21 Day Fix!!!

 This program well pretty much saved me from myself!! I hated my body, which meant I wasn't too keen on myself as a whole.  My second child did not want to sleep at all and I was exhausted but I was sick of feeling crappy and not feeling like myself. So, I signed up to do 21 day fix with a Beachbody Coach and it was the greatest day of my life. 3 weeks later and I was ALMOST at my goal weight, I still had a bit to go so I decided to do another 21 days... loved every minute of it. I still incorporate it into my daily workout regime. You NEED to try 21 day fix if you are at all thinking an at home workout program is something you want to try.  E-mail me for more details, I would LOVE to help you out!!

"You give me three weeks, I'll give you the body you've always wanted" -Autumn Calabrese
(MY FAVORITE QUOTE from the maker of 21 Day Fix"



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Tough Mudder Training!

Last night, we took both of our kids and our dog and went for a run. Needless to say it went actually pretty well. Our daughter rode her bike, my son rode in his stroller and the three of us ran.  We went about 3 miles, in that 3 miles we only had to stop twice because my daugther fell off her bike and the second because I almost ran our pup over when he stepped in front of me.  You just do what you need to do when you are training or working towards a goal.  Right now, my husband and I are training for our first Tough Mudder together! My husband did a Tough Mudder back in June, but for me it will be my first.

I find that doing 21 day Fix and PIYO has helped me excel in my preperation in strength and flexibility.  I feel like my biking to and from work has helped in my cardio.  I realized yesterday on my ride into work that my asthma get's WAY worse on the cold, which I just realized because I just found out I have asthma! Who knew! Being able to cross that finish line at Tough Mudder will be a great experience to share with my hubs and will make my even more excited to come home and finish 21 day fx!!

Here is our #sweatyselfie for the Beachbody Sweaty Selfie Challenge!

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Huge Accomplishments

Today, I received a letter in the mail from the head of Beachbody Carl Deikeler because I recently became an Emerald Coach as an Independent Coach with Beachbody.  This, to me was a major, major accomplishment. It means my hard work, determination and  perseverance have paid off.  I plan to continue to help people get healthy and reach their goals, but I needed to make note that this is my first step. A step up!

After 1 month of being a true Coach, helping people get health, helping people reach the goals that they want to reach I have made a big step.  It's always good to look at yourself and realize that you can be proud of yourself, no matter what.  I was proud of myself when I reached my goal weight doing 21 day fix and I am not proud of myself as a business woman.

If you are interested in sharing the crazy road I have been on with me, let me know.  I am looking for coaches to join my team, to help those that are wanting and needing help through nutrition and fitness!

Yay Emerald!

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Dessert---- Peaches on the BBQ... MMM MMM

This dessert is actually one that I had while at my cousins house telling her all the great things about being a coach!  Her and her husband made these and I just about died, I had to have 3!!!! They are super good and pretty good for you, so this credit goes to my cousin, Jackie.

They are Peaches on the BBQ with cinnamon and brown sugar.

 Start out by cutting your peaches and half like so... You will need at least 1 Peach for every person ( I usually make two per person at home as they are eaten pretty fast!)

 

Place them on the BBQ on low temperature and flip about 7 minutes in.  When you have flipped them back on their  front side, add a little bit of brown sugar and cinnamon to each one and let them cook until the brown sugar is all melted in (about 5 minutes)  Last nights peaches I did not put Brown Sugar on to make them a little healthier and they were just as good!!

After the Brown Sugar has melted they will look like this, take them off the BBQ and serve while still warm.. Serve with Ice Cream (of course not soo healthy), Frozen Yogurt (little healthier) or eat as they are (healthy!)

Thanks Jackie and Blaine for the AMAZING dessert idea!:) Hope you guys like it!

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The Dreaded Before and After Photos

Those dreaded photos that no one ever likes to take... UNTIL you get that rockin' body that you have always wanted on your after photo shots and all you want to do is find a reason to post a photo of yourself in a bikini... yes, I am talking about those photos. I remember back in February when I was asked to take before photos of myself and I remember my coach telling me that I was going to be so impressed when my after photos were taken and the before photos would just be a mere blur in my mind... Did I believe her? No, I didn't, but I did them anyway and sent them her way.  But... 21 days later I took those after photos, I actually got my husband to do them instead of me hiding in my room with a makeshift camera to take them.  I was so happy, impressed, proud and felt better than ever in my after photos. I was so excited to share them with my coach and now, I am actually sharing them with others, and it feels good to be able to do that. So.. here are my before and after.

Before, at my Grandpa's cabin last year about the same time dreading getting into a bathing suit but having to anyway to play with my kids.  I was so unhappy with my body and extremely tired, all I wanted to do was crawl in a little hole.  I know I had just had a baby 5 months prior, but I still was not happy with the way I looked and percieved myself. 

After, today as my husband walked in the door I asked him to take a photo of me in my life now.  My happy, healthy, energetic and not so tiring after photo.  Although my 1 year still doesn't sleep, I am still able to stay energetic, motivated and ready for my day.  I thank Shakeology for that one and I thank Autumn at 21 Day Fix for making me get my butt out of bed so I can take after photos I am proud of!

I may not be at exactly what I picture myself, but I am darn close ands happy about where I am!

So go ahead and take those dreaded before photos, but make sure you remember that those after photos are the ones that are more important.  Where you will be when you are happy, healthy and changing your life is the more important photo!

I am leaving my email for anyone that wants more information on Beachbody Products, Shakeology, Etc... 21 Day Fix changed my life, it may change yours!

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Eating Healthy... or trying too

I am an addict to chocolate. I love anything chocolate but I also love sugar, which for the most part is the problem for alot of people.  Now that I am using Shakeology, I don't get the crazy cravings that I used to, but I do still enjoy my sugar and chocolate in moderation.  Instead of making a cupcake, or a brownie this past weekend, I decided to make this bread that I found on my pinterest site.  Buttermilk Banana Blueberry Bread.... it is unbelievable, so declicious, so moist.. and it's what makes it great is that it's pretty good for you.  I cut the sugar in half but other than that, the bananas makes up most of it and throw in some blueberries and you've got a delicious bread to have on the go! You can find the recipe here, which I have taken from Damn Delicious Website; http://damndelicious.net/2012/06/23/buttermilk-banana-blueberry-bread/

It is important to make sure you have weeks where you are not only focusing on eating healthy, of cousre this is great but you can get burned out of always finding something healthy.  Throwing in something a little unhealthy that is a decent size, isn't going to hate anything and knowing your body helps.  What I have learnt is to make sure at least once a week I have a meal that is not necessarily on my "healthy" list. Then you do not feel tempted everyday to get in an unhealthy snack.  Make sure you do whatever works for you without feeling guilty!!  I hope you enjoy the recipe as much my family and I did!

Imagine....

** Photo Credit - emelienicholsfitness.blogspot.com **

21 Day Fix Promo Video

http://beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/Itscarver1?bctid=3124709772001

A great video to watch if you are interested in 21 day fix, it helps people see exactly what the workouts entail!

**taken from Beachbody.com**

I think I was made to do this

As I reflect over the last month of actively becoming a coach, I have realized how inspiring and wonderful of a feeling it has been.  Over this last month, I have gone on a couple vacations, had a  bike accident that left me in no shape to work out for 10 days and on bed rest.  All of this along with trying to figure out different ways to reach out to people and make sure they know that they deserve to feel their best, always!

I received a phone call from a great friend in another Province yesterday and she told me that because of me, she was getting healthy again and what really resinated with me is that she said " I am starting to love my body again".  That to me is HUGE! Especially to women that have gone through a pregnancies, child birth and the 6 months of trying to recover afterwards, I can relate.  You start to feel down in the dumps, your body is no where close to what it was before and now you have a child to look after and don't have the time for yourself like you once did.  After my first child, my husband and I did P90X, I was able to do it up until I had to go in for emergency surgery to get my appendix out, after that I stopped. I am not sure why, but I did.  A year later I decided to start riding my bike to work, which helped me stay on track and enjoy the body I was in.  We then decided to have another child and once again ballooned up.  Our second child wasn't as nice to me as our first, he rarely slept at night and during the day would have a couple 40 minute naps, leaving me pulling my hair out!  But at about 9 months, things changed, he changed and so I decided to change.  I took the plunge and bought 21 day fix.  I got back into shape in 21 days, I felt amazing.  The Shakeology was doing exactly what I was told it was going to do, make me feel better, make me less hungry, less cravings and the big kicker, give me more energy!

I decided to sign up to be a coach in March only to get a discount on my Shakeology and products.. but this last month I saw something over the months before inside of me that I knew I had to just roll with.  That was, that I became extremely passionate about trying to stay fit, live a healthy lifestyle with my family and hopefully along the way help someone out.  So, the phone call I received yesterday just got me so excited, excited for her and excited for me.  Excited for her because she is on her way to feeling good about herself again and see all the things that myself and others see about her and excited for me because I felt that I might have changed her life right there, just by having a simple conversation about a program that I feel so passionate about!

Do what you love!!!

What happens to your body when you stop working out- Article Attached

I want to share a great fitness article that I found on Women's Health Magazine.com.  It's all about what happens to your body when you stop working out (even if it is for a short period of time).  It is a great read and great for people that need the motivation to keep moving forward with their workouts!

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/fitness-hiatus

Along with a great read, I found this GREAT, GREAT recipe from Reluctant Entertainer about a month ago and I feel like I have had it at least once a week it is so yummy, summery, healthy and delicious! ENJOY!

http://reluctantentertainer.com/2014/05/strawberry-watermelon-chicken-salad/


**credit to Womens Health Magazine.com and Reluctant Entertainer.com**

Beachbody Challenges

What is a Challenge Pack?

There are many different ways you can get involved in a Beachbody Challenge and there are many different workouts to choose from; beginner to advanced it doesn't matter what group you are in, there is a program for you! A Challenge Pack has it's advantages as you receive a workout as well as Shakeology so your results are more noticable, faster and your body is feeling good!

What comes with a Challenge Pack?
Challenge Packs include; DVD of your choice (some include equipment, depending on the DVD), 1 Month Supply of Shakeology (Chocolate, Strawberry, Vanilla, Greenberry, Vegan Chocolate and Vegan Strawberry), 30 day free trial to Team Beacbody Club where you can get all your workouts, recipies and much more!

What are the different types of Challenges you can do?
Challenge Packs include but not limited to the following;

You are not alone when it comes to Challenges...  I offer guidance, help and motivation throughout the process. All workout programs are different, whether they be 30 days, 21 days, 90 days, etc.. There is always help and guidance along the way!

Message or email me today for more information or if you have any questions!

 

Shakeology

What Is Shakeology?

Shakeology is the best meal you can have in your day.  It gives you more energy, helps with weight loss and keeps those cravings away! I personally love my scoop of shakeology in the morning after a workout because it makes me feel like I just put a whole bunch of goodness into my body! Makes me feel full, but not bloated and keeps me moving for the rest of my day!

How to take Shakeology?

You can make your shakeology with the many recipies that you receive with your monthly supply or can you do just about anything you want with the scoop a day you get!

Flavours of Shakeology
Strawberry, Vanilla, Chocolate, Greenberry, Vegan Strawberry, Vegan Chocolate

What's in Shakeology?

Protein and Essential Amino Acids to help build muscle and reduce food cravings*

• Help build and repair muscles
• Reduce hunger and food cravings
• Promote healthy skin, hair, and nails
• Chocolate and Greenberry Shakeology include whey protein isolate, an easily absorbable source of high-quality protein that's ideal for building and maintaining lean muscle mass. Tropical Strawberry and Vegan Chocolate include high-quality plant proteins from brown rice, pea and other sources. Essential amino acids, found in these proteins, help the body repair muscle tissue and heal wounds; and reduce hunger pangs. The protein in all Shakeology products provides a highly bioavailable source of essential amino acids.

Prebiotics, Probiotics and Digestive Enzymes, which aid in improving digestion, regularity, and nutrient absorption*

• Aids digestion
• Support a healthy intestinal tract
• Increase absorption of nutrients
• Shakeology contains many ingredients that are beneficial to the digestive system.
• Prebiotics, natural components of certain plants, help support the "friendly" bacteria in your digestive tract.
• Probiotics are strains of live good bacteria that help with the digestive process. They assist the body in absorbing nutrients and minerals, bring an overall balance to the digestive tract, and help support the immune system.
• Digestive enzymes, from sources such as pineapples and papayas, help your body break down food into its individual components, making the nutrients easier to absorb.

Adaptogens

• Help promote a strong immune system
• Help increase energy
• Help protect the body from stress
• Help balance endocrine hormones and the immune system
• Adaptogens are special herbs that grow in harsh climates and conditions, at high elevations, atop mountains where the soil is rocky and oxygen in the air is thin. Because these plants have to adapt to harsh conditions, they have highly concentrated nutrients that can help your body cope with stress, provide energy, and maintain a strong immune system. Shakeology has a total of 9 adaptogens. Which is more than any other shake out there.

Antioxidants and phytonutrients (plant-sourced ingredients) may help maintain health*

• Help neutralize harmful free radicals
• Help decrease inflammation
• Help maintain the immune system
• Potentially decrease the risk of degenerative diseases
• Many of Shakeology's fruit and vegetable sources have been chosen for their high concentration of healthy natural substances known as phytonutrients, including flavonoids, polyphenols, anthocyanins, and catechins. These substances have antioxidant properties, meaning they help neutralize molecules known as free radicals, which damage cells and may contribute to the aging process. In laboratory tests, phytonutrients have shown promise in helping prevent a wide variety of degenerative conditions.

23 Vitamins and Minerals your body needs to function for optimal health*

• Get a wide range of essential nutrients
• Get your necessary vitamins every day
• Make up for dietary deficiencies
• Most of us don't get the complete range of essential vitamins and minerals in our daily diets. Some important vitamins, such as vitamin C and the B vitamins, are water-soluble, meaning they're flushed out of your body after a short time and need to be replenished regularly. Others, like vitamin E, can be difficult to get enough of in food. Shakeology Chocolate and Greenberry provide all these nutrients in an easy-to-take form, so you never have to worry. (Tropical Strawberry and Vegan Chocolate do not have the vitamin and mineral ingredients added.)

Ingredients in Shakeology can be found here; http://images.beachbody.com/tbb/beachbodycoach/Coach%20Training/SHK_Ingredient_Chart.pdf

 

How do I order Shakeology?

 

Easy! Just contact me for more information on Shakeology or any workouts and I will do my best to accomodate what you are looking for!

 

** Content taken from Beachbody.com**

PIYO kicks your butt!

My attempt at doing a PIYO excercise and taking a seflie... epic fail but that is just what Chalene does to you!! As previously stated, I started with 21 day fix, an amazing amazing program with unbelievable results!! But now PIYO is my new baby, it takes it to the next level, makes you work even harder.  All you have is your body, no equipment.  This program takes pilates and yoga and puts them into one thing, you sweat, you cry and you get it done!!

If you are looking for a change in your lifestyle, you are feeling down and out or you want to look for a new program to mix it up a little, This is what I am hear for. To help you get what you wat out of a program and to help you on your journey to becoming a new you!

Getting to know me

Hey! I am Morgan Carver a mother of two, full time business woman and Independant Beachbody Coach.  I recently got involved in coaching earlier this year when I bought 21 Day Fix and Shakeology... This changed my life.  I lost my baby weight from baby two and I started to feel so much better. Better about myself, about my goals and about where I was headed.  I contribute feeling good internally to Shakeology.  You always hear it is the most important meal of the day, and at first I was a skeptic but it truly is!!! It has changed my eating habits, my digestive system, energy level all by tasting delicious! With that being said, these two products have made me the person I am today.  I am now able to ride my bike to work everyday, play with my kids when I get home instead of sitting on the couch, have time for me once they go to bed and truly enjoy life to the fullest. My life is pretty crazy at the moment, running around to my kids activities, working, going to school PT and having time to spend with my husband, but thats my life and I love it!