Amanda's Fit Chick Testimony!!

One of the most amazing parts of being a Fit Chick is accomplishing more than you realize you can annnnnd one of the best parts of being a Fit Chick Trainer is empowering women to do these things. Take a minute to read this amazing testimony from my chick Amanda! Talk about an inspiration! She is a lot stronger than she gives herself credit for and I am truly inspired to be with her on her fitness... journey!!


At the young age of 18 I was diagnosed with a rare non curable neurological disease called Charcot Marie Tooth; this condition damages the nerves in the arms and legs.

In the past nine years I have been told I cannot run, jump, or do anything weight bearing for the rest of my life.

With this diagnosis I have been severely depressed and gained an excess amount of weight. I always say that “I just want to be normal” and do all the activities the people around me got to do!

So far, I have tried box gyms, fitness camps, and a personal trainer. Mind you all of these programs are awesome if you have he capabilities to do them! However, I would never return because I felt I couldn’t keep up or felt singled out.

Fast forward to a few months ago...I was scrolling through Facebook and saw Christy’s post for TFC! I was so excited because it was all women! I messaged her and told her I was interested in trying out camp and also my limitations due to my condition. Her response itself had so much motivation!

So one Tuesday I was super hesitant and full of fear and decided to go to class! I can 100 percent say it was the best decision I have ever made and for once I fill like I belong somewhere and the exercises were within reach! I have never once felt discouraged.

With all this being said....you can do it! I have learned that normal is what you make it and to not let limitations choose your path for you!! I will forever be grateful for Christy and her daily motivation and super encouraging words!

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Fit Chicks Transformation Spotlight!! "Just keep going, you'll get there!"

These two pictures are almost two years apart. The picture on the left was July 2016 - three months after joining Texas Fit Chicks Anna. The picture on the right was the last day of June this year.

Pictures can tell a candid story. I didn't realize the difference between the two pictures until my trainer sent me the side-by-side collage. Her words: "...from top to bottom." 

Yes, I have lost some weight, lost some inches, I'm down two pants sizes, and I've gained some muscle. I'm wearing shorts that aren't covering my knees and blouse with no sleeves AND shoulders. But the new confidence - PRICELESS! 

Consistency has been my friend for the past two years. I'm better for it. If you've been looking to up your game, make consistency your first move -  consistent in making it to class, being consistent with intentional clean eating, consistent in setting goals and crushing them, and consistent in loving who you are and where you are right now. 

It hasn't been easy, but I am so glad I was able push through and make it to this point. My trainer, Trina, has been the best at encouraging me to level up and be extra. My family has been amazing when it comes to support at home. Without a doubt, God has truly blessed me with the drive I needed to get this done. 

I'm so excited about the changes that have happened! What is even more exciting is that this change wasn't a quick fix. I have learned exactly what to do to maintain this lifestyle.

Moral of the story: just keep going, you'll get there!

 Trainer Information:

Trina Warrick

Texas Fit Chicks Anna

Certified Personal Trainer

One Star Director

How to eat well when eating out

Eating out will cost you more money and has health costs as well.  The food industry supplies our restaurant chains with some of the most addictive, salty, sugary and low nutrient foods around.  They also create portion sizes that could easily be 3 meals. Start the meal off by asking for a to-go box and put half of it in there for later....you will still likely have enough to satisfy you! It's very difficult to stick to clean eating when you're not seeing how the food is prepared and being able to manage that. Try to limit your dining out in general for optimal health.  However, this isn't always an option so here are a few tips to help if you choose what and where to eat: 

1) Look at the restaurant website ahead of time.

2) Try to pick a restaurant that is gluten-free friendly.  Avoid sandwich and pizza places.

3) Think beyond the menu.  Look at the items they have available and mix and match - they put together items they think go best together, but that doesn't mean you can't mix it up.  Restaurants are getting really used to this!

4) Keep it simple - still focus on 1/2 of your meal being green, 1/4 lean protein, 1/4 healthy carb (there will naturally be some fat since you are eating at a restaurant).  You'll get a fish/chicken/beef/veggie protein, a salad or some steamed green veggies and a carb like brown rice/quinoa/sweet potato

5) The most important items to avoid while eating out are gluten/dairy/soy/sugar

6) Never go out to eat on an empty/hungry stomach. We always make worse choices when we are hungry (or drinking!)

7) Eat slowly, remember the 20 minute rule and allow your true hunger time to diminish before you fill your stomach too much

8) Plan to take part of your meal home or share with a friend 

So it's date night and you want to stay on track...here are some good choices based on the place you go!

Suggested meal options:

Steakhouse: Steak or chicken, side salad, and vegetables 

Mexican: Fajitas, skip the tortilla.  Extra guacamole

Italian: Main dishes, no pasta with extra veggie and/or a salad

Diner/American: Omelets with veggies

Indian: Tandoori Salmon, Lamb Curry vegetarian, look for “Saag” or spinach with lentils or beans

Thai: Fish, seafood, tofu, or chicken curry with garlic, ginger, basil, or spicy chili sauce.

Greek: Souvlaki with lots of fresh vegetables 

While eating out can be a pitfall and get you off track - it's also expensive! If you're budget conscious but want to choose healthier at the grocery store....here are some ways to make it easier on your wallet.
 
Eating on a Budget  

• Majority of food budget should be spent on high quality grass fed animal protein sources, raised humanely without hormones and antibiotics. If you are vegetarian, focus on whole plant proteins like tofu and tempeh 
•  Buy whole, cheaper, bone-in cuts and whole chickens
•  Buy in with friends or get extra if you find a sale and freeze for later 
•  If you simply cannot afford the “best quality” meat, buy the leanest cuts of beef, lamb, and bison first. Second, go with pastured eggs. Third, choose wild caught canned salmon and sardines.  

Upgrading your fruits and veggies

• Most nutrition comes in veggies like kale, spinach, cabbage, cauliflower, sweet potatoes, peppers, tomatoes, carrots and asparagus and darkly colored produce.
• Organic whenever possible.
• Buy produce in season
• Frozen is economical and nutritious.  Pre-cut will cost more but save lots of time.
• Only canned veggies you should eat are pumpkin, sweet potato and tomatoes
• Local Fruit/Veg is always a good choice
• Consider growing one or two vegetables yourself 
Fats are more expensive but are used sparingly
• Healthy fats like coconut milk, avocados, and olives are great
• Nuts are cheaper than nut-butters and you can always make your own
• Consider online shopping through discount sites like Thrivemarket.com 

Other Tips:
• Keep kitchen inventory to avoid waste
• Plan a fridge clean out meal like a soup or stir fry with anything left at the end of the week
• Coupons for items you really need which can also be found on manufacturers websites
• Calculate bigger buys through discount clubs and compare sales flyers online before you shop

When it comes to losing weight, it truly is 20% exercise and 80% diet. You can't outrun your fork! It took me years to finally accept this. I wanted to eat like I did when I was 9 and never gain weight. However, as we get older, have kids, have injuries that prevent us from working out, it can easily creep up.

With Texas Fit Chicks you not only get access and accountability to a nationally certified female personal trainer, you also get a free meal plan created by a nutritionist that will include snacks, grocery lists and easy to make recipes. We want you to succeed and nutrition is a critical piece if you're trying to lose weight.

If you would like to try a free week of training, we would love to offer you that (new clients only please) just visit our website www.fitchicktraining.com plug in your zip code and find the camp near you! Our trainers would love to help you reach your fitness and health goals. All levels welcome, modifications shown for each exercise so everyone is working at their own pace.

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Not a camp near you? Email us at support@texasfitchicks.com and we will do our best to make it happen!

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Fit Chick Transformation - Stephany, Kyle Texas Fit Chicks

I have always paid attention to my weight since it was a common struggle in my household growing up. I was always the tall and bigger friend, and never had great self-esteem. In high school, I swam 5 days a week that included two workouts a day in some cases. In college, I was determined not to gain the “freshman 15”. Put that along with low self-esteem because of a guy, I stupidly limited myself to only eating 1000 calories a day. My weight was the lowest I ever remember it being, and I still wasn’t happy. After college, I got married and later had my daughter. The scale kept creeping up as time went on.

One day on my neighborhood FB page, someone (shout out to Paige) mentioned a Groupon for Kyle Texas Fit Chicks. I was tired and grouchy all the time, and knew it was time to do something about it. I had tried other workout programs before, but I never stuck with them. I thought the Groupon was the perfect way to try out KTFC without spending a lot of money.

On my first day of class, I didn’t know what to expect. My nerves were on fire, but they were quickly put to ease as I walked up and was greeted (shout out to Britney) with such enthusiasm. I wasn’t able to do everything all the other chicks could do for the first couple of months due to my C-Section, but Terah showed me some modifications.

Fast-forward 10 months later; I have less than 10 lbs to reach my high school weight, and 17lbs to reach the lowest weight that I can remember (this time doing it the healthy way). More importantly I am more positive, have more energy, and have more self-love than I ever thought was possible. I feel like I am a better wife, mom, daughter, sister, and friend because of KTFC. I could not have done it without the support that Terah, and all my fellow fit chicks have given me. We really are one big happy family, and I could not be more proud to be part of this group.

Mindset really is everything. What you tell yourself everyday can either tear you down or build you up. I used to tell myself negative things all the time about my body. Now when I look in the mirror I see the improvements in my body rather than the flaws.