Simply Fit

My Story   Stop asking yourself "how" and start asking yourself "what if"? A lot of people give up before they even get started. I used to be one of them. We'd like to be in shape, but don't think we are capable of putting in the time and work. We'd like to find a different job, but don't believe we're capable and are comfortably uncomfortable in the job we currently have. We'd like more financial freedom and time, but believe that things like that are only meant for the "gifted", "successful", or "lucky" people. Henry Ford said, "If you think you can't, you're right." That statement is so true! So how do you change that? Create a vision for your future. Don't be afraid to dream big. Think about what you want and then instead of asking yourself "how" right off the bat, envision what that change will look like. How will it impact your future, the future of your family? Start to shift your focus from impossible to possible. Give yourself permission to connect with the benefits. I spent the first 30 years

I know, I know, it's been a minute since my last podcast. I'm sorry! I did record one, but then deleted it. I have been coaching for 2 years now and I struggle big time with sharing "my why". It's personal, awkward, and not really something I want to share with the world. But you know what? That is what we start our challenge groups with - finding our why. Why is this important to us? Why do we want to start a health and fitness journey? This why, this deeper reason - this is what is going to keep you going when the "newness" wears off. When you hit a plateau. When the 5am wakeups get daunting. When meal planning gets cumbersome. When you aren't seeing results as quickly as you'd like. When you have a cheat day and feel like throwing in the towel. What is going to keep you in it? Your why. And it can't be, "I want to lose weight." If that were enough, then everyone would look like a fitness model. Nope, it has to be deeper. So this week's podcast is personal. It's awkward, and it's raw. But it's my why! It i

The other day I posted this on my personal Facebook page, which is so fitting and just in time for my favorite challenge group - Love Yourself Challenge. Who else's HATES fitting rooms? I mean, how do they even sell clothes? I have to admit, I have been feeling pretty dang good lately. I have gotten rid of a ton of clothes that don't fit me, I'm fitting into all of my small clothes, I have increased my weights during my workouts, my endurance has improved with every week I continue my current program, I feel good and I'm confident in my skin. I've stopped picking myself apart in the mirror but I'm instead excited to see new lines that are starting to come through. I even decided to try on bathing suits... As soon as I stepped into the fitting room and put on a bathing suit - instant depression. "Wow, why have I been so confident lately, am I blind or is our house just really poorly lit?" "Why on Earth did I think I was ready to try on swim suits, I have a loonnnggg way to go before I get to this point." "What

What has kept me on track? Coaching! If you want to get paid to get fit and keep other people on track while you're doing it, join my coach sneak peek to find out what it's all about, we begin today! Rather watch the podcast life?  

 I've  been running health and fitness accountability groups for almost two years now. What people struggle with more than anything? Meal Planning! Check out my latest podcast for tips on planning and prepping to save you time and money throughout the week! Podcast Resources Meal Prep & Planning Resources Peanut Butter Banana Cookies Snack Ideas   If you'd rather watch the live Facebook video instead: Need more accountability with some motivation? Join my new challenge group beginning this Monday! Click the image below for more info!

Happy New Years Eve! As we get ready to start a New Year I know that a lot of people are reflecting on 2016 with high hopes for 2017. What do you envision for the new year? What are your goals? How are you going to turn those goals into a reality? Listen to my latest podcast for tips on making a plan to crush your goals! If you're interested in joining our January Jump Start Challenge, click the image below for more information! For more information on the new Beachbody on Demand Digital Challenge pack, message me!

This year I am hosting my first ever Christmas meal and I am so excited! We typically do an early Christmas dinner so I decided to plan the whole day in order to help keep myself on track! I'll definitely be indulging in dessert Christmas night, but I'm certainly not going to be making any!   Christmas Day Meal Plan & Recipe Links Southwest Egg Bake Mashed Potatoes Whole Wheat Stuffing Cranberry Pineapple Relish Shakeology *The dishes with an asterisk are Fixate Recipes. To access those you can sign up for a free Beachbody Club Membership here! Holiday SUPPORT Do you need accountability and support during the holidays and you don't want to wait until January? Join me the week between Christmas and New Year for my free Squats and Spritzers Group! Click the image below for more info.  

Listen to this week's podcast for tips on healthy stocking stuffers, healthy holiday treats, and also what to do with all of those not so healthy treats that you receive as gifts!   Healthy Stocking Stuffers Reusable Water Bottles Water Infusers Shaker Cup Chap Stick Hair Ties & Head Bands Hand Sanitizer Tea Infuser Spiral Slicer Socks Collapsible Tupperware Reusable Squeeze Pouches (baby) Toothbrush Shakeology Wooden Spoons or Pot Holders Healthy Treat Ideas (See Below!) Nice Oils, Vinagers, Spices Journals or Planners Phone Case, Car Charger Ear Buds Holiday Treats On to the treats! Now that Christmas is almost here, you're probably going to start getting tons of edible gifts - cookies, fudge, candy, popcorn, quick breads, ect. You're probably even going to want to gift some treats yourself! Take a look below at some healthy treats. Peanut Butter Cups Date Bars Date Brownies Ginger Molasses Cookies Shakeology Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge Mixed Nuts Fresh Fruit Fig Ba

So you are pumped to get started with eating right and exercising! You have your workout clothes picked out, your program is set to go, your healthy food is prepped and packed and you are ready! Day 1, you do an awesome job and you're on fire! Day 2, you're ready, let's do this! Day 3,  I'm going to do this! Day 4.... I said I'd do this and I have to. Day 5, It's Friday, I can skip Friday right? Day 6, I'm going to sleep in, it's Saturday after all! Day 7, Didn't even God rest on Sunday? And then you quit. Sound familiar? That definitely was me! I've found through running and participating in monthly challenge groups that the real problem with people being unable to stick to a health and fitness routine is not that they are incapable, it is because they haven't fixed their mindset. Developing a strong "why", a strong reason why your goals are important to you is the first step in making any big, sustainable life change. Listen to my newest podcast for tips on how to create it!   Ready to get starte

I'm definitely feeling the effects of vacation coupled with Thanksgiving! Anyone else feeling sluggish, bloated, and exhausted? If you need help getting back on track after Thanksgiving, listen to my latest podcast for some tips! I will also be hosting a new health and fitness accountability group where I help you with meal planning and working out. We'll take a break for Christmas and then start with a full blown challenge in the New Year! Click on the link for more information on my newest health and fitness challenge group beginning this Friday! Need help getting on track after the holidays? Take a few minutes to listen to the podcast below for tips!   Fitness resources Workout Programs Mini Workouts   Meal Planning Resources: How to Meal Plan & Prep Recipe Ideas Shakeology Quick Food Options        

Thanksgiving is upon us. Take a few minutes to listen to my top tips on staying healthy and active during the largest eating holiday of the year! High Level Tips Plan Ahead Don't Skip Meals Get your Workout In Steer Clear of Junk Substitute Healthy Foods Focus on the Social instead of the Food Don't Overstress Be Kind to Yourself!   New Challenge group forming If you are interested in getting healthy and fit before Christmas? You should give one of my online health and fitness groups a try! I have a new one beginning on December 2nd. We will take a short break for Christmas and New Year and will begin again in January with a full 30 day group! For more info on how to join my 21 Days of Fitmass Challenge Group, fill out an application!