Why Beachbody

Some people that know me are surprised by how enthusiastic I am about Shakeology and Beachbody. I’ve never been that person to try the next big thing, sign on the dotted line, be a salesperson, throw candle parties, or whathaveyou. The only reason I hosted a makeup party recently was because the money went to my friend’s adoption. My standard answer when anyone asks if I want to make extra money by easy sales my answer is always, always “no thank you.”

At the beginning of the summer I was looking for a way to make some extra income, and if you know me at all I’m sure you know I have a half-marathon looming. My friend Kelli Buzzard asked if I’d be interested in being a Beachbody coach. I knew she’d been a coach for awhile, and faithfully used their workout programs and drank Shakeology. The only reason I didn’t say no right away was because I know her. She wasn’t going to try to rip me off, and I’ve seen her success over the past few years. I watched the videos, read some links, read all the fine print on what it takes to be a coach. Something that impressed me is that the company is very open that nothing happens overnight. Your workout results are going to come from putting in the hard work every day, and from making better choices about what you eat. Being a coach is about developing relationships, being proof that this stuff works, and helping others find a program that will fit their lifestyle and personality. This seemed like a perfect opportunity for me. I could make a little extra money, and improve my fitness at the same time. No one’s going to be coming to me to select workout programs and get advice if I can’t honestly speak to the effectiveness of what I’m offering. As a coach, there are no minimums I have to reach with sales or signing people up to remain a coach. There are ways to advance through those avenues but no one’s going to fire me or penalize me if I don’t go that route.

Drinking Shakeology for the past almost-2 months now has played a huge part in my transformation. It’s a superfood shake with natural protein, so it’s filling and incredibly healthy. I drink it for workout recovery but you can also use it for meal replacement. (Warning: I’m about to sound like an infomercial.) Y’all. This is not a magic potion, I don’t think, but since drinking it I have no desire to eat sweets or fried food, which is my go-to junk craving. There are certain times related to stress and hormones where I’d go to extreme lengths for a freshly baked brownie or a piece of fried chicken, but that hasn’t happened to me since I started Shakeology. I just don’t want it. It has made me a healthier person.

I set up my GingerB’s Health and Fitness page, and post my workout pictures on Instagram, in part because having accountability and encouragement is what keeps me going. A couple years ago when I was getting ready for a 5K I would post about my runs on facebook, and if I didn’t post for awhile, there were several students who would ask if I’d been out lately and how I was doing. That meant so much to me. Knowing they were going to ask made me get back out there. On the flip side, I also hope to be an encouragement to other people. I hope people will see what I'm doing and think "If she can, I can!"

Until a few months ago I’d honestly really given up on the idea that my post-baby belly would ever go away, that I’d ever be a faster runner (though I was still training), and that I’d ever be wearing clothes smaller than an 8 or 10. (Down from a 12 just after having by youngest baby.) At the end of last school year when I thought I’d be that size forever I splurged on a nice-fitting pair of jeans from GAP. 2 months later, I wore them to teacher training and one of my friends saw how big they were and told me I needed new pants. You can check out the links at the bottom of this post to see some of my before/after/progress photos. 

So listen. I have small kids. I teach high school. I take care of my house (sometimes.) I have church, Bible study, friends, family, and all kinds of other things going on. I understand busy. I understand tired. I understand thinking things won’t change. But I was wrong. I’m a better runner because I’m stronger and healthier. I feel good. And being strong physically has helped me get some things together mentally. I’m so grateful that just 2 months ago, Kelli asked if I’d be interested in this and patiently answered all my questions. 

If you are looking for help finding a workout plan that will fit your life, please let me help you and then encourage you along the way. If you also might be interested in being a coach, I’d love to talk more about what that means. 

Thank you for reading, and thank you for the support. Every “like” and comment makes me smile, and I hope that on my journey as a coach, I can give that back to others.

Love,

Jessica 

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