21 DAY FIX EXTREME- MY JOURNEY TO SUCCESS!

MY JOURNEY- 21 DAY FIX EXTREME AND SHAKEOLOGY

So here it goes... I'm actually tired of prepping for the figure shows right now.  After doing 2 in a row, I feel like my mind is not where it use to be, especially with food.  I binge more than ever, and although I workout like I am training, it does nothing for me when I have these cheat meals.  So I have decided it would be in my own best interest to take a break from my shows.  After doing 2 back to back, I put myself on over load.  I didn't hurt my body, but was honestly more my mindset than anything.  
SO I am really excited to just get back into my own normal routines with my Beachbody workouts!!
I always do so well with them because I love the schedules, 30 minutes of working out is not overkill, and I feel like a normal human being on a healthy regimen NOT DIETING all  the time! Its what I teach my challengers... It is NOT a DIET, its a LIFESTYLE! When I say that, I know from experience!! Diets are temporary... they do not last forever.  
So to be back on my normal routine is pretty exciting!! I feel free!!

The only way to keep myself accountable is to do what I do with my challengers.... Take my before pictures and measurements! I know last time I took pics in this suit, I looked much better, but I have to realize I'm human and I need to do this for myself!! So here it goes... this is a promise to myself to NOT look like this in 21 days...Not saying I look terrible, but compared to 2 months ago, geeze I look different!!

The time you will see my side like this!! :(

 Well, this totally gave me some motivation!!! GAHH!! Ok, now to start working hard!!

 Had a little Pre-workout and Post-workout pic---> 21 DAY FIX EXTREME = NO JOKE!!!

My breakfast was:

1/2 cup oatmeal with cinnamon

1 Shakeology

1 Tsp. Coconut oil---> This was a first drinking it... yea, its something I need to get use to for sure!!

I had another Shakeology as my last meal, Chicken twice with brussel sprouts, and a grilled chicken salad with my new spicy ranch as my dinner!!  Ok, I did add shredded cheese to my salad, but still within limits of my containers :) 

Seriously, this new dressing I made was probably the BEST dressing I have had in a while!!

Here is some more prepping that I did for this week for my meals:

If you are wanting to start your journey with an easy meal plan, containers to help with your portion control, and daily accountability, tips, recipes, and motivation to help you reach your ultimate health and fitness goals, please fill out my challenge group application below for a spot in my next fitness challenge!

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Fitness Coach Working From Home- Success Happens when Preparation Meets Opportunity!

FITNESS COACH WORKING FROM HOME:

 SUCCESS HAPPENS WHEN PREPARATION MEETS OPPORTUNITY!

2.5 years ago, I did something that was totally out of my comfort zone, and I had NO idea what I was getting myself into.  You know, one of those "crazy ideas" that randomly come up with....

Well, as I was on my own fitness journey, I finally found what "works" for me.  Not the diets, not the diet pills, not starvation.. it was a lifestyle that made me feel good about myself, helped my energy levels, my cravings, and I had the body that I never even had in college before kids! 

They say once you have kids, your body never goes back.. well I partially agree... It does change, but it is not true that you cannot look better than you did before! I can say I NEVER had abs before kids. I was in shape, but never had a 4 pack and definitely not a 6 pack!

So as I reached my fitness goals, I felt it was only fair to share this opportunity with others who are wanting to make lifestyle changes and find a way to gain healthy habits. So I started running my challenge groups which are closed groups on Facebook where I work 1:1 with my customers to give them daily motivation, support, and accountability, along with tips and tools to help them stay on track of their own goals! I have found that this was not only helping my customers, but myself with my own accountability!

I was spending between 30 minutes and 1 hour a day, working with my customers who need help with their journey, along with sharing my own story to social media (Facebook, Instagram, and my blog).  I would share my workouts, what I am eating, and some healthy recipes that I made to maybe help someone else who is looking for something new!

As I was sharing my story, it was giving others who are looking for a healthier lifestyle a place to go! SO many people have no clue how to get the help, or they feel that they could never achieve their goals.  But as I shared my own experience through my journey, it gave people hope that if I can do it, they can to! 

I helped these people in need of a lifestyle change with accountability, support, a fitness program that fits their goals and fitness level, and a nutrition plan that comes with the program.  Along with the program, my challengers incorporate a dense nutritious meal that gives them nutrients that they do not even get from their typical meals at home.  Superfoods, pre and probiotics, digestive enzymes, anti-oxidants and more.... amazing nutrition---> SHAKEOLOGY!

If I can give my customers 1 meal that I know they are getting exactly what they need to reach their goals, then I am one happy coach! 

As a fitness coach, I focus on the entire lifestyle:

FITNESS + NUTRITION + SUPPORT = REUSLTS!

As I help my challengers with their results, I also am looking for other people with the same passion as I do for helping others, people with the passion for health and fitness, and a drive to want to succeed! 

As I helped people with their goals, I was also able to provide financial freedom for my family! I went from working full time as an ER nurse, to retiring at age 29 to stay at home with my kids and working with my challengers full time to help them reach their goals!

Our team Forever FIT, also part of the #1 Team in the entire Beachbody organization, has the top training that you need to be successful as a fitness coach.  We give FREE trainings to get coaches started right and learn the basics of the business, along with FREE trainings to grow further in your business to the top 1% of the company, which our team is currently at!

How do you start growing your business as a fitness coach:

-Continue your own journey and be a product of the product (show you are using the programs and Shakeology as well as your customers)

-Invite others to join your challenge group to help them on their journey 

-Invite others to coach who have a passion for fitness and helping others

-Get involved in the trainings ASAP --> The sooner you start, the sooner you see success!

-Attend calls--> Our team has weekly calls, along with the calls we have during our trainings (on video conference call so we can see and talk as a team!)

What do our trainings entail:

-How to start growing your business right away

-How to invite others on this journey

-How to Share the opportunity VS. "Selling"

-How to Rank Advance in your business and earn income in your first month of coaching

-How to grow your business with social media (different social media outlets and how to use them)

How can you gain financial freedom as a home fitness coach:

-You earn 25% commission on your customers' purchases

-You get 25% off your own products (save money with groceries every month)

-As you build a team (with other coaches who join you), you earn volume which turns into long term income

-You earn FREE trips as you help others with their fitness journey!

What you need to start:

-A positive mindset

-A drive to want to help others

-A passion for fitness 

-Ability to access a computer

-Ability to share your journey or what you will be doing (many successful coaches start out never having a transformation, but its the ability to share while on your journey that counts!)

-Your own challenge pack to start your journey (A fitness program, nutrition guide, and Shakeology)!

If you are ready to start your journey to success with me, please fill out the application below for a spot on my team! I will contact you within the next 24 hours!

I am running a FREE 5 day SNEAK PEEK into BEACHBODY COACHING if you are interested, again, please fill out the application to be added to this group for more information on what we do as home fitness coaches! You can also go ahead and add me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Deidra.Penrose and message me to be added to my 5 Day Free Sneak Peek into Coaching!

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21 Day Fix & Shakeology Success Story- Jessica F.

21 DAY FIX & SHAKEOLOGY SUCCESS STORY- Jessica F.

One thing that makes me excited is seeing my challengers and coaches getting amazing results on their health and fitness journey.  Even more, success stories like Jessica's!! Hers is extra special for a couple reasons!! Jessica started in my challenge group in a closed group on facebook using 21 DAY FIX and SHAKEOLOGY which is our health shake meal replacement full of dense nutrients and superfoods to get her started on her journey.  

Jessica is a momma and taking care of 8 kids at home.  This is an easy excuse NOT to workout, but she chose to take the route to success and to get her amazing results! She was always in great shape, but after having her children, it became more difficult for her to stay on track, especially with how busy she is! Now is turning her excuse not to workout into her REASON to workout--> to be that positive role model for her kids and brothers!

Not only is she caring for 8 kids, but she is currently doing it alone! Her hubby is away in basic training and again... thats easily another reason for anyone to use it as an excuse not to work out and be healthy... all the emotions that come with a husband in active duty.  But again, she chose to take her husband being away as a REASON to get healthy.. She wants to surprise him for when he comes home!! 

Ok, I don't know about you, but I totally have chills just typing this!!  I feel like I get to be a part of one of those coming home videos for the military! How amazing is it to be able to watch Jessica go through her journey to surprise her hubby for his home coming?!?! Oh, I will say it's absolutely amazing!!  This is exactly what fills my cup.. being able to help people through their journey. Now, I cannot wait to see pictures and a video of Jessica's hubby's expression when he sees her!! To top it off, I must say, the new hair do is pretty awesome too!! :) 

What is so great about joining in my challenge groups is programs such as the 21 DAY FIX, you get everything you need to get long term, HEALTHY results!  

WHAT YOU GET IN MY CHALLENGE GROUP:

• A fitness program of your choice
• A nutrition guide to follow
• Shakeology to incorporate DAILY into your regimen to give you nutrients you normally do not get from every day food

    *Available in a challenge pack for discounted price*

ALONG WITH:

• Daily support and my 1:1 coaching
• Daily Nutrition and fitness tips
• Ability to track your progress: We take before and after pictures to track your progress and keep you accountability (don't worry, we do not share these!)
• TRANSFORMATION SUCCESS STORY!!

If you are ready to start your journey to reach your health and fitness goals, please fill out the application below to get a spot in my next fitness challenge group!  

*Feel free to add me on facebook at www.facebook.com/Deidra.penrose

* "Like" my Fitness page Embrace Your Figure on Facebook

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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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WHOLE WHEAT PROTEIN BANANA WAFFLES

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 1 egg and 2 egg whites, beaten
• 1 ¾ cup skim milk 
• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 Tbsp baking powder 
• 1 Tbsp Stevia
• ¼ tsp Himalayan salt

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat your waffle iron and coat with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a medium size bowl, mash banana. Add eggs, milk, applesauce and vanilla extract and whisk together until combined. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, Stevia and salt. Beat egg mixture in with the flour mixture until only a few lumps remain. 
3. Carefully spoon the batter onto the pre-heated waffle iron and cook until golden brown. Repeat until batter is finished.

Nutrition Information

Per Serving (1 waffle):

Calories: 157
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 8g
Sugars: 6g

If you are looking for more ideas on clean eating, recipes, tips, and more, JOIN my next 60 day fitness challenge! You will have 60 days of daily motivation, accountability, and 1:1 coaching by me! 

*Requires incorporating clean eating, meal prepping, and home fitness workouts!

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HOW I Grew A Successful Fitness Career from my Own HOME!

Growing A Successful Fitness Career FROM HOME!!!

As I am sitting outside WORKING at home with my kids, I am feeling so blessed that this amazing opportunity was given to me just 2.5 years ago.  But many people think,  "I could never do something like that.." Well, Guess what?! I FELT THE SAME WAY!!

Now I want to SHARE with you how I got to this position in my life as a Home Fitness Coach!

As a nurse, I was working swing shifts, holidays, with 2 kids, ages  1 year and 6 weeks old.  I began my own fitness journey and loved how my body was changing.  I knew there was opportunity to create a career with fitness, but I thought, WHY would I throw away my 4 year Bachelors degree in Nursing to make fitness as a career?? Is that even a career?? That is exactly what I thought! 

Then I realized that as I was sharing my journey with others about how my home fitness programs through BEACHBODY and SHAKEOLOGY has changed my life!  It wasn't just the weight lost, but my increase in energy, decrease in cravings, decrease in bloating, improvements with my digestive system, and being able to create healthy habits that my children can see and one day, follow in my footsteps!  

I felt it was only right to help others feel this same way! As I shared this opportunity with others who were trying to find themselves through diets, diet pills, starvation, and surgeries, I realized I was changing lives 1 by 1! As I was helping others, I didn't realize that I was actually bringing in income to support my family and to help pay the bills!! My goal was to replace what we pay in groceries every month.. then I continued helping others, and it became an income to pay for groceries AND daycare!  

Fitness became a PASSION to me... I honestly can not say 1 negative thing about putting your and your family's health FIRST! 
Its about being the best version of YOU and inspiring others around you!

*2.5 Years later, with consistency and continued passion for what I do, I retired as a nurse and pursued my passion as my full-time Career! 

I will say, I did not start full time!  I put in 30 minutes here and there, shared what I am doing to everyone I knew, invited others to join me on my journey, and most importantly, did NOT give up because others didn't approve, or were annoyed by what I shared! For those who made comments, UN-FRIENDED me (yes even people who were "supposedly my best friends") or talked behind my back, I knew those people were NOT true friends... So WHY would I give up on something to please them and not myself?? Do they really have an impact on my life if they don't support me? Absolutely NOT! I knew I would inspire more than I would bother! And everyone knows, that "unfriend" button is right at the top!

My success for helping others is way more important than what others think of me and I was NOT that person at one time.. I always cared what people thought of me.. that is until the reward of not caring came along! So, yes, we will have struggles, obstacles, just like ANYTHING else in life, but I promise, that reward is so much greater!! 

Now I am staying home with my kids after only 2.5 years of dedicating myself to my fitness career part-time... I can now live life by design! I control me, my business, my hours, my vacations, my office, my income, EVERYTHING!!

I am now looking for 10 people to join me on this journey to success and happiness! It's time to surround yourself with people who lift you up!

If you are you passionate about your health and fitness goals, love helping others, and are looking to provide financial freedom for you  and your family, please fill out the application below for an opportunity that will change your life as a Fitness Coach working from home!

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From NURSE to Stay at Home Mom Fitness Coach!

One of the best decisions I could have made was taking that leap of faith just 2.5 years ago to start a new chapter in my life! As a nurse and mom of 2 boys, it was hard juggling the swing shifts, working every other holiday, weekends, but making time for my kids in between those 12 hour shifts at the same time.  It was draining and if you are in the health field, you know exactly what I am talking about!

It wasn't until missing my son's first time crawling that I knew I needed to do something or I was going to continue missing out on my kids "firsts".... for instance 1st days at school, sports events, etc. One day when I was working in the ER, it was many of the nurse's kids' 1st day at school.  Hearing how they wish they were home to see their kids get on the bus made me sad.  My heart ached for them.  But then I realized something.  I was going to turn into one of these nurses missing out on my kids 1st days at school if I don't do something or change my career! 

After my 2nd son was born, I decided to try to get out of the hospital setting and take Master's classes for my School Nurse Certification.  Good hours, off in the summer, off evenings and weekends, and good retirement.  So I was working almost full time in the ER (you can count full time with the OT I did), going to school, caring for an infant and 1 year old, and in the middle of building our first home.  

I was introduced to TEAM BEACHBODY and was asked to join a challenge group to help with my weight loss journey since I was on a mission after my 2nd child.  I was skeptical because I didn't have the extra income to pay up for more workouts and protein drinks.  I needed help so I took the leap of faith and thought, well, if it doesn't work, I get my money and move on!  And that was that.
My results started coming in pretty quickly and those protein shakes... yea, they were way higher than my expectations... these meal replacement meals were full of high quality nutrients and superfoods and within weeks felt a difference with my digestive system, bloating, and cravings! 
I shared my journey with my friends and family and ended up signing up as a BEACHBODY COACH!

The fact that I was now saving money on my groceries by incorporating this SHAKEOLOGY into my regimen and and getting results, I took it upon myself to start helping others feel the way I felt.  I felt it was a disservice for me NOT to share this opportunity that was given to me! I thought, man, if I can just help 1 person and change their life, it will complete mine!  So that is what I started working for!
I would invite my friends and family and acquaintances to join me on my journey! Some said no, some ignored me, and others were thankful that I invited them!

As I started running challenge groups or support groups, I was working 1:1 with them, giving them daily motivation and accountability, and as they were getting results, they wanted to join me and help others while continuing their own journey! It became that domino effect! As this domino effect continued, I realized, this is something I can actually turn into a career for me! There is a chance I will no longer miss out on my kids growing up! 

That was my push! I continued inspiring others DAILY with my motivational posts in the morning, my post workout pictures to show I am still on my own journey, and I continued running my challenge groups to give people a place to have support and encouragement with their health and fitness goals.  The more people I helped, the more income I was bringing home for my family! Being able to pay for all groceries for the month is where I found my first financial freedom success! It was amazing for me to be able to do that! Then I was paying for groceries and day care! I figured, this is it! Im going all in! I am passionate, I love what I am doing, and I wake up EVERY morning excited to check in my groups and look at my messages about my challengers success or a new person wanting my help!  This is what fills my cup!!

After 1 year of working as a fitness coach with Beachbody, I was able to quit my job, but refused.. I thought, I worked too hard for that degree. I cannot quit my nursing job, I love my job, so I will go relief!  And that is what I did!  What I didn't realize is how quickly my life changed! I was getting invited to all these business trips AKA vacations that were PAID by Beachbody because of the work I was putting in!  Going to Vegas for Summit (our biggest training), Arizona for Leadership, and a cruise to the Bahamas! On top of that, we are constantly having opportunities to go to local trainings, which I didn't want to miss! It was becoming a lot to handle, along with taking care of my kids and building my business more.  Something had to give and I realized my hobby for fitness was officially my passion and my new career FULL TIME!

As of March, 2015, I took the biggest and scariest leap of faith I ever had to do and retired as a nurse! Yes, at 29, I was able to leave my full time career with my Masters to stay home with my kids and work with what my true passion is-- FITNESS! Now I knew one day I wanted  to be able to watch my kids grow, but NEVER did I imagine I would be able to retire, let alone build a business by working from home doing what I love the most!

I am now watching every moment with my kids... Taking them and picking them up from gymnastics, I just signed them up for summer camp 4 days a week... and I will be at ALL events!! Its surreal!   

I am surrounding myself with amazing, uplifting people, and my team is absolutely AMAZING!! I have build friendships that I never had.  We share the same passion, we are mothers, wives, fitness lovers, and we have a goal of being an inspiration to someone.  We are here to help change lives and provide others with the opportunity that was given to us!

Last weekend, we attended our Super Saturday event in Pittsburgh, PA and it was incredible!  It was at Heinz Field, over 500 people, Elite panel with top coaches (I am thankful to be one of them who was on the panel :) ), and the most incredible thing happened... well 2 things!!

1. I was able to watch one of my own coaches and amazing friend speak on stage with the market council! Its so amazing to watch your team grow and be so successful! 

2. One of my other Diamond Coaches who has had an incredible journey, told me the BEST NEWS EVER!!! This little lady officially reached her 70 LB WEIGHT LOSS!!!
CAN YOU SAY GOOSIES!?!?! 

Just seeing my team growing and the excitement they have at these events just makes me complete! I am so thankful that this opportunity was put in front of me and cannot imagine where I would be if it weren't for Beachbody and the amazing things it has done for myself and my family!

Here is a recap of our Super Saturday event:

Getting ready to start the day together!! It was my first time meeting many of our coaches and it felt we knew each other forever!!! Love these ladies!! <3 nbsp="">

Melanie Mitro #1 coach (and my cuz), Alyssa, and Sarah!

Sarah, Ashley, Dana, and myself! 

Melanie, Maegan, and myself! 

OK I like pictures and my duck lips as people call them LOL! ;) 

Our AMAZING Team who attended the event FOREVER FIT!! Here to help support LLS awareness and our good friend Katy Ursta who is running for Pittsburgh Woman of the Year!

Pre Workout selfies!!

Sarah G and I! Love this girl!! Teacher, mom, wife, and huge inspiration!!  Post workout pic of course!! ;) 

After our event, our team went out for lunch together just to celebrate us all meeting and being together!! How awesome was it that we put our weight loss together from when we all started our journey with Beachbody and this table has lost 250 POUNDS TOTAL!! Well, we will just say we know enough people to say we know these programs work, the SHAKEOLOGY we drink DAILY works, and our challenge groups keep us going every day!! 

This is what I love surrounding myself with! 

If you are love working out, being healthy and want to share this healthy lifestyle with others, or you are starting your journey, but want to help others and earn financial freedom for you and/or your family, please fill out the application below for joining our team Forever FIT and get in my next 10 day New Coach Fast Track to Success Training!

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