diet.com</a> and you can visit <a href="http://www.enrichu.com/" target="_blank">EnrichU</a> for the e-learning platform. <br />
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Ahhhh, pancakes! These <a href="http://www.birchbenders.com/" target="_blank">Birch Benders</a> Gluten Free pancakes did not disappoint! My 4 year old loves pancakes and was excited for me to make these. They are made with organic and all natural ingredients so I can feel good about making them for her. The texture was not quite the same as a regular pancake, but the taste was great! We did top them with grass fed butter and some organic maple syrup as pancakes should be eaten. I do try to limit the amount of gluten in my diet so these would be a good mix into our breakfasts. I do caution those with a nut allergy to beware because they are made with hazelnut flour. I would recommend these to anyone who is looking for an easy to make gluten free pancake!<br />
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Overall I really enjoyed the the products that came in my Babble Boxx! It was nice to try out some new products that I might not have found on my own. You can find out more about <a href="http://www.babbleboxx.com/" target="_blank">BabbleBoxx</a> on their website.<br />
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So far being a <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a> Trainer Ambassador is so much fun! I have received some awesome swag and product to share with clients, friends and family. Everyone who tries them really loves them. The protein and fiber bars are so yummy! I am a chocolate lover, so the chocolate bars really satisfy my sweet tooth. The cookies and cream fiber bar is my favorite so far, plus I love that they have 7g of fiber and 15 g of protein, I always have one in my purse. I also really love how convenient the pre-made shakes are, when I am pressed for time I grab one instead of making one of my own, they only have 160 calories and have 30g of protein! I will be doing a giveaway on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a> this week, be sure to follow me on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for your chance to win. Here is a little peek into what I am giving away:<br />
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Now that the holidays are upon us and we are craving all the sweets that come along with the celebrations I want to share two recipes for High Protein Holiday Shakes that satisfy your sweet tooth! The first is one that I came up with. The Chocolate Candy Cane Protein Shake, because I need a healthy alternative to my favorite coffee shop peppermint mocha! This shake gives you the same flavors, but without all the sugar, and it packs a protein punch. I make this before I head out for my holiday shopping and it keeps me satisfied so I don't splurge when I am out and about! If you love chocolate and peppermint, this shake is for you. It is simple and you only need a few ingredients.<br />
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1<a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank"> Premier Protein</a> 11oz chocolate shake<br />
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Blend protein, ice, cocoa powder and peppermint extract in Nutri-bullet or blender and mix until smooth, pour into glass and top with crushed candy cane. Enjoy!<br />
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The next recipe is from <a href="http://bit.do/AngelenaR" target="_blank">Premier Protein</a>. It is the Protein Packed Sugar Cookie Shake. My husband loves sugar cookies so I know that this will be a winner for him this holiday season.<br />
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So yesterday was my 35th Birthday! It was a wonderful day spent with my daughter and hubby, I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful life. I don't feel 35...so that's a good thing! I really wanted to get this post up yesterday, but I swear these days have been non-stop! So here it is today! The giveaway will run for 2 weeks, you don't want to miss out on all these great prizes:<br />
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It is so hard to believe that it is already December! I love December...it is my birthday month, and of course it is Christmas too. My brother is also getting married next week and I am in the wedding and little A is the flower girl. It should be a blast! Speaking of my birthday... I will be 35 on Tuesday and I will be doing a fun birthday bash giveaway with some awesome prizes! I have partnered with some awesome sponsors to offer some sweet fitness prizes: <a href="http://www.prettyfitathletics.com/" target="_blank">Pretty Fit Athletics</a>, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/braceletsforbadasses" target="_blank">Badass Bracelets</a>, <a href="http://ledbetterstore.com/" target="_blank">LedBetter</a>, <a href="http://www.skoop.com/" target="_blank">Skoop</a> and <a href="http://www.fitandflirty.com/" target="_blank">Fit & Flirty Fashion</a>! You won't want to miss it! I will be launching that next week...stay tuned!<br />
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I have been working on my arms and shoulders so they look toned and fit in my bridesmaid dress next week! Here is my upper body blast workout! Give it a try or pin it for later. <br />
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Today I want to share with you more of an educational post. I was given the opportunity from <a href="http://www.fitapproach.com/" target="_blank">Fit Approach</a> as a Sweat Pink Ambassador to try and review <a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/USANA-Probiotic-108.htm" target="_blank">Vitamin Pit Stop</a><a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/USANA-Probiotic-108.htm" target="_blank">'s USANA Probiotics</a>. Because of all that I know about how important probiotics are to our overall health I was excited to try them and share the info with you guys. Also, it is timely as I am studying for my nutrition certification through Precision Nutrition, and just read a chapter about our digestion. To me it is fascinating what our bodies do on a daily basis! I hope that you learn a little something about your gut!<br />
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When it comes to your health, we often overlook the importance of our gut health. Our GI (gastrointestinal) tract is responsible for allowing nutrients into our body while keeping the harmful things out. When you have a healthy GI tract you are able to digest and absorb up to 97% of the food you eat. When you have compromises to your GI tract from things such as irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, food intolerance and others that this rate of absorption can be compromised. The whole complex process of digestion is important to our health as it determines how our bodies break down and absorb nutrients from our food. The healthier our GI tracts are the healthy we are going to be overall. I have studied about gut health in the past, due to my own personal issues and now that I am getting my nutrition certification I am reading more about it and I have come to understand even more the importance of keeping your GI tract healthy!<br />
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It has been said that the stomach is your second brain, which is why maintaining healthy gut flora is so important. It can hard to believe that what we eat can influence how we feel and even our mood and behavior. However, the more I read about our bodies and the amazing processes they go through it is so astounding that more people don't understand the correlation between the two. After all we are what we digest, absorb and transfer to our cells. What we eat literally becomes our cells. So if we are feeding our bodies whole real food that it can easily recognize, breakdown, and absorb we are going to feel and perform so much better than if we are feeding it highly processed hard to recognize food like substances.<br />
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Our large intestine/colon contains the most numerous amounts of bacteria in the GI tract. <br />
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Some things that can damage these helpful bacteria are, eating too much highly processed food, environmental toxins, and taking anti-biotics (which kill good and bad bacteria). *This disruption in the healthy bacteria can lead to runny stools, reduced carbohydrate digestion, overgrowth of yeast and harmful bacteria, and immune system compromise.<br />
*Reference: Precision Nutrition The Essentials of Sport and Exercise Nutrition Certification Manual<br />
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The good news is that you can restore the healthy flora and bacteria in your gut! It has been shown that the use of prebotics: compound that is not digested but rather fermented by microflora amd stimulates growth of healthy bacteria in the GI tract and probiotics: live microorganisms that help to restore beneficial bacteria in the GI tract from food and supplements. These can help stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria while helping to control the unhealthy type.<br />
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Over the summer if you remember I kept getting sick, a lot. I went to see a functional medicine doctor, and he helped get my immune system back on track. One of the things I stared doing right away was taking probiotics and I also cleaned up my nutrition. You can read more about that in <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/2015/05/wild-workout-wednesday-update-on-life.html" target="_blank">this post</a>. So recently when I got the opportunity to try <a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/USANA-Probiotic-108.htm" target="_blank">Vitamin Pit Stop</a><a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/USANA-Probiotic-108.htm" target="_blank">'s USANA Probiotics</a> I was excited because I know how important probiotics are to your overall health. I also love that they are in powder form and not pill form so I knew I could add them to my daily protein shakes. They are a very high quality probiotic and <a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/main.sc" target="_blank">Vitamin Pit Stop </a>offers them at the lowest prices online without requiring a monthly commitment or sign up fee to purchase. They contain a blend of probiotic bacteria that is clinically shown to support healthy digestion and immune function. The bacterial strains were carefully selected to survive the harsh environment of the stomach ensuring effective colonization of the GI tract. Per the instructions I added one packet of the probiotics to my protein shake every day for 2 weeks. You can also take them every other day which would last you a full month. If you are having digestive or immune problems I would start by taking them daily for 2 weeks, then switching to every other day.<br />
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After the 2 weeks I noticed improved digestion. I really loved that they are easy to mix into any drink and there is no taste from the probiotics, so I got all the added benefit without having to take a pill. I have also been able to stave off getting sick so far this fall, which is a huge feat because she started preschool and the germs I have been exposed to are greater than they were in the summer. My daughter had a stomach bug during the time I was using the <a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/USANA-Probiotic-108.htm" target="_blank">Vitamin Pit Stop</a><a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/USANA-Probiotic-108.htm" target="_blank">'s USANA Probiotics</a>, and I was able to avoid getting it, which was not always the case. I usually get whatever she has. With cold and flu season coming up I highly recommend <a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/USANA-Probiotic-108.htm" target="_blank">Vitamin Pit Stop</a><a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/USANA-Probiotic-108.htm" target="_blank">'s USANA probiotcs</a>. You want to make sure that you have your GI tract healthy and your immune system ready to fight off the germs that are coming! It is easy to order from <a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/main.sc" target="_blank">Vitamin Pit Stop</a>, just head over to their website and check out the probiotics and all the other awesome and healthy supplements they offer. <a href="http://www.vitaminpitstop.com/main.sc" target="_blank">Vitamin Pit Stop</a> was generous enough to offer a giveaway of their USANA probiotics, be sure to enter below and check back next week to see if you won.<br />
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Happy Monday! I am excited to be a part of an awesome 8 week <a href="http://fitapproach.com/holidaysweat/" target="_blank">#Holiday Sweat Challenge</a> with Fit Approach and my Sweat Pink Ambassador Sisters. Get ready to be motivated and inspired to stay on track during the holidays! I will be posting on my <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a> all week with what we are doing to be doing so you can join in! I will check in with some blog posts throughout the week too. Are you wanting to stay on track and stay active and accountable this holiday season? Great news you can join in too! There will be prizes each week that you will be eligible to win if you are actively participating! You can register <a href="http://fitapproach.com/holidaysweat/" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Head over and sign up! You don't want to miss out! What's better than staying on track during the holidays, meeting some new fit friends and maybe winning some sweet swag? <b> What is your goal for the holiday season? </b><br />
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Today we are setting our weekly goal for how many minutes we are going to be active. "What is your weekly minutes goal and how are you going to get there?"</h3>
<b>My goal this week is 420 minutes! Here is my schedule for the week:</b><br />
Monday- 40 minutes weight training (chest & arms) + 20 minute treadmill intervals- Total 60 mins<br />
Tuesday- 60 minutes treadmill walking at 3.8 mph, first thing in the morning<br />
Wed- 60 mins weight training (back & shoulders) + 20 minutes Jillian Kickboxing DVD- Total 80 mins<br />
Thursday- 40 minutes treadmill walking at 3.8 mph, first thing in the morning + 20 mins arms Total 60 mins<br />
Friday-60 minutes weight training (legs) + 20 minutes treadmill intervals- Total 80 mins<br />
Saturday- 60 minutes weight lifting (shoulders) + 20 minutes Jillian Kickboxing- Total 80 minutes<br />
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Now it is your turn to set your minutes and figure out how you are going to get there! Be sure to comment below to keep yourself accountable. Then share on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a>,<a href="http://www.facebook.com/angelenasonfirefitness" target="_blank"> Facebook</a> and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Twitter</a> with the #holidaysweat #sweatpink, #pranastyle and tag @fitapproach, @runtothefinish @prana & @angelenamarie1. I will share some of my favorites!<br />
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<b>Here are the rest of the weekly prompts if you want to join in:</b><br />
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<span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong>Monday, November 9:</strong> What's your minutes goal this week? How will you get there?! #pranastyle @prana #holidaysweat @runtothefinish @fitapproach #sweatpink</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_699282268" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">Wednesday, November 11</span></span>:</strong> Show us how you take your workout outside when it's cold (or even snowing!) #pranastyle @prana #holidaysweat @runtothefinish @fitapproach #sweatpink</span></span></span></span></div>
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Welcome back for another week of <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html" target="_blank">Wild Workout Wednesday</a>! Each week I link up with Annmarie from <a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/" target="_blank">The Fit Foodie Mama</a>, Michelle from <a href="http://www.fruitionfitness.com/" target="_blank">Fruition Fitness</a> and Nicole from <a href="http://www.fitfulfocus.com/" target="_blank">Fitful Focus</a> to bring you a fun link up filled with posts that include workouts, recipes, motivation and so much more! If you have a fitness or healthy living post we would love to have you link up with us. If not, grab your coffee and be ready to share, pin and tweet some great workouts, recipes, fit tips and more!<br />
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I am sorry I missed you all last week, I was in Florida having fun with my family at Disney World. I will do a post later this week and tell you all about it! There are so many things that I love about being a <a href="http://www.fitapproach.com/" target="_blank">Sweat Pink Ambassador</a>! I have met so many wonderful blogger and fitness friends, all of my Wild Workout Wednesday co-hostesses are Sweat Pink ambassadors. I also get to participate in fun fitness challenges and share them on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/angelenasonfirefitness" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Another awesome benefit is getting to try new products and offer giveaways of those products. This week I want to share with you a new product from Peanut Butter & Co called <a href="http://www.mightynut.com/" target="_blank">Mighty Nut</a> Powered Peanut Butter. This post is sponsored by <a href="http://www.mightynut.com/" target="_blank">Mighty Nut</a>, I was also sent product to try in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own.<br />
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Since I LOVE chocolate I naturally chose the chocolate flavor in addition to the regular peanut butter. I am working on a recipe for some yummy peanut butter protein bars and will share that as soon as it is perfected. We were asked to come up with a healthy snack idea! I love snacks. One thing that I have been on the hunt for is a good protein pudding. I have tried a few out there, but they always fell a little short of my expectations. When I got my Mighty Nut in the mail I was inspired to make my own chocolate protein pudding. I am always looking to add more protein to my day and if it happens to include chocolate then it is a bonus! One thing that I love about the <a href="http://www.mightynut.com/" target="_blank">Mighty Nut</a> Powdered peanut butter is the lower fat content. Since I track my macros, it is nice to add the peanut butter flavor without the added fat. It also is lower in calories than regular peanut butter as well, only 45 calories per serving. So you get that great peanut butter flavor without all the fat and calories! I also love that it has 5g of protein so it helps to up the protein in the recipes or shakes you are making. It is also really versatile, it can be used in place of regular peanut butter, in shakes or smoothies, and for baking. I loved how it tasted in my smoothies, it added the right amount of peanut butter taste and blended nicely. I am excited to bake with it for my next recipe I will share. Until then you have to try this <a href="http://www.mightynut.com/" target="_blank">Mighty Nut</a> Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Pudding, you are going to love it!<br />
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Mighty Nut Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Pudding Recipe</h3>
<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
1 cup organic plain non-fat Greek yogurt<br />
2 tbsp Peanut Butter & Co Mighty Nut Chocolate Powdered Peanut Butter<br />
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder<br />
1 tbsp slivered almonds<br />
1 tbsp mini chocolate chips (I used this <a href="http://shop.enjoylifefoods.com/Mini-Chips/p/ENJ-00306&c=EnjoyLife@Baking?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Branded%20Products-Chocolate&utm_term=enjoy%20life%20chocolate%20chips" target="_blank">brand</a>)<br />
1 tsp local organic honey *optional for added sweetness<br />
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<b>Instructions:</b><br />
Measure out Greek yogurt into bowl, add in Mighty Nut powdered peanut butter and cocoa powder and mix well. Top with almonds, chocolate chips and honey (optional). Stir and enjoy!<br />
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<b>Nutrition Information: </b><br />
Without honey: Calories- 312, F-10.25g, C-25.5g, P-32g, Sugar 17g<br />
With honey: Calories-333, F-10.25g, C-30.5g, P-32g, Sugar 22.5g<br />
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The folks at <a href="http://www.mightynut.com/" target="_blank">Mighty Nut</a> were generous enough to offer one of my readers the chance to win your own bottle of Mighty Nut Powdered Peanut butter in the flavor of your choice! Follow the giveaway options below to be entered.<br />
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Today I want to share 5 tips to become a morning workout person! I used to be the last person to get up and workout early in the morning...that was before I was a mom and sleeping in was an option! Now that my daughter is in school a few days a week I like to get up early on those days and get my workout in before she is up. This means I have to set my alarm for 6:30 or 7:00, to me this is so early. My hubby doesn't have to be to work until 9:00, so I can easily sleep till 8:00 before I have to get up and make breakfast. My normal schedule has me working out about an hour after breakfast, so usually around 10:30. It is quite a change on those days I have to hop out of bed toss on my workout clothes while still yawning and trying to wake up! But once I am done I am so happy that I took the time to get up and get it done. It helps to get my day going, I have more energy and it makes my morning run so much smoother getting my little one to school. Today we had time to make her favorite <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/2015/01/banana-chocolate-chip-muffin-recipe.html" target="_blank">banana nut chocolate chip muffins</a>! <br />
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I found I was successful when I set myself up for my early morning sessions. I also talked to my inspiring <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a> friend Lindsay (<a href="http://www.instagram.com/sheafgirl" target="_blank">sheafgirl</a>) about how she gets up so early...like 4:30 in the morning (and I thought 7:00 was crazy)! She is always the first one to comment on my early morning workout Instagram posts, and inspires me to get up and get it done! She has been doing it consistently for 5 years, because she likes to get it done before her boys wake up. She found that if she put it off until later it never happened. I asked her for some of her tips as well. After you check out our tips be sure to head over and give her a follow on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheafgirlfitness?fref=ts" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/sheafgirl" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!<br />
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Here are our top 5 tips on becoming a morning workout person:</h3>
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<li><b>Go to bed early enough so you get at least 7 hours of sleep and be sure to set an alarm or 2!</b> I always make sure to get to bed on time so I can wake up ready to workout. I also set 2 alarms on my phone with a message that says "Wake up and Workout...get it girl" It reminds me why I have an alarm set. </li>
<li><b>Have all your workout clothes and a full water bottle ready!</b> This is ensure that you aren't fumbling around in the dark, if there are others in the house still sleeping. I set mine in the bathroom so I can close the door and turn the light on. I have my water bottle filled and in the fridge ready to go! </li>
<li><b>Have your workout planned or DVD in the player!</b> Don't waste time trying to decide your workout, have it planned or if you do DVD workouts, like Lindsay, have it in the player ready to go! No excuses he</li>
<li><b>Find a morning workout buddy!</b> I know that Lindsay will encourage me
on Instagram when I post my early morning workouts...since she is in
the early morning mom workout club! Find someone on your Instagram
(and/or <a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">myself</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/sheafgirl" target="_blank">Lindsay</a>) to cheer you on, or find a friend you can
text in the morning before and after your workout. When you have
someone keeping you accountable it makes it easier to get your workout
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<li><b>Don't give up!</b> The first few weeks will be hard. You will feel tired earlier at night so be sure to get to bed and get your rest. After a few weeks you will adjust. If you miss one early morning workout it is not the end of the world. Try to get it in later that day and try again tomorrow. I can't tell you how many alarms I turned off when I first started trying to get up early to get my workout done. But I didn't give up and I am making it a habit, you can do it too! </li>
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I hope that these tips help you get up and workout! If you need some cheering on feel free to tag @angelenamarie1 and @sheafgirl in your early morning Instagram posts ;-)<br />
<b>Do you have any tips that you would add?</b><br />
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<b>Still thinking about joining AM Fit Girls for October Fitness & Nutrition Challenge group? There is still time, you can sign up <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>. </b><br />
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If you're like me, you love leg and glute day! I love working on making my booty grow so it is nice and shapely in my jeans and leggings. Today I am sharing with you my favorite make your booty pop workout! Give it a try and let me know what you think. Do you love leg & glute day? <br />
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<b>Circuit #1-</b> <b>repeat circuit 3x through before moving on to next circuit</b><br />
Machine squats- 50 lbs 15 reps<br />
machine calf raises (or seated calf raises at gym)- 50 lbs 15 reps <br />
single legged dead lift- 15 lbs 10 reps each leg<br />
air jump ropes- 45 seconds<br />
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<b>Circuit #2- repeat circuit 3x through before moving on to next circuit</b> <br />
Alternating rear lunges- 15 lbs 10 each leg<br />
donkey kicks to hydrants- 15 each leg<br />
alternating side lunge to hop- 10 each leg<br />
skiers- 30 seconds<br />
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<b>Circuit #3-</b> <b> repeat circuit 3x through before moving on to next circuit</b><br />
Seated leg extensions- 40 lbs 15 reps<br />
hamstring curls on SB (or machine at gym)- 20 reps (use 40-50 lbs on machine)<br />
frog kicks on SB- 20 reps<br />
curtsy lunges- 10 each leg<br />
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Last week I offered my first ever Free 5 Day Clean Eating Challenge. It included a free Clean Eating Challenge e-book and access to a private Facebook Group. I had 40 people signed up and ready for 5 days of clean eating! It was a great week, people posted their meals, asked questions, and supported each other. The results were great as well, from the people who shared their results a total of 20 pounds was lost! I got a few before and after pictures and notes from people telling me how much better they felt! I plan on running one a month. So if you missed out, don't worry you can join in October. Thanks to all who participated, it was a lot of fun!<br />
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Happy <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html" target="_blank">Wild Workout Wednesday</a>! Every week for Wild Workout Wednesday I link up with Annmarie from <a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/" target="_blank">The Fit Foodie Mama</a>, Michelle from <a href="http://www.fruitionfitness.com/" target="_blank">Fruition Fitness</a> and Nicole from <a href="http://www.fitfulfocus.com/" target="_blank">Fitful Focus</a>
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On Monday I started my first ever Free 5 Day Clean Eating Challenge with over 40 people signed up to participate! So far everyone is doing great, and posting and sharing meals. I can't wait to see how everyone does at the end of the week. I am thinking of running one monthly, and I'll keep you posted. My September AM Fit Girls Fitness & Nutrition Challenge group is in week 3 and so far everyone is seeing progress and keeping each other accountable. I run weekly challenges, which have been great and everyone participates in. If you are interested in joining for October, registration is now open, you can sign up <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>. We will start on October 1st, but it is great to get signed up so you can do your intake form and I can get your personalized calories and macro goals to you. </div>
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Today I want to share why I don't worry what the scale says anymore. I used to care...a lot! Then I realized that it doesn't matter what that number is, it's just a number. I have read a few articles about how the body craves homeostasis and tries to keep your body at an optimal weight for you. It will try to stay around the same weight even if the mass is different. After you lose weight, it even tries to get back to that predetermined weight. I really do believe that. I weight the same now as before I had my daughter, but I have more muscle now, and my clothes fit differently. People tell me all the time, "wow you look so lean" or "I haven't ever seen you this skinny", I say thanks and smile, but it's so weird because I weight the same as I did 4 years ago, but my body composition is different now. I tell my clients all the time not to worry about what the scale says and to go by measurements and how their clothes are fitting. I have had so many clients, only lose a small amount of scale weight, but a lot of inches. They look thinner, their clothes fit different and they have more energy! It really does not matter what the number on the scale says. It is different all the time, especially for women who can hold water during a certain time of the month and have hormones that can make that number go up and down daily (although I don't recommend you weigh yourself daily).<br />
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I weight myself once a week, and tell my clients the same. I do recommend doing measurements weekly if fat loss is your goal. This will give you a better picture of what is going on. Speaking of pictures, progress pictures are also a great way to determine your progress. When I realized that the scale didn't matter any more I felt free...that little number didn't determine how I felt or how my day was going to go, like it once did. I now realize that it does not matter how much you weight, but how happy and healthy you are. I enjoy living a balanced life! I workout, I nourish my body with healthy food, I enjoy treat foods on occasion and I don't talk negative about my body. This feels so much better than any number ever could. I still have goals I am working on, I know I will get there, but those really don't depend on what my scale weight is. I am lifting heavier weights and changing my body composition. I am working to be happy, healthy & balanced. I hope the same for you! If you need some help with your fitness or weight loss goals, I do also offer 1:1 <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank">Online Personal Training</a>. It truly is my passion to help others in their journey to living a healthy life! <br />
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Since it's Wild Workout Wednesday I thought I would share one of my favorite upper body workouts! Make sure you grab weights that are challenging but doable. I am a personal trainer, but I am not your personal trainer so be sure to consult your physician before starting this or any new workout program. <br />
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Happy <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html" target="_blank">Wild Workout Wednesday</a>! Today we have Nicole from <a href="http://www.fitfulfocus.com/" target="_blank">Fitful Focus</a> joining us as a link up hostess! We are thrilled to have her join. Every week for Wild Workout Wednesday I link up with Annmarie from <a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/" target="_blank">The Fit Foodie Mama</a>, Michelle from <a href="http://www.fruitionfitness.com/" target="_blank">Fruition Fitness</a> and Nicole from <a href="http://www.fitfulfocus.com/" target="_blank">Fitful Focus</a> bring you our fitness, healthy living, workouts and recipe posts! If you have a post to link up we would love to have you join in the fun, if not, grab your coffee and get ready to be motivated by some great fitness and healthy living bloggers! <br />
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I am excited to announce that I will be hosting a <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/free-5-day-clean-eating-challenge.html" target="_blank">Free 5 Day Clean Eating Challenge</a>! We will start on September 14th, and I will be sending out all the info on September 12th. This is a great way to see what clean eating is all about and get a jump start on your weight loss. I will provide a grocery shopping list, daily menus, and daily motivation and accountability through a private Facebook group. For more info and to sign up click<a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/free-5-day-clean-eating-challenge.html" target="_blank"> HERE</a>. Once you sign up I will send you the link to the Facebook group and then a few days before we start the challenge I will send out all the info! I am really excited to run this free 5 day clean eating challenge. The girls in my<a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank"> AM Fit Girls</a> September fitness & nutrition group are doing amazing so far and it is awesome to have a group of ladies who are on the same fitness & healthy living journey you are! <br />
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I love clean eating, it is what started me on my fitness & healthy living journey. If you are new here and don't know my <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/2013/08/a-look-into-why-i-do-what-i-domy-story.html" target="_blank">whole story</a>, I gained a lot of weight about 9 years ago after I got married and 2 weeks later lost by best friend to suicide. Long story short...I ate my grief. I gained 40 pounds and was miserable<span style="color: #0000ee;">, <span style="color: black;">the picture </span><span style="color: #0000ee;"><span style="color: black;">on the left is me at my h</span><span style="color: #0000ee;"><span style="color: black;">eaviest</span>!</span></span></span> One day I was reading Oxygen magazine and saw an ad for a book called The Clean Eating Diet. Little did I know that that book would change my life! I read the whole thing quickly and got started on my new journey. Clean eating is removing processed food and eating only whole real foods. I was able to lose all the weight I gained through clean eating and lifting weights, it was then that I knew I wanted to become a personal trainer and help others fall in love with healthy living. It truly is my passion! Whenever I feel my diet getting out of control, I always come back to the principles of clean eating and I start feeling better. The most important thing that I learned is that clean eating does not have to be boring. I love to cook healthy meals for myself and my family. There is such a sense of accomplishment when I get done cooking a healthy meal. There is beauty in cooking, and it brings me such peace to be in the kitchen whipping up something tasty and healthy!<br />
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On that note I want to share with you a new recipe that I have been making to change things up with my go-to meals. I am half Mexican and I LOVE Mexican food, one of my biggest regrets is not learning how to cook from my grandmother while she was still alive. My mother is a great cook, so I have learned a lot from her! One day I was sick of grilled chicken breast and had 2 packs defrosting so I decided to make Mexican Pulled Chicken. It turned out great and has quickly become a staple in my meal rotation.<br />
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<b>Clean Eating Mexican Pulled Chicken:</b><br />
Ingredients: <br />
4 Organic Chicken Breasts<br />
1 lime (juiced)<br />
1 lemon (juiced)<br />
1 container of Organic Chicken Broth<br />
2 tbsp olive oil <br />
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Taco seasoning* ( I make my own with this <a href="http://thehumbledhomemaker.com/2011/07/homemade-homemaking-taco-seasoning.html" target="_blank">recipe</a> *I double the recipe for 4 chicken breasts) <br />
4 tsp. chili powder<br />
3 tsp paprika<br />
3 tsp cumin<br />
2 tsp onion powder<br />
1 1/2 tsp garlic powder<br />
1 tsp sea salt<br />
dash of cayenne<br />
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Instructions:<br />
1) Heat a large pan and add olive oil on medium heat. <br />
2) Add chicken breasts and 1 cup of chicken broth.<br />
3) While chicken is cooking prepare your taco seasoning.<br />
4) Cook chicken breast for about 8 minutes each side, or until cooked through.<br />
5) Take out cooked chicken and shred with 2 forks.<br />
6) Place chicken back in pan, turn the heat to low/simmer. <br />
7) Add taco seasoning, lemon and lime juice, and 1 cup of chicken broth.<br />
8) Stir to cover the chicken with the seasoning. Continue to stir until well mixed. While the chicken is on simmer continue to add chicken broth so the chicken stays moist.<br />
9) Once all the broth as been absorbed by the chicken let simmer for 8-10 minutes.<br />
10) Serve with your favorite taco shells, lettuce wraps or on a salad!<br />
Enjoy! Save the rest for leftover throughout the week!<br />
If you make this recipe I would love if you come back and let me know how you like it!<br />
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Happy <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html" target="_blank">Wild Workout Wednesday</a>! This week I have some exciting news to share...joining us next week as a new link up partner is Nicole from <a href="http://www.fitfulfocus.com/" target="_blank">FitFul Focus</a>. I am so excited that she will be joining us. She is a fellow <a href="http://fitapproach.com/?v=7516fd43adaa" target="_blank">Sweat Pink</a> sister and NASM Certified Personal trainer, and is an awesome blogger. Back in my early blogging days I wrote a guest post for her blog about the <a href="http://fitfulfocus.com/the-benefits-of-strength-training/" target="_blank">Benefits of Strength Training</a> and she also reviewed my <a href="http://fitfulfocus.com/4-week-shape-plan-one-fire-fitness-healthy-living/" target="_blank">4 Week Shape Up Plan</a>. I really enjoy reading her blogs she is funny, sweet and really knowledgeable. I know that you are going to enjoy her posts as well. Nicole will be joining us next week, so stay tuned. We are all excited to have her join! We are also equally as sad to be losing Sarah from Creating A Better Tomorrow. She felt that blogging was taking too much time away from her family and has decided to take a break from blogging. We truly wish her all the best! <br />
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This year seems to be flying by. I can't believe that it is already September. I am looking forward to the cooler weather that September brings and I can't wait for fall it is my favorite season. I love leggings, tunics, fall boots and all the pumpkin spice goodies. It is a bitter sweet September for our family this year because my baby, well not such a baby anymore, is starting preschool! It is so hard to believe that she is old enough to go to school. It's going to be hard not having her around for a few hours every week, I know I am going to be the mom who ugly cries when I drop her off. At least I have a family vacation to look forward to! In October we always plan a vacation to celebrate our wedding anniversary, this year will be fun because we are taking our daughter to Disney!! She is going to be so excited to see all the princesses and I can't wait to see the joy on her face when we get there! <b>Do you have any fun travel plans this fall? </b><br />
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I have officially dubbed September FAT LOSS month! I have decided to focus my efforts this month on losing some fat. I don't really use weight loss, because I don't care how much I weigh, its more about how my clothes fit and how I feel in a swim suit! Since we have this vacation planned for October I figured this would be a great goal to have for September. I am going to get a new swim suit and use that as my gauge for my progress. I will still be lifting weights, because I love to lift, and it's important to keep your metabolism up and I love to feel strong. <b>What are your September goals? </b><br />
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My <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank">September fitness & nutrition challenge group</a> has started today, but if you want to join there is still time. My August ladies did awesome and are ready to take on September. I created this group to be an affordable way for you to work with myself as a coach and to meet some other ladies who are working on the same goals. I truly love helping other reach their goals. When you sign up for the AM Fit Girls September group you get weekly workouts- strength & cardio that you can do in a gym or at home, meal & snack guidelines, guidelines to get you started, progress trackers, and access to my private Facebook Group. It's only $20 a month, so $5 a week...less than your weekly coffee!! If you have been wanting to lose weight, add lean muscle, learn to live a healthy lifestyle and be a part of a supportive group then this is for you! You can see more info and sign up <a href="https://payhip.com/b/iskL" target="_blank">HERE</a>. <b> </b><br />
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Since I am working on fat loss I have also been working on my core strength and adding more ab work in. Here is my favorite Killer Abs Workout! Pin it for later and give it a try!<br />
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It is hard to believe that fall is right around the corner and with it comes, cooler weather, pumpkin spice everything, boots, sweaters and of course football! All my husband has been talking about is the start of the football season! I enjoy watching some of the games with him, and he even has some tickets for the Lions games, and we are excited to take our daughter to the games this year. She loves going to sporting events! My hubby and I have been watching Ballers on HBO, and I have to say that it is making me want to watch more football this year. It is hard for me to sit still during the games so I decided to come up with a fun game time workout for you and your football loving guy to do during the games! All you have to do is follow along with the game and each time something happens do the corresponding exercise, at the end you have completed an awesome workout!<br />
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Happy <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html" target="_blank">Wild Workout Wednesday</a>! Every week I team up with Annmarie from <a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/" target="_blank">The Fit Foodie Mam</a>a, Sarah from <a href="http://www.creatingbettertomorrow.com/" target="_blank">Creating a Better Tomorrow</a>, and Michelle from <a href="http://www.fruitionfitness.com/" target="_blank">Fruition Fitness</a> to bring you motivation, workouts, recipes, and so much more. If you have a fitness or healthy living post please be sure to link up! Enjoy all of today's <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html" target="_blank">Wild Workout Wednesday</a> Link up posts. I know I always do.<br />
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Why add kettlebell training to your workouts? The biggest reason is the functional training that the moves in the kettlebell works offer. Functional training means that the workouts prepare your body for everyday movements, bending, twisting, reaching and lifting. These workouts challenge your neuromuscular system different than other workouts to. The body has to respond to the momentum of the kettlebell and you have to work to get it moving. You also torch a whole lot of calories in a kettlebell workout, you will be dripping in sweat after a killer kettlebell workout. If you haven't ever tried a kettlebell workout, I suggest finding a certified instructor to teach you the basic moves and safety of using the kettlebells. Also, start with lighter weights until you master the move, then you can increase your weights accordingly. I use mostly 20-25 for swinging movements, and 30-40 when doing more of the strength moves, but keep in mind I am advanced when it comes to fitness and kettlebells, I have slowly worked my way up there. Are you ready for a kettlebell workout you can add to your weekly workouts and blast some fat? Here you go!!<br />
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**Disclaimer: I am a certified personal trainer, but I am not your personal trainer. Be sure to check with your health care provider before starting this or any new workout. If you are a beginner, please consult a certified kettlebell instructor before trying this workout.<br />
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Happy <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html" target="_blank">Wild Workout Wednesday</a>! Every week I link up with Annmarie from <a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/" target="_blank">The Fit Foodie Mama</a>, Sarah from <a href="http://www.creatingbettertomorrow.com/" target="_blank">Creating a Better Tomorrow</a> and Michelle from <a href="http://www.fruitionfitness.com/" target="_blank">Fruition Fitness</a> to bring you some awesome posts on workouts, motivation, recipes and so much more. If you are a blogger we would love to have you link up with us! The more the merrier. If you are just here to find some new workouts, or some motivation you are in for a treat! Make sure to share your favorite posts and pin your favorite workouts for later! Thanks for joining us today!<br />
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On Sunday, I went to the train with <a href="http://www.nicolewilkins.com/" target="_blank">Nicole Wilkins </a>event. It was AWESOME! Nicole is such an inspiration to me and many women in the fitness industry. She is 4x IFBB Figure Olympia Champion and she is going for #5 this year! The event was divided into 2 portions the first was a killer workout, followed by a fitness and nutrition seminar and Q & A. I made it about 10 minutes early and there were already so many people there, we waited to sign in then get a pic with Nicole and get our t-shirt and signed photograph. Since there were so many people we had to get started with the workout before I had my chance to get my picture and my stuff! I was worried I would miss the opportunity to meet her again this year and chat with her. However I was assured there would be time after the seminar. We all gathered in a group training studio and Nicole told us how the event would work. We then did a 5 minute cardio warmup. While I was waiting in line I met a new fit friend. We decided we would take each others picture with Nicole at the end. We hopped on some elliptical machines and chatted while we warmed up. After we went back into the group fitness studio and Nicole explained the circuits. We did 7 stations of circuits with 45 seconds of work and 15 seconds to change stations in between. Some of the stations were lunges with a kettlebell shoulder press (killer!), walking lunges, biceps and triceps, and bench up and overs. We did 3 different circuits total. Who knew that 45 seconds could feel so long? I was dripping in sweat and loving every minute of it. Nicole was walking around cheering us on, it was seriously so much fun to be in a room with a group of fit chicks (and some dudes) and then to have Nicole tell you are doing a great job was the icing on the cake. I had a few fan girl moments! She is so sweet and so passionate you
could just feel her positive energy radiating through the room. At the end of the circuits she had to challenges, in and out squat jumps and planks. The first one I thought I had it in the bag...I do these almost everyday! I made it to the final 6 out of 50 people, and my legs are still a little sore from it! It was a lot of fun and the energy in the room was awesome! !<br />
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After the workout we all went to a larger room to cool down and listen to Nicole give some advice when it comes to fitness and nutrition, we then got to ask her some questions. She was really honest and helpful. It was fun to be able to listen to her talk about her passion! It was contagious! After the hour was up those of us who didn't get a chance to get a picture with her or our t-shit and signed photo went back into the gym. I got to chat with her for a second and tell her thanks for the awesome event. My new fit friend took our picture and then I waited to take hers. When I looked at my phone only to notice the lighting in the picture made it so you couldn't see our faces, I was bummed. But I waited patiently and asked Nicole if I could get one more picture since the first one didn't turn out. After I got the "perfect pic", I was able to chat with her for a little bit about my goals. She listened to what I had to say and offered some awesome advice, which I have already incorporated. Nicole is so sweet and such a genuine person, I can tell that she wants everyone to truly reach their goals. I left the event with a new friend, a ton of great info and advice from Nicole, and was on cloud nine for the rest of the day! It's not everyday you get to meet your fitness idol, and that she takes the time to help you out. I can't wait until next years event! She even mentioned she may do a PhatCamp event here in the fall, and if she does you better believe that I will be there! I am so motivated to work hard, eat right and reach the goals I have set for myself. If you ever get the chance to go to a train with Nicole Wilkins event...take it! She rocks!! I even created a Nicole Wilkins Inspired Circuit Workout for you! Check it out and be sure to share and pin for later!<br />
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I am excited to announce the launch of my monthly Fitness & Nutrition Challenge Group! I will be running monthly groups that are designed to help you reach your goals. I wanted to design something that would be affordable and accessible to women who are trying to reach their health & fitness goals. The first group will start August 1st. I will then be running the groups monthly! <br />
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The cost is just $20 per month, which is just $5 a week...less than your weekly Starbucks habit! Take the first steps to changing your life and I will help you with the rest! My goal is to help women find the simple, healthy way to lasting weight loss, optimum fitness and a happy, healthy life!<br />
<b>You can find all the details and sign up <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Sign up NOW for the August group!</b><br />
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Angelena Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317281736657457259noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216902012512008635.post-77039355152664177722015-07-15T10:31:00.000-04:002015-07-15T11:08:29.138-04:00Wild Workout Wednesday + An Update + AM Fitness Launch <br />
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Hi there! I know I have been missing out on all the <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html" target="_blank">Wild Workout Wednesday</a> fun lately and I am back! I am finally in a good rhythm with my workouts, nutrition and I am trying to make the time for all the things I love, and that includes blogging. I feel like I have a lot to fill you in on. First I missed announcing Michelle from <a href="http://www.fruitionfitness.com/" target="_blank">Fruition Fitness</a> as the newest member of Wild Workout Wednesday, I have been enjoying her weekly posts. Secondly, that my immune system is finally back on track with the help of my functional medicine doctor, thank goodness! And last but not least is all the work I have been doing to launch the fitness brand <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank">AM Fitness</a> under Angelena Marie: Happy, Healthy & Balanced. I am really excited to launch everything in a few weeks.<br />
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Thanks for joining us for another fun link up for Wild Workout Wednesday! Each week I link up with Annmarie from <a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/" target="_blank">The Fit Foodie Mama</a>, Sarah from <a href="http://www.creatingbettertomorrow.com/" target="_blank">Creating a Better Tomorrow</a> and Michelle from<a href="http://www.fruitionfitness.com/" target="_blank"> Fruition Fitness</a>. You will find workouts, reviews, motivation, recipes and so much more. If you are a blogger feel free to link up, we would love to have you!<br />
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A little while ago I shared with you a post about <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/2015/05/wild-workout-wednesday-update-on-life.html">my path to finding optimum wellness</a>
and that I went to see a functional medicine doctor to see about my
immune system and a few other things. Since then I have been following
Paleo, taking all my supplements, and working out regularly. I have
been feeling great so far and my digestion has improved along with my
energy. I went back a month ago for the follow up on my blood work and
saliva test. He said that everything looked really good, and that I
would be an easy case. It was so good to hear. There were only 2
things that came up, one was low progesterone and the other was low
vitamin D. Both are pretty easy fixes and I will be working to get
those numbers up. He prescribed a progesterone cream and 10,000 IU of
vitamin D for a month, then I will go back to my regular 5,000 IU
daily. My markers for inflammation and adrenal stress were both in the
normal range so nothing to really worry about there. I will however be
staying on Paleo. I really feel the best when eating a paleo diet
because I focus on getting in vegetables, lean protein and fruits. I
also will snack on nuts and seeds when I need a snack. I think the
difference this time is that my hubby will be eating Paleo with me and
that I know I can have some "non-paleo" foods at special occasions and
be okay. It's all about finding what works best for you and enjoying
the treats in moderation. This will give me the freedom to enjoy
parties or a night out here and there. I just know that my body responds
really well to Paleo, my digestion, skin, energy and sleep all improve
when I am not eating dairy, grains, anything white, and legumes. I have
also lost 12 pounds and have lost the belly bloat. My clothes are fitting so much better and my workouts are awesome. I am finally putting on muscle and lifting heavier! I feel fantastic! I
drink a lot of water and focus on whole real food. Have you tried
Paleo? What would hold you back?<br />
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Lastly today I want to share with you my new venture <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank">AM Fitness</a>. I am going to be launching some new training programs for online clients and a monthly challenge group as well. I love to help others find their love for fitness and bring out their inner athlete! I am going to be also opening up a few time slots weekly for training 1:1 clients in my home. I love 1:1 training and it is the one thing I miss about working at LifeTime. I really enjoy having face to face interaction and helping my clients work toward their goals. I tend to become friends with a lot of my clients and I still talk to a lot of the clients that I had from LifeTime.<br />
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Here are some of the things I will be launching in the coming weeks:<br />
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<li>Monthly Challenge Groups with a Facebook group- this will include weekly workouts, meal and snack ideas and a weekly check in with me.</li>
<li>An Updated 4 Week Shape Up Plan</li>
<li> A HIIT E-book </li>
<li>Personalized online training programs</li>
<li>1:1 Training, if you are in my area :-) </li>
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I am so excited for all these fun things to come with <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/fitness-nutrition-programs.html" target="_blank">AM Fitness</a> and I can't wait to get everything launched and hear some feedback from you all. What do you think of my logo? I love it! Once again my friend Laura did an amazing job. Check her out if you need help with logos or branding: <a href="http://www.laura-schmeisl.com/" target="_blank">www.laura-schmeisl.com. </a><br />
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Last year around this time I got to meet the Nicole Wilkins at the Nicole Wilkins Classic. This year I am going to her training session that she is hosting. It will be a group training session with a nutrition seminar after. I am so excited for it and I will be sure to share all about it. She is my fitness idol and I look up to the standard that she sets for women in the industry.<br />
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Now it's time for the Wild Workout Wednesday Link Up! Be sure to add your link, follow all of your hostesses any way that you can and share the link up! The more the merrier. We will be sure to share as well and pin your pis to our group Wild Workout Wednesday Pinterest Board.<br />
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It's <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html">Wild Workout Wednesday</a> Link Up time! Each week I link up with Annmarie from <a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/">The Fit Foodie Mama</a>, Amber from <a href="http://www.colemanfit.com/">Coleman Fitness</a> and Sarah from <a href="http://www.creatingbettertomorrow.com/">Creating A Better Tomorrow</a> to bring you guys a fun link up filled with motivation, workouts, recipes and much more. Please feel free to link up and join the party, if you don't have a post to share grab your coffee and get ready for some great blog reading! <br />
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Sorry I missed you guys last week...if you can believe it I had something else going on with my health, so I was out getting somethings to get my health back on track. I am happy to say that I finally think that I have it figured out. I think, fingers crossed, I will have missed my last Wild Workout Wednesday Link up due to health related issues!<br />
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As you know I have been getting sick quite a bit this year, bummer I know! I got the flu that was going around in April and since then it has been an uphill battle. I got the flu a second time, then a sinus infection. I felt like a hot mess and was so sick of being sick! I went to go see a functional medicine doctor, he is an MD, but works with supplements and natural remedies to help get you to your optimum state of wellness. Since I was definitely not in my optimum state of wellness I decided to see what he could help with. The great part is since he is an MD he is covered by my insurance. I went in for an appointment two Friday's ago to get some blood work done and to see what he thought was going on. We sat and talked for a little bit and he asked me a ton of questions, and before we even got to the live blood analysis he had an idea of what was going on. The live blood analysis was really cool, they pricked my finger and then looked at it under a microscope! Right off the bat he said that I had yeast in my blood, which is a sign of candida overgrowth, most likely from the anti-biotics I had to take for the sinus infection. This can also cause a leaky gut, and with that comes inflammation, and then my immune system goes into overdrive because of the invaders of food that is getting out of my gut lining. He also said it looked like I had a little adrenal fatigue. Because of what was going on with my gut coupled with the fact that I haven't been able to lose weight he suggested the Paleo diet to help get my digestion back on track, so I have been back on Paleo since my appointment. He also gave me some supplements, a 4 point salivary test to do at home and send in and I scheduled my follow up appointment. I was feeling great, hoping that once he got all the blood work back he going narrow down as to what was going on.<br />
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Low and behold Tuesday at 3:00 am I woke up to a raging ear ache and my throat hurt so bad I could barely swallow! I seriously was in denial that I could be getting sick, AGAIN!! I was so close to going to urgent care, but I knew all they could do was give me pain meds and some more anti-biotics and I would be starting from square one. I decided to get some of my essential oils and mix something up to dull the pain so I could get some sleep. My mix of tea tree and frankincense did the trick and I was able to sleep for the rest of the night. In the morning I called my functional doctors office to see if I could get it, I knew it was a long shot as he is booked up months in advance (I happened to get in quickly on a cancellation). However, I told the receptionist what was going on and if he could recommend something to get rid of this naturally, without further damaging my gut I was working hard to repair. A few hours later I heard back and headed in to pick up the supplements and something called liquid silver to help with what was going on. I have been diligent about my eating, getting right back on Paleo, since I have done it before I knew what to do, cut out sugar, added some low impact days to my workout week including walking and yoga, have been taking my supplements regularly, drinking at least 2 liters of water daily, and have been getting 7-8 hours of sleep each night.<br />
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I am so happy to say that my ear cleared up and my throat no longer hurts at all. I am feeling so much better, from a combination of eating Paleo and the supplements. My digestion has improved, my skin looks really healthy, my energy is soaring, I am sleeping great and waking up feeling rested. I go back in a few weeks for the results of my blood work and I can't wait to see what he says, I will be sure to keep you updated! I also can't wait for another live blood analysis to see if any of the yeast has cleared up. I know that I am finally on my path to optimum wellness. I will again feel healthy, like I usually do! It has been an unusual year for me, and it all started with the flu I got in the beginning of April. If you have been getting sick a lot like I had been, I suggest that you find someone like the functional doctor that I saw, he is working with my body to get me back to my happy, healthy self!<br />
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I have still been getting my workouts in, and like I said I added walking and yoga into the mix for some lower impact activity. I am taking it a little easy with the HIIT, for now, until I am sure that my immune system is back up to par! However I am still getting my lifting in, and I love to do circuits. Here is one of my favorite total body circuit workouts. Remember, I am a personal trainer, but not your personal trainer. Please consult with your physician before starting any new exercise regime.<br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="color: black;">Sarah at <a href="http://creatingbettertomorrow.com/" target="_blank">Creating A Better Tomorrow</a> // <a href="https://www.facebook.com/creatingbettertomorrow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="https://twitter.com/CreatingBetter" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="https://instagram.com/creatingbetter/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/creatingbetter/" target="_blank">Pinterest </a></span> </span><br />
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Happy <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html">Wild Workout Wednesday</a>! We are so happy to have you join us. Each week I team up with Annmarie from <a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/">The Fit Foodie Mama</a>, Amber from <a href="http://www.colemanfit.com/">Coleman Fit </a>and Sarah from <a href="http://www.creatingbettertomorrow.com/">Creating A Better Tomorrow</a> to bring you a fun linkup full of workouts, recipes, workouts, motivation and much more. Be sure to check out each of the hostesses and follow in anyway you can. If you are also a blogger with a fitness or healthy living post we would love to have you link up. Otherwise, grab your cup of coffee or tea and sit back and find some great blogs to read! Thanks for stopping by! <br />
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How has your week been? I have been busy, and haven't had tons of extra time to blog. I am trying to get on here more, but I at least like to check in for Wild Workout Wednesday! Since last week, I have been able to get all my workouts in and I have been feeling so consistent with my workouts and nutrition. I am trying to get 4 days of lifting in and 2 other days of HIIT/Tababa workouts in. I was hoping that the weather would be consistently warm by now so I could get outside for some jogging and walking, but it has been so up and down. Hopefully the warm weather will be here to stay soon!! Until then I am getting my workouts in at home in my gym.<br />
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This weekend we went up north. My husbands family has a cabin up there so we went for a little R&R. Since we were staying in a cabin with a fridge and stove I was able to pack food to take with us to cook as well as lots of healthy snacks. It is so easy when you go away for the weekend to get off track with your nutrition and workouts. One of the things that I have learned is that when healthy eating and exercise becomes a way of life, you just do the things you need to do so you have healthy food available and workout with what you have where you are. I FEEL so great when I am eating fresh nutritious food and working out regularly that it is just a way of life now. I am not on a diet, I am just working to reach my goal weight, and live a happy, healthy & balanced life. I really do wish the same for you as well. It is so great when healthy living just becomes a part of life. One of the reason I love being a personal trainer is helping people find their love of fitness and healthy balanced eating. I am working on getting some exercise movement photos so I can put together a few e-books to share, stay tuned for that!<br />
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If you have been reading my blog for a while you know that I love HIIT and tabtata workouts. They are a great way to get your cardio in quickly, but effectively! Research has shown that these types of workouts help to burn fat, but also help build muscle as well. Long bouts of steady state cardio can break down muscle, so if building more muscle is your goal the best cardio for you in HIIT, high intensity interval training. Tabata is one method of this type of training. It's awesome because it can be done with little to no equipment, all you really need is an interval timer, or app on your phone. Today I wanted to share the tabata workout I did up north, it was quick, but left be sore, breathless and quite sweaty! Remember even though I am a personal trainer, I am not your personal trainer. Be sure to check with your physician before starting a new exercise program, and consult a professional personal trainer to get the form/moves correct. I want you to get fit, but be safe and smart about it!<br />
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Angelena Marie at <span style="color: #b45f06;"><a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/" target="_blank">Angelena Marie: Happy, Healthy & Balanced </a><span style="color: black;">//</span> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AngelenasOnFireFitness" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <span style="color: black;">//</span> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <span style="color: magenta;"><span style="color: black;">//</span> </span><a href="http://www.instagram.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <span style="color: black;">//</span> <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/angelenamarie1" target="_blank">Pinterest</a><span style="color: magenta;"> <span style="color: black;">//</span> </span><a href="https://plus.google.com/+AngelenaRiggs/posts" target="_blank">Google +</a></span></div>
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Annmarie at <span style="color: #b45f06;"><a href="http://www.thefitfoodiemama.com/" target="_blank">The Fit Foodie Mama </a><span style="color: magenta;"><span style="color: black;">//</span> </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/FitFoodieMama" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <span style="color: magenta;"><span style="color: black;">//</span> </span><a href="http://www.twitter.com/fitfoodiemama" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <span style="color: black;">//</span> <a href="http://www.instagram.com/fitfoodiemama" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <span style="color: black;">//</span> <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/fitfoodiemama" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> <span style="color: black;">//</span> <a href="https://plus.google.com/u/0/+AnnmarieLTheFitFoodieMama/posts" target="_blank">Google +</a></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="color: black;">Sarah at <a href="http://creatingbettertomorrow.com/" target="_blank">Creating A Better Tomorrow</a> // <a href="https://www.facebook.com/creatingbettertomorrow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="https://twitter.com/CreatingBetter" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="https://instagram.com/creatingbetter/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/creatingbetter/" target="_blank">Pinterest </a></span> </span><br />
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Amber at <span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.colemanfit.com/">Coleman Fit</a></span> <span style="color: magenta;"><span style="color: black;">// </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/colemanfitness">Facebook</a> <span style="color: black;">//</span> <a href="https://twitter.com/fitcoleman" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <span style="color: black;">//</span> <a href="http://www.instagram.com/fitcoleman">Instagram</a> <span style="color: black;"> //</span> <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/fitcoleman">Pinterest</a></span></span></div>
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Now it is time for the <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html">Wild Workout Wednesday Link up</a>! Be sure to check out the <a href="http://www.angelenamarie.com/p/wild-wednesday-workouts.html">rules page</a> for linking up and be sure to link back to each of your hostesses! I hope that you have a wonderful day! Get moving, eat healthy, drink lots of water and stay positive!!<br />
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