We've all made them. Grand proclamations of the good person, fit person, organized person we will become on the magical day known as January 1st. Since New Years is only a few weeks away I thought this would make a great topic.
Change, true lasting change takes time. Sure you can say that after the first of the year you will never ever ever eat a cheeseburger again...well you know what...YOU WILL. We make these promises to ourselves that we can never keep. Telling yourself that you will never cheat on your diet, or that you will never miss a workout is just setting yourself up to fail.
The reality is that you will slip on your diet, you will miss some workouts and you might even fall off the wagon all together. The important thing isn't what you don't do...it's what you do. It's how you handle the slip ups that will determine your success.
If you've decided that January 1st will be your start day for your new diet/exercise program then do this...start making small changes today. Cut back on fat and sugar...switch your white bread for whole wheat...white pasta for wheat pasta. Start this now...not on the 1st.
Next week start moving...start walking...get up and get moving. I don't care what you do...just move. Dance naked...doesn't matter! Keep up with the food changes you made this week, and then start moving! Next week is Christmas...enjoy your two days...Christmas Eve and Christmas Day...enjoy! Saturday...make sure you start moving again!
Decide what program you will start on the 1st of the year. Interested in Beachbody? I have lost 25 pounds and am still losing. I can help you pick a program and I can help keep you motivated. 2010 will be MY year and I'd love for it to be yours too. If you haven't already sign up for my FREE coaching at www.beachbodycoach.com/jamiemarie
Then on the 1st...add in your fitness program...stick with it...keep your food changes and make sure you add in your fruits and veggies and are drinking your water.
Making changes now, instead of all the changes on the 1st will make the transition easier.
If you need help, need a coach or just need someone to talk to...let me help you. email me anytime bbcoachjamie@yahoo.com
--Jamie
708-285-2336
www.beachbodycoach.com/jamiemarie
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Monday, December 7, 2009
Do it for you...
We have all tried to people please at some point in our lives. I for one am a people pleaser to a fault. I will people please myself right into unhappiness. What is the point of giving so much of yourself that you have nothing for yourself?
During a family party yesterday I was getting compliments on my recent weight loss. I've been working my booty off (really!) and it felt great to hear it....but I kept waiting to hear just one positive remark from my mom and it never came. At the end of the night I felt like crying. She and I worked together for 2 1/2 years, she knows how hard my struggle with weight has been and how defeated I had been each time I had failed.
So while others listened to me go on about my workouts and Beachbody and how I finally feel like I have it under control...she listened and seemed annoyed and said nothing. I waited, I wondered if it would come and nothing.
It was a blow I half expected, but one that I had hoped I was wrong about. So I went to bed feeling a mixture of anger, sadness and confusion about how this woman who I have been so close to could completely ignore my happiness....
and then I had it. It was MY happiness. Mine and really mine alone. Looking to other people (as great as it feels) to lift me up and make me feel good about myself is a mistake. Seeking out positive praise for something I'm doing for myself is a moot point.
I have taken control, I'm happier, I'm skinnier and I don't need anyone to validate that. So this morning my message to you is DO IT FOR YOU. Because at the end of the day you never know who will support your journey and who won't...but it really doesn't matter if you are taking steps to leading a healthier and happier life for yourself.
During a family party yesterday I was getting compliments on my recent weight loss. I've been working my booty off (really!) and it felt great to hear it....but I kept waiting to hear just one positive remark from my mom and it never came. At the end of the night I felt like crying. She and I worked together for 2 1/2 years, she knows how hard my struggle with weight has been and how defeated I had been each time I had failed.
So while others listened to me go on about my workouts and Beachbody and how I finally feel like I have it under control...she listened and seemed annoyed and said nothing. I waited, I wondered if it would come and nothing.
It was a blow I half expected, but one that I had hoped I was wrong about. So I went to bed feeling a mixture of anger, sadness and confusion about how this woman who I have been so close to could completely ignore my happiness....
and then I had it. It was MY happiness. Mine and really mine alone. Looking to other people (as great as it feels) to lift me up and make me feel good about myself is a mistake. Seeking out positive praise for something I'm doing for myself is a moot point.
I have taken control, I'm happier, I'm skinnier and I don't need anyone to validate that. So this morning my message to you is DO IT FOR YOU. Because at the end of the day you never know who will support your journey and who won't...but it really doesn't matter if you are taking steps to leading a healthier and happier life for yourself.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
What motivates YOU?
I have friends who are in great shape. Some do it because they want to look good, some because they want to feel good and some because they are single and are just waiting to hook that guy! :) Everyone has a different WHY. What motivates me, may not you and vise versa.
Do I want to look good in a bikini? Sure! Does that make me workout every morning...NO. I get up and push play every day because I want to FEEL my best and I want to always be making progress. My stomach has carried two pregnancies, been stretched to its limits and the reality is it may never look amazing in a bikini. If I was only motivated by looks, one day my drive would fade and my programs would be sitting in the closet getting dusty.
I am motivated to feel my best so I can be my best. I would love to hike, run marathons, kayak and live a very active life. I want my kids to have adventures and I want to be actively enjoying each one of their precious memories :)
I can't believe how much different my life perspective is compared to just a month ago. Body changes and emotional changes are happening every day and I couldn't feel happier. I hope that you take a moment and think about all the things you hope to do one day. What's stopping you? Think about your why and then find your passion and drive to go out and make it a reality. One day at a time :)
Do I want to look good in a bikini? Sure! Does that make me workout every morning...NO. I get up and push play every day because I want to FEEL my best and I want to always be making progress. My stomach has carried two pregnancies, been stretched to its limits and the reality is it may never look amazing in a bikini. If I was only motivated by looks, one day my drive would fade and my programs would be sitting in the closet getting dusty.
I am motivated to feel my best so I can be my best. I would love to hike, run marathons, kayak and live a very active life. I want my kids to have adventures and I want to be actively enjoying each one of their precious memories :)
I can't believe how much different my life perspective is compared to just a month ago. Body changes and emotional changes are happening every day and I couldn't feel happier. I hope that you take a moment and think about all the things you hope to do one day. What's stopping you? Think about your why and then find your passion and drive to go out and make it a reality. One day at a time :)
Monday, November 9, 2009
My diet...
So I used to think I could diet or exercise. In all reality before having kids I could. I stayed thin, ran a lot but ate whatever I wanted. After having kids it all changed...I can't choose to diet or exercise. I have to conquer my overall health.
This quest that I'm on isn't a 6 week journey. It isn't a 12 week journey. This is my journey to leading a healthy, happy, and long life. I want to keep up with my kids, I want to try new things, I want to show my kids that their mom doesn't just go through the daily motions but that she CREATES her own happiness and makes herself a priority and that is truly living a full life.
Making small changes in my diet have brought me to this place where I can now eat really really CLEAN. I am eating 5-6 small meals per day. I have cut out all white pasta, sugar and high fat meats. The craziest thing is that I am actually enjoying the foods...I'm enjoying the flavors and I'm mostly enjoying the way that I feel because of these changes.
I have also replaced one meal per day with Shakeology. It's a Beachbody product that has over 70 healthy ingredients in it. No way I can eat that healthy on my own so I feel its the perfect compliment to my ever improving diet. So far I've only tried the chocolate one and I love it. I do it blended with water, ice, natural peanut butter and banana. It's great!! If you are looking to make a healthy addition to your diet check out Shakeology. www.beachbodycoach.com/jamiemarie
This is not to say I don't enjoy my junk food....oh I do! Now instead of mindlessly eating whatever I want whenever I want- I plan my cheat meals. Yesterday I ate well all day, got my nice small meals in and had a great day...last night, I enjoyed pizza out with my family. It was planned and it was wonderful. I enjoyed every bite. I earned every bite :)
Til next time...
This quest that I'm on isn't a 6 week journey. It isn't a 12 week journey. This is my journey to leading a healthy, happy, and long life. I want to keep up with my kids, I want to try new things, I want to show my kids that their mom doesn't just go through the daily motions but that she CREATES her own happiness and makes herself a priority and that is truly living a full life.
Making small changes in my diet have brought me to this place where I can now eat really really CLEAN. I am eating 5-6 small meals per day. I have cut out all white pasta, sugar and high fat meats. The craziest thing is that I am actually enjoying the foods...I'm enjoying the flavors and I'm mostly enjoying the way that I feel because of these changes.
I have also replaced one meal per day with Shakeology. It's a Beachbody product that has over 70 healthy ingredients in it. No way I can eat that healthy on my own so I feel its the perfect compliment to my ever improving diet. So far I've only tried the chocolate one and I love it. I do it blended with water, ice, natural peanut butter and banana. It's great!! If you are looking to make a healthy addition to your diet check out Shakeology. www.beachbodycoach.com/jamiemarie
This is not to say I don't enjoy my junk food....oh I do! Now instead of mindlessly eating whatever I want whenever I want- I plan my cheat meals. Yesterday I ate well all day, got my nice small meals in and had a great day...last night, I enjoyed pizza out with my family. It was planned and it was wonderful. I enjoyed every bite. I earned every bite :)
Til next time...
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Beachbody...my journey
As most of you know by my posts I have recently started working out and am loving my results. I wanted to tell you all a little bit about my story.
Just a few months ago I was becoming a really unhappy person. I was not loving my working environment (loved the actual job, not the conditions) I was putting on weight and actually got heavier than the weight I was when I went into labor with my second child. I was getting depressed and it showed.
Big changes came over the next month. I started working from home, therefore improving my working conditions. I started cooking at home more..began slowly improving my diet....and eased my way into working out again.
Then in Sept my life changed in a way I never expected. I started working out to Slim in 6, a Beachbody product that promises to change your body in 6 weeks. Well, I have two weeks to go and I'm already a different person.
Change doesn't come easy, and anyone who tells you it does is fooling you. Step one of the Slim in 6 process, taking before pictures. THE HARDEST THING in the world is looking at those pictures. It isn't so much the fat rolls and extra weight that really bothered me...but the REASON I had those fat rolls and weight. It was the physical proof of the way I've been feeling. The proof I couldn't ignore any longer.
So I took on the challenge. The workouts are hard, they require focus and dedication and follow through. Some days I didn't feel like doing them, but I did. I pushed through the soreness and my results are proof of that. After 4 weeks I have lost 15 pounds and 25 inches over my body. 2 weeks to go and I'm hoping to hit that 20 pound goal for my 6 weeks.
Slim in 6 isn't a magic potion, its hard work. The hard work doesn't end after 6 weeks. I'll keep working. I'll keep pushing to get to where I want to be. My next challenge will be ChaLEAN Extreme, a 12 week program that will have me lifting weights! I'm scared, but know that I've already conquered the hardest part. I admitted my weakness, I acknowledged that change was necessary and now I have committed to making those changes a reality.
If you feel like I felt, if your energy is low, your mood is bad and your body is not what you dream it to be...join me on my journey. We will motivate eachother!
It's not easy, but by getting up every day and pushing PLAY, I am one day closer to my goals. One day closer to my AFTER.
If this speaks to you, please email me and I'll send you my link. I'm not pushing this on anybody. I don't want to pressure you...but I feel like I've found my answer and I think it could be yours too.
Thanks everyone!!
A special thanks to my coach...love you and your support!
--Jamie
Just a few months ago I was becoming a really unhappy person. I was not loving my working environment (loved the actual job, not the conditions) I was putting on weight and actually got heavier than the weight I was when I went into labor with my second child. I was getting depressed and it showed.
Big changes came over the next month. I started working from home, therefore improving my working conditions. I started cooking at home more..began slowly improving my diet....and eased my way into working out again.
Then in Sept my life changed in a way I never expected. I started working out to Slim in 6, a Beachbody product that promises to change your body in 6 weeks. Well, I have two weeks to go and I'm already a different person.
Change doesn't come easy, and anyone who tells you it does is fooling you. Step one of the Slim in 6 process, taking before pictures. THE HARDEST THING in the world is looking at those pictures. It isn't so much the fat rolls and extra weight that really bothered me...but the REASON I had those fat rolls and weight. It was the physical proof of the way I've been feeling. The proof I couldn't ignore any longer.
So I took on the challenge. The workouts are hard, they require focus and dedication and follow through. Some days I didn't feel like doing them, but I did. I pushed through the soreness and my results are proof of that. After 4 weeks I have lost 15 pounds and 25 inches over my body. 2 weeks to go and I'm hoping to hit that 20 pound goal for my 6 weeks.
Slim in 6 isn't a magic potion, its hard work. The hard work doesn't end after 6 weeks. I'll keep working. I'll keep pushing to get to where I want to be. My next challenge will be ChaLEAN Extreme, a 12 week program that will have me lifting weights! I'm scared, but know that I've already conquered the hardest part. I admitted my weakness, I acknowledged that change was necessary and now I have committed to making those changes a reality.
If you feel like I felt, if your energy is low, your mood is bad and your body is not what you dream it to be...join me on my journey. We will motivate eachother!
It's not easy, but by getting up every day and pushing PLAY, I am one day closer to my goals. One day closer to my AFTER.
If this speaks to you, please email me and I'll send you my link. I'm not pushing this on anybody. I don't want to pressure you...but I feel like I've found my answer and I think it could be yours too.
Thanks everyone!!
A special thanks to my coach...love you and your support!
--Jamie
Thursday, November 5, 2009
About me
I am a work at home mom of two who always put herself last on the list. My kids, work, housework...it took all my time. Over a period of 4 years I put on 50 pounds, with two pregnancies, two times on bedrest and horrible eating habits. I looked in the mirror one day and I didn't recognize who I was anymore.
My journey has taken me two years of starting and stopping my workouts and diet plan. I wasn't ready to do it. I honestly don't know what stopped me, but each time something held me back from giving 100%.
Sept 2009 brought big changes for me. I stopped working with my mom and ventured out on my own. A change that was necessary but scary too. Knowing that all the responsibility of my home business was in my hands was huge. Empowered and scared, I vowed to change myself for the better and put myself back on the to do list. I needed to be fit and happy in order to do my job as a wife and caregiver well. So I did.
I started a round of Beachbody Slim in 6 and I will never look back! In 3.5 weeks I've lost 14 pounds and 24 inches around my whole body. I've gone from wearing really really tight size 12 pants to easily sliding on any pair of size 8's.
My journey is just starting and I want you to take it with me! You owe it to yourself to live your best life and Beachbody is the perfect way to start doing that. Visit my site at www.beachbodycoach.com/JAMIEMARIE and sign up for my FREE coaching!
In a few more weeks I'll be kicking up my workouts for a new challenge. ChaLEAN Extreme! Can't wait to continue watching my body change and to help you change yours.
Til next time,
Coach JamieMarie
Independent Beachbody Coach
708-285-2336
KEEP PUSHIN PLAY!!
My journey has taken me two years of starting and stopping my workouts and diet plan. I wasn't ready to do it. I honestly don't know what stopped me, but each time something held me back from giving 100%.
Sept 2009 brought big changes for me. I stopped working with my mom and ventured out on my own. A change that was necessary but scary too. Knowing that all the responsibility of my home business was in my hands was huge. Empowered and scared, I vowed to change myself for the better and put myself back on the to do list. I needed to be fit and happy in order to do my job as a wife and caregiver well. So I did.
I started a round of Beachbody Slim in 6 and I will never look back! In 3.5 weeks I've lost 14 pounds and 24 inches around my whole body. I've gone from wearing really really tight size 12 pants to easily sliding on any pair of size 8's.
My journey is just starting and I want you to take it with me! You owe it to yourself to live your best life and Beachbody is the perfect way to start doing that. Visit my site at www.beachbodycoach.com/JAMIEMARIE and sign up for my FREE coaching!
In a few more weeks I'll be kicking up my workouts for a new challenge. ChaLEAN Extreme! Can't wait to continue watching my body change and to help you change yours.
Til next time,
Coach JamieMarie
Independent Beachbody Coach
708-285-2336
KEEP PUSHIN PLAY!!
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