What is your Challenge & Energize review
Focus T25 - challenging each other
We have 3 others joining us in our Focus T25 challenge for the next few months. How are you doing? We would enjoy being accountable to even more of you. Tammy and I often use the Energy and Endurance product before our workouts (usually only 1 scoop which is a 1/2 dose). Recently I tried the new Energize at a full dose which for this product is 1 scoop. See my review below for information. Also Tuesday, Tammy shared her heart about what it means to face a challenge. I wanted to repost it here and encourage you to ask yourself what challenge are you facing? Will you come out better for it in the other end? (
T25 Review)
Words from my wife...Stop Wallowing
(Tammy's post)
We are on day 2 of our Autumn T25 challenge but I am undertaking another challenge this season as well. For me fitness is the easy part. I love to workout, the tougher the better. I'm kind of intense that way. I can see and feel the effects mentally and physically. However, the greater challenge is my day to day attitude toward home and family. We are in a rough season that has been pressing, discombobulating and just plain hard. It has torn me down and I want to be built back up. I want to be "good" when someone asks how I am. I want to rise above my emotions and experience a free life again not the oppression I have been under. I am making it my Autumn challenge to stop wallowing in the difficulties. To focus on the the little good things that happen everyday and pray when they don't. So I ask you, what's your challenge? Is it your health? I can help, send me a message. Is it home? Is it family? Is it something else? Then let's journey together. I will hold you up in prayer.
Energize review
(Note Additional Drink Information found here -
Drinks: Recovery, Protein and Shakeology)
The short review, is this one is probably not for me. I had tried it before, at 1/2 scoop and it was fair. I tried a full scoop today and experienced the tingling from the Beta Alanine that is expected. This reaction is normal as stated in the "Watch this video" link about the science of the product. I may try a reduced dosage again, but I did not like the feeling. Beta Alanine is a great endurance substance and the supplement is state of the art, but it may not be for me at this time and for the Focus T25 routine. Many may not mind the tingle, but for me I will be returning to 1 scoop of the Energy & Endurance for the pre-workout drink. With either product it is key yo start your workout within 5-10 minutes for us, or we feel a bit anxious (Tammy and I do not have caffeine in our normal diet.) Below is information about Energize.
What is the science behind the Energize formula?
Watch this
video on Energize.
What can cause a tingling sensation while using Energize?
Beta Alanine, an amino acid naturally occurring in the body, elevates levels of the protein carnosine.
Is the tingling sensation normal?
Yes. The effect will subside with the onset of exercise and with continued, regular use.
Was tingling taken into account when calculating the dosage?
Yes. The Energize dosage of 800mg is shown to be the most effective while keeping tingling to a minimum.
What is difference between the Energize and E&E formulas?
E&E was developed in 2010; Energize is the best energy formula according to current scientific consensus.
Why is Energize not fortified with Vitamins C & E (antioxidants)?
Concentrated levels of antioxidant vitamins like C & E impede adaptation if taken near a workout.
Why is adaptation to exercise important?
New exercise causes changes important to the progress of muscles, bones, and the cardiovascular system.
What causes the bright yellow color in Energize and Hydrate?
The ingredient quercetin (a natural phytonutrient present in fruits & vegetables) causes the yellow color.
What does the yellow color indicate?
Yellow indicates high purity & potency in quercetin; Beachbody uses the highest quality in the industry.
Is the beet sugar in Energize GMO-free?
PCR analysis testing by the supplier for the presence of GMO DNA showed no measurable GMO DNA.
Will Energize replace E&E? Will E&E be discontinued?
There are no current plans to discontinue E&E.
For information on the E&E pre-workout drink see
New Energy and Endurance Drink
