Cevichelada

I don’t know whether it’s my saucy new haircut or the fact that I’ve been a little homesick lately, but I’m in the mood for something spicy. And with the weather as hot and muggy as it is, that means something light and refreshing, too.

So, when I think about spicy, light, and refreshing, I immediately fantasize about New Mexico. I’m not partial to New Mexican cuisine because I’m from New Mexico but because it’s truly the best version of Mexican fusion (no bias, I swear). There’s always a subtle hint of a smoke in our flavor and during green chile season, it’s all about—you guessed it—chile. Chile can even be found in our ceviche recipes.

The Monday Menu Revisited: Plum Chicken Salad

Earlier this month we heard from a few of our Mommy Makeover participants and Comeback Circle members on some of their favorite recipes throughout the contest. This week, I thought it’d be fun to share one of my favorite recipes from Monday Menus past. This is a family favorite and really helps on nights when our schedule is jam packed. With soccer season in full swing and football about to start up, I need these quick recipes now more than ever!

In keeping with the healthy theme, I’ve selected something that’s not only healthy, but quick and easy to prepare. Of course, it also tastes great!

Please enjoy this week’s Monday Menu Revisited—Plum Chicken Salad.

Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Bowl | Model Behaviors

May 2, 2016May 2, 2016

Announcing the Mommy Makeover Winner!

We thought it’d be fun to have a special edition of the Monday Menu this week by having our Mommy Makeover Contest winner share one of her favorite recipes that she discovered over the last three months of her healthy, productive lifestyle change.

Each of our participants did an amazing job taking our advisers’ wisdom to heart. We saw evidence that each of these five women stepped up their healthy eating game and also integrated an everyday workout routine into their already busy schedules. In last month’s check-in they also shared the profound impact this contest has had on each of them.

It was very difficult for the judges and me to narrow down our participants to the top three. Once we did, we handed the contest over to you, our readers, and your 600+ votes have spoken.

Our winner for the Mommy Makeover Contest is…

April 18, 2016April 17, 2016

Protein-Boost Veggie Bowl

About seven months ago, our Behaviorist Holly decided to transition to a vegetarian diet. She’s already shared one of her favorite recipes with us (veggie-stuffed zucchini), but this week she’s getting a bit more personal. Her transition to being vegetarian came with some pretty big ups and downs.

Read on to learn about one of Holly’s biggest challenges and how she overcame it.

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February 22, 2016February 19, 2016

Spicy Beef Salad

I’d be lying if I told you that the thought of beef in my salad sounds appetizing. I’m more of a chicken and fish type of gal. Or maybe just tossing hot beef on a bed of lettuce throws me off. Whatever the case, I didn’t used to be a fan of this combo until I had a Thai Spicy Beef Salad.

The light and refreshing dressing has quickly turned me into a believer. And this zesty little salad fills me up while keeping me feeling light and energetic—the perfect meal to prepare while on the AdvoCare 24-Day Challenge. Perhaps our Mommy Makeover participants can give this one a try!