Forever Fit Fall Kick Off
and Celebration...
Wow!
Cheryl was gracious enough to let us share in her beautiful beach setting for the evening.
Thanks to Keely (Something Homemade) and Georgie (Deanne's Mom)
we had delicious, nutritious eats.
I know what you are thinking...I really should have come.
Yes, yes you should have. we missed you.
Deanne asked us to bring "Favorite things" we have discovered
to aid us in our Forever Fit lifestyle.
And thanks to Ashley for her note-taking skills, I can add the favorites here for you...
Deanne: "Roo Sport" pocket...a handy carrying pouch that magnetically hooks on to your waistband and holds your phone, key etc. while you work out...no bands etc.
Kathleen: "DIY exercise kit": A bag full of do it yourself bootcamp accessories so that you can still workout even if Deanne isn't there:) included: medicine ball with Fit Deck cards to give you ideas for exercises, band, kettle bell and towel.
Georgia: "Greenware" pan; no stick, no oil or spray needed; can purchase at Target.
Holly: "Cuisinart Blender" Individual sized for smoothies, protein shakes etc. Says her kids love to use it and it is easy to clean. Comes with several cups and tops.
Sara: "Recipe Binder" she keeps it in her car with the recipes that she is planning to make that week so that she knows what to buy at the store.
Lisa: "Polar FT4" heart rate monitor. Lisa is motivated by the calories burned and it keeps her wanting to work harder.
Andy: "Ab training inversion table" He has found using the inversion table a few times a day has really helped on neck and lower back issues he previously experienced from desk work. He also manages to throw in ab work as well:)
Katia: "Cactus/Nopal" Used a lot in Mexico; lots of fiber and health benefits; can be pan fried in light oil, blended into a smoothie or ask Katia for other suggestions; available at Northgate market off the 805.
Linda: "Oats and Flax Oatmeal from Trader Joes" she enjoys the instant healthy breakfast after she finishes her morning swim, poolside. "Clear Containers" she also shared that she chops all veggies etc when she gets home from the grocery store and puts them in a clear container so that she can see what is in her fridge.
Jenny: "The Skinny Rules by Ben Harper" a book that Jenny has read recently; she also shared "Jillian: Ripped in 30 days dvd" she likes the 20 minute intense workouts.
Jillian: "Water!!" Specifically in a Nalgen water bottle that she purchased online. Think big..she knows if she empties it twice she is good for the day.
Janelle: "Dr. Schulze's Super food plus and NanOmega3s" Janelle has the super food and omega3s daily and adds protein powder for after workout recovery. Helps her get her greens in.
In addition to sharing "Favorite Things", Holly gave us some specific coaching on setting and obtaining goals. What leads to a true commitment and what sacrifices need to be made in order to reach our goals. Deanne added that anything we try to achieve will come with a cost but that the outcome will be worth the sacrifice. She reminded us of Olympic athletes who had gone years without desserts or T.V. viewing...what are you willing to give up to reach your fitness goals in the next 10 weeks??
Such an inspiring evening...thanks to Deanne and Cheryl for hosting such an awesome event!
Happy Anniversary Forever Fit!!
