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Here are some more ways on how to easily incorporate prebiotics into your day:
1️⃣ Start Your Day with Fiber-Rich Foods: Whole grains like oats, barley, and quinoa are excellent sources of prebiotics. Enjoy a warm bowl of oatmeal or swap your regular bread for a whole-grain option!
2️⃣ Snack on Fruits & Veggies: Bananas, apples (with the skin), and berries are all loaded with prebiotic fiber. Raw veggies like onions, garlic, and asparagus are also amazing. Grab a banana or apple as a midday snack or toss garlic into your salad!
3️⃣ Add Legumes: Lentils, chickpeas, and beans aren’t just protein-rich—they’re packed with prebiotics too. Whip up a bean salad or toss them into soups for an easy boost.
4️⃣ Top it Off with Nuts & Seeds: Chia seeds, flaxseeds, and almonds are small but mighty! Sprinkle them into your smoothies, yogurt, or salads for an extra kick of fiber.
5️⃣ Try Fermented Foods: While they aren’t prebiotics themselves, fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and yogurt are full of probiotics. Pairing them with prebiotic foods makes your gut bacteria even happier!
Incorporating these into your meals can be easy, delicious, and so good for your health. What’s your favorite prebiotic-rich food?
Chopped asparagus and garlic in my veggie mix!

Kelley has been giving it her all! 🌟 She’s shown up consistently for every 5:10 a.m. session, rain or shine. Let’s show her some love and take a little inspiration from her commitment to keep pushing ourselves, too!

Every step we take is a step toward better health and becoming the best version of ourselves. Keep it up, team! 💪🌅

🌟 Celebrating Shondell's Amazing Win! 🌟

After 35 years away from running, Shondell completed her first 5K with us last Saturday, and she absolutely crushed it! 🏃‍♀️✨

She finished like a true champion—smiling, having fun, and soaking in every moment of her incredible achievement. We're so proud of you, Shondell! Your journey is an inspiration to us all. Keep shining! 💪❤️

Try this Stewed Chicken Recipe incorporating delicious herbs and spices!

We often associate cinnamon with sweet foods, but it works in savory dishes as well, like this stewed chicken. Try this sweet and savory recipe:

Ingredients:
-1 tablespoon olive oil
-1 pound chicken breasts
-Salt (optional) and pepper
-3 cups chopped vegetables of your choice. We like spinach, carrots and onions. -Fresh or frozen will work. Frozen are often cleaned and cut for you, which can save time.
-1 14.5-oz can or box diced tomatoes
-½ teaspoon cinnamon
-½ teaspoon cayenne
-½ teaspoon turmeric
-1 teaspoon cumin
-Fresh or dried parsley for garnish (optional)
-Rice, couscous or quinoa for serving

Directions:
-Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan. Sprinkle the chicken with salt (if desired) and pepper and add to the pan. Brown each side of the chicken.
-Add the vegetables to the pan and sauté until soft, 5-10 minutes.
-Add the tomatoes, cinnamon, cayenne, turmeric and cumin. Simmer until chicken is cooked through (to 165 degrees Fahrenheit) and vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes.
-Top with parsley (if desired) and serve with rice, couscous or quinoa.

Enjoy!

All the cheers for Hannah! 🎉 She's been working hard for a year, showing up consistently to every workout and giving it her all every single minute. Let’s show her our support and use her dedication as the motivation we need to push ourselves every day! 💪✨ Keep up the amazing work, Hannah!

🏅 Big Shout Out to Everyone! 🏅

We’re so proud of everyone who showed up to run or walk those 5 km at the park last Saturday! Seeing you all out there, some of you reaching goals you didn’t think were possible, and others crushing personal records—what an amazing day! 👏🔥

It was such a blast sharing that energy and those laughs with you all. Let’s keep this momentum going—drop a comment to tell us how you felt crossing that finish line, and if you’ve got a next goal in mind! 💪

🥰 Heather's Chocolate Protein Brownies 🥰 Try it now!!

Ingredients:
-½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips divided
-½cup refined coconut oil 95 grams
-3 eggs
-¾ cup coconut sugar
-2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry:
-½ cup plant chocolate protein powder
-⅓ cup blanched almond flour
-2 tablespoons cocoa powder
-¼ teaspoon salt

Directions:
-Preheat the oven to 350 Fahrenheit. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper and set aside.
-Combine 1 cup of the chocolate chips (keep the other 1/2 cup aside for now) and coconut oil in a bowl. If you have a scale, please use it! You need 95 grams of coconut oil which is about 1/2 cup and 6.5 ounces of chocolate chips which is about 1 cup. With these two ingredients, accurate measurements are so important.
-Melt in the microwave using 30 second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted.
-Meanwhile, add the eggs and coconut sugar to a bowl or bowl of a stand mixer and beat together for about 1 minute.

-Beat in the vanilla and the chocolate once melted.
-Add in the remaining dry ingredients and beat until a smooth batter form.
-Fold in the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
-Add the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 22-28 minutes, I usually do 25 minutes but all ovens are different.
-Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift out and let cool before slicing.

Enjoy!

🌟 Beyond Proud of Chuck! 🌟

We’re incredibly excited to celebrate the amazing progress Chuck has made through his dedication and hard work! 💪✨ His commitment has led to a significant drop in both weight and body fat, showing just how powerful consistency can be.

Let’s show Chuck some love and support in the comments! 👏👏 Your journey inspires all of us, Chuck—keep up the fantastic work! 🚀🔥

We just want to say how thrilled we are to see everyone joining in for Spirit Week! 🎉💪 Here are some of the best photos from this week, crew—thanks for bringing the energy and making it unforgettable!

Alright, team!! Eric and his crew took on a long and challenging curling competition! They made it all the way to the semifinals and secured an amazing third place finish!! Let’s show them our support and congratulations – heck yeah!!! 👏🥉

Where are all the sushi lovers?!
Check out this Salmon Roll Sushi Bowl!
Another fun way to add in those Omega 3s, easy to make high protein and adjust for your personal macro needs!

Heck yeah! 🎉 Kathy crushed it! She's down 24 pounds by staying committed to her training and focusing on her nutrition through the Elite Nutrition program. 💪 But that's not all—she also dropped 8% body fat! 🔥 We are beyond proud of her hard work and dedication, and we know she’s going to keep crushing her goals! 🙌

Let’s give Kathy a huge round of applause in the comments! 👏👏 Your journey is an inspiration to us all. Keep shining, Kathy! 🌟

🌟 Best of Luck to Our Marathon Runners! 🌟

This Sunday, some of our incredible clients will be taking on the International Marathon and Half-Marathon in Detroit! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ We couldn't be prouder of your dedication and hard work! You’ve trained for this moment, and now it’s your time to shine. 💥

To everyone running: YOU GOT THIS! 💪 Every coach here is cheering you on and sending you the best vibes for race day. We know you'll give it your all and cross that finish line stronger than ever! 🏅

If you're running this weekend, drop a comment below and let us know! 🙌
And for those of us who aren’t running, let’s show our support for our runners! Leave a message of encouragement for our amazing team. 🎉

Together, we’re unstoppable! 💥 Let’s go!! 🚀

Check this out, team! 🌟

Here’s 1 recipe for each meal—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—designed to pack in enough protein, include plenty of veggies, and of course, be absolutely delicious!

Recipe 1: Protein-Packed Omelet with Veggies
Meal: Breakfast
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
-3 large eggs
-1/2 cup of chopped spinach
-1/2 cup of chopped bell peppers
-1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
-Salt and pepper to taste
-Olive oil

Instructions:
-Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
-Whisk eggs in a bowl.
-Add spinach, bell peppers, and cheese to the eggs and whisk to combine.
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook until set.
-Season with salt and pepper.

Recipe 2: Chicken Salad Sandwich on Whole-Wheat Bread
Meal: Lunch
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: (None, if chicken is pre-cooked)

Ingredients:
-1 cup of cooked and shredded chicken breast
-1/2 cup of chopped celery
-1/4 cup of chopped red onion
-1/4 cup of mayonnaise
-2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
-1 tablespoon of lemon juice
-Salt and pepper to taste
-2 slices of whole-wheat bread
-Lettuce and tomato (optional)

Instructions:
-In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, red onion, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
-Mix well to combine.
-Spread the chicken salad mixture onto the whole-wheat bread.
-Add lettuce and tomato, if desired.

Recipe 3: Salmon with Roasted Vegetables
Meal: Dinner
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:
-1 salmon fillet (about 4 ounces)
-1 sweet potato, cubed
-1 zucchini, sliced
-1 red bell pepper, sliced
-1 tablespoon of olive oil
-1 teaspoon of dried oregano
-1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
-Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
-Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
-Toss the sweet potato, zucchini, and bell pepper with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
-Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
-While the vegetables are roasting, season the salmon with salt and pepper.
-Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
-Serve the salmon with the roasted vegetables.

💍🎉 BIG shoutout to Jackie who just CRUSHED it in her fitness journey with us! She’s down 4% in body fat and up 4 lbs of lean muscle 💪—all while prepping for her upcoming wedding! 👰‍♀️

We’re beyond proud of her hard work and dedication—she’s a true example of what consistency and commitment can achieve. 🏋️‍♀️🔥

Let’s all send her some love and encouragement in the comments as she gets closer to her big day! 💬👇

✨ Let’s show some love for Angie! ✨
She’s been crushing it and proving that with dedication and hard work, anything is possible. 💪 Every day, she gives her all in each workout, constantly pushing to be better. Today, we’re celebrating her amazing achievement of losing 12 pounds! 🎉

👏 Drop your messages of support for Angie in the comments and let’s celebrate this huge milestone together! Who else is feeling inspired by her journey? 🙋‍♀️👇

Alex has done an incredible job improving her health! She has been super consistent with her nutrition and physical exercise, showing that results are possible and the best is yet to come.

Keep going, Alex! Huge congratulations on your hard work and perseverance. We know these 3 months are just the beginning of a healthier, better life! 💪✨