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Seriously… this is the best shake EVER! It is so refreshing!!!

Enjoy! xo Jen

2 scoops of Isagenix Mocha Isalean protein

1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk

1/2 cup crushed ice

1 tablespoon of almond butter

Blend and savor!

These don’t last long in our house! They are BOMB!

Enjoy xo Jen

5 Minute Protein Energy Bites!

Ingredients
1/2 cup organic almond butter
1/4 cup light agave nectar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup protein powder of choice (I used isagenix dairy free isalean vanilla)
1/3 cup flaxseed meal
1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

Simple and easy: Mix all ingredients well and form into 12 protein bites! store in refrigerator in airtight container!

This is my newest OBSESSION!

Enjoy! xo Jen

Avocado Egg Toast

2 eggs (prepared to your liking)
2 slices of bread (I use ezekiel bread and toast it)
1 small avocado (I use 1/2)
1 teaspoon lime juice
sea salt + black pepper
parsley (optional

Prepare toast and fried eggs to personal preference.

Peel and mash avocado with the lime juice, salt and pepper.

Spread avocado evenly on each slice of toast then top each with a fried eggs and additional seasonings you prefer.

Eat up!

Banana & Avocado Smoothie Recipe

Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 small avocado

• 2 medium bananas, frozen

• 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt

• ½ cup orange juice

• Substitute greek yogurt for some undenatured whey protein (we like Isagenix Isalean)

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. Add mixture to cup and enjoy!

PARMESAN ZUCCHINI

prep 5 mins

cook 20 mins

3 -4 servings

INGREDIENTS

• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ⅛” rounds
• Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper
• 3/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan Cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a metal baking sheet with parchment paper or foil (if using foil, spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray). Set aside.
2. Slice zucchini into thin (about ⅛-¼”) slices.
3. Lay out on a paper towel to dry for 20. Place another paper towel on top of the zucchini slices and press lightly. This will help remove some moisture which will help the zucchini crisp up a little more.
4. Arrange zucchini in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. It’s ok if they are touching as they will shrink during baking. Place about a teaspoon of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top of each slice.
5. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown on top.
6. Cool for a few minutes before transferring to a plate.

OMG… these are a MUST TRY!!!

Enjoy xo Jen

Chili garlic chicken skewers with yogurt sauce

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoon organic honey
3 tablespoons chili garlic paste
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil
lime wedges for serving

yogurt sauce
1 cup plain greek yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons snipped chives
1 tablespoon honey
1 lime, juiced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

directions:
Add the chicken pieces to a baking dish or large resealable plastic bag. In a bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, garlic paste, salt and pepper until combined. Pour it over the chicken and mix until all of the chicken is covered. Place in the fridge and marinate for at least 2 hours or even overnight.

Soak a few bamboo skewers in water. Skewer 4 to 5 chicken pieces on each skewer. Heat a large skillet (or your grill!) over medium-high heat and add the olive oil (not if using the grill). Add the chicken skewers and cook on each side for 4 to 5 minutes, until cooked through. Serve immediately with the yogurt sauce and extra lime wedges.

yogurt sauce
Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until creamy and combined.

You don’t know squat… Yet!

Enjoy! Coach Derrick

The squat is a great way to improve athletic performance and total-body strength. Because of its ability to incorporate the body’s largest muscle groups it can also be as good for fat burning as it is for muscle building. Here are two ways to improve your squat performance.

• Drop it like it’s hot: Recent studies have shown that a full range of motion (ROM) squat can increase strength by 25.7% over a 12 week period compared to only 16% for those using partial squats over the same 12 week time period. A full ROM squat is defined as a squat in which your thighs go just beyond parallel. The key take away here is to never sacrifice depth for weight. You are much better off doing 12 full reps with 10lbs less than using that heavier weight and only performing half reps. An added benefit is your back will thank you as your glutes get stronger and take pressure off the lower back.

• Train one leg at a time: Every BODY is created differently and we all have imbalances. I’m sure many of you can relate to being stronger in an exercise on one side of your body than the other. Step-ups, Lunges, and pistol squats are a great way to correct any imbalances in the posterior chain. Be sure to not over compensate on one side however any asymmetrical exercise performed should be performed with the same weight for the same number of reps on each side. Never train one side heavier or with more reps then the other.

So this week I heard one of our amazing coaches, no names mentioned…eh hem DERRICK… talking about eating oatmeal raisin cookies pre workout…I had to come up with an alternative. So here ya go buddy! lol

Enjoy! xo Jen

3 INGREDIENT COOKIES!

They take literally 5 minutes to make, use only 3 ingredients (ok so plus extras IF wanted), and take just 15-20 minutes to bake.. they are the ideal pre workout go to!

Ingredients

60-90g (~1 cup) oats* – more if your bananas are large!
2 ripe bananas**
1 scoop (~25-30g) protein powder***
Optional: 2 tsp peanut butter & 70g (~1/2 cup) dark chocolate chips or dried fruit & seeds

***I used My Isagenix Isapro Vanilla Whey Protein

Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 350

Step 2

Mash your bananas with a fork

Step 3

Add your protein powder and mix

Step 4

Mix in your oats (and any optional ingredients)

Step 5

Dollop your cookie mixture onto baking paper or a greased baking tray

Step 6

Bake for 15-20 minutes

Ever notice it takes much effort to get going and moving? On the flip side when it comes to sitting and getting comfortable there is little to no effort needed… Our mind likes comfort. It likes keeping our bodies under the warm cozy covers on a chilly morning and will put off and resist strain.

Self talking in this situation goes a long way. Tell yourself, “I am ready to do this! Get Up! Let’s Go!”
When your body and mind are in sync, tackling a task seems effortless. In your workout, Will and Intension is POWERFUL! You not only experience gains in strength more rapidly, but, the feeling of accomplishment is PRICELESS!

No get ready, We have work to DO!!

xo Coach Harriet

These are an easy and delicious summer grill favorite!

Enjoy xo Jen

Beef, okra and potato kabobs

8 fingerling potatoes, each cut in half lengthwise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 1/2 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup (1-inch-square) cut red bell pepper
16 small okra pods
8 shallots, peeled and halved
1 pound boneless sirloin steak, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 2 cups)
Cooking spray
Place potatoes in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until tender; drain. Cool.

Combine parsley and the next 6 ingredients (through black pepper) in a large bowl, stirring well; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add potatoes, bell pepper, okra, shallots, beef, and squash; toss well to coat. Cover and chill 1 hour.

Prepare grill.

Thread vegetables and beef alternately onto each of 8 (10-inch) skewers. Sprinkle kebabs evenly with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place kebabs on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 10 minutes or until desired degree of doneness, turning occasionally.