Subbing Schedule - Extra Classes I'm Teaching

Upcoming subbing schedule:

Tuesday (7/31):
6:30pm
Core, Cardio & More
24 Hour Fitness - Irvine Culver Plaza

Wednesday (8/01):
5:45am
Core, Cardio & More
24 Hour Fitness - Irvine Culver Plaza

Monday (8/06):
6:00am
Body Blast
Total Woman Spa - Irvine

Wednesday (8/08):
5:45am
Core, Cardio & More
24 Hour Fitness - Irvine Culver Plaza

Thursday (8/09):
6:30pm
Zumba
Total Woman Spa - Irvine

Sunday (8/12):
8:00am
Core, Cardio & More
24 Hour Fitness - Ocean Ranch


Monday (8/13):
6:00am
Body Blast
Total Woman Spa - Irvine

Tuesday (8/14):
6:30pm
Core, Cardio & More
24 Hour Fitness - Irvine Culver Plaza

Wednesday (8/15):
5:45am
Core, Cardio & More
24 Hour Fitness - Irvine Culver Plaza

5:30pm
Zumba
24 Hour Fitness - Orange Chapman

Thursday (8/16):
6:30pm
Zumba
Total Woman Spa - Irvine

Sunday (8/19):
8:00am
Core, Cardio & More
24 Hour Fitness - Ocean Ranch

Monday (8/20):
6:00am
Body Blast
Total Woman Spa - Irvine

Monday (8/27):
6:00am
Body Blast
Total Woman Spa - Irvine

If you have any questions or need more info, please email me at coachlana@beachbodycoach.com 

Recipe - Artichoke Heart Quinoa Lentil Salad

I'm not a lover of cooking. So, I need easy recipes where I can make a lot and eat it all week long. This one was perfect. I had an event going on during the weekend and needed some easy food on the go. I'm also vegan and it's extremely hard to find food when you go to any type of convention. So, I pack what I can.

INGREDIENTS: 
- 1 can or jar of artichoke hearts (This is to individual taste. I love them, so I jam as many in as possible)
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 cup uncooked green lentils
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
- 2-4 fat diced green onions
- Himalayan salt to taste (optional)

DIRECTIONS: 

Cook quinoa & lentils at same time.

Cook quinoa: Rinse quinoa thoroughly and drain. Place 1 cup quinoa and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until all water has been absorbed. Remove pan from the heat and let quinoa sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Cook lentils: Place 1 cup lentils in medium saucepan, just cover lentils with water, bring to boil and allow to low boil for about 15 minutes. Lentils should absorb most of the water, if they do not strain them before adding to quinoa.

While quinoa and lentils are cooking chop cilantro, dice green onions, measure out artichoke hearts, lemon juice and lime juice. Add all ingredients once quinoa and lentils are done. Mix thoroughly and place in fridge to chill for at least 1 hour. It tastes much better if you leave overnight. Add Himalayan salt or more lime or lemon juice to taste.

Enjoy.

A Day with Richard Simmons! The Best Day Ever!

When I found out that July 12th was Richard Simmons' 64th birthday, it motivated me to figure out if he still taught classes. Lo and behold he did, up in Beverly Hills. Well, that said road trip all over it. So, I asked my friend Renee if she was game and we loaded up our truck and headed for Beverly, Hills that is. Swimming pools, movie stars and the Slimmons studio. We got there waaaaaaay too early because we were afraid the place would be packed with other admirers and we did not want to risk not being able to get in. The fee was only $12 to take his class and it's so worth it!

Richard Simmons teaches a nutritional type class prior to his fitness class. It's a testament to him, he makes sure his students know, it's not just exercise, you have to take control of your diet to have long term success. Also, he knows everyone's story, he cares, he listens and connects with everyone. He makes sure every single one of his members is a success. He won't let you fail.

His class was amazing, unforgettable. We were in that hot box like sardines, but no one cared. He taught simple, fun choreography, no cueing needed. The music was blasting and he only turned it down to yell motivations or commands like a drill sergeant. I could have kept going forever!

Once class was over, he stayed till every single person took pics, chatted with him, had him sign t-shirts and again, he talked and connected with everyone. It was an especially special moment for me. He looked me in the eyes and commented on how I moved with such joy in the class. He asked me what I did and I told him I was a fitness instructor, he smiled and said I moved like a gazelle. I teared up and got a huge hug from him. I can't wait to go back! http://www.richardsimmons.com

Happy Birthday to Richard Simmons!

One of my first introductions to fitness was watching Richard Simmons weekly TV show. When I say watch, I literally mean watch. I would sit and enjoy his enthusiasm, stand do a couple steps, then sit again. I wasn't fat, but I wasn't fit. My household was far from healthy and I was not encouraged to be physically active. I was raised by my aunt and uncle who always had a cigarette in one hand and a cup of coffee in the other. I thought vegetables came out of cans till I was much older. But, I always had a drive in me to move and sought knowledge on fitness wherever I could. Richard Simmons had a huge impact on me and still does. He has an amazing spirit and meets people where they are. No judgement, just encouragement. I admire that and hope I can be the same encouragement to others. Happy birthday Richard Simmons and many more!

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