So, when YOU identify that there is a very certain need to do something different but you don’t always know what to do, how to do it, or if you yet have the strength or the means to do it. ..

WHAT QUOTE OR SCRIPTURE inspires you or challenges you while you tackle that thing?

I have many, lol.  The ones I’m reminding myself of today are…

“I know the plans I have for you… Plans to give you a Hope & a Future” – Jeremiah 29:11

“Activity is not necessarily accomplishment” – John Maxwell, 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership

For me, they are going hand in hand today as I weigh and judge some of my current methods (and thoughts) of accomplishing things and how I can improve both myself and the situations to better get the needs met that are evident.

Do you have an evident need that feels currently overwhelming or hopeless?  Email it to me or comment below.  I want to agree with you in prayer concerning that thing! 

Keep your eyes on Him and don’t be so discouraged that the problem is there, rather stay focused on the promise that He always provides a way. 

Keeping that promise (that hope) in your thoughts will keep you moving forward – whether that be out of the problem or into the solution. 

Either way, you will stop feeling stuck, which will not only allow you to see more opportunity for new ideas and solutions as they cross your path, but will empower you to act on them when you see the ones that inspires you. 

Another favorite quote!  This one is one of my faves from the 90’s LoL,

Keep on KEEPIN’ ON!

LOL. 😉

♡,
Angel

coachangelb@gmail.com
angelballance.wordpress.com

Hey, y’all!  Angel here.  So, I wanted to share with you why and  how I became a coach, so I’m sharing this short video with you to get the conversation going.

You can watch my Video here:  http://youtu.be/oXrXi_InGvs

Please always feel free to ask me questions or simply reach out to me about the programs I’m doing or have completed, how PiYo helped me overcome physical pain and injury, how I transitioned to other types programs such as 21 Day Fix and P90, and any of my ongoing online challenge groups and accountability  groups, as well as the benefits of  Shakeology for nutrition and weightloss, and the coaching opportunity… whether it be just on how to receive the 25% discounts alone or even how to sign yourself and/or your spouse up as a coach to start an in-home business.  I’m here for you!  Don’t hesitate to ask.

♡,
Angel
coachangelb@gmail.com

Connect with me:
Facebook.com/angelballance
Twitter/IG: @angelballance
Pinterest and Google+, too!

My personal profile : teambeachbody.com/angelballance
My Husband (Donald) and I have a partnered (team) profile, too:
Teambeachbody.com/teamballance

Ask me how to join my team or click here

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Being “fit” is more about REALLY being the best you can be physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually.  We would be honored to partner with you.  #LiFEfit & Ballance

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See what other members of my team have to say about becoming a coach and how it changed their life!

Ask me how to join my team or click here

Are you also wondering, “What’s the diff between #21df & #21dfX?” Well, here ya go…. a handy dandy side-by-side chart. Which one fits your own goals?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4T6V3Dfbw7eOWxJdHJZNDNQaDg/view?usp=sharing

I’m here to help you!  Take a look over the chart and then let’s talk about it.  (You’ll need to make me your coach – ask me how or create your free account with me here )!

PHONE 972-567-4612
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MESSENGER CHAT facebook.com/angelballance

I remember staring at the measuring tape, then the previous week’s numbers, and back at the measuring tape… and realizing that I was ONLY ONE week into my first round of 21 day fix, and I was already witnessing MAJOR changes… my goals were happening! It’s simply an amazing feeling to know and experience for yourself WHAT’S POSSIBLE.

I’m talking beyond-the-scale possible. Real, measurable, attainable, doable, empowering, LOVE THYSELF possible.
I wasn’t merely practicing a habit maintainable for only 21 days that would just boomerang me back up 10+ lbs. I was learning how to create a lifestyle I had previously craved and now was POSSIBLE for every day living… one in which I could consciously target my goals and still enjoy my food, fit my life around my workouts, all while continuing to drop pant sizes and feel stronger, healthier, more energetic.

Now, I’m leaning into the next level… 21 Day Fix Extreme. Eagerly anticipating a new discovery of WHAT IS POSSIBLE. And this February I want to SHARE THE LOVE!

Private group forming NOW. We begin Feb 16th. I’m inviting YOU to join me. I want to do this with you. Not ready for extreme? Want the original? You’re welcome, too.

You’ll want to grab your spouse and best friends into this challenge… Better yet, purchase the challenge pack together and reach your goals TOGETHER, too! Prizes to be won. Fun to be had. Results to be witnessed.

Tag your friend. Message me to get started.

*you will need to make me your coach*

Teambeachbody.com/angelballance
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#newbeginnings #newseason #nextlevel#newexpectations #noholdingback

If I told you about this widely successful 21 day program that can help you lose both pounds and inches, burn more fat and gain lean muscle, in just 30 minute workouts and a simple nutrition solution that WORKS for your life. .. without counting calories/macros/points… . Would you be interested?
LAUNCHING new small group SOON. Looking for 6 people TOTAL… (parents, friends, siblings, couples) 3 to test the newest version of the program, and 3 to test the original version.

Message me or comment below… let’s talk about it!

Email me:  coachangelb@gmail.com

TODAY IS LAUNCH DAY for the NEWEST ‪#‎extreme‬ version of 21 day fix (ask me about our launch group)! My hand is hovering over the order button… LOL

It all started here: http://bit.ly/1tVyVjC
Now we are ready for: http://bit.ly/16ldsq8

‪#‎ChooseYourFix‬‪#‎getyourfix‬‪#‎areyouready‬‪#‎makeyourchangehappen‬

Alright!  Right down to business!  The winner from the random drawing is…. ANGELA!

Angela, please pm me your mailing address, so I can send you your free gift!  You’ll be receiving a FREE copy of Autumn Calabrese’s Plyo FIX workout DVD

CONGRATULATIONS, ANGELA!!
Grab a towel and prepare to sweat! 

{ For all 5 squat combo moves shared in the 5 day #ballanceNsquatchallenge, visit my facebook community page video section } 

THANK YOU EVERYONE who participated in the squat challenge!  I enjoyed sharing each move with you!

{ An interview with Chalene Johnson // original post at sparkpeople.com }

Probably the most common question I get when I release a new exercise program is, “Help! I’m gaining weight! Am I doing something wrong?” This is a common phenomenon with any new exercise program, such as Turbo Kick, Turbo Jam, Hip Hop Hustle, or others! It’s especially common (and temporary) with intense strength training programs like ChaLEAN Extreme or Tony Horton’s P90X.

The motivation to start a new exercise program is almost always to lose weight. However, what most personal trainers know–and most at-home exercisers do not–is that a new exercise program often can cause an immediate (and temporary) increase on the scale. (Notice I didn’t say weight gain! I’ll explain.) This common increase in the scale is also the reason why perhaps millions of people start and then quickly quit their resolution to get fit.

The temporary weight gain explained:
When someone starts a new exercise program, they often experience muscle soreness. The more intense and “unfamiliar” the program, the more intense the muscle soreness. This soreness is most prevalent 24 to 48 hours after each workout. In the first few weeks of a new program, soreness is the body trying to “protect and defend” the effected or targeted tissue. Exercise physiologists refer to this as delayed-onset muscle soreness, or DOMS.

This type of soreness is thought to be caused by tissue breakdown or microscopic tears in muscle tissue. When this happens, the body protects the tissue. The muscle becomes inflamed and slightly swollen due to fluid retention. This temporary retention of fluid can result in a 3- to 4-pound weight gain within a few weeks of a new program. Keep in mind that muscle soreness is not necessarily a reflection of how hard you worked. In fact, some people feel no signs of muscle soreness, yet will experience the muscle protection mechanisms of water retention and slight swelling.

Most people are motivated enough to put up with this temporary muscle soreness. Yet, many, especially those who really need immediate weight loss to keep them motivated, become discouraged and quit!

When I worked with a group of 70 test participants during the development stages of ChaLEAN Extreme, this happened. Who was the most upset and discouraged? You guessed it… the women! I’m happy to report absolutely for every single woman (and man) in our group, the weight increase was temporary and never lasted more than two weeks before they started to see a major drop in the scale. However, these people had the advantage of working with someone who was able to explain to them why this was happening and assure them the weight would come off if they stuck to the nutrition plan and stayed true to the program.

If you follow a multi-phase exercise plan, such as ChaLEAN Extreme, keep in mind that when you start each phase, your body will be “in shock” again. Don’t be surprised or discouraged if you experience a temporary gain on the scale the first week of each phase.

My own personal example of this is running 10Ks. I don’t do it very often, maybe once or twice a year. Even though I run on a regular basis, when you run a race, you push much harder. It’s natural for me to be insanely sore the next day. It’s also very common for me to see the scale jump 4 pounds the next day from forcing fluids post race and the resulting DOMS. Even though I know the cause of it, it’s still a bummer. We’re all human and hard work should mean results. Hard work equals results, but our bodies are amazing machines and they know how to protect us from hurting ourselves. Soreness forces you to give those muscles a break. Ultimately you will lose the weight and you will change your metabolism in the process.

The key is understanding that this is a normal and temporary and stick with the program!

When to be concerned:
If you experience a significant weight gain (exceeding 5 pounds) that does not begin to decrease rapidly after the second week, guess what it is? I’ll give you one hint… you put it in your mouth and chew it. You know it! Your food (or calorie-laden beverages). News flash, friends… exercise doesn’t make you gain weight. Consuming more food than you burn makes you gain weight!

So if after two weeks you are not losing weight and have gained weight that’s not coming off, it’s time to take a close and honest look at your food intake. Start using SparkPeople’sNutrition Tracker regularly, and be honest.

Moral of the story:
Be patient young grass hopper. You’ll be lean and mean in no time!