Motivational Monday

"In order to succeed, we must first believe that we can "

- Nikos Kazantzakis

Fitness Tip of the Week:

• Keep reasonable expectations for yourself.  Look for chances to be more active during the day, like for example taking the stairs instead of the escalator.  Don't be upset if you have stopped your workout for a while, start back up gradually and work up to your old pace!

Beakfast Recipe of the Week:

• Avocado Toast With Egg
• Eggs
• Bread
• Avocado
• LimeJuice
• Sea Salt
• Black Pepper
• Parsley

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Lunch Recipe of the Week:

• Chicken Mushroom Quessadilla
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 large onion,chopped (about 2 cups)
• 8 ounces of white button mushrooms (about 3 cups)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups cooked chopped skinless boneless chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves, sliced into ribbons
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 4 (10-inch) whole-grain flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded mexican cheese mix or cheddar
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

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Dinner Recipe of the Week:

• Steak Taco Salad
• 1/4 c.plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 3/4 Ib. steak
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
• Juice of two small limes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Sea salt
• 1 head romaine, chopped
• 1 c. corn kernels
• 1 c. black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 green onions, sliced

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Exercise of the Week:

 Sit Up (3 sets for 10 reps):

Stretch of the Week:

Doorway Pec Stretch (15-30 second hold):