My “Unforgettable Smoothie” was Poppy Montgomery’s favorite while prepping for her new CBS drama, Unforgettable. She had it about 5x per week for 6 weeks while getting in absolutely amazing shape!
Originally called “Cherry, Berry, Cacoa – Kapow “ , I renamed it in honor of the show and because once someone has tried it, that can’t stop thinking about it.
The “Unforgettable Smoothie” is loaded with antioxidants, fiber,high quality protein, and good carbs for energy. What you will appreciate the most is how delicious it is!
Follow the recipe or watch the video, either way, make sure you try the “Unforgettable Smoothie” and then leave me a comment in the section below. I want to know what you think.
Tonight is the premiere of the new CBS drama, Unforgettable, starring my client – the beautiful, Poppy Montgomery. The show centers on a former police detective (Poppy) with a near flawless memory. She remembers everything: dates, conversations, places, everything that is except her sister’s murder which she witnessed years ago.
In this first episode, she is reunited with her ex-boyfriend and partner, NYPD detective, AL Burns (Dylan Walsh), when she consults on a homicide case and is drawn back into solving crimes.
Always sexy, Poppy became even more unforgettable while preparing for her new show.
Here are 5 tips on how you can be Unforgettable.
1. Workout / Be fit
If you want to be unforgettable, start with a good exercise program. There is no question that being lean and fit will get you noticed. I’m not talking about over the top muscularity or super skinny. I’m talking about the kind of physique that shows you care about yourself and keeping yourself healthy for your family. It is definitely a body you have to work for (that’s what we admire), but appears to happen effortlessly. It’s the kind of body that can rock a pair of jeans and a t-shirt like nobody’s business, regardless whether you’re a man or a woman.
It’s a body that makes you look and feel confident because you are. You know you don’t have to hide because you are ready to shine.
Poppy and I call this having our sparkle. Do you have your sparkle?
2. Be confident
This is definitely easier if you’ve taken care of #1. Confident people tend to be unforgettable. You want to listen to them, watch them, do what they do. If you have lost your confidence lately, then definitely dive deeper into your workouts. Set yourself a worthy goal and then achieve it.
The great thing about working on your body, is who you become in the process. Getting in shape, completing a triathlon or a a Tough Mudder will build your confidence. It is also very measurable – you either did it, or you didn’t.
3. Smile
A smile can light up a room or make someones day. A smile, given freely, that is genuine and authentic can make you unforgettable. There have been many times when someones smile made an impression on me, be it from a waiter, sales person, neighbor or celeb.
So smile you like you mean it and be unforgettable.
4. Dare to be Different
When I first met Jennifer Lozez, some 12 or so years ago, it was the time of the waif and heroin chic. Jennifer, with her yet to be famous backside, comes in for her first training session, not in baggie clothes or a shirt tied around her waist, no, not even close. She came in wearing a pair of skin tight white leggings and a belly baring top. The first thing she said to me after “hi, I’m Jennifer” was “I have a big butt, I like my big butt, guys like my big butt and I don’t want to make it smaller”. Alrighty! In my opinion, she went on to revolutionize how we view butts in America. She fully embraced her body, even while making changes and then so did we.
Some of the most unforgettable people have crooked smiles, large noses or gaps in their teeth. They may wear all black, have piercings or shocking white or red hair. Whatever it is, they own their style and their imperfections – and for this, they become unforgettable. What is something different about you, that you can play up or show off?
5. Compliment, Believe in, or Validate another.
Watching the Emmy’s the other night, I noticed many of the heart felt speeches were delivered by actors thanking those that believed in them early on. Clearly these people made a difference in their lives.
I remember the day, 25+ years ago, tthat the Costa Mesa High School track coach, Bill Wettengel, told a shy, gawky 13 year old girl, she could be good in track. That statement, delivered with authority and a warm smile, altered the course of my life (although I didn’t know it at the time) and was the first brick in the wall of this celebrity trainer.
Go ahead, believe in someone, validate someone and you will be unforgettable to them.
Who do you find Unforgettable? Tell me in the comments section below. They deserve a shout out.
Unforgettable premiers tonight, Tuesday, September 20 at 10 PM / 9 PM Central on CBS.
Now that summer’s over and we all have that back to school, back to our routine feeling, this is good time to rethink your exercise program. It’s easy to get stuck doing the same 5 mile loop, going to the same bootcamp class or following the same exercise DVD for months. And while these workouts may have been effective in the beginning, 2 months later, not so much. Longer than that, and you are probably wasting your time.
It’s time to shake things up. Not only is this better for your body and the results you want, but it’s better for your mind. You will feel excited and challenged. You will look forward to your workouts again and you will love feeling and seeing your body respond to the change.
It’s easy to overthink what changes to make so I’m here to make it easy for you.
If you run the same route or jog the same amount of time on the treadmill, consider:
If you spend 5-6 days a week in the weight room, consider:
Switching back to 3 full body strength workouts and adding 1-2 days of yoga. Your best bet will be a vinyasa flow or power yoga class. This is less “om” and more yoga as an athletic event. You will feel better almost immediately, but give yourself at least 5 classes to get the hang of it. Consistent yoga will extend your athletic life.
If you’ve been doing the same DVD or magazine pullout, consider:
A group class experience the power of the pack. This is what I’ve done lately by adding Spinning and an occasional Crossfit class. When you join a group, you get caught up in the collective energy of it. Plus, once class starts, you’re not leaving until it’s over. No checking email or other distractions.
If you need to add some spice to your strength routines, you need a new piece of equipment. My favorites are:
And here’s a video of Jamie Milnes, demonstrating some really awesome exercises for you to add in for a little extra “spice.”
However you are stuck, fall is the season of change. Pick one or two ideas from above and infuse your workouts with energy and fun. The results you get will be a bonus.
Have you recently made a change that made a difference? Be sure to share in the comment section below.
Hey! It’s Labor Day weekend so before you go hit the beach or that barbecue, make some time to get a quick workout in. This way, you can enjoy yourself, indulge (a little) and do it without the guilt!
This is a brand new workout inspired by my I Want My Bikini Body Express program. It’s fast and furious – just like I like it. So you can get in, get out, and have fun this weekend.
