Lacey Stone Fitness

What happened last week that wasn't great?

I'm very excited that you like lifting heavy weights. Lets stay in touch this week. Let me know how I can better help you stay on track!

Hi lacey,

This week my husband and I had to say goodbye to family member, which took a big toll. Lots of time spent with family who came into town and not a lot of meal prepping.
I have been absolutely exhausted but this is just part of life.

But now I'm excited for a new week to start and very excited for some heavy lifting :D

One thing though - I'm having trouble with figuring out breakfast.
I'm used to eating cheerios or porridge for breakfast - after starting this 1 month mission I've tried to eat more eggs for breakfast, maybe a very small portion of porridge and then 1 egg, but I always end up not eating enough and be hungry within an hour - I honestly dont really see myself eating a big salad for breakfast - is that what everyone is doing ? I keep thinking about that box from the food huddle, my breakfast is not even close to that.
I need some ideas to figure this out and hoping this squad can help me out :)

Hi Freyja, you are so brave to continue this program in such circumstances. You are giving us a great example. It will be interesting to hear from Team what breakfasts they enjoy. I usually eat an oatmeal cooked on almond milk with berries, nut butter and cinnamon (it takes 10-15 minutes to prepare). Other times I choose a whole grain slice of bread with an egg, tomato and a quater of avocado. It keeps me full for at least 3 hours. When I don't have much time to cook, I eat a yogurt with a few almonds and raisins or a smoothie made on almond milk with berries or banana, protein powder, flax seeds, etc. - there are so many variations you can choose. I sometimes add green leaves like spinach or kale. From time to time I add just cocoa (without sugar) with some small amount of honey. I'm sure you will find best recipes for you and will enjoy your breakfasts.

Thnak you so much Smiley.
This is very helpful.
I read your comment below, I'm happy you decided to continue with this journey too!! Lets have a good 3rd week!! :)

Thank you, it's going to be a great 3rd week!! :)

That makes me so sad... You've been so in it? What happened mentally that caused you to do that?

Getting healthy takes time. There are no short-cuts and the reason why most people don't reach their goals is that they give up before they even have a chance to reach them.

It's ok to have doubts, everyone does. You need to train your brain to know they will pass and keep on going. Anything worth having is not easy... That's why most people don't reach their goals. I train people for years. I'm going to be in this system training you for the long game. I'm committed to you but the real question is are you committed to yourself?

I'm so happy you decided to come back to the squad and recommit! Lets have an amazing 3rd week!

I think it helped me to understand how important this program is to me. It made me stronger and fully commited. I will focus now on turning any doubtful or negative thoughts into positive action and the results will eventually speak for themselves. Thank you for your commitment, it means a lot to me. I'm so glad and grateful you are my Trainer. Enjoy your weekend, I'm looking forward to 3rd week.

I am here for you!!!

Hey Smiley! How did week 3 go?
I’ve been busy this week and not as active in the posts and am getting caught up now.
Your post sounds so much like me. I have started and stopped so many times over the years. Usually after week 2. I am so frustrated with that. I can’t reach my goals with that pattern and yet... that’s what I have done. Clearly Lacey has seen this pattern. She gets it too and that’s why she warned us to be prepared. Because we CAN get through it. Here we are... week 3 is coming to a close and I didn’t quit! Neither did you! You tried to quit but you fought and won and recommitted to the mission! That’s takes strength. We battle every day. Every day! And that can be exhausting. But you aren’t here alone. Let’s battle together. Lacey is here for us and I am here for you as a team member. Let’s check in on each other. Let’s commit to TODAY. TO OURSELVES.
Let’s me know how you are doing! - Suzanne

Thank you Suzanne, that's a great idea. Any time I wanted to quit this program I felt in my heart it's not right. I felt like it was my destiny and I'm in the right place at the right time. Don't know if what I'm saying makes sense but that's what I feel and I will follow this feeling 😀

Thank you for being so vulnerable Jules. I wish I could say it was easy... that I had this magic potion I could give you.

I can't tell you that but I can tell you the truth and I hope maybe that will help you. The truth is it's hard. The truth is it doesn't get easier you have to get stronger. You have to accept the fact that having a great life takes sacrifice... It means saying no to things you like in order to have things you want. Once you can accept that... Everything will change.

I've laid out everything you need to do in this program. Now you have to do it and be patient. I don't know how much weight you have to lose but I do know my program works if you stick with it. You don't have to be perfect you just have to be consistent. If you make a mistake don't turn it into a drama just get back on track with your next meal or workout immediately.

The only way to change your life is in the choices you are make everyday. You must take your life one day at a time... If you look to far ahead you will get overwhelmed. Just do what you can do everyday and with time you will reach your goals. What happens to people is that they don't reach their goals quick enough so they get impatient and give up. Don't give up Jules! If you can be tough and do this you will realize that the real magic is you. Your body will change, your mind will change and you will never want to go back to the way you were.

I hope this helped a bit... Sending you a big hug!

Lacey Xx

I needed to read this! xoxox

I'm so happy... It's the truth.

This is amazing, Lacey. This truth is important. It’s not a pill. It’s not a magic move. It’s honesty about the long haul and acknowledges that this isn’t easy for anyone. That helps me not wonder “what is wrong with me?” when it feels so hard.

How are you doing girly?! 💪🏻

Coming in the game late! Like your swagger Gina!

Go Gina!

I'm so happy you're feeling better Cynthia!

😂😂😂😂, sorry, I can't stop 😂😂😂😂😂, have a great weekend Suzanne and Team 😀

Thant makes me so happy Suzanne!

Or that not thant haha

Seriously though. I did spin tonight and I am obsessed now to see my arms in the mirror. I see the beginning of a muscle in my arms! You have no idea what a big deal this is to me. They’ve been missing for soooooo long. Hiding under some layers of fat and also not being used. (Note: typing at a computer does NOT require biceps. Shocking!)
And yes.... I’ve kept doing two workouts on tuesdays because I find spin to be fun and it’s a new “me time” that I’m enjoying. I keep Wednesday as a full rest day. I’m still going strong and I’m not burning out. I swear! I did drop the Thursday night spin... That would’ve killed me.
But seriously though... back to the arms. I now totally get why you always pose with a flexed bicep. That’ll be me in a year. #goals

Girl this is what it’s all about. We have come to the end of the four week challenge and you are feeling stronger than when you started.

I’m so happy you love spin and my workouts... we are the same person! Hahah

Tomorrow is a BIG day. Be sure to get you rest and crushhhhh your day one scores. You are so much stronger now you’re going to do amazing.

#GunShow

We have the same goals!