A SNIPPET FROM THIS MORNINGS @fitnesscartel_x CLASS 💪🏼 • This mornings class was a goodie (and something ANYONE can do, whether you train at home or at a gym) • I won’t give away the whole class (you’ll need to come in or hop on board our online training system to get that 😉) BUT I thought I would share a bit of it with you so that you can add it to one of your own workouts 🏋🏽♀️ • Warm up properly (in case you didn’t do so…I love doing some pre-fatigue exercises here to give the body an extra push) and then set your timer for 2 minute intervals with a 30 second rest ⏰ • In those 2 minutes you are going to do as many rounds of these exercises as possible (aka an AMRAP) • 1️⃣ 10 x sprawls with 40 x cross body mountain climbers (repeated until the time is up) REST 50 jumping jacks 2️⃣ 10 x jump squats with 10 x squat with a calf raise (repeated until the time is up) REST 50 jumping jacks 3️⃣ 20/20 x shoulder taps with 20 x half burpees/double mountain climber (repeated until the time is up) REST 4️⃣ 20/20 x switch lunge’s with 20/20 x reverse lunge’s- Aim to get your back knee as close to the ground as possible (repeated until the time is up) REST 50 jumping jacks 5️⃣ 10 x straight leg sit ups with 20/20 x bicycle crunches REST 50 jumping jacks • Seems simple (and it is) but it’s effective and will help you get your sweat on 😋 • If you have any questions about the exercises, pop them below OR if you are keen to join the @fitnesscartel_x family then let’s get the ball rolling😜 • Oh, and should I share more workouts? Let me know 🥰
THE HEARTBREAKING TRUTH… • Anyone else annoyed they did this? • If I could tell my younger folk anything, it would be to love and appreciate the skin you are in…life is way to short not too (and aging isn’t for the faint hearted 😂) • #pullupsandpeanutbutter #quoteoftheday #quotes #meme #thismademelaugh #forrealthough #truthbomb #strongoverskinny #lovetheskinyouarein #bodyacceptance
UP YOUR SELFIE GAME & WIN 🤳 • Keen to win a free FC class package? 😉 • All you have to do is: -Snap a pic/Take a quick video of yourself at the gym -Snap a pic/Take a quick video of the gym while you are there OR -Snap a pic of your watch after class and tag us in it 💪🏼 • Post your pic/video on socials and tag us in it 🥳 • Every few weeks we’ll pick a winner 🤩 • Let’s get after it!
PUBLIC HOLIDAY SWEAT SESH 💪🏼 Keen to start your public holiday on the best foot? Why not join us tomorrow morning at 7:30 am for an action packed and high energy class 😉 We have a few suprizes up our sleeve and promise that you will all leave with a smile and will feel ready to make the most of your public holiday 😁 After all, it is the first of the new month so there really is NO excuse not to set some new goals and let us help you reach them 🙌🏼 Click the link in our bio to book your spot… Remember your first session is on us so bring a friend or family member along and let’s get after it 👊🏼
THERE’S A DIFFERENCE 😉 • #pullupsandpeanutbutter #quoteoftheday #qotd #quotesdaily #healthybaking #healthybaker #shopping #onlineshopping #shopoholic #durbanfitness #fitfoodie #girlmath #girlmaths #durban #umhlanga
WELL WHEN IT’S PUT LIKE THAT 😉 • It’s almost rude not to buy the clothes or shoes, rights? 😉 • Well, I’ve just seen that @superbalist has a 35 % discount code at the moment (SUPREMESTYLE) and @saintandsummer ‘End Of season’ sale just started this morning… • You’re welcome to share any other deals you may have come across in the comments section below ⬇️ (I think it would be appreciated as well 😘) • I mean…The clothes and shoes probably NEED you 😜 • Well that’s what I’m telling myself anyway 🥰
TOP TIP TUESDAY 🛒 • Follow me for more life advice 😜 • #justjoking #thismademelaugh #quoteoftheday
ANYONE ELSE? 😩 • And I’m a much nicer person when I have a bit of a tan 🙈 #sorrynotsorry • If anyone has any secrets for having a adding a little bronze to their skin during Winter or these ‘transitional’ months, please help a girl (or girls) out and share your secrets below ⬇️ • Because surely I can’t be the only one that feels this way 😂
IT’S ME… • I’m that someone 😂 • And it’s only day 1 🙈 😜 • Anyone else??? We can’t let food go to waste, can we??? • In fact…I’ll even like the lid 🙊 • #sorrynotsorry
FOLLOW ME FOR MORE LIFE HACKS 😜 • Tag a friend that hates talking on the phone and hopefully make them smile 😁
THIS IS WHAT THEY DON’T TELL YOU 😂 • But for real though… • And if this water crisis has taught me anything…it’s that I go through a ton of gym clothes 😜 • Roughly 13 gym outfits a week 🙈 • It will all be worth it in the end- and this is my reminder to you all that nothing beats consistency…Even crazy amounts of sweaty clothes 🥰 • Or…Perhaps this is a sign that we all should just treat ourselves and buy some more… • You tell me 😂
IT’S BEEN A DAY 😉 • I think I may just have to ‘add to cart’ while enjoying a @nouriticafe snickers bar 😜 • Not sure what could beat that combo… • How’s your day been? 😝
3 DAYS TO GO! Our ‘Get fit in 4’ 4 week summer challenge starts on MONDAY! Our assessment morning will be taking place on Saturday at the Fitness Cartel gym 💪🏼 All the details can be found by clicking the link in our bio or by sending us your email address so that we can add you to our database 🔥 BUT…If you have ANY questions, please contact us. You can send us a DM or contact us directly on: Sheldon: 0726516788 Jo: 0714634630 Bring on 2024 🔥 It’s going to be a goodie one!
IN CASE YOU NEEDED A SIGN TO ADD TO CART 😉 • Here it is… • Oh 2024, the places we will go 🥳 • Thank you @looks_bylilli for always being the ‘sign’ whenever I have needed it 😜
MERRY MERRY 🌲❤️🎅🏼 • Wishing all our nearest and dearest the happiest Christmas filled with lots of love, light and of course laughter 😘 • All our love, The Hills ❤️ • #pullupsandpeanutbutter #fitnesscartel #christmas #christmas2023 #christmaswishes #merrymerry #capetown #southafrica
DROPS MIC 🎤 • I’m just going to leave this here… • May we all end 2023 glowing 😘😘😘
FOLLOW ME FOR MORE LIFE HACKS 😉 • On a more serious note…How is all of your Christmas shopping going? 🎄
CAN I FILE THIS UNDER ‘HIDDEN TALENTS’? • In all seriousness though…If any of you are holding out to do some Black Friday shopping…Where are you looking? 😉 • No gate keeping around here 😂 • Lastly, who else does this? 🙈 I suppose it’s a different form of window shopping 🤣
GIRL MATHS ➕➖➗✖️ • It makes sense to me 🤷🏻♀️ • Buying more and avoiding shipping costs = the extra item is essentially free 😜 • Where my other girl mathematicians at??? • #pullupsandpeanutbutter #quoteoftheday #quotesdaily #girlmaths #girlmath #girlmathadvice #girlmathmemes #girlmathsatwork #thismademelaugh #thismademesmile #forrealthough #onlineshopping #shopoholics #durban #umhlanga #umhlangarocks #supportlocalza #proudlysouthafrican #southafrica
THIS 😂 • It’s funny because it’s true 🙈 • Bring on the @fitnesscartel_x 4 week challenge…Starting tomorrow 😁 • Even though I will be taking classes during this challenge, I’m all in 😉 • My goals are written down, my profile on the app has been created, my @nouriticafe meals have been ordered, I’ve stocked up on my @sportrx_sa supplements and I’ve stocked up on my healthy food from @parksquarespar 😊 • BRING IT ON!!! • Who else has some goals that they are getting ready to smash? • If you are still keen to sign up, let me know and we’ll se what we can do 💪🏼 • Otherwise, I’m SO happy that my spark for health and fitness has come back so #watchthisspace • Enjoy the rest of your Sunday lovelies 🔥
FITNESS CARTEL AMBASSADOR SEARCH • 📣 Calling all fitness enthusiasts! 🏋️♀️ • Are you passionate about leading an active lifestyle and believe in showcasing it to inspire others? 🌟 • We are on the hunt for TWO fit and energetic brand ambassadors to join our team and help promote the @fitnesscartel_x brand. • Why become our brand ambassador? Here are a few reasons why you'll love being part of our team: • 1️⃣ Exclusive access: You will gain access to 3 classes per week. • 2️⃣ Discounts and promotions: You will receive special discounts and any running promotions on supplementation and health products from companies we have collaborations with. • 3️⃣ Grow your influence: Connect with a community of like-minded fitness enthusiasts, share your fitness journey, and inspire others to pursue a healthier lifestyle. Your positive impact will be felt far and wide. • 4️⃣ Exciting opportunities: Join us at fitness events and competitions! You'll have the chance to represent our brand on various platforms and get exposure to new audiences. • Tag your fitness-loving friends who would rock this role! • Comment below or on the post on the Fitness Cartel page if you want in AND tag a friend that you think may be interested too 💪🏼 • Let’s get after it!
COLD PLUNGES 🥶 • Out of interest sake… • Who loves themself a plunge in single digits water? • They say you should average 11 minutes per week which I’ve decided to work towards… • They also say that a cold plunge increases your dopamine levels by 250 % 😳 • While getting in is TERRIBLE, the feeling after is AMAZING 🎉 • I would love to hear your thoughts 💭 • Oh and YES, those are goosebumps on goosebumps 😂
THIS MADE ME LAUGH 😂 • And in all honesty, I think I laughed because it’s true… • Who else agree’s with me on this one? 😉 • I like my chocolate to melt in my mouth (The @nouriticafe snickers bar doesn’t count though- That baby can live in my freezer any day 😝) • Let’s hear your opinions?
IT’S THE SMALL THINGS IN LIFE 🩷 • In this case…literally 🐌 • I am aware that this is super random but seeing this teeny tiny snail on my morning run filled my heart and made me smile 😊 • No matter how crappy life may seem, no matter how difficult the mountain may feel that you have to climb, if you stop and take a step back, catch your breath and look around you, you may just find a small sign telling you to carry on 💫 • I like to think of these as signs from God. There really is beauty all around us, we may just need to have a proper look 🩷 • I hope you are all having a wonderful week…Sending so much love 💕
TRUTH 🙈 • Anyone have any hobby suggestions for me? 😂 • Please leave them below ⬇️ • #pullupsandpeanutbutter #quoteoftheday #thismademlaugh #itsfunnybecauseitstrue #shopoholic
EVERYBODY IS BEAUTIFUL 🩷 • I was recently involved in a special Women’s Day campaign for @motherkindco 💫 • I met the most incredible and beautiful women… • A part of the campaign involved telling a stranger the things that we tell ourselves daily… • Saying aloud the things that I tell myself every day seemed all kinds of wrong… • ‘Fat’, ‘lazy’, ‘unworthy’, ‘ugly’… • Just to name a few… • We would never say these things to a stranger…We would never dream of saying these things to a friend… • And yet… • Somehow we deem it acceptable to call ourselves these things… • I learnt so much from this exercise…In fact, it was quite an emotional experience… • You can follow more about this on the Motherkind page ❤️
HAPPY MONDAY ❤️ • Except it’s not really ‘Monday’ because most of us are lucky enough to have a mid week break 😉 • If you are wanting something to look forward to doing on Wednesday, I suggest you make these healthy breakfast protein brownies 😍 • I mean, who wouldn’t want to start their day with some brownies? 🤷🏻♀️ • The recipe and ‘how to’ can be found in the the caption of my latest recipe reel 😁 • As always, 90 % of my ingredients I got from @dischem_foods 🥳
HI THERE 👋🏼 • The truth in this #quoteoftheday 😂 • I blame it on the endorphin rush that ‘Your order has been received’ gives 😂 • To make this quote 100 % accurate, I may just need to add: I talk to my pets as if they will respond because #furkids 🐱 • Where are my other coffee addicts and shopaholics? ☕️ • I hope that your week has started with good coffee and finding some goodies on sale 🛒 • Have the best week lovelies 😘😘😘
CHIN UP BUTTERCUP ❤️ • Even in the face of challenges, try with every ounce of your being to keep your chin up… • The sun will always shine brighter when you rise above the clouds ☀️ • #KeepYourChinUp #StayPositive #RiseAbove #pullupsandpeanutbutter #quoteoftheday #chinupbuttercup #motivationalquote #durban #umhlanga #proudlysouthafrican #positivevibesonly #makeyourselfproud #womenpower #throwback #fitness #fitnessshoot
SUNDAY ❤️ • I quickly whipped up some healthy high protein treats for the week because this sweet tooth of mine is something else 🙈😋 • Who else did some meal prepping today? • What did you make?
QUOTE OF THE DAY ☕️ • Coffee is life… • At this point, I think my blood type may be caffeine 😂 • Tag someone that you think might find this funny 😄
SOMETIMES LESS IS MORE ❤️ • This can be said when applying concealer 🪞 • Lying in the sun ☀️ • Adding salt or spices to your food 🧂 • And when running (or training in general) 🏃🏻♀️ • I have gone from running 100 km’s a week to running 30 to 40 km’s 🏃🏻♀️ • I’ve replaced 4 of my runs with @fitnesscartel_x classes which include cardio (in small bursts) and of course, weight training 💪🏼 • To my surprise, without trying, I’m running faster than I’ve done in years 🥳 • Whether it’s because I’m physically stronger or because I’m well rested and not running on tired legs all the time, I don’t know… • Maybe it’s because I have allowed my body to recover sufficiently or perhaps I’m mentally stronger and just excited when I do hit the road, who knows 🤷🏻♀️ • I would like to think it’s a combination of all of the above 👆🏼 • Something I am 100 % sure on though, and I am my own testament to this…Sometimes less is more. Focus more on the quality of your training than on the quantity… • There’s no point giving 40 % to a workout everyday when you could be giving 100 % to a workout every other day… • I promise your body is going to thank you in the long run ❤️ • Listen to it, it often has tons to say 😉 • This pic was taken a few weeks ago at a @dailydose_sa run where I was lucky enough to win the most insane prize from @voomawater 🏆 Thanks guys 😁 • What can you guys add to my ‘Less is more’ list…Let’s hear yours…
I’M JUST SAYING 🤷🏻♀️ • Sounds like a pyramid scheme to me 😝 • All jokes aside, this made me chuckle to I had to share it 😉 • Have a very happy Tuesday lovelies 😘
GRAB THEM WHILE THEY’RE HOT 😉 • I’ve shared a few posts of my incredible leather bag and sandals from the awesome @kincade_the_brand ❤️ • Everywhere I’ve gone of late, I’ve received compliments on them both because the pop of colour can turn the simplest outfit into a fashion statement ❤️ 🐆 • I have the BEST news though… • *INSERT DRUM ROLL 🥁 • For a limited time, there is a 10 % discount on my bag and sandals… • But wait, there’s more…Some statement boots have also been added into the mix 😍 • Normally, leather items go for HUNDREDS of rands…Here you are looking at paying R315 for the crossbody bag, R359 for the sandals and only R891 for the boots 😱 • These will also make a beautiful gift for a loved one 😉 • The link is in my bio 😘
MY LATEST OBSESSION 🤤 • This one is hardly a recipe so if you want me to share it with you, just let me know and I’ll DM it to you and then video when I make this one evening 😍 • Think chocolate, think peanut butter, think pudding… • Except this one comes in at under 270 calories with 25 grams of protein 🥳 • It’s probably my favourite meal of the day… • It’s sugar free too and high in antioxidants 😁 The combination of protein and fat leaves you feeling fuller for longer which is a win for the bottomless pit that is my stomach 😂 • Do you have a favourite meal? • What is it? 🫶🏻 • Stocked up on the essentials for this recipe at @dischem_pharmacies @dischem_foods @dischem_livingfit
BRING ON THE HOLIDAYS 🥳 • 10 sleeps, but whose counting? 😉
FRESH AIR…IT JUST DOES SOMETHING TO THE SOUL 💫 • What are some things that you do when you are feeling down or need a bit of a ‘pick me up’? • Do you shop? Have a long bath? Exercise? Do some self care? Watch a series? 📺 • I would love to hear your ‘go to’s’… • Mine is spending at least 30 to 60 minutes in nature, whether it’s a jog on the promenade or just a walk, or even just sitting somewhere and taking in the view 🌊 • Studies have actually showen that spending time in nature in linked to cognitive benefits, improvement in mood, mental health as well as emotional well being ❤️ • After a stroll along the promenade this afternoon, I left feeling SO much better 🥰 • So if you too have had or ever have a crappy day, take a walk outside…It’s cheaper than shopping and you can get some steps in too 😉 • All my love (and pb) Jo
CRINGE WORTHY STUFF 🙈 • I hate seeing my Facebook memories pop up of statuses I put up way back when…A small part of me dies inside every time I read one 😂 • Have you had any cringey statuses that have come up as a memory? The one on my Facebook memories today was a real pearler 🤣 I’ll share some of mine if you share yours 😂😉 • I hope you are having the best Tuesday lovelies ❤️
MANCRUSH MONDAY ❤️ • @fitnesscartel_x • We’ve been together since 2014 and have had our fair share of ups and downs 🙂🙃 • In fact, I’m pretty sure we have gone through more in our time together than most people have gone through in a lifetime 😝 • In saying that though, opening a business and following our dream may just be one of the trickiest things we’ve done together to date… • BUT I wouldn’t want to be doing this with anyone else 🥰 • You are the calm to my storm and believe in me even when I don’t believe in myself ❤️ • You make the early mornings, late nights, working weekends and sacrifices feel exciting 🤩 • I am so proud of you and so grateful to have you in my corner 😘 • Now let’s smash this @fitnesscartel_x ‘Take back your life’ challenge and get after it 💪🏼 • If you are keen on joining us, it’s not too late- just pop me a message and I’ll sort it out 😁
GUILTY 🙈 • I blame my ADD 😝 • It’s never intentional and I promise I will get back to you 😂 • Who else is like this? • Hopefully there are a few more of us out there…We can even start a support group (paired with those that have about 2.7 million unopened emails in their inbox 🤣) • Have an awesome Thursday lovelies ❤️
8 MAY 2023… • We have had a bunch of enquiries about when we are planning on starting a new challenge and we can finally answer you… • The disruption of public holidays are now over and the time to ‘Take back your life’ is NOW… • Our ‘Take back your life’ challenge is just what you need if you feel as if you are lacking routine and need a kick to help get you started. • You’ll get: - An assessment and consult prior to starting the challenge. - A 10 class pass that you can use at your own discretion. Days and times of classes can be accessed through our booking system. - Access to our training app where you’ll receive a training plan for you to follow throughout the challenge. - 3 personalized diet plans that will allow you to create a way of eating that you can sustain, a shopping list for easy reference as well as recipes. - Motivation and support to help you get mentally stronger. • We have seen INCREDIBLE results in our previous challenges and ‘proud’ would be an understatement. • This isn’t a quick fix…This is the start of your ‘new and improved’ life and we are the ones lucky enough to help you get there! • You can click the link in our bio to sign up or feel free to send us a DM or email to find out more! • Let’s get after it!
THE SECRET TO A GOOD WORKOUT… • Laughing… • Or smiling… • If you can’t laugh or smile through your workout, chances are pretty high that you aren’t enjoying it 🙃 • If you aren’t enjoying your workout, you will be less inclined to make it a part of your daily life and be consistent with it 🔄 • AND The key to achieving ANY of your goals is consistency 🔑 • So find a workout that you LOVE and that makes you happy 😁 • If it’s Zumba, enjoy it… 💃🏽 • If it’s running, I hope you take the scenic route 🏃🏻♀️ • If it’s weight training, have fun pumping that iron 💪🏼 • If it’s a @fitnesscartel_x class with me, yay!!! Welcome 🤗 Let’s smash it ☺️ • What workouts do you enjoy doing? Let me know below 👇🏼 • Lately mine include running, walking and joining in on the @fitnesscartel_x classes 👌🏼 • Let’s hear yours…
PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN 🇿🇦 • There are some things that only make sense here…and I love it… • Who else is with me? • What else is said that only really makes sense in SA? 😉 • Let me know below 👇🏼
AND THEY USUALLY END UP TOGETHER… • Which one are you? 😂
RUNNING STRAIGHT INTO THE WEEKEND LIKE… • I couldn’t be happier that the weekend is here 😁 • What are your weekend plans? 🥰 Mine is going to consist of meeting some of your lovely faces and putting together ‘diet’ plans, creating recipes and building shopping lists and guides 👩🏽🍳 BECAUSE… • This weekend we have round ✌🏼 of our @fitnesscartel_x challenge starting so if you would like to hop on board then let us know 😜 • You’ll be getting a 10 @fitnesscartel_x class pass to use when and as you please💪🏼 • You’ll get access to our @fitnesscartel_x training app where you will receive your training program that can be done on the days where you don’t attend a class📱 • You’ll receive a personalized nutrition plan, recipes, shopping list and some tips and tricks, as well as constant support throughout the 4 weeks 🥰 • Lastly, on top of our support, you’ll receive weekly motivational videos and encouragement to help you to push through on the days that you may not feel like it ❤️ • We will do an assessment before the challenge starts, as well as after (with photos being optional 📷) • We also have some spot prizes and extra incentives to give away during the challenge ❤️ • You can hit the link in my bio to find out more 😘 • Have the most fantastic FriYAY 🥳 • 📷: @juliancarelsen
THAT’S ME 🙋🏻♀️ • I’m ‘that’ girl 😂 • There’s something about them that I just love… • Chest to floor burpees- Sign me up 🙌🏼 • Hands to floor burpees- I’ll do them with pleasure ✔️ • Half burpees- YES please 😁 • Who else shouldn’t we mess with? 😉 • Don’t worry though, if burpees aren’t your thing, I PROMISE I include variations to suit EVERYONE in my classes at @fitnesscartel_x 💪🏼 • Who knows…Perhaps if you stick around for long enough, you’ll grow to love them too 😜
WHAT PHOEBE BUFFAY SAID ☝🏼 • And to be honest, nothing has resonated with me more 😂 • If you are a die hard F.R.I.E.N.D.S fan like myself…You’ll know this episode 🦞 • Who else has seen F.R.I.E.N.D.S a million times?
𝙵𝚘𝚕𝚕𝚘𝚠 💪🏋️💪 #pullups #pullupsfordays #pullupseverywhere #PullUpStyle #pullupsgiveyouwings #pullupselecta #PullUpService #pullupswillkillme #PullUpsUntilFailure #pullupsorshutup #pullupsinthesky #pullupshuffle #pullupsandpeanutbutter #pullups4progress #pullupseverywherenz #pullupseveryday #pullupschallenge #pullupswithjessie
HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎉 • Happy, happy birthday to this beauty @wanderfitfuel ❤️ • You are a force to be reckoned with and the biggest inspiration there is 😍 • So lucky to have you as part of the FC family 🫶🏻 @fitnesscartel_x • Sending you ALL the love in the world!!! • See you on Friday to celebrate 🥳
✖️SHELDON HILL✖️ The founder of Fitness Cartel, has close to two decades of local and international experience in the fitness industry. He built Fitness Cartel from the ground up. What was once a garage gym created during the pandemic is now a state of the art facility. Sheldon is passionate about changing people’s lives and helping them to be fitter, stronger and healthier versions of themselves. Using his knowledge, results can be guaranteed. It’s no suprize that his favourite quote is ‘My knowledge, your results’. Join him and let’s get after it!
BREAKFAST FOR THE WEEK 🍫 • This weekend I prepped a brownie breakfast ‘pizza’ to have as my brekkie for the week ahead 😍 • Without tooting my own horn too much, enjoying this after my morning run honestly lifted my mood TEN FOLD 😉 • As always, it’s sugar free and high in protein, thanks to the @beautygen_sa collagen I used 😁 • This was also another blender recipe so it was SUPER easy to make 👌🏼 • Let me know in the comments below what you had for breakfast AND if this is something you would like to whip up for future breakfasts? 🫶🏻 • @dischem_foods @dischem_livingfit
GUILTY 🙊 • Hi, my name is Jo and I’m a self confessed online shopping addict 🛒 🛍️ • I’ve gotten A LOT better though and am trying to recycle what’s already in my cupboard and do a little less ‘add to cart’ when I’m bored BUT in the same sentence, my mind screams ‘YOLO’ 😂 • Where are my other online shopping fanatics at? 😜 • Oh…And I’m just teasing with reason number 3️⃣…Kinda 😉
🙊🙊🙊 • I honestly wouldn’t even know how to check what my ringtone is 😂 • Does anyone else have a phone that’s permanently on silent? 📞 • Who else remembers buying ringtones? 😜
TRUTH 🐱 🐶 • Where are my animal lovers at? 😉 • If you have pets, what are they? • As most of you know, I’ve just got Brooks who is my furbaby and quite honestly, the queen of the house 👑 • If I could though, I would have a zoo at home… • I still think that would make for a fun living situation… @sheldonhill_fitnesscartel what do you say?
𝙷𝚘𝚠 𝚝𝚘 𝚐𝚎𝚝 𝚖𝚞𝚜𝚌𝚞𝚕𝚒𝚎𝚛 𝚋𝚘𝚍𝚢 🏋️🏋️ 💪 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗 𝚏𝚘𝚕𝚕𝚘𝚠 𝚖𝚎 #pullups #pullupsfordays #pullupseverywhere #PullUpStyle #pullupsgiveyouwings #pullupselecta #PullUpService #pullupswillkillme #PullUpsUntilFailure #pullupsorshutup #pullupsinthesky #pullupshuffle #pullupsandpeanutbutter #pullups4progress #pullupseverywherenz #pullupseveryday #pullupschallenge #pullupswithjessie
LIVING IN SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦 • If you know, you know 😝 • Have an amazing Wednesday lovelies ❤️ • May your load shedding schedule be kind, may you find somewhere to cool off when the heat becomes a little too much to handle and may you never forget that you have the power within you to handle whatever life throws your way 😋 • All my love, and peanut butter 🥜 Jo Xxx • PS: If you haven’t made my single serve protein cookie, you NEED to add it to your ‘to do list’…It will help cool you off, granted you have the electricity to use your freezer 😉 • The full recipe can be found in the description on my Tik tok page or watch my latest reel to find out exactly what you need to give it a bash ❤️
🙊🙊🙊 • I think this may be my toxic trait 😂 • Please put me out of my misery and let me know if it’s just me that does this or if this is ‘normal’ 😝
9 JANUARY 2023 💫 • Tomorrow, the 9th of January, this one heads back to work at Fitness Cartel full time and I’m going to seriously miss us being attached to the hip 😢 • Since I’ve been on leave, I’ve gone in to @fitnesscartel_za with him every day to help out during classes, participate in classes to be able to give feedback and to try learn as much as possible from this man who has been in the health and fitness industry for well over a decade 🔥 • I’m BEYOND excited to be doing the adventure that we get to call our life together😁 • @sheldonhill_fitnesscartel opening up your dream gym has not been the easiest feat BUT you have done it and I am extremely grateful for this time off as I feel like I’ve learnt more than any textbook or PT qualification could teach me- Thank you, bub 😘 • SOOOOO… • I’ll be taking the classes until I am back at work and thereafter I’ll be taking the afternoon classes…YAY!!! 💃🏽 • I am nervous, excited, and honestly, I am freaking out a bit BUT I’m a firm believer that in order to grow, you have to get uncomfortable 😉 • If you are going to do anything in 2023, do something that makes you uncomfortable 😎 You’ll thank me in 2024 💪🏼 • Here’s to making 2023 a goodie my friends 🤩 • Everything you need to know about the gym, classes, and and and, can be found in the link in my bio 😋 • 2023…Let’s get after it 💪🏼🔥
🙊🙊🙊 • Load shedding making sure the festive season is a really festive one 😉😝 • #sorrynotsorry #ifidontlaughiwillcry
5 INGREDIENTS & 5 MINUTE TRUFFLES 🎄 • I make these…Every. Single. Christmas- Without fail! • There’s not much better than whipping something up for your loved ones, especially when it takes a few minutes to put together and looks pretty impressive 😂😉 • In case you didn’t get the recipe waaaay down on my page, I thought I would reshare it here… • Later on this week I will share a ‘How to’ of myself creating these for the family as I make the 2022 version this coming week ❤️ • INGREDIENTS: 16 @gullon_sa twin cookies (Found at @dischem_pharmacies @dischem_foods @dischem_livingfit ) 1 tub fat free cottage cheese, smooth 2 servings collagen or 1 serving whey protein 1/4 cup coconut flour Some sugar free white chocolate (Optional- 2 red cherries and 2 green cherries cut into slices/pieces to resemble mistletoe) • METHOD: 1. Add the cookies to a food processor and blend until it looks like soil 🤣 2. Add the cottage cheese and collagen/protein and blend again. 3. Add the coconut flour and blend for the last time. 4. With damp hands, roll into balls. 5. Decorate by dipping into melted sugarfree chocolate or drizzling some sugarfree chocolate over them. 6. Keep refrigerated in an airtight container • And there you have it 😉 • I’ve got something cinnamon and ginger inspired to share next, as well as a festive season baking shopping haul I did at @dischem_foods where I basically get ALL my ingredients from🎄😝
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DAY 4 🎄 • This recipe is a definite winner 👌🏼☺️ • I literally make these every single year and if anything screams Christmas, it’s the flavours in these bliss balls 🎅🏼 The best part is, every single ingredient can be bought from your nearest @dischem_pharmacies @dischem_foods @dischem_livingfit (Even the spices) • Sooooo, Here's the recipe 🎄🎅🏼❤️ • CHRISTMAS SUPERFOOD BLISS BALLS: • INGREDIENTS: • 1 cup @futurelifeza Zero Smartoats (You can use normal instant oats but I love the added benefits of using Futurelife) 1/4 cup cocoa 1/2 TBS cinnamon 1/2 TBS ginger 1/2 cup cashew nuts 1 cup pitted dates, soaked in boiling water for a few minutes 1/2 cup dried goji berries 1 TBS honey 1 tsp vanilla essence 1/2 cup coconut or 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (I whizzed mine up in my @nutribullet_sa for a few seconds and that did the trick) • METHOD: • - Add the Futurelife/oats, cashew nuts, cocoa, cinnamon and ginger to a food processor and blend until a smooth flour like consistency is formed. - Add the dates, honey and vanilla essence and blend until a dark sticky dough is formed. - Lastly, stir in the goji berries (You can blend them but I quite like the goji berry 'chunks') - Take a piece of the dough and roll into a ball. Roll this ball in either the coconut or the chopped pistachios. • Side note: It is often easier to wet your hands before rolling...this also helps the coconut or pistachios to stick to the ball • The final touch: Pop each bliss ball into a mini cupcake case and voila...how easy is that??!!☺️ • If you are saving this recipe, please do me a favour and leave your favourite emoji below ⬇️
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DAY 3: • CHRISTMAS CHOCOLATE BARK ❤️🎄🎅🏼 • I absolutely love making my own chocolate and you'll find a few recipes and variations on this page or on my website (Link in bio) • With this recipe I tried my best to stick with Christmas colours but what you decide to sprinkle over the chocolate is entirely up to you ❤️ • Here it is... • INGREDIENTS: • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips- I chopped up some @canderelsouthafrica dark chocolate (About 3/4 of a large slab) but you can use whatever chocolate you prefer 1/3 cup cocoa 2 servings collagen- I recommend @beautygen_sa (OR you could add 1 serving whey protein of choice) 1/3 cup organic coconut oil 1 TBS honey A pinch of Himalayan salt 1/4 cup cranberries 2 TBS goji berries 2 TBS chia seeds 2 TBS chopped almonds 2 TBS pumpkin seeds A small sprinkle of coconut • METHOD: • - Spray a baking tray with some cooking spray. - Melt the chocolate chips/chopped chocolate, coconut oil and honey together. I suggest creating a Bain marie. -Add the cocoa, collagen and salt and then mix until smooth and silky. - Pour onto the prepared tray and sprinkle the remainder of the ingredients over the chocolate mixture. - Pop into the freezer to set for about 20 minutes. - Once the chocolate has hardened break into chunks and keep it stored in an airtight Tupperware in the fridge or freezer. 😘😘😘 • Serve and enjoy 😉 • I’ll be needing taste testers this weekend and from next week so please show my posts some love so you can be added to the list 😘
DAY 2 🎅🏼🎅🏼 • This recipe is something for the kiddies ☺️ • While I know I haven’t been blessed with any kids of my own, I do have nieces and a nephew and well, I work with kids for a living, sooooo I feel I am pretty experienced in being able to tell what kids will and will not eat 😜🙌🏼 • These are super duper simple, require no baking AND can be stored in the fridge for 3 weeks 😱 • FUDGY BROWNIE POPS: (gluten free, wheat free, dairy free, egg free and unrefined sugar free) • INGREDIENTS: • 1 tin black beans, drained and rinsed 1/3 cup cocoa 1 scoop chocolate whey protein (If you don't want to add the protein you can just add more cocoa) 2 TBS peanut butter (tahini also works really well) 1 TBS honey 1 TBS vanilla essence A pinch of Himalayan salt • To coat: 1 cup dark chocolate chips- I used 70 % but a slab of sugar free chocolate would also work. Red and green sprinkles 6 red or green straws, cut into 18 small pieces • METHOD: • - Add all of the brownie ingredients to a food processor. - Blend for a minute or 2. The mixture shouldn't be sticky and gooey, but rather doughy (You should be able to roll into balls- if not add more cocoa/whey protein) - Melt the dark chocolate and then set aside to cool. - Whilst waiting for the chocolate to cool down, roll the dough into equal sized balls and pierce a piece of straw through the bottom of each. - Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, using a spoon to make sure that the whole ball is covered. - Place on a baking tray (I always spray the baking tray with some 'Spray and cook' before) and put some sprinkles on top of each brownie pop. - Once all of the brownie pops have been dipped and sprinkled then pop into the fridge for 30 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened ❤️ • Enjoy 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS RECIPES… • RECIPE 1️⃣ • CHRISTMAS TREE CHOCOLATE PROTEIN BROWNIES (gluten free, grain free, unrefined sugar free and dairy free) • This is a recipe you will want the kids in the family to get involved 🥰 • INGREDIENTS: 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 eggs 1/3 cup cocoa 1 1/2 scoops chocolate whey protein- I’m obsessed with @sportrx_sa atm 2/3 cup @canderelsouthafrica xylitol 2 TBS @almondbreezesa unsweetened almond milk 1 TBS organic coconut oil 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp instant coffee 1/2 cup 70 % dark chocolate chips • METHOD: - Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and line a baking tray with tinfoil, shiny side UP. - Add all of the ingredients (except the chocolate chips) to a food processor and blend for 2 minutes. - Fold in the chocolate chips. - Pour the mixture into the prepared tin. - Bake for 30 minutes. Allow to cool properly before cutting. • ***Now in order to make Christmas trees you will need: • -Christmas straws (red or green), cut into 5 cm pieces). -1 small sugar free white chocolate (found at @dischem_foods @dischem_livingfit @dischem_pharmacies ) • -Cut your brownies into triangles. -Push a piece of straw into the bottom of each brownie. -Melt the white chocolate and drizzle over the brownies. • *optional: crush some sugar free candy canes or peppermints and use as 'decorations'. • Enjoy 😘😘😘 • (Side note: Excuse the quality of the picture…We will be remaking these over the weekend and I promise to share pics of those BUT this recipe is as too good not to share NOW 😉)