Transform!

One of the reasons I love being a fitness coach is because people willingly invite me to be a part of their health & fitness journey.

When I decided to become a Health & Fitness coach it was because I had a passion and desire for other women & men to see how strong they really are! That they posses an inner strength that is so much greater than any number on a scale or size of jeans in a department store! For my mommy friends, girlfriends, and women & men around me to see that there is a beauty, a strength, and a power in them that is just waiting to be revealed!
 

I host several groups each month called Challenge Groups - they're a private, online group, typically lasting 30 days in length, sometimes longer. You're with a handful of other people who have set personal health & fitness goals they'd like to reach! Each day I offer encouragement, accountability, and some tough love to help you break old habits and exchange them for better, healthier ones!

Coaching has never been about about money, selling a certain amount of products, or adding to my team... It's about pushing those around me to meet personal goals in their fitness and health journey along with encouraging, inspiring, and challenging those to TRANSFORM their lives from the inside out.

The other night a past Challenge Group Graduate sent me a message, I asked if I could share a section of it on my blog and she said; "You may absolutely do that. Maybe it will help someone else..."

"I am so thankful that God put you on my path when He did. I needed to come to the realization that I lean on food for comfort when I can't control things. I know many people struggle with this. But I never thought I was one of those people... This challenge let me see how much I struggle with food. It was like an obsession... So thank you for doing what you do, for having a passion that many don't have. Thank you for loving our Big God that has big plans for all of us. This challenge has helped me in more ways than you will know. I am grateful. Thank you!"

It brings me great joy in helping others seek out healthy food alternatives and pairing them with an awesome workout they'll love and see results with. I love rejoicing with them over big and small victories. My goal is to inspire others on their journey and in return, they end up inspiring me!

I still have spots available in my next Challenge Group: 

 beginning Monday, February 24th!

If you would you like to learn more about fitness, food, and how to start your Health & Fitness Journey, join me Monday for a Shake & Share Party at my house or email me for more information!

My personal fitness journey began because I was sick, overweight, and needed to make some important health and physical changes in my life. The transformation was more than just physical, it was an emotional journey of finding inner strength and power I never knew existed! You can read more about my fitness journey here

Spring Fever!

I feel like it's been an extra long winter since it started snowing early December!  I'm praying we do not have a winter like last year... where it was snowing through MARCH!  YIKES! I am itching to get outside and log some miles, ready to let the sun warm me up, and be outside playing with Savannah!  

As much as I love fall fashion, boots, and fun accessories... I'm totally over all the layering...  could someone please remind me of this statement when I'm complaining about the heat in August ;)

Are you ready for spring?!  

Are you looking to lose 5-10lbs, tone those arms up, and shed some weight before breaking out your capris, shorts, short sleeve shirts, and tank tops?

What would you say if I could give you a 21-Day workout that is 30 minutes a day, a meal-plan that is simple to follow with a fool-proof portion-control system, telling you exactly what to eat (without starvation!) and you could lose 10lbs. or MORE in just 3 weeks- AND the best part, it's affordable! 

Would you be serious about trying it?!

In just a few days Beachbody is introducing 21-Day Fix and it's a total game changer!

Here's what you need to know:

1. This is the SIMPLEST PROGRAM in terms of nutrition - everyone will be able to follow it AND succeed.

2. ANYONE can do it - whether you need to lose 10 lbs or 100 lbs (if you need to lose 100 you will simply do it over and over to you've reached your goal)

3. This is for women AND men.

4. Yes, you can still teach classes or train for a marathon (or other races) while doing this program.

5. Yes, Shakeology is included.

6. You will be able to have wine and chocolate etc. NOTHING is completely off limits.

7. It's absolutely affordable!

Sign up for the 21-Day Fix Group 

beginning Monday, February 24th!

Maybe you're asking yourself "Is this program for me?!"  Come see for yourself, I'll have this program available to look through at my Strawberry Shake & Share Party on Monday, February 17 @ 6pm!! or you can email me for more information!

Check out the awesome TRANSFORMATION stories... 

Get inspired and lets get fit together!

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Happy Running Anniversary to me!

 

Today marks my 2 year running anniversary!  The day I decided I was tired of being overweight, tired of food having no taste, tired of being uncomfortable in clothes, tired of being sick, exhausted, and lazy...

2 years ago I laced up my first pair of running shoes and drudged through my very first mile!  It was tough but oh so worth it!

2 years later I have accomplished more than I ever thought I was capable of-

• one 5k race
• two 10k races
• one half marathon 
• three full marathons
• one sprint triathlon

In 2012 I logged around 925 miles so my 2013 running goal was to run 1200 miles...  

I finished 2013 with a total of (drumroll please).....

1206 MILES!!!  

Not too shabby for the girl who skipped the Mile Run in gym class every year ;)

To say running has changed my life would be an understatement.  Running opened up the door of routine for me... through routine, I have learned the importance of what a healthy daily diet looks like, the importance of food being my body's fuel not to abuse and indulge, and how to control portions and cravings.  To turn to other things - such as worship, prayer, running, and setting goals - as a way to get through things instead of binge eating.

At 31 years old, my fitness journey is getting started... 

I am so excited to push myself even farther and see what I can accomplish in 2014!

I absolutely LOVE helping others start their fitness journey though my 30 Day Challenge Groups, it is amazing who I can inspire to push harder! Who I can encourage to not give up!

But most importantly, it has been so awesome empowering women, helping them see that their VALUE and WORTH isn't found in a pant size or what the scale says...

 but in our HEALTH and the HEALTHY habits we create for ourselves and our families!

Beauty begins on the inside and what comes after that foundation is strength, power, and a feeling that is indescribable...

                                        January 2012                                              January 2014

                                                          

In Honor of my 2 Year Running Anniversary -

A BIG BIG BIG Thank You to those I couldn't have been successful without:

1) Nicole - My fabulous sister in law who believed I could train and run a marathon!  Who gave me the encouragement and support to BEGIN my weight loss journey!

2) Deanna - An amazing running buddy who has given me advice, logged miles with me, and supported me through my running and fitness dreams and goals.

3) Chad - A great friend who has ran 2 marathons with me and trained with me through 3 marathons!  He's slowed down his pace, endured INSANE weather from freezing cold to blazing hot, and celebrated at finish lines with me!

4) BJ - A wonderful friend who has logged many miles and educated me and allowed me to borrow a road bike to take on my first sprint tri-athalon

5) Emily - A dear friend and Beachbody Coach who introduced me to Shakeology and Beachbody workout programs that have completely CHANGED the way I workout and pushed me into a whole new level of fitness.  I am so happy to be a coach with her and be on her team!

6) All my friends and family who have left me encouraging messages, texts, and showed up at races to support me in my health & fitness journey!

2014 is going to be great!  I am so thankful I am able to run, that I'm healthy and my body strong!

Sitting the Bench...

If you know me... you know I like to keep myself busy.

For the last 23 months I have ran 5 days a week... I have been on 18 week training programs, trying out new workout programs (like T25), organizing and running monthly Challenge Groups, and pushing myself to reach health & fitness goals I never thought I would ever reach.

I'll admit it, I've become addicted to running and absolutely love setting goals and helping others set and attain their goals.

17 days ago, I was in a car accident... I hit a buck and since that car accident, I have been unable to workout and run.  I experience my first major car accident and injuries that have put me out of my routine of working out and running.  To say I've been depressed about not being able to workout would be an understatement... Just ask my husband or the girls in my "Healthy for the Holidays Challenge Group".  Not being able to run or workout has truly put me into an emotional tail spin.

I started seeing a wonderful Chiropractor who has helped me in my recovery from the accident.  After 14 days of no working out or running, I felt good enough to try a 3 mile run.

The DAY I get to lace up my running shoes and run 3 miles I wake up with the flu.

What.the.heck?!

For the last 2 weeks, I've been avoiding that emotional breakdown that I knew was extremely necessary.  To be honest, I had not processed the car accident... heck, I had not processed several things that had happened in 6 months... I just kept pushing them away and moving forward.

When I woke up with the flu yesterday @ 3am I knew this was the Lord, holding my hands, saying... "Hillary, BE STILL."

Why is being still so difficult?  Let me tell you why... because the Lord convicts me when I'm still.  It was in my time, laid up on the couch, unable to move the Lord convicted me of not being a good friend, not investing in those I love sincerely, not having my quiet times because I'm so busy, and prioritizing things that really shouldn't be at the top of my list.

My amazing mother-in-law kept Savannah yesterday and overnight, took care of her and allowed me to get the rest I needed to be ready to take care of Savannah today.  Allan had to work last night so my mom came over with soup and crackers, we laid on the couch together, and watched Christmas movies.

I looked at my mom and confessed as much as I hate being sick, it was necessary.

She reminded me that the Lord allows things to happen, not to hurt us, but to draw us back to Him and His presence.

Today I sat in His presence and listened to worship music.  One of my favorite bands, Elevation Worship, has a song called "The Broken & The Tired" there's a verse that says...

When I was weak

With tired feet

You gave me strength to run the race you'd given me

When I was numb

My heart grown cold

You gave me nerves to feel the warmth of Your love

Your love is kind

Your love's the only thing that's perfect in this life

He is strength in my weakness.  I am thankful for His perfect, unconditional love when I've chosen not to listen to Him and get tired, overwhelmed, and consumed with this life.

The Lord has put me on the bench, I'm not sure for how long but I'm willing to listen and be obedient.  Don't get me wrong, I look at my running shoes everyday and my heart hurts, but I know He will restore my physical strength soon, heal my body, and get me back on the road... running for Him.

Eat Clean in 2014!

Have you been wondering what this whole "clean eating" thing is all about?  

What does it involve?
How hard is it?
Will I starve?

There are a lot of questions out there about eating clean, why it's important, and how it's linked to not only weight loss but leaning out!  

I am now signing people up for my New Year Challenge: Eat Clean in 2014!  I already have a couple people and will only be taking 6-10 people to start on Jan 13th.  We will focus on accountability for your workouts and clean eating. 

When you join one of my Challenge Groups you get...

1. Endless support and motivation
2. Accountability from me to get your workouts done
3. Daily clean eating recipes
4. Additional workouts and exercises for toning on top of the workout program you will be doing
5. Meal plans that helped me to drop 45lbs post baby. 

Don't spend one more day standing in your OWN WAY!! 

Give yourself permission to be successful.

What's your motivation?

Motivation is the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way. 

Over the last week, I've been asked the same question by several different people; 

"Where do you find your motivation?"

Motivation to workout, eat clean, keep a running schedule, run marathons...

The truth is my motivation has always been for myself, my husband, and my family.
Heart disease and diabetes runs in my family, I want to do everything in my power to prevent it happening to me, to be a role model to Savannah, and to be strong and healthy for Allan.

To prove to myself that I am worth it, that my health is important!  Because of that motivation, to be healthy for ME, things like my workouts, food choices, and love to run has turned my motivation into habit.

I can honestly tell you it (eating clean & working out) is no longer is a chore.
I ABSOLUTELY love a good workout.
I love setting health & fitness goals and accomplishing them.
I love inspiring people.
I love getting stronger both physically and mentally.

Allan (my husband) is really kinda funny about it.  He is one of my biggest supporters but just the other night he said, Sometimes I miss the Hillary that would pig out on pizza and ice cream with me.  The Hillary who just didn't care.  And although I have "treat meals" each week, my idea of food and "treats" are completely different.

My mindset towards food & fitness has been transformed through eating clean and working out. 

Now, a serving of Oreos will do.
A handful of M&M's is good.
A hamburger is a nice treat.
My comfort is no longer in food.
I have a healthy relationship with food.

One of the biggest adjustments in my journey is that I have taken the time to learn about healthy foods and made the choice to begin cooking clean meals... my mind has changed on what foods I crave.

I had to teach myself to love the foods that love my body.

Now don't get me wrong... I have days when I absolutely BLOW IT!
But everyday is a NEW DAY!

A new day to push myself further, to eat cleaner, to make a new recipe..

My motivation has also been the Lord...
There is something very special about my time working out.
I truly enjoy the conversations, prayers, and worship that happens in my time on the road running or in my basement lifting, or doing workout programs.

I've compared myself to others for far too long.  I have learned to love my body, the way God has created me.  It's not about competing against anyone, being faster or better than a friend, it's about being better than what I use to be, about PROGRESS!  My progress.

It's no longer motivation but habit.
If I'm sick or miss a workout, I truly miss it.
I created a habit and now, my body automatically wakes up ready to workout.
I got rid of soda, greasy, processed/fast-food, low-fat foods, refined sugar and often times when I "treat" myself with those things, I often regret the choice... it's not enjoyable.

I have been amazed at what eating clean & working out has done not just to my body but to my mind.

What once started out as a desire to be healthy for myself and my family, forcing myself out of bed, pushing myself to run longer, finish the program, and walk away from the soda is and now habit and something I absolutely look forward to every day!

What's your motivation?
Do you need accountability to reach those goals, keep motivated, and reach your health & fitness goals?  I'd love to help you reach those goals!  Message me for more information!

Trick or Treat?! Shakeology's 3-Day Cleanse

Halloween is the beginning of a 2.5 month battle for me... Candy, holiday shaped cookies, and wonderful smelling goodies from here on out will be tempting me each and every day.  I can honestly say I have never made it through the holidays without gaining at least 5 lbs.  Typically, I would be dreading these next few months but because of what I have learned through my health & fitness journey, the tools I've gained as a Beachbody Coach, and goals I've hit though pushing myself, I am ready to take on the holidays with confidence.

This year, I let Savannah keep 5 pieces of Halloween candy and we gave the rest away.  One of the most important tools Beachbody has given me at a coach is to keep the JUNK out of the house!  I know it seems like a simple rule but because I am EXTREMELY stubborn (just ask my husband), sometimes I feel as though I'm "strong enough" to pass up the goodies if they're in the house.  Yeah, I'm not.  I end up binging on them in the midnight hours and sneaking them, which isn't good at all.

I've taken control of my temptations and bad habits- the days of sabotage are over!  I am in control now!

To kick-off the Holiday Season, I started with the Shakeology 3-day Cleanse!  I was a bit hesitant but because I have had such great success with ALL of the Beachbody Products and Programs I've used, I wanted to give it a try.  Also, as a Beachbody Coach, I like to try as many of the products and programs as possible.  This way I can give people the best information and be able to connect with them as they take on the products and programs for themselves.

I've never successfully completed a cleanse or fast because I'm always STARVING!  The great thing about the Shakeology Cleanse is that you're not deprived of nutrients, so you're not feeling like you're dying.  Now, don't get me wrong, I was definitely hungry for a solid meal but the 3 days was definitely doable.

Within the 3 days I wasn't sure what to expect.  Some people lose weight, others inches, others nothing at all.  So I wasn't really sure what was going to happen... the main goal was to reset my body for the holidays.

I can honestly say I feel less bloated, my body feels great, and I was able to do light workouts while in the cleanse.  I did add a Quest protein bar to my cleanse (20g protein & 1g of sugar) because I was having moments of dizziness but overall had a GREAT success with the cleanse.

My sister and friend, Jen joined me in the 3 day cleanse!  Natalie lost 5 lbs and Jen lost 4 lbs!  Jen also lost a half inch in her abdomen...

Although I didn't lose any weight, I lost a half inch in my lower abdomen which personally is the best news ever!  I have never had a flat stomach let alone ab muscles so this is a HUGE success!  I feel completely focused for the holidays... my body has reset itself and I feel in control.

I have successfully made it through the craziness of my FIRST extremely tempting holiday, Halloween!

If you're interested in the Shakeology Cleanse or my next Challenge Group "Healthy Holidays"- feel free to contact me for more information!