Seek God

I love this scripture. Here's the whole thing:

But before ye seek for riches, seek ye for the kingdom of God.
And after ye have obtained a hope in Christ ye shall obtain riches, if ye seek them; and ye will seek them for the intent to do good—to clothe the naked, and to feed the hungry, and to liberate the captive, and administer relief to the sick and the afflicted.

I have found that when I focus on seeking God and serving those around me I find so many areas of my life that I am abundantly rich in! 

#seekthekingdomofgod #riches #hopeinchrist #richestobetterserveothers #truth #wisdom #bookofmormon #christian #lds #iamamormon #jacob 

Insuring Good Health

#everyonewantsgoodhealth #truth #wisdom #bechearful #deepbreathing #eatlightly #beinterested #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife #williamlonden

Tip of the Day: Drink More Water

There are even more health benefits from drinking water not depicted in this picture. Seriously, you need water! How much water do you need? Take your weight, divide it in half, and drink that many ounces of water a day. So, if you weigh 120 pounds, you should drink 60 ounces of water a day. At a minimum. Drink more than that if possible. Just keep drinking!

Here are some other reasons to drink water: promotes weight loss, flushes out toxins, improves your skin health, aids digestions, boosts your immune system, and reduces risk of headaches!

#drinkmorewater #goodforyourbrain #goodforyourskin #goodforyourhealth #cleansouttoxins #helpsyouloseweight #youneedwater #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife

Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip

After I came up with, and immediately fell in love with, the brownie batter dip, I started dreaming up other dip ideas. I love peanut butter cookies. And I love peanut butter with apples. And I totally loved dipping my apples in this super healthy and nutrient dense Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip!

Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
1/4 cup almond milk (or water or other milk of choice)
4 tsps PB, chunky or smooth (the real stuff made from just peanuts - I made it with smooth but I think I would like it even better with chunky) * 4 tsps = 1 Tbs plus 1 tsp
Add some cinnamon if you want :)

Mix it all together, then start dipping. I loved it with apples but bananas would be good to, or anything really. And remember, no guilt, because you're eating your healthiest meal of the day!

If you don't have any Shakeology yet let's fix that! Contact me at: amandacolbyfitness@gmail.com and we'll talk about ways you can get it at a discount!

#dessertsthatmakeyouhealthier #dessertforbreakfast #dessertanytime #noguiltdessert #peanutbuttercookiedough #shakeology #shakeologylove #realfood #realfoodthattastesgood #wholefood #cleaneating #dessertdip #wholesoulfitness #yourbeachbodycoach #abalancedlife

If Not Now, When?

Time is running out folks! Just a few more days until the sale for 22 Hard Crops and both 21 Day Fix programs ends. I've already told you about how great these programs are. And I've told you how I will help you succeed at them. And I've told you how results are guaranteed or your money back. So, I've got nothing left to tell you. Just waiting for you to tell me you're ready.

#ifnotnowwhen #thetimehascome #getfit#fitnessinyourlivingroom #itsuptoyou

Life Lessons By Seuss

Don't you just love Dr. Seuss! Not only are his books great for helping kids learn to read, but there is so much wisdom in them!

#drseuss #lifelessons #todayyouareyou #whyfitin #yourhavebrainsinyourhead #bewhoyouareandsaywhatyoufeel #todayistheday #truth #smartman #myfav

The Pizzadilla

I saw something like this on Pinterest years ago and never got around to trying it out. And now that I have, I wish I had tried it years ago! Think pizza meets quesadilla, because that's what it is. You can make it however you like, basically you take anything you'd put on a pizza, and put it on a tortilla. You just make it like you would a quesadilla, on a pan on the stove, over medium heat. You can make it however you like! What I did was take a whole wheat tortilla, lay it on my pan, and sprinkle on some mozzarella cheese. I let that melt a bit, then spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on that. I put a layer of spinach on one half and a layer of tomato slice on the other. Once they were warmed through I folded it up, sliced it, and wondered why it had never occurred to me to make such a creation before. We've had them several times since! Yum!

#21dayfixapproved #cizefood #quickeasyhealthydelicious #realfood #wholefood #realfoodthattastesgood #cleaneating #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife #pizzadilla

Nutrient Deficiency

Have you ever felt any of these things when you have tried to lose weight before?

            -cravings

            -mental fog

            -irritable

            -sluggish

These are all symptoms of being nutrient deficient!

Can you lose weight without Shakeology? Yes! But Shakeology just makes it so much easier! You are able to get an entire days worth of nutrition in 170 calories or less!

Are you ready to really take charge of your nutrition? To invest in your health? If so, comment below or email me at amandacolbyfitness@gmail.com to discuss how you can get Shakeology at a discount!!! And remember, results are guaranteed or your money back!

#nutrientdeficient #shakeologycanhelp #shakeology #shakeologylove #dailydoseofdensenutrition #healthiestmealoftheday #realfood #cleaneating #wholefood #realfoodthattastesgood #wholesoulfitness #yourbeachbodycoach #abalancedlife

Peaches and Cream Shake-o

If you are looking for a creamy summertime treat look no further!

Peaches and Cream Shake-o

• 1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
• 1-1.5 cups almond milk (or water or other milk of choice)
• 1-2 fresh peaches (go ahead and leave the skin on, more nutrients) or 1-2 cups frozen peach slices
• 1-2 cups ice

Blend it up! That's it!

If you don't have any Shakeology yet let's fix that! Contact me at: amandacolbyfitness@gmail.com and we'll talk about ways you can get it at a discount!

#shakeology #shakeologylove #peachesandcream #dessertsthatmakeyouhealthier #dessertanytime #realfood #realfoodthattastesgood #cleaneating #wholefood #dailydoseofdensenutrition #quickeasyhealthydelicious #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife #yourbeachbodycoach

Struggles Become Strengths

There is a scripture in the Book of Mormon that says something very similar.

Ether 12:27
And if men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness. I give unto men weakness that they may be humble; and my grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them.

So really, as both the scripture and the quote tell us, our struggles/weaknesses are just opportunities for us to grow. So we should be grateful for them!

#truth #wisdom #alexelle #bookofmormon #ether #lds #christian #iamamormon #weaknessescanbecomestrengths #thankfulforstruggles #abalancedlife #wholesoulfitness

His Grace Is Sufficient

His grace is sufficient. Sufficient to save. Sufficient to perfect. Sufficient to change. Sufficient to enable. Sufficient to comfort, to heal, to calm. It is sufficient, we just need to love Him. With all our might, mind, and strength.

#bookofmormon #christian #lds #iamamormon #moroni #comeuntochrist #perfectedinhim #lovegod #hisgraceissufficent #cantdenythepowerofgod

Laugh Often, Rest Well

While I think eating healthy and exercising regularly are important, I also think balance is important. We should have daily social interaction, spiritual nourishment, and mental exercise each day as well. And really, there's something to be said for laughing and sleeping!!!!

#laughingreleasesendorphins #endorphinshelpyoulivelonger #laughingfeelsgood #sleepisrestorative #sleepforyourbodyandyourbrain #irishproverb #wisdom #cures

Tip of the Day: Eggs

Do you know how you can tell what color egg a hen will lay? By the color of their ear lobe. If it is white, their eggs will be white. If it is colored, the eggs will be colored.
Did you know that the color of the egg in no way determines the nutritional value of the egg? I guess some people believe that because brown eggs cost more they must be more nutritious. It isn't true. They aren't. They cost more because the highest laying hens are a bread that lay white eggs. So hens that lay brown eggs lay fewer eggs so it costs the farmer more to keep brown egg-laying hens.
The nutritional value of eggs is determined by what the hen eats. So if you want increased nutritional value get eggs that come from free-range chickens. When the chickens are free to roam around they can eat more insects, thus increasing the protein and other nutrients in their eggs. And free-range organic eggs are even better.
Also, if you are lucky enough to be able to get eggs directly from a farmer don't wash them until you are about to use them. Once you wash them they start to go bad. But if you leave them unwashed they will stay fresh for over a month.

#tipoftheday #tipsforhealthyeating #eggs #eggseveryday #nowyouknow #yourbeachbodycoach #abalancedlife #wholesoulfitness

Peanut Butter Milkshake-o

While my husband and I were engaged I got some wisdom teeth pulled. That night, since my mouth was sore, my super sweet mom went on a run to Jamba Juice to get us some smoothies. She got some for all of us. Ryan, my husband, asked for a peanut butter one. My mom about gagged. You have to understand, my mom does not like peanut butter. All my life she'd make everyone else in the family PB&J, but never for herself. She's just not a fan. And she could not comprehend why anyone would choose to have a peanut butter smoothie. And the truth is, I would never have considered ordering one either. But when I tried Ryan's I realized it was actually really good.
Well, now, for less money, calories, and sugar, and way more nutrition, I can make this tasty treat that is just as satisfying.

Peanut Butter Milkshake-o

• 1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
• 1-1.5 cups almond milk (or water or other milk of choice)
• 1 Tbs peanut butter (all natural, peanut only PB)
• 1/2 small avocado (optional - but it makes it creamier)
• 1-2 cups ice (depending on desired thickness)

Blend it up! Enjoy!

If you don't have any Shakeology yet let's fix that! Contact me at: amandacolbyfitness@gmail.com and we'll talk about ways you can get it at a discount!

#shakeologylove #shakeology #quickeasyhealthydelicious #dessertsthatmakeyourhealthier #wholefood #peanutbuttermilkshake #cleaneating #realfood #realfoodthattastesgood #dessertanytime #noguilt #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife

22 Hard Corps Sale Ends Soon!

Just a reminder that you can get this amazing fitness program for just $10 this month with purchase of a one month supply of Shakeology. Both come with a money-back guarantee. Boot camp, in your living room, just 22 minutes a day, plus the healthiest, nutrient dense, meal of the day, and guaranteed results. Awesomeness!
#22minutehardcorps #sale #nofear #youvegotthis#getfit #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness

You Haven't Always Known What You Do Now

So true Malcom X!

#truth #malcomx #wise #youhaven'talwaysknownwhatyounowknow #dontcondemothers #lovenothate

Mango Parfait

I LOVE parfaits for a mid-day snack. Or a dessert. Or breakfast. Or whatever really. I am a huge fan of fruit and if I could get all my needed nutrients by just eating fruit I would totally do it! But I can't, dang it. Oh well, this delicious treat is so enjoyable I am happy to eat my fruit combined with other deliciousness. And, when possible, it is good to eat your fruit in accompaniment with protein. So this is perfect.

Mango Parfait

• 3/4 cup plain yogurt
• 2 Tbs rolled oats
• 1/2 cup diced Ataulfo mango (red mango works too, I just like the creamy smoothness of Ataulfo)

21 Day Fix container counts - red, 1/2 yellow, 1/2 purple

#21dayfixapproved #cizefood #itsparfait #mangoparfait #realfood #quickeasyhealthydelicious #yumyumyum #cleaneating #wholefood #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife

Why The Diet Cycle Fails

Has this ever happened to you? You have gotten yourself all psyched up to lose weight. You start your diet (reduce calories, add exercise – make a plan, pick fitness program, meals planned out, gung ho – lose a few pounds the first few days), you do great for 10 days – 14 days, but with your reduced food intake you're also reducing your nutrient intake, you have become nutrient deficient.* You start feeling tired and irritable. This is when temptation and frustration really set it.  Food is smelling really good and you’re thinking “This really sucks, I’m hungry and I feel terrible” and everyone around you is eating all this yummy smelling and looking food and you’re craving it and you start thinking how this is what happens to you every time. And so you give-in and eat that pizza (or whatever). And then you get down on yourself. You think "I start out great and then I feel terrible and I cave in.” and that's when the guilt sets in and you just give up, until the next time.

This cycle is all because you are nutrient deficient. If you get the right nutrients your cravings go away, you have more energy, you feel better, and you do more. Your body recovers more so weight loss becomes a by-product of great nutrition. Typical dieting is doing the opposite. Asking more from our bodies while cutting calories (so nutrients) and then we feel miserable. No one wants to stick with something they feel terrible doing.

So what's the solution? Is there any way to still get the nutrients you need while also reducing calories so you can lose weight. Why, yes there is! It's Shakeology! In every serving there are enough nutrients to fuel your body for SEVERAL days. And at only 130-170 calories (depending on flavor)!

Maybe you are tired of spending money on trying all the different diet drinks, pills, etc. You've spent too much and they have never worked? Shakeology comes with a 30-day money back guarantee! So, if you try it and it doesn't help you, you haven't lost anything! Just send it back and get a full refund! You have nothing to lose (except that unwanted weight!)

If you are ready to kick the diet cycle to the curb and really take charge of your health comment or email me at amandacolbyfitness@gmail.com and I'll tell you the different options for getting Shakeology at a discount!

*It is almost impossible to cut your calories without cutting your nutrients – when you look at RDA and you see how much of each nutrient you are supposed to get each day that is based on a 2000 calorie diet, but when dieting you cut your calories to 1200 or so plus adding exercise and you aren’t getting all the nutrients your body is craving, so you get tired because you’re trying to do more with less nutrition.

#dietcycle #faileddiet #nutrientdeficient #endthecycle #loseweightthehealthyway #letsdoitotgether #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife

Choose Faith

Sometimes life is hard. Heck, a lot of the time life is hard. And sometimes when it is especially hard, when there is something we want so badly we literally ache, and that something is a righteous desire the a loving Father should want for us, it can be hard to believe that He really is there, and really is loving. But He is, always, constantly. Loving us so much that even though we don't understand His plan, He has one for us, and it is always better than the ones we come up with ourselves. So it is up to us to believe, to CHOOSE FAITH!

#choosefaith #deliberateconfidenceingod #godislove #oswaldchambers #truth #christian #lds #iamamormon

Almond Joy Shake-o

I LOVE Almond Joys! I love Mounds too! I love that sweet coconutty goodnes wrapped in chocolate. I like them with the crunchy almond in there, and without. I just love them. This tasty creation is stronger on the chocolate and weaker on the coconut than the candy bar, I'm not going to lie. But even still, the coconut, chocolate, and optional almond mix is still fantastic!

Almond Joy (or Mounds) Shake-o
1 scoop Chocolate or Vegan Chocolate Shakeology
1-1.5 cups coconut milk (or water or other milk of choice)
1/4-1/2 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened is healthiest, obviously)
1/4-1/2 tsp coconut extract (optional)
1-2 cups ice
Optional garnish - 2 tsp mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, 2 tbs sliced almonds, 2 tsps shredded coconut

Blend it up! And be proud of yourself for doing something good for your body.

If you don't have any Shakeology yet let's fix that! Contact me at: amandacolbyfitness@gmail.com and we'll talk about ways you can get it at a discount!

#almondjoy #shakeology #shakeologylove #dessertsthatmakeyouhealthier #dailydoseofdensenutrition #realfastfood #healthyfastfood #fastfoodalternative #realfood #cleaneating #wholefood #yumyumyum #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife

Towards Your Promised Land

Have you ever searched for your promised land and felt like maybe it just wasn't out there? I have. More than once. But the most prominent experience was when I was in search of building my family, and it wasn't happening. At least not how I planned on it happening, or when. Infertility was a vast wilderness. And when we first embarked on our journey I felt so lost. Until I finally relinquished my plan and chose to follow the light God offered. He was our guiding light, and he prepared the way for us, to not only find the promised land of our beautiful family, but our extended adopted birth families as well.
How has He led you to your promised land?

#heismylight #keepthecommandments #mypromisedland #christian #lds #bookofmormon #nephi #iamamormon #truth #godislove #heleadsmyway

By Small and Simple Things Are Great Things Brought To Pass

Love this! As long as you are moving in the right direction you are going to make progress and eventually see big results!

#truth #progressleadstoresults #bysmallandsimplethings

Tip of the Day: Eat Protein for Breakfast

First of all, you should always eat breakfast. And, that breakfast should include protein. There are several reasons why this is a good idea, here are 5 good ones.
1. When you eat protein spaced throughout the day your body is better able to use it, making it easier to build muscle.
2. You will stay full longer (this will lead to reduced snacking and fewer calories consumed throughout the day, so it helps with weight regulation.)
3. Sugar (and other) cravings will decrease
4. It will help your brain function more efficiently leading to increased alertness
5. By fueling your metabolism with protein you reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

#proteinforbreakfast #tipoftheday #tipsforhealthyeating #yourbeachbodycoach #cleaneating #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife #eggseveryday

Teaching Children

My sister has a t-shirt that says "Motherhood is not for wimps!" I so agree, parenting is hard. And it can be really hard to teach our children to do things for themselves. There are some any times I think about how much more quickly I could get a particular task accomplished if I just did it myself, and then it would get done the way I wanted it done as well. But, I have found that as I teach Abby how to do things it not only gives her more confidence and independence, in the long run it makes things easier for me because that's one more thing she can help out with and one less thing I have to do myself. It's a great deal!

#positiveparenting #teachyourchildren #abbysthebest #motherhoodisnotforwimps #sogratefultobeamommy #bestjobever

21 Day Fix Programs on Sale!

I've mentioned it before, but I'm going to do it again. The 21 Day Fix programs are on sale this month! 
Maybe you are intimidated by the idea of exercising. Every workout has modifications, so you can do it at your level! And they are only 30 minutes - just 30 minutes a day. 30 minutes of your time to help you get healthier, to invest in your future health, to help you be a better mom/dad, wife/husband, employee. 30 minutes to increase your patience, focus, immune system, etc. 30 minutes a day really isn't that much!
Maybe you are intimidated by meal planning with containers. I TOTALLY get that - I was too, it took me a year to get past that intimidation. I WILL HELP YOU! I promise. I'll share my meal plans. I give you recipes. I'll help you count containers for your favorite recipes. I'll help you adjust your recipes to make them 21 Day Fix approved.
Maybe you are afraid to try one more fitness program because you have failed before. I am here to help you succeed! I will provide you accountability and support. I will follow up with you and help you track your activities to help you reach your goals!
Maybe you don't want to waste the money on something that may just be like what you have already done. RESULTS ARE GUARANTEED!!! Or your MONEY BACK!!!! If you don't get the results you want, or just find you can't stick with the program, or just don't enjoy it, or whatever, it is SO EASY to return them and get your money back! If you want, I'll even remind you when the time comes.
So, what are you waiting for? Let me know when you are ready and I'll help you get this amazing deal! Either program for just $10 with purchase of one-months supply of Shakeology!

#21dayfix #21dayfixextreme #Shakeology #sale#wereinittogether #helpmehelpyou#yourbeachbodycoach #moneybackguarantee#guaranteedresults #takechargeofyourfitness#wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife

Chocolate Dipped Frozen Banana Shake-o

Do you like frozen bananas dipped in chocolate? Do you like milkshakes? Do you like getting healthier without having to eat food you don't enjoy? Well, if your answer is yes to any or all of those questions then try this out...

Chocolate Dipped Frozen Banana Shake-o

• 1 scoop chocolate or vegan chocolate Shakeology
• 1-1.5 cups almond milk (or other milk of choice)
• 1 frozen banana
• 1-2 cups ice (depending on how thick you like your shakes)

Blend it up!

If you don't have any Shakeology yet let's fix that! Contact me at: amandacolbyfitness@gmail.com and we'll talk about ways you can get it at a discount!

#shakeology #shakeologylove #dessertsthatmakeyouhealthier #chocolatedippedfrozenbanana #wholefood #realfood #realfoodthattastesgood #cleaneating #healthiestmealoftheday #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife

Roasted Green Beans

By far, my favorite way to cook vegetables is to roast them. I love them slightly crisp, and the sweetness that comes form them caramelizing a bit. I haven't found a veggie yet that I don't like roasted. Admittedly, I haven't tried them all, like I've never roasted lettuce. But all the ones I've tried roasting I have enjoyed. And green beans are definitely not an exception. Crispy roasted green beans are a-ma-zing! And they make a great side to pretty much any dinner.

Roasted Green Beans

• Green Beans
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Garlic Salt

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Rinse green beans and trim ends. I like to break them all in half so they fit in my mouth without having to cut them later, but it's not necessary. Throw them all in a produce bag, or a ziplock bag. Pour in some olive oil. This is one of those annoying recipes without exact measurements, because I never measure since I have different amounts of green beans each time. Basically you want enough EVOO to coat the beans but not drown them. I'd say I usually pour in about 1 tbs EVOO per pound of beans. Then sprinkle on garlic salt to taste. Spin the top of the bag (or zip it), then bounce the beans around until they are evenly coated with EVOO and garlic salt. Lay them out in a single layer on a foil lined cookie sheet (it just makes clean up easier, but isn't necessary). Put them in heated oven until they start to get crispy, about 30 minutes. That's it, easy peasy and so delicious!

#roastedgreenbeans #yumyumyum #realfood #realfoodthattastesgood #21dayfixapproved #cizefood #eatyourveggies #vegetables #cleaneating #wholefood #easyhealthydelicious #yourbeachbodycoach #wholesoulfitness #abalancedlife

Shakeology at Avenue 21 in the MGM Grand

Check out this menu from Avenue 24 in the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas. People are paying $12 for Shakeology! So, when you drink your Shakeology think about how the $4 you paid for it is a steal of a deal!

Want to get it at a discount? Comment or email me at amandacolbyfitness@gmail.com and we'll talk about all the different options!

#shakeology #shakeologylove #healthiestmealoftheday #dailydoseofdensenutrition #worth4bucks #worth12too #tryityoulllikeit

Sacrifice Is Sweet

I just love this quote. That is all. Have a good day.

#henrybeyring #treasuresacrifice #christian #iamamormon #truth #perspective