Making Dreams a Reality With Beachbody

We all go through life wondering what's to become of us. We dream about what our lives will be like in the future. As a young girl, I always wanted to be married, with a new home, kids, pets, a new car, and a good job. I believe thats the American Dream. There's nothing wrong with that and some of us do achieve it. But when we start struggling through life and hit some bumps in the road, it makes us wonder what really lies ahead. Some people get lucky and never hit a bump in the road, others do and continue on and make it, while the remaining never seem to make it. Unfortunately thats just the way life goes. If you don't take chances, you'll never be able to advance in life.

I took a chance 3 years ago when I first heard about Beachbody and the coach mentorship program. Yes I had a job at the time to get me by and since I was already doing P90x I figured why not. I was able to sign up 2 people under me and by doing that I was getting my chocolate shakes for free. Within a few months, I was picking up coaches left and right, just by showing them how I achieved my results. Now we fast forward to today. I'm half way done with my MBA program, work a part-time job, and I'm still doing Beachbody.  I get a check deposited in my bank from them every week, regardless of how much time I put into the business or not.

This past week I was given an opportunity with a company that most people would never get offered. I jumped at the chance because this could change my life forever and if it doesn't work out then I know it wasn't meant to be.  What I do know is I'll always have Beachbody to fall back on and deep down inside thats going to help me earn my American Dream.

How To: Pay Off Credit Card Debt!

Today is a HUGE STEP for me toward the life I design. I paid off one of my credit cards and put a huge chunk of change on another one. Let me tell you that a HUGE weight was lifted off my shoulders! In the past I couldn't imagine paying more than the minimum payment that was due because I have SO MANY credit cards...but today I just took a LEAP OF FAITH! 

Paying off credit card debt AS SOON AS POSSIBLE is NECESSARY! Like myself, I'm sure you are saying that you cannot afford it...maybe not now, but you have to find a way! 

• Make a list of your debt: VISUALIZE YOUR LAST PAYMENT & HOW GREAT IT'S GOING TO FEEL TO PAY THAT BUGGER OFF!

• Pay off the least amount first: IT BECOMES REAL & MORE ATTAINABLE TO ELIMINATE THE SMALLER DOLLAR AMOUNTS FIRST.

• Skip unnecessary purchases: DO YOU NEED IT OR WANT IT? THIS IS HOW YOU GOT IN THIS PREDICAMENT IN THE FIRST PLACE. (in most cases)

• Do it now: DON'T WAIT UNTIL REGRET SETS IN. DESIGN YOUR LIFE, DON'T LET COMPANIES OWN YOU BECAUSE YOU OWE THEM MONEY.

• Make changes in your life: DUMP PEOPLE, THINGS, AND THE LIFESTYLE THAT DOESN'T MOVE YOU FORWARD, YOU DESERVE THE BEST FOR YOURSELF.

The faster your pay off your debt >> the happier you will be!

REMEMBER: SMALL CHANGES ARE BETTER THAN NO CHANGES!

P90X Daily Progress

Today, after waking up and jumping on the scale, I can see that I am right on track! I have been consistently losing weight and today I just lost another pound--so exciting! I'm right on track to meet my 90 day goal, which is to lose a minimum of 20 lbs. I chose 20lbs because its achievable, realistic, and anything more than that is a bonus! Consistency when losing weight is a real mood booster and motivator, every time I see another pound or an inch off, I automatically know it's going to be a good day! Today was so important for me to see that -1lb on the scale because (ladies) when it's that time of the month, you know you gain water weight. This can be a real turn-off because it confuses us as to if what we are doing is really working. The key is to ignore gains and focus on the finish, you will see that with consistency and determination you can achieve anything!

Here in Pennsylvania the weather is outrageously cold and miserable-- 17 degrees, yikes! When the weather outside is frightful, it's delightful being inside my little house with my loved ones. It's such a great time to be cozy & get my workout on!!  If you live in a state that gets dumped on with snow in the winter, you can start to get some real Winter blues. You need to keep in mind that Spring is right around the corner-- get motivated and pop in a workout DVD. This way you can get your workout in and increase your mood.

Speaking of workouts, I just got done with my Kenpo X workout. For those of you who aren't familiar with it, its a combination of kickboxing and martial arts. I think the reason I do the workouts is because I get to have my P90X recovery drink! This is the most amazing thing on the planet! For those who don't know, it tastes like an orange creamsicle. It's really important to have a recovery drink after workouts because it replenishes your body after your workout and helps repair your muscles. It also aides in easing muscle soreness which is definitely a huge plus.

Note: There are so many recovery drinks and protein shakes out on the market today. Some consist of good ingredients and others are filled with unhealthy fillers, so do your re
search before you purchase one to make sure it is the perfect fit for you.