STATurday: My Journey with T25, PiYo and Shakeology

Happy New Year!

It's hard to believe that another year has already come and gone and we are already in the year 2015.  In a lot of ways, this is a special year for me.  I'm getting married in March to my best friend - which I can't wait!  I'm also celebrating my 1 year Anniversary with being a Beachbody coach and a Certified Kundalini Yoga teacher.  If anything, 2014 gave me the reason to really work on myself and be a better healthy and happy person.  It lead me to creating this very blog.  It lead me to helping others and enjoy learning about health and wellness even more.  It has lead me to take my business and health to another level as well as keeping active and eating clean.  I want to achieve more and BE more.  I want to help other people.  I want to BE somebody in this life.  I want to help people create a great life for themselves, but in doing, I need to start creating one for myself.  I sometimes can get ahead of myself on that front - haha!

So - this is my journey...

2015 is already starting off well.  I'm currently combining two fitness programs I love - T25 and PiYo.  I find I do better when I mix it up a little bit and now Beachbody has schedules where you can combine workouts.  So, if you have a program or two that is collecting DUST in your closet, get it out!  I bet you I can find or create a schedule for you to start working on for 8 weeks!  :) 

I'm finding that my body (especially my arms and butt) are shrinking - and it's only been 2 weeks!  If you're interested in what the program looks like each week - check out the link here:  http://www.beachbody.com/images/pdf/piyo-t25-hybrid-calendar.pdf

If you'd like to get the T25 or PiYo programs, here is a link for further information:

T25 Challenge Pack - Program, Meal Plan, and Shakeology!  You save $70!:  http://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPT25205?referringRepId=330957

PiYo Challenge Pack - You get the program, meal plan, and Shakeology!  You save $70!:
http://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPPY160?referringRepId=330957

Here are my Day 1 Shots and Stats.  Clearly the 4 pounds I gained back over the holidays isn't looking the best, but a simple fix in the choices I eat will get me back to my comfortable size again.  

Starting STATS:

Weight: 154.6

Chest: 38 in.

Waist: 33 in.

Hips: 38 in.
R.Arm: 12 in.
L. Arm: 12.1 in.
R. Thigh: 22
L.Thigh: 22.5

I'll be posting my 30 day stats and results in the next 2 weeks so stay tuned for those results.  

What am I doing for nutrition (aka FOOD)? 

Well, I'm glad you asked.  I'm actually following the 21 day fix meal plan in conjunction with the Piyo and T25 workouts.  

I love the containers, it keeps me knowing what to eat and how much of it!  It's EASY to follow and the best part is - I can still have wine!  HAHA!

I'm actually trying to get everyone I know to get it because it really does help.  Nutrition counts towards 80% of weight loss!  Why not make that the easiest part?  

I'm doing a 21 Day Nutrition and Fitness Fix group in February - if your interested simply join my event invite by visiting www.facebook.com/healthyhappypurelifeand going to the events tab!  I'll be happy to reach out to you via facebook and send you more details.

If you know that it is something that you'd like to get regardless of being in my Fix group - here are the details on how to get the 21 Day Fix program and off on the right start!

21 Day Fix Challenge Pack - You get the program, meal plan, containers, and Shakeology - saving you $70!:  http://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCP21D160?referringRepId=330957

Shakeology is still also a HUGE part of my diet.  I drink it every morning after my workout.  It keeps me healthy, provides me with the nutrients I need to stay energized during the day, and is super delicious.  How many people can really say that they get to have a chocolate shake every morning? Haha!  Love it!  It curbs my sweet cravings and really does help keep the extra weight off.  If you'd like more information on it or would like to order yourself a sample pack, simply visit my website here: www.shakeology.com/m4mckim

Food.

Exercise. 

Support & 

Accountability.

If you can decide and commit, you WILL succeed and I'll be there to help you every step of the way.  Let's do this TOGETHER!  :) That's what I do now.  It's who I've become and it's something I'm really passionate about and BELIEVE in. 

Yours in health and happiness,

Coach Melissa

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Join a Beachbody Challenge:  http://www.teambeachbody.com/connect/beachbody-challenge?referringRepId=330957 .

RECIPE WEDNESDAY: Protein Packed Egg White Breakfast Buritto

I don't know about you, but my favorite meal of the day is BREAKFAST.  This burrito is loaded with egg whites, red onion, and bell peppers to create a delicious, high-protein breakfast.  You got to try this one - sooooo good!

Yours in health and happiness,

Coach Melissa

Total Time: 17 min.

Prep Time: 10 min.

Cooking Time: 7 min.

Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. finely chopped red bell pepper
1 Tbsp. finely chopped yellow bell pepper
1 Tbsp. finely chopped green bell pepper
1 Tbsp. finely chopped red onion
3 large egg whites (1/3 cup)
1 (8-inch) whole wheat flour tortilla, warm
1 slice low-sodium turkey bacon, cooked, chopped
Ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
2 Tbsp. fresh tomato salsa

Preparation:
1. Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add bell peppers and onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes or until soft.
3. Add eggs; cook, over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until eggs are set.
4. Top tortilla with egg mixture, turkey bacon, and pepper (if desired).
5. Roll tortilla burrito-style.
6. Serve with salsa.

STATurday - My Journey with PiYo and Shakeology

As I'm going through Week 3 of PiYo, I am already noticing that those certain excersizes that were hard last week, this week they are so much easier.  That is always a great sign to me.  I feel stronger and am able to hold poses and really dig deeper.

I will say, this week I have not lost or gained weight.  Good sign to me though.  Why you may ask?  My lead diamond coach, Katie Hefner, explains it this way:

"From my friend, nutritionist & NPC Bikini athlete, Erin “Many people reach a plateau after about 3 weeks because they have temporarily gained water weight while they are still losing body fat. The fat you are hoping to lose must be used for energy. 

To use it...your body must combine it with oxygen (oxidize it) to make carbon dioxide and water. These compounds are heavier than the fat they are made of because oxygen has been added to them. The carbon dioxide will be exhaled quickly, but the water takes longer to leave the cells. This excess water creates a TEMPORARY weight gain, BUT that will eventually go away. 

Not many people understand this process, so they give up on the healthy adjustments they’ve made to their lifestyle after 2-3 weeks because they think it’s not working. Stick with it”

So clearly, I'm not going to just quit.  My body is going through changes and I can tell by the way my clothes for better.  Especially my jeans, I am going to have to go shopping here again soon. 

The above photo is one of my favorites from my yoga teacher training. I look at it every morning. I think this quote is so fitting for this as well.  It is a great reminder on the person I want to and strive to be.

I have faith and trust that this program will continue to work.  It makes me happy, I sleep well, and I feel great. But most of all, I believe in myself.  I know I can do it and I look forward to seeing more results in the coming weeks. It is going to be a lot more work, but it will be hard work that is well worth it. 

I hope you can join me on the journey in one of my upcoming challenge groups!  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out at coachmelissamckim@gmail.com

Here is to health and happiness,

Melissa