Congrats!! We Are Proud of YOU!🌟🎉😍

Happy Saturday! 

We are so proud of each of you who took our TransFIVE no sugar challenge! YOU DID IT! You made it five days with less sugar!  And...even if you didn't do all 5 days.... be proud of yourself for even trying... or even looking at labels differently and recognizing how much added sugars are in your foods.  What an accomplishment!  If you didn't take the challenge with us this week, it's not too late. You can purchase our TransFIVE eBook on our website under the SERVICES tab! We are so excited about this October and we are planning to make it your BEST month yet! Join us for our Optimism in October challenge!

You can do it! 

Here is a great recipe we want to share from our TransFive eBook! You can find more healthy recipes on our website under the HEALTHY LIVING TAB! 

Hummus-Crusted Chicken
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• salt and pepper
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 3 small potatoes, diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1 cup hummus, homemade or store-bought 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 lemons
• 1 tsp. smoked paprika

Directions:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Prepare one large baking dish or two smaller baking dishes with cooking spray.
Pat the chicken dry. Season the chicken breasts with generous pinches of salt and pepper. In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, squash and onion with olive oil until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper.
If using one baking dish, place all of the vegetables on the bottom of the dish in an even layer. Lay the four chicken breasts evenly on top, then cover each chicken breast with the hummus so that the entire breast is covered. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chicken and vegetables. en sprinkle the pan with smoked paprika. inly slice the remaining lemon, and place the slices in between the chicken and vegetables.

**If using two pans, use one for the chicken and one for the vegetables.**

Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Serve immediately. 

We are so proud of you and hope that you feel inspired and encouraged! You are capable of anything that you put your mind to! With God, all things are possible! We would love for you to join us for our new sessions- Biblical Meditation and our Bible Study session. You can sign up on the app HERE! Also, you can now purchase our Bible Study eBook on Amazon HERE! We are so excited about this October and can't wait to see you in the studio for some energining, transforming workouts! Saturday 8 am is one of our favorites!

If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Finish TransFIVE Strong!!!

Happy Thursday!

Thank you for joining us for the transFIVE Challenge! We are SO proud of you for accepting the challenge to eliminate sugar for 5 days to make the first week of October your best! Challenge yourself to workout daily and come join us in the studio for strength training, running, Bible study, Biblical meditation, or yoga! You can do 5 days with no sugar- we believe in you!! 

As we enter into Day 4, here is a great reminder- Release all your worries to the Lord! We pray that you are able to surrender all control to Him.  Rest in His peace and His love for you. The Lord reminds us in His word 365 times to not be afraid- one for each day. May we live in the freedom found in Christ! 

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." 1 Peter 5:7

You are beautiful and made in His image! Shine today beautiful friend! Make today your best day and commit to eliminating sugar today! Take this journey just one day at a time! You will feel energized & revitalized at the end of the 5 days! Please read the daily inspiration for today in the eBook & remember your goal for this week! 

Keep these great tips in mind each day- 

• Avoid simple carbohydrates, like processed breads and cereals 
• Consume ALL your meals prior to 7:00 P.M. Then, brush your teeth for the night and avoid any food until the next morning when you eat breakfast 
• Drink a minimum of 100 ounces of water DAILY
• Try to eat less fruits and MORE veggies
• Exercise for 30 minutes in the morning and 30 minutes in the afternoon- one option would be to alternate your strength training and cardiovascular exercise

YOU ARE ENOUGH! The Lord has created you in His image! Be encouraged by His truth! Thank you for accepting the challenge! Stick with the meal plan today! You are strong and you can complete these FIVE DAYS! We believe in YOU! Download our app, TransFit to book sessions and find recipes, inspiration, and workouts! Follow us on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and Snapchat @transfitathens, to keep up with what is happening in the studio, enter in great giveaways, and find new recipes or workouts to try! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

"Let us RUN the race marked before us..." Why do you RUN?

Happy Wednesday, friends! 

Can you believe we are in our last week of September?! The month has flown by, and we hope that you have made this your best month yet and challenged yourself in our September squat challenge! Today, I am excited to share some stories that will inspire you to run or walk .... not just physically but run the race of life- well.  "Why would you ever want to do that to your body" many people have asked these past few weeks as we talk about a marathon. On September 19-  Lisa, Allison, Sara & I finished a marathon in Chicago.  Yes I emphasized finished because there were a few times where I wanted to stop and give up.  However, reflecting back on the marathon trip I realized we are all running marathons- daily - the marathon of LIFE! You have an easy pace one day, a race pace another, a natural high and a rock bottom low. We all have those feeling some days that we can't take another stop forward but with help from God, friends, and family yes we can! That is why I love a marathon!!! To have to fully rely on Christ to get me through seemingly impossible situations when I physically can not stand on my own. Exercise is worship! No matter how much you train in this marathon of life we will all be tested but when you trust in Him, you CAN and you WILL finish the race. 

I am excited for you to read these stories below.

Love and blessings, C

Sara Swann, Allison Cass, Lisa Patton, Caroline Ward

In Lisa's words: I trained for a marathon, but the Lord had a bigger plan for me. To prepare for the marathon, I carefully planned workouts, journaled food, added more water and was well hydrated for all workouts. I spent time focusing on scripture and positive thoughts in preparation for the mental challenge of the race. I felt confident and ready. I planned, prepared, and then performed, however my outcome was not what I had envisioned. A stomach virus had crept in and I was febrile and nauseated during the race and for the next few days. If I didn’t accomplish what I had set out to do, where was this peace and fullness coming from? As I reflect on the weekend, God presses on my heart the true race we are running. Our training plan is set for eternity. We are all running a marathon. Sometimes the outcome is exactly what we planned for and sometimes it takes a turn we never expected; even one we were careful to avoid. One of my favorite things about marathon training was the fellowship and accountability with my TransFit running partners. Yes, sweet friends, we need the accountability for physical fitness and wellness, but oh, how much more precious are these relationships that we are building for our marathon of life.

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Sara's marathon story: I started running and still do, because I love being outdoors, feeling the breeze in my face and the feeling of joy it brings when I finish a run! Sometimes it's hard to get started; its cold or hot, I'm tired, or it's really early when the alarm goes off, but the feeling of pure joy and the fellowship of the wonderful women inspire me to "do it anyway". I love challenging myself to new goals and the feeling of accomplishment when I reach them, and the accountability partners that help me get there! Nothing like the feeling of finishing a race whether it's a 10k, half or full marathon. I think running is a lot mental for me- a good way to have some personal time alone with God, enjoying His beauty or the time to get to talk with other friends to encourage one another! It sets the tone for a great day to go out and sweat, release energy, spend time in prayer and surround yourself with encouraging women! This marathon was really special because I was able to enjoy it with some amazing women. The training is time consuming and difficult to work into your busy life but the reward is so much more than any sacrifices made!! I had to battle some obstacles going into the marathon with a foot injury and an upper respiratory infection the week before however the good Lord taught me some lessons in this and helped get me through the race- a feet I could not have done without His strength!! Because of that, the beautiful scenery, amazing friends and the strength of my God, I have never felt more close to God or had quite a feeling of elation after finishing this marathon! It was life changing and I would encourage everyone to do a 5K, 10k, half or full marathon so they can also experience this! Unbelievable! 

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Allison's marathon story: If anyone had asked me this time a year ago if I had any interest in running a marathon, my response would’ve definitely been a huge NO , accompanied by bellowing laughter!  That seemed like a goal so unattainable that I wouldn’t have even considered it possible.  I have always loved running…but definitely short distances, usually 4-5 miles a few times a week. It wasn’t until after I ran my first half marathon in April that I truly realized how passionate I really was about running.  After the half, Sara and I continued to run with a running group on the weekends and it became something that I looked forward to each week!  I got to know some of the most precious ladies and established friendships that I will be forever grateful for. Many, many problems were solved and deep questions were answered on those early Saturday morning runs.  As our mileage crept up, it briefly entered my mind that I might could TRY…but it wasn’t until my husband gave me the little nudge of support I needed to really set the goal and say…YES, I can!!   I did, however, tell Caroline and Lisa that I felt like I’d probably lost my mind ;) !  But from that point on, I’d committed so I chose to not look back.  It was a journey in itself just to get to that weekend of Sept 17th.  So many miles logged, so many days checked off our training plan, so many questions and fears.  I just can’t express how instrumental Caroline and Lisa were in keeping us accountable and guiding us through the training process—soooo grateful for the instruction and support they provided through all of it.  The weekend itself was incredible!!  We saw God’s hand in so many things throughout the whole weekend.  We had such an AMAZING support group of both family and friends back home and we truly felt all the prayers lifting us up throughout our time in Illinois.  We had such a sweet, special time, enjoyed fellowship with one another and were able to focus on not only our physical health and readiness for the race but more importantly on our spiritual health and our relationships with the Lord.  It became so clearly evident the correlation between running this actual race and the race of life.  Race day was amazing! Those last 6 miles were TOUGH!! But we powered through and to finally see the finish line was so wonderful!!  While that day was the culmination of all the many weeks of training and hard work…I realized it was the time spent those couple days before that I am most grateful for.  The whole thing was such an empowering, spiritual experience that I will always treasure.  I learned so much, I grew so much…I’m just so thankful.

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles.  And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

~Hebrews 12:1-2

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We each have a race set before us! May we look to the Lord for guidance while running the race marked before us! We would love for you to join us Friday at 12:30 at the TransFit studio for our Walking and Running Lunch and Learn! Please sign up on our app here! We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

"I WILL..." Commit to Mental Strength

Friends, 

To go along with our Strength in September theme, we wanted to emphasize the importance of mental strength in our lives. While we focus on becoming physically strong through our challenge, such as the September Squat challenge, let's  take time to center our minds! 

So, what exactly does mental strength look like? A great example we wanted to share with you all is a small exercise you and your family (or roommates for our sweet college students) can do together. I, Caroline, recently read about a family who goes around the table during breakfast every morning and each of them give an "I will" statement for that day. These statements shape each individual's mind to allow them to live purposefully and intentionally for the day. At the end of the day, the family talks about what became of their "I will" statements, and what God was able to accomplish through them that day. What is it important to vocalize these statements?

Beginning our days with an "I will" statement allows us to live intentionally. God calls us in Colossians 4:5 to "Live wisely among those..., and make the most of every opportunity." In order to truly make the most of every opportunity, we need to live our lives with an "I will" mindset. We need to seek to find opportunities to share love and encouragement and give our best in every moment of the day. 

So today, we want to challenge you to set an "I will" statement. Even if it's just for the day of the week, begin to transform your mind by having an eternal mindset, living each day with purpose. Come join us on Tuesday's at noon for our NEW Biblical Meditation session and on Thursday's at noon for our TransFit Bible Study. You can sign up on the TransFit app HERE! 

Blessings, 

Caroline and Team TransFit 

Save the Date for Three Big Upcoming Events!

Hi sweet friends! 

We are grateful the power is back on the the TransFit studio this week! Come in for a total body, mind, and spirit reset and refocus for your week! Remember to join us for our September Squat challenge.  Send in your calendar at the end of the month to be entered to win a FREE month of sessions!  

Please join us for our THREE BIG EVENTS this September! We are excited to announce the kick off of our new sessions this month and a community wide Lunch & Learn!

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Biblical Meditation- Beginning September 19 from 12-1 PM

We will be offering a Biblical Meditation session on Tuesday's at noon this will begin on September 19. The 55-minute guided biblical meditation session will offered by Valerie Langley.  We realize meditation is so important because when we get quiet and still we have the opportunity to hear God. The difference in praying and mediating is: prayer is us talking to God and meditation is us listening to Him. Not only is meditation great for reducing stress and anxiety but it also can strengthen your connection to God and align your thoughts with His. Meditation has also been scientifically proven to lower blood pressure, help with sleep, reduce pain, increase memory and attention, boost your immune system, help you to respond instead of react, increase productivity, and form new neural pathways literally changing your brain. You will  learn how to meditate in the session as well as be lead though a transforming experience. 

Sign up on the Mind Body or TransFit app- Use TransFit TransFormer or Yoga Session Credit for Meditiation session.

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TransFit Bible Study- Beginning September 21 from 12-1 PM

We are also offering our TransFit Bible Study on Thursday's 12-1pm with Caroline Ward. The Bible Study will begin on September 21.  Cost for this 6 week session is for the Live TransFormed Book only. Please sign up on Mind Body or the TransFit app! 

The Live Transformed Bible Study is a 6 week study learning more about transformation of the body, mind, and spirit! Here is an overview of the study:

Week One: Foundation for Transformation 

Week Two: Your Body is a Temple

Week Three: Nutrition is Vital

Week Four: Exercise is Worship

Week Five: Your Mind is the Center

Week Six: Be Filled with the Spirit 

Extra Materials: Daily Checklist, Goal Worksheet, Steps for Success

Workouts: 6 Total Transformation Workouts

Meal Plans: 6 weeks of daily meal plans

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Lunch and Learn, Tips for Healthy Walking and Running- September 29 at 12:30 PM

We would love for you to join us Friday, September 29 at 12:30 PM at the TransFit studio. At this event, we will learn more about walking and running specific exercises to strengthen gluten and hips, best foods for walkers and runners, Yamuna foot rolling for healthy feet, how to strengthen your mind to break through blocks, and the importance of specific shoes! The Lunch & Learn will be a fun fellowship event where we enjoy Lunch from the Pine and learn healthy running and walking tips! 

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We are so excited for these new sessions and hope that you will be able to join us! You can sign up on our app HERE! Don’t put off your health another moment. No matter what is holding you back, God’s plan is already prepared for you.  The time is NOW to take action!  Let’s make our whole bodies ready to work and serve to it's fullest capacity! We have been given this beautiful gift of a body and let's use this gift to produce good works! 

If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. We are excited to start these sessions with you! Let's make this September our best month yet! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

September Client Spotlight- Megan Melton

Happy Friday! 

 We want to say THANK YOU to all of our clients who completed the Activate August Challenge. Our first place winner was Amy Chandler! It is so encouraging to see how many people are living transformed through our monthly calendar challenges. Another client who has been so committed to her whole body health plan is Megan Melton. Our September Client Spotlight,  Megan, started at TransFit 4 months ago and has transformed her whole lifestyle. Body, mind, and spirit transformation has taken place and each time I see Megan I am truly grateful to know her. Megan gives 100% each workout at TransFit and goes above and beyond at home with her commitment to exercise and nutrition! 

I am excited for you to read Megan's transformation story and I am praying that a part of her story will inspire you to come out out your comfort zone and give your best each day living transformed by renewing your mind like Megan is doing right now! Congrats Megan! 

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Hi! My name is Megan Melton. Following years of hormonal issues and struggling with my fitness and body, I began my current path of healthy living -- that was almost 40 pounds ago. I was 38 and in the worst shape of my life, working on my feet as a hairstylist everyday and in poor health prompted me to make a personal commitment. I wanted to be in the best shape possible by age 40.

After trying different programs with varied results, I discovered Transfit earlier this summer where I attend 3-4 sessions a week. At home, I use my Bowflex tread climber for 40 minutes with 4 sets of differing strength exercises an additional 2-3 times a week.

A car accident two years ago was a catalyst for me to reevaluate my life and during that process I discovered numerous written works convincing me that within my mind is the power to change my outer world. My physical changes that I have worked towards for years would never have been possible without the positive changes I have made in my thinking. Today, I face the world with infinite love and gratitude.

Here is one of Megan's favorite recipes from Half Baked Harvest- 

Simple Coconut Quinoa and Lentil Curry with Lime Mango

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 red bell peppers chopped
• 2-3 carrots chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
• 2-3 tablespoons thai red curry paste I like to use 3
• 1 tablespoons curry powder I like using spicy curry powder
• 1 (14 ounce) can full fat coconut milk
• 4 cups coconut water OR vegetable broth OR water
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce if vegan
• 1 cup green lentils rinsed
• 1 cup mixed red and white quinoa
• 3-4 big handful baby kale
• juice + zest from 1/2 a lemon
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro + basil chopped
• 1 mango sliced or chopped
• 1 lime zest + juice
• naan, greek yogurt, fresno chiles + almonds, for topping

1. Heat the coconut oil in a large heavy bottomed pot set over medium heat. Once hot, add the red pepper and carrots, cook 2-3 minutes or until lightly charred on the edges. Add the garlic + ginger and cook 30 seconds. Add the thai red curry paste and curry powder, continue cooking for another minute or until the curry is fragrant. Slowly pour in the coconut milk, coconut water (or broth or just water) and fish sauce or soy sauce. Stir to combine and then bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, stir in the lentils and quinoa. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender and the quinoa soft. Stir in the kale and continue cooking, uncovered for another 5 minutes. Remove from the heat the and stir in the lemon juice + zest, the cilantro and basil.

2. Ladle the curry into bowls and top with mango. Drizzle the mango with lime juice + zest. Garnish the curry the with a dollop of greek yogurt, fresno chilies and almonds. Serve with fresh naan. EAT.

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Megan, we are so proud of you and all your hard work! Ladies, we hope that you feel inspired by Megan's story. Let's make this September our best yet. Focus on finding strength this September! We believe in you! Continue to fill out your September Squat challenge! 

Please continue to fill out the TransFit client survey, so that we can better serve you this year! 

If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Happy Labor Day!

Happy Labor Day, friends!

We celebrate Labor Day, the special day dedicated to the achievements of American workers, the first Monday in September. What a blessing that we  are able to give national tribute to American workers because of the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country! We are grateful to be apart of such a great country! 

Today, TransFit is closed, but we look forward to seeing you the rest of the week! Check our new September schedule with new sessions and sign up on MindBody or our TransFit app!  

Please try to schedule your sessions as far in advance as possible so that we can prepare for your specific workout! We love feedback on session times so please let us know what works best for you!  

Please continue to take the TransFit survey. Please take a few minutes to fill it out, so that we can better serve you! We thank you for your constant support!

Enjoy this day with your family and friends! We look forward to seeing you this week! Keep track of your squats and work hard to complete the September Squat Challenge! If you haven't started yet, today is a great day to start! Continue to be motivated throughout September, growing in your strength in mind, body, and spirit. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

August Client Spotlight- Mary Conley

Sweet friend, 

It has been a wonderful month at the studio. School is back in full swing and the sessions are filling up! We love seeing you all back in the studio ready to ACTIVATE this August! This month, we have challenged each of you to get active for 30 minutes a day! We believe in you and know you can do it. The winner of the challenge will be entered into a raffle for a MONTH of FREE sessions! Today, we have the privilege of sharing an amazing client spotlight with you. Mary Conley is our August client spotlight! Mary has been so dedicated and focused on making small changes daily which have lead to amazing BIG results! She has transformed the way she looks at food and now views exercise as a form of worship! We are so grateful to get to know Mary and be with her along her transformation journey! Keep motivated Mary, making everyday count, and living transformed! 

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In January, Caroline came to our church to speak to our Mom's group. She led us in a quick workout and a few stretches. When we got down to child's pose, I was so uncomfortable and I found it hard to breath. That's the moment I decided that I needed to make some changes!  Four of us from church decided to start with small group training on Mondays. I am so blessed to have such good friends and accountability partners on this journey!  It has definitely been a group effort!  We have made great strides and supported each other along the way, and the Transfit team has been phenomenal!  We still start our week off on Mondays, but now we try to end the week with a workout on Fridays as well.  I also changed my eating habits, and a big part of that meant cutting back on sugar. I no longer eat anything that tastes sweet at all (not even fruit) until lunchtime. This has really helped with the sugar cravings!  I also keep a food journal (almost) every day.

My husband, Chris, and I have entered a new empty-nester phase of life. We downsized and moved closer into town two years ago. We are able to walk to so many places now, like the farmer's market and even to church. It feels so much better to get out and walk when I'm carrying twenty-five fewer pounds!  We really enjoy the in-town lifestyle and I hope with continued exercise and healthy eating that we can enjoy it for many years to come!

We try in our house to eat local produce and this is a great time of year for that!  Lately we have been enjoying summer vegetables with this recipe for stewed okra and tomatoes. I even eat it for breakfast and top it with a poached egg!

Stewed Okra and Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 3 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 lb. sliced okra
• 1 lb. coarsely chopped tomatoes
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

In a heavy bottomed sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the bacon. Render the bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and reserve until later. Pour off most of the drippings.  Add the onion and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Add the okra and tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the okra is tender.  Stir in the reserved bacon. 

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We are so proud of you, Mary! Keep up the hard work! 

Ladies, let's continue to ACTIVATE in all that we do this month. If you have any questions or would like to meet with one of our trainers, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. Come join us for our NEW 7 PM sessions on Monday's and Wednesday's! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

What does I AM ENOUGH Really Mean?

I feel so passionate about the saying "I AM ENOUGH" but what do those words really mean? I have been praying over the right words the past few months and I wanted to share my thoughts with each of you.

At TransFit we inspire women to transform not only their physical bodies, but their entire lives. Yes, physical transformation is the before and after photos of women losing 50 pounds, and the tears of joy when jeans now fit. We realize that good nutrition and proper exercise lead to weight loss; however, losing weight is not what life is all about. Losing weight or getting to a “number” on the scale doesn’t lead to true happiness.  Real transformation has little to do with our body shape and has everything to do with the truths we are putting deep in our hearts and minds.  When these truths permeate through our veins we have a true-life change, and enjoy the process of transformation daily. How the truths seep into your veins is not by some physical activity that you do, or a kind word you said.  Are you getting this, ladies? The process of transformation is something He does in you- over time. 2 Corinthians 12:9 reminds us, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weakness, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me".  He grants us grace when He formed us specifically in the palm of His mighty hand. He is the one who will transform you from the inside out. 

I started this business eight years ago because my mind was leading me in all the wrong directions and I was in a pit of depression and despair. However, it was God who transformed my life by instilling real truths about my body because He loves me- why? Because he made me. Not because I am “a number on a scale” or because I have done all the right things, (because believe me growing up in New Orleans that would have been impossible). He made me enough just the way I am – today. Right now, this hour, this minute. So remind yourself of that truth. YOU ARE ENOUGH. A scale or a pair of jeans doesn’t need to control you and ruin your day.  You were put on this earth to love, not to beat your self up over a size or number. Jesus reminds us over and over in his word to “love our neighbor as ourselves”. And how do we do this- really?  

We start by seeking self-respect, security, and significance. We start to know Him, spend time with Him, and love Him to be able to truly love ourselves. So stop right now telling yourself: “I’m too fat, I’m too old, I’m too tired, or I’m too flawed”…. Silence that inner voice who says you can’t, you won’t or you aren’t…because yes you are imperfect; we all are, but YOU ARE ENOUGH. Because of Him, you are worthy, you are loved, you are strong enough to get though whatever comes in your life journey. 

So my challenge to you is this… start treating yourself with love, self-respect, and significance.

You were fearfully and wonderfully made and specifically designed for an amazing life purpose. You are loved and you are enough.

Today is the day to take action on your goals, your life, your health, and your body. Treat the temple you have been given with utmost care and respect. Love and honor yourself by taking care of yourself. Remind yourself hourly who you really are:

You are enough and you are loved by a mighty and powerful King.

We want to care for you! Our staff wants to know you and connect with you. Please reach out to us we would love to schedule one on one time for coffee, or a walk or healthy lunch!

Love,

Caroline

2 Corinthians 3:18- "And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit."

July Client Spotlight- Jacelyn McCall

Sweet friends, 

Can you believe July is almost over?! Each of you have worked so hard this summer! This month, our theme was Freedom in HIM! True freedom in Him means never losing hope. God promises us peace, joy, and eternal life when we trust in Him. We hope that you were able to be encouraged by friends and family and that you made time for prayer and mediation this month.

 Today, we have the joy of introducing you to our amazing client spotlight, Jacelyn McCall. Jacelyn is embodies the true meaning of total body transformation. Yes, she has lost weight, inches, and over 10% body fat; however, when I think of Jacelyn I look at a women who is truly beautiful inside and outside. She plays tennis with a passion and in the studio has a vibrant energy that shines in her eyes. Total body, mind, and spirit transformation on the inside is why beautiful Jacelyn is our client spotlight this month. She has a bright fire that has been lit inside her! Congrats sweet lady! Thank you for giving your all and for inspiring all women that by giving your best one hour, one day at a time you can reach your goals! 

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I grew up in sports which kept me active and on the go. But as always life got busy.  After college, Nathan and I were actively running Smoothie King and exercise took a backseat. I kept gaining and then not changing my lifestyle. 

I decided to start focusing on myself and coined 2015 the "Summer of Jacelyn". I started to play tennis more and walk with friends, but I needed more.  So when TransFit opened, I thought that it was meant to be! In March last year I started scheduling times which I ABSOLUTELY need.  I try to go 3 times a week to Transformer, play tennis 2-3 times, get up for 5:30 Tuesday run group (which some of you know...I don't love early mornings), and walk for some girl time once a week.  

Committing myself to working out makes me want to eat well...which is always a struggle for me. I love that Katie Woodall told me to strive for 80%. If I have a bad day, I just reset the on the next. I use this with home and work life too! 

My goals are always water, nutrition and a little reflection time.  That keeps me moving forward toward a stronger body. And so does everyone at TransFit! I love that everyone supports and motivates each other.

I cherish people.  My greatest accomplishment to me is the number of amazing people that are in my life.  I couldn't ask for more amazing friends than who I have lucked into here in Athens.  They are definitely my "family" here, which means we love to get together to "eat, drink and be merry".

I can't live without Mexican food, so I have been trying healthier alternatives.  My fav right now is Spicy Fish Taco Bowls from Pinch of Yum.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 3-4 tilapia filets (or other fish filet of your choice)
• 1-2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 cup fresh sweet corn kernels (sliced off the cob is the best)
• 1 red onion, diced
• 1 red pepper, diced
• 1 can black beans
• cooked brown rice (I used about 2 cups)
• fresh cilantro, avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, or pico de gallo for topping

Instructions:

1. Mix the spices together in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over both sides of the fish filets. (I like to season my fish a LOT, but just sprinkle on however much looks good to you.) Add salt and pepper to taste.

2. In a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat, heat a drizzle of olive oil. Add the garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes. Add the fish filets to the pan. Grill the fish on each side for several minutes, checking the middle for doneness (fish should be completely white and flake apart easily). Remove fish filets and set aside.

3. Add corn, red peppers, and onions to the pan with no additional oil. Heat over high heat for several minutes WITHOUT stirring to get a brown/black roasted look on the outside. Repeat for several minutes (stir, wait, stir, wait) until the peppers and onions are tender-crisp. Add the black beans and heat through.

4. Layer rice, corn/pepper mixture, and fish in a bowl - or mix everything together in the skillet. Top with any of the toppings listed above! 

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Jacelyn, we are so proud of you and your accomplishments! You inspire all of us! We are thankful for you and the impact you have had on the TransFit community. Ladies, let's recharge and refocus as we head into the last few days of July and the start of August! If you have any questions or would like to meet with one of our trainers or nutrition consultants, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Living Transformed on Vacation-3 Tips from Katie Lord

I hope you all get to meet our precious new Personal Trainer, Katie Lord.  Katie is a bright light in the studio and has been training and encouraging our beautiful clients and loves teaching women of all ages about whole body health and wellness. Below are her 3 favorite tips for living transformed on vacation! 

Summer is definately here, which brings sunshine, pool parties, relaxation, and vacation!!! And for many of us, summer also means a deviation from our normal routine, making it feel a little more difficult to stay focused on our health and fitness goals. But, living transformed during the summer doesn't have to be difficult! You CAN continue to work towards your goals as you enjoy your summer. Here are a few tips that I have found helpful:

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1. Create a plan to stay active!

Whether you are here in town or on a trip, make a plan to stay active! Each week, plan out when you would like to workout, where, and what you would like to do - running, walking, swimming, hiking or a Transformer class! If you are traveling, pack workout clothes and shoes. Make time during your trip to go for a run, walk, or do a bodyweight workout. Include your family or friends and make it a fun activity to do together! If you need some workout ideas while on vacation, there are a lot of great workouts on the TransFit App and website.

2. Continue making healthy food choices!

Meal planning can be challenging when you are out of your normal routine or on vacation, but you can continue to make healthy food choices. Try your best to eat 5 small meals a day, including a good amount of protein, veggies, and fruit. Grilled veggies, watermelon, and smoothies are some of my favorite choices in the summer! Drink plenty of water, aiming for at least 64 oz! You can find sample meal plans on the TransFit website and tons of yummy summer recipes.  If you are on vacation, pack healthy snacks and a water bottle. Look for lean protein options and veggies at restaurants or when cooking meals for the family. Most importantly, give yourself GRACE! Progress not perfection and remember that moderation is key. 

3. Have fun and take time to rest!

Enjoy your summer! Spend time with friends and family, rest and recover.

According to American College of Sports Medicine, rest is key in regulating the body’s processes, including appetite and metabolism. Lack of sleep can throw these processes off balance, and can to overeating. Getting enough sleep,  seven to eight hours per night for adults, is  important for replenishing the body’s energy stores.  So please relax, refresh, and renew! Rest is critical for living transformed! 

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We hope that you are able to use these tips throughout your summer while on vacation! You can add in our July push-up challenge to your vacation, too! 

Come join Katie in sessions today and next week! We would love for any of our middle school girls to join Katie and our TransFit team for a week of Super Charged Middle School Girls sessions! Remember to sign up for sessions, at least 24 hours in advance!

If you have any questions, or set up a 1-1 to reset and refocus your specific goals please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Tips to Make This Second Half of 2017 Your Best!

Clean slate, yes, it's Monday!  7-17-17 this date must signify a fresh start for YOU! Let's make the 2nd half of 2017 be your best! Today, let's focus on being thankful for the body that you have and set new goals to ensure you are treating your body with care and respect!

One new goal could be to increase the amount of high quality protein that you include in your daily nutrition plan!  Protein is an essential food for repairing muscle tissue, and for keeping you feeling full for longer. High protein snacks should be consumed after 30-45 minutes after workouts for maximum muscle building and repair benefits, or should be consumed as a snack during the day to fight cravings and help manage weight.

Here are my top 4 favorites:

• 1 hard boiled egg- 8g
• 1/2 cup chickpeas- 18g
• 1/2 cup cashews- 16g
• 3 oz of tuna- 25g

Try out these great high protein snacks and start your healthy lifestyle with a delicious, higher protein nutrition plan!

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Here is a high protein healthy popsicle to try this week! 

Strawberry Mango Chai Popsicle

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cup – strawberries
• 1 1/4 cup – coconut water
• 1 teaspoon – honey
• 4 teaspoon – chia seeds
• 1 1/2 cup pieces – mango

Directions:
Puree strawberries (fresh or frozen) with half of the coconut water in a blender or food processor. Taste the mixture and blend in honey to desired sweetness, if needed. Stir in 2 teaspoons of chia seeds. Set aside. Puree mango (fresh or frozen) with the other half of the coconut water in a blender or food processor. Taste the mixture and blend in honey to desired sweetness, if needed. Stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons of chia seeds. Alternately pour each fruit mixture (for a marbled look) into popsicle molds and freeze until set. Makes 10 (3 ounce) popsicles. If you have the Norpro Ice Pop Maker let it freeze for 45 minutes and then add my wooden sticks so they stay in place better and the lid will come off easier.

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We are excited to start our Super Charged Workout Week for middle school girls! Next week, July 24-28 we are offering a session from 3-4 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Friday for our sweet middle school girls! This session will be a kickoff to their school year and a way to recharge, reset, and refocus for the end of the summer ready to start a new school year! You can register for this session on our app HERE! Make sure to choose the Super Charged Workout- 5th through 8th grade girls sessions!

Throughout this session, we are going to focus on improving form while exercising, nutrition tips, learning about our beauty that is found in the Lord, the importance of positive thinking, and having endurance as we run the race the Lord has set before us! We are excited to have these girls in the studio! We hope that you can join us! 

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We hope that this second half of 2017 is your best! We believe in YOU! Let us know what your goals are for the second half of the year. We want to encourage you, as you prepare for a great rest of 2017! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Congrats to our June Squat Challenge Winner!

Friends, 

Wow- it's been such a great week in the studio! Let's be grateful that we can find freedom through exercise! We hope that you feel a new found sense of encouragement and peace this month. Enjoy each day and make the most of each hour just as you do in your TransFit workouts! Each month, we have challenged you to take on our monthly exercise challenge. June Squats, and now July push-ups! We want you to get into the habit of making exercise a daily habit! One little change in your day-to-day routine can lead to life long changes! Today, we are excited to share our June Squat Challenge Winner!

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Congratulations, Tessa Hall! 

Tessa has truly challenged herself to live transformed. Tessa did her squats each day and said she was using the foam roller to roll out those sore leg muscles! Transforming those legs by doing squats daily! Tessa is an inspiration to many! We are so proud of you and your daily commitment to your exercise goals! 

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We hope that each of you join us this month for our Freedom in Him- July Push-Up challenge! Let's transform those arms for the remaining weeks of summer!

If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com.   We are looking forward to encouraging you in the studio this coming week! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Happy 4th of July! Let's Find Freedom in Him

Happy 4th of July! 

This month we are focusing on our freedom in the Lord! But today, we are especially thankful for the freedom of our country! We live in a place where freedom is offered day after day because of the sacrifice of others. We pray that you live in this freedom, as you focus on the Lord! 

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Here is a great Fourth of July recipe you can try today! Super easy and a huge hit for everyone! Enjoy!

Chop baby tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh mozzeralla cheese, watermelon- Drizzle of olive oil and balsamic! Toss lightly to coat! Yuummmm....
 

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We hope that you enjoy your 4th of July festivities, while living transformed in mind, body, and spirit! 

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning for a week full of great sessions! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. TODAY, is our LAST day of our SUMMER SIZZLER SALE! Use the promo code- SIZZLE to receive 15% off all sessions. Keep challenging yourself on our push-up challenge! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Happy July ☀️ SUMMER SIZZLER SALE 🎉

Sweet friends, 

July has officially arrived and this month our TransFit theme is Freedom in Him! True freedom in Him means never losing hope. God promises us peace, joy, and eternal life when we trust in him. Christ died for us, and that is how He provided us freedom that is found in HIM! Believe in this hope by getting encouragement from friends and family and making time for prayer and mediation this month.

Remember the book of Isaiah where chapter 26:3 says "You, Lord, give true peace and freedom to those who depend on you-when they trust in you." 

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This weekend we are offering YOU a JULY deal! You want to finish summer feeling your best; here is how! Today through Tuesday (July 4th), you can use our code SIZZLE for 15% off all sessions (Transformer, small group, 1-1,  or middle school sessions). You can use this code at checkout to receive your discount! Purchases will only be valid through the end of the summer (expire Aug 31st). As a special bonus, we are also offering our Unlimited Sessions Monthly package for $175! This package includes Transformer, Small group, and Yoga and will last the month of July! We are so excited about this deal and hope that you will join us to kick-start your JULY and finish the summer strong!  

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This month, we are challenging you to our Transform Your Arms in July- Push Up Challenge. Each person who completes this challenge will be put into our drawing for a MONTH of FREE sessions!!! Send us your calendar filled out each day and you could be the winner!! We hope that you will join us this month, as we transform our arms, our minds, and spirits for the summer! 

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We pray that this month you find complete freedom in Him! 

You can use our promo code: SIZZLE on all items (excluding merchandise). This will last until TUESDAY! So, go purchase your sessions NOW! 

If you completed our June squat challenge- please email or text us with a picture of your completed calendar, so that you can be inserted in the drawing for a month of FREE sessions! We want to remind you that our studio will be closed Monday and Tuesday for the Fourth of July! We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday morning! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Live Transformed on Vacation- Tips from Katie Woodall

Ladies,

I hope your summer is off to a great start! Can you believe it’s almost July! You’ve worked so hard all year long toward reaching your goals, and now you’ve earned some much needed relaxation time for yourself and your family — time to refresh, reconnect and reset all things body, mind and spirit!

It’s tempting anytime you travel, to let go of all your goals and take a break from exercise and healthy foods. But why does it have to be that way? It doesn’t! Your TransFit team wants to encourage you to travel with your goals in mind and let your vacation be just as much a part of your transformation journey!

Today, I’m excited to share with you three simple ways to stay on track during your summer travels!

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1. Keep moving!

No, I’m not saying you have to forfeit those lazy mornings (of course, I love sleeping in, too!) But, I am encouraging you to stay active! You may be missing out on your 55-minute Transformer sessions, but you can keep your heart pumping with a few sweat sessions on your trips!

When I’m preparing for a trip, one of the first things I pack is my favorite gear! Running shoes, of course! And at least two-three sets of workout clothes depending on how long I’m away from home. Or you can always take brisk walks anywhere! Pick your favorite way to sweat, whether it’s on the tennis court, hiking, biking, swimming or whatever it may be — just be prepared to move!

Include your family in these activities! After all, this is a great way for you to set an example for your spouse and kids! Challenge them to a few of your favorite strength training moves, for instance, see who can do the most push-ups or hold a plank the longest! 

Set a goal to exercise 30 minutes each day, or get in three workouts during your trip. It’s your choice! Make sure you add in a rest day, or visit a local yoga studio!

2. Stay hydrated!

Keep a water bottle with you everywhere you go, even on the beach! Especially on these hot summer days, you need water more than ever! It’s easy to get dehydrated while traveling, so push yourself to drink 1-2 cups more than usual. Your skin will thank you, too! Add some fresh fruit to your water bottles to give your water extra flavor and leave you thirsting for more! Try fruits like kiwi, strawberries or oranges.

3. Choose wisely!

Think about how you want to feel when you return home! Do you want to come home refreshed, energized? Choose healthy foods as much as you can during your vacay! Go for clean, lean and green foods whenever possible!

When eating out, look for grilled, blackened, roasted and baked options, and try to order a green vegetable!

Pack healthy snacks to avoid sugary treats while you’re on the road or in the air.  I always empty our fruit baskets at home before a trip, packing leftover bananas, apples or blueberries.

Here are a few of my favorites for my upcoming trip…

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Ladies, living transformed is what it’s all about! You can set goals and exercise year round, vacations and all! It’s making the choice every day to live transformed! Continue to be the bright light to your family and all those who are around you! Enjoy your time away this summer, and know that your TransFit team misses you while you’re away, but always cheering you on where ever you may be! 

We will be closed Saturday and next Monday and Tuesday for the Fourth of July! We hope that you can use these transformational tips to help you lived transformed on the 4th of July!

Blessings, 

Katie and Team TransFit

Finish Last Five Days of June feeling your BEST!

Hello friends! 

We had such a great week in the studio! Thank you for working so hard and being so determined to reach your goals! We realize that summer can be a hard time to stick to any routine, but let's focus the goals we set at the beginning of the month and give our best these last 5 days to achieve success and reach our goals the last week of June! 

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Today, we want you to try our TransFIVE Challenge! This 5-day challenge focuses on eliminating sugar from your body and reviving your body, mind, and spirit. It includes a 5 day meal plan, recipes, tips, daily inspiration, and more! We have the ebook is free and has with a summer meal plan and recipes! This is a great time to challenge yourself, as we finish out this month! You can do it! 

The TransFit community and anyone who wants to join us will start the TransFIVE Challenge this Monday! Join in the challenge and download the TransFIVE ebook for FREE, plus be added to the TransFIt Facebook group to join other ladies in this journey! To download the free ebook click HERE! 

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Spend time today preparing for your upcoming week by scheduling your workouts and prepping your nutrition. Create a weekly calendar and plan your meals and exercise, so that you are not in a scramble each day, wondering what to cook or when to fit in your exercise. Please try to book sessions at least 24 hours in advance, so that we know you are coming and can specifically prepare the workout for you! Let's finish this month strong! If there is anything we can do to to help you, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. Enjoy your weekend! 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit  

Amazing Client Spotlight: Kathryn Rodrigue

Sweet friends, 

We hope that you had a wonderful weekend and got to celebrate the dads in your life! The month of June we have challenged you to light a fire within and to ignite the flame for passion of whole body health and wellness! We believe in you and hope that you will feel encouraged and inspired this month. Today, we want to encourage you with a story of transformation! Our client spotlight for June is Kathryn Rodrigue!  

Kathryn came to TransFit over 6 months ago and when we talk about lighting a flame within- that is what has happened to her! A fire has been lit and she is truly living transformed! Kathryn has a beautiful glow inside and outside that is radiating and she is an inspiration to so many women! What I love about Katheryn is her dedication and consistency! She has been diligent with her strength workouts, cardio workouts, nutrition, and water and has lost over 10lbs and 10% body fat! Congratulations Katheryn for giving your best each and everyday! Hard work does pay off and we are so proud of you! 

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I have never been a "gym person"; never been a member of a gym or joined any group exercise classes. So when my sweet friend, Bonnie Chambers, ask me to join her for a free Transfit class supporting Mercy Heath Clinic this past November I was a little skeptical. So much so that when I pulled in the parking lot that evening and there weren't any parking places I turned around and headed back home! Bonnie called to ask where I was and when I told her what I'd done she said, "Turn around!! I am standing in a parking place just for YOU!!". Luckily I did turn around and I haven't looked back since!

I immediately fell in love with TransFit. The positive vibe that radiates from Caroline is electrifying. How can you NOT want to workout with her?! I started out in the Small Group classes and now enjoy the Transformer classes 2-3 times a week. But it's not just to classes I love. It is truly the entire mindset of living transformed. You have to buy into the lifestyle change. Eating more greens; drinking more water; making healthier decisions. It's not easy at first, but once you commit to the change, it's an amazing feeling. 

In addition to the Transformer classes I try to get in at least one day of tennis and I also workout with Tracy Bryd who helps to keep me on my new healthy lifestyle track! I also enjoy walking our sweet dogs, Bailey and Bogey.

My accountability partners are a must! I am regularly texting with Amy Chisholm and Lisa Hollingsworth about what classes we are going to book for the week. During the school year the 8:20 Tuesday/Thursday class was our go-to. Jacelyn McCall is also an awesome workout friend! She's an 8:20 T/Th girl and my Saturday 8am session buddy. We've even talked each other into a 5:30am (the horror!) class a few times...but that's not a regular thing for me!

Caroline and her team are so positive and motivating. I am constantly getting encouraging text and emails from the TransFit Team and they really do make me want keep going strong! And she always seems to send them when you need them the most.

Funny story.....I was headed home one Sunday afternoon in March after a girls weekend in Beaufort, SC. While driving on I-20 towards home I had been thinking about the Dairy Queen on the exit I was getting off. I had planned on pulling through for a "mini" Heath Blizzard. I'd been dreaming about this Blizzard for about 60 miles. As SOON as I pulled in the parking a text pops up from Caroline. She was telling me to finish the weekend strong and to get in an extra walk that afternoon and she looked forward to seeing me that week. How could I eat a Blizzard after that message?? I'm telling you, her timing is spot on.

I am so thankful Bonnie stood in that parking place for me on that Thursday in November. I seriously can't imagine my life without Transfit now. It's a special place, full of special ladies and I am happy to be a part of it!

One of favorite healthy recipes:

White Chicken Chili

Ingredients

·       4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

·       4 cups chicken stock

·       1 clove garlic, minced

·       1 medium onion, diced

·       1 (15-ounce) can white beans, drained

·       1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilis, with liquids from chilis

·       1 teaspoon dried oregano

·       1 teaspoon ground cumin

·       ½ teaspoon chili powder

·       1 teaspoon salt

·       1 teaspoon ground black pepper

·       1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano

Slow Cooker Instructions:
Add chicken, chicken stock, garlic, onion, chilis, oregano, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper to a 6-quart slow cooker. Cook for 8 hours on low. Shred chicken with two forks and stir in white beans and fresh oregano and cook for another 10 minutes. Serve.

One of my favorite snacks is Emerald's Natural Almonds & Walnuts 100 calorie packs. I keep them stashed in my purse and car!

To help meet my water goal of 80-100 ounces of water a day I fill up a 96oz pitcher of water at night before bed and put it in the fridge for the next day. Also, drinking from a straw helps it go down a little quicker too!

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Kathryn, we are SO proud of YOU! Ladies, may we feel encouraged to make this month our best yet! We look forward to seeing you in the studio this week! Remember to sign up on our FREE app! If you can't make it to the studio this week, you can find great recipes, workouts, and inspiration on our app and website! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Living Transformed on Vacation- Tips from Lisa!

Happy Thursday, friends! 

We are SO glad we were back in the studio this week. Each of you brought so much energy and worked so hard. June is off to a great start! We hope that you are joining us for our Light a Fire in You- Squat Challenge! Remember that completing this challenge each day and turning in your calendar at the end of the month, enters you into the drawing for a MONTH OF FREE SESSIONS! Throughout June, we are excited to share our living transformed on vacation tips and ideas from some of our trainers! This week, we will hear from Lisa and what she has to say about how she lives transformed on vacation! 

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Summer is in full swing at our home and I’m enjoying every minute of it!  We have lots of travel plans and I’m excited to practice healthy living even when on the road.  Meal planning, nutrient rich snacks, and fun filled activities keep us feeling our best when away from home.  

Meal planning while on vacation can help save time resulting in yummy meals and snacks and less trips to the grocery. Packing healthy snacks to bring down to the water or in your backpack while touring the town keeps you feeling your best without any unwanted calories.  Many vacations offer the opportunity for biking, walking, swimming, and other outdoor activities.  Take advantage!!!  Your body will feel great and its an awesome way to spend time with your family.  Don’t forget to keep you water bottle close by!  

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Here is a great High Protein Trail Mix that you can pack for the road and bring down to the beach with you! 

High Protein Trail Mix

• 1 cup lightly salted almonds
• 1 cup lightly salted walnuts
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 cup dried cranberries or blueberries
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (leave chocolate chips out if you will be outdoors) 
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1 tsp. cinnamon

**For nut allergies, replace the almonds and walnuts with pumpkin seeds & sunflower seeds!

You can always toast the nuts in the oven at 450 degrees for 3-5 minutes first to bring out a rich flavor then toss with favorite mix-ins.

Let the family measure and mix and have fun playing with your favorite combinations. Place 1/4 cup into snack bags and keep in your snack basket! 

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Thank you, Lisa for sharing with us and encouraging us that meal planning is possible and just as important on vacation! You can always refer to our TRANSFORM section of the website for great recipes and workouts, as well as our FREE app! Look out for our future posts from other trainers, as we share and encourage one another to continue to live transformed on vacation! 

We hope to see you in the studio this week! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit 

You only live life once, but if you live it right once is enough!

Beautiful friends, 

It has been two weeks since I have been in the studio and I am so thrilled to be back with you all tomorrow! I had the privilege to spend a week with our whole family in California and then another week with just my oldest daughter, Kaitlyn. Kaitlyn and I spent a life changing seven days in Northern California tucked away in the mountains at JH Ranch. Talk about coming out of your comfort zone, like I ask you all to do daily... I got an extra dose of stepping out of my bubble with crazy challenges, camping experiences, non-traditional food, and just so many things that I had to "let go". Let's just honestly say I was stretched beyond my own comfort zone x 100! 

Being "stretched" was part of the process as I learned the hard way,  and there were so many amazing truths I took away from the week that I will carry in my heart forever.  Below are a few important nuggets I wanted to share with you today in anticipation of seeing you this week! The entire TransFit community and each of you were specially prayed for throughout the week and I hope these three truths will help you on your own transformation journey and light a fire in you this summer!  

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1. "You only live life once, but if you live it right once is enough!"  How true is this quote? When we give our best each hour, each day with the body we have been given this life is enough! So, live each day to the fullest and tell those around you how much you love and appreciate them! 

2. "Change is temporary, transformation is forever."  We are loved passionately by an incredible God who wants a deep relationship with us. This life is about relationships - not religion.  True transformation comes from encountering the presence of God daily. 

3. "We find our life purpose by loving God and loving others."  How do we love God?  We love Him by having a heart of gratitude and by acknowledging that joy is a deep settled confidence that God is in control of our circumstances. 

The 3rd truth really spoke to me as I am a complete control freak with my family, my body, and my circumstances. I only want things to be "my way" or no way. I went to JH Ranch to develop a deeper relationship with daughter which I definitely did, but during the week God moved in me and changed my heart! My goal is now trust God in all circumstances and surrender my control and allow Him to transform my life (Proverbs 3:5). 

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The time at the Ranch allowed me to reflect also on the gift God has given me of TransFit! What an awesome place where we can be ourselves and transform our body, mind, and spirit daily! I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to continue to build relationships with each of YOU, and help you LIVE TRANSFORMED each day! 

I am bubbling with excitement to encourage and inspire you this week!

Love and blessings, 

Caroline