Wandering Fit: November 2014

Sunday, November 30, 2014

Diastasis recti.

Diastis recti -- the twins recently turned 3. Their entire pregnancy was hard. It shouldn't be any surprise that there are lingering issues (aside from the stretch marks & the 'twin skin'). They're awesome & healthy & I wouldn't change a thing! That doesn't mean I enjoy this latest finding though. ;)

My OB had mentioned the possibility at my 6 week follow up & tried getting me to check myself, but..... no. Just, no! The thought totally makes me squeamish & want to vomit as I'm passing out, lol

Before the last year, I've been heavy so I ignored my large belly & chalked it up to being overweight. But, as I progress on my fitness journey & my belly is for the most part unchanging, I've been starting to wonder. Friday I saw a dr for my shoulders & asked her briefly about my belly on the way out the door. 'Do I have it or do I need more patience on my fitness journey?' Yeah, you have it.

From Google & talking with friends, I've learned that surgery is the only way to truly repair it. The band (seems to work best right after birth) & physical therapy (up to 4 years after birth) can significantly reduce it enough to where surgery may not be needed but that won't repair it.

I have another appointment in January with my doctor & we'll discuss this topic further.

Here are some links I came across that might be helpful to others, too. :)

How to check yourself for diastasis recti (with video):

http://fit2b.us/how-to-check-for-diastasis-hd/

I've heard this is an amazing resource (I haven't dove in yet) -

http://www.raisingarrows.net/diastasis-recti-from-a-moms-perspective/

Before & after photos (I'm unsure if the afters are from physical therapy or surgery but the before might help someone confirm that yes, this is what you're dealing with too) -

https://diastasisrehab.com/before-after-photos-women

Some exercise that I'll be trying. If we decide to go with surgery, that won't happen until the babies wean so it'll be some time still.

http://www.pregnancyexercise.co.nz/diastasis-recti-exercises-exercises-to-heal-your-mummy-tummy/

Photo food journal 11 weeks 3 weeks 3 days

11 months, 3 weeks, 3 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Vegan chocolate shakeology, honey, cinnamon, peanut butter, coconut oil, ice, & water, with toast

2. Sandwich by Rob - I only managed half

3. Toast, bell peppers, pomegranate & blueberry juice

Day 21 of 21 = sick day but on the mend!

Body Beast Week 5 Day 7/block 2 = I was determined to get in a workout today! But, I only had enough energy for a shower. First time ever missing more than 2 days in a row.... hoping I have enough energy for a double tomorrow!

#vegan #vegetarian #twinmom #homeschoolmom #momofthree #momofboys #pittsburgh #detroit #me #food #nogmo #wanderingfit #family #homemade #cleaneating #jeepthing #foodporn #love #breastfeeding #empoweringwomen #girlboss #bodybeast

Don't be an online MLM idiot.

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http://networkmarketingpro.com/2014/11/29/online-mlm-idiots-nmpro-1150/

Saturday, November 29, 2014

Photo food journal 11 weeks 3 weeks 2 days

11 months, 3 weeks, 2 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Hot water with lemon & honey

2. Pizza -- Rob had to work & he ordered it in for us so the little fellas didn't starve.

3. Orange juice

Day 20 of 21 = sick day.

Body Beast Week 5 Day 6/block 2 = sick day. I only got up to eat the pizza (not a great choice). Babies even slept with me most of the evening. Hoping they don't catch it!

Friday, November 28, 2014

Encouraging & supportive if you need it.

Reminder!! The FREE 'you pick' challenge is starting on Monday.

**You pick something to give up, you pick something positive to replace it with. And we commit to it for 10 days!**

Here is the link to join: https://m.facebook.com/groups/853947514645062?ref=bookmark

Photo food journal 11 months 3 weeks 1 day

11 months, 3 weeks, 1 day!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1.Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, coconut oil, honey, cinnamon, ice, & water

2. Cheesy pita & bell pepper slices

3. Plain yogurt with peanut butter & blueberries

4. Bell pepper slices

5. Popcorn

Day 19 of 21 = better day today but I'm not feeling well again. Germs be damned!

Body Beast Week 5 Day 5/block 2 = took a rest day today, I've been coughing nonstop.

Thursday, November 27, 2014

Photo food journal 11 months 3 weeks!

11 months, 3 weeks!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

Not pictured: beer! I ran out after 3. Sad. LOL

1. Deviled eggs (I only had 3 halves)

2. Bell pepper slices

3. Green bean casserole, stuffing, mashed potatoes, roast & gravy

4. Pookie! Crumble top, apple 'pie' on a chocolate chip cookie

Not pictured: the vegan chocolate shakeology (shaken with water) that I'm sipping as I type. I fell asleep putting the little fellas to bed, right after my workout so I'm just getting it in. Along with a small plate of leftovers. ;)

Day 18 of 21 = happy thanksgiving! I tried to follow autumns tips & actually did pretty good!

Body Beast Week 5 Day 4/block 2 = bulk legs! Squeezed that in after dinner. Wow, I was a sweaty hot mess. lol

Easy Thanksgiving dessert -- crumb apple pie cookie

So, I went shopping on Sunday & forgot to plan a dessert.

I had a bunch of my apples that needed used & some chocolate chips on hand so I knew I could figure something out.

I used 3 different recipes, lol It turned out ok! I would definitely tweak some things if I made it again.

In process -- beer was mine!

Completed creation!

And, plated.

Here are the recipes used:

Crust/chocolate chip cookie:

INGREDIENTS

2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk chocolate chips

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cream together the butter and sugars in a mixing bowl, mixing until pale yellow and light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Mix in the eggs one at a time, and then the vanilla until combined.

Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a separate mixing bowl. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir in the chocolate chips. Portion 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and roll together to form a ball, spacing the dough balls 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.

Bake until the edges just start to brown, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

http://m.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/kelsey-nixon/chocolate-chip-cookies.html

Apple filling:

3-4 medium apples, peeled, cored and sliced

1 cup sugar

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 stick unsalted butter, cut into bits

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/easy-as-apple-pie-recipe.html

Crumb Topping:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold butter, cut into small pieces
http://www.melskitchencafe.com/apple-crumb-pie/

I basically baked the cookie mashed in the bottom of a glass dish for a while at 350.

Added the apples on top.

Added the crumbly top.

Baked for a bunch of time longer. How long? Who knows. Keep an eye on it, lol

And, we called it a pookie-- cookie/pie combo! Enjoy! :)

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Photo food journal 11 months 2 weeks 6 days

11 months, 2 weeks, 6 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, banana, ice & water

2. Nachos: pepper jack cheese, black beans & bell pepper

3. Yogurt with peanut butter, blueberries & chocolate chips (I ended up with a second bowl after bedtime because Ev nabbed this one, lol)

4. Cheese sandwich

5. Two veggie burgers with pepper jack cheese & sautéed broccoli

Day 17 of 21 = heavy on the cheese.

Body Beast Week 5 Day 3/block 2 = bulk arms! It was supposed to be legs but Rob was exhausted from going into work at 2AM to cook a shit ton of turkeys for the guys. So, we swapped.

Body beast week 5!

This is so me today.

But, I did it.

And, it's done.

#BOOM

Body Beast week 5/day 3 = bulk arms!

6 brands loaded with GMO's.

This makes me so angry. These popular brands that have been so trusted as the best. All just garbage ingredients. FYI in case you weren't aware.......

http://www.trueactivist.com/6-brands-loaded-with-gmos-you-should-avoid-buying/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=ce&utm_campaign=ce

Tuesday, November 25, 2014

How to 21 Day Fix Thanksgiving!!

I will be on day 18 of my 21 Day Fix ON Thanksgiving! Now, it's no secret that I'm not perfect in the nutrition department BUT, this video gave me some awesome tips to help me make better choices on the big day.

And, I thought I would share with you. Make good choices tomorrow & feel awesome on Friday.

#BOOM #thankfulforautumm

https://m.youtube.com/watch?list=PLbPsp9t7a99Monxbx9U4KEajHR2qZsLOz&index=1&v=jxFgEu2aNrc&linkId=10749299

Photo food journal - 11 months, 2 weeks, 5 days

11 months, 2 weeks, 5 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, coconut oil, banana, kale (double serving), cinnamon, ice & water

2. Lunch out: black bean soup, mozzarella/tomato panini & baguette

3. Popcorn & beer

4. Bell peppers & yogurt with blueberries

Day 16 of 21 = usual day.

Body Beast Week 5 Day 2/block 2 = Rob wasn't feeling well so called a rest day swap. I wasn't feelin' the rest day so I knocked out Piyo Core after they all went to bed. #BOOM

Monday, November 24, 2014

13 michigan memories

#1 made me laugh so hard. #youngbooze 😂😂😂

#11 I still say 'up north' when I talk about our cabin & it just makes sense to no one. LOL

http://matadornetwork.com/life/13-memories-grew-michigan/

Photo food journal 11 months 2 weeks 4 days

11 months, 2 weeks, 4 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Yogurt with chocolate chips (5:30AM wakeup call didn't lead to great choices!)

2. Mac & cheese with peas

3. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, coconut oil, banana, kale, cinnamon, ice & water (I drank it after my workout while making dinner, lol), 2 veggie burgers with pepper jack cheese & sautéed broccoli. Plus a few fries that I didn't plan on eating. ;)

Day 15 of 21 = that's it for today - we just lost power from the high winds so the kitchen is CLOSED. Teach me to procrastinate, lol

Body Beast Week 5 Day 1/block 2 = bulk chest! Love that one!

Proud fitfam moment. :)

O comes & asks if he can use the workout room.

Answer is always yes.

He tells me I have to put on a workout for him but, not Body Beast (he doesn't want to need new shirts when he gets huge muscles).

So, he's currently doing the 21 Day Fix Upper Fix workout - one of my favorites! :)

FREE group!

This is just a reminder that we'll be doing the FREE 'you pick' challenge starting December 1st.

If you have a habit you'd like to kick & replace with something positive then this is for you! I know I certainly do. :)

#makeachange #freebiealert

Sunday, November 23, 2014

Photo food journal

11 months, 2 weeks, 3 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, coconut oil, banana, kale (double serving), cinnamon, ice & water

2. Beer & leftover egg rolls

3. Spaghetti by Rob with green beans & garlic bread (my kryptonite -- over ate)

4. Handful of chocolate

Day 14 of 21 = what the heck weekend!!! Better than its been though so I'm not beating myself up. :)

Body Beast Week 4 Day 7/block 2 = bulk shoulders! So happy with how I'm progressing in lifting heavier, especially doing the shoulder workout. #BOOM

Saturday, November 22, 2014

Photo food journal

11 months, 2 weeks, 2 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

Not pictured because I shared them earlier: homemade peanut butter pancakes & my cosmo

1. Lunch/dinner out: bloomin' onion & fried zucchini

2. Lunch/dinner out: salad

3. Lunch/dinner out: eggplant parmesan

4. Lunch/dinner out: brownie ala mode, I just had a few bites. It wasn't that great.

5. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, coconut oil, banana, kale (double serving), ice & water, with popcorn

Day 13 of 21 = so much fried stuff.

Body Beast Week 4 Day 6/block 2 = bulk back! I'm loving that bulk is condensed to 30 minute workouts. Get in, get out, get 'er done! :)

Potty training twin boys.

Daddy chose to potty train the dynamic duo today.

5 seconds later, he's decided we should run errands & he's asking 'do you have to use the bathroom?' as we're walking out the door.

Meanwhile, Mommy has a much more clear memory of how potty training with O went so I packed up the emergency kit (complete with post its for the public bathroom) & my version of walking out the door is 'pee now or wear a diaper' (I suspect 1 will be in a diaper before we walk out the door).

Wish us luck! lol

Friday, November 21, 2014

Insanity Max 30 release, coming soon!

Have you guys heard about Insanity Max 30 yet?? I'm SO excited about this one!

As soon as it's released & we wrap up this round of Body Beast ..... it. is. ON!

If you want immediate updates, just go here to receive emails. http://www.teambeachbody.com/promotions/insanity-MAX-30-email-collector

Join me & MAX OUT! :):):):):)

Photo journal

11 months, 2 weeks, 1 day!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, coconut oil, banana, kale (double serving), ice & water, with a baked potato (forgot to eat it before bed last night, lol)

2. Cheesy tortilla chips with bell peppers

3. Yogurt & peaches

4. Green beans with cheeseburger rolls (I ate way more than just those 2 :-O)

Day 12 of 21 = heavy on the cheese but pretty good day.

Body Beast Week 4 Day 5/block 2 = cardio! My lungs still have the sickness but I powered through. :)

Body Beast week 4 -- flex Friday!

Body Beast week 4/day 5 = cardio! Rob is still no fan. I totally love cardio day!

One day, I will learn how to flex. LOL

Celebrities read mean tweets, lol

These are so funny!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=LABGimhsEys

Vegetarian bacon lover

And I've been vegetarian for 2 1/2 years. 😂😂😂

#baconlover

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Photo journal & a way better fuel day!

11 months, 2 weeks!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Four eggs with potatoes

2. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, coconut oil, banana, kale (double serving), ice & water, with bell pepper slices

3. Two veggie burgers with pepper jack cheese, sautéed broccoli, yogurt -- not pictures, baked potato. It was still hard so had to go back in the oven, lol

Day 11 of 21 = MUCH better fuel today!

Body Beast Week 4 Day 4/block 2 = bulk arms! One word = #BOOM and add in a hells yeah! :)

Body beast week 4

Body Beast week 4/day 4 = bulk arms! So, I admit to giggling through the first block but Sagi is gettin' REAL now! So excited to see these results! :)

#feedme #ouch #bodybeast #musclemom

Vintage ads

Um, wow. Just wow.

#knowbetterdobetter ? lol

http://mom.me/fun/8998-hilariously-outrageous-vintage-ads/

Why you should wait until January to become a coach......

Alright guys, I recently shared that we need help to help others.

Are you considering becoming a coach?

Thinking you're too busy right now & will wait till January?

I made this just for you....... :)

http://youtu.be/YhR_tRuosgQ

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Monica Lewinsky's speech on bullying

Wow, Monica Lewinsky's first speech in 16 years. Well, first speech ever but she's speaking out on bullying. Long but worthwhile watch.

If you have anything negative to say, read the FAQ in the article portion. ;)

http://www.upworthy.com/monica-lewinsky-gives-her-first-public-speech-in-16-years-and-says-exactly-what-needs-to-be-said?c=ufb1

Photo journal & a very sleepy day

11 months, 1 week, 6 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, banana, kale, cinnamon, raw honey, ice & water

2. Lunch out: cheese pizza & a spinach whatever that thing is called.

Not pictured: bell peppers

3. Chicken nugget, baked beans, & biscuit

4. Cinnamon roll

5. Yogurt

Day 10 of 21 = didn't even try. For real.

Body Beast Week 4 Day 3/block 2 = swapped for a rest day.

Photo journal & a very sleepy day

11 months, 1 week, 6 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, banana, kale, cinnamon, raw honey, ice & water

2. Lunch out: cheese pizza & a spinach whatever that thing is called.

Not pictured: bell peppers

3. Chicken nugget, baked beans, & biscuit

4. Cinnamon roll

5. Yogurt

Day 10 of 21 = didn't even try. For real.

Body Beast Week 4 Day 3/block 2 = swapped for a rest day.

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Photo journal & body beast & 21 day fix

11 months, 1 week, 5 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Eggs & potatoes

2. Apple

3. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, banana, kale, cinnamon, raw honey, ice & water

4. Pasta, green beans & garlic bread (I could eat an entire loaf!)

Add in #5, I just decided to have yogurt but I'm laying in bed with the little fellas. lol

Day 9 of 21 = short on the veggies again. Guess what? I failed to prep after shopping! #failtoplanplantofail

Body Beast Week 4 Day 2/block 2 = bulk legs! That one kicks my butt! Literally.

Monday, November 17, 2014

All about that baste.

Robs been singing the real version of this song (which I love!!), I bet he'd enjoy this one too! ;)

http://m.today.com/parents/dad-thanksgiving-all-about-baste-funny-parody-video-1D80297634?adbid=10152905631341350&adbpl=fb&adbpr=12566691349&cid=sm_fb_adobe_20141118_35773797

Healthy new year

Ok guys, we had an AMAZING call last night with one of our powerhouse coaches. He reminded us that we should expect to help ten million (TEN MILLION!) people when the new year hits.

Only problem? We need more people to join us so we're able to help all those people change their lives!

You do NOT need:

* experience

* to be a health & fitness pro

* to be at your ideal weight or to be a fitness fanatic

You DO need:

* a desire to help people

* to be coachable & willing to learn

** warning: side effect of this business has been proven to be getting healthy & fit! **

Application: https://wanderingfit.wufoo.com/forms/team-smashing-fit-apprenticeship-application/

FREE health & fitness challenge

I've had a lot of questions recently about my private challenge groups.

SO, I've decided to offer a 10 day FREE *you pick* challenge starting December 1st!! That's the Monday after lets get stuffed on turkey day & I'm sure we'll all be ready to focus on ourselves before we blast into Christmas.

Are you in? Drop me an email at -- wanderingfit at gmail . com -- put it all together, trying to avoid trolly bots. ;)

#healthyholiday

Photo journal & a pretty good day.

11 months, 1 week, 4 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Eggs & potatoes

2. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, banana, kale, cinnamon, raw honey, ice & water, with veggie burgers & pepper jack cheese

Not pictured: half a cheese sandwich with mayo while on a killer call with a #beachbody rockstar! :)

3. Yogurt with peanut butter & chocolate chips

Day 8 of 21 = needed more veggies but ok overall.

Body Beast Week 4 Day 1/block 2 = bulk chest! My arms are still shaky 3 hours later, I'm going to like this block! ;)

Sunday, November 16, 2014

Photo journal & a bad 21 day fix day

11 months, 1 week, 3 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

Not pictured: Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, banana, kale, cinnamon, raw honey, ice & water

1. Lunch out after a movie: green bean fries & a salad

2. Lunch out: black bean burger & beer (I didn't include the peppermint mudslide because I shared it earlier & it filled up my collage, lol)

3. Bell peppers

4. Beer & pumpkin seed muffin

5. Mashed potatoes

Day 7 of 21 = I don't even want to talk about it! :-O

Body Beast Week 3 Day 7/block 1 = build back & bis! Late one! But, we wrapped up block 1! :)

Saturday, November 15, 2014

Photo journal & a road trip followed by Body Beast build legs

11 months, 1 week, 2 days!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

1. Vegan chocolate shakeology, peanut butter, banana, kale, cinnamon, raw honey, ice & water and road load: celery, peanut butter, bell pepper, sunflower seeds, granola bar, second shake (didn't eat the fruit)

2. Popcorn with butter (O ate most)

3. Veggie burger with pepper jack cheese & leftover mashed potatoes

Day 6 of 21 = ok day. I'm still sick. Blah.

Body Beast Week 3 Day 6/block 1 = build legs! Awesome workout. :)

Money saving tips

Interesting list! Could you be saving money?

1. Been suckered into this one more than once!

2. Razors are more expensive than a men's haircut, lol

5. Our garbage feels like we throw out bricks regularly, lol

6. WRONG! ;) A cleanjng person is on my goal list for my business.

8. LOVE IT!! At-home fitness program with a one time fee is a brilliant option. (no, I did not write this list;)

10. Guilty!

12. The little fellas literally destroy them. I regularly buy them! lol

https://markandlaureng.com/13-things-you-should-never-pay-for/

First time with an E-Z Pass!

My first time in the E-Z Pass lane! Did you know you don't need a ticket to get through???

#mindblown #lifechanger #atserviceplazapostingthis #lol

Go Pro event!

Will you be attending this AWESOME event?? If not in person, will you be utilizing the live stream option to learn valuable skills to be successful in your business? If you haven't already, get your ticket! There's no good reason to miss this opportunity!!

http://networkmarketingpro.com/2014/

#gopro #thisgoessforallmlm

Friday, November 14, 2014

Photo journal & body beast

11 months, 1 week, 1 day!! of changing my life!

Current fitness program: Body Beast!

Not pictured: road load vegan chocolate shakeology, coconut oil, pineapple, ice & water

1. Lunch out: veggie soup, Mediterranean veggie sandwich & baguette

2. Coooooookie

3. Vegan chocolate shakeology, banana, kale (FINALLY a have my veggie back!), peanut butter, ice, & water, with yogurt, broccoli & leftover alfredo with gnocchi

Day 5 of 21 = much improved! I'm so relieved I finally hit the grocery store! :)

Body Beast Week 3 Day 5/block 1 = build chest & tris! Late workout tonight but I still love that one.