Motivation Shaker, Ashley Tabb

Grab your spot now...I already have mine... We are still weeks from the launch, but VIP early access is available now and I am SOOO excited that I got the official email that I've been approved for the exclusive test group that Shaun T, the program's creator and trainer, will be leading!!! It's a private facebook group where he will go LIVE weekly to give nutrition tips and fitness advice.  He will also post information related to the program and life in general.  Plus Beachbody will provide information throughout the 6-week challenge to help keep the group active and engaged for added support and accountability!! What's even better is I have several friends that have already joined the group AND I can get access for 20 of my friends to the exclusive test group too!! Isn't that exciting?!?!  If you want to do it with me, but don't have an account yet, you can make me your FREE coach by creating a free account . So what is this program that I'm so ex

For the past several years, our kids have been involved with holiday performances.  This will be Courtney's fourth year in the Lexington Dance Factory's Nutcracker production.  She will be in the Lollipop and Chinese dances.  Caroline will make her debut as a Mini Mouse. Courtney will perform on Friday, December 7 for her classmates and other kids that come to the performance for a field trip.  Both girls will be in the 1pm performance on Saturday, December 15 at Transylvania University. Then Courtney will also perform in the 6pm performance on Saturday, December 15 at Transylvania University. Tickets are still available at  https://25654.danceticketing.com/r/?tid=269&sid=0&message&fbclid=IwAR188jP4lOPQ3kdSSc3vp8N7xphiN095IWSjKi1qLpsphaXRndef8VVaa_E. I highly recommend sitting in the balcony!  It's a great view. After rehearsals, we headed to Pies and Pints to meet our friends for dinner before watching a long-time favorite, A Charlie Brown Christm

A few years ago, I flipped my thoughts from "if only" to "only if."  Rather than thinking, "If only I could get to the gym," I  decided to switch to "Only if I bring the gym to me." I stopped feeling frustrated for myself by thinking "if only I had more time." and instead decided "only if I get up earlier will I have time."  Imagine when you stop and look at things from a different angle...what would you accomplish?!? Decide today to get ahead of the curve and rather than thinking "if only in 2019..." instead switch to "only if I start now will I be closer to where I want in 2019."  I am excited to tell you:  Now is the time!! There is a nifty little platform with several programs to choose from and an online group.  But if you aren't ready to make this part of your health and fitness now, that's totally cool.  These programs aren't for everyone.  But if you wa

We had an amazing holiday week full of our annual traditions: Family photo and the girls got new pajamas from Grammie!  I continued my morning workouts in the basement.  This "me time" not only includes exercise, but quiet time before the girls wake up and reflecting on our many blessings by writing gratitude statements. We've made bowling with the cousins annual outing! The girls have fun improving their bowling skills, playing in the arcade and having a few treats like funnel sticks!!   We bought "deal of the day" gift certificates earlier in the year which gave us $50 of bowling bucks but only paid $15 for them!  Grammie and Grampy always have some fun gifts for the girls that they wrap in tissue paper and we hide outside (weather permitting) for a scavenger hunt.  Each girl has a different color tissue paper to search for her specific gifts.  Gingerbread house decorating has been an annual tradition since Matt was a kid.  It continued wh

I love Black Friday and Ccyber Monday....ok, I love finding any type of deal or sale, anytime of the year!!!  However, now is a great time to score health and fitness goodies for your end of year fitness goals as you start to think about your New Years Resolutions!! Give yourself or someone you love the gift of health and fitness this holiday season. Below I'll lay out several of the items. You can click the link to check out the sales, but remember thousands are shopping this weekend and supplies are limited, so don't wait. Plus, if you want to join my online success group, I'll guide you through getting starting with the program and we can work toward our goals together.  Email me at atabb01@gmail.com for details on how I can support you in reaching your health and fitness goals. These Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals will be available from  November 20th at 10 AM PST to November 27th at 9:59 AM PST . All items are first come, first served and you can purchase as ma

As Halloween approaches, candy options are more and more tempting.  Ok, maybe candy is tempting all year around!!  You want to think those little pieces of chocolate won't affect your weight goals, but they can.  Especially when it's hard to just eat one or two.  Personally, I would much rather have several bites of dessert than just one, so these wonder whip solutions are an amazing alternative to a few pieces of candy!! They are much more filling and satisfying!!  Whip up a bowl today and give your sweet tooth what it wants!!   Thanks to Ilana Muhlstein for sharing this recipe and her registered dietitian knowledge through the 2B Mindset Nutrition program and certified mentorship training!  B oth the Almond Joy candy and wonder whip have 235 calories, but you get a WHOLE cup with the whip rather than just two bites!!  Ingredients:  1 Cup 0-2% Plain Greek Yogurt 1 TBSP unsweetened Shredded Coconut 1 TBSP Cocoa Nibs 2 tsp. cocoa powder

We are not ready for the pool to close and choose Halloween costumes, but the time has come. We had an amazing summer and now it's time for the season to change and embrace what's next.  Of course, there are several things to look forward to in the fall. I love sports and the events around them. My husband, two girls and I have been cheering on the Red Sox all summer and are excited for the playoffs and World Series.  Each Saturday, 6-year-old soccer takes over our morning and college football takes over the afternoon. Tailgating with friends for home games and gatherings at someone's house if the game is away. Keeneland horse racing is a highlight in October and this year opening day is on my birthday!! We have several fall festivals on the calendar and then before we know it, Thanksgiving and Christmas will arrive.  But first things first, let's talk about my favorite fall flavor, pumpkin spice.  For a limited time only, starting Monday September 17 in the U.S.

It's the last full week of summer for the kiddos.  Next Tuesday, bedtimes will be earlier and alarms will be set.  We will prep lunches each night and have pick up schedules in place. As you start to create schedules for everyone, take time to create a back to school schedule for you too.  Plan what you'll do each day to make the most of your time.  Give yourself a daily 30 minute exercise appointment at the time that works best for YOU!! Need ideas for lunch boxes or family friendly dinners that everyone will eat?!?! How will you stay accountable and motivated to your daily "me time" appointments?  Join the August accountability group.  I find these groups keep me on track and others tell me they help them too!! Complete the application below and then email or message me on Facebook to join the online group. Fill out my Wufoo form!

This summer there are several ways we can enjoy family and friends but still move toward our health can fitness goals.  Thanks to these amazing trainers and my online accountability groups, you can lose weight and/or tone even while having your favorite foods and drinks.  How am I so sure that you can get results from June-August and still enjoy pool time, picnics and reunions? Because I lost 15 pounds during the summer of 2014 and maintained my results these last four years by sharing what I learned with others.   I've completed every new Beachbody workout that has launched in the last four years and can help you start with one you'll enjoy based on your fitness level and goals.  Plus I'm looking for 10 people to try the newest workout that launches June 11.  This new program will allow you to get strong and lean in just 4 days a week.  That's right, you workout only 4 of 7 days so you have more time to do the things you love...whether it's run, swim, rest

 After months of intense workouts and meal plans...I am SOOOO excited to implement and share a new nutrition program!  There are NO portion containers, NO giving up sweets 🍦 , cheats  🍟 or alcohol.... 🥂 🍻 AND exercise is optional or extra credit!!!  THIS PROGRAM IS FOR ANYONE WHO... H as ever struggled with emotional eating W ants to lose weight, but doesn’t like to (or can't) exercise, Exercises but struggles with nutrition or isn't seeing desired results Is  tired of yo-yo dieting and wants to maintain a healthy lifestyle Lo ves food, loves to eat big portions, has struggled with overeating & binge eating W ants an easy-to-follow system WITHOUT cutting food groups counting calories Has   5 lbs to lose OR 100 lbs to lose ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2B Mindset is a video-based weight-loss program designed to change your mindset about food, your body, and losing weight. The

This is one of our favorite winter recipes.  I used to make it in the crock pot but now that I have the Instant Pot, it can be made in 45 minutes.  Plus I can wash dishes while it's cooking!! Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1/2 cup frozen onion 1 pound thawed ground beef or turkey meat 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic cloves 14 oz diced tomato Italian Style 8 ox tomato sauce 14 ox Red Kidney Bean Noodles (optional) Make sure the pot is completely in the instant pot. Press Brown/Saute. Put in olive oil, onions and meat. Cook, stir occasionally until brown. Add other ingredients Switch Instant Pot setting to Beans/Chili and set for 5 minutes Close lid and be sure valve is locked. Press Start Instant Post will heat and then cook. When finished, wear an oven mitt and use a kitchen utensil to unlock valve and release steam.

This Carrot Cake Smoothie recipe has all the flavors of a beloved carrot cake, without all the unnecessary fats and sugars. 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 cup ice 1 scoop  Vanilla Shakeology 1 medium carrot cut into chunks ½ cup crushed pineapple in juice 2 Tbsp. chopped raw walnuts ½ tsp. ground cinnamon Place almond milk, ice, Shakeology, carrot, pineapple, walnuts, and cinnamon in blender; cover. Blend until smooth. Enjoy!!