Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

Why wait until the New Year to set a weight loss goal?   I would like to avoid gaining the average 10 pounds a person can expect to gain over the months of November and December.   So I need to make a plan and put some action behind it.    Here are some tips I came up with to help us all stay on track.

1.  Have a plan for fitness.   Plan to workout at home, go for a walk or run, or hit the gym for at least 30 minutes 5 or 6 days a week.

2.  Have a plan for nutrition.  Meal plan on the weekend.   Make sure you shop and prep the food ahead of time for easy access.   Cook chicken and portion it out ahead of time.   Cut up vegetables and fruit and use ziplock bags for easy storage.   Know what you are going to eat and how much.   

3.  Be accountable.   You've got goals, shout them out!   Tell a friend or spouse, post to social media.  Find a small group of like minded individuals to help keep you accountable.

4.  Drink your water.   Current recommendation are to divide your current weight by 2 and drink that amount in ounces of water.   For example if you weigh 150 pounds you should be drinking 75 ounces of water each day.  

5. Eliminate temptation.   Donate treats that are still in your house to a local food pantry.   Don't buy what you know you can't manage.   You control what goes in your shopping cart and it has to start there.  

These are just a handful.   Do you have tips of your own?  Share them below!   I would love to hear from you.  

Losing weight during the Holidays can happen.   Stop guessing what needs to be done and make a plan.   Fill out my form below and I will connect you with simple nutrition and fitness that works!

5 minute plank workout

This 5 minute plank workout is a great addition to any workout and will get your core feeling tight.

Start with 1 minute full plank

30 second elbow plank

leg raise plank 30 seconds each leg

1 minute side plank  both sides

end with a 30 second elbow plank

Let me know in the comments what you thought!

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These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things! Birthday Edition

Today is my birthday!   I thought I would share with you a few things I am madly in love with!   First up is the new Shakeology Boosts!   I just got back from vacation and I have to say.   Not a lot of veggies were eaten.   So today I added a full serving of leafy green vegetables to my Shakeology.   Now I know what you are thinking.   How does it taste?   Honestly I don't notice a flavor change at all!   Here is the scoop:

Power Greens Boost contains veggies like cucumber, kale, and spinach to deliver a full serving of vegetables in each scoop. Plus, this potent Boost supports the body's natural acid/alkaline balance.

There are other options as well:

Focused Energy boost :This unique formula is designed to deliver a wholesome boost of energy. The energy comes from 100 mg of natural caffeine from guarana and green tea. This Boost also supports mental clarity, alertness, and focus.  

Digestive Health boost: With a unique blend of 7 grams of both soluble AND insoluble fiber packed into every single scoop, this formula stands apart from typical fiber supplements that contain only soluble fiber. This powerful boost helps support regularity and digestive health

You can read more about it here  SHAKEOLOGY BOOSTS

I have to say I am absolutely in LOVE with Beachbody On Demand!   They have added it to Roku, Amazon Fire TV and Chromecast.   They have a HUGE library of full fitness programs PLUS my programs I have purchased such as 21 Day Fix,  T25, and many more!    This month they are adding new and exclusive content from Celebrity Trainers Autumn Calabrese, Tony Horton and Sagi Kalev!   Plus more exclusive content from Master Trainers!   You can read all about Beachbody on Demand here---->  Click this!

Want to purchase Shakeology Boosts?    Use these links

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How will you manage your kids device time this summer?

Remember the days when watching TV was the only option?   We had 2 channels.   I spent my summer watching Days of Our Lives because there was NOTHING on!   Now we not only do we have hundreds of channels to choose from, but there is YouTube, and Pinterest, and Instagram, and Facebook and well you get this picture.  


I know what is on my mind this summer.   How will I monitor the kids and their device time?   I have 4 kids and they are all grade school age and older.   My son is the most affected when it comes to too much device time.    He is moody, grumpy, and out of sorts if he spends too much time.

Unless we make a deliberate effort to have a plan for our device time it won't happen.

I am curious to hear from you.

How do you monitor your kids device time?

Does it affect your kids mood if they spend too much time on it?

How do you keep up with all of it?   Snapchat, Vines, Instagram, email, texting

Are you overwhelmed?

We are having a discussion on my Facebook Page this week.   I'd love for you to join us!

We are the first generation to parent this issue.   I know as a fellow parent I can use all the help I can get.


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30 Day Busy Moms Group

I don't know about you, but I look at my calendar this time of year and it is full! Getting my daily workout in makes me a better mom, wife, friend, sister and all around a happier person. I need the endorphins. I have to make it a priority. 

I am looking for 10 busy moms to join me. Moms who need energy, encouragement and empowerment. Moms who desire to lose weight and learn how to eat right.

Together we will follow a fitness program, a clean eating menu, and we will work together to reach our goals. We start together. We finish together. We start May 24th. Space is limited and these groups fill up fast! Fill out this form to be considered.

No obligation let's just chat about your goals and see if this is a fit for you!

Busy moms challenge

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Grace for the Race

Today I was on the phone with a friend.  Someone who has recently gained back the weight she had lost.   She was asking me for advice on what she should do to get back on track.   As we are were discussing her options, I reflected on my own journey.   I reflected on other people whose paths have I have crossed.  Truly in the 3 years I have been a coach I KNOW that this path to being healthy is a spriritual, physical and emotional journey.   Do we take time to address the spiritual or emotional?  

Introducing GRACE FOR THE RACE

My coach Joline and I want to host you on a 5 day journey.   5 devotional thoughts that can prepare you to take the first step.   Our hope for you is that you find grace and learn to love the journey you are on.   

Start smart with us!  Fill out the form below and I will be in touch with details!

Please add my email address getfitwithbetsy@gmail.com to your address book and look for my email with instructions on how to be added to my private Facebook group!  You can request to be added to my group today!   

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Piyo! A high intensity low impact workout.

I completed Piyo during the summer.   I started in July and finished in September.   This workout made me stronger.    It made my abs flatter.   I was more flexible.   I enjoyed working out.    Bottom line it gave me results and I felt good doing it!

What is PiYo? 

PiYo is a low-impact, high-intensity body-transformation program. It uses the most effective Pilates- and yoga-inspired moves set to a fast pace to help you burn fat while you sculpt long, lean muscles. 

Why is PiYo effective? 

PiYo delivers the muscle-sculpting, core-focused benefits of Pilates along with the flexibility and power of yoga. PiYo’s low-impact compound exercises engage multiple muscle groups at the same time—while keeping your body in constant motion. As you progress from one fluid movement to the next without rest, you’ll maintain an optimal heart rate to incinerate calories throughout the whole workout!

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WHAT’S IN THE PIYO PACKAGE? 

8 workouts plus 1 bonus workout on 3 DVDs These low-impact, high-intensity body-weight workouts get you the results of extreme programs, without the jumps, weights, or strain on your joints. 

 PiYo Quick Start Guide Everything you need to know to get started. Includes valuable insider tips to get your best results possible. 

PiYo Workout Calendar Chalene arranged the workouts to make sure you progress each week as you build up your strength, flexibility, and stamina. 

Get Lean Eating Plan A simplified approach to clean and lean eating designed to fit your lifestyle—and your taste buds. Tape Measure Track your progress as you melt the fat away faster than you ever imagined.

A 30 day supply of Shakeology!

Plus a FREE 30 day subscription to Beachbody on Demand!

Me as your FREE coach.   I will have a Piyo group starting soon.  Contact me so I can get you added to my private group on Facebook.

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Order your Piyo kit today!

Piyo Challenge Pack kit

It's Time to Eat Clean

I don't know about you, but I know I need to get back on track with my eating habits.  Spring is here!  Summer is coming.  Are you ready to set the tone for this month?  If so, I have a solution for you.

Starting April 1st I will be opening a group and I have a seat with your name on it.  I will provide you with:

• a grocery list
• a meal plan
• a fun and motivating group

I need you to commit to:

• grocery shopping so you are prepared
• being an active participant in the group
• supporting and encouraging others in the group so we can all be successful.

If this sounds like just what you need fill out this form

http://tinyurl.com/eatcleanwithbetsy

I look forward to eating clean with you!

21 Day Fix in 2015

What is 21 Day Fix?

 A 21-day program of simple portion control and 30-minute workouts that anyone can do

Simple, fast weight loss—no weighing food or counting calories, carbs, or points

You can lose up to 15 pounds in 21 days

What makes 21 Day Fix unique?

 Portion-control containers take all the guesswork out of losing weight

 It's the simplest way to control how much you eat

 30-minute workouts that anyone can do and fit into everyone's busy life

Why 21 Day Fix?

It's only 21 days.

The results are proven and come quickly.

A short term commitment can lead to long term success.

I have a 21 Day Fix accountability group on Facebook starting soon!

  I am inviting you to join me and get these

great results at a great price!

Please fill out this form for more details