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Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

October 31, 2013 by Jess Leave a Comment

Do you get scared to step on the scale every time the holidays come around? You’re not alone! Did you realize that 40% of American females are on a “diet” all of the time, not just through the holidays? Come on y’all, there’s more to life than being on a “diet” all year round. Or perhaps just all year except the holidays. You CAN stop this yo-yo dieting. You CAN keep this weight off for good. You CAN enjoy all your favorite treats. You DO NOT have to diet. Let me tell you how you can avoid holiday weight gain. Maybe you’ll even lose weight this holiday season!

I just started a group called Healthy for the Holidays to help all of y’all avoid holiday weight gain this year. I lost 60 lbs a few years ago & have kept it off since then. I am PASSIONATE about showing you that it doesn’t have to be difficult. It’s simple. It’s easy. It’s an enjoyable life to live. You CAN avoid holiday weight gain this year with my help.

I’m absolutely LOVING the Healthy for the Holidays group so far!! The group is already making new friends & opening up to each other, it’s so much fun seeing this interaction!

My favorite part about what I do is that I absolutely LOVE who I get to work with – they’ve become some of my closest friends! I’ve never had such a large support group & community that helps hold me accountable & keeps me motivated. Plus who doesn’t want to be surrounded with positive like minded people?

I’ve decided to make this group an open enrollment – that means you can get in at ANY time! I want to help as many people as I can, continue building relationships, & helping transform lives like I know God has called me to do.

This doesn’t have to be you anymore (PS – this has been me SOO many times)….

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So come join us! Avoid holiday weight gain this year.

I would LOVE for you to join our amazing community! Just head over here to sign up :)

I look forward to hearing from you!

Jess

Jpbaum87@gmail.com

*Watch this short video to learn more about my role as a coach:http://youtu.be/7iNQD4_DRoM

*Follow me on Facebook for health & fitness tips, encouragement, & motivation: www.facebook.com/getfitjess

How to Renew Your Life

October 24, 2013 by Jess Leave a Comment

Renewal is something that we typically think of around New Year’s or maybe even Spring, when Summer is quickly approaching. For so many years, I could care less about taking care of my health, body, mind, or soul. I was far away from God, overweight, depressed, & in a dark place. What I’ve learned is that it all starts with your MIND. Once you overcome your mind, you can overcome anything.The body, mind, & soul all work together. I know that can seem very difficult, believe me. I still struggle with it myself sometimes, even after losing 60 lbs & maintaining that the past 4 years. But, I want to show you that you CAN & just how to renew your life.

When I began my weight loss journey, I had a lot of trouble getting my mind right about it. I tried so many things & continued failing. Then one day I finally figured out what my WHY was – what made me want to get healthy – & that pushed me along. It started in the mind. I learned how to better control my mind. This was just the beginning of my journey & I’ve figured out so much since then about how they all connect, so I want to share it with all of you. I want to show you how to renew your life.

I’m sure by now you’ve heard me talking about my Healthy for the Holidays group that starts next Monday. I’m very excited about helping people take control of their mind & their life. I lived so much of my life in fear & depression. Now that I’ve been released from that, I want to help you all break those chains of bondage that we are not meant to live in. God has a bigger plan for your life, you don’t have to feel this way any more.

This group will last from October-March so that I can help you get through the holidays without gaining any weight, but still enjoying yourself & lots of yummy foods. But, you will not just be learning about health & fitness. I am going to help you gain a new perspective on life, have a fresh start, & show you how to renew your life.

So, I wanted to give you a sneak peak at what we will be discussing during the 6 months of the program so you’ll know what to expect.

Month 1 – Lighting Your Fire
- Finding your “why”
- Determining your motivation
- Creating your dream board
- Creating your action plan
Month 2 – Lifestyle Change
- Everything in moderation
- Small steps
- Mindset
  - Body, mind, & soul
- Exercise & Being Active
Month 3 – Organizing the Lifestyle
- How to design your plan & recipes
- Grocery shopping
- How to prep
  - Why it is important
  - Cooking
- How to maintain momentum
Month 4 – Secrets of Nutrition
- Calories
  - Calories in vs. calories out
- How to read a nutrition label
  - Serving sizes & measuring
- What makes up your calories
- Healthy substitutes
Month 5 – Dining Out & Eating On the Go
- Plan ahead
  - Eating healthy snack before leaving house
- What to order at restaurants
  - Keywords to chose & skip
  - Skipping chips & bread
- Eating on the go
  - Snacks
  - Fast foods
- How to avoid temptations
  - Sharing desserts & meals
  - Having a bite instead of whole meal
Month 6 – Revisit & Prosper
- Review goals
- Food, nutrition, & dining out
- Create long term goals
- Create action plan
  - New vision board

As you can see, you will be learning way more than just about health & fitness. I can’t wait to have you join us so I can help you see how to renew your life.

Head over here to sign up.

Please RT or share with anyone this may help!

As always, don’t forget to love yourself!

Xoxo,

Jess <3

Healthy for the Holidays Group

October 17, 2013 by Jess Leave a Comment

Hey there! You may or may not know me already, but my name is Jessica Baumgardner. I’m a health & fitness coach & have an absolute passion for helping others achieve their goals.

I’m just like you though, I’m not some professional fitness athlete. I’m a normal person. I struggled with my weight for half my life & finally in 2009 I lost 60 lbs myself & kept it off for a few years now with the help of the products & the best-kept secret. As a coach I use my personal experience to help my clients get started, stay motivated, & get results.

It has taken time & I’m still learning, but my passion for health & fitness has brought me in to the amazing Beachbody community. I’m a full-time coach now (God is so good!) & I quit my job back in April, but I still stay super busy so I know just how precious time is. I am here to help make the best of this journey & offer support & accountability to you when you need it.

I would love to hear your story to get to know you better. My goal as a coach is to help you get to your goals.

I also wanted to take time to tell you about my Healthy for the Holidays group. The holidays are right around the corner, which means lots of temptations will be threatening to throw you off course. Did you know the average weight gain for the holiday season is 10 lbs?

I have created a 6 month program that will get you through all of the holidays without falling off track. We will break down this lifestyle change into simple steps to make it easier to follow. I have taken everything I have learned through my journey to offer you the tools you need.

For only $10 per month you will get “naughty” recipes turned nice, a positive community for support, & one-on-one coaching with me. The group starts October 28th & will run through March 28th.

Please email me for more information & to grab your spot.

Or if you’re ready to sign up now, just click here.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Jess

Jpbaum87@gmail.com

*Watch this short video to learn more about my role as a coach:http://youtu.be/7iNQD4_DRoM

*Follow me on Facebook for health & fitness tips, encouragement, & motivation: www.facebook.com/getfitjess

Have a Healthy Halloween

October 7, 2013 by Jess Leave a Comment

Does this picture not look amazing?! I want to devour that apple up right now! LOL! I have been doing a lot of thinking about how I’ve stayed healthy during the holidays the past 3 years. I’ve also been doing a lot of research so that I can help y’all do the same! Halloween is coming up right around the corner so I wanted to help everyone get ready so that we can all have a healthy Halloween!

Here are a few tips to help you stay on track:

Make healthier versions of “naughty” foods. You can find all kinds of recipes for healthy desserts. I use my Shakeology to make desserts all the time – there’s even a Reese’s recipe out there! And don’t forget to grab my ebook when I release it next month for lots of ideas
When you take your kids trick-or treating, walk instead of drive. This will help you burn some extra calories while also enjoying time with your family.
Plan ahead. Grab some easy recipes from my Pinterest board & plan out what you’re going to make. http://www.pinterest.com/jbaum87/healthy-halloween/
Drink lots of water & eat a healthy meal before handing out candy or going out with your kids. This will help you to be able to say no more easily to all that candy.
Enjoy some candy in moderation. If there’s something you’re really craving, eat one or two small pieces. If you don’t satisfy that craving & completely deprive yourself, you’re going to go crazy & end up binging.
Be an example. Have healthier handouts for your neighborhood. Be that person that hands out apples. You will be an amazing example to your own family & lots of other families out there.

Instead of this…

Why not something like this…

You CAN have a healthy Halloween this year by implementing these steps. Just remember it’s your body, your life, you’re in control. Do something that you will be proud of. Honor God with your body & remember it’s your temple. Have a Healthy Halloween!

Please RT or share with anyone this may help!

As always, don’t forget to love yourself!

Xoxo,

Jess <3