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6.11.2015

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words.

This picture means so many things to me...
Of course it means a lot to me because my sweet little family is in it...
But that's not all. 


NEVER in my life, 
EVER have I wore a bikini and posed for a picture standing straight forward.
I have always tried to morph my body and
 turn it all different angles to make myself look thinner for photos.
I have never been overweight but I have never LOVED my body.
I've always been self conscious and even if I have "looked good" in a bikini previously,
 I wasn't going about it the right way and I definitely wasn't healthy.

I have NEVER been this healthy and happy in my life and for me, looking at that photo,
I see my body changing, and I am beyond THRILLED.

I feel confident in my own skin, I don't feel skinny fat anymore.
I feel strong and I feel proud of my body which is really crazy to me.

Okay, I'm going to be REALLY honest now...
I became a BeachBody Coach at the beginning of May.
I was totally hesitant and embarrassed...
SO many times in my life have I been ridiculously annoyed and angry at all of the people
I see on social media talking about programs, and shakes and wraps and what have you...

I would see a post and roll my eyes, and immediately look down on them.

After hating my body and gaining a few pounds after getting married,
I watched one of my girlfriends change her body and her life with this "stupid program",
I watched for months, and then finally I said EFF IT and dove right in.

I became a coach the same day I bought the program.
Not thinking it would really go anywhere...or even work.
Because let me tell you... i've tried multiple programs...
Advocare, Tone It Up, Kayla Itsines, Herbal Life to name a few.


but HOLY SHIT.
[excuse my french]
1 month later and I'm being recognized by the CEO of beach body
for the GREAT work I did as a coach in my first month.

I HATE calling this a "program" because when I think of programs I think of quick fixes,
and that's the complete opposite of what this is.

in 21 days I taught myself to eat healthier, and eat MORE, to work out every day, and to really nourish my body with everything it needs.

This "program" was so simple and I was totally in shock the whole 21 days.
I went from this skinny fat self conscious girl...to a proud, strong, woman in 21 days.

To break it down for you...
I paid $140 and I received DVD's with 30 minute work outs (that can be done at home & will kill you), a meal replacement shake (that will change your life forever) and a meal guide to help you every step of the way!

[I'm currently repeating the 21 days and will go on to do a tougher program.]

BUT that's not all...
I wasn't thrown to the wolves and told "good luck" after I ordered.
I became a part of a team. I had people keeping me accountable and encouraging me 
every.single.day.

That changed EVERYthing for me.
Being a part of a support group where people are doing the same thing as me,
and striving towards the same goals.

I can't even begin to explain how much love and respect I have for this company.
It's NOT a diet, it's real food, real people, getting REAL results.

It's YOU putting in the effort, 
it's not some crazy diet pill that's taking the weight off while also slowly killing you.

I will probably drink the shake for the rest of my life.
It has done crazy awesome things for my body,
It's helped tremendously with my bloating and regularity.
I now NEVER have an excuse to not get a work out in,
because a 30 minute work out is 2% of my day...and I can do them AT HOME.

I could honestly go on and on...but I wont for your sake.
BUT if you would like to know more you can email me.
Monica.Kaase@gmail.com

I have never been this passionate about something EVER.
I am unbelievably grateful I took a risk. 
My life will honestly NEVER be the same and I couldn't be any happier. 


xoxo, Monica





6.09.2015

I Heart Date Night






Top: Tobi
Jeans: Nordstrom [similar]
Wedges: LuLus
Necklace: Bauble Bar

Last Friday Kyle and I went out to one of our old favorite restaurants,
Outback Steakhouse.

We haven't really been on a date since we've moved into our new home!
So this night was MUCH needed. 

Dating this guy is still just as fun as it was 6 years ago :)

6.04.2015

Florals and Fitness






Jeans: LuLus
Wedges: Agaci
Necklace: Forever21

Threw on this little number for an evening dinner with Kyle's family.
Posts have been shorter lately because I've taken on a 2nd job,
and well I'm kind of obsessed with it.
I'll be sharing more about it tomorrow!!!
Here's a little sneak peak...
come back tomorrow to find out HOW my body changed so much in just 21 days!


6.03.2015

Friends and Wedding Prep







Jeans: Free People
Sandals: LuLus
Necklace: ShopMCE

I know I mentioned it a while ago, but one of my very best friends is getting MARRIED!
There was a bridal show on Sunday that we hopped on over too together!



Her mom is a planning queen and they pretty much have it ALL done, 
and the wedding isn't until next April! Ha! 
Definitely better to be ready early than panicking last minute.

After the show we had lunch at an adorable little place called Local Foods,
Holy YUM everything was so delicious AND healthy!




Beyond excited for this girl, I know she is going to make THE most beautiful bride ever!

Happy Hump Day!

xoxo, Monica

6.02.2015

Slight Change in Plans...

Saturday was supposed to be a healthy + fitness day.
I signed up for a 5k foam glow run with all the girls in my family a while back,
and the race was Saturday evening, I was SO pumped about it!

I ate super healthy all day and was ready to have fun and run those 3 miles!
Then a storm decided to roll in...and the race got cancelled....
So Kyle and I met up with Tara and Jonathan for some drinks & queso.
So much for a healthy fitness day right?!

Kept it super casual for this double date night.






Converse: Nordstrom

We ended up staying there for over 2 hours laughing our butts off!



Queso and margaritas are my ultimate weakness,
my body definitely wasn't happy with me the next day!
BUT yesterday I started back at it with healthy eating and I'm feeling GOOD.

Happy Tuesday Everyone!

xoxo Monica

6.01.2015

Quick Outfit Post.

This post will be short and sweet because I am CRAZY busy today!!!





Top: Mura
Shorts: Zumiez
Sandals: LuLus

I've been having A LOT of girls nights lately haha
I feel like that's all I've been posting about!
Wellp on Friday I had another...





Happy Monday!

xoxo Monica

5.28.2015

Memorial Day and That Long Lost Feeling of Confidence.

You know what's awesome?! Actually being excited to put on a swimsuit, that's awesome.
I've never been overweight, but I have been "skinny fat" and I'm telling you, that just may be worse.
I've been working my butt off and eating healthy for the past few weeks now
 and I am definitely seeing changes, and I am SO pumped about it.

Memorial Day was spent at my mother in laws!
We layed by the pool and soaked up the sun [and storm clouds] as long as we could.
I scored this hat at walmart and I may wear it every day from here on out...

I look awful in this picture and my hair looks orange, 
BUT I didn't take many pictures that day so you gotta work with what ya got.

These 2 seriously kill me, my heart is so full.

and of course the typical "force your daughter to smile and cooperate" photo.
She loves being difficult.


It was really nice just to be able to be outside,
We've pretty much been stuck inside for weeks because the weather has been so bad.
Thank you Jesus for sunshine, even if it's just a little!!

Hope all of you had a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend and got to spend it with loved ones!

xoxo, Monica

5.26.2015

Family Sunday Fun Day.

Crazy, crazy weather over here lately y'all!
Our Saturday was spent curled up inside watching netflix while it stormed.
Thankfully Sunday was a little better and we were able to get out of the house!
My parents, sister and brother in law came over for the day, and it was just what we needed.









Top: ShopMCE
Shorts: Zumiez [similar]
Converse: Nordstrom

It was somewhat of a late birthday celebration for me,
they all came over and then we went to Chuys for some yummy tex mex,


afterwords we came back to our house to relax and give Charley some lovin'
Y'all she is SO in love with Jonathan, it was hilarious...

Our food digested and we were ready to get out of the house again!
So we decided to head over to the outlet mall (Thank God) to check out some sales.
My first stop was of course Nike, I scored some super cute spandex and a soft tank!
We walked around for as long as we could until it closed at 7,
by then we were all exhausted and ready to lay back down!

I definitely didnt eat the healthiest this weekend BUT I'm not going to beat myself up about it.
I've been working my butt off and one or two days isn't going to ruin my progress!
Here's a little progress photo for those of you who aren't following my fitness pages
instagram
facebook
Feeling super proud over here!!

Happy Tuesday!!!

xoxo, Monica