You're Selling? I’m
buying!!
If you know me, you know I love buying stuff from my
friends. If they’re selling something, I’m buying it. I trust my friends! If
they like something enough to sell it, then it must be good. And, most of the
time this is true. There are two recent products I have tried that I absolutely love!!! Today, I want to tell you about one of those products, Beachbody
21 Day Fix.
My review…It’s
AWESOME!! Several years back I
considered myself a runner. I ran several half marathons….even ran the San
Francisco Nike Women’s full marathon. I
eventually developed plantar fasciitis and couldn't shake it. After several
cortisone shots in my feet and several consultations with different doctors, I
was told I need a plantar fasciitis release surgery….or I could back off running. The thought of
cutting into my feet was something I didn't even want to consider. I backed off
running……and moved on to being a couch potato. Yes, I tried other things, but
nothing grabbed me like running. I was in a pitiful slump! Yes, me a Certified
Personal Trainer and Recreation/Aquatic Therapist….I should be able to find
something….be able to motivate myself….I know the importance of exercise. Nope, wasn't happening!
Several years later and several pounds later, I was on
Facebook and started watching these posts by my friend Alice about Beachbody. I
know Alice….I’ve seen her results….she’s proof it works. My hesitation was that
I tried Beachbody before when I was running half-marathons. I was in great
shape. I tried P90X, and I struggled with
doing the videos at home. I didn't want
to sign up for yet another set of DVDs just to have them collect dust. So, I continued
to watch her posts.
A FREE 5 Day Clean
Eating Challenge….this was the Facebook post from Alice that grabbed me. I
signed up. Hey, it was free. This included a meal plan and a closed support
group on Facebook. There was no exercise DVD. You just did your own exercise 30
minutes a day. In 5 days, I lost 4
pounds and felt the spark of motivation. Next challenge she posted was the 21
Day Fix. Hmmm…this costs money? I’m
still motivated and swim suit season is coming up. I’ll give it a try.
Holy Cow!!! The exercises
are actually doable! I can do this! The DVDs are only 30 minutes each…plus
they offer modifications. There are eight 30 workouts on the DVDs to rotate
through. You don’t get bored doing the same thing every day.
Week one: I
struggle through the exercises and every muscle in my body hurts….but, I can do
it. It’s only 30 minutes.
Week two: Still
struggling, but I can do some of the exercises without the modifications.
Muscles still hurt, but I seem to recover more quickly.
Week three…last
week of the challenge: Spring break in Key West. I take my DVDs with me. Not a
good week to be on any program…I REALLY slack off! Too much Key Lime Pie in Key West. And, it was
Yummy!
The eating plan.
The program comes with containers to help you learn portion control. You have 6
containers…each for different food groups: You are provided with a formula to
calculate your calorie level. This will give you the container count. Seemed
complicated at first. There’s a booklet that has a list of foods for each
container. Honestly, I was sporadic with using the containers. I eyeballed the
portions, and used the recommended foods from the lists. Also, with
all of the Beachbody programs, it is recommended to use their Shakeology
protein shake. I’m always skeptical of a product that says it will give me “more
energy”, “lose weight”, “curb cravings”, etc…..plus, I could just buy my own
protein shake. Still, I went ahead and
ordered the Shakeology. While I waited
for my order, I tired other protein shakes.
For me, I haven’t found another protein shake that tastes as good as
Shakeology. It’s like having a daily dessert. Very very Yummy!! Whether or not Shakeology is to credit for me
having more energy, losing weight or curb cravings, or it’s because I stuck to
the whole program and am healthier, I don’t know.
In any case, I like my daily dessert of Shakeology!
Before I share my results, the most important part of the whole challenge was(is) the support.
When I did P90X a few years back, I didn't utilize the coach I was assigned.
Could be because I didn’t know the person. This time I was part of a fabulous supportive group. I couldn’t have done it without this
group! They kept me accountable. We posted pictures of our food, inspirational
quotes, pictures of us working out, or just a post about our day. We checked
in. We commented on eachothers posts…..ACTUAL REAL PEOPLE doing the same thing I’m
doing and supporting eachother. I cannot
stress this enough…This part is the key to success with these programs!
Okay, what are my results
after 3 weeks?
I went from 173.75 total
inches to 164.9 inches. That’s 8.85
inches total! Those measurements are totaled from measurements of chest,
right arm, left arm, waist, hips, right thigh, and left thigh. As for weight, I
went from 136lbs to 132lbs…down 4 more
pounds. The best part is I found my motivation…I’m stronger and healthier!!!
I didn’t stop there. I
started the 21 days over. Followed the program from start to finish again. Now,
I’m 129lbs with a total of 161 inches. I’ve lost 11lbs and 12.75 inches. We still have our Facebook group, and I still
check in. Love this group!!
What’s next?
Become a Coach. So, I
did. My reason for taking this next step
is because I believe in these programs! I’ve tried them and I've gotten
results. I want to share that! I also want to
try more of the Beachbody programs, and signing up as a coach provides additional discounts.
Next Program to Try…
When you sign up for any
Beachbody program, you get to try other programs from their On-Demand option. I
tried several and talked with Alice about a good next step. I tossed it up between 21 Day Fix Extreme and
T25. I went with T25. I love Autumn Calabrese and 21 Day Fix. However, I thought signing up as a coach I
should try other trainers. This way I’ll be able to help others decide the best
program for them.
Can’t end without saying….if
you are interested in finding out more, please call me or send me a message. I’d
love to help you get started. It’s so
easy!!
Wheek Wheek!
Tonya
Before and After from First 21 Day Fix
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