Countdown to Summer

 

Summer is just a little over two months away.  It can be hard to believe with some of the crazy weather we have had recently in my neck of the woods.  But soon we will be wearing our shorts & tank tops, sitting by the pool, & running after the kids 24/7.

 

Are you ready?

 

At the start of the summer of 2012 I certainly wasn't.

 

 

 

After having 4 babies I thought I was destined to forever wear swim suits that looked like a tent & NEVER thought I would allow someone to take a picture of me in said swimwear. I was not comfortable in my own skin, I wanted to hide behind my kids in every picture to hide my body, & I was so tired I really just wanted to fall asleep in a lounge chair rather than play with my kids.
 
Thankfully, right after that summer 2012 picture was taken I joined my first challenge group with my coach. I learned how to eat clean, meal plan, proper portion sizes, how to navigate the grocery store, & that taking 30 minutes for myself to exercise each day was not selfish...it is exactly what I needed to do to be the energetic, fun-loving mom I aspired to be.

Nearly 4 years later I am still living the lifestyle that I implemented during that first challenge group. It was not a fad or a quick fix...it is a way of living life to the fullest! I have the energy to keep up with my kids' busy schedules, I'm teaching them healthy habits, & setting an example by getting active every day.

Is it always easy? Heck no! That's why I'm so thankful that I am not in this alone. That is why I still run & participate in challenge groups each & every month....to keep myself in check & to spread the love of this lifestyle to other moms who are feeling lost in their own body.

If you look in the mirror & aren't sure you recognize the person back at you...
If you are craving to be able to run & play with your kids but just cannot seem to keep up...
If you simply want to feel your best & regain confidence....

Then join me April 25 for my Countdown to Summer accountability & fitness support group.

For the next 60 days you will get positive, uplifting support to reach your health & fitness goals in a private online community (a closed Facebook group). 

I will be your personal wellness coach through the group & beyond.  Even when the group ends you will be able to come to me with questions, concerns, or for continued support to maintain the amazing results you will achieve during our Countdown to Summer group.

I will provide you with weekly sample meal plans, tons of healthy recipes, daily tips, motivation, & troubleshooting to get over those stumbling blocks that have held you back in the past.

Most importantly, this group will provide you the accountability that you need to succeed.  Did you know that folks are 70% more likely to stick to a new workout routine if they have someone to support them & keep them accountable!  Set yourself up for success & join us today.

 

Group Requirements:

-You must commit to being an active participant in the group. 

Daily check ins are required to keep you accountable & on track to reach  your goals.

Accountable people are successful people!

 

-You must write down your goals & share them with me.

When you put your goals in writing you are more likely to stick to them.

 

-You must ask questions & reach out for help whenever you need it.

Use the resources in the group.

We fail together, we succeed together. 

I am here to help YOU!

 

-You must be doing a Beachbody home workout program of your choice.

I will help you find the workout that best meets your needs & goals.

 

-You must drink Shakeology daily for the duration of the group.

This superfood cravings buster has been an integral piece to my personal health & wellness for the past 3 1/2 years & I firmly believe in the benefits it provides.



Complete the application below & I will contact you within 24-48 hours.

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Chocolate Chia Pudding

Guilt free dessert recipe time!

 Combine the following in a mason jar or Tupperware with a tight-fitting lid:

👉 1 1/4 cups unsweetened coconut or almond milk
👉 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup (you can add a tad more if you desire a little more sweetness)
👉 3 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (I used Hershey's Special Dark)...
👉 1/4 cup chia seeds

 Stir well. Put on the lid & shake. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight & enjoy with fresh berries!

Click here for more clean eating recipes. 

What an amazing ride this life thing is...

 

Being a mom to four beautiful babies, I never really expected to feel comfortable in photographs, warm weather clothing, or even my own skin again.  I thought that I was going to be wearing frumpy mom jeans & flowy tops for the rest of my days.

 

I started working out & eating clean with the simple goal of getting out of my maternity gear before heading back to my classroom.  Not only did I fit back into my "normal" clothes, but they were too big & I had to buy some new, smaller clothes.

 

What's more...I actually had the energy to keep up with my 4 active kiddos.  I could work a full day teaching elementary school & still have energy to love on my own family.

 

I had a lot of my co-workers & friends asking me "how did you do it?" & I realized that I could help others take the mystery out of what had become second nature to me...simple, daily steps to healthy living.  I could provide the support & accountability that others needed to start & stick with a healthy lifestyle.  I could do this because I had been there.  I had walked that road.  I had had those struggles.  And I had finally found success.  No magic pills, no quick fixes...just small, daily decisions & actions that helped me to successfully lose 40 lbs & 20 inches.

 

Over three years later I am still as passionate about helping others as I was when I had my first transformation story.  I want to help other moms see the value in healthy living...not just to help them rock their favorite pre-baby jeans, but to live a healthy life for the benefit of their entire family.

What started with vanity turned into passion.  What started with me barely able to do one push up has turned into me teaching weekly PiYo Live classes.  What started as a goal to help just 10 people improve their health has turned into my opportunity to be my own boss, work from home, & change the lives of HUNDREDS of folks in my online accountability groups.

 

You don't have to be great to start, but to become great you must get started. 

If you are ready to take control of your health & fitness and start living a healthier lifestyle one simple step at a time, contact me today.  I am here to help with small, daily steps to simply healthier living for you & your family.

 

Learn more about my Fituary Support Group here.

Fituary Support Group

 

It is easy to start the new year with excitement & big goals for your health & fitness. 

It is also easy to get side tracked & feel defeated.

 

Yes, even health & wellness coaches go through these struggles.

*Inconsistency

*Letting excuses creep in

*Complacency

*Winter blues

*3 feet of snow making you feel like a hibernating bear

 

I have started & re-started The Master's Hammer & Chisel twice now.  I am really enjoying the workouts.  I love the variety with workouts from two trainers & it is primarily weight training based, which is my favorite way to get my sweat on.  But in all honesty, I have fallen short in the nutrition department.  I let a lot of sweets & treats sneak in over the holiday season, thus leading to wicked sugar cravings rolling into January.  I know that minimizing those sweet treats is the key to my personal success in the past, but I have let the excuses & extra treats continue to invade my kitchen.  It's time to take back control, keep myself accountable & kick this sugar cycle, AGAIN.  I know that the majority of my results are going to come from what I eat.  It is time to hunker down & FOCUS!  After all, I have the Team Beachbody Success Club cruise coming up in March & I want to feel confident on that ship full of fellow coaches.

 

It's hard to admit when you have seen a bit of a backslide in your progress, but I know that I can overcome this hump & you can, too!

 

I am totally ready to shake this funk & I know the recipe that works, I just need a group of dedicated folks to join me on the journey.  We will keep each other accountable & motivated in a private, online support groups. 

I will provide tips to get back on track with your health & fitness (or how to get the ball rolling if this is all new to you). 

Healthy, fresh recipes that will brighten up your kitchen & energize your body to shake those winter doldrums. 

Sample meal plans, clean eating shopping lists, & advice on how to avoid temptations.

 

So if you feel like you have lost yourself in this blizzard, let's team up to uncover those healthy habits that will help us look great, feel great, & shed our "winter coats."

 

Apply today:

 

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Advent Calendar of Good Deeds

 

This year our family has opted for something different from the typical Advent calendar.  In order to get our minds & hearts focused on the true spirit of the season, we are doing good deeds each day!

Some are as simple as giving a smile to everyone you see or holding open a door.  Others are more involved, like making cards for nursing home patience or baking cookies for local law enforcement.

The good deeds don't need to be grand, they simply need to come from the heart.

To keep the deeds for each day a secret I wrote them on little pieces of paper & hung them on this little "Charlie Brown" Christmas tree.  Each morning the kids read their good deed for the day as they eat their breakfast.

 

In addition to our preparations for Christmas I am reading a daily Advent devotion & a section I read the other day really spoke to the lifestyle that I strive to live & share.  It spoke of preparing yourself mentally, spiritually, & physically for the coming of Christ. 

 

*Treat your body with respect - exercise regularly & nourish yourself with healthy foods.  Don't get sucked into perpetual overindulging on rich foods & alcohol.

 

*Focus on giving & what you can do to help others now & throughout the year.

 

*Avoid overspending on gifts - keep it simple, focus more on experiences & spending time together as a family rather than things.

 

Have a blessed & healthy Advent season.

Holly, Jolly, & Healthy - De-Stress & Re-Energize this Holiday Season

 

Feeling stressed out, run down, and out of energy is typical for many during the holidays. But not you, not this year! We will use the 80/20 rule to make healthy choices most days, but fit in those holiday treats in moderation. I will share how I meal plan around the holidays, what kinds of dishes I take to holiday gatherings, and my tips to stay energized & low-stress during this bustling time of year. Join me for accountability, motivation, & lot of holiday fun! We'll roll into the new year building healthy habits & hit those New Years resolutions out of the park!

 

 

You may be saying...

***?!?!***SERIOUSLY***?!?!***
Who wants to start a fitness group right before Christmas?

*Folks who want to find some BALANCE this holiday season & not feel like you are busting at the seams come NYE.

...

*Folks who want to have some tricks up their sleeve to avoid overdoing it at holiday parties.

*Folks who want more ENERGY to enjoy the season's festivities & reduce their STRESS in a healthy way.

*Folks looking for a positive community of support to roll into the new year with some of the ground work already laid to crush your 2016 resolutions.
 

You Get:
-Healthy Holiday Recipes
- Holiday Meal Planning Tips
- Fun Fitness Friends
- Daily Coach Support
-Tips & Tricks for Healthy Living through the Holidays & Beyond

What you will need:
*me as your coach!  Click here to get your free membership.
*a Beachbody home workout (fill out the questionnaire below & I'll help you pick the one that best suits your needs)
*Shakeology - the healthiest meal of the day to help you bust those holiday cravings
*a can-do attitude & some holiday spirit
 

You deserve a healthy holiday.

Join me today.

 

 



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The Masters Hammer & Chisel Fit Mommas Test Group

 

So I'll admit it....the picture above has been photoshopped.  Hahahaha... 

I may not have the body of trainer Autumn Calabrese now, but a girl has got to have goals!  My motto for the next to months is "Moms can get chiseled too!"  So who wants to join me?

 

Today is the day!  The launch of Beachbody's newest strength & resistance training workout - The Masters Hammer & Chisel! 

This is the first time these two power house trainers, Sagi Kalev & Autumn Calabrese, have teamed up for body sculpting, toning, & tightening workouts. 

 

If you loved the 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Extreme, or Body Beast this program will be right up your alley.  The Masters Hammer & Chisel focuses on a flexible, clean eating nutrition plan with a focus on proper portion sizes.  You even get color coded containers with your order to help you stick to proper portion sizes.  This program has 12 new workouts that are all only 30-40 minutes in length & can all be done in your home with minimal equipment needed.

 

Necessary equipment:

*a few dumbbells

*a weight bench OR stability ball

*a chin up bar OR door attachment with a resistance band

 

In each workout there are modifications shown for those working with limited equipment or who need to use a lower intensity, so you do not have to have a full gym of weights & equipment to make this program work for you.

 

In addition to all the tools you will receive in your challenge pack, I will plug you into a private online accountability group to keep you motivated, focused, & on track to get "chiseled" this December & January.

I provide weekly meal plan suggestions, healthy recipes, daily support, motivation, tips, & activities to keep this journey fun!  Having a community of positive support will help you get an amazing jumpstart on  your 2016 resolutions & get you into healthy habits for the long-run.

 

Hammer & Chisel Fit Mommas Test Group requirements:

 

*I must be your assigned Team Beachbody coach. 

Click here to sign up for your FREE membership.

 

*You must purchase a Hammer & Chisel Challenge Pack.

This includes your complete workout program, nutrition guide, portion control containers, &

a 30 day supply of Shakeology

OR

Energize & Recovery Performance Line Supplements

 

*Daily engagement in the online accountability group

 

Are you ready to get "hammered & chiseled" & get a jumpstart on your 2016 resolutions?

Complete the challenge group application below today!  Space is limited!

 



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