Some of the Mamavation applicants are participating in Pete Cohen’s 28-Day Weight Loss Challenge. Pete is completely genuine and has been working with us day and night to motivate us on our fitness journey. He literally stays up into the wee hours of the morning to chat with all of us! He has a great relaxation mp3 and recipes in the resources section of the program, and y’all know I’m a sucker for a good recipe!
You can check out some of the free resources at Weight Loss Guru–including a free trial of the program we are going through right now! If you decide to take part in the program, be sure to use the code MAMAVATION to get the discounted rate of $59.95. {You know I had to include a coupon, right?!}
Here are some tips from Pete that have really struck a cord with me during the first part of the program:
- Give your body what it needs and not what it thinks it wants.
You’ve probably heard me mention this one a lot, because it’s my favorite! {Check out my story about lunch in the hospital cafeteria if you haven’t already.} I have always loved fruits and vegetables. That’s what my mom fixed growing up, and there’s nothing better than fresh garden veggies. So the nutrition plan Dr. Renna put together for me was not too terribly shocking as far as the actual foods. But, I have had to focus on portion sizes and eating small amounts throughout the day. And believe me, she has me eating all throughout the day. 
I also love some notsohealthy foods in addition to my veggies. Like chocolate, for example. I would have some sort of chocolate pretty much every day before I started Mamavation. And then I went cold turkey except for my free meal once a week where I have a little something sweet. I have also cut out some cheese, sauce, butter, and just a lot of the “extras” that I was piling on top of my nice veggies. I’m amazed at how much I don’t miss them and how much easier it is to plan/fix meals! I crave cucumbers now instead of chocolate chips. Literally!
- Positive people stand out as being different. Being different can be a little bit uncomfortable at first, but you have to stop battling yourself if you want to succeed!
As I get older and more confident in who I am, I get more comfortable with standing out, but I generally like to go with the crowd. It’s so easy to complain about whatever situation we may be in. Having to stay late after class, being stuck in traffic, something we don’t like about our family, whatever. But positive people draw people in. You want to be around them because they’re different! How great would it be to be that person? {And I LOVED how Pete said he’s not talking about bouncing-off-the-walls positive but just being good to yourself and those around you.}
- Most people don’t overeat when they’re feeling relaxed.
Huh! Never thought about it like that. If you’re not worrying about where you’re supposed to be in 5 minutes or what your toddler is getting into or stressed about losing weight RIGHT NOW, you’re more likely to eat slowly and enjoy it more.
- Tell yourself 21 times, “I can! I will succeed!”
Our words definitely effect how we feel. I kept a journal for a little while in college. Every time I said something negative about myself, whether in my head or out loud, I wrote down 3 positive things about myself in the journal. It actually did not take very long for that lesson to start clicking! Of course, a refresher course never hurts, so QUICK! Tell yourself you can do this!
- When you mess up, learn from it!
If you don’t learn something from your mistakes, then what was the point of going through them? You may as well get something out of it.
- Focus on your destination!
It’s so easy to lose sight of why you are working so hard at something. I made a list of things I’m looking forward to at the end of this challenge, and I sent it to my Fit Friend, Andrea at Mommy Snacks, so she can remind me. Someone told me when I first became a Mamavation Mom to always remember how thankful I was for the opportunity when they announced me as one of the final 2, and that would make me keep working at it. Why do I want to do this? Do I have good reasons? Are they worth working toward? YES!
So do you know what you want? How are you going to get it? How will you know you achieved your goal? I can’t wait to see you there!
Thank you to my wonderful sponsors: Earth Footwear, EA SPORTS Active, Smooth Fitness, and Gaiam. And thank you to my coaching team: Tracey Mallett, Pete Cohen, Dr. Renna, and my Fit Friend Andrea at Mommy Snacks! You can find out more about my journey at Frugal Femina.
Yes, I think Pete is fantastic. He teaches you guys a bunch of things that took me 4 years to learn. We communicate them in different ways, but the principles are the same.
And he is so dedicated to the Mamavation campaign. And as you succeed, he feels rewarded…and so do I.
I was just talking with my coworker about this last week at Outback steak house. Don’t know how we got on the topic really, they brought it up. I do remember eating a excellent chicken salad with cranberries on it. I digress…
How on Earth am I gonna do this?
My brother and I had been just discussing this very topic, he is normally trying to prove me incorrect. Your own view on this is perfect and exactly how I truly feel. I just now e-mailed my brother this page to show him your perspective. Right after overlooking your blog site I bookmarked and will be returning to read your updates!
My partner and I enjoyed reading this post, I was just wondering do you ever trade featured articles or blog posts? I am continuously in need of someone to make trades with and just thought I’d ask.
I’ve seen progression in every post. Your newer posts are simply wonderful compared to your posts in the past. Keep up the good work!
This is a really good blog. Thanks for the info.
I was just analyzing your post it is extremely well written, What i’m searching through the internet trying to find out exactly how to start this blog site thing and your blog happens to be really impressive.
Is it fine if I steal this post on my website?
I’m wondering now if we can talk about your sites statistics – search volume, etc, I’m trying to sites I can buy adspace through – let me know if we can talk about pricing and whatnot. Cheers mate you’re doing a great job though.
Its like you read my mind! You seem to know so much about this, like you wrote the book in it or something. I think that you could do with some pics to drive the message home a bit, but other than that, this is great blog. A great read. Ill definitely be back.
I like your post. I have a random question, sorry to be off topic, but I was wondering how do you write to get your site found on Google like I found yours?
Great stuff from you, man. Ive read your stuff before and youre just too awesome. I love what youve got here, love what youre saying and the way you say it. You make it entertaining and you still manage to keep it smart. I cant wait to read more from you. This is really a great blog.
While executing a search for the phrases which can be on this webpage I stumbled on this page. I just say I appreciate the fantastic specifics.
I used to be very pleased to find this page.I want to to thank you for this brilliant read!! I definitely enjoying every little bit of it and that i maybe you’ve bookmarked to look at new belongings you post.
If you’re still undecided: grab your preferred earphones, head right down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them in to a Zune then an iPod and discover what type sounds preferable to you, and which interface makes you smile more. You’ll know and that is best for your family.
Zune and iPod: Many people compare the Zune to touch, but after looking at how slim and surprisingly small and light it can be, I consider it to become a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both Touch along with the Nano. It is quite colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels a reasonable amount smaller and lighter. They weigh about 2/3 the maximum amount of, and is particularly noticeably smaller in width and height, while being a hair thicker.
Every time I visit this great site there’s something totally new and improved for me to study on. Haha I’ve experienced your source code many times to know how you’re doing things to put them on my site. Thanks! I could teach you about solutions to generate income.
If at first you don’t succeed, find out if the loser gets anything.
I agree with all your thoughts here and i also love your blog! I’ve bookmarked it in order that I am able to go back & read more down the road.
Merely wished to say I seriously admire your work on this blog and the quality posts you make. These type of blog post are what keeps me going through the day. I found this post right after a good close friend of mine mentioned it to me. I do some blogging and site-building myself and I am always pleased to check out others adding quality information towards online community. I will definitely be following and also have bookmarked your web site to my personal myspace account for others to see.
I had been questioning occasion you ever considered altering design on the website? Its really correctly created; I enjoy what youve obtained to mention. But possibly you may small additional with respect to content so males could connect with it greater. Youve obtained a really total wide range of text for less than getting a single or two images. Maybe you’ll be able to area against each other greater?
Thanks so much for this! I haven’t been this moved by a blog post for a long time! You have got it, whatever that means in blogging. Well, Youre definitely someone that has something to say that people should hear. Keep up the wonderful work. Keep on inspiring the people!
A little government and a little luck are necessary in life, but only a fool trusts either of them.
I would like to thnkx for the efforts you have put in writing this article. I am hoping the same high-grade work from you in the upcoming as well. In fact your creative writing skill has inspired me to start my own blog now. Truly the blogging is spreading its wings quickly. Your write up is a fine example of it.
I am always looking for someone to alternative articles together with, I’m a undergraduate and also have a weblog appropriate here on our university web. The subject of this blog and writting style would likely go outstanding in a few of my category’s, inform me in case you’re up for this.
Just want to say your article is striking. The clearness in your post is simply spectacular and i can take for granted you are an expert on this field. Well with your permission allow me to grab your rss feed to keep up to date with forthcoming post. Thanks a million and please keep up the effective work. ???????????? ??????????? ??????
It’s fresh to see a real debate online and not all just concurring with the author for a change.
Oh boy! It’s like you understand my mind! You seem to know so much about this, just like you wrote the book in it or something. I think that you can do with some pics to drive the message home a bit, besides that, this is informative blog. A wonderful read. I’ll definitely be back.
Oh my goodness! It is like you understand my mind! You seem to know so much about this, just like you wrote the book in it or something. I think that you could do with some images to drive the message home a bit, besides that, this is helpful blog post. A great read. I’ll definitely return again.
Is it okay to insert a portion of this in my web site if perhaps I post a reference point to this web-site?
I was questioning if you would like to be a visitor poster on my web site? and in exchange you may embody a link your put up? Please reply whenever you get an opportunity and I’ll ship you my contact particulars – thanks. Anyway, in my language, there usually are not much good supply like this.
I used to be searching for crucial information on this subject. The knowledge was necessary as I am about to launch my own portal. Thanks for providing a lacking link in my business. Anyway, in my language, there are usually not much good source like this.
Wonderful learn, I simply passed this onto a colleague who was doing some research on that. And he really bought me lunch because I found it for him smile So let me rephrase that: Thanks for lunch! Anyway, in my language, there are not much good supply like this.
I’ve been reading a few posts and genuinely and enjoy your writing. I’m just starting up my own blog and only hope that I can write as well and give the reader so significantly insight.
Totally digg your website thanks a lot for the info
Excellent article, best regards from me.
Hello.This post was really motivating, especially since I was browsing for thoughts on this matter last Thursday.
I have got one recommendation for your blog site. It appears like there are a number of cascading stylesheet issues when launching a selection of webpages within google chrome as well as safari. It is functioning fine in internet explorer. Probably you can double check that.
I have no words to appreciate this.
Uncertain My partner and i totaly trust an individual regarding @FrugalFemina’s Mamavation Post: Pete Cohen’s Healthy Tips and 28-Day Weight Loss Challenge — Mamavation but then again people have thier own thoughts and opinions and occasionally it doesn’t agree, 1 site you should have a look at although is this 1.
Wow! Thank you! I constantly needed to write on my site something like that. Can I take a part of your post to my website? Premium WordPress Theme