Journey to healthy

RI don't know when it happened, when it just clicked. Maybe in between coffee and the rubber band trick. What's the rubber band trick? When your pants are a little too snugged, so u use a hair tie, through the loop to give you that extra space. Heart break, is an under statement, when  you slide on your old over-sized pants, and well there way too small. So that day, I made a health run, and decided enough was enough. I've been feeling so sluggish, and tired all the time. These are my must haves for starting a fitness journey. 

Must Haves: 

Mason jars-Storing smothies and over night oats in these.
Water bottle-This should be a staple for every one. I will try to drink 8-10 cups a day.

Nutribullet- Im a huge fan of smoothies. Makes for quick an healthy snacks.

Journal- Track food and fitness. 

Making a plan is super important to your success. Meal prepping for the week, and loading your fridge with yummy health foods, will keep the hunger monster at bay. Also, setting meal times, and work outs in your schedule. I find that, it helps to have my phone alert me so I don't miss a meal. I have an accountability buddy for those days I wanna skip a work out. They're great for motivation, and we like to make it into a mini challenge. 

Strawberry blend

Flavor of the week. I kept it super simple this week. I purchased a large bag of mixed berries. It had blue berries,strawberries, cranberries, and cherries. This blend helps hide any veggie flavor, since kale is not my favorite, but has so many health benefits. I buy in bulk to help with meal prep, so often times I mixed frozen with fresh fruits. Mix an enjoy. 

1/2 cup berries blend

1/4 kale

1/4 spinach

1/4 fresh strawberries 

4 oz coconut water

4oz water 

Also, I'm totally excited about my new pineapple case. It's perfect for summer bright an vibrant. in case you didn't know I love PINEAPPLES. Enjoy your weekend ladies. 

Green

So here is my smoothie of the week. I try to constantly change an try new recipes so I don't get tired of the same old drink. I drink two a day. I love the smoothies because they help curb hunger, while staying on track. I'm not a huge fan of greens, this is a great way to get them in to your diet. 

Recipe 

1/2 a banana

1/2 Apple

1/4 cup mango

Handful of kale an spinach

8 oz water or coconut water

Blend and enjoy. I personally like my smoothies really thick but you can always add more water to make it lighter. I will admit, it's not the prettiest looking smoothie but it is so, so yummy!!