{"id":5034,"date":"2013-05-31T11:53:16","date_gmt":"2013-05-31T11:53:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.fitchicks.ca\/blog\/?p=5034"},"modified":"2017-08-28T01:33:18","modified_gmt":"2017-08-28T01:33:18","slug":"5034","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitchicks.ca\/blog\/2013\/05\/5034\/","title":{"rendered":"16lbs down, 10.5 inches lost and lovin’ a new healthy life: Lina’s fitness & weight loss journey"},"content":{"rendered":"

MAY CHICK OF THE MONTH<\/h3>\n

Let’s kick off a super summer of healthy fun! Our kick butt bootcamp are heading outdoors starting on June 3rd<\/strong> (and we still have our “Celebrate Summer $50 off Promo!)<\/a> & we booked our Sweats & Shades FIT CHICKS Retreat on Aug 9-11<\/a>.\u00a0 So to get us in the fierce fit mood, let’s celebrate an amazing fitness transformation with our CHICK OF THE MONTH<\/strong>! \u00a0 Meet the inspiring Lina from our North York Bootcamp! <\/a><\/p>\n

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BEFORE: Lina & Daffy \ud83d\ude42<\/p><\/div>\n

Lina has grabbed her health, fitness and life by the reins and over the last year has changed her body and life! <\/strong>Losing over 16lbs & 10.5 inches, building healthy nutrition habits and completing her own amazing fitness goals (she just did her first 10k run!),\u00a0 Lina is living proof that Livin la Vida FIT CHICK does a body and soul good.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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AFTER: The FABULOUS Lina 16lbs & 10.5 inches down!<\/p><\/div>\n

Now let\u2019s let Lina take it away and share her story \u2013 amazing work chick!!<\/p>\n

How have you changed inside and out since joining FIT CHICKS?<\/h3>\n

After my first month with FIT CHICKS I had noticed some serious changes in myself in the fact that the majority of my clothes did not fit.<\/strong>.. the ones that used to be too tight to wear comfortably were now too big for me!\u00a0 I have lost a total of 16lbs and 10.5 inches!<\/strong> I do track my measurements so I have included below.\u00a0
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Weight: -16 lbs
\nArm: -2.25
\nChest: -2.75
\nWaist: -2.25
\nButtocks: -1.25
\nThigh: -2<\/strong><\/p>\n

Plus my strength has totally increased.\u00a0 On my first fit test I could do 28 push ups but now I am at 43 in 1 min! <\/strong>I really got hooked on the healthy lifestyle idea and I love it. I’m happier and more active than I’ve ever been.<\/p>\n

Livin la Vida FIT CHICK is based on 4 healthy principles. How do you incorporate them into your everyday life?<\/h3>\n

Principle 1 \u2013 Fitness: Move Everyday\u2026makes it a conscious choice!<\/strong>
\nI realized that the 4 principles idea is working for me so I started doing constant research on clean eating and fitness.<\/strong> I have been with FIT CHICKS for a year.\u00a0 I now do boot camp twice a week and I have at least one personal session<\/strong> with my Chick Sergeant Steph. I also do yoga<\/strong> and try to incorporate other work outs into my every day routine. <\/strong><\/p>\n

For example I take stairs up to the 22nd floor where I live at least once a day.<\/strong> I also noted that working out is only one part of the formula and nutrition plays an equal role <\/strong>in leading a healthy lifestyle.<\/p>\n

Principle 2 \u2013 Nutrition: Eat real, whole foods made with love.<\/strong><\/p>\n

I started preparing my own meals every day so that I have no excuse to eat junk food.<\/p>\n

Principle 3 \u2013 Wellness: Give yourself love.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Making time for me and my workouts.<\/p>\n

Principle 4 \u2013 Pay it forward: Spread the healthy love to those around you. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading by example!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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TEAM FIT CHICKS: Lina and the fab Diane at CIBC Run for the Cure<\/p><\/div>\n

How has FIT CHICKS help keep you on track with the 4 healthy principles?<\/h3>\n

I get such a great support form FIT CHICKS on my way to live healthy and take care of my body!<\/strong> First of all, working out in a team is awesome, we push each other to finish strong.<\/p>\n

There are some things I wouldn’t want to try on my own but I did it as a part of a team. <\/strong>For example, last year I did 5K Run for the Cure with the FIT CHICKS team<\/a> and it was amazing! My Chick Sergeant Steph was running with me <\/strong>and she inspired and motivated me to finish it.<\/p>\n

This year Steph convinced me to run the 10K run. <\/strong>Also I absolutely love all the recipes FIT CHICKS<\/a> share with us through newsletter and Facebook.<\/a> It does help to stay motivated.<\/p>\n

What is your fave post workout snack or healthy eats that you make with love?<\/h3>\n

I find it can be tough to sit down for salad when you are constantly on the go that is why I always try to drink my vegetables. I have a green smoothie recipe<\/a> that helps me to stay energized.<\/strong> Have I mentioned it tastes delicious as well? I make it with kale, celery, spinach, kiwi, apple, banana, blueberries and water.<\/strong> Don’t forget always put the water in first so you don’t ruin your blender \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

Any parting words on how the power of how Livin La Vida FIT CHICK has changed you for the long haul?<\/h3>\n

I think my results speak for itself.\u00a0 Livin la Vida FIT CHICK works…you just have to do it!<\/strong><\/p>\n

CHICK SERGEANT SHOUT OUT FROM STEPH<\/h3>\n

North York Chick Sergeant Steph <\/a>is so proud of her chick she wanted to share an extra shout out!<\/p>\n

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Chick Sergeant Steph<\/p><\/div>\n

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My chick is so positive! Her energy and enthusiasm are contagious. She has become a seriously fierce FIT CHICK! Lina has gone from only a few push ups to doing variations from her toes! She now uses 3 lbs ankle weights and her hand weights! She is also doing a 10 km run next weekend!<\/em><\/p>\n

Keep pushing your boundaries chick and you will continue to succeed! \ud83d\ude42<\/em><\/p>\n

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Lina, we are so proud of you and all of accomplishments!<\/strong> Keep rocking the healthy house and helping to motivate other chicks through your story that they can make healthy changes \u2013 it just takes that first step<\/a>. Thanks for allowing us to help along your journey and sharing your story with us \u2013 you rock!!<\/p>\n

Make today fabulous!<\/p>\n

FIT CHICKS XO<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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