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Simple but Delicious!!

I needed to make something quick so I decided to use Lawry's Baja Chipotle w/ Lime Juice 30-minute marinade. I marinaded the chicken then I cooked it at 375 degrees for about 30minutes and then I broiled it on HI for approximately 5-10 minutes to give it a grill look and VIOLA...dinner! It was was simple but VERY DELICIOUS!! I did the same with fresh salmon and it was delicious also.

Happy and healthy eating!!

Insanity Before Pictures & Start of Week 4

Week 4 Day 1 on Insanity












Before Insanity











I have been enjoying every minute of Insanity...well maybe not every minute. This workout has truly challenged me both physically and mentally. I have done things that I never knew I would be able to do. From the pictures above you can see the difference in my stomach. I have lost a total of 6 pounds thus far, but more importantly I have toned and lost inches. My overall goal is to tone so I am excited that I have already noticed a big difference.

I have been sticking to the meal plan that came with Insanity but I did notice that today I was craving sweets!! Usually this is what happens when I reach my fitness goal and then I tell myself that's its ok and then I end up having to start back over again. I hope that this time I will be able to ignore the cravings and find healthier alternatives. I must say that the chocolate Shakeology with a tablespoon of peanut butter is a treat!!!

I have no intention on sabatoging my progress thus far so I guess I'll stick with my weight watchers desserts if I find that I want something sweet.

Happy Labor Day and keep P.U.S.Hing play!!!

Week 1 Down...Bring On Week 2!

I have completed week one and the workouts have truely lived up to the name INSANITY! They were all challenging, even the cardio recovery. I'm not used to that kind of recovery. I was still sweating like crazy. All though the workouts were challenging I LOVED THEM ALL! I hope my progress will inspire you to push play!

Turkey Chili

I am following the INSANITY workout meal plan and one of the meals is turkey chili. I found this recipe and decided to make it because I had most of the ingredients and it seemed quick and easy. ENJOY!!

1 pound lean ground turkey

3/4 cup each chopped onion, celery and green pepper

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce

1 can (15-1/2 ounces) hot chili beans

1-1/2 cups water

1/2 cup frozen corn

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drainedSour cream, optional

In a large nonstick skillet, cook the turkey, onion, celery and green pepper overmedium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain.Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, chili beans,water, corn and seasonings. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat tolow; cook for 5-6 hours. Add kidney and pinto beans; cook 30 minutes longer.

Garnish with sour cream if desired.

Yield: 13 servings.

Nutrition Facts -One serving:(1 cup)Calories: 190 Fat:4g Saturated Fat:1g Cholesterol:28mg Sodium:739 mg Carbohydrate:27g Fiber:7g Protein:13 g

Confessions of a Sweets Addict!

My name is Selena Tention and I'm a sweetsaholic!!! Yes its true, I'm addicted to sweets. It doesn't help that my dad is a pastry chef(Billy's Piece of Cake), hence the mouth watering cake to the left. I have constantly struggled with my weight, and I have tried different diets but I finally feel as thought I want to win the battle, once and for all.

Follow me, better yet join me, as I begin my new journey on Beachbody. I was drawn in by the Insanity infomercial as I was working out at work. I'm glad I was working out and not sitting on the couch stuffing my face, but nevertheless it caught my attention. I have seen several of the Beachbody infomercials and contemplated purchasing P90X several times but never picked up the phone.

If you know me, then you know I love to exercise, and I love a fun and intense workout. Insanity seems to be what I've been waiting for. Along with me sharing my experience with Beachbody products, I hope to share some healthy recipes that I find. In addition to exercising I love to cook. Hopefully I will inspire you to make progress, not excuses!

Selena
P.U.S.H. = Pray Until Something Happens!