The 21 Day Fix is one of my favorite programs now! It is super effective and very encouraging that results are possible within such a short period of time! I lost a little over five pounds and seven inches all together from the 21 Day Fix! I am really excited as I gear up to lead another challenge group!

The first few days I wondered how I would keep up with my containers...then by the end of the first week I had it all figured out and actually was planning meals in my head in "containers" !! Haha...This week I am not doing the 21 Day fix but still think to myself which container would be used when I eat something! It is crazy how I "reset" my thinking when it comes to meals! I know NOW when I am overeating because of how helpful the container system is!

Let's talk about exercise. The 30 minute workouts for the 21 day fix were VERY effective and I love that they don't take much time to fit in! I'm not gonna lie - some days I just didn't "feel" like pushing play...BUT I DID. By the time I started the workout, I realized that it is such a short time...over before I knew it! Afterwards I was so glad I did my workout. The exercise side of the 21 day fix really helped with my results!

Overall - I'd give this program a 10! It is quick. Only 21 days. It is all spelled out for you! Shakeology really is one of my favorite meals! During the fix it felt like a "cheat" meal because my vegan chocolate shakeology tastes like a milkshake! haha....even this week while I'm not being as strict with my diet I know that by drinking my daily Shakeology I'm still getting in my vitamins and veggies that I need while keeping my weight in check! I am looking forward to my next challenge group starting on November 2nd! I am excited for everyone in this upcoming group to see how "doable" it really is!!!




I would LOVE to have you in my next challenge group! Let me know if it is something you would be interested in! If you are new to working out, or if you just need  an extra "boost" or a place to start with your fitness goals - 21 DAY FIX IS THE ANSWER!!! I'd love to help encourage you and get you started! YOU CAN DO IT!



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Well, Tomorrow makes week two out of three for the 21 day fix that I am doing! So far I can tell a positive difference in my energy level and my complexion! My clothes are fitting more loosely (some pants now fit over my thighs and butt that did not last month!) I am learning portion control as well as healthy whole food recipes! The 30 minute daily workouts are convenient to fit in every day and are SUPER effective! Shakeology as a complete meal replacement has helped tremendously as I can make a shake for a quick, healthy breakfast or lunch! I am so excited to share my results when I am done after one more week!!!!! I think it is super important to try something myself before letting others try it! I can honestly say that the 21 day fix so far has been doable and is looking to be VERY effective!

I love that in three short weeks I am able to see accelerated results.... Yes, there are times that have been hard for me - like coworkers bringing in pumpkin pie and whipping cream! (yum!) or cookies, or ordering pizza for lunch!!! AHH!  BUT. The bottom line is this: If I want to change my body and get results, I need to make small changes and sacrifice a little instant gratification to get me closer to my goals and stay on track. I can honestly say I HAVE SURVIVED skipping the processed foods I used to crave A LOT more than I do now! (I'm a little scared actually what fast food could do to my stomach now after two weeks of clean eating! haha...you know what I mean!) I haven't wasted away from skipping the junk food and choosing fruits and peanut butter instead as treats! When I've craved chocolate - and that HAS happened multiple times in the past two weeks, I've instead made one of my vegan chocolate shakeology shakes! That took care of me wanting the taste of chocolate and also helped curb my cravings! (I love adding cinnamon and vanilla to it also to make a cinnamon roll recipe!  - Chilled coffee added is also another one of my favorite ways to drink it!!!)

I'll post again and let you know what my thoughts are after the entire 21 day fix! I will be starting another challenge group later this fall!!!! (In time to be finished before Thanksgiving and Christmas!) Actually, the 21 Day fix challenge pack is on sale the entire month of October!!! Perfect timing if you ask me!!! Until then I plan to keep on keepin' on.....   ;)

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Well, I have been back at work for three weeks now! The first week was the toughest. Leaving my baby in the morning when she is all smiles and most snuggly is the hardest! It has been an adjustment, but good to get into a new routine and schedule I suppose!

I have not mentioned it yet, mainly because I wanted to be positive it really helped...and now I can confirm that it did! I made the decision to have my placenta encapsulated after reading many reviews of other mom's results! My post-partum bleeding was not much of anything and I can say that it is because of taking my capsules! As many people know "baby blues" is something a lot of women face. I did not go through that because I was able to take my capsules as my hormones changed and my daily moods fluctuated. A few times when I felt temperamental I took a few and it really made a difference in my mood! (Just as my husband!! haha) I feel that I was able to "return to normal" after pregnancy because of the help from my capsules! The final test that proved they really helped my mood: The week I returned to work. I felt saddened as I got ready to leave the first couple of days back to work. I teared up a few times while getting ready and decided I should take a capsule to help boost my mood. I can honestly say that I felt better, more stable and positive after taking them...Even a co-worker mentioned how well I handled the transition back to work! I know that positive thinking helps, but I can honestly say I am so thankful that I did the placenta encapsulation!

Lisa is known as "The Placenta Lady" in the St. Louis area. She is very experienced when it comes to prepping and delivering your capsules! I am very happy with the results and wanted to share the info with you! This is her website:   http://stlplacentalady.weebly.com/

I know the subject can be seen as "taboo" because normally your Placenta is whisked away in a biohazard bag at the hospital! We spend nine months creating a human, why throw away the very thing that sustained life inside us when we can benefit from it! I'm only writing this to be transparent with you and share something that helped me!!!

Everyone does things differently...no such thing as a "right" or "wrong" way. Just different. I'm really happy I chose to have my placenta encapsulated! I actually have some capsules saved in my deep freezer. I've read it can help with hormonal changes or imbalances in the future such as menopause, for instance. We shall see how that helps ;) I figure it can't hurt anything!!!

Anyways...you can take or leave this information! I hope it helps if some are considering it! Lisa is great! I figure using something your body created is far better than some sort of artificial drug to aid with post-partum healing!!!

Hope this helps ;) Even if you think I'm a weirdo. lol

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Today is the 21st, which means my sweet baby girl is one month old already! I'm reflecting on the past four weeks and realize time goes by SO QUICKLY! I'm thinking about my favorite moments so far as a mom, thinking about my most frustrating ones as well - and ya know what? Sometimes the things that were frustrating wouldn't have been if I hadn't been so "planned" with how I thought things should go...I'm learning one day at a time to take things as they come. It is good to plan ahead - but sometimes it is also good to throw plans out the window and just roll with it. I'm liking that plan more and more!! ;)

Life is too short to worry!!! Worrying is like praying for what you do not want to happen! LOL. 

Matthew 6:25-34English Standard Version (ESV)

Do Not Be Anxious

²⁵ “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?²⁶ Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? ²⁷ And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?^[a] 28 And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, ²⁹ yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. ³⁰ But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? ³¹ Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ ³² For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all.³³ But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

³⁴ “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.

I know we all set goals for ourselves, which is important to have direction. Without any sort of plan we would not accomplish much. I guess the main thing I am focusing on today is that sometimes our plans can get in the way of how life's cards will inevitably fall...God already has it all figured out. Our job is to do our best and be good stewards with our lives. We should always strive to be the best version of ourselves as possible. That means our character, our relationships, our health, etc. The whole package. Stress will NOT add a single minute to your life. I am guilty of stressing over STUPID things. I am working on getting better at it! I don't know if it is a "woman thing" - we think we have to be concerned and fix everything....but news flash ---- WE DON'T. That is where prayer comes in. I am working towards living a healthy, carefree life! I know anyone I ask would agree that a healthy and carefree life sounds like a good plan! ;) 

Enjoy today. It will not be repeated. Make today count. You are exchanging 24 hours for whatever you spend today doing. Make sure it is something you are happy with! 

Life is beautiful. 

If you haven't noticed that yet today then slow down and pause to appreciate the small things! 

Oh yea...

Don't worry, about a thing, 'cause every little thing's gonna be alright! ;)

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Summer is in full swing and for many that means vacation(s), long weekend trip(s), or fun evenings out! It is important to LIVE and enjoy "splurging" here and there with friends and family! The only issue we sometimes run into is that too much of a good thing can turn into a bad thing...lol. I want to share a quick detox with ya that can help you get back on track in only 3 short days!

The 3 day refresh makes it easy since it is all spelled out for the three days you dedicate to detoxing. It is a great way to hit restart and have a clean slate! Nutrition is important and this 3 day program keeps that in mind while keeping nutrition in mind as you "re-vamp" your body!

Life is too short to miss out on fun opportunities - ya just gotta keep in mind EVERYTHING IN MODERATION!!! It is about finding balance! We all get off track...(either intentionally or accidentally!) As long as you jump right back on track you are good to go! ;)

This made me laugh and I have to share it:

I hope you are having a wonderful summer! If you are from Missouri and reading this you can relate to our weird weather pattern that has gone from weeks of rain to high 90's! Crazy! Maybe it'll even out so everyone can enjoy being outdoors for a little bit! If you've fallen off your path and want a way to jump back in consider the 3 day refresh! Message me for details on Facebook or click my "shop my store" link on my blog!! Keep in mind - everything in moderation! 

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