The pics on the left are 6 years to the date of today This was not me at my heaviest. After covid in 2021 I developed long covid and spiraled both mentally and physically I literally could not walk and spent 90% of my days in a bed. Until the fall of 2022 and I decided to take back control of my life. I started small with giving up certain comfort sweets. Drinking less pop. Moving my body, 5 minute workouts is where I began. @Aleiah Barker believed in me before I started believing in myself and has always been there for me. Looking at these pics makes me cry, knowing I’ve kept this up for almost 4 years. And at the time of starting I just wanted to be able to play with my grandson, ( now I have 2) so find your deepest why and don’t give up I’ve made plenty of mistakes and learned so much in this journey. But I’m glad I stuck to it and never gave up. If I can do it, you can too :)

TAKING ACTION: ✅New Clients: Skip straight to the bottom of this post and check out the ⭐️ NEW CLIENT INFO! The ⭐️ NEW CLIENT INFO at the bottom of each day’s post will be your go-to this month! ✅Share your weekly wins today! If you decide to practice one or more of the morning cortisol strategies today, that’s also a WIN! 🎉 As we’ve discussed this week, the actual problem isn’t “high cortisol” per se. ***see comments for Somatic Lowering Cortisol in the evenings exercise**** It’s an imbalanced cortisol rhythm—or chronically high cortisol. Again, we want our cortisol to be higher in the mornings because it’s responsible for transporting glucose to our tissues for energy. I don’t know about you, but I need all the energy I can get in the mornings! We’ll discuss these tips more in depth as we continue throughout the month, but for today, here are a few scientifically proven strategies to help with your AM cortisol ⬇️ ☀️ 10-15 minutes of morning sunlight (no sunglasses) within the first hour of waking up ☀️ hydration (16-32 oz water) upon waking (and before coffee, ideally) ☀️ drink coffee/caffeine (after water, of course!) ☀️ exercise within the first 2-3 hours of waking ☀️ eat grapefruit or a small amount of black licorice in the morning (Hey, it’s science. 😉) I encourage you to write these tips down and put them in a place where you’re reminded to practice them throughout the month. Even if you can’t practice them all, I encourage you to take one or two and start implementing them to build better cortisol-balancing habits! ⚖️ 4 Things to Do When You Wake Up for Healthy Cortisol Levels _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ⬇️⭐️NEW CLIENT INFO and TO-DO’s⭐️⬇️ Happy Friday, friends! It’s one of our favorite days of the week because on Fridays, we set aside time to celebrate our wins. We don’t simply celebrate for the fun of it (though we love that part, too!)---we celebrate because it quite literally changes your brain and motivates you to keep going! 🙌

My day started at 4:30 this morning.. and ended at 9:30 pm My trainer is starting new goals for me since I’ve met the ones she had set for me Level up time 💪🏼💪🏼❤️❤️ Been changing my lifestyle for almost 4 years now. At first I thkoght I’d get my goals and be done, but I’ve had to work harder as time has passed.. don’t every settle for less than who you are called to be Love y’all

We’re so glad you’re here 🤍 Whether you’re a Bestie, Elite, or Concierge member, this space was created to support your healing, growth, and transformation—from the inside out. Before you dive in, there’s ONE important step 👇 👉 Head to the CLASSROOM tab 👉 Then click START HERE Inside, you’ll find everything you need to understand: ✨ Your membership tier + what’s included ✨ How to navigate the platform ✨ Where to find your resources, calls, and support ✨ Exactly how to get the most out of your experience here Each tier (Besties, Elite, Concierge) has its own pathway, so make sure you go through your section first—this will save you time and help you get results faster 💫 💡 Pro Tip: The members who see the BEST results are the ones who: ✔️ Go through START HERE first ✔️ Engage in the community ✔️ Show up consistently

TAKING ACTION: ✅New Clients: Skip straight to the bottom of this post and check out the ⭐️ NEW CLIENT INFO! ⭐️ at the bottom of each day’s post will be your go-to this month until you can start fresh with us on NEW education (Cortisol) on Aug 3 :) ✅Do you always follow the schedule when it comes to rest & recovery days? Or have you learned to listen to your body and take rest days when your body is telling you to? Share your thoughts below! ✅Post any lingering questions about Cortisol + Strength Month below! As you’re aware, tomorrow we’re embarking on our Cortisol + Strength theme, but before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s focus on what’s happening today. Today is a rest & recovery day, and what you’re going to learn this month is that rest & recovery days are non-negotiable when it comes to healthy cortisol. 💯 If you’ve found a love for exercise, you may have found it surprising when rest & recovery days feel hard; however, like I said—rest and recovery are non-negotiable—for both building muscle and cortisol health. If you struggle with knowing whether or not you need an extra rest day, check out the article I’ve attached below. ⬇️ Why Rest Days Are Important for Your Workouts—and How to Know When to Take One | SELF ⭐️Today’s Challenge: With the extra 30-minutes you have today (that you’d normally spend working out), try preparing for the week ahead. Spend half an hour mentally preparing yourself (journaling, breathwork, etc..) or physically preparing (meal prep, setting out workout clothes, etc.). It’ll be well worth your time! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ⬇️⭐️NEW CLIENT INFO and TO-DO’s⭐️⬇️ Happy Day One! I am honored you’re here, and I am looking forward to helping you learn the best and most effective way to reach your health and wellness goals! I simply want you to focus on these three things for the remainder of the week—whole foods, water, and workouts! We’ll dive in deeper in the days to come, but for now, utilize the tips below to get you started on our three W’s ⬇️: