September REFRESH Mini Challenge: 3 Day Cleanse

Ever feel like you could use some sort of REBOOT, refresh, recharge or restart?
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Maybe you've let loose this summer, are craving a new routine or need to lose a bit of "fluff".
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I've been there a few times myself, y'all 🙋
▪︎Needing to reset my system after a minor surgery.
▪︎Before a new program to kickstart.
▪︎In the midst of bad habits after a move.
▪︎When I was craving a clean slate.
▪︎To break thru a fitness plateau.
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Well, it's that time again for me. And I'm not going to do it alone! What if I told you that you could jumpstart your routine & feel renewed with me in 3 days?
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Good news -- you CAN! So, I'm gearing up for a 5 day mini challenge that will allow myself & a few others to work thru this 3 day, plant based cleanse!
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Here's what you can expect from this mini challenge:
☀️ 5 day {private} group
🍴 1 day of food prep
🍏 3 days of the program
📊 1 day post cleanse discussion
👯 Group guidance + accountability
🌳 A plant-based cleanse system
🍓 Fruits, veggies, healthy fats - yep, you get to EAT
🌱 3 daily protein + fiber blends
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So if feeling lighter, brighter, refreshed & renewed is something your body or lifestyle needs, email me at lindseykollar@yahoo.com or message me to learn more!
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Group starts September 1st - must RSVP by 8/25 to join.

Follow my life on SNAPCHAT

As much as I try to stay raw & real on social media, sometimes it can become a "highlight reel."

My heart's desire is to truly share my day to day with the women who follow me on FB, IG, this blog & snap chat.

To transparently share the good, the great, the hard & the sometimes ugly in life. But to talk about how God uses EACH of those moments for good.

My PASSION is ministry & leadership, which is why I LOVE owning my own business as a coach.

My life isn't glamorous.

I post too many photos of my dogs & food.

But I see the positive in most things. And when I don't, I'm determined to try to find it.

I want to live a life that glorifies God, edifies others, shines a LIGHT, honors my family & makes WAVES.

NOW -- that's not all happening on snapchat. But I'd love for you to get to know me more. See my quirks & meet my little family a bit more.

Check out my workouts, meals, silly filtered photos, etc.

Near or far, let's do life together.

You can find me at 👻LindseyKGhoens

Happy snapping!!

Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai Recipe SHARE

Recipe & Photo Source: Beachbody Blog

Need a low-carb healthy recipe to add to your lunch or dinner menu this week?

Pad Thai with Spaghetti Squash

Ingredients:

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 3 lbs.)

2 Tbsp. tamarind paste (or rice wine vinegar)

2 Tbsp. fish sauce

1 tsp. raw honey

2 to 4 Tbsp. water

12 oz. extra-firm tofu, cut into small cubes

3 Tbsp. cornstarch (preferably GMO free)

8 tsp. peanut oil, divided use

1 medium onion, thinly sliced

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

¾ cup fresh bean sprouts

4 medium green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces

2 Tbsp. chopped peanuts

Lime wedges

Cilantro sprigs

Crushed red pepper

Instructions:

-Preheat oven to 350° F.

-Place squash on a parchment lined baking sheet. Poke squash 2 or 3 times with a fork. Bake for 60 to 80 minutes. Cool for 20 to 30 minutes. Cut squash in half lengthwise. Remove seeds. Scrape flesh into stringy noodles. Set aside.

-To make sauce, heat tamarind paste, fish sauce, honey and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add additional water is sauce is too tart. Set aside.

-Coat tofu in cornstarch in a small bowl; mix well.

-Heat a large wok (or skillet) over high heat.

-Add 2 tsp. oil, swirling to cover surface of pan. Add tofu; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until all sides of tofu are brown. Remove tofu from pan and place on a large plate. Set aside.

-Add 2 tsp. oil to pan; cook, over high heat, swirling to cover surface of pan. Add onions; cook, stirring constantly, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until onion are light golden brown. Remove from pan; place on plate with tofu. Set aside.

-Add 2 tsp. oil to pan; cook, over high heat, swirling to cover surface of pan. Add eggs; cook over medium heat. Do not stir. As eggs set, lift edges, letting uncooked portion flow underneath, creating a very thin omelet. When eggs are set, cut them with your spatula. Remove eggs from pan and place on plate with tofu and onions. Set aside.

-Add remaining 2 tsp. oil to pan, swirling to cover surface of pan.

-Add garlic; cook, over medium-high heat, for 1 minute.

-Add spaghetti squash, spreading squash into a single layer; cook for 30 second, stir and make another single layer. Repeat this 3 to 6 times, cooking for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until squash is warm and golden brown.

-Add sauce; mix well.

-Add bean sprouts and green onions; mix well.

-Add tofu mixture; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until well mixed and heated through.

-Transfer to a large serving platter. Top with peanuts, lime wedges, cilantro, and crushed red pepper. Serve immediately.

Tips:

If you can’t find tamarind paste you can substitute rice wine vinegar.

Thai fish sauce is Nam Pla, but you can use another kind if you have it.

*Feel free to share, y'all*

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Mind Body Spirit CHALLENGE

Hey girl -- Do you CRAVE balance?🙋

Do you know self care is important, but YOU usually fall to the bottom of your "to do list" because of how BUSY life is or because of how FULL your plate is each day?

Or maybe you know self care MATTERS, but you're honestly not sure how to get started again in a healthy way that you can also MANAGE.

Listen.

HEALTHY looks different on EVERYONE.

But selfcare - of your mind, body & spirit - consists of some pretty basic principals that are basically the same for all of us.

-exercise to take care of your body

-eat whole, healthy foods to nourish yourself from the inside-out

-unplug to care for & heal your mind

-surround yourself with positivity & TRUTH to fuel your spirit

Simple right? (or maybe you're like "Girl, I WISH")

It CAN be simple. With the right tools & with the right support system.

Let ME & the Gracefully Balanced community be that system.

Let ME as your "coach" provide the tools & information to equip you.

Let ME as a fellow sister walk or RUN alongside you in this journey!

I want to invite YOU to join my next online wellness group.

I'm dedicated to showing UP & working WITH my challengers.

Holding them accountable, offering tips + support & encouragement.

Guiding them to a well-rounded lifestyle they can MAINTAIN.

This is how it works:

1. Make the decision to implement change. Open your mind!

2. Tell me your goals - where would you like to achieve growth?

3. Pick a program - something that will meet your needs + goals

4. Pick a flavor of your dense, natural superfood blend

5. Commit to plug in daily & do your personal best

6. Change your life, achieve balance & pay it forward

Still have a few questions? Or maybe you're READY to jump?

Email me at lindseykollar@yahoo.com to apply//chat!

Taking CARE of yourself is the best gift you can give yourself & the ones around you.

Make yourself a priority so you lead a fuller, more balanced life!

I have 5 spots left, ladies. Let's chat soon!

*must rsvp by 8/17*