The Curly Girl

I’ve been hesitant to create this post and share my story on here. Coaching was something that I was (and sometimes still am) afraid of. I was feeling such anxiety of judgment from the haters. Honestly, I’m probably overthinking and have no haters, but it’s just my innate anxiety limiting me. Since I started posting more on Instagram (you can follow at curlygirldoesbicepcurls) about healthy living, I have been receiving so much positive feedback and it allowed me to push past boundaries and fear.

I’m well aware of the preconceived ideas about Beachbody and understand that many don’t believe that online videos can really produce results. And if you know me at all, you know I avoid conflict. So sharing this new and exciting part of my life scares me as I prepare to handle people’s skepticism, but if you’re not pushing yourself, you’re not living! Right?!

So here’s why I became a Beachbody Coach, how it’s worked for me, and why I believe in the program.

First, I’ve seen and felt results. Quickly.

This is probably the biggest reason I became a coach. The programs work. They are short, they are exhausting, and they have increased my strength and helped me shed pounds. I’ve been using Beachbody for nearly two years, but consistently for 3 months. I at first became a discount coach two years ago because I wanted the discount on products (I’m obsessed with Shakeology!) but a few months ago I decided to go all in with my business. I wanted to share the success I had found through programs I could do in my basement in just 30 minutes!

Two primary components with every program:

1. A meal plan – that allows you to eat ALL food groups! (I could never give up carbs!)
2. A workout plan – BONUS: I have access to TONS of workout programs, so I never get bored!

<li><img src="http://thecurlygirllifestyle.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/img_5263.jpg" class="wp-image-2727 aligncenter size-full" height="2698" width="2700"></li><strong>Second, accountability makes all the difference!</strong>

If I’m being completely honest, I struggled at first to find motivation to push myself with video workouts. But once I joined challenge groups, and had that daily accountability check-in, I stepped it up. I was pushing myself because I didn’t want to lie to the others on my team about my progress. I wanted to share my sweaty selfie, celebrate my hard work, and commiserate on sore muscles.

I knew that if it was just for me, I would likely easily go back to eating what I wanted, or skipping a few workout sessions here and there. Why not? I wasn’t accountable to anyone. However, now that I’m accountable to a team of coaches, and people that wanted to change their lives, there was no way I could ever let myself go! We all stumble, we have off weeks, we get off track, we get back on, but we keep showing up and stay as consistent as we can and we make progress together. That kind of accountability keeps me motivated and pushes me through the slumps.

Finally, I wanted to share my success with others!

Because of the results I saw on myself, I decided to join the Beachbody Team as a Coach so I could spread the word! There are so many of us in the same boat, working full-time, no budget for boutique gyms…sick of feeling bloated and unhealthy…this is a great option!

Spreading the word about my fitness successes and struggles really helps keep me motivated to continue and not to give up. As a coach, my whole purpose is to suggest the right type of workout for each individual, to motivate and to create a plan that will give the results that you are looking for all while handling the rest of life with ease (like family and career).

Everyday I talk to family, friends, and coworkers who don’t feel comfortable in their own skin but don’t know where to start or how to make the changes. I hope through this journey as a coach, I can help people become the best versions of themselves and feel empowered to take back their health and fitness. That brings me to my last point (anyone still reading?!?)…

Why having a coach makes a difference:

When I first tried working out through videos (YEARS ago), I was doing it on my own. I didn’t want to work with a coach because I didn’t think I needed one. And I decided video workouts weren’t for me because I never got results.

But, looking back, I realize that the reason I couldn’t complete the program and succeed was because I didn’t have anyone or anything holding me accountable.

The second time around, I joined an online accountability group with my coach and that’s when things really started to change. When I didn’t want to workout I was motivated to do it BECAUSE of my team.

It would mean so much to have your support in my new coaching journey, no matter what that looks like. If you ever have an interest in Beachbody, send me a message. Otherwise, thank you for reading and I hope you continue following my journey. 🙂