Frumpy to FIT ----> for FALL!

I am SO proud of these pictures!

Doesn't it make you want to give them a big giant HUG for accomplishing something "TOUGH" ??!?

These are the girls I am looking for. 

The ones who think WEIGHT LOSS or confidence in their own skin is a very DISTANT concept. The ones who think they have to feel uncomfortable forever because they "just can't lose weight."

I'm looking for them because I USE TO BE THEM!

Are you someone who would be SO PROUD of yourself if you dropped 10-15lbs? It's not really about the actual POUNDS as it is about how you feel at your current weight -- its just not good. 

Can you relate?

You need to join me in my September 29th Challenge. Seriously. You do.

Why 10-15lbs? Because that's the place I find myself ... when I've gotten a little LAZY.... a lot less intentional, and just plain fell OFF the wagon.

I was VERY doubtful that a HOME workout program would make me lose the inches I lost and more so I was doubtful that the stubborn number on the scale would move.

But... 21 days later - it did! Two different times with 2 different 21 day programs. IT CAN BE DONE!

21 Day FIX is my VERY favorite program. 

Its short & sweet.

You eat normal food.

You don't have to guess and spend HOURS meal prepping.

It's simple. It's fun. 

There are many other programs we can choose from for you too... 

No matter what Beach body Program you choose..... You will have one on one support, a FUN group, nutrition tips and meal ideas, you WILL tone and tighten your body -- BEFORE all those HOLIDAY pictures!

I'm looking for just TEN women this time.

We are starting on SEPTEMBER 29th... last day to get committed is September 22nd... so lets get you all set up!

Holidays are A COMIN' !! You can be READY and CONFIDENT or you can HATE those family pictures for years to come... 

So... I'm taking the TEN most serious - first comers. 

My goal is to use YOUR before & after pictures on my blog to help encourage OTHER women!

The women you see here in this picture -- those results were ALL accomplished with a Beachbody HOME workout + Shakeology!

If you want to be considered for one of my spots: APPLY HERE!

Touch base with you soon!!! I'm excited to help you get started!

XOXO,

Brittany

EXCLUSIVE NEW Coach Training Group: 21 Day Smart Start: Coaching Accelerated!

10 Spots TOTAL

4 Spots LEFT

As you've heard... we are amping up for the SECOND WAVE of AWESOME! 

Last month I teamed up with 3 of the TOP coaches (including THE #1 TOP coach) to bring you an EXCLUSIVE NEW Coach Training Group: 

21 Day Smart Start: Coaching Accelerated!

The coaches in that group have had a GREAT kickstart to their business. I am VERY excited to offer the SECOND round with improvements implemented from our TEST GROUP.

This is open to my BRAND NEW 2014 Coaches - so if you've been thinking about joining DYNASTY UNITED ... 

N-O-W just might be your time!

Check out some more details HERE

You gotta APPLY by Friday - June 13th! 

APPLY HERE

Looking forward to helping these women BUILD their DREAMS!

xoxo,

Brittany

My FINAL results from the Ultimate Reset!

FINAL RESULTS from the Ultimate Reset!

I did this cleanse for a few reasons...

I didn't want to be a slave to food & emotional eating.

I wanted new healthy ideas for my family.

I wanted to feel the way my body was intended to feel.

I wanted to RESET and start FRESH... especially after the CRUISE & just LAZY behavior (Seeeeee... I'm human)!

I care about being healthy for me, my husband and our future.

I wanted to be proud of myself for doing something tough ... ALL the way through!

I did this for ME because I know that when I am taking the BEST care of myself, I am better able to love, serve and BE with others! 

I can say that EVERYTHING I set out to accomplish... actually happened! PLUS I lost 10lbs - can't be mad at that right!? 

Thankful for all the support I had along the way! Thanks a ton!!

xoxo,

Brittany

My Ultimate Reset Experience! Week ONE and Week TWO recaps!

Hey guys!

So the Ultimate Reset is in FULL effect in this house.

My husband came home from his training trip & dove straight into the Vegetarian Phase with me (week 2).  Before I tell you about that - let me give a total RECAP of Week One.

In WEEK ONE: 

My body was super tired
I was not moody
I was trying to get the HANG of supplement timing + recipes
I made some mistakes but quickly corrected them (I'll tell you about those)
I rested a lot & my body was thankful for that

My favorite foods from Week One were:

Miso Soup
Roasted Root Medley + Zucchini Cashew Soup :: Recipe HERE
Nori Rolls
Fruit plate for breakfast (which tastes like straight up CANDY now)

This was the MISO PASTE I bought from Whole Foods & it was delicious. I am not an Ultimate Reset expert - but it looked good to me! Its in the section with tempeh, tofu, and vegan cheeses.

I'll share my favorite Miso recipe when I recap Week Two! ;)

INSERT: WEEK TWO ---> The phase where you completely eliminate animal products. No dairy. No meat. No eggs. The focus is on veggies, fruits & whole grains. This phase introduces the supplement DETOX.

DETOX: helps remove toxins & waste in the colon. It isn't harsh on your system & doesn't make you RUN to the bathroom. They do you a little favor and add some lemon flavor - but trust me - it's not good ;) Just get it down!

Every day for breakfast you eat a BEAUTIFUL plate of seasonal fresh fruit. Some of my favorites to include are kiwis, pears, berries, and peaches.  Seriously.... so good.

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I really enjoyed this HEALTHY LITTLE FAUX MEXICAN MEAL!

Pinto Beans & Rice with Steamed Veggies:

(Makes 1 serving)

1/2 cup canned pinto beans, with liquid

1 cup cooked brown rice

1 tsp EVOO

1 tsp ground smoked paprika

1 dash ground cumin

1/4 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp Bragg Liquid Aminos

Himalayan slat (to taste; optional)

Heat beans in medium saucepan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, or until hot. Drain. Add oil, paprika, cumin, coriander, Bragg Liquid Aminos, and salt if desired; mix well. Gently fold beans into warm cooked rice.

I still don't have a real STEAMER for my veggies. So I've been using this trick.

READ ABOUT IT HERE

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One night I was in a SOUP mood - and was happy to find Sweet Potato & Roasted Red Pepper Bisque on the menu for Day 9!

I made this soup in NO time at all... used my Vitamix for most of it. SUPER EASY!

You see my cooler in the picture below because on Day 9 I travelled to Richmond with a friend to have some head shots done. I was a little nervous about the traveling aspect - but I planned ahead the night before - packed a cooler & stayed COMPLETELY on track. 

We had a lot of fun with the TALENTED Mrs. Virginia - incredibly talented Photographer & Makeup Artist. Go follow her HERE.

Back to the soup....

Sweet Potato & Roasted Red Pepper Bisque + Veggies:

(Makes 1 serving)

1 cup water (don't forget to use DISTILLED)

1 medium sweet potato, peeled, cubed

1/4 medium red bell pepper

1 tsp finely grated ginger root

1.5 tsp EVOO

2 tsp miso paste, mixed with 2 Tbsp hot water

1 cup vegetable broth (or water)

Bragg Liquid Aminos (or Himalayan Salt to taste; optional)

Herbal seasoning blend (to taste; optional)

Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat; add sweet potato; cook for 5-7 min. Drain. Set aside. Roast red bell pepper on grill or gas stovetop. Turn frequently until skin is evenly charred. Place in medium bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel for 10 minutes. Peel skin under running water. Remove seeds. Chop into 1/2 inch cubes.

Place sweet potato, bell pepper, ginger, oil, miso, & broth in a blender or food processor, in 2 or more batches if necessary; cover with lid & kitchen towel. Blend until smooth. If consistency is too thick, add water. Heat soup in a medium saucepan over medium heat (not needed with Vitamix); cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes, or until hot. Add Bragg Liquid Aminos & seasoning blend if desired.

**Be careful adding Liquid Aminos - mine turned out a TAD too salty!

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My next favorite was basically to DIE for.

It tastes like a HEALTHY vegetable FRIED RICE!!

Quinoa-Lentil Pilaf:

(Makes 1 serving)

1.5 tsp EVOO

1/2 medium carrot, diced

1/2 medium stalk celery, diced

1/4 medium onion, diced

1/4 medium red bell pepper, diced

1/4 ground smoked paprika

1 dash cumin

1/4 tsp ground turmeric

3/4 cup cooked quinoa

1/4 cup cooked lentils

1.5 tsp grated lemon peel

1.5 tsp fresh lemon juice

2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley

Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add carrot, celery, onion, bell pepper, paprika, cumin, and turmeric; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes, or until tender. Add quinoa, lentils, lemon peel, lemon juice, and parsley to cooked vegetables; heat over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Fluff with a fork & serve!

You can pair it with steamed veggies for dinner or Cucumber Tomato for lunch.

Cucumber Tomato Salad:

(Makes 1 serving)

2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar

1 tsp balsamic vinegar

1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

2 tsp EVOO

1 medium cucumber, partially peeled, cut lengthwise, sliced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 Tbsp chopped red onion

1 Tbsp chopped fresh Italian parsley

1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves

Himalayan salt (to taste; optional)

Herbal Seasoning (to taste; optional)

Combine red wine vinegar & balsamic vinegars, lemon juice, and oil in small bowl; mix well. Set aside. Combine cucumber, tomatoes, onion, parsley, basil, salt (if desired) in a large bowl; mix well. Drizzle dressing over cucumber mixtures; toss gently to blend.

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Next Up!

One of my FAVORITE Lunches from Week 2!

Hearty Vegetable Miso Soup + Microgreen Salad:

(Makes 1 serving)

1 tsp EVOO

2 Tbsp finely chopped onion

1 clove garlic, chopped

1 medium carrot, cut into thin diagonal slices

1 medium stalk celery, cut into thin diagonal slices

1/2 tsp finely grated peeled ginger

2 cups water (distilled!!)

1/4 cup broccoli florets

2 Tbsp chopped fresh green beans

1/4 cup shredded Napa cabbage (or bok choy)

1 Tbsp wakame seaweed 

1/2 tsp sesame oil

1 Tbsp green onion, sliced

1 Tbsp miso paster (iced with 2 Tbsp hot water)

Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, ginger, carrot, and celery; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add water; cook at a gentle boil on low for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add broccoli, green beans, cabbage, and seaweed' cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes or until tender-crisp. Remove from heat. Add sesame oil, green onion, and miso; mix well. 

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My LAST meal to share with you is Kabocha Squash with Garlic-Tahini Filling + Grilled Zucchini.

(I used acorn squash and I burned the top of the tahini a little bit ; oops!)

Kabocha Squash with Garlic-Tahini Filling:

(Makes 2 (TWO) servings - 1/4 squash each)

1/2 medium kabocha or acorn squash, seeds removed

4 Tbsp sesame tahini

2 tsp miso paste

1 tsp clove garlic, chopped

2 tsp EVOO

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut squash in half. Place squash halves on baking sheet lightly coated with spray. Combine tahini, miso, garlic, & oil in a small bowl; mix well. Cover squash pieces evenly with tahini mixture. Bake for 30 minutes, or until squash is fork tender.

(Would have been 25 min for my oven).

The Zucchini I cut lengthwise, placed in large ziplock, squeeze one whole lemon into bag + dash of Himalayan salt. Let it sit in there for 10 minutes. Then grilled each side of zucchini on medium-high heat for 10 minutes each side. DELISH!

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Something that really helps me is having a LARGE BOWL set inside the fridge for my fruit. The drawers are packed FULL of veggies and I don't like to waste food -- so if I have my fruit OUT in a bowl - it's easier for me to GRAB it and make sure I USE it!

As of today, Day 14 - I am down 9lbs! I'm happy with my progress for sure! I no longer feel like a busted can of biscuits ;)

Week TWO -- I have been a little moody. No headache and not as tired. Not hungry in between meals. For snacks, I have been having Vegan Chocolate Shakeology + 2 tsp almond butter OR 1 green apple + 1 cup blueberries.

Here's a quick VIDEO on some of my HEADS UP's!

Thanks for reading!

xoxo

Brittany

Join me on Facebook in my next Online Challenge Group!! Or if you LOVE getting healthy & want to help others do the same join my team as a COACH!

PS: WISH ME LUCK!! Tomorrow I enter into the ALL VEGAN phase! I will keep you posted on my experience!

Ordinary -to- OUT OF THIS WORLD!

I am in LOVE with building a sustainable business from HOME!

At first I was SO in love with Beachbody products like P90X, Brazil Butt Lift, Shakeology, 21 Day FIX... (I still am)... but NOW... I am MORE in love with the business model for helping people.

I HAVE to pass it on. It would be SELFISH not to pass on an opportunity like this.

I can honestly say my life went from completely ordinary to truly out of this world. God has ALWAYS blessed my life & I have always been very thankful for everything and everyone in it. BUT... God truly DID use this opportunity to show me how GOOD life can be when the financial TUG is gone! God uses this opportunity to develop me as a leader, as a person, as a wife, and as a Christian.

My marriage is stronger. There isn't a TUG on our relationship because of TIGHT finances anymore. I am FULFILLED by having a CHALLENGE in my life that I LOVE. I am filled by HELPING other people!

 I have met some of my VERY BEST FRIENDS ever because of THIS opportunity!

I am looking for people like me.

Wanting true financial freedom. 

Willing to learn.

20's or 30's.

Women.

With a DESIRE to be healthy (not perfect).

Who LIKE helping people.

Who WANT to be DEBT FREE.

You can continue your full time job if you want.. or you can make helping people from home your full time job.

Either way... I am looking for 8 new business builders.

I will mentor you one-on-one... sharing EVERYTHING I have learned to start strong in this business & stay strong.

I will show you how to replace your full time income & exceed it. I will show you how to build a 6 figure income FROM HOME.... by helping others... and getting in the BEST shape of YOUR life. 

... I will help you see how much you are capable of - both in your own fitness & in the lives of others! 

10 Spots ---> 2 already TAKEN. 

One-on-One mentoring for 2014.

Don't be intimidated - believe in YOURSELF and trust that I will show you the ropes!

*New coaches only.
*My coaches only.

This is for those who are READY for a CHANGE!!! 

If you want to be one of my 8 selected: 

GO HERE to fill out the application!

Here is a quick summary of my FIRST YEAR's income as a Beachbody Coach:

If you want to read about my first year income journey... 

GO HERE. 

Thanks for reading! Can't wait to get started!!!

TIME FOR CHANGE!!! TIME TO DREAM BIG!! 

Whose LIFE is this!? 

YOURS!!!

Never Give Up!

XOXO,

Brittany

Top Coach: Personal Coach Mentor Group!

"If you don't design your own life plan, chances are you'll fall into someone else's plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much." - Jim Rohn

I am excited to start my next COACH Mentorship program this WEEK! We have some very excited new coaches! They are going to learn how to lay the foundation for a 6 figure income with HELPING others live healthy lives.

I want to open it up to a few more. I know many have been considering coaching as a way to create a LITTLE or a LOT more freedom for their family.

You have watched me for 12 months now. I've tested the waters. It is a legit opportunity. You CAN create a 6 figure income at home in a VERY short time. 

NO... LIFE is not ALL about money --- at all. QUITE the opposite actually. But I believe financial freedom relieves STRESS, creates more moments for families to truly experience unity and LIFE together, and I believe God honors those who are trying to become debt free.

I am committed to abbreviating the learning curve for my new coaches. To me... 2014 is ALL about helping OTHER women create this kind of freedom, lessen the pressure for their husbands to cover ALL the bills, to create more opportunities to LIVE, create memories & to become DEBT FREE.

If you are interested in applying for one of the spots left in March's mentorship group... 

APPLY HERE

You have until Friday to join in on THIS coach training group 

Thank you for all the interest but this is ONLY open to MY new coaches 

I hope you will join me!!

xoxo,

Brittany

I'd love to connect with you on Facebook where I post DAILY encouragement & tips!

21 Day FIX : the GO-TO blog for the BEST start! RECIPES * REVIEWS * RESULTS

Hey everyone!!

As you all know... we have been SO excited about the 21 Day Fix... the BRAND NEW Beachbody program designed and introduced to us by Autumn Calabrese. She is a celebrity trainer & national-level bikini competitor. She is a rising star in the fitness community because she is helping SO MANY people lose weight and get fit with a SIMPLE portion control and consistent exercise program. 

So... lets cut to the chase!!! I just finished my FIRST full week of the program. 

It was EVERYTHING I hoped for and more

... really!

So let me just jump in.

FITNESS REVIEW:

I absolutely LOVE the layout of these workouts. 

• Different workout every day.
• 30 minutes long. 
• Active recovery day is YOGA and is SO relaxing.
• The workouts are broken up into a series of SETS. So... for instance... {in one workout} you will do 8 rounds total. In each round there are 2 exercises... and usually you repeat each exercise twice. Its simple. You have a 10-30 second rest period in between exercises. 
• There is a GREAT modifier and ALWAYS an option to STEP it up for a greater challenge.
• Autumn is the PERFECT mix of motivator & cheerleader.
• Long enough to be CHALLENGED but still quick enough to not be drawn out (no endless chatter).

NUTRITION REVIEW:

This is the most GENIUS meal plan I've ever followed.

• You eat regular food!
• Container portion control system is EASY.
• You can have wine and chocolate ;)
• You do NOT go hungry.
• You LEARN how to maintain your results and FUEL your body!

Here are some of my meal examples! This is FUN!

Below is ONE day of FOOD!

Here are some of my other favorites!

Typical Breakfast: 1 red, 1 purple, 1 yellow:

Ezekiel Toast, Turkey Bacon & Strawberries!

 Typical Snack: 1 red & 1 green:

Greek Yogurt with 1 Stevia packet & Carrots!

Typical Lunch: 1 red

Shakeology with water!

...lately I have been drinking the new Strawberry! 

Typical Dinner: 1 red, 2 green, 1 blue:

Baked Chicken, Brown Rice, Green Beans & 1/4 Avocado!

"Dessert" ideas: 1 orange 1-2 tsp:

Raw Sunflower Seeds & Almond Butter! 

{Looks weird but it is YUMMY!}

"Dessert" idea #2: 1 yellow, 1 orange, & 1-2 tsp:

*Poor Girl Butter Cake*

1/2 Whole Wheat English Muffin, Raw Sunflower Seeds & Almond Butter! 

{Looks REALLY weird but it is YUMMY!}

Now let's talk about results....

This is just ONE week in... literally 7 days. 

This is  my friend, challenger, and fellow coach Anna. Follow her on Facebook. She is a mom of TWO and busy military wife. She has some GREAT core progress in just 7 days! Sounds crazy >>> but this program is legit. 

Then there is me... same thing... many inches lost and leaning out for sure! Again.... 7 days!

We aren't perfect & we aren't claiming to be. Just giving credit to this program because it is simple, it is healthy & it is effective. 

Anna & I are both in a category where we don't have a lot of weight to lose (although it is definitely there -- trust me)... but this program is for ALL ends of the spectrum. Girls like me who would love to LEAN out, tone, possibly lose 5-15lbs. And then there are people like Deon. 

He did 10 rounds of the 21 Day Fix and lost 111lbs!!! 

So awesome! And don't forget... there IS an excellent

modifier. There is an OPTION to make it harder. So literally... this is for ALL fitness levels. 

My current Challenge Group is doing such great job! They are living the healthiest they ever have in a COMMUNITY of support. If you are interested in joining umm next group -- contact me ASAP. They ALWAYS fill up but they are the KEY to lasting results!

I cannot WAIT to update you all after WEEK TWO!

Be sure you hit *SUBSCRIBE* on the top right of the blog to follow!

Hope to connect with you on Facebook too!! Regular posting and encouragement there!

Don't be afraid to reach out! I am happy to help however I can! Don't think... OH I could never get results... I promise you... you can. 

Here is a little idea of WHAT my private Facebook Challenge Groups are about!

Thanks for reading!!

More UNIQUE 21 Day FIX approved recipes/ideas to come!

xoxo,

Brittany

In case you want to know more about the 21 Day FIX program... here you go!