Beachbody's Newest Program: Hammer and Chisel

Maybe you have heard of two of Beachbody's trainers named Autumn and Sagi! Well, these two teamed up together and have created Beachbody's newest program: Hammer and Chisel. It is going to be released on December 1st and even though it's Tom's Christmas gift, I am so excited for him to get it...LOL (I will definitely be borrowing this gift!).

What is Hammer and Chisel?
It is a 60 day home fitness program created by Autumn Calabrese and Sagi Kalev.  They are going to cut and shred you in just 60 days with cardio, strength training, abs and more! Hammer and Chisel uses the portion controlled container system to bring you an amazing nutrition plan that will knock your socks off!''

It’s all about focus, dedication, commitment and the willingness to push yourself to the limits.  It truly is incredible the kinds of results that the Coach test group has gotten from this program.  I’m so excited to share these results with you all.
If you have Beachbody OnDemand you can access 2 of the workouts and try it now. I am 100 percent committed to doing this program when it is released.

Are you ready to build lean muscle to keep your metabolism burning? You do not have to bulk up while doing a weight program! Am I going for skinny? No, I am going for fit and feeling good! All ages can do these programs. With a clean eating nutrition program, portion controlled containers, and killer workouts....let's work together for 60 days and get RESULTS!!

Look at some of the other test group results:

So how can you get it? What's the price?
You will have to wait until the release date of December 1st to get the program.
Here is the pricing info:

With this program, let's work together and make

 2016 our healthiest one yet!!!!

beachbodycoach.com/swawerek

Chalean Extreme reivew

During the summer my main program was Chalean Extreme. I started the last week of June and finished it about a week ago.
What made me choose Chalean Extreme? I was looking for  a weight lifting program. I love my cardio but I really wanted to start toning my arms more. I notice the difference and am happy with the results.
The program was fun...you worked hard...but you know you were accomplishing by the end of the daily program. I never felt defeated! Which for my personality is super important!!

Here are my before:

here are my after pics:

My favorite day of the program wound up being my Wednesday. It was fun to work it hard for the cardio aspect and then a cool down with the weights. I liked the intensity of that particular program!!! While 90 days was very long...I still enjoyed this program and the progress I was making while completing this program kept me going to the end!!!
If you have any questions on the program, please reach out to me!

Fall Into Fit(ness)

 I am so excited to have a new challenge group starting October 5th. The holiday season is quickly approaching (halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas/New Years). There will be bags of candy and so much more food! The average weight gain during this time period is 10 lbs. Do not let this happen to you. Let's work together to get fit and stay fit!!!

What is a challenge group??

A challenge group is an online, secret-style group where we all work together to hold each other accountable.  We share recipes, grocery lists, tips for success, and daily challenges!!! As crazy as it sounds, this crazy little challenge group is the SECRET to success!!


Do I have to diet?

ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!! I run AWAY from the word diet. Do not deprive your body of things you need!! You NEED carbs, you NEED protein, you NEED fruits and veggies, and you NEED a little sugar here and there :)
 We focus on clean eating. So throw that word "diet" out of the window!!! Because it is simply not what we do :)

Do I have to workout?

YES!! You do have to workout :) No shortcuts there!!! BUT you can ease into it! I am teaching you a lifestyle change! No more "quick fixes". You don't have to be a pro and you don't have to nail it every time!!  PROGRESS, not PERFECTION. 

HOW DO I SIGN UP???

You can either reach out to me on Facebook: Sarah Wawerek-Lodge or write to me at: sarahwawerek@gmail.com (subject line: fit into fall)

WHEN DOES IT START?? WHEN IS THE DEADLINE??

October 5th the fun stars!!! Deadline: usually takes a week for shipment!

Beachbody Performance Supplement

In late July Beachbody had introduced their Beachbody performance line. The line contains four powder drinks formulated with key ingredients to scientifically proven to be effective.

The above picture shows the four drinks. Let me explain each of the drinks:
Top left is the pre workout drink: Energize. Energize improves intense exercise performance, increases energy and endurance, and sharpens focus, and reaction time. The flavor is lemon.
Top right is the during work out drink: Hydrate. Supports hydration during exercise, replaces electrolytes lost during exercise, fuels working muscles, and improves endurance. Hydrate is a citrus flavor.
Bottom left is the post work out drink: Recover. Speeds muscle recovery, promotes lean muscle synthesis, combats exercise-induced muscle soreness, and improves muscle strength recovery. The flavor is chocolate (so yummy I almost forget to snap a pic!)
Bottom right is the drink you take prior to going to bed: Recharge. Supports overnight muscle recovery, improves overnight adaptation to exercise, promotes lean muscle synthesis, and reduces muscle breakdown. Recharge is a vanilla flavor.
There is also the creatine. This add-on has no flavor and mixes well with the Post-Workout formula to improve high intensity exercise performance, increase muscle strength and power, and enhance the effects of resistance training.


How did I like these?
I really enjoyed all four of these products. They all have a really nice flavor. I started my day off with my regular shake. You have to time these all right as they do have times suggested to take these (either prior or post workout). The energize be warned will give you a tingly feeling. I was told that this is normal. With the energize and the hydrate I could really feel myself pushing harder during my workout (currently doing Chalean). I was a sweaty mess too...more so than I ever am. Recover really cooled me down. The nice thing about the recharge was that it curbed a sweet tooth attack on Friday night (LOL). But I even woke up on Saturday with less muscle ache than I usually do after a good weight work out!!

I found these to be great products and like I said, really felt a difference with my work outs. I felt more energized and ready to tackle my program.

Note: If you are following the 21 day fix these do not count as any of your containers.

Citrus Chicken Tacos

It's been way tooo long since a post. With my husband being out of town I didnt cook anything exciting or I've been cooking up foods that I have already posted about! But tonight I have new one and it was delicious! Perfect for a hot summer night! Citrus tacos are now being served!!!

1 T mrs dash fiesta lime seasoning Juice from 1/2 grapefruit
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup brown sugar
pinch cayenne pepper
2 minced garlic cloves
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
3 thawed chicken breasts
1/2 lime

I mixed the first 8 ingredients in a bowl. Placed the chicken in the slow cooker and then topped with the mixture. I cooked on low for about 6.5 hours. I shredded the chicken. I served with tortilla, cheese, onions, pica de gallo, and lettuce. Super yummy!

It's the weekend...12 ways to stay on track!!

We’ve all been there. Workouts every day, healthy meals, and staying on track during the week– then come Friday night we throw our hands up and give into the happy hours, get togethers, desserts because its the weekend, and we miss our workouts. Come Monday morning, we are feeling slightly guilty but ready to start all over for the week and “get back on track“. Then what? The cycle repeats again… doesn’t it?

I say let's stop this cycle!! Here are some tips to a healthy weekend and wake up on Monday guilt free and ready to start the week off right!

1. Get your workout in! Don’t let it slip— do your workout in the morning, get a walk in during the afternoon…regardless of when you do it, just get it done.  I did the live work out from Nashville this morning. Since many of you have a beachbody account you can access the on demand for 30 days for FREE!!! The live workout I believe will still be there! It was AWESOME!

2. Friday night pizza night? Try out these healthy flatbread pizzas–easy to make at home, too!

3. Plan your meals out! Google is my  best friend– often you can find nutrition information for the dishes at the restaurant, especially if it is a chain like Olive Garden, Cheesecake Factory, Outback, Fridays, Applebees etc. If not, you can at least skim the menu so you know what your meal will be. Going in with a plan will help you stay on track.
4. Choose healthier meals when out. Look for words like baked, grilled, broiled, sautéed, and steamed in the food description. Avoid the fried foods, ask for sauces and dressings on the side, and aim for getting a veggie side instead of the fries.

5. Beat the sweet tooth! Try these healthy dessert like these healthy cookies or banana froyo. Enjoy!

6. Prep for the week ahead! Use Sunday evenings to meal prep and pack foods for the week and next weekend.

7. Drink a lot of H20! Water helps to keep your metabolism revving, helps you avoid overheating, and keeps you hydrated for all those activities you will be doing. This is one area that I am needing to improve on....soo tough to get all that water in!!!!

8. Grocery shop for the week! Stock the fridge with the good stuff. When you have healthy items on hand, that is what you will eat. What are some of your favorite healthy items to buy?

9. Find fun activities outside! Explore a local farmers market, find a fun yoga class, go to festivals, hike or go to the park– aim to do something active. Many of us in this group have kids (or grandkids)...take them to the park and run around with them! Our favorite park to run around (esp. this time of year is Plantation Woods).

10. Surround yourself with positive friends! Have fun and do something new together.

11. Start your mornings with healthy breakfast. If you start your morning with a donut and bacon.. more than likely your eating habits for the rest of the day won't be so hot! If you are short on time you can prepare overnight oatmeal or my choice, shakeology!

 12. Remember how you will feel on Monday if you throw your weekend health out the window. You CAN balance treats and healthy living without feeling terrible on Monday

If you need motivation to stay on track....we are all here for each other!

Fixate: new cookbook from Autumn Calabrese

Autumn Calabrese is releasing a new cookbook....and today is it's release date! Be one of the first to get this book :)

I'm so excited to announce that Autumn Calabrese, the creator of the successful program, the 21 Day Fix, is coming out with a new cookbook TODAY! In Fixate, Autumn takes her simple color-coded containers for measuring perfect portions and applies it to 101 of her favorite family recipes! So you’re not just eating tasty, healthy foods, you’re eating the right amount too. Each Fixate recipe lists color-coded container equivalents and nutrition facts, making it super easy to use with your 21 Day Fix, or any other workout program you’re doing. For example, one recipe might say it’s equivalent to a 1 red, 1 green, and 1 yellow container.

Plus Fixate also includes kid-friendly recipes, as well as Paleo, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian recipes. Just check out these Pineapple Chicken Skewers from Fixate. Don’t they look delicious!? It counts as 1 red, 1/2 green, 1/2 purple.

Are Fixate recipes easy to make?

YES! Just like in the 21 Day Fix, Autumn has kept the recipes simple. She also gives tips for preparing meals quickly, using letfovers, and stocking your kitchen with the right tools.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

Fixate includes Paleo, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free recipes as well!

Is Fixate ONLY for those who use the 21 Day Fix?

NO! Fixate definitely compliments the 21day fix, the 21 Day Fix Extreme, and the Portion Fix, but you can use this cookbook with any workout program since the nutritional information for each recipe is also provided.

How many recipes are in Fixate?

There are 101 of Autumn’s favorite family recipes. There will be breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, and dessert recipes!

What does Fixate cost?

Fixate will be $19.95 

There will also be an option to purchase the cookbook with the containers ($34.95)

Here is a link of a sampling of recipes that you will be able to find in the cookbook: http://www.beachbody.com/beachbodyblog/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2015/05/FIXATE-RECIPES.pdf

If you are interested in the cookbook, email me at sarahwawerek@gmail.com with the subject: FIXATE ME