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Jan 11 2019 
Jennifer Lopez Hair Tutorial | High Bun 2019
Jennifer Lopez Hair Tutorial | High Bun 2019
Can we talk JLo for a minute? Her high buns are so on point and we wanted to show you a new way of achieving the look you want with yours.
The thing you’re not seeing in this video is that we started with a double pony. What does that mean? It’s a crazy cool trick. If you have heavier or thick hair, this is most certainly for you. You pull half your hair up in a rubber band and line it up with your eye line. Not too high and not too low. Then you bring the bottom of your hair up and combine the two elastics. This gives you a secure ponytail that has extra support to help prevent headaches and the feeling of your hair falling down.
This rest is all shown here! I never ever thought to twist my hair and tie it in a knot! I used this trick on my 8 year old daughter, Samantha’s hair. Her hair is so long, I could knot it 3 times! Her bun not only looked better, it stayed in her hair longer.
You just need some good volume spray and this is my all time favorite Living Proof Full Dry Volume Blast
Then you’ll want a great hairspray and this is my go to! I don’t even like using other hairsprays! Moroccanoil by Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Medium
I feel much more confident to do a top knot bun now that I saw the little tricks and tips that go in to it. Sending love and hugs today! I know that when we take a little extra time and help our outward appearance match our inward, we’re more effective! I know I feel better when I take time to do my hair and makeup!
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Jan 08 2019 
Air Fryer Review 2019 | Is It Worth The Money?
Air Fryer Review 2019 | Is It Worth The Money?
Girls, here’s my air fryer review! I finally got the air fryer! I saw so many of my fellow health coaches making incredible looking meat and veggie dishes and the fomo got me. It’s claim to fame is how it can turn anything into a crisp, quickly cooked meal with less fat. 75% less actually! For instance, I love to order sweet potato fries at restaurants but I know they dip them into all the nasty oils to give them the crisp texture.
Well this gadget doesn’t use oil. It uses a high speed convection system that makes everything taste like restaurant foods! Winning!!! Anytime we can get nutrient dense vegetables and lean meats to taste delicious, I’m on board! You will need to coat them a little with 1 tsp-1 Tbsp but that’s it! My community is all about this new discovery & a lot of my clients are jumping on the airfryer train!
“Skinny Taste One and Done” is a book I highly recommend: Recipe Book HERE!.
If you have an Instant Pot (my exact one is here, My Instant Pot) or air fryer, it’s worth your investment. One and done style meals that will not compromise your waistline but be full of flavor! Check out my Instant Pot Article and Recipe HERE
Here is the specific TOP rated Philips HD9220 Airfryer that I have: Philips Airfryer HERE!
Nothing has taken longer than 15 min to cook, it sounds like a small fan when it’s on and then beeps when it’s done. It is loud enough to hear from your laundry room! 😉 #momlife
The handle doesn’t get hot so if your kiddos are old enough to pull the drawer out and dump their own fries, you could take a break for a second. I love that I don’t have to wait to preheat the oven anymore, this air fryer just gets right to work! Between amazon prime and my amazing kitchen gadgets, I’m set for speed & last minute planning!
I recently saw a turkey burger recipe I’ll be making and want to try salmon soon! Roasted veggies will not take as long now so we will be having those more as well! I hope this air fryer review helped you. Let me know if you snag it because I’d love to hear what you make!!
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Jan 05 2019 
How To Make a High Ponytail With Volume!
High Ponytail Tutorial 2019 | How To Make a High Ponytail With Volume!
This style is so so cute!!! It dresses up any outfit or style. I often forget how changing my hair can change the entire vibe of my look and it doesn’t cost extra! That’s a win in my book. This high ponytail would also work if you don’t have time to wash your hair but want to look put together and feel cute!
The #1 one trick I’m freaking out about in the video, is to combine the two ponytails! Especially if you have thicker hair and ponytails give you a headache. The two rubber bands give your hairstyle much more support and will help prevent the headaches a lot. I always start and end my styles with this product Living Proof Full Dry Volume Blast. It adds volume, texture and a little grit for styling plus it smells amazing!!!
The first thing you start with is a half-up, half-down small ponytail making sure you’ve lined up the part to the edge of your eye line as you see Carine do in the video. Make sure you take small sections out in the front you can curl because this adds to the glam. You could always do a sleek high pony if that compliments your face shape and style, (I’m thinking of J Lo’s sleek ponytails and buns)
Then bring the rest of your hair up and add the second elastic (preferably one that matches your hair color.). Remember, it’s not about perfect structure, it’s about “a little messy and little fancy” when it comes to hair.
The next step is to take a small section from the back, wrap a half-inch section of hair around the elastic to hide it and then wrap little hair around the end of the bobby pin before you secure it under the ponytail. Personally, when I do this style on my own, I just shove the bobby pin in without wrapping the hair around it first. That particular step is hard to do on your own hair in my opinion.
Then take a brush like the one she uses in the video. You can find one here, Cricket Amped Up Teasing Brush and gently sweep the under part of the ponytail to have more volume and lift.
Finishing up with a little more Living Proof Volume Blast to add the final touches and maybe a little hairspray. Be sure to pull out and finger through the front curls so they don’t look like 90’s ringlets! Here’s my favorite hairspray that comes in medium or firm hold (I always get the Medium). The reason I keep buying this hairspray is because it doesn’t EVER make my hair sticky, but leaves a perfect shine and finishes my look so that I don’t look like I have helmet hair! Moroccanoil Hairspray
I hope you’ve enjoyed this and I’d love you to tag me in Instagram or in your Instagram stories so I can see your finished look! My Instagram is @stacyjrody
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Jan 03 2019 
A Little More Obsessed Review 2019
A Little More Obsessed Review 2019 – How To Get In Shape 2019
Sister, if you need help with your inner / outer thighs, booty or stomach then this is the program for you. A mixture of the slides, loops, weights and where she has you place them is key. A Little More Obsessed is an exclusive program for Beachbody On Demand members who are also on a nutritional supplement monthly. Of course, I’m in love with all the supplements and take them daily.
The mom-crack is my pre workout energy booster and I don’t really know how I would physically survive without it!! I would break up with coffee and wine if I had to for my Energize. I get fast superfoods from my daily Shakeology and help my muscles recover with the yummy Recover post workout.
I was sore all week long which of course made me feel like a rock star. My core is the weakest area on my body so to have her work it so intricately is always good. She also knows how to engage all the butt muscles which makes this mama happy, too!! The mommy and me day was probably my favorite. Cardio Core is what we were doing and it’s the easiest day of the week for me as well.
You can peek at my 80 Day Obsession results on here if you want a longer workout and to join my accountability group. Find Your Inner Glow Sending healthy and happy thoughts today you way.
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Dec 31 2018 
Shift Shop Review 2018 | A Mom’s Weight Loss Transformation!
Shift Shop Review 2018 | A Mom’s Weight Loss Transformation!
I just completed three weeks of Shift Shop Proving Grounds and had to share some of the moves with you. It was a nice break up from what I had been doing. The markers and tracking system Chris, the trainer, put together was a nice challenge. Each week went up in time by 10 minutes so I had to plan accordingly. The strength workout were by far my favorite part. The cardio workouts needed a little more space than I have in my workout room so that was a downfall.
I wrote motivational quotes on each marker and loved everything he said about pushing through the hard to find a deeper level. When our bodies get tired, that’s when our minds and souls need to take over. He would say the perfect reminder at the perfect time during the workout which is always needed. The Proving Ground workouts didn’t change the entire program but I liked that part because then I could track my numbers and see if I could do more with the time I had. By week three, my numbers were higher which I was proud of.
I wouldn’t say this is my favorite program but maybe that’s because I had already done a round of the original Shift Shop and it was very much the same. What I will say is, his strength workouts are such a perfect blend of cardio and weights that I will go back to Strength 35 and 45 if I have a free day between programs and need a good workout I’ll enjoy. With over 800 workouts at my fingertips, I love discovering new favorites to revisit!!!
I hope you will join me for your 2019 health goals. Transform :20 is next! Join me! Sign up here: Transform 20 with ME!! There is so much available that we will never get bored. Talk soon! XO, Stace
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Dec 31 2018 
Quick Hair Updo Tutorial for Date Night
Quick Hair Updo Tutorial for Date Night
Do you ever feel like you wear the same hairstyle to every event? That’s me and I’m over it! To style my longer hair, I’m always thinking braids but this half up, half down style is actually something I could get into. It feels dressier and with the little techniques used by my hair bestie, Carine, looks dressy, too! Perfect for the Holiday parties we have coming up!!
Having a volume spray helps get the hair ready to style and this one is my favorite: VOLUME SPRAY IS HERE! It smells amazing and also gives the right lift to my heavy hair! I love it on days two and three of not washing my hair to bring the volume and prevent the flat “dirty hair” look. Did I mention it smells amazing? I’m such a sucker for the good smells!
With all the tricks of wrapping the ponytail and bobby pins, you’ll be sure to feel put together and even more glamorous than ever! My favorite part is how leaving the sections of hair in the front adds the spice!
This hairspray is perfect to finish off any style. I’ve used it for years and it not only smells great (see, told you), it adds a good amount of shine to the hair. I prefer the medium hold version found here: MEDIUM HOLD HAIRSPRAY IS HERE!
More hair tutorials in different styles to come so stay tuned!!
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Dec 27 2018 
FabFitFun Winter 2019 Full Review | Is It Worth It?
FabFitFun Winter 2019 Full Review | Is It Worth It?
I finally did it! After a year of asking all my friends what FabFitFun box was their favorite, this one WON!!
Save $10 on your box with my link here so you know you’re getting the same options I’ve shown here. FabFitFun Custom Box HERE!
The main reason this box stood out to me was because of the jade roller. I get terrible “puffy face” if I get on a plane or even look at a glass of wine. I’m excited to travel with this tool and keep it in the fridge for the refreshing and relaxing effects it will bring. The rollers at Nordstrom are around $20 so I thought all the other products I got would be worth my extra investment.
It was really fun customizing my box! You get an email before your box ships every three months so you can see what you want and what you don’t want. I think I could use some of the fun products as gifts for my friends or family if I don’t think I’d use them.
If you delay on investing in self-care goodies like I do, wait no more!! This is something that will bring fun and excitement each season to your home. I’ve heard Birchbox and Ipsy are fun as well (Birchbox winning in popularity) but everyone still says FitFabFun is their favorite! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
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Dec 16 2018 
What you get with Transform :20?
What you get with Transform :20 on your your way to your Weight Loss Transformation!
I’m beyond excited to share this new program with you! In this video I explain everything that comes in your pack when you order! There are so many highlights but here’s a few.
- Every workout being unique as they are filmed live. No fitness boredom over here!
- The fact that the workouts are only twenty minutes and that there are six strength workouts and two ten minute bonus workouts. A ten minute booty workout and cardio blast. I’ll be excited to use these as I need them!
- The tracker so I can improve my speed and numbers! I also like that he has a daily journal for us to track what we eat, how we felt and lots of other things!!
I have twenty spots open for our exclusive Transform:20 accountability group starting January 7th with an optional three day cleanse. You can try the workout now before the program releases. Message me today so I can send it over to you, or I’ll send it once you sign up: Transform 20 with ME!!
Here’s what you’ll get when you join our Transform :20 group:
- One superfood meal a day you don’t have to prep or plan in 9 flavor choices, even vegan options
- Full customizable meal guide
based on your eating style and preference. - Hundreds of workouts to choose from. I’ll help with what fits with your preference and goals after you’re done with Transform:20.
- Me as your 24/7 coach, you’re go to girl!
- Fun workout buddies rocking their own schedule from home but checking in online (app and Fb)
I can’t wait to help you with your goals!! Transform 20 with ME!!
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Dec 14 2018 
Legs, Booty and Abs Workout! Oh MY!
Legs, Booty and Abs Workout! Oh MY! My Favorite 80 Day Obsession Moves!!
If you’re like me, there is nothing better than feeling long and lean after your workout. It’s one of my favorite feelings!! Here’s a short video with some moves to achieve a strong core, tight legs and round booty. I will be making another one soon with some other bun burners.
Grab a pen and paper and sketch a quick note so you have the sequence handy. You’ll do 15 reps of each move. On the moves that require you to alternate legs, simply count the right leg 15 times as you alternate. You’ll also need one weight, I’m using a 10 lb dumbbell.
If you have slides and loops at home, grab those to have handy. If you don’t, grab a paper plate to work as your slide and forgo the loops. If you have hard floors, you can actually use a small towel to use as your slide, it will give the same effect.
I would love to connect you with the bundle pack that gives you these amazing little tools to enhance your workout, so message me for details on the current sale packs!
There are over 800 workouts for you to stream from any device / smart t.v. and you’d have me as your one on one coach. These moves are samples from these amazing trainers and workouts. I did not come up with them myself. 80 Day Obsession moves are some of my favorites. Autumn Calabrese is one of my favorites.
The Workout
- Here’s your order and you can repeat this 2-3 times depending on how much time you have. Make sure to run in place and warm up.Tension
- Squats with loop. I love how this move engages the legs and booty at the same time.
- Four Way Lunge. I love this move!! You’ll go into a back lunge, curtsy, side and then a squat. By the 15th rep, your legs will be screaming.
- In and Outs. Start at the top and press your core to the floor as you extend your legs and arms back.
- Cabbage Patch Crunches.
- Bear Kicks with a 10 second hold at the end. Make sure to keep your knees just 2 inches off the ground and your hands directly under your shoulders.
- Swimmers. Amazing move for the lower core and back.
- Side Tucks with loop. 15 each side.
- Squat Jumps with loop and weight. Do two lateral shuffles before each jump squat moving right and left. This one will blast your heart rate for an extra calorie burn.
- Inner Thigh Burner. 15 each side. Tuck the loop around the arch of your outside foot and around the ankle of the leg that is being lifted.
- End all moves with some leg stretching, morning stretch and the upper body connector stretch. Stretching post workout is so important!! Don’t ever skip that part.
I hope this was a fun workout for you to do quickly!! Leave me a comment if you have questions or you completed this!! How did it feel? I hope amazing!!!
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Dec 14 2018 
Babyliss Pro Curling Iron, The Best Curling Iron EVER!
Babyliss Pro Curling Iron, The Best Curling Iron EVER!
I am only slightly freaking out right now, girls. If you have been frustrated at all with your hair and how it’s styling, something from this blog should help you start enjoying the entire process. I know first hand how frizzy and unruly hair can be in humidity and also from the highlighting chemicals and styling tools. Did you know your flat iron and curling iron can actually be damaging your hair every time you use them?
I know now that my curling iron was not helping me one bit!!! I was so tempted to invest in the T3 system I kept seeing women rave about and while I’m sure the tools are beyond amazing, my budget does not fit that type of investment right now.
So I asked my hair bestie and she quickly knew where to send me. Straight to the Babyliss Pro line of tools. After posting about this on my Instagram stories today, about 4 of my friends immediately responded that they have been using this brand of tools for a while and LOVE it!! I was behind the times on this but not any more!
Here is the curling iron I purchased. 1 inch is the perfect size for me right now. https://amzn.to/2PlpcyI
I also talk highly of these tried and true styling products I’ve been loving lately. Here they are in order of how I use them on hair wash day. I explain how and why I use them in my video for you.
First I sleep on this pillowcase to prevent fine lines and hair kinks: https://amzn.to/2UmtKsl
I also love these hair ties for my workouts because they don’t leave marks in my hair: https://amzn.to/2QhkXts
Sexy Hair Active Recovery: http://bit.ly/sexyhairactiverecovery
Moroccan Oil Root Boost: https://amzn.to/2L4mPjq
Amika The Shield: https://amzn.to/2Ssd40A
Living Proof Volume Blast is great for refreshing day old hair and adding volume and texture anytime you need it: https://amzn.to/2Urfyy5
Moroccan Oil Medium Hairspray: https://amzn.to/2SvHpLZ
If you get this brand of styling tools, you have to message me and let me know how much better your hair wash days are.
XO, Stacy
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