NPC Figure Competition- 9 Weeks out

So I recently decided to take another leap and do my 3rd Figure Competition!! The last one I did was in April and in Pittsburgh, PA.... so why not do the same one again, but work harder?!? Yup, its game on!! Time to focus, re-visit my WHY and continue moving forward!!  Fitness, Clean Eating, and Dedication!!

I will say I will have some obstacles mentally and emotionally, but I will NOT let them get in the way of my journey! I've had obstacles in the past and know that God has given me strength to continue moving forward no matter what gets in my way!!

No matter what... Live life to its fullest every day!!! With a little E&E :P

So here I am 9 weeks out...

  I am a little far behind where I was last show 9 weeks out, but I also feel I have an advantage with my experience, knowledge, and training! I am doing weight training 5 days a week, cardio 2 times a day but 1 cardio is just very light low impact cardio for the most part! 

My mornings are my Beachbody fitness programs such as CIZE, which is a dancing cardio, 21 DAY FIX which I do the Plyo 2 times a week and cardio fix, then my afternoon training is either the gym, or BODY BEAST.

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My picture above with Leg day totally summed this up... Asparagus is again my new best friend... and yes, my pee smells again lol.. GAH why does it have to do that?!? 

Im really not suppose to have too much dairy now that Im training, but had to do this again.. Fresh fruit plate with 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt drizzled with Agave!  One of my favorites!

I also made some DELICIOUS Italian Meatballs from the FIXATE cookbook from the creator of the 21 DAY FIX and 21 DAY FIX EXTREME.

 So... along with some new recipes, I am back to a good, healthy mindset and my body is doing exactly what I need it to.. other than my knee and back hurting but that is just because I think I started back way to strong!! One day at a time!!

My meal plan this week is as follows:

Yup Im following the CIZE meal plan and I actually am adding in an extra protein from our new Performance Line into my SHAKEOLOGY... yup tastes like a chocolate frosty! BOOM! Cravings gone and tastes AHHH-MAZING!!

So here it is... My plan for the week and its going well!! Im excited to keep track each week and show you my progress along the way!! My goal is to show you whats totally possible if you have similar goals!!  Let's kick butt and stay accountable together!!

*As I am training for my show, I am also helping others along their health and fitness journey but giving my 1:1 support, motivation, nutrition and fitness tips, and awesome recipes to use along the way!! If you are interested in getting an exclusive spot in my next fitness challenge, please fill out the application below!

Mother/Daughter Fit For Summer Challenge!

MOM & DAUGHTER FITNESS CHALLENGE- FIT FOR SUMMER!

Now, being a role model is important for our families right? But one thing I have gained in my own journey is being able to bring my mother on it with me! As our family struggles with weight and health issues, I knew that helping my mother was at the VERY top of my list!! As I was working as a fitness coach for 2.5 years now, it took me 2 years to really get her involved... YES, this was on HER time, not mine!

I have learned that we cannot want something for someone more than they want it yourself.  Here is the game changer though... I NEVER once gave up on her! I continued to encourage, support, and try to motivate her! I honestly feel that is what helped her come along back in January of this year! 
Now that my mother Lorie Shusteric and I both have been on our fitness journeys and amazing results, we are ready to share this journey with others to find success, happiness, and health!
As a part of our journey, we participated in Beachbody Challenges, used a fitness program (yes, we work out at HOME) of our choice from the many options that Beachbody provides us with, and incorporate Clean Eating, and replace 1 meal a day with Shakeology, our health shake full of superfoods and dense nutrition! Yes, this is an entire meal! 

So what you get is---> 
FITNESS + NUTRITION + SUPPORT = RESULTS!!
Yes, in our challenge groups, we provide 1:1 coaching and mentoring, nutrition and fitness tips, recipes, and help with meal planning (No I am NOT a nutritionist, but I am educated with nutrition classes, and experience as a personal trainer and my OWN experience through my fitness journey and as a Figure Competitor), along with daily motivation and accountability.  I have noticed through experience of running my challenge groups for 2.5 years now, that most people struggle with having a support system to help them daily, or because they want to "DIET" their way to success! 

Well, I have news!!! You CANNOT DIET AND BE SUCCESSFUL FOREVER! Your body is made a certain way for a reason!! It REQUIRES nutrition, whole foods, carbs, protein, fats, and water! If you deprive your body of these, EVENTUALLY you will have to start eating them again, and the weight WILL come back on! Ok, enough with the CAPS! It just means those words are important lol!

Ok, so back to my challenge! Since helping my mother along on her journey and seeing such amazing results:
Lowered cholesterol --> Actually, her Doctor said she would be on it FOREVER, and last week was completely TAKEN OFF of her meds after YEARS of being on medication!! 
Lowered blood pressure, lowered blood sugar (was borderline diabetic), and lost 20 lbs (that she hasn't lost in years), more energy, on a regular eating schedule without craving or binging like she use to, and is stronger and more fit than I EVER remember her and she is now 52!!
Pretty amazing?? Yes!! 
For me, I have lost 40 lbs myself, more energy, less cravings, better digestion, and now am competing as an NPC Figure competitor at the age of 29 AFTER having 2 children!

So if this is what can happen for you, would you give it a try? Would you be able to commit to 60 days with us to potentially CHANGE YOUR LIFE?1?! Yes, I'm back to the CAPs because it is that important! Your health, your happiness, and your success IS important! We know how it feels and this opportunity we were given is amazing and now its time to pay it forward to others who struggle with their weight, energy, nutrition, and/or motivation!
Whether you are looking to lose 5, 10, 25, or 100 lbs, YOU are totally capable of making your goals happen IF you want it bad binge enough!

If you are ready to take your leap of faith to your fitness journey and what you are doing is NOT working for you, your opportunity is waiting, and I am here to help you start your journey to a successful and healthy/fulfilling lifestyle!  Please fill out the application below and I will contact you for more information on how to get an exclusive spot in our Mom & Daughter Fit For Summer Challenge Group!

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