Motivational Monday

"I didn't get there by wishing for it or hoping for it, but by working for it. "

- Estee Lauder

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Fitness Tip of the Week:

• Find a fitness buddy!  One that will help you stay motivated and inspire you to do your best..not discourage.  Are they supportive of your goals?  Find someone you will be able to push harder and will motivate you in return.

Smoothie Recipe of the Week:

• Almond Butter & Jam Smoothie
• 1 1/2 cups (12oz.) Original Almond Breeze Almond Milk
• 1/4 cup blue diamond homestyle crunchy almond butter
• 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
• 1 ripe banana peeled
• 2 ice cubes

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Lunch Recipe of the Week:

• Tex-Mex Quinoa Salad
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chili peppers, drained
• 1 (14 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinced
•  1 bunch cilantro, chopped
• 2 avocados, cubed
• 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese

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Dinner Recipe of the Week:

• Macaroni Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing
• 8 ounces whole-wheat elbow macaroni (about 2 cups)
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
• 1 ripe medium avocado
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

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Exercise of the Week:

Mountain Climbers (3 sets of 30 seconds):

Stretch of the Week:

Pectoralis Stretch (15-30 second hold):