Here's a quick update since I last posted:
I'm now a certified personal trainer! (read more about my journey here.)
Summer is going to be a big sister! (see the annoucement post here.)
Mike and I took a trip to Nashville for the Beachbody coach Summit, followed by a week of camping with our family. (check out updates on my Facebook page.)
So yes, there's been a lot going on. Tell me about your summer!
Speaking of summer--who doesn't love an ice cold drink? Especially a shake or smoothie! To be honest, I drink a shake for breakfast every morning, regardless of the season. I love my Shakeology!
The best way to make a shake is lots of ice, so it's super thick and creamy. Of course, to do so, you need to have a strong blender. The kind folks at Hamilton Beach recently asked me to test out their Wave Action Blender. I jumped at the opportunity since I use my blender daily.
Let me tell you, this blender did not disappoint! Since I use a lot of ice, I often end up with a couple piece of unblended ice in the bottom of my cup. With the Wave Action Blender, there were no chunks! The blender is specifically designed to force the contents into the blades to ensure that everything is blended evenly. If there's a stubborn piece, there is a handy spoon that you can insert in the top of the blender to assist. This blender worked perfectly for my morning shake, and it can also be used to make soups or salsa. (Guess what I'll be doing with all the tomatoes from my garden?!)
I made my favorite Shakeology recipe--Apple Pie. Yes, I drink that flavor even in the middle of the summer ;) And, I'll even share it with you at the bottom of this post.
Apple Pie Shakeology
Serves 1
Ingredients:
1 cup apple cider
1/2 frozen banana
4 ice cubes
dash of cinnamon
1 scoop vanilla Shakeology
Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Pour into a tall glass and enjoy!
(If you're curious about Shakeology and why I drink it every day, please leave me a comment on this post!)
Okay, now it's your turn! If you would like a chance to win your own Wave Action Blender, you can use the Rafflecopter form below to enter!
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Disclaimer: I was provided with a Hamilton Beach Wave Action Blender for the purpose of this review. I was not otherwise compensated. All views and opinions are mine.
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Even Summer loves her shakes! :) |
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