Fitness, Family and Fun: What Is Shakeology ?

Just another shake right?

That's what I thought in the beginning too. I know where you're coming from, there are many of them out there. I suggest talking to people that have actually experienced the benefits of shakeology themselves. I would like to share with you why this has been a huge tool for me in losing those extra pounds I had gained while going through pregnancy three times. I had struggled with daily cravings for chocolate, I wasn't nourished properly, and I wasn't getting in all the veggies and nutrition I should have been getting in to optimize weight loss. Another reason why the struggle of working out SO much and not being able to lose as much as I could have been. It definitely helped push me past that plateau.

It has been a lifesaving tool in my whole journey.

It is not a protein shake. It is a meal replacement shake which means it is full of super foods that your body needs each and every day to be nourished. When you're properly nourished, your body will get past those plateaus and curb off cravings.

I was hesitant in purchasing this shake because I wasn't sure what it could do for me or if it would help me all that much in my weight loss. But after doing some research and reading all the information on the Shakeology website and on the internet, I ordered a months supply on home direct and gave it a shot.

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I chose chocolate because I'm a HUGE chocolate lover!! I got those cravings all the time, each and every day usually around 3pm. Can you relate?

All I did was mixed it with water and I was pleasantly surprised! It tasted like a TREAT!!
Finally, some chocolate that I could feel GOOD about eating everyday!

Along with my monthly Shakeology order I get a calendar of other ways to mix up my Shake each day. I have tried many and they have all been so yummy.

My favourite has been the FUNKY MONKEY (as I like to call it) :

1 scoop of chocolate vegan shakeology
1/2 banana
1 tbsp. natural PB
water and ice

Blend her up and you've got a quick and so tasty breakfast or snack.

Shakeology was the main reason I had signed up to be a coach. I knew this was a go to for me when I had cravings and it had helped push past my plateaus a lot quicker than I would have trying to do it on my own. In order to save some money I had signed up to be a coach to save 25% on their products, everyone likes to save a bit of money right! I was making my health a priority and I didn't want to give up this tool because it was working really well for me.

It's my go to when on the run with the kids and first thing in the mornings. We all have those hectic mornings! When you have them you are either not eating anything, or you're grabbing Tim Horton's on the way to work (like I was doing, a LOT of). All those bagels and yogurts add up. So now this is something I can quickly blend up in the morning. I have saved the money I would have spent at Timmies and drink a Shakeology instead and then I KNOW that I'm getting something good in me each day.

When I'm craving a bit of a treat on Friday or Saturday, it's easy to use shakeology in cookies or make pudding or even ice cream with it. It's something you can go to when needing a treat at the end of the week but not sacrificing all your hard work you put in during the week. I look forward to my daily Funky Monkey Shake.

Shakeology has helped me lose 35 pounds now and is helping me maintain my weight. I drink it for breakfast or my afternoon 3pm snack.

Here is some more information on Shakeology so you can make an informed decision:

If you don't enjoy eating your veggies, this is a great way to get them in for the day!

What is Shakeology?

Shakeology is a nutritional protein shake that provides a wide spectrum of healthy nutrients in a low-calorie formula. Whether you use it as a meal replacement for weight loss or simply to ensure your body gets all the nutrients it needs for optimal health, Shakeology takes the guesswork out of nutrition.

What's in it?

Shakeology contains over 70 ultra high-quality ingredients conveniently located in one glass, to deliver nearly all the nutrients you need to maintain a healthy diet. It's good for you, and good for everyone, because everyone's diet is deficient in some of the key nutrient groups packed into just one Shakeology serving.

Protein from whey, which is highly absorbable, gives you 8 essential amino acids that help you build muscle, lose weight, support brain function, and keep your skin and bones healthy.
Vitamins and minerals support optimum health.
Antioxidants boost the immune system and help reduce free radical damage that can lead to heart disease, heart attacks, blood pressure, and stroke.
Phytonutrients support immune function and have anti-inflammatory properties.
Prebiotics support digestive and immune health.
Digestive enzymes help in the digestion of foods and increase the absorption rate of those foods for optimum health.

What can Shakeology do for you?

It is an effective way to help you lose weight, increase your energy and be the healthiest you can possibly be. Shakeology can help you reduce cravings and promote healthy digestion and regularity. Shakeology recommends that you replace one meal per day with a shake along with regular exercise and a balanced diet, participants who did this experienced remarkable health improvements. It can reduce your total cholesterol, reduce LDL cholesterol, reduce cardiovascular risk, and reduce oxidative damage caused by free radicals.

Why Shakeology?

I love Shakeology because I am a busy parent and it is a quick and convenient way to get complete nutrition. It supplies me with the energy I need to help keep up with the kids and my hectic lifestyle. It is also easier to make and tastier than a salad, and it is an excellent way to eat healthy when eating a full meal is not possible. If you don't like eating fruits and vegetables then this is a great way to get all the benefits of eating a full bowl of fruits and vegetables without having to actually eat them. If you have high cholesterol then this will help you lower total and LDL as well.

How to use it.

It's very simple.

Mix 1 scoop of Shakeology with 8 oz. of water. If you like, add ice. Or if you want something more filling and maybe even more satisfying, blend your Shakeology with ice and non fat, almond, rice, or soy milk. Shakeology dissolves easily, but blending it will give it a thicker, creamier texture.
When I make my shake, I always just mix with water and ice and it's thick enough.

Ways to try Shakeology:
1. Message me for a sample
2. You can purchase a week's worth of samples from me to try out Shakeology and see if its the right fit for you for $35.
3. You can purchase a Shakeology cleanse for $50 to jump start your weight loss program or break a plateau.

4. You can sign up for Shakeology HD (home direct) which gives you cheaper shipping and automatically ships your Shakes to you each month. You can cancel at any time with no questions asked. There is also a 30 day money back bottom of the bag guarantee. If for any reason you do not like the shake you can return the empty bag for a full refund.

5. You can purchase Shakeology in the 30 serving bag or 24 individual serving sizes, both are the same price. With individual serving sizes you can have an assortment of Greenberry and Chocolate, Chocolate and Vanilla, and now Tropical Strawberry and Vegan Chocolate.