Have you ever had that feeling that you were missing
something from life, but couldn't pinpoint it? Like there was a void that
couldn't be filled? Like you were meant to do something really great, but were
completely at a loss of what that was?
This was me.
Don’t get me wrong, I love my life. I have wonderful people
who surround me daily, I have a job that is supportive, flexible, and has one
heck of a great mission. However, I didn't feel on fire…and I was craving the
heat.
The Background:
I've mentioned before that I followed the Tone It Up nutrition plan for the past couple years. I don't follow it to a TEE, but I do keep their ideas and practices in mind as much as possible. I am not sure why I haven't been more public with this (unless you follow my Instagram), because it has opened my eyes to a whole new world and has really presented itself to be a bigger part of my life than I ever thought it would be. I probably didn't share because I was afraid of being "annoying" on Facebook or something. I care too much about what others think sometimes.
Over the past several weeks I've really been stirring myself up: changing my perspective on life, my sense of identity, my vision and what I am really after and meant to do while here in this life. I'm becoming more self-aware and confident in all aspects of my life-as I am starting to believe myself when I say "I CAN DO THIS. I CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN!". I'm realizing that my experiences and motivation can actually have some influence, and I want to share so that I can hopefully help others!
So I am sure you might be thinking " Tone It Up is just another diet plan, why the heck is she so excited?" Here is the thing that sets Tone It Up apart from other "plans": there is a HUGE community of women out there on social media supporting each other through every healthy meal and work-out "check-in". This accountability is why I have had success and why I love it so much. It is hard to post a burger or huge plate of pasta, but it is pretty exciting to post about my colorful salad! Don't worry--I eat burgers and pasta on occasion! The accountability is KEY to long-term success. You can see my journey on Instagram @BrightEyedandBushyKaled
(All photos from my Instagram)
Since adopting the lifestyle I have maintained a 5 lb weight loss and seen some definition. I have a ways to go...this is me not being SUPER dedicated. What I have realized through posting my journey on Instagram and recently Facebook, is that people find me motivating. Me? Motivating?! Wow, and thank you :)
Where I am now:
About a month ago, right after the wedding, I was scrolling
through Instagram and saw a post about an opportunity that I had ignored…a LOT.
This time, I felt it in my gut that I really needed to ask questions and find
out more about this opportunity. I have only felt that strong gut feeling two
other times in my life: once when I called off a wedding and once when I met
Dave. What
I found was something that combined my passions for health and fitness with a
business opportunity. Something that I could mold and make my own and release
that entrepreneur that I knew I had in me. That opportunity was becoming a Team Beachbody “Coach”.
So what is this “Team Beachbody”? They are the company
behind the successful home fitness programs like 21 Day Fix, P90X, T25 and
Insanity. The mission of Beachbody is to
promote healthy and more fulfilling lives. Whoa. So you are telling me that with
this opportunity I could do what I was already doing by promoting a healthy
lifestyle, motivate amazing women, be motivated by amazing women, and possibly
make some extra cash on the side?! SIGN ME UP! I felt the FIRE I was
craving! I felt like I was meant for this. I am SUPPOSED to do this! I just
never knew where to turn!
So what does this mean for you: my family, my friends, and
my friends I have yet to meet? It means that my new adventure is not to “sell”
you products, but to help you live a healthy and fulfilling life. That can mean
losing weight or just gaining confidence. I will be running private, FUN Challenge
Groups through Facebook where you will be connected with other like-minded women
who are also doing a program looking for accountability and wanting to make a
change. I am there every step of the way to keep you motivated and encouraged. Because
you CAN feel confident!
I am literally bursting at the seams with excitement. Let’s
chat if you are interested in seeing some REAL RESULTS! I would love to chat
with you about your goals! brittanylerbakken@gmail.com
Cheers to love and a healthy life!
Xoxo,
Britt
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