'Root' for Your Favorite Protein Smoothie Recipe! But First Try the Max 21 Fitness Root Beer Float Smoothie!

We all have a favorite protein smoothie recipe that we usually stick to...but when the same ol' drink becomes boring, what do you do?

Here's a new protein smoothie recipe from Max 21 Fitness. It's a healthy spin on an American favorite--root beer floats!

So get out your vanilla whey protein and your blender, and prepare for a Max 21 Fitness treat!

Here's what you'll need:
- one 12 oz. can of diet Root Beer (we like Zevia root beer, made with Stevia)
- 2 scoops of vanilla whey protein (we usually use Iso protein)
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup of almond milk (like Almond Breeze or Silk)
- 4 to 6 ice cubes
- 1 Tbsp of fat-free Cool Whip (heavy cream, not from a can)

Here's what you do:
-Blend your protein with a 1/4-1/2 cup of almond milk, just so the powder dissolves in the liquid.
-Add the ice cubes and about 6-8 oz. of your diet root beer to blended product (be careful when blending the root beer, since it's carbonated!)
-Pour blended contents into a tall glass.
-Add 1 tbsp. of fat-free Cool Whip (optional)
-Drink and enjoy!

Preparing a healthy beverage can be enjoyable, when you've got great recipes on hand. For more nutritional ideas or to find some helpful exercises to go along with your healthy eating visit us at: max21fitness.com

Here's to sweet protein treats like this one, and an even sweeter looking physique!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team




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All Up in Your Grill! Some Max 21 Fitness Ideas for Healthy Grilling this Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day Weekend is approaching...and did you know?
4 out of 5 people say burgers are their favorite grilled food!

Typical burgers made of ground beef, however, can also be jam-packed with up to 300 calories and nine grams of artery-clogging saturated fat for just one four-ounce burger.

Here are some Max 21 Fitness-friendly options that are lower in calories and saturated fat:

-Lean Beef Burger (93/7): 170 calories, 3g saturated fat

-Turkey Burger (95/5): 180 calories, 2g saturated fat

-Salmon Burger: 110 calories, 0.5g saturated fat

-Organic Veggie Burger: 110 calories, 0.5g saturated fat

-Portobello Caps: 40 calories, 0g saturated fat


For more Max 21 Fitness grilling ideas or suggestions for improving your diet & exercise regimen check out: max21fitness.com.


Have a healthy week!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team




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Have Your Cake and Eat it Too...with the Max 21 Fitness Black Bean Cake Recipe!

Happy Friday, Max 21 Fitness gurus!
Are you craving a sweet treat, but trying to avoid all that sugar, carbs, & fat?

Then why not try the Max 21 Fitness black bean cake recipe? It contains low-glycemic index carbs, protein-packed Greek yogurt & eggs, and calorie-free vanilla flavoring (mmmm)!
Ingredients:

-one 15 oz. can unseasoned black beans (organic)
-one 3.5 oz container of Greek yogurt (we like Stonyfield Organic)
-6 tablespoons organic baking cocoa
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-1/2 teaspoon baking soda
-4 cage-free, organically fed eggs
-1 tablespoon of organic vanilla extract
-3/4 cup Stevia
-1 pear for garnish (if it's in season!)

Directions:

-Preheat your oven to 325 F. Rinse the beans and puree them with the vanilla extract in a blender. If the mixture stalls, add a little bit of water.

-In a bowl, mix together cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, Stevia, and Greek yogurt together.

-Add the bean puree to the egg, Stevia, and yogurt mixture until well-mixed.

-Gently mix in the cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder.

-Grease a 9-inch cake pan and pour in the batter.

-Bake for 40 to 50 minutes.

-Allow to cool. Then slice, garnish with a piece of pear, serve & enjoy!

For more Max 21 Fitness-friendly recipes, or exercise suggestions to accompany your healthy eating plan visit us at: max21fitness.com

Here's to a great weekend of eating & working out!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team



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Spice Things Up at the Table! Why Max 21 Fitness Fanatics Should Eat More Spicy Foods

Is it hot in here, or is it just us?!

One great piece of nutritional information we'd like to share with you is that spicy foods can aid in the Max 21 Fitness Fat Burning Routine!

According to a recent article on a British fitness site, spicy foods help burn fat because they temporarily increase your metabolic rate.

Some spices have even been found to raise your metabolic rate by as much as 50% for up to three hours after you consume the hot stuff on your plate!

The reason spices boost your metabolic rate is because they raise your body’s temperature (you will notice this yourself when eating spicy foods), which in turn raises your heart rate.

Spices are also believed to have thermogenic properties (which means they stimulate your body’s fat burning process).

You may have even noticed that cayenne, a red hot chili pepper, is found in many weight loss pills because it stimulates fat burning.

The overall result is that eating spicy foods can increase the amount of fat and calories you burn for a short (but beneficial) amount of time following consumption.

For more helpful weight loss tips or information about the Max 21 Fitness Fat Burning Routine go to: max21fitness.com.

Here's to hot peppers and cool physiques!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team




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Max 21 Fitness & the Facts of Life (Nutrition Facts, That is...)

It's something that's required to be on most packaged foods and beverages, but how many of us actually pay attention to it? We're talking about the Nutrition Facts label.

According to the Mayo Clinic, this label provides detailed information about the nutrient content of the product. The label — sometimes called the nutrition information panel — is intended to help you make healthier choices. While the required information is standard, the specific nutrients vary, depending on the food product.

If you aren't aware of how to analyze them...you can read Nutrition Facts labels to determine the amount of calories, protein, carbohydrates, grams of fat, sugar, sodium, and even fiber content in specific products.

Knowing this information can help you decide whether a food or beverage fits into your Max 21 Fitness eating plan or is appropriate if you have certain health conditions (such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol). Understanding nutrition labels also enables you to compare similar products to see which one might be a healthier choice.

The more practice you have reading food labels, the better you can become in using them as a tool to plan your healthy, balanced Max 21 Fitness diet.

For more nutritional information or suggestions for meal plans and exercise, visit us at: max21fitness.com.

Here's to becoming more health conscious!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team



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It's Torte-ally Amazing...The Max 21 Fitness Sugar-Free Flourless Chocolate Torte Recipe!

Have your cake and eat it too!
Here's a great Max 21 Fitness recipe: Sugar-Free Flourless Chocolate Torte!
Your friends and family will think it tastes amazing...and they'll never know it has fewer calories and zero sugar!

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes


Here's what you need:

-2 cups pecans
-1/3 cup cocoa
-1 tsp. baking powder
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-4 eggs
-1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
-1 tsp. vanilla
-1/4 cup erythritol (optional)
-Artificial sweetener equivalent to 1 cup sugar (we like to use liquid Stevia sweeteners)
-1/2 cup water

Here's how you make it:
Heat oven to 350 F. Grease an 8" or 9" round pan.

1) Place the pecans in your food processor - pulse until they are small (but not quite as small as corn meal).

2) Add the rest of the dry ingredients and pulse again. (Note on erythritol: You can do this recipe with all liquid artificial sweetener, but we've begun experimenting with partial erythritol, with success).

3) Add the wet ingredients and process until well-blended.

4) Pour into your round pan and bake. The exact time will vary with the pan. Start checking at about 25 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

5) Slice when cool. If desired, serve with fat-free whipped cream and/or sugar-free chocolate sauce.

Here's the nutritional information:
Each of the 8 servings has 2 grams of effective carbohydrates plus 4 grams of fiber, 6 grams of protein, and 334 calories.

For more healthy low-carb dessert recipes check out: www.max21fitness.com.

Here's to getting your sweet fix in a sugar-free way!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team




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Nevermind Fame, Get Your 15 Minutes of Max 21 Exercise!

Can't find time in that busy lifestyle of yours to get to the gym or go for a morning jog? Well good news!

A new study shows even 15 minutes of exercise a day can add 3 years to your life!

Regular exercise strengthens muscles, reduces the risk of some diseases, and promotes mental well-being. The more exercise, the better.

But if you're short on time and low on energy...give it just 15 minutes.

Subjects in this study apparently cut their risk of death by 14% and extended their life expectancy by three years compared with those who did not exercise at all.

Just one more reason to download your copy of the Max 21 Fitness Fat Burning Routine!

For more information on celebrity trainer Chris Garcia's ebook visit: max21fitness.com.

Here's to a longer, healthier life!
--The Max 21 Fitness team




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For Real, Dough! Try the Max 21 Fitness Gluten-Free Pizza!

Eating gluten-free is becoming more and more popular among health nuts, and especially among those who have food allergies.
So here's a healthier way to have an Italian favorite...with Gluten-Free pizza crust!

Here's what you'll need:
-3/4 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Mix
-3/4 cup tapioca flour
-2 tablespoons dry powdered milk
-1 teaspoon Agar-Agar powder (can substitute for the same amount unflavored gelatin powder)
-1 teaspoon sea salt
-2 teaspoons xanthan gum
-1 package active dry yeast granules
-1 teaspoons sugar OR 1/2 teaspoon honey
-2 teaspoons olive oil
-1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
-1/2 cup lukewarm water

Here's how you make it:
-Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
-Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and sprinkle lightly with gluten free cornmeal.
-Dissolve your yeast in the water as per the directions for the yeast.
-Whisk together all the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. Be sure they are well mixed.
-Gradually mix in the wet ingredients; sugar, olive oil, vinegar, water (with the yeast).
-Mix on high speed for 3 to 4 minutes.
-Place your dough mixture on a clean surface well sprinkled with tapioca flour. Begin to work your dough into a large ball. The dough will be sticky. The key to managing the dough is to use enough tapioca flour in your kneading.
-Divide your dough in half to make two pizzas.
-Roll each dough ball into a circle. (Be sure to use enough tapioca flour!) Roll the dough thick for Chicago Style, and thinly for New York Style.
-Transfer the rolled dough onto your pizza sheet or pizza stone. Bake for five minutes. To ensure an even bake it is best to bake each pizza separately.

Here's how you jazz it up:
• 1 cup organic pizza sauce (you can make your own using organic tomato sauce, fresh basil, salt, pepper, oregano and olive oil)
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, grated
• 4 sliced mushrooms
• 8 sliced olives
• 4 ounces organic turkey pepperoni

Here's how you make it taste amazing:
Spread the organic pizza sauce on the pizza (be sure to leave a border around the edges if you would like a crispier crust). Top with a third of the cheese. Sprinkle evenly with the mushrooms, olives and pepperoni. Top with the rest of the grated mozzarella. Put the pizza in the oven for another 7-10 minutes. Allow to cool before slicing. Enjoy!

For more great-tasting nutritional meal ideas: www.max21fitness.com
--The Max 21 Fitness Team




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Don't Be Chicken...Try a New Max 21 Fitness Salad Recipe!

Sometimes eating the same ol' chicken dish can become boring...

So here's a healthy spin on chicken salad with grapes and walnuts!

Here's what you'll need:

-4 cups cubed (1/2 inch) cooked chicken (about 1 3/4 pound)
-1 cup walnuts,toasted and chopped
-1 celery rib, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices (1 cup)
-2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
-2 cups halved seedless red grapes
-3/4 cup mayonnaise
-3 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
-2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Toss together all ingredients in a large bowl until combined well.

For other nutritious recipes and healthy meal plans check out: www.max21fitness.com.

Enjoy!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team




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The 'Perfect' Bar for Max 21 Fitness Gurus!

Looking for a delicious alternative to those chalky-tasting protein bars you find at the grocery store?

Try the Perfect Foods Bar...

It's organic, gluten-free, and high in protein.

The best news is, Perfect Foods Bars are on sale for Back-to-School season (check out perfectfoodsbar.com).


You will love the ways these bars taste...and your lean physique will thank you too!

For more fun nutritional ideas visit: www.max21fitness.com.
--The Max 21 Fitness Team




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A 'Berry' Healthy Choice: The Max 21 Fitness Strawberry Heaven Breakfast!

Time for a refreshing twist on a great summer fruit...the Max 21 Fitness Strawberry Heaven breakfast!

Here's what you need: ‎
--8 oz. of cold water
--1Scoop of Iso 100 Vanilla Protein
--1Scoop of EZ Body Berry AntiOxidants
--8 ice cubes
--5 frozen strawberries
--1tbsp. of flax seed oil
--1/4 cup of Kashi GoLean Crisp Cereal (to add on top).

Enjoy, Friends!!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team

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It's Eggs-actly What You Need for Your Max 21 Fitness Fat Burning Routine!

One of the most important rules of weight management/weight loss is making sure you DON'T SKIP BREAKFAST!

 

That's why we're here to give you some healthy food ideas...to start your day on the right foot!

If you have time in the morning to prepare yourself breakfast, why not go with a staple...eggs!

Here's a quick & easy recipe you can make:

Scrambled Whites with Greens

Description: This low-fat, scrambled-egg alternative provides 54 grams of high-quality dietary protein in just 255 calories. 

First, spray your frying pan with fat-free Pam. Then pour the equivalent of four servings of Eggology egg whites (or Second Nature or Egg Beaters egg whites) in a bowl and blend with 1/2 cup spinach and 1/2 cup mushrooms. 

Heat the pan until the Pam starts to bubble, pour in the eggs, and fry until the eggs are nearly dry.
 

You'll Save: 40 calories, 100 mg of cholesterol, and 13g of fat compared with two normal scrambled eggs.

For more nutritious weight loss meal ideas: www.max21fitness.com

Here's to an eggs-ellent and healthy breakfast!

--The Max 21 Fitness Team

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Fish Oils...What a Great Catch!

Did you know...? Taking a good fish oil supplement has a ton of benefits!

Not only can it help improve your hair, skin, and nails, it can also help with sweet cravings...

Fish oils cause your body to produce a chemical called cholecystokinin. 

This chemical sends a signal to the brain that curbs your cravings for whatever's on the dessert menu at the restaurant where you're dining.

It's important, however, to make sure your fish oil is as pure as possible. How can you tell? Try the freezer test. 

Put one of your fish oil capsules in the freezer....when it's frozen, examine its color. If the capsule is opaque in color, that means it's loaded with fillers. If the capsule appears transparent in its frozen state, then its quality is pretty decent.

We like the fish oils made by OMAX, but you may find some other good products at your local vitamin or organic grocery store.

Here's to a great lookin' head of hair, strong nails on both your hands & feet, as well as a dinner experience WITHOUT the guilt of eating dessert at the end of your meal!

For more nutritional tips and info, contact us: support@max21fitness.com.

--The Max 21 Fitness Team



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Orange You Glad...For Orange-Vanilla Protein Smoothies!

Here's a great new twist on that 'orange dreamsicle' flavor we all love...

It's the orange vanilla protein smoothie recipe!

Check it out...and let us know what you think!

What you'll need:

•1 scoop of vanilla whey protein powder

•8 oz. orange-flavored Crystal Lite (or orange Vitamin Water Zero)

•4-5 ice cubes

•1 tsp. Vanilla Extract

•½ banana

•2-3 frozen strawberries

•2 packets of Stevia

(or sweetener of your choice)

Try blending the protein powder, vanilla extract, stevia, and your orange-flavored beverage together first, before adding the fruit. This will ensure that your protein doesn't become clumpy in your refreshing new smoothie.

Now you can have the satisfying taste of OJ...any time of day...Enjoy!

--The Max 21 Fitness Team

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Having Breakfast Like a Pro...with a Protein Bistro Box!

If you're like some of us on the Max 21 Fitness Team and you just HAVE to have your coffee in the am...why not head to Starbucks where you can get a cup o' joe AND a high-protein breakfast?

Check this out...It's the Protein Bistro Box.

This fun little package is jam-packed with:
--1 cage-free hard-boiled egg
-- 2 slices of white cheddar cheese
--1 packet of honey peanut butter spread
--1 small multigrain muesli piece of bread
--3 apple slices
--1 palmful of grapes

As for nutrition facts?
--380 calories
--13 grams of protein
--5 grams of fiber

Survey says....We love it!
So the next time you visit your favorite Barista at Starbucks, make sure you pick up some protein to go with that java!

For more nutritional protein ideas, visit max21fitness.com.
Here's to a healthy start to your day!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team


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PB...or Not to Be...That is the Question!

Looking for some Max 21-friendly snack ideas?
Here's one that will drive you...well, NUTS!

Introducing...the High-Protein Low-Carb Peanut Butter & Jelly Wrap...It’s a great way to stabilize your blood sugar levels, satisfy your sweet tooth, and get 1/3 of your fiber for the day.
With stable blood sugar levels and increased daily fiber, it’s much easier to manage the portions of your meals.
Here's what you need:
1 Mission Carb Balance Tortilla Soft Taco Size (warming is optional)
1 Tbsp. Natural Peanut Butter (stir the oil on top into the peanut butter)
1 Tbsp. Smuckers Light Strawberry Jelly (sweetened with Splenda)
(Or...you can substitute 1/2 a banana for the jelly)

Here's what's in it:
Calories- 245
(Subtract 60 cals for the fiber)
Protein-5 grams
Carbs-22 grams (net carbs-8 grams)
Fiber-14 grams
Heart Health Fat-11 grams
Try this and other amazingly delicious snacks today!
For more nutritional ideas check us out at: http://max21fitness.com/ .

Here's to good snacks and a great body!
--The Max 21 Fitness Team

Zoomin' In...on Max 21 Zumba Fitness Classes!

What is Zumba anyway?!

Zumba is an aerobic fitness program created by Miami-based dancer and choreographer Beto Perez and two entrepreneurs, Alberto Perlman and Alberto Aghion.
It originated in Colombia in the 1990s and is taught by more than 20,000 instructors in 35 different countries.

What are the Max 21 Zumba Class Hours at Pure Living Fitness?

(Glendora Location Only)

• 7:00 -8:00 pm Mon-Thurs.
• 8:00-9:00 am Sat. 

What are the Prices for the Max 21 Zumba Classes?

• $15 / single session
• $100 / package of 10 sessions

When Can I Take Max 21 Zumba Classes at Pure Living Fitness?

(Glendora Location Only)

• 5 Available Classes Per Week 
• 22 Available Classes Per Month   

What is the Address for the Pure Living Fitness Facility?

(In The Tire Pros Shopping Center)
445 E Route 66 # B
Glendora, CA 91740-3520

Where Can I get more info About Zumba & Other Classes Offered at Pure Living Fitness?

Call or email us! (866)808.3232 or support@max21fitness.com



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