IF YOU'VE BEEN WAITING....NOW IS THE TIME!!!

You guys, I don’t post about this stuff often but today I HAVE to share bc it’s an absolute STEALLL 🔥

I was just given a special code that I can give out (which can be used an unlimited amount of times) that will give you $650 OFF our new spin bike (which INCLUDES shipping + delivery) 🙌🏼 Say what??!?! 😄

I have the black one (which I LOVE!!) but it also comes in white which is super pretty. Plus there’s add-on options to include weights + a mat if you need them.

PLUS I have an additional code for our fitness + nutrition packages as well so you’ll literally get EVERYthing you need to get started and get results 💯 

If you’ve been waiting for the best time to get one, you’re not going to get a better time than now! And with spring + summer approaching, this is the PERFECT time to jump on your health + fitness goals 💪🏼☀️👙

Reach out via Facebook, Instagram or email jaclynstokes@hotmail.com for more info! 

BLACK FRIDAY DEALS ARE HERE EARLY!!

If you’re like me and have been wanting a spin bike forever but also wanted to get an INSANE DEAL, you’re in luck!!

I have an exclusive code to snag our brand new cycling bike at $600 OFF for an exclusive Black Friday event available now. This includes free shipping, white glove delivery, also a weight set, kettle bell + rack.

You will literally never be able to get it at this price again!!

It comes in black or white, has a HUGE 360 swivel screen so you can do workouts on/off the bike — plus access to hundreds of live workouts, scenic rides, plus all of our other workout + nutrition programs and soooo much more. Also cycling shoes are NOT required!

I can’t say enough how much I love mine. This thing is honestly my new best friend 😍 I’ve always hated cardio, but I know my body NEEDS it. Now I can just jump on the bike & get it in without it FEELING like cardio bc it’s actually SO fun & doesn’t hurt my knees or joints (or my “mom bladder”) like traditional cardio. My hubby even uses it every day too Hands down the BEST purchase I’ve ever made. Health is truly the best gift we can give ourselves!

Feel free to message me on Facebook or Instagram or email jaclynstokes@hotmail.com if have questions or would like more info! I can help walk you through the ordering process as well as get you a special promotion for our workout/nutrition platform + 30 days FREE of our BODi, which you will need to access workouts on the bike.

TO PURCHASE:

1) FIRST, SIGN UP FOR A FREE TEAM BEACHBODY MEMBERSHIP HERE

Note: If you do not already have a Coach, you can use the link above to make me your FREE Coach!

2) Next, go to beachbody.myxfitness.com  

3) Enter the promo code: BBMYXFRIDAY to save up to $600 | $250 off, FREE shipping and assembly ($200 value) Plus a weight rack ($150 value)

4) Next, reach out to me so I can help you get enrolled with the BOD/BODi workouts + nutrition promotion for another huge savings!

STUFFED BANANA PEPPERS

 

One of my fav healthy + super yummy #lowcarb meals to make!   These are super easy, can be prepped in under 10 min, thrown in the oven + voila  I've added some tips below as well as another option if you have kids or people in your family (like mine) who do not share the same love of spice as you do. I did make my own homemade organic tomato basil sauce for this but your fav jar of sauce will do! 

Ingredients:

• 1 lb organic ground turkey
• Approx 6 yellow banana peppers (or can you Cubanelle peppers if you prefer less spicy)
• 1 jar of marinara sauce (or approx 2-3 cups)
• 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (*look for "rBST free" on the label)
• 1/2 cup of organic breadcrumbs
• 1-2 tablespoons of dried parsley (or 2-3 tablespoons fresh)
• Sea salt & pepper (Pink Himalayan sea salt is my fav!)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
2. Cut off the tops of the peppers and make a slit down the middle of one side
3. Rinse & remove seeds (*be careful NOT to touch your face or eyes, wear gloves if possible)
4. In a large bowl, add turkey, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt & pepper and mix well with a spoon 
5. Stuff mixture into the peppers and place them (slit side face up) on a baking dish
6. Bake for approx 40 minutes 
7. While the peppers are baking, warm the marinara sauce on the stovetop
8. Sprinkle the mozzarella over the peppers and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted, then remove from oven
9. Plate the peppers, use a ladle to pour marinara sauce on top, then garnish with parsley + enjoy!

FISH TACOS

RED CABBAGE & MANGO SLAW

 4 cups finely shredded red cabbage (about 1/2 medium head)

1-1/2 cups diced mangoes

1 cup shredded, peeled carrots

Juice of 2 limes

1 T extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil (my favorite!)

1 tsp sea salt

FISH TACOS

1-1/2 lbs skinless mahi-mahi (my fav!), halibut, turbot, or striped bass fillets

Juice of 1 lime

1 tsp hot sauce

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic salt

1 tsp black pepper 

Vegetable oil spray

12 corn tortillas (my fav are LaTortilla Factory non-gmo corn tortillas)

12 large cilantro sprigs OR dried cilantro

12 lime wedges 

OPTIONAL GARNISHING SAUCE

Spicy Chipotle Sauce (this one's my fav!!! And it's all natural & gluten-free)

DIRECTIONS

1. To make the red cabbage and mango slaw: In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, mangoes, carrots, lime juice, oil and salt, and toss unit well combined.

2. To make the fish tacos: Place the fish in a large shallow dish.  In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, hot sauce, paprika, garlic salt, and pepper. Coat both sides of each fillet with the sauce. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.

3. Our favorite way to cook the fish is to grill it. However if you're unable to grill, spray a seasoned cast iron skillet with oil and heat on high unit hot.  Turn on the ventilation fan.  Cook the fish until opaque throughout, 3-5 minutes per side. Cook in batches if necessary. Transfer to a platter, cut into pieces for servings and set aside.

4. In a separate small pan, turn to medium high heat unit hot. Heat the tortillas on the pan for 1 minute each side, until they are hot and malleable.

5. To build the tacos, divide the fish evenly on the tortillas. Top each with cabbage & mango slaw and then cilantro. Optional: Drizzle with the Spicy Chipotle sauce. Serve with lime wedges & enjoy!

Note: If there is leftovers, store the fish and slaw in separate covered containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; if storing prepared tacos, store up to 2 days.

Makes approx 6-8 tacos 

PREP: 20-20 minutes 

COOK: Approx. 20 minutes

THE ULTIMATE PORTION FIX

We have some EXCITING NEWS!!

Where are all of my 21 Day Fix & Fix Extreme fans at???? 🙋🏻‍♀️ It's been 5 years since the launch of the 21 Day Fix and I'm always asked WHEN Autumn is going to create a new program & NOW I get to share the details!!! 

For the first time ever, Autumn Calabrese has created a Nutrition Program with 30 videos that dive into everything from portion control to food addictions, to how to eat healthy when dining out or during special occasions, to grocery shopping, meal planning for beginners, recipes (including vegan & gluten free) eating healthy pre- & postnatal, cooking healthy for your kids, and how to come back after taking a break.

Introducing...

" T H E   U L T I M A T E   P O R T I O N   F I X "

But that's not all! 🎉🎉🎉 

ARE YOU READY FOR THIS?! 👇🏼

Autumn is also launching BRAND NEW 21 Day Fix + 21 Day Fix Extreme workouts - updated & filmed in real-time - and this time, YOU have the opportunity to be a part of the EXCLUSIVE TEST GROUP!! 👏🏼

PLUS as a BONUS, you'll also get:
- Fixate Vol. 2 Cookbook w/ 102 NEW healthy recipes
- 75 healthy lunch ideas for kids
- Access to more than 200 Fixate Cooking Videos
- Beachbody *Insulated Tote Bag* w/ food containers, ice packs, and plenty of storage so you can meal prep & take your food with you to stay on track

WHO ELSE IS PUMPED FOR THIS?! 🙌🏼

I am looking for 30 women who want to be in Autumn's Exclusive TEST GROUP with me in April! Oh & you DON’T have to give up all the things 🍕🍝🍷 

Fill out the form below & I'll send you the details!!!

13 years ago today, I met my future husband

13 years ago today, I met my future husband ❤️

My friends dragged me out of the house & I literally told them I didn't want to meet ANY guys that night & I DEFINITELY didn't want to even THINK about dating for a reallllly long time. 15 minutes into our girls night, I met this guy & we've been inseparable ever since 💑

Babe, you've changed my life in so many ways....

I never thought I wanted a pet, but 6 months after we met, you moved into my townhouse and said "we need to get a dog." Before I knew it, we had our first fur baby boxer, Gia, who I feel COMPLETELY in love & obsessed with. That little wiggle butt brought so much LOVE & JOY into our lives for the next 11.5 years and I can't thank you enough for that 🐾

I also wasn't sure I ever wanted to get married. But I guess when you meet the right person, anything can change. 1.5 years after we met, you surprised me & popped the question in the MOST BEAUTIFUL place I could have ever dreamed of {right before we took this pic}, and I couldn't have been happier & more excited to be your wife 💍

And lastly, I never thought I wanted kids. Maybe because I was so career-driven or maybe because I was worried that I wouldn't be a good mom, but since the day we met, you opened my eyes. Then shortly after our 1 year wedding anniversary, we found out that we were going to be parents. My first reaction... sheer panic & tears. LOL Yours... pure excitement & joy. Becoming a mom has been the biggest BLESSING of my entire life. Our beautiful daughter is the absolute GREATEST GIFT you could ever have given me. Our little family means everything to me. I'm so grateful every single day for the life we've created together & look forward to creating many more memories with you ❤️

Happy 13th anniversary, babe. I love you!  XO

2019 Success Club Trip!

Flights are officially booked!! 🙌🏼 In exactly 2 months from today we'll be leaving the cold & snow and taking McKenna on her first CRUISE & also her first ever Beachbody trip to the Caribbean! 🛳🌊🌴 We were all set to bring her on the 2016 cruise I'd earned but we had to cancel just weeks before due to my emergency surgery. So when they told us the 2019 Success Club trip was going to be a cruise, I promised her we'd bring her & she is SO EXCITED!!! I feel so blessed to earn these rewards trips every year but even more blessed that I get to bring my family ❤️ She knows momma works hard to earn these trips & now she gets to experience how much fun they are:) I think she's most excited though to workout with Autumn & Shaun T on the boat! 😂 We can't wait!!!

Are yeady for a fun & rewarding job where you can earn FREE TRIP EVERY YEAR simply by helping other people? Fill out the form below to learn more!

Quick & Easy BEEF STEW

Prep Time

35 mins

Cook Time

1 hr

Total Time

1 hr 35 mins

This Classic Homemade Beef Stew recipe with sweet potatoes is the ultimate comfort dish on a cold day. It's so good, easy to make, filling, and only 117 calories per serving.  

INGREDIENTS

1/3 cup all-purpose flour (gluten-free if needed)

1 teaspoon sea salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 - 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (divided) OR you can use1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1.5 - 2 pounds organic beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch chunks

2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided)

1 medium onion, diced into large chunks

4 cloves garlic, minced

1-2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or red wine

6 tablespoons tomato paste

1 medium Russet potatoes, leave skin on and chop into 1 inch chunks

2 medium sweet potatoes, leave skin on and chop into 1 inch chunks

2 medium organic carrots, peeled and chopped

2 stalks organic celery, chopped

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

1 bay leaf

4 cups organic, low-sodium beef broth

Water (only enough needed to cover the vegetables)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tablespoon of dried parsley), for garnish

sea salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, and 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning. Add meat and toss with a spoon until well coated.
   
2. In a large pot on medium-high heat, add oil and sear the meat on all sides for about 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Add another tablespoon of oil, then add the onions & garlic to the pan. Cook and saute for about 2 minutes, until onions start to soften. Add wine or balsamic vinegar to deglaze the pan. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for about 2 minutes. Add the beef back to the pan then toss in the potatoes, carrots, celery, 2 tsp Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf and stir in the beef broth. If there is not enough liquid to cover the vegetables, add just enough water as needed.
4. Bring to a boil then turn heat down to low, cover and simmer for 1 hour to 1.5 hours (depending on your stove), stirring occasionally, until the meat and vegetables is tender to your liking.
5. Remove from heat, serve and garnish with parsley.

Introducing.... PUMPKIN SPICE SHAKEOLOGY!!!

I am SO EXCITED and I know many of you are too who also LOVE fall and LOVE all things PUMPKIN!!! For the first time EVER, the BIGGEST flavor of the season is coming to Beachbody! Introducing....

PUMPKIN SPICE SHAKEOLOGY!!!!

THIS MONDAY Sept 17 in the US (and Oct 11 in Canada) for a LIMITED time, you can order Vegan Pumpkin Spice Shakeology in 14 single-serve packet boxes as a one-time purchase while supplies last exclusively through coaches only.

Now you’ll be able to enjoy the yummy taste of fall — WITHOUT derailing your health and fitness goals  Unlike the sugary pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks (as much as 420 calories -- no thanks!! )

This rich and creamy shake features notes of pumpkin spice — cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. It’s incredibly tasty on its own mixed with water, or you can use almond milk for a creamier version. And it's packed with 16g of protein with only 160 calories.

Not to mention, it is also....

100% Natural
Zero artificial sugars or sweeteners
Vegan
Gluten-free

Guilt-free
Aids in weight loss
Keeps you full for hours
Gives you energy (without added caffeine)
Contains over 70 Superfoods, vitamins, minerals & adaptogens
Has pre- & probiotics to aid in digestion & regularity
Perfect as a meal replacement or snack (even pre/post workout)
And REALLY helps to eliminate sugar & junk food cravings!

It’s meticulously crafted with a potent blend of protein, probiotics, digestive enzymes, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. No need to stop by the coffeehouse for a sugar-loaded calorie bomb this year!

Who else is excited for this?!?!?!!

Starting on Monday afternoon (on Sept 17), you will be able to purchase Pumpkin Spice Shakeology through the link below!

From Full-time Employee to Part-time Mompreneur and how YOU can too!

It's not every day I get dressed up to work at home (actually 99.9% of days I'm in yoga pants, a messy bun & a t-shirt) but today I was asked to speak to a top team in our company on what it takes to be successful in this business.

I wish I had all these secret tips to give them... but the truth is, I just wanted it bad enough & was willing to work incredibly hard every day for it - because I wanted to change my life & my family's lives. I woke up one day & realized I was unhappy, unfulfilled, out of shape and tired of living paycheck to paycheck. I just wanted to be happy, be healthy, to do something that made a positive impact in this world, to have more freedom in my life, and most of all - be HOME with my baby.

So I said to myself - you have 2 choices... 1) You can CHANGE your life OR 2) Do nothing - and in one year from now, you'll be in the EXACT same place as you are today. And that second answer scared me more than anything. So when I found this business, I made a decision to go ALL IN. Not "try", but DO whatever it took to figure it out, MAKE it work and never give up.
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My husband was 10000% skeptical (at the time lol), I hadn't worked out in 2 years, I barely had 100 friends on FB, I was SUPER shy (still am), super private, worked 60 hrs a week, had a busy 2 yr old at home, AND to top it off, we didn't even HAVE the 160 dollars it cost to even START this business.... but I did it anyways.

Moral of the story: If you have a goal or a dream, don't let anyone or anything stop you from pursuing it. And if there's one piece of advice I can give you - BELIEVE IN YOURSELF ❤ Your dreams are not stupid and they are not crazy. If you see a better life for yourself, YOU CAN HAVE IT. Don't let YOU be the only one stopping you from achieving it. I always tell people - if I can do this, ANYONE can. I am nothing special - just a girl who wanted more for her life & chose to follow her dreams. And if you're reading this & have been looking for a sign - THIS IS IT. #theresroomforYOU

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT JOINING OUR TEAM!

Change the way you look at food & lose weight with 2B Mindset!

If you have ever struggled with....

Emotional eating
Yo-yo dieting
Portion control
Overeating and/or binge eating
Losing weight only to gain it all back
Food addictions
Not knowing what to eat
Unhealthy eat while traveling or dining out
Obesity or family history of being overweight
Inability to lose those last 5-15 pounds
Inability to exercise
Want to lose weight but don't like to exercise 
Or love your exercise routine but just need a new nutrition plan?

THIS PROGRAM IS FOR ANYONE WHO: 

• Wants to lose weight, but don’t like to exercise
• Exercises but struggles with their nutrition or doesn't see the weight loss results they want
• Loves food, loves to eat big portions, and rarely feels full
• Is tired of yo-yo dieting and wants to maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle
• Wants a simple, easy-to-follow way to lose weight without strict rules, like cutting food groups, counting calories or eating small portions 
• Cannot exercise due to injury/illness but want to lose (or maintain) weight through better eating habits
• Has experienced emotional eating and want to be free from obsessing about food and feeling overwhelmed by food choices

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I exercise and use 2B Mindset?

Yes. Exercise is not required for the program but is considered “extra credit.” I will personally be doing the Master's Hammer & Chisel lifting/cardio program by Autumn Calabrese & Sagi Kalev with my current accountability group.

Can I use Shakeology with this program?

Yes. Ilana recommends using Shakeology with 2B Mindset. I will be incorporating the Vegan Chocolate Shakeology, which I haven't gone a day without since 2013!  BEACHBAR Snack Bars and Shakeology Boosts are also recommended with this program.

Can pregnant or nursing mothers do the 2B Mindset program?

2B Mindset is a weight loss program. Since pregnant mothers should be gaining weight and not losing weight, it is not advised that they follow 2B Mindset during pregnancy.  For breastfeeding mothers, La Leche League International advises to wait at least two months before making any drastic effort to lose weight in order to allow your body to recover and ensure a steady milk supply. Keep in mind that breastfeeding women may naturally lose one to four pounds per month simply due to the amount of energy required to nurse in the first place.

Does the 2B Mindset nutrition plan use Portion Fix containers?

No. There are no containers used in this program.

Do I have give up sweets and alcohol during this program?

No.  Ilana will teach you how you can still have dessert and wine and still lose weight.

What tools are included with 2B Mindset? 

• Streaming access to all 2B Mindset videos, including: 21 short videos that teach the basic principles of the program, including how to understand food groups, what to eat and when, Ilana's proven secrets to a positive mindset, plus real-life strategies for managing any eating situation (i.e., eating out at restaurants, while on a trip, for vegans/vegetarians, etc.), 5 videos that help address the most common challenges to losing weight and establishing a healthier relationship with food, plus recipe videos where Ilana shows you how to cook her favorite time-saving, delicious and satisfying meals

• A Getting Started Guide, which includes step-by-step instructions for putting the program into action 

• My Go-to-Guide, a handy resource that accompanies the videos, featuring food lists, grocery shopping lists and more 

• 2B Mindset Recipes booklet, a collection of Ilana's favorite healthy meals, which can be printed for handy reference 

• My Tracker, a 90-day journal you can use to track your meals, progress, and all the daily inputs that can influence your weight loss journey and success

• A special 30 oz water bottle that helps get you drinking more water with Ilana's motivational sayings to keep you on track

• Access to the Beachbody OnDemand App that lets you view all 2B Mindset videos + program materials on-the-go, and gives you a place to track your meals and your progress, right on your mobile device

OUR #1 SELLING PACKAGE: The 2B MINDSET CHALLENGE PACK with SHAKEOLOGY + access to BEACHBODY OnDEMAND: 

In this 2B Mindset challenge pack, you will get everything included in the Basic Kit PLUS Shakeology and a shaker cup , PLUS a 1-year membership to Beachbody OnDemand (BOD) where you'll have full access to over 900 home workouts, recipes, meal plans, a meditation series and more!

Are there any other special offers available with 2B Mindset? 

We always a new monthly promotion available exclusively through Coaches. Reach out to find out the most current promo!

I'M INTERESTED!  WHAT'S THE NEXT STEP?

Message me on Facebook or Instagram or email at jaclynstokes@hotmail.com and I'll be in touch ASAP!