Okay guys, I finally finished the Live Fit 12 Week Trainer and got a pic snapped! The picture on the left is me at Week 2 and the picture on the right is a few weeks after I completed week 12. The changes may appear subtle, but I can say I feel more toned and tighter overall, especially in my shoulders, abs, and legs. There were many times during the program where I felt like “this is hard!” but I didn’t ever want to give up because I knew the results would be worth it. I also came to crave the workouts because they are such a big stress reliever in my life. I cannot tell you how much better you will feel after a hard, sweaty workout if you are having a bad day, tough time, or just need time to yourself. Fitting in those workouts is a challenge, but I did them before work, after work, during the day, and on weekends- whatever worked.
The 12-week program is broken into 3 phases, which I posted about in detail previously. Click below to read more.
This program really works- especially if you follow the food (5-6 small meals every 3-4 hours). I followed it pretty closely until about week 10, then fell off in still eating pretty well, but not often enough.
Because I started out in decent shape, I feel like I reached my goal during Phase 2, but I still wanted to complete what I started.
Week 9
After having completed this 12-week program, I can say that it REALLY works. I’ve worked out pretty consistently since my early twenties, but never put on muscle and leaned out like this because I didn’t put the workouts, supplementation, and food all together for a set time period.
You can read more specifically about what I ate on the program HERE.
You can read about my progress week by week by going HERE.
If you follow the program, you WILL see results. I would love to hear you story! Please email me with your questions and I’ll write a follow up post with my answers.
Some people have asked what I plan to do now that I’ve completed the training program. I have continued doing some of my favorite workouts from the program and tried Pilates for the first time last week and really liked it. I plan to do more spinning and running outside too.
So, I’ve been working out again (on my own- no trainer), but I learned so much while working out with him and have continued to do the type of workouts…
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This swingy striped! cold shoulder dress is perfect for daytime or evenings out. Â Love the simplicity of it and the drapey fabric. Â Such a steal at right under $50! Â For a daytime look, you could wear it with the #10 sandals (they have lots of colors) & for evening, these black open toe heeled sandals would be great.
Show off your summer mani with this gorgeous, chic statement ring! I like to wear it on my first or middle finger on my right hand with a bold bracelet.
I’m sure you’ve heard me rave about this maxi dress before. Â Every time I wear it, I get tons of compliments and it’s really flattering and comfortable. Â It’s on sale under $40! Â I wear XS.
High waist leggings will be your BFF, I swear! Â They keep you all nice and tucked in and make you feel great while working out. Â Zella quality is always superb, and this pair comes in three colors with criss-cross detail at the calf. Â They run TTS, I wear size XS.
Although I normally wear a tank to workout, this Zella tee is my go-to when I want a t-shirt. Â The seams in the shirt are perfectly placed to help the illusion of a smaller waist and I like the cut of the sleeves that don’t irritate me when I’m working out.
My go-to tank, $11!!! Â I think I need to stock up on the other colors. Â It’s perfect for wearing alone or layering under cardigans or other tops. Â It fits TTS, XS here.
I have the older version of these sandals and they are really good! They come in tons of colors and the “beige leather” has a snakeskin pattern that goes with everything. Â Sam Edelman makes quality shoes that last, so I highly recommend them!
Meet Megan
Hi! I’m Megan, mom to a thoughtful teenager and spunky young girl. We call Houston home and recently moved into our dream home. I traded my lawyer hat to become a full-time blogger in 2010. I love sharing my passion for affordable fashion, home decor, organization, & fitness to help inspire you to take care of you!
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Wow! You have inspired me to try this program now 🙂 You look awesome! Can for sure tell a difference in your legs!!!! xoxo, Tamara http://www.theworkoutmama.com
Great Job! That is awesome and your muscle definition is crazy good! I know that was probably very hard to stick to but way to go! It definitely paid off! Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you for the inspiration! I know in one of your previous posts about Live Fit you mention that you need a gym for this program…do you think it's at all adaptable for a home gym? I work out early in the a.m. at home and have a variety of weights (thanks to my P.E. teacher hubby) and a treadmill. We would love to start a new program together and I love how detailed this one is. What are your thoughts on trying it at home? Thanks!!!
You look amazing! Congrats on finishing! After seeing your blog a few weeks ago, I started the Live Fit program and am on week 3 now. I dropped 7 lbs (a little less now but I think it's more to do with muscle). I can already feel more tone where it was once squishy. I do my workouts on my lunch hour since I work full time and have a 5 month old. I think it'll be harder to fit the workouts in once I get to Phase II, but I'm going to make it work. Thanks for introducing me to this program, so far I love it! I too believe it works! http://www.babysaiz.blogspot.com
You look amazing! I'm not doing that particular program but for the first time ever I'm really eating healthy and working out- who knew that combo could actually work? 😉
You look amazing! Have been wanting to do the Live Fit trainer but have an expensive membership to a bootcamp facility (until November) and I didn't get the results I wanted when trying to combine the two. I plan to do solely Live Fit once my membership is up. Thank you for all of your inspiration.
You look great! I love this blog, very inspiring! I just began this program (week 1), but your blog and completion of Live Fit has been motivation! I am a new follower, but I look forward to reading your blog on a daily basis! Thanks for all the informative posts!
yay for you! congrats on finishing! I found the live fit program originally on your blog a few weeks back and am currently on week 3 and I think I can already feel a difference- I've been doing the workouts each day but the eating right is still a struggle some days 😉 Do you know if there is anywhere to print off the workouts all at once rather than having to do each day individually???
Jessica asked about a home gym. I'm starting week 7 and use our Smith Machine (gives me a barbell and pully), dumbells, barbell and treadmill. We don't have a gym membership and I haven't stepped foot in a gym in year. I've modified a few exercises to fit my equipment. I haven't lost weight (I'm not overweight but under muscled) but have really toned! I can feel so much more muscle and am stronger – keeping the sheets really helps. Good luck.
just randomly came to your blog, and believe me it's really informative, especially this post as you are one good goal achiever. 15% body fat now that's what I called achievement.
Congrats on finishing the program! You look great! I love the fact that you didn’t go with the super-thin look that some prefer. Also, the muscles are well-toned, but not so much as it looks like you are too buff. 🙂
I’m currently in a program that alternates exercise weeks with diet weeks. You think I would benefit more if I switched to one that does both at the same time?
Congratulations. It does work if you stay consistent because I had success as well, but made the mistake of talking good before photos. But I never had muscle like it did in m life until I completed Jamie Eason's program. I followed a repin of a progress picture of mine to this wonderful website.
AWESOME JOB!! I LOVED reading your review! I am on week 5 and loving it so far. I have to say you look amazing! True dedication and hardwork! I LOVE all your blog posts and your review of the program!! Thanks for sharing!
Wow! You have inspired me to try this program now 🙂 You look awesome! Can for sure tell a difference in your legs!!!!
xoxo, Tamara
http://www.theworkoutmama.com
Great Job! That is awesome and your muscle definition is crazy good! I know that was probably very hard to stick to but way to go! It definitely paid off! Thanks for the inspiration!
You look fantastic – wish I could find the time to do Jamie Eason's workout… wow!
Thank you for the inspiration! I know in one of your previous posts about Live Fit you mention that you need a gym for this program…do you think it's at all adaptable for a home gym? I work out early in the a.m. at home and have a variety of weights (thanks to my P.E. teacher hubby) and a treadmill. We would love to start a new program together and I love how detailed this one is. What are your thoughts on trying it at home? Thanks!!!
You look amazing! Congrats on finishing! After seeing your blog a few weeks ago, I started the Live Fit program and am on week 3 now. I dropped 7 lbs (a little less now but I think it's more to do with muscle). I can already feel more tone where it was once squishy. I do my workouts on my lunch hour since I work full time and have a 5 month old. I think it'll be harder to fit the workouts in once I get to Phase II, but I'm going to make it work. Thanks for introducing me to this program, so far I love it! I too believe it works!
http://www.babysaiz.blogspot.com
wow, Megan you look amazing! I am in my mid twenties and I would LOVE to look that good!
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You look amazing! I'm not doing that particular program but for the first time ever I'm really eating healthy and working out- who knew that combo could actually work? 😉
You look absolutely incredible! Way to go. 🙂
http://thegrassskirtblog.com
You look amazing! Have been wanting to do the Live Fit trainer but have an expensive membership to a bootcamp facility (until November) and I didn't get the results I wanted when trying to combine the two. I plan to do solely Live Fit once my membership is up. Thank you for all of your inspiration.
You look great! I love her program, my husband and I are on the last week of phase 2. Nervous and excited at the same time to start phase 3 soon!
You look awesome! Thanks for the inspiration, starting week 8 now and I've been so anxious for your recap to keep me motivated!
You look great! I love this blog, very inspiring! I just began this program (week 1), but your blog and completion of Live Fit has been motivation! I am a new follower, but I look forward to reading your blog on a daily basis! Thanks for all the informative posts!
http://theguiltlesspleasuresblog.blogspot.com
yay for you! congrats on finishing! I found the live fit program originally on your blog a few weeks back and am currently on week 3 and I think I can already feel a difference- I've been doing the workouts each day but the eating right is still a struggle some days 😉
Do you know if there is anywhere to print off the workouts all at once rather than having to do each day individually???
Jessica asked about a home gym. I'm starting week 7 and use our Smith Machine (gives me a barbell and pully), dumbells, barbell and treadmill. We don't have a gym membership and I haven't stepped foot in a gym in year. I've modified a few exercises to fit my equipment. I haven't lost weight (I'm not overweight but under muscled) but have really toned! I can feel so much more muscle and am stronger – keeping the sheets really helps. Good luck.
just randomly came to your blog, and believe me it's really informative, especially this post as you are one good goal achiever. 15% body fat now that's what I called achievement.
http://stay-healthy-and-energetic.blogspot.com
This looks amazing! I want to give it a try. I never know what workouts to do with weights so this should be helpful!
Xo,
Rach
http://www.cleanleancollege.blogspot.com
Congrats on finishing the program! You look great! I love the fact that you didn’t go with the super-thin look that some prefer. Also, the muscles are well-toned, but not so much as it looks like you are too buff. 🙂
I’m currently in a program that alternates exercise weeks with diet weeks. You think I would benefit more if I switched to one that does both at the same time?
Kristine Remsen
Congratulations. It does work if you stay consistent because I had success as well, but made the mistake of talking good before photos. But I never had muscle like it did in m life until I completed Jamie Eason's program. I followed a repin of a progress picture of mine to this wonderful website.
Congratulations. Found this from a repin on my pinterest page. http://www.pinterest.com/jessicamroybal
AWESOME JOB!! I LOVED reading your review! I am on week 5 and loving it so far. I have to say you look amazing! True dedication and hardwork! I LOVE all your blog posts and your review of the program!! Thanks for sharing!
wow, Megan you look amazing! best wishes 😉
I am am just about to begin this program. Did you follow the no cardio part of phase 1 or did you do cardio ?
I started on week 2 and did not do cardio! 🙂
Hi. Ive just started programme too and am a complete beginner to eating clean and weight lifting – really excited to start this journey x
Can you tell me… approximately how long do the workouts take. I basically will have 45 minutes a day… is that doable?
Just started the program and am on week 2! How did you incorporate your protein, because I'm having trouble finding the time to make meals every day.
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You look amazing!