Last week of the Cleanse!! For those of you who started with me- this is the final stretch. You should be proud of your accomplishment- I know your body is SUPER thankful! I've been hearing such great things from everyone!! Folks are sleeping better, seeing clearer skin, losing the bloat, losing those extra pounds, feeling more energized and awake... and are just all around healthier and in a better mood!! I love it. If you haven't started your Cleanse journey, and are interested, just shoot me an email and I'll help you get started. The plan is to do the 3 week Cleanse once per year (January) and have Cleanse Maintenance weeks twice per year (once in May and once in Oct). You can follow along on Facebook or via this blog to stay updated. For our Cleanse maintenance weeks we will pick the "best of the best" recipes to ensure 1 week of AWESOME and healthy eating. This is by no means required, but if you are interested, you can join with me in keeping our bodies clean and healthy :)
The other great thing some friends have shared is that they have really paid attention to their eating habits. Just because you go to Starbucks does not mean you have to order a sugar/calorie filled treat along with a pastry snack, EVERY time. Or just because you are sitting in front of the TV at night it doesn't mean you need to be snacking on something. Moderation is the key- and finding new healthy ways to satisfy your cravings, is a big part of it. Need a tasty snack for when you've got the "munchies"? Try these cinnamon treats:
Tasty Cinnamon Snacks
HBHL- Alabama: What a great 5K we had this weekend in Prattville. AWESOME job and great turnout from Prattville and even some Montgomery HBHL'ers, despite the dreary weather. Luckily, it didn't rain on us and it was a great race. Congrats to our own Whitney Turner (HBHL instructor and running coach!) for her 2nd place finish! Next race, we WILL have our T-shirts. The only question is... when's the next race?? I know there are a few coming up (Millbrook 5K trail run and the Seaside Half). Looking forward for more racing fun- especially as it starts to get warmer :)
CLICK HERE for local HBHL-AL information and workouts
Weekly Workouts: To get the full benefits of the HBHL program, I'd like you to get a minimum of 4 workouts. Do not feel guilty about taking time for you!! You are worth it!! Try to work in 2 cardio events (walk/run), 1 yoga or flexibility event, and 1 Powerbodyz session (the at-home workout I provide, via this website!) Add a 5th event (extra yoga/powerbodyz or cardio class) to round out your week, 5 workouts is optimal- 4 is the minimum. Remember PBz workouts are less than 30 minutes!
Sometimes I know the elliptical may be your form of exercise for the day. If so- make your elliptical workout count!! DO NOT use the fat burn "low intensity"program and waste your precious time.
**To maximize your time on the elliptical, check out my suggested elliptical workouts from my 6 Nov 11 blog:
Elliptical Workouts- Make it count!
Powerbodyz Workout: There is a new Powerbodyz workout this week. Again- if you are new to PBz please start with the introductory workout!
This week's superfood: Avocados!
Are they a veggie or are they a fruit? They are a fruit! Avocados are yummy and delicious, as well as packed with heart-healthy benefits. They contain the "good" monounsaturated fats that help to lower cholesterol. Also rich in fiber, folate, potassium, and Vitamin K- avocados have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. They are high in calories and high in fat (although it's the good kind!) so don't go overboard- but the many benefits make avocados an awesome addition to any meal or snack!
When purchasing avocados- they will yield to gentle pressure if ripe (you don't want them squishy). If you are using them later, select firm ones. Trick to ripen them up: They will ripen faster if you put them in a paper bag along with an apple.
So.... what can I do with avocados? Luckily, this week's recipe is mango salmon with avocados! Also, you can use them in salads, as a substitute for mayo on sandwiches, in soups, or replace eggs and butter with avocados in baked desserts! I LOVE making my own home made guacamole, and my absolutely favorite way to eat an avocado is super simple: cut in half, salted and with a bit of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar. YUM!!
LOVE this week's recipe- Colorful Mango Salsa Salmon. It has gotten RAVE reviews for the Cleanse program- yes, there is tons of YUMMY food on the Cleanse.
CLICK HERE for this week's yummy recipe!
Weekly Challenge: Let's finish this last week of the Cleanse! And then start focusing and preparing yourself for your life post-cleanse. See it as an opportunity and not a daunting challenge. Remember to eat sweets/processed foods in moderation. Remember that you can be satisfied from other types of yummy goodies- so keep your pantry/fridge stocked with the good stuff! You can do it!!
If you are new to HBHL and are interested in learning more about:
Powerbodyz- reference the 8 Jan HBHL blog
The Cleanse- reference the 1 Jan HBHL blog.
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Have a wonderful week!
Be Educated. Be Balanced. Be Fit. Be Healthy.
Namaste,
Jannell
Jannell MacAulay, BS Biology, MS Kinesiology
Certified Yoga, Powerbodyz, Piyo and Fitness Instructor
AFAA Certified Personal Trainer
HBHL ~ Learn. Change. Grow.
www.healthybodyhealthylife.org
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