21 Day Fix EXTREME--It's Coming!

I've shared about my results with 21 Day Fix, which I think is anything but a "fix." It's not "Here, take this pill and you'll see results," or makes an empty promise on results. If you follow the nutrition plan closely and put in the work with the workouts, you will see results. It's so simple.

It's a transformative program for many that help them completely retrain their bodies and their eating habits. It teaches portion control; how much of what to eat and when; how to build strength and stamina. And all in 21 days. It's amazing.

I've had great results with 21 Day Fix (lost almost 10 pounds in November!), and I'm amped to announce that 21 Day Fix EXTREME is going to be launched on February 2!

For more info, check out this video:

Some quick facts:

You get SEVEN workouts that are 30 minutes each, which means you have one workout for each day of the week--it can be fit into ANY schedule! And you'll never be bored, nor will your body adapt.

The workouts feature a unique blend of steady-state aerobics, resistance training, and explosive power moves that target every muscle in the body. You'll see results fast.

The BIG difference between this and the original 21 Day Fix is that the weights are heavier and the nutrition plan is MUCH more strict. With 21 Day Fix, you could fit treats like wine and small cheats into your meal plan. Not with the Fix Extreme! You’ll be eating ONLY clean foods. No treats. No cheats. And, of course, you'll get the portion control containers that are a game-changer if you need help with portions and fitting in your different food groups throughout the day!

This program would be great for those of you that are looking to drop some weight and tone up fast--got a vacation coming up? People who are seriously serious about doing what it takes to see results would be great candidates for 21 Day Fix Extreme. Don't feel like counting calories or weighing food? I bet this program is for you.

To my 21 Day Fix, T25, and other program grads who are ready to take it up a notch--this one is definitely for YOU.

Interested? I will be hosting a challenge group that starts on Monday, February 16 and you can be one of the FIRST people to try it out!  I am only accepting serious applicants, and you MUST commit to your challenge pack by February 9 to be able to start.

Click here to apply to for the February Challenge Group!

#GoalDigger Series Post #2: Finding Your Motivation--What's Your WHY?

Welcome to my second post of the #goaldigger series! Over the next few weeks I'll be sharing with you how I goalset, how to find (and keep) my motivation, how to stay on track, and how to hold yourself accountable. My life has changed BIG TIME since last March due to several of the ideas I am going to share with you. I'm so excited to help you make 2015 the best year ever.

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So, you've set a goal. Maybe two of three of them.

You are a rockstar.

You are one step ahead of almost everyone. People make resolutions in January. But not you. You are setting tangible goals, and that makes you WAY more likely to actually reach those goals than the resolution-makers.

You set that goal. You jump in in January. You're doing great. And then...a few weeks goes by and you start losing steam. Your goal seems too hard, or too big, or just plain unreachable. By March, you become deflated.

Big goals, small goals--it doesn't matter. It happens to the best of us if we lose sight of the reason why we're working toward these goals.

It's easy to get super excited at first. You are running headfirst with a goal that can have a profound effect on your life. You are going to lose weight, connect on a higher level with your spouse or significant other, save more money, et cetera, et cetera.

But if you can't figure out WHY you are doing these things--there is no reminder that when times get tough, there is a strong underlying reason for reaching these goals.

Let's use the example of losing weight. I'm pretty sure it's the most popular resolution people make each January.

Those people hit the gym hard for the month and head into February strong. Then one day it snows and they don't feel like driving to the gym, so they don't go. Then another day they make lunch plans with their friends, so they tell themselves they'll go to the gym later in the day--but when later comes that thought is long gone. Next thing you know, it's March and that person hasn't been to the gym in weeks!

For me, I set a goal to get healthy last year. That included changing my eating habits and to start incorporating some sort of fitness regimen into my daily activity. One of the first few things I did was write out my "Why."

Why was I doing this? Sure, there were some vanity-based reasons involved, but my big reason stemmed from an experience I had just weeks prior in Disney World with my family. My daughter was two years old, and this was supposed to be an amazing day in the happiest place on earth. Except I was SO UNCOMFORTABLE the entire time that I just felt like I couldn't keep up with her. My feet hurt. My legs chafed until they bled from walking the park. I was bloated and had horrible digestive issues. I was in such discomfort that I broke down crying at lunch that day. True story: here I am, in the middle of freaking DISNEY WORLD, and I am crying into my lunch because I am in physical pain. At 28 years old. Because I was treating my body like crap, I looked and felt like crap.

January 2014.
I know I've shared this photo already, but this is a constant reminder to me of where I started.
This is the day that set my goal in motion.

When I got home, I promised I'd change. Not just for me, but for my family. I vowed that I wouldn't allow myself to remain unable to keep up with my family--especially my daughter--because of my weight and poor health choices. I promised that I would set an example for Peyton, to teach her that our bodies are our vehicles while we are on Earth, that we only get one, and we need to treat it right.

My WHY is relatively simple: my family. Everything I do revolves around my husband and daughter. I was to be present for my family. Share in joy with my family. Keep up with my family.

They are the reason I am still here, almost a year later, puffing away in my living room every day. When I have a bad day and I'm grouchy and I don't feel like getting dressed into my workout clothes, moving all the furniture out of the way, and pushing play (I know, working out at home is SO HARD, YA'LL), I remember that day in Disney World. That is what keeps me going.

So, if you have a goal in mind, sit down with a pen and paper and write it out--WHY are you setting this goal? What is it going to do for you? How will it change your life? If your goal is to save some money this year--maybe your why has to do with building financial security for your family.

Tie your goal to a REASON, write it down, keep it handy, and refer to it often.

Your WHY is what will set the stakes for you. It will raise the bar.

Your WHY is what will keep you motivation even when you feel like quitting.

#GoalDigger Series Post #1: Goal-Setting & Staying on Track

Welcome to my first post of the #goaldigger series! Over the next few weeks I'll be sharing with you how I goal-set, how to find (and keep) motivation, how to stay on track, and how to hold yourself accountable. My life has changed BIG TIME since last March due to several of the ideas I am going to share with you. I'm so excited to help you make 2015 the best year ever.

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Goal-setting can be a scary thing. Here you are, setting these big milestones and accomplishments in place for the future and you might not have any clue how you are going to get there.

But you've gotta start somewhere, otherwise that big goal will be hanging over your head and what was once beautiful and golden can turn into an ugly black cloud.

We don't like clouds here at This MisFIT Mama, so we're going to keep them away.

You want to make a change in your life for the better, but you don't know where to get started.
Staying on track can be difficult. It is easy to come off the rails if you let your internal excuses and external environment get you down.

Here are some tips I've used during the last year to help get me to concrete goals and how I stay on track:

Write It Down

Yes, you're probably rolling your eyes because this SEEMS amateur-ish. You're going to be doing a lot of writing with me. So, write it down. Just your goal. Be tangible. Be specific. Make it measurable.

Is it written down? Good.

Post it somewhere so it is visible to you often. You could hang it on a fridge, or put it on a post-it note and stick it to your computer monitor, or put it in your bathroom so you look at it every day while you brush your teeth. This will be your reminder that you are working toward BIG THINGS!

Work It Through

There are several programs out there than can help you streamline your goal-setting process. One I highly recommend is Chalene Johnson's 30 Day Push. In 30 days, Chalene helps you laser in on a "push goal" and teaches you how to effectively manage your day so you are super-focused in on that goal.

She also talks about "reverse engineering," which I LOVE. Reverse engineering is taking your goal and working backwards. Let's use weight loss as an example. You want to lose 20 pounds this year by December 31, 2015. OK, great. Now let's break it down:

You have 12 months in a year. That's a little less than 2 pounds a month you need to lose.
52 weeks in a year. That's not even a half a pound a week! (See, manageable!)
Develop a plan (on paper) that will help you reach that goal. Work out five times a week and eat six small meals a day. BOOM. Not only is your goal not overwhelming now, but you have a plan broken down into a weekly level so that you KNOW exactly what you'll be doing each week to reach that goal. Make concise, consistent steps that you know you'll complete to work your way to your goal.

I love reverse engineering. I already said that, but it's so true...it's a game-changer.

Visualize It

I am going to get more into this in a later post, but visualizing what your goal looks like makes it more tangible to you. Imagine you have already reached your goal. What does it look like to you. What does it feel like? Spend a couple minutes each day in peace and quiet, thinking about your goal and what it looks like once you've reached it. Picture yourself at that point. Realize that it can be done.

Practicing affirmations and developing a vision board are great ways to practice visualizing your goals. We'll be going deeper into that later, but I wanted to mention it now.

And there you have it! I hope these three tips set you on the right path, and if you want to dig in a little deeper, I ABSOLUTELY recommend the 30 Day Push!

Next post in the #goaldigger series: Finding (and keeping) motivation.