June 17, 2016
Carla Burns
Dr. Don has been my friend for a long time and I have heard this song so many times but it still puts a smile to my face! He used to sing it EXCLUSIVELY…
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May 26, 2016
Carla Burns
Memorial Day is MY official kick off party for Summer! I love honoring those who've served in the armed forces and celebrating their lives! I always spend the day outside at a Barbecue with the…
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May 11, 2016
Carla Burns
Want to LOVE your legs in as few as 7 days? Here are a few simple tips to put your best “leg” forward! The secret to thinner, sexy thighs is three fold. First, get off the machines that…
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April 20, 2016
Carla Burns
Positive thinking does not work You can speak positive things all day long but if what you think in your brain does not match what you BELIEVE in your heart it's like waves crashing in the sea. Mathew…
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March 30, 2016
Carla Burns
[caption id="attachment_1902" align="aligncenter" width="1089"] This is from the Castle Trip, June 2015. It was an exercise I did with my beautiful International Leaders, in which we went through their fears, they wrote the fears on these balloons and…
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March 16, 2016
Carla Burns
How do you cope with stress? If you are a Mom, you can most likely relate with the word stress! Everything seems to be moving SO fast - we juggle too many hats and often neglect the most important…
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January 29, 2016
Carla Burns
Nobody needs a Covergirl! Can I first brag just a bit?? I am the most blessed mom on this planet! My daughters are such beautiful creations both inside and out and I make sure they know it! Gasp!!!! its ok,…
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January 8, 2016
Carla Burns
[video width="320" height="568" mp4="http://www.fitcoachcarla.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Secret-Slimming.mp4"][/video] Coconut milk is the secret slimming ingredient in this tasty smoothie! Coconut is very good for weight loss because it gives you essential fats that your body doesn’t make on it’s own. Good fat is great…
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January 5, 2016
Carla Burns
Smart" Goals This week is really going to be focused around goal setting! But before you begin writing down your goals I want to explain to you how to set goals to be more successful in achieving them! I like…
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January 5, 2016
Carla Burns
Thank you for taking a minute to watch my first ever video post. I must get asked at least once a day, “What do you eat to stay in shape?” or “I think I’m allergic to gluten but it’s just…
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December 22, 2015
Carla Burns
#FaithFoodFitness Most would agree there are two things that are needed for weight loss - diet and exercise..aka FOOD and FITNESS and I agree, these are very important elements. However, my approach as your Fitcoach is holistic which also includes…
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December 12, 2014
Carla Burns
“After New Year’s, I’ll...” I hear this all the time, and it is concerning to me. There are so many opportunities to overindulge during the holiday season, and so many sources of stress, that it’s too easy to give yourself…
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November 13, 2014
Carla Burns
Thanksgiving is only a couple of weeks away! Have you figured out what you're going to fix yet? Here are a few tasty and healthy recipes. Wishing you a very happy and healthy holiday! xx- FITCoach Carla In order to…
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August 15, 2014
Carla Burns
Hail to Kale! Try this amazingly yummy smoothie recipe! INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups coconut water 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks 1 banana 1/2 apple 1 kiwi 1 cup of fresh kale (packed tightly) 2 scoops Vanilla ProFIT Add ice, blend…
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August 8, 2014
Carla Burns
Check out this amazingly delicious and healthy Mediterranean Stir Fry recipe. Perfect for summer! DIRECTIONS Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. After olive oil heats up, throw in the following and sauté over medium heat for about…
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July 22, 2014
Carla Burns
Proverbs 1:8-9 Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. 9 They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck. When you first read this you may…
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July 14, 2014
Carla Burns
Proverbs 1:7 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction” When I read this verse as a young child it had a completely different tone than when I read it today. I…
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July 2, 2014
Carla Burns
When my husband told me he wanted to try the Paleo route, the first reaction I had was NO! I can't live without pancakes. I just love the fluffy, yummy warm sweetness in every bite. So when I found this…
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June 18, 2014
Carla Burns
It has been over five years since I first lost 100 pounds and again I found myself looking for clothes to fit me. My closet had plenty to choose from but styles were a couple of years old. My belts…
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April 16, 2014
Carla Burns
Beauty For Breakfast? FIT skin starts from within... The only grain-free, sugar-free granola recipe you'll ever need! Start your day with superfoods! One of the best things you can do to keep yourself looking young is to feed your body…
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April 11, 2014
Carla Burns
Looking back seven years ago I can still picture myself sitting at my dining room table signing a distributor form thinking my husband is going to freak if he finds out I signed up for another “thing” that took my…
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February 18, 2014
Carla Burns
You saw it here first! I have been so impressed with Starbucks this past year as they provide more and more delicious healthy FIT choices for their customers. This makes it so easy for those of you that commute or…
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January 9, 2014
Carla Burns
Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower (about 3 pounds) 1 tbsp. coconut oil 1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup) 2 large carrots, diced (about 2 cups) 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 C. beef broth 1 C. water 1 tsp. salt…
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January 9, 2014
Carla Burns
Ingredients 2 servings 3 cans water-packed tuna, drained 1 sweet yellow pepper, diced ¼ C. white onion, diced 2 tsp. dried basil 2 tsp. dried red chili powder 1 garlic clove, minced 1/8 C. lemon juice 1/8 C. olive oil…
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January 9, 2014
Carla Burns
Ingredients 8 egg whites 1/3 C. oatmeal 1tsp. baking powder 1tsp. vanilla 1tsp. cinnamon Directions Blend all ingredients together for 20-30 seconds. Heat pan with small amount of coconut oil. Pour in mixture and cover at low to medium heat. …
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January 9, 2014
Carla Burns
Balsamic Glaze Heat ½ C. balsamic vinegar to a simmer on stovetop until reduced to approximately ¼ C. Use sparingly.
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December 30, 2013
Carla Burns
Coconut milk is the secret slimming ingredient in this tasty smoothie! Coconut is very good for weight loss because it gives you essential fats that your body doesn't make on it's own. Good fat is great when you're trying to…
slimming smoothie, smoothie recipe, weight loss smoothie Leave a reply
December 25, 2013
Carla Burns
It's finally here!!!! My absolute favorite time of year is Christmas DAY! I love everything about it from the presents to the cookies with family and friends close by. My most favorite though is the joy of giving that brings…
Christmas, Giving, Giving and Receiving Leave a reply
December 23, 2013
Carla Burns
Holiday eating does not have to mean the end of all your effort this year. SO you have a few sweets and a little too much at Christmas dinner, don't be too hard on yourself! In fact, you can have…
December 18, 2013
Carla Burns
Staying healthy during the holidays can be a challenge with the stress that comes from rushing here and there as well as increased social events with late night parties. It can also be difficult to fit in exercise during the…
Holiday Health, Sleep health benefits Leave a reply
December 17, 2013
Carla Burns
The purpose of the fast is to draw closer to God. The meal plan for the 21 Day FiTFAST starting December 26th is simple and easy to follow. However, do not let what you eat become your focus, this is…
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December 13, 2013
Carla Burns
Hopefully you haven't caught the cold or flu this winter... But if you have, I have the perfect homemade turkey soup remedy! By substituting a few simple ingredients, I have turned this delicious recipe into a healthy meal filled with…
December 6, 2013
Carla Burns
'Tis The Season! FITCOACH Carla's Eggnog Smoothie is filled with nostalgic winter flavors just in time for this holiday season! This Ultimate Eggnog recipe will have you saying "Happy Holidays" with every sip.
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December 4, 2013
Carla Burns
Tips To Avoid Holiday Weight Gain With the holiday season upon us and Christmas around the corner it can be a challenge to avoid holiday weight gain. The hustle and bustle keeps us busy however the added stress and irregular…
November 26, 2013
Carla Burns
My favorite cornbread stuffing is so simple to make and tastes amazing! In order to make this delicious recipe a bit healthier I prefer to use organic to avoid the artificial ingredients and because most organic options are lower in sodium.…
November 7, 2013
Carla Burns
We're all guilty of indulging in a piece of pumpkin pie or reaching for that pumpkin muffin... Now taste why this deliciously healthy pumpkin spice smoothie packed with vitamin C will be your new favorite way to start the day!…
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June 24, 2013
Carla Burns
Are you ready to be charmed? You will after you mix up this cool smoothie. This recipe comes just in time to cool you down on hot summer days and give you refreshing energy at the same time. Go ahead…
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June 17, 2013
Carla Burns
Being FIT is so much more than just the food we eat and the exercise we chose. To create wholeness there are actually 3 areas that need to be FIT; your mind, your body and your spirit. If one of…
How To Create Wholeness and a Balanced FIT life Leave a reply
June 10, 2013
Carla Burns
If you are reading this post I am assuming you are over 40 and have suddenly realized it’s not as easy as it used to be to stay slim and trim. Trust me! You are not alone, most women I…
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May 27, 2013
Carla Burns
Quote from Dave Ramsey Step#2 www.daveramsey.com “List your debts, excluding the house, in order. The smallest balance should be your number one priority. Don’t worry about interest rates unless two debts have similar payoffs. If that’s the case, then list…
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May 20, 2013
Carla Burns
What if you could eat real whole foods that can trim your waist line and also improve your health? You can with what I consider to be my Top 5 of the best fat burning foods. #1 Protein In addition…
The Best Fat Burning Foods Leave a reply
May 13, 2013
Carla Burns
One of the main reasons I created the Fitworks program for Itworks Global was because I LOVE food! I love shopping for fresh ingredients, cooking wonderful dishes, and sharing the joy of good food with my friends and family. My…
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April 29, 2013
Carla Burns
For many of you I believe this will be the most important chapter you will read in this book! Beyond the science and informative facts you will discover a deeper meaning to your thoughts around food. Everything starts in the…
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April 22, 2013
Carla Burns
There is so much more to being fit than food and exercise!! This is why I felt led to include a section on finances. Most of our daily stress which can lead to over eating can also be linked to…
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April 22, 2013
Carla Burns
When it comes to diets I have tried them all. I had a subconscious programmed image of what I should look like and was willing to do insane things to achieve that ideal. My first memory of going through this…
The Diet Frenzy Leave a reply
April 16, 2013
As a young girl and well into my adult life, I had a bad relationship with food. I used eating for comfort and control, so I know how many of you feel. But I found a way to change that…
Limiting Thoughts That Keep You From Living The FITlife Leave a reply
April 14, 2013
First, food affects your mood! When you are able to free yourself from the bondage of guilt, worry, and resentment you then learn to give yourself permission to enjoy food simply for what it is. Second, eat more to Lose…
How To Create Freedom Around Food Leave a reply
March 19, 2013
Have you ever wondered the French women's secret to staying slim? How do they manage to eat cheese, butter, baguettes, and drink wine while staying slim? A few weeks ago I was in London, France and Belgium working with my Itworks! Team.…
French women's secret to staying slim? Leave a reply
February 11, 2013
Who knew that "turtle food" was so good for humans?! If you think about it turtles live to be over 100 yrs old on this main staple. Now I am not suggesting seaweed pie at every meal ;) especially when we have…
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