Mom doing Max 30|Weeks 1&2 Recap

Alright! It's game time. My summer slim down plan arrived and I started 2 weeks ago. I did Insanity after my 2nd C-section (within two years) and I've also done T25. I've had great results each time. While I do enjoy lifting weights (and may still do so here and there) I really feel like my body responds best to this type of workout. Time to whittle the middle amirighhht. Like I said I've done both Insanity and T25 and let me tell you, this is a whole new challenge!!

 

I created my meal plan, I hung up the calendar and I did my measurements. You can get the details on Insanity Max 30 here, but this is what came with the program:

I have this on my white board to keep my goal in mind! Its a big goal, but if by the end I fee stronger and clothes fit better, I'll be happy!

I sat down on Sunday before I started and created my meal plan. What's really cool is that the meal plan mirrors that of the 21 Day Fix (as did the meal plan with PiYo). That plan is so simple and effective, it's no wonder Beachbody is implementing it with programs going forward. I created my meal plan, and I'm going to make adjustments daily as needed. I like to have something to go off of, but there are definitely times things change or I just don't want what I've planned so everyday I'm just going to track the "color" and stay as on track as I can. I'm also going to incorporate carb cycling in with my meal plan, I got a book on it and I'm excited to try it out and share my thoughts with you. I really have to kick up my water intake and really control my snacking! Specifically with salty stuff. I told myself I'm not allowed to buy PopChips for awhile lol.

The first weekend was a little challenging because it was our first long camping/boating weekend. I planned on having my Shakology for breakfast and bringing healthy snacks on the boat as well as making our sandwiches. It's no problem to throw chicken on the grill and have some veggies. But the chips, breakfast sandwiches and snacks that called (screamed?) my name, I didn't have the best self control. Yes, I'm a coach and I struggle!

 

 

The one good thing is that while you have an option to do Saturday workout, you have the weekends off. I did my Friday workout (which was big for me because I was running around) and my Monday workout later when we get home (I'm thankful for my accountability group because I knew I was going to be tired and try and push it off hahah). But I didn't miss any!

 

So my workout partner Carla and I tackled the first workout that Monday night. We survived lol. It was hard I'm not going to lie. I maxed out at 3 minutes. Mainly because my calves were seriously BURNING and I legit had to stop to stretch out! I've increased my max out time a little but I'm still getting the crazy calf burn...I need to stretch a little before and stretch longer afterwards. I have the foam roller but that's a mental game all in itself haha!! Here are some of our sweaty post workout selfies! For me, posting these daily on social media is just a way to keep myself accountable and maybe inspire some others to get their daily sweat in!





 

I swear I'm smiling on the inside haha. These workouts are tough so by the end I'm thinking, "did that just happen" and "is this real life" and "wow we just kicked ass"!

 

If you want to follow along my daily progress follow me on Instagram @healthcoachsarah or on Facebook! I'll also be posting updates here on the bloggy blog.

 

Before I go I just want to share a new challenge group I have coming up!

After some reflecting last night, I realized I need to do something that helps myself and others during the summer-which I think can be a struggle with bbqs, showers, the weekend get togethers, parties, wedddings ect ect ect as you can see with my camping trip I talked about above. So I'm going under my fellow coaches wing and offering to you...

"The Stripped Plan"

I am taking on 10 new clients....
This is a focus first on nutrition group.

This group is ideal for summer BECAUSE

>>>The recipes are super easy for your summer grilling pleasure.
>>>The recipes are light, quick, and easy to follow.

>>>It's perfect for summer because well who doesn't want to feel confident in their swim suit???

So I would like to introduce you to the EASIEST meal plan that is MADE for people:

-on the go

-with travel plans

 -getting ready for summer

-who are READY to change but not sure how

 

How does it work?
1. We kick start our nutritional goals with a 3 day refresh to get rid of access bloat and flush out the memorial day "food hangover"
2. You follow the 3 week "stripped meal plan" created with summer in mind.
3. Replace one meal a day with nutrient dense Shakeology to make sure the unwanted pounds stay off.
4. Complete a 30 minute workout of your choice! Walking, running, at home or gym workouts are FINE!

So are you up for the challenge?
Comment "interested" with your email or complete the application!

Can't wait to kick off summer with you!

limited to 10 spots.
Will fill fast.

 

First Camping Wknd of the Year & Randomness

 

So we just got back from our first camping "weekend". We counted Sunday-Tuesday morning a weekend I guess haha. We only went camping 45 minutes away but it was such a nice and needed little getaway. With Matt's schedule, my schedule, running around, baby/bridal showers and everything else, its so nice to somewhat unplug and just hang with the family. And I thoroughly enjoyed my new gravity chair- thank you Kohls 30% discount!! It's one of my favorite campgrounds because its so well taken care of. It's also a minute from a winery ;) They have a cute little playground area with a wooden train. Mamarazzi was taking advantage of the photo ops, until Nate said, "Ok one more picture, then can we play?". Sure, sorry kid!

I also got a lot of reading done in my new favorite book, "The Body Book", by Cameron Diaz. I highly highly suggest getting this book! Alot of the stuff I'm reading in it I've already learned along the way but its such a good refresher, and I'm learning new stuff too. She also has such a way of explaining things that make it so easy to understand. So yeah, loving that.

 

Although-my camping menu didn't really reflect to what I was reading. I usually have somewhat of a good mix of food while camping (and always have my Shakeology!), however this time it was a crap shoot! I was at a vineyard bridal shower (which was awesome, I highly suggest) and we followed that with a mamas night out. I had such a good time, and lots of laughs but lets just say I seriously cannot hang anymore! I had to recover the WHOLE WEEKEND. Seriously?!?! Time to get off the porch and hang your hat, SP!

 

We are only a few days away from my little mini-me, wing-baby, shadow, my little bff turning three! I literally cannot handle my kids birthdays!!! Of course I love celebrating them, and its so exciting! But the actual act of them turning another year older makes me sad! Maybe that's why I'm so bad at sending out invites to their parties lol. Ugh, one year I'll get it right.....maybe. Thankful for Facebook Events. True story. Real life.

Yes. We are doing Frozen. Can't say no to a cute little blonde girl who sings Let it Go and loves it! Bonus-finding decorations will be a BREEZE!!!! (As opposed to handmade, Pinterest inspired  Peppa Pig ones!).

 

How was your weekend? Are a super organized, on top if it mom? Or me with good intentions and running around last minute? Have you read The Body Book? Let me know your thoughts below!