Luxe Beat Magazine JANUARY 2015 | Page 76

Healthy Recipes from Fitness Guru Denise Austin D enise Austin is a well known fitness specialist who has sold more than 24 million exercise videos and DVDs and authored 12 books on fitness. She also starred in the longest running fitness show in the history of television. Denise has a zest for life, positive outlook, and a can-do attitude that shows through the work she does. A top-selling author and highly sought-after speaker and TV personality, Denise has a great motivational quality that makes you feel like she’s your best friend, cheering you on as you work to become a happier, healthier person. enise is now starting a new fitness program called 10 Weeks, 360 Degrees that helps people lose up to 25 lbs! This workout plan is well rounded and includes all new exercises created by Denise, a meal plan you can cook from at home, inspiring motivational videos, and a way to team up with friends, co-workers, or family. To help get you started, here are some recipes that are healthy and delicious. 2tsp chopped cilantro 2tsp minced red onion black pepper (to taste) tiny pinch salt (optional) tiny pinch grated or minced garlic 2 stalks celery, cut into sticks 1 cup red pepper strips In a small bowl, lightly mash the avocado (but leave it a little chunky). Add the lime juice, cilantro, onion, pepper, salt (if using), and garlic and stir to combine. Denise’s Hit Guacamole 175 Calories Serve with the celery and pepper strips for dunking. ½ ripe avocado 1 squeeze lime juice 76 Denise’s Hit Guacamole