Alexandra Beaty's Journey Hello readers! My name is Alexandra Beaty; I am a Graves disease survivor. I recently have fallen madly in love with stepping out of my comfort zone by challenging myself and working out every day for 21 days straight. Oh and I haven’t stopped there, … [Read more...]
The Journey!
What do you feel when you think of the word 'journey'? I bring it up because all of us are so focused on the final destination, right? If you don't lose the weight you wanted to lose this week, you are disappointed? And you speak harshly to yourself saying that " you … [Read more...]
WHAT IS YOUR WHY?
{{{{{{ THIS IS A PSYCHOLOGICAL EXERCISE, SO TAKE YOUR TIME AND PROVIDE WELL THOUGHT OUT AND MEANINGFUL TO YOU ANSWER }}}}}} WHAT IS YOUR WHY? Give me the generic answer first, whatever first comes to mind when you hear the question "what is your WHY for doing this?"- … [Read more...]
My Week 4 PIYO Recap
4 weeks down with PiYo and I am feeing amazing! I set up my alarm form 4 am and so far, I haven't been able to spring out of bed at exactly that time, but I am slowly adjusting and going back 15 min each time I wake up so by the last day of my PiYo week, I was able to wake up at … [Read more...]
Fantastic Chocolate Pudding – Only 3 Ingredients!
Stumbled upon this incredible creation by coincidence and I am so happy I did because this CHOCOLATE PUDDING is the easiest thing to make and you have all the ingredients at your house already AND .... IT IS SO GOOD AND FILLING! 3 INGREDIENTS Makes 4 servings 2 Ripe … [Read more...]
“BEEF” Turkey Burgers
I was not a burger girl until I tried these turkey burger recipe! And as much as liked them, I had to 'rename' them so my kids would eat them too! So, in our house, we call them Beef burgers or Beefe! The kids eat anything that has 'beef' in the name! And with this little … [Read more...]
My Week 3 PIYO Recap
I am loving PiYo! Week 3 DONE! I feel the burn every day and as the weeks keep progressing the workouts are becoming more challenging by the day! It started nice and slow, low intensity, going deep in the moves and really creating that foundation of alignment and posture. But … [Read more...]
How To Stay On Track Over the Holiday Weekend
I used to feel like I'm going into the holidays "alone"... everyone is splurging on holiday feasts! When it came to my lifestyle change it was difficult to turn down my mom's homemade deserts especially on the holidays! It was like I waited for these moments so I can get … [Read more...]
Chewy Peanut Butter Bar
This chewy, homemade PB bar is hands down the best treat I have ever made! Super simple to make, all healthy ingredients, chocolate galore, and the banana brings so much sweetness in it. Very filling and so easy to take on the go! My kids loved it too, especially my 10 month old … [Read more...]
WHIP IT UP – Meal Plan for the Week
Hubby and I had a weekend get away to FL where we celebrated the wedding of two wonderful friends! We had an awesome time, with much indulging in foods and sweets and awesome beach time! Now that we are back, I am fully focused on getting back to my nutritious meals! And although … [Read more...]