Top 5 Super Foods For Your Heart! ❤️

Happy Wednesday! 

It has been another incredible week in the studio! Thank you for bringing your heart and soul into every hour! We can continue to celebrate the love we have for our bodies through movement and change our perspective to view exercise as worship! That is how we can live transformed!  While exercise is a way to honor your body, eating nutritious, healing, and nourishing foods is another way to live transformed.  Exercise and nutrition are a vital piece to keep your hearts healthy! We want to share five superfoods for your heart and a fun, new recipe to try! 

1. Hemp Hearts. Hemp hearts are the "heart" of a shelled hemp seed. They are rich in protein and have a high balance of proteins, fats, vitamins, and enzymes. They have been shown to decrease blood pressure, as well as lower the risks of colon and prostate cancer. Also, they can relieve indigestion because they have no known allergens.  Sprinkle hemp hearts on your salad, yogurt, or smoothie. 

2. Avocado is full of healthy fats and contains many vital nutrients and fibers that your body and heart need. Avocado offers nutrients so that you can have a healthy heart! 

3. Leafy Greens contain a nitrate content. This nitrate content allows the heart to pump blood more efficiently and allows for an overall better blood flow. 

Baby Spinach Salad with Blueberries and Pecans

• Fresh baby spinach leaves, rinsed and spun dry
• 1 pint fresh raspberries or strawberries, cleaned
• 1 pint fresh blueberries, cleaned
• ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted
• 1/4 cup Goat cheese, crumbled

Blueberry Vinaigrette 

• ½ cup fresh blueberries
• 1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp. honey
• Salt and fresh-ground black pepper
• 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Combine the spinach, raspberries, blueberries, pecans, and feta in a large bowl; toss. To prepare the vinaigrette, in a food processor add the blueberries, vinegar, honey, and salt and pepper to taste. Process to break down the blueberries. While the food processor is running, slowly add the olive oil. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust any ingredients to suit your taste. Pour the vinaigrette over the spinach salad and serve.

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4. Tomatoes have nutrients that are found to help prevent cardiovascular disease. Additionally, tomatoes have nutrients that can protect and reduce cholesterol and blood pressure. 

5. Berries are a source of micro nutrients and fiber. They support your heart through decreased activity of carbohydrate digestive enzymes and inhibit inflammatory gene expression and foam cell formation. If the cell formation and gene expression is not kept under control, it can result in heart disease and a lower, decreased heart health.  Raspberries are the highest in fiber, lowest in sugar fruit! Enjoy! 

Dark Chocolate Energy Bites for the Heart

Serves 20

• 1 cup dates, pitted
• 2 cups walnuts
• 1/3 cup cacao powder
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 cup hemp seeds
• 1/4 cup creamy nut butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ***optional- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

Pulse in food processor. Roll into balls and chill for 30 minutes. Enjoy this fudgy, sweet protein-packed snack! 

Add these foods to your meals throughout the week! We believe in YOU! We have nutrition sessions available if you would like to meet with our dietitian or registered nutritionist, to learn more about your health and nutrition. You can purchase these sessions via our app or website!

If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Meet Mallory and Come Transform With Us!

Happy Monday! 

We are so excited to announce that we are welcoming a new Personal Trainer to our TransFit Team! Meet Mallory Gilliam! Many of you have met this bright spirit in the TransFit studio over the past weeks and she starts her new sessions tonight! We are so excited to have Mallory on our team to encourage and inspire you and we are so thrilled for her to meet her! Mallory cheered at UGA and her contagious energy and bright spirit will propel you give your best inside her sessions and living transformed outside our #happyplace! 

My name is Mallory Gilliam, and I am so grateful to be a part of the TransFit community!  I am thankful to share my passions for health, wellness, and faith through TransFit!  I want to inspire, motivate, and encourage all women to trust the Lord with their hearts, minds, and bodies because that's when transformation unfolds.

While attending The University of Georgia, I obtained a Bachelor's degree in Advertising.  My love for Georgia Athletics came alive as I was fortunate enough to carry out my endeavors as a member of the UGA Cheerleading Team.  My time Between the Hedges, on the competition mat, and in the weight room lifted my passion for exercise.  I was named to the NCA All-American Team and honored as one of the Top 20 NCA Collegiate Cheerleaders across the nation.  After cheerleading ended, I moved to Dallas, Texas for my dream internship.  During this time, I truly began focusing on the foods I was putting into my body and I began overtraining.  I was left broken and tired.  This is when I knew it was time to focus on my faith.  I finished my last semester of college and later became a pharmaceutical sales representative.  God had blessed me with everything I wanted, but as I began focusing on my still moments, I felt Him leading me in other directions.  After trying a few other career paths, His purpose for me became clear.  I am passionate about helping others through exercise and nutrition, so I honored His gifts for me, and pursued group fitness and personal training.

I am excited to help TransFit ladies on their journey, and my goal is to encourage transformation through shifting thoughts of comparison and perfection to happiness and peace.

Some of Mallory's favorite things outside of TransFit include:

• Cooking, especially for others
• Taking walks around Five Points
• Painting
• Yoga
• Georiga Athletics
• Wednesday nights with my small group ladies
• Dancing in my kitchen
• All dogs, but I have a special place for big dogs
• Sundays
• Giving and wrapping gifts
• Spending time with loved ones
• Spreading kindness and smiles because we all need encouragement
• Having alone time to pray

Mallory will be teaching our NEW Monday 7:15 PM session and Saturday 10 AM session! We hope that you will come meet Mallory and join us at these sessions! You can sign up on our FREE app! 

Keeping our hearts healthy is such a vital aspect of our whole body health! We look forward to seeing you in the studio soon! Let's kickstart this week and make it count! Continue to work hard towards your February goals! We believe in YOU!

Don't forget to sign up for our new sessions! We hope to see you soon! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Are You Up For the Challenge?! FREE 5 day No Sugar Challenge Meal Plan to Start February Strong!

"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men."

Colossians 3:23

We have had an amazing week here at the studio! Thank you for coming to help us celebrate TransFit's birthday! Let's start  February 2018 strong! We have talked about the importance of setting goals and now we want to commit to doing everything with our WHOLE hearts this month! Here's a goal for you...5 days no sugar!  I know you are rolling your eyes right now and think we are crazy... but we believe in you!  How about trying our 5 day NO SUGAR CHALLENGE (TransFIVE) starting Monday (yes...tomorrow)? The TransFit community and all friends will start the TransFIVE Challenge this Monday! Join in the challenge to eliminate sugar and feel your best going into February!  Download the (FREE today), plus be added to the TransFit Facebook group to join other ladies on this journey! We are stronger together!  You will find recipes, meal plans, inspiration, and a 5 day devotion to allow you to complete these 5 days! In honor of our birthday celebration, you can purchase the TransFive eBook for FREE! Let's do this as a TransFit community of strong women and hold each other accountable to having no sugar next week! 

We challenge you to join us for FIVE days of NO sugar! We believe you can do it! We want to remind you to sign up for your sessions in advance and meal prep today! Scheduling your workout in advance allows our trainers to have workouts set up specifically for you and provides you accountability if you sign up at the beginning of the week. 

We also have our February calendar challenge! We hope that you will join us for this challenge. The winner will receive a month of FREE sessions!  In order to win, you must fill out the calendar with your exercise each day and send it to us at the end of the month! Yes you can do it!  

This month we are also offering YOU a special - $180 Love Your Body All Access Pass. This pass will allow you to come to unlimited sessions for the entire month! You can purchase it on our FREE app HERE! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit 

Goal Setting Takeaways that will help you Finish January Strong!

Sweet friends, 

Last Friday, we had an incredible Lunch and Learn where we heard from our TransFit Personal Trainers, our Dietitian- Kaeti Shurling, and Kristy Smith from lululemon. We walked away feeling refreshed and renewed, ready for this new year and ready to conquer our goals and dreams. We wanted to share some of the key takeaways and the delicious salad recipe.

3 Key Things that Can Transform Your Life in 2018:

1. The people you spend time with! 

Are you spending time with people that lift you up, encourage you to be your best? 

2. The books you read! 

Are you reading books that challenge your mind and spirit? Here are a few that we recommend.

3. Encountering the presence of God! 

Are you taking time to be still, rest, and listen? Even a few minutes of calm and stillness can change your day and enhance your mood.

Kristy spoke to us about how to identify our core values, write them down,  and reminded us to come back to those values each day as a reminder of the amazing woman you CAN become! Listen to this beautiful song we played while centering our minds....

Remember ladies, even more important than the dreams and the goals you achieve is the person who you become along the way! The journey to your goals is where the real transformation takes place! These dreams make take a lifetime to achieve but they are worth waiting for and working for! Let's start today by CREATING the future of our dreams! Pray big bold prayers! We are here to help you! 

Transformer Plate at The Pine (Above)

Mix greens, curry vinaigrette

Herb roasted heirloom carrots and cauliflower (Roast veggies on 425 for 25 minute)

Crispy quinoa cake, sweet potato puree, goat cheese, toasted pecans

Curry Vinaigrette

• 1/2 c Rice Wine Vinegar
• 1/2 c Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/2 tbsp curry powder
• 1/2 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tbsp dijon mustard 
• 1 tsp turmeric
• S&P to taste

TransFit Quinoa Cakes

Makes 10-12 cakes

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ cups cooked quinoa
• 4 large eggs, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
• 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 Tablespoon oil, plus more as needed
• **any seasonings you like to add deeper flavor

Directions:

1. Combine the quinoa, eggs, salt, and lemon pepper in a large bowl. Stir in the parsley, onion, and garlic.

2. At this point, you should have a mixture you can easily form into 10 thick patties (use a ¼ cup to form into patties). You want the mixture moist, so the patties aren't dry tasting. However, you want the mixture to hold together when cooking

3. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat, add 5 patties, cover, and cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the bottoms are deeply browned. Carefully flip the patties with a spatula and cook the second sides for 5 minutes, or until golden. Remove from the skillet and cool on a large plate while you cook the remaining patties. Add more oil to the skillet if needed between each batch.

A goal that one of our TransFit trainers had last year was to serve the community well. After praying bold prayers and lots of hard work Shelley is in the process of opening a home to help women called HOPE 139! If you want to help Shelley with her ministry in anyway, please reach out to her at shelley@transfitathens.com. 

We hope that you feel inspired. It's never too late to set your goals! You can print off our 2018 goals handout and kickstart this year! Don't forget to send us your January challenge calendar! Remember, the winner wins a package of FREE sessions!! You can email the calendars to us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

 If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

New Recipes and Lunch & Learn You Don't Want to Miss!

Sweet friends, 

Wow! It has been a wonderful week at TransFit! We are so proud of each of you for showing up and giving it your best, both in and out of the studio! One hour, one day at a time - yes you can transform!  If one of your 2018 goals is to eat more nutritious foods our TransFit Team is excited to share new recipes this year! So bookmark our recipes section of the website for new healthy favorites! 

Today, we have a few new, amazing healthy recipes that you and your family are going to LOVE! Kelly and I had this dish with the cauliflower rice and we served the kids with regular rice. The salad will keep great for days so you can make a big batch and eat all week long (anyone's goal meal prep?)! Save these recipes and add them to your meal plan! 

Stir Fry Ginger Cashew Chicken

Total time- 20 mins

Serves: 2

Ingredients

For the cauliflower rice:

• ½ tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 head of cauliflower
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• OR purchase already riced cauliflower 

For the sauce:

• 3 tablespoons cashew butter
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons warm water, to thin the sauce
• spicy: add a few bits red pepper flakes

For the stir fry:

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut small 
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil, divided
• Salt and pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bunch green onions, sliced
• 1 medium head broccoli, cut into small florets
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
• 1 large carrot, shredded

To garnish:

• extra green onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• ¼ cup raw cashews

Instructions

Remove all greens from cauliflower and break into florets. You can either use a box grater, or a food processor to process the cauliflower into rice. If using a food processor (the easier method), simply add half of cauliflower florets to bowl of the food processor with a blade attachment. Pulse until cauliflower resembles rice. Add in remaining florets and process again until cauliflower becomes rice-like. Set aside in a large bowl until ready to cook.

OR- cook already riced cauliflower! 

Next prepare your stir fry sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cashew butter, coconut aminos, ginger, garlic, warm water and red pepper flakes if desired. Set aside.

Now you’re ready to cook your stir fry: Add coconut oil to a large wok or pot and place over medium high heat. Once oil is hot, add chicken and generously sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes or until fully cooked and no longer pink. Once chicken is cooked, transfer to a bowl.

Add in the other ½ tablespoon of coconut oil to the skillet and reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant, then add in green onions, red bell pepper, shredded carrot and broccoli florets. Stir fry for 5 minutes or until onions cook down and broccoli becomes a little tender. Reduce heat to low, add in chicken and your sauce, gently stirring to coat veggies. and cook for another few minutes while you make the cauliflower rice.

When veggies are cooking, make your cauliflower rice: Add ½ tablespoon coconut oil to a separate large skillet and place over medium heat. Once oil is hot, add in cauliflower rice and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.

There are four servings: Serve ¼ of stir fry with about 1 cup of cauliflower rice. Garnish with green onion, cilantro and cashews. Yummmm!

Asian Kale Slaw with Ginger Cashew Dressing

Total Time: 20 Minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 4 cups chopped curly kale, thick stems removed 
• 3 cups  shredded red cabbage
• 2 cups  shredded carrots
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced small
• 3/4 cup chopped  cashews
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the Dressing

• 3 tablespoons creamy cashew butter
• 4 tablespoons brown rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon liquid coconut amino acids 
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 large clove garlic, chopped
• 1-inch square piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
• 3/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Combine all of the ingredients for the salad in a large mixing bowl. Combine all of the ingredients for the dressing in a food processor or blender; process until smooth and creamy. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Let sit 10- 15 so kale and cabbage can wilt some.  Add in extra rice vinegar and more cracked black pepper if needed at end!  Serve & enjoy.

Today is the last day to sign up for our Lunch and Learn! We would love to see you 12:30 Friday!  The program for the Goals workshop will help you to make a plan and teach you how to achieve your goals and dreams for an amazing year! 

 Please sign up by 1 PM today on our FREE app under SPECIAL EVENTS! We look forward to seeing you! 

If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Check out this New Recipe! You Will Love It!

Sweet friends, 

We hope you have had a great week! It has been another wonderful week in the studio. We hope you feel inspired, encouraged, and loved in and out of the studio. Today, we want to share an amazing recipe that our client, Katie Throne sent us! This recipe comes to you from Katie's Kitchen! 

Stuffed Acorn Squash 

Serves 6

Ingredients:

• 3 Acorn Squash 
• 16 oz pork sausage (can sub chicken sausage or cooked Farro for vegetarians)
• 4 c rough chopped kale (no stems)
• 2 large leeks, only light part chopped thin and washed well
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• Olive oil
• 1/2 c grated fontina, Parmesan-Reggiano combined
• 1/2 c panko breadcrumbs

Directions:

• Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees. 
• Slightly trim off the bottom and top of the squash so it sits flat. Cut squash in 1/2. 
• Scoop out the seeds and clean cavity. 
• Brush olive oil on squash and lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper 
• Place squash on foil lined baking sheet open face down and roast for 45 min 
• While squash is roasting, cook sausage and set aside. 
• Add 1 TBSP olive oil to pan and melt leeks until tender and add chopped kale and wilt down. Add 1 tsp minced garlic and sauté 1 min; salt/pepper (add a few red pepper flakes for heat if you want) to taste; add sausage to leeks/kale mixture and quit cooking
• When squash is done, stuff squash with sausage mixture
• Mix a little olive oil with the cheese and breadcrumbs and top stuffed squash with cheese mixture
• Put squash back in oven for 5-10 min until cheese/breadcrumb topping turns slightly golden brown

Add this recipe to your meal plan for the week! We hope to see you in the studio this week! Continue to sign up for your sessions in advance so that we can best prepare the workouts for you! Join us on January 26 at 12:30 PM for our Goal Setting Lunch and Learn! You can sign up through our app under special events! 

We offer nutrition consultations with our TransFit dietitian or nutrition specialists! These consultations are personalized to your needs and will provide you with recipes, meal plans, and tips to live transformed with nutrition! You can purchase these sessions on our website HERE and on our app HERE! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Add These Healthy Recipes to Your New Years Day Meal!

Happy Saturday sweet friends!

We have missed being in the studio with you, but hope you have enjoyed this holiday season spent celebrating with family and friends! Keep exercising and drinking that water! We beleive in you!

As the New Year approaches, we hope that you are preparing for your BEST year yet! We look forward to hearing all that you want to accomplish this coming new year and we want to help you achieve all your goals! Check out our January Jump Start packages and find the package that works best for you! This will help you kick start your new year, new you! To purchase, you can go to our app HERE or website HERE!  

In preparation for you new year, here are three great recipes to try! Great for a New Years Eve Dinner! More easy healthy recipes will be in ourJanuary Jump Start Packages!  The Jump Start meal plans, workouts, accountability and inspiration will help you kick start your New Year! To purchase, you can go to our TransFit website HERE or TransFit app HERE! 

Walnut-Crusted Pork Tenderloin

• 1 pork tenderloin
• 1 Tbsp. paprika
• 1 Tbsp. garlic powder
• 1 Tbsp. onion powder
• 1.5 Tbsp. mustard powder (I used regular mustard because I was out!) 
• 1 tsp. pepper
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Wash the pork tenderloin and pat it dry with paper towel. Mix the dry ingredients together (except the walnuts) and then rub all over the tenderloin. Next, cover the pork with the chopped walnuts (save just a few of the walnuts). Lightly spray a baking pan with olive oil spray and then place the tenderloin in the center of the pan and roast for 30 to 35 minutes. All ovens vary, so just check the pork with a meat thermometer to ensure it’s done (145 degrees). Serving suggestions: serve a few slices over a bed of your favorite greens sprinkled with the remaining chopped walnuts. Drizzle with your favorite vinaigrette dressing & enjoy! 

Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes

• 4 small sweet potatoes peeled & cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup  maple syrup
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
• 1 teaspoon fresh black pepper
• 2 small shallots diced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl add the sweet potatoes, 2 tablespoons of the maple syrup, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Mix to evenly coat the potatoes and arrange on a sheet tray. Roast until caramelized and soft, about 25 -35 minutes. Be sure to check them after 15 minutes and stir, if needed.
3. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-low heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the sliced shallots and saute until they start to caramelize, about 5 minutes Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Lower heat to medium and cook until golden brown and caramelized, about 5 minutes. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the pan becomes dry.
4. Add the roasted sweet potato cubes to the caramelized shallots and transfer to a warm serving dish.

New Year Salad

• 6 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1 pint raspberries
• 1 avocado, diced
• 4 ounces crumbled gorgonzola or goat cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• half a small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
• raspberry  vinaigrette(recipe below)

Toss all ingredients together with your desired amount of dressing until combined. Serve immediately.

Raspberry Vinaigrette 

Ingredients:

• ½ cup raspberries or 1 TBSP raspberry preserves
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Adjust honey to taste.

We can't wait to see you in the studio on TUESDAY! Make sure to register for sessions in advance, so that we can prepare the best new workout for you!

For all of our Holiday Extravaganza participants, weigh-ins will begin on January 2nd and end on January 12! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit 

Try These Healthy, Holiday Breakfast Recipes!!

Hi sweet friends!

We know you have family approaching for the holidays! Today, we want to share two great breakfast recipes with you to try this holiday season. It is so important for to have a well-balanced, low sugar, high protein breakfast before heading off for the day! We are a huge fan of "Make ahead" anything so these 2 breakfast recipes are great to try for this Christmas Holiday!! Both are super easy & delicious!!! Enjoy!

Baked French Toast

Thankfully there is such a thing as healthy French toast. The Sprouted Cinnamon Raisin Bread eliminates refined flours and extra sugars, and the eggs add an additional protein boost that is welcome in any of my breakfasts. 

- 4 servings

• 8 slices Sprouted Cinnamon Raisin Bread (or try whole wheat bread & sprinkled it w cinnamon....my kids don’t care for raisins)
• 1 1/2 cup almond milk (I use no sugar, vanilla)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup + extra for drizzling
• 6 eggs
• cinnamon

Cube bread into 1- 8 inch square pan

Whisk together almond milk, eggs and maple syrup.

Pour egg mixture over bread cubes, sprinkle with cinnamon and let soak for about 3 hours or overnight.

Bake at 375° for about 35-40 minutes, until eggs are set.

Cut into 4 pieces, drizzle with maple syrup and serve.

The portion size is huge and there are about 313 calories and 19 grams of protein per serving.

Healthier Breakfast Casserole

• 4-5 links organic turkey or chicken breakfast sausage, (4 small links)
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 small onion, chopped (optional)
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped (optional)
• 4 large eggs
• 4 large egg whites
• 2 1/2 cups low-fat milk
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt & pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 2/3 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
• 8 slices whole wheat bread, crusts removed

Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat, crumbling with a fork, until browned. Transfer to a bowl.Add oil, onion and bell pepper to skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes. Add sausage and cook, stirring, until vegetables begin to brown, about 5 minutes more. Remove from heat and set aside.Whisk eggs and egg whites in a large bowl until blended. Whisk in milk, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in 1/3 cup Cheddar. Arrange bread in a single layer in prepared baking dish. Pour egg mixture over bread and top with reserved vegetables and sausage. Sprinkle with remaining 1/3 cup Cheddar. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight.Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake casserole, uncovered, until set and puffed, 40 to 50 minutes. Serve hot.

Make Ahead Tip: Prepare; cover and refrigerate overnight!

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We hope that you will enjoy these healthier Holiday breakfast ideas over this holiday season! Reminder, we are closed until January 2, but we look forward to seeing you in the new year! Check out our healthy living tab on our website to find recipes and workouts you can do at home! You can also find recipes, workouts, and inspiration on our FREE app HERE! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Who Needs Some Tips on How to Navigate Holiday Parties?! 🙋🏼

Hello sweet friend! 

As we continue into this wonderful season, one of the most challenging things in our health journey can be staying on track when we go to holiday parties. We all know  parties are to enjoy friends, family but also there can be endless amounts of food. People gather and all bring dishes that are so tempting and we often go through a cycle of overeating and then feeling guilt after the party. Friend, let's not so this to yourself this holiday season!  Bring a healthy dish to share and choose wisely! 

Here are a few tips on how to have your best and healthiest holiday season yet.

1. Focus on fellowship with family and friends! You are not there for the food. Yes, there will be a lot of food that only comes once a year but at the end of the day it is exactly that- food. Food was meant to nourish our bodies for service, not tempt us into over-indulgence and lead us to guilt. Go into your party knowing that this party is about fellowship and spending time with the ones you love. 
2. Drink a large glass of water and eat a high-protein snack before the party.Now, you will be satisfied from a healthy snack going into the party and much less likely to reach for empty calories and mindless snacks. I know often people will not eat all day to "save their calories" for the big party or meal, however this leads to over-consumption of foods that are not going to satisfy or fuel you in the long run! Prepare before hand so you can enter and exit this party feeling healthy and nourished. Having victory! 
3. Bring a healthy snack or treat that everyone can enjoy and so you will know you have a healthy option available. Some ideas are: lean meat and cheese trays, fruit and vegetable trays, homemade trail mix or glazed nuts. Below is an easy recipe that you can take that is sure to be a crowd favorite and leave everyone feeling great and not weighed down and guilty! 
4. Keep moving! Stay on track with your fitness goals by continuing to schedule your workouts as usual. Block of these times in your schedule, so you don't skip a workout. When family is town, take walks together! Park further away from stores to get in extra steps! 
5. Begin with the end in mind! Make everyday count! January is only a couple weeks away! Need some extra accountability? We're here for YOU and believe in YOU! The TransFit team wants to see you reach your goals! We want to see you get your $20 back in January at the end of our Holiday Extravaganza! Remember: consistency is key! Remind yourself daily to focus on Jesus the reason for the season. You can't control all of your circumstances, but you can control where you keep your focus-- on Him! 

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Here are some great healthy recipes to take to your next holiday party!

Strawberry Edamame Salad

• 2 cups organic baby spinach
• 1 cup chopped kale
• 1/2 cup chopped strawberries
• 1/3 cup edamame
• Tbsp. goat cheese (or feta or whatever your favorite is!)
• 1/4 cup toasted, chopped pecans

Combine all ingredients together. Drizzle a tablespoon (or two) of your favorite dressing on top. I like a tablespoon of olive oil and balsamic vinegar! Don’t forget to make an extra salad or two for lunches this week!

Fruit Kabobs

Perfect kid friendly healthy snack! Add one marshmallow, strawberry, banana, and grape for the perfect Santa kabob! 

Holiday Grain Bowl 

• 1 cup cooked wild rice
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 6 radishes
• 1/2 cup roasted chickpeas
• 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
• 1/3 cup reduced sugar craisins 
• 2 cups salad greens of choice
• 1 shallot sliced
• Fresh basil
• Pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp green goddess dressing

First, make sure your rice and quinoa are cooked according to package directions. Slice your radishes and shallots. Arrange all ingredients into two bowls. Garnish with basil and pepper. Drizzle with green goddess dressing. 

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Take this opportunity to practice your will power, and then notice how great your body and spirit feel after the party because you have experienced all of the great fellowship without overindulging. Parties should be filled with laughter, fun and time spent with the ones that you love. 

Now you may be wondering what to do if you do get off track and have one too many pieces or Christmas candy or dessert. Let it go- it is in the past. Clean the slate! Realize that this health journey you are on is not a diet. No friends, this is a lifestyle and sometimes you will face challenges! We encourage you in these times to remember why you started this lifestyle. Think for a second on all of the positive changes you made this holiday season in compared to your last. Think of how far you have come and all the progress you have made. Now with a renewed mind and spirit prepare to have your best and healthiest day tomorrow and drink plenty of water and green tea to help purify your body so you can feel your best! 

You can do this sweet friend! We are praying for you and can't wait to hear all the success that you all have and how God blesses your holiday season! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Join us for a 5 Day No Sugar CHALLENGE! Start December STRONG!

Happy Sunday sweet friend!

You are ready to finish 2017 strong! To kick off December and the holidays feeling our BEST, we are going to start another round of the TransFive No Sugar Challenge this Monday!! Woo!!! Yes, Monday, December 4th ladies we can do 5 days of no candy, cakes, cookies, or added sugars! We are stronger together ladies. Let's do this challenge and feel VICTORY as we go into this holiday season!

 We would love to have you join us for the first time OR for another round! You are AMAZING AND WE WANT YOU TO REACH YOUR END OF THE YEAR GOALS ! Let's do the challenge together, ladies!  

The TransFive  eBook is given to you, sweet friend, FREE this week, you just have click the link to get the eBook with a sample meal plan, recipes, and 5 day devotion! Commit to being ALL IN with the 5 day Challenge! Yes, you can! 

Here is a sample recipe from TransFive! 

Hummus-Crusted Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1 cup hummus
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 lemons

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Prepare one large baking dish or two smaller baking dishes with cooking spray.

Pat the chicken dry. Season the chicken breasts with generous pinches of salt and pepper. In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, squash and onion with olive oil until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper. If using one baking dish, place all of the vegetables on the bottom of the dish in an even layer. Lay the four chicken breasts evenly on top, then cover each chicken breast with the hummus so that the entire breast is covered. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chicken and vegetables. Then sprinkle the pan with smoked paprika. Thinly slice the remaining lemon, and place the slices in between the chicken and vegetables.

**If using two pans, use one for the chicken and one for the vegetables.**Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Serve immediately.

Have a fabulous weekend friends, and congratulations on another amazing week of living transformed and striving to become to healthiest version of yourself. Remember that with EVERY small step you take you are making lasting changes and becoming better than you yesterday.  Small changes equals BIG results! Take time this weekend to celebrate all of the healthy changes you have made this year and how your new healthy lifestyle makes you feel.

You are beautiful and strong, friend!! We so value and treasure you at TransFit and we are incrediblly proud of you. Keep motivated to achieve your whole body health goals! 

Blessings,

Team TransFit

A DEAL you DON'T want to MISS!!!

Happy Black Friday! 

We hope each of you had a great Thanksgiving day and were able to spend time with friends and family! We each have so much to be thankful for!  

Today, we are excited to offer YOU a TransFit Black Friday DEAL! We are offering 20% off ANY package, session, or item on our website & the TransFit app. This means that you can purchase ANY item, whether it is personal training, transformer sessions, or a nutrition consultation, for 20% off! You can purchase these packages on our TransFit app or our website and use the code BLACKFRIDAY to receive the discount! Each package will have an expiration of 3 months!

You can also use our BLACK FRIDAY deal on our merchandise on ETSY! Click HERE to go to our Etsy store! 

Enjoy this time with family, but remember to continue to exercise and focus on nutrition. Continue to make everyday count so you can be the biggest loser for Holiday Extravaganza! Check out our app, website, and YouTube channel for recipes and workouts! We can't wait to see you in the studio next week! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit 

Need New Recipes and Workouts to Transform Your Thanksgiving?

Good morning sweet friends!

What a high energy week in the studio! Thank you!  Each of you are working so hard and we know that you are excited about the Holiday Extravaganza! With the holidays approaching, you may need this weekend to relax, and enjoy a delicious home-cooked  fall meal (click the link to get some great new menu ideas).  Cherish these times, slow down, and be grateful for the relationships in your life. Family meals are can be a time when you can learn what’s going on in everyone’s lives, when you can spark up a fun conversation, and just enjoy sweet company!

If you are like me, you've already begun to think about all the dishes you will "get" to prepare, events you will be going to, and the "full" (not busy) (yet wonderful!) schedule the next few weeks hold. Amidst all of the "fullness" of the season let's stay focused on our goals and be diligent even through the holidays!  There will be times when we will have a treat that maybe we didn't plan for or a day when we will miss a workout- BUT what is important is that you do not allow that to completely take your eyes off of your goals and your progress. If you put that small slip behind you but get right back on track, you will find that you are even better than before!! Patience and perseverance will be the name of the real holiday game!! 

Give each day your best in body, mind and spirit as you seek to become healthier and follow the Lord more each and every day! 

As you prepare for Thanksgiving, here are a few GREAT tried and true recipes from our amazing friends at Fire & Flavor that you can prepare for your family and guests. These dishes are DELICIOUS and so good for your body. You will be left satisfied and not have the miserable fullness that we have all experienced! Treat your body right this Thanksgiving and IT will be thankful!! 

Check out these great recipes from our client Gena Knox and her company Fire and Flavor!

Spice Rubbed Apple Smoked Turkey

Prep Time:  30 minutes + brine time

Cook Time:  About 2 ½ hours

Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 - Fire & Flavor Turkey Perfect Herb or Apple Sage Brine Kit (with bag)
• 12-pound fresh turkey, neck and giblets removed
• 2 large aluminum roasting pans
• 12 whole carrots
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 2-3 tablespoons Fire & Flavor Turkey Rub
• Cotton string for tying
• Fire & Flavor Premium Lump charcoal
• 5 cups Fire & Flavor apple wood chips, soaked

FIRST  The day before cooking turkey, prepare brine according to package directions. Place turkey, breast side down in brining bag set inside an ice filled cooler.  Pour prepared brine and ice water over turkey.  Seal bag making sure to press out any extra air.  Brine for 12 hours or 1 hour per pound of turkey. 

NEXT  Remove turkey from brine, pat dry, but do not rinse.  Allow turkey to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before smoking.   Prepare charcoal grill for indirect heat (if using a Big Green Egg use deflector plate) and heat to 325°F. Double stack aluminum trays and line with carrots.  Place turkey on top of carrots and brush with oil; rub with Turkey Rub making sure to coat all sides.  Tie turkey legs together with cotton string and tuck wing tips under. 

LAST  Add 2 cups of wood chips to charcoal and place turkey over indirect heat.  Close lid and cook for 1 hour.  Add additional wood chips and, if necessary, more coals to keep grill heated to 325°F.  Close lid and continue cooking turkey until meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast registers 165°F (cooking time is usually about 12 minutes per pound of turkey).  Carefully remove turkey and pan from grill and let rest for 30 minutes before carving. 

You can brine your turkey a day or two in advance.  Place brined turkey on rimmed baking sheet and refrigerate, uncovered) for up to 24 hours before cooking.   

Wheatberry Salad with Brussels Sprouts, Dried Cherries, and Pecans

This salad is delicious served warm or room temperature and leftovers are perfect over a salad.  If you want to make ahead, toss bacon, pecans and sprouts just before serving. 

Prep Time:  20 minutes

Cook Time:  1 hour
Yields:  8 servings

Salad:

• 4 cups water
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
• 2½ cups wheat berries
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2½ tablespoons olive oil
• 2½ tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/3 cup dried cherries
• 1/3 cup toasted pecan halves, roughly chopped
• 3 strips bacon, crumbled

Sprouts:

• 1¼ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Fire & Flavor Chicken Rub

FIRST  In a large stock pot, bring water and stock to boil.  Add salt and wheat berries, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 45 minutes or until berries are tender, but still have a bite.  While berries are cooking, combine lemon juice and olive oil and set aside.  Drain berries, toss with half of dressing; set aide. 

NEXT  Preheat oven to 425°F.  Halve or quarter Brussels Sprouts, depending on their size.  Spread in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet coated with oil.  Drizzle sprouts with oil and sprinkle with Chicken Rub.  Toss and spread in an even layer, cut sides down.  Roast for about 20 minutes, until edges are brown and crispy, tossing half way through.  Remove from oven and combine with wheat berries. 

LAST  Toss wheat berries with cherries, pecans, bacon, and remaining dressing.  Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.  Serve room temperature or warm!

Roasted Delicata Squash and Arugula Salad

We love this fall harvest salad with almost any meal.  Delicata squash is easy to slice and roast and adds a slightly sweet, but hearty element to any salad.

Prep Time:  15 minutes
Cook Time:  30 minutes
Yields:  6 servings

• 3 medium delicate squash (about 3 pounds)
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 cups baby arugula
• 3 ounce fresh goat cheese, crumbled
• ½ cup pomegranate seeds
• ½ cup toasted pecan halves

Dressing:

• 3 tablespoons sherry or red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• ¼ cup olive oil

FIRST  Preheat oven to 425°F.  Cut squash into ½-inch slices and scoop seeds out with a spoon.  Coat two rimmed backing sheets with a little olive oil.  Toss squash with brown sugar and oil and spread in a single layer on baking sheets.  Roast for 25-30 minutes, until both sides are golden brown, flipping until half way through.

NEXT  While squash are roasting prepare dressing.  Whisk vinegar, mustard, honey, and oil; season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

LAST  Toss arugula with enough dressing to coat.  Arrange in a large, shallow bowl or platter and top with squash rings, cheese, pomegranate seeds, and pecans.  Serve immediately.

In addition to these excellent recipes, check out some of our favorite at home workouts! You can find workouts and workout videos on our website HERE and videos on YouTube HERE! We hope that you will check them out and use them during the holidays! 

Continue to honor your body this weekend by putting in-season, nutrient-dense vegetables on your dinner plate! We would love to have you sweat and get those muscles toned before the game, join us 8 AM on Saturday morning! You can find more recipes, workouts, and inspiration on our TransFit app! 

Next week we will be open Monday, Tuesday, and for two sessions on Wednesday! We will be CLOSED Thursday and Friday, but open for session on Saturday morning!

Wednesday will be the LAST day to weigh in for Holiday Extravaganza! The pot is HUGE this year but our hope is everyone will get their money back in January! We have amazing prizes for the top 20 biggest losers! 

 Check out our new SPECIAL LIMITED -TIME Transformational Holiday Bundle with three of our favorite eBooks. Check out how you can transform in body, mind, and spirit over the holidays HERE! 

We look forward to seeing you in the studio! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Are you ALL IN this Holiday Season?!

Happy Sunday, friends! 

Hope you are finding some rest and recovery and time to recharge today. Last week, the TransFit studio was buzzing with excitement and we loved seeing your hard work and dedication to your health! We had the privilege of recently hearing from our new TransFit Registered Dietitian, Kaeti Shurling at our Lunch and Learn. We wanted to share these two key takeaways with you to help you be ALL IN this Holiday Season-

1. Drink 80 oz of water daily and add frozen fruit to make it more flavorful! 
2. Try to eat at least 2-3 servings of fish a week!                                                                        - Fish is packed with omega-3 fatty acids that have a number of health benefits.   Eating a diet with omega -3 fatty acids can reduce memory loss, lower the risk of heart disease, reduce inflammation, and can lower blood pressure! 

These are two tips that you can add to your weekly meal plan today, so that you can live transformed mind, body, and spirit. Kaeti has shared this incredible Grain Bowl recipe with us. Set aside time today to meal prep (download a FREE MEAL PLAN HERE) and plan out your workouts for the week will help you stay focused on your goals and help you stay committed to being ALL IN this Holiday Season! Holiday Extravaganza weigh-in's start this week so bring your $20 and join the transforming holiday challenge! 

Perfect Portions: Grain Bowl 

(500 kcal/portion)

Ingredients (4 Portions):

• 1.5 Onion
• 10 oz Frozen shelled Edamame, thawed
• 1.25 c Uncooked Quinoa
• 1 Lemon
• 2 tsp Minced Garlic
• 2 Zucchini, diced
• 2 cup Chicken Stock
• 2 oz, Walnuts
• 4 Tbsp Olive Oil
• Pepper to Taste

Instructions:

1. In a medium pot, cook quinoa according to quinoa package instructions, using chicken stock instead of water.  

2. Finely dice onion. Zest, then halve lemon.

3. On a baking sheet, toss shelled edamame, diced zucchini, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season generously with pepper. Roast in oven until nicely browned, 15-20 minutes, tossing halfway through.

4. Saute onion and garlic until fragrant and onion is soft and translucent. 

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We can tell that you are ready for Holiday Extravaganza! If you missed our last blog, check it out HERE. But, get ready....it's time for HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA! Grab your $20 and come join us! Weigh ins start TOMORROW! We hope that you are ready to compete for a chance to win the BIG prize! If you, someone in your family, or a friend own a business and would like to join us in the Holiday Extravaganza giveaway baskets and gifts, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. We would love any and all donations for prizes weekly and for the top 10 biggest losers!

We are so thankful for each of you! Let's get ready for an amazing Holiday Extravaganza! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. Don't forget to use our app for inspiration, workouts, and recipes! Also shop all our inspirational products on our new TransFit Fashion Etsy Shop! Excited to see you in the studio this week!

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

November is HERE! How can you kickstart your nutrition this month?

Happy November sweet friends!

All of a sudden, November is here and the holidays are right around the corner! Often it seems we associate the holidays with being surrounded by unhealthy foods and lack of exercise; however, November is the best time of year to focus on nutrition and cardiovascular exercise! In light of Thanksgiving we want to focus on being thankful for our bodies by respecting and taking care of them. You can do this viewing exercise as worship and proper nutrition as a way to be thankful for the healthy body you have! Practicing these healthy habits diligently and staying accountable to your goals through the holiday season will help you honor your body! 

Friends, let’s light a fire down deep and have a passion to become more motivated than we have all year in time for this holiday season.  You can stick to your plan and reach your goals through the holidays! At TransFit we believe in you and we are excited to help you be the best YOU!  

We would love for you to come join us Friday at 12:30 PM for our Lunch and Learn. We will discuss the importance nutrition, tips for the holiday season, and how to feel your best for to finish 2017 strong . You will have the opportunity to hear from our new registered dietitian, Kaeti Shurling, and eat and fellowship together.  Please sign up on our app under SPECIAL EVENTS! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com.

We wanted to share one of our new fall recipes with you, today! Enjoy! 

Chopped Kale Salad with Butternut Squash & Chickpeas

SERVES: SERVES 4 AS MEAL - OR 8 AS A SIDE

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 1 large bunch of kale 
• 4 cups of any other green lettuce (chopped spinach, broccoli slaw, more kale)
• 2-3 cups large diced butternut squash
• 1 15 ounce can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• Kosher salt
• ½ cup toasted pecan
• OPTIONAL: Chopped chicken or other protein, pomagranate

For the Dressing

• 2 tablespoons tahini
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

1. Prep kale by cutting out the tough ribs of the kale and discard. Chop kale and add to a large bowl.  
2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Add the diced butternut squash and rinsed chickpeas to a baking sheet lined with foil. Drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil, curry powder and cayenne. Mix until the squash and chickpeas are well coated. Sprinkle with kosher salt and bake for 20-25 minutes or until squash is tender and chickpeas are lightly browned.
3. Meanwhile add the dressing ingredients to a small mason jar. Shake to mix and taste for more seasoning or vinegar if desired.
4. Transfer the butternut squash and chickpeas to the bowl of kale. Add the pecans and drizzle with the tahini dressing. Toss to coat. Allow to rest for 10 to 30 minutes before serving so kale softens. Add chicken or other protein! Enjoy!

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We want to spend November focused on being grateful for the body we have and that we have the abilities to treat our bodies well. Let’s choose to make choices today and every day to treat our bodies with love and respect. 

We are excited to reach new goals with you this month and watch you achieve new things and begin living an even healthier lifestyle! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit 

Have a Happy, Healthy Halloween! 🎃👻

Can you believe it's the last week of October? It seems like just yesterday we were headed into this month- focusing on being optimistic and striving to reach goals we never thought possible. What have you been focused on this month? What goals have you accomplished? Remember to work on small goals daily- striving for progress not perfection! We hope that you have been filling out your October calendar and are ready to submit it for a chance to win a month of FREE sessions!!!

Get ready because it's almost Halloween! The fun holiday allows our kiddos to run around in their precious costumes, buzz with the excitement of all the creative outfits & play makeup  and eat a little too much candy they will be getting later in the evening. With all that sugar coming in the door, it can be easy to allow ourselves to slip and fall into consuming much more than we intended! Today, you can  shift your mindset to the positive: Halloween does not have to be so bad after all! 

Here are a few healthy Halloween recipes you can try this week! Enjoy fellowship with friends and family and focus on our motto "all things in moderation".  Being mindful and having self- control some days is not easy but the life- long rewards of making good choices and not overindulging will be worth it in the end!  You can do this- believe in yourself that YOU CAN make good choices and enjoy a happy and healthier halloween.

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Pumpkin Turkey Chili

Ingredients 

• 2 lb. 99% lean ground turkey breast
• 3 15 oz. cans of great northern beans, or kidney beans (mixed is great)
• 1 15 oz. can of pumpkin puree
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• ½ Tbsp Chili powder (or more to taste)
• 1 Tbsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Oregano
• 2 tsp black pepper
• 2-3 cups of low sodium chicken broth
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. Spray a large frying pan with oil, and over medium, cook the turkey, onion, and garlic  for about 4-5  minutes or until mostly white.
2. Pour the beans, pumpkin, peppers, spices and broth into a large pot or crock pot.
3. Mix in the pot and let simmer or if in crockpot set on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
4. Garnish with avocado, greek yogurt, cilantro, and salsa! Enjoy!

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Candy Corn Dessert Fruit Cups

Add in colorful fruit with a TruWhip topping for a fun, lighter dessert! And top with the real thing, of course!

Layer cut pineapple, cut oranges, top with TruWhip! 

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Have a healthy and happy Halloween with your little ones! Enjoy this sweet time and take in every moment!  We had so much fun making all of these treats and getting into some other Halloween fun as well! 

We can't wait to see all of your sweet pictures of costumes and creative healthy treats! Please send them to us at transfitathens@gmail.com or tag us on Instagram @transfitathens! Let's finish this October stronger than we started! We believe in YOU! Email us or bring in your completed calendar for our October challenge! Come join us for a session this week and dress up on Monday or Tuesday in your Halloween costume! If you can't make it to the studio, check out our FREE at home workouts on our website HERE and on our FREE app HERE!

Join us on Friday at 12:30 for our Lunch and Learn with our new Registered Dietitian, Kaeti Shurling. We will be focusing on how to give your best with nutrition and to finish 2017 STRONG! Sign up on our FREE app HERE! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Try a New Healthy Dinner Recipe from our NEW Registered Dietitian: Kaeti Shurling

Happy Monday, sweet friends! A new week and a fresh start! Get excited about the energy in the air with the AthHalf marathon here this weekend and our lululemon POP Up Shop! Our TransFit staff will energize youwith strong body mind and spirit workouts in the studio all week! 

We are thrilled to introduce you to our new registered dietitian Kaeti Shurling!

Kaeti will be sharing new healthy recipes for you and will be taking new nutrition clients Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in the TransFit Studio. 

Kaeti Shurling MS, RD, LD is the registered dietitian behind KaetiRD, a nutrition counseling practice and Perfect Portions LLC, a healthy, prepared meal service.  Kaeti graduated from the University of Georgia in 2013 with a degree in Dietetics and went on to obtain her Masters of Nutrition Science at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2015.  While working in the clinical nutrition field for almost 3 years, her entrepreneurial nature and enthusiasm for proper nutrition education did not fade.  After moving back to Athens in March of 2017 she decided she was ready to help a new population meet their nutrition goals.  Kaeti's nutrition counseling techniques and Perfect Portions work hand-in-hand to help her clients comprehend the reality of good nutrition, but also to act on it by fueling themselves and their families with healthy meals.  Kaeti is fully devoted to helping clientsreach health & nutrition goals through small changes and accountability.  

We are so excited to welcome Kaeti to the TransFit Team!

Kaeti Shurling

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Here is an amazing recipe from Kaeti that we wanted to share with you-

Grilled Mediterranean Turkey Meatballs

Ingredients

FOR THE TURKEY MEATBALLS

• 1 pound ground turkey meat , 95% lean
• 1/3 cup plain panko crumbs or plain bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup crumbled fat free feta cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped STAR Reduced Sodium Pimiento Stuffed Olives
• 2 green onions , cut into thin slices (trim the tops and ends and discard)
• 3 garlic cloves , minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• salt and fresh ground pepper , to taste
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten

FOR THE SKEWERS

• 8 to 10 bamboo skewers
• green , red, and orange pepper, cut into 1-inch squares (I use the mini bell peppers)

Instructions

1. Heat a grill to medium-high.

2. In a large mixing bowl combine turkey meat, bread crumbs, feta, olives, green onions, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and egg; mix well to combine.

3. With moistened hands, shape mixture into 16 meatballs, about 2 inches in diameter.

4. Thread the meatballs and peppers alternately onto skewers.

5. Lightly oil the grates of the grill.

6. Place the meatball skewers on the grill and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, rotating about every 3 minutes to cook evenly. Meatballs should be just cooked through, but not overcooked.

7. Serve warm with Garlic Yogurt Sauce 

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We can't wait for you to meet Kaeti! You can book sessions with Kaeti for nutrition consultations on our app HERE! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Come join us today and tomorrow at the studio for awesome sessions and to check out the pop-up shop with Lululemon featuring their new fall line! Lululemon will be in the studio from 8-11 AM! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Need a Favorite, New Pumpkin Recipe?! 🎃😋

Sweet friends, Happy Fall - officially!  It is that time of year again! Even though this week it has been 90 degrees in sweet Athens GA! Whhoooohhh we have been sweating in the studio! Halloween is right around the corner and we know what that means- LOTS of pumpkins!! It's still a little too early to carve pumpkins for Halloween, so we decided to get in the fall spirit by incorporating other forms of pumpkin in our lives! This is great news because pumpkin is not only delicious in many different foods, but it is incredibly healthy as well!  

Pumpkin puree contains more than 700 percent of the daily value of Vitamin A based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Vitamin A helps support cell reproduction, vision health, immune function, bone health, healing and fetal development. Also, pumpkin puree provides 39 mcg of vitamin K per cup to help with blood coagulation and potentially protect against osteoporosis.

One cup of pumpkin puree provides more than 500 mg of potassium, more than you get in one banana. Also, pumpkin puree contains 7 grams of fiber per cup.

Pumpkin's orange color is a clue to its high antioxidant content and source of beta carotene. Pumpkin puree also provides vitamin C, an antioxidant that supports tissue repair and immunity, as well as vitamin E, which fights disease-causing free radicals in the body.

We had fun this past weekend testing and tasting lots of delicious, but healthier versions of some traditional fall favorites! Here are some of my family's favorite recipes to start your pumpkin season in a delicious and healthy way!

Porter's Favorite Pumpkin Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 2 large egg whites
• 1 cup pure pumpkin (you can use canned organic pumpkin)
• 1/3 cup Coconut Oil (melted)
• 1/3 low-fat plain yogurt (2% organic greek yogurt or try pure coconut milk)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 & ½  teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoonsground cinnamon
• ½  teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 8 1/2″ by 4 1/2″ metal loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray & sprinkle with flour.
2. In large bowl, with wire whisk, combine brown sugar and egg whites. Add pumpkin, oil, yogurt, and vanilla extract; stir to combine.
3. In medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Add flour mixture to pumpkin mixture; stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of loaf comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Invert pumpkin bread onto wire rack; cool completely.

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 Pumpkin Protein Greek Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Greek Plain Yogurt (I use FAGE 2%)
• 1/2 Cup Organic Pumpkin Puree
• 1/2 Tsp Cinnamon
• 1/2 Tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1 Tsp Honey or 2 drops of stevia
• 1/2 Cup Quick & Easy Granola

Directions:

Mix 1st five ingredients together, add granola on top and extra cinnamon to taste! Enjoy a delicious fall protein packed meal! 

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Pumpkin Energy Bites

Ingredients: 

• 1 1/4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 3/4 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter of choice) 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional!)

Directions:

Combine ingredients in medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate up to two hours. Remove from fridge and roll into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate balls for another two hours. Energy bites are perfect for healthy treat at a party or can be stored in air-tight container in the fridge for snacks during the week! Enjoy! 

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We hope that you will enjoy these healthy recipes this fall! Let us continue to give our best and  grow stronger in body mind and spirit.  Scripture reminds us how each hour is an opportunity and each moment is precious- so let us dedicate every moment of this next week to living a healthy, dedicated and Christ-like life for His glory! Our TransFit Team is praying for you, sweet friend!

Come join us next Monday and Tuesday for the Lululemon pop-up shop from 8-11 AM on Monday and 8-10 AM on Tuesday for their new fall collection! We are so excited and hope you can come join us for a session and some shopping!  

 Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Congrats!! We Are Proud of YOU!🌟🎉😍

Happy Saturday! 

We are so proud of each of you who took our TransFIVE no sugar challenge! YOU DID IT! You made it five days with less sugar!  And...even if you didn't do all 5 days.... be proud of yourself for even trying... or even looking at labels differently and recognizing how much added sugars are in your foods.  What an accomplishment!  If you didn't take the challenge with us this week, it's not too late. You can purchase our TransFIVE eBook on our website under the SERVICES tab! We are so excited about this October and we are planning to make it your BEST month yet! Join us for our Optimism in October challenge!

You can do it! 

Here is a great recipe we want to share from our TransFive eBook! You can find more healthy recipes on our website under the HEALTHY LIVING TAB! 

Hummus-Crusted Chicken
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• salt and pepper
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 3 small potatoes, diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1 cup hummus, homemade or store-bought 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 lemons
• 1 tsp. smoked paprika

Directions:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Prepare one large baking dish or two smaller baking dishes with cooking spray.
Pat the chicken dry. Season the chicken breasts with generous pinches of salt and pepper. In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, squash and onion with olive oil until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper.
If using one baking dish, place all of the vegetables on the bottom of the dish in an even layer. Lay the four chicken breasts evenly on top, then cover each chicken breast with the hummus so that the entire breast is covered. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chicken and vegetables. en sprinkle the pan with smoked paprika. inly slice the remaining lemon, and place the slices in between the chicken and vegetables.

**If using two pans, use one for the chicken and one for the vegetables.**

Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Serve immediately. 

We are so proud of you and hope that you feel inspired and encouraged! You are capable of anything that you put your mind to! With God, all things are possible! We would love for you to join us for our new sessions- Biblical Meditation and our Bible Study session. You can sign up on the app HERE! Also, you can now purchase our Bible Study eBook on Amazon HERE! We are so excited about this October and can't wait to see you in the studio for some energining, transforming workouts! Saturday 8 am is one of our favorites!

If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Finish TransFIVE Strong!!!

Happy Thursday!

Thank you for joining us for the transFIVE Challenge! We are SO proud of you for accepting the challenge to eliminate sugar for 5 days to make the first week of October your best! Challenge yourself to workout daily and come join us in the studio for strength training, running, Bible study, Biblical meditation, or yoga! You can do 5 days with no sugar- we believe in you!! 

As we enter into Day 4, here is a great reminder- Release all your worries to the Lord! We pray that you are able to surrender all control to Him.  Rest in His peace and His love for you. The Lord reminds us in His word 365 times to not be afraid- one for each day. May we live in the freedom found in Christ! 

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." 1 Peter 5:7

You are beautiful and made in His image! Shine today beautiful friend! Make today your best day and commit to eliminating sugar today! Take this journey just one day at a time! You will feel energized & revitalized at the end of the 5 days! Please read the daily inspiration for today in the eBook & remember your goal for this week! 

Keep these great tips in mind each day- 

• Avoid simple carbohydrates, like processed breads and cereals 
• Consume ALL your meals prior to 7:00 P.M. Then, brush your teeth for the night and avoid any food until the next morning when you eat breakfast 
• Drink a minimum of 100 ounces of water DAILY
• Try to eat less fruits and MORE veggies
• Exercise for 30 minutes in the morning and 30 minutes in the afternoon- one option would be to alternate your strength training and cardiovascular exercise

YOU ARE ENOUGH! The Lord has created you in His image! Be encouraged by His truth! Thank you for accepting the challenge! Stick with the meal plan today! You are strong and you can complete these FIVE DAYS! We believe in YOU! Download our app, TransFit to book sessions and find recipes, inspiration, and workouts! Follow us on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and Snapchat @transfitathens, to keep up with what is happening in the studio, enter in great giveaways, and find new recipes or workouts to try! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Are you up for the Challenge? TransFive No Sugar starts Monday! Download the FREE Ebook!

Happy October sweet friends!

Each of you worked so hard in September, gaining whole body strength! Thank you!

Optimism in October is our theme this month as we work to transform not only our bodies but our minds too!  Each new month can be a fresh start with renewed motivation and willpower to reach new goals and follow a healthy lifestyle. As the month progresses and the "fullness" (aka craziness) of the holiday season begins, we often struggle to remain as dedicated and focused. Please understand this is normal- let our TransFit Team help you transform- not only in body but in mind and spirit too!

Here's a goal for you...stating tomorrow, Monday, 5 days no sugar!  How about trying our TRANSFIVE  --no sugar challenge? We believe in you and YES you can give it your best! 

Download the free guide here.  Let's do this as a strong community and hold each other accountable to having no sugar for 5 days! 

Part of your accountability can be to encourage one another through our October challenge! This October we are challenging each of you to exercise DAILY, and say one positive statement whether it be a workout here at TransFit, running or walking for your cardio, yoga and stretching, or trying one of our workouts on the app!

To help you with this we want to OFFER our ALL ACCESS PASS for the month of October for a special of $185 !

We want you to use this calendar to write down your workout each day! At the end of the month, bring in your calendar for a chance to be entered into a drawing for a MONTH of FREE sessions! If you want to share with your friends your challenge, use the hashtag #TFoctoberchallenge to see what others are doing and to encourage one another! 

We are so excited to take this challenge together and look forward to seeing all that you can accomplish. If you need any ideas for workouts, check our app or our website under HEALTHY LIVING! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Enjoy encouraging one another and unlocking the key to total transformation! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit