Derek Maxfield, CEO and Co-Founder of Younique Products announces the launch of ‘The Younique Foundation’ at our 2014 Convention in Dallas, Texas. CLICK HERE to see the original announcement. WARNING….Its a tear jerker. Younique Products is purchasing a retreat in the mountains of Utah to provide a place where women and girls who have been…
Author: Andrea Williams
Bodyweight Training is HOT in 2015!
Bodyweight training is getting a lot of love this year. Here Kris McAlinn, US Program Coach for CXWORX®, describes why you should add this type of training to your routine, pronto! Consumer Reports has rated LES MILLS® CXWORX® its “#1 lunch-time workout for athletes” last year! It’s no wonder! It’s only 30 minutes long and targets what some…
Younique: 6 New Products and 2 New Countries Added!
My team and I are super excited to be able to let the cat out of the bag! Younique is launching in Mexico on the 5th of May and in Germany in the third quarter of this year! Take a quick look at the video announcement our Founder and CEO Derek Maxfield and co-founder Melanie…
21 Day Fix Extreme starts Feb. 16th!
What is #21 Day Fix EXTREME®? The original 21 Day Fix® was designed to make losing weight so simple . . . you never had to diet again. That’s why it became America’s #1 home fitness and nutrition program. Now, Autumn Calabrese has created 21 Day Fix EXTREME, to get you seriously shredded in the…
Morning Makeup Must Do’s!
Good morning Lash Divas! Since it’s Saturday, we have a little time to chat! Saturday’s mean a slower pace at my home. They begin with grinding my fresh coffee beans and allowing the aroma to blanket my kitchen in their toasty goodness. Then it’s on to making sure my sweet puppies are given tons of…
6 Most flattering colors for Brown eyes!
“Brown is a mix of all the primary colors, so there are a lot of options,” says makeup artist Emily Kate Warren. She recommends vibrant blue shadows for rich, dark brown eyes. “An electric shade like this really makes brown eyes pop—I just love the contrast!” Try Younique’s mineral pigments in: Regal, Awestruck, Twitterpated, Playful,…
GRATITUDE!
Isn’t this the TRUTH!! I can’t believe I actually get paid to do what I do! Helping people transform themselves in so many different facets of life – through fitness (#LesMills), health, nutrition, beauty (#Younique), glamour, wellness – to know that I can make a difference in some way – that’s my JOB? Thank you…
Amazing No Guilt Tomato Bisque
I LOVE TOMATOES!! If you do too try this amazing no guilt (cream free) tomato bisque as a healthy alternative to the typical version. Ingredients 1 28oz can organic san marzano tomatoes 2 stalks of celery 1/2 purple onion 1/2 red bell pepper 3 cloves of garlic 1/2 cup raw cashews 1tbsp fresh chopped Italian…
All NEW Training shoe!
I’ve broken in my new Cardio Ultras from Reebok! I received my pair last week and wore them first to BODYPUMP® then BODYCOMBAT®. What grabbed my attention was just how sturdy and supportive they were, without being bulky and heavy. The shoe was meant to be “versatile and designed for dynamic kicks & turns”. Well…
Andrea’s Truffle Popcorn
I have to share this! This is one of our favorite snacks. Perfect for those afternoon crunchy cravings, watching football with friends, or with a glass of Champagne! Be sure you buy the BEST ingredients! I prefer Black Truffle Salt from Dean & Deluca. Ingredients: 1/2 C Organic popcorn 3 Tbsp. Coconut oil Truffle Salt…
A Cry For Help
Do you know anyone with an Eating Disorder? This poem was written by my dear friend Ariana who is suffering from Anorexia. She has been at Timberline Knolls – supposedly the BEST hospital in the States for treatement of ED. Take the time to read it and see how ED is a REAL disease. If…
Grilled Portobello with Sautéed Kale and Goat Cheese
This is a fantastic recipe for a great healthy meal. I like to whip these up on meatless Mondays. The portobellos are savory and the kale is loaded with vitamins. Ingredients 2 Portobello Mushrooms 4 Chopped Cloves Garlic 5 oz Chopped Kale 2 oz Goat Cheese 1 Slice Coarse Italian Bread Red Pepper Flakes Salt…
Cocoa “Amaretto” Shakeology Truffles
Here’s another great Shakeology truffle recipe. These taste like they have Amaretto in them due to the almond extract. Very yummy and healthy! Ingredients 1 Serving Chocolate Shakeology ½ Cup Organic Oats ½ Cup Unsweetened Organic Shredded Coconut ¼ Local Honey ½ Cup Natural Peanut Butter ½ Tsp. Almond Extract Roasted Pecans or Almonds very finely…
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
This is a great healthy soup recipe that I got from a friend and modified from the P09X diet. I like to have a cup or small bowl of it with dinner to help fill me up (and it tastes awesome). Ingredients 2 Butternut Squash Nutmeg Cinnamon Olive Oil 3 ribs of celery finely chopped…
Andrea’s Fit Truffles
My very easy, very yummy and Oh-so good for you FIT Truffles: Ingredients 1/2 C. Chocolate Shakeology powder 1/2 C. Peanut Butter – honey roasted (I use the fresh ground from HEB) 1/2 C. Oats (I use the Organic oats in Bulk at HEB) 1/4 C. Honey (you can play with this based on taste…
Roasted Garlic, Tomato, and Spinach Quinoa Salad
This is a yummy protein rich quinoa salad perfect for mid-week fitness meals. Although often classified as a grain, quinoa is a closer relative with leafy green vegatables such as spinach and Swiss chard. It’s protein rich, has a nutty flavor and a creamy, slightly crunchy texture. Add roasted garlic, tomato and spinach and you…
Slightly Blackened Fish Tacos
In a hurry? This is a great healthy recipe that takes less than 15 minutes to prepare. Because it’s so quick sometimes I’ll prepare this on weekday evenings when I get home from teaching fitness classes. It’s quick, easy and there’s only one pan to clean!
Chocolate Shakeology No-Bake Cookies
How did cookies become the Healthiest Meal of the Day? When an enterprising Team Beachbody chef figured out how to have their Shakeology and eat it, too. Simple to make and delicious to eat—you’ll never guess how healthy you’re being.
Baked Lemon and Herb White Fish
Let’s say that you just completed the Ultimate Reset. It’s been 21 days of cleansing, light foods, and you feel fabulous. That said, you’re ready for a substantial meal! That’s fine, but be careful. Your digestive system isn’t the same place it was 3 weeks ago. If you overload it with a heavy, meaty, fatty meal, you’re probably going to feel bad. Really bad.