My Rollercoaster

I've struggled my entire life to feel happy with my body. I have rollercoastered from gaining 20+ pounds my freshmen year, to adding an additional 30lbs from pregnancy, to dropping from a size 14 down to size 2 dress for my wedding in 2010. From there I got pregnant two more times with more gaining and losing weight. As a result of all of that, my self esteem constantly at an all time low and I felt miserable.

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The only time I felt happy was when I was at my thinnest and to be honest, I wasn't healthy. The things I was doing were probably more harmful than good and it the weight loss didn't last for very long. 

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One moment always sticks out to me-- I was in the dressing room, looking for a bathing suit for our family trip to Florida and literally wanting to cry. I didn't want anyone to see me and I just felt so depressed about the way I looked and felt. 

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Fast forward-- Insert Beachbody-- and I've STEPPED OFF that rollercoaster.

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In 2014, I finally found a plan that worked for me and my family. It was simple, easy to follow, and gave me complete directions on how to eat healthy and in the correct portions without breaking my budget or having to make separate meals just for me. I didn't have to count calories or worry about cutting out food groups. This was a real life, nutrition plan that changed my lifestyle for the better.

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As I started to exercise, I found it was therapeutic in that it helped me feel stronger and happier than I ever experienced before. It was relieving my stress and giving me something for ME. I could feel the changes starting to happen and I was only spending 30 minutes a day working out with little to no equipment. 

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Now that I have been through the trials of figuring this all out, I want to share it with others who suffer from the same things I went through. I'm not saying I'm perfectly happy or that its a magical cure, I'm a work in progress but I can say that I'm finally proud of who I am becoming. I feel healthy, strong and loving the long term results I'm building -- I want that for others.--

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My February group starts soon and I'm inviting you. If you have dealt with anything like I have, this is perfect for you. Shoot me a message and we can chat about the details. 

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**You cannot expect change from doing the same actions you've always done.**

Making Time for YOU February Challenge!!

I'm looking for 10 women who have 5-15lbs to lose.

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Do you want to feel more confident and comfortable in your own skin but lack time and need a plan that WORKS?

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I am looking for women who are serious about making a change in their eating, nutrition, and fitness. This group is catered towards busy women who need a solution at home with fellowship and support. 

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You will participate in a fitness program and follow a simple nutrition plan designed to help you make a lifestyle change that is manageable and most importantly maintainable. 

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**There will be absolutely no guess work.**

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I am shocked at how well this works for my current challengers. 

--->One lost 15lbs, another 11lbs, both busy women! <----

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I will be working right next to you everyday and together we will make our goals a reality! 

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For more information on joining me please email me at JaclynCrowellFitness@gmail.com

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These 10 spots will go quickly!! First come first serve!

Making Time for YOU

Now more than ever people are getting busier with everything they pile on their plate. I get it, I say "yes" to so many things when a simple "no" would make my life so much easier. The fact is that saying "yes" to doing something means saying "no" to something else. Its a give and take that can get dangerous if we let our priorities fall to the side.

One of those priorities that always seems to get pushed back is our health. Yes, even though you may be sitting here reading this healthy as a horse, your health is and always should be a top priority. I can't even tell you how much it kills me when someone says that they are healthy and don't need to worry about it yet. YET? YET? Your health should not be taken for granted.

As a culture we tend to have this reactive attitude when it comes to our health. The problem is that its so much harder to "cure" something once its already happened, whether its diabetes from weight gain, high cholesterol or a million other issues that comes from not making your health important. Many times you hear people wish they made better choices or listened to their doctor.

Its time to stop that cycle. We need to start being PROACTIVE about our health and strengthening our body and mind so we can endure everything this life has to throw at us.

When I finally realized this it was after my 3rd baby and I was feeling pretty awful about the way I looked and how I felt on the inside. I suffered from extremely low energy, took naps every afternoon, felt weak and lacked confidence in myself so much so that it changed the way I was around others.

That is when I was introduced to health and fitness accountability groups. I signed up with T25 and Shakeology because that was supposed to be help me even with a busy schedule like I had being a mom of three! I was pretty skeptical but gave it a try because I was desperate for a change. It wasn't 2 weeks into the group that I began to feel alive again. I started to feel stronger and healthier. I felt a rising confidence in myself because of the positive support coming from the accountability group and I loved it.

With joining that 30 day accountability group, I had to say "no" to somethings.  My workouts were under 30 minutes per day so I just woke up a little earlier but it really wasn't a big deal since the workouts boosted my energy so much throughout the day that I actually liked waking up early. It also meant I'd need to spend a little more time meal planning and prepping. Once I got the hang of it and learned a few tricks, it started to get faster and faster until it saved me so much time during the week that I didn't care how long it took on Sunday afternoon.

You see, even with my busy schedule I was able to get healthy because of the time efficient workouts and simple nutrition. I may have had to say "no" to somethings in the beginning but in the end, because I put myself and my health as a priority, everything got better. I am happier and more excited which directly improves the atmosphere of our household. Now, I have the energy now to run around and play with my kids and they love when we can play family soccer games together! I have never felt more strong and confident in my own skin than I do now. I am in the best shape of my entire life even after having three children and it was all from working out 5-6 times per week for 30 minutes a day, drinking Shakeology and eating clean.

So why am I telling you all of this... well because YOU can experience the same things I did when you join my Making Time for YOU Feb 15th Challenge Group. I took everything I have learned and piled it all into this group so I can help others who are looking for a way to get healthier and happier with themselves in a way that is sustainable and fits into their busy schedule. I will show you all of my tips and tricks to make meal planning and prepping easy and simple way without being boring! We will focus on creating heathy habits with a schedule to fit you needs that is maintainable. This group is all about YOU reaching your goals with my support and the accountability of a community of others on the very same journey as you.

Its time to be proactive about your health and make the time for you and your health!! I have 20 spots open currently on a first come, first serve basis!

To learn more about my Health and Fitness Accountability Groups CLICK HERE!

To talk with me about joining please fill out this simple FORM and I will be in contact shortly :)

Busy Life Tip #1

One thing I've learned is that eating clean is essential to reaching your goals. *There are no quick fixes.* You have to eat right and workout in order to lose weight, tone up, and especially put on muscle. Not to mention, it's much easier to maintain for the long term! 

Meal prep and planning can get time consuming but I'd discovered ways to shorten that time AND still feel like you aren't eating the same boring thing everyday!

^^ that's the kind of stuff I share in my health & fitness accountability groups ;) 

One of those was is by adding a dense nutrition shake in place of a meal. It takes 60 seconds to make and it's packed with the nutrition equivalent to 7 salads 😍

Complex, whole food nutrition in a convenient, easy, on-the-go yummy goodness shake for those who are too busy to focus on what to eat for every meal. 

#busymomsbestkeptsecret #nevertoobusytoeatwell #coffee #cafelatte

Turn Fitness into a Business

My entire health and fitness journey started when Owen was about 9 months old. At that point, I was losing a lot of weight from nursing but I wasn't happy with the way it all fell back into place. My body was completely different after having three kids in 4 1/2 years and I wasn't feeling good inside or out.
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I hated that I had no muscle tone. I hated that I had absolutely no energy and walking a... mile felt HARD. I was 26 years old and I felt 70. I felt lazy and completely out of shape, the worst of all, I wasn't comfortable in my own skin.
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It was time for a change. I needed a change.
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That is when my friend introduced me to T25, Shakeology and Coaching. At first I was skeptical about the whole coaching thing so I signed up only for the discount.
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It didn't take long until I fell in love with the support I received from the challenge group I was in. I can still remember those people and the sense of community that group had. It was perfect. The workouts were short and the mini assignments for the group kept me motivated and accountable.
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I was relieved I FINALLY found something I could do on my time with all my kids and never ever leave the house.
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In June of 2014, I was ready to show others how I improved my health and fitness. To be honest, I was pumped and really excited to help others because I KNEW this worked. Between the short workouts and Shakeology, I felt absolutely amazing and to have chocolate in the morning GUILT FREE was this mommas heaven!
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My little coaching business started to grow and I started making some extra money for my family. It was so nice to contribute even if it was just a little. We would buy groceries, pay a bill, eat out or even pay our car payment with the money I was bringing in with Beachbody.
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The best part of coaching is that it gave me a purpose. I was helping others with their goals while improving myself. There was nothing more I could have asked for in a job. Unconventional or not. This was a real job and one that was deeply rewarding.
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Fast forward to today- more than a year and a half later, I feel extremely grateful that my friend introduced me to Beachbody. I feel the best I've ever felt in my entire life and I am in more physically fit now, after three kids, than any other time in my life. I don't feel lazy or miserable. I feel strong and excited for tomorrow.
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My job is to help motivate, inspire and support people from the comfort of my own home when I am not needed by my children. I get to decide how much I work. I get to be the boss. My goals? To provide my family with financial freedom and be someone they can be proud of. To create a team of people around me who I love and want to work with. To be happy every single day.
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So now is where I turn this over to you. You know my story. You know where I started, where I am now and where I'm going. My team needs people who want to be the best they can be, who won't make excuses, who WANT this just like I do for themselves and their family, in the future or now. You don't have to be a nutritionist or a fitness expert. You need to like to help others and want to improve yourself.
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If that is you or you feel any curiosity about what I do for a living, consider joining me for a LIVE Facebook Event this Thursday. Link is below!

ox
Jaclyn

Live Event- January 21st @ 9pm est/ 8pm central

16 Simple Steps To Lose that Stubborn Fat!

Did you know there are some simple steps you can take to burn off those last 10 pounds or get started in your health and fitness journey?!


There are and I’m going to give you the inside scoop on 16 small changes in your everyday that will create big results in the end!



1. Swap SODA for unsweetened iced tea, preferably one you made at home, or WATER! Soda is loaded with artificial sugar which can cause weight gain, give you a sugar rush and then a crash PLUS all of that artificial crap makes you crave it so you won’t want to stop drinking it. That soda is doing you absolutely no good. Stop the cycle. Drink water or unsweetened ice tea- add a lemon and/or lime for flavor. 

2. Use olive or coconut oil instead of butter! It may take a little bit to you get used to but I promise that you will! Coconut oil is SO good for you and tastes great when you use it to cook veggies! Oh and another tip- Use light olive oil. Why not extra virgin? When cooking over high heat, extra virgin's lower smoke point can cause it to break down into dangerous byproducts. 

3. Sign up for an athletic competition to keep yourself motived! Nothing helps you more that setting a goal deadline that you make public! Why not try a 5K fun run or another type of event? Heck, you could even have a Ladies Night In where you all workout and eat dinner together. Set a specific DATE and TIME so you can push towards it! 

4. Choose healthier condiments! Mustard, hot sauce or salsa are a much better choice than ketchup, mayo or sour cream! The first three have fewer calories, more nutrients, and usually LESS SUGAR!

5. Plan an activity date! This may seem silly but it makes your relationship with your significant other or friend so much stronger when you play or workout together! Dates such as hiking, game of tennis, biking, taking a walk on the beach, working out are GREAT ways to get to know the other person and I can guarantee you will have fun together without even realizing how active you are being!

6. Eat SLOWLY!! Did you know that it takes the body 20 minutes to realize it is full?! That explains the overeating and how EASY it is to do!! Take your time and drink water while having your meal! It will save you from being uncomfortable later!


7. Choose walking instead of riding. When in a building, try taking the stairs for a flight or two. Park farther from the entrance at the store or walk to lunch instead of driving, if your close! When you are trying to lose weight, every extra step counts!

8. Try avocado in place of butter, mayo and cheese on your sandwich. It may sound weird but avocados are great replacements for those because it is creamy and full of flavor. Plus avocados are loaded with healthy monounsaturated fats and fiber which is more than we can say about those other choices!


9. Steer clear of WHITE refined carbs! Enriched pasta, rice, bread, flour are ALL DEAD substances! They have been changed to white and in the process it strips all the nutrients from them which is why companies turn around and “enrich” them. It’s pretty ridiculous and those vitamins and minerals that they are enriching them with don’t absorb the same way. In this area, stick to WHOLE GRAIN versions. Be sure to read the labels as well because companies have gotten tricky and only use 50% whole grain and 50% enriched. LOOK FOR IT!


10. Rotate your playlist to keep your workout fresh and exciting! You can do this with workouts or even running outside. Your body responds to the beat of the music. Set it up so the slower songs are first then kick into high gear! You will be surprised how much you respond to motivating music playing in your ear!


11. Reward yourself with clothing or fitness gear INSTEAD of food. When you hit a milestone or your goal don’t go looking for food to reward yourself with. Train your brain to stop treating food that way instead pick out something you really want, new yoga pants or something else in your budget. Then when you hit your goal, go BUY them! The satisfaction of buying those pants will last a lot longer than that chocolate chip cookie and you will remember your success every time you look at those pants!


12. Wear a pedometer or activate your smart phones “track my steps” function! It’s always interesting to see how far you have walked even if you are a stay at home mom! I swear I do laps around this house like you couldn’t believe!! Aim for 10,000 steps in one day which is approximately five miles!


13. SLEEP!! Yes, I said it. GET MORE SLEEP! Its shown that 7-8 hours helps muscles recover and makes overeating less likely! Getting enough sleep is such an important piece in your health and fitness. Everything works better when you get enough sleep!


14. Watching TV? Every time a commercial comes on, get on the floor and do 10 pushups, 10 crunches, and 10 squats. Repeat 3 times, only during the commercial breaks and then switch to stretching! It will help you burn some extra calories, keep your brain active AND spend less time just sitting, which is bad for you in long stretches of time! It’s crazy how much time we spend watching TV. Why not put some of that time to use?!

15. DRINK MORE WATER! On a daily basis you should be drinking half of your body weight in ounces of water each day. So if you weigh 160 pounds, you should be drinking 80 ounces. Water is our life source. WE NEED WATER! It helps our organs function properly, flushes out toxins, clears up our skin, helps us feel better, and helps stop overeating. If you are hungry and you just ate, try drinking 10oz of water. You will be amazed how your body confuses being thirsty with being hungry. 

16. Dedicate 75% of your plate to VEGGIES!!! The remainder of your plate should be whole grains and lean proteins. It will help you feel more full and will provide your body with necessary vitamins and minerals.


I hope this will help you make a few small changes in your everyday life that will help you shred the rest of that weight or help you feel healthier! There is no better time to start than now!




***Looking for more support and guidance? Check out my Health and Fitness Challenge Groups HERE, it may be just what you need!

STOP!! Hear me out for a second!

So, one of the main goals that most people have in the new year is to get healthier right? I think that its pretty safe to say that most people are looking around for gyms to join right now but let me tell you why I'M NOT.

1. I don't want to waste my time or money commuting! You may not realize it but driving even 10 minutes to and from the gym adds up! Say you go 4 times a week that's an HOUR AND 20 MINUTES wasted every week! That's OVER FIVE HOURS a month!! AHHH!! 

2. I have no clue what to do once I get there. Once I walk through the doors, I wonder around not knowing what to do, hop on the DREADMILL for 30 minutes, do a few weight machines.  By then I'm bored, I've been there for over an hour and I'm ready to go. Rarely was I sore or feeling like I did my best. 

3. No Support. Gyms don't have much support unless you want to pay for a personal trainer. That can get expensive and most only support you during your time with them at the gym. 

To me that doesn't sound like a recipe for success. 

Here is what I have to offer you instead--

*NO COMMUTING! No wasted time!

*30 minute workouts from top of the line professional trainers- no fuss, no wondering if it works. Short but extremely effective! (NO treadmill or tons of equipment!)

*Access to nutrition plans that are designed for your goals by nutritionists! 

*24/7 support from me, your coach, including a secret online group, 1:1 calls, messaging and/or texting whenever YOU need. 

*Chance to win prizes for your participation and results. 

*Own the workouts FOREVER! No need to rebuy new ones if you don't want!  

Interested in getting healthier and happier for the New Year in just 35 MINUTES per day?! Message me. I have only 10 spots left in my January Challenge Group!