These are my Beachbody goals for the next few months. I’m going to work hard especially on my personal development. PHYSICAL development. Time to get toned and shed some unnecessary pounds! Let’s do this!
What are you personal goals for the next few months? Let me hold you accountable! Go team!
If you know me at all, you know that I love ANYTHING smore’s themed. Smore’s candy, smore’s candles, smore’s, smore’s ice cream – you get my drift. When I saw this recipe for Smore’s Shakeology I nearly died.
Healthy S’mores Milkshake:
1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 cup vanilla almond milk
2 drops vanilla extract
1 tbsp ground, sugar-free graham cracker sprinkled on top
I will be trying this ASAP. Has anyone tried it before? What’s the verdict? Delicious or delicious? orrrr delicious?
Oh my goodnes, I hope it is delicious!
One of the most amazing things to see when you watch dancers perform are the unbelievable number of leg muscles that show. Sometimes there are many that you don’t even think exist! Sure, this is a perk of being a dancer but not only dancers can have these muscles! YOU CAN TOO! And I’m going to tell you how.
Are these the legs you dream of?
Men, you can have sexy dancer legs too! Pure. Muscle. OMG.
ANYWAY, back to business. I found these different exercises on various websites and will be sharing them with you below.
Heel Raises or Releves (This exercise is SUPER simple and one that I do daily!) With your feet hip width apart or about 5 inches apart, raise your heels slowly and then lower them back to the ground. (Do 50, I dare you!)
Plie to Leg Sweep for upper legs and inner thighs
A. Stand tall with your heels together, toes pointing out. Step out to the side with your right leg, bending at the knees and hips to lower into a plie position. (Thighs should be almost parallel to the floor, with knees in line with toes.)
B. Press down on your right leg to return to standing. As you come up, sweep your right leg across the front of your body (this should be more of a lifting motion than a swinging one). Your leg should be about 2 feet from the floor, or as close as you can comfortably get. Pause, and return to plie position. Repeat 8–12 times on right leg, then switch legs.
Brazilian Butt Lift Touchdown
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointed forward.
Squat down until knees are bent 90 degrees.
Step left back into a deep reverse placing right hand along outside of right or touching the floor.
I challenge you to give these workouts a try and tell me how they make you feel! I personally, LOVE leg workouts. Some people like to run, this girl loves to pump out some leg workouts.
What is your favorite leg workout?
-Megan
Hello Friends! Don’t forget — I’m on Instagram! I share things about dance, fitness, health, motivational things as well as random things like cats or bunnies!
Ahhhhh! A recipe for a thin mint Shakeology?! Heck yes.
I’ve searched all over the internet for stories of dancers using Shakeology. Why? Because I was a dancer growing up and still teach dance. I know that dance is a sport that is not often thought about for health drinks etc. I wanted to know if dancers have yet to find Shakeology and if any had good experience with it. Anyway – Much to my surprise: I found very few. (Like…maybe one. And I think that one was a dancer asking if any other dancers have tried it…) That still didn’t answer my question though: Should a dancer’s diet include shakeology?
Here’s my opinion:
YES.
There are many reasons why I think a dancer’s diet should include Shakeology. I have been a dancer for 22 years and an instructor for 10. I have been to many dance competitions, recitals and performances. I have watched what dancers have consumed while having the knowledge of what they SHOULD consume. I have been both the one to eat and drink JUNK and one to eat healthy. I have found the convenience is very important to many dance families: fast food, subway, pizza etc but what is lost is health. Dancer’s SHOULD be one of the healthiest group of people out there. Let’s be real. It makes me sad to see parents letting their children eat junk. What bothers me even MORE is that teen and adult dancers are STILL choosing to eat these things. (I’m not sure a 52oz soda from 7-11 is the best choice right before your big show…)
I can’t be the only one who see’s dancer’s eating these things;
OR
*Sigh* I understand that the kids have long days ahead of them and need the energy but the way to get that is NOT through junk food!
Lets talk real quick about good options: Apples, bananas, granola, carrots, water, salads, quinoa, nuts, carbs of some sort {carbs give you energy- take a marathon runners diet for example}, REAL FOOD. (Ie things that are natural to the earth) When I was a competitive dancer, I will admit – I did not eat my healthiest. I lacked protein and never drank enough water. I ate foods that were fast and easy as I was always on the go. (If only I had an option like Shakeology!) And I’m not just sayin this to convince you to buy it….I’m telling you this because it’s TRUE.
When I was a dancing 15+ hours a week, ask anyone, I had so many blood sugar problems! I wouldn’t eat enough or I wouldnt eat the right thing and after I’d get off the stage, I’d many times be shaky and felt like I would pass out. I would NOT feel well. This also lead to a very cranky me…. (I’m sorry for all those who encountered that – Sorry Mom!)
Dancers/Dance Parent’s- PLEASE KEEP READING.
So, why should a dancer drink Shakeology? Because can you imagine the health benefits they will have when they start their day or drink before class, a glass of full nutrition that one could only get with about $41 of fruits and veggies?! Wowza! 🙂
I can’t stress enough how much of a different this drink can make in the life of a dancer. It’s more than just a protein shake. It is the healthiest, nutrient dense, super-food PACKED, chemical free, gluten free shake out there!
How exactly would Shakeology benefit dancers?
These are all things that can benefit everyone, even non-dancers, but imagine how your dancing can improve if you are no longer feeling groggy, bloated, hungry for junk foods, or feeling like you need caffeine. Did you know- consuming caffeine can cause or increase swelling in the body? This means that your joints aren’t as flexible or mobile as they could be. Buh Bye fluid movements and flexibilty! If you want to be the BEST dancer you can be then why are you not putting the best things out there into your body!?
If you drink other protein type drinks, I challenge you to take a look at this chart..
AHHHHH! Seriously, ya’ll…..
It’s time to cut out the crap and bring in Shakeology!
Still skeptical? Comment below with any questions you may have! And stay tuned to be the first to hear about a neat dance study coming up!
❤ Megan
*Please note: I’m not saying we should be putting all of our young dancers on diets – What I am saying is that we should encourage our dancers to make healthier choices and that our older dancers (teen to adult) would do nothing but benefit highly if they added Shakeology to their daily routine.
**These are my opinions and I am in no way a nutritionist or doctor.
Don’t worry. You’re not the only person that is seeing the effects of 4 cold months and comfort eating. We’ve all been there (and many of us are currently there!) We have 60 days until Summer is here. What do you plan on doing to lift your butt, tighten up those legs and tummy muscles, and feel better overall before summer gets here?
……
Any Ideas?
EVERY year we all go through this. “I need to get ready for bikini weather!” and then what do we do? Generally, not much. Maybe we run a little more or eat less carbs. Both are GREAT but maybe not the best possible plan of attack.
On April 21st, I will be personally taking part in the Beachbody Challenge: Brazil Butt Lift. That’s right. After this, I should have like a beautiful brazilian butt! {wait…what?} This is the first ever Beachbody fitness program that I will be participating in. (I currently do Shakeology, and love it!)
I am looking for a group of motivated women who want to tone up, slim down and feel better before summer arrives! Is that you?!
SO — What is Brazil Butt Lift?
Why does Brazil Butt Lift work?
“The secret of Brazil Butt Lift is Leandro’s proven TriAngle Training method. TriAngle Training works the three major muscles of the buttocks—the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and gluteus minimus—to reduce the hips, slim the thighs, and lift, contour, and shape the perfect behind.” – Leandro Carvalho, Former ballet dance and creator of Brazil Butt Lift
YES! I want to learn more about Brazil Butt Lift!
Step one: Join our information Brazil Butt Lift Challenge group on Facebook: Is Your Booty Ready For Summer?
Step two: Sign up for a free Team Beachbody account. (click Join)
Step three: Get involved on daily discussions, ask questions, watch videos etc. The more you learn about the program, the better!
YES! I’m ready to sign up for the Brazil Butt Lift Challenge!
Step one: If you’re ready to invest yourself into becoming a better and healthier you, follow the above link (Team Beachbody) and select Shop.
Step two: You want to be sure you are selecting the Brazil Butt Lift Challenge Pack (onsale now for $140 – includes Shakeology!) Also, be sure that I am listed as your coach. I will be there for you to answer all questions, keep you accountable and encourage you throughout the process. Together, you will succeed! </p
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