Me, on a professional Shakeology video?!

Not too long ago I entered a contest with Shakeology about how Shakeology has helped my weight loss, energy level, joint pain and so much more. Well, I got a very strange email from a producer who works for Shakeology. I forwarded the email to my coach to make sure it was legit (if that's how you spell it). Much to my surprise, it is.
I have been invited to be a featured guest in the making of a professional video for my progress with, non other than, Shakeology!!! Woo Hoo.
It has really been a struggle with me to get back my sanity after having 6 pregnancies in 5 years, two tragic deaths in my family, depression, overly tired and weight loss. But I'm telling you people, it works. The only thing I don't like about Shakeology is it tastes so good I could drink it every meal. That could get costly though so I stick to one a day. If you haven't seen my video yet, check it out here.

Mom

If anyone knows my mom then you know the sweetest lady in the world. She is such a great influence in my life and in my children's lives. She has given me so much to teach to my children. She has taught me to love my kids and to enjoy them. She has shown me how to move on and forgive when the world has let you down. She has shown great strength when we all have needed it the most. She loves the Lord with every ounce of her being and strives to serve Him daily.
My mom has struggled with her weight since having me. She has gone up and down on the scale many times for years. But the last few years she has had a real struggle with her weights. My mom has been watching me drink my progress with Shakeology and working out for the last 5 months. She finally decided to give it a try. She's been drinking it for 5 days now and called this morning to tell me that she is down 4.2 pounds. Mom called again. She forgot that when she weighed herself the first time she had her shoes on. So she had to weigh herself the same way, she only lost 1.6 pounds. That is still awesome!! Way to go Mom. She also is unable to workout now due to the fact that she broke her ankle. I am so thrilled for her. I hope that Shakeology will continue to help her and that she will see great results from it. I know she will and she will be very happy. She's my mom.

Weight Loss Update

I hate it when your scale gets stuck and no matter how well you eat it won't budge. I've become addicted  to weighing myself. I wonder how many other people are like me and can't wait for the morning to see if they have lost or gained weight. Being a woman, you shouldn't do this. Your weight fluctuates so much that its better to pick a day of the week and weigh only on that day. So, with that said, I'm putting my scale in the drawer and I'm going to start weighing only on Tuesdays. Pray that I stick to this plan. I get frustrated when I see high numbers. My emotions become a roller coaster.

Before I made this decision, I have to tell you that my scale had been stuck for 3 months. I couldn't get past 177 pounds. I asked around and a good new friend gave me her eating plan. I've stuck to it for a full week now and within the last 5 days I have lost 3 pounds. I am full all the time. I still use Shakeology everyday and I am a full believer that it has helped. But sometimes we need to change our routines to get out of the slump we are in. Now I'm down to 173 pounds. I'm so thrilled with this number. I will be more excited when I reach my halfway goal of 169. That's only 4 pounds away.
If you need someone to help you along you can sign up for FREE under my website to receive accountability, weight loss advise, workout advise, free tracking on your goals, and a chance  to win up to $1000 every day just by working out. Go to my website www.teambeachbody.com/janicekrieger and sign up under the muscle man where it says free. Then log in every day under the WOWY gym when you do your workouts and you can win prizes and money.
You can do it!!! I believe in you! You do have what it takes to reach your goals. You just have to step out and do it.

Suma Root

SUMA ROOT – Suma Root act as an adaptogen, helping the body to cope with stress, increasing energy levels and resistance to disease. It is used to treat exhaustion resulting from debilitating viral infections, such as Epstein-Barr disease and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. It is a tonic that is helpful to people who are recovering from the flu, as well as anyone else who lacks energy and stamina. The herb promote healthy energy levels and combats the effects of fatigue and stress. As an anti-inflammatory, Suma is thought to be of help in easing the pain and inflammation of arthritis and other joint discomforts. Effective for the unpleasant symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes and emotional swings. This same quality is believed to alleviate the discomforts of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

Ladies, I'm telling you this works great for PMS. I'm living proof. It has also decreased my joint pain to nothing. My knees and hip were the worse and now I don't even notice pain at all. Check out what other wonderful things that Shakeology can do for you.

Free fitness

"Let me help you find a FREE LIVE fit class offered in your area. Sign up for a free membership on my site under the muscle man pic "join" & not only will I be assigned as your free fitness & nutrition coach but you'll get to workout to Beachbody ® programs & sample Shakeology®, protein bars, w/o a gym membership!" www.teambeachbody.com/janicekrieger

How to Peal Peaches

What a great way to peal those peaches or tomatoes or any soft fruit. My little ones love to eat peaches but can't chew and swallow the skin very well yet.

http://www.ourbestbites.com/2011/07/tutorial-how-to-peel-peaches/

Need I Say More?

Garage Sale

Tomorrow through Sunday we are having a garage sale. I hope this is the last one for a while. We have a ton of stuff to get rid of. There are some items to decorate your home with. A couple of tables. A stationary bike and so much more. I also will have a table set up with information about Shakeology. If you want to come by give me your email address and I'll send you my address.

How to properly Hydrate in this heat.

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Accountability

I really couldn't do my workouts or eat healthy without people to be accountable to. I have an awesome coach who works hard at getting us recipes, health tips and just being there to make sure we don't become lazy. I have learned a lot from her and I'm ready to be a coach to you myself. If your looking for accountability, a way to track your results and healthy nutritional tips then I can help. Its free and easy. Just log into my website www.teambeachbody.com/janicekrieger Go to the ABOUT tab then scroll down to Join/Upgrade and click on it. Under the picture of the man is Sign me up for free membership. Click on this and sign up. Its free. You can keep track of your progress, join chat groups, have workout buddies, and enter to win $1,000 everyday in the WOWY gym by logging in your workouts. Its a great way to stay on track and be kept accountable. If you have questions, email me and I'll answer them.

120 Calorie Sponge Cake

This cake is really 100 calories but when you add the lite cool whip and berries it goes up to 120. Not bad for yummy spong cake.

Ingredients

3 Eggs

1 Pinch of salt

1/2 C sugar

1/2 C corn starch

2 tsp flour
1 tsp baking powder

Directions

1. Separate eggs. Beat egg whites and salt until stiff.

2. Add sugar gradually and beat until stiff and sugar has dissolved.

3. Add egg yolks. Beat until well blended.

4. Sift together cornstarch, flour and baking powder and fold into mixture.

5. Pour into two 8 inch greased and lined cake tins. (I used one 13x9)

6. Bake at 350F for 15-20 min or until cake springs back when lightly touched.

7. Leave in cake tin for 10 min before turning out onto a wire rack to cool.

8. This cake is especially good if you sandwich the 2 layers together with raspberry jam and freshly whipped cream.

Makes 8 servings