My 180 Story

I'm Mindy, a work-from-home twenty-something. I spend a lot of days on my laptop, and all that sitting really caught up to me. So I'm starting a weight loss journey to find out what the healthiest, fittest me is like. I'm passionate about health, about good food and about trying new things. Thanks for stopping by!

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Smoother Recipe... Apple Cider - 2 scoops vanilla chai 180 mix - 1 cup apple cider - dash of cinnamon - 1 tbl applesauce

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Just started this yoga program with a friend- and it's free! The instructor is clear and relaxed, and the sessions aren't too long. Highly recommend!

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Smoother Recipe #23... Mocha Latte with an Extra Shot - 2 scoops chocolate 180 mix - 1/4 tsp cocoa powder - 4 oz coffee (leftover from the morning) - 4 oz milk - 1 shot espresso or 1-2 tsp instant coffee - ice Perfect for a Monday!

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September is Yoga Month! If you're looking for a way to try yoga, check out EkhartYoga.com During September, you can sign up for a free week of online classes. They have several great Beginners Series that walk you through all the basics and fundamentals, so you can use it even if you've never practiced before. And all the instructors have amazing accents, which never hurts :) Give it a try!

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Smoothee Time! Late breakfast with the hubby :)

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Smoothee Recipe #21... Strawberry Banana - 2 scoops vanilla 180 mix - 8 oz skim milk - 1/2 banana - 1/2 cup frozen strawberries An oldie but a goodie :)

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Workout of the Day... Stillness Through Movement Yoga Sequence on myyogaworks.com Great yoga class for a crazy, hectic day. I subscribe to an online yoga studio because we don't really have any studios in town. It's a cost-effective way to get access to some great classes. I switch studio subscriptions a lot so I'll keep posting my favorites over the next few weeks :)

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Smoothee Recipe #20... Dark Chocolate Peach - 2 scoops chocolate 180 mix - 8 oz skim milk - 1/2 tsp dark cocoa powder - 3/4 cup peaches I'm on an end-of-summer peach kick. So good!

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Smoothee Recipe #19... Peaches and Cream - 2 scoops vanilla 180 mix - 8 oz skim milk - 1/4 tsp vanilla extract - 3/4 cup canned or frozen peaches - handful of ice cubes - 1/2 cup low fat cool whip (reserve to top shake with)

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Smoothee Recipe #18... Blueberry Cobbler - 2 scoops vanilla 180 mix - 8 oz skim or nonfat milk - 1/2 cup frozen blueberries - 1/4 cup uncooked oats - shake of cinnamon - 1/4 tbsp blackstrap molasses

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Smoothee Recipe #17... Almond Joy - 2 scoops of chocolate 180 mix - 8 oz coconut milk - 1 tbsp shredded coconut - 1 to 2 tbsp slivered/chopped/sliced almonds - 1/2 tsp dark cocoa powder I liked this as much as the candy bar!

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Meal on the run/on the dog walk

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A delightful book, cozy blanket and mug of 180 Energy Tea. Perfection!

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Smoothee Recipe #16... Summer Melon - 2 scoops vanilla 180 mix - 8 oz coconut milk - 1 cup cantaloupe - 1 tsp lime juice Perfect end-of-summer treat!

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Recipe #15... Banana Bread - 2 scoops chai 180 mix - 8 oz almond milk - 1/2 tsp cinnamon - 1/4 tsp nutmeg - 1/2 banana - 1 tbsp slivered or chopped almonds

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Smoothee Recipe #14... Lemon Cream Pie - 2 scoops vanilla 180 mix - 8 oz coconut milk - 1/4 tsp vanilla extract - 2 tsp lemon juice - ice cubes

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Smoothee Recipe #13... Spiced Pear - 2 scoops chai 180 mix - 8 oz almond milk - 1 tsp Chinese five spice (or 1/4 tsp each of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and all spice) - 1 fresh pear, or 2 canned pear halves