IT'S A COLD RAINY DAY... BUT I'M ENJOYING IT!!!

I don't mind the rain... I love it, actually.  But it's day's like today that make me want to stay in bed under the covers...  cold, dreary and rainy.  Just like anything else, it's all what we make of it... so, I'm making it a GOOD day!!! 

Sitting here getting some work done...  enjoying a Greens Fruit Smoothie (made it with Apple Cider, Watermelon, Banana, Greens and Ice)...  while my coffee is brewing on the counter.

Feeling great about this Challenge!!! It's Day 12... and things are coming along beautifully.  As you all know, it's been a struggle for me with my water consumption... but day by day, it gets better... and I get better, too!

I've been taking all of my supplements...  have wrapped twice... and 3 days ago, I began using the Defining Gel twice a day of added contouring.  And I'm happy to say that my weight has gone down by 5 pounds... my belly fat has gone down by a whole pant size... and now I'm bringing the arms and chin (or should I say "chins" LOL) into the routine.

I didn't get THIS body overnight... so, I have to remind myself that I'm not going to get the body I want overnight either.

Hoping all of you have a great day!!!  Here's to a happier, healthier you!!!

IT WAS A "GREENS FACIAL" KIND OF DAY!

Sometimes I can't quite figure out how I fit all that I do into a 24 hour time period :)  Have you ever felt like that?!?!?!

As usual, today was another very busy day... but I managed to get my water intake UP...  not as much as I'd like it to be... but definitely more than I have been. YAY!!! 

The best part of my day was in between shifts...  when I got to relax for a few minutes and give myself a great GREENS Facial!!!  I can honestly tell you that my skin truly felt AMAZING!!!  And the smoothness and silkiness I felt after was even better!!! 

The tingling sensation on my skin combined with the effervescence of citrus was so calming and peaceful.  I absolutley loved it!!!

Hope everyone their day as much as I did!!!

END OF THE WORK WEEK... 36 HOUR RESULTS!

Today's Inspiration:  David Viscott said  "You must begin to think of yourself as becoming the person you want to be."

Realized this morning that Summer is turning it's back on us... and Fall is quickly taking its place.  It's awfully chilly out there today. :(  Anyone who knows me knows that I'm a huge fan of Summer...  even though I didn't feel comfortable getting into a bathing suit this year!!!  And with this Ultimate Makeover Challenge, I'm praying that won't be the case NEXT Summer ;)

Got up this morning to the sound of a young girl crying.  I live across the street from a small charter school and the playground is right beside my house.  It broke my heart to see this beautiful little girl hiding behind a tree in the corner of the yard crying to herself... saying things like "Nobody pays attention to me.  No one wants to play with me."  :(

How many of you have ever felt this way...  as grown ups?!?!?!  I know that, for me, sometimes my brain tells me that I don't measure up...  especially when I allow my weight to factor into the insanity between my ears.  Fortunately, I learned the importance of positive-self talk... and telling that "poisoned parrot" to go away.  Not everything we tell ourselves to be true ACTUALLY IS!!!

A little update on where we stand in the Challenge...

We're on Day 5 of the Challenge... regularly taking the supplements (It's Vital, ThermoFit, Fat Fighters, Regular) and Greens...  also making regular use of the Essential Bars and ProFit shakes.  I have wrapped one time... on Wednesday night... and definitely LOST FAT!!!  Feeling like a kid with a new toy, I decided to measure myself about 36 hours after I put the 1st wrap on...  and the results were amazing!!!

WRAP # 1 - 36 Hour Results

Above Belly Button
down 5 inches from "before wrap" measurement

Across Belly Button
down 3 inches from "before wrap" measurement

Below Belly Button
down 2 1/2 inches from "before wrap" measurement

Not bad, if I do say so myself!!!  ;)  I can most definitely work with results like that!!!

Wishing you a fabulous day full of positive thoughts!!!

www.45minutestoskinny.com

LEAVE YOUR FAT AT THE DOOR - DAY 3

[ORIGINALLY POSTED: Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at 10:11am EST]


Today’s Inspiration: Julius Erving said “If you don’t do what’s best for your body, you’re the one who comes up on the short end.”

Have a busy day ahead of me… but am sitting at the table having my Greens with some Apple Cider today thought I’d change it up a little… Have already taken my It’s Vitals and ThermoFit too… Am planning on having a Greek yogurt and a Fat Fighter as soon as I get out of the shower and put on some Defining Gel  

I have realized, as I go through this process, that I don’t drink nearly enough water everyday… or any fluids for that matter!!! And so I thought I’d share this little bit of information with you.

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5 ADVANTAGES OF DRINKING WATER IN THE MORNING

# 5 – Drinking water on am empty stomach purifies the colon making it easier to absorb nutrients

# 4 – Increases the production of new blood and muscle cells
 
# 3 – Helps with weight loss. Drinking at least 16 ounces of chilled water can boost your metabolism by 24% in the morning
 
# 2 – Glowing Skin… Water helps to purge toxins from the blood which helps keep your skin glowing and clear
 
# 1 – Balances your lymph system. These glands help you perform your daily functions, balance your body fluids, and fight infection.
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How many of you knew that?!?!? 

Feel free to share with us any other benefits of water!!! As for me, I guess I’ll be having some water when I’m out of the shower  

Wishing you a positive day!!! Stay tuned for our first set of “After Wrap” pictures later today!!!

DAY 2 - GOING STRONG!

[ORIGINALLY POSTED: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at 4:52pm]

Tuesday is a good day… great breakfast of toast and hard-boiled egg… with my OJ & Greens… and then lots of water… taking all my supplements as suggested… feeling great!!!

As you all know, I’m taking the challenge with our ULTIMATE PACK… and right now, I’m loving the Greens and the Fat Fighters. Veggies and fruits have never been a huge part of my diet… I’ve always been more of a carb and richer foods eater… pasta, potatoes, rice, lots of breads… cheeses and cream sauces… but with the help of these two amazing products I’m able to get the nutrients I need and fight some of the “fat” I put into my body! I’m hoping that by the end of this challenge, I’ll feel healthier and EAT healthier… because my body won’t be craving the “unhealthy” things I usually eat.

Off to school tonight… just had a little dinner… and a Fat Fighter  

Hope everyone is enjoying their day… looking forward to WRAPPING tonight

READY, SET... LOSE!!!

[ORIGINALLY POSTED: Monday, September 17, 2012 at 8:49pm EST]

Not a bad first day… if I do say so myself!!! Started the day off right with a glass of OJ & Greens, ThermoFit, and It’s Vital. Then followed it up with a great little breakfast with a hard-boiled egg and a pumpkin bagel with fat-free (FF) cream cheese… and I made my own little Mocha-chino with some coffee and a little bit of the Rich Chocolate Ultimate ProFit… and a nice Fat Fighter for dessert!

Took a nice two mile walk on the way to work… had some water and an iced coffee… then a refreshing clementine and a Greek yogurt.

Unfortunately, my allergies have been kicking my butt the last week, so my head is still a little foggy & congested… but overall I feel great. Had another ThermoFit and Fat Fighter during the day… and today’s lunch was Veggie Chips and Chicken Salad.

For the most part, I managed to get a lot accomplished today… unfortunately, a good deal of it involved sitting… so not too much more exercise throughout the rest of the day.

Dinner was scrumptious!!! Had some Teriyaki & Pineapple Chicken Meatballs with steamed brown rice and mixed vegetables. YUMMY!!! And, of course, another Fat Fighter for the finishing touch

Wish I could say I was perfect my first day… LOL… but I did choose to indulge in three (3) of the Hershey’s minis that were calling to me from the corner of the room

Ending the day with an Essential Bar… and lots more water… plus a Regular before bed. Then tomorrow we’ll be starting the Defining Gel and Wraps regimen too.
Stay tuned!!!