Dealing with Weight Gain when trying to LOSE weight!!

In yesterdays post I spoke about my very enjoyable weekend. Well this morning I step on the scale and I had gained 5 lbs. ...What!!! 

So I stepped off and tried again and the number didn't change ..There it was 170 lbs staring me in my face. --

Now at first I became very disappointed in myself. I felt like I had threw away all my hard work in one weekend. 

BUT....

You know what I don't regret anything. I have been working hard and have made eating healthy and working out a part of my lifestyle. -- And reality is I will enjoy a weekend out from time to time and have a few drinks with friends , while enjoying good food, music, and conversation. -- and I shouldn't feel guilty about it.

And the scale will constantly fluctuate. -The number will change depending on what time of day, When I have lost fast, when I have gained muscle etc. 

My point is I believe we all get down when the scale goes up in number instead of down (and vice versa for those trying to gain weight)  - I believe it's a natural reaction. But remember it's not all about the number on the scale. 

Yes I've gained 5 lbs but I also had the most enjoyable weekend I've had in a long time. And Guess What ??-- I'm going to lose those 5 lbs + more. 

My Day:

Insanity Workout

Breakfast:

Herbalife Meal Replacement Shake w/ Protein

Herbalife Raspberry Tea

Snack:

Strawberries & Blueberries

Lunch:

Turkey Sandwich w/ Turkey bacon, Light Mayo, Cheese, & Multi -Grain Bread

Heralife Peach mango Beverage Mix- helps keep you full and tastes great.

Snack:

Greek Yogurt w/ Almonds

Dinner:

Herbalife Meal Replacement Shake - Dutch chocolate w/Chocolate protein 

Gym in the evening.

2 hours of Personal Training Studying

Happy Monday & Weekend recap

** Fitness Feature Monday was supposed to start today & i apologize for the Inconveinience but it will begin Next Monday **

I was very eager to begin a fresh new week - So Happy Monday Everyone :)

Weekend Recap:

I had a very enjoyable weekend.

Friday:

A friend of mine I haven't seen in a while came over to visit. We hung out and talked for a while and it was nice.

Then I went to the Gym (finally :)) - With Aaron , and my Friend Tiff and her boyfriend.

Us gals worked out together and let the gents do their own thing.

We trained abs and Legs and it was a great workout- Definitely was feeling it yesterday.
Then had dinner at their house (Baked Chicken & Broccoli) - which was DELICIOUS!!!

Saturday:
-Washed the car
- Watched a few episodes of Bones on Netflix
-Aaron and I Went to a club on the beach w/ Tiff and her beau.
      -- It was my first time ever going to a club of any sort. but it was very enjoyable. I had a few drinks and enjoyed the company of my friends.

Sunday:
-Cleaned the Apartment
-Made sweet potato fries for a mid day snack
-Made chicken, shrimp, & broccoli Stir fry w/ multi grain rice for dinner.
-Spent the rest of the day relaxing w/ aaron, lounging on the couch and watching Bones.

--So now it's Monday and even though I had a very enjoyable weekend and snuck in a few sweets here and there--- I am even more excited to get back to my workouts and eating healthier.

If you asked me even a few months ago , If I would eat a healthy meal over fast food, pizza etc. The answer would definitely not have been yes.

But I'm noticing I no longer crave unhealthy , greasy, high calorie, foods as I use to and it's an Amazing feeling.

Another thing I have noticed is I use to want to reward myself with Food. - If I lost X amount of lbs I would go out to eat at xx place.

-Now I reward myself with a new outfit, or even an outing. I would like to go on a semi-hike soon, so maybe that will be my next reward. -Rewarding & still being Active.

**But don't get me wrong rewarding yourself by going to your favorite restaurant , or going to your favorite ice cream parlor is fine in my opinion ..but switch it up from time to time and find other ways to reward yourself ;)**

Joys of being an Herbalife Health Coach & uPdate

I awoke this morning to my email full of inquiries about Herbalife and a smile spread across my face.

So I decided to post this on my fb page:
I LOVE being a Health coach ..Anytime someone contacts me about Herbalife or Healthy living in general it brightens my day. It's not only about losing weight or being skinny or gaining muscle. It's about being Healthier - being able to live longer and enjoy this Amazing thing called Life. It's about seeing people transform before your eyes into someone they never believed they could be... Life doesn't have to suck.. Stop being Afraid and take that first step.

And it;s true . I absolutely LOVE being a Health coach. Seeing my clients changes -physically , emotionally, and mentally is so exciting.

-But sometimes those of us who have already chosen to live a healthier life focus too much on the physical. -Yes it's great to see the number on the scale go down (or up depending on your goals) - It's great to see your body transforming into something you are working so hard for.

-But we must remember to focus on the bigger picture. -

 How are you feeling?

-Do you feel healthier?
-Do you have more energy?
- Are you noticing a change in your attitude> -thinking more positive than negative?

Yes? - Well than take pride in that. That is something to be happy about.

Yesterday I was with friends whom I haven't seen since I began a healthier lifestyle and after only a few minutes they commented how they can see a change in me and it was really nice to see this new me.

I smiled and said Thank You - and it made me feel really good. I don't need for other people to notice the change in me but it definitely is a good feeling when they do.

So don't become so obsessed with the scale and the measurements and pants sizes that you are not enjoying the rest of the changes that are taking place and enjoying life.

I mean one of the reasons we are choosing to live a Healthier lifestyle is so we can be healthy and live longer right? -- So don't forget to enjoy life :)

And to update on my progress :):

- I haven't been to the gym (and I'm missing it dearly) because of the car being in the shop but thankfully it should be ready to bring home today.

- I have been doing my at-home workouts (most days)
- I am drinking my Herbalife shakes, tea, and tablets like I should ..and still eating healthy ... and it feels Amazing !!!

I hope everyone has an Amazing Weekend, Have fun and continue to make Healthy choices :). Have a cheat meal , enjoy yourself!!! -Remember no one is perfect.

Exciting News !!!!

Every Week I will be hosting a Weight loss/Fitness Inspiration of the week. I have gotten such good feedback  and cannot wait to get started.

My first feature will be next week. It will be every Monday... Why Monday you ask??

- Well you know how we always say Oh we will start Monday -- yea we have all been there :)

So I decided it was just the perfect day. Maybe someone who promised to start on Monday will see it, and instead of convincing themselves to just start next Monday -maybe they will be Inspired and it will Motivate them to start right then and now.. No more putting it off.

-Fresh week-Fresh Start.

Who can be featured?

-Anyone who has lost weight
-In the process of losing weight
-Gained weight ( if you were underweight)

If you are Interested in being a feature please feel free to email me @ Kanettram@gmail.com

Make sure to stop by to see Amazing Transformations, Here their stories, and tips from each other.

Get ready to be Inspired!!!

sorry I've been ....Learning!

Hello Everyone. Sorry I haven't posted the past few days. I have been doing a lot or learning and a lot of studying.

I've been studying to be a Personal Trainer , so I have been focusing a lot on that. It's so important to me and there is a lot to learn. So I'm trying to make sure I'm putting in the time and energy I need to in order to soak it all up and pass the test at the end.

But 

I also have been doing a lot of networking and trying to learn as much as I can about blogging  and was helps create a successful blog. -- I feel that we can always learn from others experiences -- Even though what worked for another won't always necessarily work for you -- i believe you can always take something that will help you from others experiences. 

And i felt I have been learning a lot. So this week will be spent putting together a plan based all that I have learned. 

-Beginning next week , my blog will be on a set schedule- I will be posting daily at the same time (most days anyway) 

I've learned that it good for your readers to know when to expect your posts. And I want my readers to be happy :)

Okay Okay ..I know you all want to know what I've been doing health wise. :)

I weighed myself this morning and I am 165.8 lbs :) 

I haven't been to the gym in a while but it's mostly because Aaron's car is in the shop (don't know who that is, click on the page Our Story)

The other day after an oil change it decided it wanted to break down , So it's been with the mechanic and I've been stuck home. 

I have been continuing with Herbalife and eating correctly so I'm still losing weight but i honestly miss the gym.  --Never thought I would have fallen in Love with weight training but now I need it in my life. 

So that has been my last couple of days...How have you ladies been?

Herbalife Success Training Seminar- Amazing Experience

So today was my first Herbalife Success Training Seminar and it was Absolutely AMAZING. I had no idea what to expect upon arriving - but once you walk through those doors nothing but positive people and positive energy.

Definitely a LIFE CHANGING experience. People sharing their positive weight loss experiences and Business success. -- I was so Inspired it brought me to tears.

I am ready to make big changes in my life. Nowhere but up from here. 

****Don't be afraid to Dream*****

The Future Belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their Dreams!!!

Herbalife really has changed my life and is continuing to change my life. Anything is possible with Herbalife.. Whether it's just fitness goals or you want to be in charge of your your own success Business wise.

Want to learn more feel free to email me with any questions.

Join me in Inspiring others and Changing Lives !!!

Squash Spaghetti

I've had a very long and busy day but I wanted to share with you the new recipe I tried today. 

Squash Spaghetti

Low carb- Less Calorie Spaghetti alternative.

Ingredients: 

1) Spaghetti Squash

2)Pasta Sauce

3)Ground turkey

                   Step 1- Cut the spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds. 

Step 2- Place both halves face down and cook for 50-60 minutes

Step 3:

While the squash is cooking begin cooking your ground Turkey on the stove top. Season to taste. I just used some adobo and Garlic powder.

Step 4: Add spaghetti sauce

Step 5: Take Squash out of oven when done and scoop out the insides. Should resemble noodles.

And there you have it Spaghetti squash. I never even knew you could make Spaghetti out of Squash but it was delicious and Healthy :)

Tomorrow Morning I have an Herbalife Training Seminar (so i need to get my sleep) But I am sooo excited. I'm always looking forward to learning new things and I've never been to one before so it will be a new experience.

;)