Introducing Melissa of #TeamLetEmHaveIt: 1stphorm #Transphormation Challenge Athlete

It is time for #TransphormationTuesday and time for me to introduce you to another member of the #TeamLetEmHaveIt Team!!!

I want to help as many people as possible with this challenge,I have put together a team to help hold each other accountable!

This challenge is 100% free and there are chances to win money, prizes, and trips all year long.

Take the Challenge with me and accept the CHANGE...we can do it together!

This is my direct link to the 2017 TransphormationChallenge Sign Up Page. JOIN MY TEAM!

https://1stphorm.com/a/transphormation?a_aid=shanaemily

Let me introduce you to Melissa!! Melissa has an incredible story and I have been wanting to share ever since I first met her here on online! She is actually an official ThriftersAnonymous member in case you didn't know I had a youtube channel all about fashion and shenanigans! But she found me on my other Youtube Channel where I share my ourney. We just hosted her here in Vegas and I was quickly inspired by who she is and how hard she has worked to get to where she is! I will let her tell her story but never in a million years did I think all this youtube and blogging would lead to lifelong friends and individuals who inspire us to go after all we have ever wanted!!! She also has a youtube channel which I know she hasn't posted in a while but lets show her some love so she can start again!!! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMPvK7M2lDh6W5yWGzmED1A

NAME: Melissa Victoria Smith

AGE: 32

From: Riverside, California
DATE STARTED: Started my journey in 6/2012 when I quit smoking and started group therapy sessions.  I had bariatric surgery, the gastric sleeve, 11/20/2014.
WEIGHT When STARTED: 289lbs.

WEIGHT NOW: Lowest weight 182.2 hit 12/2015, current weight 201. Now that I’m further out from surgery, to maintain my weight loss, I must commit to my new lifestyle. 

How did you find out about the 1stphorm #Transphormation Challenge? You! I have been following your journey ever since I decided to change my life. I’m thankful that you introduce 1^st Phorm to me as they have provided me motivation and a trust in a brand where supplementation is so important. 

How did you find me?Anything that inspired you specifically?

I found you when I searched Food Hauls, Fitness, and Meal Preps on YouTube. I think the first video I watched of yours was your Costco Vlog with “PE”. I WAS HOOKED, you two were hilarious which eventually lead me to Thrifters Anonymous.

I was so inspired by watching your stage preps and following your journey. I appreciate your honesty and transparency in everything you do. I appreciate that you share your successes and failures to helps us realize that even though our paths might be different our destinations are the same, to live a happy and healthy life.  You’ve also taught me that together we find strength to face any challenge and together we can be more successful.

What motivated you to start?

I was almost 30, at age 28 and found myself obese, depressed, prediabetic, unmotivated, and a smoker going nowhere. I was tired of waiting for the life I wanted to start. I was tired of being tired, and knew I had to make a change if I wanted the enjoy the rest of it.

What was your fear going into the challenge?

My biggest fear is “not finishing what I started”. This was, and still is, a life lesson I struggle with. I tend to get in my own way and self-sabotage my own success. I struggle with self-worth and vulnerability. I struggle with trusting others and allowing myself to rely on them.

How do you think you overcame that fear?

I’ve worked with a therapist and support groups for the past 4 years now. I’ve implemented new habits and learned to be more mindful in my actions. Mindfulness is a key factor in my success. It reminds me to be present, accountable, focus on my goals and remember what it is that is most important to me.

Did you think about quitting?

All the time! This is the mental battle. You must practice discipline with your life. I’ve realized that I have a 5-year-old mentality at times that wants to be pleased and given everything it wants, when it wants. As a little child, I must speak to it slowly, gently, and explain why we can’t have what we want all the time. Sometimes we must do things that we need to do and not the thing we want to do. I must remind the child of the goal, the focus on why we are here. I know that I can eventually great those thing I want but it must be worked for, earned.  

Why didn't you quit?

Oh, I admit, I have at times but the trick is to get back up, brush yourself off and move forward. Don’t dwell on the failures, acknowledge them, accept them for what they are, thank me for the lesson and wish them well on their way.

What would you say you love most about how your life has changed since you started?

Loving my life, loving myself, and loving the people I have in my life who support me and my journey.

What are you goals for the next 12 weeks?

My goal is to lose 20 lbs and lose 3-5% bodyfat. I also want to start up my YouTube channel and Social Media again so I can share my life with others, help inspire them. I run my own support group and found that speaking to others and sharing information makes me happy and feel validated.

What does your typical day of eating consist of Give me a breakdown of a full day?

·         Breakfast

o   2 cups of coffee

o   Eggs

o   Salsa

·         Snack

o   Yogurt

·          Lunch

o   Fish or Chicken

o   Steamed Veggie

o   Sweet Potato

·         Snack

§  Lunch Meat and String Cheese

·         Dinner

o   Fish or Chicken

o   Steamed Veggie

o   Sweet Potato

What is your favorite Supplement STACK right now with 1stphorm?

Basic Training Stack 

CLICK HERE for BASIC TRAINING STACK

·         Level 1 Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup – makes great pancake!

·         Phormula 1 Juicy Watermelon

·         Megawatt Watermelon – Cant live without my MegaWatt, love Blue Raspberry too!

·         M Factor

·         Ignition

·         Full Mega

What is your favorite go to EAT CLEAN snack? recipe?

I love caprese skewers http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/caprese-salad-kabobs and frozen sour grapes https://www.facebook.com/delish/videos/10155069087517437/.

 What does your workout split look like? 

I work out 3-5 times per week.

I work with a trainer Tuesdays and Thursdays, Tuesdays are lower body and Thursdays are upper body. I do a step class on Wednesdays with friends and a dog walk on Sundays with my mom.
How much cardio do you do a day?

I only do 30 mins of cardio 3 times per week on Monday, Tues, and Thurs.

What would you tell someone who is thinking about joining the 1stphorm Transphormation challenge or just any challenge in general? Advice? 

I tell people to get involved. I believe, with anything in life, things are better when you do them in a group so whether you participate in walking group at work, meet friends at the gym, get a trainer, follow groups on social media, BE INVOLVED.

1^st Phorm gives a great platform for people to be involved, stay motivated, and supply great products to maximize your results from all your hard work. They provide reliable information and educate the importance of supplementation on your fitness journey.

You started sharing your journey on YouTube and even in the private FACEBOOK group. how would you say this has helped you through your journey?

I started my YouTube Channel to help motivate others and provide information to those who decide to go through the surgery. When I was starting my journey, I found there wasn’t a lot of information on YouTube. I hate that I stopped and I do want to get started again. I, again, get in my own way and talk myself out of it; I don’t know what to say, I don’t have the right equipment, I don’t know how to edit, blah blah blah. But I know I have a special niche and I know there are people looking for information that I can help.  

Lastly, what are you most excited about doing that maybe you would not have done before starting this journey?

I’m looking forward in challenging myself more and seeing how far I can go. I really want to explore my full potential. I want to expand my channel and start a career in motivating and inspiring others. I would love to expand my support group and my influence in the Bariatric World. This community is growing more and more and I want to be a positive part of it.

The opportunity you and Edwina gave me to come spend the day shopping and hanging with you was something I never imaged would happen. I would have never even tried because I wouldn’t have had faith that it would happen to me. Now, I take advantage of every opportunity and never take a day for granted. Thank you to you both for re-motivating me and giving focus again.

More of these Shenanigans to come on my YOUTUBE CHANNEL ThriftersAnonymous you can find Edwina and I there weekly!! 

GOALS for this Challenge?

Weight Goals - 20% body fat within one year

Water - Drink at least ½ gallon every day (64 oz)

Carb Intake - 100g carbs or less per day

Exercise – Weightlift 1 hour 5 times per week, Cardio 30 min 5 times per week

Vitamins – Take Multi, Calcium, Vit D, Omega/Fish Oil daily

Supplements – Use my supplements daily!

Meal Prep once per week

Journaling every day

Monthly Check In

Business Goals – write a business plan, find affiliates, restart YouTube videos, start Snapchats

Support Group – find more vendors and business partners

THANK YOU for sharing your story with us Melissa! I can't wait to watch you win this challenge and inspire so many in your path!!! Love you girl!! haha and you better be wearing that Navajo 80's Jean Chic soon!!! Keep pushing and ALWAYS SAY YES!!! You got this!!

xoxo,

ShanaEmily

VISIT www.1stphorm.com/ShanaEmily  for all supplements and apparel! Free shipping with this link 

Thank you for supporting me!! love you all!

JOIN MY FACEBOOK FITNESS GROUP So whether you have entered YET or not join my group on Facebook so we can all do this together! I thought this would be a great way to connect us all as well! I love just sharing in a more personal setting and together we CAN KICK BUTT!!! Here is the link to join:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/ShanaEmily/

Follow me on Instagram @ShanaEmily_, Facebook ShanaEmily, & Youtube ShanaEmily, SnapChat @ShanaemilySnaps I will be vlogging daily and taking you on my personal transphormation the rest of this year! I will be posting before pics AGAIN so stay tuned! you can also subscribe to my blog by adding your email to see when a new blog post is live!

I am going to Answer more questions! EMAIL me at colorblindblog@gmail.com and you can also check out the Frequently Asked Questions page on 1stphorms site! HERE

30 Day Challenge: WEEK 1 | Grocery Shopping List and What to Cook for the week! | #TeamLetEmHaveIt

Morning friends! Today is #MealPrepSunday and I wanted to share with you some of the essentials I picked up for the first week of this challenge! The goal for me is to create meals that I like and that I am going to be excited to eat during the week! I am also going to follow up with a slightly different meal plan on the weekend so I get a chance to enjoy a nice dinner with my hubby or my friends and then get back on track! 

If you want to learn more about the 30 day challenge that I am hosting and would like to join Please read this post HERE!

Ok now on to my grocery list! I have a few things at home already so stay tuned for my #MealPrepSunday video later tonight but until then here are a few items I bought to change things up a bit! I will share how I plan on using them for the week!

You guys know I love Sprouts! But most of these items you can find in your local grocery store! Remember this is supposed to be fun and is all about finding what you like and what works for you! Trial and error...but you have to TRY

Ok first up is Couscous!!! I love me some cousous you can add your vegetables on top just like rice or even add some cinnamon for a sweeter flavor and tastes great with your sweet potato!! Literally takes 5 minutes to make! I usually stick with about a 1/3 cup for lunch along with my veggies and protein! 

Quinoa is also great! you can grab the raw form but Near East makes a great Blend and if you are sticking to your serving size it has a great flavor and no need to add spices or even oil to it! Secondly is HOT SAUCE haha  I LOVE this Sky Valley! It is all natural and very low in sodium and sugar! My secret to making all my food amazing! haha

I grabbed a few cans of beans as I plan on making a chili! Soups are amazing in a crockpot and so is chili! Holds really well for the week and very filling! Usually 1 cup for lunch or dinner is great! Sometimes I will throw chicken or even ground turkey in there as well!

I LOVE Olive Oil spray! I use it on all of my cooking! spray your potatoes, veggies, and stir fry with it! In addition the coconut aminos are a great alternative to soy sauce and I love using it in my stir frys if you have seen me cook! Remember veggies are so good and good for you! I want to focus on just adding veggies to everything this week!! Don't worry about portion this week when it comes to your veggies!!! here is a video of me making one of my stir frys How I make my stir frys HERE! 

I LOVE OLIVES. ADD Jalepenos to them.. DONE... so good! I usually slice these up and add them to my salad! Also trying this SOY VAY for the first time as I want to make chicken teryaki bowls!

Egg whites for breakfast! I want to make veggie omelets during the week or just add onions and bell peppers and sprinkle a little of this Daiya Cheddar stle shreds to it with a slice of toast! sometimes i will do two slices instead of oatmeal to change it up!

I love the Daiya slices as well! Brussel sprouts never used to be something I liked before! NOW...I roast them with garlic and oh my goodness!! I have a video on how to do this How I roast my Brussel Sprouts HERE!

I love getting these! I find sometimes that I just want to throw in onions and peppers! You can buy them whole but if you are busy and get a little lazy this is a great alternative! 

Love these in my stir fry and my egg whites!!

I also have a love for shredded lettuce when I make my tacos! You can find that recipe for my spicy chicken tacos How I prepare my Spicy Chicken Tacos HERE!

I eat these tomatoes like candy! So good add them to your salad or put them in a baggy for a snack!

Broccoli! I will add this to my stir fry! The easiest way to prep them is to throw them in a boiling post for 4 minutes and then run them under cold water! You can see how I do that How I prep my veggies HERE! It is the same way I do all my veggies!

Cabbage is awesome for stir fry and to add volume! I love seasoning it with a little salt and pepper! So good!! I also love Zucchini!  My favorite thing to do is to turn it into spaghetti! How I turn my zuchinni into spaghetti HERE is a quick video of how I do that! I then throw it in my stir fry and voila! So good!! I eat 1 whole one for a serving size!

If you know me then you know I have an obsession with anything potato! haha I love roasting these with rosemary and olive oil! So good!!! You can see me do this How I roast my potatoes HERE! I also share quick mealprep ideas!!

Ground Turkey is awesome in your tacos as well as stir fry I used to make these turkey balls! haha so good! HERE is that recipe for my Ground Turkey lettuce wraps! 

CHICKEN! I like the thin slices to grill! I use so many different spices! Here is a how I grill my chicken if you want to see! I will be updating this soon! VIDEO HERE

I picked up some Trout I love to throw this on a grill or just broil it with a few spices! Will share that soon!

I also picked up some Rockfish! I have never cooked it before so I will share that with you all in my new #Mealprepsunday video!

pickles. Enough said. haha

I am trying this bread for the first time! I will let you know how it is! I like to make two pieces of toast in the AM in lieu of oatmeal sometimes! ALSO ROASTED CASHEWS are BOMB. I have about 10 to 15 for my fats and a snack usually before the gym! OR peanut butter with my protein pancake! More to come on that!

Ok so these are my cheat snacks! We go to the movies and I like to have a fun snack! I am going to allow myself to indulge in a 1/3 cup of these guys on the weekend! 

Quick oats! these are my go to at Sprouts! That or coachs oats at Costco! 1/3 or 1/4 cup in the AM! or in my protein pancake!

and one of the most important! WATER WATER WATER! ESPECIALLY during WEEK 1!!! I try to literally drown myself! haha in a good way...with water! 1 gallon to 2 gallons a day! I use my bottle but I also buy a few of these for days I know I am running around and keep it with me ALWAYS!!!! 

SO What did we learn folks! 

A. BUY WHAT YOU LIKE...Try to buy FRESH items and try to grab as many veggies as you love!

B. Think about different ways you can make them during the week! Whether it is a stir fry, a taco, crockpot creation!

C. SET YOURSELF up for Success! Prep the food for the week so you can prepare those ideas easily! If your chicken is grilled it will be much easier to throw it in a stir fry right? 

EMAIL me for questions! and stay tuned for me WEEK 1 #MEALPREPSUNDAY Video!

#MotivationMonday| Moroccan Meal Prep, Getting out of the funk, & #Iam1stphormContest

Hi friends!

I thought I would blog a little on this beautiful Monday! I know. My VLOGS on Youtube are so behind and until I can hire an ACTUAL assistant for that well they will just be trickling in...I did however want to check in with you guys and share what I have been up to. FIRST things first I wanted to share a quick video thank you to London Mace for editing for me! +1st Phorm  was holding a contest for a free year of supplements and while that would be amazing...i really wanted to create a video to share what 1stphorm means to me...At first I was going to sit down and just talk about it...but then I realized...I WAS living it...These are clips from footage that well you haven't seen yet for the past few months but they are REAL...they are what I do every day...my feelings and thoughts.and while I could have made a 1 hour video we had 1 minute to basically share why #IAM1stphorm.... I hope that you enjoy!

My Youtube Channel is https://www.youtube.com/user/ColorblindFitness

LINK to the VIDEO is : https://youtu.be/4cRFN-Xdfb4

Workouts have been ok but I must say I have had to spend most of my nights editing videos for our rally exciting news with ThriftersAnonmyous. Stay tuned for that very very soon!!

My current supplement stack which I get asked a lot about still includes:

M-Factor Goddess                             Full Mega

3 times a day                                     2 times a day

Alphacre HD                                                           Level 1

Pre workout                                                                  Meal Replacement

Phormula 1                                                              Bliss

Post workout                                                        once a day

       

Ignition

Post Workout

                         

 I am not sure I could ever go back to any other vitamins I know you guys have questions occasionally so please don't hesitate to ask or email me colorblindblog@gmail.com xoxo

Here is the link to pick up all of these and remember you can use my link for Free Shipping in the US... If you do order please shoot me an email would love to thank you and help in any way I can!!! 

www.1stphorm.com/ShanaEmily

City Athletic Club has become my favorite place to get away..but the times I go are so random that I can't seem to plan anything anymore!!!

Someone drew me....I was completely taken aback and so beyond flattered....I had to share what an incredible artist she is!!

I have performed like 3 times with our Magical Madness Dance company which by the way WE NOW have a WEBSITE!!!! Please go check it out!

http://magicalmadness.com/

This was Downtown for a LIVE podcast and below was a rehearsal for the First annual Small Space Fest at the Emergency Arts!

I've continued to vlog eventhough you won't see it till like 2017 haha ugh...

 and working out...more working out..

Got my hair trimmed again and colored...and eventhough it may look brown in some pictures I have kept the red in for now!

My leg is still hurting so I plan on continuing to roll it out and see someone at City Athletic soon! haha 

This past weekend I called up my aunt and we decided we were going to cook a few recipes we have been talking about to test them out....

What you see here is 4 oz chicken breasts with a Moroccan species we created, 4 oz green beans, and 3 to 4 oz sweet potatoes! 

and here is something we are so excited to try! We made FALAFEL burgers and traditional style with turmeric zucchini couscous tahini and hummus with chopped Mediterranean spicy green olives! UGHHH can not wait to try this !

I will give an update on #TeamLEtEmHaveIT soon!!! Let me know if you like these updates! xoxo

JOIN MY FACEBOOK FITNESS GROUP So whether you have entered YET or not join my group on Facebook so we can all do this together! I thought this would be a great way to connect us all as well! I love just sharing in a more personal setting and together we CAN KICK BUTT!!! Here is the link to join:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/ShanaEmily/

Follow me on Instagram @ShanaEmily_, Facebook ShanaEmily, & Youtube ShanaEmily, SnapChat @ShanaemilySnaps