Workout Wednesday

We haven't talked about our workouts in a while, so today we wanted to share some of our favorite workouts we have done lately. Jared has certain exercises that he has to do for golf on the road and at home, but once in a while, he will shake things up and do these with me! It's fun to workout together! 

These workouts focus on using light weight or bodyweight and higher reps!

 

Repeat this 4 times through if you can! If not, just do what you can do! Cool down with abs and lots of stretching! 

 

This is a superset. Do the first two exercises (shoulders and squats) with cardio in between 4 times. Then, do the 2nd two (lat pull downs and step ups) with cardio in between 4 times. Lastly, do the final two exercises (bicep curl to press & close press pushups) with cardio in between. Cool down with abs and lots of stretching! 

 

This is another superset workout! Try to make it through each superset 4 times!

This was the workout I created for our LionHeart Fitness Small Group. Check out their Instagram page for even more fun workouts! 

We ALWAYS make sure to take in at least 20g of protein directly after our workout! It is ESSENTIAL to building your muscles! Please make sure you do as well!

Hope you enjoyed some of these workouts and let us know if you tried them out! 

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Gluten Free PB&J Protein Muffins

GLUTEN FREE PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY PROTEIN MUFFINS

Ingredients:
One cup Purely Inspired Berry protein

1 cup peanut flour

One ripe banana

One cup egg whites

4th cup date Chia and coconut mix

Directions:

Throw everything into a food processor and mix for about 2 minutes. 

May need to put nonstick spray on your spoon to transfer batter into muffin tins. 

Bake at 400*F for about 13 minutes.

 

Purely Inspired is providing us with protein in exchange for recipes each month. We are not compensated for these posts, just sent product. Hope you enjoy these muffins! 

New Foods To Try!

We are very fortunate to have the opportunity to try lots of new foods to review for the blog! 

We were not compensated for any of the following reviews, just sent product. All opinions are our own.

1. Eat Me Guilt Free Desserts

 

Jared absolutely LOVED these! They were very tasty and they had so much protein to fuel his active lifestyle! He enjoyed them as a snack at the golf course and after his workouts! 

2. Crazy Richards PB Burst 

 

If you've been reading for a while, you know we LOVE LOVE LOVE Peanut Butter! This definitely did NOT disappoint! It was so convenient to take to work and pump up the protein in our oatmeal! We even took it with us and ate it straight up at the golf course! :) It's so yummy!! 

3. Coconut Almond SMART Detour Bar

Detour Bar has done it again! This new flavor is great! We enjoyed it as an after dinner sweet treat and also as a snack in between meals. It is the perfect combo of sweet from the coconut and filling from the almonds & protein!  

4. Cracked Nut Butter

 

This stuff was insanely rich and dessert like! We couldn't believe that there was nothing bad in them! They are made with natural ingredients! We used the Cinnamon Roll flavor on baked oatmeal and it was seriously like eating a Cinnamon Roll!!! We also put them in our yogurt messes and it was like eating dessert for breakfast! 

  

Please click the names of each product to check out their website! 

You can also find them on their social media links as well:

Instagram 

Eat Me Guilt Free

PB Burst  

Detour Bar

Cracked Nut Butter

 Twitter

Eat Me Guilt Free

PB Burst 

Detour Bar

Cracked Nut Butter

Facebook

Eat Me Guilt Free

PB Burst 

Detour Bar

Cracked Nut Butter

How Sub30 Has Given Me A Newfound Strength

As I've shared before, last year on the Web.com was a difficult year for us. We were newly married and spent 3/4 of our time APART. God has worked in both of us and we are constantly growing, but there is NO DOUBT in our minds that Florida is EXACTLY where God wants us.

Words cannot begin to describe how grateful we are for Celebration Church and the young adult focus, Sub30. It has given me a newfound strength through serving and building quality relationships with friends. 

Last year, all I did was whine and complain about how I was always alone while Jared was off traveling to some new place each week, being with friends, and having some really cool experiences off the golf course. This year, I am PRAISING GOD for all the many blessings He has given me, even when Jared is away. 

When we moved here, we were OVERWHELMED with how much people truly welcomed us and helped us feel like we were at home. They reached out to us and invited us to things so we made lots of friends! THIS IS TRULY OUR HOME AND WE LOVE IT HERE! 

I thrive on being around people and spending quality time with friends and loved ones. It's my top love language after all! So, instead of moping around and crying that Jared is gone all the time, I decided to lean on God, like I'm supposed to, and things have just turned around 180 degrees!



Our church recently had SERVE DAY where we went all over our town and helped out in many different ways. I was part of a group that went to the college and passed out goodie bags with college essentials to the students, provided popsicles and water, played games with them, and invited them to church! It was AWESOME to be part of such a great SERVE DAY. I've realized that SERVING brings so much joy to my life and it is what I am called to do. I'm so thankful that God has shown me how significant it is and I just want to keep doing more and more. 

Two nights each week, I have small group. Wednesday night is the married couples group that I go to (and Jared when he's home), and on Thursday nights, I host a girls group at our apartment. On Saturday mornings, I participate in a fitness small group. 

Throughout the week, I am reminded of HOW MUCH GOD LOVES ME and that HE is the ONLY one who can provide everything I need. He has shown me that there are LOTS of people who care about me and want to build a connection with me. He has shown me that I can rely on these people to  lift me up and encourage me when I'm down. 

Do I miss my husband like crazy? YES! But, do I know that God ALWAYS provides and that He is OVERFLOWING MY LOVE TANK with quality time and genuine relationships with friends while Jared cannot physically be with me? YES!

Dear God, 

Thank you for moving us to Florida and connecting us with Celebration Church and Sub30. I know that even though being apart from my husband is NEVER easy, that YOU WILL NEVER LEAVE ME and you have given me such a wonderful church family and friendships that will last a lifetime. Thank you for taking care of us always! Love you so much! 

Amen.  

VSL#3 - Help for IBS

Did you know...

 Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a serious GI issue that affects the large intestine (colon) and commonly causes cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. There is no cure or known cause for IBS. 

IBS symptoms first appear before the age of 35 for about half of IBS sufferers and are often diagnosed between the ages of 30-50. 

More women than men are diagnosed with IBS, but many never seek medical help for it. 

Jared and I are very fortunate that we DO NOT have IBS. We could easily take things in our life for granted  because we don't have to deal with IBS. For example, Jared probably wouldn't be playing golf for a living, because of needing to be by a restroom at ALL times. I couldn't truly enjoy my job as a nanny and do fun things with my little buddy, like go to the park, or go for a bike ride if I was worried about not having a bathroom nearby.

  

But, there is hope for those who suffer with IBS. VSL#3 is a high-potency probiotic medical food that is clinically proven in the dietary management of IBS, ulcerative colitis, and ileal pouch. 

VSL#3 is at least 10 times more potent than the average probiotic. It must be refrigerated to maintain potency, are gluten free, Kosher, and Halal certified. 

VSL#3 is not a supplement, but a medical food, so it must be used under medical supervision. 

Learn more about how VSL#3 works, discover the difference and watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pa7wfbqrkHU

VSL#3 is available online at www.vsl3.com or you may visit the pharmacy locator to find your nearest location: http://www.vsl3.com/pharmacy-locator/united-states/

USE THE COUPON CODE "Doctor" online at VSL3.com to receive $5 off your next purchase! 

Visit VSL#3 Facebook page and enter the  "Discover the Difference with VSL#3 Giveaway" where one grand prize winner will receive a $500 Amex Gift Card and two runners up will win a 2-month supply of the VSL#3 product of their choice (over $300 product value): http://bit.ly/1MiTA5q 

Visit their website:

www.vsl3.com

Facebook:

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Youtube:

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***"This is a product-provided, sponsored conversation that contains affiliate links. All opinions, text, and experiences are my own. VSL#3 is a medical food and must be used under medical condition"*** 

VSL#3® is a high potency probiotic medical food that's clinically proven in the dietary management of IBS, ulcerative colitis, and ileal pouch. To learn more visit www.vsl3.com and LIKE the brand on Facebook. This is a product-provided, sponsored conversation that contains affiliate links. All opinions, text and experiences are my own. VSL#3 is a medical food and must be used under medical supervision.

Friday Faves

It's been a while since we've done Friday Faves, so here goes:

 

Wow! How awesome is our God?!?!? He loves us soooooooo much and it's UNCONDITIONAL! So thankful!  

FitSnack boxes are still such a highlight to our month! We love coming home and finding awesome HEALTHY goodies at our door! Our Favorites from June were the IPS Protein Chips and of course, who doesn't love COOKIES?!?! 

Don't forget, you can get a free gym bag when you sign up by clicking this link!

 

Fourth of July nails :) 

Spending Quality Time together is ALWAYS a favorite of ours! 

 

Love Grown Foods was so kind and sent our small group goodies so we could enjoy a "breakfast for dinner" last night with our Bible Study! It was very yummy and fun and all the girls loved it! 

 Finding new flavors of popcorn! Maple Bacon was a unique find in Canada and it was tasty! 

What are YOUR Friday Faves? Let us know in the comments! 

Lots of Love for Luvo!

Luvo Inc was very gracious to send us some meals to review on the blog!  

We were not compensated for this post, just sent product. All opinions are our own.   

First, here's some info from their website: 

Where your food comes from makes a big difference—not just to your body, but to the world as well. So we’re making every effort to support farmers and suppliers with people-, animal- and planet-friendly practices. We use antibiotic-free meat and poultry, and non-GMO ingredients whenever possible. Of course it’s a work in progress, but we’re constantly working to bring you the highest quality, most delicious, nutrient-dense food at the best price. Learn more about our practices in our FAQ. 

We’re generally positive people.

But there are a few things we just won’t compromise on. In every meal we create, you can count on there being:

• No high-fructose corn syrup
• No artificial preservatives
• No artificial flavors or colorings
• No hydrogenated fats

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Now, let's get to the FOOD!

 Breakfasts were phenomenal! They were protein packed and made our mornings quick and oh, so tasty!!! 

 

The lunch/dinner meals were awesome! We loved the burritos for lunch and the entrees for easy dinners when we had small group at nights during the week! 

We were incredibly impressed at how the actual dinners look when you put them on your plate compared to the pictures on the boxes. 

All you have to do is heat them in the microwave for 5 minutes! HOW EASY IS THAT?!?!? 

Every single meal was packed full of flavor and protein! We were very pleased and satisfied with each meal. We look forward to finding them at our local Publix and Fresh Market so we can try the other meals as well! They have FLATBREAD too! MMMM!!! 

Please visit LuvoInc's website

Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

Fun with Naked PB

We had a lot of fun trying out Naked Peanut Butter. Hold on, it's not what you're probably thinking... We're talking about Naked PB powdered peanut butter!

Had to take a funny pic with it though ;)

 First, here's some info about Naked PB:

Naked PB is a vegan powder made exclusively from peanuts grown on US farms. Naked PB’s slow-roasted peanuts are mechanically pressed to remove oil and fat to create a powder that is over 40% protein.  Naked Nutrition is committed to shortening the steps between our farms and you.

Don’t let labels and big agribusiness fool you; additives are for their bottom line, not your health.

The Naked Difference:

•  Only One Ingredient: Roasted Peanuts
•  Exclusively From US Farms
•  No Added Sugar or Salt
•  No Artificial Sweeteners, Flavors, or Colors
•  6 Grams of Protein and 0.9 Grams of BCAA’s Per Serving*
•  Soy, Dairy, and Preservative Free
•  Independent Third-Party Tested For Heavy Metals

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 This powdered peanut butter is so versatile! We put it in our smoothies, yogurt, oatmeal, cereal, baked goodies, and even our chicken and veggie stir fry!

It gave our stir fry a nice peanut taste and it blended nicely with the chicken and veggies! 

We also made some PB&Banana Bites for a pre-workout snack and/or dessert!

 

All we did was throw a banana, 1 cup cereal, and 1 cup Naked PB into the food processor and let it do it's magic! We formed the mixture into little balls and stored in the freezer. We let them thaw for about 10 minutes before we eat them and they are the perfect texture and taste great! 

PLEASE visit their website and order some for yourself!

They are also on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter 

What would YOU do with Naked PB?  Let us know in the comments!

Spending Time Together in Saskatoon!

Golf... It's full of ups and downs... Jared had a couple bad holes, but he didn't give up. He fought hard til the end, and I am so proud of him for that! Satan is working hard to beat him down for little mistakes, but he kept his score under par and even each day.  So, while we didn't make the cut this week, we SURELY ENJOYED OUR TIME TOGETHER IN SASKATOON!!!  

It's true what they say... Everyone in Canada is SO SO NICE! 

I enjoy caddying and will carry that heavy bag all over the world for my handsome man! I love being by his side! 

Jared has learned some new phrases that Canadians say about golf. 

1.When someone putts and it goes past the hole, they say it carried too much weight, if it's short, they say it was not enough weight. 

2. They use golf as a verb. Example: "I golfed yesterday." 

If you know me at all, I absolutely LOVE popcorn, so I was super excited to find a genuine CANADIAN MAPLE BACON flavor to eat! It wasn't my favorite flavor ever, but it was definitely good! 

One night, we enjoyed our signature date nights with pizza and Netflix! We also found these Natural Sodas to drink. They didn't have all the weird ingredients like they do in the USA. You could really taste the difference and it was quite the treat! 

We were SUPER EXCITED (okay maybe just one of us was SUPER excited.. But Jared did say he enjoyed the good cardio) the Tour gave us gym passes. We did a tough strength workout together followed by a SPIN CLASS! 

All in all, we were VERY GRATEFUL God allowed us to be together this week. We are always learning something new that we can improve on and grow! Thankful for God's many many blessings!