You have no idea how disgusting Taco Bell smells while you exercise.

I reached the 21st day of my journey yesterday.

It is so insanely crazy how fast time goes. I feel great. I feel challenged. I also feel that there is a long way to go in my fitness journey. And that is the exciting thing about fitness... I can ALWAYS improve. I can ALWAYS develop and strive to reach my goals!!!

There are a few things that I have learned throughout my journey that I would like to share with you---

1. Just because other people eat poorly, does not mean you have to eat poorly as well.
    I was doing my Piyo workout on Saturday morning when my lovely husband comes home with "fresh" Taco Bell... and I almost vomited. You would think that it would upset me that he came home and rubbed this fast food feast in front of my face. Just the contrary, it made me happy that I was not putting that *hit in my mouth. Literally, it made our apartment smell like a dirty, sweaty Mexican rice bowl ( I am not knocking Taco Bell...but the mix of it and my sweat from working out just did not please my senses)

 There are two positives to this story:
1. He did not bring any home for me.
2. He called me first to make sure it was okay that he brought some home for himself.  He knows that I am doing this clean eating challenge so he wanted to make sure that I approved of this delivery. I can handle the temptation, but I was not thrilled that he was eating it.

I am dedicated enough to this challenge that I will not stray from it. I am stronger than someone else's temptations. Do not let other people tempt you with their non-nutritional food--- you tempt them with enjoying your nutritious food. If you want to be different... eat a salad for lunch, not a Big Mac. 


2. Stay motivated and inspired
1. Our motivation must come from inside ourselves (see my video on Youtube titled "My Story")
2. You must have a big enough reason "why"
3. You need to believe your goal is attainable.
4. Your environment is a BIG influence on motivation. Surround yourself with support!
5. Inspire others, and they, in turn, will inspire you. (THIS IS FACT AND IT IS HAPPENING TO ME NOW!)

Let me clarify... I am NOT doing this for people's approval. This is alllll me! This is my desire to take my body where it has never been before (yikes... did not see quotations about space coming into play tonight but let's just roll with it, shall we?)  But it is pretty incredible to know that I am strong enough to do this.

And people are supporting me. My amazing husband understands what I am going through and gives a lot of positive reinforcement for me! What is even better is that people are changing their lives because of something I said, posted, or talked to them about. (Eating a healthier lunch is a big step people so do not down play the little things you do!)

3. Portion control is a shocking revelation
This is the biggest part of my eating plan and holy smokes is it important!!!! My portions are very specific regarding lean protein, healthy fats, veggies and fruits.

Look at this interesting graph about obesity and large portion sizes (www.nature.com):

4. Take photos

If it was not for my stomach, I would not be able to tell any difference in my body. I just do not see it! It is probably because I am not nearly as chiseled as I want to be. But I took "Day 1 vs Day 14" photos and it really motivated me! I also took my measurements in the beginning on my journey so that I can see specifically how my body was influenced by my dedication.



I have loved this journey so far. I love having a blog and being able to share my story. Thank you all for your love and support! <3

Inspiration---my coach's personal story of how her life was changed!

It's Friday night. I am happily sitting in our home office,drinking some coffee, working and listening to Carrie Underwood's "Something in the Water" on repeat. 

I am so incredibly moved by this song. Like "driving home in the car, crying, goosebumps all over the place, could not wait to listen to this song again."  This blog is not to preach or to sway you in any sort of way towards what or who you believe in. But I will openly tell you that I believe in The Lord...and He is GREAT!!!! 

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      I am a new coach with Beachbody. But tonight, this blog is not about me...this blog tonight is about the woman who the Lord used to bring this amazing opportunity to me... Her name is Tammy Glann.       Tammy and I have not known each other for long. But she has known my husband for most of his life. Tammy is married to Jeff Glann (our officiant at the wedding!) and their son is Jeremy (our best man!). These are some incredible people!
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This is Tammy's story about how Beachbody has changed her life:

"I used to weigh 330 pounds. I was a diabetic for 20 years, had high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and had severe IBS. I was on heavy doses of med’s for all of these conditions. My diabetes was out of control and my diabetic medicine was not working any longer. The doctor wanted to put me on insulin.

Then, a friend introduced me to Shakeology. I started drinking Shakeology and I lost 22 pounds my first month. After just 30 days, my doctor took me off all the med’s except for the diabetic meds. 

After 6 months of drinking Shakeology, I am no longer a diabetic and am med-free.I have more energy than when I was in my 20’s! I am not skinny yet….but I will be! And it’s all due to Shakeology, the various Beachbody workouts, and the amazing support that I have from other Beachbody Team members.

Because of what Shakeology did for me, I decided to become a full time Beachbody Coach. I am now helping others to overcome the bondage of obesity. I am helping people become healthier, more fit, and even helping them with their goals to be debt free. I am very passionate about Shakeology and what it has done for me. I tell people, “Jesus saved my soul….but Shakeology saved my life!”

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If you are moved because of this story, GOOD! Message me, comment on my page, send a text to me, mail a letter to me...whatever you want to do!!!  If you do not really know what to feel or if this is not the right time for you.. you are wrong. This is the perfect time <3

Maybe you want to be more active? Maybe you want to lose baby weight? Maybe you are "fit" but you want to take it to another level? Maybe you want to be a Beachbody coach yourself?? Maybe you just need some support and love in your life...

Not everyone has the same story. Actually, no one has the same story. That is why YOUR story is the most important on your life.  " Do not waste the life that the Good Lord gave you"