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Fact. I don't and will not count calories. Sure, I’ll once in a while track the basic macros, but I will not make calorie counting apart of my health and fitness ritual. I know that it works for some, but for me its like obsessing over checking the scale each morning.
Another Fact. I prefer counting containers over anything. It’s easy. They’re color coded based on proteins, veggies, fats, fruits, and so on and so forth and already portioned out. It’s simple. And they’re cute. ;-)
Anotherrrrr fact. I’ve shared my T25, 21 Day Fix and other results. These programs have always been the best, fastest way for me to get accountable to my fitness goals.
Last FACT. I LOVE to eat. Like a lot. After one meal, I usually know what I’ll have next because I do my best to keep the 21 Day Fix meal plan(s) and containers close by so I can stay consistent with my results.
There’s about 7 (yes, SEVEN) weeks left of this year… #holyYOWZA #WhereDidTheTimeGo and you could either spend it back peddling by letting yourself slip a little here… (holiday work parties) and a little there (having Thanksgiving 3x in one weekend, you know who you are)…
OR
…you could set some really freakin awesome goals WITH me to end the next 7 weeks healthier than when started the beginning of this year.
I’m a future thinker, in fact, its my strongest characteristic. While I’m ALL for enjoying the parties, the turkey, the champagne, and snuggling, I’m also all about RESULTS.
I know that a few excuses compounded over time got me 20 pounds heavier than I am now. And yes, you may shrug and say thats not much but when you stand at 5’2” — it all counts.
And it ALL counts right now.
Now, if you’re not serious about it, thats fine too. I want to coach those who ARE serious. Those who don’t need a January 1st to hit the ground running. Those who are pretty much fed up with where they are now and don't need a fancy Turkey dinner to solidify it.
#JussssSayin
So it’s easy. You spend the next 6 weeks with ME. Doing the program WITH me and a few other awesome women in a private online Facebook group with daily check ins, heathy holiday recipes, fitness tips, and support so when you reach for that 2nd cookie, we’re here to remind you why you got started.
For some of you - it may be about balance and you’re at your goal almost, so you just crave the group support.
And for others - it may be that you need to make a drastic change. That the holidays wont be an excuse and if you can conquer this time of year, anything else is a piece of cake… (minus the cake).
Oh and YES, that dinner in the picture was amazing! Bison meatballs on top of a bed of zucchini / sweet potato noodles with arugula salad and baby potatoes. YES, thats how I eat on the meal plan during our 6 weeks ;-)
I could start this blog in a very cliche way and share that the average weight gain during Thanksgiving and the New Year fluctuates between 7-10lbs -- BUTTTT I think we're all pretty damn aware that the Holiday season brings about a layer of holiday wrapping we don't exactly look forward to unwrapping in the early months of the New Year.
So with stating the obvious, let me first say that this time last year I was attempting (key word: attempting) to start my competition training to do bikini NPC.
I thought to myself, 'WHY let the Holidays dictate WHEN I decide to hit my goals?!'
And I STILL have that mindset. And I STILL have that goal. But guess what? Like any normal person, I QUIT! I decided it wasn't for me, saying that I loved FOOD TOO MUCH!
Talk about about BAH-HUM-BUG! I realized however, that you CAN still LOVE food (and even more so) while getting in amazing shape.
Now that I'm MORE aware of what it REALLY takes to take your health and fitness to the next level, I feel more prepared than ever to share that WITH YOU!
But our starting place isn't exactly the same. When I got started with this competition prep, I had been using Beachbody at home workout programs for the last 4 years.
And DAMN proud of that because they got me into the BEST shape of my life!
But there's that one ingredient we all try to maneuver around when it comes to seeing results...
Our eating habits.
Diet.
Nutritional plan.
Or lack there of.
WhatEVAH you want to call it is fine, but it's the key to unlock the potential of a nice, chiseled, toned, sexy body that most of us crave.
And lemme just say... if I had to pick ONE program that could prepare me the BEST for learning to meal prep, plan and portion out my meals, it was the 21 Day Fix Extreme and 21 Day Fix.
Whether you've browsed my blog before or this is your first time, the 21 Day Fix is a comprehensive, no nonsense, hit it where it counts, kinda program.
WHY YOU (AND I) WANT TO DO IT?:
Your (Autumn Calabrese) trainer won't cost an arm and leg.
Whether you're like me and want to work your way up to a competition.
OR you just want to look great all year round.
OR you're tired of using the end of the year as an excuse for why you got fluffy.
OR you're ready to get serious about your goals BUT...
You really NEED the guidance, accountability, and support of a COACH....
Well, then. You are in FAVOR ;-) I've done this program multiple times. That's why I make a GREAT coach and guide while you're on your journey to hit your goals.
Keep reading if you want to JOIN ME in doing the program while having my support and daily check ins.
And here's a piece of solid advice for you: You can use this program again and again and again and again.
That's the reason I ALWAYS come back to it. I bought it once and use it again. And Again. And again.
And I get results EVERY TIME (every time I stick to it consistently, I might add).
Now we could use the holidays as AN EXCUSE as to WHY we didn't reach our goals or we can make it OUR REASON TO HIT OUR GOALS!
I would rather avoid the hum-bug of excuses because I know that life happens -- holidays, birthdays, weddings, travel, you name it.
If I can get the fittest, healthiest I've ever been during the Holidays, I can do ANYTHING.
Imagine that confident boost!
So the question for you is.... ARE YOU WITH ME?
If you are then check it. Holiday Hustler. ;-)
What You Get:
ME, as your FREE Beachbody Coach to help guide and keep you accountable through the rest of the year (and with the choice to keep it up through 2016!)
Goal Setting Session via 30 minute phone call or video chat
Daily Check-Ins via PRIVATE Facebook Group OR Daily Check Ins via Emails with ME
Guidance and help creating your own PERSONAL meal plan according to your goals and tastebuds
21 Day workout schedule with a variety of workouts to target ALL areas!
30 Day Supply of Shakeology, a health meal replacement shake that delivers over 70 superfoods, antioxidants and vitamins to increase your results and curb bad cravings.
...& MORE!
WHERE DO I GET IT?
The group is held in a private online Facebook group, only visible to the members involved. So anything you share is totally confidential.
Once you've ordered your 21 Day Fix Challenge Pack (fancy for; bundled deal of 21 Day Fix Workout and Meal Plan and 30 day Shakeology supply) you will be added into the group.
Just be sure you use the LINK BELOW and contact ME so we can get you started and work on those GOALS!
Don't have Facebook?No problem, you can stay in touch with me via cell, and email. We can also cheer each other on Instagram if you have that too.
Not only that, but it's on sale this month for $140 << normally Shakeology is $130 alone, and you get it WITH your challenge pack, so you're practically stealing from us. Thanks.
YOU HAVE 4 OPTIONS: Based on your goals, and how much you want to invest in yourself!
A few things to keep in mind while proceeding:
21 Day Fix is the FIRST program and suggested for beginners, AND/OR those who haven't worked out in a while.
21 Day Fix Extreme is for 21 Day Fix Graduates, AND/OR those who workout and are ready for the next challenge.
You can choose between 5 flavors of Shakeology or do a combination for your 30 day supply.
The 3 Day Cleanse is an option if you want to increase your results or have a bigger weight loss goal. I've done the 3 Day Cleanse after I finished the 21 Day Fix and lost an additional 5 pounds!
Not sure which is better for you, 21 Day Fix or 21 Day Fix Extreme? Watch this:
(Includes 21 Day Fix workout program/schedule, meal plan, 30 Day Supply of Shakeology and access to the support group/daily check in emails/my coaching services)
(Includes 21 Day Fix workout program/schedule, meal plan, 30 Day Supply of Shakeology, 3 Day Cleanse and access to the support group/daily check in emails/my coaching services)
(Includes 21 Day Fix EXTREME workout program/schedule, meal plan, 30 Day Supply of Shakeology and access to the support group/daily check in emails/my coaching services)
(Includes 21 Day Fix EXTREME workout program/schedule, meal plan, 30 Day Supply of Shakeology, 3 Day Cleanse and access to the support group/daily check in emails/my coaching services)
We officially start November 30th, but the group is OPEN NOW to give you a head start, sneak peaks on recipes and meal plans, as well as some other pre-season goodies to get you excited for this new CHANGE!
Can I just say, thank goodness for thread, needle and squats?
Ok, I'm no seamstress here... but, after I saw this pinned a million katrillion (yep thats a number) times on Pinterest, I just had to try it.
Never mind the fact that I'm the pickiest person when it comes to bikini bottoms.
WARNING: If you don't want your cheeks hanging out, this style is not for you.
DISCLAIMER: Before I became a coach, and before I did I brazil butt lift or learned the power behind weighted squats, I would not be caught DEAD in bikini bottoms like this.
But ladies... if you work hard the day will come when you want to let that hard work show off a little... or a lot.
Ok, well maybeeeeee. But the day came for me. I have squatted, burpeed, lunged, jumped, and cardio-ed for this new booty. And I'm pretty proud of it. Although I still have work to do, I'm coming for you Michelle Lewin ;-)
So when Beachbody's annual Success Club trip was coming up, it meant a few things: bikini shopping, an extra leg day, and trying to steer clear of cheat meals. Especially since were headed to Cancun this year! I did ok on this first two, however, the cheat meals. Deng it San Diego, you have amazing food.
Sigh. Before I use to HATE bikini shopping, it was a constant battle in my head 'do I need to wear bikinis?! Do I want to miss out though?"
Now it's a lot better, the only problem is finding tops that fit augmented breasts and bottoms that don't make my butt look weird. And for those of you who struggle with the same, I get my bottoms from Victoria Secret most of the time (this blog post being the exception) and tops from Target, Victoria Secret, or Amazon... I buy a lot of single pieces to mix and match.
I personally prefer the scrunch butt style... to me, its much more flattering, and not just on my shape, but lots!
So what you will need:
Thread
Needle
Scissors
Bikini Bottoms (preferably a little baggy/big or old bottoms because the string will pinch it)
How To:
Grab your bikini bottoms and down the middle, mark a straight line. Use a ruler or straight edge and hold the fabric in place. If your bottoms are a little big, thats more ideal! Once you start stitching and pulling the fabric together, you're 'ass being covered' to 'amount of fabric left' ratio will be different.
Try to use a thread color similar to your bottoms, you won't be able to see it really (unless you leave your bottoms not as scrunched), but better to blend then be all obvious 'just trying to show more of my cheeks!' know what I mean? Stitch the dotted lines... the closer your stitching is, the tighter the scrunch. Don't get too crazy, a few stitches do the trick!
Pull both sides of the string to bring the fabric together -- aka bunch that shiet. Then tie a crap ton of knots at the end of your string when you have created desired 'scrunchedness' -- another made up word. The reason you're trying a zillion katrillion knots is so that your one little knot doesn't pull through your bikini bottom, meaning it wont come undone (unless you're working out, which I don't suggest in these types of bottoms).
Try them on and adjusted as needed. I'm by no means a seamstress, but if I can do a few stitches like this, I'm pretty sure you can too.
I've walked around in them, sat in them, but I have to yet to spend a day in them... so once I know how that goes, I'll let you know if this is a true win or fail.
Well, hello girl friends <3 and maybe the random guy who stumbles upon my blog. So I started the 21 Day Fix Extreme workouts as soon as I got it... I'll admit, I got the 2 Day Shipping because I was so excited.
BUT I totally dropped the ball on my diet...Here's my excuse (I told you we all have them)... I knew what I was doing, but it was also somewhat on purpose. I knew I had a few events and things coming up that I wanted to indulge in and had planned. You gals know how that is! Who can say no to beers at Disneyland California Adventure... I mean why not. How often do you get to Disney and pay that much for a beer? ;-)
I truly believe in life balance... and creating a shift in mindset with out guilt tripping yourself, while still embracing the things you want to do. I can't imagine being so strict that I forget how much I love pop tarts once in a while... (or once a month). I've done the crazy strict thing, and it just led me down a dark path of secret food binges.
That is a path I don't really want to go down again, so for me personally it's learning self control and knowing when to have fun. It was not an easy balance to find and it takes work everyday to maintain it.
This was last years results... and I know I can do this again. And DAMN I felt GREAT after the 21 days.. it made this whole meal prep so much easier. Surprisingly, I wasn't as committed before the Fix came out, I just kind of winged it. This absolutely filled in the 'gaps' - you know those questions we all ask 'what do I eat? How much do I eat? When Do I eat it? How much fruit should I be getting? How much protein should I eat? Do I need a multivitamin?"
If you want to read about my 21 Day Fix Results from last year, go here!
Our success lies in our daily choices and habits... you are in control of what you do.
All within reason right? For me, its not ALWAYS 'all or nothing' 'black and white' ALL the time.
However, I want to do the 21 Days as best I can. I checked my calendar to make sure that there's really nothing to disrupt or at least find ways I can remedy social outings. The good thing is I have Shakeology and I can volunteer to DD (which I NEVER DO...)
So I'm doing this. 21 Days. 3 Weeks. Meal Plan. Portioned Containers and color coded per food groups. 30 min workouts via DVD. My Dvd Player. and ME.
So here we are... Day 1. I'm excited. I have a good idea of the workouts and now its time to stick that meal plan. As accountability, here's my food prepared for lunch. Tomorrow I have to grab a few things -- produce and veggies. Otherwise I'm good, I just want to make sure I'm 100% stocked on healthy options.
I'm doing it right this time ladies, no short cuts. Not skipping the before photos. No excuses!
Day 1 was successful! Stuck to my portions, got my workout in and honestly, Plyo Fix Extreme is an amazing lower body workout... I would love to see the person who doubts at home workouts sweat this one out... Alright 20 more days to go!
So who's with me?! If you want to learn more about this program and want to join me, click HERE.
I cant wait to hear from you! To our year round bikini bodies... #YesWeWill
Another Fact. I prefer counting containers over anything. It’s easy. They’re color coded based on proteins, veggies, fats, fruits, and so on and so forth and already portioned out. It’s simple. And they’re cute. ;-) 
