21 Day Fix Week 1 Update

My husband and I started the 21 Day Fix 11 days ago (I am a little behind writing this:)) and we already are having great results!!! My husband is down 15lbs and I am down 7lbs!!

This past week was very challenging. The first couple of days were easier than I excepted it to be. Then a switch was flipped on day 3&4 and I was one cranky lady!! I was craving greasy food and I wanted it very badly!! I felt very sorry for my husband! Then on day 5 I was finally over it and felt great!!

 You can still make smart choices on the go! This is a burrito bowl from Chipotle. I just brought my containers along with me and measured it out!! 

 One of my favorite snacks. One yellow and one purple container! Ezekiel cinnamon and raisin bread and strawberries!! 

 Got my pizza craving in and it is still on the plan!!!

One of my favorite lunches. 1 red,1/2 yellow, 2 green & 1 purple containers! 

I did learn a few things in the first week.

1) I was over eating even on my healthy foods. I seriously didn't think there was such a thing. I thought you could eat a really big salad and that would be good for you...I was wrong!! 

2) I eat too many carbs even the good carbs! 

3) You can fit a lot of food into those small containers!

4) You can eat out and still make it work!!

5) The 30 minute workouts are KILLER!! Even my husband was sweating a TON!!

6) My stomach has shrank so much over the past week!

The Workouts:

Here are a few moves from the Lower Fix!!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE all of the workouts! The first week I was sore! My legs were sore all over and it was hard to even do the simple tasks like going to the bathroom :) My abs were killing me but in a good way!! I was honestly afraid that this program would not be for men but it really is for everyone. My husband really likes them! They are short and to the point. My favorite workout is the Dirty 30!!!

So overall the biggest change that I have noticed for me is my stomach. It is less bloated and my abs are starting to make their appearance again! My husbands stomach is disappearing and his "love handles" are shrinking! I can say I think that this is not a diet it really teaches about a lifestyle change! I will now be more aware of my portions but still use my 80/20 approach on my diet! I can't wait to see what the end results will be for my husband and I!! 

If you want to give the 21 Day Fix a try email me or message me on Facebook!! 

ashley_weaver10@hotmail.com

www.facebook.com/ashley.weaver.566

Easy Shrimp Stir Fry

This is such an easy meal to throw together!! My husband is a big stir fry fan so I had to come up with something for him to eat and I actually enjoyed it too!! 

Ingredients:

Veggie Stir Fry Mix (frozen)

Shrimp (deveined, thawed out)

EVOO

fiesta lime seasoning (I use Mrs. Dash no salt added)

Directions:

Put your shrimp in a bowl and sprinkle the seasoning on it and stir. 

Cook the stir fry veggies how the package suggests ( I used the microwave).

In a large skillet over medium heat add some EVOO to the pan. Put the shrimp in the pan and cook until shrimp are thoroughly cooked. Turn the heat down to low. Then add the veggies to the pan with the shrimp and stir. Cook for 3-5 minutes and then serve. You can serve over brown rice or whole wheat angel hair pasta! Enjoy!! 

T25 & P90X3 Results Update

I just wanted to give a quick update! I had finished T25 and was 4 weeks in P90X3(I am taking a break for the 21 Day Fix) but I have lost 20 pounds and 19 inches! 

I was trying to find a picture of me in my "old pants" and it was very hard!! I finally found a couple from my sons 2nd birthday party. I was at the point to where I would hide from cameras! I seriously would never have thought my pants would fit like this 6 months later(it took 3 1/2 months to get the weight off)! I NEVER want to go back there again. Even if it feels impossible it is possible, trust me!! 

Meal Plan for 21 Day Fix Week 1

Tomorrow is the day!! It is the start of a 21 Day journey for me and my hubby along with some challengers of mine!! We are starting the 21 Day Fix! Honestly as I sat down to write out my meal plan it took me almost an hour and a half to figure it all out! When I first received it in the mail and I saw the containers I said, "OMG I am going to starve" and my husband was thinking that's not going to happen!! I really couldn't believe how much food I am getting at every meal. Before I thought I was eating pretty healthy but really I was not getting enough veggies (thank God I drink Shakeology) and I was eating WAY to many carbs. So I really had to plan everything out well so I can get everything that I need in!

What I did was a calculation to find out how much of each container I should be eating. I fell into the 1200-1499 calorie range but I am currently breastfeeding so I added 500 calories to my total and it bumped me up to the next level. So I am getting 4 servings of veggies, 3 servings of fruits, 4 servings of proteins, 3 servings of carbs, 1 serving of healthy fats, 1 serving of fats.

The program comes with color coded containers for those food groups. You just fill your container full of the food you will be eating and that is the serving size. I was surprisingly shocked how much you can fit into the containers! I am not eating out of them instead I am putting them on my plate so I can visually see what a proper serving size looks like. This will really help me for the future so I won't have to use the containers anymore!

Next you have to make sure to spread your containers out all throughout the day. I will still eat 5-6 small meals every 2.5-3 hours everyday. They suggest to finish your purple containers (fruits) and yellow (carbs) before 6PM. This will help your body burn fat faster!! Man do I feel sorry for my husband for the next 3 weeks!!

Combined with the nutrition you do daily 30 minute workouts. The workouts are Total Body Cardio Fix, Upper Fix, Lower Fix, Pilates Fix, 10 Minute Fix for Abs, Cardio Fix, Dirty 30 and Yoga Fix. The videos are made up of people of all fitness levels doing the exercises. You can watch whoever you relate with fitness wise and there are modifications to each move. You truly can be a beginner that hasn't worked out in years and still do this!

Some bonus points are you can drink wine in place of a yellow container up to 3 times a week!! You can also eat treats in place of a yellow container up to 3 times a week! There are easy recipes that you can use from salad dressing up to meals! You also can drink Shakeology with this so you can get even more nutrition plus it is an easy to grab and go meal!!! You can drink tea, coffee and of course water as much as you like!!

I am so excited to get this started! I will keep everyone posted weekly on how it is going along with our meal plans, tips and results!! I have included my meal plan below for Week One. Wish us luck!!

21 Day Fix

I will be taking a 21 Day break from Tony Horton(P90X3) to start the much anticipated 21 Day Fix!!! I am hoping to take off my last 10 or so pounds!!! 

The 21 Day Fix is an awesome fitness and nutrition program by Beachbody! You can lose up to 15 pounds in 21 Days!!! It comes with 7 30 minute workouts, a meal guide including restaurant guide, and food containers. This program really focuses on portion control and is not just a "quick fix" but a lifestyle change! 

I will be creating a meal plan this weekend and I will share it and be doing updates! I am so excited to get this started!! 

We are kicking the preseason Of the Challenge group Monday the 17th! If you want to join me in my next 21 Day Fix Challenge group you can get ahold of me on Facebook or email me! 

www.facebook.com/ashley.weaver566

ashley_weaver10@hotmail.com

Clean Eating: Pasta with Chicken and Broccoli

I am always searching for recipes that my son will eat! I am slowly transitioning him into eating healthier but still letting him be a kid!! I finally found an AWESOME cookbook that has kid friendly recipes!! It is The Eat-Clean Diet for Family & Kids by Tosca Reno. It is super easy to make and so yummy!! I added a little cheese to it which made it extra yummy!! 

Ingredients:

8oz of whole wheat bow tie pasta

4 cups frozen broccoli florets 

1 cup frozen peas

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

cut into little pieces

1 tsp chicken seasoning

1/4 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp chili powder

1 tsp dried basil 

2 Tbsp EVOO

1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

Shredded Parmesan cheese(I used a handful)

Ground black pepper- to taste

Sea Salt- to taste

Directions: 

In a large pot cook the pasta, toss in the frozen broccoli and peas into the boiling water for the last few minutes of cooking. Drain the water. 

Place the cubed chicken into a large ziplock bag with the chicken seasoning, chili powder, basil and paprika with a little drizzle of EVOO. Toss around until chicken is evenly seasoned.

In a large skillet add the EVOO and heat on medium. Add the chicken and cook until chicken is thoroughly cooked. 

Add the chicken into the pasta mixture. Add the yogurt, salt, pepper and cheese and mix! 

Enjoy!!!