Saturday, January 31, 2015

Which Fix for You? 21 Day Fix Original or 21 Day Fix Extreme?

Well, we are only 2 days away from the release of the 21 Day Fix Extreme!!!  On February 2, 2015, the 21 Day Fix Extreme will take the internet by storm!!  I'm super excited for the possibility of this program!  The Original 21 Day Fix was wildly popular and sold out within 48 hours of being released!  It has contented to be one of the most (if not the most) popular program...because it combines both your fitness and nutrition!  It's a combination of both, which is needed for success in your weight loss or any other kind of transformation you are looking for!

Which Fix For You?, 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Extreme, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


Then...because of the ever so popular 21 Day Fix and the results people were having with that...Autumn decided it was time to make a graduate program.  A more advanced and extreme program.  This was designed to be an extreme program, created for those who already have a baseline of fitness.  The 21 Day Fix Extreme is not a beginner program.  This is for people who have been through the 21 Day Fix or who have completed other extreme workouts or for those who already have a baseline of fitness!  It will take you to the next level in your fitness and nutrition.  Autumn is not playing around here.  It's an extreme program meant for extreme results!

Which Fix For You?, 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Extreme, www.HealthyFitFocused.com , autumn calabrese

So...here's the deal!  This new 21 Day Fix Extreme is NOT for everyone, and I recognize that!  So, I want to make sure that EVERYONE has a place to be plugged into this month.  Whether you are more intermediate/advanced in your fitness OR if you are just beginning your fitness journey!!  There is a place for YOU to get accountability and support in order for you to reach your goals!

The question is... WHICH FIX FOR YOU?

I have 2 different accountability groups starting on February 9th in order to support YOU and YOUR GOALS!!  I am here to give you the support, accountability, motivation, meal plan ideas and tips that you need to get the success you want!!

Which Fix For You?, 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Extreme, www.HealthyFitFocused.com

Beginners/Intermediate Fitness Level - 21 Day Fix February 9th Group
I recommend you start out with the 21 Day Fix (Original) to get you started.  This will get you a baseline of fitness and nutrition in order to get you started in reaching your goals!  This teaches you the meal plan and gives you the knowledge you need for nutrition to continue a lifelong way of eating!  My goal is to help you succeed at this level first before you move on!

Intermediate/Advanced Fitness Level - 21 Day Fix Extreme Launch Group
If you're ready to take your fitness and nutrition to the next level then this is for you!  I recommend you have a good baseline of fitness.  Each workout uses weights and is not for the beginner!  This will be perfect for those who have done those more extreme programs.  There is a modifier in each workout, but she is still working hard!  This group will be designed to support you through this program and give you the guidance you need to make it through the 21 Days successfully!!

Become healthy, Which Fix For You?, 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Extreme, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


Are you ready to commit to your health and fitness?  It doesn't matter what level you are at.  You have to start somewhere, and whatever that is, will be the perfect place for you to start!  I will be here to support you and help you reach the goals you're looking for!

Will you commit today?  Commit to yourself, your family, your health, your kids!!  It's time to make a change, and you are NOT alone!  These groups are a SAFE place for you to get the support you need!

Challenge Group, Which Fix For You?, 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Extreme, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


What is Required to be a Part of the Group?
In order for you to be a part of either the 21 Day Fix or the 21 Day Fix Extreme groups you will:

1)  Need to make me your Coach.  

2)  Fill out the Challenge Group Application (or below) to be accepted into the Challenge!
       • 21 Day Fix Original
       • 21 Day Fix Extreme

3)  After you fill out the application, I will get back in touch with you within 24 hours...I will make sure you have all the information needed to be a part of either group!

BONUS-- Go to my Facebook Page and "LIKE" for extra daily motivation!!

REQUIREMENTS: You must be doing a Beachbody Fitness Program AND 
drinking Shakeology for the length of the Challenge.  

**You will replace 1 meal a day with Shakeology for the next 30-60 days to give your body 1 meal that is supercharged with ingredients that will give you natural energy, cravings will be curbed and you will stay full for at least 3 hours... its equivalent to 6 salads in one meal.**
So are you IN??  Are you READY to make a CHANGE and have ACCOUNTABILITY  and SUPPORT throughout your journey in 2015?

Friday, January 30, 2015

Super Bowl Spread... 6 Tips for a Healthy Super Bowl!

So it is Superbowl weekend.  This is a day that so many people throw all caution to the wind and just have a feast of a day!  Well, this year doesn't have to be that way!  I want to share with you some tips and recipes that you can use on GAME DAY!!!

6 Tips for a Healthy Super Bowl...Clean Eating Recipes, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


First off, if you are going to someone's house, then you have to control the controllable!  What do I mean by that?  Bring something healthy to share with others!!!  It is never good to come empty handed, so why not share some healthy options with everyone!?!

Healthy Tips on Super Bowl Weekend!

1)  Drink your Shakeology before the party!
  - I know I plan on having my Shakeology before I get to my brother's house!  It will keep me full and satisfied!!

2)  Bring a Healthy Dish
  - Recipes Below!

3)  Always have a drink in your hand (WATER!)
  - Fill yourself up on water...always be sipping on it!

4)  Fill up on veggies
  - Make sure you offer to bring veggies, that way you know you'll have something to munch on!

5)  Allow yourself a meal...don't be a grazer
  - Make yourself a plate.  If you're going to eat then portion out your food.  Have yourself a meal and don't stand by the food table and just pick at the food!  You'll never truly know how much you are eating!

6)  If you're going to "cheat", plan your "cheat" ahead of time and remember it's not a CHEAT DAY...give yourself a limit!  
 - Pick your poison...Example.  Choose to have 1 beer or glass of wine.  OR 1 serving of nachos, OR 1 serving of dessert...get the point.  ONE of any of these...not ONE of ALL of these!!!


Here are some of my favorite healthy dishes for Super Bowl!

TurboFire Chili - What's a Football game without chili??

Turbo Fire Chili, 6 Tips for a Healthy Super Bowl...Clean Eating Recipes, www.HealthyFitFocused.com

Baked Chicken Fingers - Alternative to wings

Baked Chicken Fingers, 6 Tips for a Healthy Super Bowl...Clean Eating Recipes, www.HealthyFitFocused.com

Lentil, Bruschetta, Feta Dip - This is what I'm bringing!!  By special request!!

6 Tips for a Healthy Super Bowl...Clean Eating Recipes, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


No Velveeta Queso Cheese Dip - A healthy version of the "Velveeta" Cheese Dip!

Healthy Queso Cheese Dip, 6 Tips for a Healthy Super Bowl...Clean Eating Recipes, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


Chocolate Flourless Brownie Muffins - Gotta have the sweets!!

Chocolate Flowerless Brownie Muffins, 6 Tips for a Healthy Super Bowl...Clean Eating Recipes, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


Shakeology Power Balls - Be careful, you can't eat just one!

Shakeology Balls, 6 Tips for a Healthy Super Bowl...Clean Eating Recipes, www.HealthyFitFocused.com

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

The Best Coffee Ever... and 21 Day Fix Approved!!!

Ok, so I was introduced to this coffee "recipe" couple months ago from some coaches on our team.  So this is NOT my creation, but it's definitely my coffee love that I crave each morning!!

So I used to be a Splenda-holic, embarrassingly, I would use 4 Splenda in my coffee (grande size at Starbucks)...FOUR!?!?!  Do you know how ultra sweet that is?  Oh my goodness.  It was absolutely SO sweet and because I was using artificial sweeteners it actually would make me crave more sweet things!
21 Day Fix Approved Coffee, clean eating, The Best Coffee Ever... www.HealthyFitFocused.com
The Best Coffee Ever

So, about a year and a half ago, I decided enough was enough...I was starting to eat clean and decided this was one area I needed a MAJOR change!  So, I decided to go cold turkey!  I cut it out completely and stopped using anything to sweeten my coffee.  It took me a while to get used to it, but I really just needed to lose that propensity for so much sweetness.

The other thing I needed to majorly change with my coffee was adding 1/2 and 1/2 to my coffee!  I would add about 4 tablespoons of cream to my coffee each morning.  Do you know how many calories and fat that is per year?

4 Tablespoons of 1/2 & 1/2 per morning:
   -- 25,550 calories/year
   -- 2,190 grams of fat/year

This is equal to an extra 7.3 pounds per year just from my cream in my coffee ALONE!!!

This was absolutely MIND BLOWING when I sat down and did this math!  I couldn't believe it!  Do you know that was enough to make me change what I was doing.

Now, I do understand that there is still fat and calories in my recipe below, however, this fits perfectly into my 21 Day Fix meal plan and I simply use a "fat" teaspoon for this!!!  1/2 & 1/2 is NOT 21 Day Fix friendly!!!



So...here's my "Best Coffee Ever" recipe...21 Day Fix Approved!!!

  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp Coconut Oil - depending on amount of coffee (equal to 1/2 teaspoon on the Fix)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Coffee

Hand blender or blender with glass container.

Put the coconut oil and vanilla extract into your coffee (I place it directly into my coffee pot) and blend!  I have a Cuisinart Smart Stick (hand blender) and stick that directly into my pot and blend!

UPDATE:  I've gotten a lot of questions about suggestions on what to do if you don't have a hand blender or glass container, or if you're at work and can't use a blender.  

  1. Get a larger mason jar (like a 4 cup one) and put the lid on and and get a good arm workout by shaking it up!!!
  2. Get an IKEA, $5.99 frother...these things are awesome.  They are cheap and small but work really well.  WARNING:  You've got to have some space in your mug for it to whip the coffee around or it will be all over you and you'll have a burned hand!!  So again, a mason jar may be a good investment for your morning cup of Joe!  Click HERE to see the IKEA Frother  


I want to hear from YOU...did you try this?  How did you like it??  Share with your friends!!

Monday, January 26, 2015

Insanity Max:30 Women's Progress Update and Meal Plan - Week 5 & 6

Ok, so I 'm a bit behind in my Insanity Max update...my apologies!  Well, 2 weeks ago I started month 2!  I was surprised to find how much harder it really was!  I know I have been getting so much stronger, but even with my gained strength and increased stamina it was still a week of the hardest workouts I've ever done!
Insanity Max:30 Women's Progress Update - Week 5 & 6, Friday Fight, www.HealthyFitFocused.com
I was sore...but could still walk!

So the line up for month 2 is this (and in my on words...month one on crack!)

Monday:  Max Out Cardio
Tuesday:  Max Out Power
Wednesday:  Max Out Sweat
Thursday:  Max Out Strength (I think this is my favorite...with major jello arms)
Friday:  Friday Fight: Round 2 (absolutely the toughest workout ever!)

Ok...so the biggest difference I notice from month 1 to month 2 is the breaks.  Shaun T doesn't mess around in the second month.  The breaks are fewer and further between...So, I've found that once I max out, then if I need a drink I have to excuse myself and get one real quick and come back.

I am getting better on my max out times, but in month 2 I have noticed that I max out SO many more times throughout the rest of the workout!  It just doesn't stop coming!!!  You really have to push through and it truly is a Mind Over Matter mentality that I'm learning how to better do each day!

Insanity Max:30 Women's Progress Update - Week 5 & 6, I am my greatest enemy, www.HealthyFitFocused.com
So week one I got through pushing hard and I wasn't necessarily "can't walk sore" but I more so had really tired out muscles.  I got through the week though...

As week 2 of month 2 came around I assessed my last 5 weeks and realized that while I was getting stronger and really doing well in the workouts...my nutrition was NOT spot on!  I needed a major change in my mind and how I was doing my nutrition.  I'm getting good results so far but not what I want.  The number on the scale is pretty much the same but I know that my clothes are fitting better!

Insanity Max:30 Women's Progress Update - Week 5 & 6, www.HealthyFitFocused.com

So, it was time to do a clean sweep of my nutrition and that's what I did this week...it went perfectly and I really stuck to my meal plan.  I think I'm going to keep it mostly the same for a while!

Insanity Max:30, 21 Day Fix Meal Plan, www.HealthyFitFocused.com, Women's Results and Progress Update
Insanity Max:30 Meal Plan Week 6

Now, week 2 workout...last week it killed me!  I struggled so much with energy.  It was a really texting and trying week for me!  I really struggled with having the energy to get through my workout and I just felt my body was really struggling to push itself!  I've not felt that way in a long time.  So I did sleep in some days and worked out later in the morning.  That helped.  But I made it through the week (barely!).  I was really happy to have Saturday as a rest day...my body needed that for sure!

My plan for week 7 is to continue to be right on my nutrition.  That is the magic of the program!!!  It doesn't happen with a poor diet...or even a healthy diet of too much food!  That's where I fell into.  I was eating healthy but not the proper nutrition!
Insanity Max:30, 21 Day Fix Meal Plan, www.HealthyFitFocused.com, Women's Results and Progress Update
Week 7 Insanity Max:30 Meal Plan
So...week 7...bring it on!  Perfect nutrition and I think I'm going to order myself some Energy and Endurance! I think that will help me get through my workouts more effectively at 5am!!

Energy and Endurance, www.HealthyFitFocused.com

If you're looking to do Insanity Max:30 and would like some motivation and support along the way, please email me or fill out the application below to get plugged into my next accountability group!!



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Saturday, January 24, 2015

My Journey from Shape Magazine to a Daily Exercise Habit to Incorporating Nutrition and the 21 Day Fix!

The other day I was sitting with a friend who had a bunch of magazines lying around.  I'm not much of a magazine person at this time in my life, I honestly don't have the time or interest to sit down and read all the articles!  Nor do I want to waste the extra expense if I don't fully read it!

However, looking through her Shape magazine it suddenly brought me back to some memories I had of always searching for a SOLUTION for my up and down weight and feeling good about myself!  Years ago, I would often purchase magazines like Shape or Fitness because I was just trying to find a way that I could get in shape like so many of those women featured in the magazine, who knows...they could have all been airbrushed...but nonetheless I was searching for what to do.  I would cut out the pages of the magazine and try and "trouble shoot" my problem areas...my tummy, hips, thighs...whatever it may be!  I would do some of those exercises for a couple days and then not continue.

I just remember always wishing I could get results like that.  Thinking if I just followed those 5 exercises that it could happen.  But there were many parts missing.  What were they???  For me, this is what was missing:

Accountability is the glue that times commitment to the result!, I'm ready to help you get the accountability you need to get the results you want.  www.HealthyFitFocused.com 1) Accountability:  The magazine clip out didn't check in with me daily.  It sat on my dresser not even caring if I did the exercises or not!

2)  You can't trouble shoot your problem areas:  These 5 or so workouts they would give in the magazine articles were great, but you're not going to get the overall body transformation from 5 different exercise moves.  It didn't suggest full body training or cardio in these articles!

3)  No nutritional plan:  With these articles I would clip out, there was nothing that talked about your nutrition and that in order to get results like these models you've got to change your daily nutritional habits.  Now, it may say a snip it about nutrition, but it didn't teach me how to do it!  That's what I needed...someone to help me understand the full extent of how to eat healthy, what that looked like and what kind of portions I needed have each meal!  I was clueless what that looked like!

It takes motivation to get started but the habit is what keeps you going.  www.HealthyFitFocused.com
4) Daily Motivation:  I am someone who thrives from motivation!  Sometimes I can motivate myself, but not in all areas of my life.  Especially at the time of my magazine clip outs...I was motivated for the 30 minutes that I was reading that magazine.  But it stopped as soon as I set the clipping on my dresser!  I forgot about it, I got overwhelmed thinking I would never get results like I want...I sabotaged myself just in my thinking!  So... I quit!

5)  Support:  The magazine clipping didn't give me the support I needed.  It was a resource, a picture, an ideal that I felt like I couldn't reach.  It was not someone on the other side of the clipping saying..."Don't give up", "You can do this", "Let me help you"!  Last time I checked, magazines didn't talk or give me personal support and daily motivation and help!!

For many years I went through this process of clipping exercise moves thinking this was the way to go.  But it never worked for me!  I continued to find things that I thought would work...gyms and classes that I would attend for only a month or 2, back in college I did Jenny Craig, I tried various other activities or exercises and it just didn't work for me.  Why?  For me, it came down to support and motivation.  I discovered that I work best and get the greatest success when someone has my back!  When someone is asking me how my day went, when someone is giving me to tools to know how to eat and how much to eat, when I have the daily support and motivation!

So...what was that for me?  It was finally discovering a Challenge Group.  Plugging into the daily support, motivation, guidance, teaching and a group of people working toward the same goal!!  It was surrendering myself to get accountability from others who have succeed, who have gone through the same testing of other things that I did.

I'm doing this for ME.  Commit to your daily success with the 21 Day Fix, get the results you want and the support you need!  www.HealthyFitFocused.com

Can you relate to this process of clipping magazine articles, "Pinning" various exercises that target your "problem" areas, seeing images of how you WANT to be but not knowing how to get there?

If you can relate to this...I have a solution!  This is what has finally worked for ME.  It's what I teach my other challengers to do and it's what has brought success to so many of my challengers who step up and say "I need a change, can you help?!"


A challenge group is a safe place for accountability, support, motivation.  It will help you get the results you want with the support you need.  www.HealthyFitFocused.com
What is a Challenge Group and Who is it For?
Pretty much, in a nutshell...it's what I mentioned above.  It's a support/accountability group.

  • It is a SAFE place for people of all kinds of fitness levels, knowledge and understanding.  
  • It's for those who are out of shape and never worked out to those who are seasoned fitness gurus and want to bump up their results.  
  • It's for people who have 100+ pounds to lose or those who only need to lose the last 5-10 lbs (and anything in between).  
  • It's for people who want to learn how to eat clean and healthy, what kind of portions to eat and how much each day!
  • It's for people like YOU and ME!!

What is my favorite program to get started especially for those who don't have nutritional understanding?
When I first joined a challenge group, I was introduced to clean eating.  I learned the basics of it and had great success.  However, when the 21 Day Fix was first released in February 2014, this brought it to a whole new level of understanding.  It taught me what were the appropriate portion sizes to have at each meal and how much of each food group I should be eating every day. It took all the guess work out of what I needed in order to be successful!

The 21 Day Fix accountability group, know how to eat the right kinds of food and proper portions, www.HealthyFitFocused.com
The 21 Day Fix portioned containers!

This has also helped countless challengers have amazing success!!  It's exciting to see people take the tools they are finally given and have it change their lives!  They now have a nutritional lifestyle they can live with on a daily basis.  This is not a diet, it's a lifestyle!  

Clean Eating + Exercise is the recipe for success.  www.HealthyFitFocused.com

So...I want to help YOU!!  Are you ready for a change and a way to finally stop the yo-yo dieting or not knowing what direction to go or how to get there?  Let me help you make a change that is not a diet...but a lifestyle!  Are you ready?  Let's GO!

I want to get you plugged into my upcoming Accountability Group to get you the support and motivation you need to get the results you want...the be the HEALTHY person you desire!  

Don't Quit, not you, not this time.  www.HealthyFitFocused.com

If you're interested in making a change, please fill out this application so that I can know your goals and know how to best help you!  Please don't be scared...these groups are a private and SAFE place for anyone!  The goal is to help you reach your goals!



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Friday, January 23, 2015

Roasted Sweet Potatoes - 21 Day Fix Approved Recipe


Ever since I was a little girl I've always loved sweet potatoes...Now this is still a staple for me in my meal plans!

So, there are tons of health benefits to sweet potatoes.  Honestly, I'm not going to go into huge detail about it...but if you want to read about those, here's an article I found that gives great info!!  (Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes, livescience.com).

Sweet potatoes have become a huge staple in my diet as I have been eating clean.  It's a great carb (or yellow container if you follow the 21 Day Fix nutrition guide!) to use daily and is so satisfying!!

Of course there are many ways to make your sweet potatoes, cooking them whole, roasting, pureed, and I'm sure there are more!

My favorite ways are roasting and just good old fashioned cooking them whole!

Ingredients
Roasted Sweet Potatoes - 21 Day Fix Approved Recipe, www.HealthyFitFocused.com
Roasted Sweet Potatoes - 21 Day Fix Approved!

  • Sweet Potatoes (I like to have leftovers, so I will do a 3-4 medium to large potatoes)
  • about 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • salt (optional)
  • cinnamon (optional)
  • (Or any other spice or herb you'd like to add)
Other herb options:
Fresh Sage
Rosemary


Directions:

  1. Chop Sweet potatoes into cubes
  2. melt coconut oil and toss the sweet potatoes in it
  3. sprinkle salt (if desired)
  4. sprinkle cinnamon (if desired)
  5. top with herbs (if desired)
Bake at 425 degrees for 35-45 minutes or until desired softness.

If following the 21 Day Fix-
Yellow Container

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

"Apple Pie" apples! [21 Day Fix Recipe]

Ok so this really isn't apple pie...but when you are wanting something that sure taste a lot like apple pie and the comfort memories that Apple pie brings...but without the calories, then here ya go!!

With the launch of the 21 Day Fix extreme around the corner I decided to get back strict on the 21 Day Fix meal plan and get my containers back out again and really get my portions back in check. 

So it was time for my snack and I cut up a green apple...well it was quite tart so I decided to cook them and see how it turned out!  They were amazing!!!!

Sprinkled some cinnamon on it and there you go...21 Day Fix approved "Apple Pie" apples!!

All you need is 1 green apple and cinnamon. This is equal to 1 purple container!!

Direction:

Cut one green apple into chunks. Place in a small sauce pan with about a tablespoon or so of water. Let it cook for about 3-5 minutes while stirring, or until desired softness. Pour into a bowl and sprinkle with cinnamon!  Enjoy!!


21 Day Fix Approved Recipe, healthy dessert, healthy snack, "Apple Pie"

Sunday, January 18, 2015

Super Saturday Pittsburgh...more than your typical Saturday!

While my team is all over the country the majority of the top leaders of the larger team I'm a part of, The Dream Team, is based in and around the Pittsburgh area. I've had the privilege of making it to a couple events that have been hosted in Pittsburgh. One was a retreat in 2013, just after I became a coach. And then of course, last weekend...Super Saturday.

Super Saturday, Never miss a workout no matter where you are...hotel and all!  www.HealthyFitFocused.com
Time to workout in the hotel!
Super Saturday is an event through Beachbody and hosted quarterly all over the country at hundreds of locations. But this one was very special for a few reasons... 1st my coach, my friend, my mentor was being awarded as top coach in all of Beachbody!!  2nd, the CEO of Beachbody, Carl Daikeler plus Autumn Calabrese (creator of the 21 Day Fix and 21 Day Fix Extreme, new program being released February 2nd) were going to be present...and...I was invited to a very special dinner hosted by Melanie, my coach to celebrate all her Diamonds!!!  So, I invested into coming out East, meeting my Beachbody family and celebrating with so many others I've developed relationships with. Not to mention amazing training from top coaches in the company!!!

Super Staurday, Beachbody.  Celebration with Carl Daikeler, Autumn Calabrese and the Dream Team, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


On Friday evening we had a huge celebration honoring Melanie, learning about some amazing new products that will be released through Beachbody.  We found out about Beachbody On Demand!!  A way that Beachbody will be streaming some of their amazing fitness programs so that you can have the workouts on any of your mobile devices and take your fitness ANYWHERE!!  We did a live workout with Autumn Calabrese and her new 21 Day Fix Extreme!!

Super Staurday, Beachbody.  Celebration with Melanie Mitro and the Dream Team, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


Saturday, we gathered together and had a 3 hour training with some of the TOP coaches in all of Beachbody!  This training is something that is normal for our team.  We are constantly getting fed from our top coaches.  This is not a business you have to figure out how to do by yourself.  If you decide that you want to be a part of my team, rest assured that you will get training, support and all the tips and tricks to making your business successful!!

Super Staurday, Beachbody.  Celebration with Melanie Mitro and the Dream Team, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


Saturday night...it was just time to party!  I had been invited to a Diamond Dinner Celebration and then we moved over to a Champagne Bar where we met the rest of the team and just had a great time of getting to know each other better and have a great time!  So...it's not all business...there was definitely fun involved on this trip too!

Diamond Dinner Celebration, Super Saturday, www.HealthyFitFocused.com
Dream Team Celebration, Super Saturday, www.HealthyFitFocused.com

So...what have I gained from all this?  I have gained a deeper desire, passion, drive and belief in this company, in the products, in the other amazing coaches I have met, but more importantly a deeper passion and belief in myself!  A belief that I can make a difference. That I can be successful and have the FREEDOM from debt, time my kids, my husband, freedom to travel like we want...and more!  That's why I do what I do!!  THEN, not only is that dream for myself, but I have a dream for MY coaches or challengers who step up and say "I want to change my life or just 1 persons life". Then they decide to pay it forward and take a leap of faith to become a coach. We are changing lives and making a difference!!


Surround yourself with people who dream bigger than you do, dreams do work, www.HealthyFitFocused.com


I am so excited about the future of this company, of my life and my family's lives, AND of my coach's futures. 2015 is our year to make a difference!!!

Beachbody Coaching, passion and career combined, www.HealthyFitFocused.com Do you have a desire or passion to change lives?  Do you live health and fitness?  Are you tired of the yo-yo dieting. Do you want to have FREEDOM from finances, time or bosses??  

I am growing my team right now... That means I'm looking for 5 highly motivated people who are willing to work, willing to be coached and mentored for success, willing to change lives and make a difference in other peoples as well as their own!  I'm looking for 5 people who will take this leap of faith just like I did and say, "WHY NOT ME??"  

I will mentor YOU. You will not be left alone to figure things out in your own. You will have access to training from top coaches in the organization, 1:1 calls with me, new coach training groups, advanced training opportunities and more!!  You will not reinvent the wheel!!  

Are you interested?  Then let's talk!!  Please fill out this application below to be considered for a spot on my team. Spots are limited. 

I look forward to hearing from you and seeing how we can work together to help change lives and make a difference!!

What are you waiting for?  It's your turn!!
Let me mentor you to success!



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Friday, January 16, 2015

The 21 Day Fix Extreme...What is it?

The 21 Day Fix has been a KILLER nutrition and fitness program!!  Have you heard of it?  Have you completed it?  Well, last year at this time, the 21 Day Fix launched and it was SO popular that it sold out in record breaking time, I think it was in less than 48 hours that it sold out.  WHY??  Because the 21 Day Fix brought us something that so many of us need...SIMPLE and easy to follow nutrition plan, short and effective 30 minute workouts that ANYONE can do, and proportioned containers to aid in your nutrition to make YOU successful!

If you want more info on the original 21 Day Fix program click HERE!!

21 Day Fix Extreme, Autumn Calabrese, Get yours first and be a part of an Exclusive Extreme Test Group, Julie Little, www.HealthyFitFocused.com
Angie (my bff), Autumn and ME!!

So, it has now been a year since the launch of the 21 Day Fix...so what's next?  None other than the 21 Day Fix Extreme!!  Yep, Autumn is back with yet another 21 Day Fix inspired program...but this time it's taking it to the next level.  This is her personal tips and nutrition that she uses to get ready for competition!  So you're learning from the best!!


What is 21 Day Fix EXTREME?

There are no shortcuts, 21 Day Fix Extreme, Autumn Calabrese, Get yours first and be a part of an Exclusive Extreme Test Group, Julie Little, www.HealthyFitFocused.com In the original 21 Day Fix, this was designed to make losing weight a simple process that everyone could understand...it made it possible for you to NEVER need to "Diet" again.  It gave simple, easy to follow way of eating, one that you can use the rest of your life!  This is why it became America's #1 fitness and nutrition program.  NOW, you can get seriously shredded in the shortest time possible with the 21 Day Fix EXTREME, created by Autumn Calabrese.  This is a breakthrough 21-Day fitness and nutrition program that combines simple portion control, clean eating and EXTREME 30-minute workouts to deliver a body that is heard, lean and defined.

It builds off the basics of 21 Day Fix and takes it to the next level.  Combine no-nonsense portion control with steady state aerobics, resistance training and explosive power moves.  The 21 Day Fix EXTREME is a complete functional fitness program that targets every muscle in the body to help you torch calories while creating a leaner, stronger and more functional physique.

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Who should buy the 21 Day Fix Extreme?
The 21 Day Fix Extreme is ideal for those with a dramatic short-term weight loss deadline--such as an upcoming vacation, photo shoot, or other big event.  It's an excellent next step for 21 Day Fix graduates ready for a new challenge or graduates of other extreme programs like P90X, Insanity, Insanity Max:30, and Focus T25.  Fix Extreme is also great for those who don't have much weight to lose, but want to get shredded and see abs; those with a "no BS" attitude toward workouts and nutrition; or anyone who doesn't want to count calories, weigh their food, or follow complicated recipes.

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What are the workouts?
  • Plyo Fix Extreme- An explosive lower-body workout that uses jumping and resistance to torch calories and sculpt muscles.
  • Upper Fix Extreme- By alternating opposing muscle groups, this no-rest upper-body workout will shred the chest, back, shoulders, and arms.
  • Pilates Fix Extreme- Using a resistance band for every exercise, this intense mat workout works the entire body, placing emphasis on the core.
  • Lower Fix Extreme- Glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves will get stronger, leaner, and more defined with 30 minutes of challenging resistance work.
  • Cardio Fix Extreme- Combining weighted cardio moves with traditional metabolic training intervals keeps the heart rate soaring.
  • Dirty 30 Extreme- Using only seven compound moves focusing on multiple body parts at a time, this workout will burn extra calories while defining muscles. Get down and dirty, and get it done.
  • Yoga Fix Extreme- A fast-paced flow yoga class, combining strength, balance, flexibility, and power.
  • Power Strength Extreme (Deluxe Kit Only)- Based on functional movement patterns, these nine total-body exercises will change the way the body moves, increasing strength, endurance, and power.
  • ABC Extreme (Deluxe Kit Only)- A 30-minute workout that targets common problem areas by pushing abs, butt, and cardio to the extreme. It'll get that competition body ready for the stage.
  • The Fix Challenge (Bonus DVD)- Keep things interesting and burn off calories with this quick resistance workout!
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What Equipment is Required?

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT- Resistance band(s) or Weights (not included in Base kit)
RECCOMENDED EQUIPMENT -Yoga Mat or Beachbody Core Comfort Mat are helpful but not required.

What about the Nutrition?
Let's face it...this is probably a sore spot for many people...the 21 Day Fix allowed "cheats" like wine or chocolate.  However, this is an EXTREME program promised to give you EXTREME results if you commit to it ALL, nutrition and fitness!  So, in order to bring Extreme results, you need Extreme nutrition.  This is a 100% clean eating plan for the FULL 21 days!  There are options for you throughout the program (like eating out) however there are detailed guidelines.  Nutrition is KEY to your success!!!

You will also get the color-coded containers with your program!!!

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So are YOU ready to be the FIRST to try the 
21 Day Fix Extreme?


21 Day Fix Extreme, Autumn Calabrese, Get yours first and be a part of an Exclusive Extreme Test Group, Julie Little, www.HealthyFitFocused.com It is YOUR turn to get EXTREME results...are you ready??  I will be hosting a 21 Day Fix EXTREME Test Group!  This will be a group designed to give you the support, accountability and motivation you need to propel you to reaching your extreme results!  You will not be at this alone, I will be there every step of the way for YOU to succeed!


Does this sound like something you would like to do?  If so, complete this application to be considered for a spot in my Exclusive Test Group!

Are you ready to go?  The 21 Day Fix Extreme is set to launch on February 2, 2015.  If you complete the application below, I will give you all the details on the group and keep you up to date on all the information you need to know in order to get your copy ASAP!  What are you waiting for??  If you start NOW, then you will have plenty of time to reach your health and fitness goals before the start of Summer...think of it as your jumpstart to your bikini-wearing days!  Let me help you get in the best shape of your life!

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I WANT THE 21 DAY FIX EXTREME...SIGN ME UP!





Monday, January 12, 2015

The Beginnings, a Dream, a Belief, then Action! Helping Coaches Build a 6-Figure Income!

I've been a Beachbody coach now for 17 months to the day. It all started with me searching on Pinterest for a change. I had just finished running a 1/2 marathon 3 months prior and had been running a lot and training for that for so long, but during my training I had gained 10 lbs. and no, it was not muscle.
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I was really at the point for needing something different. I knew that just the running wasn't cutting it for my body anymore. I needed cardio but in a different way that would really strengthen me. Plus, I needed a change in my nutrition. I was always a fairly healthy eater but again, needed a change. I had heard of clean eating but just didn't understand it all. 

One day, I saw a friend post about Focus T25 and that invests only 25 minutes long. Honestly, that spoke to me!  I knew I had 25 minutes a day and could commit to that kind of workout. 

So, what did I do?  I got into Pinterest and searched Focus T25. Up popped a bunch of pictures, I clicked on one and instantly found a blog that I was drawn to. I started reading all about the program and clean eating on this blog and then saw that there was a Challenge/accountability Group that would give me support and the motivation I needed. 

I'll be honest with you. I looked at the cost of the program and cost was an initial concern of mine. I knew that I needed to get the Challenge Pack which included the Shakeology for a month but at the same time I was still nervous to invest the money. 

I had conversations back and forth with my coach and developed a relationship with her and a trust that this product was legit and would work if I did... I talked to my husband and we decided that the investment in my health was the most important thing. If this was something that I would commit to doing, that would help me lose some weight and become more healthy AND build my confidence, then this was worth it!  
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So I took that leap of faith and jumped right into the challenge group 
with my T25 Challenge Pack...It's been worth every penny and I haven't looked back...I'm in the best shape of my life!!


Leap of Faith.  Beachbody Coaching, Helping coaches become successful!  I'm looking for 5 highly motivated people ready to earn a significant income by helping others. www.HealthyFitFocused.com But that's not all. As I was searching on my coach's blog I noticed that there was a way that I could get my future Shakeology at a discount...and not only that, but that I could turn this into a business that could help me reach dreams of FREEDOM and open up opportunities to myself and my family.   So...I started asking questions. I came to the conclusion that this was by far the best option for me...so once again I jumped right in. I took that leap of faith and trusted that my coach would not only lead me in my transformation but in my new health/fitness business. 

Now, I'm not an expert in nutrition, I am not a trainer...I am a mom of 3 kids who has struggled with weight at various times in my life. I've hated working out at times and I've loved working out at times.   I've yo-yo dieted and I've tried different fads. I'm human and I make mistakes. I boch my nutrition and eat too many sweets or wine. And sometimes I nail my nutrition. 

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But what I AM is PASSIONATE. I'm passionate about helping other women and moms change their unhealthy past and get healthy. Love their body again. Feel comfortable in their own skin and in their swimsuits. 

I'm PASSIONATE and I BELIEVE I can make a difference!!  Even if it is just making a difference in ONE persons life!  ONE person. That's all it would take to make my coaching job worth every minute!!
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Get Uncomfortable:  Beachbody Coaching, Helping coaches become successful!  I'm looking for 5 highly motivated people ready to earn a significant income by helping others. www.HealthyFitFocused.com This year for me is a year of stepping out of my comfort zone!  My "word" for the year (or words) is GET UNCOMFORTABLE!  I know that in order for me to truly have the FREEDOM I want for our family, that I have to GET UNCOMFORTABLE!  Complacency is not an option.  It doesn't get you to where you want to be!  So, every single day I'm searching ways to get out of my comfort zone!!  I know I will reach my goals this year!!  Nothing will get in my way!

So, one of my biggest goals is to help 5 people advance to be a Diamond Coach in Beachbody!  What does that mean??  Basically, that YOU as a coach are helping others change their life...you are building a team of coaches that want to do the same, you are starting to see a big difference financially in your life... Would $500-$1000 a month change your life??

That means I'm looking for 5 highly motivated people who are willing to work, willing to be coached and mentored for success, willing to change lives and make a difference in other peoples as well as their own!  I'm looking for 5 people who will take this leap of faith just like I did and say, "WHY NOT ME??"

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If you say "I want to be one of your 5 people"...then here's what I promise YOU!!  You will not walk this road alone.  I am here to mentor you, guide you and share with you all you need to know in order to be successful in this business!  You will not reinvent the wheel.  There is a proven system of success that works!!

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Here's what you'll get:
  • 1:1 calls with me  
  • Weekly Team Calls
  • Group Training Opportunities
  • New Coach Training Group
  • Training from TOP Coaches in Beachbody
There is a wealth of knowledge available to YOU on our team!
You are not going to do this alone!

Are you ready for a change...What is your WHY??  Your reason that what you've just read is tugging at your heart?  I can't wait to talk to you.  Are you one of these 5 people who will step up and say "I want to make a difference!!  I want to change MY life!!  I NEED a change and I believe this is it!!"

If you are waiting for a sign...this is it! I want to help you be successful!!

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If you have any interest at all in being a Beachbody Coach, please fill out this Coach Application and I will get back in touch with you!!  I look forward to hearing from you and helping you be successful!


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