Did you know that red bell peppers make you burn more calories?! *According to recent research, sweet red peppers can activate thermogenesis and increase metabolic rate. Someone get me a red pepper STAT!More reasons we should eat red bell peppers:1) They have twice the vitamin C and 9 times the vitamin A of their green cousins.2) They are an excellent source of vitamin B6 and magnesium.  This B6-Magnesium combo has been shown to decrease anxiety.  Also, B6 is a natural diuretic, so eat ‘em up to reduce bloating and prevent hypertension!3) They are packed with Lycopene!  In fact, red peppers come in just under tomatoes as one of the veggies highest in lycopene, which has been shown to aid in the prevention of cancer.Although the health benefits of red peppers are strongest when raw, try stuffing them!  Dress up this lady in red with ground turkey mixed with spinach, zucchini, quinoa, and a little tomato sauce. Yum!

Did you know that red bell peppers make you burn more calories?!

Did you know that red bell peppers make you burn more calories?! *According to recent research, sweet red peppers can activate thermogenesis and increase metabolic rate. Someone get me a red pepper STAT!

More reasons we should eat red bell peppers:

1) They have twice the vitamin C and 9 times the vitamin A of their green cousins.

2) They are an excellent source of vitamin B6 and magnesium. This B6-Magnesium combo has been shown to decrease anxiety. Also, B6 is a natural diuretic, so eat ‘em up to reduce bloating and prevent hypertension!

3) They are packed with Lycopene! In fact, red peppers come in just under tomatoes as one of the veggies highest in lycopene, which has been shown to aid in the prevention of cancer.

Although the health benefits of red peppers are strongest when raw, try stuffing them! Dress up this lady in red with ground turkey mixed with spinach, zucchini, quinoa, and a little tomato sauce. Yum!

Vrschikasana - Scorpion Handstand w wall assist for #letsgetflexyin2015 yoga challenge. First time attempting scorpion handstand so this is going to be a work in progress. One of the things I like about yoga is that it keeps one humble.  This one is way harder for me than a regular handstand because of my dislocating shoulders. The fact that the legs are off balance puts my shoulders in a position they don't like!

Vrschikasana – Scorpion Handstand with wall assist

Vrschikasana – Scorpion Handstand w wall assist for #letsgetflexyin2015 yoga challenge. First time attempting scorpion handstand so this is going to be a work in progress. One of the things I like about yoga is that it keeps one humble. This one is way harder for me than a regular handstand because of my dislocating shoulders. The fact that the legs are off balance puts my shoulders in a position they don’t like!

Taco(less) salad with turkey and black beans. A great protein and fiber packed meal that will leave you satiated and help you meet your goals. I use fresh squeezed lime and salsa as dressing. Mmmmmm de-lish! Clean eating doesn't have to be boring or tasteless. What is your favorite healthy meal?

#cleaneating #eatclean #diet #healthy #healthymeals #healthylifestyle #weightloss #weightlossjourney #salad #fitspo #fitness #fitjourney #fitnessforlife #fitnesslifestyle #lowcarb #lowfat #glutenfree

Taco(less) salad with turkey and black beans

Taco(less) salad with turkey and black beans. A great protein and fiber packed meal that will leave you satiated and help you meet your goals. I use fresh squeezed lime and salsa as dressing. Mmmmmm de-lish! Clean eating doesn’t have to be boring or tasteless. What is your favorite healthy meal?

#cleaneating #eatclean #diet #healthy #healthymeals #healthylifestyle #weightloss #weightlossjourney #salad #fitspo #fitness #fitjourney #fitnessforlife #fitnesslifestyle #lowcarb #lowfat #glutenfree

Smashed my HRM's goals with tough workouts this week! But I want to push through that 4k ceiling.

Smashed my HRM’s goals

Smashed my HRM’s goals with tough workouts this week! But I want to push through that 4k ceiling.

Guess what?! I now have a Facebook page! Come visit me there to get more workouts and health tips. ❤️ Link in my bio. Facebook.com/FitForceFx

#fitfam #fitness #fitnesslifestyle #fitspo #fitgirl #fitchick #fitforce #fitstagram #fitmommy #workout #workoutroutine #workoutanywhere #abs #sixpack #girlswithmuscle #girlswhoworkout #weightlossjourney #justdoit #justmove #noexcuses #fitnessforlife #fitmama #makingachange #weightloss #burncalories #homeworkout #facebook #weightlossjourney #fit #fitnessgoals

I now have a Facebook page!

Guess what?! I now have a Facebook page! Come visit me there to get more workouts and health tips. ❤️ Link in my bio. Facebook.com/FitForceFx

#fitfam #fitness #fitnesslifestyle #fitspo #fitgirl #fitchick #fitforce #fitstagram #fitmommy #workout #workoutroutine #workoutanywhere #abs #sixpack #girlswithmuscle #girlswhoworkout #weightlossjourney #justdoit #justmove #noexcuses #fitnessforlife #fitmama #makingachange #weightloss #burncalories #homeworkout #facebook #weightlossjourney #fit #fitnessgoals

My favorite breakfast. A cup of steaming green tea in my favorite mug, egg whites, blackberries and  @daves_killer_bread with natural peanut butter and a sprinkle of chia seeds. If you haven't tried Dave's killer bread you haven't lived! I don't feel guilty eating this bread! It's packed with protein, fiber, and whole grains with no artificial anything. They claim it will rock my world. And it does! I enjoy 1 slice a day in the morning. My fav mug reminds me to embrace the moment, whatever that moment may be. See the light in everything. #fitness #fitnesslifestyle #eatclean #eatcleantraindirty #fitfam #fitgirl  #fitnessforlife #fitmama #makingachange #healthyliving #healthylifestyle

My favorite breakfast

My favorite breakfast. A cup of steaming green tea in my favorite mug, egg whites, blackberries and @daves_killer_bread with natural peanut butter and a sprinkle of chia seeds. If you haven’t tried Dave’s killer bread you haven’t lived! I don’t feel guilty eating this bread! It’s packed with protein, fiber, and whole grains with no artificial anything. They claim it will rock my world. And it does! I enjoy 1 slice a day in the morning. My fav mug reminds me to embrace the moment, whatever that moment may be. See the light in everything. #fitness #fitnesslifestyle #eatclean #eatcleantraindirty #fitfam #fitgirl #fitnessforlife #fitmama #makingachange #healthyliving #healthylifestyle

My total for last week! Woohoo! I'm aiming to break through that 4K ceiling! Share your calorie burn with me! What did you burn? What is your goal? #fitspo #fitness #workout #fitgirl #fitchick #fitnesslifestyle #fitnessmotivation #calorieburn #polar #girlswithmuscle #justdoit #noexcuses #motivation #fitfam #fitforce #weightloss  #fitnessforlife #fitmama #makingachange #burncalories #fitnessgoals #healthylifestyle #weightlossjourney

My total for last week! Woohoo!

My total for last week! Woohoo! I’m aiming to break through that 4K ceiling! Share your calorie burn with me! What did you burn? What is your goal? #fitspo #fitness #workout #fitgirl #fitchick #fitnesslifestyle #fitnessmotivation #calorieburn #polar #girlswithmuscle #justdoit #noexcuses #motivation #fitfam #fitforce #weightloss #fitnessforlife #fitmama #makingachange #burncalories #fitnessgoals #healthylifestyle #weightlossjourney

The only person you need to be better than is the person you were yesterday.  Competing against others can be motivating for sure, but a more effective (and happiness boosting) desire is to be better than yourself.  Using the accomplishments of others can be great inspiration and motivation, but keep the focus on the real competition - YOU. Be the best version of yourself, not of someone else. Set goals to “compete” against yourself - push yourself to eat better, or get those ripped shoulders and defined legs you’ve always wanted.  Drive YOURSELF towards your greatness, don’t create unnecessary competition against others.  Strip away any self-imposed limitations and reach for what you want. Do it for yourself. You deserve it. You can do it!

#fitness #motivation #motivationalmonday #fitspo #fitnesslifestyle #fitnessmotivation #fitgirl #fitchick #fitmommy #fitforce #workout #exercises #noexcuses #strongissexy #fitstagram #photooftheday #training #fitfam #BestSelf #fit #girlswithmuscle #girlswhoworkout #justdoit #justmove #fitforce #weightloss  #fitnessforlife #fitnessquotes #makingachange #fitnessgoals #shoulders @athleticworx

The only person you need to be better than is the person you were yesterday

The only person you need to be better than is the person you were yesterday. Competing against others can be motivating for sure, but a more effective (and happiness boosting) desire is to be better than yourself. Using the accomplishments of others can be great inspiration and motivation, but keep the focus on the real competition – YOU. Be the best version of yourself, not of someone else. Set goals to “compete” against yourself – push yourself to eat better, or get those ripped shoulders and defined legs you’ve always wanted. Drive YOURSELF towards your greatness, don’t create unnecessary competition against others. Strip away any self-imposed limitations and reach for what you want. Do it for yourself. You deserve it. You can do it!

#fitness #motivation #motivationalmonday #fitspo #fitnesslifestyle #fitnessmotivation #fitgirl #fitchick #fitmommy #fitforce #workout #exercises #noexcuses #strongissexy #fitstagram #photooftheday #training #fitfam #BestSelf #fit #girlswithmuscle #girlswhoworkout #justdoit #justmove #fitforce #weightloss #fitnessforlife #fitnessquotes #makingachange #fitnessgoals #shoulders @athleticworx

Lean legs towel workout. Do 12 reps of each move, staying on the same leg. Then switch to the other leg. Complete 3 or 4 sets. Remember to contract your muscles as you come up and go slow. If you have a carpeted floor you can use paper or plastic plates. Have fun! #fitness #exercises #fitspo #workout #fittogether #workoutanywhere #homeworkout #bodyweightexercises #noexcuses #fitgirl #fitforce #weightloss  #fitnessforlife #fitmama #makingachange #fitgirlvideos
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Music: Executed Monster by Roberro
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Lean legs towel workout

Lean legs towel workout. Do 12 reps of each move, staying on the same leg. Then switch to the other leg. Complete 3 or 4 sets. Remember to contract your muscles as you come up and go slow. If you have a carpeted floor you can use paper or plastic plates. Have fun! #fitness #exercises #fitspo #workout #fittogether #workoutanywhere #homeworkout #bodyweightexercises #noexcuses #fitgirl #fitforce #weightloss #fitnessforlife #fitmama #makingachange #fitgirlvideos
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Music: Executed Monster by Roberro
http://ccmixter.org/files/Robbero/41427
CC Attribution (3.0)