Who are you? Consider making a difference in both your life and the lives of others.

Guys this makes me smile so big! I got a few of my teammates together to post a picture of who they are, or what they represent, what definition resonates with them. Look how blessed we are! All of these beautiful people come from many different backgrounds, different careers, different parts of the country but we share one BIG thing in common, we want more out of life and we want to help others feel the same. 

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Are you a person who says....

I could NEVER COACH. 

I could NEVER do what you do. 

I don't have time.

I am not "fit" enough. 

I don’t know yoga.

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Here is the thing...... 

Those are excuses and they are just holding you back from the life you were meant to live!

ANYONE CAN BECOME A COACH if you have a DESIRE and DRIVE to make a difference in people’s lives. 

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Another secret.....you will find the time. You will learn as you go. YOU are just what this world needs to make a difference. YOU are the only one who can offer your unique gifts. YOU are enough and YOU are perfect for this just like all of these women here. 

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We come from all walks of life, each with our own story to tell, our own WHY. Many here don’t do yoga, some do, Yoga is not a team requirement at all. 

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New coach mentorship starts in one week and there are some spots left that will be gone before you know it. 

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‪#‎WhyNotYou‬ ?? 

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Email me and let’s get your spot clinched! It will take one hour a day ONLINE. What are you waiting for?

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momwhatsfordinner@yahoo.com 



Get some Motivation this Monday with this amazing transformation

It is #MotivationalMonday and no one motivates me more than my best friend Penny. This right here is her 2 year transformation.

I would be lying if I didn't say this Woman right here wasn't a HUGE part of my why when I started. Working through my recovery and finding an education in nutrition and movement, I was eager to share what I learned. 

I was so excited when Penny told me she wanted to work through her recovery too. Through superfoods, and a COMMITMENT to improving her health... she has totally turned her life around. Penny has done many of our programs. I started her out with 21 day fix. She also does cize and P90 and some P90X. She is the supreme example that it is NEVER too late. She fights type one diabetes and thyroid disease... so she has the excuses... but she pushed through them. Can you tell i am SO PROUD!?!💪

If you are ready to make a change. Please contact me. We have a large team of people with stories like mine and Penny's. We encourage each other, motivate each other, are there for each other when we fall... cuz we ALL fall... it is how you get back up and rise from the ashes that matters. 

We have a new support group starting June 6th. Would love to help you find a program that will work for you and have you join us! 

What are you waiting for? 

All levels, shapes, and sizes welcome. 👇

momwhatsfordinner@yahoo.com

Get a free glimpse into coaching with team nourish

Have you been watching me and my team out of the corner of your eye? Maybe we have talked briefly about the opportunity but your not TOTALLY sure its right for you. You have some reservations, some things you don't quite understand, some questions still to be answered .

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You are certain that you WANT more out of life, that on THIS day you would rather be ANXIETY free and not worrying about going into work tomorrow , completing projects that you aren't super passionate about. YOU WANT to be a CEO but not a BOSS, you want something of your own with someone to mentor you through it who has done it and mastered it, you WANT to be a part of something bigger than you where you HELP people everyday find their LOVE of their bodies again as well as your own :) Then you are what I am looking for :) Here is the link :

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http://tinyurl.com/GlimpseIntoNourish

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Go there to watch a free Glimpse Into Coaching with Team Nourish. If you want an insider view of WHAT coaching is all about , what I do everyday , what you can expect from ME as your coach, what coaching will look like in YOUR life, the possibilities and what it could do for YOU and your family <3 ..just="" .="" any="" cost="" email="" expectations="" facts="" feel="" free="" me="" momwhatsfordinner="" no="" obligation="" questions="" span="" to="" with="" yahoo.com="">

Dance and raise money for Canadian wild fires in Alberta

How to donate $5 without giving a dime.... Just dance and log it onbeachbodyondemand.com

Come on... Help!!!!!
Pay it forward simply by dancing!
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Massive wildfires in Canada have forced more than 88,000 people from their homes,

Today!!! Saturday 5/14 our company will be donating $5 to the Canadian Red Cross for everyone who gives this first program in the series, "Country Swing" a try on ‪#‎BOD‬

All you have to do is login to Beachbody On Demand, try "Country Swing", and we'll donate $5 on your behalf to help the people in Fort McMurray whose lives have been turned upside down by this tragic disaster.

It's OK if you don't have #BOD

Sign up for the free membership to try here:
http://tinyurl.com/FreeCountryHeat
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Small acts of kindness change things. Get up off your booty and dance and help us help out these displaced people! 

Hip Hop Dance your way to fitness

Hey everyone!  I want to just let you know of a new group that will be starting soon.

If you like to dance, love Zumba or just want a break from the traditional workout (no lunges, squats or push ups here), you are going to absolutely LOVE this! I cannot tell you enough how this program is SO so much fun ... and absolutely perfect to get the kids involved! Who doesn't love to dance?!

What is different about this program? It is choreographed hip hop by professional dancers to current popular music that is on the radio now. :)

I will be hosting an exclusive challenge group starting the day after Labor day (to allow some holiday fun first) September 8th where we will all dance our way to a bikini body along with a brand new complete meal plans from me!

Extra perk: 

Who wants to come dance with me? 

I am a certified cize live instructor, but the Cize program is different than Cize live. So at the end of this group, I will be giving a free cize live session on google plus for all to do with me :)

Want in?

Simply go to www.nourishthecommunity.com and click "Take the Challenge" or email me at momwhatsfordinner@yahoo.com and let me know you want in and I will get you all the deets. 
Or click to purchase HERE.

Don't wait. Groups fill up fast!

My favorite multi-purpose legging

I am a pretty well rounded gal. I like the beach and the mountains. I love the water, and I love the sand. I love my yoga, and get high off a good cardio session. So what is a girl to do? My solution was Luna Jai. Their capri's are multi-functional. Suitable for the beach, the gym, the yoga studio, and suitable for the pool. 

What I love the most about these capri's is that I can go from a hardcore insanity max 30 workout to a vigorous vinyasa class without having to change. I have a lot of nice yoga pants, but if you are jumping up and down hardcore with Shaun T, they don't stay on. Gravity takes over and you are constantly pulling them up. Not with Luna Jai. I like that I don't have to think about anything but my workout when I am wearing them. 

My other favorite thing about Luna Jai is their bright colors and patterns. I love to express myself with color. Before my yoga days my Mom used to always say I wore black. Can't say that about me anymore! I love wearing them. The colors make me happy.

Best part? If you want them, you can get them %15 off with code: momwhatsfordinner at checkout.

I run many challenges hosted by Luna Jai check them out on Instagram @lunajaiathletic 

Organic and Non-Gmo... no problem!

Today I want to give a huge shout out to Jimbo's Naturally. They recently sponsored Nourish the Workshop and helped us provide Parents and Kids with a wholesome meal at our yoga and nutrition workshop. 

I decided to take a longer time than usual during this visit to Jimbo's so I could show you why they are so great. 

So let's go in shall we? 

If you follow me, you know my passion is all about ending the trend of obesity in this nation. I believe it is 80% nutrition and 20% exercise that will do it. Fueling your body with wholesome whole foods that are non-gmo and organic is the first step to a healthy life. That is why Jimbo's is so awesome. They strive to have a non-gmo store and do their best to label accordingly so you are always educated about what is in your food. Even though I try to stay away from packaged food as much as possible. There are some healthy ones out there like my favorite brown rice cakes that are a great go-to for lunches and snacks. So happy they are non-gmo and organic! 

The produce at jimbo's is amazing. I could spend all day in that section. Oh the possiblities!!! Thank you Jimbo's for having nothing but the best! 

What I am holding here is a daikon and it is one of my go-to veggies for kids. Why? Because you can make cute shapes out of them, and they are pretty much tasteless. Which means they adapt to whatever flavor you dip them in. I serve these cute skewers with my greek yogurt ranch dip and the kids go crazy.

Teaching the next generation about wholesome food is the only way we can break the cycle. Getting them to learn healthy food is yummy and fun is so important!!! Many of these kids had never had a daikon before. It is like a cross between a radish and a carrot. Texture of a radish, with a bland flavor like a carrot. 

With all this amazing produce donated by Jimbo's 

I was able to teach the parents how to make healthy fun food for their kids, while they enjoyed a fun yoga class from Heather Foat! She played yoga bingo with them and got some of their energy out while I met with the parents. 

  The parents got to ask me questions and create something fun!

So their kids came out of class with a full fun plate of healthy food to eat! 

I want to extend much love and gratitude to Jimbos' Naturally for supporting our cause to bring movement and nutrition to EVERYONE! 

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Now Hiring Life Changers

"You can do everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want." -Zig Ziglar

It doesn't matter if you are a stay at home Mom or a Corporate Leader. We have all types on our team; Nurses, Teachers, Moms, Authors, College students and so much more. Many have now "retired" their job to be a full-time‪#‎Girlboss‬ on our team. ‪#‎WhyNotYou‬?

I am just finishing up a retreat with these life changers, and I am fired up to find the next round of ladies that want something more. I will need 10 hours a week of your time. You can do this job from anywhere in the U.S. and Canada. If you are on your fitness journey, I want you! The term ‪#‎GetFitGetPaid‬ has a whole new meaning for me now. Eat right, exercise, and motivate others to do the same and you will skyrocket on our team.

I am starting up the next training session and I have room for 5 people to work one on one with me and learn the ropes. Email me momwhatsfordinner@yahoo.com and let's change lives... starting with yours! We have exciting things coming up like a Cruise to Jamaica and our summit in Nashville. Don't miss out! Contact me today. 

If you want a family in fitness, this is it! ‪#‎helpwanted‬ ‪#‎nowhiring‬

Book 1 on the shelves, Book 2 released next month, Book 3 in the works!

Hi guys! I know my posts on here have been few and far between lately. Thought I would come on here and let you all know that I am alive!  There is a lot going on. As you all know, my first book Gluten-Free Made Easy hit the shelves this week. 

You can now go pick one up at Barnes and Noble, Books and Things, or order yours at Amazon.

I have been busy doing events where I get to meet you all and sign your books. It is a lot of fun! My next event is this weekend at the big Keil's event. 

Come on out for a ton of free swag, and stop by my table to get your book signed! 

While this is all exciting and wonderful, I have even more exciting news. My 2nd book Gourmet Cooking For Two will be coming out next month. 

This book has been a labor of love. The result of learning how to cook again for just two people. There is a nice romantic tip with each recipe to help you spice up your love life in the kitchen. It is also my first 100% solo book. I did all the writing and all the photography. So it is quite an accomplishment for me! 

While this book is not labeled "Gluten-Free", there are a lot of gluten-free recipes in there. This is the perfect wedding gift, so I am super excited that it will be out in time for wedding season. Stay tuned. I will let you know when it hits the shelves. 

It may seem I have been busy enough with just those two books, but I have even more exciting news. I recently signed a contract for my 3rd book. This is the one that I am passionate about. The title is called:

#instafood - The beginner's guide to eating healthy and staying fit. 

The book is set to be released next spring. I am diligently working away on this book that is targeting 18-30 year old's. The ones that no longer have coaches, parents, and teachers telling them to get off their rear end and move. They don't have mom to cook their food and pack their lunch. They are out in this fast food world without a prayer.  This book will have all whole foods. It will teach them how to easily eat healthy and stay fit. With motivational quotes and yoga poses to help them along the way. 

I will be promoting the book on my yoga page on this blog, so stay tuned! 

So with a book released, a new one almost out, and a third one in the works, the blog takes a back seat. I am so so so excited about everything that is going on. I could not have done it without you and all of your support so thank you! I love you all and I will be on here off and on to catch up with all of you. In the meantime please enjoy over 1,000 free gluten-free recipes available to you on this blog. If you want even better ones, there are 100 recipes in my book that have not been published on this blog. The best recipes are reserved for the book. Get yours today! You can now go pick one up at Barnes and Noble, Books and Things, or order yours at Amazon.

Gluten-Free Made Easy Launch Party

Recipes, writings, and deadlines, oh my! 

I have been so busy with this project, it is time to stop and enjoy the fruits of my labor. 

I want you to join me! Come on out to the beautiful new space Trilogy Sanctuary on June 7th for some food, drinks, yoga, book signing, and more! I will be there to sign your copy of Gluten-Free Made Easy as well as answer questions and just to have FUN! 

Mark your calendars. June 7th from 12 noon to 3pm. 

#30DaysOfYoga challenge

Putting the word out that #30DaysOfYoga challenge will be starting up May 1st on instagram. Participants agree to drop to their mat every day for 30 days. The time of your practice is up to you. After your practice, post a picture of one pose of your choice and a status update on what you got from their practice. It can be anything form your own words, an insightful quote, or some song lyrics, Just something that resonates with you after your practice. Then you must use the hashtag #30daysofyoga. and tag sponsors @momwhatsfordinner and @lovepuravida At the end of May one lucky participant will win a goodie bag with yoga tanks and leggings from our sponsors. These gorgeous leggings are by @kdeerhauteyoga and the tank is from @KiraGrace #yoga #yogi #inversions #challenge #giveaway #fit #instafit#healthy #asana #workout #om #workhard #yogatothecore #fitness#instachallenge #instayoga 

Who wants free tickets, free food, and an autographed copy of my book? #Giveaway

Giveaway alert!

Today I am giving you the chance to win a free ticket to the San Diego Gluten-Free Food Allergy Fest, and a signed copy of my book Gluten-Free Made Easy. 

We’re having a party and you’re invited!  Living Without magazine wants you to know that living with a food allergy or sensitivity doesn’t need to be about deprivation and missing out.  On the contrary, what you’re “Living Without” is all the horrible symptoms and medical problems you had before understanding what allergens you needed to avoid.  So, come join us, over a hundred of our favorite exhibitors and thousands of our closest friends as we celebrate LIVING WELL!!

Our nationwide series kicks off in the Spring of 2014 in San Diego, CA and will expand to seven cities by 2015.  At every event, you get to sample tons of gluten-free, allergy-friendly foods, learn from experts in the community and hang out with others who understand our world.

For entry, please use the rafflecopter widget below. 

Excited to meet you at the festival! 

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First Book Signing for Gluten-Free Made Easy

Exciting news! 

I have my first ever book signing! I will be in San Diego at:

Come out and get your book and get it signed by me!

May 3rd 2014, Saturday: 10am to 6pm

May 4th 2014, Sunday: 10am to 4pm

WHERE

The Town And Country Resort and Convention Center

500 Hotel Circle North

San Diego, CA 92108

(619) 291-7131

If you like my recipes, please support my work and get my cookbook! Featuring 150 recipes, 100 of which are not on the blog. That's right! 100 new recipes! Gluten-Free Made Easy is the perfect guide to your new lifestyle! Learn dozens of tips and tricks for avoiding gluten and over 150 tasty, simple recipes. Going against the grain has never been easier!

"Gluten-Free Made Easy" is available for sale at Barnes and Noble, Books and Things, Cedar Fort, Amazon and many other great bookstores.

Besides coming out to support me, you won’t want to miss the fun. Here are 7 reasons for attending: 

Food! Food! Food! Prepare to gorge. You can eat your way–safely!–through the exhibit hall. Then go back for more. This alone is worth the price of admission.

Free Samples! Yes, lots of them. LOTS. Your favorite companies are giving away products and money-saving coupons. And you can sample products from new companies that you’re going to love. We promise. You won’t go home empty-handed.

Meet Others Who Get It. You will not feel alone. Gluten-free folks and those with food allergies will be out in force. Meet your neighbors in this very friendly, supportive community and make new friends.

Amazing Baking Advice. Cooking demos by our expert chefs (the best in the nation) will show you how it’s done. Having trouble with gluten-free baking? We’ll answer your toughest baking questions. Need help with ingredient substitutions?   You’ll learn about delicious options and how to use them. Plus, we’ll share valuable tips to save time and money in the kitchen.

Get Our Best Recipes. We’ll be sharing many of our reader-favorite recipes. Hint: Get ready for a delicious, fail-proof pizza crust. Another hint: You’ll never make a lousy muffin again.

Life-Changing Info. Get the latest inside scoop on medical research, nutrition, best ingredients, product labeling, testing, treatments, and much more.

Meet the Living Without team. Come chat with us. We are really looking forward to meeting you. And we want to hear what’s on your mind.

San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival Grand Tasting

This last Saturday, November 23, 2013 I was blessed to attend the Grand Tasting Event for the San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival. Like every year, it was held at the beautiful Embarcadero Marina Park North. 

It was so beautiful outside, the perfect day for this event. Thousands of people showed up to enjoy this event. 

We were able to take in the beautiful San Diego Bay and enjoy the ocean breeze as we partook in the largest, most talked about wine and food festival in Southern California. 

It is glass clinking, celebrity watching, swishing, swirling, mouth watering kind of fun! 

With over 700 different wines being poured at this year's Grand Tasting, we couldn't make it to all of them. We got to taste from a wide range of domestic and international wineries, discover new labels to add to our home collection, and visit old favorites.

My favorite part is tasting 70 of San Diego's Top Chefs culinary creations. I love watching the chef's in action!

What makes it so amazing is these chefs pulled out all the stops to wow us for their chance to win over $50,000 in cash and prizes! So the food was top notch!

As if 70 chefs weren't enough they also brought together over 30 gourmet food companies for us to nosh our way through.

Even if you don't like wine. There is plenty of cocktails and beer to enjoy. If you are just there to eat, they even have designated driver tickets at a significant discount. 

Celebrity chefs were on hand in the Festival product booth to autograph copies of their best selling cookbooks.

Malarkey from "The Taste". 

Once again, this was the San Diego event of the year. If I could only do one event each year, it would be this one. The dates for next year have not been announced yet, but it is almost always in November. So make sure you make it next year!!!