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    Bikini Competition Prep- Peak Week! 5 Days Out!

    Here we are at 5 days out from show date!  Things are starting to get real and I am getting even more excited!  My suit is being overnighted tonight, I have two lifting workouts left and everything is scheduled!  Can’t wait!   

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    8 Days Out Bikini Competition Update

    Hi!  As some of you may already know, I’m currently training for my second bikini competition this year.  I did my first in April and went the road alone!  It was an exhilirating experience and I promised myself I would do it again, next time with more muscle.  Well, I decided on a show on June 27th and have spent the last 12 weeks eating, bulking, lifting, and getting ready for this next show.  I couldn’t be more excited!  I will say, putting on muscle in 12 weeks is not easy and I am hoping for the best.  This is a NANBF (naturals) show and I am looking forward to…

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    Vegetarian Couscous Salad

    Vegetarian Couscous Salad This is a favorite of mine.  A yummy, one-dish meal, perfect for an on-the-go lunch, or a light, healthy dinner. Ingredients: For the salad: 1 c whole wheat couscous 1 tsp EVOO 1 medium tomato (chopped) 1 c frozen peas (thawed) 1 can kidney beans rinsed & drained 1/2 tsp parsley 1/4 c low fat Feta cheese For the dressing: 3 tbsp EVOO 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp oregano 1/4 tsp sea salt 1 tsp basil Directions: Bring 1 1/4 c water to a boil, add tsp of EVOO and couscous.  Stir in, cover and remove from heat.  Let stand 5 minutes.  Spoon into large bowl, add…

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    Chocolate Shakeology Protein Bites

    Chocolate Shakeology Protein Bites Because sometimes when you have a snack attack, it has to be a cookie!  And when it does, this is a a perfect, healthy, alternative to a sugar-packed, ball of unhealthiness!  Ingredients: 1 c quick cook oats 1/2 c all natural peanut butter 1/4 c wildflower honey 1 scoop/packet chocolate Shakeology Directions:  Mix all ingredients until combined well in a bowl.  Roll into 1″ balls.  Refrigerate for 15 minutes.  Enjoy!  *You can also add 1/4 c flaxseed meal but may need to add a little more honey!