Parmesan Pita Crisps

Parmesan Pita Crisps

This is great recipe for a snack or even a get together.  Easy to make for one -- or make more batches and share with friends.  

Ingredients

• Whole-wheat pita
• Cooking spray
• 1/8 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350°
2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray
3. Cut pita in half horizontally
4. Cut each pita half into six wedges 
5. Divide the wedges evenly over baking sheet
6. Lightly coat wedges with cooking spray
7. Sprinkle cheese and pepper evenly over wedges
8. Bake at 350° for 11 minutes or until crisp

Pair it with some delicious homemade hummus or salsa and you are good to go!!

For the 21 Day Fix-ers --> This would count as: 
1 yellow
1/2 blue

Hope you enjoy!! :) Munch on! 

Changing it up!!

Changing It Up!! 

ChaLEAN Extreme!

After yesterday's blog post and realizing that I have been on one program since March -- I've decided to try a new program thanks to Beachbody on Demand!! 

I have already completed T25 (alpha and beta), 21 Day Fix, PiYo, and 21 Day Fix Extreme.  I have not been disappointed with a program yet.  I have loved every trainer that I have "worked" with for different reasons.  

After hearing so many great things from fellow coaches about this program I am going to give it a go and I am so excited to try ChaLEAN extreme!!! 

I have printed out my workout calendars (basically my schedule for what workout to follow) and am pretty pumped.  I am a little nerdy --thanks dad! -- and also read up on some of the guides and info out there on it and am more pumped! 

While I will forever have a girl crush on Autumn (21 day fix and 21 day fix extreme trainer) I cannot deny that Chalene Johnson is super inspiring.  When doing PiYo I fell in love with her attitude.  She is so uplifting, motivating, and inspirational.  I have been thinking about rocking a program for her ever since I finished PiYo and decided its finally the time to commit.  No time like the present! 

The thing that has been holding me up for a while on starting this amazing program was.....

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Chalene!! - watch out!!  I'm getting
after this program with you!! 

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TIME! 

That's probably not what you were expecting, right?  I know it sounds crazy but I  was sold on the fact that all off the previous programs I have done have only been 25 - 30 minutes.  {Ok so -  PiYo had one 45 minute day and I always dreaded it!} BUT 30 MINUTES -- I can do that.  I get up, walk puppy boy, work out, shower and head off to kinderland with my shakeology in hand and ready to tackle the day. 

I get up at 5:30 which depending on your view could be early, but honestly getting my workout in first thing helps me to stay on track with the rest of the day and ensures I get it in even if it is a long day in teaching land.  

I sat down today with the workout calendar in hand -- looked at the lengths of the workout and am going to commit to making it work.  Am I going to have to get up 10 - 15 minutes earlier some days.....yes.  On the longer days that put 2 workouts together I plan on doing the longer one in the morning and then the short one when I get home (after my second walk of the day with puppy boy --- he might be a little spoiled by my many walks).  

After 21 Day Fix Extreme -
Before ChaLEAN Extreme! 

But you know what?  It will be totally worth it! While I may be sad about missing those 10 -15 minutes of sleep I know I am doing something for my body.  You only get one body to live it you might as well take care of it.  Maybe I need to go to sleep a bit earlier on those longer days to make it work, but I am willing to try. 

I will be sharing my journey through this program with you all so be sure to check in and see how it goes! 

I am putting my before on here right NOW so that I am sure to give you updates as I go and hold myself accountable! 

So here is to a new change, a new program and a new week!! 

 

My 21 Day Fix Extreme Journey

My 21 Day Fix Extreme Journey 

Goodness gracious I cannot believe I have been rocking the 21 day fix extreme since March!! {Hmmm...maybe I should rock a new program in May!}
Sometimes I get so into a program and routine I forget to stop and realize how far I have come.  So today I am stopping to share with you all my journey! 

I must admit -- I totally have a girl crush on Autumn Calabrese (she is the trainer who does the 21 Day Fix and 21 Day Fix Extreme) and love doing her programs.  I love the variety that the Fix and Fix Extreme provide.  Its a different workout each day and I love working all those the different muscle groups. 

The 21 Day fix is a program that forever changed the way I looked at clean eating and nutrition and when the 21 Day Fix Extreme came out I was pumped. 

I love how easy clean eating is on this program and the workouts offered -- I have even fallen in love with..... *gasp* PLYO day! (call me crazy--I know!) It seriously kicks my butt every time -- but in a strangely great kind of way.  I am a sweaty hott mess after the workout but I know I am trying to build a body that I am confident in.  I must admit pilates with a resistance band always gives me quite the go around, but I am growing in love! 

Check out one of my meal plans to see what type of things I can eat on the 21 day fix.  You eat 5 - 6 times a day and I always feel full! :) Planning it out ahead of time helps to keep me on track and more likely to stick with it.  

Have I stayed 100% on track with my eating and never missed a day with the 21 day fix extreme-- ABSOLUTELY NOT! 

I am not perfect and I don't try to be.  I am a goofball, a little quirky, and full of energy and enthusiasm.  BUT we all get tired, we all get busy -- and life happens.  


I get stressed, I eat some not so good for my body things.   I indulge in chocolate (my true love -- other than my husband).  Do I let that stop me?--No way jose!

I have had my fair share of sweets and treats on this journey.  I mean when grandma sends you some of your favorite triple chocolate cookies, you don't say no!!  When the girl scout cookies come in and you want some, you eat some! 
Its all about balance and moderation. If you completely deprive yourself of the things you love, you will be miserable.  So let yourself have the things you love -- just not all day every day!   

Have I missed a day here or there (or maybe 2 or 3 in a row)? -- YES! 
But I cannot dwell on the days that I miss.  I just keep pushing onward and try to make each day better than the last.  Missing a day happens -- life gets busy, but I try not to let it happen more than 2 days in a row because its hard to get back into it once I break.  

I use my challenge groups to keep me on track.  I work daily with some amazing coaches and challengers who help to keep me accountable.  I post my goofy post workout selfies along with my challengers.  I love seeing everyone support each other and cheer each other on.  

I may be busy -- I teach full time and spend lots of time and energy on all things for my classroom and my 22 little loves -- but you have to take time for you.   I can handle 30 minutes each day to take care of my body.  30 minutes -- that's not even 4% of your day! It may seem hard to find that time in the beginning, but I can promise you it will be totally worth it.  30 minutes of you time is good for your mind, body, and soul.  :) 

Here is what the 21 Day Fix Extreme did for me: 

I "quote" the before and after because I am not done! I am on a journey to be the best me and I am not stopping anytime soon!

For me -- it is not about being skinny for me, its about being healthy, happy and proud of who I am.  And each day I am getting closer.  

If you are interested in learning more about joining me in a challenge group fill out the application below! :) 

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