Recap of Phase 2 of P90X

As you all know, 8 weeks ago I started the P90x journey. One of my goals with being a Health and Fitness Coach is to do all the Programs that Beachbody comes out with and P90x was up next.

I just finished up with Phase 2 and Started phase 3 today! I started doing P90x without being 100% into the program and the workouts. I honestly wasn't excited for the longer workouts, and I just didn't have the drive or desire to do P90x. However, I committed to it and refused to quit, especially the first week and not giving it the chance it deserved. I mean SOOO many people RAVE about this program, I knew it had to be good, right?!? And I couldn't quit, because I honestly felt it working within the first few days. And now look at me! I am through Phase 1 and starting the middle of Phase 2 this week! The time is really flying by! And I am excited with the results I am seeing and feeling so far! I can't imagine what I will be seeing and feeling by the end!!

During P90x, I have continued to eat a WHOLE plant based diet! I have allowed myself a treat here and there, because the hubs, who is a football coach, likes to go out and celebrate when they Win, which seems to be only when they play at home!

Along with my eating whole plant-based foods I have upped my calories, because this is an intense program and the workouts are longer (45-90 minutes) Also the program guide called for it! The p90x book actually says I should be eating between 1800 - 2000 calories a day. To me that is a TON. However, I am eating any where from 1500 - 1900 a day, it really just depends on the meals I have planned out for the week. But to be honest with you, my calorie count is not something I am worrying about. My philosophy is if I am hungry then I will eat. Plus eating Whole Plant-Based foods makes me feel 100% better than I did when I was eating anything and everything.

So why am I continuing to follow a whole plant base diet? Well, in August, I did the Ultimate reset and after doing the reset, I felt TOO good to go back to the old ways of eating. Plus this way is soooo much fun! Its always something different and my husband, LOVES the plant base diet because there is always something new to try. Which I need to be honest with you, before we did the Ultimate Rest, I got lazy and we pretty much had the same thing every night for dinner. Doing this diet, I really didn't think I would be able to continue with it or with P90x. I thought I would have to give up one or the other. But I don't! I feel great!!

Also the middle of week 2 of Phase 1 I broke down and started using the Beachbody Performance Line (Pictured below). Why?!? Because this Line of products helps your body push harder, go longer, and recover faster! And guess what?!?! IT IS! I have more energy, feel great, am able to push harder, and recover faster!

So what am I taking and when?

I have energize (Pre-workout drink) before the workout, hydrate (drink that keeps your muscles hydrated) during the workout, chocolate protein recovery shake immediately after the workout! And at night 30-60 minutes before I go to bed I take the vanilla recharge shake!

I was honestly nervous to start these since they technically aren't PLANT BASED but they are seriously helping and they don't count as calories or containers because they are helping my body perform and recovery since I am doing a HIGH intensity and LONGER program.

 

 

 

WHAT IS BEACHBODY PERFORMANCE™?

It’s a performance-enhancing supplement system specifically designed to meet the demands of Beachbody’s world-class workouts. Now, you don’t have to let anything hold you back from getting the results you want. Beachbody Performance helps you overcome your fitness obstacles, whether it’s low energy, lack of focus, dehydration, exercise-induced muscle soreness, slow recovery, or poor workout performance. With Beachbody Performance, you can push yourself harder and last longer, which means you can get better results from your workouts—faster.

 

HOW DOES BEACHBODY PERFORMANCE WORK?

It’s an all-in-one system that can be used together or easily customized depending on your fitness goals or needs. There are 5 unique formulas—Energize, Hydrate, Recover, Recharge, and Creatine. Each serves a specific purpose, and when used as a system they work together to help you get:*

• More energy and endurance

• Better focus to push harder

• Less exercise-induced muscle soreness

• Faster recovery times

 

 

WHAT MAKES BEACHBODY PERFORMANCE THE BEST?

Beachbody® is committed to getting results. So when we set out to create workout supplements, we knew they had to outperform anything else on the market. Just as we revolutionized superfood nutrition with Shakeology®, we are determined to revolutionize your workout performance—and help you get the best health and fitness transformation of your life.
 

Beachbody Performance is the best because it’s:

• Developed by Harvard-trained scientists using cutting-edge sports science and nutrition research.

• Formulated with ingredients at clinically effective levels scientifically shown to make a difference in energy, focus, stamina, strength, and recovery.

• No gimmicky ingredients without proof that they work. Beachbody Performance is backed by evidence-based ingredients shown to help improve performance and recovery.

• No artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives.

Is it all a Scam?

Beachbody it's just another scam. It's just another fad diet! Shakeology doesn't work. The workouts are fake. Nobody can lose that much weight. It doesn't work. Shakeology is a rip off.

Those are a lot of things that not just myself hear, but other coaches hear too.

Wanna know something?!? I thought the same thing! I will never forget watching an infomercial of Hip Hop Abs and saying out loud, yeah that program is not going to give you abs, it's fake! I also thought the same thing with T25. I thought you can't get results like that in 25 minutes.

BUT I gave T25 a shot, not expecting anything but a cardio workout to help me maybe lose a pound or 2.

And guess what?!? I was in for a shock! T25 didn't just help me lose a pound or 2, it helped me lose 13 pounds! It gave me the 6 pack I NEVER had before and it gave me my confidence back! Plus it introduced me to a whole new world! A world where workouts actually worked and where I got to help others find the confidence I found!

Beachbody and their programs, like Tony Horton says in P90x, are real live DNA removal! You sweat! You get your butt handed to you! And you get results!

But doing it on your own is hard! And I know that I would not have stuck with T25 if it weren't for my challenge groups!

Challenge groups are where the magic happens! Challenge groups are where like minded individuals come together to support, motivate and keep each other accountable! I know it sounds funny and I thought, seriously how can a challenge group on FB work? But it does! These groups allow everyone to workout on THEIR time table. They allow everyone to have a safe place to come and ask questions and reach out for support when they need it most! Challenge groups aren't a bunch of strangers to me they are family!

If you have had doubts, if you don't think any of the programs or Shakeology work, rethink, try it! Don't let those thoughts stop you from these program and shakes. They work, I know first hand, I have seen it from my challengers and from my own family.

But if you are looking for a quick fix, if you are looking a magic pill, then Beachbody and Shakeology are not for you.

Beachbody and Shakeology are hard work, it's worth it but you are going to have to sweat and make sacrifices to get the results you want.

If you are ready to give it a try then lets talk! Fill out this application and lets getting talking to find the perfect program for you!

Help Wanted!

2 years ago I made a decision that I never thought would have led me to where I am today!

2 years ago I decided to order T25 without telling my then fiancé. We were avid lifters and thought cardio had nothing on lifting.

However, the thought of 25 minutes of cardio sounded amazing and something I could do with my lifting. So I ordered it! I fell in love with T25 and wanted to tell everyone and anyone about it. So I decided to become a coach! Again, I did not tell my then fiancé what I was doing.

Why? Because 1. I needed a change, I needed to do something that I loved while he was coaching and busy. And 2. My gut was telling me to do it, to jump and figure out all the rest later!

So I messaged my coach and told her I was going all in! I was going to drink Shakeology, do the program and become a Coach!!! I didn't want to start as a discount coach, I wanted to go full in!

I love helping people and I love health and fitness. By combining the two, it sparked a fire in me that would be stronger than I had ever felt or had before!

Now 2 years later, I am not failing! I am leading a team of strong women that are building their teams. I am leading a team that is ranked in top 300 out of 300,000 coaches! I am leading a team that is working towards ending the year as an Elite coach!

2016 is on its way, which means the busiest time of year is about to hit for me! And I need your help!

I am looking to mentor individuals that are passionate, goal driven, want freedom, are teachable, and dedicated! And who want to start 2016 off with a BANG!!!

I am looking for individuals that want a life of freedom. That want to stay home and raise their kids. That want to get out of the rat race.

Team Fearless Dreamers is on fire and we are getting ready to end this year on top and head into 2016 with an explosion!

Will you be joining us? Will you be part of of this team that is on fire?

This is your sign! Don't wait any longer!! If you want a life of freedom, be able to stay home and raise your kids, go on fun trips, and enjoy helping others.

Then don't think twice! Just jump! And I will help you figure out the rest!

If you are ready to take this journey then message me, like this post, or email me @ jgerity83@gmail.com

Health and Fitness Tip #47 - 2 Mistakes Made when Eating out

Mistakes We Make When Eating Out

 

Mistake #1

Did you know you’re bound to consume roughly 20% more “mindless” calories during a night out if you fail to call ahead than if you were to have a reservation? Weight loss research has shown exactly this.

 

And it makes sense. You’re hungry—that is, after all, why you’re at the restaurant. Not likely you’re going to just sit there for an hour. Instead, it’s much more likely that you’ll give in to the temptation of having a drink (or two) and partaking of an appetizer.

 

 Extra, needless calories that can simply be remedied with a little forethought.

 

 

Lesson #1 – Make a reservation or at least call ahead to cut down your “temptation” time.

 

 

 

Mistake #2

 



Did you know that if you pay with plastic you’ll likely spend more (and eat more) than if you settled your bill with cash? Research has also proved this. People spend, and subsequently eat, around 30% more when they pay via credit card. Simply put, when paying with money you’re borrowing, it’s very easy to lose track of how much you’re spending, and much easier to order that extra app, desert, or larger entrée.

 

Lesson #2 – Set a reasonable budget for your meal and carry cash to pay for it. It will force you to work within those limitations and you won’t easily overspend (and over-indulge).

 

Between the lessons learned from both of these studies, you just might save yourself from consuming a dreadful extra 50% in waist-expanding calories the next time you enjoy a night out on the town! 

 

 

NEW RECIPE!!!! - Italian Quinoa Skillet Meal

I don't know about you, but I grew up in a household that every other day was a pasta dish. It was easy and convenient for my mom, plus she LOVES her pasta. However, when I was diagnosed with Celiacs Disease I had to cut it out. 14 years ago the Gluten Free Food especially the pasta wasn't the same. A lot of it was soggy, gross, and tasted like cardboard. However, now that I have been introduced to Quinoa, I have been able to add those childhood foods back in.

 

Quinoa, in my opinion is so much better than any box pasta gluten free or not. PLUS quinoa helps you burn belly fat, so to me its WELL worth it! Plus you can do so much with quinoa and you can eat it hot or cold!!!

 

 

Here is an amazing Italian Dish using quinoa. This is husband approved and if I had kids I think they would really enjoy it too. This is a meatless recipe. However, if you wanted to add ground turkey to it, you definitely could!

 

 

Italian Quinoa Skillet Meal

Ingredients

2 cups of quinoa

4 cups water

1 jar of Organic Tomato Sauce

1 cup of mozzarella cheese

1 cup of prosciutto

 1 cup of chopped spinach

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon of dried basil

 Directions:

 

Cook Quinoa by placing quinoa and water into a rice cooker of or a pot. 

 

 Add cooked quinoa to a skillet with pasta sauce, prosciutto, cheese, spinach, garlic and basil.   

 

You can add any Italian flavors you like.   

 

Turn on heat and mix all the flavors together for 10 minutes. 

 

Turn off heat and serve the meal.

You Were Made For More

You were made for more!

 

 

You were made for more.

There is a seed of greatness planted within you.

 Let your spirit shine.

Do you have self doubts? Do you not believe in yourself? Do you think you weren't meant for more?

Stop thinking those negative thoughts! You WERE made for MORE!! You were MADE to SHINE!!!

So who do you do that?

You need to BELIEVE in yourself! Believe that you CAN and you WILL accomplish all that you want in life.

Everyone of us was made for more. However, only few follow their hearts and dreams and go after what they were truly made for! Don't stay in your comfort zone forever. Step outside and do more! Be who you want to be and go after what you want! Don't let FEAR of Failing hold you back! Fail Forward!

Today, stop fearing the unknown and jump! Take that chance and go after what you truly want! Because you never know, you might just let your spirit shine BRIGHT!

P90X - Recap of Week 5

As you all know, 6 weeks ago I started the P90x journey. One of my goals with being a Health and Fitness Coach is to do all the Programs that Beachbody comes out with and P90x was up next.

I am through Phase 1 and actually am in the middle of phase 2 as of this week. I started doing P90x without being 100% into the program and the workouts. I honestly wasn't excited for the longer workouts, and I just didn't have the drive or desire to do P90x. However, I committed to it and refused to quit, especially the first week and not giving it the chance it deserved. I mean SOOO many people RAVE about this program, I knew it had to be good, right?!?. And I couldn't quit, because I honestly felt it working within the first few days. And now look at me! I am through Phase 1 and starting the middle of Phase 2 this week! The time is really flying by! And I am excited with the results I am seeing and feeling so far! I can't imagine what I will be seeing and feeling by the end!!

During P90x, I have continued to eat a WHOLE plant based diet! I have allowed myself a treat here and there, because the hubs, who is a football coach, likes to go out and celebrate when they Win, which seems to be only when they play at home!

Along with my eating whole plant-based foods I have upped my calories, because this is an intense program and the workouts are longer (45-90 minutes) Also the program guide called for it! The p90x book actually says I should be eating between 1800 - 2000 calories a day. To me that is a TON. However, I am eating any where from 1500 - 1900 a day, it really just depends on the meals I have planned out for the week. But to be honest with you, my calorie count is not something I am worrying about. My philosophy is if I am hungry then I will eat. Plus eating Whole Plant-Based foods makes me feel 100% better than I did when I was eating anything and everything.

So why am I continuing to follow a whole plant base diet? Well, in August, I did the Ultimate reset and after doing the reset, I felt TOO good to go back to the old ways of eating. Plus this way is soooo much fun! Its always something different and my husband, LOVES the plant base diet because there is always something new to try. Which I need to be honest with you, before we did the Ultimate Rest, I got lazy and we pretty much had the same thing every night for dinner. Doing this diet, I really didn't think I would be able to continue with it or with P90x. I thought I would have to give up one or the other. But I don't! I feel great!!

Also the middle of week 2 of Phase 1 I broke down and started using the Beachbody Performance Line (Pictured below). Why?!? Because this Line of products helps your body push harder, go longer, and recover faster! And guess what?!?! IT IS! I have more energy, feel great, am able to push harder, and recover faster!

So what am I taking and when?

I have energize (Pre-workout drink) before the workout, hydrate (drink that keeps your muscles hydrated) during the workout, chocolate protein recovery shake immediately after the workout! And at night 30-60 minutes before I go to bed I take the vanilla recharge shake!

I was honestly nervous to start these since they technically aren't PLANT BASED but they are seriously helping and they don't count as calories or containers because they are helping my body perform and recovery since I am doing a HIGH intensity and LONGER program.

 

 

 

WHAT IS BEACHBODY PERFORMANCE™?

It’s a performance-enhancing supplement system specifically designed to meet the demands of Beachbody’s world-class workouts. Now, you don’t have to let anything hold you back from getting the results you want. Beachbody Performance helps you overcome your fitness obstacles, whether it’s low energy, lack of focus, dehydration, exercise-induced muscle soreness, slow recovery, or poor workout performance. With Beachbody Performance, you can push yourself harder and last longer, which means you can get better results from your workouts—faster.

 

HOW DOES BEACHBODY PERFORMANCE WORK?

It’s an all-in-one system that can be used together or easily customized depending on your fitness goals or needs. There are 5 unique formulas—Energize, Hydrate, Recover, Recharge, and Creatine. Each serves a specific purpose, and when used as a system they work together to help you get:*

• More energy and endurance

• Better focus to push harder

• Less exercise-induced muscle soreness

• Faster recovery times

 

 

WHAT MAKES BEACHBODY PERFORMANCE THE BEST?

Beachbody® is committed to getting results. So when we set out to create workout supplements, we knew they had to outperform anything else on the market. Just as we revolutionized superfood nutrition with Shakeology®, we are determined to revolutionize your workout performance—and help you get the best health and fitness transformation of your life.
 

Beachbody Performance is the best because it’s:

• Developed by Harvard-trained scientists using cutting-edge sports science and nutrition research.

• Formulated with ingredients at clinically effective levels scientifically shown to make a difference in energy, focus, stamina, strength, and recovery.

• No gimmicky ingredients without proof that they work. Beachbody Performance is backed by evidence-based ingredients shown to help improve performance and recovery.

• No artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives.

Happy Birthday to me AND you!!!

 

So I normally don't post on the weekends but this weekend is special! Today is my birthday!! I really can't believe its here already and that is already October!! This year has flown by! So why am I posting?

 

I am posting because I am a giver and I LOVE to give presents! So I want you to get a present on MY birthday!!

 

 

Today I turn 32 years old today!!! Crazy!! I can honestly tell you that I not only FEEL and LOOK better then last year, BUT I actually feel and look better than I did when I turned 21!!! AND I am actually 25 pounds lighter then I was not just 11 years ago but just 3 years ago!

And its all because of Shakeology, my accountability groups, my team, and the AMAZING programs I have done the past 2 years. And its not just me that has benefited from this, hundreds of women and men that have joined Team Fearless Dreamers have also benefited!

How?!? Because I run a community that helps you not just get results for a month, but to a community that continues to help you get results that LAST forever. 

And since its my birthday, I am giving you a BIRTHDAY present too! Join Team Fearless Dreamers and TRY Shakeology for a month and you will get the 21 Day Fix, the 21 Day Fix Extreme, PiYo, 3 Day Refresh or Body Beast FREE! 

 

Don't let a number make you feel old! Start feeling younger and healthier today than you did 10 years ago!

 

Apply today to get your BIRTHDAY present!!

https://jgerity.wufoo.com/forms/z1hyeatf1cogsgx/

Health and Fitness Tip #46 - The good and the bad forms of Dairy

 

When it comes to Dairy we all love it. However, its not the best for our bodies. People handle their dairy intake differently. Some people can eat a lot of it. Others can't eat any of it. And yet others can eat it but it effects some part of them.

 

For me Dairy STRESSES me out. I never knew that about it, until I went off it for the Ultimate Reset. Now when I have it, which is maybe one time every 2 -4 weeks, I feel the effect in my gallbladder and with my hormones! Especially the next day!

 

So are there any forms of GOOD dairy? There are actually. Below I have a list for you of the good dairy and the bad dairy. Check it out. And see what you could try and maybe avoid. 

 

 

 

 

Healthy Forms of Dairy with Super-Nutrients that Protect Your Health:

•Pasture-raised cream (aka, grass-fed)

•Pasture-raised butter

•Aged cheeses made from pasture-raised milk (European cheeses are generally grass-fed) -- Note that aged cheeses are generally more digestible than non-aged cheeses since microbes have already partially broken them down.

•Yogurt - only unsweetened, plain, or plain greek gets my vote (organic or grass-fed is best of course)

•Kefir - fermented (cultured) milk with 2-10x more probiotics than most yogurts. Kefir is the healthiest, most digestible form of dairy available and is known to heal many digestive problems (7 - 50 Billion probiotics per cup)

•Lassi - another form of fermented milk, Indian style, and similar to Kefir.

 

 

 

 

Unhealthy Forms of Dairy:

•Homogenized/pasteurized commercial milk - homogenized milk fat is thought to be harmful to health due to the microscopic fat particles that are formed from the homogenization processing.

 

•Yogurt that's loaded with sugar or artificial sweeteners (which is most brands)

 

•Processed non-aged cheeses such as American cheese or cheese spreads

 

•Skim milk or fat-free dairy of any type -- There's a reason that nature provides fat in this food source.  When us foolish humans artificially remove all of the natural healthy fat from dairy, studies show that more health problems are associated with dairy in that specific case.  You need full-fat dairy to get real health benefits, not skim milk or fat-free cheese or yogurt.

NEW RECIPE!!! Chicken Broccoli Casserole

Chicken Broccoli Casserole

 

 

 

This casserole is amazing and great to make as an appetizer too. Its great on weekends or when you are busy and need something quick, make it ahead of time, freeze and then cook it the day you need it!

 Ingredients:

2 tablespoons coconut oil, divided

4 cups fresh broccoli florets

1 medium white onion, diced (use less onion to cut carbs, if desired)

Sea salt and pepper

8 oz. mushrooms sliced

3 cups cooked chicken, shredded

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup full fat coconut milk

2 eggs

Cooking Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Grease a casserole pan with half the coconut oil and set aside.

Steam the broccoli until just barely cooked and set aside, uncovered.

In a sauce pan melt the coconut oil, brown the onions and season with salt and pepper. Add the mushrooms, saute until cooked and move the pan off the heat.

Transfer the broccoli, mushroom, onions, and shredded chicken into the casserole pan distributing evenly.

Mix the broth, coconut milk, eggs, nutmeg with a generous pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl with a whisk and pour it over the contents of the casserole dish.

Make sure the mixture is spread evenly and all the contents are covered.

Place the casserole in the oven and cook for 35 to 40 minutes until done in the middle.

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Halloween Candy Crusher Group Now Open

OMG Halloween is 31 Days away! To me that is crazy!! And if you are anything like me Halloween Candy crushes you this time of year!

 

I LOVE anything that is chocolate peanut butter and anything that is DARK chocolate and if you put those 2 together watch out!! I can sit down and eat an ENTIRE bag of Reece's PB Cups

 

Well this year, this Halloween, I REFUSE to let the candy get the best of me. So to hold myself accountable, I  starting  a Halloween Candy Crusher Fitness Group. This group is not any ordinary fitness group, this group will not only help you start your health and fitness journey, but this group will also give you Shakeology recipes of all the different Halloween Candy you will be saying no to, it will give you extra fun Halloween Themed workouts to do, AND you will have a chance to win weekly prizes with a Grand Prize at the end of a $50 Gift Card!! Happy Halloween right?!?

 

If you are ready to start your fitness journey and want to have fun doing it, then fill this application out and we will get you going on your health and fitness journey and your candy crushing strength!  https://jgerity.wufoo.com/forms/z1hyeatf1cogsgx/

 

Let's get you looking SPOOKTACULAR this Halloween!

Start Being Your OWN Boss Today

Do you want to be your OWN boss? Do you want to set your OWN hours? Do you want to work from home? To do you want to work part time hours but make FULL time SALARY?

Guess what?!? You can!! 

I have been my own boss for 2+ years now!!! Say what?!? I can't believe it! When I started in July of 2013, I never would have thought I would be where I am now. 

When I started, I had no clue what I was doing and kind of thought, "What the hell I will try it, if it doesn't work I will quit."

Well, let's just say I fell in LOVE!!

Not just with coaching, but with my challenge groups, my clients and their ambition, the programs, shakeology, the company, my team, and everything that Beachbody stands for. 

I am on my way to building a substantial income that I would never have earned if I stayed in teaching.

I am so glad that I can say I have retired from teaching, that I have fired my own boss, and that now instead of working FULL time I am able to work Beachbody part time and get paid a full time SALARY!!! 

I am now able to invest my time into creating systems and trainings to help my coaches grow their businesses and have the opportunity to have options in life. 

I am looking for 5 men or women to work one on one with and personally train! I will give you the tools I used for my own success. 

Coaching can be done whether you are: 

➡️ Working full time

➡️ a full time mommy or daddy

➡️ pregnant 

➡️ college student

➡️ someone that has just graduated

 or

➡️ someone that is just looking for some extra income. 

And guess what?!? You don't have to leave your house or travel. And you can do it all from you phone, tablet, or computer. 

Team Fearless Dreamers is ranked in the top 200 out of 360,000 coaches in Beachbody! Which means we are in the top .01% of all beachbody and we aren't stopping there! 

I have an all EXCLUSIVE, brand NEW, one on one Coach Training Academy opening up on October 5th. APPLY today to reserve your spot! 

Fill out this form and we will schedule a time to talk this week--->

https://jgerity83.wufoo.com/forms/team-fearless-dreamers-coach-application/

You can also send me a personal message, like this post, or email me at jgerity83@gmail.com if you want to know how to get started. Don’t miss out on this AMAZING OPPORTUNITY!!