P90X3

OH EM GEEEEEE!!! I ordered P90X3 yesterday and I am tracking down the shipment to the minute haha!

In case if you haven't heard about P90X 1, 2, or 3 - it's basically the mecca of home fitness! P90X seriously revolutionized bodies getting fit from home! I have P90X but never finished the program due to time constraints (excuse? probably) so I'm so relieved that P90X3 is only 30 minutes a day! Each workout is half an hour! Oh my gosh! You get in. You get out. BOOM! DONE!

That was the biggest factor in why I chose to commit to X3 instead of X2. I love that its consistent and I can rely on fitting it into a certain time frame every single day. Game changer!

I'm planning to do the first week of doubles since my toe infection has put me out of working out for a couple weeks and I'm eager to see and feel results!

When I get the program I'll give you an update, review, and results as I go along! 

Fish Tacos With Salsa Verde & Cabbage Slaw Recipe

INGREDIENTS
2 Cod Fillets 
6 Corn Tortillas (made from corn kernels) 
2 Cloves Garlic 
2 Limes 
1 Avocado 
1 Large Bunch Cilantro 
1 Pound Red Cabbage 
1 Red Onion 
¾ Pound Tomatillos 
2 Ounces Radishes 
1 Tbsp Fish Taco Spice Blend -->
(Ancho Chile Powder, Chipotle Powder, Ground Coriander, 
Ground Cumin, Cocoa Powder & Rice Flour) 

INSTRUCTIONS
Wash and dry the fresh produce. Pat the fish fillets dry and cut into 6 equal pieces; coat each piece with the spice blend. Peel and mince the garlic. Using a peeler, remove the green rind of 1 of the limes, avoiding the white pith; mince the rind to get 2 teaspoons of zest. Quarter both limes. Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and stems. Cut out and discard the core of the cabbage; thinly slice the leaves. Peel and cut the onion in half; small dice one half and thinly slice the other. Remove and discard the papery skins of the tomatillos; medium dice the tomatillos. Thinly slice the radishes into rounds; place the rounds in a bowl of ice water.

Salsa Verde
In a medium pot, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil on medium until hot. Add the garlicand diced onion; season with salt and pepper. Cook 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until fragrant. Add the tomatillos and season with salt and pepper. Cook, smashing the tomatillos with a spoon, 8 to 10 minutes, or until thickened and saucy. Remove from heat. Add the lime zest, half the cilantro and the juice of 3 lime wedges; season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cabbage Slaw
While the salsa verde cooks, place the cabbage in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add the sliced onion, the juice of 3 lime wedges and all but a pinch of the remaining cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste; toss gently to coat.

Avacado
While the salsa verde continues to cook, cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Using a spoon, scoop the avocado out of the peel and into a medium bowl; discard the peel. Using a fork, mash the avocado until smooth. Add the juice of the remaining lime wedges; season with salt and pepper to taste.

Fish
In a medium pan (nonstick, if you have one), heat a thin layer of olive oil on medium-high until very hot. When the oil is hot enough that a piece of fish immediately sizzles when added to the pan, add the marinated fish pieces and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and immediately season with salt. Carefully discard the cooking oil. wipe out the pan.

Finally!
In the same pan, working in batches, warm the tortillas on medium for 20 to 30 seconds per side, or until soft and pliable. To plate your dish, fill each warmed tortilla with some of the mashed avocado, a piece of cooked fish and some of the salsa verde and slaw (you may have extra). Garnish each taco with theradish rounds (drain just before adding) and remaining cilantro. Serve with any remaining slaw on the side. 

Enjoy! xoxoxo

How To Get Over Your Excuses

    I hate to say it, but we all know whats really holding us back in life. And that is - EXCUSES. I've done a couple other blog posts about excuses but this one is dedicated on how to GET OVER those darn things! It's time to let go of them and get the body/house/boyfriend/career of your dreams! Why not?!?!


#1. "I'm too busy!"
No, you're not. "No really! I am!" No. Trust me, you're not.  Instead of letting your mini items on your to-do list take priority over something big and important you need to set your priorities! Cut TV time, set a schedule, plan ahead, and COMMIT. This is not rocket science. It's simply a matter of moving things in your schedule that don't need to be there (Ahem, Big Bang Theory) and making room for the things that do! Trust me, you will thank me later! You might be less caught up on Penny and Leonard but your abs sure will feel good. 

#2. "I'm exhausted"
While thats a very real feeling, it's usually never true to the extent that you can't work out and get your booty moving. I know how tired you feel after a long week of work and only getting 6 hours of sleep last night, but don't let that stop you from getting your workout in. Low energy = you NEED the workout even MORE! It'll help you sleep better, you'll be more functional, and you'll have more natural energy. Don't skip it! It's okay to exercise at a lower intensity too, anything is better than nothing. Just promise me you'll do 5 minutes & after 5 minutes you'll want to continue. If not, thats okay! Just promise me 5 minutes. 

#3. "I'm too broke"
While it's definitely hard coming up with the money for a gym membership, beachbody program, healthy food form the grocery store, shakeology etc, hear this -- YOU ARE WORTH IT! You are SOOO worth the investment into YOU! You are the best thing you can take care of, and this is an investment that will give you MASSIVE return on your money! Abs, toned thighs, non-scale victories.. are those worth it? Heck ya! Make some changes in your budget,  cut some fluff out, and make the small investment! At the very least, just start with walking or jogging outside. Totally freeeeee, YAY!

#4. "The Gym is intimidating"
Um, YEAH! I know. Honestly, thats why I workout at home. Including the fact that I'm clueless in a gym and usually spend more than half of my time on either the treadmill, bike, or elliptical LOL. Anyways, gyms ARE intimidating. Unless you're a bodybuilding male with popping muscles, the gym is scary. On the real though, EVERYONE there is worried about how THEY look. So no one is really looking at you. Everyone there has a starting point in their past. No one is born with muscles and major gym-knowledge. Get out of your hermit cave and embrace being outside your comfort zone!

#5. "I'm bored"
If you do the same workout everyday you're gone get bored, stuck and definitely - in a rut. I've been there! Thats why I like to change up my workout programs after a couple rounds. If you workout at the gym, try taking a new class, try a new cardio machine, or take a hike outside instead of the gym on saturday! If you do beachbody programs, change it up! The possibilities are endless and they always keep them new exciting. I LOVE Turbofire but I have to change it up every now and then in order to stay amped up! (I'm starting P90X3 next week, hehe.)

#6. "I'm focusing on my diet"
This is good news! But it's not enough to get you to your goals. Nutrition IS 80% of the battle, but dieting without working out will only make you look good in clothes and not naked ;) Boo! Exercise also has way more benefits than just looking good --> You'll sleep better, you'll have more energy, you're skin will be glowing, you're immune system will be boosted, you'll feel better, you'll be more productive - will all those benefits, why would you want to rely on an excuse?

Go out there and kick some butt!!

Friends Help Friends Get Bootys

Hey sugaplums! Day 25 here and I'm STILL at it! 

Trying to work on my BUNS and my CARDIO. Phewwww!

Stop Comparing!

    Hey dolls! When you're on the journey of fitness it's all too easy to get wrapped up in "I don't look as good as her"  or "She's already lost 6 more lbs than me" etc. There are SO many different variables at play here and the quote above rings true "Comparison is the thief of joy." Don't focus on what other girls or guys are achieving. Focus on YOU and your lifestyle and goals. Everybody is running a different race on their OWN path. 

    You might have different goals than another fitness doll and the point isn't to beat other dolls, it's to BEAT who you were YESTERDAY! "The only competition you have is the one facing you in the mirror". She has a different body than you, a different structure, metabolism, she hasn't had kids, she's working out more consistently, WHATEVER it is, STOP COMPARING! You will be much happier in the long run when you focus on yourself. Are you doing everything you can to make your own goals and dreams come to fruition? Then stop worrying! You're doing great girl. Just take it one day at a time. 

Go forth and be your own fitspiration! The only thing stopping you is YOU and I KNOW you can do it! Love ya! xoxoxo

The Best Ways to Track Your Weightloss Progress

THE MEASUREMENT TEST
Measurements, like weight, are a good general
guide. Take into considering muscle mass being gained!
A rounder booty, for instance, takes up more space than a flatter one. 
Still, like we said, a good general guide. When measuring, 
measure the smallest part of your waist and the
fullest part of your hips, upper thighs, chest, and upper arms. Once a month
right after your — yes — period is a good time to measure.

THE CLOTHES TEST
If your clothes feel looser and it’s not because you’ve
been sitting in front of the tv with your legs tucked up in your shirt (don't worry, 
we all do it) that’s a sign you’re getting your Fit Girl on.
This is great for girls who want to quit the numbers game. Fit Girl Project:
Take a picture of yourself in a pair of jeans at the beginning of the Challenge
and take a progress picture at the end of every week and then collage them!

THE PHOTO TEST
Before & After photos are another fab way to track
progress. No numbers for this one either. B&A pics are best taken a month
apart in the same outfit with the same background, same pose, and same
angle for the most accurate comparisons. I recommend the day
after your period for happiest results ;) ALSO, send in your before/after
pics to Beachbody.com if you used a program and they'll send you a free
shirt for the program you completed! Weightloss AND new clothes?! 
#win

SEE, fit girls ARE happy girls! ;)

The Greatest Snack EVA!

    Hard-boiled eggs are any #fitchicks staple in the kitchen. They're cute little portable protein
capsules that are perfect for snacking or pumping up any meal. Lazy Girl Tip: You can buy
ready-made hard-boiled eggs at the grocery store, but they're really quite simple to make once
you get the hang of it — and a lot cheaper. 

    Just put your eggs in a pot of cold water. Make sure there's about an extra inch of water on top of the eggs. Bring the water to a boil without the lid. Once the water's boiling, boil for exactly 1 minute. Take off the heat and cover. Leave covered for 20 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. You can eat them right away or store them in the fridge for later. I love making multiple days of eggs at a time. It's a great way to cut down on meal prep time. (Psssst. Food Safety Tip: The FDA advises to eat hard-boiled eggs within one week, so don't make too many at once!) 

1 Regular Sized Egg
Calories: 70
Fat: 4.5g
Carbs: 1g
Protein: 6g