Week 2 in the SHOP

July 31, 2017August 10, 2017Leave a comment

1 week down and 2 to go!

Today our RAMP UP fitness program is taking us to 35 minute workouts with alternating HIIT and strength training days with a rest/active rest day on Sunday. Let me just be honest. I am RESTING on Sunday!

We were faced with our first “big” temptation of the program last weekend as we traveled to my home town for a family reunion. Our plan of attack: BE PREPARED.

We sliced apples & red peppers, took plenty of water and Shakeology packets for a quick meal on the go! And for those temptations that would later come – a batch of Cookie Dough Energy balls to the rescue.

We enjoyed ourselves – stayed in control and allowed ourselves a small indulgence.

Then we came back and BOUNCED right back on track!

Too often people allow their travels and slip ups to totally derail them but you only FAIL if you STOP trying.

Today the 5am alarm went off and we were up and at it!!!

The SHIFT has us changing up our meal plan this week reducing our starchy carbs and increasing our greens and proteins along with the 10 minute increase in the workout length!

Here’s what our week looks like:

The ENERGIZE is something I drink DAILY before my workouts and the Recover/Shakeology is a post workout replenish! I prefer the Performance recover but too much dairy causes me belly and skin issues!

I’ve tried to do a few days of an extra Shakeology shaken with water and a few days of Recover but this week I am going to try a half and half combo! It makes such a difference in the way I feel and my sore muscles are telling me to try something new!

I am excited to kick off another round of the SHIFT SHOP!

In just two weeks one of my launch party guests is down 8 pounds and another is down 4!

Another challenger is down 5 in just WEEK 1

Another pulled out a pair of shorts that were “embarrassingly uncomfortable” less than a week ago

And the list goes on and on!!!

Are you ready to MAKE THE SHIFT?!?!

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How the Shift Shop Meal Plan works

July 23, 2017August 10, 2017Leave a comment

I couldn’t be more EXCITED to officially kick off my Shift Shop LAUNCH PARTY tomorrow!!!

New programs are ALWAYS exciting – and bring new light into my home fitness world and what I can do for others but after participating in the OFFICIAL COACH TEST GROUP this spring and seeing first hand the POSSIBILITIES of this program I have learned we all have so much MORE potential that lies deep within us and when you MAKE THE SHIFT incredible things can happen.

And now – I get to instill that potential and BELIEF into others!

The workouts are amazing and the motivation provided by Chris Downing, the trainer paving the way is unparalleled but honestly – the FUEL we put into our bodies is what DRIVES the results you can see!

BUT – HOW?

How does it work???

HERE’S THE BREAKDOWN:

WEEK 1 Get rid of the foods that are holding you back and start with a better balance of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats with carbs being at the forefront, mostly from fruits and veggies with a few starches (yams and potatoes) and legumes (beans and peas) thrown in.

WEEK 2 As your body adapts and the workouts increase in length, it’s time to accelerate your results and cut back on the starchy carbs while increasing proteins, veggies, and healthy fats.

WEEK 3 Here is where everything comes together. You are working out at your peak while eating your cleanest. Starchy carbs are eliminated to make way for your best results—and although it’s a challenging week—you can help ward off your cravings with Shakeology, the superfood supplement shake designed to support your nutrition goals without sacrificing results.

I am starting fresh with my challengers along with my husband and here is our game plan for week 1:

HERS:

HIS:

I know the possibilities and I know each and every one of the ladies who have committed with me on this journey have the potential to achieve all the goals they set forth to achieve and its my role to help them get there.

If this looks like a program you may be interested in and you would like to be a part of my next 21 Day Online Health & Fitness Challenge – then fill out the application below.

I truly believe: TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER!

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The Shift Shop Calendar & Example Meal Plans

July 12, 2017July 12, 2017Leave a comment

Its time to MAKE THE SHIFT!

The Shift Shop Workout is finally here! Below you will find the workout calendar, meal plan, and a information on how you can join my EXCLUSIVE launch party group!

I cannot wait to help you get started!

You will need Agility Markers for the program, which you can find here.

If you would like more information on Shift Shop, here are a few places to find out more:

I am so excited for the program to become available for you all to experience! I can’t wait to help you and watch you MAKE THE SHIFT!!!

The meal plans are broke into 4 categories – A, B, C, D.

Here are a few examples (NOTE: Plan A is dairy free as I do not consume dairy!)

Shift Shop example Meal Plan Plan A week 1.jpg

To apply now complete the online form, and reserve your spot. I will respond within 24 hours.

*I am only able to work with those not enrolled with or working with a Teambeachbody Coach or my current customers/coaches.

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Chopped salad

May 12, 2017May 12, 2017Leave a comment

Its been 5 days of MAKING THE SHIFT with the new program SHIFT SHOP and I gotta say-feeling like a brand new baby challenger again just starting out has me feeling all the feels!!!

When I committed to the 21-day fix over 3 years ago i was 100% COMMITTED – following my meal plans, measuring my foods, avoiding the temptations and just staying focused. Once I met my “goal weight” I got more lenient.

Arguably – Rightfully so…but then I got comfortable. And 2 pounds here and 3 there started to add up.

And while my focus is not on the scale and more so on how I FEEL it was rippling into other areas and I am PROUD to say I AM BACK IN MY GROOVE!!!

One thing I used to have DAILY was a salad for lunch. I’m not talking plain chicken and lettuce. A loaded, filling, FUN and different salad to help me get in the greens and really fuel up on good foods and with salads a part of the daily lunch plan in week 1 of SHIFT SHOP – I fell back into where I started.

WHAT YOU NEED:

1 cup romaine/spinach
1/2 cup carrots
6oz grilled chicken (rotisserie also works well!)
1/2 cup steamed edamame
2 tbs almond slivers
Dressing of choice

(If you’re following the Shift Shop meal plan or Portion Fix nutrition system this would be: 1.5 greens, 1 red, 1 yellow, 1/2 blue, 1 orange)

Optional:

Strawberries
Tomatoes
Red peppers
Avocado

WHAT TO DO:

Combine the lettuce/spinach, carrots and chicken in a large bowl and chop (I find using the Pampered Chef Salad Choppers makes it a BREEZE!!!)

Add any additional toppings and dressing. Continue to chop

Top with almonds and edamame and ENJOY!!!

If you’re interested in learning more about the SHIFT SHOP workout program or tips on clean eating, meal planning, prep and accountability – fill out the form below!!!

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Its time to make the SHIFT

May 7, 2017May 7, 20173 Comments

Its Day 0.

And tomorrow launches DAY 1 of my first ever TEST GROUP and an incredible opportunity to make a SHIFT in myself and challenge myself to new possibilities!

I am honored to start this next chapter in my health and fitness journey and I am EXCITED to share more with my friends, followers and my team as I embark in this BRAND new program – available to the public later this year!

The key to success is no doubt in the nutrition and I am pumped to share my WEEK 1 SHIFT SHOP meal plan!

I’ll also be incorporating the energize and recover from the Beachbody Performance line as I want to be sure I am getting OPTIMAL results!

In all honesty, I’ve been riding the struggle bus for longer than I would like to admit and I am in dire NEED to snap out of it, break that sugar cycle and get back to feeling like ME – and I know this is my ticket!

Although I am a coach, I need accountability just as much as everyone else! And I am counting on my challengers and fellow test group participants to hold me to it – to help me along – to share ideas and to STAY ON TRACK!

Click here to learn more about THE SHIFT SHOP and how you can be a part of my LAUNCH party in July when it is released or simply fill out the form below!!!

Until then you can follow me as I share as much as I can about this program, my progress, my feedback and my RESULTS as I complete 2 back to back rounds of this program!

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