Chocolate Protein Shakeology Pancakes

Do you have a hard time thinking of something healthy to eat for lunch?  

These yummy Chocolate Protein  pancakes made with the nutritionally dense Shakeology® are a quick and easy solution for your lunch time blues. You can make them up the night before and warm them when you're ready to eat, but to be honest they taste pretty good cold ;) 

Top them with fruit, Low sugar maple syrup or my favorite melted peanut butter (to save on fat and calories I use PB2 instead of traditional peanut butter).

**If you need help getting connected with a program that will fit with your lifestyle, so you can get the results that you want then send me a Coachlorimudd@gmail.com and let's talk about all the ways that I can help you!** 

CHOCOLATE PROTEIN SHAKEOLOGY PANCAKES

Ingredients:

1            Scoop Chocolate Shakeology

1            Very ripe Banana

1/4 c      Old Fashion Oats

2 Tbsp   Unsweetened Almond Milk

1 tsp      Vanilla extract

1 tsp      Baking Powder

1            Egg

1            Egg white

BLEND! 
*Dip about 1/4 cup at a time on to a hot griddle pre-sprayed with Canola or Coconut oil. 
*Cook about 1 minute per side(or until you see several bubbles then flip). 
*Make about 4 pancakes=1 serving=2-Red 2-Purple 1/2-Yellow

(Pancakes only) (add containers or tsp if you add toppings to your pancakes).

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TBT! Obesity in America- It's Time to Get Fit & End the Trend

In light of recent events today is going to Thankful. Believe. Thursday.

I was hesitant at first to speak to you all about this issue, because I don’t want to sound self serving or uncaring. Then I realized that was exactly what I was if I didn’t talk to you about it. About what? I think you know? Your health. Your weight. Your fitness. Your longevity of life.

Obesity in America is breaking records at the rate of increase, especially in children and where do children learn to eat-yep from US! The “do as I say, not as I do” rule just doesn’t cut it you have to show your kids, your family how to, not only eat right, but how to live a healthy lifestyle. (Check out my post on Why Am I Still Hungry? to see how our poor diets drives us to over eat.)

I’ll be the first to admit I dropped the ball when it comes to this I was a poor example for my children growing up and now some of them are suffering the consequences of poor choices, because I didn’t teach them how to make the right choices when it came to their food/nutrition.

It took me 15 years to get it together and lose the weight that I needed to in order to have the active, healthy, life that I wanted. Because it took me so long to make the decision to get healthy I now have damage to my knees, back, and who knows what else. You see the longer you go around carrying those extra pounds the more damage that is being done to your body and the more medical conditions you are prone to develop as your life progress (Diabetes, Heart disease, high cholesterol, hypertension, certain types of cancer, etc.) TIPS ON HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT & GET HEALTHY

The point is we are not guaranteed tomorrow and there are things that we can NOT control that might shorten or debilitate our lives here on this earth. But there are some factors that we CAN control that can help us live a long, active, healthy, and independent life. Two of those factors are our nutrition and fitness. Decide that IT’S TIME to take back your life and make the changes TODAY for your healthy TOMORROW. Be the healthy example for your kids that you wish you would have had growing up.

Are you in need of help with your fitness and weight loss journey? Are you looking for support, so that you can get the results that you want? If you are looking for clean eating support, fitness support or just need motivation, then ask me about the different ways I can help you! MORE INFO!

IF YOU WANT TO START TODAY I HAVE A COMPLEMENTARY 5 DAY CLEAN EATING MEAL PLAN, COMPLETE WITH RECIPES AND A GROCERY LIST, TO HELP YOU GET STARTED ON YOUR PATH TO A HEALTHY LIFE.

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?

The Master's Hammer and Chisel final week

This is my final week for The Master's Hammer and Chisel program, although I haven't lost all the weight that I wanted to, I'm proud that I finished all 60 days. I absolutely loved the program and I feel so much stronger, like I have more control of my body. The weight part is my own fault, because my eating has been out of control for sometime now, so needless to say I didn't stick to the meal plan like I should have-AGHH!

But I'm no quitter, so with our new Challenge group my goal is going to be to really focus on adhering to the meal plan and making the positive changes to my nutrition that I need to make in order to get the results that I want.

On March 7th we will start our pre season which consists of 1 week of goal setting, pictures, measurements, meal planning and education on the nutritional plan and then the following week is our official day 1.

**For 30 days I will guide you daily through the program of your choice (you can chose from Hammer & Chisel, 21 DF, 21 DFX or Cize) with support, accountability, access to an online/app based closed group for support and guidance. Each participant is required to purchase one of the above listed programs Challenge pack/Program and commit to replacing one meal a day with Shakeology for the duration of the group. **

If you are interested in getting more deets about the program please complete the form below and I will contact you ASAP.

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Challenge Packs

At any age you can be in the best shape of your life. Stop telling yourself, "I'm to old to workout that hard." "I've had a hysterectomy or gone through the "change" so my hormones are messed up and I just can't lose weight." "My thyroid is shot, so I just don't have the energy to workout. I'm just doomed to be fat."

All of that is B.S.!!! To be healthy, fit, and have the active life that you want takes one thing a COMMITMENT from you to make the changes that you need to make in order to get the results that you deserve!

NOW IS YOUR TIME!!! Don't waste another minute being trapped in a body and a life that you're not happy with. I wasted 15 years of my life and now I help others just like you get connected with the program that is right for them and their lives. But it doesn't stop there, once you start your program I'll be there to cheer you on and support you all the way!!!

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21 Day Fix Turkey Chili

What's for supper Grandpa?  Remember how they use to go to the window and ask that question on the TV show Hee Haw? Well, I doubt Grandpa ever had anything quite this healthy on the menu. TURKEY CHILI-easy and quick to make and it taste even better the next day, so yeah for leftovers!!!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 lbs raw 93% lean ground turkey
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green pepper chopped
•  3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 Tbsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp sea salt 
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (to taste;optional)
• 2 (15 oz) cans black beans (or pinto beans), drained, rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can all-natural diced tomatoes, no sugar added (I use tomatoes with green chiles in them for a little extra kick)
• 12 fresh cilantro sprigs, finely chopped (for garnish; optional)

COOKING TIME:

1.    Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2.    Add turkey, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally,
3.    for 5 to 8 minutes, or until turkey is no longer pink.
4.    Add beans and tomatoes (with liquid). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; gently    boil, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until thickened.
5.    Serve warm, sprinkled with cilantro.

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TIP: Store in individual

containers and freeze

for future meals.

VARIATIONS:

Substitute ground

turkey with diced

chicken or turkey breast.

Add garbanzo beans and 

organic corn for additional

 texture and flavor.

21 DAY FIX 

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Easy Low Calorie 21 Day Fix Baked Oatmeal Cups

Most people do their meal prep on Sundays or Mondays, but I work nightshift weekends, so my Meal Prep day is usually Tuesday. Prepping on Tuesday seems to workout pretty good, because the kids are in school and most people are at work, so the store isn't so crowded and I can get in and out in goodtime. And let's face it we all seem to be short on time, right?

What I tell my challengers and what I've found to be true for myself with my weight loss (I've lost 175 lbs My Weight Loss Story) is that success is in the planning. Along with that the best plan is a simple one and that it has to fit with your lifestyle, because if it doesn't you're not going to stick with it for the long term. And in order to have PERMANENT weight loss success you have to make LIFESTYLE changes that are permanent, no crash diets, no pills, no giving up one food group or eating only 1 food group. This is a balanced, simple nutrition plan with proven results! The 21 Day Fix teaches the right way to eat for a healthy life!(Need a plan for your weight loss? Send me a message and let me tell you all the ways I can help you find success.)

Now that you have your Meal Plan it's time to make your menu for the week and that is usually what takes the most time, but after the first few times doing it you'll learn what recipes you like and what works best for you and your's so it will get easier as time goes by. 

The key to the Meal Prep game is to keep it simple:

1. Figure out your menu.
2. Go shopping.
3. Get cooking & prepping foods (washing & cutting up veggies & putting them in serving size containers, etc.)
4. Make large quantities so you can freeze some for future meals for weeks to come.
5. Complement meals that take more time to prepare with wash-and-go fruit, simple salads, & easy snacks like Shakeology, Greek yogurt, or hard-boiled eggs.
6. Save weekly menus that you love, so you can skip the planning and head straight to the store next time!

HERE IS ONE OF MY FAMILIES FAVE RECIPES FOR A QUICK ON THE GO BREAKFAST;)

21 Day Fix

Baked Oatmeal Cups with Raisins and Walnuts

Total Time: 45 min.
Prep Time: 15 min.
Cooking Time: 30 min.
Yield: 12 servings, 1 cup each

Ingredients:
Nonstick cooking spray
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
2 large bananas, mashed
1 Tbsp. raw honey
2½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon (I don't like cinnamon so I don't use it)
1½ tsp. baking powder
1½ cups unsweetened almond milk (I use unsweetened vanilla almond milk)
¾ cup chopped raw walnuts
¼ cup raisins (I prefer golden raisins or cranraisins)

Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2. Prepare twelve muffin cups by coating with spray. Set aside.
3. Combine eggs, extract, bananas, and honey in a large bowl; mix well. Set aside.
4. Combine oats, cinnamon, and baking powder in a medium bowl; mix well.
5. Add oat mixture to egg mixture; mix well.
6. Add almond milk; mix well.
7. Divide oat mixture evenly between prepared muffin cups.
8. Top evenly with walnuts and raisins.
9. Bake 26 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown and toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Tip: Pecans, cashews, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, or dark chocolate chips can be substituted for walnuts and raisins.

FOR MORE HEALTHY AND/OR 21 DAY FIX RECIPES CLICK ON THE RECIPE SECTION ABOVE! BE BLESSED. LORI

How To Fill Your Life With Joy and Happiness

Have you ever thought to yourself is this it? Is this as good as it is going to get? 

Everywhere you look the world is filled with sin, sickness, sorrow, and death. Sure there are momentary times of physical pleasures, but they are short lived. How in the world can I live a happy life full of joy? By remembering that this world is NOT your home and that an eternity of happiness and joy awaits you with your heavenly Father.

Of course, we need to endure while we are here and experience joy in the here and now and you do that by taking the focus off of yourself and putting in onto someone else. Stop trying to make yourself happy and start trying to make others happy!

As a Beachbody Coach I get to help others get success with their weight loss and fitness goals. And let me tell you nothing fills me with more joy then when one of my challengers sends me a message excited because they finally started losing weight after years of failing or they can now walk 2 miles or fit into a pair of pants they've been trying to get into for years.

I send out messages of encouragement to my challengers and friends, but I'm the one who gets the blessing when they return with a message, "How did you know I needed this message today! I've been in bed for 3 days, because the depression has been so bad...thank you so much." If you've every thought about being a coach or you're looking for a way to help others then join me tonight for a LIVE Facebook group event for a BACKSTAGE PASS:What is Beachbody Coaching? Comment "I'm In" if you want to be added to the group!!.

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TO GET JOY TODAY GO OUT AND GIVE IT FIRST BY BLESSING 3 PEOPLE. 

Shakeology Chocolate Chip Energy Bar

Looking for a quick and portable pick me up or maybe you need an alternative to drinking your daily dose of dense nutrition? Then give this yummy Chocolate Shakeology Energy Bar recipe a try! With only 148 calories per bar, which is 1-purple 1/2-red for my Fixers, you can't go wrong for a D-lish and grab-n-go snack.

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 crushed walnuts
• 1 cup old fashion oats
• 1/2 unsweetened vanilla Almond milk
• 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
• 3 scoops Chocolate Shakeology

MIX IT UP REAL GO!

1. Take an 8x8 dish spray with olive oil cooking spray
2. Pat mixture down tight into pan and throw in fridge, until hard (about an hour)
3. Cut into 12 serving size bars

EACH BAR=148 calories or 1-purple 1/2-red

For more info on the 21 Day Fix checkout my site at 21 Day Fix

Want To Know How To Make Your Fitness Your Business?

I have to start off by saying that I absolutely love being a nurse and the day I graduated nursing school was one of the happiest days of my life. I had wanted to be a nurse for as long as I could remember, so it was a dream come true for me. What I love about nursing is helping others and a nurse does that in many ways; we give them medication, monitor their condition and alert the md when there are problems, we take care of their emotional needs, and we support their families as well. Being there for the patient and their family emotionally and helping them to find resources to lighten their burden is my heart and soul, but management makes that harder and harder to do everyday.

My nursing pay check has supported my family for 19 years now. When my youngest son was born he had asthma and couldn't go to daycare and I made more money than my husband, so the decision was made for him to stay home with the kids ( 4 boys) and me to work. He did go back to work when Seth was older, but he does heating and cooling for a living and it is not a reliable income. I worked 12 hour nightshifts on the weekends, so I could take the kids to school during the week.

 Now the children are grown and I find myself at a new chapter in my life. I have FREE TIME! No running the kids to 4 different schools. No after school activities-practices, ball games,etc... No "Can you take me to my friends house." All these things use to drive me crazy and now I kinda miss them. Anyone else have that problem? Anyway no more running, so now what? I'm frustrated with work, I love being a Beachbody Coach and helping others find their path to a healthy life, and I've been trying to find a way to get more involve with my faith, so...

I've done a lot of praying and I've known for a while now that my path now lies with coaching, but I haven't been brave enough to take that leap and build my team into a full-time career. What would people think? Would I lose my identity if I didn't work as a nurse? I realize now that my ministry is through coaching. God brought me through my addiction to food and blessed me with a 175 lb weight loss. I know now that all those years I suffered with obesity I was being forged into a weapon for His glory, so I could fight to bring his people back to the fold. Have you ever felt confused as to why God would make you go through so much crap?

If you're at a crossroads in your life-empty nest syndrome, fed up with a job that holds you down, just looking for something more, something to help you get closer to your faith, then let me suggest that you check out Beachbody Coaching.
When you join my team:

• You will receive training from the Top Coaches in the company.
• You will be mentored by me and given step by step instructions on how to get your business started, but it is YOUR business & YOUR choice to run it the way you see fit.
• You will be a part of a team that has Faith, Family, and Fitness as their core values and you will be supported, not just as a team member, but as part of our family.
• You will be shown how you can run a successful business by investing just 1 hour a day.
• You are not required to sale anything.
• You do not have to be a fitness instructor or trainer.
• You do not have to be at your goal weight.
• Beachbody doesn't guarantee any level of income or success that is all based on each coaches hard work and effort. 

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**Are you ready to take that first step down the path to a new life of abundance that God has promised you?

 I'm asking you to be Fearless! Fearless doesn't mean you're not afraid. It means you're terrified, but you do what you know is right anyway. So, make the right choice for you and your life! Send me a message For more deets!