Mamavation | Healthy Living | Lifestyle | Weight Loss | Fitness Program for Moms
What are all you beautiful crazies going to do without your Mamavation TV this week? Well world, be on alert… the Mamavation ladies are running loose this Monday night. Mamavation families, have a wonderful time celebrating Halloween or whatever it is you choose to do. Be safe and make good choices with candy and treats facing you everywhere.
Post on the Blogging Carnival here and support one another.
We will be back next week with an awesome guest and a sweet sponsor.
November is National Diabetes Awareness month. Yes, the same month we stuff our bellies with turkey, mashed potatoes and stuffing. I think it’s fitting to remind us BEFORE the holidays get started how important it is to be aware of Type 2 Diabetes and how everyone is affected by it in some way or another. Type 2 Diabetes is a preventable disease. It affects over 28.5 million children and adults in the U.S. By eating right and making exercise a part of your daily routine, you can lower your risk of diagnosis.
Better’n Eggs, a fat-free, cholesterol-free, and low calorie alternative to shell eggs, has teamed up with Bob Greene, Oprah’s Personal Trainer, to create awareness for Type 2 Diabetes in the month of November. Join me, Bob Greene and Better’n Eggs on November 16th from 8-10pm EST as we discuss Type 2 Diabetes, how you can prevent it, or how you can manage it should you be living with it today.
Better’n Eggs and its sister product comprised of 100% liquid egg whites, AllWhites, are a powerhouse of diabetic prevention:
-Both products are made from real eggs
-Both products have half the calories of shell eggs (25 calories per serving)
-Because they are fat-free, cholesterol-free and low-calorie, both products allow those with diabetes or those trying to prevent diabetes to enjoy eggs without having to sacrifice other foods they love (i.e.: they can have cheese with their eggs rather than plain eggs)
-Egg whites can increase recovery time from hypoglycemia by building up adrenal glands
-Products do not include any added flavorings, so they won’t alter the taste of your favorite recipes or egg dishes
-Products are pasteurized fresh egg whites, therefore they can be eaten raw (i.e. in smoothies)
When: Wednesday, November 16th
Time: 8-10pm EST
Hashtag: #betterneggs
What the heck is a twitter party? Click here for the answer to that question.
Cool Panelists:
1. @Bookieboo, Hostess with the Mostess
2. @Resourcefulmom, Twitter Oprah (that means giveaways YO!)
3. @BetternEggs, Party sponsor
4. @Bestlifediet, Bob Greene
5. @FamilyNLifeLV
6. @MichelleLMyers
7. @Runfastermommy
8. @LisaJohnson
(more to come…)
What you can win:
2. $100 Visa gift card (1 winner)
3. Measuring cups & spoons that will help you with portion control. (3 winners, value $30)
4. Food scale (1 winner, value $30)
5. Online memberships to Bestlifediet.com (3 winners)
6. BestLife Electronic Jumprope (3 winner)
7. BestLife Gym Towel (3 winners)
8. BestLife Sling Bag (2 winners)
9. BestLife Guide to Managing Diabetes book (2 winner)
10. The Bestlife Cookbook (2 winner)
11. FREE Better’n Eggs product coupons (10 winners)
How to win:
1. Load the Fit2Fight Type2 Twibbon for the month of November here (10 entries). If you load the twibbon please sign up here for FREE product coupons. (Note Free product coupons are ONLY for those who are uploading twibbon in the month)
2. Tweet this message (1 entry per tweet, max. 30 entries, Do NOT spam the hashtag!)
TONITE: Fit2Fight Type2 Diabetes Party w/@Bestlifediet & @Bookieboo, frm 8-10pm EST, http://bit.ly/sa9wmC #betterneggs
3. Share this on Facebook (1 entry)
4. Leave a comment on the Mamavation Fan Page (1 entry)
5. Leave a comment on Leah Segedie’s Facebook Wall. I get lonely. Come say hi! (1 entry)
6. Join Bookieboo.com (5 entries, New members only)
Please RSVP by hitting the linky below
Looks like all the Mamavation Moms this week were met with the challenges of life. This week was good with a mild bump in the road. We know as moms life will happen. Sometimes we have to give-up things in our day. Monday it was my steps and exercise. I knew there would be a consequence, but I was willing to accept them as mentally and physically my body was done for the day. I am committed to making it up though. My goal was to spread the 4,000 steps throughout the week and I crushed that in one day. Walks are becoming the thing I look forward to when I get home. It’s meaningful time spent out together as a family. My son and I took a nice walk/jog to the park for a picnic. The weather is getting so beautiful here now. We shared an apple snack on the way home.
My third week of Mamavaton is going smoothly and along with the weight I am shedding, I am finding myself more motivated to reduce other unwanted parts of my life. I am trying to diligently pursue an exercise schedule and study regiment that will make my life easier and allow me to spend more of my time with my family. I see this not only as the ideal time to achieve physical health but also mental and emotional clarity as well. -JD
Weekly Weight Loss: Kelly: 0 lbs. & JD: 2 lbs.
Total Campaign 10 Weight Loss: JD 2.2 lbs. & Kelly 5 lbs.
Total Weight Loss: Kelly 11.2 lbs.
This week I realized I am strong, I am emotionally and physically strong. I’m making time everyday and getting my steps in easily this week. Most days I’m done by 6/7. Thanks to Shelley @momma_oz and my Mamavation Sista’s Megan @NcCarterFamily & Megan @mnmspecial for your support this week. Kimberly and Shannon too, but mostly my hubby @jddenton and mother-in-law and Fit Friend @oneday_time for always having an ear to listen. We had a lot of fun too this week with the EASPORTSActive workouts.
Thank You to our sponsors for this campaign:
EASPORTSActive and Omron Fitness. Each one is playing a huge roll in our goal to get active and healthy.
Also a Huge Thank you to all the Coaches: Leah @BookieBoo, Alysa @InspiredRD, Pete @PeteCohen_, and Drill Sergeant Alarik @gruntstyle.
Let's get fit!
115 pounds and 120 inches - that is how much the participants in the first and second Two Week Challenges have lost. Back by popular demand Mamavation is pleased to announce the 3rd Two Week Challenge.
To participate in the Two Week Challenge here’s what you need to do:
1) Hit the linky below, include your Twitter ID, and don’t for get to leave a comment after linking
2) Tweet at @MrBookieboo and let him know that you are joining the #mamavation #2weekchallenge and send him a DM with your email address
3) Register at www.bookieboo.com if you haven’t already
4) Print out the two-week challenge
Beginner version: http://www.gruntstyle.com/mamavation/2WC_3a.pdf
Advanced version: http://www.gruntstyle.com/mamavation/2WC_3T.pdf
***Make sure you get your weight and measurements before the challenge starts***
5) Report your status to @MrBookieboo daily. Use the hashtag #2weekchallenge along with #mamavation
Participants who successfully complete the two-week challenge will be entered into a drawing to receive a prize pack containing:
Bondi Band – Comfy, Colorful and creative headbands to fit every lifestyle and personality.
nekFIT – perfectly holds your ipod nano or shuffle behind your neck eliminating tangled wires
Sportline Pedometer – 310 Qlip model
One winner will be selected using random.org at the end of the challenge
What drives you to take this moment to seize your life back? How do you know this is the right time? What is your game plan? Is there ever the right time to do anything? All serious questions that I had to ask myself before considering Campaign 10 as my time.
It is no secret that I have a lot on my plate as a mom of four with a husband that doesn’t have any rhyme or reason to his 13 hour shift work schedule. We just moved, had a baby and my back fused, but if not now then when?
Just like with any new project there is chaos as you try to settle in. I knew this campaign wouldn’t be easy, but since when have I ever taken the easy route?
I actually did a lot of preparation before applying for the campaign.
I new this would be hard, but I push myself hard. In June and July I couldn’t walk. My husband pushed me in a wheelchair for weeks. It is so humbling to have him selflessly do things for me to help me get better. Now I push myself to walk 3miles on the treadmill. I consciously make and eat healthy meals and I am learning to plan ahead…something that I have never been good at.
Total loss Megan 7.6lbs Morgan 11lbs
Morgan: Its been hard to get into a grove for me because I am working so many nights. I’ve learned that sleep is a key component for my weight loss. I simply weigh more when I haven’t slept. I can’t wait to test out my new skills in a daytime setting for a change. I didn’t have time to be filmed this week so Megan came up with the best idea she could have short of driving all the kids across state lines to film me.
Thank you to our sponsors EAS Sports Active and Omron Fitness
And Special thanks to Leah @BookieBoo, Alysa @InspiredRD, Pete @PeteCohn_, Drill Sergeant Alairk @gruntstyle, and all of you in the the Sistahood and those thinking of joining!
I thought that would pretty much be the best way to describe me, my vlog this week and my blog and my brain right now. Its been a crazy but good week this week.
I am first and foremost a Mother… I also am a mother to 3 special needs children. So my life can get so Chaotic at times it isn’t even funny. Like for example I remember at 5:17am that this post was due and I hadn’t started or did my vlog yet… EEEEEEK then Jakers spent the whole night AWAKE which means Logan (his service dog) and I were on high alert and awake all night as well. Just little things that have made me realize I really need to step back reprioritize and get organized better so we can be a little less chaotic but with kids you’ll never be fully chaos free.
Well I did CRUSH I repeat CRUSH the goal that both Leah and Daniel set for me I’ve lost 54lbs AWESOME… now they need to set a new goal… But its been a long process and this was a up and down process as well… Its been crazy, chaotic but I’m learning the tools to make this a lifestyle change and it will be our lifestyle….
David has been extremely busy between wood splitting, cutting wood, working for his parents around the property winterizing for the winter. Its been crazy and he’s been super busy. We have been 2 ships passing literally we said Hello, Good Bye, Don’t forget, and a few shut ups and bite me **terms of endearment I promise its normal for us** but he’s been sticking to his plan and saw a loss this week of 2 lbs.
Weekly Vlog is here….
HUGE Thank You to our Sponsors EASPORTSActive and Omron Fitness they are helping us with their awesome products to reach our fitness and weight loss goals
Also a Huge Thank you to our Coaches: Leah @BookieBoo, Alysa @InspiredRD, Pete @PeteCohn_, Drill Sergeant Alairk @gruntstyle, Shelly @Momma_Oz and all the Sistahood these results wouldn’t be happening without the support we recieve from you guys it is amazing what you do for us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart
This post SHOULD be titled “Do they know what they are getting themselves into?”
Doooood, BlogWorld is giving me a platform to speak about working with brands. I know. I was shocked too. I’m hoping they realize that I have a sailors mouth, tend to say things that are TMI and have an obsession with the word “doooooooood.” I’m sure they do, but if they don’t, they are in for a world of surprise.
Come see me YO!
I’m actually speaking at two different sessions: Finding the Right Fit and the Lifestyle Makeover Roundtable.
Finding the Right Fit: Amazing powerhouse of fitness bloggers: @Mizfitonline @KellyOlexa @SkinnyJeans & @AndreaMetcalf. We are speaking about working with brands, making yourself unique in a crowded space, and just how to be completely kick ass.
Lifestyle Makeover Roundtable: Examples of how people have completely changed their lives for the better. My story is about weight loss and my story behind how I lost over 100 lbs. And Chris Brogan will also be speaking on the roundtable with me. *someone has to hold my hand because I may faint having to go after or before him*
You can still purchase a ticket to BlogWorld, which will be in LOS ANGELES!!! Yes, my home town so this time I don’t have to do any traveling.
Date: November 3-5th
Where: Los Angeles Convention Center
Discount Code: Use “BWEVIP20″ for a 20% discount off the ticket price *just cause you know me yo*
I WANT TO CHECK OUT BLOGWORLD AND SEE WHY BOOKIEBOO THINKS IT SO BADASS
I WANT TO PURCHASE A TICKET SO I CAN STALK BOOKIEBOO *smiles and winks*
Disclaimer: Blogworld is not paying me to speak. Actually, I had to pay them. Okay maybe not. Okay, I might have to pay them next year after they find out about my sailor’s mouth and TMI stuff. OR I might have to pay them after having to run to the bathroom 50 million times in the middle of my session because I’m pregnant and have the bladder of a 90 year old woman. OR I might have to pay them next year because I’ll accidentally spill water on my microphone which will set off a chain reaction that will electrocute Chris Brogan. OR…well, there are tons of ways this could go. So come see this YO cause I’m sure it will be entertaining.
Alysa, the campaign’s registered dietician, has been making it easier for people to make better dietary choices for a while now. I am sure that all of us that have been around for a while can name a recipe or two of hers that has become a favorite in our homes. For my family it is her Black Bean Sweet Potato Enchiladas – I use wheat tortillas and keep the skin on the sweet potatoes for a good dose of comfort food on a cool evening.
Alysa will be our guest on Monday. Ask her questions ahead of time, or bring them to the show. Her service to Mamavation is one of the most talked about attributes when women are interviewing for the campaign.
Special Guest: Alysa Bajenaru, RD (@InspiredRD)
Alysa Bajenaru, RD earned her Nutritional Sciences Degree from the University of Oklahoma. After working as a clinical dietitian she transitioned to focus more on the wellness aspect of nutrition and fitness. She earned a personal training certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine and later a group fitness certification through the American Council on Exercise. Alysa joined us in the sixth Mamavation campaign and we are thrilled to have her return with her guidance and out-of-the-box approach to make balanced nutrition an inspiring experience. You can see her beautiful recipes and take on a balanced lifestyle at Inspired RD.
MAMAVATION TV: Join us Monday night at 7pm PST/10pm EST on Mingle Media TV
BLOGGING CARNIVAL: This week’s blogging carnival is sponsored by New Balance. One blogging carnival participant will each receive one pair of shoes. To be eligible answer the following blogging carnival question in your weekly Mamavation blog post and mention New Balance with a link back to their site. Link up your post here.
How would you brand your health and wellness lifestyle? How do you want others to know you in this area?
Also be sure to declare you disclosure with “This post is sponsored by New Balance and I’m writing this to be entered into a giveaway hosted by Mamavation – a community dedicated to obesity prevention & weight loss for women“” at the bottom of your post.
SISTAHOOD: If you are interested in pledging to the Mamavation Sistahood, Monday is the time to do it. Please go here for instructions. Invitations are done on Wednesdays over twitter. (Or later if I get swamped)
GIVEAWAYS (You must attend Mamavation TV show to win):
To Enter (leave a comment for entry):
Extra Entries (leave a comment for EVERY entry):
This week has been a true test. We are back on our normally scheduled program and it has been a real awakening call. Monday to Thursday I work outside of the home, Friday I work from home. Both days add up to a lot of time sitting. Sitting as I drive 250+ miles a day to school, behind the computer and desk planning, and finally sitting while I teach. This equals a whole lot of non-activity. Most days I have time to go for a walk as a family, while other days I leave early (6am) and get home late (as late as 7pm). This has been a challenge, but the Mamavation sisterhood has been really good at helping me with ideas to get my steps in.
Struggling on the days I’m in the car a lot to not snack. I’m figuring out ways to curb those cravings. I’m not hungry, but my brain is telling me I am. As JD points out below I’m trying self-talk to get through the cravings. Drinking water and doing something until the craving passes has been working also. (Thanks Pete for these recommendations.)
Weekly Weight Loss: Kelly: 1.6 Pounds & JD: 2.2 Pounds
Total Campaign 10 Weight Loss: Kelly: 5 Pounds
Total Weight Loss: 11.2 Pounds
Week 2 of Mamavation is going great. I’m going to show another marked reduction in weight this Monday and I am so motivated to keep going… But that’s what I said when I lost 50 lbs in high school (I got down to 156 lbs)… And that’s also what I said a year ago when I got down to 179 lbs. I really feel this time is different. I love that Kelly is sharing a number of new ways to psychologically fight over eating. We spoke today about self talk. Whenever we are tempted we have been saying out loud, to ourselves, “No, I do not need to eat that or want to eat that.” I feel myself getting stronger and making smarter choices. -Dad (a.k.a. JD)
Thank You to our sponsors for this campaign:
EASPORTSActive and Omron Fitness. Each one is playing a huge roll in our goal to get active and healthy.
Also a Huge Thank you to all the Coaches: Leah @BookieBoo, Alysa @InspiredRD, Pete @PeteCohen_, and Drill Sergeant Alarik @gruntstyle.
You asked for it and here it is: announcing the very first official Dadavation Fitness Challenge. Modeled after the highly successful Mamavation Two Week Challenge this new challenge is designed for Dads to get a jump start on their fitness goals. Regardless of your level of fitness your participation and support is welcome in the Dadavation Fitness Challenge.
In addition to helping Dads get healthy, the participants in the Dadavation Fitness Challenge will be sweating for a good cause. Mamavation has generously agreed to donate $250 dollars to Digital Shepherds, a charity founded by Tshaka Armstrong (Twitter name: @tasaka_zulu) that educates parents on safe media practices for children. All the challenge participants have to do is collectively reach 10,000 Push-ups, 10,000 Sit-ups, and 10,000 Jump Squats by the end of the 14 day challenge.
To participate in the 1st Dadavation Fitness Challenge here is what you need to do:
1) Sign-up below and leave your Twitter ID
2) Tweet this:
Sign me up 4 the #Dadavation #2weekchallenge. Joining other dads reach10,000 pushups! @MrBookieboo http://bit.ly/oYi4wG
3) Print out the Dadavation Fitness Challenge:
Dadavation Fitness Challenge
**Make sure you weigh yourself before the challenge starts and write it down**
4) Report your status to @MrBookieboo daily using the hashtag #Dadavation
5) Get your sweat on!!
The Dadavation Fitness Challenge will be starting on Monday, October 24th. Sign-up today.
