This photo means so much to me. The first photo was taken last July. The second photo was from last month. What you can see when comparing these two photos is the obvious -- I've lost 35 pounds in the first 6 months of starting the 21 Day Fix. Gained SO much more energy, and since then I have been maintaining and getting stronger and stronger each week. I have also been helping others just like you have success through this program as well in our little fitness family on Facebook.
But what you don't see in this picture is how I have completely transformed my life as well.
Lets rewind back a year. I was the typical exhausted working mom. My husband works long days so it's not out of the ordinary for him to come home 10 minutes before the kids go to bed, and then have his dinner separate from us. So it was me on my own, trying to keep up with the demands of a full time job that I loved, and then giving all my attention to my children in the evenings alone. I would pick up my son from school, rush home, spend some time at the park or wherever with them, make dinner, and then sit on the couch completely exhausted or I would be running them to their sports and activities around town. Bedtime would come around and we would get our PJ's on, teeth brushed, books read and get into bed. I was on survival mode I was just so exhausted and tired. Then add the typical struggles of the kids bickering, or not cooperating into the mix. I was burnt out. Don't get me wrong though, in all that hazy tiredness there were many, many moments of such love and fun together.
Do you ever have nights where you don't even have energy to make dinner? That was me too! Sometimes I would get home just completely drained from the work day, and I swear I would have paid about $100 just to get a cat nap!
So these were just the typical demands of being a mama of three. We do have many fun moments and giggles all together. It has been so much fun watching them grow and all three really start to play with each other, help each other, and become great siblings to each other.
But it's demanding right? Days are long, and lets face it, a mom's needs are sort of low on the totem pole.
You know that saying when mom's happy everyone's happy?
Who else agrees ? :)
I can say with 100% confidence when the mom is happy and healthy the whole family feels the effects! That is where I've changed the most.
I committed to 21 Day fix. I learned how to eat properly. Cut out the mindless eating and chose foods with purpose, that were going to nourish my body. I gained more energy, I drank Shakeology daily and then lost 30 pounds. Now I am jumping out of bed in the morning at 5am to get the workout in. And MAN it feels great to push yourself through a workout and then start your day! What a confidence boost!
But not only have I changed my life, but I have influenced my kids as well. My husband now is doing daily workouts after he gets home from work. He looks forward to them because he has a job where he just sits all day. He says he feels great to move and sweat, and WOW is he ever looking good!
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| Your child will follow your example, not your advice |
My husband and I talk to the kids about treats, and special foods. I grabbed a clean eating cook book and our 6 year old was looking through it with all the photos of fresh food saying "that looks good" "lets try that" He knows what good foods are and foods that are just "treats" and we only eat once and awhile. He will choose Subway over McDonalds and we're SO proud because there is SO many processed foods out there that are marketed towards kids. Easy and convenient snacks that are NOT real food and doesn't do anything to help their little growing bodies. Before all the processed stuff what did little children eat? Real food! I love that already our children are learning how to make good food choices and can see mommy and daddy being active every day. For their futures, this will just be natural for them.
What started out with me just trying to lose that baby weight for good and gaining some more self confidence, has positively impacted my whole family.
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| Turn back the clock and look YOUNGER! |
So after my success from the 21 Day Fix Program I just wanted to shout from the rooftops to all the other moms' out there struggling through diets, and quick fixes, and weight loss attempts. There IS something that WORKS, that a busy mom of 3 can fit into her day and so can YOU. I want to inspire other moms just like you and show you that you CAN get back to your pre pregnancy weight and beyond. You can look at feel better then before you even had kids!
You can feel great again, get your confidence back and feel great in your own skin again. But not only for you, but for your family as well. They will eventually adapt to this new healthy lifestyle and remember what I said about when mommy feels great, so does the rest of the family? You're going to start to feel fantastic and this will transcend to other areas of your life.
You're going to be a better wife.
You're going to be better at your job.
Everything is going to change when you're feeling better about yourself.
In July, I want to help you get started. I hope I can inspire you to get ready for a change. I want to help you set the stage to a healthier lifestyle, not only for you, but for your family as well. Set a great example for your kids and other members of your family.
I'm going to show you how there IS time for you! There is a way to make exercise fun and part of your daily routine. I'm going to help you and teach you how to make a weekly meal plan, plan healthy meals for you and your kids, prepare healthy snacks and I will help you stay motivated over the next 30 days.
We'll learn how to balance the sweets and the WINE!! (Don't worry you won't have to cut that out, some days we just need our special drink)
I want you to remember this is not a quick fix. Quick fixes will only last a short period of time. This is a LIFESTYLE change, not a diet. I'm going to help set you up with some daily and weekly habits that will propel you into feeling GREAT! We will learn that balance and planning is KEY!
When you're taking care of yourself, everything else will fall into place.
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| Be a better wife for your hubby Mom for your kids and an overall better YOU |
Okay sign me up, I'm ready to get serious !
Here's the low down on how this works:
1. You are required to have ME as your COACH through Team Beachbody.
2. Then together WE pick a fitness program through Team Beachbody that fits your needs. It does not matter what your ability level is, I have something for you!
{21 day fix, 21 day Fix Extreme, T25, PiYo, Insanity Max 30, Turbofire, etc.}
3. You are REQUIRED to replace 1 meal a day with Shakeology ONLY for the duration of the group. Once it is over you can decide if you have enough healthy recipes in your pocket to prepare meals without needing shakeology or if you find its convenient and it takes care of 1 meal you can keep going! I still 1 year later drink Shakeology daily.
4. Then, it is required that you participate in the online closed group daily. Each day I will share a tip, recipe, motivation or meal plan. You check in when you have completed your workout and you post your food diary so we are all accountable. You can log in whenever you want just as long as you are checking in daily and posting daily.
We will start June 29th so we'll run a prep week on June 22-26th. That means we will talk about our goals, how to clear out your kitchen and bring in all those new foods that are going to nourish your body. I will give you recipes, kid friendly and we'll talk about meal planning so that we are all set to start the following Monday. You owe this to yourself to feel better, stronger, more confident and just feel better overall. You'll gain energy and get your life back again!
If you are ready for that change I will hold your hand and help you from start to finish. We will walk through this journey together!
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| They're watching :) |
If this sounds like something you would like to do please complete the application in the link to be considered for a spot in this group. There WILL be limited availability so that I can keep the group small and individualized
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