I have many reasons for becoming a coach. The main one... I wanted to help people adopt a healthy lifestyle and experience the amazing changes that I had!
I have been providing free coaching since 2004 with Beachbody and am thoroughly enjoying the relationships and friends I have made along the way. Not to mention all of the success stories I have witnessed.
This video sums up my reasons and features many of my firneds and their success stories.
Yep, that simple little phrase from our childhood as we played a game galled tag. Most of the time you didn’t want to be “it” unless you had a crush on someone and wanted to try and tag them!
Tagging has taken on new meanings in the Social Media world and I love being Tagged so I’m it!
You see, back in April of 2007 I started a weekly video podcast, that, at the time seemed to have an endless array of topics. It was intended to share my experiences with P90X and Power 90 as well as poke fun at health and fitness.
Well, sustaining a weekly podcast became more and more of a challenge for one reason or another. Still, the feedback I was getting was quite overwhelming and I make a conscious effort each week to have one ready to go. Challenges always present themselves such as time, topic and tech glitches. Still... the feedback, the “fans!” I do it all for the “fans!” OK, that may be over the top.
Anyway, back to tagging. As I dig more and more into social media sites I have been able to share Power Blast Podcast with even more people. On Facebook I even created a... wait for it... YES... a FAN PAGE!! I get to tag myself once a week. I know. Not the idea. Still, I do have special guests n the show from time to time and plan on tagging others.
Often when I was in my 20s and 30s and getting fatter and fatter I had had visions of going away to a fat camp or fitness camp or some sort of retreat where I could live for a year and work hard to totally transform my body and my health. I often pictured the scene as people would barely recognize me and would ask lots of questions or statements like, "What's your secret?" "What Have you been doing" or "Man, you look awesome!"
Well, I never made it to that get away and years passed without any progress in the health arena. Guess what! I kept growing bigger and feeling weak, tired, lethargic, and crumpy. Yep. Me...Grumpy. I was edgy a lot of the time.
Well, as you know I discovered that infomercial that changed my life and didn't need to get away to change my body, health or life. Now I feel energized, happy and look pretty darn fit!
So, I was thinking. We are heading into a new decade. How can I help others with their own "getaway transformation camp" without leaving home?
We will break down the entire year into 3 month sections. I have a few tracks in mind. I know everyone has a different fitness personality, but I'll share one here.
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You will succeed and the 2010 will be the start of an amazing decade!!
I Have to admit it. Since getting a teaser of what this Insanity workout is all about this past March I was not amped up about its release. So, as the year progressed and we got a teaser preview and all the hyp building around it, I still was not excited. I was afraid. I know this workout is not for everyone and will be VERY DEMANDING for anyone who gives it their best. I also know it takes a certain mindset to push through it. There are no modifications. All or nothing with this one.
So, I have the option of just watching from the sidelines while my friends tear themselves apart with this program. I mean, what do I have to provc? I'm in the best shape of my life. I'm 45 years old and heck, I'm not trying to make the Olympic team or the NFL for that matters.
Guess what. I bought it anyway. Call it impulse- In the moment- Gotta have the latest and greatest. Call it whatever. I bought it...within 30 minutes of it being announced!!
Once I clicked the "buy" button. I paced the house waiting and waiting for that darn UPS truck to get here. Everyone else was getting theirs! Where's mine??
It arrived. You know what I did. Nothing. I panicked. Yes I opened it and looked at the impressive packaging. That's it. Maybe I'll try a few of the workouts. Maybe I'll give it a shot next month.
Well, I heard an infomercial was done about Insanity. Someone posted it on YouTube. I watched all there segments last night.
Guess what! I'm starting today. I have everything to prove and it's all me baby! I'm going to see what I'm made of. 60 days... Make it Insane!
Who's with me? Will it be you? Please join me in proving it to ourselves. We can do it!
Just minutes ago Team Beachbody announced the release of Shaun T's Insanity! So many people were blogging and twittering and posting about the news that fans took down the store. I ironic that so many would aready go insane! The store is up and running now. Next post will be on the announcement to get FREE shipping on home direct orders for Shakeology, Shakeology Fiber Boost, and Results & Recovery Drink!
I certainly have to say that it is exciting to know a new workout comes to my house every month. The beauty is that I'm always surprised at what Tony has in store! Another beauty is that I can combine these workouts to make a game plan for my usual 30-day block, or just interject them for variety.
According to the web site: "You'll experience the same P90X® intensity in only 20 to 40 minutes per workout." That's the truth. My body is screaming at me today after doing the Plyo/Legs routine from volume one. And guess what! You can buy Volume 1 of One on One with Tony Horton at 50% off! Sweet Deal.
Get all of "last season's" discs for a steal and start Volume 2 for only a penny! I'm liking squat - reach - jumps a whole lot better now! By the way, when you subscribe to Tony Horton's One on One series, you also get a Pay It Forward workout DVD for FREE. This isn't a workout you do yourself. It's one you give to someone who really needs it. A gift of health. Truly in tradition of Pay It Forward! The spirit of what coaching is all about!
So, keep ramping up your workouts with the variety of these muscle building DVDs you can do right at home! bump P90X (or any program) up a notch or two. Subscribe and get Disc One, Volume 2 is only 1¢. It's called Cardio Intervals. You also get the Pay It Forward disc for FREE. Hey! I'll give you the direct link to order right here!
Well, the the highly anticipated Shaun T workout called Insanity should be announce in Mid July assuming all planets have aligned. So, I have been gearing up for this mind-blowing workout series. Because I get the Tony Horton One - on - One DVDs that arrive at my mailbox once a month (subscription is only a 1¢ in the month of July), Beachbody throws in bonus DVDs from time to time. Last time we got a free Insanity workout! So, PT has been doing that one once or twice a week while doing the One on Ones.
After literally getting smacked upside the head this morning by Shaun T. it occurred to me that this video series could be dangerous to your health if certain precautions aren't taken. You see, you are going to need a lot of towels and rather absorbent clothing. As I worked out all I notices were pools of sweat collecting on the floor. Pretty rough on the footwork. Good thing I have hardwood flooring and grippy shoes!
So, while this upcoming series is going to no doubt whip me into better shape, I can see the dangers that lie ahead.
In honor of our great country to the north and the amazing friends I have living there (as well as those who will soon be my friends), I would like to wish you all a Happy Canada Day!
I honor your great country with a toast of Chocolate Shakeology and a huge smile in my heart!
And for those Canadian die hard Beachbody fans...thanks for keeping the faith, bringing it to the max, and most of all, for sharing and motivating others around the world to do the same!
Welcome to the summer festival season! Here's what's on the menu to keep us sane, healthy, happy and fit! Tasty Protein!! Yep, add protein to your diet with Chocolate Covered Bacon... On a stick!!
You read right. Chocolate Covered Bacon. This will go well with the deep fried Oreos, greasy french fries and the fat-laden cream puffs at our state fair!
So, I get this bonus DVD preview with my recent Tony Horton's One on One Disk. I decide to give it a try and it crushes me. Do I walk away all pouty like? NO! I decide to do it again at the end of the week and videotape the entire workout. Yeah, I have some work to do on form, but I am ready to go insane this summer.
You can view the video footage snippets in my latest Power Blast Podcast Episode 113 for Saturday, May 30. This is not an advanced plyo routine as Keith Harris has told me. It's going to turn the cardio interval workout upside down.
If you love marathons, spinning or any other heavy duty cardio routines, then you're going to love the challenge of Insanity coming out in mid June!
Get your free Preview of Insanity here just by subscribing to Tony Horton'sOne on One! Only subscribers can get the bonus Shaun T DVD.
ALSO, please let me know if you'd like to be emailed the instance INSANITY is available. Click here to join our community and be in the know!
This past April 13 marked 6 years since I started my journey to health and fitness. I actually started one year previously when I bought Power 90 of an infomercial at 4:30 in the morning. But I failed miserably as I tried to do the program on my own terms. So, the videos collected dust until I grew another jean size.
Fast forward to today, May 15, 2009 and I am BLOWN AWAY at what I have achieved using Beachbody workouts, supplements and online community support tools.
Last week Beachbody celebrated their 10th year Anniversary. So, I feel I discovered them in their infancy. My how this company has listened to the customer and developed amazing programs and products like Hip Hop Abs, Slim in Six, P90X, Turbo Jam, Yoga Booty Ballet, Chalean Extreme, Insanity and Shakeology. Each revolutionary in their own special way.
Two of the products mentioned above I have never done. Insanity hasn't yet hit the market and Yogo Booty Ballet just doesn't appeal to my inner Goddess. ;)
That being said, I want to thank all the amazing people at Beachbody and incredible trainers who have made it possible for me to walk with confidence and happiness. Now I am able to help others to adopt a health lifestyle through the Beachbody Coaching program. This lets someone like me earn a brilliant supplemental income without needing any special certification. All I gotta do is share my story. I proudly do.
Have you ever wanted to do a live workout with Tony Horton?? I have had the honor to do so 4 times. All great experiences and always a soreness festival! Of course it isn't always possible to book an appointment with The Man. So, the next best thing is to bring Tony into your house on DVD with awesome workouts like Power 90, P90X or even working out mono e mono (mano a mono, to be correct) with Tony himself with his subscription DVD series called One on One with Tony Horton.
You’ve never worked out with Tony Horton like this before. There's no set. Just you with Tony in his own gym! So, go ONE on ONE! Every month, a new workout will be delivered to your door. Plus, get a FREE DVD wallet to hold your new workouts!
And as an X-tra bonus this month (May 2009), they are including an entire DVD from the upcoming Shaun T's Insanity workout. But that's only available to subscribers.
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Does time really fly when you're having fun? Well, I know it sure does when you're confusing your muscles. Check that. While it seems like time stands still when you just start a fitness program like P90X, it's amazing how the "quality of life" changes during that time. Once you reach your goals, time seems to fly again because ANYTHING is possible!
P90X came out FIVE years ago and I was one of the original P90Xplorers who took on this crazy fitness journey to get ripped. And it worked!! And you know what?? I continue to do P90X today. I love the variety of workouts and you can't beat the nutrition guide and support tools. Especially the support found with the community at Team Beachbody!!
To this day I swear by this comprehensive, muscle confusing, butt-kicking, Xtreme workout system. I started another round last month and I still get sore and never get bored!
If you want to totally transform and chisel your body and have the determination to commit to 90 days, then please visit my site to order P90X and let's get your going. Another perk?? You get me as a coach to help keep you on track and give the butt kicking you might need from time to time!!
I have to give my "honest" assessment. Shakeology rules! I made a discovery while on a trip to Cabo!!! Making an amazing tasting meal replacement shake. I just made a podcast on how to make a Banana Split Shakeology. You can view this great treat at: