Take the Holiday Challenge!

Core Living Holiday Challenge!

I want to help YOU stay on track during the holidays!!  Challenge details…

- Participants receive 1 point for every 30-minute workout completed, either with me or on their own.  

- Participants receive ½ point for every workout completed that is less than 30 minutes in length.

- Participants receive 1 point for every day they keep a food log.

- Participants receive a deduction of 5 points for every pound gained during the Challenge time period.

- The participant with the most points at the end of the Challenge will receive a cash prize.  The first 2 runner-ups will receive $10 of Core Living credit for workouts, distance accountability training or workout plans.

Other Details:

- Challenge time-frame – December 1 – January 1

- Weigh-ins, workouts & food logs to be submitted to me by 8am on Mondays 

- $10 per person (may be paid directly to me or via PayPal)

- $5 from each entry goes into the pot for the 1^st place prize! 

*In the event of a tie…I will determine who made the most changes based on the feedback I provide weekly on their food log.

Try this Tonight...Beef & Mozzerella Zucchini

Zucchini is in season! Whether you grow it in your garden, your neighbor gave you a few to try from their garden, or you bought some at the store at a great price, here's an idea for you to try...

Beef & Mozzarella Zucchini - 2 ways to serve it!

1.5 lb. 95% lean ground beef

1/2 cup chopped onion

1-2 cups beef broth

1 15 1/2 oz. can Italian-style diced tomatoes

2 cups thinly sliced zucchini

1 tsp salt

2% mozzarella cheese

1. In a large skillet brown ground beef. Drain and rise if desired.

2. In same skillet cook onion for 4-5 min until soft. Return beef to pan.

3. Add broth, tomatoes & salt & bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Cook, uncovered, 15 minutes. Add zucchini, cooking roughly 5 minutes or until zucchini is to desired consistency.

Option 1:

While dish is simmering, cook 2 cups farfalle (bow tie) pasta. Serve Beef & Zucchini over pasta and top each serving with 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese.

Option 2:

Peel and cube a butternut squash. Toss cubes with olive oil, salt and some thyme and/or rosemary. Roast in a 425 degree oven for 15 min, then toss and cook for 5-10 more minutes. If desired, increase heat & broil for 4-5 min to crisp the squash. Serve Beef & Zucchini over butternut squash cubes and top with 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese.

Does your fitness need a boost? Join the Core Living Team 10, Team 20 or Team Workout!

TEAM 10 – $0

If you need to lose 10lbs, want accountability, know it’s time to get your nutrition on track, need someone to work you out and keep you on track, this 1-month plan is the one for you!

Team 10 Details:

• February 13-March 12
• Order Shakeology through www.shakeology.com/jenniemann - one-time order (approx. $125)
• Join one Core Living group workout per week (4 workouts)
• Receive 3 workouts to do at home or at the gym each week
• Receive a variety of breakfast, lunch, snack & dinner recipes to choose from each week
• Get daily team text challenges – each week will have a different fitness or nutrition theme

                                                                  

TEAM 20 – $0

If you need to lose 20lbs, want accountability, know it’s time to get your nutrition on track, need someone to work you out and keep you on track, this 2-month plan is the one for you!

Team 20 Details:

• February 13-April 14
• Order Shakeology through www.shakeology.com/jenniemann - two-time order (approx. $125/order)
• Join one Core Living group workout per week (8 workouts)
• Receive 3 workouts to do at home or at the gym each week
• Receive a variety of breakfast, lunch, snack & dinner recipes to choose from each week
• Get daily team text challenges – each week will have a different fitness or nutrition theme

TEAM WORKOUT - $25

If it’s time to change up your workout routine, you want accountability, & are ready to challenge yourself with daily fitness tests, this one month plan is the one for you.

Team Workout Details:

• February 13-March 12
• Receive 3 workouts per week to do at home or at the gym – each week builds on the one previous
• Get daily team text challenges – each week will have a different fitness or nutrition theme 

Deadline to sign up for all teams is February 9. If participating in Team 10 or Team 20, you must order your Shakeology no later than February 9. The sooner the better!  Workouts start the week of February 13. Questions?  Post here or email directly jj_niemann@hotmail.com.