October Challenge

I am excited to tell you that I have a new challenge group starting next Monday the 19th - and I currently have eight spots left!

What do these groups involve?

• 30 minute workouts
• Daily motivation and accountability
• Private online challenge group
• ME as your coach
• Portion control container system
• Help with clean grocery shopping and meals
• Daily superfood shake – to fill you up and give you the necessary vitamins you need to look and feel your best

It is no lie that it is BUSY season! The kids are back in school, sports are starting, you name it - but you HAVE to make time for yourself and make yourself a priority! If you are ready to push yourself harder to get the results you deserve – email me at desiree.dulski@gmail.com to reserve your spot in the group :-) 

Surviving the Holiday Weekend

The key to 'surviving' holiday weekends is setting yourself up for success! Here are a few tips to keep you on track so you aren’t tempted to totally ditch your eating plan.

1.  Water! Drink lots of water before meals and keep it on you while bouncing around to your   Fourth of July festivities. And choose water! Over sodas, sugary juices, etc. If you’re drinking, pace yourself by drinking a glass of water per every alcoholic drink.

2.  Fill up on veggies. Almost always there is a little veggie area at picnics (or you could always bring a healthy salad or veggie plate!). Hit up the veggies first and skip the veggie dip unless you know it is a healthy alternative*. Opt for hummus, a healthy dressing, or go for a lemon or lime wedge to dress it up!

3.  Choose good protein. Grilled chicken, grilled fish, chicken burger, turkey burger – yes yes yes!

4.  Watch out for carbs. Carbs are good and necessary – but we want them the best way we can get them. Try to choose a healthier bun option – whole grain/sprouted grain – if this isn’t possible, try a lettuce wrap or open-faced sandwich.

5.  Enjoy yourself! If you look forward to fireworks and a big ole’ ice cream cone this day every year, go for it! The key to success is not feeling deprived on your fitness journey.

Have an awesome and safe holiday weekend! Share your pictures with me!

*Fat-free, low-fat, and reduced-fat are not healthy alternatives. These foods typically use sugars and other chemicals to make up for the difference in taste, thus making them the unhealthy option.

Mommy and Me

Moms, dads, babysitters, caretakers of all likes - I am teaching a Mommy and Me Fitness class Monday afternoons at Zelienople Community Park! 

They hold Story Time from 10:30-11:30 at the Zelienople Library. Following Story Time, please join me for a sweat in the park! The kids will have a chance to grab a quick snack and play before our interactive, full-body workout. We will incorporate both cardio and strength training all while spending some quality time with the kiddos - a great experience for all! Feel free to bring your strollers, baby carriers, games, and books as well – We are excited to provide a fun and active environment for moms and their children!

Harlow and I look forward to seeing all of you on Monday at noon!

My Fitness Journey

The never-ending journey!

This post is for all the moms struggling to lose those last few pregnancy pounds, the girls who have tried numerous diets and workouts without the results they were looking for, the guys who are struggling to gain confidence in their body. This is for you!!

This picture is me – today – right now.  I am in NO WAY posting this so you can body shame yourself or strive to get where I am. Your journey is YOUR OWN! I have stretch marks, too. I have days where I feel uncomfortable with my body, too. If you only knew what I went through to get HERE, you would feel SO much better about your own journey!

I worked and continue to work hard for my body. It is SO incredibly important to me that I am in a HEALTHY place – and that’s where you should strive to be as well. Just like everything else in life, these things take time, hard work, and dedication.

I am so fortunate to have found Beachbody and to be surrounded with people who are so encouraging of my fitness journey. If you are struggling or just in need of motivation and support, you are not alone! I would be happy to help you in any way that I can, just contact me!

If I could give any small piece of advice, whether it be about your fitness journey or anything in life, it would be to just go for it. Don’t think even for a second that you can’t or you won’t or how much time it’s going to take. You have to believe in yourself, because sometimes you may be the only one believing – and that’s okay! Lukewarm is NO GOOD. Go for it – with everything! Xo

Welcome to My Blog

Hello there and welcome to my new (and improved!) blog!

I am a mom, fitness instructor, and health and fitness coach. Fitness has always been a huge part of my life and I am so happy that I am now able to help others reach their health and fitness goals. Check out my 'About Me' page for a little more info - and stay tuned for work out tips and programs, clean eating recipes, and - of course - hilarities of my everyday life.