Transformation Tuesday

Guess what today is? Transformation Tuesday!!! I didn't know if I had any before pictures that were full body pictures, but then I found one from April 2012 and didn't realize how much bigger I was. I used pic stitch to put my "Before and After" picture on Instagram. The after picture was taken on April 7, 2013.

Before and After
April 2012 ---> April 2013

DO NOT GIVE UP! Even if you have one bad day, don't let that ruin the progress you have made. This took me a year to get where I am. Not because it was easy, but because I never gave up. It's ok to cheat every NOW and THEN. Start small by changing your eating habits or walking a mile every day so it's easier to stay on track. Whatever it takes to get healthy and happy, DO IT. Pinterest and motivational blogs helped me get inspired enough to where fitness became my new love rather than partying and eating really unhealthy choices. It's ok to love food, but find healthy alternatives to your favorite foods. I have found a new love for not only fitness but cooking as well. I make all of my meals to make sure I know what I am putting in my body. If you're going out to eat, plan ahead so you can make wise choices. Sorry for rambling, but I remember the picture on the left and how I was just starting my journey. I can't believe how far I've come and how much happier I am. Just remember tomorrow is a new day to start getting healthy. Don't wait to start :)

Love,

Chels

Margaritaville Restaurant & Casino Biloxi

Sunday was my day off from the gym so my family and I (minus my sister) decided to have a family outing at Margaritaville in Biloxi, MS. This time of the year is the best time to go because they have a marina with tables, a bar, and a stage. You can just sit out there, soak up some sun, and listen to some music. I can't wait to go back!

Marina

Family & boyfriend

Keith & I

New summer clothes!

Love,

Chels

Shrimp Fajitas

This has got to be my favorite healthy meal for the time being. I have literally made this meal 3 times this week. It's super simple and can be tweaked to your liking! You can double the recipe if you want. I make enough for myself and usually have left over veggies that don't fit in the tortilla and just eat them on the side or share them :)

Ingredients

• 6-8 frozen or fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined with tail off
• Half of yellow and orange bell pepper, sliced (you can use whatever color pepper you like)
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 1 tsp safflower oil
• 1 low carb tortilla (I used La Tortilla Factory)
• 2 TBSP of avocado

Directions

Slice veggies and saute in a medium saucepan with 1 tsp of safflower oil over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes, occasionally tossing them to allow for even cooking. After veggies are softened and browned, put them aside. Place the shrimp in the same pan and cook about 1-2 mins on each side, making sure not to overcook. You want them browned but to still have some orange/pink color. Once shrimp are cooked, mix the veggies and shrimp together to blend flavors. Take your tortilla and lay flat on a plate. Take 2 tablespoons of avocado and spread on tortilla and lay shrimp and veggie mixture in the middle. Roll into a burrito and heat in the microwave for about 10 seconds. You can cut the burrito in half or eat whole, but I like to cut mine because I feel like I'm eating more ;). Enjoy!