Back in the Saddle!

Flashback almost 2 years ago when I began my healthy living journey! I started the end of May 2013.

Ending weight: 146.8lb 135lbs 132.6 129.4
Smallest part of waist: 29" 27.5" 27.5" 27" (total of 2")

Belly button: 36.5" 35" 34" 32.75" (total of 3.75")

2" below belly button: 37.5" 36" 35.5" 34.75" (total of 2.75")

Thigh: 25" 24" 23.5" 23" (total of 4")

Butt: 41" 39.5" 39" 38.5" (total of 2.5")

Chest: 34" 33" 33" 32.5 (total of 1.5")

Total weight loss to date: 17.4"

Total inches lost to date: 16"

My results were something to be proud of and I kept the weight off for over a year. Then I got comfortable and allowed little by little the bad food to creep back into my life. I began to forget what it felt like to be healthy, to have the crazy energy that I felt in 2013. I allowed the the little cheats here and there to turn into days of eating everything and anything that came into sight. I didn't feel good. I have learned over the last year to embrace who I am and to not be critical of the way I looked and I still live by the philosophy. But...I got tired of not feeling good. I got tired of my joints hurting, my neck feeling like a jumbled neck. I was tired of not having energy to play with my kids. I was just plain out TIRED!

So, we're back and better than ever because I have now seen first hand both sides of what eating healthy can do for you! So join my on my re-birth of health! This time around I am incorporating running, lifting, yoga, and quite possibly pole fitness! You'll never know what decides to pop up on these posts but I look forward to having you join me back on my journey TO HEALTH!

Weight: 146.8lb 142
Smallest part of waist: 29" 28"

Belly button: 36.5" 35

2" below belly button: 37.5" 36.25" 

Thigh: 25" 24.5"

Butt: 41" 41"

Chest: 34"36

January Detox Results - Don't miss this!

Wow, just tallied up the results from our January 28 Day Detox program! We lost a total of 158lbs and over 23"!! Our biggest male winner lost 30lbs...Yes that's 30lbs in 28 days!! And the female winner wasn't that far behind with 19lbs lost in just 28 days! Our biggest winner for the most inches lost was a female who lost 5.75". What's incredible about these results is the individual that lost the most inches lost the least amount of weight!

I'm amazed every time by the results and so blessed to be a part of other's journeys as they become healthier and happier! This program is truly changing lives and I LOVE that I get to be a part of others' journeys to good health!

Don't sell yourself short, you deserve this! It's not all about the numbers, it's about educating yourself and being aware of what you put in your body! 

Our next group is starting March 3rd. Who's in?! Who's ready to make the changes that you deserve?!

Detox group started today, feeling blessed!

First detox group of 2014 started today...with many more to follow! I am so blessed that Arbonne has come into my life and is allowing me to show people there are better alternatives out there. The food choices we make are tearing up our insides and it is important to be more conscious of what we put in our mouth...and on our skin for that matter. I am so blessed to have found a company who offers amazing products that are truly beneficial to each one of us! I thank each of my followers for the support thus far and look forward to sharing many more successes this coming year! Blessings to all of you!!

On a side note, this caught my attention today:

If you needed more reason to ditch these drinks...check out the amount of sugar in them! And remember, sugar leaves your body in an acidic state and leads to inflammation which leads to sickness and disease. And to all you 'diet' drinkers - artificial sweeteners are even WORSE! More to come on that.   :) For all of you having headaches, if you normally drank any of these things, that's why!

Ready to get back on track?

T'was the week after Christmas, and all through the house….
Everyone was BLOATED, including the spouse!
Sweet tooth hang-overs, and a big aching tummy….
Not surprising to hear after eating those yummies!
Alas you have knowledge of the ARBONNE way
To make you feel better in just a few days!
Your favorite products so easy to make,
Why eat more junk, instead have a shake!
Tea, Fizzies and protein - two clean meals a day
Stuff's on SALE RIGHT NOW so there will be less to pay!
All programs begin in JANUARY
Call your Arbonne gal; she's jolly and merry
Together we'll get you back to feeling like YOU
And your skinny jeans will fit WAAAY better too!!!


It's time to treat yourself right! I'm offering the full detox package for 50% off through December 31st at 5pm MST. This is a deal you do not want to pass up!

The successes keep coming! 12lbs lost in one month!

It's days like today that I'm so thankful that Arbonne has come into my life! I see daily how real people are seeing real results with our detox program! The people are real, the results are real. I love changing lives one person at a time!

Meet Lady Ace! She is a beautiful mother who's ready to take back her health! She just completed the detox program this week and WOW, that's what I had to say when I saw her results!

BEFORE

AFTER

Total Weight lost: 12.1 lbs!
Total Inches lost: 6" in waist!
Jeans went from a size 12 to a size 8

Let me remind you that this is only 28 days! This program really targets your mid section as the fat cells around your liver shrink as the toxins are eliminated. Lady Ace is true proof that this is happening! This is only the beginning of her healthy journey and I love that I get to be a part of it!

**I only share pictures with permission. Lady Ace has asked to remain anonymous.

58 lbs and 13.5" LOST!

Detox Boot Camp Results!

My team just finished up our first "official" Detox Boot Camp. I've posted results a few successes that I've seen, here's some results in a group setting!

The boot camp participants (total of 6 people) collectively lost 58lbs and 23 inches in the waist & hips!!! That's crazy right?! Actually, that's just amazing!!

We gave away $100 Arbonne goody bag to the BIGGEST WINNERS in the most weight lost and the most inches lost. Our weight winner lost 13.5lbs and our inches winner lost 8.5"!! Can you believe it?!? Although the detox is more about becoming healthier on the inside, I love that we get to reward people by seeing the numbers drop! Some people don't lose any weight but see a crazy decrease in inches! Great proof of turning fat to muscle and gaining energy along the way!

One of the participants posted the following about her experience with the detox:
"My biggest victory by far was resisting so many yummy treats and food! I had about 5 birthdays this month we celebrated and went out to eat a lot and I had to hold strong a lot and be picky and ask for lots of modifications everywhere we went, but learned I could and be ok! I plan to keep up with the shakes often as they are yummy and convenient, and the no eating after 7 rule was really good for me. I learned a bunch of great new recipes for eating whole foods that we now love! I actually think that has been one of my new hobbies I discovered on the cleanse is to find and experiment with healthy whole food recipes that are fairly quick, easy and yummy! I like that nutrition is on my mind constantly now, the detox has made me way more aware of everything I eat and I have since picked up some great habits. I have always liked working out and running, but to line up my nutrition with my running goals have been epic for me and I am excited to try and blow my previous PR out the window at my next marathon at the beginning of Dec.! Thanks Steph and Arbonne!"

I LOVE what I do! The people are real, the results are real! What are you waiting for! We're going to be starting another boot camp soon with finale prizes and weekly prizes this go around! We'll give you a meal plan for the whole 28 days along with motivation and tips to help you sustain your new lifestyle. Email me if you're interested in joining, I would love to help you in your pure transformation!! stefanie.e.joseph@gmail.com

Ricks Family Results! You have to see!

Remember these guys? They took on the 28 day challenge head on and were ready to make the change! They committed themselves to 28 days of clean eating and supplemented with the Arbonne Fit Essentials. Let me just let the pictures speak for themselves!

Kathy

Michael

YES you read that correctly, a total of 39.5" and over 25lbs between the two of them in just 28 days! What do you notice the most about their transformation? I would love to hear your feedback and questions!

Again, this is all about weight loss, this is about treating your body to healthy choices and allowing it to process food the way our bodies are meant to process! Kathy had this to say about the program "I'm feeling so happy and healthy and feel that doing the Arbonne Essentials detox program for a month has helped form healthy habits. Look forward to my continued healthy weight loss."Mike said "I'm looking forward to continuing this course of work."

I am so proud of you for sticking to it! You guys did amazing and did it all on your own without any complaining...at least to me! This confirms yet again why I can stand behind these products. This is not a fad diet, this is real people making better choices!

90 Days of a healthier ME!

I have just passed my 90 day mark since I chose to become a healthier ME! I had no clue where this journey would take me when I started and I have gotten so much more out of this than the weight change. I truly believe I am the healthiest I have ever been inside and out. Sure I still have some pounds to lose, some toning to do, some muscle building to do, but I am extremely happy with the results thus far! It's not all about how I look on the outside anymore, it's also about what I feel on the inside. The detox truly cleaned me out of toxins I had no clue where trapped inside my body and has shown me that this cleaner way of eating is truly beneficial! Thanks to all who are following me on this journey; I truly hope that I have been an inspiration and I look forward to continuing to help others find their inner peace and shed a few pounds in the process!!

Ending weight: 146.8lb 135lbs 132.6 129.4
Smallest part of waist: 29" 27.5" 27.5" 27" (total of 2")

Belly button: 36.5" 35" 34" 32.75" (total of 3.75")

2" below belly button: 37.5" 36" 35.5" 34.75" (total of 2.75")

Thigh: 25" 24" 23.5" 23" (total of 4")

Butt: 41" 39.5" 39" 38.5" (total of 2.5")

Chest: 34" 33" 33" 32.5 (total of 1.5")

Total weight loss to date: 17.4"

Total inches lost to date: 16"

New Challengers - Ricks family

I'm pleased to introduce you to our next challengers, the Ricks family, Mike and Kathy! Both Mike and Kathy, have an 8 year old son, Lance.

Mike and Kathy are both active in a roller derby league and are part of the steampunk community here in Utah. They are excited for this detox/cleanse program to get their bodies reset and take their active lifestyles to the next level.

They're looking for more energy and less fat to take their derby skills to the next level!

They heard me talk about this program quite a few times and decided to commit themselves to the challenge. They are one week into it and are already showing AMAZING results! Kathy has also signed up as an Arbonne consultant because she sees the value that these products offer and is excited to promote feeling good from the inside as well as the outside. Welcome to the Arbonne family, Kathy!


Here's a recap of their Day 1 info. Please note that I have been given permission to publish all of the photos on my blog. These photos are of course not a requirement to participate in the 28 day fit program.

Kathy aka VixenKitten

Mike aka SirRinge

In just the first week, Kathy is down 6.3lbs and has lost about 7" overall, with 4 of those being just in her waist! Mike has lost 6.2lbs and 5.75" overall. Way to go guys; keep it up!

Wheat is my trigger!

Many of the common foods we eat have negative effects on our body and we chalk it up as "normal." We get used to the reactions that our body may have to these certain foods and learn to deal with it. Did you know that foods you eat can cause drainage, stuffy nose, allergies, bloating, gas?

During the 28 day cleanse, you eliminate the top allergen foods as you're cleaning out your system. After the 28 days, you begin reintroducing the foods back into your diet and you will realize what foods your body doesn't like. Since my detox, I have re-introduced the foods back into my diet. Most I don't have an issue with but I have learned that I am one of the estimated 50% of the population that has some sort of intolerance to gluten! The following pictures were taken one day from each other, both in the evening:

Hmmm...can you guess which day I ate wheat?? I assure you, the above pictures are in no way altered; this is for real. Will I eliminate wheat completely? Probably not, but I will definitely minimize how much I eat it and will remember this when I have that next hot date!!