This has been my life for the past 6 months!! I don't regret it but I'm starting to see how it can spiral out of control and put me right back where I started. I was almost 200 lbs., plump and unhappy, finding attention and love in all the wrong places....
So I'm challenging myself to 21 days of no cheating, regimen and dedication to myself! #icandoit#again
Challenge yourself daily, it's a part of growing and developing who you truly are!
Bad habits are hard to break, what is even harder is knowing exactly what you need to do to get yourself to your goals but you are not doing!
My tips to you:
>> Make it conscious, don't only figure out what it is but WHY you are doing it.
>> Put it in WRITING so it sinks in and post it up somewhere where you will see it everyday.
>> Switch you bad habit with a good habit, something that will help distract you from your bad habit!
So now I am going to truly challenge myself (and encourage you too do the same) and close out 2015 strong!
Who is with me!? Send me an email so that I can help get you started before the New Year!
Sometimes, this is harder to do then to realize. I know exactly what I need to do to get the body, mind, and soul that I want. It's just getting past my own excuses to actually achieve it.
I go through waves, intense waves of extreme self-control with my eye on the prize. And then boom, life hits, and every excuse in the book seems valid! The true balance is to find that middle point between the two extremes. Find the point that you can balance consistently, without wavering to one extreme or the other. This will be different for every person, that's what I found in my coaching and personal experience.
So my advice to you, is to really assess some goals that are not only a little bit scary but also attainable. And be accountable to those goals. Find a community that will uplift you and support you while you find your balance.
Remember that nobody's perfect, and were all going on her own health and fitness journey. You can do it, I know you can!
So tax season is right around the corner.... and normally I DREAD THIS TIME OF YEAR. Taxes are just not my strong suit, and that is fine by me smile emoticon
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BUT this year I am happy to say I got ALL my W2's EARLY (yes more than 1, oh and definitely more than 3 haha).
The best thing is.... what I made with my "little" health and wellness business blew me away!! I calculated it all out to find that with Beachbody income ALONE I paid my UCSB school loan payments, RENT, car insurance, and all my house bills.... THAT IS A SHIZA TON!
-- ONE MORE -- From 2013 to 2014 I gave myself a 57% RAISE... what?? Now that is my kind of raise wink emoticon
It is amazing to have this WEIGHT lifted from my shoulders. I grew up in a single income family with three kids. I NEVER asked my mom for anything because I knew she would do her best to make it happen, blood-sweat-and-tears make it happen! I could never let my mom go through that. SO I either earned it myself or just got over the fact that it was not meant for me to have or do..... Being able to get all of these bills and life necessities paid for by my Beachbody business is the biggest blessing of 2014 for me.... next year my goal is to be DEBT FREE and buy a new car with cash -- NO payments baby! wink emoticon
BUT the BETTER part is -- every dollar I make is a direct reflection of how many people I get to help and due to the hard work of my TEAM! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> I feel really blessed to be living such a purpose driven life. heart emoticon <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
If you were ever curious as to what this whole Beachbody coaching thing is, reach out to me! I don't bite! tongue emoticon I would love to talk to you about the possibilities of making a small to 6 figure income while HELPING people change their lives for the better. Apply for my upcoming Coach Apprenticeship HERE! OR If you need someone as an accountability partner in your journey to health and fitness, I would love to be your coach! Reach out to me for guidance and access to my AMAZING health community. xoxo,
a little sneak peak of our preweek FABULOUS October Challenge Free and Fit for Fall Group!!! I am so excited for our challengers to change their lives
If any of my friends need extra accountability for a Beachbody program they are doing, please reach out to me! The Challenge runs from October 1-26th and will provide daily motivation and accountability.... message me!
I cannot let you see it all >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> only for my trusted and KICKASS challengers
FUN FACT: my favorite part of being a coach is probably designing the visuals for my groups
PS shout out to Jennifer Mirabile's team Free and Fit!! I love your team name so much that I made it our October challenge name in your honor
Have you ever wondered WHY things are good for you? WHY you should eat X over Y? Why water is so important, or what the difference is between saturated fat and trans fat?
INTRODUCING
THINK ABOUT IT TUESDAYS!
Today is all about AGUA Many times when you think you are hungry, your body is really just dehydrated!! So why does this happen?? What makes water so important to weight loss, body function, energy, etc?
So your healthy success tip for today is to - drink half your weight in ounces of water per day! Make sure when your hunger comes to attack, that you drink a big glass of water first to make sure you are actually hungry.
But why drink more water? Will it really help me lose weight, cleanse, or be healthier? All I am asking is for you to put down that DIET COKE and read on for just 5 minutes, PLEASE <3
Here are 10 reasons why you should
drink more water each day:
1. Perfect For Weight Loss - water has no fat, no calories, no carbs, no sugar and can help act as an appetitie suppressant
2. Keeps Your Heart Healthy - if you drink adequate water each day, studies have shown that it will decrease your chance of a heart attack
3. Keeps You Energized - being dehydrated can zap you of your energy and make you feel tired
4. Natural Headache Cure - some headaches are caused by lack of water; drink more to prevent and treat headaches
5. Healthier Skin - many celebrities swear that one of their best beauty secrets is drinking a lot of
water each day for clear and glowing skin
6. Cleansing Effects - water is used by the body to flush our toxins and waste
7. Be More Productive - water helps your body perform at it's best, including during exercise. Dehydration makes it hard to be as productive and active as you can be
8. Digestion - not only does water help organs to absorb nutrients better, it can also help with stomach acid problems
9. Helps prevent/treat constipation - sufficient hydration keeps things flowing along your gastrointestinal tract and prevents constipation. When you don't get enough fluid, the colon pulls water from stools to maintain hydration -- and the result is constipation.... YAY TO POOPING! ;)
10. Protects and cushions your vital organs, including your heart.
10 Ways to drink more water:
1. Use a straw
2. Buy a pretty water bottle
3. Set an alarm every hour
4. Spice it up with fruit
5. Drink 1 glass before every meal
6. Every time you go to the bathroom drink 1 cup
7. Drink 2 cups right before bed
8. Compete with a friend
9. Buy a 64 oz bottle and finish it during your work day
10. For every non-water beverage drink 2 cups
So the real question is:
Are you drinking enough water?
Have a question about health and fitness that you want answered? Lets learn about it together!! I don't claim to know everything, but you can learn a lot by doing a little research :D Post in the comments below or EMAIL ME with your question.
So I have come to find over the years that I am an INSTANT GRATIFICATION kind of person. I LOVE to have immediate results and immediate change when I do something. This is exactly where my issues with my body and eating have stemmed from. When I was bigger, instead of making life long changes that would help me not only lose weight but get healthy... INSTEAD I dyed my hair, went shopping, tried a different style of makeup, all of these things were coping mechanisms to help me burry my issues with my body.
LONG story short, I also HATE waiting for my food to cook, or bake, or WHATEVER. I want to eat when I am hungry. hahahah SO I need recipes that are quick and easy or else I will be very grumpy :D
BOOM!!!! Sweet and Spicy Baked Yams
Though these are not quite INSTANT because you do have to wait for them to bake.... I didnt have to do much, and I like that, I like it a lot :P
So here is how I made this magic!
Thing you will need:
- 1 sweet potato or yam
- Cayenne pepper
- Cinnamon
- Curry powder
- Coconut Oil
- a pan, a knife, and an oven ;)
Steps:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees, I had to do 400 degrees F because I think our oven is a little off!
2. Dice the yam into small pieces, since I am impatient I like to make smaller pieces so they will cook through faster!
3. Take 1 tsp. of Coconut Oil and rub into bottom of your pan
4. Place yams in the pan and sprinkle the 3 seasonings over the top, SHAKE IT AND BAKE IT!
5. Place the yams in the oven for approximately 30-40 minutes or until tender, use a fork to test out a larger piece.
VOILA a DELICIOUS side dish to add to dinner. It will taste AMAZING and not take you any time <3
ALSO fun fact of the day: If you are trying to lose weight and cut back on carbs, sweet potatoes and potatoes are (in my opinion) a GREAT way to get complex carbohydrates without all the processed CRAP that you'll find in other products. Remember when you eat clean you are eating things that don't come from a bag or box, that are fresh, and as little ingredients as possible!! I do my best to eat a Paleo Vegetarian diet because honestly just FEEL better, less bloated, and clean <3
Try this recipe out, and please leave feedback for what you think!
So getting back into the swing of things has been ROUGH! A week in vegas will do that to you.....
So to clean out the FroYo, pizza, nachos, more nachos, taco salads, and of course a beautiful chocolate on chocolate on chocolate cupcake..... wow that was delish but coming home monday I was ready for some REFOCUS.
I jumped into the 3 Day Refresh (brand new cleanse!!) and I am finishing up day 3 today :D results and details to come <3
RESULTS AND DETAILS TO COME!
AND I started a new pilates~yoga fusion program called PiYo. Today's workout was SWEAT, and boy did I!! No weights, low impact, HIGH intensity. I cannot wait to see my LONG LEAN MUSCLES <3
It has only been a recent discovery of mine that I NEED more stretching and strengthening. I have this faulty notion that to lose weight and get fit is all about cardio and weights.... YES this is true, both exercises can do WONDERS for your body. BUT you need to incorporate stretching!! With my body type, I easily BULK up and have to be careful with what programs I choose and how I utilize them. Incorporating yoga into my daily schedule has been PERFECT to lean out my muscles while building strength. BUT I do have to say with my CRAZY personality, yoga can be bit of a bore at first! VOILA! PiYo comes in to my life and I am READY to embrace it :D
You may ask, "Heally, why is Beachbody always coming out with new programs. Which one is a good fit for me?" WELL the way I see it is we all have different bodies, different mind sets, different GOALS, not one workout will please us all. Beachbody has made it their goal to have a catalog of programs so that ANYONE can get fit, that is a beautiful thing <3 My JOB as a coach is to help you find your SOULMATE workout and help you fall in love with health and fitness, or at least enough to get you off your BUM! <3
I was fortunate enough to become a certified PiYo instructor last week while in Vegas! I loved learning every move that is going to STRENGTHEN, LENGTHEN, AND STRETCH my body. This is my team and I getting ready for an entire day filled with PiYo! This program is for EVERYONE! From the fittest athlete to the beginner that is too afraid to even push PLAY!
Is PiYo meant for me?
PiYo is meant for the person who wants to increase flexibility, balance, get longer looking muscles, and wants to treat their body a little better. For all of you shorties out there, no your legs will not grow longer... BUT they will look lean and BEAUTIFUL! ;) This is a challenge for your body that also incorporates healing and strength building all in one SWEATY workout.
The key here is: LOW Impact & HIGH Intensity Movement - lots of sweat :D
Pilates + Yoga + faster paced + athletic training + fun music = PiYo
Pilates: an exercise method based on styles of yoga, gymnastics, calisthenics and dance (think modern). Joseph Pilates, the founder, designed pilates for rehabilitation purposes during WWI, however now there are VERY many styles of pilates. > Benefits: Improves muscle coordination, balance, and posture. Develops a stronger core (think nice flat abs and strong lower backs), increases strength, and flexibility. To be honest it reminds me of a Core Power Yoga class -- super charged but modifiable.
Yoga: Traced back to India some 5,000 years ago for meditative, prayer, healing and restoring energy purposes. While its evolved over the years, yoga has had a strong presence in the fitness and religious capitals. > Benefits: Reduces stress, restores energy, increases flexibility and breath, releases toxins, improves balance and posture, connects the mind in body through breath.
REAL RESULTS
“The first thing I would say about PiYo is, don’t be fooled by the name. It’s not Pilates and Yoga. Yes, you’ll get the core strength and flexibility benefits of yoga and pilates, but you’ll also get cardio and strength training. So you’ll burn fat and build lean muscle all over your body while you become more flexible.” — with Patrick Riehlman.
One of my FAVORITE classes of the program thus far has to be Drench (45 mins): This workout not only leaves you drenched, but your metabolism will have been kick-started to ensure you scorch away fat!
What is PiYo?
Carve an intensely defined physique-without jumps, without weights, and without joint strain. Using body weight, PiYos uses low-impact, high-intensity movements inspired by Pilates and yoga. The result? Long, lean, muscles, a high, firm booty, and tight, flat, sexy abs. PiYo will work every single muscle to stabilize, stretch, and strengthen every inch of a body. And since Chalene Johnson cranked up the speed and the fun, crazy calories will be burned too!
Your PiYo program includes:
8 WORKOUTS (ranging between 25-45 minutes 6x a week)
Align: The Fundamentals (40 min.): This workout breaks down the most important and effective moves in the program to help you perfect your form and get the best results possible.
Define: Lower Body (25 min.): Get your sleekest and leanest legs ever as you lengthen and strengthen your entire lower body—from your glutes and hamstrings to your calves.
Define: Upper Body (35 min.): Use this incredibly effective workout to start chiseling away at your upper body to help shape your arms, carve out your triceps, and define sexy shoulders.
Sweat (35 min.): A traditional PiYo workout that incorporates effective dynamic conditioning, fast-paced cardio yoga-flows, and bodyweight resistance strength training to help sculpt your entire body.
Core (30 min.): This ab-centric workout hits your powerhouse from every angle to build a strong core, flat, sculpted abs and obliques, as well as a strong and sexy back.
Strength Intervals (25 min.): Twenty-five minutes is all you need of this nonstop body-carving, calorie-incinerating workout that uses no weights, no equipment, and gives you no bulk!
Drench (45 min.): This endurance workout maximizes fat burning while it works every muscle in your body. It will not only leave you drenched—it will kick-start your metabolism as you scorch away the fat.
Sculpt (30 min.): This workout uses varying tempos to keep your muscles under tension for different periods of time. This generates muscular endurance and metabolic changes that will totally transform your figure.
TOOLS FOR SUCCESS
Quick Start Guide. Everything you need to know to get started including valuable insider tips to get your best results possible!
PiYo 60-Day Workout Calendar to make sure you're progressing each week as you build up your strength, flexibility, and stamina.
PLUS, 4 FREE GIFTS (when you order through a coach like me =) )
Get Lean Eating Plan. A simplified approach to clean and lean eating designed to fit your lifestyle and your taste buds! Learn how to eat a variety of delicious, nutritious foods that keep you properly fueled, satiated, and nourished—and help you define your best body
Buns (25 min.): Focused on the glutes, this workout is designed to lift, redefine, and tighten the entire backside of your body for the perfect tight and round butt.
Tape Measure. Track your progress as you melt the fat away faster than you ever imagined.
Pricing Details:
Challenge Pack:$140
Nine 30-minutes fitness PIYO DVDS, Nutrition Guide and Fitness Guide
Month Supply of Shakeology! Your favorite flavor(s) delivered on Home Direct
30-Day FREE trial membership to the Team Beachbody Club
ME as your coach!
Support and accountability group, FREE, to help get you to your goals!
I am starting a Support Group for PiYo starting in July, NOW is the time to reach out and make change. Because it is BRAND NEW, PiYo is basically FREE. DO IT
Not ready yet? That is okay!
CLICK HERE for a FREE Team Beachbody Membership and for me to be your coach! I will get to know you better, listen to your struggles and goals and together we will help you make appropriate changes in your life!
To find me on Facebook and see if I'm the right coach for you, please don't hesitate -- send me a friend request and let me know who you are!
xoxo,
PS: A MESSAGE FROM THE CREATOR ChaLEAN Johnson-
“I created PiYo to meet a need… my own need! I was falling apart, literally! Injury after injury, I thought my body was starting to break down. I felt uncomfortable in most yoga classes because I wanted to move more and the music left me uninspired. I often was the least flexible and I found myself wanting big sweat, dynamic movement. I loved the long flexible lines from Pilates, but the grace and small controlled movements left me longing for more. I needed flexibility and even on the days I was doing yoga or pilates I felt like I had to do an extra cardio or strength workout. I was frustrated but I knew I needed flexibility and better core strength. I needed a solution.
My body was falling apart and I attributed it to “part of getting old” until my doctor explained to me that it wasn’t my chronological age that was causing me an endless list of injuries, but rather my physical age. I had neglected to care for myself. My lack of flexibility and years of intense cardio, impact and over-training were breaking me down. I needed a workout that would transform my body from the inside out, give me strength and restore my joints. I wanted workout that gave me flexibility, strength and cardio without destroying my joints. I wanted change. I needed a solution. I wanted music and movement that made me feel like a powerful, flexible athlete. I didn’t just want to look good, I wanted to just feel better when I got out of bed in the morning.
If you’ve taken a PiYo class from one of the thousands of health clubs across the globe that offers this unique workout… you have experienced just a sliver of a sliver of what the PiYo home workout has to offer. Get ready for a game change. This program is about transformation from the inside out!” – Chalene Johnson
With all the buzz surrounding the 21 day fix things have been a little PSYCHOTIC! The launch was bigger than any other product to DATE, their week projection sold in 8 hours!! Let's just say they passed their first week's projected sales in 8 hours... DID you catch that, 8 HOURS HOLY CANOLI! I did anticipate a HUGE sell out but nothing like this.
So what's all the hype about, why is everyone going all coo coo for the FIX?? Well, this program is UNLIKE anything else on the market. It's a Beachbody exclusive PORTION control system that enables you to take the guess work out of nutrition. No more counting calories, thank the lord, OR weighing food << never even tried, or guestimating (guilty as charged!!). If it fits in the container you can eat it, if it doesn't save it for tomorrow! Just determine what your needs are with the nutrition guide and create your color code combination! It really is just that SIMPLE…
I don't know about you but portion control is definitely a issue for me, and looking at these containers I think I have a HUGE issue. My first week of trying the program I failed because of my own stubbornness. I DEMANDED and legitimized changing this RESULTS proven program by saying that I "deserved" more veggies and fruits. The thing here is, I am more than welcome to eat WHATEVER the hell I want. BUT will that nutrition plan get me to me goals, make me happy, keep me healthy, give me energy? NO. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results. We need to come to reality and out of denial and take ACTION to change our lives.
In addition to a revolutionary meal planning system this program also comes with 7 AMAZING 30 minute workouts that will work every INCH of your body!
Dirty 30 workout
Total Body Cardio Fix
Upper Fix
Lower Fix
Pilates Fix
Cardio Fix
Yoga Fix
Plyo Fix** (Available when you purchase through me, or your Team Beachbody Coach)
There you will see THE 21 DAY FIX challenge pack, this is where you select which one you want, and also which flavor(s) of Shakeology you want as well. Keep in mind that when you get the challenge pack you get FREE shipping (that saves you $10-15 right there) but you also get a free 30 day club trial membership (extra meal planner, grocery list and totally customizable another $15 value)... OH and if you EVER decide you want to coach for business or discount (or both) Beachbody actually waives the initial sign up fee (normally $40) when you get a Challenge Pack (CP). Just keep that in mind! ;-) ya never know what can happen when you start seeing results (which you will) and you want to start SPREADING THE FITNESS LOVE!
*SIDE NOTE: I LOVE the chocolate bulk bag forever and always, however I totally recommend checking out the flavor combo packets (Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry) so you can try different recipes and keep it fun and interesting! You can always change, modify or cancel your order without any hassle (just let me know so I can help you). Not only that, but I want to get to know your GOALS so don't forget to fill out my form here on my blog so we can start working towards YOUR goals! It is under the tab
These are real people, that live BUSY real lives, and don't have time to mess around. They want results fast, BUT they put the hard work in to get there. This whole program was designed by a busy working mommy AND national bikini competitor who is a product of her product! The best part is this program can be done over and over, meaning it's not so extreme that you can't do it year round. Which is definitely something I have been looking for in a program! (CLICK here to get ALL the program details).
****I'm doing my LAST call for The 21 Day Fix for this month-- what I believe will be our BEST SALE OF THE YEAR is happening now and ends on SUNDAY, yes they extended the sale FOR YOU! And for the price of what Shakeology normally costs ALONE, you get the program WITH IT. Seriously, if you pass up a deal like this, you're going to say in a few weeks, "WTF MATE…." I am currently on Day 6 of my 21 day challenge and I am LOVING IT. I am feeling the burn in my workouts and the portion control is flattening that belly of mine helping me reach my goals!! I cannot wait to see where I will be at the end of my 21 days <3 Join me on my transformation into a happier and healthier me! xoxo, Heally
1. How much will the 21 Day Fix Cost?The 21 Day Fix will start out at $58.85 for the Base Kit, and the Challenge Pack will only be $140!! That’s like paying $10 for the 21 Day Fix Base Kit when you buy Shakeology. Apply below to get in my test group, the challenge pack will go up to $160 after February 28, 2014. UPDATE: the challenge pack promotional offer was extended through Sunday March 2, 2014 9PM PST. (see the complete pricing breakdown below)
2. What is included?In the Basic 21 Day Fix: You will receive 7 workouts on 2 DVDs Dirty 30 workout, Total Body Cardio Fix, Upper Fix, Lower Fix, Pilates Fix, Cardio Fix, Yoga Fix. Plus the nutrition guide with 7 containers that are essential to following the plan. You will also get a workout calendar, 3 day Quick Fix that Autumn uses for photo shoots, an eating plan, and 24/7 Online support, and a shaker cup.
3. What does the nutrition plan look like?The nutrition plan was one of the easiest things I have ever seen. No food is off limits because everything was in moderation. SO if you already eat clean and healthy you just use the same foods and portion them according to your plan. The food was easy to shop for, prep, and eat and you are allowed Shakeology. When you order the 21 Day Fix, you receive portioned food storage containers that are measured out for the perfect portion. You don’t have to count calories, macros, or anything. It’s planned out all by containers. The containers are easy to carry with you, and they are microwave and dishwasher safe! 4. Can I modify meal plans for my needs (vegan, vegetarian, breast feeding, etc)? Yes, yes, and yes. The meal plan can be adapted to meet your needs, and there are directions on how to do so included with the materials you’ll receive when you order the 21 Day Fix.
5. Can I have a cheat meal? You just don’t want to stuff your face. You can have a treat a few times week, and she does break down how to include for something like pizza or lasagna.
6. What results can I expect? People generally lose 10-15lbs!! It isn't a starvation or quick fix type of program either. You can lose 10-15lbs and keep it off when you practice the healthy habits you learn in those 21 days.
7. What are the workouts like? They are 30 minutes long and vary daily. Autumn Calabrese is the trainer, and the set is very light and fun. Each workout is intense and necessary to your results. Two of the things I love about the 21 Day Fix is
Autumn is a stickler for proper form to help you get the most out of every move and not risk an injury, and
The modifications are awesome. She is very specific about how to modify moves, and there is a modifier in every workout. She is working too…I hate it when they are over there all perfect and barely breaking a sweat. The modifier is giving it her all, and I loved that.
Something to add to your daily workouts!!! I can't remember what ShaunT in T25 calls this one but I love to use it between cardio intervals…. It is an active cool down between high intensity moves.
Try it out!!
1. Start in a right leg lunge with both legs at a 90 degree angle with arms straight out like a T. 2. Shift your body to come to a wide legged sumo squat with arms remaining up. Sit deeper to feel the BURN in your thighs 3. Shift your body to the opposite leg (left) for a deep lunge similar to move #1. Then do it all again in the opposite direction!
Continue these three moves, sitting deep into your lunges and squat… when you feel the burn KEEP PUSHING! Keep your arms up for an extra upper body burn OR add an overhead chest press with light weights. Always remember good form and to keep your knee above your ankle. Good luck and Happy HUMP day
If you need extra help with accountability and support, email me! I would love to get you started towards a happier and healthier you <3
We've all been there, sick and tired of not seeing progress or change. You make endless changes just to find that nothing is happening. You are ready to throw in the towel and reach for a hamburger and fries and call it a day! Ever feel like quitting? Hell yes!! A better question is how many time a DAY do I feel like quitting. We have all been there and not wanted to continue on. Whether it is growing your own business, starting a healthy lifestyle, working on a project, etc. we have all wanted to give up and not look back. Even the most successful people have felt like giving up, and have probably done so.
BUT this journey that we call life is not the smoothest road to travel. There will be twists and turns and bumps and probably some accidents! You might have to take a detour or you hit a pothole, whatever road you are on will be hard. Does that mean that you should give up on your dreams, on yourself? NO!
Because we cannot see what is around the next curve, we often unfortunately give up. The unpredictability of life is hard but it is what makes it so exciting!! So when you feel like quitting what can you do to turn on the positivity and look fear in the eye? Here are some ways to face your fears and not give up!
- Reflect back on the reasons you started in the beginning. What was the first thing that really catapulted you towards this goal? For me it was when I looked down at the scale and I was far too close to hitting 200 lbs. I did not want to be there! I had let myself go so far that I knew I needed change. Find that spark that first created the flame of change and rekindled that fire! (so cheesy!!)
- Focus on the positive. Write down 10 reasons why you CAN do it! 10 reasons why you WILL succeed. What are you strengths that will push you forward and get you to where you want to be? My boyfriend Ryan and I are constantly uplifting ourselves and each other so that our hearts know and believe that we are "good enough," "strong enough," and "capable!"
- Move your focus to the solution rather than what is holding you back. Whatever you focus on expands right?! Put into the universe the outcome in which you desire. If you focus on your struggle that will be the biggest thing on your horizon. Mind over matter people!!
- Give yourself permission to quit..... sound weird? If you give yourself permission to quit and then think about what will happen when you do, you can focus more on why you are doing it in the first place. If you tell yourself "I can't quit" then it is almost more enticing to quit! If you do quit will you be happy though?
- The definition of insanity is doing the same thing and expecting different results. Maybe what you think is working for you is not! Maybe you need to assess your methodology, your nutrition, or workout program. Set realistic goals for yourself, something that you may have to push hard for but that you can actually achieve! Lose 20 lbs. in 1 month is HARD!!! and for many it is not realistic. But something like "fit back into my favorite jeans comfortably" that is a measurable realistic goal!
- Make a contract with yourself that you must follow. What do you intend to accomplish? How do you intend to accomplish these goals? How long will it take to accomplish your goals? What will happen if you do not accomplish the goals? Sign and date this contract and tape it to your mirror! Look at it everyday and ask yourself, "Am I doing everything I can to accomplish these goals?"
- GET REAL! Success isn't easy, were you tricked by the illusion that you can success doesn't take work? Because it does, plain and simple! If you want to quit something, then you should quit fooling yourself that success is a piece of cake!
- GET OVER IT! Once you realize that it takes more time than 3 weeks for you to see visible results you will realize that these healthy small changes that you are making MUST add up and pay off down the road. It took me 3 years to lose 30 lbs., some people can lose that much in 60 days but I quit SEVERAL times after I didn't see results after 2 weeks. I am so thankful I stuck with it though, I kept pushing play, getting my sweat on, and making healthy decisions! Now I not only have made a physical transformation but an emotional transformation and I am so HAPPY!! :)
There is no difference between successful people and non successful people, there is no secret or magic that you have to obtain! As Darren Hardy states in his personal development book The Compound Effect, "Achievement is not about luck, it is about science! You reap what you sow." When you really focus in on what you want and you make small and smart choices each day consistently, with time you will see RADICAL DIFFERENCE! Just have patience with your body, remember it took years to get to where you are, so change will not come over night.
Good Luck!! Don't quit now, not after all of your hard work!
xoxo
Heally
