Weekly Meal Plan: June 29 - July 5th AND Tips to Keep YOUR Family on Track This Week!

Tips to keep YOUR family on track this week:

• Do your best to plan out your meals for the week and prepare as much as possible, so you can whip up a healthy family sized meal in the time it would take to go out and get some fast food. It might sound like a daunting task, but spending 15 minutes on weekends creating a meal plan is the best thing you can do. It will eventually become part of your routine.
• Replace instead of restrict.  Keep a large supply of healthy fruits. Be sure that your healthy options are visible. You’re much more likely to grab a snack that’s already out rather than go to the cupboard and grab something.  Find fruits and vegetables with strong flavor.
• Proper portioning. Food portions in United States are much larger than they need to be. By slowly working your way back to an appropriate size — think only one piece of chicken and a helping of steamed vegetables instead of two or three — your body can adjust gradually to the newer and healthier eating patterns.
• Support.  It’s best when a family unit eats healthy together, but that can sometimes be impractical. If not everyone can partake, it’s important that they are still supportive. Engage the whole family when making your weekly grocery and meal list so that everyone has a say in what they’re eating. Having everyone making decisions will vary the meals you’re having, reducing boredom and repetition.

21 Day Fix Beef Burritos

Weekly Meal Plan:  June 29 - July 5th:

Monday:  Fend-For-Yourself

Tuesday:  21 Day Fix Meatball Subs

Wednesday:  Skinnytaste's Chili Shrimp & AsparagusStir-Fry

Thursday:  Beef Burritos

Friday:  Chicken, Pineapple & Red Pepper Kabobs

Saturday:  Happy Fourth of July!

Sunday:  Slow-Cooked Creamy Mexican Chicken

ALL of these dinners are 21-Day Fix compliant.  The rest of my meals are composed of:

• Shakeology
• Eggs and vegetables
• Fruits and vegetables
• Almonds and cashews
• Greek yogurt
• And, leftovers!

If you would like to participate in one of my upcoming monthly online accountability groups (21 Day Fix), please get in touch with me here.  I would love for you to join me.

Also .... please let me know if you try any of the above recipes, or ANY of the recipes on my blog!  Drop me an email or leave a comment below.  Your feedback means the world!
XO.
ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan! 6/22/15 - 6/28/15 AND My Progress Update!

My Own Progress Update . . . .

So, I thought it might be helpful to share my own progress update?  The two photos above?  They were taken less than a year apart.

Since May 15th, I am down FIFTEEN POUNDS.  For me, that is huge!  HUGE.  I really see it in the slimming down of my face!

Do you want to know how I've done it?  By following a 21 Day Fix-style eating plan.  I wasn't even able to do any workouts at first.  (Due to an injury.)  I am back to working out some, but not 100% consistently. 

It goes to show you that food | nutrition | diet are SO key.  SO KEY!

With the help of weekly meal planning, and my monthly online accountability groups, I've been able to make some MAJOR progress. 

I would love to help YOU make similar progress!  You may ALWAYS reach out to me here, for help.

21 Day Fix Meal Plan

Weekly Meal Plan!  6/22/15 - 6/28/15

Monday:  Fend-For-Yourself
Tuesday:  Slow-Cooked Honey-Mustard Chicken Sandwiches
Wednesday:  Grilled Greek Chicken Salad
Thursday:  Spaghetti Squash Sausage Lasagna Boats
Friday:  Leftovers
Saturday:  Oven-Roasted Shrimp & Broccoli
Sunday:  Spicy Turkey Taco Burgers and Butternut Squash Fries

ALL of these dinners are 21-Day Fix compliant.  The rest of my meals are composed of:

• Shakeology
• Eggs and vegetables
• Fruits and vegetables
• Almonds and cashews
• Greek yogurt
• And, leftovers!

If you would like to participate in one of my upcoming monthly online accountability groups (21 Day Fix), please get in touch with me here.  I would love for you to join me.

Also .... please let me know if you try any of the above recipes, or ANY of the recipes on my blog!  Drop me an email or leave a comment below.  Your feedback means the world!

XO
ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan: June 15-June 21st AND Goals!

Let's talk about goal-setting!

Before I get to this week's meal plan, let's talk just a little bit about goal-setting. 

It's hard to get any perspective on losing weight if you aren't setting… More attainable goals for yourself.  Write them down!

Goals are powerful, concrete things that keep you on track – whether it's creating a food plan or walking 3 times a week with a friend, these small things provide you with tangible steps that lead to your healthy weight.

And ALWAYS take the time to write those goals down. It makes them real and keeps them in the forefront of your mind, making them much easier to reach

That being said, writing down our weekly meals is a big part of my health and fitness goals each week.  So, here is this week's plan!

Weekly Meal Plan: June 15-June 21st

Monday:  Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Tuesday:  Turkey Taco Quinoa Bake
Wednesday:  Fend-For-Yourself
Thursday:  Slow-Cooker Meatloaf & Mashed Cauliflower
Friday:  Leftovers
Saturday:  Skinnytaste's Shrimp Scampi Noodles
Sunday:  Chicken Stir-Fry with Chinese Brocooli

ALL of the above dinners are 21-Day Fix compliant.  The rest of my meals are composed of:

• Shakeology
• Eggs and vegetables
• Fruits and vegetables
• Almonds and cashews
• Greek yogurt
• And, leftovers!

If you would like to participate in one of my upcoming monthly online accountability groups (21 Day Fix), please get in touch with me here.  I would love for you to join me.

Also .... please let me know if you try any of the above recipes!  Drop me an email or a comment on my blog.

XO
ALL THE BEST,


P.S.  Don't forget!  I am currently creating a FREE three-part tutorial, that will provide you with step-by-step instructions (including file downloads) outlining exactly how I create our weekly meal plans.  The tutorial is NEARLY COMPLETE.  I plan to have it out this week!

This process now takes me only about 10-15 minutes each week!  What a time-saver.

Sign up HERE to receive the free tutorial when it is finalized.  Or leave your email address in the comments below.

One More Week! Meal Planning: June 1 - June 7, 2015

One More Week!  Meal Planning: June 1 - June 7, 2015

One more week until things calm down a bit here in our house. 

Do you have a daughter who dances?  Well, then you know what I'm talking about!  Tutus, bobby pins, hair nets, feathers, tights, and make-up everywhere!

Dance recitals are fun and exciting events for both the excited performers who are eager to show off what they have learned from a year of lessons and practicing, and also for the proud parents and grandparents who are just as eager to see how their favorite dancer has progressed and grown in her art.

Although dance recitals are fun, they are often hectic and can be stressful for everyone involved, especially for younger dancers and dance parents.

If you are a "dance mom", you can relate, I'm sure!

PLANNING IS KEY.

I'll say it again.  Planning is key to staying on track with your health and fitness goals.  Otherwise, during a week such as the one I have coming up -- I know with 100% certainty -- that I will be tempted to grab something quick to eat, order in, or just stray WAY to far from my eating goals. 

One of the most effective strategies for losing weight and sticking to your diet is to plan ahead.  While it may seem difficult at first to be prepared, the results will astound you.  I promise you!

So here is OUR plan for the week ahead.  I can't promise perfection, but I know that when I go in with a PLAN, I am so much more likely to be successful!

Monday:  Grilled Al Fresco Chicken Sausage & Vegetables
Tuesday:  Leftovers -- Dance Recital Dress Rehearsal(!)
Wednesday:  Slow-Cooker Honey-Mustard Chicken Sandwiches
Thursday:  Burrito Bowls with Quinoa
Friday:  Dinner Out/Cookout
Saturday:  The Big Day!  Dance Recital
Sunday:  Spicy Turkey Taco Burgers & Homemade Sweet Potato Fries

ALL of these dinners are 21-Day Fix compliant.  The rest of my meals are composed of:

• Shakeology
• Eggs and vegetables
• Fruits and vegetables
• Almonds and cashews
• Greek yogurt
• And, leftovers!

If you would like to participate in one of my upcoming monthly online accountability groups (21 Day Fix), please get in touch with me here.  I would love for you to join me.

Also .... please let me know if you try any of the above recipes!  Drop me an email or a comment on my blog.

XO
ALL THE BEST,


P.S.  Don't forget!  I am currently creating a FREE three-part tutorial, that will provide you with step-by-step instructions (including file downloads) outlining exactly how I create our weekly meal plans.  This process now takes me only about 10-15 minutes each week!  What a time-saver.

Sign up HERE to receive the free tutorial when it is finalized.  Or leave your email address in the comments below.

Get Your Kids Involved! Weekly Meal Plan: 5/11/15 - 5/17/15

Get Your Kids Involved!

Do you struggle with picky eaters? 

We are NOT perfect in this household, either.  But, I work towards progress, not perfection -- in all areas of our health.



My cuties.  :-)

I AM happy to say that my kids will eat chicken, fish, beef, and shrimp.  They eat quite a few vegetables.  They have started to try more spicy foods (especially my son).  They LOVE couscous.  We are still working on quinoa.  LOL.  BUT, I must say that when my children are involved in the planning process, they are more likely to eat what is prepared.

Try asking your children what foods they would like to eat during the week. Get them involved in the planning process.  We all know that when we have more control over our choices, things tend to go a little easier.

Now, I’m not suggesting you give your kids executive control over grocery shopping habits and meal planning.  But it is kind of like you’re teaching them how to ride a bike without training wheels:

Practice.  Exposure.  Repeat.

And, maybe -- just maybe --  they'll slowly start letting go of the iron grip on the back of the seat.

21 Day Fix Meal Plan

So, here is our plan for the week ahead!

Weekly Meal Plan: 5/11/15 - 5/17/15

Monday:  Turkey Taco Quinoa Bake
Tuesday:  Slow-Cooker Honey-Mustard Chicken Sandwiches with Veggies (new recipe coming!)
Wednesday:  Grilled Chicken on a Mixed Green Salad (Flavor God Seasoning)
Thursday:  Spicy Mexican Shrimp with Jasmine Rice
Friday:  Homemade Pizza Night
Saturday:  Dinner Out
Sunday:  Turkey Taco Burgers & Sweet Potato Fries

ALL of these dinners are 21-Day Fix compliant.  The rest of my meals are composed of:

• Shakeology
• Eggs and vegetables
• Fruits and vegetables
• Almonds and cashews
• Greek yogurt
• And, leftovers!

If you would like to participate in one of my upcoming monthly online accountability groups (21 Day Fix), please get in touch with me here.  I would love for you to join me.

Also .... please let me know if you try any of the above recipes!  Drop me an email or a comment on my blog.

XO
ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan: 4/27/15 - 5/3/15

"Meal times felt overwhelming!"

 

Do you ever feel this way?  With deciding what to make, figuring out ingredients and I won't even get started on how challenging grocery shopping can be

 

Having a MEAL PLAN is the answer.  I have been doing this for years, and it has helped me tremendously.  Not only to lose weight and live a healthier life, but to eliminate meal-time STRESS. 

You'll end up with more time to savor meals with less time wasted in the kitchen.  And, you'll save money on your grocery bill by not wasting food that goes bad in the back of your fridge (or is spent on last-minute take-out)!



21 Day Fix Meal Plan

21 Day Fix Weekly Meal Plan: 4/27/15 - 5/3/15

Monday:  Seasoned Shrimp Soft Tacos
Tuesday:  Leftovers
Wednesday:  WW Pasta with Turkey Sausage, Marinara & Ricotta Cheese (thrown together)
Thursday:  Spicy Turkey Taco Burgers
Friday:  Slow-Cooker Meatloaf with Mashed Cauliflower
Saturday:  Fend-For-Yourself
Sunday:  Simply Grilled Chicken on a Salad with Strawberries & Almonds

ALL of these dinners are 21-Day Fix compliant.  The rest of my meals are composed of:

• Shakeology
• Eggs and vegetables
• Fruits and vegetables
• Almonds and cashews
• Greek yogurt
• And, leftovers!

If you would like to participate in one of my upcoming monthly online accountability groups (21 Day Fix), please get in touch with me here.  I would love for you to join me.

Also .... please let me know if you try any of the above recipes!  Drop me an email or a comment on my blog.

xo
ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan: 4/13/15 - 4/19/15

SO happy to be meal-planning today!

I've been feeling a little "off" since Easter.  Ready to get that healthy-eating MOJO back!  For sure.  Get that SUGAR out of my house.  My body just doesn't feel good when I am not taking proper care of it. 

So, here goes .... ready, set, GO!

Weekly Meal Plan:  4/13/15 - 4/19/15

Monday:  Honey-Sriracha Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Tuesday:  Leftovers
Wednesday:  Spicy Asian Beef Quinoa Bowls
Thursday:  Shrimp "Fried" Rice
Friday:  Crockpot Kalua Pork
Saturday:  Leftovers
Sunday:  Make-Your-Own Tacos

ALL of these dinners are 21-Day Fix compliant.  The rest of my meals are composed of:

• Shakeology
• Eggs and vegetables
• Fruits and vegetables
• Almonds and cashews
• Greek yogurt
• And, leftovers!

If you would like to participate in one of my upcoming monthly 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme online accountability groups, please get in touch with me here. 

New group starts VERY SOON!

If you have any questions about my meal plan or about any of my recipes, feel free to drop a comment below.  I want to hear what you think, if you try any of the recipes.  I want to hear what you're eating this week, too!

ALL THE BEST! xo

Weekly Meal Plan: 4/6/15 -- 4/12/15

Weekly Meal Plan: 4/6/15 -- 4/12/15

Happy Easter!

This past holiday weekend, I did enjoy a few PLANNED treats.  So, while I was a little off-plan, I know that this is a LIFESTYLE CHANGE, and I refuse to beat myself up about it.  A treat or two in moderation will be quickly worked off this week! 

I also enjoyed my Peanut Butter Egg Shakeology as a treat today - so that helped me to avoid overindulging too much! 

Easter Shakeology

Looking forward to these yummy recipes this week! 

Weekly Meal Plan: 4/6/15 -- 4/12/15

Monday:  Oven-Roasted Shrimp and Broccoli
Tuesday:  Quinoa Turkey Taco Bake - a favorite!
Wednesday:  Hearty Beef and Butternut Squash Stew (didn't get to this one last week)
Thursday:  Leftovers
Friday:  Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats
Saturday:  Fend-For-Yourself
Sunday:  Skinnytaste's Crockpot Kalua Pork

ALL of these dinners are 21-Day Fix compliant.  If you would like to participate in one of my monthly 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme online accountability groups, please get in touch with me here.  New group starts VERY SOON!

If you have any questions about my meal plan or about any of my recipes, feel free to drop a comment below.  I want to hear what you think, if you try any of the recipes.  I want to hear what you're eating this week, too!

XO
ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan: 3/30/15 - 4/5/15

Well, here goes Round #2!

(For my Round #1 results -----> click HERE.  I was thrilled with my results!)

I am starting back up with the 21 Day Fix Extreme on Monday March 30th with my new group, so these meals will ALL be made to fit my program.  It will be a little challenging with the Easter holiday in there, but we will all make it work. 

Meal-planning and some preparation will be key!

Weekly Meal Plan: 3/30/15 - 4/5/15

Monday:  Turkey Quinoa Meatloaf (Recipe in the 21 Day Fix Extreme Eating Plan book.)
Tuesday:  Crockpot Mexican Chicken (Recipe in the works, check back on my blog this week!)
Wednesday:  Hearty Beef and Butternut Squash Stew (Recipe in the 21DFX Eating Plan book.)
Thursday:  Leftovers
Friday:  21 Day Fix-Approved Sloppy Joes
Saturday:  Homemade Pizzas (My mom is visiting for the holiday - this is a tradition!)
Sunday:  Easter Sunday

A few extras that I will be prepping to have on-hand this week include:

• Mashed Cauliflower
• Egg & Vegetable Casserole
• and, Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Gotta' be prepared, in order to be successful!

If YOU would like to participate in one of my monthly 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme online accountability groups, get in touch with me here.

If you give any of these recipes a try, please let me know!  I would love to hear how it went!

ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan: 3/23/15 - 3/29/15

Well, I'm wrapping up my FINAL week of the 21 Day Fix Extreme!

STAY TUNED TO MY BLOG TOMORROW FOR MY FINAL RESULTS!

While I faced some challenges with a pulled muscle in my upper back, and missed the last 4 workouts because of it ..... I'm proud to say that I finished out the 21 days of the nutrition plan STRONG.  I honestly can't wait to do another round of this program -- in one week! 

So, this week's meal plan will still follow a 21 Day Fix-style of eating -- as I truly feel that I can eat this way forever --with a few small, planned treats.  Check out my dinners for the coming week below.  All are workable with the Fix eating plan!

Set your intentions for the week ahead.  People who plan -- Achieve.

Weekly Meal Plan: 3/23/15 - 3/29/15

Monday:  Spicy Turkey Taco Burgers
Tuesday:  Leftovers
Wednesday:  Skinnytaste's Pasta Fagioli
Thursday:  Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Salad (seasoning mix from 21 Day Fix guide)
Friday:  Slow-Cooker Pork Carnitas
Saturday:  Fend-For-Yourself
Sunday:  Broiled Fish (what is on sale), Sweet Potatoes, and Roasted Vegetables

On that note -- once per month, I offer 21 Day Fix online accountability groups. These challenges take place in a secure, 100% private Facebook group.

The results from these short groups have been nothing short of AMAZING!  Pounds lost, inches lost, bodies transformed!

In order to learn more about my next online group or how I can help you to reach your fitness goals, please email me here.  I will be in touch within 24 hours. Thank you!

I would love to hear from you! 

ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan: 3/16/15 - 3/22/15 AND What's Next?

Weekly Meal Plan: 3/16/15 - 3/22/15 AND What's Next?

Well, Week #2 of the 21 Day Fix Extreme has gone without a hitch.  Still digging the workouts, still feeling plenty of soreness, and still thankful to get back to my weights! 

SO -- what is next?  ANOTHER round of 21 Day Fix Extreme!  Since I've loved the program and have been seeing such GREAT results:  both personally AND from my online accountability group participants!  (If interested, see the details at the end of this post.)

If you are interested in exactly WHAT I've been eating, in more detail, check out this video that I made.  I talk in more depth about the colored containers and what *I* have been putting in them each day:

I should win an award from the most awkward YouTube "thumbnails".  Seriously.

Anyway.  I'm excited!  This week is my FINAL week of the 21 Day Fix Extreme.  My meal plan for the coming week is below, with a few details and links to help you out, too. 

 

Monday:  Mini-Meatloaf Mexi-Muffins
Tuesday:  Leftovers
Wednesday:  Greek-Spiced Grilled Chicken (Mediterranean seasoning recipe from 21DF book)
Thursday:  Turkey Meatballs with Marinara and "Zoodles" (Meatball recipe in 21DFX book)
Friday:  Fend-For-Yourself
Saturday:  Hot Turkey Sausage with Peppers and Onions
Sunday:  Fish (or Shrimp) Tacos (modified to fit the plan)

If you would like to participate in one of my monthly 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme online accountability groups, get in touch with me here.  Don't delay - my next group is filling up FAST!

>>>NEXT GROUP BEGINS ON MONDAY MARCH 30TH!<<<

 

Make it a fabulous week, friends!

ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan -- 3/9/15-3/15/15

Well, I've wrapped up the first week of 21 Day Fix Extreme!  I have to say -- I love, love, love these workouts!  I have really missed lifting weights, especially with doing Insanity Max: 30.  My body responds so well to weight-lifting and its been great to get back to it.

I won't really be weighing or measuring myself (I don't think, anyway) until the end of the 21 days - so stay tuned for my results.

A funny fact for you:  Did you know that I never before made it past Day #5 with the 21 Day Fix nutrition plan?  I was a 21 Day Fix failure! 

I don't know why - I just had a lot of trouble sticking to the food plan.  And, it wasn't the plan itself -- it was ME.  I just wasn't "ready" .... ready to commit to it 100%.  This time, I am READY.  My accountability group is also helping to keep me strong, along with the help and support of my two wonderful Coach friends who are doing it alongside me.  We message each other frequently during the day!  That accountability and support make all of the difference.  "Build a fortress of accountability."

You can follow my daily 21 Day Fix Extreme video updates on my Facebook page.

Weekly Meal Plan -- 3/9/15-3/15/15

My first week went really well, so I'm excited to be planning out my meals for the second week of this program, using some recipes from my blog.  If you have any questions, please let me know! 

21 Day Fix Extreme Meal Plan

Here are some of the recipes that I will be using this week (for dinners at least), from my blog.  Enjoy!

Monday:  Baked Greek Yogurt Chicken
Tuesday:  Leftovers
Wednesday:  Slow-Cooker Pork Chops and Vegetables
Thursday:  Classic Crockpot Chili
Friday:  Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats
Saturday:  Fend-For-Yourself
Sunday:  Quinoa Turkey Taco Bake

ALL of these meals are 21-Day Fix compliant.  If you would like to participate in one of my monthly 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme online accountability groups, get in touch with me here.  New group starts SOON!

If you have any questions about my meal plan or about any of my recipes, please comment below.  I want to hear what you think, if you try any of the recipes.  I want to hear what you're eating this week, too!

ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan: 3/2/15 - 3/8/15

First Week of the 21 Day Fix Extreme ----> Coming Up!

Except that it is NOT one week away -- it begins TOMORROW!

I am nervous and excited to start this program.  Nervous because my nutrition still needs some work.  Excited because I know I will see great results when I stick to a fabulous eating plan with no deprivation AND excited because I need weight-lifting back in my life!  My body responds SO WELL to the weights and I can't wait for that part.

I will also be doing SHORT daily videos about my thoughts, my progress, my food, and my workouts during this 21-day journey.  Be sure to check them out daily on my Facebook page.  YOU ALL can help to keep me accountable to this program, too.  Accountability goes both ways:  my online groups need me, and I need THEM.

So, here we go!

Weekly Meal Plan: 3/2/15 - 3/8/15

This is my first time really planning out my meals for a 21 Day Fix-related program.  So, I hope that the picture below makes sense.  I've tried to color-code my meals properly. 

You can find a list of the dinners I will be using below.  This includes links to many of the recipes that I will be using this week.  I unfortunately cannot link recipes that come directly from the program, as that is copyrighted material. 

• Spinach and Feta-Stuffed Chicken Breasts
• Turkey Meatloaf (from the 21 Day Fix Extreme nutrition guide)
• Meatballs with Sauce and "Zoodles" (from the 21 Day Fix Extreme nutrition guide)
• Chicken Fajitas with Peppers and Onions (from the 21 Day Fix Extreme nutrition guide)
• I will also likely make my Egg & Vegetable Casserole and my Mashed Cauliflower, in case I need a quick substitution, in a pinch

ALL of these meals are 21-Day Fix compliant.  If you would like to participate in one of my monthly 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme online accountability groups, get in touch with me here.

Would love to hear if you try any of these recipes from my blog, too!  Please leave me a review in the comments below.

ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan: 2/22/15 - 3/1/15

One of my favorite things about planning our meals for the week ahead? 

If you go to the store, ONCE during the week, with an organized grocery list and meal plan, you never have to stare into your fridge wondering, "What's for dinner?" or resort to take-out!

AND, if you are trying to improve your health and fitness -- in any way -- the less eating out you do, the better!  Stay at home, and cook wholesome, natural food with healthy ingredients that taste great!

Spinach & Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Here is our plan for the week ahead.

Weekly Meal Plan:  2/22/15 - 3/1/15

Monday:  Spinach & Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Tuesday:  Pineapple Shrimp Stir-Fry
Wednesday:  Quinoa Turkey Taco Bake
Thursday:  Italian Turkey and Orzo Soup
Friday:  Dinner Out (weekend plans)
Saturday:  Dinner Out (weekend plans)
Sunday:  Leftovers from earlier in the week

Italian Turkey & Orzo Soup

Most of these meals are 21-Day Fix compliant.  If you would like to participate in one of my monthly 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme online accountability groups, get in touch with me here.

Would love to hear if you try any of these recipes, too!  Please leave me a review in the comments below.

ALL THE BEST!

Weekly Meal Plan 2/16/15 - 2/22/15

Want to get healthier?  PLAN. YOUR. MEALS!

No matter what your cooking issues are, planning out your meals (at least your dinners!) ahead of time can make the whole process much easier, so I recommend giving it a shot—even if you're just doing it with pen and paper a week ahead of time.

I use Pinterest, and an excel spreadsheet on my laptop.  It REALLY doesn't take much time at all -- especially once you get some systems like this into place.  I cannot stress enough how much easier this makes my life.

Weekly Meal Plan - 2/16/15--2/22/15:

Monday:  Shrimp & Asparagus Stir-Fry with Lemon Sauce
Tuesday:  Leftovers
Wednesday:  Egg & Vegetable Casserole
Thursday:  Spaghetti Squash with Meat Ragu
Friday:  Slow-Cooker Meatloaf with Sweet Potatoes
Saturday:  Fend-For-Yourself
Sunday:  Make-Your-Own Turkey Taco Burrito Bowls (Turkey taco meet, with homemade taco seasoning, layered with rice, veggies, black beans, salsa and guacamole. Yum!)

Most of these meals are 21-Day Fix compliant.  If you would like to participate in one of my monthly 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme online accountability groups, get in touch with me here.

Would love to hear if you try any of these recipes, too!  Please leave me a review in the comments below.

ALL THE BEST,

Weekly Meal Plan 2/9/15 - 2/15/15

Most people know how to eat healthy, and know that they should — it’s just that when it comes down to implementing this knowledge, there’s a bridge that needs to be crossed from knowledge to action.

How do you actually eat healthy, instead of just knowing that you should eat healthy?

Create a meal plan with healthy foods that you enjoy eating.

Without a PLAN, you’ll just know what to eat -- vaguely -- but you need to actually make a plan and implement it (meaning, go shopping for the foods in the plan and actually cook the foods and eat them).

THAT is the Number #1 reason why I do this.  Each and every week!

Weekly Meal Plan 2/9/15 - 2/15/15

Monday:  Paleo Pizza Spaghetti Pie
Tuesday:  Leftovers
Wednesday:  Oven-Roasted Shrimp & Broccoli
Thursday:  Honey-Spiced Chicken Thighs with a Mixed Green Salad
Friday:  Healthy Paleo Nachos
Saturday:  Valentine's Day (no cooking here that day!)
Sunday:  Oven-Roasted Chicken with Vegetables

Honey-Spiced Chicken Thighs

These recipes are ALL 21 Day Fix-friendly.  If you would like to join one of my month 21-day accountability groups, click HERE to drop me an email!

What's on YOUR menu this week?  I would love to hear from you in the comments below!

ALL THE BEST,