21 Day Fix Week 2 Update and Progress - Plus Meal Plan

Week 2 is completed...week 3 begins!  

I'm starting the 3rd week of workouts and eating plan. I'm learning some new things about myself thru this process, both about my eating habits and my workout habits.

Meals

My eating habits...well, let's face it...I love my oatmeal, through and through. I've known that about myself but didn't realize how much I crave that in the mornings. When I have my oatmeal, I hate only having a single yellow serving size of oatmeal. Literally I think it's too small. So I've had to adjust to that size or use 2 of my yellow containers. But them I feel like I miss out on my other favorites like sweet potatoes and quinoa. So do I have a solution?  Not really, other than to just vary it and learn that it's a give and take for my yellow container. 

Cauliflower Rice

Although I will say that because of this "problem" with lack of yellow containers, I've learned to try new alternatives that incorporate my green veggie containers in place of the yellow containers. Here are 2 of my favorites...spaghetti squash and cauliflower rice!!!  These totally satisfy my craving to have a grain like quinoa or brown rice, yet it doesn't take away that container for the day!!  I make a big batch if these to have for the week and it works wonders!!

Meal Plan for week 3

21 Day Fix Meal Plan

Workouts

I've really had a different outlook with these workouts last week. I've enjoyed then in a new way. Even though, I'll be honest, I've struggled getting up at 5 am each morning I've pushed through it. I have literally had a conversation in my head each morning debating whether or not to get up and workout. Something like this, "oh I'm so tired and the bed feels so good" "but, I've really enjoyed the workout one I get started, it really isn't that bad, you know you should get up and workout", "oh but I am so tired", "come on you can do it...just get up"!!

Literally, I had this conversation every morning last week, but every morning the GOOD VOICE on my head WON!! I know I have turned a corner when I can say that!  So that's a major victory for sure. 

I am definitely feeling stronger doing these workouts even though the scale hasn't changed that much, I'm ok with that. This is a process and a journey and above all I am shaping new habits and new lifestyles!  

If you are looking to get started with the 21 Day Fix and get into challenge/ accountability group and start a new habit lifestyle for yourself please fill out the application below to be a part of the 21 Day Fix Group starting April 14th. You will be amazed by the results of this program. 

Here are some results of some of my challengers.

Lavonne- Week 1 results - 5 lbs lost

Jamie - 21 Day results 8 lbs lost 

Julie - 21 Day results 8 lbs lost

Sarah 21 Day results 6 lbs lost & 7 inches.

Would you like to be a part of the next accountability group?  Fill this out below!

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Day 1 of 21 Day Fix

Today is the day…Day 1…It Begins! (I'm taking a short 21 Day break from P90X3 and will return to that when I'm finished!)

I'm really excited to be starting this 21 Day Fix.  It takes 21 days to break a habit and make a new habit.  I LOVE food!!  I have my favorite foods and like many others, I have the hardest time keeping my portion sizes the size they need to be.  That's why I am so excited about this program and nutrition plan.  It gives colored containers based on food groups that you need each day and you fill those containers up with the appropraite amount of food!  It's a paint by numbers nutrition and exercise program!

I spent some of yesterday planning and prepping for my week.  I've created my meal plan for the week and will stick to that.  I am following the 1200-1499 calories per day meal plan, and I'm allowed to have a certain amount of colored containers per day and here they are…

Green - 3 per day

Purple - 2 per day

Red - 4 per day

Yellow - 2 per day

Blue - 1 per day

Orange - 1 per day

Teaspoon - 2 per day

So, based on each colored container, I created a meal plan (color coordinated of course) for the week!  Now I know EXACTLY what I need to eat and how much!!  (Isn't it pretty?)

I prepped my meals on Sunday…I grilled a bunch of chicken for the week and made 3 dozen meatloaf muffins (my kids LOVE these for their lunches, so had to make extras!).  I chopped a bunch of veggies to top my salad so now I just need to scoop those out with a green container!  Made quinoa and some spice mixes too!  All ready to go!!

The other part of this plan are the workouts!  They are 30 minutes long…for 21 Days.  Today I started with Total Body Cardio Fix.  Tons of fun, easy to follow, and great total body workout!  More to come on the other workouts!  Here's a list of them

Day 1 - Total Body Cardio Fix

Day 2 - Upper Fix

Day 3 - Lower Fix

Day 4 - Pilates Fix

Day 5 - Cardio Fix

Day 6 - Dirty 30

Day 7 - Yoga Fix

If you are interested in joining me in doing this program and would like more info about my next challenge group with 21 Day Fix, fill out this application below to be a part of the next group or to learn how to order!!

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What is the 21 Day Fix?

This is what so many people have been waiting for…A brand new workout which is the 21 Day Fix!!! It's available to YOU on February 3rd, 2014!  This is a rapid weight loss program that is designed to take all the guesswork out of weight loss.  It gives you a nutrition guide with portion controlled containers, a workout program, plus the support and accountability of me as your coach!

This program is designed by trainer Autumn Calabrese and she shares her passion for food and fitness as she teaches you to make simple choices that add up to life-changing results.

Now there's a program that makes losing weight so simple and easy to follow, you'll never have to diet again! Introducing 21 Day Fix, the latest breakthrough from Beachbody®.

30 minute workouts

Can you say AWESOME program???  This is a genius idea to combine a 30 minute workout with the exact portion size containers that you need in order to eat the appropriate portions for you to lose weight.  We forget that your weight loss is 80% dependent on your nutrition!!  So, this is a GENIUS idea!  Takes all the guesswork out!

21 Day Fix

So, do you want to be a part of the exclusive 21 Day Fix test group?  Wanna get your hands on this program as soon as it's released on February 3rd?  This will not be open to the general public on February 3rd…only those who have a Beachbody Coach!  So…here's what you'll need to do to get your copy…

Go to my site and create a FREE ACCOUNT which makes me your Beachbody Coach.  Then I will send you the details of the 21 Day Fix the week of January 27th.  I will be hosting a 21 Day FIX EXCLUSIVE TEST GROUP for individuals who would like that continued support, guidance, motivation, and accountability to start and complete the workout program!!

Do you want to be a part of the Exclusive 21 Day Fix Test Group?  If the answer is yes, then fill out the application below to be considered for a spot in my test group.  This group will be a select group of individuals ready to take on the commitment of this 21 day program.  I will walk you through the nutrition plan, teach you how to plan it out, and will help you be accountable to your goals of a new lifestyle.  This is done through an online private support group, only the members in the group will be able to see what is being posted.  I won't let you fail!  My goal is your success!  The only cost is the cost of the challenge pack which includes everything you need to get started.  The 21 day nutrition guide, the program manual, the workouts, free shipping, discounted price and me as your coach for the accountability, support and guidance!!!  Let's make it happen!  You are going to  look amazing this spring and summer!  Why not start now!!  You will be the next TRANSFORMATION STORY!!!

21 Day Fix Exclusive Challenge Group

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2014 ~ New Year, New You!

It's almost 2014!!  Can you believe it?

Every new year we set our New Year's Resolutions…What's yours this year?  Have you thought about it?  Well, I've been thinking a lot about it over the last few weeks.  What do I want to accomplish this new year, how do I want to improve myself, what are my goals for health, fitness, my Beachbody business, etc.  I'm still working on some specifics, but when I get them all down I'll post them!

                       

What is YOUR RESOLUTION?  Is it time for a CHANGE?  Are you tired of the way you are feeling and know you need to take some steps for better health this year?

NOW is your time!!  It's a NEW YEAR and time for a NEW YOU!!

On January 6th, 2014 I'll be starting a New Year, New You fitness challenge.  Take the steps NOW to be where you want to be in 60 days!!

Get RID OF THE MUFFIN TOP!!!

New Year, New YOU Health Challenge

So…What is New Year, New You Health/Fitness Challenge?

Have you ever had your New Year's Resolution be to lose weight or get healthy?  Most likely, your answer would be YES, in some way, shape or form…am I right?  No matter how much weight you have to lose, 3 pounds or 100 pounds.  I'm sure at some point in time, you have had that goal…

Did you reach that goal?  Did you stick with your resolution for more than 2 weeks?  Did you find yourself on fire the first week and slowly dwindle off motivation come the 2nd week or maybe even the 3rd week.  Then it became a game of "I'll start on Monday".

Does this sound familiar? Most likely…YES!  

So you may ask…what makes this different?  Well, with this health/fitness challenge…Personalized support, motivation, accountability and teaching on how to meal plan for greatest success.

Accountability + Motivation + Support = RESULTS

Accountability + Motivation + Support = RESULTS

I have to say that doing a workout at home by yourself with no support is pretty hard. But knowing you have a place to check in each and be accountable to makes all the difference in the world. It's just nice to know you have a shoulder to lean on when you have a bad day and then to celebrate with when you hit your goals!! So that's exactly what we are going to do.

Path to Fitness Success

This is for ANYONE at ANY fitness level, beginner to expert!  What you'll need to do, is choose a Beachbody fitness program (some options include: P90X, P90X3, T25, TurboFire, Insanity, 10 Minute Trainer, Slim in 6…to name a few).  I can help you determine what would be a good fit for you depending on your fitness level and your goals.

After you choose a fitness program, the next part of the group is that you commit to drinking Shakeology, for the next 60 days to give your body 1 meal that is supercharged with ingredients that will give you natural energy, cravings will be curbed, you will stay full for at least 3 hours and its equivalent to 6 salads in one meal.

The Challenge is all done through a closed online facebook support group.  So only the members of the group can see what is being posted.

 

Example of Weekly Meal Plan

Then, I am going to teach you how to plan the other meals of the day.  I will help you create a customized meal plan, give you recipes, snack ideas, tips, motivation and keep you accountable. Every day I post in the challenge group your daily mind set tip or post.  You check in and rate your date and read what is posted.  We all keep each other accountable!

I am going to address the emotional eating, eating out at restaurants, going on vacation, temptations, cheat meals, body image and more!

This plan is designed to help YOU SUCCEED!  That is my #1 goal!  I want YOU to reach your goals that you have made for yourself this new year!

Success is in your reach!

What's Next?

Next, if you are interested in creating a NEW YOU for yourself this year and committed to making a change in your health, the fill out this application below to be accepted into the "New Year, New You" Health/Fitness Challenge.

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Let's SUCCEED this New Year!!  Make 2014 a year of SUCCESS, not REGRETS!  It starts NOW.  Take control of your health in a way you never have before!  It's up to YOU!

Make a Healthy Change!

P90X3 -- Get it Here First…AND Be Part of an Exclusive Test Group!

We are all in the middle of "holiday mode", right?  With Thanksgiving behind us and parties, festivities and Christmas before us, let's be real, it's tough to stay on track, myself included.  There is always fun and festive foods to distract us and make us fall off course.  However, there's a time we need to get back on track and remember our goals we set before the holidays started.  It's not about what happened over Thanksgiving, it's about where we go from here…Now is the time to get back in gear and REFUSE those extra pounds from creeping onto our body!

So, what do you choose…do you want to add the extra 5-10 pounds from Christmas and the holidays to your waistline?  Or do you want to be EXTRAORDINARY and do what other people aren't willing to do at Christmas time?  Well, you may be asking HOW do I think we can become EXTRAORDINARY and lose weight or become more fit during the holidays…

…Well, I'm glad you asked.  I am SOOOO excited to be sharing this with you!!  About 4 years ago, I tried my hand at P90X.  Now, I have to be honest with you…I didn't finish it, I only made it through about 45 days of it.  This was before I knew anything about Beachbody, Challenge Groups, or even doing a program properly.  I was a good example of "what not to do" when doing a fitness program (meaning I took no before or after pictures, no measurements, did not follow the meal plan…nothing!).  However, even in the 45 days I did the program, I got stronger throughout and definitely had better fitting clothes.  But what made me stop, was the TIME!  I didn't have 60-90 minutes each day before my kids woke up and the day began.  It just wasn't possible for me.  So, as much as I hate to say this, I quit the program.  

Well, I found a solution to my TIME problem when I was introduced to T25 and had amazing results from this program!!  TWENTY-FIVE minutes of a fast and sweaty workout!  I was in heaven…that's what I needed to be committed to a workout because I could fit it into my schedule!!  Now, it gets even better!!  There's ONE MORE amazing option for those of us wanting to get amazing results in only 30 minutes a day!


MEET P90X3!!

So…what's the scoop??Well for starters, YOU CAN NO LONGER USE THE EXCUSE THAT YOU DON'T HAVE TIME TO WORKOUT!!  Anyone can carve out 30 minutes a day 6 days a week in their busy schedule to get an amazing workout in!

P90X3 - 30 Minutes a Day!

Muscle acceleration explained
Many P90X fans were hooked on the science of muscle confusion – which introduced variety to the workouts and prevented plateauing. P90X3 takes a hint from that success and from studies showing the most dramatic body transformations happen within the first 30 minutes of exercise. Enter muscle acceleration, a Tony Horton-approved highly-structured schedule with an incredibly high level of intensity and an unprecedented variety of moves. The gurus behind P90X3 combined exercises and added some twists to maximize your time and keep every muscle challenged for a full 30 minutes.

The base kit includes 16 workouts so you are never going to get bored.
Everything from cardio to strength, pilates, yoga and MMX there is something for everyone!  

The ideal P90X3-er
It may seem lofty to proclaim, but P90X3 is indeed a workout for everyone.  Everyone searching for tighter abs and leaner muscles, that is. But fitness novices and experts need not be afraid by P90X3’s come-one-come-all invitation. You don’t have to have any previous P90X experience in order to get killer results. For the beginner, the variety of workouts in P90X3 is the perfect place to discover their fitness style. If the move can be modified there is a cast member showing you how. But don’t expect to be an expert on day one. (Yes, fitness veterans will still be challenged.) As Tony says, ”You don’t get off easy, you just get to finish faster!” 

It doesn’t stop there
And of course there are some bells and whistles too good to ignore. First off, the Coach exclusive: If P90X3 is purchased through a Coach any time from December 10th – 31st (including Challenge Packs), the customer receives an exclusive P90X3 baseball cap. What better way to spread the word about this revolutionary program?

And last but not least, we have the app: Yes, now for the first time the P90X app is available on Android and iOS (will be available 12/10 on Android) The app includes P90X guided workouts, tools to track your reps, weights and progress. Launching soon, is the P90X3 addition – which brings you workout specific tracking modules, scheduling options and the motivation you need to power through the 90 days. P90X3 scheduling and tracking will be available on the app for Android on 12/10 and is coming soon for iPhone. Check out the app and get ready to bring it!

So when can you get it?   
You can score your very own P90X3 on December 10th.  P90X3 will be released on my site in which you have a couple of options.  There will be an introductory price of $180 vs $205 for the Challenge Pack which includes the 90 day workout, the nutrition guide, program manual, schedule of workouts, shakeology, free 30 day trial of the club membership, free shipping and a discounted price when you get the package. 

Or your second option is to purchase the program alone.  That is $119.00, and the equipment needed are weights, bands and an optional pull up bar but you can use a band with an over the door attachment if you don't have one!  I did my whole first round of P90X with the bands and got amazing results.

If you would like to be notified when you can officially purchase the workout please go to my site and create a FREE account and you will receive an email from me the minute that it's released!  You won't want to wait, this is going to go fast!

P90X3 Workout

Here are some of the amazing results of the test group for P90X3!  What results do YOU want from this workout?

P90X3 Test Results

P90X3 Test Group Exclusive Challenge Group

Because of the amazing results above, I've decided to do an Exclusive P90X3 test group!  I am only accepting a select number of individuals who would like to get my support, motivation and accountability to start and finish this program.  The point is to get in the best shape of your life in 90 days!!  I will walk you through every single step of the program using the nutrition guide, the workouts and 24/7 support of me as your coach in a private closed group.  You will be taught how to meal plan, prep, and set yourself up for success!  This group will begin on December 30th, 2013 and will run for 90 days.  Just in time for your new years resolution!!  Start the new year in the very best shape of your life!

Fill out the application today to be considered for a spot in the test group.

Registration closes on December 20th, 2013.

PRE-Black Friday Specials!!

I LOVE a great deal…do you?  I have been known for taking things back to get the price adjustment on the pair of jeans or shoes.  I get so excited when I get a deal, I love looking at the Pre-Black Friday specials and figuring out which ones I can't live without.

Well…I've got some up my sleeve that I know you can't live without.  

You may be thinking that Christmas and New Year's is around the corner and you've got parties planned and events to attend and you are in some major need of getting some of those extra pounds off that you put on over Thanksgiving dinner!

Well, now is the time to act…here is YOUR deal that you can't pass up.  This is something that you choose to do for YOU, for YOUR HEALTH this year.  Start now and don't wait until 2014 to get healthy!

Wednesday Nov 27th
From 8 am to midnight ONLY

 $20 Cash Back Immediately on any Challenge Pack 

**Plus…receive an EXTRA $20 Coupon for a future purchase from Beachbody when you purchase a challenge pack in November!!!

To purchase your Pre-Black Friday Special:

First you must make a FREE account with Beachbody 

Then Click HERE to order!

If you would like to be a part of my next Challenge/Accountability Group starting 

December 2nd please fill out the application below!