February's Health & Fitness Challenge Group

TAKING FINAL APPLICANTS TO JOIN FEBRUARY'S CHALLENGE GROUP!! IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, BE SURE TO APPLY HERE ASAP!!

Skinny Crock Pot chicken Enchilada Soup

Yummy!! Look what I've got cooking up for dinner!! "Skinny Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup". Great for busy mom's to throw in the slow cooker and forget about until dinner time!

Want the recipe?: 
{SKINNY CROCK POT CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP} 

2 tsp. olive oil 
1/2 c. onion chopped 
3 cloves garlic minced 
3 cups chicken broth (can use low-sodium, fat free) 
8 oz. can tomato sauce 
1-2 oz chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (or more to taste) 
1/4 c. chopped cilantro (plus more for garnish) 
15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained 
14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes 
2 cups corn (frozen, canned, or fresh) 
1 1/2 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. dried oregano 
2 8-oz. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thawed (16 oz. total) 
1/4 c. chopped green onions for topping 
3/4 c. shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese (optional) 
fat-free or low fat sour cream (optional) 

Directions:

Heat oil in sauce pan over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until soft, 3-4 minutes. Slowly add the chicken broth, tomato sauce, and chipotle chili in adobo sauce and bring to a boil. Add cilantro and remove from heat. Pour into crock pot. To the crock pot add drained beans, diced tomatoes, corn, cumin, oregano, and stir. Add the chicken breasts; cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours. Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Add chicken back into the soup. Add salt and more cumin to taste. Serve in bowls and top with optional add-ons: fat free sour cream, low fat cheese, cilantro, green onions, avocado, or even tortilla chips. Enjoy! 

 Found Here: http://www.idigpinterest.com/2014/01/crock-pot-chicken-enchilada-soup.html

Stop worrying and have FAITH!

**Long post alert, but worth the read in my opinion!**

SHARE if you know someone who needs to hear this right now. We don't always know why certain things happen, when they happen, but if we just have faith and make the best of it, then everything will work out! I promise! I remember when I first got pregnant with my little Pete, I thought it was the end of the world! I was still in college, cheerleading for Virginia Tech, having fun with friends... living the "dream"!! How could this happen to me? Why was I so careless? I didn't understand and thought I'd never graduate from college, thought I'd lose all my friends...but once I let go of my fears and doubts and really embraced the miracle that was about to take place in my life... I realized that this all happened for a reason. I wasn't aware of it at the time, but getting pregnant with this little angel was the most amazing, life-changing moment in my life!! I am where I am today, because of that moment. That "irresponsible" decision that I thought was going to bring my life and success to a halt, actually ended up being the complete OPPOSITE!! Thanks to my amazing family and friends, who have always stood by me and supported me. They helped babysit Pete so I could earn my Bachelor's degree from George Mason University, they've supported me on my decision to start my own beachbody business and I think some of my family and friends have even learned a little of their own through my experiences. Again, I guess the point I'm just trying to make is that instead of letting fear and doubt bring you down when you're facing a tough time in life... have faith and trust in God, trust in yourself and believe that whatever tough time you may be experiencing at that very moment, will one day be a huge life lesson! You will learn from it and you will grow from it, if you let yourself! Don't get down on yourself and let negative thoughts consume you. Kick that bad energy out and think of ways that you can turn it into something positive and life-changing! That's my rant for the day, so I hope everyone has an amazing Tuesday! (Wear plenty of layers if you're going out... because it is FRR-RRR-EEEZING out!) ~Crystal

The Bachelor Workout

It's MONDAY... You know what that means!! Juan Pablo on The Bachelor tonight on ABC at 8PM ET/ 7PM CT

My favorite night of the week! So, I decided to add a little fun to your drooling... I mean TV sesh tonight!! Get a little workout in while you enjoy your show time!! Who knows... maybe Juan doesn't even choose any of these girls, and you've still got a shot!!? Wouldn't hurt to burn a few calories, right?! Have fun and be sure to share this with all your BACHELOR LOVERS!!

New Year, New You!!

What are your New Year's Resolutions this year????

Since about 80% of people's resolutions have to do with getting healthier (which I resolve to do as well) and getting in shape and/or losing weight... I wanted to invite you all to join me and my amazing group of people on your 2014 journey towards getting healthy and fit!!  This is ALL done on your own time, from your own home and we have an online accountability group, where you check in after workouts, keep up with our healthy recipes and meal plans that are provided for you and post any challenges, concerns, or motivational quotes, great recipe finds, etc!!  Pretty much anything goes, but the bottom line is-- we are all there for each other along the way!  Since many people start strong on January first and then quickly lose motivation and momentum... this group is to keep you on track and make sure that you're not one of those people that gives up and throws in the towel after a month or so.  I will be your free coach and I will help you along the way as well!! My "job" is to help you achieve your health and fitness goals, no matter what they may be!  Maybe you need to lose the extra baby weight that you put on, or maybe you've been struggling with weight issues all your life and have just never found anything that works for you, that you can really see results from and you lose hope.  Well not this time!! I promise we will do this together and YOU WILL SUCCEED!

It's an easy formula:

Fitness + nutrition + support + rewards = Success

So on that note... this group is very popular with the New Year coming up, so I've only got 3 spots left to fill!!  If you're interested in filling one of these last few spots, then please either comment below and say "I'm interested!" and leave me your email, or you can simply email me at crystal.Laiti@yahoo.com!  The sooner you decide to commit and make this change for yourself, the sooner I can get you all set up and ready to get that body you've been dreaming of, but just haven't had the time or energy to get started!! :)

I can't wait!!  2014 is going to be a BIG YEAR for a lot of us!!!! Whose in???

The best Christmas gift for the health & fitness enthusiast on your list!

Yay! I did a little Christmas shopping for myself tonight! (It just doesn't make sense to ask for it for Xmas since I get a 25% discount, right?) Looks like I'll be doing the P90X3 for my new challenge group starting in the New Year! I always wanted to try P90X, but just don't have time! Luckily, these workouts are only 30 mins each! Now thats what I'm talking about!

If anyone's up for a challenge and wants to try it out with me and join my support/accountability group, shoot me a message, comment below or email me at crystal.laiti@yahoo.com! It's only going to be available at the discounted price through Dec 31st! And they throw in a month's worth of the Shakeology to try, along with a few other fun freebies!! Can't beat that!  Whose ready to get RIPPED for 2014!?  They say bikini bodies are made in the winter time!

Joining my team and getting your challenge pack is super easy! If you've already got your mind made and you want to order now in time to start up with us on January 2nd, here's what you need to do:

1. Visit my free coach page :)
2. Click on the right where it says 'Buy A Challenge Pack'
3. fill out your information
4. Choose your shakeology flavor
  (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, greenberry (or they have vegan options for chocolate and strawberry as well)
5. Once your order is in, I will send you a personal message, see if you're interested in joining my support/accountability group and help get you all set and ready to start losing weight/getting toned and healthier for the New Year!

~Crystal

~Crystal

Be your own SUCCESS story!

Since becoming a Beachbody Coach, I have heard more amazing success stories than I've ever heard in my life! I have been amazed at the number of men and women in my challenge groups over the past 4 months, who have literally changed their entire lives with the help and support of others, just like me (and you), finding a fitness program that works for them and by telling themselves, "ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!!!" 

Until you realize that you must make a serious change in your health and fitness routines, then most likely, you will not achieve your health and fitness goals!

But let me tell you... when you're in an online support group with 20 other people who are in the same boat as you, striving to lose weight, get healthy or tone up, it's much easier than trying to do it alone!! The motivation and support that these people share with one another is seriously heart-warming!  Whether someone makes a post about how happy they are that they finally gave Shakeology a try and have the energy to play with their kids again, or maybe it's the woman who finally dropped those last 10-15 pounds after having a baby, and finally feels confident about her body again!!

I promise you, that this company, these products and most importantly, these "coaches" (who are just regular people like you and me who want to help make a difference) are serious life-changers!!  And on that note, I want to extend a personal invite to you, to join in on my next group that will be starting right in time for you to tackle those New Year's Resolutions!!  I promise it will be worth your while and as a group, and me as your personal "coach", we will reach your goals!  I've got the tools, support, motivation... so all you need is your determination to reach your goal and the commitment to stick with us along the way!! 

Are you in??  Message me if you want me to hold your spot, because with New Year's and the release of P90X3, this group is going to fill up QUICK!!