Eating and Fitness Blog - Day 5

I'm getting this blog in BEFORE I put my son do bed, so I don't have to do it at midnight...lol! I had a tough day being at the zoo around lunch-time, but I did the best I could do...popcorn. I also had a very healthy and yummy dinner, so it's all good. I must say that my energy level was pretty low...just waiting on my darn Shakeology!!! I can totally feel a difference in my energy when I'm having it for breakfast...any day!!! I'm psyched to start my new Mega-Hybrid next week, as well as weighing myself, taking my measurements, and taking a progress photo!!! TurboFire and ChaLEAN Extreme next week...it's been so long since I've done CLX that I'm slightly worried, but hopefully everything will be fine... :)

The Food:
Breakfast:
Caramel Greek Yogurt - 110 calories
Vanilla Almond Granola - 120 calories
Coffee with Skinny Vanilla Creme - 120 calories
Snack:
1 cup Raspberries - 64 calories
Lunch: slightly naughty
Popcorn (no butter) - 250 calories
Wild Cherry Pepsi - 250 calories
Snack:
Tall Non-Fat Caramel Macchiato
Dinner:
2 cups Good Earth Spicy Citrus Shrimp - 580 calories
Snack Mix - 280 calories
Total Calorie Intake: 1914

The Workout:
TurboFire Fire 45 EZ

Until tomorrow...
Erin

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Becoming a Coach

Q: How do I become a coach myself?

A: All you have to do is click on this link: https://teambeachbody.com/signup/-/signup/coach?referringRepId=48896

Q: How much does it cost to become a coach?

A: There is an initial $39.95 fee and then a monthly charge of $14.95 for your back office. The back office is a website that Beachbody provides for you that keeps track of your sales, team sales, customers, commissions, as well as some training, sales tools, and much more.

Q: How much time do I have to dedicate in order to be a coach?

A: The amount of time you spend is completely up to you! When I first began, I was spending around an hour a day learning the ins and outs of the business. Now, I spend anywhere from 1-3 hours a day.

Q: Is the Beachbody Coaching Opportunity a scam?

A: No, the Beachbody Coaching Opportunity is not a scam. When I first started coaching, I was very skeptical and thought it was a scam, but after doing much research and talking to other successful coaches, I discovered it was a legitimate opportunity.

Q: What are some of the benefits of becoming an Independent Beachbody Coach?

A:

* You have the opportunity to help others get into shape and live a healthier lifestyle.
* You receive 25% off all Beachbody products.
* You get your own personalized website/store.
* You are not responsible for shipping or inventory.
* You have unlimited income potential.
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Q: What is the Showcase Package?

A: For just $199, you can purchase a collection of Beachbody workout programs that normally costs over $400! The programs included are Turbo Jam, Power 90, Slim in 6, Yoga Booty Ballet, Hip Hop Abs, and P90X. You will also receive a set of B-Lines Resistance Bands and a YBB Squishy Ball. (As a note of comparison: the retail price of P90X is $119.85 plus S&H, and for just $80 more, you can have 5 more programs!)

Q: Do I have to have a great transformation to be a coach?

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Eating and Fitness Blog - Day 4

Hey everyone...all in all it was an awesome day!!!

Even though I only got five hours of sleep last night, I was not feeling tired at all. I was energized, focused, and driven. I am not letting anyone's negativity of "denial" of what I'm trying to do get me down...I will succeed! I have also decided to order a BodyBugg (which I did do), get my Personal Trainer Certification through ISSA, and do a huge hybrid that I developed myself...here's the breakdown of the hybrid...

Starting Week 1 (continuing on odd weeks)
TurboFire-ChaLEAN Extreme Hybrid
Starting Week 2 (continuing on even weeks)
P90X-INSANITY Hybrid

I love all four programs, and am going to stick a little bit of random Brazil Butt Lift when I get bored...lol! My calorie counting has been going great...no fast food what-so-ever!!! :)

Here's the low-down for today!!!

The Food:
Breakfast:
Fruit and Nut Bar - 140 calories
Coffee with Skinny Vanilla Latter Creamer - 120 calories
Snack:
Peach - 38 calories
Tall Non-Fat Caramel Macchiato - 140 calories
Lunch:
Grilled Chicken Salad - 200 calories
Light Sweet Onion Dressing - 80 calories
Granola Thin Dark Chocolate - 80 calories
Snack:
Greek Yogurt Parfait - 290 calories
P90X Recovery Formula - 220 calories
Dinner:
4oz Beef Tenderloin - 280 calories
Zucchini - 100 calories
Mixed Fruit - 150 calories
Snack:
2 cups of Popcorn - 100 calories
Total Calorie Intake: 1938 calories

The Workout:
TurboFire Fire 30

Until tomorrow...
Erin

Eating and Fitness Blog - Day 3

This is going to be my quickest blog ever...

The Food:
Breakfast:
Strawberry-Chocolate Shakeology - 350 calories
Snack:
P90X Recovery Formula - 220 calories
Lunch:
Chicken Salad - 200 calories
Sweet Onion Dressing - 80 calories
Snack:
Ritz Crackerfuls - 130 calories
Tall Non-fat Caramel Macchiato - 140 calories
Dinner:
Turkey Cheddar - 120 calories
Klements Bratwurst - 240 calories
1.5 cups of mixed fruit - 150 calories
Grilled Veggies - 100 calories
Schwan's Rainbow Stick - 70 calories
Total Calorie Intake: 1800 calories

The Workout:
TurboFire Fire 45

Until tomorrow...
Erin

Eating and Fitness Blog - Day 2

Tuesday, July 27th 2010 - Day 2

Day 2 of my healthy eating journey, and I actually calculated the amount of calories that I should be consuming. To loose one pound per week I need to be bringing in 2250 calories a day!!! This seems extreme to me...I was thinking 1500! After finding this out...I did eat more!!! LOL

Here are the daily numbers...

The Food:
Breakfast:
Vanilla Almond Granola - 120 calories
Honey Greek Yogurt - 90 calories
Coffee with 2 tbls. Vanilla Creamer - 60 calories
Morning Snack:
P90X Recovery Drink - 220 calories
Lunch:
Grilled Chicken Salad - 200 calories
Sweet Onion Dressing - 80 calories
Ritz Crackerfuls - 130 calories
Afternoon Snack:
Almonds - 150 calories
Dinner:
Healthy Choice BBQ Chicken Meal - 310 calories
Tall Non-fat Caramel Macchiato - 140 calories
Marshmallow Dream Bar - 210 calories
Total Calorie Intake - 1710 calories

The Workout:
TurboFire Fire 30/Sculpt 30

Until tomorrow...
Erin

Eating and Fitness Blog - Day 1

Day 1 - July 26, 2010

Since this is my first day, I am going to post my weight and measurement stats. These stats will be posted every Monday so we can all see my progress...

Weight: 179.0 pounds
Waist: 33 inches
Hips: 39 inches
Chest: 37 inches
Arms: 11 inches
Thighs: 21 inches

The Food:
Breakfast:
Vanilla Almond Granola - 120 calories
Honey Greek Yogurt - 90 calories
Lunch:
Chicken Tostadas - 345 calories
Snack:
Fiber Plus Bar - 130 calories
Dinner:
Grilled Chicken Salad - 200 calories
Sweet Onion Dressing - 80 calories
Snack:
Carrots - 35 calories
Beverages:
7 cups of water
Total Calorie Intake: 1000 calories

The Workout:
TurboFire Fire 55 EZ

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Today was a good day, and I am very proud of my motivation to stay on my meal plan today. I was a little saddened by the numbers that I saw on the scale this morning, but it just motivated me to try harder. My ultimate goal weight is 155 pounds...24 pounds to loose!!!

Until tomorrow...
Erin

Eating and Fitness Blogging

Okay fitness peeps!

I really need to get my eating on track, and the only way that I can do that is by holding myself accountable!!! I will be writing down everything that I eat each day, and then writing my food intake as well as my exercise for the day every night before I go to bed. This is going to help me to see what I am really eating, and hopefully see where I am falling short. A fresh day, and a fresh start!!! :)

-Erin

P.S. Stay tuned for my first eating blog tonight!!! :)

ErinGettingFit Blog - Week Four, Day One

Okay fitness peeps...it's week four of TurboFire for me! I'm having a hard time with the start of this week because my legs were pretty sore over the weekend. Today I went a little out of order with Core 20 and Stretch 40. I just didn't feel that I could do all of the jumping and HIITs today...I need to take care of my aching 30-year-old muscles and bones. 

Now I am taking Shakeology, P90X Recovery Formula, and Beachbody supplements. I am working hard on my eating this week, and pushing myself to get in those six workouts this week. I am also trying to do 10-12 contacts each day, as well as 2-6 exposures!!! :)


It has been tough, but I'm almost positive that by the end of the week I will have two new coaches and be at Emerald status. If I could continue working part-time at Starbucks (for the insurance), and be a Beachbody Coach full-time...I would be in heaven. I know that I have spent a lot of money on this fancy Master's degree, but I'm loving what I'm doing with Beachbody so much!!! It really is a great company, and I'm meeting the greatest people. So...seriously...I can help you be successful while doing something you love, so check it out!!!


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- Erin

ErinGettingFit Blog - Week Three, Day Five

July 16th
 
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Today's Workout:
TurboFire HIIT 15
TurboFire Tone 30
47 minutes

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I love, love, love this HIIT 15 workout!!! The moves aren't too complicated, and 15 minutes of fire drills is perfect for me. I had sore right knee when I woke up this morning, so I tried to land really lightly on my toes when jumping and it seemed to work! The Tone 30 was awesome as well...my first time doing it! Overall, my morning had been fabulous in every respect!!! :)

90 Days to Diamond status update...I think I have my first coach. She is ready to go, and I'm going to help you to reach her business goals because she is a super awesome person!!! I'm going to keep connecting with fitness buffs, and keep showing The Presentation. It works wonders!!! Until tomorrow...

Bring it!

- Erin

ErinGettingFit Blog - Week Three, Day Four

July 15th
 
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Today's Workout:
TurboFire Fire 45 EZ
TurboFire Stretch 10
57minutes

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I'm really, really in love with the Fire 45 EZ workout...I think it's my favorite TurboFire workout. The music is the best, and I'm actually getting the moves down! I also love the fact that there are no "fire drills," but I sweat like crazy!!! Today's workout was a little crazy because the phone kept ringing...kept having to hit pause, but it still rocked!!! 

Now it's time to take my son swimming, and then it's conference call time!!! I've gotta get to Diamond status is just 90 days...who wants to become a coach and grow with me? Until tomorrow...

Bring it!

- Erin

ErinGettingFit Blog - Week Three, Day Two

July 13th
 
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Today's Workout:
TurboFire HIIT 25
TurboFire Stretch 10
40 minutes

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HIIT workouts are hard...really hard!!! I actually ran out of water before the last set of fire drills. I think after completing two weeks of TurboFire I am starting to get the moves down. I still mess them up, but the amount of sweating that I'm doing in each workout really shows that I'm burning mad calories.

I am back on track with my eating, and working hard on my Beachbody business. 90 Days to Diamond starts on Thursday, and I'm so excited!!! I really need help from my peeps...if you wanna sign up for coaching or know someone who does, send me a message. (erineffenheim@gmail.com) I have a few extra workout programs laying around, and I'm sending them to new coaches if they sign up under me (Power 90, Slim in 6, Hip Hop Abs, and Turbo Jam)...let me know!!! Until tomorrow...

Bring it!

- Erin

Week 2 of TurboFire - a summary

Okay my fitness peeps...I have taken almost a 10 ten hiatus from blogging about my fitness journey, and I am going to blame it on my mini-vacation up north as well as working on my Beachbody business. I have signed up for the "90 Days to Diamond" Program, and it is hardcore!!! Here is a summary of all the work I did on myself last week...keep in mind that I was on vacation Tuesday-Saturday...pretty impressive if you ask me!!! :)

Monday, July 5th

- TurboFire HIIT 20/Stretch 10

Tuesday, July 6th 

- TurboFire Fire 45/Stretch 10

Wednesday, July 7th

- TurboFire Fire 55 EZ

Thursday, July 8th

- TurboFire HIIT 15/Sculpt 30

Friday, July 9th

- TurboFire Core 20/Stretch 40

Sunday, July 11th

- TurboFire Fire 45

Today, Monday, July 12th

- TurboFire Fire 45 EZ/Stretch 10

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I must say I'm feeling good, and loving TurboFire. This week I am starting Week 3, eating right, drinking my Shakeology daily, and taking my Beachbody supplements. If you are looking for a great way to be successful physically and financially, I can help you become a Beachbody Coach, and get in the best shape of your life!!!

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ErinGettingFit Blog - Day Seven

July 2 - Day Seven
 
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Today's Workout:
TurboFire Fire 30
TurboFire Stretch 10
40 minutes

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Today I was uber-excited to do my TurboFire. I also felt confident knowing that today's workout was the same workout we did in Fit Club on Wednesday. It was a lot easier to do the moves correctly the second time, and I'm really loving Fire 30. It is no easy workout, and I sweated as much in 30 minutes of this workout as I did in the 55 minute workout or an hour of P90X. 

I did weigh myself this morning, and I am slightly sad to post my weight (175.4 pounds...up 0.2 pounds). I do realize that my clothes are fitting looser already and I'm gaining muscle, but it's still frustrating not to see results on the scale. I am going to Summer Fest tonight, and will probably grill out on Sunday...so...starting next week I am going to count my calories and replace one meal with Shakeology. The goal is just to get fit and loose inches. I need to stop stressing about the stupid scale!!! Until tomorrow...

Bring it!

- Erin

ErinGettingFit Blog - Day Six

July 1 - Day Six
 
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Today's Workout:
TurboFire 55 EZ
55 minutes

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I put today's workout into the DVD player thinking, "EZ Workout...should be a breeze!" Oh man...was I wrong! I was sweating bullets like every other Turbo workout, and loving every minute of it!!! I am actually looking forward to getting up early on my day off tomorrow to do some more TurboFire. Loving working out, loving coaching, loving life!!! Until tomorrow...

Bring it!

- Erin

ErinGettingFit Blog - Day Five

June 30th - Day Five

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Today's Workout:
TurboFire Fire 30 and Stretch 10
45 minutes

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Today I went to the Wisconsin Fit Club in Janesville to work out with my other Beachbody friends. It is a free workout every Wednesday from 6-7:30pm. If you want more information on the fit club...just ask! Everyone there loved TurboFire...including me! I have always been a huge fan of Chalene Johnson and Turbo Jam, so TurboFire was an easy transition. It really does work you hard, but is super fun at the same time. I know that I'm technically posting this blog on July 1st, but it is from yesterday's workout...sorry peeps! Until tomorrow (well, technically later today)...

Bring it!

- Erin