Get your booty movin'!!! Fitness Videos Playlist!

After talking with a few of the girls on my team this week, we all had one thing in common...the holidays toooottallly threw us off our game!! YOU ARE NOT ALONE!! Im right there with ya trying to get my booty back to working-out everyday, especially after being sick for almost a week over Christmas... So, heres a couple things I have to share that I sent to them and now sharing with you all as well, and hope it will give you a little motivation and help you through the hurdles....

1. We all hit plateaus!  
http://www.isagenixhealth.net/how-to-break-through-weight-loss-plateaus/

http://www.isagenixhealth.net/cant-make-the-scale-budge-11-questions-to-ask-yourself/

2. You do NOT have to go to the gym to get your work-out in! 

No excuses people! I have 2 kids, run a full time business from home, am incredibly busy all the time, so I wake up an hour before my kids, workout for 20-30 min in my living room 4 days a week and I'm done for the day. Thats it! Super easy! You dont need expensive videos or a gym membership, just a space and an able body and mind!

YouTube is my fave go-to place for any type of workout and best of all, its all FREE!!! So, even if you cant find anything you prefer on my personal playlist, there is something for everyone on YouTube!

My favorite videos to work-out to are:

My personal YouTube Fitness Videos Playlist: (Over 100 videos for you to choose from!) http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL749pD66P10MEn-sttxlZJKA9X8XKSzF1

Tone It Up girls Karena and Katrina in Manhattan Beach, Ca. (SoCal! Woot woot!!)
I may have a soft spot for them because I lived in Manhattan Beach for 8 years and everytime I watch their videos on the beach, it makes me miss my old stopping grounds and well, they are just super fun and awesome! www.toneitup.com

Blogilates by Cassey Ho- She has a super awesome "Extreme Abs" video on my playlist that is a killer! (you have been warned! haha!) www.blogilates.com

BodyRock- This website has some incredible workouts perfect for men and woman! They also have a website full of healthy recipes and everything you need for your healthy lifestyle! It helps that Jacqui has my dream bod that I aspire to have one day! #fitspiration

http://www.bodyrock.tv/workouts/

Burpee Queen- My fellow teammate and friend Kelly Mase!
This super Mom and personal trainer will get your booty into shape quick with her down to earth, very quick videos straight from her home! She keeps it real and is so funny! Love you Kelly and thanks for always keeping our team in top-top shape! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb18X9J0-bY1WEp94QrPM0Q

Follow me on Youtube: Fit, Balanced ISA-Lifestyle: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0DR2735EYv3lZTf6EjNxPw

FOR THE KIDDOS!!

Cosmic Kids Yoga- We LOVE Cosmic Kids Yoga! Heres a full playlist of a ton of fun yoga videos for your kids to keep them active as well!  Best work out with your kids is to DANCE IT OUT!!! Put on fun music and dance with your babies!! It always guarantees laughs and good exersion of all that extra energy they have!
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL749pD66P10Pksf_G3cA_5H6L5KlgO1DW

www.gonoodle.com - I learned about this website from my daughter. She mentioned to me they learned about it in school and she was really excited about it! It is such a great site for many different exercises and music that get kids moving and is super fun!!

Healthy Recipes-
Here's a master list of all my fave go-to websites for healthy meals, snacks & shake recipes!

Lori Harder: http://www.loriharder.com/recipes/

Isagenix: http://www.isagenix.com/en-US/products/recipes

Tone it Up: http://toneitup.com/the-recipes/

Blogilates-Cassey Ho: http://www.blogilates.com/recipe-index/

Minimalist Baker: http://minimalistbaker.com/

Pinterest

Post Work-out Recovery-
Recovery after your work-outs is just as important as the work-out itself. Stretch those torn muscles out and then heal them with high quality protein! You will have alot less muscle soreness the next day and flood your body with optimal nutrition! 
My favorite protein drink on the planet is Isagenix Isalean Protein shakes! They provide organic, grass-fed whey protein, loaded with amino acids, live-active enzymes, tons of great vitamins, minerals and macro-nutrients for a full meal replacement! 
Also- gluten free, soy free, Non-GMO, dairy free and taste amazing! 
Our whole family enjoys the great nutritional benefits from these shakes!

9 Reasons I chose Isagenix (From an RN, certified Health and nutrition coach & Yoga instructor) http://thewellnurse.net/2014/12/9-reasons-chose-isagenix/

Lets get moving!!!

-Angey
Isagenix Crystal Manager
angeygrotberg@yahoo.com
www.angeygrotberg.isagenix.com
Follow me on Instagram: fit.balanced.isalifestyle

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Healthy Muffin & Bread Recipes!

  Working in the health and wellness field, I get a lot of questions about, "What can I eat?"
My response is always, "Everything is fine...in moderation! If you feel you are depriving yourself of something you enjoy, you will most likely binge on it at some time. Sooo...eat what you love, just smaller portions."
As we go into the new year, I wanted to share some of my favorite go-to recipes from my own cookbook (hence the pics, literally taken out of my cookbook!) and hopefully it will make your morning a little bit easier as you're rushing around getting ready for the day.
Also, a great tip- Preparing meals and snacks ahead of time will not only save you time, but save you unwanted calories!
One thing I love is muffins and cake! So here's some of my favorite muffin recipes and also a breakfast favorite, Egg Salsa Muffins! They are super-protein packed, easy and stay fresh for days in the fridge! Best of all, most of these are kid-approved! Get them baking with you, the more they are involved, the better chance they will love them!

Happy Baking!
Angey

PS- I absolutely LOVE Cassey Ho!
Here is an amazing list of her healthy recipes for every meal! There is surely something for everyone on here!
http://www.blogilates.com/recipe-index/

Leave your comments below with any faves that you have as well!
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Gluten-Free Kitchen Must Haves!

 Today, I had a dear friend of mine contact me and desperately needing advice on the gluten free lifestyle. She requested a list of Gluten Free items to pick up, soo it got me thinking about when we first had our son diagnosed with Celiac Disease earlier this year. How much of a frantic, anxiety filled state I was in. Having no idea what gluten really was or feeling like I had been unknowingly poisoning my child for God knows how long with sweet desserts and wheat grain bread..but it was organic! Oh, the horrors that were running through my mind! What had I done?!?!
Well, after the fear of, "What the heck can I feed my child who is already Type 1 diabetic?!" wore off... I got to work.
  I scoured the internet and as my eyes crossed nightly in a gluten-free abyss. I have since learned that you literally have to take it one recipe at a time. Over the course of this year and many trial and errors of having things turn out terrible, we have new family favorites and substitutes for old family recipes. We also live in the best time ever to have received this challenge. With almost every grocery store now providing more Gluten free options and its more accessible, this makes it alot easier than even 5 years ago.
My friends phone call inspired me to put together a master list of items for must-haves in your gluten-free kitchen! I know if I would've found this earlier this year, it would've saved me alot of time, stressful moments and money! I know if she is thinking of it, it has to be on other peoples minds as well! We are all here to help each other on this journey of health improvement the best we can! Hope this list helps make your gluten free days a little easier! I know Im probably missing some amazing must-haves, so pleeeaase leave your faves in the comments below! :)

Here's some of my GF kitchen must haves, as well as some healthy alternatives :

• coconut flour
• Almond flour (best deal at costco)
• GF Baking flour (Red Mills is a great brand)
• Quinoa
• Rice (brown, jasmine, white or wild)
• Corn or rice pasta (trader joes has the cheapest and best)
• Xantham gum (baking aisle)
• Quick rising yeast packets (for homemade pizza dough)
• Corn Flakes (to crush up and use as breadcrumbs for recipes, also fried chicken, etc.)
• Organic Gluten Free Old-fashioned Oats- (can blend and make oat flour)
• Coconut Oil ( A must, I use this in everything!)
• Maseca (Instant Corn Flour)
• UDI's Gluten Free Bread, bagels, pizza and muffins
• Rudi's Gluten Free Bread (GF bread products are usally found in the freezer aisles, just fyi)
• Gluten Free Beer- Apple Ciders usually - A must, of course!
• Gluten Free Taco Seasoning ( yes, some seasonings have gluten in them..ugh!)
• Potatoes of any kind

GF Cereals:

• Corn Flakes
• Post Pebbles- Cocoa or fruity
• Chex
• Kix
• Rice Crispies
• Natures Path cereals (our favorite is panda puffs and koala crisp)
• Trader Joes and Costco have a great selection of really yummy GF cereals!

Sugar alternatives: ( All can be a replacement for white sugar)

• Applesauce- no sugar added (great for baked products if you want them extra moist!)
• Truvia
• Local honey (also great to combat allergies!)
• Real Maple Syrup
• Agave Sweetener
• Almond Butter
• Dark Chocolate Chips

 Also, my sons special dietary needs has inspired me to grow in my knowledge of health & nutrition and I've since become a Health & Wellness Coach for a nutritional company called Isagenix. It provides organic, gluten free, Non-GMO nutrition, which has been a huge help for our family! Especially great for optimal nutrition for busy lifestyles! My kids love it and I know they are getting the best nutrition possible!
For more info check out my webinar below, as well as a great article for reasons why I chose Isagenix for our family, over many other nutritional companies.

You can contact me at: angeygrotberg@yahoo.com
Find me on Instagram: gluten_free_fit_momma
www.angeygrotberg.isagenix.com

Isagenix For Healthy Parents & Kids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsThjaIYyyU

9 Reasons I chose Isagenix (From an RN, certified Health and nutrition coach & Yoga instructor) http://thewellnurse.net/2014/12/9-reasons-chose-isagenix/

Delicious Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes! Perfect for the Holidays!

  Sooo, I know its a day after Christmas and the Holidays are coming to an end, but these delicious recipes I personally made (and are all kid- approved) can be made anytime and cook book worthy! I found these online and tweaked them a little to my specifications. I have found it very difficult to find a REALLY good gluten-free cookie recipe, so when I find one, I cherish it like gold! My husband is the hardest critic and he even commented on how good they tasted for being gluten free! These are copies out of my personal cookbook, so I hope you all enjoy them and leave your comments below! Happy Holidays everyone!

  PS- My husband, son and I spent 3 hours baking cookies on Christmas Day and brought them to the local firehouse for the few men that had to work on Christmas Day. It's sorta become a ritual since we live across the country from our families. We really enjoyed it, especially Parker! The fireman let him up in the different trucks and took out some of the tools they use and showed him how everything works before they had to rush off for a call, definitely worth the hours of baking for them! :)