Two Week Challenge Campaign 5 Wrap-up

Can you believe we have finished the 5th Mamavation Two Week Challenge? It feels like it was just yesterday when I sat down with Bookieboo and developed the initial ideas for the challenge. Even more remarkable is all of the hard work and dedication of all of the participants. 63 people finished this last campaign and collectively lost 160 pounds and 138 inches!

The total loss over 5 campaigns is an amazing 519 pounds and 385 inches!!

The results speak for themselves – the Mamavation community is an amazing place filled with individuals that support and help one another. Best of all – we are just getting started.

The next Two Week Challenge will start on February 13th. Watch Mamavation.com and my twitter stream or more details.

Here are the winners of the 5th Mamavation Two Week Challenge:

Grand Prize: @jweaver05

Runner up 1: @kimtraceyprince

Runner Up 2: @mommayoung

If you are a winner please contact Shelly (@momma_oz) to claim your prize.

Finally, here are the individuals that completed the 5th Mamavation Two Week Challenge:

@amberlou24

@andreaemilien

@april_in_nola

@aries_mommy

@beeacutie2

@blahblahblah410

@bookieboo

@creativekristi

@dee2849

@earlylitmama

@enforcermom

@eva_smith

@ff12a

@ginalaguardia

@highimpactmom

@hornets_darlin

@insightsbyapril

@irishred02

@itsmusictime

@jeanae

@jollytomato

@jweaver05

@karasw16

@kimtraceyprince

@kimworld

@kittenbritches

@krissy_r

@lindsayblogs

@lisamc7

@madhattermom

@mamasarahjane

@marydrazic

@meggankate

@melissavroon

@miacupcake

@modestprincessa

@momma_oz

@mommayoung

@Mommycanrun

@monicazyoung

@mrbookieboo

@mrsjpt7

@mybaybah

@naptime

@nccarterfamily

@nichols0907

@nichole_johnson

@notimemom

@ohiocatfish

@poniabaum

@ronaleeakarose

@sarahdeveau

@seelaurarun

@shawnmh

@taless

@taraburner

@themorrisbunch

@tink4everbell

@tinkebell0625

@tishamarie

@way2gomom

@wideloadroad

 

 

Mamavation Two Week Challenge Campaign #5


The holidays are over and it’s time to get back to work. Participants in the last 4 Mamavation Two Week Challenges have collectively lost 359 pounds and 247 inches!! We are pleased to announce campaign 5 starting January 9th. This time we’ve received permission from Billy Blanks® to incorporate some official Tae Bo® moves in the challenge.

To participate in the 5th Mamavation Two Week Challenge here is what you need to do:

1) Hit the linky below, include your Twitter ID, and don’t forget to leave a comment after linking

2) If you are interested in the giveaway CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THIS FORM

3) Tweet at @MrBookieboo and let him know that you are joining the Mamavation Two Week Challenge. Important: use the hashtags #Mamavation and #2WeekChallenge

4) Register at www.bookieboo.com if you haven’t already

5) Print out the two-week challenge:

Beginner Workout

Advanced Workout

6) 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:

Grand Prize: $100 Visa gift card (1 winner)

Runner-up: $50 Visa gift card (2 winners)

Winners will be selected using random.org at the end of the Two Week Challenge.

Hit the linky below if you would like to sign up!

Two Week Challenge Campaign 4 Wrap-Up

The 4th Mamavation Two Week Challenge is in the books and the results continue to impress. 131 people signed up for this challenge and 65 people finished. The participants lost a combined 161 pounds and 88 inches!!

The cumulative loss over 4 campaigns stands at 359 pounds and 247 inches

Great job to everyone that finished – you are an inspiration to the Mamavation community and beyond. Even if you weren’t able to finish the challenge you should be proud for trying. Remember to take things 1 step (1 rep) at a time. You can do this on your own terms. It is my hope that each of you will continue on your journey to living a healthy and fit lifestyle.

I would also like to extend a special thank you to Janice @fitcheerldr for providing her expertise in developing the workouts.

Here are the winners of the 4th Mamavation Two Week Challenge:

Grand Prize: @littlemamajama

Runner up 1: @healthyjasmine

Runner Up 2: @kittenbritches

 

The next Mamavation Two Week Challenge will be starting January 9th. Watch Mamavation and my Twitter feed for more details.

Here are the individuals that completed the 4th Mamavation Two Week Challenge:

@1980dodge

@abbebrown

@acwilliams16

@andreaemilien

@april_in_nola

@aries_mommy

@blahblahblah410

@bookieboo

@byrdy1999

@coloradomom

@dancingvalentin

@dee2849

@dipaolamomma

@disneymom828

@dreamfishing

@drsarahgkhan

@earlylitmama

@eva_smith

@ff12a

@fitinmyheart

@getenergized11

@ginalaguardia

@ginger_high

@gr8thoughts

@healthyjasmine

@highimpactmom

@hornetsdarling

@insightsbyapril

@irishred02

@jollytomato

@kittenbritches

@klwschmidt

@kristalswan

@littlemamajama

@lythics

@mamasarahjane

@merrypoint

@mkopp1

@mmmyatt

@mnmspecial

@momma_oz

@mommayoung

@momofbestbaby

@momtodanielle

@monicazyoung

@mrbookieboo

@mygomom

@nccarterfamily

@nichols0907

@notimemom

@ohiocatfish

@pizzalogger

@powermommy

@reallifesarah

@ronaleeakarose

@sarahbuttonedup

@sariejack

@seelaurarun

@sweetdulcelife

@taraburner

@theyearofhope

@tracievan

@yvonneinla

@ihavetohaveyou

Great job everyone!!!!

Two Week Challenge Campaign #4 – Dec 5th – Dec 18th

198 pounds – gone

159 inches – lost

Just in time for the holidays the Mamavation Two Week Challenge is back! We asked for your feedback and you responded with some great ideas that will make this the best Two Week Challenge yet. The biggest change? We have added an Optional nutrition component to the plan.

Please read through the entire post as several things have changed.

To participate in the 4th Two Week Challenge here is what you need to do:

1) Hit the linky below, include your Twitter ID, and don’t forget to leave a comment after linking

2) If you are interested in the giveaway CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THIS FORM

3) Tweet at @MrBookieboo and let him know that you are joining the Mamavation Two Week Challenge. Important: use the hashtags:#Mamavation and #2WeekChallenge

4) Register at www.bookieboo.com if you haven’t already

5) Print out the two-week challenge:

Beginner Workout

Advanced Workout

6) 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:

Grand Prize: $100 Visa gift card (1 winner)

Runner-up: $50 Visa gift card (2 winners)

Winners will be selected using random.org at the end of the Two Week Challenge.

Hit the linky below if you would like to sign up!

Two Week Challenge #3 (Oct 31st – Nov 13th)

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

The Two Week Challenge starts Monday, October 31st

Dadavation Fitness Challenge 1

Dadavation

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.

Two Week Challenge #2 (Sep 27th – Oct 10th)


The participants in the last two week challenge lost over 55lbs and 47 inches. This program is a great way to jump start your fitness goals.

*ahem pay close attention Mamavation Applicants and supporters*

To participate in this challenge here’s what you need to do:

1) Sign-up below and leave your Twitter ID

2) Tweet at @MrBookieboo and let him know that you accept the GruntStyle challenge 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

“Advanced” version: http://www.gruntstyle.com/mamavation/2wc4.pdf

“Beginner” version: http://www.gruntstyle.com/mamavation/2wc4m.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 Heart Rate Monitor Watch
$5 Subway Gift Card

Two winners will be selected using random.org at the end of the challenge

Ready….Set…GO! (Starts Tuesday, September 27th)

Hit the linky below if you are planning to participate. :)

Two Week Challenge

Dont EVER forget where you came from OR you may go back. This is one of my motivating pictures.

Just a bit of inspiration for you…

With summer over and kids going back to school it’s the perfect time for another GruntStyle two-week challenge.

*ahem pay close attention Mamavation Applicants and supporters*

To participate in the challenge here’s what you need to do:

1) Sign-up below and leave your Twitter ID

2) Tweet at @MrBookieboo and let him know that you accept the GruntStyle challenge

3) Register at www.bookieboo.com if you haven’t already

4) Print out the two-week challenge:

Beginners should use this version:

http://www.gruntstyle.com/2weekchallenge.pdf

If you feel up to it here is the more challenging version:

http://www.gruntstyle.com/2weektougher.pdf

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
$5 Subway Gift Card

Two winners will be selected using random.org at the end of the challenge

Ready….Set…GO! (Starts Tuesday, September 6th)

Hit the linky below if you are planning to participate. :)

Move it or Lose it Results are in and are pretty AMAZING

Back in June (seems so far away doesn’t it?) 11 women stepped into the spotlight for a chance to change their lives.  11 Women applied to be the next Mamavation Mom for Campaign 9.  As much as Leah (aka Bookieboo) would LOVE to transform each and every one of the applicants, it’s just not feasible.

That’s where the MILI Challenge comes in.  The MILI (Move it Lose it) Challenge is an opportunity not only to continue with the commitment to healthy living alongside the Mamavation Moms, but a way for Leah and the rest of the sisterhood  to encourage and support these brave souls along the way.  I use the word brave because it takes determination and strength to complete the challenge and at the end of the day, there were only 2 who stepped up week after week to share their journey with us.

If you followed the journey of Rachel – (@rachhabs) and Stacie (@Salemmomma) you know that this was not an easy challenge.  There were ups and downs and they both fought for every pound lost.  And truth be told, I could not be prouder of these two women.

The results are in and are amazing, but don’t take my word for it, check out the before and after shots below.

It was a close race but at the end of the 7 week long challenge, First place for the highest percentage of weight lost- and the winner of $400 goes to :

Rachel – @rachhabs
Starting weight: 221 lbs
Ending weight: 206.6 lbs
Total lbs lost: 14.4 lbs
Total Inches lost: 22.5 inches
% of weight lost: 6.52%

In a close Second place, and the winner of $200.00 goes to:
Stacie – @Salemmomma
Starting weight: 204 lbs
Ending weight: 195 lbs
Total lbs lost: 9 lbs
Total Inches lost: 12.75 inches
% of weight lost: 4.41 %

I hope you’ll take a moment to congratulate these two amazing women in their victories!  Besure to give them a shout out on twitter and leave your comment love blow.

Again Ladies, Congrats!  You both did an AMAZING JOB!

Sprinting to the finish line

WoW Its week 6 already… Almost time to close out Campaign 9. I am planning on sprinting to the finish line.

Yup Yup that makes my subtotal 30.2lbs!!!!!!!!!!!

I am so excited about all the new things I have learned in this campaign. I know that I am learning so many great tools to move forward with in this new lifestyle change. I can’t believe in my Vlog below I actually run for you guys…. I triple wrap the “girls” for my safety and yours lol. Seriously I have on a sports bra, and sports tank and then one on top of it. They still bounce but at least they are giving me black eyes.

Well that about sums up my post for this week. My video is lengthy so I don’t wanna ramble too much on here. Hope you enjoy! Would love any tweets, comments, emails for us to finish up strong on this campaign!!!!

 

 

Big thanks to our awesome sponsor EA Sports Activeand to our awesome coaching team Alysa Bajenaru, RD @Inspired_RD, Daniel Alarik @GruntStyle, Pete Cohen @weightlossguru_!