Trainer April

Snackelbox for the win on a beautiful beach day 😎
Fruit, meat and cheese, the possibilities are endless.
Make your goals mean more to you than your excuses.
Happy summer days🌞

Newest workout is released on my blog!
The TRX is one of my favorite pieces of equipment and is definitely under utilized in the fitness field. Here are my three go-to core exercises for a quick 10 min circuit.

What are your go-to core exercises?

Blog link for video: https://blog.trainerapril.net/videos-2/exercise-routine-core-only/workout-of-the-week-1-25-trx-core/

Looking for an at home workout using only stairs? This article gives you great exercises 💪🏻

Using Your Stairs to Step Up Your Home Workout Game Incorporating the stairs into your home workout can be an effective way of adding in some variety while raising the difficulty level of your normal routine.

Monday check in!
How are you doing today?
What's your goals for the week?

Comfort food time! When you’re looking for a comforting, hearty meal, nothing beats the crock pot chuck roast. It’s easy to make, offers plenty of variations, fills you up and gives you days of left overs.

We've had several weeks of illnesses going through out household, and now that we're all all the mend, we're reaching for the comforting recipes to help feed our inner child. Pot roast was a staple in my household growing up, so here is a take on my classic family recipe.
Recipe on my blog: https://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-beef/crock-pot-chuck-roast/

Quick reference facts:
Ingredients:
1 beef chuck roast – the larger the roast, the longer the cooking time.
2 cans of cream of mushroom soup + 2 can of water
baby carrots at least 1lb bag
stalk of celery – chopped
1 sweet onion
2lbs red potatoes
salt and pepper

Directions:
Combine soup and water in crock pot. Add half of carrots, celery and onions.
Pat chuck roast dry with paper towels and season all sides with salt and pepper liberally.
Nestle roast into crock pot. Add remaining carrots, celery, onions and potatoes over roast.
Cover crock pot, set to low, and cook until meat is tender, at least 6 hours.

I don't have a picture of this recipe because every time I make it I end up loving it so much I forget to take a picture before I start eating it! But with the Big Game coming up I wanted to share this fan favorite recipe of mine.

Recipe: Crock Pot Homemade BBQ Sauce with Smokies or Hot Dogs.
I like to use Tetons polish dogs and beef dogs cut into bite sized pieces but, you can use your favorite choice too! You combine all ingredients and set the crock pot to low, easy as that. Highly recommended dish to share.
Enjoy!

Link to recipe on my blog: http://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-sides-salads/crock-pot-homemade-bbq-sauce-with-smokies/

Have you seen my latest blog post? I wrote this article right before thanksgiving offering you menu ideas and ways to navigate a social event while dealing with different food restrictions. Check out the content and leave a comment with any feedback or helpful tips you've applied.
http://blog.trainerapril.net/articles/navigating-a-holiday-menu-with-food-restrictions/
Keep a look out for more recipes being released soon!

Happy Thanksgiving!!
I hope you have a beautiful day surrounding yourself with love and giving thanks to those that are important ♡

Starting your day out with a balanced meal will help set the ground work for:
✅️ having more energy
✅feeling better/happier
️✅making better food/drink choices throughout the day
️pair with a tall glass of water and your good to go!

Sandwich details:
✔️egg & egg white
✔️ turkey
✔️daiya swiss cheese
✔️spinach
✔️tomatoes
✔️sourdough bread
✔️earth balance butter

No filter needed for this gem of a photo.
Find those who motivate you, push you, uplift you and stay by your side.
Thankful for you 😘

Newest workout is a great one!
I love Tabata circuits, you get a good workout in, in a short amount of time and you're always sweaty at the end! Tag me in your post workout picture! 🤟
Like, comment, share 💪

This yellow curry dish is soo delicious - but a love a good curry dish. The sweetness of the Yukon potatoes really balance out the kick of the curry. I paired this dish was a serving of brown rice. So good! Enjoy!
Recipe on my blog: https://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-soup-stews/easy-yellow-curry-chicken-and-potatoes/

I love orzo, I think its a perfect side to MANY dishes and it soaks up the flavors it is cooked with so nicely. This Lemon Orzo dish is a great side to pork or chicken. Next time I'll add a few handfuls of spinach to it as well. Enjoy!
Recipe on my blog: https://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-sides-salads/lemon-toasted-orzo/

If you love a good flavored biscuit casserole dish, this is the dish for you! This is a one pan recipe which makes for easy week night clean up. Feel free to add additional vegetables or extra spices to biscuits for an extra kick. Enjoy!
Recipe on my blog: https://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-chicken/southern-biscuits-and-chicken-casserole/

This waffle and hot fudge recipe is 🔥🔥🔥 The waffles need to be made at least 24 hours in advance and the hot fudge can last a couple weeks in fridge. This is a great dessert to have on a date-night-in or if you want to indulge a little. Enjoy!
Recipe can be found on my blog: http://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/holidaydishes/homemade-belgian-waffles-with-ice-cream-and-hot-fudge-sauce/

This is a delicious Greek Salad! But are there any bad ones out there?
The beautiful thing about any type of salad is you can customize it to your taste preferences - add more of one item & take off another.
Have fun with it and enjoy all the benefits of this yummy recipe!
Recipe on my blog: http://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-sides-salads/greek-salad/

If you're looking for a new take on a cornbread pie, this is a must try recipe! It is super easy to make and delicious. While the ingredient list may be on the longer side, its all easy prep and you only use one pan. Who doesn't love a good one pot, cast iron, meal? Enjoy!
Recipe on my blog: http://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-pork/cast-iron-pork-cornbread-pie/

This is soup is great to make if you have extra rice you need to use in a recipe. It's ingredients are common around the household and pairs well with salad. Try this on on your next winters night ❄️
Recipe can be found on my blog: http://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-soup-stews/easy-turkey-and-rice-soup/

What a year 2021 was. It was filled with unexpected adventures, emotional rollercoasters and so many moments to be thankful for.
My biggest take away from 2021 was to let go of those that don't lift me up. I've grown a new strength this year to be selfish with my happiness and protect what brings me comfort and real joy. I have had to say no to people and things that will be emotionally draining - and that is hard to do. I am thankful for the inner circle of friendships and love that has developed from 2021 and am excited to see what I will further discover in 2022.
Thank you for wanting to be part of this crazy life and thank you for lifting not only me up but those around you 💚
2022 I want to continue to grow my business, do more activities for enjoyment - reading, cross-stitching, hiking, meditating/yoga/exercise - work on our property, be around friends and family more, slow down at times and do things that makes me smile. Here's to you 2022 🥳🥂

📣📣 I have been reflecting on this past year and the content released and how helpful it has been to everyone. What content do you find most helpful, interesting or just plain ol' want to see more of? Please leave a comment or DM me with what you have found most helpful.
Looking forward to positive growth and accomplishments in 2022 🤟🥳

This week was my moms birthday and we had a great time celebrating how amazing she it! All the pictures here are one's that are tied to great memories and bring nothing but pure joy while looking at them. I hope you can crack a little smile too.
Happy Birthday Mom!! 🧡

Get your cookie cutters and decorations out! This recipe is a must try. I also linked my buttercream and cream cheese frosting recipes on my blog as well. Check it out and enjoy!
Recipe on my blog: https://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/holidaydishes/holiday-sugar-cookies/

Gratitude is one of the healthiest emotions to express. It can shift your perspective and your mindset. The more we work on expressing it the more we will attract it. In a world of consumerism, try to pause, step back and look around. There is so much beauty around you, take a second to give it thanks 🧡

Thank you!!!!😘🤟
🧡 I hope you have a great Thanksgiving and enjoy the time with friends and family! 🦃🍗

Double feature today!! Two ingredient gooey pumpkin spice cookies paired with delicious cream cheese frosting. If you're looking for an easy seasonal cookie this is the treat for you. Recipe is on my blog and ready for you to enjoy! I made it as a gluten free option but you can choose any spice cake mix you like.
Recipe for Cookie:
https://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/holidaydishes/gooey-pumpkin-spice-cookie/
Recipe for Frosting:
https://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/holidaydishes/cream-cheese-frosting/

Just a reminder Trainer April is closed Monday November 15th to Friday the 19th.
Be back in studio and ready to crush goals Monday the 22nd! 💪😁

Sometimes the universe delivers what you believe you deserve. Lean into the positivity, surround yourself with it and you will find it only attracts more of the positive.❤

This recipe is so simple and beautifully creamy. Pair this pasta dish with a nice side salad and you have a perfect week night dinner. The lemon and feta are the highlight of this meal, enjoy!
Recipe available on my blog: https://blog.trainerapril.net/recipes/recipes-pasta/lemon-chicken-linguine/