30 Day Clean Eating and Refresh Accounability Group

Living in a small lake community you can feel that summer is in the air pretty much anytime you step out of the house and the trucks and boats coming up the highway Thursday - Sunday is a SURE sign too! But I am sad to say that the traffic is dying down and kids are going back to school.  I am just not ready for this yet!! But change is inevitable and I'm going to roll with it!  CHANGE for anyone is hard. Getting kids back on a bed time routine, getting ourselves ready for after school activities and life at home is exhausting! And unfortunately the first thing to go is our own health, fitness and healthy eating! But this doesn't have to be the case! Why not let our own health, fitness and healthy eating be the ONE thing we can control in a world of chaos? You decide if you get up a half hour early to workout, you control whether that food you put in your mouth is nutritious or just empty calories, you decide if your family eats a healthy dinner or hits the drive thru! Those are the things that NO ONE can tell you when and where to do them. You set the tone for your own household. In fact just last week I talked about making your workouts a priority, set them on the schedule and don't cancel on yourself the same way you wouldn't cancel a meeting on your boss!

When the alarm goes off it's pretty easy to hit the snooze button and drift back off to bed. But then when I finally get up I'm beating myself up for missing my workout. Not only am I now stressed that I have to run around and get things ready but I am not feeling my best. So what did I do? I started putting my alarm clock far away from my bed. I had to get up and walk across the room. The cool air woke me up and sure I could lay back down but I'd just be tossing and turning so whats the point. I'm up and I start the workout! Yes this is still a challenge especially now that my son is climbing out of his crib and potty training. We sometimes are up several times through the night but like I said its that sacrifice I'm willing to make to feel my best through the day. If morning workouts aren't  your thing that's totally fine, I understand everyone's schedule is different but just make a point to schedule that block of time for yourself.  

Have you noticed that when you eat poorly you feel sluggish, full and tired? I know I do and I don't like it. I feel moody, my clothes fit tight and I have no energy to keep up with my son. This is usually the next thing to go right out the window when things get busy. It's so easy to hit up the fast food on the way home or on the way to football practice but how is that fueling your family? I know its fast, easy, maybe you have picky eaters or you don't like shakes, but those are all excuses. I know....I've used many of them. And honestly it was my excuse because I didn't know how to eat healthy and I didn't know where to go to find the answers. So I got a coach, and in no time flat she helped me turn my eating around and my body started to see some amazing changes!! So let me help YOU! I am living proof that you can be super busy and still achieve your health and fitness goals.

In August I kicked off my Healthy Living for the Busy Woman fitness accountability group and it is a hit! They are super engaged and loving their workouts as well as their nutrition and meal plans. But I certainly understand that some women like going to the gym, group exercise or are already in their own routine perhaps with another Beachbody program already.

So for the month of September I've decided to change things up a bit! I am hosting a 30 day accountability group that will kick off with the new 3 Day Refresh. Its a gentle 3 day cleanse where we actually get to eat quite a bit of food while cleansing our bodies for our new lifestyle. After the 3 Day Cleanse we'll learn how to plan out our meals, prepare snacks, make better daily choices, combat emotional eating and learn how to deal with that pesky temptation that seems to be lurking at every corner!

The focus this month is on meals that are under 30 minutes to make, meals you can prep ahead of time and put in the crockpot, snacks that travel well, road tips, and ways to stay on track when you already have no time.

So what are the requirements?

1.  You must be a customer of mine through my Team Beachbody Site.

2.  You must commit to 30 days of Shakeology starting with the 3 Day refresh.  

This comes in a nice little package with free shipping and a discounted price.  You aren't locked into anything at all and you can decide whether you want to make Shakeology a part of your routine after the 30 days or continue with just the new habits you have learned.  Shakeology truly was something I was very skeptical about at first but once I started drinking it for lunch each day it has kept my cravings for sweets in check, it gives me natural energy to get through my busy day and it gives me convenience when I need to be portable and on the go!  I know exactly what clean eating is and I can certainly maintain my results without shakeology but honestly its the convenience and 1 less meal I have to think about.  It's just a part of my healthy routine and I know my body is getting what it needs in the most natural state. 

3.  You must be willing to participate daily in our closed online support group. Each day you will get a tip, trick, recipe or suggestion from me and at the end of each day you log in and report your day.  You say on a scale of 1 to 5 how your food was, how your exercise went, did you drink your shakeology and any questions or comments.  This way we keep each other on track and I know how to support you better in your 30 days with me!

I have found that having this type of support and accountability was the missing piece for me. Without others to keep me motivated there were days when it was easy to just slack off! Knowing I have a community of support keeps me going, focused and determined not to let people down.

So, if you are a busy woman, struggling to juggle all your life responsibilities with ease then this is great for you!  I am inviting you to complete the application below to be considered for a spot in this group!

How to Work Your Dream Job Anywhere

This week was one that had a few hiccups, but I was totally fine with that. It allowed me an opportunity to unplug for a bit and really think about how my life has changed over the course of the past two years. To really think about my transformation with TurboFire, T25, 21 Day Fix and Shakeology. At that time I was the average 8-5 employee doing what I thought I HAD to do. The thought had NEVER crossed my mind that I would be sitting here two short years later as an Entrepreneur running my own business out of my home.  I have always just been a mom, or a working woman, or an average girl.  I didn't know how to dream bigger. I honestly was looking for a way out of my misery. I wanted to lose weight and was looking for transformation stories for motivation and I just stumbled into Beachbody much the same way that you stumbled onto my blog and are reading this article. Maybe you were just looking for a clean eating recipe above or maybe you were truly looking for a way to improve your circumstances. Either way I'm so glad you're here!

This week was one that had lots of little hiccups that kind of threw my work schedule off a bit, but in a good way. I had to make some adjustments and had a little more down time to log off and think about my life and my transformation with TurboFire, T25, 21 Day Fix and Shakeology over the past 2 years. When I go back to that time I NEVER would have thought in a million years that today I would be an entrepreneur. I have always just been a mom, or a working woman, or an average run of the mill girl. I thought the "normal" 8-5 office job was going to be "IT" for me.  I never knew how to dream big, how to remove the limits set on me by society or even fathom owning my own business.  I honestly just stumbled into Beachbody much the same way that you stumbled onto my blog and are reading this article. I was searching workout results and one page after another I landed on one that changed my life. Much the same way that you may have come across my page!You are here right now reading this post for a very specific reason. Maybe you want more for your life, maybe you just want to know what Beachbody is all about. Maybe you were searching a clean eating recipe above and happened to click on this. What ever the reason, I'm glad you're here!

When I joined the Dream Team 2 years ago, it was a very new team. I had NO idea the places we would go. In fact considering that in just 2 short years we would be the #1 team was NO WHERE on my radar!

I have committed my 2014 year to being the best leader that I can be. I have learned from the best leaders and mentors in the business.They have graciously shared every tip, trick and detail of their journey in a way that is so easy to duplicate I can do the same with new coaches who join my team! I have a coach site that offers 24/7 access to documents, resources, trainings, scripts, videos and more.  Seriously everything that you need as a new coach to get started is right at your fingertips.  Then as you move into a leadership role within your business there is leadership development, building a 6 figure income as a coach and more.  As a successful leader I strive to continually improve the system that we have created!  I love to collaborate with other leaders on the team to offer a variety of strategies, ideas and directions you can take with your business.  The best thing about this business is that there is no "RIGHT" way to do things. We are not all cut from the same mold and that's AWESOME!! We all bring something special and unique to the table.

The one thing that I have learned in this business is that the ones with endless hours to build a business are not always the most successful. The most successful coaches are the ones that have a jam packed schedule, possibly work full time already, maybe have kids, but are busy and dedicated and driven!  I have found that this business is not a one size fits all, it's a customizable business to meet your life! I can tell you when I started this business I was a full time working mom with an infant in daycare, a commute and long work weeks. If I could do it anyone can do it!

You can be a fitness instructor, a mom, a clean eater, a blogger, a social media expert, a teacher, a nurse, a lawyer, doctor or business man or woman. The bottom line is that no matter your education or credentials you have to have some WILL and WHY power in order to succeed!  You have to be able to see the bigger picture, to be willing to put in the time now so that you can build your future! 

Beachbody for me is my dream come true!  I am able to stay home with my son and raise him. I am able to work everyday when I want and for however long I want and set my own hours around his schedule.  I know that by putting in the hard work now I will be rewarded for the next 20+ years!!!!   And the best part about it is that I'm not confined to my house the way I was in my office. I make this work for ME! If I'm on a long drive I can take coach calls in the car. If I'm waiting for an appointment I can respond to emails and talk to new people. It allows me to travel with my husband and my family at the drop of a hat without having to ask my boss for a day off or wonder if I've earned enough vacation hours.

How would your life change if you could grow a business like that? What would your days would look like? For me, I can say that I'm in the best shape of my life. I can say that this is something my husband and I can do together, we brainstorm, share ideas and grow a future for OUR family. By doing this I feel that we are stronger than we have ever been before. Especially when the yucky issue of money or finances was a regular argument.

Just a few of the ways we have been blessed by Beachbody...
A free cruise to Grand Cayman and Cozumel
A free trip to Cancun
A newly landscaped back yard with beautiful patio furniture so that we can enjoy watching our children grow up
A chance to pay off credit cards and live 100% debt free
A way to have Christmas paid for in cash and not one single thing on credit cards

But this business isn't just about making it big. Sure the recognition is nice, having nice things is GREAT but at the end of the day this business affords you the flexibility to define how you want to spend your 24 hours a day 7 days a week and 365 days of the year! Maybe it will help pay an extra bill, stretch the groceries or allow you to take your family to the amusement park! The possibilities are endless, so allow yourself to dream big and ask yourself what are you willing to invest in order to achieve your future dreams!

If you have already made your decision and you do want to become a coach and you would like to be on my team then please apply by filling out the application below to be accepted into my coach apprenticeship program starting on September 1st.

I am limiting the number of coaches accepted so make sure that you don't delay on getting an application in.  I am going to teach you how to build a mobile business that fits your style, you will have access to an online group for daily support, weekly group calls, and 1:1 mentoring.

I can't wait to have you as part of the #1 team in the organization. I am truly dedicated to your success!
Hope to see you soon!

5 Fitness Tips for Busy Moms

We all know how important exercise and a healthy diet are but what do you do when you have to take the kids to school, after school activities, sports, church, PTA, Date Night and a million other things? You typically put yourself on the back burner, skip the workouts and hit the drive thru. And now that school is back in session it just seems like everything just got crazier! I know first hand how eating healthy and getting daily exercise makes your life just seem to run smoother, why? Because I've been there as a full time working mom and I'm still that busy mom now, I just work from home, but I make it a priority. So today I want to share with you a few ways I make time for my healthy lifestyle in this chaotic life we live!

1. Schedule a Meeting with Yourself. Just as if you had scheduled a meeting with your boss and DON'T cancel. You would never imagine canceling on your boss right?!?! But really take a look at your day. Don't schedule this meeting at 2:30 in the afternoon when you have to get your kids at 3pm. You deserve this time for you. So maybe it means getting up a half hour before everyone else or skipping the 10 o'clock news and doing it after everyone has gone to bed. Do what works for you and don't be afraid to ask for some help from a spouse. Maybe they can get the kids up and ready for school or they can do bath and story time.

2. Get an Accountability Partner. I know first hand if no one is watching it is very easy to skip the gym or not push play on your DVD and sleep in instead. But dreaming about results wont DELIVER results! So get a friend who will text you till you're up or come over and do the DVD with you. Its more fun with a buddy and you'll both be happier with the results!

Join an accountability group! I run these online each and every month. We are a great community of women all across the country coming together in an online group to keep each other accountable, motivated and reaching results!! If you'd like more info on these please shoot me a message.

3. Plan and Prep. This may even be my number one tip but we'll just roll with it. I can't express HOW IMPORTANT these two things are. In order to get anywhere in life we need a plan. You cant get in the car to go somewhere if you dont have directions right? So why would your health and fitness be any different? Sure you can wing it...throw together some egg whites for breakfast, grab a salad at the deli for lunch and hope to find some healthy left overs in the fridge for dinner but why would you leave all that to chance?

Taking some time out of your day on Sunday (or whatever day works for you) to sit down with a cup of tea and plan your meals and workouts for the week is absolutely setting yourself up for success! This gives you a no excuse action plan to tackle the week head on and set yourself up for success! Hit the grocery store with a well thought out shopping list, come right home, wash and chop your food. Cook and prepare as much of the weeks meals as you can and you'll not only save yourself a ton of time through the week but think of how you wont have to be washing dishes all week too!!

I literally take out a sheet of paper and start plugging in meals. I know I have my shakeology everyday for breakfast or lunch so that always goes first. Then I move to snacks and dinners. I keep things simple and always family friendly as I am not a restaurant (as my mom used to say). I cook one meal and we all eat together :)

4. Play with your kids! As moms we often find ourselves sending kids off to play so we can tackle the laundry or maybe catch 5 minutes of quiet time but why not get out there and have fun too? Take the kids for a nature hike and collect leaves and cool looking rocks. Play a game of hopscotch or leap frog. Heading to the park? Try some of these playground workouts and make it a friendly competition with the kids to see who can do more!! Everyone will have a blast and you'll be getting in a nice little workout too!

5. Exercise while getting ready. We spend a lot of time standing around waiting. Waiting for our breakfast to heat up, waiting for the shower to get warm, waiting for our kids to get dressed. So why not make the most of that time. Sneak in some counter pushups while your oatmeal heats. Plank until the shower starts steaming and lunge till the kids tie their shoes. It might now seem like much but I promise consistency will pay off and you'll start to notice some nice tone and definition in no time!

For more great tips like these on how to stay healthy and fit for the busy woman shoot me a friend request on Facebook or fill out the application below if you're interested in joining our next accountability group!

Healthy Living for the Busy Woman

 Fall is right around the corner and you know what that means.  Life is about to get super busy.  The kids are going back to school and life as we know it right now will erupt into chaos! After school activities will take up a huge amount of our nights as will homework!  The running never ends between school, fall sports, dance classes, its crazy!  Unfortunately, what ends up happening is our health and fitness takes a backseat.  We are a little more tired, start making excuses for our workouts and instead of planning ahead our meals we start ordering out, getting pizza delivered or hitting the drive-thru!

Well, not this time!! I'm going to help you stay healthy and set you up for success!  What is the biggest excuse for not working out????  TIME!!! Right, you don't have enough time! Well, it just so happens that Beachbody has at least 4 different programs that are 30 minutes or less and you can workout in your living room! No more packing up the kids and heading to the gym. Heck you can even work out in your PJs...I do!!

The last thing you want to do when you get home is try to figure out what to feed your family, let alone try to think of something healthy that everyone will like. So let me take the guess work out of it!! I have meal plans and recipes that are simple, budget friendly, kid tested and hubby approved!! Even those picky eaters!!.  My job as your coach will be to see you through to the very end of your program.  I believe in you and want you to succeed.

Honestly, I know how hard it is. I am a busy mom too. I used to work 40+ hours, long commute times and little energy. I want to share the tips and tricks that I've discovered to make my like a million times easier!!     Moms never get a sick day do we?  So taking 25 minutes a day for you is the best medicine around.

We kick off August 18th!  Get yourself into a routine right before Labor Day!  Message me questions or submit the form below to reserve your spot!