I did NOT feeling like working out! Do you ever have that feeling - like “My workout is just not going to happen, I have no motivation.” I know that feeling and I wanted to share how I was able to overcome that feeling of NOT wanting to workout, to working out and LOVING the way I felt afterwards! :)

So if success is outside your comfort…WHY are your still sitting there? Push yourself to be your own personal best, by stepping outside of that comfort zone of yours. You will only grow as an individual personally and professionally by taking a leap of faith and moving forward. Try listening or reading personal development books, they helped me move above and beyond where I use to be. Also, start following successful mentors..A good mentor will possess these qualities: 

 - Willingness to share skills, knowledge and expertise

- Demonstrates a positive attitude and acts as a positive role model

- Take personal interest in the mentoring relationship

- Exhibits enthusiasm as being a mentor

- Values ongoing growth and learning

- Provides guidance and constructive feedback

- Respected by colleagues/employees

- Sets and meets personal and professional goals

- Values the opinions and initiates of others

- Motivates others by being a good example

Healthy Snack’s Don’t Have To Be Boring

Have you ever eaten something so much that you start to dislike it, but its the only healthy snack you know?! You are probably starting to get burned out on your snack options…well I am here to tell you that there are snacks you can pick up (almost)anywhere and they wont be repetitive, boring or expensive! Here are some of my favorites:

Avocado with Balsamic Vinaigrette - 1 Large Avocado and 1 Teaspoon of Balsamic Vinaigrette is all you need. Slice the Avocado open, throw out the seed, put in the vinaigrette in both centers of the avocado - grab a spoon and enjoy! I have also done this with low sodium Soy Sauce. Avocados provide nearly 20 essential nutrients, including fiber, potassium, Vitamin E, B-vitamins and folic acid. They also act as a “nutrient booster” by enabling the body to absorb more fat-soluble nutrients. Avocados can help you meet the AHA dietary guidelines because they have both monosaturated and polyunsaturated fat and contain potassium.

Dried Fruit - Try raisins, apricots, apples, cranberries, pineapple, papaya, and others with little or no added sugars.

Ants on a Log - Celery, Almond Butter, Raisins. I love these and they are fun for kids. Just spread almond butter on top of the celery and sprinkle some raisins on top!

 Popcorn - Look for low-fat popcorn in a bag or microwave popcorn. Or you can air pop the popcorn and season it, e.g., by spraying it with vegetable oil spray and adding parmesan cheese, garlic powder, or other non-salt spices.

Veggie Pockets - Cut whole wheat pitas in half and add veggies with light dressing or hummus.

Hard Boiled Eggs & Salsa - Whether you eat them with or without the yolk, just boil 2 eggs and add a little salsa on the side. Or skip the salsa all together and sprinkle some paprika on top to give it some ZING! YUM!

Frozen Fruit & Soy Milk - It’s almost like ice cream! I use 1 cup of frozen mixed fruits and pour 1/2 cup (or whatever you like) of Vanilla Soy Milk to make it slushy and then topping it with a little granola and flaxseed - so delish and healthy!

Rice Cakes - Look for rice cakes made from brown (whole grain) rice. They come in many flavors, and can be served with or without toppings.

Laughing Cow Sandwich Thin - 1 Laughing Cow Original Swiss wedge and 1 Whole Wheat Sandwich Thin toasted. Spread the cheese on top and enjoy!

Whole-grain pita and Hummus: Warm a pita in the oven on low, then cut it into small triangles. Dip it in a tasty, low-fat hummus. Hummus is available in yummy flavors like garlic and spicy red pepper. Hummus also makes a tasty dip for cut-up veggies.

Turkey Roll-Ups - 2 pieces of Turkey, 2 Pretzel Breadsticks or Sesame Breadsticks and Honey Mustard. Spread the honey mustard on the turkey and then wrap the turkey around the breadsticks.

Note: Cookies, snack cakes, and chips should be saved for occasional treats, given their poor nutritional quality.

Bust Thru Your Weight Loss Plateau with some of these simple steps! www.TurboKrys.com www.Facebook.com/KrystalBland3 

NO EXCUSES! You WILL Rise Above! You are the ONLY person standing in your own way of reaching your goals!

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Texas Caviar Recipe

• 2 avocados
• 2 tomatoes (remove pulp inside)
• 1/2 red onion chopped
• 1 can black beans (rinsed)
• 1 can green giant mexicorn
• juice of 1 lime
• fresh cilantro chopped to taste
• 1/3 c white vinegar
• 1/3 c vegetable oil (olive oil is fine too)
• 1 packet good seasons italian seasoning (mix with vinegar and olive oil)

Chop it all up and mix it together.  This was amazing.  A friend in the Junior League made this for our last provisional group meeting and it was a huge hit!  Double for a large party.

Do you need a workout program that offers modifications? Do you have a knee or ankle injury preventing you from high impact workouts? Watch this video and see how I have been able to incorporate high intensity to a modified Turbo Fire workout and still burn HUGE calories!

I feel AMAZING after my first workout to an actual DVD, not just a stationary bike, weights or stability ball..but actually worked out (very modified) to the workout that changed my outlook on fitness - TURBOJAM!

Endometriosis vs. Working Out

This disease sucks - I mean, I can be frank here..it does…The horrible cramps, bloating, painful intercourse, bladder pain, etc..that doesnt even do it justice to how it feels…Let’s just say my contractions during childbirth were easier then the cramps and bladder pain I would get from Endo!!!!! So, when it comes to working out..it was honestly the LAST thing I wanted to do..

I was diagnosed with Endometriosis when I was 18 years old and I have been dealing with it for almost 9 years…It’s that pain you just cant ignore because it never goes away, sometimes it subsides, but its never totally gone! I went thru several surgeries and hormone treatments…even having two babies didnt make that nagging pain go away!!! I am very blessed to have been able to have 2 children, but some women are not so lucky..

If you know anything about Endometriosis you know there is no cure and even after surgeries, hormone treatment, giving birth..sometimes it doesnt dull the pain..in fact according to Endometriosis Research Center up to 60% of women experience reoccurrence within a year of surgery! 

I have consistently been working out for 18 months and I have not had hardly any issues since I started…YES, I had to push thru the pain, YES, it hurt at times and YES it got frustrating…but after doing some reading and trying to find a way to balance out my hormones, working out has worked best for me!

Regular exercise, eating healthy and lowering your BMI will naturally lower the body’s estrogen levels, which helps alleviate some of the worst symptoms…Research shows that running, cycling, or any type of moderate to high intensity level of exercise helps reduce estrogen levels and moderates the production of prostaglandin hormones..the body’s pain receptors..which are released during your cycle. When doing Yoga or Pilates you gently stretch the pelvic tissues and muscles that can be literally bound together by endometriosis, says Beth Heller, owner of Pulling Down the Moon holistic fertility centers in Chicago, who provides care for endometriosis patients, including acupuncture, exercise, and diet. “Working out is imperative to treating the symptoms,” Heller says, noting that yoga also helps reduce stress, which can aggravate inflammation in the body. HELLO PIYO!!! :) Plus working out just makes me feel better, its brightens my mood! :)

When it comes to working out, I honestly find pushing through the pain to be the best option. Once your body gets into the rhythm of consistent workouts, it adapts and it actually helps me manage my pain a lot. If I miss working out, like I have recently due to my ankle injury, my pain starts to creep in more and I’m more lethargic and uninspired. 

It’s not easy but it’s worth it in the long run! 

-Krys