I was working out pretty actively when I got pregnant. I originally was planning on working out up until I had the baby but I had some unexplainable bleeding during my first tri-mester and had to quit working out as hard. When I asked my doctor how much working out I could do while pregnant he told me to watch my heart rate. The first time I tried to run and watch my heart rate it had me pretty much speed walking. I was really discouraged because based off of keeping my heart rate low enough I could barely work out! Since that time in my life I have done quite a bit of research and learned about working out while pregnant during my personal training certification. Here is what I learned and this seems to be a good rule of thumb to go by.

Tips for Exercising While Pregnant:

1. Eat extra calories if you are working out. On average you should consume about three hundred extra calories while pregnant. If you are working out you should increase those calories.

2. Avoid contact sports- for example, skiing, mountain biking, and soccer. You also want to keep in mind that your balance will be messed up so you want to watch doing anything that needs any extra coordination.

3. Wear lose, comfortable clothes that will allow you stay cool

4. Avoid lying flat on your back after the 1st Trimester. If you want to do ab exercises after the 1st trimester you will want to do them standing up

5. It is okay to run while pregnant-if you ran before you got pregnant. Listen to your body and do what feels right. If you begin feeling uncomfortable then stop.

6. Don't get stuck on the heart rate thing. It is better to remember to just not work out to the point of exhaustion or get out of breath. You should be able to carry on a conversation.

7. If you didn't work out before you got pregnant you can workout while pregnant just keep it to light walking or low intense workouts. Now is not the time to get in shape or try something new.

There are TONS of benefits to working out while pregnant. It is good for you and the baby and can even help ease pregnancy side effects as well as help with an easier labor.

What Are You Avoiding?

 

What Are You Avoiding?

We all have that one thing (or few things) that we have been avoiding doing. For some of us it might be tackling losing weight, forgiving someone, cleaning out our basement, or starting a work-out routine. The whole out of sight, out of mind mantra is very convenient in this area in our lives. "I will get to that one day" we think. I don't know what struck me hard when 2014 hit but something did. It might have been that last year I became a mom, hit thirty, or that my step-mom passed away from cancer. Whatever it was that hit me I caught fire that every little thing I have been avoiding in my life needed taken care of...NOW. I don't want any regrets and I don't want to fall short of being the best that I can be. For that reason I am hitting things hard. My hope is that if I try to do a bunch of things then hopefully I will at least accomplish a few of them. This weekend I tackled something incredibly embarassing. In fact the only reason that I am even publicly sharing this is because I know that someone out there can relate to having a similar issue.

My husband has told me our entire marriage that I have issues when it comes to buying gift bags, wrapping paper, and tissue paper for gifts. "We have a whole box of all of that stuff downstairs-why do you need to buy any more?" Well, let me tell you my answer for that. 1. I like buying gift bags. To me-it is just as fun buying the perfect gift bag as it is buying the gift. I usually try to find a gift bag that matches the theme of the party, the person's personality, or the gift itself. In my eyes the gift bag is part of the present.   2. The big box in the basement full of gift wrap is very intimidating. It is so big and full of stuff that I don't even know where to begin. If I buy a gift bag at the store while I am buying the present I can avoid eye contact with that huge box of craziness and pretend it doesn't exist. Crazy, right? Well-this is my one big thing I have been avoiding for a long time. Until now.

So what changed? Well, my husband and I are doing a Financial Peace class where we have to focus on every dollar and how we are spending it. Therefore, I can no longer purchase gift bags without feeling guilty or feeling like I am hurting the greater cause. Last night I did what we all need to do- I faced the thing I was avoiding head on. I stared that ginormous box of gift wrap in the face and it was terrifying! I began pulling stuff out of the box and sorting it into piles. As I began sorting I realized how absolutely ridiculous it was that I had been purchasing gift wrap. I had enough gift bags, boxes, and wrapping paper to start my own Hallmark store!!! I found myself feeling ashamed, anxious, giddy, embarrassed and freed as I cleaned out this box and sorted. I then created labels for each storage tub so that I could now easily find the category of gift wrap I would be looking for. Now, instead of looking for that perfect bag at the store-I will look through the tubs in my basement.

Looking back I bet not a single family member or friend of mine can tell me what I wrapped their present in. In fact, I bet they can't tell me what gift I even got them for that matter! So, why was I so consumed with this gift wrap obsession? Why was I wasting money that we shouldn't be spending?  Because it was easier! Just like it is easier to eat whatever we want and continue doing what is comfortable...even if it isn't right. Well, those days are over. If you are reading this and you will be receiving a gift from me expect it to come in a really tacky wrapping paper. I have vowed to not buy any more gift wrap until what I have is all gone.

I don't share this just so you are amused by my obession with gift wrap (although you probably already are!) I share this because as I mentioned before we all have that one thing that we have been avoiding. We have that one thing sitting in our basement that we are avoiding eye contact with. The hardest part is getting started. Once you get started it is so much easier. I hope that this encourages you to face that one thing you are avoiding head on. I promise if you do you will be better because of it. You will feel a sense of accomplishment, release, and freedom that you haven't felt before. Best wishes!

Megan

The Power of Preparation-Fitness & Nutrition tips to put you ahead of the game

The Power of Preparation

If you are like our family once Monday hits we hit the ground running. My husband and I both work full-time and he also teaches two nights a week while we both teach a fit class one night a week. We have a one year old who is super active so it never stops. We have a small window of "free" time from around 9-10pm every night-that's it! So, time is very precious to us! I hate staying in my drill sargeant state all of the time but it truly is a necessity to keep everything in order during the week. Here are some things we do a head of time to help during the week:

1.  Cook on Sundays to get you through the week (or most of the week). I do not enjoy cooking. The last thing I want to do is work all day and then come home and cook-yuck! However, if I don't have meals planned or made we end up eating a bunch of junk which is no good either. So, for example, last night I made a big pot of homeade soup (chili is a good example). I also cooked some peppers, beef, black beans, rice and onions for fajitas. I spent about an hour Sunday night cooking both meals in a big batch. What we will do is on Monday-Wednesday is rotate for lunch and dinner eating the soup and fajitas. All we have to do is warm them up! That covers three days of meals. On Thursday I may cook something simple (like throw turkey burgers on the grill). Then on Friday when we are pooped from the week we might order pizza (or make one at home).

2. Lay out clothes/pack the night before-We pick out what clothes we are going to wear the night before, we pack our food for work, and get Mayda's bag packed and ready for grandmas. If we are planning on working out the next morning we either wear the work-out clothes to bed or lay them close to the bed. This will save 10-15 minutes every morning (and make your morning better!)

3. Bring snacks to work (or wherever you are going for the day)-anyone who has ever worked with me can vouch that I always either have a snack drawer or a bunch of snacks in my purse. If you don't pack or bring healthy snacks then you are more likely to make a trip to the vending machines, run to get fast food, or dig into the brownies your co-worker brought in.  Here are some healthy snacks ideas-mixed nuts, protein/shakeology shake, piece of fruit, apple slices with peanut butter. Remember-it is important to eat every three hours. I am pretty sure that people at work think I eat all the time!

4. Schedule your workouts ahead of time-If you put on your calendar when you are going to work out or make plans to meet a friend to workout then you are more likely to stick with it. Treat your workout time just like any other important appointment. If someone invites you out to dinner on Wednesday night but you were going to workout say, "that is my scheduled workout night. Would you want to work out with me? If not I can look at a different day!"

Another thing-some families are actually more busy on the weekends. Instead of saving a bunch of "to do's" for Saturday or Sunday it is helpful to get a little done throughout the week. For example, instead of making Saturday an all day cleaning day pick one small thing to do each week day. Monday can be clean the bathrooms, Tuesday-dusting, Wednesday-paying bills, Thursday-laundry. It helps to break it down over a week so that it doesn't ruin or overload your weekend.

We all know that life happens and that we have to be flexible. However, the more prepared we can be the more likely we are to make better choices. There truly is power in preparation!

 

P90X3 Is Here

 

P90X3 IS HERE!!! Order your P90X3 before they sell out at this introductory pricing!

What all do you need to know to make an educated buying decision?? What is included in P90X3? P90X3 Base Kit Includes: 16 unique and brand new workouts on 8 DVDs Plus, 5 Free Gifts Fitness Guide Nutrition Guide 90 Day Workout Calendar How to Accelerate Intro DVD 24/7 Online Support Network Exclusive P90X One on One: On One Leg DVD Network Exclusive Premium P90X3 Hat ($24.95 value) - December Only! Base Kit Pricing Retail           $119.85 + S&H Club             $107.87 Coach          $89.89 (90 PV) P90X3 Deluxe Kit Includes everything in the Base Kit PLUS: 3 Elite Extreme workouts on 1 DVD Includes free Elite Block Calendar 1-Month E&E Tub 3 B-Lines Resistance Bands Deluxe Kit Pricing Retail           $239.70 + S&H Club             $215.73 Coach          $179.78 (180 PV) P90X3 Ultimate Kit Includes everything in the Base & Deluxe Kits PLUS: 1-Month R&R Tub Gym-Quality P90X® Chin-Up Bar P90X® Chin-Up Max Premium Beachbody Jump Mat Ultimate Kit Pricing Retail           $329.55 + S&H Club             $296.60 Coach          $247.16 (247 PV) P90X3 Challenge Pack Retail Price: $205 (December Promotional Price: $180) P90X3 Base Kit 30-Day Supply of Shakeology HD 30-Day VIP Team Beachbody Club Membership What are the P90X3 workouts? Product links. NOTE: These will NOT be active until end of day 12/10 when the products are live in the store. ORDER P90X3 BASE KIT ORDER P90X3 DELUXE KIT ORDER P90X3 ULTIMATE KIT BEST VALUE!!! TOP SELLER!! ORDER P90X3 CHALLENGE PACK Our first online support Challenge Group will begin on January 6, 2014! The P90X3 challenge group will require the purchase of the P90X3 Challenge Pack. We will be hand guiding you through the challenge with daily support and every 2 week assessments. Please notify me immediately if you would like to participate in my P90X3 challenge. THERE IS LIMITED SPACE!!!I know this is a ton of information to take in but I hope it was helpful in making your purchase decision. If you have any additional questions please let me know!BRING IT!!!

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P90X3 Pricing and Packages

FAQ:

When is P90X3 available for purchase?

P90X3 will be available to order by end of day 12/10.

 

Where is P90X3 available for purchase?

Find it in the TBB Store and take advantage of free shipping until 12/31. The tool kit will also be available by end of day 12/10.

 

When should I order it to guarantee I get it by Christmas?

Order by 12/15 11:59 PM to guarantee delivery by 12/25.

 

What special offer is associated with the release of P90X3?

All orders of P90X3, purchased on TeamBeachbody.com through a Coach (me), from 12/10/13 through 12/31/13 will include a free P90X3 hat and bonus workout. There are no hats for P90X or P90X2 orders at this time.



 

Is there an App available?

The P90X App will be available for Android on 12/10 and the Android version will include the ability to track P90X3 workouts. The functionality to track your P90X3 workouts will be available soon for the iPhone App.

 

Is there a vegan meal plan option available for P90X3?

There will be vegan options included in the new P90X3 Nutrition Guide that will be available on December 10, 2013.

 

For tips and ideas on how to modify the P90X3 meal plan to be more vegan friendly, we encourage customers to post the topic on the Team Beachbody message boards (http://www.teambeachbody.com/connect/message-boards/-/message_boards/category/19535469). We have dietary experts that monitor the posts and provide some great ideas and direction.

 

How long does it take to complete P90X3?

P90X3 is a 90 day program, split into 3 Blocks. Blocks 1 & 2 each consist of 4 weeks, while Block 3 lasts 5 weeks.

Additionally, the Elite Block calendar, which is an optional block to be completed AFTER the initial 90 days, lasts 4 weeks.

The Elite Block includes 3 workouts not included within the P90X3 Base Kit. These workouts and calendar can be found within the P90X3 Deluxe and Ultimate Kits. In addition, they can also be purchased separately.

 

How long are the workouts for P90X3?

All P90X3 workouts are 30 minutes. The lone exception is the X3 Ab Ripper workout (15 minutes), included within the Deluxe Kit. Most workouts include a 2-3 minute cool down period.

 

What is included in P90X3?

 

P90X3 Base Kit Includes:

16 unique and brand new workouts on 8 DVDs

Plus, 5 Free Gifts

Fitness Guide

Nutrition Guide

90 Day Workout Calendar

How to Accelerate Intro DVD

24/7 Online Support

Network Exclusive P90X One on One: On One Leg DVD

Network Exclusive Premium P90X3 Hat ($24.95 value) - December Only!

Base Kit Pricing 

Retail $119.85 + S&H

Club $107.87

Coach $89.89 (90 PV)

 

P90X3 Deluxe Kit

Includes everything in the Base Kit PLUS:

3 Elite Extreme workouts on 1 DVD

Includes free Elite Block Calendar

1-Month E&E Tub

3 B-Lines Resistance Bands

Deluxe Kit Pricing

Retail $239.70 + S&H

Club $215.73

Coach $179.78 (180 PV)

 

P90X3 Ultimate Kit

Includes everything in the Base & Deluxe Kits PLUS:

1-Month R&R Tub

Gym-Quality P90X® Chin-Up Bar

P90X® Chin-Up Max

Premium Beachbody Jump Mat

Ultimate Kit Pricing

Retail $329.55 + S&H

Club $296.60

Coach $247.16 (247 PV)

 

P90X3 Challenge Pack

Includes:

P90X3 Base Kit

30-Day Supply of Shakeology HD

30-Day VIP Team Beachbody Club Membership

Retail Price: $205 (December Promotional Price: $180)

P90X3 FAQ's and Release Date

Here is the scoop on P90X3 for all of those who have been asking.

1. All workouts are 30 minutes long

2. The warm-up is 2 minutes and then constant work for the remaining 28 minutes

3. There is a separate warm-up disk called Cold Start if you need a longer warm-up due to environment, time of day, etc

4. P90X3 is a separate program from P90X and P90X2, not a harder version

5. Anyone can start on P90X3, even beginners

6. The nutrition plan goes back to nutrition basics of Power 90 and healthy eating

7. There are 16 workouts in the P90X3 base System

8. The Deluxe package has 4 extra routines for a total of 20

9. P90X3 will include a new Pilates based workout...

10. P90X3 will also include an all new Isometrics workout- A New Strength/Balance/Flexibility workout with Static Holds

11. And it will include CVX: Cardiovascular Extreme - a Cardio workout with weights

12. And P90X3 has MMX - a Mixed Martial Arts Extreme that expands the Kenpo workout

13. Includes Agility X- All new agility programming

14. And yes, Yoga is still part of the program, but it's only 30 mins

15. There are 4 schedules in X3- classic, lean, doubles, and bulk

16. 39 out of 40 people in the Test group lost 10% of their body fat %!!!!! (Whoa! How awesome is that?!)

17. If you've done P90X or P90X2, you'll see similar moves and all new stuff too

18. Equipment needed will include weights or bands (a pull-up bar is great like in P90X, but optional)

19. Every move in X3 has a Beginner/Modified, In between move, and Challenging/Hard

20. This program is based on science that suggests the first 30 minutes is the most effective part of any exercise routine, so we accelerate the workouts to create the most effective 30 minute routine

21. Ab Moves- Most of them are athletic in nature, some are standing up and many are front facing instead of being on your back

22. P90X3 will be available December 10, 2013

23. If you order from me, you will receive a free P90X3 hat and a bonus disc.

24. A P90X3 Challenge Pack will cost $180. That is P90X3 and our Super Healthy Meal Replacement-Shakeology, bundled together.

25. Order on December 10th at http://CoachHaywood.com

It feels perfect...not being perfect

There is a lot of bondage and self criticism that comes with working out and eating healthy-I know because I have been there. You can become obsessed and feel bad when you fall off the "being good" wagon. If you are like me I often live in extremes. I am an all in or all out kind of person. That is why I always struggled in these areas. I felt like if I ever cheated on my "diet" or missed a workout I was a failure, a bad person.  Ridiculous right? But I am afraid someone, a lot of someones out there deal with this too. That is why I have felt so much freedom the last few years in two things; 1. Following the 80/20 rule and 2. Changing my mindset on why I workout/Eat Healthy. I think this is why a lot of people quit a diet or workout plan-they are just too unrealistic and they cause too much pressure. It doesn't have to be all or nothing though and here is why-

The 80/20 Rule:

 I try to be "good" 80% of the time. This means eating clean and working out 3-5 days a week 80% of the time. I then cheat on my eating clean and miss working out about 20% of the time. I am sure someone out there won't struggle with this. Someone out there may be able to eat healthy and work out all of the time, no problem. But, I don't think that is the reality for most of us. If you go into it knowing you are going to miss a workout day and have that dessert once in a while then you don't look at it as "failing" you look at it as a way of life.  However, you still have to work at this. If you work in an office it can be really common to have temptations everywhere. One co-worker has a dish of candy on their desk, another brings in doughnuts for breakfast to share, and oh wait now it's your other co-workers birthday and there is cake for everyone! If you are sticking to the 80/20 rule you have to make decisions. So, if you already ate the doughnuts for breakfast then you might have to pass on the cake. Otherwise, you aren't being good 80% of the time. Another example-if you skipped working out on Thursday then come Friday you have to push through that laziness/lack of motivation and get your workout on! There is no way around it-people who want to look good and be healthy HAVE to work at it. But, you have to allow yourself to be human-for me that is following the 80/20 rule. It allows me to still enjoy things and have an off day but stick with it most of the time!I don't like the term diet. Eating healthy shouldn't be a quick fix-it should be a lifestyle change. If you make it a lifestyle change and allow cheat times you will have more success with it-same with exercise.

Changing My Mindset:

The first time I really remember thinking about what I ate/working out was in high school. That is when I realized I couldn't eat everything I wanted and I had a tiny cheerleading outfit I had to fit into. I think this is a pretty typical time to think about this. Looking around me everyone had poor eating habits and bad self esteem-that was normal! At that time I worked out for SURVIVAL-it was not fun. Over the past few years my mindset on nutrition/fitness really changed. I finally started publicly admitting that I liked working out (I love the endorphines flowing, the way it helped my anxiety, the stronger it made my body). I also started looking at food differently. I didn't like junk because I realized what it was and the way it made me feel. I no longer wanted to not eat junk because of the fear of it making me fat-I wanted to avoid junk because I didn't like what it did to my body! My thoughts focused from working out and eating well as a pressure that others put on me to working out and eating well because it truly improved MY well being. Working out and eating well made me feel better and in turn makes me a better person in general.

My hope and prayer for anyone reading this is that you can find this freedom that I have found. Bondage to food and exercise can be super depressing. I hope that you find a love for working out and eating healthy because it makes you feel better not because it is one more thing to do and stress about. I hope that you feel perfect...not being perfect!

Love,

Megan

Autumn Calabrese 21 Day Fix-Who is Autumn Calabrese?

Autumn Calabrese 21 Day Fix

 

Who is Autumn Calabrese?

Autumn Calabrese is a celebrity fitness trainer and national-level bikini competitor. A rising star in the fitness community, she's made a name for herself by helping people lose weight and get fit through simple portion control and consistent exercise.

Autumn holds personal training certificates from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American Fitness Professionals & Associates (AFPA). Her supportive, motivating style has made her a highly sought-after expert among celebrities and the fitness industry.

Building on a foundation of good food choices and exercise habits, Autumn empowers her clients to reach their goals in a healthy, sustainable way. In addition to her celebrity clientele, Autumn is the fitness specialist for ModernMom.com. Her workouts have been featured in C magazine, LA Parent, The Palisadian-Post, and Daily Candy, and on TV shows like Home & Family. With a passionate, entrepreneurial spirit, Autumn is the perfect addition to the Beachbody family of trainers.

 

What is 21 Day Fix?

The 21 Day Fix program takes the guesswork out of weight loss. It's a unique portion-control system combined with easy-to-follow workouts that fit into anyone's busy schedule. Trainer Autumn Calabrese shares her passion for food and fitness as she shows you how to make simple choices that add up to life-changing results.

 



 

Want to be the first to know when 21 Day Fix is available?

Sign up for a free account here.  And send me a message letting me know that you are interested in the 21 Day Fix. The expected release date will be sometime in February.  Demand for this revolutionary system is expected to be sky-high, so sign up now!

 

 

 

Scott's P90X3 Results

P90X3 Testimonial lost 19 lbs in 90 days and got ripped! Check out his story to find out how 30 minutes a day can get you lean and shredded!

P90X3 is the new excuse buster extreme workout program that will get you RIPPED in 30 minutes a day. It's a brand new program from Tony Horton consisting of 16 P90X-style workouts that will once again get you in the best shape of your life in 90 days.

Data shows that most of the benefits from any workout occur within the first 30 minutes. After that, unless you're an elite athlete, it's all diminishing returns. The MUSCLE ACCELERATION SYSTEM in P90X3 is designed to maximize your results in those 30 minutes by utilizing a new periodization structure that will give you P90X-quality results after 90 days by working out half the time.

 

P90X3 will be released on December 10th, 2013.  Sign up for a free account here, to be notified when it releases.   Also, receive a free bonus workout and a P90X3 hat with your order.

P90x3 is coming

P90X3 is coming soon

When you just thought it couldn't get any better!

Tony Horton comes out with the latest extreme home workout P90X3!

Do you have 30 minutes a day to get in the best shape of your life? Want to feel better? With the research and science behind all Beachbody programs you are guaranteed to get the highest quality workout program available today along with all the tools to achieve your goals including supplements like Shakeology, the healthiest meal of the day as well as coaching from people who are just like you and decided to take their fitness into their own hands and now share that experience with you. P90X3 will be a very detailed program specifically designed to achieve maximum results and it's only 30 minutes a day.

Who is P90X3 For?

P90X†set the bar for at home workouts, and P90X3 is going to raise that bar to astronomical proportions. P90X3 is for everyone that wants to get in the best shape of their lives, and is tired of working out the same way they always have. P90X3 is designed to change the way you workout at home. That is the bottom line. Watch the official P90X teaser video below. Warning: The video will get you PUMPED and excited for P90X3 and you will start counting down the days until its release.

How Can I Buy P90X3?

P90X3 will be available first through Beachbody Coaches like me. If you want to be the first person to get your hands on the P90X3 workout, and see the incredible P90X3 results, schedule, and more before anyone else, make sure to sign up for your FREE Beachbody account.

P90X-3 Coming Soon

P90x-3 is on its way. It will be out in December 10, 2013.  It is a 90 day program that consists of 20 different workouts that are all around 30 minutes long.  If you are a P90x lover then you will love this workout.  The test group members are seeing great results.  99% of the people in the test group have lost at least 10% body fat.  If you want to stay updated on the actual release date, and get freebies (All orders through coaches get an X3 hat & bonus workout) that you can only get when you order through a Team Beachbody Coach then  Click here and sign up for the free account to make me your coach.  I would love to have you on my team.  It is also rumored that it will be on sale in December and the price will increase after that.  I for one cannot wait.....Bring It Tony!

Tips for Running with a Jogging Stroller

Four tips to make Running with a Jogging Stroller more enjoyable:

1. Find the right stroller to fit your needs.

There are many different jogging strollers out there to choose from.  Make sure to do your research and find one with the options that will suit you and your spouse (if you both will be using it).  Megan and I ultimately choose to go with the Joovy Zoom 360.  It is a great jogging stroller that fit our needs.  We also were heavily leaning towards the BOB Revolution.  After reading many online reviews and comparisons in the 2 models we decided to go with the cheaper Joovy.  Based on the reviews the BOB seemed like it was smoother and overall easier to push. But the Joovy was nearly $100 cheaper and, according to the reviews, has a taller handle.  Me being 6'5"-6'6" I figured the taller handle would come in handy. (get it?)  Also, the water bottle holder and rain guards all came included in the price of the Joovy and they were all add-on items with the BOB.

2. Ease Into It

Make sure to ease into running with a jogging stroller.  It is definitely an adjustment.  For me, it was very difficult to run with just one arm.  I keep one hand on the stroller at all times so I only get my normal arm swing in with one arm.  It felt weird at first.  I switch up which hand I swing and which one keeps ahold on the stroller during the runs.  Some people like to use a push-catch up method which I have tried and didn't like.  You basically push the stroller ahead of you and run normally until you catch up to it and then repeat.  I just didn't like this method.  I wasn't scared of losing control of the stroller or anything because it contains a wrist leash that will not let the stroller get too far out of your reach, I just didn't like this way or doing it.  It felt like more work.

Consider also that you are not going to be used to pushing a 50+lbs. (depending on your baby's weight and all the gear you bring) stroller while running.  Start slow and maybe only do a mile or 2 the first couple times.  Remember, your child has to adjust to the stroller and the feeling of running too.

3. Bring Stuff

Depending on the age of your child, the length of your run, etc... You should plan accordingly.  Always being the essentials like an extra bottle, diaper, wipes etc... But it is also a good idea to bring along some toys to keep your child occupied.  Depending on the length of our run, we usually bring along some kind of distraction.  We typically start out by not giving baby anything.  Later on, if she shows signs of fussiness, we will break out toys or a bottle.  We have a strap that we can attach to the stroller and the bottle that will keep the bottle, sippy cup, or toy attached in case she decides to throw it or drops it.

4. Have Fun

Running with a jogging stroller throws a whole bunch of new factors into the mix on your run.  It is no longer just you and the elements or you and the dog against the elements.  You now have a small human involved as well as moving parts, food, extra weight you struggle to push up hills etc...  Things are going to happen to throw off your running routine.  Flat tires, crank babies, banging your shins into the wheels.  Just remember to take it in stride and enjoy the run.  And if you are like me and you track your pace with a GPS watch religiously...know that running with a jogging stroller will definitely negatively affect your times.



 

Please share with all of your runner friends who are parents.  And make sure to leave your tips for running with a jogging stroller in the comments section below.  Let me know how it goes.  We will see you out there.

Dance Party Workout Sale

Dance Party Workout Bundle!!

Hip Hop Abs and Rockin' Body from Shaun T. the creator of Insanity along with Shakeology.

There's no way to have this much fun and lose weight is there?

Oh yes there is. For the month of September get this great combination of 2 fun workouts

that will help you get healthy.

These programs are not of the intensity of more extreme programs like Insanity,

Focus T25 or Insanity: the Asylum but they are just as effective.

Whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned fitness fanatic you can benefit from

these 2 programs along with your dense daily dose of superfood nutrition, Shakeology!

Your Hip Hop Abs program includes:

4 Amazing Routines:

Secrets to Flat Abs

TILT, TUCK & TIGHTEN your way to gorgeous, sexy abs with Shaun's exclusive training technique. (13 minutes)

Fat Burning Cardio

Groove to upbeat party music and learn the fun, easy dance steps that shed calories and burn fat. (30 minutes)

Ab Sculpt

Use these signature next-level ab moves to carve out your ultimate six-pack. (25 minutes)

Total Body Burn

Say goodbye to love handles, saddlebags, and jiggly arms as you sculpt your body from head to toe. (45 minutes)

Tools to Maximize Your Results:

Step-by-Step Nutrition Guide

Choose the right foods to help you lose weight faster!

30-Day Workout Calendar

Freestyle your Hip Hop Abs workouts, or follow this schedule designed to give you jaw-dropping abs and tone your entire body FAST!

24/7 Online Support

Chat live with Shaun and access an amazing online community looking to help you succeed.

Fantastic Bonuses:

Hips, Buns, and Thighs

Lift and firm those stubborn problem areas. No more boring squats and lunges—get back into your skinny jeans FAST. (25 minutes)

Results on the Run Diet Guide

Using this quick guide, you can continue to eat at your favorite fast food restaurants, guilt free.

6-Day SlimDown Plan

Lose up to 6 pounds in your first week!

Measurement Card and Tape Measure

Track the progress you're making to see your best results.

Plus, Learn to Dance with Shaun T—3 More Fun-Filled Routines:

Take It to the Dance Floor

Hip Hop Groove

Last Minute Dance

And Get 2 More Workouts:

Last Minute Abs

Last Minute Buns

Coach Exclusive bonus workout:

Order this Challenge Pack on TeamBeachbody.com and you'll receive the exclusive 20-minute workout DVD, Hip Hop Abs EXTREME. A $19.95 value—FREE!

Your Rockin' Body program includes:

5 Rockin' Workouts to Get a Rockin' Body!

Mark, Move & Groove 

Shaun will have you dancing and sweating with his breakthrough Mark It and Move It technique. (15 minutes)

Disco Groove

Hit the dance floor and shake your groove thing in this off-the-hook workout guaranteed to burn some serious calories. (35 minutes)

Party Express

Give Shaun 25 minutes and he guarantees a workout—without sacrificing results! (25 minutes)

Shaun T's Dance Party

It's a calorie-burning dance party in your living room. (45 minutes)

Rock It Out

This rock-and-roll strength routine will shape, sculpt, and tone your new lean body from head to toe while it sends your metabolism soaring. (45 minutes)

Easy-to-Use Tools for Even Faster Results:

My Quickstart Guide

Just follow this simple workout calendar and you'll be on your way to your very own Rockin' Body.

Never "Diet" Again Guide

This easy-to-follow plan shows you how to eat simply and healthy and is filled with Shaun's favorite meals and recipes

24/7 Online Support

Chat live with Shaun and get to know an amazing online community that will help you succeed.

Plus 4 FREE Gifts to Keep Just for Trying Rockin' Body:

Hard-Core Abs

With this quick ab blast you're on your way to the rock-hard six-pack of your dreams. (10 minutes)

Booty Time

Get ready for crazy moves to lift your buns, slim your hips, and tighten your abs. (30 minutes)

3-Day SlimDown

See visible results in just 3 days—GUARANTEED.

Party Guide

Learn what to eat and drink at any party without breaking the calorie bank.

Your Hip Hop Abs + Rockin' Body Dance Challenge Pack also includes:

A 30-Day Supply of Shakeology—The Healthiest Meal of the Day.*

Simplify your nutrition with this convenient and delicious daily superfood protein shake that helps give you energy for your workouts, reduces junk-food cravings and may help you reach your fitness goals faster. A nutrient-dense combination of antioxidants, phytonutrients, adaptogens, and many other rare ingredients gives your body superfoods you can't get from a normal diet. 100% vegan option now available.^‡

FREE 30-Day Trial Membership in the Team Beachbody Club**†

When you're part of the Team Beachbody community, you have all the tools, support, and accountability you need to commit to a healthy lifestyle, including:

10% discount on all purchases

Meal plans personalized for your goals

VIP access to your favorite trainers and Beachbody® experts, including live chats, exclusive videos, nutrition tips, and delicious recipes

Your own personal Coach for guidance and support

Access to SuperGym®, where you can win cash or prizes just for logging your workouts every day

Message boards and chat rooms to help you find new friends and workout partners, and get advice and support from the entire community

Your 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

We're so sure you'll love this Challenge Pack, we're giving you our 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied, simply call Customer Service to return it within 30 days for a refund of the purchase price (less any s&h).

Workout Only 25 Minutes a Day 5 Days a Week and get Results

Beachbody has just released a new workout program from Mr. Shaun T the creator of Insanity. It involves 25 minute workouts 5 days a week, and is called Focus T25.  In recent findings studies have shown that " the goal is simply to get 150 minutes of exercise per week" and the debate is whether or not to break that up over the week or just do one or two long sessions per week.  My thinking is that it would be easier to divide the 150 minutes over the week and do shorter more intense workouts 5-6 days a week.  Other health benefits have been linked to shorter high intensity workouts.  To quote this article from the NY Times.  "Other recent studies have shown that 16 to 30 minutes per week (depending on the study) of highly intense exercise also improves certain markers of health, with volunteers developing improved blood pressure and blood sugar levels after several weeks of these truncated workouts."  For this reason I am really looking forward to Focus T25.  As previously mentioned it is only 25 minutes a day and 5 days a week which is an easy schedule for me to follow.  In addition it looks to be a pretty intense program.

If you would like to get your hands on this workout and have my coaching help to get through it click  one of the links below.

T25 Challenge Pack: http://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPT25205?referringRepId=158801

T25 Workout only: http://teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/T25Base?referringRepId=158801