Is 6 Weeks Enough for an Online Training Program?

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

A six week fitness program is not enough.

I can say that because I run an incredibly successful 6 week fitness program, The FASTer Way to Fat Loss, and I can tell you one round is NOT enough to keep you healthy for life.

However…

It is a great start. With one round of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss, clients see incredible results: they lose weight, get stronger, increase their energy levels, improve their digestion and get better sleep. Those results are consistent and they are amazing, but I highly recommend my clients don’t stop there.

Why?

• Because a lasting lifestyle change takes more than six weeks.

• Because unless you’ve reached your goal, you need to continue working toward it.

• Because at the end of the day, even the most motivated people need some accountability and encouragement.

So, 6 weeks will give you skills, knowledge, and results—but won’t be enough to last you a lifetime.

It’s a common myth that creating a new habit takes 21 days. However, research has actually shown that on average, it takes people 66 days to create 1 new habit 1. That’s a little over 9 weeks! Those going through a program like FASTer Way are changing a number of habits all at once. So, going through at least 2 rounds of a 6-week program makes a lot more sense than just 1 round.

What about after that?

Some people feel as though they no longer need the support and accountability of a program after participating in a round or two. However, many love their results so much they want to learn more, get stronger, and keep seeing results in terms of their health, fitness level and performance, even after reaching their goal weight. Those who continue to adjust their plan as they become more advanced continue to see results, while many who opt out of accountability and the next level, find themselves sitting at a plateau, or going back to their old ways.

Finding accountability, encouragement and a continued plan that gets gradually more difficult is critical to maintaining your health and fitness long term.

That is why I created my FASTer Way To Fat Loss VIP program. I knew that the ladies coming out of a round or two saw incredible results and built some great habits...but I knew they needed more.

• These women needed workouts that were more challenging.

• They needed to continue to have accountability.

• They needed the continued support of an online group.

They needed more information about more advanced health and fitness topics so they could make better decisions and continue to grow.

These women needed an ongoing option that allowed them to continue seeing progress, alongside other like-minded women.

So, I figured out a way to provide that and the results have been incredible.

The women in my VIP group have been through at least two rounds of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss, and are continuing to get leaner and stronger. They are getting new workouts each month, daily accountability and TONS of fantastic training on everything from turning macros into meal plans to details on adrenal health.

They have full access to me, my team, and their monthly mentor, and are experiencing amazing results.

6 weeks is not enough to last a lifetime. It can be an incredible start. There are a few who will continue the lifestyle on their own after the 6 weeks are done. However, most will need at least 2 rounds of a 6 week program and continued support thereafter.

If you are interested in starting to change your lifestyle and get leaner and stronger than ever before, my FASTer Way to Fat Loss is the best program on the market to help you do just that. If you have already been through the program once and want to join again, email me about a discounted rate for returning clients. If you have gone through the FASTer Way twice and want to continue the lifestyle, while learning and growing alongside other women pursuing the same thing you are, then check out my FASTer Way to Fat Loss VIP program!

Pregnancy Update 2!

I am officially out of my first trimester, which is truly a good thing! My nausea has finally subsided and I am feeling worlds better. Since this pregnancy was so unexpected, there have been some definite adjustments made on the fly, but overall I am feeling pretty good.

My workouts have been…

Consistent and intense. Despite traveling a lot, I have been able to do two-a-day workouts. I am doing one heavier strength training workout in the morning and then a 2-3 mile walk in the afternoon/evening. Honestly, I have kept this so tight because I feel best when I am working out. My time in the gym is truly one of the times I feel most energized. So, we are squeezing in workouts every day!

Since I am hitting the gym so hard, I am also hitting my naps so hard. Two a day workouts call for two a day naps. Every. Single. Day.

Nutrition has been…

Rough, but is getting better. I was so sick for the first few weeks that the thought of most foods made me incredibly nauseated. To add to that stress, I was traveling a lot and ended up eating a super carb-heavy diet. This went on through about week 9, and I have since started to get back on track. I enjoyed my breakfast sandwich phase in weeks 6-9, as did Brandon, and am now focused on eating a clean whole-food diet for the remainder of my pregnancy.

I had been giving myself a lot of grace with dairy, wheat, and grains during the first few weeks of pregnancy, but am tightening things back up and plan on finishing out this pregnancy with everything in check.

I am still fasting daily, but have been a bit more flexible with the start and end time of my eating window.

Overall...

This pregnancy has gone really well. My biggest struggles have been nutrition and exhaustion. My nutrition is back on track, and I am hoping that will help increase my energy levels a bit. I tend to feel a lot more energized and comfortable when I am dairy free and gluten free, so whole food is the way to go for me for the rest of my pregnancy.

The exhaustion has been hard to work around. Thankfully, I have a fantastic team that can pick up some slack for me. However, I am so ready to get my energy back so I can hustle like I normally do. Business has been incredible for the last two months, but it has been hard for me to keep up with the growth due to my exhaustion. I am hoping to feel more like myself in the weeks to come!

In the meantime, I am developing a FASTer Way to Fat Loss Fit Pregnancy program for women who were fit before they got pregnant and would like to remain that way. I can’t wait to roll this program out for you ladies here shortly! Stay tuned.

Pregnancy Update

In case you missed it...we are pregnant and due in January! Surprised?

Yeah...so are we! A third child was definitely not in the plans, but after getting over the initial shock, we are really excited to add a little more craziness to the already-crazy Tress home!

How in the world….?

For those wondering what happened, here’s the breakdown. For months I had been experiencing headaches that were due to an estrogen dominant birth control pill I had been on for years. I came off that birth control and switched to a progesterone dominant mini-pill and scheduled an appointment for the Mirena. However, prior to that appointment my hormones were all out of whack. I was bloated, I wasn’t ovulating, I was tired, and I was retaining water. So, I went to a holistic doctor to get some testing done. $662 and 15 vials of blood later, she told me what a $2 pee stick could have told me... I was pregnant!

Why that was such a shock…

Honestly, being pregnant was not something that had entered my mind. I had to take fertility meds to get pregnant with both Emma and Cole, and I have PCOS. Enter the FASTer Way to Fat Loss (and brand new partners challenge) and the rest is history... What?!?!?! PSA if you're joining my next round of the FASTer Way and participating with your significant other—be sure to double up on birth control!

How is it going?

The first few weeks were great. I was following the FASTer Way to a T. Then, when I started to feel less like myself, and we found out I had to switch up some things. I was really sick and really tired for a while. I literally could not fathom eating anything but—wait for it.—breakfast sandwiches. Yep, that’s right. This whole food nutrition girl could eat nothing but Chick-Fil-A and McDonald’s breakfast sandwiches—for about two weeks! But we don’t judge, right? After all, growing a human is hard work!

Over the past week, I have been able to eat a little better. I am still doing some intermittent fasting, but am really listening to my body and what it needs. There are still lots of things I just can’t stomach right now, donuts are one of them. If you know me, then you know that me not eating donuts may be the biggest shocker in this update!

I am not doing many low carb days, and am craving all kinds of carbs, so I’ve had to adjust some of the FASTer Way to my current needs. However, I am working on a Fit Pregnancy version of the FASTer Way to help mamas-to-be stay fit while pregnant. UPDATE: Fit Pregnancy is now available to purchase!

Workouts are…

...still going strong! I feel so much better when I hit the gym, so I have made it a point to do something active almost every day. I have decreased my intensity a bit just due to being so tired. Also, because I haven’t been doing low carb days that often, I haven’t been doing as much sprinting and HIIT. So, it’s been more lifting for me thus far, but I am feeling great in terms of workouts!

Obviously, we are so excited to welcome this new little one into our lives, although it came as a HUGE surprise. Thank you to everyone who has sent along well wishes! I can’t wait to keep you updated and will be sure to do so on Instagram and FB live. I am also excited to be able to better serve my pregnant clients as I work through perfecting a new program tailored to your needs!

Also, I am considering changing the name of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss to the FASTer Way to Fertility… because we have so many “FASTer Way babies” now… just sayin’!!!

Thanks again for the well wishes, I can’t wait to take you all on this journey with us!

Why Husbands Love the FASTer Way...

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

I need to have a chat with my ladies. You see, when I first created the FASTer Way to Fat Loss, it was geared toward women, so naturally, most of my clients were women. Our men’s program has since exploded in popularity, but it’s time I tell the women what’s going on.

While most of our testimonials come from the women who’ve gone through my FASTer Way, I often get thank you notes from my clients’ husbands.

Here’s the thing ladies... your husband married you for a reason. He already thinks you look absolutely beautiful, which is why most women are surprised to find out what their husbands actually thank me for in terms of their FASTer Way to Fat Loss outcomes.  

Here are a few things my clients’ husbands usually say about their wives after they’ve gone through the FASTer Way To Fat Loss.

“My wife is more confident.”

Again, your husband thinks you look just fine! He married you because he thinks you are beautiful. He wants you to feel confident in your own skin. The women who go through my program often experience a huge boost in confidence, and their husbands love it!

“My wife is more positive.”

One of our main areas of focus during the FASTer Way to Fat Loss is mindset. Fat loss is the hook that brings women into my program. However, once you are in, we start working on your mindset! As women, we often count our defeats and losses more than our wins. During the FASTer Way, we work hard on changing that, and husbands take note of their wives positivity as a result!

“My wife is more ambitious.”

The women in my program see progress towards their goals. That often causes women to be more focused and ambitious in every area of life. They have more energy and they’re feeling great, so they start setting and hitting more and more goals. Many husbands find this incredibly attractive!

“My wife gives me more action.”

More energy = more love = a happy husband... need I say more?

Ladies, the FASTer Way to Fat Loss will absolutely help you reach your fat loss goals. However, you don’t need to be thin to like yourself—or to be happy. The truth is, being thin doesn’t make anyone nice, positive, or happy. What you need is the proper mindset, progress, and passion toward your goals. The FASTer Way to Fat Loss gives you all of that, in addition to the fat loss results you will see. Your husband, friends, and family will undoubtedly notice those changes just as much as they notice your physical changes.

If you’re ready to see the same results as these confident, passionate clients, join the next round of the FASTer Way! Sign up today, spots always fill quickly!!  
 

Top 3 Mistakes Women Make That Keep Them From Burning Fat

Most women are making 3 common mistakes that keep them from burning fat and seeing the results they want in their health and fitness. Dr. Steven Cabral is sharing what these 3 mistakes are and what to do about them in order to start burning fat and feeling better!

I was fortunate enough to do a quick split screen interview with Dr. Cabral, where we chatted all about these mistakes. He’s not only a good friend, but he’s also a Board Certified Naturopathic doctor. He really knows his stuff and has helped countless people find the health they thought was lost forever.

If you are making these 3 mistakes, it’s time to make a few changes to see results!

1. Estrogen Dominance

I recently struggled with headaches and getting rid of some water weight. I realized this was largely due to the birth control I was using. I have since made a change, and have seen a huge improvement. I asked Dr. Cabral to share a bit about that in this interview.  He explained that this was due to something called estrogen dominance. Estrogen dominance can happen for a number of reasons including: holding onto extra weight, toxicity, constipation, and of course, birth control. When the body is in a state of estrogen dominance, you may feel irritable and overwhelmed, experience brain fog, and develop breakouts around the chin and on your back. You may also experience various types of digestive issues about 5 days before the end of your menstrual cycle. The test for this is a simple saliva test. You can ask your doctor, a local naturopath or visit Dr. Cabral’s site if you think this might be an issue for you!

To address estrogen dominance you will likely want to do some type of cleanse or bodily reset to remove toxicity.

2. Not Getting Enough Sleep

Dr. Cabral shared that if you are not getting at least 6-7 hours of good sleep each night, then your resting blood sugar levels will be elevated when you wake up. When blood sugar levels are higher, your body struggles to burn fat. In addition, when your body is sleep deprived, it is operating in a state of survival. When in survival mode, your body lowers its metabolic rate, raises thyroid production and cortisol levels, and causes you to go into estrogen dominance. Sleep is incredibly important when you are trying to turn your body from a fat burner to a sugar burner.

3. Not Eating Enough

A major mistake many women make is not eating enough. It is important to eat enough of the right macronutrients from whole foods to keep your metabolic rate elevated. Macronutrients ensure that your body has enough energy and fuel for the day.

For women on low carb diets, you should consider cycling your carbs as opposed to cutting them out so your thyroid regulation isn’t decreased and your metabolic rate isn't slowed down. Dr. Cabral also mentioned how critical it is to eat foods that are rich in nutritional value, not just foods that fit your macros. This is key because your body needs the micronutrients found in whole foods to function optimally. If you want to think clearly, have clear skin, burn fat and feel energized, micronutrients are just as important as macronutrients. So, while a Snickers bar may fit your macros every day, it is important to ensure you are getting the proper nutrition from the foods you eat.

Dr. Cabral shared a ton of other helpful information, went more into the science, and shared a bit about his Greens product. To learn more, listen to the entire video here! Also, be sure to check out Stephen’s Instagram account and give him a follow. He’s got tons of helpful info to share!

Freedom through the FASTer Way to Fat Loss

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss has helped countless women get lean and fit... but it’s also helped them find freedom.

While I’ve never personally struggled with an eating disorder, being in the fitness industry has certainly tainted my view of diet and exercise. For years, those of us in the industry were told that it’s all about small meals scattered throughout the day, insane hour-long workouts 5-6 days a week, and regular weigh-ins to keep people motivated and on track.  We not only learned that this was the best approach to getting in shape, but we preached these methods to our clients.

Today we know better, but it’s still a fight to break past traditionally accepted methods of losing weight and staying fit—even if they never worked very well. However, there’s a new way to freedom through the FASTer Way, and that freedom is priceless!

Here’s how it happens:

Food freedom.

I define food freedom as feeling in control of the food you eat instead of food controlling you. Indulging when it’s worth it, passing when it isn’t, and never feeling guilt or shame regarding your food choices.

• Food freedom is feeling like I can maintain this lifestyle for the rest of my life.

• Food freedom is feeling like food can be fun again.

• Food freedom is not having to worry about mini-meals shoved into containers every. single. day.

• Food freedom is not stressing about what to eat and when to eat on my busiest days.

• Food freedom is having no guilt or shame over my favorite indulgences or treats with my family.

• Food freedom is not having to worry about eating as soon as I get up, and then again every two hours thereafter.

• Food freedom is not feeling enslaved to calorie counting.

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss has given me the freedom to eat a whole foods-based diet, full of the nutrients I need to feel full of energy every day, but it doesn’t consume me. It doesn’t overwhelm me. It doesn’t stress me out. I don’t have to eat first thing in the morning. I don’t have to plan ahead with a hundred little containers stuffed full of food every day. I can just live and enjoy my food!

Freedom from weigh-ins.

For years, I was told to do regular weigh-ins and I preached that to my clients as well. Some trainers did daily weigh-ins, no one did them less than weekly. The Biggest Loser and Weight Watchers are based around weigh-ins. Weigh-ins were the standard in the industry for YEARS. However, the FASTer Way has given me total freedom from having to weigh in. In fact, if I could, I would make everyone all across America throw out their scales! The scale truly cannot measure your health, wellness, or confidence. How you feel, how you look, and how much space you take up in your pants are far better indicators of overall well-being than a number on the scale. I no longer weigh myself, and don’t allow my clients to step on a scale at all, except to set a baseline for calculating macros. The FASTer Way has given me freedom to ditch the scale and start focusing on my non-scale victories instead.

Freedom to feel proud of yourself.

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss has given me the freedom to be confident in how I look and the progress I’ve made. If you are seeing progress toward your goals, there is nothing wrong with being proud of that! Our clients are learning to celebrate progress and the small wins on their journey toward the healthiest, strongest versions of themselves.

Freedom to rest and permission to scale back from workouts.

After years of grinding in the gym for hour-long insane workouts 5-6 days a week, the FASTer Way has finally given me the freedom to rest and scale back on my workouts. In fact, I’ve learned that it is absolutely imperative to take time to rest and listen to our bodies. The type of workouts we’ve been told to do are actually what cause the symptoms of hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue, and burnout.

Through the FASTer Way, we work out smarter. We pair our food cycle with the workouts that will give us the most bang for our buck. We eat enough to fuel our more challenging workouts. I only ask FASTer Way clients to really grind in the gym 2 days per week.

I’ve gained total freedom to step into the gym, realize I’m not feeling it, and scale back or just go home. I tell clients to do the same; if they haven’t slept well, have had a particularly stressful day, or are feeling under the weather, then they too have the freedom to call it a day and get some rest.

The FASTer Way will get you lean, fit, and strong, but more importantly, it will give you the same kind of freedom that my clients and I have found over the last year and a half.

If you’re ready to live a lifestyle of freedom, join us for the next round of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss. We start soon, so don’t miss out!! Register today and start learning how to live a better way!

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss for Breastfeeding Moms

Last week I had the privilege of doing a live split-screen interview with Dr. Karen Wonders.  Karen is the director of the Maple Tree Cancer Alliance, a nonprofit organization that provides exercise rehabilitation to men and women with cancer. She is also a wife, mom of 7 (yes, 7!), and FASTer Way To Fat Loss client.

A common question I come across for those interested in joining the FASTer Way postpartum is, “Will it affect my milk supply?” My response is always the same, “When you eat the food God’s intended for us to eat, your body will be able to do it’s job optimally.”

I asked Karen to chat with me because she began the FASTer Way to Fat Loss 5 weeks postpartum with her 7th child. She has seen phenomenal results—34 lbs in 4.5 months—all while maintaining her milk supply. Karen is proof of the body’s ability to work optimally when fueled properly and has some great tips for postpartum moms who want to go through the FASTer Way.

How does intermittent fasting affect supply?

Because you are still eating the same amount of calories each day, intermittent fasting doesn’t have a negative effect on milk supply. Your milk supply is most commonly affected when you restrict your caloric intake. However, through the FASTer Way, we will set your daily calories and macros to a level that is more than sufficient for both you and baby. The fasting aspect of the program should not play a significant role in your milk supply.

How does carb cycling affect milk supply?

Since our carb cycle requires you to focus on the specific macronutrients you take in every day, you are going to be eating more of the essential nutrients your body needs than when you just track calories. The carb cycle also allows your body to get plenty of each macronutrient, without completely cutting one out. This, again, is eating the way God intended, and fueling both your body and baby’s body well!

How does going gluten-free and dairy-free affect supply?

Women in the FASTer Way do this to varying degrees, however, I highly recommend going through the first 8 weeks gluten and dairy free. Because gluten and dairy are both highly modified during food production, they can be inflammatory for many people. For those who don’t go completely gluten and dairy free, they typically end up cutting way back on both gluten and dairy and still see phenomenal results. Kim found that this greatly improved her quality of life while having no effect on her milk supply. In fact, most new moms are told that too much dairy is likely to cause some gas and discomfort for baby, so this type of lifestyle is truly beneficial for both mom and baby.

What kinds of things should you pay attention to when breastfeeding on the FASTer Way?

Kim recommended a few ways to keep an eye on your milk supply including

• regularly checking baby’s weight and rate of wet and dirty diapers

• monitor baby’s weight gain and number of wet and dirty diapers

• if you pump, you will be able to keep a good eye on your milk supply (and make adjustments as you see fit)

As Kim shared, the FASTer Way isn’t a diet, but a flexible lifestyle that helps women in all seasons of life feel healthier, stronger, leaner, and more in control. If you are a breastfeeding mom, I highly recommend you give the FASTer Way to Fat Loss a try. We do make some slight modifications to the food cycle for those postpartum, but overall the program is completely doable at any stage of life. My best advice is to monitor your milk supply throughout those 8 weeks and if you see things changing (many have seen an increase in milk supply!), make note so we can make adjustments!

Everyone’s results will be different, but Kim’s insight and experience may be helpful to some of you who are concerned about how the FASTer Way might affect your milk supply. To listen to the entire interview, head on over to my Facebook page!

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The next round of the FASTer Way starts soon, so if you’ve been on the fence because of breastfeeding, rest assured that we will take care of your modifications and you will THRIVE through the program! Sign up today to join us for all the fun!

How to Become a FASTer Way to Fat Loss Certified Coach

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

As the FASTer Way to Fat Loss grew quickly in its early days, we knew that a coach certification program was the only way we’d be able to serve the number of clients that we knew would be coming. With more than 100,000 clients served and more than 1,500 coaches around the world, we are growing at an exponential rate! We are excited to welcome new coaches who are passionate about changing the health of others, as theirs has been changed by their dedication to the FASTer Way lifestyle.

The FASTer Way grew from 11 women in the very first round to thousands of new clients each and every month. This rocketship has taken off and we are thrilled to have so many incredible coaches on board!

If you are selected for our certification program, you will not only learn the ins and outs of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss program, but you will learn the important strategies behind marketing, growing, and running your own FASTer Way to Fat Loss groups.

Not sure if this certification is for you? Ask yourself these questions!

• Are you committed to helping others find the leanest, strongest, healthiest, most energized version of themselves?

• Are you ready to be a part of something bigger than the ineffective “quick fixes” cluttering up the internet today?

• Are you looking to earn significant income from a tried and true program that helps clients build healthier, more sustainable lifestyles?

• Are you tired of only earning a small percentage of sales from the challenge groups you run and want to increase your knowledge and credibility as a forward thinker?

• Are you tired of creating, branding, testing and iterating a new program every few months and looking to grow your already successful fitness business with a done-for-you program you can fully stand behind?

• Are you a past client who’s experienced the amazing results of the FASTer Way lifestyle? Are you ready to share this way of living with your family, friends and community while earning some money along the way?

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, applying for the certification program is the right choice!

Here’s How It Works

1. Join the next Live Coach Information Event (it’s free on Facebook) by getting on our waitlist. We hold this event just 4 times each year, so be sure to add your name to the list so you’re notified as soon as the next event is announced!

2. Schedule your interview as soon as times become available. These slots get filled quickly, so don’t wait. You’re not obligated to become certified if you are interviewed, but if you miss your chance for an interview, you’ll have to wait until the next Information Event.

3. Bring your A-Game to your interview! This is NOT a question and answer call, but an interview to determine if you are a good fit for the coaching opportunity. You will receive an email to notify you if you are accepted as a coach or declined.

4. Complete your certification, participate in the Coach Accelerator, and then help others change their health and their lives!

Once you join you’ll be part of our online coach community. Truly, this is one of the most-loved aspects of being a FASTer Way coach! Our community of coaches is completely unique—it’s a place of support, help, cheering, understanding, and belonging.

This coaching opportunity won’t just change the lives of your clients, it will also change YOUR life! Our generous compensation plan is unmatched in any industry and our coaches are absolutely thriving! We love living our core value of GENEROSITY and we love watching our coaches live it as well.

We hope to see YOU on the inside!

The One Thing I Can't Give You

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

The truth is, if you are in the FASTer Way to Fat Loss then we will provide you with everything you need to be successful. Except for one thing…

The proper mindset.

That’s one thing we can’t provide you with.

If you are just beginning the FASTer Way to Fat Loss, then your main goal is maintaining the right mindset.

That means:

You are focused on progress not perfection.

The end goal is important... but ALL progress is a step in the right direction. Forward movement is always a good thing and is super important to building a sustainable, healthy lifestyle.

You celebrate daily wins and small steps in the right direction.

The little victories each day add up to huge results over time. Maintaining a proper mindset means you are less focused on your missteps than on your daily wins.

You don’t compare yourself to others.

Everyone has different goals, different macros to hit, different PR’s in the gym, and different circumstances surrounding their journey. In order to maintain the proper mindset you’ve got to keep your eyes on your own paper.

You celebrate the non-scale victories just as much as the scale victories.

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss will help you burn fat effectively—but that’s not the point. The point is a better quality of life. The point is greater health, strength, and confidence. The point is so much more than lean legs and six pack abs, which is why you need to focus on the non-scale victories like more energy, better sleep and less stomach discomfort. Those matter in the long run!!!

The FASTer Way can turn your body from a sugar burner into a fat burner with the right combination of intermittent fasting, carb cycling, macro counting, weight training, and speed burst training. However, you’ve got to work on setting your mind on the positives, the successes, and the baby steps.

If you are continually focused on everyone else, the place where you’ve messed up and your limitations, you are going to struggle through the entire program, and honestly, through most of life. The FASTer Way to Fat Loss can give you the tools necessary to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. It’s your job to work on your focus to solidify a truly positive mindset!

FASTer Way to Fat Loss Cleanse + Cookbook Bundle Giveaway!

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

***GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED***

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss is growing and we couldn’t be more thrilled to launch our latest products!

So… we decided to host a little giveaway to get this launch party started!

When I began experimenting with intermittent fasting and carb cycling, my results were incredible! I immediately knew I had found something that not only got results but was truly sustainable. I also knew a program based on these strategies could help so many women burn fat, feel energized, and finally break past their weight loss plateaus. So, I created the FASTer Way to Fat Loss and haven’t looked back.  

I can wholeheartedly say THIS is the very best program on the market! No one else can match our strategies or our sustainable results because we focus on health and burning fat in a natural, sustainable way.

With more than 100,000 clients who’ve achieved incredible results, I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that this program can get results that last in a way no other program can.

However…

We are always looking for ways to make the FASTer Way better, more accessible, and easier to incorporate into a busy lifestyle. That’s why we are so excited to be offering the FASTer Way to Fat Loss Cookbook, and the FASTer Way to Fat Loss Juice cleanse.

The FASTer Way Cookbook seemed like a natural next step for the FASter Way to Fat Los. Our carb and macro cycle is not only incredibly effective, but is also incredibly flexible. However, knowing that coming up with meals that fit into your macro goals for the day can be time consuming at the start, we compiled some incredibly delicious recipes, calculated their macros, and incorporated them into a sample meal plan to give FASTer Way clients everything they need to be successful—while enjoying some amazing food!

The FASTer Way cookbook has:

• 21 dinners and sides, with macro counts,

• Tons of information about intermittent fasting, carb cycling, and effective workouts

• A 21-day sample meal plan, to use as a guide,

• An overview of our daily food cycle with workout recommendations,

• And much more!

As a standalone product, this cookbook packs an incredible punch!

In addition to this incredibly valuable cookbook, we’ve partnered with my friend and client Kimmye, founder of The Weekly Juicery, to offer a FASTer Way to Fat Loss Juice Cleanse for clients to use during the 24-hour fast. A juice cleanse is the perfect way to allow your body’s digestive system time to rest and recover, while still giving it the vital nutrients it needs to function optimally. Kimmye and her team have developed a cleanse specifically for FASTer Way Clients, with 6 certified organic, cold-pressed juices to look forward to during your cleanse day!

To read more about the benefits of juicing and intermittent fasting, check out this blog post.

With the launch of both the FASTer Way Cookbook and the FASTer Way Juice Cleanse, my team and Kimmye’s have partnered together to offer you an incredible giveaway.

One lucky winner will receive:

• A FASTer Way to Fat Loss Cookbook

• A FASTer Way to Fat Loss Juice Cleanse

• A 1-on-1 consult with a cleanse coach from The Weekly Juicery

• The Weekly Juicery Lunch Bag 

This package will help you kick off a FASTer Way Lifestyle by supplying you with everything you need to get started! Don’t want to wait to find out who the winner is? Head on over here to purchase your own bundle today!

Here’s how to enter:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

This giveaway will end Friday, March 24th at midnight. The winner will be chosen at random and notified via email. They will have 24 hours to respond and claim their prize!

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This package does not include the entire FASTer Way to Fat Loss program. However, if you’d like to join our next round, we will be kicking off soon. We’ll give you all the tools you need to build a solid foundation of health of fitness without the overwhelm, burnout, or unsustainable intensity usually associated with other programs. We can’t wait to see you on the inside!

Flexibility of the FASTer Way

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

As I sit here on the beach in Cancun, I could not be more thankful for the FASTer Way lifestyle. While the diet industry preaches low-fat, low-calorie, restrictive diets that are incredibly rigid, the FASTer Way offers incredible freedom while moving towards our goals.

Our clients see results in every season, and in every stage of life. This has become even more evident to me as I sit here enjoying my vacation, buffets and all, while sticking to the program.

I’ve enjoyed plenty of dessert, a few cocktails, and some delicious meals, all without any guilt. I didn’t have to crash diet before my trip, and I won’t have to crash diet after. I’ve simply made a few simple adjustments to the FASTer Way lifestyle and have been feeling incredible during our time away!

Here are a few ways this highly effective program offers my clients and me flexibility.

My eating window is flexible.

While on vacation, I can move my eating window/fasting window to suit the day’s activities. If we are going to enjoy a big dinner, than I shorten my eating window and eat dinner guilt-free. If I’m feeling like the breakfast buffet looks too good to pass up, I move my eating window up a little earlier. I can tweak my schedule while on vacation so I never feel deprived, but never get off track.

My daily cycle is flexible.

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss is based on a 7-day cycle that includes low carb days and regular macro days. Each day has specific guidelines regarding macro counts and workouts. While on vacation, I can arrange my days to best suit our vacation plans. This brings huge amounts of freedom, and once again allows me to enjoy my trip while keeping my nutrition and workouts tight.

My workouts are flexible.

The FASTer Way provides at-home workouts, gym workouts, and sprint workouts, not to mention a fantastic on-demand library filled with fantastic workouts you can do at home or on vacation! They are simple, straightforward, quick, and effective. Even a hotel gym can provide enough of the needed equipment for the FASTer Way workouts. Plus, the workouts never take more than 40 minutes, so I don’t have to miss out on any of my precious beach time to squeeze a workout in!

You simply don’t have to spend hours in the gym following a rigid plan that dictates every single calorie. You can live your life, vacations and all, while sticking to your goals. The FASTer Way is so effective because it allows you to eat the things you love, and adjust the program to meet your needs.

While there is a significant amount of science and intentionality behind the design of the program, it also offers lots of wiggle room. You don’t have to go through seasons of crash dieting to meet your goal before a trip or event, only to find yourself bingeing once that trip or event arrives. Instead, you can live a lifestyle of freedom and flexibility while feeling completely in control of your food choices and crushing your goals.

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Are you ready to take the leap and join the FASTest growing program on the market? Join more than 100,000 others who have found success and real results! Register today for the FASTer Way to Fat Loss and see what it can do for YOU!

Reasons to Consider Going Dairy Free

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

Our clients are often surprised to find that a major component of my FASTer Way to Fat Loss program is that we ask our clients to try a dairy-free lifestyle. While many don’t go completely dairy free, most do their best to cut back on dairy products during the program.

A major tenant of the FASTer Way program is that we truly want to help our clients feel in control of their food choices. In order to truly be in control, we must educate ourselves about what we put into our bodies.

While everyone reacts differently to dairy, I truly believe everyone will see an improved quality of life when cutting back on dairy, or cutting out dairy completely.

Here are a few things to consider regarding dairy products:

Cow’s milk is for cows.

Cows produce milk for the same reason humans do—to feed their young. The nutrients in a mother’s milk is perfect nutrition for a baby cow, just as a human mother’s milk is perfect nutrition for a human baby. However, humans did not have the same nutritional needs as baby cows... so we probably don’t need mama cows to give our bodies what they need.

Milk contains a lot more than milk!

A significant amount of antibiotics are given to cows to prevent them from getting infections. Those antibiotics filter into a cow’s milk supply, tainting what we find in our cups and cereal bowls. In addition, cows in the U.S. are pumped full of growth hormones, which, when consumed by humans, raises our IGF-1 levels. Increased IGF-1 levels have been linked to prostate, colon, lung, and breast cancers. When you pour yourself a glass of milk, you are pouring a little bit of milk, and a significant amount of hormones and antibiotics.

Milk causes digestive issues.

While this isn’t true across the board, it is true for many! According to Dr. Mark Hyman, “About 75 percent of the world’s population is genetically unable to properly digest milk and other dairy products—a problem called lactose intolerance.” Many of our clients report feeling less bloated and experiencing fewer digestive problems after cutting out dairy during the FASTer Way program.

Dairy doesn’t strengthen bones.

Wait, what? Is that right? Yes! In her article about going dairy free, Alisa Fleming cites a well-known study saying, “According to the landmark Harvard study of approximately 78,000 female nurses, women who consumed greater amounts of calcium from dairy foods had a significantly increased risk of hip fractures, while no increase in fracture risk was observed for the same levels of calcium intake from non-dairy sources.”

This wasn’t the only study to stumble upon these findings. Several other studies conducted over the years have shown countries with the highest rates of osteoporosis are also the highest consumers of dairy.

Many women ask if the issue I have is truly with dairy, or with the manipulation of dairy in today’s market. This leaves the door open for both organic or raw milk as alternatives to the modified milk we find in grocery stores. However, I truly believe milk is meant to be consumed by baby cows. Most of us stop producing lactase—the enzyme responsible for breaking down lactose—by the age of 5. Our bodies aren’t meant to consume milk much longer than when we are weaned.

With so many great-tasting, viable, healthy dairy replacement options on the market, I challenge you to give a dairy-free lifestyle a try! I am certain you will find some alternatives you love, and that the benefits to how you feel far outweigh the love you have for all things dairy.

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If you’re ready to feel better, have more energy, and simplify your life, then join us for the next round of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss! You’ll love the feeling of being in control of your food AND your life!

Sources

http://www.godairyfree.org/news/dairy-free-benefits

http://drhyman.com/blog/2010/06/24/dairy-6-reasons-you-should-avoid-it-at-all-costs-2/

Understanding Adrenal Fatigue

Understanding adrenal fatigue hasn’t always been easy, but as we learn more about it and what we can do to correct it, more and more people are beginning to heal and take their lives back!

What is Adrenal Fatigue?

Adrenal fatigue is a term used to describe HPA Axis Dysregulation. The HPA axis is what controls the body’s response to stress. The HPA axis (which includes your hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands) produces stress hormones in the body. In other words, adrenal fatigue occurs when these glands get overworked (when we experience prolonged stress) and they stop producing essential hormones, including cortisol.

Cortisol plays an important role in the body’s overall functioning. When under significant stress, cortisol helps redistribute energy to important parts of the body including the brain, heart, and muscles. This is why people are able to flip over a car after they’ve been in an accident to save someone inside. Our bodies are able to perform incredibly under extreme stress—for very short periods of time.

When functioning properly, the HPA Axis regulates the body’s responsiveness to stress, and everything works as it should. However, when the HPA axis is dysfunctional, the body is no longer able to respond to daily stressors and regulate its response to them. When this happens, it’s typical to experience huge spikes and drops in cortisol levels, which usually results in feeling completely wiped out and moody. Most people also experience:

• Exhaustion (even when they haven’t been active)

• Trouble sleeping (tired but wired)

• Depressed immune system (they get sick all the time)

• Can’t lose weight (no matter how much they work out or restrict food)

• Rely on coffee to get through the day

• Depression

If you regularly experience some or all of these symptoms, you might have adrenal fatigue.

While there are a number of reasons you could be experiencing this, two of the most common reasons are over-exercising and under-eating. Specifically, eating low carb for an extended period.

The Truth About Exercise

When you exercise at intense levels 6–7 days a week, you are placing your body under extreme stress. When you pair that with not eating enough—or not giving your body the right combination of nutrients—you can damage your HPA axis and its ability to function properly.

While there are plenty of other causes of adrenal fatigue—lack of sufficient sleep, trauma, chemicals and pollutants, chronic disease, and more—it’s extremely common to see adrenal fatigue in those trying to lose weight or stay fit through extreme over-exercising and under-eating.

What to do if You Suspect Adrenal Fatigue

If you think you may be suffering from adrenal fatigue, consider the following changes for a few weeks to see if there are any improvements. Depending on how severe your situation is, you may need much longer, but implementing some of these strategies should begin to offer some improvement.

Clean Up Your Diet

If your diet is heavy on processed foods, then it’s time to clean it up. Sugars and chemicals are empty calories—they provide our bodies with no nutrients, yet require them to work. In response, our bodies increase cortisol and insulin output, which puts a strain on the adrenals.

If you want to see a huge impact on your overall health, we highly suggest cutting out most processed foods and reducing sugar significantly. Naturally-occurring sugars found in fruits are acceptable because they also contain fiber and other vital nutrients.

Say Yes To Carbs

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss is based on carb cycling and not a strictly low carb/no carb approach because our bodies need carbs to function optimally. Cutting out carbs completely depletes glycogen, which supports brain function and overall energy levels.

If you’ve been eating low carb or no carb for a while now, it’s important to begin adding carbs back into your diet. The FASTer Way program does this in a cyclical fashion with low carb days and regular carb days, so your body learns to burn fat effectively while maintaining your energy levels.

Sleep More

If you are not getting enough sleep, you are placing stress on your body in big ways. You are not allowing your body the time it needs to recover from the day and from your workout. This lack of sleep causes cortisol levels to increase, straining your adrenals. Do your best to get 7-8 hours of sleep every night. Doing so will give your body the time it needs to heal itself and have a significant positive impact on your adrenal functioning.

Exercise Smarter, Not Harder

There is no need to beat your body down every single day. We suggest two intense workouts per week with the rest of your workouts at a moderate intensity, and including two rest days. This will keep you in the fat-burning zone without overtaxing your body. It is vital to give your body time to rest and recover in between workouts. When you go full-out every single day, your cortisol levels remain elevated much longer than they should. Again, this places stress on your adrenals and can worsen the symptoms of adrenal fatigue.

There Is Hope

Adrenal fatigue is not as uncommon as it may sound, and many of its causes can be reversed with simple lifestyle changes.

If you’re ready to explore these changes, get the support you need to succeed and finally start feeling better—when you join the next round of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss.

FASTer Way clients usually find that they have increased energy levels and sleep better. They see overall improvements in their mood and feel leaner and stronger than when they were eating less and working out more.

When you give your body what it needs each day and exercise in an effective and intentional way, you will not only see incredible fat loss, you’ll see an overall improvement in your quality of life.

The FASTer Way can help you manage the symptoms of adrenal fatigue as you learn to listen to your body, fuel it well, and exercise in a way that makes sense. If you’re ready to beat your fatigue and start having the energy you’ve been missing, then sign up today for the FASTer Way!

Nearly 200,000 clients have already experienced this amazing transformation. YOUR transformation is just a few clicks away. Join us now so you can feel amazing every single day!

Intermittent Fasting and Carb Cycling are the foundation of the FASTer Way program, because they are incredibly effective nutritional strategies. In addition to helping your body burn fat more effectively, they can help repair the damage done by over exercising and under eating. If you'd like to learn more about why they are effective, grab our FREE guide to Intermittent Fasting through the link below!

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

Intermittent Fasting Implementation FAQ's

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

The “F” word can be scary for a lot of people! And by F-word, I mean fasting, of course! While fasting seems extreme to some, our clients in the FASTer Way to Fat Loss know that it is an incredibly simple and effective way to turn your body into a fat burner!

Since the FASTer Way is based on intermittent fasting, we are often asked questions about how to implement this nutritional strategy. Today we’re answering the most common questions that pop up regularly so you have a go-to resource for all your questions about IF!

During the FASTer Way, you have clients fast everyday. Why and how do they do this?

During the FASTer Way, we shorten our eating window to 8 hours per day. Typically this looks like breaking our fast around noon, and eating until 8pm. The reason we use this style of intermittent fasting is because it gives the body time to rest and reset each day, keeping insulin levels low, and your metabolism working. This type of fasting allows us to burn fat while building lean, calorie-burning muscle, and optimizes mental clarity while curbing sugar cravings!

How Important is it to eat enough on training days?

During the FASTer Way program, we have two heavy training days each week. On these days, it is incredibly important to fuel our bodies sufficiently. Because our eating window is shortened, this can sometimes feel like a lot to eat. While it is so important to eat well to fuel our bodies, I generally recommend eating until you are about 80% full. Because we focus on getting lots of protein and healthy fats in throughout this program, you will often feel satiated with less. Eat until you are almost full, then stop!

What do you do if you are hungry before you break your fast? Does your body adjust to the shortened eating window?

Yes, you will adjust after a few weeks as your body moves from being a sugar burner to a fat burner. If you are feeling hungry before you break your fast: drink lots of water, have some coffee or tea, or drink some BCAA’s. If you have a schedule where you need to eat earlier in the day, that is totally fine, just move your eating window up, and stop eating earlier in the day.

Can you juice during your fasted window?

Yes! In fact, we’ve created a FASTer Way juice cleanse to support IF and even an extended 24-hour fast. The key to juicing during your fasting window is to focus on green juices. Cold pressed juices have the fiber removed during the juicing process, so our bodies are able to soak in the nutrients while remaining at digestive rest; which is important for us to see maximum results. You can also use a cold pressed juice when you would normally break your fast (around noon) to extend your fast a couple more hours.

When can I use BCAAs?

I drink my BCAAs during my fasted period on low carb days. I also use them prior to and after my strength training workouts. BCAAs are not required for the FASTer Way, but can make fasting a bit easier!

The benefits of intermittent fasting are incredible when it comes to fat loss, energy levels, and mental clarity. If you haven’t given it a try just yet, join us for the next round FASTer Way to Fat Loss. We start soon, so don’t miss out and lose your chance to be part of the movement that’s sweeping the nation!

FASTer Way Cookbook Coming Your Way!

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss has given incredible results to so many women over the past year. It has been absolutely amazing to see the lives that have been changed as a result of this program. Sure, there’s been a lot of fat lost, but there have also been a slew of non-scale victories that truly make doing what I do worth it. There is nothing we love more than a group of women who are finally feeling in control of their food choices and full of energy. It is an incredible blessing to be part of such transformations.

But to kick things up a notch, I’ve partnered with the wonderful Allison from Wild Thyme Cooking. After going through the FASTer Way, we began chatting about how to make eating through our cycle easier. As the owner of her own cooking school, Allison found herself creating delicious, simple meals for herself and her friends during the FASTer Way program. Since we know how difficult it can be to master a new way of eating, I asked Allison if she would consider putting together her recipes with some of mine and creating a FASTer Way cookbook.

Meal planning tends to be a challenge for most people, so in order to make things easier for everyone in the program, we have additional support through this cookbook! Allison and her skill set have been the perfect fit, and we could not be more excited to bring you this incredible tool!

What will you get with the cookbook?

• This cookbook will provide you with 21 days of recipes that can be used throughout and beyond the FASTer Way program.

• Recipes will be simple, quick, and straightforward. This program is created for busy go-getters. In order for this to fit with our program, it’s got to be simple!

• Recipes include macro counts for each meal, so you can quickly figure out which day each recipe will fit best on.

• All of the recipes will be preloaded into My Fitness Pal so clients can easily find them and track them throughout the program.

• All recipes will be gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and sugar-free.

Not a member of the FASTer Way? No problem! You can still order the cookbook to learn more about our lifestyle and create some mouth-watering meals your family will love.

Honest Feedback From Real Women, Like YOU!

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

We do things differently at the FASTer Way because we don’t just ask for client input at the end of the program, we ask for it within the first two weeks! This may seems a little early in the process, but amazingly, our clients are already seeing and feeling a difference, and they’re excited to tell us about it!!

If you’re ready to re-write your story and turn your ending from an unknown into a happy one, then transform your health and your life the FASTer Way. The next round is starting soon, so don’t wait! Register today for the FASTer Way to Fat Loss.

"I love this program for its ease & simplicity. It's clear and straightforward, and NOT difficult!! The MyFitnessPal app is a great tool, and really helps with the process of learning to eat in a healthy way. I love Amanda's enthusiasm and transparency, and her fun sense of humor." - JJ* 

"I am 17 years old and struggle with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's disease. My main goal in this program is to gain energy back and clean my gut. I am only on week two of this program but I can see a huge difference in my energy levels thus far :) The workouts have been very doable and I like the flexibility that this program gives while I am going to school and playing volleyball. This program has been a great decision for me and I am excited to see the results in the future." - Brianna*

"I'm only in the middle of week 2 of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss Program and so far, I absolutely LOVE everything about the program! I love the fasting, carb cycling, counting macros, and the workouts are awesome! My favorite day is Leg Day! I really enjoy working my legs! For almost a year now, I have been working out HARD 6 days a week and eating way under my calorie requirements. At first, I saw results working out hard and eating less, but then I plateaued and my body and my mind were in a funk. I even went to the doctor to get blood work done to check my hormones, etc. because I was in such a funk. Now, through Amanda's program, I'm going hard 2-3 days a week and eating more! I'm officially in the middle of week 2 (week 3 if you count prep week) and I have never felt better! I have more energy and I'm more focused then ever before. I'm out of my funk! I feel good! I feel like me again!!! I believe intermittent fasting and carb cycling is just what my body and my mind needed. Thank you Amanda for offering such an amazing program!"  - Melissa*

"As an NP and nutritionist, I "thought" I knew it all about how to manage my food intake and exercise to get the results that I wanted... but IF is a GAME CHANGER. I am SO grateful that Amanda introduced me to IF... that, combined with a change in my workouts, has really created the momentum I needed. I'm 45 yo...and have lost 3 lbs in the first month and I'm hoping that the second month of FWTFL will permit me to lose the last 7 lbs that I have accumulated since my thyroid and mercury issues became problematic. My own functional medicine provider and my own functional nutritionist are thrilled for me....thank you, Amanda!!!! I am now advocating IF for my own nutrition clients and will be sharing this with all my friends, many of whom struggle with their own thyroid issues." - Cynthia Thurlow*

"I am ten days into the program. I am loving it so far. I have never seen results like this, and so quickly. I haven't stepped on a scale, but my pants are fitting better, and my tummy is already flatter. More importantly, I feel strong and I have tons of energy. The first week of the program was hard, but I'm so glad I pushed through. The workouts are really great—manageable on a busy schedule but also effective. I can't wait to see what happens over the next four weeks."*

"I haven't taken any measurements or weighed myself yet (because it's a no-no), but I can say that just a week and a half into the program, my pre-pregnancy pants are fitting just fine, and a couple pairs may be a little loose! That feels amazing!" -Catherine Ford Claycomb*

"I'm just 10 days into the program, and I feel so confident about what I'm doing for myself. I'm 61, and over the ages and stages of life, I have learned how important it is for us women to make time for our own health and fitness. As I've gotten older and my metabolism has slowed, I had become more disheartened with the changes in my body. I refused to throw in the towel! After looking at several options, I decided on this program, and I am so happy I did. Amanda is extremely positive and supportive, and her guidance every step of the way with nutrition and workouts has made this an easy program for me to follow. I am feeling healthier and more energetic, and my waist is already 1 inch smaller!" - Rita*

"I am in my mid-30's with two young children. I have always prided myself in living an active lifestyle and being healthy. Unfortunately, the last few years, I've started gaining weight and becoming sick frequently. After trying multiple weight loss plans and exercise options I had given into my new identity of being a larger version of my once small self. Until, I had a friend introduce me to the FASTer Way to Fat Loss program. My body took to it almost instantly. Within the first week, I already felt better and started noticing a difference in how my clothes fit and how I see myself. I am so excited to see what the results will be at the end of my six-week session, because after two weeks I'm already further than I ever was with other programs. I would recommend this program to anyone that wants a healthy and long-term goal for weight loss." - Christina M.*

"The FASTer Way is a complete game changer. As a personal trainer, I have been blown away with the results I've personally seen (as well as results I've seen from others!). I've never felt such a drastic change in myself—physically, mentally, etc.—despite trying countless workout programs, meal plans, and products. Amanda is there every step of the way and the community she has created of strong, empowered women is like no other!" -Lizzy Wingate: Cardio, Weights, & Protein Shakes*

"With being almost 2 weeks into the program, I feel like my body is already changing from the inside out. I'm more confident, feel lighter and am really enjoying working out. Having a plan as far as eating and nutrition has brought so much freedom to me. I know that with the community of ladies, knowing we're all in this together, and accountability to Amanda, I will succeed in meeting my personal fitness goals." - Lindsay*

"This has been a game changer for me. I was stuck in a rut as far as exercise and eating were concerned. I have always been on the thin side, but these last few years have been hard. Once you hit 50 things change. Weight doesn't come off as fast and it goes to different places. My exercise also took a hit. I just didn't have a plan. I was following a blogger that had started this program and I loved her results. I signed up and am so glad I did. I have way more energy, I'm loving the intermittent fasting and I have a routine that works for my life style. As far as results, my pants are fitting better because my bloat is gone. Thank you Amanda Tress for helping me feel better during this difficult transition of life!" - Marybeth*

"I am in awe of how different my body feels after following this program for just 2 weeks. Even though I was hit with the flu, my body is already changing and I have so much more energy than I did a couple of weeks ago. Intermittent fasting has truly changed the game for me, and Amanda's program as a whole has given me a new perspective on living a healthy life."*

"This program covers EVERYTHING for the participant. I'm in my late 50's and can use this program in the comfort of my own home. Amanda shares, encourages and simplifies this journey for every client. She has made me stop and think about my food and exercise goals. I feel a difference already and I'm only mid-way through week 2!" - Amy*

"I haven't weighed myself or taken any measurements beyond the initial ones at the beginning of the program, but even half way through week two I can see subtle differences in over all body definition. My mind set has shifted to the point where I view workouts as a treat for myself and not a horrible ordeal to just 'get through.' On this program I'm not needlessly spinning my wheels during workouts and wasting my own time for marginal results. I've realized I deserve to take workout time for myself to invest in my health and happiness. I adore all the ladies in my small group and Amanda really does check in every day to see how we are doing and answer questions! For the price of this 6 week program I feel like I'm getting an incredible deal! I've already told several people about the FASTer Way to Fat Loss program (including my mother!) and am planning on signing up for a 2nd round myself!" - Rachel Christian*

"I'm on my second round of the Faster Way program and I'm in love. I had really satisfying results in my first round but felt like it was such a learning experience that I needed to give it another round to really put what I learned about intermittent fasting into practice more effectively and make it a lifestyle. I think anyone who gives this program and honest chance will be so happy they did. I am an athlete and was fit before I started, I was exercising and doing cardio 6 days a week before starting this program but my body was at a plateau both in appearance and performance. Now I'm enjoying more varied workouts, my diet is waaaay better, I PR'ed some of my favorite trail runs, and I'm leaner and stronger. The best part—not feeling deprived or hungry."  - Jennifer*

It’s an honor to work with so many amazing clients. If you’re ready to take it to the next level like they have, then join us for the next round of the FASTer Way to Fat Loss! Don’t miss out, once registration closes, you’ll have to wait until the doors open again!

FASTer Way Client Spotlight: Kim Ray

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

As the testimonials for the FASTer Way to Fat Loss continually roll in, we are honored and humbled to be part of the journey for so many. What we love most is hearing that people finally feel like they are in control of their own food choices. For so many, this is truly a struggle and one that we are committed to helping women overcome. I truly believe that we have the ability to care for our bodies in a way that allows us to operate with optimal mental clarity and energy—all day long! The responses that continue to pour in tell story after story of women who are doing just that.

Today we are featuring one such woman who CRUSHED it during her round of the FASTer Way! Kim Ray is a mom and fashion blogger. Juggling life with 5 kids and an online business, Kim knows that staying healthy is incredibly important to doing life well. We asked Kim a bit about her experience with the FASTer Way program, check out what she had to say!

How many inches did you lose and how long did it take?

I measured my waist at roughly 3 1/2 weeks and lost 3 inches, so it’s probably even more now!

What are some other diets and weight loss strategies you’ve tried? What were your results with those?

Eating every 3 hours a lean protein and good carb. I did this after having my kids and it was effective but I felt bored and it was time consuming. I didn't have any help on how to mix up my foods so the good ole chicken breast and rice got really old.  I gained about 8 lbs over the last year and I just couldn't bring myself to do this one more time...so happy for the FASTer Way program!

How did this plan compare to other plans you’ve tried in the past?

I just felt like I had freedom to eat during my feeding time. I also felt so great the minute I cut out dairy and gluten—I have had headaches every day for the last 2 years, and the minute those were gone I was so encouraged to keep up with this plan!

What was your hunger like on this plan?

I never felt hungry... I will say I craved certain things, but never felt  truly hungry!

Did you find this plan easier to stick to than other plans you’ve tried?

Yes I felt the workouts were totally doable; that has always been harder for me than following an eating plan.  If the workout is too hard for me I usually just give up. This workout regimen was completely doable.

Would you say that you’ve struggled with midsection fat? If so, how did this program help?

Um yes!! After having 5 kids it took a toll on my midsection. I had been contemplating having a tummy tuck because I am very self conscious about my stomach. I have Diastasis Recti and so I was under the impression that it might not look any better. After this program it has improved a lot and that is HUGE to me!

What tips would you give to those about to start the FASTer Way?

My best tip for anyone is to be prepared.  My husband travels all week and my kids all eat different things, so for me it was unrealistic to cook a bunch of healthy food just for myself each night.  I would spend part of the day on Saturday / Sunday cooking things that I could eat all week.  Having things readily available with minimal effort was huge for my success.  I would prepare things like meatballs and jalapeño turkey burgers in advance, so I could just cook them as needed!

Besides fat loss, what other benefits did you notice?

More energy and fewer headaches!

Would you recommend this program to friends and family?

Yes! I believe it works really well and I also believe with a little determination it is a totally doable and sustainable lifestyle. This is not just a diet but a lifestyle change... this is it!

What kinds of encouragement do you have for anyone going through the FASTer Way program?

Just stay committed even when you cheat... start right back up again.  Just because you eat 1/2 a pan of Rice Krispie treats (I didn't do that), doesn't meant you can't be successful the rest of the day or week!!

You can find Kim on her gorgeous blog, Instagram, and Facebook. Be sure to follow her for all sorts of amazing fashion inspiration!

Kim saw significant results through the FASTer Way, just like 100,000+ other clients have! We have another round starting soon, and I know you won’t want to miss your chance to burn fat, feel amazing, and CRUSH your goals! Register today to reserve your spot!

What's the Best Diet?

*Disclaimer: results may vary.

I am regularly asked by potential clients which diet is best for fat loss. Here’s the deal. I am a firm believer that there is no one diet that fits everyone. While I do believe there are benefits to several different nutritional strategies, there are a few guiding principles you should consider when deciding what’s right for you.

What can you stick to?

One of the most important things to consider when deciding how to build your diet is what you will stick to for the long haul. Anyone can lose weight with an unhealthy quick fix, but the long-term effect of that kind of diet is inevitably more weight gain. You’ve got to consider what will be sustainable so your body becomes an effective fat burner over time. Look for a nutritional approach that slowly changes your overall lifestyle and approach to health. Be sure there is room for enjoyment and flexibility, or you’ll give up on it before you even get started.

What has science behind it?

Do your research on the long-term effects of a diet or nutritional strategy. How will this approach affect your hormones? How will it affect your metabolism over time? Will it improve your body’s overall functioning? Or will it just help you lose weight? If you can’t find some solid research of an approach, and all you have are testimonials with bathroom selfie before and afters, run away… quickly! However, if you can back up the testimonials with solid research from several different sources, then you’ve got a promising approach.

What will make you healthier?

Most people search the web for a diet that will help them drop weight so they can look better. But if a diet doesn’t help you towards a lifestyle of health, energy, and strength, then it isn’t one worth pursuing. Consider the ways a nutritional approach will nourish your body, make you stronger, and increase your body’s ability to function optimally. If a diet removes entire food groups, or restricts your calories to extreme levels, then it isn’t going to allow your body to work effectively so that you feel your best.

There truly is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition. That is why you have to do your own research, try some different approaches and see what works for you. There are definitely seasons for a reset, but typically, drastic measures are going to bring quick results that don’t last. Work on building a healthy lifestyle that works for you so that you not only look your very best, but feel your absolute healthiest.

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The FASTer Way to Fat Loss combines several different approaches to nutrition, including intermittent fasting, IIFYM with whole-food nutrition, and carb cycling, which gives our clients maximum fat loss results in the healthiest way possible. This program truly builds a lifestyle and is suitable for those who want to see significant changes in their waist lines, energy levels, and overall health. The next round starts soon, so don’t wait!! Join us before we’re full, we don’t want you to miss out!!

4 Tips for Living A Healthier Lifestyle

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The older I get and the more research I do, the more convinced I’ve become that less truly is more. As we’ve made some big changes last year both at home and in our business, we’ve decided that we’re all about simplifying and focusing.

• As a FASTer Way team, we’ve decided to pour our time and energy into a few key areas, and say no to everything else.

• At home we’re saying yes to experiences together, and no to more stuff we don’t need.

• In terms of health, I’m living the FASTer Way and feeling better than I’ve ever felt before!

I’ve also made a few other changes that’ve helped me feel stronger, healthier, and happier over the past few months. Here are 4 tips that have given me some significant results in terms of my own health and energy levels.

1. Scale back on your workouts.

When I first entered the fitness industry, I worked out at an incredibly high intensity for at least an hour a day, 7 days a week. Today, I don’t ever do more than an hour, 5 days a week, and I’ve learned to listen to my body. When I get to the gym, there are some days when I’m just not feeling it. On those days, I either don’t go full out on my workout, or just skip it all together.

I only kill it in the gym twice a week, which is helping me keep my thyroid levels in check, and my immune system strong. I’m no longer low on energy because I’m spending so much of it in the gym. I’m working out smart, fueling my workouts efficiently and feel stronger than I’ve ever felt!

2. Get a dose of Vitamin D every single day

Brandon and I take a few minutes every morning and every afternoon to sit outside and soak in some vitamin D. This has been huge for me, especially during the winter months. If you don’t live in a sunny location, do your best to get out when the sun does come out. I promise you, it will make an incredible difference to your overall mood!

3. Eat gluten free and dairy free 90% of the time

I focus on eating a real-food, veggie-based diet. I avoid any kind of inflammatory food, most of the time. While we enjoy treats occasionally, we eat in a way that truly helps us feel our best. In addition, we use probiotics to help keep our gut bacteria in check. These two things combined have helped increase my energy levels, decrease bloating and stomach discomfort and have left me feeling well fed and satisfied.

4. Quit striving to look a certain way

For the first time in my life, I actually feel great about the skin I’m in. I work hard with my FASTer Way clients, and don’t feel like I need to get shredded or any leaner than I am right now. I truly feel confident in my body and that has taken an incredible weight off my shoulders. I love feeling lean and strong all year long. Not having the constant pressure to meet another fitness goal has helped me feel so much happier overall.

I cannot say this enough, being committed to looking a certain way is NOT the point of the FASTer Way to fat loss. While it is often a byproduct, I’m all about helping you live the HEALTHIEST lifestyle possible.

My own personal goal is true health and wellness so I can live my life with energy, focus, and excellence. Feeling confident in my own skin is obviously a piece of that puzzle, but it is simply a piece... not the entire puzzle.

I challenge you to consider some areas of your life where some changes may need to be made in order to live a healthier lifestyle. Maybe you need less screen time, more movement, more sleep, time boundaries, or a cleaner diet. Whatever the case is, commit to making the changes you need to make, so you not only look your best, but feel your best, each and every day.

If you’re looking to make some changes to your lifestyle in terms of diet and exercise, then join me for the FASTer Way to Fat Loss!. This truly is a holistic program that will not only get you leaner and stronger, but will give you back the energy you need to rock your life in every way! Sign up here, for our next round starting soon!

The Scale Is A Liar

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If I could, I would come to your house right now and throw away your scale.

Seriously, it’s time we had a talk!

The scale is truly a liar.

The scale lies and tells some people they are “healthier” than they truly are.

The scale lies and tells some people they are not as “healthy” as they “should” be.

The scale lies and tells some people they aren’t enough.

The scale lies and tells some people they are too much.

I’ll say it again...

The scale is a liar and I wish I could throw them all away!

Steve Maraboli sums it up perfectly when he says, “... the scale can only give you a numerical reflection of your relationship with gravity. That’s it. It cannot measure beauty, talent, purpose, life force, possibility, strength, or love.” (Maraboli).

Did you catch that? The scale measures your relationship with gravity. It doesn’t measure your energy levels, your strength, your endurance, your cholesterol, your blood pressure, your confidence, or your commitment. The scale can’t tell the difference between a 110lb “skinny fat” person who eats fast food all day, or a 110lb fitness pro who eats clean and lifts all day. The scale can’t tell the difference between a 130lb woman with high blood pressure and fat around her midsection, or a 130lb woman who is lean, toned and incredibly fit.

If I showed you pictures of women who were truly healthy and fit, you would probably be incredibly surprised at their actual weight. While a pound is a pound, whether it’s fat or muscle, a pound of muscle looks a whole lot smaller and leaner than a pound of fat!

Not to mention, the number of things that can throw off the scale are insane.

Try a little something for me: step on the scale and weigh yourself. Then, drink a glass of water and step on the scale again. I bet you “gained” some weight. Obviously, you know that’s not true, but a tiny thing like a glass of water, or weighing yourself before you pee, can move the scale up to a pound! Some people’s weight will shift up to 3 pounds from evening to morning. That’s crazy, people!

We’ve GOT to stop defining our worth and our success by the number we see on the scale. We’ve GOT to stop doing unhealthy things just to see that number get smaller. We’ve GOT to get rid of our scales and start pursuing health, energy, strength, and progress. We’ve got to get off the “weigh-in” roller coaster and start working hard at the gym and eating to fuel our bodies!

While I would love to come over to your house right now and get rid of that scale, I can’t. But, I can tell you to stop the madness, friend! Don’t live by the scale. Get rid of the scale. Be DONE with the scale.  

Interested in getting the support you need to get rid of your scale once and for all?! Join us for the FASTer Way to FAT Loss, where there are NO weigh-ins throughout our 6 weeks together. You get to weigh yourself once at the beginning of the program, that is all! We need to set a baseline to calculate your macros, but then I truly want you to start celebrating non-scale victories and pursuing a lifestyle of health and energy.

If you are ONLY interested in a number on the scale, then the FASTer Way is not right for you! If you’re interested in burning fat, getting lean, and FEELING your best, then this is the program for you. Sign up to join us for the next round, and let’s get lean, fit, and healthy the right way!