Letting Life get in the way

I get it, you are busy!

I understand that you have 100293729357208 things going on. I do too, I promise. My life isnt easy peasy.

What i want you to know is that you are worth take 3 minutes out of the day to work on yourself.

I want you to know you are worth everything!
You are worth it!

Say it with me!

I am worth changing my life. I am worth making time for myself. I am worth more than I think I am.

You know what else You are worth?

You are worth nothing if you give up. That is what you are telling yourself. I am not worth it. When you quit your diet or work out, you are saying I am not worth this anymore. Be worth it.

Change your life. Be great, Start somewhere and do not give up on making you a better you.

Kisses!!

Weight loss, Wait loss

Weight loss:

losing stored body fat

Wait loss:

losing out on an opportunity because you waited because you were scared of the potential outcome.



I deal with both every single day.
I watch people lose weight because they trusted me.
I watch people gain their lives back because i showed them some life changing products.
I also watch people wait because they are full of excuses, as known as fear.
they are scared that they are going to waste their money. they are scared that they are going to fail.
They are waiting for the "right time". What on earth is the right time? When you are hating your body to the point you are depressed? Or when you are out shopping and the size you used to wear is now too small? Or is it when you face your fear and punch it in the face?

I want everyone to know there is a difference between waiting and weighing. Stop waiting for a sign and start making your own destiny.

I promise you wont regret it.

Kisses!!!

My Why

Why do I do what I do?

Why do I strive for greatness?

Why do I want to make sure everyone around me is successful?

WHY?!

Why on earth am I so passionate about Plexus?

I want to share with you why.

Lillian and Kynslie. Those 2 people are why. I want to show them that I can do what it takes to be home with them. I want to show them that health is important to living a long life. I want to be there when they have kids and get married and graduate college, not in that order preferably! I want to know that my girls will be taken care of when they are ready to go to college. I want to make them proud. I missed 6 years of Kynslie's life working nonstop. I broke her heart many times with I'm sorry baby girl, mommy has to work yet again. I refuse to put my job before my family ever again. I want to be great. Yes, I may move slowly up the ranks, but at least im not working my life away any more. I have lost a lot of weight with these products. BUT that will never be why i do anything. My family is what inspires me to be a better me. I refuse to surround myself with people who are negative. I will not let anyone bring me down. I will not accept failure. I will not accept being anything but amazing. I find it hard to understand why its ok to work 40 years at a company, building someone else's dream and still be broke, but if you work for yourself for 4 years to become successful then you're an idiot. Why is it ok to go to work to pay for your house and car that you only spend a few hours in a day? why are these things normal, but working from home for yourself not? Change your thinking to change your life. I will not build someone else's dream anymore. I will build my family's dream. You can mock me, laugh at me, block me, but you will not bring me down.

Kisses!

GIVING UP

IF YOU GIVE UP YOU WILL NEVER BE SUCCESSFUL.

PERIOD.

LET ME SAY IT AGAIN.

ONCE YOU GIVE UP, YOU ARE SAYING I AM OKAY WITH FAILING.

DO YOU HONESTLY UNDERSTAND THAT?

DO YOU KNOW THAT EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT AND THAT IF YOU WANT TO BE HEALTHY YOU CAN NOT GIVE UP ON YOUR BODY?

DID YOU KNOW THAT CHANGING YOUR DIET AND EXERCISE IS NOT ALWAYS GOING TO WORK?

DID YOU KNOW THAT YOUR BODY MAY BE HOLDING ON TO YOUR STORED FAT BECAUSE YOU ARE NOT EATING ENOUGH?

DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU HAVE TO GIVE UP SODAS TO LOSE WEIGHT?

DID YOU KNOW THAT ASPERTAINE IN DIET SODAS CAN MAKE YOUR BODY HOLD ON TO FAT?

DID YOU KNOW THAT SUCRALOSE IS NOT A HEALTHY SUGAR SUPPLEMENT?

I WANT YOU TO SUCCEED. I DO. THAT IS WHY I WILL NOT TAKE YOU GIVING UP. YOU ARE BETTER THAN RESIGNING TO FAILURE.

30 easy health tips

Ive been looking around the internets, yeah I procrastinate doing my household chores to help yall out! YOU ARE SOOOO WELCOME! OH!! And sorry honey. I promise after this post ill finish laundry!

Anyways....! So here are 30 easy tips to a healthy lifestyle.!

1. Instead of indulging in your sweet tooth cravings, think fruit first. It will satisify your cravings with out pushing you over the calorie edge! So resist that chocolate cake siren, and instead enjoy a sliced apple with a tablespoon of nut butter (like peanut or almond) or fresh fig halves spread with ricotta. Then rest easy knowing you're still on the right, healthy track.
2. Find yourself a workout buddy or a fitness friend. An accountability partner will keep you motivated and inline with your fitness goals.
3. While there are heaps of good-for-you foods out there, some key ingredients make it a lot easier to meet your weight-loss goals. Next grocery store run, be sure to place these three diet-friendly items in your cart: balsamic vinegar (it adds a pop of low-cal flavor to veggies and salads), in-shell nuts (their protein and fiber keep you satiated), and fat-free plain yogurt (a creamy, comforting source of protein). Plus, Greek yogurt also works wonders as a natural low-calorie base for dressings and dips—or as a tangier alternative to sour cream. Talk about a multitasker!
4. After a work out, relax in a cold bath to relieve post fitness aches, for 10-15 minutes. Yes its going to be cold. But i would much rather soak in a cold tub of water than be sore the next day and use it as an excuse to skip working out again.
5. BUY COMFORTABLE SHOES. 
6. Make an awesome playlist to work out and run to. It doesnt all have to be pump you up music, it can be soothing music too! Find what works for you. 
7. Weighing: we all have a love hate relationship with the scale. When you weigh, whether it is daily or weekly, make sure you weigh first thing in the morning before eating or drinking or beginning your daily activities. 
8. Watch your portions. Your meat should not take up over half of your plate. Your plate should be half veggies or fruit!
9. Alcohol. Now i am not saying quit drinking all together. But remember that alcohol is high in sugar and calories, and those count too! Drink a glass of water between your cocktails so that you do not over indulge and to avoid a nasty hangover!
10. When you get ready to run, eat about 200-250 calories 90 minutes before you run. Your body needs the fuel to burn. (this is based on a 5k or 10k run)
11. It takes 3500 calories for your body to gain a pound of fat. Its ok to have a cheat day every now and then
12. When you go running, take a ipod, your id (just in case something happens to you) and wear sunglasses!
13. Drink half your weight in water. (200 lbs = 100 oz)
14. Worried about over eating at a weekend party? eat a 100 calorie snack before you go to cut down on your snacking.
15. Jazz up your food to keep it from getting boring! spices, lemon juice, herbs. Most of these contain 0 calories and they make your diet fun again!
16. Increase your exercise by 5 to 10% once it starts to feel natural.
17. enjoy your ice cream topped with fruit instead of the calorie ridden toppings!
18. Swap your shoes out every 300-350 miles. Yes they are comfy and fit just right, but you are not doing your body any good holding on the them.
19. Yoga sports bras are not made for running. Get the right kind of sports bras to keep your body from hurting after running!
20. Side stitches: weve all had them. and they hurt! to ease them, take your fist and press it below your rib cage while take 10 steps and breathing from your belly. In about 30 seconds you should feel some relief.
21. Shake your grove thang for an hour when you're sick of your treadmill or elliptical.  For every hour you shake it, youll burn 300-600 calories!
22. So your significant other, bff and co workers dont like your new healthy diet. They always want pizza or baked goods. You can enjoy those, just order a pizza with lots of veggies and easy on the cheese. Or indulge in baked fruit with cinnamon. 
23. Buy the single serving bags of chips if you want to indulge in carbs! The big bag wont be empty as quickly and your brain will want to finish the whole bag! Smaller bag, less carbs.
24. Take a break for lunch. Make a specific time to eat so that you wont mindlessly grave on your food.
25. Wear sunscreen while working out this summer. your body will thank you for it later. 
26. When you need that 3pm snack, reach for the 100 calorie snack packs or some crisp veggies. The crunch of the crisp veggies will give your brain the same effect as eating a bag of carbloaded chips
27. Invest in chaffing sticks. You can get them on amazon for like $9. keeps those thighs from getting that super comfy (sarcasm) rash. you can thank me later!
28. If you are in a rush and are stopping through the drive thru, opt for a salad instead of fries. Grilled chicken instead of fried chicken. 
29. Once you reach your goal, dont quit the gym or workouts. You still need to maintain your new healthy body.
30. Whatever you do, do not give up. Giving up will always result in failure.

OH and an extra tip! Because i honestly believe in Plexus products, add them to your fitness routine to help you get where you want to be. Slim can help with cravings. Boost can give you more energy to work out. Block can block carbs when you want to indulge in a deliciously large dinner. Bioclease will oxygenate your blood and clean you out. Probio5 will get your gut back in track. Accelerator+ will boost your metabolism. Xfactor will be your supercharged multivitamin with aloe to help you absorb the good things you are putting in your body and we even have a chewable for kiddos! Fast relief cream and capsules to aide you in relieving the soreness from your work outs! and p96 for your protein and snack needs, available in chocolate and vanilla! 

FLAVORED WATERS!!! YUMMMMYYYYYYY!!!!

Drinking water is probably the best thing you can do for your body. Well it is... no questions asked. But lets be honest... There is only so much plain water you can drink. Most people are looking for a no calorie drink, with natural flavors and no funky gunky aftertaste, so I have looked all over and found some recipes for Detox Water. All the flavor, no calories, tastes great. Sounds like a winner right?!

Lemon and mint water

Eat Yourself Skinny

Lemon Water with Fresh Mint

INGREDIENTS

• 2 quarts water
• Juice of one lemon
• 2 lemons, thinly sliced
• Ice
• Few sprigs of mint

Strawberry Spa Water

Coffee and Quinoa 

This summertime drink feels so luxurious and refreshing, you'll think you're in your own home spa. It's perfect for brunches or baby showers, or just to get some extra antioxidants. Whip up a pitcher when strawberries go on sale!

Author: Erica

Yields: 4-6 glasses

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 pitcher filtered water
• ice

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add strawberries and water to pitcher. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or up to overnight.
2. Add ice just before serving. Enjoy!

Citrus Water

Blogilates

Natural Belly Slimming Detox Water:

1-2 Liters water

1 cucumber

1 lemon

1 orange

10-15 fresh mint leaves

handful of ice

Why this combo?

1. Cucumber: contains citrulline which is an amino acid that has been shown to help our liver and kidneys get rid of ammonia which is a by product of the proteins our bodies burn for energy.

2. Water: helps flush toxins and waste through our system while keeping us hydrated.

3. Lemon: stimulates the digestive track so it’s helpful if you have constipation, heartburn, or gas.

4. Mint: helps you digest effectively because it improves the flow of bile from the liver to the gallbladder to the small intestine to break down dietary fats. It also helps relax cramped up stomach muscles.

5. Orange: contains flavonoids in the peel and juice that stimulate the immune system and protects against a fungi/pests while helping to reduce cholesterol levels.

Flavored Ice Cubes

These look so yummy!!! (droollllll)

Strawberry:

Puree fresh or frozen strawberries and mix in a small amount of filtered water. The consistency should be thick but pourable.  Fill ice cubes trays with the puree and place in the freezer until frozen.

Basil:

Fill the ice cubes trays half way with filtered water and place in the freezer for 20-30 minutes. Remove and top the partially frozen cubes with fresh chopped basil, then fill with additional filtered water as needed. Place back in the freezer until frozen.

Pomegranate:

Take a couple tablespoons of pomegranate seeds and place them in a small amount of filtered water. Using the edge of a knife crush the seeds to release the flavorful juices. Pour the mixture into the ice cube trays, toss a few additional pomegranate seeds in each cavity, and place in the freezer until frozen.

Pineapple or Raspberry:

Puree fresh or frozen pineapple chunks and mix in a small amount of filtered water. The consistency should be thick but pourable.  Fill ice cubes trays with the puree and place in the freezer until frozen.

For the raspberry cubes, follow the same directions as above.

Blueberry or Blackberry:

Puree fresh or frozen blueberries and mix in a small amount of filtered water. The consistency should be thick but pourable.  Fill ice cubes trays with the puree and place in the freezer until frozen.

For the blackberry cubes, follow the same directions as above.

Lemon or Mint:

Freshly squeeze 2-4 lemons. Combine the lemon juice with a small amount of filtered water. Fill ice cube trays with the juice mixture, sprinkle with dried lemon peel granules, and place in the freezer until frozen.

For the mint flavored ice cubes – fill the ice cubes trays half way with filtered water and place in the freezer for 20-30 minutes. Remove and top the partially frozen cubes with fresh chopped mint leaves, then fill with additional filtered water as needed. Place back in the freezer until frozen.

Flavored icecube recipes from bystephanielynn.com

Last but not least.... BIKINI WATER!

THINGS YOU WILL NEED:

• Drink containers or pitchers (they got the ones in the photos from walmart)
• Fruit and/or herbs
• Cutting board
• Sharp cutting knife
• Ice 
• Water
• Stir spoon 

GET TO CHOPPING:

• Thinly slice your fruits {leaving the skins on} and put them into the container.NOTE: Take out any seeds. Swallowing a lemon seed was no fun. True story.
• Gently crush the herbs you want to use and add them to the pitcher.
• Fill the pitcher half way with the fruits of your choice. {Simple folks, the bigger the container the more fruit you will need}
• Fill the pitcher the rest of the way with ice. 
• Add water.
• Let sit a minimum of one hour. {Overnight is best}
• Drink. DRINK!

DRINK THIS WITH IN 48 HOURS! SO DRINK IT WITH IN THEN OR TOSS IT OUT!

UPDATE: Want to step the flavor impact up a notch?! Use the spoon and smash the fruits a little bit once they are in the pitcher to release some of the juices. Smash a little... smash a lot! This makes a HUGE difference!

 recipe from Just A Beautiful Life


I hope you love these recipes and they give your water an awesome kick! Let me know in the comments what you think about them!! If yall love them let me know, and I'll write another post with more recipes!

Stay Fit and Fabulous!