Country Heat VIP Test Group

With Country Heat, Autumn Calabrese brings fitness and fun together in one exciting country dance-inspired workout that's simple, effective, and such a blast, you'll be dancing off the pounds before you know it. I sampled a workout, and it is a lot of fun (which means a lot coming from a non-dancer, non-country fan like myself). But like me, you might have a lot of questions - and hopefully this can answer a few of your questions and help you see if this new program is right for you.

If you are interested, I do have an upcoming VIP Test Group that will launch August 8th - hope to see you there (application at the end of this post)

What is Country Heat? 

• Super Trainer and professionally trained dancer Autumn Calabrese brings you a high-energy, low-impact, country dance inspired workout that's so simple anyone can do it, and so much fun you'll barely notice you're dropping pounds while getting a great total-body workout.
• An easy-to-follow, 30-day fitness program that combines 5 high-energy, cardio-based dance workouts, 1 dance conditioning workout, and the portion-control Eating Plan to maximize weight loss and achieve a toned, tightened body in just 30 minutes a day.
• All Country Heat songs are set to the hottest country music, with songs that you've probably heard on the radio. Not only did Autumn pick these songs for their popularity, she specifically matched her moves to the faster and slower beats to create the perfect interval training within each routine. The result? A fired-up metabolism that burns maximum calories and fat! 

Who is the target audience?

•  Anyone of any size, age, and fitness level who wants to start a fitness program. 
• Those who have tried and failed at complicated diet/exercise programs. 
• People who want to lose weight and are looking for results in 30 days. 
• People who like Zumba workouts. 
• People who like country music. 
• People who generally don't like to exercise or who want a lifestyle change, but aren't sure where to begin. 
• People who like to dance but are intimidated by complicated choreography they have to memorize. 
• Any 21 Day Fix customer who wants to continue to lose weight with a low-impact cardio program. 
• Fans of Autumn Calabrese and other Beachbody dance workouts like CIZE and Hip Hop Abs. 

What are the unique benefits? 

• It's a fun, easy-to-follow dance workout that ANYONE can do—in just 30 minutes a day! You'll have so much fun dancing to the hottest country hits you'll barely notice you're dropping pounds and getting a great total-body workout. 
• The program includes 5 cardio-based dance workouts and 1 Dance Conditioning workout that will burn major calories and shape, tone, and tighten your entire body—in just 30 days. 
• Diets don't work when you feel deprived! So Autumn is including her foolproof, portion-control containers to help you lose weight while still enjoying your favorite foods. No calorie counting, special foods, or eating at home all the time. 
• Autumn's easy-to-use Eating Plan shows you how to use your portion-control containers to create easy, delicious recipes— with foods you love—in just the right portions to reach your weight-loss goals.

What’s included? 

•  6 workouts on 3 DVDs 
• 5 Dance Workouts, each with a step-by-step breakdown of all the moves 
• 1 Dance Conditioning Workout 
• A set of 7 color-coded, portion-control containers and a Shakeology® shaker cup to help you keep your nutrition on track and your weight-loss goals in check. 
• Country Heat Eating Plan provides a wide range of simple-to-make recipes and shows you how to portion out your meals to help you achieve safe, sustainable weight loss. And we included new Country Heat Healthy Comfort Food recipes. 
• Quickstart Guide gives you an easy 3-step way to get started and get dancing. 
• 30-Day Calendar shows you exactly which workout to do from Day One to Day 30.
• Bonus workout DVD - exclusive from ME 

So what do you think??? Who is ready to dance those inches away, while having fun to great music?

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Crockpot Rotel Chicken

This idea came from a challenger of mine! And it is going to be a new staple in my meal plan! Simple as can be, fabulous and you can make it in a crockpot! Total Win!

What you need:

• 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can of Rotel (no salt added)
• 2 tbsp 21 Day Fix Southwest seasoning or Chicken Taco seasoning

What you need to do:

1. Toss everything (including the juice from the rotel can) in a crockpot
2. Add 1/2 cup of water
3. Cover and turn on low
4. Cook for 6-8 hours
5. Shred chicken
   
6. Use for tacos or a salad! Amazing either way
7. Enjoy!

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Crockpot Beef Tips!

Fabulous! Ahh, switching it up - ready for a recipe without chicken for once? haha... I usually make this and just toss the beef tips in, but I wanted to thicken up the broth so I floured and pan fried the beef first - not sure it made a huge difference though!

What you need:

• 1 pound lean beef tips
• 1 pound of baby carrots
• 1 pound of mini potatoes
• 2 cups low sodium beef or vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced

What you need to do:

1. Optional - heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a frying pan. Lightly flour beef tips and quickly brown in the oil
2. Add to crockpot - along with all the above
3. Sprinkle with pepper
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours!

Super Saturday - October 2015

Super Saturday is a quarterly event where we, as coaches celebrate success and learn about what is coming up next and how to prepare for it. The last 2 Super Saturdays, I spent in Pittsburgh - but this time the girls and I road tripped to Chambersburg, PA to support my coach, Deidra, hosting her very first Super Saturday event!

I love Super Saturdays, learn about new products, training tips, motivation, inspiring stories and best 
yet meeting and socializing with the only people who know exactly how you feel - they understand the struggles and triumphs. This Super Saturday was very special, because not only was it the first ever in Chambersburg, but I was speaking - not just once, but twice! Public speaking, not really my thing and I thought about saying no a million times... I could come up with a million excuses, but how could I use my life to inspire others if I let fear get in the way? I practiced, and practiced - but I couldn't do it - I never made it through once without breaking down... one day, I put the note cards away and gave it to God...

This was the first Super Saturday event for my girls as well, and although it wasn't an ideal situation, they had a blast - they are my why, they are part of my journey and they are a reason to keep pushing forward... I hope one day they will be inspired by what I overcame to be present in their lives and the best mom I could be to them...


Kate on stage, and Aubrey asking to use the bathroom
while I spoke - gotta love Mom Life!

I shared my transformation story, for the first time - uncensored... I spoke about my struggles with

postpartum depression, hypothyroidism, confidence and finally how I lost 75 pounds.... I received a lot of feedback, and appreciation for sharing my story - and I am working on a little project to finally share my struggles publicly, which I will share with everyone some day soon! It is uncomfortable to talk about, but I know this is my purpose.. to spread awareness and hope - to inspire change....

I also had to the opportunity to do a training piece on Shakeology.. I am passionate about nutritional therapy and the power of food... I shared my love of Shakeology, why it is important for your health and business - more trainings to come!







We followed up with a live Cize workout, with the fabulous Alisha Smith as our instructor! The girls and I danced our hearts out!

 

Blessed to have this opportunity that understands that we regular people - just a couple of moms, who decided to go for it



Clean Snacks



Shakeology Bar - of course!



My coach, Trisha and I - great to see her!

 

We joined the team for a little hibachi (so fun, it was the girls first time and they loved it - not the food but the experience!). After lunch, we let our Beachbody babies have some fun swimming and bonding while we did some girl talk and masterminding....

The bond that we have as coaches and friends is undeniable - we are family... we push each other, support each other, learn from each other, love each other... I feel blessed to have taken this leap of faith, which seemed crazy and impossible at the time.. if you are someone who is ready to make a change in your life and build a business based on helping others, then please fill out my application for an exclusive spot in my next new coach training group for the best start to your business!

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Fit Momma Workout - I'm Gonna Eat Ya

Okay mommas, lets tone up those arms while getting some sweet baby giggles!

 

 

Shakeology Mug Cake

Cause lets face it - sometimes you just need cake!

What you need:

• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp of Stevia (optional)
• 1 scoop of Chocolate Shakeology
• Dash of salt
• 1 egg
• optional mix in: 1 tsp peanut butter or cocoa powder
• 2 or 3 tbsp vanilla unsweetened almond milk

What you need to do:

1. In a mug mix Shakeology, baking powder, salt, and sweetener.
2. Mix in an egg and 2-3 tbsp of milk
3. Mix until dry ingredients are wet
4. If you'd like to add peanut butter, put one dollop in the center and push it down a bit
5. Microwave for 90 seconds
6. When it is done the edges will pull from the sides
7. ENJOY!

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Mac 'n Cheese with Chicken and Broccoli - 21 Day Fix Style

 

Who doesn't love macaroni and cheese? I know we do! And now it is 21 Day Fix Approved! I will be making a weekly batch for lunch! Right from the Fixate Cookbook!

What you need:

I used grilled chicken in mine - I grilled it with
pepper and powdered garlic - great flavor!

• 4oz dry whole wheat macaroni
• 4 tsp organic grass-fed butter
• 2 tbsp. unbleached whole wheat flour
• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 1/4 cups freshly grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• 3 cups cooked, chopped boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups chopped steamed broccoli florets
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

What you need to do:

1. Cook macaroni as per box directions (unless it says use salt and oil - skip that!)
   
2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat
3. Add flour; cook, whisking constantly for 1 minute (will be brown, but do not let it burn!)
4. Slowly which in almond milk; constantly whisking for 1-2 minutes or until thickens and is lump free
5. Reduce heat to low and add cheese, whisking until melted - about 2-3 minutes
6. Add chicken, broccoli, salt and pepper - cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
7. Cook until heated through.
8. Serve immediately

Gluten Free option: Use rice or quinoa pasta and gluten-free flour!

21 Day Fixers - 1/2 green, 1/2 yellow, 1/2 red, 1 blue, 1/2 tsp

Nutritional Facts:
Total Fat - 10gm
Calories - 245
Sodium - 486mg
Fiber - 2g
Sugars - 0g
Protein - 25g

Walking after Dinner - metabolism booster?

If you live in my neighborhood, you would know I am an avid walker! Once after breakfast and once after dinner - the one after breakfast, I let Kate walk so it is the "longest, shortest walk" you will ever take! My morning walk is designed to burn off some energy of the pup - a tired puppy is a good puppy theory (and so far it is working, she is a great pup!)

And my evening walk is designed to help increase my metabolism going into the night time hours.... But is it just a myth?

Nope :)

Ovet the years, researchers have found that a post-meal walk (as short as 15 minutes) cain in fact help aid with digestions and improve blood sugar levels. There are many studies to support this finding, but I will spare you all the details and just give you the facts!

• Researchers have found that walking has a significant effect on blood sugar levels after meals. Blood sugar typically rises and then falls after eating, but large spikes and variations can raise cardiovascular risk and potentially signal diabetes.
• In 2009, it was discovered that a 20 minute walk about 15 minutes after dinner led to lower post-meal blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes than either a walk before dinner or no walk at all.
• A German study,  looked at what happened when people ate a large meal and then consumed either an espresso or an alcoholic digestif — like brandy or flavored liqueur — or walked at a slow pace on a treadmill. Walking, they found, sped the rate at which food moved through the stomach. The beverages had no effect.
• Another study found that walking for 15 minutes shortly after each meal improved blood sugar levels to a greater extent than a single 45 minute walk in the morning.

Sooooo - to sum it up a post meal stroll will help clear glucose from the bloodstream in part because more of it is taken up by the muscles! I challenge YOU to head out for a brief walk, instead of the couch to improve digestion and help with blood sugar stability!


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Body & Budget Boot Camp

I get asked A LOT about how I budget my family without coupons, sales ads, and while maintaining a clean and mostly organic lifestyle. And honestly, I was SHOCKED when women told me how much their average monthly grocery bill was! Like fell over, jaw to the ground shocked! And it hit me, I bet a lot of people could benefit from a grocery and budget makeover while also working on their fitness - and tah-dah the BODY & BUDGET BOOT CAMP was born!

I don't think that it is a secret that I used to be in poor shape. And when I talk about poor shape - I
mean financially, as well as physically. I have had to put groceries on a credit card, I have eaten an entire box of Hamburger Helper alone, and I got stuck thinking that 'this is just the way things are going to be'. Wrong-O! My drive for fitness - is a road to complete fitness, mind, body, soul and bank account... As I get closer to my goals, I feel this huge desire to share what I have learned and what has worked for me - so join me in a 30 day push to get closer to a fitter budget and body!

What can you expect from me?

• Budget Tips
• Daily tips on how to save money not only on your grocery bill - but in life in general. Small tips, nothing crazy - but I truly believe that small changes here and there can make a huge difference when it compounds together by the end of the month!
• Accountability
  
• Daily, I will ask you to check in with me and see how you are doing. This way I know how I can help you!
• Support
• Every morning, I will be posting something motivational - because lets face it, we are doing this together! I will be there to answer questions, lift you up when you aren't feeling it and be a friend through the process!
• Meal Planning
• Together we will work on a weekly meal plan, grocery list, and specific to you nutritional goals
• Recipes
• I will provide budget and family clean eating recipes to help you reach your goals!

What I expect from you?

• A daily check in - honest, raw - I want the good, the bad and the ugly!
• Shakeology combined with a workout program of your choosing (I can help you pick the perfect one!)
• Commitment to the group and to the process! Change isn't easy, but you can do anything for 30 days - Imagine what you can do in 30 days - both for your bank account and for your body!

How do you get in?

• Fill out the application below, send me an email or message me on Facebook and I am filling slots at a first commit first serve basis! Space will be limited!

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Healthier Taco Dip - American Flag Style!

Crowd pleaser - and they will never know your little secret, Greek Yogurt! Helps decrease calories, and increase protein value - making this just dish a little cleaner!

Taco Seasoning:

• 2 Tbsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 3 tsp paprika
• 2 tsp oregano
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Dip:

• 16 oz ⅓ less fat cream cheese
• 16 oz plain greek yogurt

Toppings:

• 16 oz jar mild salsa (or fresh, even better!)
• 3 cups roamine - chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - cut in halves
• 1.5 cup reduced-fat, shredded cheddar cheese
• 2¼ oz sliced black olives

What you need to do:

1. Mix the taco seasoning ingredients together (if you are in a rush or don't have all the spices you can use 1 packet of low sodium taco seasoning)
2. In a medium bowl, add taco seasoning to the dip ingredients - beat on high for 2 minutes
3. Spread mixture evenly into a 9x13 dish.
4. Top with a thin layer of salsa
5. Then layer with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and olives!
6. Refrigerate for 2 hours prior to serving! Enjoy!

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Cheese Tortellini Primavera

 I admit, I am a really boring eater - I could eat grilled chicken every day... but I love to spice up my side dishes. One of my favorite things to do is to mix my carbs and veggies together! It tricks my brain into thinking I am eating more carbs than I should, meanwhile I am sneaking in tons of veggies! Win, Win!

What you need:

• 2 cups of cooked broccoli (I use frozen steam fresh and steam them in bag prior to use)
• 2 cups of spinach
• 1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup of tomatoes (cherry slices or romas diced)
• 1/2 cup of fresh basil, chopped
• 20 oz package of organic cheese tortellini
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Fresh grated parm for topping

What you need to do:

1. Boil tortellini as per package instructions
2. In a large frying pan, add 2 tbsp. of EVOO, garlic, mushrooms and broccoli. Cook on medium for about 10 minutes (I like my broccoli and mushrooms a little browned)
3. Add in spinach, tomatoes, basil, and tortellini - cook on medium/low
4. Cook until tomatoes soften.
5. Serving size is 1.5 cups - top with fresh parm!
6. Enjoy!

Back to School Challenge

Let's face it - in the summer, things can get a little out of control - graduation parties, picnics, camping, fun fruity summer drinks, bbqs, and on and on... waist line is out of control, grocery budget is blown... and we are left saying "where did our summer go?"

Like me, you have probably spent every 'free' second making sure your kids had a great summer, you have focused all your time and attention on them in hopes they would have the time of their little lives... but now it's your time!

And if I told you, 'all I need is 2% of your day and I can get you the body you always wanted and save you time and money' would you be interested? Well ladies... it is time to GO BACK TO SCHOOL!

THE SYLLABUS

-Making the Time-

If you can't wake up any earlier than you do now, find a spot for a half hour everyday where you can workout. If you stay home, that may be during the time one of your kids takes a nap, or when one is at pre-school and you just have to wrangle one child, maybe its when your hubby comes home from work, or after the kids go to bed. To ADD this "me" time to your day, you will probably have to give up something. That may be when you read your favorite blog (don't skip mine though ha-ha), you may have to give up a TV show, or hobby. You've all probably heard it...don't FIND the time MAKE the time.

-Goal Setting-

Together ,we will figure out your WHY. Your reason for wanting to become healthier and set some goals to get there. It's not enough to just say you want to lose some weight! That won't keep you motivated. When you dig down and figure out what's driving you .... you will make the mental switch to want to workout and prepare healthy meals. You will figure out a way. Together we will set small goals to measure progress, if we look at the big picture it seems daunting - we would never ask our kids to look at the whole school year, we would have them break it down into semesters, classes, weeks... So similarly, we will set goals for day 7,15, and 30.

-The Requirements-

We are busy as it is, so the workout we pick for you will be one that is 30 minutes or less. We will get you started with Shakeology because honestly, its the easiest healthiest meal of your day. And the benefits are worth-every-penny. We need moms body to run as efficiently as it can, to have more energy, to be able to fight cravings, and get the vitamins and nutrients pumped in so she can do everything she needs to do.

-The "Class"-

This challenge group will be 5 weeks long. The first week will be orientation - I will simply be instructing you on how to be successful - then for 4 weeks we will conquer these goals together. I want you show up once a day and check in and I see that your putting in the effort and really trying to change and work towards your goals I'm not trying to be tough lol, I'm not really that kind of "teacher". I just am writing from my experience of coaching challenge groups and myself - daily accountability is key! I will put 110% into you if you show up! I can't want it for you, as much as I try to...it never works that way. I will be there for you in the 'class' and outside the 'classroom' - I want you to succeed and that is my #1 goal!

-Objectives-

I will post at least twice daily in our private Facebook group. I will post daily motivation, tips, time saving recipes, workout advice, and help you stay accountable. I will have you check in one a day rating how your day was. Every once in awhile I will post a little assignment for the day. Having the support of the group is the secret sauce. When you have other people to help inspire you and encourage you, it makes a huge difference. My other big goal for this challenge is to help you save money on your grocery bill and to be able to provide a healthier lifestyle for your entire family. So I will provide my tips on how I budget groceries!

-Grading-
Usually this isn't the fun part, but in this case it is! I will be watching you closely in this group, and the more you participate the more points you will get. These points will add up and I will be giving away prizes! And yes, there will be bonus points ;)














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Ready to run with me?!

This past week I have been thinking a lot about coaching with the annual Beachbody Summit quickly approaching, and I realized that I talk a lot about my physical transformation but not a lot about my transformation from nurse and mom to coach!

When I decided to become a nurse, I mainly picked it for the flexibility so I could be home with my future children as much as possible while still providing for them... I thought my job was flexible, but working all night and holidays and weekends quickly got old...

 In my "real" job as an RN:

- I work all night
- I am up for 36 plus hours at a time at least once a week (I worry what this will mean long term for my health, I hate that I am in... a fog some days)
- My income is limited to the hours I can be away from my girls and what some one else thinks I am worth to the company
- My job is stressful

 

In my business:

- I work when I want, for how long I want to
- My income is directly related to the amount of people I help
- I can work in the car, in my house, during nap time (basically any where and at any time)
- I am changing lives daily
- I work with a team of women that I admire
- My income potential is literally LIMITLESS!

So, when you look at $592 a week, yeah maybe that does not seem like a lot - but then you remember that I made that in a 10 hour "work" week (it would have taken me 21 hours in my nursing job to make that, plus the commute time, parking fees, etc) I made this money with consistent effort during nap time, before the girls woke up, or maybe just a little here and there... I can not imagine what this will look like for me in 6 months or a years time, but what I do know is that my life is forever changed and my family is forever grateful...

 

 

 

 

 

For Aubrey's 5th birthday, she added every last "add-on" to the party package! And for once, that was okay... for once I didn't have to charge the party and I could say yes to the pricey party, add ones, and giant cake (for only 8 girls!)... for me this was a big victory - I've always struggled with having to use a charge card for the extra things in life, but today was just another step closer to freedom without sacrifice!

Coaching has blessed our lives in more ways than we can imagine - it has pushed me everyday to be better, it has kept me accountable in my personal fitness journey and it has given me a financial opportunity that is almost unbelievable!

 

So you might be thinking - "Could coaching be for me?"

• Are you motivational, driven and passionate?
• Wanting to help others while on your own fitness journey?
• Meant for something greater?
• Are you desiring financial independence for yourself and your family?
• Are you wanting to live life by design - working where you want, when you want and how you want?
• Are you willing to make short term sacrifices for long term gains?

I am looking for 3 women to join me! Women who are go getters, motivated, ready to change their lives, and go to the top with me.. Please fill out the application below if you are interested in hearing more about this amazing opportunity...

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June Specials

The 21 Day Fix and the Fix Extreme are hands down two of favorite programs for myself and my challengers - WHY? Because you train with a purpose and eat with a plan! The first time I did the 21 Day Fix, I learned so much about portion control, clean eating, and working out! In both programs, you can't fail because everything is spelled out for you, no guessing! So I get really excited when this is on sale, or this month it is FREE with a purchase of a bag of Shakeology!

Since I spend a lot of time helping my challengers be successful, I am only accepting 10 new applicants! 21 Days to a new you - fitter, toned, and healthier for Summer!

Wondering more about the programs and which one would be a better fit for you? Click on the pics below and then lets chat!



21 Day Fix



21 Day Fix Extreme

 

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Summer Slim Down!

As I am coming down from high of the fit mom photos, I couldn't help but think "okay, what is next for myself, my previous challengers and my newest challengers coming on board" and the Summer Slim Down Challenge was born! Tah-Dah lol!

Wearing shorts and being confident in a swim suit has given me even more passion to push towards success. For me, success is not just my success in these challenges but first and foremost helping my challengers reach their goals of living a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle.

With that being said, I would like to invite you to my 6 week Summer Slim Down Challenge and maybe you are wondering - so how do these challenges work?

• I provide budget, family and kid friendly recipes that are simple to follow and do not require a lot of work or skills (because lets face it - I am not a chef!)
• You will receive 1:1 accountability, support and motivation through an online support group with other challengers on their journey with you!
• Tips on how to make this a long term lifestyle change NOT a quick fix!
• In home 30 minute workouts - YAY only 2% of your day!
• 1:1 meal planning support

Whether you want to tone up before a vacation or summer event, or have 5, 10, 25, or 75 lbs to drop - I can and want to help you!

I am accepting 10 applicants to this challenge, will you be one of them?

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