Looking back over the past 6 months...

I can't believe that in 10 short days it will be 6 months since I started my Health and Fitness journey as a Beachbody coach!  I can still remember the first post that I did on my Facebook page about my nutrition struggles!  I was so nervous about this post and what people would think of me!

Most of you know that I started a new journey in my life a few weeks ago (clean eating) but what most of you do not know is that I LOVE junk!! Let me rephrase that, I was ADDICTED to junk!! I always loved it but at some point in my life it turned into having to have it every day! I thought that if I ran 5, 7 or more miles a day then I should be able to have these things or that I earned them. When I started the 21 day fix extreme program on June 29th, I was determined to kick this addiction! I am not going to lie, it was hard but I feel so much better as a result. I still have a "Treat" every once in a while, which is fine because I know that I do not need it every day. It is no longer a "Treat" when you have to have it every day, or even more than one a day. The "Treat" is now party of your everyday diet. It is your choice what you eat, how much and how often but keep in mind that if you have treats too often you may not like the results...I know I didn't!!smile emoticon
The Beach body programs are not quick fixes or "diets," but a lifestyle way of eating that help you eat more nutritiously and will help you lose weight, producing a healthy fit body. It quickly becomes your way of life! Message me if you want help with kicking the junk food to the curb!!

Now looking back on this post, I can honestly say that becoming a Heath and Fitness coach with Beachbody was one of the best decisions that I have ever made!!  I would NOT change the last 6 months of my life!!

I have learned so much about myself over these past 6 months!  I am happy to report that I have not had soda since June 28th!!  This is a huge accomplishment for me.  On the other hand I have learned that I will probably always struggle with sweets.  Even though I wish they weren't, they are my downfall. The holiday season was killer for me.  I did have lots of treats and even though I enjoyed every last bite, I am much happier when I don't eat them.  I love how I feel inside and out when I am eating clean.  It is truly amazing how your mind and body feels when you consume all natural and fresh foods.

I also have to give a big shout out to all my 2015 challengers.  You all are amazing and I am so very proud of each of you for trusting in me as your coach and in the Beachbody programs and Shakeology!  You are the reason I do what I do each day!!  

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Sooo..this brings me to my goals for 2016!!  I could have gone on and on but wanted to stick with my top 10....

1. Stay true to myself

2. Spend more time with my family

3. Fuel my body with clean nutrition

4. Sweat every day

5. Inspire other's to lead a health and fit life

6. Be confident

7. Be fearless

8. Run after my dreams

9.  Live my life by design

10. Take time each day for personal development

Now it is your turn...what are your goals for 2016?  What will you do different this year?

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The Struggle is Real for "Me" too!!

Let's go back one year ago and take a look at me.  Most of you would look at the picture below and think that I looked fine and didn't need to lose much weight.  You are correct, I didn't have a lot of weight to lose but I was not happy in my own skin.  I didn't feel confidant in a bathing suite and really wanted to shed those extra pounds after my last pregnancy.  The sad thing is that no matter how hard I tried I just couldn't lose it!

 *Picture take in Sept 2015*

Most of you know that I am runner and I LOVE it but no matter how often I ran or how long my runs were it just wasn't cutting it.  One of the main reasons for this was because I ate like shit!!  I would drink soda and eat junk all the time!  I became addicted to those things, needing them every day just like an addict needs alcohol and/or drugs.  I just didn't know how to stop the vicious cycle.  I had tried many times but would fail and the cycle would start again.  The really sad thing was that I would hide this from my family and friends.  No one really knew that I struggled with this every day.

Finally in April, 2015 I knew I had to change something.  I started to really watch what I was eating and I was able to lose a couple pounds for my summer vacation but I was not where I wanted to be.  In June 2015 I decided join a 21 Day Fix Challenge Group.  This was my second attempt.  I failed my first attempt :(  The second time was different.  I was committed 110% and I wanted to change my lifestyle and feel comfortable in my own skin.  After two weeks into the program I decided I wanted to continue with this journey not only as a challenger myself but as a coach.  I wanted to help others like me!   

In Aug 2015 after two rounds of the 21 Day Fix Extreme program, I finally had abs and toned up my whole body.  I have NEVER had abs before in my life.  Not even before kids!!  I finally felt amazing on the inside and out.  I had confidence that I never had before and I was so proud of myself!

*Aug 2015*

*Aug 2015*

*Aug 2015*

In Oct 2015 I got a little too confident with my progress and decided that I could have a cookie here, party snack there and a few too many glasses of wine!  Within about 2 to 3 weeks I had gained a few pounds back and started to notice the my stomach wasn't how it looked in Aug and Sept.  I also started to feel how I felt a year ago about myself.  What was I doing, I just worked so hard and why would I let everything go just for a few to many cheat days!!  I have to admit that I am human and the struggle is also real for me just like it is for everyone else out there.  Yes, I get up and workout every day and try to eat as clean as I can but sometime life does get in our way (parties, dinners out, Birthdays, Holidays and the list goes on).  We have to be aware of this and continue even when we fall off the wagon. 

Right after Halloween another coach and I decided to give the Ultimate Reset a try.  God knows I needed it!  The picture above was taken on Day 1 ( Nov 5th).  

This program has truly been amazing and has tested my limits!  Today is my last day of the Ultimate Reset and I can't wait to share my journey with all of you.

Here is a sneak peak of my progress in just 15 days...
Stay tuned for my Ultimate Reset review!! I will be posting my journey on Sunday, November 29th. I will review the whole program, post pictures and recipes of the food I ate, my achievements and struggles over the last 21 days!

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Dream Big

While enjoying the beautiful weather this weekend, I got to reflect on the amazing Beachbody journey that I have started.  I am dumbfounded at everything that I have accomplished since I signed up just over a month ago.  I have started my first challenge group (the ladies in the group are rocking it and reaching their own health and fitness goals).  I have added two new coaches to my team!!  I have promoted to an Emerald coach!!  I continue to work on my own health and fitness goals.  I have 7 new challenges starting my next challenge group on Aug 31st.  I am truly blessed to be able to help these individuals take a step towards reaching their own health and fitness goals.  To top it off the weekly paychecks that I have been getting from Beachbody are not to bad either!!  We have a 5-day Sneak Peak into becoming a Beachbody Coach, let me know if you would like to be added.

I will leave you with this.....
"If you don't build your dream someone will hire you to help build theirs!"

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