Anyone else ever feel like summer time is like a double edged sword???
You want to “look your best” as you begin to shed the winter layers and pull out the shorts and tanks and dresses and swim suits and such — but at the same time the weddings and vacations and travels and picnics and birthday parties and graduations and cookouts make that a bit more difficult.
Sometimes too “hard” that even STARTING something new during the summer just doesn’t seem WORTH it.
Some people will simply throw their hands up in the air and say forget it.
Some people will take in excuse after excuse for reasons why they CAN’T make it work and vow to make it work “later.
Then other people will look at the challenges and MAKE a plan and make it WORK because deep down inside they KNOW it matters, its worth it, and the time will come!
But if there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years it’s to find balance in all the things you love and practice moderation-never-deprivation and to find COMFORT in myself and confidence to be the best mom I can be!
I signed up for the 21-Day Fix Extreme TV test group to start on July 4th. I can’t say that I really WANTED to do it at the time – but I had a busy month ahead, full of a lot of fun in the sun, travels, family visiting, etc… and truth be told I was afraid if I didn’t sign up for it – I would totally let myself fall off track. I began the challenge on July 4th with the mindset to CONTROL THE CONTROLLABLE.
Throughout the 21-days of the challenge I enjoyed:
My daughter’s 5th birthday, 2 other birthday parties, one week of family visiting, a baseball game, family reunion, my best friend’s wedding (out of town I may add!), and typical Summer “STUFF”.
Was I perfect?
Oh heck no!
Did I enjoy the cake and cookies?
Oh heck yes!
BUT >>> I never missed my workout OR my shakeology in those 21 days.
This challenge was about enjoying myself without losing myself.
And I am happy to say – MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
If I can lend any piece of advice to you – its to LIVE LIFE HAPPILY.
Treat your body the way it was designed to be treated.
Stay active, have fun, fuel up with clean, nutrient dense foods at least 80% of the time and more importantly don’t let a “diet” run your life.
Make it your LIFESTYLE and you’ll never feel trapped.
Here’s to enjoying the final month of SUMMER with confidence and cookies!!!
If you are looking to make a change and would like some help getting there let me be your LIGHT.
I run accountability groups every month to help other people get started on their journeys and find the balance I once longed for and now achieved.
Fill out the application below if you’re interested in learning more about what I offer!
And since every move is set to great country music, you’ll be having so much fun, you won’t even notice that you’re toning your body and scorching the fat! Plus, it comes with an easy-to-follow nutrition plan and portion-control containers to maximize your results.
You might be her.
Ever hear the saying “you can’t out run a bad fork” – its true! You can exercise until you’re blue in the face but if you’re not properly fueling your body you won’t see the results you ‘think’ you deserve! The best part is – it won’t take long for the theory to be proven true. Sure it may take a few days to adjust but in time your body will crave the greens, crave the fruits and you’ll realize you have plenty of energy without the added carbs and sugar!!!
Sure almonds are a great source of healthy fats…but a typical “serving” of almost is about twelve. TWELVE! Much less than a heaping handful you may be tempted to grab. Similar carbs like quinoa and sweet potatoes provide so many nutritional benefits but there’s a big difference between a 1/2 cup of quinoa coupled with some lean protein and veggies compared to a full cup with likely less veggies!
There’s a reason why you see knockoff container systems when you walk into WalMart or Bed Bath and Beyond…because the system is flipping GENIUS! But here’s the deal…they’re selling you a set of containers. We offer a full rounded SOLUTION to a problem. Success leaves clues. These companies are TRYING to duplicate what we’ve mastered but they’re missing the full picture. They’re missing the point that you need support and accountability to help you not only get started but stick with the change so it becomes your WAY OF LIFE! They’re missing the fitness component and they’re falling short. Don’t get fall in that trap!
I have opened enrollment for my next fitness challenge and I am inviting you to GO FOR IT!
No this isn’t my first time nor my last nor do I find it as a quick fix. The 3 Day Refresh for me – is my KICKSTART! My swift kick in the booty to say: “hey – knock off those bad habits, break the sugar cycle, get rid of the junk you’ve put in your body these last few weeks, and FEEL better” I tend to BLOAT like a mad woman when I eat gluten (which is why I generally avoid it – especially beer – but lately its been a super common staple to my diet. I feel it in the way my clothes fit and I see it on the number on the scale.
Maegan Blinka 