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BEFORE & AFTER story – Merry Sedlak

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Meet my new friend, Merry.  The first time I met her I said, “WOW, YOU HAVE SO MUCH ENERGY!”  I couldn’t help but say that out loud (weird thing to say first off maybe… but I couldn’t help it… she DID).  She was overflowing with joy, passion, excitement and I wanted to know her story.  So many people seem to have a dark cloud over their life from stress, lack, sickness, depression and discouragement… but not this girl!  I found out this wasn’t always the case…

“January 17, 2012 – Physically, emotionally and financially we were broken we prayed for a solution.  We were introduced to Advocare from our dear friends and heard HOPE that our situation could be different!  We decided right then and there to make a change.  We started the Advocare 24 Day Challenge and had AMAZING results.  I lost 14 lbs and 17 inches and Anthony lost 20 lbs and 20 inches!  Needless to say we knew everyone could add value to their life, health and finances through this vehicle so we got very intentional to share our story and help as many people as we could.  Fast forward 2 years and a miraculous pregnancy (we struggled for 8 years and tried every medical intervention possible).  We had our son via IVF  in 2008 but had not been able to sustain a pregnancy until Advocare helped my body to do what it’s created to do.  Advocare does not make medical claims and I know that the Lord blessed us with Genevieve but I also know that Advocare enabled my body to do what it had previously not been able to do.  Anthony and I have lost over 100 lbs combine and have been able to help hundreds of people find physical and financial freedom.” Merry Sedlak

Thank you Merry for sharing your story and encouraging us!!! 

Merry lost 50 lbs in 2013 and she will loose 30-40 lbs in 2014 AND run a 1/2 marathon!!!  You go girl!

If you need a kickstart or maybe even a new start, take the 24 Day Challenge and start writing YOUR story.  We want to see you succeed.  Email ashley@ashleybensonfitness.com for a free evaluation and we will get you set up on what you need to reach your health & wellness goals!



 
MAY WE ALL HAVE AS MUCH ENERGY AND LIFE AS MERRY!  

JANUARY 14, 2014 – NewsChannel5.com | NASHVILLE NEWS

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Check it out!  I was on the news today introducing Tye4 to the Nashville area!
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JOIN THE 24 DAY CHALLENGE!!!

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Last year we took the Slow-Carb Challenge here on the blog and we were very successful! It was a lot of fun doing that together! I still hear stories on how that 6 week challenge set you on a path to better health AND I LOVE THAT!!! We learned some valuable info about food and how our bodies respond to that food. That’s not to say that we won’t slide every now and then but we are on the right path!

Now, I’d like to introduce you to my hubby, Jeremy.  He’s a cool guy.  He has a degree in Kinesiology and received a Personal Training Certification, NSCA. 

 

Together we are TEAM BENSON and we would like for you to join the team!


This year TEAM BENSON is adding a second layer to our journey: SUPPLEMENTS! There are many misconceptions and misinformation regarding supplements and we would love the opportunity to clear the air.
Supplements are designed to fill in the gaps of what’s missing in our daily diet. Every time we eat we have a choice: we either

  • Eat to NOT be hungry.
  • Eat because of cravings.
  • Eat to fill an emotional need.
  • Eat to support nutrition today.
  • Eat to support nutrition today, strengthen our body for the future AND to repair damage that already exists.

Using food alone to reach the goal in the final point is nearly impossible for the average person because of lack of knowledge and our poor condition of our food.  This is why we take a multivitamin, but many people are wasting their $$$ and not getting the benefits they hope to achieve.
 Consider joining us in a 24 DAY CHALLENGE! Be a part of our COACHING GROUP and not only will you get results in 24 days, even more valuable, you will be set on the right path and understand how to use supplements in a way to support your nutritional needs today AND years from now!

By joining our coaching group you will buy the 24 Day AdvoCare Challenge from this site and you are in!  That’s it!  Here’s what you get out of the group:


* All the supplements you will need including a gentle herbal cleanse, omega-plex, 2 different boxes of SPARK (vitamin energy drink), meal replacement shakes (your choice of flavor), MNS system (including multi-vitamin, omega-3 and probiotics)

* Personal coaching on

  •    the supplements you are taking
  •    why you should take these supplements
  •    how to choose supplements that actually work
  •    taking supplements on a budget
  •    how to eat to support your efforts with supplements as well as exercising

* Direct access to Ashley or Jeremy with questions and coaching 
* Workout and training tips along the way
* And don’t forget RESULTS!!!  You will feel better and look better after this challenge!!!

Take a look at the challenge step by step here.

Jeremy and I have used AdvoCare products for over 10 years.  This is good stuff.
JOIN THE 24 DAY COACHING GROUP BUY ORDERING HERE
 
WE ARE YOUR COACHES
WE ARE EXCITED TO TAKE THIS JOURNEY WITH YOU!!!

#teambenson
 

HEALTHY COOKING SHOPPING LIST

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  This list —» lots of meals.  
TROPICAL TRADITIONS
  • Coconut Oil – the best kind – click HERE to check it out!
ADVOCARE
  • Spark – Vitamin energy drink. Check it out HERE.
“the most nutritionally advanced energy drink on the market”, has 21 vitamins, minerals & nutrients to provide healthy, balanced energy, mental focus, long lasting
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Join us in the 2016 NATION-WIDE ADVOCARE ALL IN 24 DAY CHALLENGE
click here for more info

 

 

IT’S ALL ABOUT FOOD!

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recipes…  

24 DC = Advocare 24 Day Challenge   SCD = Slow Carb EatingSOUTHWESTERN OMELET – 24 DC, SCD
STIR FRY PIZZA – SCD
ZUCCHINI LASAGNA 
TOMATO BASIL SOUP
SLOW-CARB SANDWICH – SCD
3 MINUTE MEAL – video/SCD

smoothies AND shakes AND working out…

 

about food…

supplements…

food reviews

MUNG BEAN PASTA – (24 DC)

eating out…

EXERCISING IN THE HEAT

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Happy Monday!
 
I hope you can fit in some workouts sessions in your schedule this week!  
Let’s make this week a good one that gets us closer to our goals!
 
Looks like we are going to have some hot and humid days ahead.  Exerising in these conditions intensifies how hard the body has to work to maintain normal function. 
So here are some tips in staying safe if you are exercising outside…
 

  • Hydrate ahead of time…research suggests that drinking plenty of cool water prior to exercise will preemptively cool the body and may boost performance in hot weather!
Try this:
Drink plenty of fluid 2 hours before workout.  Drink 5-10 fl. oz every 15 min during exercise. Drink fluids with electrolytes, like ADVOCARE Rehydrate
during and after workout.  This is all we give our kids.  No gatorade for my family!
  • Wear light colored clothing
  • Let your body acclimate to the climate.  Gradually getting your body use to the heat can result in better sweat response, lower body temp, and lower heart rate!
  • If you have the choice, workout in the morning when temps are lower
  • Use 

    Frogg Toggs Chilly Pad Cooling Towel 

    to keep you cool!  

     

    They work really well.


     Stay safe and have a great workout!  If you exercise outside in the summer, let me know what you do and how you say cool!

PRE & POST WORKOUT NUTRITION

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 We work hard during our workout sessions, but this is only the beginning of the process in reaching our goals.  Our body works around the clock – especially while we sleep – building and repairing muscle after a workout.  I want to make sure we take FULL advantage of our workouts by feeding our body appropriate pre- and post workout foods!  Eating smart before and after the workout can give the body what it needs to burn fat, gain muscle and recover to its full potential!  
 
PRE-WORKOUT FOODS…
You want to grab a snack 30-60 minutes before your workout to provide your body with energy it needs to push through and sustain your workout.  
Here are some of my favorite pre-workout snacks from a list that Greatist.com published:
 
  • Dressed Up Oats  Load up on carbohydrates for a longer workout with ½ cup cooked steel-cut oats topped with 1 tablespoon dried fruit and 1 tablespoon shaved almonds.
  • Yoberries A-Go-Go For the perfect blend of carbs and protein, try 1 cup non-fat vanilla bean Greek yogurt — which often packs more protein and probiotics than regular plain yogurt — with ½ cup fresh blueberries.
  • PB Apple  For a quick carb fuel-up, slice 1 medium apple and serve with 2 tablespoons all-natural peanut or almond butter.
  • Fruit and Cottage  Top ½ cup cottage cheese — a low calorie and higher protein option — with ½ cup fresh pineapple, berries, or melon. 
  • Pre-Workout Drink  Muscle Fuel – because sometime it need to be THAT easy!
POST-WORKOUT FOODS
 After a hard workout, our muscles are hungry and we NEED to feed them right to keep our metabolism rocking.  Eat within 1 hour of your workout.  
These are post-workout snacks that I eat and love:
  • Chocolate Almond Shake 1 scoop of chocolate whey protein –  Muscle Gain Protein  – 1/2 a banana, 1 TBSP almond butter, and 1 cup of almond milk
  • Ants On A Log Spread a heap of natural peanut/almond butter over celery and top with raisins. 
  • Black Bean Omelet Four eggs whites, 1 ounce low-fat cheese, and ¼ cup canned black beans — then spice it up with a savory salsa.
  • Green Monster Smoothie Blend 4 cups spinach, ½ cup vanilla bean yogurt, 1 cup almond milk, 1 banana, and 1 tablespoon peanut butter with ice — Claudine Morgan via Iowa Girl Eats.
  • Cottage Cheese Crunch One cup fat-free cottage cheese, 1 teaspoon honey, ½ cup whole-grain cereal, and a dash of cinnamon does a body good.
  • Pita and Hummus One 7-inch pita with two spoonfuls of  hummus adds a little pep back to your step with quick digesting carbs.
  • Egg Scramble Veg out after a hard training session with 2-3 whole eggs scrambled with a handful of chopped onion, spinach, and bell peppers.
  • Protein Bar  Sometimes you need something to grab and go!
  • Post-Workout Recovery Drink –
  1. Helps minimize muscle soreness after strenuous activity
  2. Supplies essential components for muscle repair to optimize muscle recovery
  3. Helps maintain and restore energy supplies during and after physical activity
  4. Contains branched-chain amino acids to support muscle recovery, growth and endurance.
 
If you have any Pre-or Post-Workout Snacks that you eat… PLEASE SHARE in the comments! 

DR. OZ: OMEGA-3 SAFETY & ADVOCARE

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Dr. Oz agrees that not all 
Omega 3 Fatty Acids are created equal.  
 
These healthy fats are    
“The single most important thing you can do as a supplement.”   Dr.Oz

He also says they are his #2 health scam:
ConsumerLab.com tested every supplement company and found that 30% of Omega-3’s failed their test! 
  1. They contain too little of the Omega-3’s
  2. They failed for being spoiled well before the expiration date.

 

“While many products failed consumer labs test, there are a couple that passed with flying colors.”  Dr.Oz
 
He recommends choosing ADVOCARE as a company to by your Omega 3-Fatty Acids!
 
For a safe & effective Omega-3 supplement, you can trust Advocare.  Buy it HERE.  


Whether you need more energy, supplements to support your workouts or a full spectrum nutrition program that fills in all the nutritional gaps, it should be built for you with safe high quality products. I’d love to help you put together a customized plan that perfect for you!  
for a free, no obligation consultation!