We created "A Daily Dash" as a way to bring a little extra inspiration to your day! Each day will feature a new inspirational quote or phrase accompanied by a lovely image that can be used as a background for most Andriod and iPhone devices! We hope the quotes motivate you and serve as a tiny reminder that you've got people rooting for you every time you check your phone! We personally like using the "Daily Dash" as a lock screen. 

You can download the above background and any of previous ones by heading over to our Daily Dash page. New quotes and backgrounds are added daily, so don't forget to check back frequently! We would love any suggestions you have to make this feature better or more accessible, just leave us a comment below. 

1. Click the "Download" button for the image you want to use as your lock screen
2. Click and hold the screen until several prompts appear 
3. Tap "Save Image"
4. Settings -> Wallpaper -> Choose a New Wallpaper -> Photos 
5. Then chose your background from your photos
6. Tap Set and pick if you want it as Lock Screen, Home Screen, or Both

​Note: Our images are optimized to allow the quote to be visible on the lock screen. 

• Follow steps 1 & 2 above
• Then upload the image to "Photos" by either
  1. Tapping "Save Image"  then opening image from "Downloads" folder (for the LG G2) and sharing the image to "Photos"                                                                       OR
  2. Tapping "Share Image" -> "Upload to Photos"
• Choose the image from "Photos" -> tap the 3 vertical dots in the upper right corner
• Click "Use as" and select "Lock screen wallpaper"
• Make any edits necessary and select save.
• Voila!

***Above directions are specific for LG G2 but check AndroidCentral's How-To on personalizing your mobile device.

BBG 1.0 is broken up into three 4-week sections featuring plyometric interval training, LISS, and HITT. ​

Money Saving Tip: You can try the app for FREE for 1 week! Also a quick google search or scan through Instagram BBG related comments, there are coupon codes for the E-Book. They don't seem like Kayla sponsored discount sites, probably people reselling the guide. So buy at your own risk if you're really looking to save money.

I decided to do a second round of BBG 1.0 and have been more consistent with my cardio workouts (now that the weather is warmer) and I have already noticed a difference in my recovery and leaness. I don't do 2-a days. I will put on a podcast and power walk after every resistance training even though she recommends not doing 2 sessions back to back. I would suggest trying to stick to her cardio plan as much as possible. ​

Start an Instagram account to track your fitness journey. Mine is @glutenfree_bbg (BBG let's everyone know I'm also apart of #KaylasArmy). Everyone using BBG on Instagram is sooooo supportive! I didn't know that an online community of strong women I've never met could really make such a big difference. It's amazing! It also has helped me gain a bit more confidence knowing I can share my ups and downs and progress photos and be encouraged. I love the food inspiration too.

​One of my personal struggles throughout my BBG journey has been comparing my progress to that of others. I tended to be a little hard on my self when I didn't see the same awesome results like a six pack, tight booty, and strong arms as other women on the same week in the process were seeing. It is so important to remember that everyone's journey is different and to not be discouraged by others' results!

The key to your success is remembering that this BBG journey is a lifestyle, not a destination. Another piece of advice is to have a "real life" fit friend! It has been the biggest blessing to have my Best Fit Friend to encourage me when I feel ick and bust my excuses when I don't feel like working out. So find someone you trust and love and embark on this wonderful healthy lifestyle together!

Overall, while I didn't find the nutrition guide very useful for my journey, I do love these workouts and how easy it is to follow Kayla's plan. 30 minutes of fun plyometrics and 30 minutes of Podcast fueled power walk is perfect for me + with the support of a lovely & supportive Instagram community and my Battle Buddy Tasha, I will continue this fitness journey for a strong while :) 

Feel free to connect with me to ask any more specific questions you might have! 

Chia seeds are  a popular choice amongst nutrition buffs these days and with good reason! These little guys are nutrient dense and extremely versatile. A single serving of chia seeds provides 9.6 grams of fiber, 4.6 grams of protein, 8.6 grams of predominantly unsaturated fat (the good kind of fat) and only contains 136 calories. Chia seeds also contain lots of additional minerals and vitamins that are critical for proper body function.
Here is a quick and simple way to whip up a delicious pudding using these seeds!

I scored many of these ingredients at the Carrboro Farmers Market on our weekly produce run, including my local organic strawberries, local honey from Bonelee Grown Farms, and coconut yogurt from Carolina Farmhouse Dairy! Support your local farmers y'all! 

Share your favorite chia seed pudding recipe with us. We would love to try it out! YUM!

Not only is this recipe super yummy, but thanks to the carrots it also provides excellent benefits to your vision and skin, while flushing toxins out of your body! Carrots are full of beta-carotene, which gets converted to Vitamin A by the liver. 

But wait it gets better... I HATED fitness. "Gasp!" The concept of working out for the sake of working out just irritated me. Fitness fanatics drove me crazy and inspirational fitness quotes just plain made me angry! "The betrayal... how could she say that!" I gotta tell the story like it is though and I just plain didn't like fitness. My idea of working out was going for a hike, some sort of sports activity with friends, or going for a walk. Then as fate would have it I found myself working a desk job (which I absolutely LOVE, but that's for another day) and that level of activity just wasn't going to cut it any more. Fortunately for me and my stubborn ways I discovered the 21 Day Fix via my sister-in-law and her success with the program. ​

Simply put, the 21 Day Fix is a combined fitness and nutrition program developed by the celebrity trainer, Autumn Calabrese, and marketed by Beachbody. You may see the word fix and think "Must be one of those quick fix diet programs," but in reality the 21 Day Fix is a really simplistic way to make the transition into a healthy lifestyle that is sustainable. The premise behind the 21 days is that it takes about that long to build a habit, in this case healthy eating and working out consistently. 
This program is definitely intended to give those looking to lose weight a kickstart on their journey, buy starting you out on a calorie deficit, but that is not required depending on your goals.

• Anyone looking to lose weight with a kickstart on their journey
• Particularly beginners with regards to the workouts
• Those with little knowledge of nutrition but looking to start eating healthy

Of course the program can be modified to meet other goals, but sold as is the intent is really for weight loss.

With all of the conflicting information regarding nutrition, it is easy to get overwhelmed. The 21 Day Fix portion container system developed by Autumn Calabrese breaks your daily nutrition into food groups, not that dissimilar from those old outdated food pyramids from the 1990's (I am dating myself), but with some distinct differences: fewer carbs and more protein! 

• 7 different 30-minute workouts that simultaneously work multiple muscle groups AND include cardio to maximize results
• Included workout schedule to optimize muscle-building and avoid overtraining 
• Modifiable moves to accommodate beginners without sacrificing results
• ​Minimal required equipment and floor space
  • ​Two sets of dumbells (heavy and light)
  • Yoga mat
  • DVD player or way to stream the workouts

Given that I became a bit of a nutrition nut and fitness fanatic after using the 21 Day Fix, you can probably already figure out that I am a big fan. It's true, it's true! But why am I such a fan? 

So there you have it! Here I am 15 lbs lighter and oh SO much HAPPIER! :D

If this program sounds like it's a good fit for you, head over and pick up your own 21 Day Fix Base Kit or 21 Day Fix Challenge Pack to get started now! You will also get me as your own personal motivator and coach for FREE. If you need more information I would be happy to chat with you! Hop over to our Contact Us page and I will get back to you!

Disclaimer:
I am an independent Team Beachbody coach and thus make a small commission from the sales of Beachbody products. Any opinions within this review are solely mine and do not necessarily reflect the views and perspective of Beachbody as a whole.
I understand that may color my view of their products, but it is my goal to give my honest and real opinion of their programs, today 21 Day Fix. I did NOT become a coach to promote Beachbody per se, but rather to promote health and well-being for everyone.

• 2 Eggs
• 1 Banana 
• 1/2 Cup Gluten Free oatmeal (instant worked fine here)
• 1/4 Cup Apple Sauce 
• 1 tsp GF vanilla extract 
• 1 tsp cinnamon 
• Optional scoop of your choice protein powder for Protein Pancakes

• Combine all ingredients into a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth
• Pour onto pan greased with coconut oil spray
• Cook until you see bubbles, then flip until lightly brown.
• Top with pure maple syrup, fruit, or favorite almond butter

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I made a simple strawberry topping with:

• 3 strawberries
  
• about 1 tbs chia seeds
  
• and splash of maple syrup.

Blend & set it in the fridge while cooking the pancakes.
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​The chia seeds soak up the strawberry juice and create a thick jam-ish topping. 

Ta-da! 

~ First impressions are great!! Excited for the next 29 days. Didn't miss coffee. Nervous for the colon cleanse part :?

~ I've since finished the full 30 days! Yay! Check out my full review of Teami 30 Day Detox!

First time trying ginger in a smoothie and it rocks! So refreshing.

• Ginger and lemon are great for anti bloating and help with digestion.
• Cucumbers are high in vitamin B and help rehydrate and remineralize the body.
• Chia seeds have lots of fiber, omega 3, and calcium. Chia seeds cleanse the colon by absorbing bad toxins.
• Bananas potassium is perfect post workout recovery and soluble helps stop constipation. Spinach is high in antioxidants, niacin, zinc, and fiber.
• Blueberries are high in manganese, antioxidants, and vitamin c and can help with belly fat.

Combine with water and ice.

Love, L

Tasha and Laura here. We're BFF's (Best Fit Friends) on a journey together to wholesome, clean, and active lives. Hop on over to our "About" page to learn more about our blog! You can learn about each of us on our "Authors" page! Thanks for dropping in!