Thursday, November 29, 2018

Transform :20





“Conquer your mind…so you can TRANSFORM your life.”

It has been 3 years since we’ve had a brand new workout program from Shaun T. I've loved them all but now I'm ready to be challenged in a new way! Time to TRANSFORM our bodies and minds in just 20 minutes a day, 6 days a week, for 6 weeks! Sound too good to be true?! Not when Shaun T is your trainer! =) 



What is Transform :20? 

  • 20 minute workouts
  • 6 days per week
  • 6 week program
  • Modifier in every workout
  • No workout repeats…you will never see the same workout twice! 
  • Super simple dialed in nutrition plan to help you not only achieve but sustain your goals!
When is it available?
The program actually doesn't launch until April 2019 BUT, you can get VIP Early Access in January 2019! Fill out THIS FORM to get on my VIP List.
Who is TRANSFORM :20 for?
Everyone! Shaun T created this program knowing that there are many people who just don’t have the time to work out…until now!!   As a new father of twins, he finds less and less time to get a workout in. This is what motivated him to create a program for EVERYONE. There is a modifier during every workout and if you’re thinking that 20 minutes isn’t enough for you…just wait!  I heard you burn just as many calories as Insanity Max 30 in just 20 minutes!!  🙂
When can I start Transforming?
You can join my TRANSFORM :20 Test Group January 2019 with VIP Early Access. BUT, you can start transforming your life now. Click HERE to get started on your health and fitness journey now as we wait for TRANSFORM :20.
What equipment do I need?
The Beachbody Step
Transformations:
 Mom of 3, 38 years old. Struggle with knee issues & arthritis with strength & traditional HIIT programs but have really been able to dial up my intensity since the step dynamics don't bother my knees as much. Using recover and energize religiously. Was flexible with the portion fix. Had several “treats” over the 6 weeks. 

I was VERY skeptical about 20 minutes. I didn’t do ONE single bonus workout the entire 6 weeks. I wanted to put the 20 min to the test as a fit person who’s been working out for 35-60 minutes a day for 18 months. Pleasantly surprised with my results and fitness gains
 A few things about me... I’m a stay-at-home mom of two. I loved these workouts because 20 minutes a day allowed me to get back to a lifestyle where my entire day wasn’t centered around my workout. It allowed me to schedule more activities for my daughter and I to do while my son was at school. I loved doing the workouts at 12:30pm because it was right during lunchtime. Most days I finished my workout before my daughter had finished her lunch. This meant that nap time was back to being me time rather than my workout time and that was such a game changer for my life and my business. The results I get from Shaun T programs are always insane. My legs never lean out in any other program the way they do with Shaun’s. My nutrition was on point 90% of the time. I followed the container system but applied what I had learned from 80 Day Obsession and timed nutrition. I drank shakeology daily and used energize before every workout.

 Andrea — 22 years young. Single. Remodeling a home during. Recent college graduate. Full-time farmHER. 20 minutes a Day was PERFECT for me with harvest, weaning calves and everything else going on.
In addition, in October 2017... I lost a previous boyfriend of 2 years in an accident. He is the only reason I got into a healthy routine + beachbody in general. I haven’t been able to push fully through an entire workout without quitting halfway through or half-assing it.
This program was hard — emotionally + mentally, BUT it was just what I needed. I’ve overcame the plateau and actually enjoy working out again. I found the old me back and I couldn’t be happier. My depression + anxiety are sooo much better.💕
I followed containers. Ate 90% perfect (even with cookie overload on a day lol) and used Shakeology + Energize, Recover and hydrate.

 I started this program exactly six weeks to the day of my wedding. With recently buying a home, finishing planning our wedding, and juggling the changes that come with this "about to be a wife" phase, I can't say enough good things about Transform :20.
Not only did my VERY form fitting dress fit like a freaking GLOVE the day of my wedding, I just felt mentally so prepared to enter into being someones wife with an awesome, positive, loving mindset.
What I loved about Transform :20 was that it got me great results (My 5'2 frame lost -5 pounds of fluff!) while not going coo-coo about my size/weight prepping for my wedding dress! I just trusted Shaun, loved EVERY workout, and every day was like thinking, "Holy crap that was hard, in the best way!"
I have so many friends that did crash diets, juice cleanses, or went to daily saunas to slim up before their wedding. I always say to my clients, "your dress fits you, not the other way around" and Transform :20 completely allowed me to just enjoy being healthy for LIFE, and not a few hours on one day of my life!
Better yet, on to round two with this program, and it's STILL fun, I am still getting my butt kicked, and STILL seeing results!
With love,
Cait

 I started this program at 7 months postpartum, while exclusively breastfeeding, and am home full time with my son, while working my coaching business. I used the portion fix to fuel my body and maintain my supply, all while getting results with 20 minute workouts! I had a weekly flex meal, but main focus was nutrition to nourish my babe. I drank shakeology daily, and energize and hydrate preworkout, every workout! It was a game changer for my performance.

Nicolette: I’m a full time work from home mama of a 3 and a 4 year old! 20 minute workouts were freeing for my hectic schedule. I followed portion fix, drank daily Shakeology, and used energize/recover with every workout! I enjoyed a weekly flexible eating day 😜 with all of the programs I’ve done this year, I knew that my body was strong. But this program definitely pinpointed areas where I need it to be stronger both physically and mentally. It’s so DIFFERENT - I don’t care what you’ve done in the past this is going to elevate you and your mindset and your physical fitness! 🤘🏼

There's 1 more story to write, and it's YOURS!!!  =)  I am SO EXCITED for this program to release and hope you decide to join our VIP test group starting on January 14th before it's released in April! You will be so glad you did!  2019...here we come!!! 

Comment below or email me at kristinkfitness@gmail.com if you have any questions!!  
CLICK HERE TO GET ON MY VIP LIST

Friday, October 19, 2018

5 Books To Help You Live Your BEST Life.

Since becoming a coach, personal development is one of the daily habits I've committed to and it has paid off in so many ways!  More confidence, bigger dreams, more motivation, and better time management....OK I'm still working on the last one but I'm better off than I used to be!  haha!  Here's a list of some my favorites with a description from the author. It was hard to choose because there are so many!  I think I'll have to do a part 2 list and I'll also do a favorite list based on faith books for those of you looking for devotionals or other books to help grow in your faith!     

Do you have a favorite????  Comment below so I can check it out!

1.  Mastering Your Mean GirlYou know that sneaky voice inside your head telling you that you’re not good enough, smart enough, pretty enough, whatever enough? That’s your Mean Girl. And she’s doing her best to keep you stuck in Fear Town, too scared to go after the life you always imagined.  Time to shut her up!  

2.  The Energy Bus10 secrets for approaching life and work with the kind of positive, forward thinking that leads to true accomplishment - at work and at home. This was such a fun, easy read the left me motivated and ready to make new goals in my personal and professional life! 
Click HERE for Audible version.


3.  The Compound Effect: The little things we do everyday, added up over time make a huge difference in our lives.  The habits you know you do, and the habits you don't even realize you're doing. The book helps you take control and lead your life where you want it to go instead of ending up somewhere you didn't even realize you were going.  
Click HERE for Audible version.


4.  Girl, Wash Your Face: If you haven't heard of this book yet, I think you might be living under a rock! =)  She takes the lies that holds us back from living our best life and shines a light on the truth.  It's funny, relatable, and empowering!
Click HERE for Audible version.

5. You are a Badass:  This book is full of funny inspiring stories, direct advice, easy exercises and the occasional swear word.  By the end you'll understand why you do things you do, how to love what you can't change, and how to change what you don't love!
Click HERE for Audible version.


Last but certainly not least...BONUS...#6...The Bible!  =)  
About 6 years ago I took a Bible 101 class that strengthened my faith immensely.  Ever since then it's continued to grow and when that happens your priorities change.  You start to care less about what the world desires...being a certain size, money, etc. and find so much peace in the things that matter.  Nothing can calm your anxiety, put things in perspective, and give you peace and understanding about life than this book!  =)  If you're interested in the 101 class, let me know!    Whether you leave near or far I can set you up with the lessons!   

I hope you like the list and would love to hear if you've read any of these and what you thought!  Or which one you plan on reading first!  









Friday, October 12, 2018

Spooktacular Halloween Party Food

Y'all, I'm going to be honest...I don't like crafts, or spending time in the kitchen.  I'd rather sit back with a glass of wine and visit with my friends while they did crafts then actually do them myself!  =)  

My mom on the other hand is a ROCKSTAR and has always been creative and artistic.  Every Halloween she has an amazing party for the kids and just goes all out!  
She truly is the QUEEN of HALLOWEEN! 






She has had some amazing, time consuming, treats for us like the strawberries she turned into chocolate covered mice, snake pizza, or jello-o worms but I asked her about 5 EASY ones that I would actually be up for making for my kids or bringing to an upcoming Halloween party.  I think everyone from the crafty to the not so crafty mom will like these 5 ideas so I hope you enjoy!  

1.  Cheeseballs: You can make your own, or just to to the grocery store and pick yourself up one that's already made!  Then you'll mold it into the shape you want!  As you can see, we've done a variety of faces, as well as one that was topped with lunch meat to look like creepy skin!  Super easy and you can use your imagination to form it!  We used plastic eyeballs, olives, plastic bugs, chips, nuts, and candy to help with facial features.  



2.  Eyeball Chicken Salad Sandwiches: This is another easy one that allows you to make your own chicken or tuna salad or just buy it already made for the store.  (I think you know which route I would take on this!  Thank you Costco!)  For these you simple cut circles out from your bread and then put a dollop of chicken salad in the middle of each one.  Next lay a sliced olive on top and add veins with ketchup or you can put red food coloring in mayonnaise.  
Don't blink or they'll be gone!  (Did you SEE what I did there?)


3.  Pulled Pork Monsters: For these you'll just need pulled pork or shredded barbecue, slider buns, green olives, and toothpicks!  Fill the buns with your meat and use the toothpicks to add 2 olives at the top for eyeballs with some barbecue sauce in the middle for dipping!  These are always a favorite to eat but still add something festive to the table!  


4.  Fingers:  My mom has made these in many different ways so I thought I'd give you a few options...

These are peanut butter and jelly rolls that are made by cutting off the crust and flattening your bread down a little bit, applying pb&j and then rolling them up!  She then puts jelly all over them as blood and puts jelly on the back of an almond slice and attaches it as the fingernails.  =)  

These are so simple and you'll just need large pretzel sticks, green candy melts (or you can use food coloring to dye white chocolate), almond pieces, and spider rings.  Dip the sticks and apply the almond nail while it's still wet and then let dry and add the spider ring.  

For this last option you need Nutter Butter cookies, green candy melts, and red gumdrops.  Dip the cookie in the chocolate and add a gumdrop as the nails...you're done!  =)  

5.  Dracula Mouths:  These are so cute and the kids love how they taste!  You'll need chocolate chip cookies, red icing, marshmallows, almond slivers.  Cut the cookies in half, flip it over, and cover the bottom side with icing.  Stick the marshmallows into the icing of 1 half, place the almond as fangs in between some of them.  Add more icing as "glue" if needed.  After you've lined the inside of that side of the cookie, stick the icing side of the other half of the cookie down on top of it like a sandwich and let it set.  Enjoy!!! 

  

 These parties are so memorable and my kids look forward to them every year!  I hope you're able to use some of these ideas and make great memories with your family or friends too!  Comment below with your favorite one and PLEASE come back and comment if you use them!   I would LOVE to see pictures of how it turned out!  Let me know if you have any questions about anything!  

Now for a trip down memory lane...here's a couple pictures of us at my moms parties!   I had dark hair once for about 2 months, and my sweet babies were itty bitty, haha!!  Have a fun and safe Halloween my friends!  

XOXO


Friday, October 5, 2018

Favorite Fall Lippy


I LOVE Fall (incase you didn't notice with all my decorations) but I'm also a girl that loves pink so this time of year I make an effort to put away the BRIGHTS for some nude, maroon, mauve, and orange tones!  



For today's #FridayFive, I wanted to share with you my favorite shades for the perfect autumn lippy!  I must admit that this was REALLY hard to narrow down but I didn't want to post too many and overwhelm you!  So here's 5 that come in all different price ranges so you can pick your favorite!  


1. "Boy Bye" by Kylie Cosmetics:  $16.  This is a pinky mauve color that I'm obsessed with!  I love the matte finish and it doesn't dry out my lips! 




2.  "Ludwig" Everlasting Liquid Lipstick by Kat Von D: $20.  This is another matte finished lip that's not too thick and doesn't dry out.  It's more of a nude tone that can match any color you're wearing!


3. "Somebody to Love" Nars Powermatte Lip Pigment: $26.  This is a rose brown color that feels amazing on!  If you want a darker/bolder more maroon lip, this berry shade is on point, "Rock With You".  This is a high pigmented, full coverage lip formula! 




4.  "Copper Spark" Maybelline Lipstick: $7.49.  OMGOSH y'all, this is such a beautiful copper color without being too orange or rusty and the shimmer is subtle and overall perfect for this time of year!  



5.  "Forever Chestnut" Maybelline 24 Hour SuperStay: $10.49.  For those of you looking for a long lasting gloss finish, this is an amazing alternative to the more expensive long wear/smudge proof lipsticks out there!  I wore this color all day and then to a football game and as you can see, the color was still going strong! This is a perfect everyday shade and I love that it isn't too brown and reminds me of a caramel apple!  




I'm also really looking forward to the Kylie Cosmetics BOO collection coming out on October 12 so you can go to their website anytime after that for more amazing shades!  It's full of festive eyeshadows, highlighter, and lip colors so you should definitley check that out once it's released!! 


Keep in mind that all of these colors look different on everyone but let me know if you end up purchasing one of these!!  I'd love to see what shade you picked!  If you post a picture of your color, use the hashtag #fridayfivelips so I can see what you picked and show you some love!!  

Do you have another fall favorite shade that I didn't mention?  Comment below so I can check it out because...can one really have to many shades?!  


Friday, September 28, 2018

Adorable Fall Decorations

It's FALL YALL, and this is my favorite time of year!!  Football, cooler weather, boots, soups, and all things pumpkin...what's not to like?!?!  


This year I was even more excited to get our decorations out and do some shopping because this time last year we didn't have a home!  Our house was torn apart by Hurricane Harvey and so much was taken away from us. We missed being in our own home, decorating and doing the little traditions we always do! This year I am forever grateful for our “new” home and the every day amenities that are so easy to take for granted! There really is NO place like home and I am going to decorate it up this year!

I'm no Joanna Gaines but here are my 5 favorite finds for fall decorations and I found everything at Kirklands which is my favorite decor store of all time!   Hobby Lobby and HomeGoods are a close second and I'm sure they have very similar options!  

1. White Pumpkin Metal Sign: This sign is so cute and looks perfect against our dark door!  I was originally going to put this orange one on the door but it's wood and was too heavy and shook around too much when the door would open and close so I put it on our back porch instead! 


2. Happy Fall Y'all Plaque: Love the rustic wood and adorable pumpkin on this sign!  Of course being from the south I also love what it says because y'all know we love to say "y'all" round here!




3. Pumpkin and Berry Centerpieces: I love how festive these beautiful colors are and they add so much pizazz to our island and dining room table without being overpowering so we don't have to move them when we sit down to eat!






4.Pillows: Who knew a couple pillows could add so much festivity?  I love the pop of color they give our living room and plan on buying more for our couch!  So cute and so many options to choose from!





5. Pumpkin Accents: When I saw these adorable little pumpkins I knew they'd look perfect in this bowl under our TV.  I also added some fall colored berries that you can find at Hobby Lobby to finish it off!  This link isn't the exact pumpkins I have because they don't have them online but those are another cute option or you can check your local Kirklands if there's one near you!  And this plaid pumpkin banner was just to die for!  I LOVE it so much and think besides a fire, it's just what our fireplace needed!






Want to save money??  Download the Kirklands Spin To Win App for a discount code!  I use this every time I shop there and it saves me so much money!  Remember you only get 1 spin per day!

Let me know if you have any questions and I'd love to hear if you end up buying any of these finds and how you use them so come back and let me know!!  I'd love to see your pictures!!  

XOXO
 

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