Turkey & Sweet Potato Soup

 

This recipe started out as putting a little bit of this & a handful of that into the pot & turned out to be super delicious!  All four of the kids asked for more...I'd call that kid approved!

 

1 1/2 lbs. lean ground turkey, browned

1 Tbls. extra virgin olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 large carrots, sliced thinly

2 medium sweet potatoes, sliced thinly

1/2 cup lentils

1 cup frozen spinach

1 box low sodium chicken broth

2 cups water

1 Tbls. ground cumin

a dash of ground cinnamon

a dash of ground ginger

sea salt & fresh ground black pepper to taste

 

1)Brown ground turkey in a large soup pot.  Remove meat from pot once it is browned.

 

2) Sautee onion & garlic for 1-2 mins. in extra virgin olive oil.  Add in carrots & sweet potatoes & sautee an additional 1-2 mins.

 

3) Add in browned ground turkey.

 

4) Cover with chicken broth & water. 

 

5) Add in lentils & spinach.  Add additional water if needed to cover all ingredients.

 

6) Stir in cumin, cinnamon, ginger, sea salt, & pepper.

 

7) Bring soup to a boil for 1-2 mins.  Stir well, cover, & lower heat.  Simmer approx. 45 minutes.

 

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Oatmeal with Greek Yogurt and Berries

 

You have a jam-packed day, a to-do list a mile long, a family to take care of, & a million jobs to do....but you skipped breakfast?!?

 Fuel your body with healthy foods & you'll be more focused & energized to carpe diem!
Additionally, folks who eat breakfast are more likely to make healthier food choices throughout the day & eat fewer calories.

 This morning I prepared 1/2 cup rolled oats with 1/2 cup water - microwaved for 1 minute.

Then I stirred in 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of cinnamon, a dab of raw honey, & a healthy deserving of fresh berries.

 For those of you doing the 21 Day Fix - ‪this is 1 yellow, 1 red, & 1 purple.

 

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More Energy & Better Food Choices after 3 rounds of the 21 Day Fix

 

Happy dance!  Party time! 

 

I love celebrating victories with my challengers!

 

This awesome lady started off 2015 with a bang, deciding to improve her health & fitness in one of my online accountability groups.  Her goals were to eat healthier & stay on a regular exercise plan with consistency.  The easy-to-follow nutrition guide from the 21 Day Fix & dynamic 30 minute workouts made those goals attainable.

 

She also craved motivation & support to stay on track.  Thanks to the support of the challenge group she was able to continue with her program, get back on track, and see great results. 

She says, "I  totally have more energy..I feel like I have control to stay away from bad/too much food."

 

Check out more awesome transformation stories here.

 

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Busy Moms Boot Camp

 

Spring is coming & for me that means life is about to get a whole lot more hectic....

Soccer practices, after school activities, weekends on the soccer fields, life will be go, Go, GO!!! Even more-so than usual.  This could easily spell disaster for healthy eating habits & an exercise routine for Momma, but over the past 2 1/2 years I have learned better. 

 

I used to think that to get good results I would have to spend hours at the gym & spend eons in the kitchen.  Then I joined an online accountability group where I learned some tips & tricks to make healthy eating & daily exercise manageable.  I found workouts that gave me results in about 30 minutes a day that I could do right in my basement - no need to take time away from the family to trudge back & forth to the gym.  I learned that doing a little food prep on the weekends & making a meal plan saved me not only time, but also money & headaches throughout our jam-packed, activity-filled week. 

 

What's more, I found that taking care of myself & my health gave me the ENERGY to be the active, involved Momma I had always wanted to be.  I can keep up with my four kiddos & they are learning healthy habits by watching me.  What an awesome feeling to have my kids ask to workout with me or if the snack they picked is a healthy choice!

 

In Busy Moms Boot Camp we will spend 30 days learning how to live a healthy lifestyle even when you are constantly on the go!  I'll help you find the home workout that will meet your fitness needs & work with your busy schedule.  You will get busy-mom-friendly recipes that can be made or prepped ahead & will keep you out of the drive thru!  Easy to follow, healthy meal plans will be provided each week that we can work together to adjust to the taste & needs of your active family.

Easy to follow shopping lists & tips.

Daily accountability, support, & motivation.

A community of like-minded Mommas working together to build healthy families.

 

Commit to yourself.  Commit to your health & the health of your family.

 

Here is an example of one of those meal plans:

Jan. 26-Feb. 1 meal plan	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Workout	Max 30 Cardio Challenge	Max 30 Tabata StrengthMa	Max 30 Sweat Intervals	Max 30	Max 30 Friday Fight, Round 2	Teach PiYo Live Class	Rest / Pulse
Breakfast	Ezeikiel English muffin, 2 tsp. all natural peanut butter, plain greek yogurt, blueberries, cinnamon	Shakeology, ½ grapefruit	Shakeology	Shakeology	Shakeology,  ½ grapefruit	Shakeology	egg white oatmeal (1 red, 1 yellow) with apples
AM Snack	cheddar cheese, cucumbers	egg white oatmeal (1 red, 1 yellow) with blueberries	egg white oatmeal (1 red, 1 yellow) with blueberries	½ cup old fashioned oats, blueberries, protein powder	½ cup old fashioned oats, blueberries	½ cup old fashioned oats, blueberries, protein powder	Shakeology
Lunch	Shakeology, clementine	Left over Italian Crock Pot Chicken, salad	salad, baked chicken breast, dressing, ½ grapefruit	salad, baked chicken breast, dressing, ½ grapefruit	salad, dressing, chicken & vegetable soup	2 eggs over easy  with sauteed veggies on a whole grain tortilla	clean egg salad, spinach & arugula, ½ grapefruit
PM Snack	carrots, 2 hard boiled eggs	cucumbers, black bean hummus	cucumbers, black bean hummus	cucumbers, hummus	red peppers, 2 hard boiled eggs	cucumbers, hummus	cucumbers, black bean hummus
Dinner	Italian Crock Pot Chicken, spinach, whole wheat pasta	Mini turkey meatloaf, baked sweet potato, oven roasted broccoli	baked fajitas, salad, dressing	chicken & vegetable soup, homemade whole wheat biscuits	chicken & vegetable stir fry, brown rice	cheat meal	Turkey chili, fresh cucumbers & carrots
		PiYo practice	Teach PiYo Live Class Post-PiYo Shakeology!		PiYo practice		FitMommaOfFour.com

 

If you are ready to get out of the cycle of fast food and fatigue, join me today for Busy Moms Boot Camp! 

Complete your application here:

 

 

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February Focus

 

I used to think that if I took the time to workout or do much of anything for myself that I was taking away for my family or being selfish.  Now that I have been living a healthy lifestyle for over 2 1/2 years my prospective has changed.  I now realize that taking care of myself, making time to workout & make healthy food for the family all make me a BETTER mom, wife, daughter, & friend.  My healthy habits are trickling down to my family - they see me being physically active & strong & aspire to do the same.  I'm involving the kids in meal planning & cooking healthy dishes - they are more willing to try them & have come to love *most* of the clean eats we eat daily.

 

This February I want to help other Mommas find that FOCUS. 

I will share my tips & tricks to make small changes & daily choices that will make a BIG impact in your health & fitness in the long run.

 

Could you benefit from a supportive group of Moms cheering each other along to make healthier choices?

How about daily tips, motivation, support, & accountability?

Weekly meal plans & healthy recipes - do they sound good?

 

Pair that with 1:1 guidance from me to help pair you with a fabulous home workout that will

*fit into your busy schedule

*meet your needs

*help you crush your health & fitness goals.

 

Take a few minutes to fill out this questionnaire & I will guide  you in the right direction for SUCCESS!

 

 

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Blueberry Syrup

Whether you are having a special breakfast, brunch, or breakfast for dinner, this easy to make blueberry syrup makes the most simple waffle or pancake something extra special.

 

In a saucepan combine

 

1/4 cup pure maple syrup

 

&

 

1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

 

Bring to a boil over medium high heat.

Lower heat & simmer 3-5 minutes to thicken slightly.

 

Serve over your favorite breakfast treat or with plain Greek yogurt.

 

Pair with my super simple banana pancakes for a fruity delight.

 

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Oven-roasted broccoli

Broccoli has always been one of my favorite vegetables, but I know it's not everyone's number one menu item when simply steamed or raw.  Try roasting your broccoli in the oven & it is a whole new world of flavor!

 

1. Pre-heat oven to 425.

 

2. Cut 2 heads of broccoli into even sized florets. 

 

3. Coat broccoli in 2 Tbls. extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp. sea salt, & 1 Tbls. black pepper.

 

4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, turning half way through cooking.

 

Serve with clean eating chicken nuggets for a yummy baked version of chicken & broccoli! 

 

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