Shift Shop Results

Round 1 is in the books!

Did you know I workout? Yep, its true! LOL  About 6 years ago, a little program I did at home changed my life. I went from a size 14 down to an 8 in 90 days. SAY WHAT? Yes, it's true. Watch my story HERE

My most recent program, is Shift Shop! Our newest launched program!
I lost 8.8lbs, and almost 3% body fat!  I feel stronger, more fierce. Oh, and let's not forget that my clothes fit better!  Round one started with a week of 25 min workouts, then week 2 was 35 minute workouts, and week 3 was 45 minute workouts! Each week alternated between speed (cardio) and strength (weights), with abs added in!

This workout kicked my booty! In a good way! I did modify many moves, because of my torn rotator cuff. But, I still got insane results. So don't think that modifying doesn't get you results! Try it regular first, if you can't do it with good from, then modify!

The best part, is I didn't do anything you can't do! I followed the meal plan that was fully laid out for me! It included every meal, and exactly what to eat! That is what I did! EASY Peasy! 

__________________________________________________

Do you want in on my next group? We are starting Aug 27th, and I would love for you to get some amazing results with this program! I will even pay your entry, because I believe in you! 

Comment below, or email me annastasiamcpherson1@gmail.com to get in, and get your own results! 

I hope this inspires you to try the new Shift Shop workout! Don't miss out on the Challenge pack - CLICK HERE with shakeology, and containers at a discount! Enjoy! 🙂  Remember - only 16% of people who do Beachbody programs without a coach and support actually FINISH them. SO make sure you email me to get involved in my free coaching/wellness/lifestyle Group! I want you to finish! 

K.I.S.S.

K.I.S.S. = Keep it simple stupid

Sure, I get it. Stupid isn't a nice word. But, it gets the point across right? I use this acronym a lot. There are SO many things in life that I think we as humans really try to over-complicate.

We over analyze.
We over research.
We think the crap out of everything.

It makes things more difficult I think. Back when things were simple, and there wasn't as many choices .... life just seemed easier am I right? Well, today I bring you the issue of "What to make for lunch after church on Sunday" - Yes, it's an issue.

If I don't have things ready, my kids can't fend for themselves. I must have staples like bread, and peanut butter. These kids expect so much from me! (joking). This works well, if we remembered to make sandwich bread! #realmomlife  This brings us to this past Sunday....after church. NOTHING to eat. No bread was made. The kids had NO idea what to make themselves! What is a tired, and busy mom to do? I mean we already lost an hour of sleep, momma just wanted a nap! (Thanks daylight savings)

Enter my "mom's busy and didn't plan a lunch meal" - Salad! But not just any salad, this is the super amazing, full of flavor, tasty salad that my kids love, and it requires no bread! Crab salad!! YES! That is the answer! I highly suggest you keep staples to make a version of this in your own house at all times! :) I'm sharing my recipe with you so you too can keep this in your back pocket, for just those moments. You may even LOOK like you have it together! ;)


First, you start with some chopped up celery. I prefer to have mine diced.

Throw them in the bowl. 

Up Next, The Crab. You could used canned if that is what you have on hand. However, I prefer the Big huge chunks of the imitation crab meat from Aldi. You can see in my picture how huge these chunks are. Next, add about 1/2 C Avocado Oil Mayo.

Up Next is really the secret Sauce! The seasonings! I add by sight, and don't really measure, so these can totally be adjusted to your own taste & liking! I do about 1/2 Tsp of Each Old Bay Seasoning and Dill. If you have fresh dill, use that! The flavor will really pop. If not, Dried is great! 

Mix it all up really well. From here you can stick in fridge to chill, or you can eat it! We've been known to throw it on Crackers, Breads, Chilled cooked pasta..... Really, the possibilities are endless! :) 

I hope you enjoy this easy simple recipe! Let me know if you try it in the comments! 

PIN IT HERE ⇓

______________________________________

* This post contains affiliate links. Thank you!

Little Secrets about how I love fitness

I don't! 
There. I said it. I don't love fitness!

I struggle to workout some days. It's hard. BUT, I know how amazing it is for my mental health, and my body! I need it. But, that doesn't mean I love it! LOL

One of the ways I like to keep things interesting and fun, is to switch it up! I try to do this often! I have what you could easily call workout A.D.D. I jump around programs/workouts a lot. Unless I'm 100% committed to a program, I like to try out new things!

Well, today there was an amazing sneak peek on my BOD streaming workout service of the new Core de Force workout being released next month! Something you may not know about me... I used to totally be into martial arts. I even tested for my brown belt when I was 6 months pregnant with my now 11 year old daughter. I could even still kick above my belt! Well, I tried out this new workout today... and I can say it was SUPER fun! Try to mix up your workouts and keep things fresh and fun. That is the way to not get bored.

 Note: Don't mind my crazy hair and mismatch clothes.... this is why I workout at home. I'd be the "crazy lady" going to the gym like this!

 

Protein loaded oatmeal that is delicious!

I love oatmeal. I eat it often. Not that thin "instant" type.... But good old fashioned thick  oats! The kind you have to cook in a pot, on the stove (unless you do my overnight oats HERE). What I don't love... How I am hungry 1.5 hours after eating!

I have found that I need protein in the morning to keep me feeling full! This typically comes in the form of eggs. I also read that a high protein breakfast can help you lose weight - that is a plus!! I have come up with a way to enjoy my oatmeal, and still get my protein needs met with eggs!  Creamy egg white oatmeal!! 

I know what you are thinking... GROSS!! That is what I thought to before I tried it, but I promise it's amazing! So amazing, I even make it for my kids oatmeal with egg whites in it now and they have no clue!! 

Peaches are in season here in California, and since I eat produce according to the "in season" schedule - I have tons now! We went to the farmers market to load up, and came home with 6lbs of peaches! I made some yummy peach streusel for the husband. I still had tons left over, so I made peaches and cream egg white oatmeal for days! I'm sharing my recipe here with you! 

What you'll need: 

3/4  cup water

3/4 cup almond/coconut blend milk

1/2 cup old fashioned oats

1/2 cup organic egg whites 

Peaches cut up

Sweetener to taste (I used honey)
Cinnamon (optional)

Put milk + water in a saucepan, bring to just a boil. Add oats. Cook until 3/4 of the water is gone. Reduce heat, while constantly stirring, slowly add egg whites. Keep stirring. Cook an additional 3 minutes while stirring (or until remaining liquid is absorbed). Remove from heat. Stir in sweetener, cinnamon,  and fresh fruit! Enjoy!

Protein Loaded Oatmeal with Peaches

Why you need to measure!

I asked in a post over on my Facebook page if people measured their oil when cooking. Overwhelmingly, the answer was NO! The only time people stated they measured was in baking!

I did an experiment, and actually free poured my oil into a measuring device without watching the amount, just what I would use for cooking whatever I was cooking - guess what happened?!? I poured almost twice as much as needed EVERY time! You might ask why this is important? 

Oils are fats. Just nutritionally speaking, 1 tblsp of oil has the same amount of fat as a snickers bar!!! (read on happyherbivore.com). Oils are not a natural occurring food. All oils are processed, they all need pressed/extracted etc.  Oils are simply empty calories, and can easily be over used! You REALLY should be measuring!

Watch this video about oils! It was very interesting!

I am not saying DON'T eat oils, I am saying be aware of how much you ARE eating, and choose good oils! My husband bought me this amazing oil pourer, with a measurer*! I now can measure and see how much oils I am using, easily! *Yes, I realize these are not real words, I made them up

This Oil Pourer is AMAZING! I love being able to measure, and see exactly what I am using. This also makes my tracking in my 21 Day Fix meal sheets easier, since it is measured in teaspoons. It comes fully apart, and has SUPER easy clean up! It is even Dishwasher Safe! If you don't have something like this at least pull out your measuring spoons and measure! Don't load up on un-necessary empty calories! Save them for that snickers bar or Smoreo treat instead! 

Want to get one for yourself? 

Fitness Friday Move of the week - Try it yourself!!

TRICEPS!!

They are SUCH a Sexy muscle to show off .... ESPECIALLY with summer and short sleeves and tank tops coming!!

What's a Tricep? 

Aside from Triceps, most exercises that work this muscle - also use many others in the shoulders, chest, back, and arms! So it's like a Super Whammy of a workout! ;)

So, I challenge you to do 3 sets of 10 every other day for the next week! If that is too much, or too little adjust for your fitness level! 

The move you will be doing? 

Tricep Dips  

Be sure that you follow these guidelines 

* Place hands on each side of your hips - facing forward

* Keep your legs bent like I show in the video for beginners - when that gets too easy, simply move your feet farther out, keeping them slightly bent, and keep your form - Need even harder? Simply fully extend your legs out in front! 

* Lower your body down

* Keep arms parallel with the ground

* Squeeze your triceps at the top

* Keep your core tight

* Bend at the elbows when dipping down

Here is me, showing you how I do mine! 

The material provided on this website is not intended to be a substitute for the services of trained professionals in any field!

Clean Eating Guru

WOW! Today is a great day!! Not ONLY is it my Birthday. . . . But The launch of a great project I've been working on!!! I am always asked about FOOD.

Food seems to be the most confusing thing to most people - if it is labeled "healthy" then most think it is. Using of words like "natural" "healthy" "reduced" among others leads people to believe the deception that they ARE in fact healthy!

So, I have been putting together this program JUST for you, All of my followers! Get signed up today.

www.cleaneatingguru.com

You will learn SO much about food, and what to eat/choose!! Be sure to share with your friends to get signed up as well.  Just to get you started on learning, here is a cute little Grocery Star Wars Video I found - 

Thank you friends for making the first steps to get on the path to Clean Eating!!

Ditch the package crap - EASY overnight oatmeal (recipe included)

I am guilty! I used to buy the packets of "instant oatmeal" for my kids out of sheer speed and ease! However, those are usually NOT very healthy or good for you! I am sure MANY of us are in a rush in the morning and need something quick and healthy for breakfast!

Well, since I am NOT a morning person, cooking old fashioned oats every morning gets old too! I do like to make my kids something warm for breakfast - or at least more than cereal! 

Behold the awesomeness of Overnight oats! Yes, you read that right! These are SO EASY, quick to prepare, and healthy (no icky added crap). I can prepare 4 bowls (enough for two days of oats for the kids) in just about 4 minutes! The plus side? My kids LOVE THEM!! I like them too, but for the kids this is just like instant oats, but healthier!

On to the recipe -

You will need:

Bowls to hold 1 cup with lids (I normally use jam jars, wide mouth, but I'm out of lids)

Old fashioned oats

Applesauce (homemade or organic is best)

Milk (I use almond normally)

Brown sugar (this sweetens well - I am sure you can use another sweetener of choice as well)

Cinnamon

First set out all your bowls! Measure 1/4 of your oats, applesauce, and milk into each bowl! Add 1/2 tblsp brown sugar. Sprinkle cinnamon on top to taste. They will look similar to this -

Next, you want to stir them all up until well blended! 

Next, add the lid! Put them into the fridge for at least 8 hrs! These will last for three days in the fridge!

In the morning, simply take out and eat! Can be enjoyed cold, or heated up! These are easy to transport also! 

Try it out, make it tonight and let me know what you think in the comments! 

Do you need glass containers to try this out? Try these below - 

21 days to better habits

Did you know it takes 21 days to form a Habit?

21 days to change how you think about food. This system takes the guesswork out of it.

I have people tell me all the time, their number one issue with getting fit/losing weight is FOOD and learning what/how to eat. Well, this takes the guess work out, and makes eating fun and easy! Best part - It produces results!! All of this, and only 30 minute a day workouts! I have coached over 20 people through a similar program, they have all gotten amazing results, myself included. It doesn't matter where you are at, this program can help you!!

Portions are easy to understand, it comes with color coded containers - If it fits, you can eat it!!

This program is amazing, and starting TODAY is on sale for ONLY $140!! That is CRAZY talk - ALL of this for only $140 (the $140 includes the complete workout/portion container/meal planner AND Shakeology - Its like you are getting it for ONLY $10!!) ORDER HERE

I PROMISE I will be there with you every step of the way - If you are wanting a simple program, that delivers results - THIS IS IT!!

Go to this form below to get on my list, You will get all the above mentioned, and me as your coach through the whole thing (this includes the online support group) Don't wait - Go . . . NOW!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1oJhhqrfc4sB_onzIzJo2_oBrdD9F2fPnoBWFiPcRDlQ/viewform

Success is not convenient

Success is not convenient. You have to make room for it. 

Stop waiting for the ideal or perfect situation to show up in your life before you make your move. The time will never come if you are waiting for that perfect time.  It is hard to make changes! It is hard to get started on a fitness program or clean eating. There is never a perfect situation for it to happen!  So STOP WAITING for it!  

I am here to help! Motivation get's you started, but HABIT keeps you going! I am going to help you with establishing the HABIT so you can continue to be successful with getting fit or losing weight! 


I know personally, I tried to wait for the perfect time to get started... and I just got heavier and gained more wait! When I decided I was doing it, no matter what .. . I was motivated! Then came the Habit. Did you know it takes 21 days to form a habit? Once the habit was established, I achieved success! Just 4 months into my journey, I went from 170lbs to 140. Now, one year later I am in a size 4/6; down from a 14 with a muffin top! 

Had I waited for convenience, I wouldn't have my success! 

Are you ready to get your success? 

Contact me here: www.fb.com/fitalicious

or 

Email Me Here