What is a Challenge Group?

If you've been reading the blog or following my Facebook page recently, you've been seeing all kinds of posts about joining my upcoming August Challenge Group. The problem is, most people have no idea what a challenge group is, what it can do for them, or why they would want to join one. Well, have no fear, today's post features all the nitty gritty details!! 

WHAT is a challenge group?

Think of it as a virtual gym. It's all done online, with people from all over the nation. It's FITNESS + NUTRITION + ACCOUNTABILITY from me and the rest of the team that is going to lead us to success. It doesn't matter where you live, how in shape or out of shape you are or how crazy your schedule is. We are all in there together, holding each other accountable. 

Your challenge group is your safe place. A place where you are surrounded by people on the same journey as you. We all lift you, support you, and keep you accountable to what your goals and dreams are. It is a place free of judgment and drama and filled with love and guidance. 

WHO can join a challenge group?

Anyone!! There is only one requirement...a need and a want to improve yourself. If you have a goal, I want to help you achieve it. Whether that goal is to train for a 5k, or to be able to be a better example of health & fitness for your kids, or to be able to improve your health. Whatever your fitness, nutrition, or health goal is, this group will be one of your most useful tools to achieve that goal. 

WHERE is a challenge group located?

Like I mentioned before, a challenge group is a virtual gym. You'll be able to access our challenge group in a closed Facebook group. Only active members of the challenge will be in the group and no one on the outside can see what you're sharing. 

Because this is a virtual gym, you don't have to drive anywhere to meet up with people and you can check in on the group at whatever time fits your schedule best. Your only responsibility is to check the page daily, do that day's task, and to stick to the goals you've made for your self. 

HOW long does a challenge group last?

Challenge groups can last for any length of time. Last week I completed a 3-Day Dance & Diet Challenge. The August Challenge Group will be a total of 28 days, 7 days of prep (learning what you should be eating, how much water you should be drinking, how to plan and prep your meals, etc) + 21 days of accountability. Why 21 days? Quite simply because it takes 21 days to form a habit and that's exactly what we want to do, form healthy habits. 

But, regardless of the length of the group, you must check in every single day. This group is the key to your success, but if you're not regularly checking in, it's not going to work. You have to show up and when you do, the tools to your success will be waiting for you each day.

WHEN does the next challenge group begin?

My next challenge group begins August 1, which means this is the last week to get signed up. You can read more about that group HERE.

WHY should I join a challenge group?

The first time I was asked to join a challenge group, I had no idea what it was or what it could do for me. I was in need of motivation and I was having trouble finding it on my own. I figured it couldn't hurt to join. When I realized that I had to check in on the group every day, I was a little intimated. Would I really have time to do this? I wasn't sure.

But once the group started, I realized just how valuable this group really was. Every day, I was given a small task to complete. They were usually fun or silly, but something to get me engaged. Then throughout the day, I would see other people completing their workouts or sharing an awesome new recipe. Guess what? Motivation hit!!! When I saw what these people were doing with their day, it lit a fire in me to get stuff done too! Sharing my workouts or healthy recipes, and even my struggles, and getting positive feedback and encouragement made me want to keep going. And as I felt encouraged and motivated, it made me want to help other people feel the same way. 

So, why should you join a challenge group? Because it could change your life. Maybe you've tried every fad diet or you struggle to get up each day and workout. If you're willing to take the leap and join a group, you could change that. Your dreams are attainable, you just have to take the first step. 

How can I join a challenge group?

For my August Challenge Group you have 2 options:

Option #1: Join FREE

You can join this challenge completely FREE and still get access to all of your workouts online with Beachbody on Demand, as well as access to recipes, motivation, and a chance to win some prizes!

Option #2: Challenge Pack

A Challenge Pack is the bundle that will cover all of the bases as we work on your wellness journey. You have the fitness (workout program DVD's), nutrition (Shakeology + meal guide) and ME as your fitness buddy to help you not only start this all, but also GUIDE you through it and COMPLETE this thing from start to finish! Plus, you'll get everything mentioned in Option #1!

Are you ready to reach out and grab hold of your dreams? Ready to make them a reality? Add your email in the comments below and I'll contact you to get you signed up. You can do this and I'm here to help you...ALL THE WAY TO THE FINISH LINE!!