Oh man!! I can NOT tell you how excited I am for this program!! Shaun T is THE man who got me to the best shape of my life with T25 and BOY have I missed working out to his programs!! But the wait is OVER!! ShaunWeek is heeeerrreee!!! What's shark week....I mean Shaun Week??? Shaun Week is a 7-day intensive full body boot camp developed by Shaun T to motivate you to focus like you've never focused before. And dig deeper than you ever thought possible. Exclusively through Team Beachbody On Demand you will get 7 workouts that are Insanity and Focus T25-inspired, incorporating cardio, intense strength conditioning, abs/core, and lots and lots of sweat!!! But don't worry!! Every program has a modifier so this boot camp is great for every fitness level!!
The Workouts
Insane Basics: Go Slow, form over speed, work through it.
Pure Cardio Part 2: It is going to be amazing! You don’t go to the floor at all.
Insane Weights: This workout is hitting the weights in an Insanity format.
25 Abs: 25 minutes of abs that is so ridiculously amazing your abs will be arriving just in time for summer!
BrickSanity: Asylum strength and T25 mixture and a lot of insane craziness!
Speed 4.0: Speed workout similar to what you did in T25 Speed 1.0 and 2.0
Dig Deep is how you end the week with a bang! This is BANANA’s YO!!!! This sounds like Friday Fight From Max 30.
And don't worry.....we have a plan for after the 7 days!! Shaun T's not gonna leave us hanging!!
What is the start date?
We kick off on June 12th and a new program is launched each day on Beachbody On Demand. There's no peaking ahead!! Each workout is posted live that morning. It is perfect timing because I am coming back from a long weekend of camping and we can do it together through my support and accountability group!! Lifting each other up and encouraging one another along the way!
How do I get into your group?
Easy!!
First you need to head over and make me your coach as long as you're not already working with a Beachbody coach at this time. And we'll get you set up with Beachbody On Demand!
Next...
*Complete your application below to get the details on how to join
* Click GOING on the Face Book EVENT
*You must be willing to participate daily for the entire week to get those amazing results you're looking for
*Remember this is for my clients only who are not currently working with a coach at this time!
Ruben kicked off his Insanity Max 30 journey last week. And although I can't join him right now due to being 27 weeks pregnant, it is DEFINITELY a program I see my self doing in the future!! From the workouts I watched him do last week I can tell that the program is tough. It's gong to push you to your limits, I mean thats the point right?!?!? BUT what I was really glad to see is that not only is there a modifier, there is a track so that you can watch just the modifier! So really its great for people at ALL levels of fitness as each person pushes to their own individual "max". I witnessed Ruben push himself and reach all new levels of calorie burn on his heart rate monitor that I've NEVER seen him do in such a short amount of time. I mean 600+ calories in 30 minutes....Ok I was TOTALLY jealous!! And that crazy burn brings me to my next point...nutrition!!
So Ruben has definitely come a long way in his nutrition over the last two + years but sometimes we all fall victim to bad habits and old ways. I mean we are all human right?? But I have personally seen him buckle down and get amazing results several times before and I'm CONFIDENT he will be able to do this again, no problem!! Shakeology is not a problem, breakfast every morning on the way to work. I think he even whips his up faster than I do these days!! And the Insanity Max 30 program comes with an AWESOME meal planning guide! And lucky for Ruben the guide not only includes portion sizes but it's also broken down in the 21 Day Fix format (um...HELLO, thats totally my PASSION) so creating his meal plans is not only going to be totally easy for both of us but we can both eat the same thing and not have to be eating separate meals all week!! Check back weekly for Ruben's progress updates and weekly meal plans. We will account for the holidays and a little splurging but they will definitely be thought out and not just mindless eating and drinking!! If you'd like more info on Insanity Max 30, other Beachbody programs or Shakeology please shoot me a message, I'd love to chat!! And for more frequent updates on Ruben's progress and how we are staying accountable through the holiday season follow me on Facebook!!
For those of you who follow my blog, Facebook or know me personally you may already know much of this story. But for those who are reading it for the first time, I want to share a little bit about my journey with Beachbody from challenger to Diamond coach in just over a years time. Make sure you read to the end, you WILL be writing a story like this of your own and I can't wait to start the journey with you!
In January of 2012 I tipped the scales at 196 pounds. I had a 6 month old baby and LOTS of baby weight to get rid of. I felt sad, depressed and had no energy. I cried to my husband and told him that I was not comfortable in my own skin. I avoided social gatherings, hid in the back of pictures and felt completely lost. So I gathered up some friends and family members and started my own Biggest Loser challenge on Facebook. I created a private group where we could report our weight, share tips and healthy dinner ideas.I also started posting motivational pictures and quotes to keep myself motivated on my own personal FB wall. I lost about 20 pounds and felt like I was on my way! But at this point I didn't know what else to do, I was at a plateau and wanted to push past it. So I started surfing YouTube and came across a program called Turbo Fire. I saw other women getting AMAZING results and I didn't care what they did I WANTED IT!!!
So I bought it and found my coach. I was pumped and ready to start, but she said I had to get this stuff called Shakeology. I have never been a "shake person" and thought that it was just the same as all the other weight loss in a can crap out there on the market. So I kindly declined and did my Turbo Fire on my own. Two months had past and I had lost about 6 pounds...this was NOT the results that I wanted. I reached back out and asked her to tell me about Shakeology. I needed help and I didn't want to waste any more time. Here is what I learned...Shakeology is NOT just a protein shake! Yes it has protein in it, but it is a nutrient dense meal replacement shake with the vitamins and nutrition equivalent to 6 salads. (This was also WAY more than I was getting in my multi-vitamin!) I was very skeptical when I was told that Shakeology would help with digestion and regularity (a problem I had that I know MANY of us suffer from), curb cravings, boost energy naturally and help lose weight. How could a chocolate shake, that taste like a diner milkshake do all that AND be good for me? I kid you not that it DELIVERED. And the benefits didnt stop there. I had energy to get up and get my morning workouts done, I had less bloating in my stomach, I was losing weight as a result and since my body was getting all the nutrients and vitamins it needed I wasnt having cravings for junk. All cravings are is a way for our body to tell us that it's lacking something so we go seeking to satisfy it with junk or comfort food. My hair and nails were also strong and growing faster than ever! Deciding to drink Shakeology daily was the BEST decision I've made and all I can say is I wish I listened to my coach two months earlier. The combination of my workout, Shakeology and the support, community and accountability of my challenge group is what made all the pieces of the puzzle come together. Sure I could have hit the gym and ate "healthy" but I didnt know what to eat and how to workout. This challenge group gave me the tools, the nutrition, a day to day schedule for my workouts, it was a piece of cake! Although I am still a work in progress I have come a long way and proud of my efforts.
It was at this same time when I started drinking Shakeology that my coach approached me and asked what I thought about becoming a coach myself. Honestly I was flattered but I knew NOTHING about coaching. She was so professional and knowledgeable about health, fitness, clean eating and Beachbody and I was JUST starting my journey. She also told me that I could be a "preferred customer" if I wanted to and get 25% of of my Shakeology and any other products I purchased (HECK YAY, Coupon Queen over here!!) and I would also be able to join her challenge group as a challenger but at the same time learn how to coach others. I did this for 90 days as I went through my own personal transformation and ended 2012 down 42 pounds. I was PUMPED, I was no longer hiding in the back of pictures, I was LOVING my new, cute clothes and I was full of energy, which was really helpful with a one and a half year old! I knew if I could do this working a full time job with an infant that anyone could do it!
I met with my coach, joined her 60 day apprenticeship program where I learned everything she knew and did to get her to where she is today. I was given tools, documents, support, motivation and guidance to grow my own team. And then I told her that I was ready to do it on my own. I hit the ground running and have not looked back. I have successfully ran 1-2 challenge groups every month for the past 16 months, I am currently a Success Club 10 All Star, I have 25 personally sponsored coaches and a total of 40 coaches on my team! I ranked in the top 25 out of thousands of teams on the Beachbody Cup Challenge and I will be taking an all expense paid trip with my hubby in March as a reward for my efforts. It it not my intention in any way to brag or show off, I just hope to show you that ANYTHING is possible when you set your mind to it!! So here's where my story ends and YOURS begins!!
I had an amazing year but I only have BIGGER and BOLDER dreams for 2014 and I want YOU to be a part of them!! I want you to live the life of your dreams, set your own hours, help you help others, help you spend more time with your children and family and help you to financial freedom! Whether you are a stay at home mom or a busy working professional, if you have a passion for health and fitness or if you enjoy helping others I'd love to chat about joining my team. As I said above if you only join to get a discount on your products while you go through your own transformation that's awesome! And if you want to actively grow your own business, fill out the application below! Challenge group and Coach Apprenticeship groups start Monday January 6th!!
I did it!! I finished the Hip Hop Abs 6 Day Slim Down and I feel great! This program has been a nice change from my more intense workouts like T25, TurboFire and Insanity but still provided me a great sweat session and great results!!
I walked out to the garage this morning with butterflies in my tummy. I had worked so hard to stay on the plan, working out every day and following the meal plan to a T. I did allow for one cheat meal, but even then I found myself being much more aware of what I was eating and starting asking myself did I REALLY want that or did it just look good at that moment. Was it going to be worth the possibility of feeling sluggish and bloated, was it going to be worth it to see the scale go up and my hard work go out the window? Nope!!
So I am officially down 2.8 pounds!! I have not seen 151 on the scale in
quite some time. But mark my words it's only going DOWN from here. I am
100% committed to continuing this journey and continuing to get results
no matter what life throws at me. We can't just "check out" when the
going gets tough. That's the time to rise and SHINE!! I do want to throw
out this disclaimer...I am not a slave to the scale, I used to be, but I
now know that progress is shown in many more areas than just the scale.
Such as inches lost and clothes fitting looser. I typically weigh in
once a week or every two weeks to make sure I'm on track, otherwise I go
a little coo-coo looking every day.
Today's workout was Fat Burning Cardio.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, Shaun T's got jokes!! I'm
not sure if I got a better ab workout from the routine or from laughing
at his silly ways and comments. I love that guy!!
Such a big part of weight loss comes from the food we eat. Sure we need to work out to burn calories and grow our muscles, but if you finish your workout and head to the drive through or happy hour and order a serving of loaded cheese fries, it doesnt really matter that you just burned 300 calories. In fact you may even be packing MORE calories back on than you just worked an hour to get off. I encourage each and every one of you reading this today to really take a look at how you are fueling your body. Are you living to eat or eating to live? I used to live to eat...I had no idea that a 100 calorie pack of cookies wasnt good for me. I thought "ok 100 calories, great I still have 1100 left for the day" but what I didnt know was that those 100 pack cookies were going to set me up for failure. They dont NOURISH my body, there is no nutritional value to them. So I'm left feeling hungry almost immediately after. Not to mention there are like 7 tiny little things in there anyways. I've now learned that its not about the calorie restriction its about eating WHOLE FOODS to provide my body with nutrition and make me feel fuller longer. Now a snack looks something like an apple and a cheese stick. Sure its closer to 200 calories but by pairing a carb (apple) and a protein (cheese stick) my body can feel fuller longer and I wont keep grabbing for junk that I think I need.
And that's what I really loved about this meal plan. The 6 Day Slim Down provided meals and snacks that were well rounded and kept me satisfied until the next meal. Breakfast- Mocha Madness 1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology 1 Tbsp instant coffee 1 cup hot water Ice (to cool coffee) 1/2 cup almond milk
Mix instant coffee with hot water, then cool with ice. Blend cooled coffee with milk in blender and enjoy!
AM Snack - Go Nuts 15-20 raw almonds or walnuts
Lunch - Chef's Salad
1 cup romaine lettuce
1/2 cup chopped cucumber 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper 1 Tbsp balsamic vinaigrette 1 Hard Boiled egg sliced
2 oz sliced lean deli meat (roast beef, turkey, etc)
Toss ingredients together and dig in!
PM Snack - Turkey and Swiss Roll Ups 5 oz roasted deli turkey breast 1 oz low-fat Swiss cheese slices 1 Tbsp mustard (yellow, whole grain, Dijon)
Layer and roll together, Enjoy!
Dinner - Chicken Dijon 4 oz chicken breast 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 mist cooking spray
2 cups chopped broccoli
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Preheat oven to 375. Lightly mist a large piece of aluminum foil with cooking spray, place chicken in the center, brush with Dijon and wrap tightly into a pouch. Cook for 20 minutes or until cooked through. Steam broccoli and serve with chicken.
So all in all I'm very glad that I did this 6 Day Sim Down. I was
able to experience a GREAT program with Hip Hop Abs and I cant speak
highly enough about the way that Beachbody has combined this great
workout with awesome recipes
If you are ready to jump on board and get started with clean eating and your own weight loss journey I would like to personally invite you to my 30 day Clean Eating and Shakeology challenge group starting next Monday, September 30th. We will be discussing the clean eating principles, what to eat, when to eat, and how much to eat. We will incorporate Shakeology as 1 meal each day (whatever meal you choose). Exercise
is optional, but is encouraged. The only requirements are that I am
your official Beachbody Coach and that you commit to completing the 30
days with Shakeology.And as an ADDED BONUS for those who are reading this blog post I will have an upgrade option where you can get your very own copy of Hip Hop Abs PLUS Rockin Body for FREEwhen you sign up. Add me on Facebook and shoot me a message that you are interested in the Shakeology/Clean Eating group and I'll send you the exclusive link for your upgrade!!
Soooo remember yesterday when I told you that I was up a pound, but that I totally wasn't worried??? Well that's because I wasn't and because I KNEW it was working. I didn't throw in the towel, I didn't say "forget this, I'm up a pound let's go eat Oreos". I did my workout, I ate according to the plan, I drank lots of water annnnndddd.....I lost weight!! I am officially down 2 pounds now!! You have to believe me when I say have faith in the process...have faith that Beachbody knows what they're doing when they design these programs and give it 100% effort. You WILL get results!! And I'm eating a LOT of food. There is no starvation and all of the workouts are 45 minutes or less!
Today's workout is Total Body Burn again. I really loved this one because it incorporated weights (my favorite) and it had me sweating in the first 15 minutes. But the best part is that you're dancing!! There's nothing about this program that feels like a "workout". Check out myvideo from Wednesday to see a few of the moves.
Today I do notice that I was hungrier than normal but that's a good sign. It means that my metabolism is reving up and working faster! I'm really liking the meal plan still. Simple, everyday foods that most of us already have in our house, with easy to prepare recipes. This busy mama doesn't have time for long workouts or super intense dinners that require lots of preparation. Breakfast - Chocolate Delight 1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology 1 cup water, coconut water or almond milk Ice & blend
AM Snack - Turkey Roll Up 5 oz roasted deli turkey breast 1 oz low-fat Swiss cheese slices 1 Tbsp mustard (yellow, whole grain or Dijon)
Layer and roll together, then munch away! Lunch - Rockin Salad 1 cup romaine lettuce 1/4 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1/4 cup corn 1 tbsp sliced olives 1/4 cucumber sliced 2 tbsp chopped sweet onion 1-2 Tbsp balsamic vinaigrette 4oz sliced lean meat of your choice Toss the ingredients together and dig in! PM Snack - Go Nuts 15-20 raw almonds or walnut halves
Dinner - Steak-Veg Throwdown 4 oz lean beef steak (hanger, skirt or sirloin) 1 tbsp chopped fresh garlic 2 tbsp vinegar 1 tbsp olive oil Cooking spray 1 cup asparagus pieces 1/2 cup carrots Salt and pepper (to taste) Preheat grill or grill pan. Place steak in a plastic storage bag, add garlic, vinegar, and oil and marinate. Lightly mist trill surface with cooking spray and cook steak approximately 5 minutes per side or to desired doneness. Steam asparagus and carrots and serve with steak.
I'm getting excited that I'm on the home stretch of this plan. Two more days and feeling great! Do you feel like you need something to get you back on track? Give you a little boost before you take it to the next level in your life? I'd love to chat and see how I can help you. Find me on Facebook.
When you decide to take control of your health, start eating healthy, start
getting active, reducing stress in your life and finding something
to believe in you will want to make sure every bit of your hard-earned
time and money make a dent in your goals right? ABSOLUTELY!! You've made up your mind, set your sights high and there's no turning back now!! So how are you going to do that? What's going to make this time different from the last time you were ready to "make a change"? Well let me tell you! THIS time you're going to have a plan, you're going to invest in your future and you're going to set yourself up for success!!
Let's start with eating healthy...
We live in a society that is BOMBARDED with food. There's a Starbucks on every corner, fast food next to every school, playground and library, billboards flashing the newest $6 Burger from Carl's Jr. It's EVERYWHERE!! These businesses are strategically placed as they know in our fast-paced society we need to grab a quick meal and run to the next activity. They even have us believing that if it's "grilled chicken" it MUST be healthy! WRONG...it may be a healthier option than say a Big Mac but it's loaded with sodium, carbs and not much nutritional value at all!! And literally, at what cost, are we willing to keep doing this to ourselves? Starbucks coffee ranges from $4-$7+, Fast food value meals are $6+, heck even a chicken salad is $5. But it's QUALITY that is lacking in these foods. You are NOT investing in your health when you visit these chains I promise you that! So what can you do about it?
There are several things you can do about it! The first thing is to PLAN YOUR MEALS. I can't stress this enough!!! If you fail to plan, then you plan to fail. It's as simple as that! You've decided to invest in your health and that will require a little foot work on your part. No I'm not talking working out...that's coming next. I'm talking about a little thought, planning and preparation!!
You need to set aside some time for yourself on Sunday morning (or whichever day works best for you) and think about the week ahead of you and do some meal planning. Do you have after school sports? Book club? Boy Scouts? Date night? Now take out your blank meal planning template and jot them down. Next plan which meal you will be replacing with Shakeology so you KNOW you're getting the healthiest meal of the day and you don't even have to think about it. Jot that down and list any ingredients you'll be adding to your shake. Next plan the rest of the meals and snacks. If you know your family gets bored easily with left overs try a new dish or two each week, but don't overwhelm yourself. This new chapter in your life is supposed to be reducing stress too!! Rotate in some family favorites with some new recipes and remember left-overs make great lunches the next day!
Now that you've got your meals planned out, create a shopping list and hit the store! Another great way to invest in your health is to STICK TO YOUR LIST!! Don't get distracted by the bakery section or the ice cream freezer. Just get in and get out...you'll be saving money and saving your waist line! Once you're home I highly suggest washing, chopping and bagging all of your produce. You can bag everything individually so that on those days that you have a million errands to run or lots of after school activities you know you have your cooler packed with healthy eats in the car so you dont have to swing by any drive thru.
How about we throw in some exercise???
You don't have to be the next Iron-Man contestant to start exercising. If you belong to a gym, run around the neighborhood, workout to home DVDs or pull out articles from your favorite fitness magazine, JUST GET MOVING!! I think it's a false belief that so many people have that just because you get older you have to get fat or gain weight...That's so FALSE!! Adults tend to gain weight due to lack of physical activity. They're no longer participating in high school or college sports, not running around after their little ones, hitting too many drive thru's and becoming A-1 couch potatoes!! But that stops today!! So what can you do about it?
There are several things you can do about it!
First let's start with the workout gear. We all like to look good no matter what we're doing. So head out and get some new workout gear if you don't have any or yours needs a makeover. It doesn't have to be super expensive, Ross, Old Navy, Forever 21 and Target have some really cute workout clothes and shoes!!
Next you need to pick a workout that you enjoy. Don't worry if it's something different than what your friend or neighbor is doing, do what YOU enjoy!! I promise the more you do something YOU enjoy the more likely you will be to stick to it. If you're not sure where to start you can search Pinterest or Google for some great at home workout tips like this... Pick a few each day and slowly start to add a few more as time goes on and you feel stronger!! Or maybe you prefer a workout DVD you can do in the privacy of your own home like P90X,TurboFire, or Insanity. The best thing about these is that you can do them at whatever time works best for you! You dont have to try to get to the gym on time or wake up super early. The more you make it work for you the more you will stick to it!!
My third tip for investing in your health is to PAY YOURSELF!! Yup, that's right!! EVERY time you do a workout give yourself a tip!! But before you start think about a BIG goal that you want to use that money for. Is it a summer vacation? New workouts clothes? A new outfit? Whatever it is find a picture and print it out. Hang it on the wall over your Tip Jar and let that DRIVE you to workout each day!! When you are thinking about hitting the snooze button REMEMBER that goal you're working so hard towards and go after it!!
My final tip for you is to join one of my 21 day or 60 day accountability groups! They are an excellent option for support, motivation, and accountability! Not only will you learn the tips I discussed here but we will go over in more detail tips on how to eat clean, stay healthy and lose weight through the summer and how to boost your nutrition for optimum weight loss!!
If you are considering joining one of my Challenge groups and getting my
1:1 support with Clean Eating, working out and achieving your health and
fitness goals? Then, contact me about my next challenge group!
My focus is going to be the next 60
days getting you through the summer, helping you lose weight and keep it
off for the rest of your life. Then, really helping you get through
vacations, picnics, weekend road trips, emotional eating, temptation and
more! My goal is to arm you with the tools to find your will power and
be strong!
To be considered for my next group please fill out this application below
I'm sure you've seen the Insanity infomercials on TV and seen the before and after pictures in the magazines and may be skeptical about the results. You find yourself asking "are these real?" or saying "I'm sure these after pictures are airbrushed or photo shopped" But I'm coming you today with some very real results from my challenger Chuck. He has lost a whopping 42 pounds and 15, yes FIFTEEN inches off of his waist!! Let's rewind a minute to give you a bit of his history in his own words...
"I am a 58 year old male, father of 5 age
range 35 -24 have 3 grandchildren, I have found that I was totally out
of shape. At age 17 I went into the Army and was with the 101st
Airborne in Viet Nam, then Joined the Navy at age 21, and was sent back
to Viet Nam on river boats , where I earned the Nick name riverrat. fast
forward 36 years and I have found that I have high blood pressure, High
HDL and other issues, in 2007 I had a wake up call with a stroke, I was at 235 lbs . my Dr. said I needed to lose weight. he put me on 3 BP
meds, 2 others for the HDL ,
and said i needed to change my diet,
So a life change
started then. lasted a couple months , I said you know I don't like
rabbit food. 2012 I changed DR. this one was a retired Army DR fresh
from the Iraq war , I respected him better because I had given the
Military 26 years of my life. He explained things this way.
1.Do you have Grandkids, yes I said at that time I had one.
2.
do you want to see her grow up. yes . he said then you need to do
theses changes if not for your self , do it for her and your family.He stated if I did not start a real life change now I might not make it to age 60,
3.
to get my attention even more he pulled a fast one my main mode of
transportation from March to November was my 2010 1700 CC Bike.
Ok you got me attention, now what do I do?
Get down to 150 from 235 and get your bp from 185/80 to a normal
range this journey started May 11, 2012
I started with the 17day diet , for a month lost 4 lbs. I was starving all the time.
Then
my boss at work had lost 100 lbs over a year , I asked him how, it was
the Ideal Protien diet, I had to buy their food which came in powder
form.I did this. They said no exercise what so ever, no
fruit, no carbs and this cost $120.00 per week for powder food. I did
lose weight then, I had to start traveling for my job 3 days a week this
was hard to do I had dropped 55 lbs at this time, but with hotel food , I had started gaining back. I was sitting in my hotel room and saw the
Insanity commerucal at 2 am after about 4 months of watching my weight
go back up and still not eating carbs, no breads, or sodas I would see
the Insanity on TV and said you know thats what I need to do."
And that's just what Chuck did. He called in and ordered Insanity! Our paths crossed when I received Chuck as a customer lead and he was looking for a support system and challenge group to participate in. I could see from the start his passion and enthusiasm for this new journey in his life!! In our challenge groups I post daily assignments such as "how much water do you really need" and we share our meal plans and recipes and Chuck really embraced these assignments and was able to use them not only in his own life but also when cooking for his family and sharing his weight loss story with co-workers on the job!
Added 4 new holes to his belt!! Down 8" in one month!
He works full time at a prison in Oregonsometimes working 16 hour days! One might ask "when do you have time to workout"? I even wondered the same thing but the difference between Chuck and so many others is that he simply MAKES time. It's not an option. He begins each morning with a 3am Insaity workout then heads off to work. In the first month alone Chuck lost 8" off of his waist!! And if this schedule isn't INSANE enough...Chuck started adding in P90X every evening when he got home....TWO workouts a day, this guy is on fire!!
It was at this time that Chuck decided to add in Shakeology to his daily meal plan, fully embraced clean eating and make sure he was able to follow this plan even while traveling weekly for work and staying in a hotel. This portable blender is a lifesaver when faced with the hotel food options and Chuck used his laptop to do his Insanity workouts in his room while on the road. In addition to working a full time job, committing to a full workout plan, attending church weekly, and spending time with his family he also has a farm and garden that he and his wife grow organic fruits and vegetables and raise their own organic chickens! No more powdered food for this guy!! Nothing but fresh, whole fruits and vegetables to fuel him properly for his workouts and proper health.
Mother's Day Grilled Shrimp (challenge group recipe) and Salad from his garden
After completing his first round of Insanity and drinking Shakeology Chuck can proudly say that he has lost 42 pounds and 15 inches off of his waist. He has also brought his BMI from 38.5 to 30.6!! These are some pretty amazing results and I am so happy for him!! But his story doesn't end there!! He is officially starting on round 2 of Insanity today!! I am very excited to see where this journey takes him and so happy for the changes that he is making in his life. I have no doubt in my mind that the granddaughter that he was talking about earlier will be dancing with him on her wedding day!! Keep up the great work Chuck, we're so proud of you!
It is the last couple days of May and Summer is OFFICIALLY going to kick off this weekend! It's time for the back yard BBQ's, trips to the beach, lazy days on the lake, but are you ready? Are you still hiding in your sweats because you're afraid that it's too late to make a change? Well you're wrong!! You have PLENTY of time to pull off those layers and slip into the cute summer clothes you've been eyeing at the mall and wear them with PRIDE!!
But you have to let go of your EXCUSES!!! You know that they have gotten you no where and you're not happy where you are now so it's time to try something new!! You can't tell me something I haven't heard before or even used myself, because I've heard it ALL!! So now it's YOUR time to get healthy! Don't make your kids miss out on summer and all the fun it has to offer because YOU can't get up and get going! BE the example to your family that you want them to be!!
Starting June 10th I will be hosting TWO different Challenge groups!! A 30 Day Shakeology and Clean eating group and 60 day complete health and fitness challenge group. What is that? Well I'm glad you asked....
First lets talk about the food! This is not a crash diet, quick fix, or magic in a bottle. You will eat real, whole foods and you get to eat 5-6 meals a day!! You will start your day off right with Shakeology and all of its wholesome goodness!!
So yes, I'm sure you stopped at the Shakeology and
said, heck no, you just said no "magic in a bottle" right! Well I was the exact same
way. Let me tell you I was so surprised at the difference Shakeology
made in the way I felt! Clearly I wasn't eating the recommended daily
veggies or even getting enough of the vitamins and minerals from my
foods that I was eating. When I added in Shakeology (not a protein
shake but a complete all natural meal) I stopped having cravings for
sweets, I was making better choices vs the drive thru, I had energy
naturally minus caffeine and I was truly pushing harder in my workouts
because I was getting nutrition so my body could function properly! No
joke and I swear I'm not lying!! It works!
I will teach you how to set yourself up for success by working with you to create a meal plan for each week so you know exactly what you are going to eat each and every day. This will be a meal plan that will also work for the picky eaters in your household, your spouse AND your kids!! I want to make this manageable for you so that you have great success. We will go over how to prep your food on Sunday for the whole week so that you don't have to think about anything when the week gets super busy!! I'll teach you which foods to pair together to fuel your body to work for you. And with the warmer weather coming I'll share some awesome recipes for the grill and even for the crock pot when its too hot to crank on the oven!
The second type of group is everything mentioned above for the clean eating PLUS your fitness program. The best part of these challenge groups is that you get to workout from the comfort of your own home!! No stinky gym equipment, no awkward looks from the person on the machine next to you, no waiting in line for the treadmill.
I can honestly say that the Challenge Groups changed my life! As
a mom I needed an outlet for support that I could do from my living
room! This was a place that it didn't matter what I looked like, it
didn't matter if I missed a step here or there, I didn't need fancy
workout clothes! I just needed me, myself and the TV!!! The
accountability group was my sounding board and MY COACH carried me
through the tough times!!!!
And it doesn't matter if you're a beginner or advanced in your fitness ability there is a program for everyone!! Do you like to do cardio kick boxing? How about a little martial arts? Weight lifting or booty shaping? You've got it!! And what makes it so exciting to come back and push play each day is that these workouts are set to some awesome music and amazing fitness instructors. You can't help but show up and get amazing results!
Does this sound like something you're ready to do?? The next 60 days are going to pass whether you join or not so I suggest dusting off those sneakers and joining the group so you can rock that swim suit with confidence this year!! Sign up for a free account with me as your coach by clicking the button
below and then email me so we can chat and decide on the best program for you. I will make sure to get you the best discount possible - plus free
shipping! Pre-Season starts Monday June 10th so create your free account
below and email me so you can reserve your spot today!!
It's officially April and Spring is right around the corner. We've had a pretty mild winter but I'm definitely ready for the warmer weather, chirping birds and spring flowers. I do know that most of you are not
ready for is the wardrobe that comes along with the warmer weather.
Everywhere you go there are subtle signs that warm weather is
approaching. The swimsuits hanging in the front of the store, the beach
bags, the sunglasses, the appearance of shorts and tank tops. It is a
constant reminder that you are going to have to bare your legs and arms
before you know it. Now, you can boycott the warm weather and vow to
wear pants all summer long. You can absolutely do that, but that
results in sweaty, sticky clothes and a bad attitude because you are
uncomfortable and hot. All of this because of the decision to ignore
that you have put on a few pounds or the ability to have self control
over the decisions you make.
The GOOD NEWS is that it's not to late at all. It's the PERFECT time to make a commitment
to your health. Maybe your short term goal is to lose a few pounds
before the summer. I want to eventually see your long term goal be to
live a healthy and fulfilling life. I would like nothing more than to
see you become a positive influence on those around you, to share what
you will learn and to truly make this a lifestyle change and not another
fad diet. Believe me when you start to make positive changes they're contageous!! Others will start to ask about the yummy healthy food you're eating or how you're getting your arms nice and toned so quickly!
So now what?! Here is my invitation to you! I will be starting a new challenge group this month. On April 15th you can join
my 60 day health and fitness program. During the 8 weeks I will teach
you how to make exercise a part of your daily routine by matching you up
with a Beachbody fitness program like P90X, Insanity, Turbofire, Chalean Extreme
and more to meet your needs. I will recommend a program that fits your
ability level and that you feel works with your time commitments as
well.
I will also require that you replace 1 meal a day with Shakeology.
Shakeology is a meal replacement shake that is all natural, helps you
lose weight, controls your cravings, keeps you full and gives you energy
to get through your workouts and the other responsibilities of the
day. You are only required to drink Shakeology during the 60 days,
afterwards you can decide what to do. The reason I require Shakeology
is because when you are learning to change your eating habits and are
adding in exercise this is one meal a day that you know you are eating
the right portion size, the right food combination and that you are
fueling your body for just plain good nutrition. I will teach you how
to plan out your meals, how to pair foods together to give you energy
and lose weight, and give you a plethora of recipes to help make your
meals easy and delicious. Every recipe I share has been kid tested and
husband approved!
As part of the Challenge Group you will be enrolled into my closed online support group.
In this group I will help you to set your health and fitness goals, I
will post daily tips, motivation and accountability. You will be
required to check in each day and post your daily activities. It's a
great place to feel connected to other people who are going through the
same life situations as you!
Does
this sound like something you would like to do? Then don't delay.
There are a limited number of spots available. I do this to keep the
groups small and allow me to provide you with the individual attention
that you deserve!!!
So now is the time, DO IT!! 60 days until summer....We have work to do!
Your second option:
Maybe you are not quite ready to do a complete challenge group but you
want to learn more about how to Eat Clean. Maybe you want to try
Shakeology but are nervous about the investment and whether or not you
will get the results you want. I am going to be running a 30 day Shakeology and Clean Eating group starting on April 15th
as well. In this group you will receive meal planning, recipes, tips,
basics on clean eating, support and motivation to make eating healthy a
lifestyle change and not a crash diet. We will incorporate Shakeology
and I will teach you exactly how to get the results you are looking
for. Then, after the 30 days is up you will have a great base of
knowledge to continue on with what works best for you.
Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Then, ask me now!!
There are some great options for you to get started. If you are someone
who enjoys doing high intensity workouts then check out the Insanity challenge pack!
This month only you can score the Insanity Challenge Pack which is the
entire 60 day fitness program, program guide and nutrition manual plus
30 day supply of Shakeology, free shipping, 30 day trial of the club
membership which has a meal planning feature and printable grocery list
and my support group as your coach!!
Other options include becoming a wholesale customer or Coach and saving
25% off of everything you order. No minimum requirements to become a
coach!
Maybe you are already into health and fitness and would like to run
groups like these on your own? Ask me how you can become a Beachbody
Coach and help other people set health and fitness goals and reach them
plus earn an income. Ask me how!
