Natalie Jill – The NatalieJillFitness Iconic Founder & Fitness Model Interview With T&T!

Trimmed&Toned Team.

How Did You Get Started In Health And Fitness?

I never thought that I would be a fitness model (which I started doing at age 39!), let a alone a fitness, nutrition and motivational MENTOR to so many. Nutrition and Fitness was always a hobby to me for years and years while I navigated the world of Medical Device Sales. It wasn’t until I hit rock bottom that I DECIDED to start my life over, make a change to myself and move into fitness and nutrition full time. You can see the full story of how I hit rock bottom and made the transformation here: You Make Your Own Luck!

What Is Your Best Accomplishment So Far?

In my career, I would have to say my 7 day jump start program (http://7DayJumpStart.com) . What started as a guide for ME and my friends turned into a major transformation for tens of thousands of people and it is what launched my business.

Honestly, having Celiac Sprue does not affect me negatively one bit. I always giggle when someone things it’s an awful thing. It is the most easily managed disease and it makes you HEALTHIER! Gluten needs to be OUT!

What Is Your Workout Routine?

I am active most every day but my FOCUSED and intense training are 3-4 days a week. I train functionally using primarily my OWN body weight and I NEVER use machines that isolate. I also do not break up body parts or do long slow drawn out cardio on machines ever. Favorite exercises are plyos, pullups, chin ups, plank based moves, sled pulls, lunges, battle ropes jump ropes and sprints.

What Is Your Diet Like?

I eat natural unprocessed REAL foods! If it GREW or came from a mother eat it! Processed foods are OUT. I eat VERY similar to what is on all of my programs and plans.

What Food Would We Find In Your Fridge?

You would find LOADS and LOADS of fruits and veggies! You would also find organic free range chicken, harboilded eggs, shell fish, wild fish, macadamia nuts and lot’s and lot’s of freshly made veggie juice.

Unprocess your diet, Be ACTIVE and surround yourself with positive and supportive people.

What Supplements Do You Use?

I use only a few supplements. Whey protein sometimes pre and post workout, BCAA’s and a natural caffeine and B vitamin energy shot before my workouts. I also take probiotics daily.

You Have Been Diagnosed With The Autoimmune Disease, Celiac Sprue. How Does This Affect You & How Have You Managed To Work Around It so Successfully?

Honestly it does not affect me negatively one bit. I always giggle when someone things it’s an awful thing. It is the most easily managed disease and it makes you HEALTHIER! Gluten needs to be OUT but when you eat a natural food diet- one that is free of processed foods, THOSE are gluten free by nature! Easy ☺

Your Abs Are Amazing! What Are Your Favourite Ab Exercises?

Thank you! ANYTHING plank based ☺ The 12 week super shred HERE: 12 Week Super Shred Plan and the Shredded Ab Program HERE: Natalie Jill’s Shredded Ab Program are very similar to how I train.

You Help So Many People Get In Shape! Has Their Been One Story That Sticks Out In Your Mind As Being The Most Rewarding?

There are SO many… the common theme is that I showed them HOW to do it in THEIR lifestyle and help them not only figure out their “why” but I teach them in a way that is easy to understand HOW to change their body. There is so much information overload out there and there is so much black and white in your face “you MUST do this, no exception…” and THAT is very very hard for people to learn and change with that! I make things simple, realistic and obtainable and it works. My favourite transformation however of all time was Jim Walthers. I have his whole story here: http://nataliejillfitness.com/jims-family-transformation/

What Are Some Of The Most Common Questions You Get Asked By People & How Do You Respond?

How do I get rid of my lower belly pooch. Hands down, number one question ☺ I wrote a BLOG with all of my answers to that because I was answering it so many times http://nataliejillfitness.com/how-to-get-abs-questions-answered/

How Do You Handle Set Backs & Bad Days?

I hang out with my daughter, my boyfriend or my dog… all three of their unconditional love help to remind me what life is REALLY about.

Did You Make Any Mistakes When You First Started Out?

Of course! I tried to be all things to all people. You can’t be ☺ I focus on the positive people that WANT to change and I work with my strengths.

Give Your Best 3 Health Tips That People Can Implement Right Now:

Unprocess your diet, Be ACTIVE and surround yourself with positive and supportive people.

Other Than Fitness, What Are You Interested In?

ANYTHING that my daughter is interested in (I just get lost in time with her!), shopping, eating out, hiking, and just being outside…

Where Does Your Motivation Come From?

I wish I knew because I would bottle it up and sell it! Not sure but I am highly motivated and it is a constant. I have a never ending list of things I want to do, share and teach!

For More Of Fitness Model & Health Icon Natalie Jill Please Check Out:

http://NatalieJillFitness.com
http://Rev-4.com
http://Instagram.com/NatalieJillFit
http://Facebook.com/NatalieJillFit
http://Youtube.com/NatalieJillFitness