21 Healthy Thanksgiving Swaps!

It's officially less than a week until Thanksgiving!!  Can you believe it?  I don't know about you, but I feel like the last 3 months of the years always fly by.  And if we aren't careful, our health and fitness is the first thing to go!  Did you know that people on average gain 8-10 pounds between Halloween and New Years?!  Crazy right?  But what if we decided to be more intentional with the way that we treat our bodies the next couple months?  Could we actually end the year in better shape instead of in worse shape?

The answer is of course YES!!  It just takes being more intentional with what we are eating, planning ahead, and making our workouts a priority! Just because it's the holidays, doesn't mean that you are LESS important.  If anything, this time of year it is more important to take time for YOU!!  We are constantly running around, buying gifts, going to parties, cooking meals and if we aren't careful we can get run down.  So I challenge you to give yourself 30 minutes a day to better yourself!  Take a walk, do an at-home workout, stretch, or take an epsom salt bath.  In the morning, practice gratitude, plan your day, and decide how you want to show up in your life.  You guys, don't let the next few months go by without a plan for how you can enjoy.  This time of year is magical if we can just slow down long enough to experience it!

Ok, I digress....you're here for recipes, right?  So like I said when I started this post....most people on average gain 8-10 pounds from Halloween through the New Year.  But what if we could avoid that?  Our holiday meals are filled with extra fat, sugar and calories!  But what if we could make some small adjustments that would make a BIG difference?

That's why I wanted to share these healthy Thanksgiving recipes with you!  They are a variation of your holiday favorites but much healthier!  Plus, it's always great to have some new recipes to share with your families!!  So click on the link below to access the Beachbody blog and see 21 Thanksgiving recipes!!  You will love them!!

CLICK HERE: 21 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

But what about your fitness?  Are you ready to be more consistent with your workouts, but you don't know where to start?  I felt the same way a few years ago after I had my first son.  I didn't want to take him to the nasty gym day cares, but I wanted to workout again!  I was so grateful that I found these at-home workouts.  There are hundreds of options I never get bored and I'm always challenged.  There is something for everyone....cardio, weights, pilates, yoga, kickboxing, dance...you name it!  Plus the workouts come with a customizable meal plan and portion control guidance so I have learned to eat to fuel my body!  It has taken all the guess work out of my health and fitness!!

And the best part?  The community of women who in my virtual gym!  It is so fun to have that extra support and accountability even when I'm working out at home!  It has been a game changer!!  Our online gym membership starts at only $11 a month.  I bet we all spend more than that at Starbucks. Ha!   So if you're ready to take CONTROL of your health and fitness this holiday season, click on the link below and I'll help you get started!!  Even if you only dedicate 20 minutes a day, you can start seeing changes right away!  Can't wait to work with you!

CLICK HERE: Start your health and fitness journey TODAY!

3 ways to start living a healthier life TODAY!

Ok, I realize it's November 2nd.  It's a Friday, it's two months before the New Year, and the holidays are quickly approaching!  So why am I talking about starting a healthier lifestyle today?  Why aren't I waiting until things slow down and life gets more manageable.  Because we all know that it will NEVER be easier!  Every single day we can make an excuse for why we aren't living our best life now.  Every day we can continue doing the same old habits that aren't serving us.  And every day we can go further away from our goals.  So that is why I'm challenging you to just start today!!

Did you know that by changing 3 small things in  your daily routine that you can change your life?  I know that sounds dramatic, but I'm telling you it's true.  The most successful people make their health a priority!  In the book, "High Performance Habits" by Brendon Burchard, he talks about why optimizing health has to be a priority.  He has done research that show that exercise improves learning and decreases stress.  Stress actually decreases the ability for our brain to function! Crazy, right?  So not only do you feel stressed, you can't think clearly!!  Exercise can help you pay attention longer, think faster, and improve your performance!  Umm...I can't think of many other things in life that can have that kind of effect!!

I'm going to give you 3 tips to START  TODAY!  3 things that you can do that will increase your overall health.  Are you ready??



1.  SLEEP MORE!

 We are all tired and worn out!  And it's hard to force ourselves to sleep when we have so many demands in our every day life.  But I want you to take a hard look at what you are doing in the morning and night that isn't serving you.  Are you watching a few shows on Netflixs?  Are you mindlessly scrolling on social media?  

There are studies that show our bodies function the best with 7-8 hours of sleep.  You may feel fine getting 5-6 hours, but that's because you have trained your body that that is all it needs.  You have to start training your body to stay in bed for 7-8 hours.  Imagine how much more successful you could be if you gave your body an hour or two more to rest and recharge?

Do you need help going to sleep?  Well first, stop staring at a screen of any type an hour before bed.  The blue light in our devices actually trick our brains into thinking it's day time.  Second, create a bed time routine so your body knows when it's time to go to bed.  We do that with newborns, so why don't we do it with ourselves? And finally, start reading.  Reading helps calm your body down.  But make sure it's a book you can put down...not one you are going to stay up until 2am to finish.  Ha!  ;)



2.  EXERCISE MORE!

Ok, you knew this was coming!  But you NEED exercise in your life.  Exercise improves brain function, improves your overall health, gives you more energy and decreases stress.  Start small.  If you are pretty good health, start with exercise!  Even 30 minutes of exercise 4 days a week can make a huge impact!  And make it easy to be consistent.  If going to a gym isn't easy for you, then start doing an at-home workout.  I actually use our online gym membership with hundreds of options!  I know that is the only way that I can be consistent with my 3 kids at home.  Consistency is key!

Another key thing, find an accountability partner!  You need someone that you can show up for!!  This doesn't have to be an expensive trainer.  Even working out with a friend will increase your chances of being consistent by 87%!  Can you believe that?  And if you don't have someone to workout with, reach out to me!  I host an online fit community full of ladies!  It's a great way to get that support and accountability when you can't go to a gym!!



3.  EAT BETTER!

This is so important.  You can not achieve any fitness goal without locking in your nutrition first!!  And this is especially important for people who are poor health.  Losing weight is often easier to accomplish when you eat better, then going to the gym 3 times a week!  So think about what small changes you can make this week!

Here are some easy tips that I recommend doing.  First, drink water and lots of it!  Aim for 1/2 your body weight in ounces daily! And drink 16 oz before every meal.  Eat 5-6 small meals each day...about every 2-3 hours.  This helps to increase your metabolism and helps you to maintain your energy throughout the day.  Finally, eliminate white sugar and white flour.  That change alone will make a huge difference!  Things like cookies, sugary Starbucks drinks, pizza, donuts, bread, pasta....those all foods that will not serve you!!  So cut them out!!

Most important, START  TODAY!!  Give these things a try....for the rest of the year.  Not just for a day, not just for a week, but for a couple months.  It can take time to adopt new habits!!  So keep telling yourself every day....I'm worth the effort, I'm worth the effort, I'm worth the effort.  Because you are!!

Need help getting started?  Message me at kelliegimenezfitness@gmail.com for your free fitness assessment and workout plan!  Let's do this together!

Why I drink celery juice every morning!

A few weeks ago, I started drinking celery juice.  You guys, it sounded weird to me too!  But stick with me! 

About 7 years ago when I was pregnant with my first son, I started having thyroid issues.  I was later diagnosed with Hashimotos, a auto immune disease where your body attacks your thyroid. My doctor put me on synthetic hormones and I thought that would be the end of it. False!! My thyroid function fluctuates daily, which means so do my symptoms. Some days I feel super achy, fatigued, have major brain fog, have problems remembering things, I’m sensitive to hot/cold, and get major anxiety. And other days I feel fine! Over the years my symptoms have gotten worse and more frequent. It’s so frustrating! 

My friend sent me an article by the Medical Medium. He talks a lot about improving thyroid function naturally...I’m all about natural solutions. And one of his biggest recommendations he has is to drink 16oz of pure celery juice daily on an empty stomach. It honestly is pretty gross...and I’ve had to add some apple to mine while I get used to the flavor. But the benefits are mind blowing. It helps prevent cancer, lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, reduce inflammation in your body, improves digestion, treats insomnia, and hydrates skin. And the biggest benefit for me is that it can help heal my thyroid. 
I will keep you posted on how I feel, but I have noticed two things within the first couple weeks.  First, I've been sleeping SO much better!  I have been sleeping throughout the night with out a problem (well as long as one of my three kids doesn't wake up...ha!).  It's crazy!  I didn't realize that I wasn't sleeping that good until I started drinking this and I have been waking up feeling so rested!!  And second, mental clarity!  My biggest complaint with Hashimoto's has been brain fog!  But the past couple weeks I feel like I can think more clearly!  

It's still really early in my journey with celery juice, so I will keep you posted!  And I also plan to start a "heavy metals detox" smoothie!  So I will give you more info on that in the next couple weeks!

Want more info?  Check on the link below to read the article from the Medical Medium's website!

CLICK HERE - Why drink celery juice?

LIIFT4 Results! My honest review!

I just finished the full LIIFT4 workout program!  And I wanted to get on here and let you know my honest review of this workout!  We all hear about these amazing workouts, but we wonder "could I do that?"  So I'm gonna lay it all out for you!!

I was a little skeptical going into this workout because I wondered if a 4 day a week workout could get me results.  Yes, you heard that right....4 days a week!!  3 off days!  But I got amazing results!!  And I loved every minute!! This workout is 8 weeks long, 4 days a week 30-40 minutes a day.  That amount of time is SO doable for any busy schedule!  I'm a mom of 3 little ones with a husband who travels a ton!  So I need a workout that is quick but effective!  It is a mix of cardio and weight lifting with an extra emphasis on your core!  Most of the workouts seem like they are more upper body focused, but surprisingly I gained muscle in my legs too! 

Here's how the workouts work!  The program features classic lifting techniques that let your customers isolate, stabilize, and focus each rep on the muscle group they’re working. Plus, your customers get to control the amount of weight they use, which helps determine how much strength they’ll add. Then, the High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) cardio burns through the excess fat. And all along the way, the nutrition plan promotes lean muscle development and healthy weight management. This is how you end up both strong and shredded.  Click on the link below to see a video of what the workouts look like... 

CLICK HERE - LIIFT4 Preview Video!!

It also comes with a complete meal plan that is customizable based on your goals!  It uses a portion control container system and integrates a superfood shake.  The meal plan was totally doable!  And it allowed me to eat to fuel my body without starving!  It felt like a lot of food, but it's all about eating the in the right portions of the rights foods!

So what were my results?  Check out the picture below!  I feel so much more toned and SO much stronger!  I have gained so much definition in my arms and abs!!  My goal was to gain weight and muscle!  And I did!!  I gained about 4 pounds, 1/2 inch on each arm, 1.5 inches around my butt, and 1 inch on each leg!!  And like I said, it's all about your goals because I had ladies in my groups lose 10 pounds and 15 inches....so it's completely customizable!!

I feel more confident, stronger and excited!!  I loved that I was able to fit this workout into my busy schedule.  I enjoyed all the workouts and looked forward to them every day (I can't say that about all the workouts that I've done!)  And I can't wait to do another round!!  So is this workout for you?? 

If you already have a base level of fitness and want to challenge yourself in new ways, you’ll love how Joel structures the 32 workouts over 8 weeks. 6 weeks of comprehensive workouts to help build lean muscle followed by 2 weeks to shred your body, revealing your ultimate physique. And here’s the best part: Because you can always challenge yourself by increasing your weights, there’s no limit to the results you can achieve with LIIFT4!!

Want to try out the workout for yourself?  Click on the link below to message me and order your kit!   And you can join my online fit community to give you tons of support and motivation along the way!! You are worth it!

CLICK HERE - Get more info on LIIFT4!

Favorite Belly Balm!

My new favorite prego product is the organic belly balm from the Honest Company. This stuff is amazing! It smells yummy and doesn't leave you feeling greasy! Love!! 😍🙌🏻 Have you tried this? What's your favorite!

Are you ready for MORE?

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3 years ago I took a leap of faith and became a coach. It has been one of the most amazing decisions of my life. By dedicated an hour or two per day, getting in the best shape of my life, and sharing my journey I was able to build a 6-figure income and provide financial stability for my family. And I will never have to go back to work and leave my kids.

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Are you ready to make a bet?

So I'm curious, if you could get paid to workout consistently and drink Shakeology would you do it? Beachbody is going to be giving away millions of dollars this September to people who log 3 workouts a week and drink Shakeology 5 times a week. They're basically making a bet that their workouts will get you results if you stick with it. Literally putting their money where their mouth is. I'm looking for a group of people who want to challenge Beachbody and see if they can get results in 30 days!  

Do you want in?  Just email me at kelliegimenezftness@gmail.com or fill out my challenge group application (above) and I will get you signed up and ready to go!!  You could not only get amazing results but win some money too!!  Who wouldn't want to do this?  Heck, I'm excited about this!!  Ha ha!  So defintely message me ASAP and I'll get you all signed up and on your way!