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21 Day Fix - All your questions answered

Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Everything you ever wanted to know about 21 Day Fix!

Everything you ever wanted to know about 21 Day Fix!
If you haven’t heard of 21 Day Fix, in a nutshell it’s simple fitness and simple eating that gives you fast results! You won’t be counting calories with The Fix. Instead, you’ll learn how to put together healthy and delicious meals while controlling your portions. What you learn with this program doesn’t end in 21 days either. This method of prepping and portioning your food is something you’ll continue with for the rest of your life. And then there are the workouts, which are both simple, yet challenging—so it caters to all fitness levels. Who doesn’t want to be building muscle and blasting fat all at the same time?

It's not another diet. In fact, it's EXACTLY the opposite. 21 Day Fix lets you EAT! Only in just the right portions, so you don't feel miserable and deprived - but you CAN finally start losing weight.
What's the secret? The seven exclusive containers. Each one is color-coded for a different kind of food, and pre-measured for the precise portion. You'll never have to "eyeball" your measurements again—if it fits in the container, you can eat it!
Combine this eating plan with one 30-minute workout a day. That's all. It's that simple!

You don't have to eat directly from the containers.

Create delicious meals by tossing all your ingredients into a bowl to make a healthy and filling pasta or salad—just like this one!

What do you get with 21 Day Fix?

Everything you need to lose weight. Simply and quickly.
This is one of the best in home fitness programs you will find. Super easy to follow meal planning and just 30 minutes of daily fitness. Let's Fix this!

Simple 30 Minute Workouts

6 easy-to-follow workouts on 2 DVDs

Simple 30 minute workouts that anyone can do. Perfect for people on the go, busy moms and beginners. Each workout has modified moves for beginners and people with limited mobility.
The workouts are perfect for people on the go, busy moms and beginners. Anyone can do these workouts. They are a mix of cardio, strength and flexibility routines that last a total of 30 minutes. They don't require a lot of equipment or space either. Each workout has modified moves for beginners or people with limited mobility.

NEW!

Enjoy the foods you love and still lose weight. 101 Family favorite recipes

101 Family Favorite Recipes, all 21 Day Fix approved!

Enjoy the foods you love and still lose weight with the FIXATE™ cookbook, Autumn Calabrese's very own collection of 101 delicious, portion-controlled recipes designed to work with the 21 Day Fix food containers.

FAQ's:

What do you need besides the workouts?

21 Day Fix is the perfect in home fitness program for people on the go, busy moms and beginners. Lose weight fast with simple 30 minute workouts and portion controlled meal plans.
Just some 3-8 lb weights or resistance bands, a towel and water bottle. A yoga mat is good to have but not necessary.

What kinds of food can I eat on the 21 Day Fix meal plan?

21 Day Fix is not a diet, it's a lifestyle. Easy portion controlled meal plans and clean eating. Eat the foods you love and lose weight.
Good, healthy clean food! For best results, avoid or eliminate all processed and fast foods. Remember this is not a diet, it's a lifestyle. Eat clean and enjoy lasting results and lifelong benefits.

Are you allowed any treats?

Any diet that lets you have wine and chocolate is a diet for me!
Absolutely! Enjoy dessert, or a treat like wine or chocolate up to 3 times a week. Any nutrition plan that includes wine and chocolate is the plan for me!

Can I have a cheat meal?

Feeling guilty because you cheated on your diet? Don't worry, it's just one day. Get back on track with clean eating and balanced meals.
Sure, just don't over indulge. Enjoy a cheat meal a couple of times a week, just don't overdo it! 21 Day Fix is all about living a balanced, healthy lifestyle. So eat the foods you love just aim to portion them out according to the meal plan. Want some pizza and beer on Friday night? Go for it...just get back on track and stay on track. That's why being part of a challenge group is so important fro accountability and support.

Meal planning sounds really complicated, can anyone do it?

sample 21 Day fix meal plan. Portion control and clean eating are the keys to success with 21 Day fix. It's not a diet, it's a lifestyle
Absolutely. It just takes some getting used to. Your breaking old habits and creating new healthy ones. The program comes with a lot of useful meal planning tools and your coach can provide you with even more. Here's a sample meal plan. It really is very simple once you get the hang of it. As your coach, I can give you grocery lists, recipes, sample meal plans to help you get started.

Do you have to drink Shakeology?

Shakeology is the most important meal of the day. It can also be the most delicious. Experiment with adding flavors. It's like eating dessert for a meal.
No. But it definitely makes a difference. Shakeology really is the healthiest meal of the day. You never have to worry if you're getting enough vitamins and minerals. That one daily shake packs a powerful punch! It's loaded with vitamins, minerals, prebiotics, antioxidants, and super foods. It not only helps curb your appetite by keeping you full for 3 hours, but it is so convenient! I usually recommend drinking one for breakfast. That's the most important meal of the day and yet the one we tend to skip the most. You can shake it up in seconds and take it to go with you. Google Shakeology and you'll find all kinds of tasty recipes.

What is 21 Day Fix?

Lose weight and feel great with simple fitness, simple meal planning, and support. Super easy to follow meal planning and fitness anyone can do.
21 Day Fix is a nutrition and fitness program that makes losing weight so simple, anyone can do it. Easy-to-follow portion control and 30-minute workouts take the guesswork out of losing weight to help you see results fast—up to 15 pounds in just 21 days! Whether you want to lose a few pounds before your next vacation or jump-start a bigger weight-loss goal, 21 Day Fix is the program for you. It’s simple, it’s fast, and it works. If you’re ready to get serious, 21 Day Fix can help you lose the weight.

Why is 21 Day Fix effective?

Use these convenient color-coded containers to measure out your food. 21 Day Fix takes all the guesswork out of meal planning.Because it’s so simple! You don’t have to count calories, points, or log your food into diet software. With 21 Day Fix, everything is laid out for you. All you have to do is use the specially designed portion-control containers and do one 30-minute workout per day. Commit to it for 21 days, and you’re going to love your results.

What makes 21 Day Fix unique?

It’s the only fitness and nutrition program that combines portion-control containers and world-class workouts. By placing equal emphasis on fitness and healthy portion control, 21 Day Fix can help anyone lose weight—and keep it off—in a way that’s simple and sustainable. Whether you want to lose 10 pounds or 100 pounds, you can do it with this program.

Who is Autumn Calabrese?

21 Day fix is the simplest and fasted way to lose weight and keep it off. 21 Day Fix is not a diet, it's a lifestyle.
Autumn Calabrese is a celebrity fitness trainer, busy mom, and national-level bikini competitor. She came up with the idea of a portion-control container system after watching a client eat an entire 1,300-calorie salad in one sitting because it was “healthy.” Autumn realized that supersized portions were hurting her clients’ weight-loss success because they were eating too much without knowing it. So she developed portion-control containers to help people see how simple it is to eat the right amounts and lose weight easily. And as a single mother, Autumn understands how hard it can be to fit exercise and healthy eating into a jam-packed schedule. So she created short but effective workouts that take only 30 minutes a day, along with a simple eating plan that doesn’t require you to spend hours in the kitchen.

You have 2 choices:

The original 21 Day Fix - Best Seller!

NEW! 21 Day Fix Extreme 


 It takes 21 days to make or break a habit. Just 21 days! Let's fix this and solve all your meal planning  problems. Want to be a hero cook at home? I'll take you through a step-by-step process to help you kick some bad eating habits and get hooked on healthy, tasteful food.
It takes just 21 days to make or break a habit. Follow a portion controlled clean eating meal plan and do 30 minutes of daily fitness and lose up to 10 lbs in 3 weeks.

When it comes to losing weight and keeping it off, the recipe is simple:

Fitness + Nutrition + Support = Success

Let's break it down...

21 Day Fix fitness programs are easy enough for everyone, even beginners and people with limited mobility.

Fitness: 

Follow the 21 Day Fix fitness program. This workout routine is quick and easy. It's just 30 minutes per day and it's challenging but not too intense and it's not boring either. It's the perfect fitness program for beginners. If you're looking for something a little more advanced, try 21 Day Fix Extreme.

Nutrition:

21 Day Fix is a great program to use especially if you are new at fitness or bouncing back after health problems. The workouts are 30 minutes long and are easy enough for beginners as well as advanced fitness levels. Workouts can be modified for people with limited mobility.
The 21 Day Fix eating plan is as simple as it gets. The program lays out all the food groups and includes 7 color-coded containers to help you portion your meals. So it takes all the guess work out of meal planning. Bonus - Join my challenge group and I'll provide you with 21 days of meal planning, recipes and grocery lists for FREE!

Support:

Included with the 21 Day Fix, and all Beachbody fitness programs, is both 1:1 personal coaching (from yours truly!) and online support from fitness trainers, nutritionists, other coaches and your peers. Bonus - If you really want to get serious and have lasting results, join an online challenge groups (included in the cost of your fitness program). This is a private online support group made up of other challengers just like you and me who share fitness tips, recipes, motivation and a few laughs too! Statistics show that people who workout regularly with their peers lose more weight and have a much higher success rate than those who try to diet and exercise alone. Together we can do this!!! Enter to win! - Submit your before and after photos and bio to Beachbody and you could walk away a big winner! Beachbody features a success story every week and awards the challenger with a $500 cash prize.

Ready to Fix this?

Email me if you have any questions about the program: brendalajay@gmail.com

Did I answer all your questions and now you're ready to buy? Follow this link to Team Beachbody's storefront:

21 Day Fix Challenge Pack with Shakeology

21 Day Fix Extreme Challenge Pack with Shakeology 

21 Day Fix Essentials - Fitness Program only (no Shakeology) 

21 Day Fix Extreme Program only (no Shakeology)

New online challenge group starting every month!

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#LaborDayFix Challenge: Big Results, Lots of Prizes!

Saturday, August 8, 2015


Labor Day Fix Challenge: BIG Results, LOTS of Prizes!

Hey guys! Summer is winding down, but I think it’s time for us to wind up and dial in our fitness for the last 21 days leading right up to Labor Day! Here’s how it will work:

I want to help you get great results with 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme in August! So I'm teaming up with Autumn Calabrese to bring you a little extra motivation and fun!

Between Autumn, me, and this challenge group, you will have all the tools and support you need to get GREAT results. Plus, Autumn and I are going to be providing a little extra incentive to join my #LaborDayFix Challenge Group by offering some really COOL PRIZES.


If you're ready for a CHALLENGE and to join a great community, here's what you have to do:

  1. Request to join my group Labor Day Fix (#LaborDayFix) on Facebook. Find that group by clicking here. It’s a closed group so send a request and I’ll approve you.
  2. Starting on August 17th, we will be following an assigned workout. There will be two paths – one for 21 Day Fix and one for 21 Day Fix EXTREME. I’ll post each scheduled workout one day in advance and then we’ll crush that workout together the next day.


Share what you are doing and WIN some BIG PRIZES!

During the entire 21 days, if you share 1) a photo of where you’re working out AND/OR 2) a photo of what you’re eating that day, and use the hashtag #LaborDayFix – you will be eligible to win 1 of many prizes:


Autumn's Prizes

autographed copy of FIXATE
21 Day Fix Watch
a 1-year subscription to Beachbody on Demand ($155)


Brenda's Prizes

A copy of Fixate Cookbook
Women's workout tank
Shaker Bottle & Shakeology samples


Autumn and I will choose weekly winners. Winning photos will be chosen based on creativity (50%) and photo quality (50%). You can share as often as you want.
Speaking of Beachbody on Demand, one day per week I will throw a little variety into the mix, and we will do another workout from the Beachbody On Demand collection. If you’re already a #BOD member, awesome! If not, ask me about how you can sign up free for 30 days.

Finally, remember to take your before photos, progress photos, and after photos because at the end of the 21 days we will be voting on the most inspirational transformation. In order to be eligible for Autumn's grand prize you have to share your results and/or your journey during the 21 days and use the hashtag #LaborDayFix (you can also share in the group). She will then take her favorites, post them to her Facebook page and allow the community to decide the winner by voting via likes + comments. The photo with the most likes and comments will win.


Autumn's Grand Prize:

Autographed #FIXATE cookbook
21 Day Fix Watch
Yearly subscription to Beachbody on Demand.
Beachbody Performance Ultimate Stack (all 5 supplements)
Also, if you win the Grand Prize and your Coach is the one who got you into this Challenge Group, they win the grand prize, too!


Grab a friend, a relative, a co-worker, whoever, AND LET’S GET STARTED ON OUR #LaborDayFix !





Note: If you don’t have 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix EXTREME, ask me how you can get it and save 25% on all your Beachbody purchases


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Spinach Salmon Patties

Sunday, June 28, 2015

These salmon patties are chock-full of flavor and are an exciting alternative to turkey burgers or beef patties. We like that each patty has a full serving of vegetables. Pickled ginger makes a perfect topping! 21 Day Fix approved

Spinach Salmon Patties

21 Day FIX approved & Gluten Free

from The Beachbody Blog

These salmon patties are chock-full of flavor and are an exciting alternative to turkey burgers or beef patties. We like that each patty has a full serving of vegetables. Pickled ginger makes a perfect topping!

How do you turn a piece of salmon into salmon patties? Actually, it’s pretty simple. We recommend purchasing a piece of skinless salmon, or use this technique to easily remove the skin without losing any of the precious meat. Then, chop as finely as you can. When you’ve got the salmon cut into small pieces, rock your knife blade back and forth across the meat several times to get it finer. Egg white helps bind everything together during cooking.

Total Time: 17 min.
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: 7 min.
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

1 lb. raw salmon fillet, skin removed, finely chopped
3 cups fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
3 green onions, finely chopped
1-inch slice fresh ginger, peeled, finely chopped
¼ tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. ground black pepper
1 large egg white
1 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
Nonstick cooking spray
2 Tbsp. pickled ginger

Preparation:

1. Preheat grill or broiler on high.
2. Combine salmon, spinach, green onions, ginger, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; mix well.
3. Combine egg white and soy sauce in a small bowl; whisk to blend.
4. Add to salmon mixture; mix well. Form into four patties, each about ½-inch thick.
5. Lightly coat grill or broiler pan with spray; grill or broil patties, carefully turning once, for 6 to 7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Serve each patty topped with 1½ tsp. pickled ginger.

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Get Fit for Christmas - In July!

Christmas in July!

I was looking over my calendar the other day and realized in less that 6 months it will be Christmas! I don't know about you, but I feel like November and December are two of the most difficult month of the year to keep those healthy habits in line. There's just way too much temptation! So I've decided to act now and get in peak shape so it's not such a struggle later in the year. A good offense is the best defense and that's why I am SUPER excited about my next challenge group:

Get Fit for Christmas - in July!


Online fitness and accountability challenge - 30 days of clean eating, simple fitness, motivation and support with free personal coaching. Along with Shakeology, meal planning, holiday party tips, gift ideas and more!



30 Days to Feeling Great!

Online challenge - 30 days of clean eating, simple fitness, motivation and support with free personal coaching. Along with Shakeology, meal planning, holiday party tips, gift ideas and more!

This is going to be my biggest and best challenge group to date! You do not want to miss it.
30 days of clean eating, simple fitness, motivation and support with free personal coaching. Along with Shakeology, meal planning, holiday party tips, gift ideas and more! You'll also have the chance to win some really cool prizes like gift cards and gift baskets. Get ready - It starts July 6.


You're Worth It!


Online challenge - 30 days of clean eating, simple fitness, motivation and support with free personal coaching. Along with Shakeology, meal planning, holiday party tips, gift ideas and more!
I know - right now we're all thinking about vacation  and sending kids off to college and everyone's trying to save. I know it's not easy to spend money on yourself, especially at this time of the year. But even when money is tight, it's worth investing a little in yourself. So I want to make this as easy as possible for you. In the spirit of giving, I'm offering a $30 cash back bonus with the purchase of any Beachbody challenge pack. The challenge pack is a complete kit that gives you all the tools you need to reach your health and fitness goals. (Offer expires June 30, 2015)





Online challenge - 30 days of clean eating, simple fitness, motivation and support with free personal coaching. Along with Shakeology, meal planning, holiday party tips, gift ideas and more!

Challenge Groups Work!

I remember when I was invited to join my first challenge group I had no idea what is was about or what I was getting into, but toady, I am so glad that I took that leap! Even though I am not at my goal weight, I am more than half way there! The friendships, accountability and support that I found in the groups that I have been a part of made all the difference in the world, and I am thrilled to now be a part of Beachbody and to be able to share that experience with you.






What do you think? 

Are you ready to invest in yourself - challenge yourself - transform yourself? 

Email me brendalajay@gmail.com or 

fill out this form and let's Get Fit for Christmas, in July!


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30 Minutes to Weight Loss Success!

Lose weight & feel great! Reach success through Beachbody online challenge groups

Lose Weight & Feel Great! Reach Success Through Online Challenge Groups

Online challenges are an amazing way to reach your fitness goals. When you join a Beachbody challenge you complete a 30 minute Beachbody workout each day, in your own home and at your own pace. Beachbody coaches follow along with you every day on social media to help guide you and provide motivation and support. Other people will be doing the same challenge for the same duration so you are in good company every day, helping to push through and reap the rewards of completing the challenge.




Join a Winning Team & Lose!

Online challenge groups are a growing trend. Do a quick Google search and you can scroll through pages of choices. For the most part, challenge groups follow the same format - group members complete assigned exercise and then check in on social media for daily tips and advice. But exercise is only part of the solution. To achieve lasting results requires focus on good nutrition too. This is where Beachbody stands out from the all the rest. Their challenge groups follow a proven 3-part formula that incorporates 30 minutes of daily fitness, an easy-to-follow nutrition plan and individual support through personal coaching. With more than 20 fitness programs to choose from, Beachbody has something for most levels of ability and interest.

Beachbody challenge groups follow a proven 3-part formula that incorporates 30 minutes of daily fitness, an easy-to-follow nutrition plan and individual support through personal coaching. With more than 20 fitness programs to choose from, Beachbody has something for most levels of ability and interest.

All the Tools You Need in One Convenient Kit

To join a Beachbody challenge group, members are required to purchase a Beachbody Challenge Pack. A challenge pack is a kit that includes everything you need to reach your health and fitness goal - a DVD guided fitness program, workout schedule, nutrition guide, and a 30-day supply of
Shakeology ( a dense, nutritious meal replacement shake).

A challenge pack is a kit that includes everything you need to reach your health and fitness goal - a DVD guided fitness program, workout schedule, nutrition guide, and a 30-day supply of Shakeology ( a dense, nutritious meal replacement shake).

Real People Here to Help

Beachbody coaches are former challengers, people just like you, who want to help you reach your goal. Throughout the challenge, your coach is available to answer your questions, offer tips and advice, help you with meal planning and motivate you to keep going. In fact, coaches continue to provide accountability and support long after the challenge is completed.
Never get stuck trying to figure out what workout to do again, choose the program that is right for you and follow the schedule that's included. In addition, challengers are assigned a personal coach at no additional charge. Beachbody coaches are former challengers, people just like you, who want to help you reach your goal. Throughout the challenge, your coach is available to answer your questions, offer tips and advice, help you with meal planning and motivate you to keep going. In fact, coaches continue to provide accountability and support long after the challenge is completed.








Join Me!

Ready to give a Beachbody challenge group a try? I host 3 different challenge groups each month and I would love for you to join me! Challenge groups are a great way to form lasting friendships and are as fun as they are effective. It's the perfect opportunity to learn about clean eating and find out how to work good nutrition into your busy lifestyle. You can also enter contests to win cash and prizes, including Beachbody's annual prize of $100,000!
Online challenge groups are a great way to reach your health and fitness goals. They offer simple and convenient way to lose weight and get lasting results. Beachbody challenges include scheduled, guided workouts; a nutrition guide and free personal coaching


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Tropical Sunset Shrimp Salad (Fix approved)

Wednesday, June 3, 2015





Course: Main Dish
Categories: Fish
Serving size: 1
Preparation time: 15 mins

Ingredients

6-8 shrimp, cooked------------1 Red
1/2 Fresh Mango---------------1/2 Purple
1/2 c Fresh Pineapple---------1/2 Purple
1/4 avocado, sliced------------1/2 Blue
1 TB goat cheese, 
         asiago or feta cheese---1/2 Blue
1 TB Sunflower seeds---------1/2 Orange
1 c mixed greens---------------1 Green

Juice of 1/4 lemon, or more to taste
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt & Pepper to taste

Directions

Layer the first 5 ingredients over a bed of mixed greens and drizzle with lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil and sale & pepper to taste.












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Going Gluten Free

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Take a deep breath, going gluten free isn't the end of the world. 

Who should cut gluten from their diet and why?

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. It is responsible for helping foods to keep their shape and to bind ingredients together. When people with Celiac Disease eat gluten, their body has an immune response that attacks the small intestine. These attacks lead to damage on the villi, small fingerlike projections that line the small intestine, that promote nutrient absorption. When the villi get damaged, nutrients cannot be absorbed properly into the body. For these folks, products containing gluten are a real threat and must be eliminated from their diet.






If you're like me and suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, chronic pain or other autoimmune disease, the same immune response triggered by gluten can cause a build up of inflammation in your body and can cause your condition and pain to become worse. Not all people with autoimmune condition are sensitive to gluten, but if you suspect that your symptoms become worse after you eat a lot of bread, pasta and grains, you may also benefit from eliminating gluten.

Don't panic!

Going gluten free doesn't have to be complicated. Many people avoind going gluten free because they feel it's too restrictive, inconvenient or expensive. In fact, it's just the opposite. A gluten free diet is really a whole foods, clean diet. In America, 70% of our diet comes from processed, packaged and fast food - gluten containing foods. If you eliminate these things you will easily cut most of the gluten from your diet. Shop instead for fresh fruits and vegetables; gluten free whole grains like whole grain rice and quinoa; and plain, unprocessed meats, chicken, fish and eggs. If you cut the processed foods off your grocery list, you will cut much of the cost. So a gluten free diet doesn't have to be expensive. Here's the catch - you will have to prepare most of your meals. So if you don't like to cook, this can be an obstacle. But surf the net and Pinterest and you'll find plenty of quick and easy recipes and meal ideas to make gluten free living a snap.

Will you really feel better?

YES! If you follow a clean gluten free diet, and eliminate processed foods, it is possible to lose weight and gain energy. You may also notice that you don't suffer from "brain fog" anymore and joint pain and skin conditions may improve. Everyone benefits from a clean diet!

Watch out for products labeled gluten free

Don't fall into the trap of filling up your pantry with a bunch of packaged foods that are labeled gluten free. They're okay for an occasional snack, but the problem is that gluten free product are higher in calories, sugars and fats than their gluten containing counterparts. So overindulge and you can pack on the pounds very quickly!


Tips:

  • Make sure to get your grains. Choose beans, vegetables and gluten free whole grains.

  • Shop the perimeter of the grocery store. Think fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, fish, chicken, dairy, cheese and eggs.

  • Read the label. Look for whole grain gluten free products and watch out for hidden sources of gluten in many canned, packaged and bottled products.




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Turn your Troubles into Triumphs!

Monday, April 20, 2015

Chronic Illness is Felt by the Entire Family

2011 was a year I will never forget. I knew something was terribly wrong. It felt like the flu but much worse. Pain started in my jaw and hands and gradually made it's way throughout my body. This pain was a lot like a tooth ache, but worse. And it was in every join in my body... every day. I was so tired and week that I became out of breath just walking from my bedroom to the kitchen. I couldn't grasp things in my hands. I couldn't hold a pen to sign my name. I have 3 beautiful, happy, healthy and busy kids and I could not keep up with them. There was a day when I had fun being a mom. I enjoyed play dates at the park, hiking, swimming and going on field trips. Suddenly I could not climb the bleachers at my son's basketball games, I could not sew dance costumes or fix my daughter's hair.


Rheumatoid arthritis is not "just arthritis" it is not something to ignore. Seek treatment and take an active role in your health. Do it for yourself and your family.
I was told there was nothing wrong, I had chronic fatigue, I had busy mom syndrome, and even called lazy. Did people really think I chose to live this way? That I didn't care about myself or my family? Things had to change.

I kept seeking help from different doctors and finally, in 2011, I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease that causes pain and inflammation in the joints and limits mobility. Waking up every morning in excruciating pain, I hated how I felt. And when I looked in the mirror I hated what I saw.












I remember sitting in the waiting room at the rheumatologist's office surrounded by people of all ages, young children to the very old, who were fighting this disease. I had no idea how serious RA was and it was sobering to see it's devastation right there in front of me.

rheumatoid arthritis is a serious chronic condition. Learn how to manage your symptoms with clean eating and fitness.


Eat clean, whole foods to help ease the symptoms of RA
I was forced to make some changes. The only chance I had of bouncing back form this condition was to take an active role in my health care. I asked a lot of questions, joined support groups and did my homework. I learned that there was a direct relationship between how I ate and how I felt. The driving force behind RA is chronic inflammation which may also contribute to other diseases like heart disease, diabetes and many forms of cancer. Chronic inflammation is like a wildfire within your body. You can't see it but you sure can feel it's destruction.


For most of us, medication is not an option - it's a necessity. But it's also only part of the treatment. The best way you can help yourself is to eliminate the things from your diet and environment that trigger inflammation. Begin by eating clean - eliminating processed and fast foods and limit sugar and alcohol. Then make an effort to manage stress and exercise to the best of your ability and you're off to a good start. The transformation for me was slow; but with healthy food, exercise and lifestyle changes, I was able to successfully turn my health around.

Chronic inflammation and Rheumatoid arthritis changes your life. Become and active participant in your health and wellness.

Make a promise to yourself today to treat your body and your life like the precious gift that it is.

Start Today!

  • Learn about clean eating and an anti-inflammatory diet. 
  • Educate yourself and seek support, share ideas and "team-up" with others who have similar health concerns. 
  • Talk to your doctor about fitness options like yoga, pilates, walking, swimming & Beachbody (You'll be surprised by how many doctors support Beachbody). 
  • Don't expect too much too soon. 
  • Remember that this is a process - a lifestyle change, and every day is a small step towards regaining your health. 
  • Focus on progress not perfection. 
  • Fitness that is easy on the joints and tough on fat!
  • And, most importantly, never give up. Everything that you do, or fail to do, affects someone else too. Most directly your spouse and kids. Become the person you want them to be. 
Manage rheumatoid arthritis the natural way with clean eating and fitness. Find a program that works for you.

I'm a firm believer that everyone needs to find their own formula for wellness. What worked for me is not the answer for everyone. But I hope my story inspires others to seek treatment. Eating clean and regular fitness is something everyone can benefit from no matter what physical condition you are in. In

 I decided to become a Beachbody coach so I could have to chance to share my success and help others achieve their goals and become happy, healthy and fit!
my opinion, Beachbody has the best programs to help beginners ease into fitness. They provide much more than just an exercise DVD. Beachbody offers a complete wellness system. Each program includes a planned fitness program, simple meal plans and support structured to meet all your needs. I host online fitness and nutrition challenge groups every month and hope to help others become well and reach their goals. I believe in Beachbody's programs and products and I'm convinced that you will like them too. I decided to become a Beachbody coach so I could have to chance to share my success and help others achieve their goals and become happy, healthy and fit!

Each day of our challenge, I will personally guide you through the program through a private Facebook group. You will receive meal plans, recipes and shopping lists for FREE. I will provide options for people on modified diets including gluten free and paleo. I will also be available to answer questions and provide you with encouragement and motivation to help you achieve success. But best of all, you will have the support of other participants, just like you, who want to eat healthier and feel better.

Join a future challenge group by filling out the application below or email me for more information:

brendalajay@gmail.com



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Brenda

You're just 21 days away from the best you ever!

Sunday, April 19, 2015



"The best recipe to getting healthy, happy and fit starts in the kitchen. I want to show you how some simple lifestyle changes, regular exercise and eating delicious, healthy foods can make a world of difference in how you look and feel."





If you haven’t heard of 21 Day Fix, in a nutshell it’s simple fitness and simple eating that gives you fast results! You won’t be counting calories with The Fix. Instead, you’ll learn how to put together healthy and delicious meals while controlling your portions. What you learn with this program doesn’t end in 21 days either. This method of prepping and portioning your food is something you’ll continue with for the rest of your life. And then there are the workouts, which are both simple, yet challenging—so it caters to all fitness levels. Who doesn’t want to be building muscle and blasting fat all at the same time?










It takes 21 days to make or break a habit. Just 21 days! Want to solve all your meal planning problems and become a hero cook at home? I'll take you through a step-by-step process to help you kick some bad eating habits and get hooked on healthy, tasteful food.
Take a look at  21 Day Fix





 It's not another diet. In fact, it's EXACTLY the opposite. 21 Day Fix lets you EAT! Only in just the right portions, so you don't feel miserable and deprived - but you CAN finally start losing weight. So it's possible to eat the foods you love, including WINE and CHOCOLATE, and still lose weight! Any plan that lets you have wine and chocolate, is a diet for me!

What's the secret? Our seven exclusive containers. Each one is color-coded for a different kind of food, and pre-measured for the precise portion. You'll never have to "eyeball" your measurements again—if it fits in the container, you can eat it! Combine this eating plan with one 30-minute workout a day. That's all. It's that simple!

Fitness + Nutrition + Support = Success


Let's break it down...

Fitness: 

Follow the 21 Day Fix fitness program. This workout routine is quick and easy. It's just 30 minutes per day and it's challenging but not too intense and it's not boring either. It's the perfect fitness program for beginners. If you're looking for something a little more advanced, try 21 Day Fix Extreme. The workouts are perfect for people on the go, busy moms and beginners. Anyone can do these workouts. They are a mix of cardio, strength and flexibility routines that last a total of 30 minutes. They don't require a lot of equipment or space either. Each workout has modified moves for beginners or people with limited mobility.





Nutrition:

The 21 Day Fix eating plan is as simple as it gets. The program lays out all the food groups and includes 7 color-coded containers to help you portion your meals. So it takes all the guess work out of meal planning. Bonus - Join my challenge group and I'll provide you with 21 days of meal planning, recipes and grocery lists for FREE




Support:

Included with the 21 Day Fix, and all Beachbody fitness programs, is both 1:1 personal coaching (from yours truly!) and online support from fitness trainers, nutritionists, other coaches and your peers. BonusIf you really want to get serious and have lasting results, join an online challenge groups (included in the cost of your fitness program). This is a private online support group made up of other challengers just like you and me who share fitness tips, recipes, motivation and a few laughs too! Statistics show that people who workout regularly with their peers lose more weight and have a much higher success rate than those who try to diet and exercise alone. Together we can do this!!!

NOW Available!!!


Enjoy the foods you love and still lose weight with the FIXATE™ cookbook, Autumn Calabrese's very own collection of 101 delicious, portion-controlled recipes designed to work with the 21 Day Fix food containers.


Get a copy of Fixate FREE 

when you join an online challenge group!


Team Beachbody Challenge - When you Lose You Can Win!

Enter to win!

Submit your before and after photos and bio to Beachbody and you could walk away a big winner! Beachbody features a success story every week and awards the challenger with a $500 cash prize.
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Need a Reason to Try the 21 Day Fix? How about 21 Reasons?



NEW Challenge Group Starting Soon!

Join me for the next 21 Day Challenge! Whether you are looking to lose weight or eat a cleaner or healthier diet, the 21 Day Fix can help. In just three weeks you can lose weight the healthy way and ultimately achieve your goals. No starvation, no pills, no boring, tasteless food. In this challenge you will replace bad eating habits with healthy choices. We do 30 minutes of simple fitness each day to accelerate the results. Previous challengers have lost as much as 15 pounds in the first 3 weeks!


Each day, I will personally guide you through the program through a private Facebook group. You will receive meal plans, recipes and shopping lists for FREE. I will provide options for people on modified diets including gluten free and paleo. I will also be available to answer questions and provide you with encouragement and motivation to help you achieve success. But best of all, you will have the support of other participants, just like you, who want to eat healthier and feel better.

Email me for more inormation

brendalajay@gmail.com


Use Wufoo integrations and get your data to your favorite apps.
Brenda