Wednesday, December 24, 2014

FREE Insanity MAX:30 Cardio Challenge Workout Preview



Since it is Christmas Eve, my FREE gift to you is a chance to join me in a workout RIGHT NOW and try out the new Insanity MAX:30 program for yourself! See me MAX OUT at 8:55!!! See me reach my limit where I have to stop to breathe! If you try it out, let me know what you think! And don't push yourself too hard! (I'm stubborn and refuse to use the modifier, so it's tough!)

know it's Christmas Eve, but I still gotta get my workout in! I hope that with some of these posts, I can inspire some of you out there!! I don't post pictures and videos of my progress to brag, I do it to show you all that if I can do it...ANYONE can do it!! Do you know how many excuses I could think of NOT to do this?
Let's see...
I've got a metal plate & 6 screws in my hip, holding my pelvis together
I've had 3 c-sections
I've got 4 wild & crazy kids
I don't have time
I don't have a gym membership or an at home gym to workout in
I could go on and on, but ya know what...I make TIME to workout just 30 minutes a day (usually with my kids jumping in circles around me), in my fairly small living room and I have chosen to make a career from home by simply doing my very best to inspire others along my journey and help people like YOU figure out where to start and how to accomplish your own health and fitness goals!!

INTERESTED IN TRYING THE NEW INSANITY MAX:30 PROGRAM FOR YOURSELF???
JUST FILL OUT THIS FORM BELOW FOR A CHANCE TO JOIN MY BETA TEST GROUP WHERE YOU'LL GET:

*THE ENTIRE INSANITY MAX:30 FITNESS PROGRAM
*SHAKEOLOGY
*ME AS YOUR FREE ONLINE COACH
*FREE BEACHBODY MEMBERSHIP
*FREE ONLINE SUPPORT AND ACCOUNTABILITY GROUP
*A CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES OR BE FEATURED ON THE INSANITY MAX:30 INFORMERCIAL

DON'T WAIT... SPOTS FILL QUICKLY! I'LL CONTACT YOU ASAP ONCE I RECEIVE YOUR APPLICATION FOR MORE DETAILS.

Friday, December 19, 2014

Healthy Breakfast Cookie Recipe: Peanut Butter and Banana Cookies!


CONFESSION:
I totally ate cookies for breakfast!! BUT, the GOOD NEWS is: They were HEALTHY cookies (much healthier than your usual cookie anyway)  I found this awesome recipe for a yummy peanut butter and banana breakfast cookie!  (theirs includes a couple extra ingredients that I left out, but they are still pretty darn good!! Especially with my hot cup of morning coffee!)

With wholesome ingredients like oats, whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, banana and peanut butter, you can even start the day with one of these delicious cookies! But they taste so delicious you can still serve them for dessert. Get creative with mix ins, they would be great with different chocolate chips, nuts or even dried fruit mixed in.


PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA BREAKFAST COOKIES:
INGREDIENTS:
  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 cup oats
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup of butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (I used vanilla flavor)
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (or No-Nut butter if you have nut allergies)
  • 1 large ripe banana
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet or dark can also be used)

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a food processor (or mixer) combine softened butter, Greek yogurt, peanut butter and banana and puree or mix until well combined. Add in vanilla and eggs and mix well.
In a separate bowl combine flour, oats, salt, baking soda, baking powder, sugar and brown sugar. Mix until well combined.
In a large bowl, combine wet and dry ingredients as well as your chocolate chips and stir until just combined.
Scoop or spoon cookie dough, approximately two tablespoons per cookie, onto cookie sheets lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned on.
Store in an airtight container. I prefer to keep a few on hand in the refrigerator and store the rest in zipper style freezer bags in the freezer. You can pull them out the night before to thaw, or just pop them into the microwave for a few seconds to defrost. Enjoy


Read more at http://www.lovefromtheoven.com/2013/06/21/peanut-butter-banana-white-chocolate-breakfast-cookies/#6hLwJtGbxtS9jbPA.99

Thursday, December 18, 2014

New Year, New You! Get Motivated to Lose Weight, Get Toned and Start a Healthy Lifestyle for 2015 with Me As Your FREE Coach!



Hello and Happy Holidays!!

As 2014 comes to an end and 2015 begins, I know many of us want to get started on the right foot and start making healthier choices, lose the holiday weight and get into a regular routine of working out and getting active, even if it’s only taking small steps in the right direction.

Well, I wanted to extend an invitation to you to make that step in the right direction right in time for the New Year! I want to be your FREE health and fitness coach! Whether you’ve already got a Beachbody fitness program at home, or need help with finding the right type of exercises that will help with the particular areas that you want to work on, I’m here to help!  I want to share my best tips for losing weight, toning up, and eating healthy on a budget with you!  I want to be there to support, encourage, motivate and teach you how to live a healthier lifestyle.  Will you let me do that?

If you are interested in a completely FREE over-the-phone or online chat with me to discuss your personal health and fitness goals for 2015, so that I can help you set up a plan of action that WILL WORK, then all you need to do is take 1 minute of your time to answer just a couple of questions for me and I will be in touch to get you started!

I currently have 15 available spots available for the most popular Online Support & Accountability Challenge Group of the year and the first of 2015.  These spots will fill VERY QUICKLY, since many of us have New Year’s Resolutions to get healthy, lose weight and get in shape! They will be based on a first-come, first-serve basis and you must submit your form (below) by December 23rd.  If the spots are all filled by then, you will be put on a waiting list for February’s group.

I’m so excited to get 2015 STARTED STRONG!!

FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO ANSWER A FEW QUESTIONS BEFORE WE CAN DISCUSS YOUR HEALTH AND FITNESS GOALS FOR 2015 ON A FREE CALL OR CHAT! J

Your Coach,



If you are not currently working with a Beachbody Coach, and want me to be your FREE personal health and fitness coach, sign up HERE!


Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Do You Have What It Takes To Be A #GIRLBOSS? Apply to Join Me For a Sneak Peak into Beachbody Coaching


I'm opening up a private informational group for any ladies who want to know more about what I do as a *Beachbody Coach*.  This is an incredible chance to get any of your questions answered, see what kind of money you can make doing this, WHAT exactly it is that we do as coaches and so much great information!!

If you'd like to be added to this private #GIRLBOSS Sneak Peak into Coaching group on Facebook, just be sure to fill out the application below by 12PM on Sunday December 14th.  Be sure that we are friends on Facebook (you can add me here) and you'll be set and ready to go on Monday, December 15th! It's totally FREE and will be packed with some awesome information and a chance to win a nice prize at the end of it.

Insanity MAX:30 Tabata Power

Week 1: Day 2 of Insanity MAX:30

I made it a little further into today's Tabata Power workout with the new Insanity MAX:30 program! I'm telling you...if you're trying to get in better shape and you're the type of person that loves a challenge, then these workouts are FOR YOU!!
Just fill out the application below if you want me to send you details on how you can reserve a spot in my test group and be one of the first people to complete this program from home!! Just don't wait too long because I want everyone to have what they need and be ready to go by the end of the month and be ready to reach some BIG GOALS for 2015!

Monday, December 8, 2014

Insanity MAX:30 Day 1 INSANITY is right! Even Shaun T MAX'ed OUT!

I wanted a challenge...and believe me...I GOT it today!! My first day doing the new Insanity MAX:30 cardio workout and 7:55 into the 30 minute workout, I MAX'ed out!! Meaning, I pushed myself as hard as I could (I refused to follow the modifier because I'm stubborn like that) and at almost 8 minutes in, I had to stop to breath for a minute before I could push myself to get back into it!!



I love the concept behind this program because it forces you to DIG DEEP and PUSH not only your body, but your internal strength as well! How bad do you want that extra second or that extra minute? It's a mind over matter challenge just as much as a physical one for me! Because in all honesty, how many times to we give up on something a bit prematurely? And I'm not just talking about with fitness! Think about all the situations where we could have probably stuck it out just a little bit longer and finished stronger?! 


This could apply to:

*your job
*a relationship
*a goal that you're trying to reach
*school/grades
...LIFE in General!


So I guess the motivational point if this post is to NEVER give up!! If you really want something, whether it be to fix a marriage, or get a promotion at work...just DON'T give up when you know that you could push and try even just a tiny bit harder! Because it's that little bit extra that you put in after you THINK you've reached your maximum threshold, that will make all the difference in the world! 

PS- Back to the workout aspect of things--I don't think I'm going to be able to walk tomorrow! My calves are super sore already! But I LOVE it! ‪#‎max30‬‪#‎insanitymax30‬


APPLY BELOW FOR MY INSANITY MAX:30 BETA TEST GROUP STARTING AFTER CHRISTMAS AND I'LL BE IN TOUCH WITH MORE DETAILS WITHIN 1-3 DAYS:

Sunday, December 7, 2014

How to get Insanity MAX:30 Before Everyone Else -- Join My Exclusive Test Group


Look what came in the mail today!!! (I didn't realize the mailmen were even delivering on Sundays...but I can't complain now!) I am so excited to start up the new Insanity Max:30 workouts tomorrow and get a head start on the beta test group that I'm going to be running after Christmas!!



I started my whole fitness journey with Shaun T's Focus T25 workouts after having my 3rd child and was instantly addicted!! I've never done insanity because honestly, the workouts just seemed a little longer and with 4 little ones, 30 minutes a day is really all I can commit to and stick with from start to finish, so this will be perfect!
For those who don't know anything about these workouts, it's set up to PUSH YOU to your limits and when you have to stop and take a break, you record your MAX'ed out time!! This way you can compare your times and actually see yourself improve and get stronger as you go!

I'm still accepting people who want to do this with me and be one of the first ever to complete this program! You can only purchase through a Beachbody Coach like myself at this time and Beachbody will be looking for the best transformation stories to feature on their infomercials and be giving away big cash prizes! Everyone who completes the program also gets a free Insanity Max:30 t-shirt and you'll have a chance to win prizes throughout your program in my private accountability group as well!! 

Don't wait until after the holidays to decide to reserve a spot in my test group, though! Chances are, it's going to fill up before Christmas!! It's the perfect gift for yourself this year! Or for that friend or family member that loves a challenge and/or wants to get in better shape!

Apply below to reserve your spot ASAP, or if you're interested in more info email me at Crystal.Laiti@yahoo.com and ask to be added to my Insanity Max:30 informational event page on facebook. 







Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Learning Shapes Activity for Preschoolers! Fun with Penguins!



I was searching for some fun, learning activities for my toddler and preschooler to do at home and ran across this super-cute penguin SHAPES activity!  It was fun and the kids got to practice their cutting skills, recognize different shapes, colors and counting!  We also got to talk about where penguins live and what kind of temperatures they need!

SUPPLIES NEEDED:
* scissors
* construction paper
* googly eyes (or you can just use black paper and cut circles)
* glue

SKILLS PRACTICED:
* cutting with scissors (motor skills)
* shape recognition* color recognition
* counting
* learning about Penguins and cold climates



Here are some of my other fun DIY/Kid's craft and activities:

(tutorial included for Windows Movie Maker Program)

Please feel free to share any of your own great ideas in the comments below!! :)

Sunday, November 30, 2014

What is PiYo? And how can I get it for cheap?



What is PiYo®?

PiYo is a low-impact, high-intensity body-transformation program. It uses the most effective Pilates- and yoga-inspired moves set to a fast pace to help you burn fat while you sculpt long, lean muscles.
You’ll carve every inch of your body without jumps, without weights, and without straining your joints. And rest assured, there’s no complex choreography to learn. Chalene Johnson takes you step-by-step through the moves where you’ll use your body weight to lose weight and get intensely defined! You get your strength, your cardio, and your flexibility training all in one program.

What is Shakeology?

Why is PiYo effective?

PiYo delivers the muscle-sculpting, core-focused benefits of Pilates along
with the flexibility and power of yoga. PiYo’s low-impact compound exercises
engage multiple muscle groups at the same time—while keeping your body
in constant motion. As you progress from one fluid movement to the next
without rest, you’ll maintain an optimal heart rate to incinerate calories
throughout the whole workout!

The result? You get a low-impact, high-intensity, total-body workout, giving
you a physique that’s long, lean, and powerfully defined.



Fill out the application below to get more details about my FREE online support and accountability groups where you can not only stay motivated and see results, but can also win fun prizes, have "workout buddies" and me as your FREE online coach! I look forward to getting in touch! :) 

Monday, November 24, 2014

Need Support And Accountability to Lose Weight the Healthy Way?


Okay, so as uncomfortable as it is to share before and after photos, I've realized that sometimes it's when we step outside of our own comfort zone that we are able to make the biggest impact on other people's lives. So if sharing my post-pregnancy fitness journey and my results thus far can have an impact on just 1 other person out there and give them the confidence to reach out to me for my help in reaching their own goals, then I've achieved something huge in my eyes!

After my pregnancy, I felt great, but obviously with getting a c-section it definitely took a toll on my tummy! In my before picture, my muscles were still sore, I still felt bloated and my goal was to SEE MY ABS again by the end of my 10 week Focus T25 program! And sure enough, just by making healthy decisions and working out 25 minutes a day, 5 days a week, I was able to reach my goal! And to be honest, I probably couldn't have done it without the support and accountability of my fellow challengers in my private online group!! With 4 kids, I've found that it's VERY EASY to come up with excuses not to workout, but the reality is... ANYONE can find 30 minutes out of a 24 hour day to workout... it's just whether you make that a priority or not.

So this is where I'm inviting YOU to join me as I start my next fitness program starting on December 1st!! This group will be for those of you who don't want to gain the holiday weight this year and need a head start on learning a healthy lifestyle for 2015! The people in these groups have been sharing some amazing transformations, because these challenges WORK!!

I became a Beachbody Coach, not because of the money, or the free swag, or the fun trips (although those are obviously all awesome perks), but I decided to do this because when I tried the workouts and started drinking Shakeology everyday, it totally WORKED for me!! With 3 kids, I didn't have the energy to keep up with them and I wasn't making time to take care of myself because I was so busy taking care of everyone else! So when I say that these products have been life-changing for me, I'm not exaggerating! They have LITERALLY changed the way I feel, both physically and emotionally, and have taught me how to live a much healthier, happier, fulfilling life while also helping others along the way!!

Please fill out the application below if you'd like more information about my upcoming group!! I would love to help you reach your goals, whatever they may be!! Just BELIEVE in yourself and STOP finding reasons to putt off your HEALTH and FITNESS!! You've got this and I'm here to HELP! 

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

How to get a FREE sample of Shakeology!

Been wanting to see what all the HYPE about Shakeology is, but just don't want to spend the money on a full month's worth until you know you'll love it as much as everyone says?

Well, I've got a special deal for you, since I've got a bunch of extra samples laying around and I know the hardest part of the year is sneaking up on us! For those of you who don't want to gain those extra holiday pounds and want to start learning healthy habits and find a way to replace some of those unhealthy cravings with something just as satisfying, yet SUPER healthy for you, this could be the answer!

Fill out the form below and I will contact you with the details!

Sunday, November 2, 2014

Super Healthy Lunch and Snack Idea that will also Satisfy that Sweet Tooth: Banana Split Shakeology Recipe





Want to know how you can have a Banana Split Shake for LUNCH and actually be boosting your body full of antioxidants, pre and probiotics, and fueling up with something super-healthy that can not only help you boost your metabolism and lose weight, but can also satisfy those sweet cravings? 



Well, I'm just going to cut to the chase here and give you the amazing recipe that I use.  It's awesome, because I throw in a scoop of my Shakeology and it's no longer just a shake, but it counts as one of my 5-6 small meals a day from my 21 Day Fix diet plan (which isn't a diet at all, by the way! It's more like, eating all day long, but it shows you exactly what foods are clean and acceptable and gives you cute little portion control containers to use multiple times throughout the day, so you know you're getting exactly the right proportions.

So, here's my secret banana split shake recipe that will give you more nutrients than a daily multivitamin would:

BANANA SPLIT SHAKEOLOGY RECIPE:

* 1 scoop of chocolate Shakeology
* 1/2 frozen banana
* 2-3 strawberries
* 1/4 cup of pineapple (or 2 rings)
* 1 cup water (regular or coconut water if you prefer
* ice to taste!

*For my 21 Day Fixers, this equals 1 red & 1 purple! And I sometimes throw in a little nonfat vanilla greek yogurt to give it that thick, creamy milkshake feel, and it will count as another red container.
Nutritional Information:

Calories 257
Protein: 18 g
Carbs: 46 g
Fat: 1 g
Saturated Fat: < 1 g
Calories from Fat: 10
VS. a Dairy Queen Banana Split: 





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To apply for a spot in my next online support and accountability group, please fill out the form below and I will contact you with more details!

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Over Ric

PREP TIME:  
COOK TIME:  
TOTAL TIME:  
SERVES: 4-6


Delicious and creamy chicken and broccoli that you can easily throw into the crockpot that the entire family will love!  
INGREDIENTS:
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 14oz can cream of chicken soup
  • 14 oz can cheddar soup
  • 14 oz can chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 Cup sour cream
  • 1 12 oz frozen bag broccoli florets or 4 cups fresh broccoli lightly steamed
  • 1 Cup shredded cheddar cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Spray crockpot with cooking spray and put cream of chicken soup, cheddar soup, chicken broth, salt, cajun seasoning, and garlic salt into the crockpot. Stir the soups and seasonings together until smooth. Place the chicken in the bottom of the crockpot.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high 3 hours. The last 30 minutes of cooking, shred the chicken with two forks and add the broccoli, sour cream, and cheese. Cook for about 30 more minutes until the broccoli is tender and heated through.
  3. Serve over white rice and garnish with more shredded cheese if desired.

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Healthy Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe -- 21 Day Fix Approved


You know why I love the 21 Day Fix so much?? Because it's not a DIET! You EAT all day long!! It's just all about eating the right foods and the right portions! The little containers are so helpful (and not to mention adorable!)  And I don't have to stress about whether or not I'm getting in enough greens, fruits, proteins, or fats everyday because it's literally laid out for you according to your BMI.

It does take some prepping and getting used to if you aren't used to doing that kind of thing, but it's such a fun and easy thing to learn and I love to help my newbies get the hang of it!  After a while, it becomes second nature (or your new lifestyle, which is how I like to put it).

This is just ONE example of one of my favorite meals! I love experimenting and coming up with new food creations and using my containers to fit certain types of foods into meals that I would have never been creative enough to think of before trying this program!  The awesome part is, the program also comes with 7 different 30 minute workouts (including cardio, pilates, yoga, upper/lower fix, etc), an online support and accountability group, a month's worth of Shakeology and me as your FREE online coach to help guide you to reach your weight loss, health and fitness goals... no matter how big or small they may be.

I'm currently looking for people who are interested in reserving one of the spots in my online accountability group for this program, so if you'd be open to learning a little more about how they work, please just simply fill out the application below and I will contact you with the details and help you come up with a plan of action to reach your goals! :)

Crystal


Sunday, October 26, 2014

Need Support, Motivation and Accountability to Lose Weight & Get Healthy!? Let Me Be Your Free Online Coach!


As a busy mom and wife, the STRUGGLE is REAL!!! I know that you are being pulled in a million different directions and the last thing that you want to worry about is what you are eating and when you are fitting in your workout.
You aren't getting enough sleep, the kids are misbehaving and they won't eat anything that resembles a vegetable. Believe me... I know what it feels like to constantly wish you could fit in those pre-baby jeans, wish you had the energy to chase after your little ones all day and be able to cook healthy meals for yourself and your family that the kids will actually eat and enjoy!
You also don't want to invest in a fitness program or even Shakeology because you are afraid you won't like it, you won't actually start or finish it and you don't want to WASTE money that can be used for the family. I get it, I know how you feel. I mean I drug my FEET FOREVER about Shakeology! I had honestly never done a meal replacement shake before so I didn't know what to expect. I finally decided, what the heck, I can give it 30 days and see what happens.
It's been one of the best decisions of my life and I can't begin to explain how much it's truly helped me! I feel so much better, have way more energy, have clearer skin, and most importantly am setting the example for my children so that they can learn to live healthy, happy lives.
I'm SO PROUD of my current challengers who are losing weight, fitting into their pre-baby jeans, learning to prepare and cook healthy meals, stick to a simple workout routine and stay accountable in our private support group full of other women with similar goals and struggles! The reason this really works is because you're NOT going into this ALONE!! You have me as your free COACH to guide you, help you, motivate you and reward you for your hard work and you have a group full of others who are committing to do the same!
I would love to help you! If you're interested in reserving a spot in my upcoming group, want more information and/or want to discuss a plan of action for your personal goals, please apply! These groups tend to fill up quickly, so don't put it off. Do if for YOURSELF! (Here is my detailed description of what you will receive as a challenger in one of my groups!)
Apply Below:

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Don't Feel Like Working Out? Can't Find Time? Need Accountability? My Advice 3 Months Post Partum:

Poll time:
What is your #1 reason that you don't workout regularly or can't seem to stick to a workout program, gym routine or whatever you have tried to do for regular exercise?
A. I don't have time
B. no accountability (I need someone who will make me feel like I have to do it and stick with it everyday)
C. I don't know what kind of exercises to do or how much of it to do in order to really see any results
D. Other (give your reason below)



I know what I always struggled with most, in the past was B (accountability!!!). I grew up doing gymnastics and cheerleading and had pretty strict coaches who were ALWAYS pushing me, testing me, checking up in my progress (or lack of it at times) and once I had kids and was on my own, I found it hard to motivate myself to workout regularly, because there was absolutely no one that I had to check in with or be held accountable to... No one would even know if I got my workout in or skipped it each day, except for myself...

That is why I LOVE having my challengers join me on this journey of mine!! They hold me just as accountable as I hold them! Today was one of those days where I didn't get a lot of sleep last night, it was rainy (for like the 5th day in a row!) and I knew all day I just wasn't going to be able to find the motivation to push play and workout!

But then I began to see all of my challengers posting their sweaty workout pics or just saying how great they felt that they got their workout in for the day and I could t be the one to have to post and tell them that I just couldn't fit my workout in today!

So at 7pm, I put in my T25 DVD, gave it my all and was so proud if myself afterwards! I told my group that I almost skipped today, but I didn't want to let them down!!

Okay, so that's my rant for the night!! I'm all pumped up now and feeling accomplished! It's the little things...

And if you find that you also struggle with accountability and want to learn more about my private online challenge groups and free coaching, click here and check it out!