A Thank-You Giveaway!

10/11/2012

It was barely a year and a half ago that I started my SparkYourMotivation Facebook fan page. It has really grown into something pretty major since then! I never, ever expected that the page would be approaching 20,000 fans. I was honored to reach my first 1,000, so this current number just blows me away!

Now, don't get me wrong. I'm not focused wholly on the numbers. Nope. I love to interact with each of you, no matter how many of you there are. I love to hear how the things I share and post help motivate you to live your best life. I love positive chat and banter. I enjoy reaching out to so many and sharing what I find interesting, useful, helpful and intriguing.

A little about me, since I've not yet fully introduced myself to all of you:

My name is Chandra. I'm nearly 33, and married with 2 boys. We homeschool our eldest son and I hold down multiple part-time jobs. My husband is a musician/game developer/amateur chef & beer brewer/inventor/creator. I've been working to lose weight and get fit since February 2010. I've successfully lost 50lbs, gained 32lbs during my pregnancy and lost that weight again after my youngest son was born in February of this year. I am currently working toward getting to my goal weight/size, mainly by running, practicing yoga, and using Jillian Michaels and Bob Harper workout DVDs for strength training.

I am assistant to Regina at Romancing Your Soul, as well as a part time legal assistant at a local law office. Add to that being a full time mom and homeschooler, well, you get the idea. BUSY! But, I love it.

My favorite color is purple. I love to read (currently reading "The Return of Merlin" by Deepak Chopra). I enjoy helping others become and stay motivated in any area of their lives. I simply love to help!

AND SO, that said... in honor of such GREAT numbers of amazing people gathered together to send, receive and recharge their Motivation, I want to give something away. To show my appreciation for all of you, and to help motivate you to take steps toward your goals, whatever they may be... I have a New Balance Via Base+ pedometer for one lucky SparkYourMotivation reader!!

Here's a great article to read for tips on how to get the recommended 10,000 steps a day for health and fitness: http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/cardio/walking/how-to-use-a-pedometer-to-get-10000-steps/?page=2

It's so easy to keep track of your daily steps/distance with a pedometer... enter below to win!!!

Simply follow the directions on the Rafflecopter form below to enter:

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39 Comments

Olga Ortega

10/11/2012 11:40:41 am

Adriana Zamora Erikson

10/11/2012 11:41:16 am

I've just started running with a friend of mine. It' s the best anti depression therapy ever!!

Chandra link

10/12/2012 05:30:30 am

It certainly is! I've been guilty of focusing too much on results lately, though, and forgetting to enjoy the run just for the joy of running. My next run, I have promised myself to just relish the run rather than watching the pace "clock". Best wishes on your running experience!

Angela

10/11/2012 11:41:58 am

Thanks for the awesome facebook page, and this giveaway!

Chandra Sullivan link

10/12/2012 05:32:19 am

Thank you for joining me! :)

frankie williams

10/11/2012 11:49:09 am

I just started a new walking plan and this would really come in handy!

Chandra

10/12/2012 05:33:02 am

Very best wishes for your new walking plan!!

Rachael Boudreau link

10/11/2012 12:26:29 pm

I found you on FB, and really love your posts. After reading your blog, I even more appreciate you words of encouragement. As a mom of similar age, I understand how hard it is to fit in time for yourself to workout. Great job, keep up the great work and thank you for the inspiration.

10/12/2012 05:35:22 am

Thank you! It has been especially hard to fit in workouts these days. It's hard not to beat myself up for days when I just didn't find the time to fit it in. I have to keep reminding myself, I'm doing the best I can with everything that is going on around me. I have to keep remembering that I AM making progress, no matter how slow. Thank you for being a part of my page. :)

Theresa Zarichney

10/11/2012 12:49:42 pm

I start each day reading your post on Facebook ! Always excited to see what movitation you posted to make my day exciting!!!

10/12/2012 05:37:39 am

You have made my day with this comment. Thank you so much. I'm very happy you enjoy the Facebook posts, and look forward to finding and creating more interesting and fun things to post!

Katy link

10/11/2012 06:57:07 pm

I am Katy...I am 31 with three children. :) I homeschool them as well! I began getting fit on June 1st of this year and have lost 42 lbs so far! I take a spinning class at the Y and am eating healthy! :)

10/12/2012 05:39:14 am

Hi Katy! We chose to go with Indiana Connections Academy, so it's still public school, but it's online, from home. It works best for us. What program(s) do you use, or of your own making? Congratulations on the great weight loss, what awesome progress!! Keep up the great work; it's nice to "meet" you!

joseph s

10/11/2012 10:39:17 pm

I'm joe I'm 36 live in brooklyn ny, love music and the arts.

10/12/2012 05:40:13 am

Hello Joe. I *love* music too. Thanks for stopping by!

Jill H

10/11/2012 10:57:31 pm

I have three little ones with one on the way due in January, making this 4 kids in under 5 years :). I am super busy being a mom and trying to still work PT when I can....love being a mom and can't wait to get back to the gym after baby is born :)

10/12/2012 05:42:39 am

Wow! You are inspiring. My 2 kiddos are 8 years, and 8 months. Big gap in between, and it really works for us. I could hardly imagine 4 under 5s! Bravo to you!! And congratulations on the upcoming new addition.. how exciting!! I can hardly believe how quickly my little one has grown. He was just born in February.. wasn't that just last week?!?! Hehe!

Mary Lou!

10/12/2012 12:55:51 am

I am in need of help and especially motivation to start on a program to better health. I find it difficult to walk with two bad knees. I find I need a great deal of encouragement........Live in a place where I am rather unknown except to a couple seniors.

10/12/2012 08:15:02 am

Mary Lou, do you have someplace you can go to swim? Swimming, water aerobics, that kind of thing, the BEST for being easy on the knees. Maybe you can get out and meet a walking buddy or two? Just drop me a line anytime, I'm always here to offer encouragement!!

Mary Lou

10/18/2012 10:55:59 pm

Chandra, the pool at the Senior Center is hard to get into. by that I mean folks have been using it before we arrived in town and they find ways of signing up first. AND actually I am afraid I am not a swimmer. Not to be totally put off by it. You TRY for the encouragement level all the time and I seem to find fault with it all. I am sorry but This area (Rocky mount) and the living area (Seniors) isn't the best. I just try. I try by watching what I eat. Sometimes I am on a SEE FOOD diet but at other times I can push away. The sun makes a BIG difference in what I get accomplished in my day. BUT I THANK YOU for giving me bits of advice. I do admire you and wish we had the closeness and time together. You are Helpful my friend.

Sonya

10/12/2012 03:33:35 am

I like to camp & hike

10/12/2012 08:16:59 am

Sonya, I love to camp and hike too. Didn't get to do much of either this past summer, as we have an infant. However, we're looking forward to next summer!

Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard

10/12/2012 09:22:55 am

I am a mom of two grown boys and I live in Northwestern Ontario, Canada

10/12/2012 12:47:36 pm

Thank you for stopping by! :)

Angie

10/13/2012 08:01:35 am

Hi, Angie here. 37, married , two kids, work full time as an office manager. I too am just starting my weight loss journey

10/14/2012 05:21:22 am

Hi Angie! Best wishes on your weight loss journey. Let me know if you have any questions I may be able to assist you with!

Joy Cassidy

10/13/2012 12:00:38 pm

Thank you for your great work!!

10/14/2012 05:22:09 am

Thank you, Joy! :)

Jennifer Rote

10/14/2012 01:51:23 am

I am about 20 lbs over weight. Big change from my 30's when the doctor was worried because I was so under weight lol Need to do something to get it under control.

10/14/2012 05:23:13 am

Hi Jennifer! I recommend checking out www.myfitnesspal.com. Great website and resources for managing weight. It's all free and I've been a member there for a number of years now. :)

Jamie Martin

10/16/2012 02:29:01 pm

MFP IS the answer. I've been on there over a year, and I love it, but I keep ignoring what it tells me.. I had a quarter of a cherry pie for lunch. -sighs-

Andrew Adamson

10/15/2012 11:38:37 am

I like to run :)

10/18/2012 09:40:37 pm

I've come to love running, too. :)

10/16/2012 02:29:49 pm

Not sure my comment showed up. Need to lose about 50 lbs, want to be a fireman, live with a gorgeous girl, and we're in this together.

Kathleen link

10/24/2012 12:49:36 am

Some days are tough. Some days are even tougher! It's nice to know I have a place to turn to when I need that extra kick in the rear! THANK YOU! :)

Paula G. link

10/24/2012 01:00:58 am

Thank you for this blog site, I've started exercising and my family isn't motivating me. They would rather I just be like before and only worry about them. It's my turn to watch out for myself and your posts help me to get motivated and keep going. thanks.

Deb link

10/24/2012 01:11:14 am

I just found your blog and website and enjoy it. I've had alot of motivation - it's gotten me through three heart procedures and a total knee replacement. Started running a few months ago and am hooked, ran the Color Run and now signed up for the Glow Run. A pedometer would help me on my journey!

Marcia WIlkerson link

10/24/2012 02:38:13 am

I am a fitness instructor. I teach kick, piloxing, spinning and TRX!

Chris

10/25/2012 06:45:12 am

Hi, I'm Chris, a 32 year old single mother in NH. I love being with kids and teaching them to be healthy, active individuals. I enjoy your honesty and motivation daily. Thanks!!

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