Making the choice to be a #girlboss

Seven months ago I found myself in a financial pickle...if you know anything about me, you know that I love to spend $$$, unfortunately, even when I don't have it!  This was a very difficult realization for me to come to terms with and not to mention the embarrassment and shame that come from the realization that you're broke!  I needed to start earning extra income and FAST, but with an active family and a demanding work schedule, I really wasn't sure how I was going to make it happen.

At this point, I had been a Beachbody "discount coach" for eight months and I continued to hear about and see a lot of my fellow "coaches" making some great cash by doing something that they loved and they were even able to do it from the comfort of their own home and in their PJ's if they wanted to (totally my kind of gig!)  So, last February, I decided to become an official "coach" to start digging myself out of this financial pickle that I put our family in.

I wasn't expecting what I found...I wasn't just motivated by the extra cash that I so desperately needed to make, I truly enjoyed working the business!  It was so positive, uplifting, rewarding and FUN!!  The relationships that I have built by being a coach have been invaluable.  We're all working our own separate businesses, yet, we're pushing one another to meet our goals and to help pick one another up when we fall off of the wagon...yes, this happens to coaches too!!

One of the many great things about this business is that you can work it from anywhere and you can work it as much or as little as you want to or are able and YOU CAN STILL BE SUCCESSFUL!!  You just need to make sure that you're consistent and I promise you, the time you put in will pay for itself!

We all come to the table for a variety of reasons...mine happens to be for financial reasons and no one judges me for that, they just continue to encourage me to be a kick-ass #girlboss!!  I am growing my business everyday and it is helping me to get that financial freedom that I am working for.  I would love for you to join my team!!  All you need is a reason "why"...

Please complete the application below or contact me at cmmanning1980@gmail.com to get more information.

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It's A Sisterhood

I absolutely LOVE my new sisters!!  They are upbeat, positive, driven and are exactly the kind of people that ANYONE would want to surround themselves with!

When I decided to actually work the beachbody business, it was because I found myself in a financial pickle (which I'm still working through).  Beachbody was and is a way for me to help get my finances back on track, but it has also given me SO MUCH MORE...it has connected me with AMAZING women that I might not have otherwise crossed paths with and honestly, my life is much better that they are in it!

The pictures above are from various 'team' events that we have come together for, but aside from just working with my team, I have gained so many new friendships through my challenge groups as well as rekindled some friendships that had fizzled over time.

If you are in need of some positivity in your life (I don't know who doesn't), you want to develop new relationships with some amazing women, get great products at a discount and of course earn extra income along the way, then YOU ABSOLUTELY HAVE TO JOIN MY TEAM!!  You will be so glad that you did.

Please fill out the questionnaire below or contact me today to either get started or to get more information.  Don't worry about not knowing how to run a business, awesome training is available to you from the best in the company and you'll be supported 100% along the way!

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Back to school for YOU too!!

Here in Central PA, when the Grange Fair is upon us, school is right around the corner... that means, the final days of summer are spent shopping for school clothes and supplies for your kiddos before they're headed back to school all day.  

For some of you, this means that your house will once again be orderly and quiet during the day and for others it means that your life gets back to some sort of structure that lacked during the summer months.  For my family, I'm glad to have the structure back as EVERYONE in my house is much happier with it (though don't tell my husband...he preaches structure and I somehow prevent it from consistently happening!)

Even with the structure back in our life, it's still crazy...three girls (2 are in sports right now), my husband coaches our local high school football team and I am still working full time - all while continuing with my daily workouts, personal development and running my part-time Beachbody business...I wouldn't have it any other way, as I'm so thankful for how I feel and for the various opportunities Beachbody has provided to me.  

The key to me surviving this craziness is planning...lol...I laugh because I'm a sometimes planner, though I'm getting better (I do recognize this, so it should count for something).  When I plan out my day, meals, clothes, my posts, etc., OUR lives run much more smoother, I'm happier, the girls and my husband have the required structure they thrive on and I've still managed to have some "me" time to help keep me sane.

How do you manage the craziness?  Are you a planner?  Are you a winger?  Are you a combination?  What do you do to keep you sane and balanced?  Do you plan for that too or just hope you get to it during the day?  Again, I bounce between the two, though I am aware that when I plan, I feel less stressed.

So now that I've gotten the kids taken care of for school and as I begin to prepare how I'm going to tackle the crazy fall schedules of everyone, I'm thinking that I need to make sure that I make time for me. While getting myself back on track, I would like to help you learn to make time for "you" too!  

People often look at their schedules and think that there is no way that there is time left for them to take care of themselves...well, I beg to differ...you just have to figure out if you're a priority to "you"...if you are, then you'll make it happen.  

I would like to run a special challenge group starting September 14th for anyone who thinks that they're too busy to make their health and fitness a priority.  We are all unique in our own way, we have our own physical abilities, and we each have a preference in the activities that we enjoy doing as well...  Thankfully, Beachbody recognizes this as well.  There are oodles of different programs to choose from.  The programs range from high impact, to low impact, to somewhere in the middle.  Some programs use weights, resistance bands and some will use only body weight.  Programs also range from 10 minutes up to 90 minutes, so really the possibilities are endless and there should be no EXCUSE as to why you can't make YOU a priority...

So, I am extending an invitation to all of my previous challengers and to anyone who doesn't already have a Beachbody coach to join me in my special challenge group - "Making ME a Priority".  This challenge will start on September 14th.  If you would like to learn more about what a challenge group is, have any questions about any of the programs, or are ready to commit, contact me today!!  Complete the questionnaire below and I will be in touch with you soon.

 

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3 Groups in August!!

So...I've been away from social media for a while.  Life at home (which is my first priority) has been crazy, my life at work as been crazy and I've been feeling a little bit overwhelmed - so I decided to unplug for a while.  Now that things are starting to take shape, I'm working with my team to offer 3 different challenges this month.  School will be starting next month, so I want to be running full speed into the new school year.  I'd love to have you all join me for this month to help you get a jump start on the school year too!!

August 10th - August 14th I will offer a FREE clean eating group. This is for anyone who is not currently working with a beachbody coach for anyone who has already been a challenger of mine before and wants to get refocused on clean eating. In that group I will share many tips that I have picked up along my own journey towards living a life of clean eating. In addition to tips and ideas I will also be offering plenty of healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner recipes. I will also be sharing with you  a few of my weekly meal plans. Shakeology will not be required however participants are welcome to sign up for a week's supply of it of they wish to give it a try!












August 17th - Will be my 30 day challenge group. I am calling it Busy Women Find A Balance. This group is for the woman who laughs when I suggest starting a new fitness and eating program for fall. Your thinking yeah right honey you should see my calendar and what I am up against for fall, there is no way. The last thing you think you have time for is yourself and something new. I want to challenge you to give it a try anyways. Some of you are getting into new habits and routines for your children why don't you do the same for yourself. I will be right there with you in the trenches as I take on the start of a new school year for myself and my family. I will be coaching you along when it comes to sticking with exercise and clean eating but I will also share my dirty little secrets of a busy working woman. All my secrets that help me keep my head above water I will share with you. I will also be working on some easy meal plans with healthy quick dinner recipes. In addition I will throw in a little bit of healthy lunch box ideas and stress busters. It really will be an overall wellness group both physical and mental. Something that you can't afford not to try. Your health is the most important thing you can invest in. The other stuff really doesn't matter all that much if you don't have your health so let me teach you how to make yourself a priority again.   

August 24th - August 26th - 3 Day Refresh Group
This group is for those who are not ready to commit to being in a month long challenge group but still want a kick in the butt and be able drop a quick 5 - 8 lbs. The 3 day refresh program is meant to help get you back on track if your eating habits have been off. Of course I recommend that you stay on track after you finish the program and work on keeping some great eating habits. But if you need a quick fix, this will be your best option. I was amazed with my own results when I did and it with my husbands when he did it was well.

Please complete the application below to let me know what program that you would like to be a part of and I will be in touch with you!!

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FREE GROUP in honor of Sumimit!

In honor of Beachbody's Summit that is being held in Nashville this week, I thought it very fitting to offer a FREE Daisy Duke & Cowgirl Boot group to anyone who wants to get their bottom half in shape to so that if you were in Nashville, you would totally rock you Daisy Dukes and Cowgirl Boots!!
This FREE challenge group will run for only 14 days! (July 15-29)  Each day you'll be given a series of exercises that will primarily target your legs, but there will be other moves that target more than just your legs :)  Each day, the exercise sequences will take anywhere from 10 minutes to 30 minutes.  I recommend that you continue with your exercise plan (assuming that you have one ;) and that you add these workouts to it!!
These 14 days will give you sneak peak into what my challenge groups look like without having to commit to trying a particular program.  ANYONE can PARTICIPATE!  In addition to the daily exercise, I will provide you with some meal plan examples,  recipes and also some wellness tips to help you kick start your journey towards being healthier.

If you want something that you've never had, then you have to do something you've never done!

I've never had killer legs to rock the Daisy Dukes & the Cowgirls Boots, so I'm SUPER EXCITED!!

If you'd like to join me for these 14 days, please complete the form below!

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Why Beachbody is a great place to work

Five month months ago, I made the best decision - I became a Beachbody Coach! I have LOVED every second of it (even being told 'no')! Beachbody is more than just workout programs and Shakeology, but they're a top notch company!

Beachbody has made it possible for me to connect with a sister-hood, if you will. The women that I've been surrounded with are amazing, positive and driven - who are also pushing you to be the better version of yourself in so many ways.

The company has also allowed me to earn enough money each month to pay for not one, but two bags of Shakeology and with some extra to put towards debt or to use as a little fun money! 

The biggest bonus for me is that it helps me be accountable with my own personal health and fitness while helping others achieve their goals too! I love that I have helped so many woman stay on track and can inspire others to move more than the day before - it's extremely rewarding!

If you could use a little more positiveness in your life and some extra cash in your pocket - I want you to join me team & together, we'll be unstoppable!

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Chocolate & Peanut Butter Shakeology Ice Cream!

I'm bringing my two loves to you for ‪#‎TastyTuesday‬, Shakeology® and Ice Cream!! July is national ice cream month!! Here is a delicious recipe for you to try when you want to cool down from a hot and humid July day or any day for that matter! Plus, it won't undo all of the hard work you've been doing!!  If you deprive yourself of some of life's simple pleasures, you'll be less likely to stick with the clean eating and exercise.   

I would love to hear from you after you've made this!!

You can get there!

I love this!  We all have goals and dreams that we would like to achieve some day.  They could be health and fitness related, or they could be financial, career based, etc.  As we go through life, we see those who have what we want and we might feel that we could never have that for one reason or another...well, you may not be there YET, but that doesn't mean you CAN'T get there.  Figure out your path to get where you want to be and make it happen and be OK with being closer to your goal/dream than you were the day before...it won't happen over night.

We live in a world of instant gratification now and this is difficult concept to wrap our head around.  If we do not achieve immediate success, we deem ourselves as failures.  Change your mindset and find the short-term wins as you travel through your journey!

Fitness Makeover

Who's with me for the Summer Fitness Makeover??  This group will be geared toward making sure that you get your 30 minutes a day of exercise and eating cleaner.  Pretty simple- huh?  Yep, really, it is :)  Join me on July 13th and you'll be on your way to dropping 10-15 pounds in a month!
When you join me you'll get:
~ motivation
~ support
~ meal planning support/ it's NOT A DIET
~ recipe ideas (family friendly)
~ well have fun
~ You'll Get Results!

When you're in a challenge group, you'll be a member of a private Facebook page where our Fitness Makeover forum will be housed.  The only one who will see you posts will be other challengers.  During the challenge, you'll be required to post DAILY...  What will you post on you ask?  Well, you'll post daily about your success with your nutrition that day, along with how well you did taking in the required amount of water (half of your body weight in ounces), did you get your workout in, and did you drink your Shakeology... easy peasy!!

Also, since there are only 5 days left of the 21 Day Fix sale, anyone who orders any of the 21 Day Fix Programs will be entered into a drawing for Autumn Calobrese's new FixAte cookbook that is being released next month!!

If you need more information, comment below, or complete the questionnaire below. 
Let's do this together!!

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21 Day Fix Programs Sale!!!

I've always been addicted to Beachbody, but this is the program that really got me going...the workouts are only 30 minutes and there is a modifier (who is often a Godsend) for each exercise for every workout.  This is the case for the original 21 Day Fix as well as the 21 Day Fix Extreme programs.  The eating plan is truly simple (it teaches you about portion control while still eating the foods you love, but it also introduces you to some healthier alternatives that are actually yummy!  Best of all, this is NOT A DIET :)  Contact me today or complete for form below if you'd like to take advantage of this great sale!

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#TastyTuesday

 

Spinach, Egg, Avocado Roll

1 yellow - 1 red - 1 green - 1 blue

 

Cook 2 large eggs, place them on 1 flat out flax seed wrap, top with spinach and 1/4 of an avocado.  Roll up and cup in half to eat.  Pair with your favorite fruit.  This is a great anytime meal!

 Enjoy!

 

Next Challenge

SUMMER IS FINALLY HERE!!  ARE YOU READY??  I still have some work to do and I would like do it with YOU over the next 21 days!!  This challenge is perfect for you if you are ready to get back to a healthy lifestyle or start one! This will be based on the goals you & I set together.  They can be either nutrition, exercise, or flexibility based...heck, you could decide you want them to be a combination!!  That's what's so great about these challenge groups, there is no set script for anyone.  You are the driver, the challenge group is just the vehicle to get you there.

It takes 21 days to break habits and make new ones.  I hope you're up for the challenge- you won't be sorry that you took it!! 

For those of you interested in trying either of the 21 Day Fix programs, they are currently $20 off this month, so there is really no better time to get started!!

To reserve your spot today, click on the link below!

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The Results Are In!

People think it's impossible to do the 3 Day Refresh and can't understand why I would want to do that to myself...well, here's why I NEEDED to do it...

I'm a TOTAL STRESS EATER and I was getting out of control!  I was out eating all of my hard work that I was putting in - which just frustrates me even more!  So...I NEEDED to do the 3 Day Refresh to get my eating back under control, rid myself of any toxins that was dragging me down.  It makes me think about what I'm eating and drinking and how I feel when I fuel my body with healthier options and not junk!

This was my second time around doing the 3 Day Refresh.  The first time, I didn't really plan for it and it showed in my results.  This time, I went shopping for the food I planned to eat for each snack and meal and prepped it ahead of time.  See what I ate on my journey below.

Day 1 of 3 Day Refresh

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This was what I ate for breakfast, morning snack, lunch and my afternoon snack.  Below is what I ate for dinner.  This was my favorite dinner of them all!  The steamed coconut veggies were super delicious.  I did have everything but my dinner ate by 11:30 and I was starving...luckily I found my peach that I had forgotten about :) 

Day 2 of 3 Day Refresh

 This morning, I was down only .4 pounds - ugh!

 This salad was huge!  It was so filling that I had a hard time eating all of it.  

Day 3 of 3 Day Refresh

 This morning I was down a total of 2.8 pounds!!

The final day of the 3 Day Refresh!!  Woot Woot!!  This was great day of food during the day (I did have a piece of retirement cake before lunch and a glass of wine next to the pool to celebrate the end of the school year), but my dinner was super tiny (in my opinion).  The Asparagus was delicious, but 8 medium pieces with some almonds isn't really what I looked forward to...I'll make the asparagus that way as a side, but never as a main course :)  I'm also really glad that today is the last day of the Vanilla Fresh.  I know many people who've done the 3 Day Refresh won't believe this, but I think I prefer the Fiber Sweep over the Vanilla Fresh...I can hear the gasps now!!!  I'm very excited to see the final results in the morning.

 

The morning after the 3 Day Refresh

 Down a total of 3.8 pounds in 3 days!!

Now I need to continue on my journey of cleaner eating!

Can you see the difference 3.8 pounds makes??

If you're interested in learning more about the 3 Day Refresh contact me today or comment below!

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Semi-Annual Sale Is Here

AGH!!  I almost missed it!  Check out the Beachbody Sale that started JUST NOW!  Follow this link to get to my page and click SHOP then SUMMER SALE.
http://www.teambeachbody.com/cmanning22
I love sales!  I love a deal!  I cannot believe I almost forgot about it! Log in to Beachbody or create an account by following the link above. Once you are logged in you will select "shop" on the top right hand side, then select "shop all products", then on the left hand tabs, select "summer sale".  From there, you will be able to view all of the products that are on sale! There is equipment, clothing, workouts and MORE!

Also as a reminder, ALL 21 Day Fix Programs are $20.00 OFF this month!!  Now is the time to purchase it if you were thinking about it!

I am shopping RIGHT NOW! A Beachbody Sale does not happen often!

Day 2 of the 3 Day Refresh

Look at all of this food I got to eat today!!  I spread out my lunch items today and that seemed to help with curbing my afternoon cravings.  I think that I'll try that again tomorrow.  I was a much happier person today :) 

If you've noticed, I'm somewhat a creature of habit.  I only changed up the flavor of my Shakeology and dinner today...all else was the same.  I don't know about you, but why change up a good thing.

3 Day Refresh - Day 1

Here is what I prepared to take with me to work for Day 1 of the 3 Day Refresh. 

I blended the Chocolate Shakeology and Banana to drink on my way to work. I then blended the Fiber Sweep with some ice and then the Vanilla Fresh with a dash of Cinnamon. Planning these ahead of time will keep me on track today. Stay tuned to see what's for dinner... I'm thinking it's going to be Coconut Steamed Veggies with another Vanilla Fresh.

Cize on Demand for Free

Just tried this tonight...I love to dance, but I looked like I had one too many adult beverages before hand. You get a glimpse of me in action if you're luck enough to be in one of my current challenge groups...I definitely got a great cardio workout in dancing my butt off though! If you love to dance, you should go try the sneak peak workout on Beachbody on Demand for FREE today! Let me know what you think after you try it.

If you enjoyed the workout (even though you may not look like Shaun T) go to my website and complete the box above to find out when you can purchase it or better yet, WIN IT FOR FREE!!

#TestimonialTuesday

I wanted to share a few comments from a few of my 21 Day Fix challengers.  Many of these comments are after only 1 round (21 Days) of following a cleaner meal plan with incorporating daily 30 minute exercises.  These are real women, who are not perfect and who had ups and downs in their journey, but who also stuck with it and were happy with their results.

If you're struggling with a few extra pounds or 40 extra pounds, or you're just not happy in your own skin, take it from these ladies...it can be done and you can start to feel better about yourself and you will also start to physically feel better too. 

Why not be the next transformation story?  Why not you?

If you're interested in starting a new healthier journey, please contact me today!

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Excuses?

It is the end of the school year, your kids are probably very busy with all of their activities (which means that you're busy with them too), the pollen is crazy right now, so you're house is dirty and needs dusted, the laundry is never ending (seriously, how can there be that much laundry?) and the list goes on and on...the point is, there is ALWAYS going to be something that can prevent you from achieving your goals (no matter what they might be), if you let it.  We're all busy, so you have to make your goal and the steps it's going to take to achieve it a priority...schedule it and make it non-negotiable...otherwise, you'll make the excuse and you'll never achieve your goals.  

Make it important and don't make an excuse!

This is a topic that is near and dear to my heart because with 3 very active daughter, a full time time, a busy husband, and all of the other things we wish we had more time for... it's easy at times to make an excuse:  I'm too tired, I need to put the laundry away, I really need to clean my house, I'm NEVER home!!!  Make sure that you take the time to work on your own personal growth/development weather it's with achieving a life long goal, getting healthier, running that 5K, eating better, getting into that two-piece or that dress you love that's been in the back of your closet. 

For the most part, I'm pretty good about this, however, there are those days where I make an excuse and give in...then I'm kicking myself because I feel like I let myself down.  We're human, so this will happen, but just know, the more excuses you allow yourself to make, the longer it will take you to achieve your goals...  this is also one of the reasons that I find Challenge groups to be SO HELPFUL!

If you're ready to stop making excuses or are in need of some motivation, accountability and support...  please complete the questionnaire below or contact me today at:
cmmanning1980@gmail.com
 

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#TastyTuesdayTip

For #‎TastyTuesdayTip‬ I wanted to share a great strategy to help keep your snacking as healthy as possible.  We all snack (especially if we're low on willpower that day, so instead of heading for your favorite bag of chips or Doritos, go to your snack drawer in your fridge instead!

I want you to create a snack drawer in your fridge with guiltless snacks...now when you're having a snack attack, you have quick, healthy options that won't undo all of your hard work!

Comment below what you would put into your snack drawer...