October 7-Join the 30 Day Cardio Challenge

 Summer is almost over and I admit,  it is way harder for me to exercise when it is cooler out because there are less pool parties, cookouts, and outdoor events that will require me to look fit in a bathing suit, shorts or sexy summer dress.  Even so, I know that it is important to stay on a consistent fitness routine.  Starting October 7, celebrity and personal trainer Ray Grayson, Mr. Shut up and Train, has a solution to keep you motivated through the chilly months of autumn! The FREE 30-day Total Fit Challenge, brought to you by celebrity and personal trainer Ray Grayson, Mr. Shut up and Train, is an effort to help and support people every step of the way with their fitness, health and nutritional goals.  I have done previous 30 day Cardio Challenges with Ray Grayson and I have been more than happy with the results I saw!

If you are brand new to exercise or have been away for a while and just need some guidance and direction, regardless of your personal situation, the 30-Day Total Fit Challenge provides a series of daily workouts and nutritional challenges, motivational emails and videos to watch with workouts that you can alter to what’s right for you.

 Ray believes that being active isn’t about the time you spend at the gym, but about an enhanced quality of life and self-commitment, the principles of success, an approach that he received and learned from Steve Harvey himself. In less than 2 years, the 30-Day Total Fit Challenge program has grown from 1,000 participants to over 55,000 active participants throughout the US and over 100 countries.

To learn more about the 30-Day Total Fit Challenge and sign up for the FREE 30-day Total Fit Challenge at www.mrshutupandtrain.com/30daycc/ and make sure to follow Mr. Shut up and Train on Twitter @shutupandtrain and Instagram @mrshutupandtrain. 


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The Power Challenge

As some of you may already know, I have been doing the 30 day cardio challenge.  Created by Atlanta personal trainer, Rahman Grayson, this 30 day cardio challenge will help you to burn fat and build muscle.  This is just what I needed to mix up my current workout routine and get ready for bikini season! This is the last week of the challenge but I will continue to incorporate a few of these workouts.

Yesterday was my second time doing the Power Challenge workout.  It worked all parts of my body and I feel great!  Check out the video below and try the Power Challenge out for yourself!

Want to train with Rahman Grayson? Check out his website : http://www.mrshutupandtrain.com/

30-day Cardio Challenge: White Out Day

For those of you following me and the 30-day Cardio Challenge that I started on Feb.1st, yesterday's challenge was a nutritional challenge.  I forgot about it so I will be doing it to day instead.  It's White Out day! This means no unhealthy white foods!

•  No white sugar
• No white flour
• No mayo
• No creamy dressings or sauces
• No dairy
• No white bread

Opt for whole grains, fruits and veggies instead.  And use lemon juice and fresh herbs as toppings on your salad.You can also have whole wheat bread and pasta. A quick rule of thumb is: if it's packaged, it's probably processed and it's best to avoid these types of foods as much as possible.