T25 Alpha Phase

So starting a new program I always get mixed emotions- i will miss Chalean with Turbofire but am excited to start with Shaun T :)

I started my journey of T25 October 1st. The first phase of the program is called Alpha Phase. As Shaun T calls it- it is labeled as your foundation of moves and the basics of the program.

With the Alpha Phase I have lost 7 pounds!  25 minutes a day for 5 weeks and lost 7 pounds! I really didn't think the 25 minutes a day would do much for me but is just equally beneficial as the hour long workouts! LOVE IT.

Here are my results:

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Struggles and how to overcome

Being true to myself and others reading this- yes I struggle- ALMOST everyday.

Whether with getting out of my warm bed to get moving with my workouts before my entire day.

Whether resisting the yummy cinnamon buns, donuts, breakfast sandwiches at work.

Whether making sure I drink at least 3 liters of water everyday.

Steering clear of the potato chips, OREO cookies, HALLOWEEN candy, and yes- cookies.

I find myself always remembering my purpose. Yes- I AM HUMAN- and yes I can have all the listed above once in a while. But- not like I used to eat. 

Before I ate almost 3000 calories a day, and I can't even imagine how dehydrated I was from the lack of nutritional drinks like water. Lack of sleep, lack of motivation, depression and anger- I was a huge MESS!

With Halloween coming I know I am going to be tempted again. Then my birthday. And then Thanksgiving and Christmas. But one thing I come back to is to keeping moving in that positive way.

Here is my equation of happiness/success. 

Time for me everyday (time with by Beachbody Workout DVD's)+ eating and drinking with a purpose (thinking before eating) + SLEEP (atleast 7 hours if possible) = happiness and success

It is amazing to me where I was in my life. Spiraling out of control. 

NOT ME- NOT THIS TIME!

2013 will be a great year and will be ending on an even better foot!!!

Fears

What fears do you have? Have you ever told anyone? Have you ever encountered them? Have you ever tried to tackle them to make them not fears anymore?

Today- I tackled one of my fears. I am not going to lie, I almost cancelled and didn't go, but I went. The entire car drive I felt like I was going to puke. Before we got started I felt like I needed to run to the bathroom. But- instead- I told myself I have made it this far (deciding to go, drive, got to my location, now I HAVE TO DO IT!).

What I am referring to is my fear of working out in front of others. I have never done so and to some it may seem silly- but I was fearful of failing and looking silly.

So- Today- I jumped feet first and did it! 

Joel Freeman and Jericho from LES MILLS PUMP came to Pittsburgh for a TeamBeachbody event in Greentree. So- like Betsy fashion- I mentally prepped myself last night, laid my clothes out, set three alarms, and was ready to do this!

I had never done a BODY COMBAT workout before so I didn't know what to expect. I have done other versions of Beachbody and actually thought of doing this after my current program of T25. After today- YOU BET I am going to do this workout!

I wore my heart rate monitor just to see how I could push myself. Also- working out next to my coach was yes intimidating(sorry Mel) but also encouraging! I wanted to prove to myself OVERALL that I could do this.

So throughout the entire workout I smiled. I was so proud of myself for trying it and really kicking and punching as hard as I could. Even did some jumping kicks! Say WHAT?!?!?!

1 hour of COMBAT= 643 calories
10 minutes of Stretch/stability= 73 calories

And then we were able to have a Q and A session with them! Awesome to hear their "WHY" and background and how it got them to today. Then Joel challenged Jericho to show off her dance moves.

SO a free dance session- did about 20 minutes- forgot to turn on my heart rate monitor cause I was having so much fun!

All in all---my lesson today is----

GOAL ACHIEVEMENT and RESULTS are just on the other side of your fears! 

So- don't let that bad self talk in your head win----

GO FOR IT! 

Shamrock Shakeology

Shamrock Shakeology!

If you are a fan of Shamrock Shakes by McDonalds---you will love this healthier option that you can make for yourself ALL YEAR ROUND!

Ingredients:

• 8 oz Skim, Rice, Almond or Soy Milk
• 4 oz ice and water
• splash of peppermint extract or some mint water
• 1 tsp all natural pb
• 2 tbsp vanilla sugar free instant pudding mix
• 1 packet of Greenberry Shakeology
• Blend and enjoy!!!

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So after getting on the scale this morning and realizing that I have hit 45 pounds lost and the fact that my clothes look weird on me- it hit me! I have done this small accomplishment!! I can actually shop for clothes that I want rather than have to sacrifice simply because of the size.

But that is not what I am focused on. Clothes or numbers on the scale are nice victories but my true victory is achieving a healthier lifestyle. No I didn't spend lots of money on it, I stopped putting stress related food/drink into my mouth, and have found simple peace by taking care of myself.

I did have every excuse in the book in the beginning- don't have the time, can't afford it, I don't think I can do that type of exercise.....etc...... But one day with the little push from one of my FRIENDS :) I jumped into this journey and I am so glad I did. I didn't have to start a second job to afford this simple program and lifestyle. I am actually saving money by planning and eating healthier. Because of that I have money now to pay off some debt and money to spend on fun things for my little Abby.

Proud to say that someone said the other day to me----"wow, you look different than I first met you, and that was like 2 months ago!".  I have become very humbled but also very assertive with my new self.

I have found saying "thank you, I'm a work in progress"- most people get it! But, as with anything in life, there are critics.

Yes- I have lost some friends on this journey. But in my mind- they weren't real friends. Friends celebrate with you- not turn on you in your time of happiness of self victory.
But more importantly- I have gained some pretty awesome friends. Friends that support me in every situation- good and not so good. They celebrate with me, we make sure each other is ok, and we don't let life get in-front of us- we always but U-S first!

45 pounds- that is almost 2 of my little Abby's in weight that I have shed off of me. WOW. That is a lot that I was carrying around simply because I didn't take care of myself.

Are you taking care of yourself? Are you feeding your body with the healthy food it is asking for for fuel? Do you get your heart rate going everyday to get your metabolism going? Do you drink water? Yes- simple, FREE, WATER!

If you are interested in becoming a more healthy individual- I would love to help you.
I can promise you two things: IT DOESN'T HAPPEN OVER NIGHT or OVER ONE WEEK and if you make some small changes in your decisions everyday-YOU WILL SEE RESULTS!

contact me: betsyboo21@gmail.com or private message me on Facebook

Shout Out to my First Challengers! Day 30 Results!

I need to SHOUT OUT TO my challengers! 30 day results are in!

Jess has lost 16 pounds and LOOKS AMAZING! 

Nicole has lost over 11 pounds and 4 inches and looks AMAZING! 

So proud of you girls! 

Can't wait to see what day 60 and 90 will bring! YOU ARE ALL KILLING IT!