Becky's Fitness Blog » Recipes http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp Body Under Construction by Becky's Fitness Company! Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:42:40 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Tried and True? Or False? Coconut Cream Cups http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2010/02/08/tried-and-true-or-false-coconut-cream-cups-from-march-2010-clean-eating/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2010/02/08/tried-and-true-or-false-coconut-cream-cups-from-march-2010-clean-eating/#comments Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:08:44 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=609 From March 2010 Clean Eating

Hey Everyone!!!

So here it is- the bi monthly – Tried and True or False – recipe tester post…….last time – I tested the Almond Milk Rice Pudding – from the January Issue of Clean Eating – and it was AWESOME! I made some minor tweaks to the recipe- posted it and STRONGLY encourage you to try it! I made it for a dinner party – and my guests loved it! This time around – I tested the Coconut Cream Cups from the March 2010 issue of Clean Eating….I have been trying to ADD some new good foods into my daily diet – and with enthusiasum – I purchased my FIRST pound of TOFU ever for this recipe! I thought if it came out good- it would encourage me to try and cook more tofu at home (even though I try to avoid SOY products – it is a good meat alternative…..) So then I got to work!
And here is my review…..

MY DOGS WOULDN”T EVEN EAT IT. GROSS. The recipe was not complicated, looked exactly like it did in the picture……but the tofu based custard just did NOT work. It had an after taste and psychological effect – that just could not be overcome – even with extra coconut!!! So save your money, and your time and pick another recipe to try this week!

Do you have any good healthy coconut custard recipes to share??? POST THEM IN THE COMMENTS FOR ALL TO ENJOY! Please be sure the recipes are tried and TRUE!

As always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!
To your success and health,
Becky
www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

]]> http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2010/02/08/tried-and-true-or-false-coconut-cream-cups-from-march-2010-clean-eating/feed/ 0 Almond Milk Rice Pudding – TRIED AND TRUE OR FALSE?? http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2010/01/21/almond-milk-rice-pudding-tried-and-true-or-false/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2010/01/21/almond-milk-rice-pudding-tried-and-true-or-false/#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:16:51 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=563 So here it is! just like I promised – the NEW segment of my Blog –

Tried and True? or False!

We have all been there – reading a popular fitness magazine – glancing over the beautifully photographed recipes that look sooo yummy! Then we get inspired, go out, purchase all of the ingredients and decide today is the day I will start to eat healthy, and it will begin with this fantastic recipe I took out of _____ magazine. Then you spend the time, cook it, and it comes out looking absolutely NOTHING like the picture and tasting far worse then anyone could imagine, and with no other option because at this point you are starving, Chinese take out is on the menu for dinner! I want to help END the discouragment, the wasting of time and money – and put the trust BACK into the readers and testers of these recipes! So each week (or maybe every other week ;o)) I will try a NEW recipe from a national fitness / healthy eating magazine. I will then offer my HONEST opinion as to whether it was easy and quick to prepare, whether it looked anything like the picture in the magazine and most importantly – a taste rating!
The recipes that will receive the highest ratings will be fast, easy, fresh and TASTY! I will even take picture of the food I prepare! Now – the whole picture thing – that idea just came to me – and since I tested my first recipe – and ate it all – a picture of this first review is impossible….LOL – so the pictures will be in the next post for sure!

This week – I tested
Almond Milk Rice Pudding in Clean Eating Magazine (p37 January February issue 2010)

- 4 Cups original unsweetened almond milk
- 2 Cups cooked brown jasmine rice
- 3 4 inch peices orange peel, no white pith
- 1tsp pure vanilla extract
- pinch sea salt
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, divided
- 3 tbsp unsalted almonds, sliced and toasted, divided
- 6 unsweetened dried apricots, thinly sliced, divided

In saucepan set over medium heat, add milk, rice, orange peel, vanilla, salt and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 30 – 45 min. The pudding will need more stirring as it thickens into custard. Remove rice misture from heat, let cool, divide among 6 bowls and drizzle each with 1tsp maple syrup and garnish with almonds and apricots.

REVIEW: This recipe makes this yummy dessert a little more complicated then need be. Generally speaking – it was AWESOME! Yummy, VEGAN, healthy, ……..just a few tweaks make it a little easier…..I made the recipe a second time – with the following tweaks and it was much easier, quicker and just as yummy! I skipped the orange peel, salt, vanilla extract, toasting the almonds (what who does that???), and thinnly slicing the apricots – let’s face it – I will never do that…..and it would inhibit me making the dish on a week night….Here is my modified, QUICKER version of this great recipe!

- 4 cups unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
- 2 cups cooked brown jasmine rice
- 1 tbsp ground cinn.
- 1/4 cup raw nut and dried fruit mix
- Maple syrup

Followed the recipe – but used Vanilla Almond milk – used the fruit and nut mix and sprinkled it evenly amongst all 6 dishes of the rice pudding after – I skimped out on toasting the nuts and slicing the apricots. Then I put a dash of maple syrup over each dish of pudding – I am not sitting there with all of my measuring spoons for a DASH of syrup – and to ensure each person gets exactly the right amount of fruit/ nut misture – divide evenly among the dishes using your vision and knowledge of how to share! :O)

THIS RECIPE GETS A TWO THUMBS UP FROM ME! ENJOY!

Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!
Becky

www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

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Too many people use the excuse of New Year’s Resolutions to start exercising and eating healthy in the New Year (future) to justify going off the deep end and eating whatever it is they want during the holidays. This often leads to unhealthy weight gain that remains with us and tends to add up after New Year’s Resolution are forgotten by Jan 7! (hee hee) Isn’t that the cycle? Eventually, you will lose a few of the holiday pounds, but a few will stay too – which then leads to 3-5 pounds weight gain per year……hmmmmm

So! What I generally suggest is to resolve to start your New Year’s resolution EARLY – hit the gym hard, watch the food you eat closely, so when you do indulge at holiday parties – like we all do – the damage won’t be as bad.

Here are some tips to help you through this challenging festive time of year!

• Most important – Do not resolve to gain weight this holiday season!
o Do not allow yourself to overindulge regularly with the thought that you will enter onto a health and wellness plan come January 1 – when it is all over!!! Food, alcohol, sugar, it is all addicting!! To eat without limit, you will set yourself up for weight gain, lethargy, low self esteem and worse depression after the New Year. Try getting up and adding a hour of exercise to your daily activities while feeling like that!!! Yeah right! So start now and avoid those feelings……

• Be realistic!!!
o Eat sensible and understand while you may have a tendency to eat more sweets and treats than usual during the holiday season, use some discretion and self control. Really – you will thank yourself the next morning and January 2!

• Don’t go Hungry! Eat a sensible meal before your party or gathering. I typically choose a nice big bowl of fresh steamed veggies or a large apple and a big bottle of water.
o Try to arrive at parties with a full stomach; while this typically goes against the popular trend of starving yourself before a party – keep in mind that starvation leads to insanity and an insatiable hunger. Insatiable hunger – drives willpower and common sense right out the door; this is how most people gain weight! If you are full, you will have the mental strength to make better food choices and will have a tendency to eat less, rather than overindulging. If you have a full stomach your judgment will be more clear and your ability to exercise willpower is maximized. Then, you can then properly select and limit the treats you do decide to have.

• Bring a healthy dish to share; this is one of my favorite tips to avoiding holiday and party weight gain!
o A hostess is always grateful for thoughtful additions to a menu! My favorite healthy dish I bring to parties is Mom’s fresh Ricotta with fresh fruits. The recipe is in this Blog! It ensures I have a good, high protein, low fat, clean dessert – which tends to be my downfall at gatherings.

Mom’s Magical Fruit and Cheese
1 Quart Lowfat Ricotta Cheese
3 Tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla

Put all ingredients in a bowl and using an electric mixer, mix the ingredients for about 10 minutes until fluffy creamy texture.

Serve about 1/2 cup with chopped fruit of your choice. Berries, and cantaloupe are what we had this weekend! Enjoy!!!

• Try not to drink your calories and limit your alcohol intake.
o As you all know – weight gain boils down to this simple equation – CALORIES IN – CALORIES OUT. With that in mind – why would you waste calories on a drink?

o Yes – wine has calories, but not too many – here is the issue I have with too much wine…..it takes your judgment away! 2 glasses of wine – will cloud your judgment in making other proper food choices. So if you have an alcoholic drink, please be sure it is lower in calories, and please be sure to limit your consumption of the alcohol so as not to lose your judgment when making food choices.

o Your best bet is to avoid alcohol and calorie laden drinks (like eggnog) altogether, and stick with sparkling water. Want to snaz it up? Try sparkling water with a splash of cranberry juice and lemon or lime. Looks like a sexy cocktail and tastes great too!

• Go for the fresh fruits and veggies.
o These are always the best choice when it comes to calories, fat and nutrients. When filling up your plate, the more fresh fruit and veggies you eat, the less room you will have to eat calorie / fat laden foods. I hate to label any food as bad – and I hate the act of avoiding certain foods altogether, so I always advise my clients – go for the foods containing the nutrients your body NEEDS and the other foods later…..

• Make exercise a priority, and do it first thing in the morning!
o I know time is tight! BUT schedule your exercise in each day! Studies show that people who exercise first thing in the morning have a much better success rate at sticking with fitness programs than those who workout in the afternoon or after work. You may actually enter the New Year ahead of the game – already with weight loss and fitness gains!

• Wear form fitting clothes!
o This will ensure you keep yourself in check. When you pants get tight, and you become uncomfortable, let that be a warning, you have had enough to eat. Form fitting clothes are great silent reminders health conscious goals and a great way to ensure your holiday weight gain is minimized!

• Enjoy the holidays – and the treats, parties, friends and family!
o Don’t sweat the small stuff! Ok- maybe you went over board at a gathering….no big deal. Move on, workout and forge ahead! I always say- treat yourself like you would your best friend! Be forgiving and encouraging! This is a time to be happy and to celebrate the gifts of life and to share with others less fortunate. Keep the true meaning behind the holidays ……

There you have it! My tips to avoid weight gain during the holidays and always!

Now – what about the 2010 Resolutions???? NEW YEAR NEW YOU! Why not make 2010 the year that you transform your body? Your Life? It is possible – you simply have to make the decision – make a commitment and go for it!

Want to relieve stress? Improve your health? Increase your energy?

Call me to arrange for Phone Coaching so we can discuss the steps you need to take to start and stay on track with a fitness and wellness plan! My programs are designed to quickly and efficiently get you into the best shape of your life.

Lots of new things going on for 2010! New MP3 / Audio Workouts, New 4 week fitness programs, New changes to the Virtual Boot Camp, I Phone Applications and more!!! Stay tuned!

As always,

Stay focused until the Miracle Happens!
To Your Success and Health,
Becky

]]> http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/12/28/531/feed/ 0 Welcome to Becky’s Fitness Company! http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/29/welcome-to-beckys-fitness-company/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/29/welcome-to-beckys-fitness-company/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:00:26 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=520 Welcome to Becky’s Fitness Company! The FIRST EVER Full service Fitness Company located in Cyber Space!! All that you need to get Fit, Happy and Healthy on the internet!!!

At www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com you will find online personal training, the VIRTUAL BOOTCAMP, downloadable AUDIO WORKOUTS, interactive blog, healthy cooking classes and recipes, personal coaching and more!

Check out my video – explaining the services and products offered at the Fitness Company! Then stop by and see what we offer for yourself!

www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

Please do not hesitate to contact me – Becky to see how Becky’s Fitness Company can help you learn how to Eat Exercise and Be Happy!

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!

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Check out my exercise demo on how to perform a Squat with a resistance band!

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!
Becky

]]> http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/22/squat-with-resistance-band-exercise-demo/feed/ 0 Tricep Overhead Extension with a Resistance Band http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/19/tricep-overhead-extension-with-a-resistance-band/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/19/tricep-overhead-extension-with-a-resistance-band/#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:23:54 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=393 Hey everyone!

Check out my exercise demo video of a Tricep Overhead Extension with a Resistance Band!

Be sure to check out my virtual boot camp and audio workouts at www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!
Becky

]]> http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/19/tricep-overhead-extension-with-a-resistance-band/feed/ 0 Upright Row with Resistance Band http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/19/upright-row-with-resistance-band/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/19/upright-row-with-resistance-band/#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:21:22 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=391 Check out my FREE EXERCISE DEMO on how to perform an Upright Row with a Resistance Band

Enjoy and be sure to check out the virtual boot camp as well as my audio workouts at www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens,
Becky

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Enjoy! Be Sure to check out my Virtual Boot Camp and Audio Workouts at www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

As Always,

Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens,
Becky

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Enjoy! Be sure to check out my Virtual Boot Camp and Audio workouts!

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens,
Becky

]]> http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/19/v-sit-and-knee-pull-in-abdominal-exercises/feed/ 0 Walking Lunge http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/19/walking-lunge-2/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/10/19/walking-lunge-2/#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:14:13 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=385 Hey Everyone!!

Check out my exercise demo for a walking lunge!

Enjoy!

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!
Becky

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