New Year, New You-2016

Now that Christmas is over and we are approaching a new year, it's time to start thinking about goals for next year.  I had a wonderful 2015 and look forward to what the new year will bring my family and I.  I have learned so much in the past year, so much that I want to share with the world!  One important thing that i learned involves setting goals for yourself.  I had never really done this before, except maybe in my head.  I mean,  how many of us make a new year's resolution that never happens!?  Sure, I've said, "I would really like to get tone this year."  "I would love to start eating healthier!"  "I wish I could become more organized."  Yes, I've said all of these things multiple times in my life.  And some of them, I would even start on, but NEVER complete.  But this past year was different for me and this upcoming year is going to be even better because of the things that I have learned.

These are the top things that you must do when setting goals:
1.  WRITE THEM DOWN!!  You have to have them written down somewhere where you can see them daily.  Most of us are very visual people.  And it makes it more real when it's written on paper.
2.  Write down a plan for how you will achieve these goals.  What are you specifically going to do every day to ensure that these goals are met?
3.  You must look at them EVERYDAY!  Have then sitting on your nightstand so that every morning when you wake up, you look at then and reread them.  This will keep the idea in your head so that you don't forget what it is your are working toward.
4.  Share your goals with someone; spouse, friend, partner, etc.  If you share your goals with someone else, it will help keep you accountable.  You've said it out loud, now you must follow through.
5.  If possible, get an accountability partner, someone who has similar goals and that you can turn to when you feel like giving up.  Find someone who will help keep you motivated and whom you can help motivate.
6.  Make a vision board!  I love having a vision board, with pictures of my goals, my dreams, somewhere where i can see it daily and be reminded.  I have mine on a board in my office but there are also apps that you can use to create a vision board.
7.  Don't be afraid to reach for the stars!  I think that if you believe in it strongly enough, you can make it happen.  But you do have to WORK for it!!!
8.  NEVER GIVE UP!!!  You must fail sometimes in order to succeed.  That is how we learn, through our failures and mistakes.  Learn from them and keep moving on!!  Just keep swimming!!  ;)

All of these things have kept me focused on my goals.  Has it always been easy? NO.  Did I reach all my goals i set out to this year?  NO, but I haven't given up and I'm reaching for the stars in 2016!

One of my goals for the new year is to help as many people as i can to reach their health and fitness goals!!  This is important to me because I believe that living a healthy lifestyle can be life changing.  It certainly has been for me!
So, I am starting the year off RIGHT with our NEW YEAR, NEW YOU Challenge!!
We will officially start this challenge on January 11th with Prep week beginning January 4th.

Here are the details:

Your choice of one of Beachboy's best home based workouts
Meal plan based on your goals
Free Beachbody Coach
30 Day supply of Shakeology or Performance supplements
Inspiration, accountability and Support that fits with your busy lifestyle

Receive inspiration and support in our private challenge group on Facebook.  Be surrounded by positive people with similar goals as you.  The challenge will run for 60 days and there will be weekly contests and prizes based on participation in the group.

Here is how you can get a spot in the group:
*Order a Challenge Pack (comes with workout, meal plan and Shakeology)
*Order Shakeology on auto ship
*Order Performance Supplements stack on autoship

You MUST sign up with me as your coach!

Order deadline is January 4th.  Make sure to order using my link:  www.beachbodycoach.com/tgilles3177

If you are interested in joining this challenge, please fill out the following form:
https://tammygilles.wufoo.com/forms/z1g3iddz1ac0794/

Let's make 2016 the best yet!!

Why health and fitness...why now??

As Beachbody coaches, we talk a lot about our "Why."  Why did we decide to become a coach?  Why are you a coach now?  Why is it important that we succeed?  Why this business versus another network marketing company?  These are important questions because our "why" helps determine how successful we will be. Without a strong why, we wouldn't have the drive to keep going.  It's our why in life that drives us in everything we do.  Why do you get up in the morning?  Why do you go to work everyday?  Why do you go to church every Sunday?  Why do you volunteer at your kids school? Why?

Our whys can change just as our lives can.  The reason I became a BeachBody coach is not exactly the same reason that drives me now.  I became a coach because I wanted the accountability for myself.  I loved being a part of a challenge group.  It helped keep me motivated and on course.  I wanted to run my own challenge groups to help others do the same. I chose health and fitness because I'm passionate about it.   I didn't think I would earn an income from it.  I had no idea how much I would enjoy it.  I never realized that it would change me in so many different ways.  I didn't know it would make me want to be better in all areas of my life.  I didn't know the drive for success, that it would ignite in me.  But it has done all of these things. 

I have been a stay at home mom for over 12 years now.  I wouldn't trade it for the world!  I love that I have never missed a first step, or first word or any other firsts.  I love playdates and meeting other stay at home moms!  I love that I get to volunteer at the kids school and go on field trips!  I realize that this is a luxury that not all moms get or maybe even want.  We are all different and different is good.  But as moms, working or not, we all make sacrifices, and at some point we question the decisions we make.  As a stay at home mom, especially in the early years, my husband and I sacrificed a lot!  It is not always easy to live off of one income and there were many, many times that I felt so much guilt because I wasn't contributing to our family's finances.  I was always looking for a way to save money or make an extra few dollars here or there without giving up the time with my kids.  I have no regrets about staying home!  My point is that it's not always easy.

The point of this little story is that I have found a way to contribute to my family financially.  I have found something that I'm passionate about!  I have found something that allows me to help others!  I have found my "why!"  I will succeed in this business so that I can give back to my husband all the things that he sacrificed for our family!  Not because he's ever complained, because he certainly hasn't.  But because he has worked so hard to support us the last 13 years and has given up so much for our family.  It's time for me to give back to him!  My husband and my family are my "why."

This "why", coupled with my passion to help others get healthy, is what drives me everyday and keeps me going strong! 

I want to share my passion with YOU!  I want to help YOU make your why come true!  We often get signs in life.... HERE IS YOURS!  DON'T INGNORE IT! 

Message me for a Backstage pass to see what coaching is all about!!

Snickerdoodle delight Shakeology

I discovered a new favorite Shakeology combination this week so I have to share!  I don't veer too much on what I put in my Shakes except maybe to switch from bananas to strawberries.  And I've been drinking the chocolate flavored from the start.  However, I have tried other flavors but chocolate has been my favorite, imagine that.  Anyway, last month I ordered Vanilla to change it up a bit.  And here is the combination that I put together and LOVE!

Snickerdoodle Delight

1/2 scoop chocolate Shakeology
1/2 scoop vanilla Shakeology
1 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Vanilla
1 tsp honey
1/2 TBSP PB2
1/2 Banana
1/2 cup ice

Mix all ingredients together in a blender and voila!  Enjoy!

PS- I did add spinach in mine today because I needed the extra greens and it did NOT change the taste at all.  Also, I almost always add Chia seeds in my Shakes. 

Oh yea, and in the picture is also Focused Energy Boost which I absolutely swear by!  It gives me the extra energy i need to get through the day with a busy 3 year old!  Shoot me a comment if you'd like more info on it or check out my website!  http://teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/SHKEnergyBoost?referringRepId=582447

All I want for Christmas is a Six-Pack of abs!

We all have abs!! Some of us can see them, some of us can't.  And that's okay. Not everyone wants a six pack of abs. Not everyone has the desire to see their abs come out. And that's okay. We are all different. We all have different fitness goals and are at different fitness levels. It's what makes the world go round. I think, if you are up and moving and making a conscious effort to feed your body the nutrients you need than you are on the right path. My goal as a Health and Fitness coach is NOT to have everyone look the same. My goal is to help people start making healthier choices and start living a healthier life. 

That being said, if you are looking to bring out that six pack of abs, I have a challenge for you!  Next week I will be hosting. FREE 7 day ab challenge via Facebook. Each day I will be posting an ab workout that you can do almost anywhere. If you need some new ideas to add to your workout regime then you will want to join me. I will also be revealing my secret tips to how after 37 years and 3 kids, I finally found my abs!!

If you are interested in joining me, you can go to my Fb page and leave me a comment and I will get you added. https://www.facebook.com/Tammy-Fierce_and_Fit-1423818677926236/

If you think a six pack is out of reach, you're wrong!  But it does require work and dedication.