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Ultimate Reset Results: Why this makes me happy and sad...

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I completed the Ultimate Reset! I did not cheat even once. I was surprised by the fact that I had none of the expected detoxing symptoms like other people have explained to me (headaches, feeling sick, fatigue, etc.). I felt great the entire time, but I got to see what ADDICTION feels like. I would say I have a food addiction. Especially with chocolate (and desserts in general) and coffee. Despite KNOWING for certain that I was not hungry, it was such a strong urge to fight. It was HARD. When I finished yesterday, I was near tears. It was the same feeling that runners might know when they've crossed the finish line. The feeling that you've worked hard for a long time to get to that point and the feeling of achievement. As I continued through the 21 Days, I lost weight. I was at a healthy weight and BMI and I have been generally eating well and working out for the past almost 2 years. I stayed around the 145-150 weight range during the past year - a plateau.
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For working moms that have no time to read this...

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For whatever reason, and I have my theories, my 2 brothers and I have worked very hard to become successful in our careers. I have always been hungry for my work life. I have always known that I would continue up the next ladder rung. I want to tell you that I have really struggled the past 4 months (October-January). I have struggled with anxiety and being overwhelmed. Not because of stress from work, but I have struggled with career decisions and my overall direction. I have struggled with just not feeling like I have done enough, personally and professionally. Somehow through it all, I've kept my eyes on You. No, I'm not talking to the reader of this blog. :) I've done a lot of reflecting and learning over the past few weeks and I finally have peace. I have defined what success looks like for me in a "top 10 list," and it has made all the weight lift off my shoulders. SUCCESS = 1. Remembering that everything is exactly how it should be accord
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The 6 Week Imperfect Transition Challenge

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It has been quite a while since I have blogged, but there was just so much to say about my upcoming FREE Challenge Group that I could not include it all in a simple social media post! Did you ever say any of these things to yourself: "I'm tired of starting over with my diet." "I keep giving up on the workout plan." "I ate something that I shouldn't have, so now my whole day/week is ruined." "I need a total lifestyle change." "I am failing because I can't do the workout like they do." "I just can't stick with a strict diet." If any of those thoughts have crossed your mind, it is totally normal! No one is perfect. If there is one thing that I've learned over the past year, it is that life is about the climb and the reflection at the top. We need to forgive ourselves for expecting to reach the unattainable, but SHOULD still continue to set those crazy, scary goals. Do not just give up and beli
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YeeHaw, Yipee Ki-Yay, and Whoopee --- Country Heat is Coming Soon!

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Country Heat is a new program that will be available on July 27th, 2016.  I'm a big fan of dance cardio, so I can't wait to begin. Things that I will like about this program ---> 1.) I don't have to worry about memorizing/following a full routine because the moves don't build on each other. 2.) When something is this much fun, I will forget I'm even working out! 3.)  High intensity, but low impact.  Just being real here...I've got that baby bladder and jumping around high intensity just isn't for me! Country Heat is a program that involves the workout moves set to country music.  It isn't necessarily "line dancing."  Hence, going back to #1 as to why I will like this program.  I'm not the most coordinated dancer if you can't already tell. The proof is in the pudding (or Shakeology)... there are lots of success stories from the test group.   I'm kicking off my Country Heat Challenge Group on August 15th.
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Compliment Confidence

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I just Facebook posted about wearing shorts that weren't knee length, started to get some compliments in the comments, and then quickly wondered how to respond.  Do I say thank you?  I then googled, "How to take a compliment." Even my husband brought up this topic today.  He told me I looked good in my bathing suit, and then I quickly tugged at it and made a weird face.  He said, "You take compliments so well." So now I'm sitting here trying to figure out what my problem is.  For starters, I have this thing called a "blue personality."  I get too concerned that I'll be perceived the wrong way.  My problem with posting a picture of myself is that I worry people will think I'm looking for compliments or bragging.  This could not be further from the truth.  I want people to see my confidence and how it has changed in the last year.  I want them to see it so that they can know it is possible. Appearance wise, my body has changed a little.
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PINK salt vs. FAKE salt

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About half a year ago, I read that I should be using Himalayan salt as opposed to any other salt (because it was better for me).  I'm finally doing my research because, well, I'm just curious. I'm curious because it seems to be everywhere ---> even in the middle of the mall in lamp form. Anyone who has recently been to the mall has probably passed the little aisle booth of salt lamps.  I've now added a Himalayan salt lamp to my Christmas list. Ahhh, and I love rocks and minerals.  Another good reason to find out some info (putting my Geology minor to use). So what exactly is the big deal?  It is very interesting, and I've put it in bullet form for your simple reading pleasure... This salt was protected from pollution because it was enveloped in lava and ice. Many people believe it is the purest salt that can be found. Himalayan salt contains the same 84 trace minerals that can be found in the human body. Less refined, larger pieces = less sodiu
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Can Portion Containers be Useless?

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Last night I committed 100% to following a food plan.  Specifically, I committed to Portion Fix (bright, cute, little colored container system). I put it in writing.  I had my day planned out perfectly, and then my day started. First Up: If you're from Pittsburgh, you might know the song "cake in the break room."  Well, there is usually something in our break room.  Today it happened to be lovely looking danishes and muffins. I looked.  I looked again.  I saw a yummy cheese danish that I just wanted to grab.  Then I remembered the text message that I sent to my friend.  A coach on my team.  A text saying that I committed. So...this is what I ate instead: 1 YELLOW (carb), 1/2 RED (protein), and 1/2 PURPLE (fruit).  I felt good about my decision, although not saying it was easy. Shakeology for lunch, another fruit (banana) and a Greek Yogurt for a snack, and my day was going as planned.  Until... Up Next: Apparently dinner plans for me weren't the
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