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†Results may vary. Exercise and proper diet are necessary to achieve and maintain weight loss and muscle definition.

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Lighter Fare For Thanksgiving: Citrus-Herb Roasted Turkey

Another good recipe from the Team Beachbody Blog!

This roast turkey is basted in a delicious citrus, garlic, and herb sauce.

Total Time: 4 hrs.
Prep Time: 20 min.
Cooking Time: 2 hrs, 45 min. to 3hrs., 15 min.
Yield: 12 servings, 4 oz. each

Ingredients:
1 (12 lb.) fresh turkey (neck, heart, and gizzard removed)
5 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. finely chopped lemon peel
2 Tbsp. finely chopped orange peel
½ cup low-sodium organic chicken broth
½ cup fresh orange juice
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 Tbsp. paprika
1½ tsp. ground cumin (optional)
1½ tsp. dried oregano leaves
1½ tsp. dried thyme leaves
1 tsp. dried rosemary leaves
1½ tsp. sea salt
½ tsp. ground black pepper

Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 450° F. Position rack in the lower third of the oven.
2. Place oil, lemon peel, orange peel, broth, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in blender; cover. Blend until smooth.
3. Place turkey breast-side up on rack in roasting pan. Rub turkey with half of prepared dressing, including under the skin and inside the cavity. Reserve remaining dressing for basting.
4. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until skin is golden brown. Remove turkey from oven and cover breast with aluminum foil.
5. Return turkey to oven. Reduce heat to 350° F. Bake, brushing turkey with remaining dressing every hour, for an additional 2 to 2½ hours or until thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh registers 165° F. 6. Transfer turkey to a large serving platter and cover with foil. Let turkey stand for 10 minutes before carving.

Lighter Fare for Thanksgiving: Green Bean Casserole

The Team Beach Body Blog has created a lighter version of the classic green bean casserole with mushrooms and crispy onions, and we think it tastes even better than the original!

Total Time: 55 min.

Prep Time: 15 min.
Cooking Time: 40 min.
Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:
5 Tbsp. whole wheat purpose flour, divided use
½ tsp. paprika
½ tsp. garlic powder
1 medium onion, (½ onion thinly sliced, ½ onion chopped), divided use
3 tsp. olive oil, divided use
8 oz. sliced mushrooms
½ tsp. onion powder
3 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves removed and chopped, stems discarded
½ tsp. sea salt
½ tsp. ground black pepper
½ cup nonfat milk
2 Tbsp. dry sherry wine
1 lb. frozen French-cut green beans
1 cup nonfat plain yogurt

Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 400° F.
2. Combine 2 Tbsp. flour, paprika, and garlic powder in a medium bowl; mix well.
3. Add sliced onion; mix until well coated. Set aside.
4. Heat 2 tsp. oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add sliced onion mixture; cook, turning once or twice, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove from skillet and place on a paper towel. Set aside. Wipe skillet clean.
6. Heat remaining 1 tsp. oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Add chopped onions; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 4 minutes, or until translucent.
8. Add mushrooms; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the liquid released from mushrooms is almost completely evaporated.
9. Add remaining 3 Tbsp. flour, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper; mix until vegetables are coated.
10. Add milk and sherry; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until bubbly and slightly thickened.
11. Add green beans; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until heated through.
12. Add yogurt; mix until combined.
13. Place green bean mixture in casserole dish. Top with onion mixture.
14. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until casserole is bubbly.

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Hearty Vegetable Soup

New Recipe From Team Beach Body

Nothing satisfies on a chilly day like a heart homemade soup. This veggie-packed recipe makes enough for several meals and freezes well.

Total Time: 43 min.
Prep Time: 15 min.
Cooking Time: 28 min.
Yield: 8 servings, about 1½ cups each

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup white corn kernels
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, no salt added
3 cups low-sodium organic vegetable broth
1 tsp. dried ground thyme
2 bay leaves
1 cup broccoli florets (or cauliflower florets)
2 medium red or white potatoes, cut into ¾-inch cubes
1 medium yellow squash, cut into ¾-inch cubes
1 cup medium zucchini, cut into ¾–inch cubes

Preparation:
1. Heat oil in large stockpot over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion and carrots; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent.
3. Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
4. Add corn, tomatoes, broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
5. Add broccoli and potatoes; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes.
6. Add squash and zucchini; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes.

Lose Weight Over The Holidays?

Shakeology's your secret weapon against holiday overeating. Tired of packing on the pounds over the holidays, then kicking off the New Year by trying to lose them? Just because there's a ton of temptation everywhere you look doesn't mean you have to give in to it. The best way to resist taste-bud temptation (especially over the holidays) is with Shakeology®. That's what Paula did last year, and to her surprise, she actually lost weight instead of gaining it. And you can too. "Believe it or not, I actually lost 3 pounds over the holidays! Before I started drinking Shakeology, I would have been happy not to gain twice that! Shakeology makes me feel so full and it just takes away my cravings. The sweets were all around me, but the temptation just wasn't there." All you have to do is drink Shakeology before holiday meals and parties so you don't arrive starving, wanting to eat everything in sight. Plus, over time, Shakeology can help you kick your junk food cravings while fueling your body with the nutrients it so desperately needs.† Here's proof from nearly 3,000 daily Shakeology drinkers:* 81% feel it helped reduce their cravings for junk food. 3.1 hours is how long Shakeology kept them feeling full. 81% said Shakeology kept them full until their next meal. 72% said Shakeology helped them lose weight. So go ahead, enjoy your festive get-togethers -- but this year, drink Shakeology so you can take a holiday from overeating. And remember, 'tis the season to be healthy! Happy Shake-olidays! The Shakeology Team † These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. *Based on a survey of 2,769 Shakeology users who drank Shakeology 5 or more times per week and exercised 3 times per week. **Results vary. Exercise and proper diet are necessary to achieve and maintain weight loss and muscle definition. Michelle Fielder (443)760-0264 m.fielder@comcast.net More info: You have been sent an eCard If you cannot see the eCard please click here to view this card in your web browser.

One Way Exercise Makes You Smarter

From the Team Beach Body website:

As you exercise, your body changes. As you get fitter, you begin to lose weight, breathing becomes easier, and you build muscle throughout your body. But what is your brain doing during all of this?

Two separate studies, both from the University of Illinois, found your brain is doing more than just telling you to sit down and relax. Researchers at the Beckman Institute had kids and older adults exercise and examined the effects that doing so had on the brain’s white matter. Looking at white matter (instead of gray) was important in this case because white matter carries nerve signals though the brain, and the more compact the white matter is, the faster those signals travel.

Previous research has shown a correlation between aerobic exercise in children aged 9-10 and the size of their brain’s gray matter (the part of the brain that deals with memory and learning). This new research shows the more kids exercise, the denser the white matter becomes. In essence, our brains get faster and stronger as we do.

Researchers also studied adults aged 60-78 during a short study and found a similar correlation between daily exercise and tighter white matter in the brain. The more participants exercised, the less likely their brains were to develop lesions (changes in white matter), which is pretty impressive considering that approximately 95% of those 65 and older begin to show these lesions. A separate study at the University of Montreal reflects these findings and believes exercise helps to slow down cognitive aging.

However, there is a catch. The study revealed that even if you do exercise regularly but still lead a sedentary lifestyle, you may still be prone to white matter deterioration. Just one more reason to get up and move it throughout the day.

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7 Common Factors of Successful Weight Management

7 Common Factors of Successful Weight Management

By Michelle Chichester

These days, the topic of what's in food is probably less important than what youYou're working hard to lose the weight and get in shape. You bought a Beachbody® workout program. For some people, the results they've worked so hard for slowly disappear as bad habits return. Some wonder how "those thin people" can stay that way all the time. In 1993, the National Weight Control Registry (NWCR) was founded to study the behaviors of "successful losers." Those studied lost an average of 72 pounds, with a minimum weight loss of 30 pounds, and were able to keep the weight off for at least 5 years. Looking at various studies on obesity, the researchers found 7 common factors among those who were successful in maintaining their weight loss. 1. Eating a low-calorie, low-fat diet Those studied ate an average of 1,385 calories per day (plus or minus 557), with an average of 26.6 percent coming from fat. Although 26.6 percent from fat may seem high to you, it is lower than the typical American's diet, which consists of simple carbs and ready-to-eat, low-cost processed food. Also, the researchers found that fast food visits were limited to less than ONE per month (step away from the fries!). 2. Participating in a high level of physical activity Those studied burned an average of over 2,600 calories per day. This calorie burn came from doing normal, everyday physical activity, including a lot of walking. In fact, over 75 percent of the participants included walking as a form of exercise, with 48 percent of the total participants adding walking to other forms of exercise. Think it can't be done? The next time you go somewhere, try parking a little farther away and walking, take the stairs instead of the elevator, get off the bus or subway one stop sooner, or walk the dog around the block the next time you want to reach for a snack. It's a great way to get in a little more exercise time. 3. Limiting TV viewing I heard something great the other day. Someone said that they had always made excuses about not having enough time to exercise. Yet, they always fit in 3 hours of TV viewing every night. Instead of plopping down in front of the TV at night, try to find other things to do. Why not take this time to pop in your favorite exercise DVD? Take a walk with your kids, read a book, or take a class. Not only will it get you moving, it also stimulates your brain in a way that TV viewing can't. It can also kill that urge for mindless snacking while watching TV. 4. Eating breakfast Those studied rarely skipped breakfast. After "fasting" all night, your body actually needs the energy that a healthy breakfast can provide. Eating breakfast makes you less likely to grab that pastry in the kitchen at work or run out for fast food at lunchtime. It also keeps your metabolism going, so that your body doesn't shift into the "protect and conserve all fat" mode. 5. Maintaining dietary consistency To the successful weight losers (or winners!), "diet" is not a bad word. They are always consistent with how many calories they are eating. There is no "cheat" day or falling off of the wagon during holidays or vacations. 6. Maintaining a high level of dietary restraint This goes along with factor #5. Those who are successful at weight loss are always conscious about the types of foods that go in their mouths. When you are trying to maintain your hard-deserved weight loss, be conscious of the types of foods you are eating. One hundred calories of your favorite candy treat are not the same as 100 calories of a protein shake. But, if you "mess up," don't beat yourself up. Those who are successful at keeping the weight off jump right back in where they left off, which leads us to the last common factor . . . 7. Frequent self-weighing Seventy-five percent of those looked at by the NWCR weighed themselves at least once a week, with almost half (44 percent) weighing in every day. This allowed them to keep track of any weight gain (or loss) and to address it before it became a "big" problem. Also included in this self-monitoring behavior was the continued counting of calories and fat grams. This continued "reinforcement" goes a long way toward keeping you on track for a slimmer today and healthier tomorrow. From the Team Beach Body website

Easy Mini Pizza Recipe

Easy Mini Pizza

Eating right is about eating healthy, not cutting out all the foods you love. Enjoy this mini pizza featuring chicken, basil, mushroom, and more veggies!

Total Time: 18 min.
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: 8 min.
Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients:
1 (6-inch) whole wheat tortilla
2 Tbsp. tomato sauce, no sugar added
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
¼ cup sliced mushrooms
2 oz. broiled chicken breast, boneless, skinless, chopped
¼ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
4 slices medium tomato

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 400° F.
2. Place tortilla on baking sheet. Bake for 2 to 3 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
3. Spread tortilla with tomato sauce; top with basil, mushrooms, chicken, cheese, and tomato slices.
4. Bake for an additional 4 to 5 minutes, or until cheese has melted.

Tip: For a gluten-free version use a spelt or brown rice tortilla. For a vegetarian version eliminate the chicken and use soy cheese.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 146

Fat: 5 g

Saturated Fat: 2 g

Cholesterol: 33 mg

Sodium: 303 mg

Carbohydrate: 10 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 2 g

Protein: 15 g

P90X/P90X2 Portions (per serving)

½ carb/grain

½ dairy

½ vegetable

P90X3 Portions (per serving)

½ protein

1½ carb

½ fat

Body Beast Portions (per serving)

1 starch

½ vegetable

1½ protein

21 Day Fix Portions (per serving)

½ green container

½ red container

½ blue/orange container

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6 Pack Abs?

So I'm incredibly proud of myself and efforts today. I was for the first time ever I was able to complete my ab workouts without a break in the middle of the exercises!
6 pack here I come...maybe, but I can hope!

So instead of my usual 30 minute workouts over the weekends I started doing a shorter 15 minute ab workout from Rev Abs, mostly to save time but still get some sort of exercise in. I guess its helping!