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Recipe: Comfort Food Edition

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When I think of comfort food, the first thing that comes to mind is backyard grilling (yes, I made my husband go outside to grill in the middle of winter). I’ve been craving a homemade burger since the summer, so I went to our local country store today to get fresh ground hamburger meat along with some other goodies. I have tried at least 10 different recipes on my mission to make the best hamburger and I finally concocted a recipe that would blow Bubba’s Burgers out of the water. This asparagus recipe is bomb, too. Get all the details below!

Big V’s Burgers:

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp teriyaki sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp stone- ground mustard or Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp of onion flakes (much easier than dicing or chopping a regular onion)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 lb lean ground beef

Directions: Oil and heat grill to medium. Add top 7 ingredients together, mix well. Add beef. Mix all ingredients together with fork or hands (hands are more fun). Cook for about 5-7 minutes per side or until no longer pink. Place burger on a toasted wheat bun. Enjoy!

Parmesan Crusted Asparagus:

Ingredients:

  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan
  • salt & pepper to taste

Directions: Mix all ingredients in a gallon size zip lock bag. Toss asparagus in bag to coat with mixture. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 min or wrap in tinfoil and cook on grill with burgers. Enjoy!

 

21 Day Fix Results!

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I finally worked up enough courage to share some of my before and after pictures of my first round of the 21 Day Fix. Pictures that aren’t flattering, taken in the worst lighting, or not filtered through Instagram are a scary thing these days.

I’ll be honest, the first few days of 21 Day Fix are pretty difficult.  My first workout was Lower Body. I’m not kidding when I say I couldn’t get up off the couch without using my Great Dane as a crutch. I had a headache from cutting out sugar and changing my eating habits. I was constantly hungry. My mood swings weren’t great (sorry friends & family!).  I kept repeating the saying “it will get worse before it gets better” and read just about every motivational quote I could find online.  Guess what… those ridiculous posts were 100% true. I started on a Monday and by Friday I felt like super woman. My body started to adjust to eating better, which led to stronger workouts and energy. It feels so incredibly good to know that I am taking care of my body, eating healthy, and I can actually feel myself getting stronger every day. I just finished bench pressing my car. ; )

The top row of pictures were taken two weeks before I started the 21 day fix. I just received my bridesmaid dress in the mail, so naturally I had to model it and take pictures to send to my mom. No alterations were needed. The bottom row of pictures were taken at the SEAMSTRESS just two weeks after I started the 21 day fix. That’s right… I needed to have the dress taken in at least 3 inches. Isn’t that crazy?! If you ever doubt your progress, simply post side by side pictures to compare. It’s a huge slap in the face (plus a pat on the back for having a slammin’ body now!).

During my first round of the fix, I lost 5 inches total and 9 lbs. I gained an appreciation for my body, a positive mindset and self confidence. Not. Too. Shabby.

High five to all you party people out there that aren’t afraid to post your #nofilter pictures. You, my friend, rock. 

Don’t be afraid to send me an email for more information on the 21 day fix. I want to help you! vphillifitness@gmail.com

 

 

Shakeology 101

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Shakeology is a miracle in a shaker cup. I have been drinking it faithfully since April 2014 (I started a few months before my wedding) and I haven’t missed a morning since that day. To be honest, one of the main reasons I started was because I wanted a meal replacement protein shake to help me shed some pounds for my wedding gown. What I didn’t realize is that I would receive that benefit and SO MANY more!

I have a sensitive stomach which was made even worse by pre-wedding jitters. After just a few days, I could tell a huge difference in how I felt & my digestion issues literally disappeared. Don’t get me wrong, I still have those days where I feel blah but they are so few and far between that I barely notice. Now what on earth is in this “shake” that makes it so wonderful?!

Pr0biotics– healthy bacteria in the intestine, promote healthy digestion and colon function

Prebiotics– nutrients for probiotics, also shown to support the immune system (good digestion is everything!)

Digestive Enzymes– assist in breaking down food so that nutrients can be absorbed better

Proteins & Amino Acids– help to build/repair muscles, reduce cravings, support brain function & the immune system, and promote healthy skin, hair and nails.

Vitamins & Minerals- contains ALL of the essential vitamins for proper body function, help your cells make energy needed for day to day activities, and build/repair muscles & strengthen bones.

Antioxidants– protect the body from free radicals and cellular damage, support for cardiovascular health

Phytonutrients– support the immune system, promote healthy aging (what??), also helps to detoxify the body

Adaptogenic Herbs– immune system support, helps the body respond to environmental stress (think allergies!), helps increase energy while promoting a sense of calm, relaxed feelings

All of this wonderful-ness in one cup. Too good to be true? No such thing.

More information on Shakeology (including the yummy flavors) and success stories can be found through the link below.

Shakeology

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Meal Prep Tips- Mason Jar Salads

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Meal prepping is the newest fad for quick & healthy meals and guess what, it actually works. One of the biggest reasons going out to dinner or grabbing a bag of chips is so appealing is because it’s easy. If you take an extra hour or two to prepare you’re meals, you can stay on track with your healthy eating and save time during the busy week. Below I’ve included some tips for making the perfect Mason Jar Salad.

Layer in this order:

1. Salad dressings go on the bottom. Always start with the heaviest ingredients and work your way up to the light leafy greens.

2. Hard veggies- carrots, cucumbers peppers, etc.

3. Beans, grains, pasta

4. Cheese and proteins (eggs, cooked chicken)

5. Soft fruits & veggies

6. Nuts & Seeds

7. Salad greens

When you’re ready to eat, just unscrew the top and dump in a bowl to mix… ENJOY!