I can't find the time!

So the excuse you are running with these days for not taking take of yourself is you don't have time....right....very lame, you know this. Busy seems to be the new normal but does it have to be? Are you busy doing things you love or is your life out of your control? Listen up! You are in control of your life, level of busy and overall peace of mind. No more excuses! There IS time to take care of you! The secret is to make that time. That does not mean saying it, but DOING it! Align your daily plans around taking the time to take care of you! You eat breakfast relatively around the same time everyday, right? Now look at your schedule and decide when you will take care of yourself everyday. Start with 15 minutes...meditation, cup of tea, exercise or simply just sitting down for those 15 minutes will begin to be your new favorite time in your schedule. As this habit forms over the next month, add onto that "take care of myself" time. You can't burn that candle stick from both ends and expect to feel healthy, full and satisfied. It will catch up to you. Only when you take care of you, can you truly be whole, no excuses! Find yourself in those 15 minutes and run from that busy you held so tightly to for too long. It's time for you! :)

Recipe YUM

Being-FIT4U is about enjoying life healthfully one bite at a time! And with all those great workouts you're getting in, you need to FUEL UP with good nutrition without sacrificing flavor! Get creative in the ️kitchen reworking your favorites into delicious and FUN meals, snacks and on the go treats. This is one of our favorites from #sixsistersstuff Packed with a delicious bite, you'll be satisfied and happy and that is BFIT4U! Cranberry Walnut Tuna Salad on Apple Slices Author: Six Sisters Stuff Prep time: 5 minsTotal time: 5 mins Serves: 10 Ingredients 2 ( 5oz) cans tuna 2 tablespoons of Miracle Whip (or if you prefer mayonnaise) 3 tablespoons Craisins 1½ tablespoon chopped walnuts ⅛ teaspoon garlic salt ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder 2-3 larger apples (I used Gala) Instructions Rinse and drain tuna from can. In a bowl combine, tuna, Miracle Whip, Craisens, walnuts, garlic salt and garlic powder until well combined. Cut up your favorite kind of apple (I used Gala) into thin slices. Place a spoonful of the salad onto the apple and spread it around a little bit. ️Enjoy!

For your sweet tooth!

So you're eating right and feeling great but you still need to satisfy your sweet tooth, right? Of course, we all do! And without treats here and there, you could fall right off that healthy food wagon! But treats don't have to be unhealthy! Try this protein packed vegan ice cream and do good from POPSUGAR Fitness and satisfy those cravings while still being healthy and satisfied! Protein-Packed Vegan Ice Cream NOTES This recipe makes two servings, so if you have no one to share it with, freeze the second half in a reusable glass container. Then be sure to place it in the fridge before you head out for your long workout, so when you come home, it'll be thawed enough to enjoy. If it's still too hard, pop it in the microwave for 8-10 seconds. INGREDIENTS 2 frozen bananas 1/2 cup frozen strawberries 2 tablespoons unsweetened soy milk 1 scoop vanilla plant-based protein powder (I love Vega Sport Performance Protein) 1 tablespoon raw almonds, chopped DIRECTIONS Add the frozen bananas, strawberries, and soy milk to a blender, and puree until completely smooth. (This may take a few minutes to allow the frozen fruit to soften.) Add the protein powder, and puree another minute or so. Scoop out half the ice cream, top with half the chopped almonds, and enjoy! 204 calories a serving 15g protein Makes 2 servings

Start, Stop AND Begin again...

Happy New Year B-Fitters! Have you gotten your New Year's resolutions in motion to be the best you can be? Listen up! Your best means your heart, your soul, your body's rhythms are all in sync. So how do you make all this happen this year? One day at a time....start small and your big goal won't seem so out of reach. AND as we are always preaching here at B-FIT4u, COSISTENCY is key! You must do something good for yourself EVERYDAY in order to make a difference in your overall health. Sound daunting? Not really if you break it down like this....15 minutes everyday do a form of exercise. See no one is asking you to climb mountains! And this is the thing, you may eventually work up to climbing mountains, but for now slow and steady equals consistency to make the much needed change you're looking for. Up your cardio for heart health (of course always consult a doctor before beginning any new exercise) or bring out those weights or use your own body to strengthen and tone! Food wise, bring more vegetables into your diet to aid in digestion and energy to stay focused on your goals. This is the year you choose yourself over "busy". Don't tell me you don't have 15 minutes? Ya dig? You got this B-Fitters~Go get it!

Never say Never....New Years Resolutions 2016

Happy New Year 2016-B-fitters!! It's that resolution time...are you ready to take care of you this year? How about we all stop saying "never" and I'm going to try! Try something new as your resolution this year....adopt an all veggie dinner night once a week, get creative in your workouts, keep consistency in your healthy routine. Consistency is key! Workout, take the time for YOU each and EVERYDAY! All you need is 20minutes a day to feel good, to take a moment and look at you- You as a whole person, body, mind and soul. Your health is the key to achieving all your goals this year. Take care of YOU and the rest will fall in line. Be well, be real, and B-FIT4U in 2016 :) Cheers to YOU!!oxoxo -~FoodieGIRL

Soup's on!

Soup.... Let's talk about it! It's a wonderful way to get a full, yet slimming belly without a ton of calories. Easy to fix and fabulously heart warming, it's a one bowl meal packed with veggies and protein. And sure it's great to make a batch of homemade soup on a Sunday and have it portion controlled in Tupperware for the week, but if you don't have that kind of time, canned has come a long way! With low sodium, healthy choice options like Campbell's Chunky healthy choice. Sooooo gooood and soooo filling with amazing creamy options like chicken and dumplings. You get a comforting meal that has the calorie count and fat all figured out there for you! And it's delicious! Pair your soup with whole grain crackers and you have a great meal. So ditch those toooo comforting belly busting winter meals for soup, fill up not out, Ya dig? ;

"Slim" Comfort

Baby it's cold outside....you just sang that last line didn't you! It's hard not too right? There's a little Fa la la la laaaaa in the air whether you're ready for it or not, and Tom the Turkey has no say in the matter! The weather is changing and so is your wardrobe...but what about that waistline? Do you really want to find yourself 10 lbs. heavier this holiday season? Or are you ready to challenge yourself to B-FIT4U? Sure with colder temps comes belly warming foods BUT that doesn't mean your workouts fly out the door! Keep up that movement everyday; it won't only keep you healthy and trim, it will de-stress you when dealing with those unforeseen anxiety ridden talks with your Aunt Gerty at Thanksgiving, you get our point! Keep up those workouts! Don't let weather be your excuse to fall off the healthy wagon! And comfort food can easily be trimmed down! Yep! Turkey meatloaf anyone? Smart balance "butter" spread in those mashed taters? Fill those casseroles with more veggies than cheese. While you're at it, think veggies all around that plate before you go for a second helping of anything else. And veggies are oh so comforting when roasted and carmelized in the oven. So don't make excuses for your unhealthy living by blaming it on Mother Nature. The truth is she's going to make the sun shine and the temps rise sooner than you think, so be prepared to throw away those bulky sweaters with healthy pride! You got this, B-Fitter!