P90X:MC2

If you like working outs created by Tony Horton like I do, you should check out One-on-One workouts. (Purchase any of the One on One Workouts here)

Volume 1 and 2 are in the Books and Volume 3 is in creation and will later be packaged as P90X:MC2 for those that love a challenge.

Past One-on-One Workouts to check out.

Volume 2 (click on Links to watch sample clip)
Cardio Intervals (July 2009)
Core Ball Sandwich (August 2009)
Patience Hummingbird (September 2009)
Ten Minute Crusher Pack (October 2009)
Butt & Belly (I Dare You) (November 2009)
Back & Belly (December 2009)
On One Leg (January 2010)
Iso Abs (February 2010)
Cardio Confusion - Mason's Choice (March 2010)
100/30/20 (April 2010)
One on One 4 Legs (May 2010)
One on One Upper Body Balance (June 2010)

Volume 1 (click on Links to watch sample clip)
Plyo Legs (July 2008)
Road Warrior (August 2008)
Killer Abs (Sept 2008)
Just Arms (October 2008)
Thirty-Fifteen (November 2008)
Fountain of Youth (December 2008)
Super Cardio (January 2009)
Mammoth UML (February 2009)
Bun Shaper (March 2009)
Medicine Ball Core Cardio (April 2009)
Recovery 4 Results (May 2009)
Diamond Delts (June 2009)

If it is not One-on-One that you want, Many P90X graduates want to know what to do next ? (If you do not know about P90X here is the 28 minute information video P90X The Answer or the short P90X | "The Answer" or short P90X | What comes next). But if you have finished, keep up the journey Some stop after there 90 Days and Coast, before getting back at it. I have done 5 rounds of P90X (pat on back) and still love the routine, but I have also incorporated other routines. So for the Grads you may want P90X+ (Purchase here)

Keep Pushing Play!

The Benefits of Whole Raw eggs

Carl Daikeler posted on a friends Blog about the values of whole eggs. I know Carl is just another person like most of us, but to have him (the CEO of the amazing Beachbody Company which I am a part of) comment on your blog, that is a highlight. We all welcome ANY comment. Anyway he brings up great points on the value of the whole Egg. HERE is the post.

Other area for information about the egg can be found here:

Eggs have no impact on dangerous cholesterol, new study

Reevaluating Eggs' Cholesterol Risks

Reevaluating Cholesterol

Get Crackin': Things You Should Know About Eggs by Shaun T (Insanity Creator)

Looking Good Isn't Good Enough

The following is a Blog post by Tony Horton (P90, P90X, P90X+ & One-on-One). They are my exact thoughts also. Maybe spending time Workout with Tony is actually brain-washing me to think like him. I hope to think that I always had this perspective. Okay I will admit it publicly, I do not want a "Dad Body". But I do want to be a great Dad, and that is what Exercise helps me to be.

Looking Good Isn't Good Enough

I've been sitting on this title for weeks and I've been having the toughest time trying to figure how I want to approach this topic. I like to focus on tangible ideas that help me live the lifestyle I preach about. I was in Atlanta last week at a Team BeachBody event talking about the effects of fitness and clean eating on the body and brain. My mantra is based in the belief that if you exercise today you get fitter today. If you exercise and eat whole foods today, your health improves today. If you exercise today the quality of your lives improves today because the area inside the temporal lobe of the brain releases proteins and chemicals that make you happy, confident and productive. And last but not least is the effect of exercise on your bodies ability to fight disease and injuries. All these amazing things will (not might) occur the same day you choose to exercise. Wow! So good!

What makes me crazy is that most people on this planet are so hung up on their looks. I'm one of them. Who am I kidding right? I'll show off my biceps and 6-pack at the opening of a letter. It feels good to look good. I understand this as well anyone. The problem lies in the thought that changing your looks is going to make your life better or more manageable somehow. Or that thinking a better body in the future is a sustainable motivator right now. Wanting to look good is great. Thinking that looking good is the end all be all holy grail is disastrous. If looking good is your first priority then it's probably also true that you live your life for others. It means that you care more about what others think of you, than what you think of yourself. This typically results in behavior that is contrary to consistent healthy living. Weight lose thru diets, diet pills, starving yourself before events like weddings and reunions, living and dying for the numbers on your scale all reflect the vicious cycle created by the look-at-me world we live in.

I think our egos can coexist with a more important and powerful energy that can give us purpose on this planet. This energy is the desire to be better. To be stronger, healthier, smarter, more patient and more productive. It's the desire to figure out what you're fighting for. What are YOU fighting for? Is it shapelier calves or to enter and finish your first 10K? Is priority 1 to lose the belly or to do 40 perfect push-ups? Is it looking good in a red dress at a wedding in front of a bunch of people who care too much about what they look like in front of you? BORING! I'm more impressed with the fit girl who can do splits on the dance floor. Success comes from a very gentle shift in priorities. From look-like to can-do. For some this shift is as simple as an on-off switch. For others it will be like cracking a safe. If you find that life has been filled with too many ups and downs then it might be time to make the shift. Constant focus on looking good will only disappoint you. Discover that fighting to be better, brings thrills and chills you never thought imaginable.

Right On Tony!

P90X and what is Next

Many P90X graduates want to know what to do next – (If you do not know about P90X here is the 28 minute information video P90X The Answer or the short P90X | "The Answer" or short P90X | What comes next). But if you have finished keep up the journey Some stop after there 90 Days and Coast, before getting back at it. I have done 5 rounds of P90X (pat on back) and still love the routine, but I have also incorporated other routines. So for the Grads you may want P90X+ (Purchase here)

Or try out any of Tony Horton’s One-on-One workouts, (if Tony is not too goofy for you)
(Purchase any of the One on One Workouts here)
Volume 2 (click on Links to watch sample clip)
Cardio Intervals (July 2009)
Core Ball Sandwich (August 2009)
Patience Hummingbird (September 2009)
Ten Minute Crusher Pack (October 2009)
Butt & Belly (I Dare You) (November 2009)
Back & Belly (December 2009)
On One Leg (January 2010)
Iso Abs (February 2010)
Cardio Confusion - Mason's Choice (March 2010)
100/30/20 (April 2010)
One on One 4 Legs (May 2010)

Volume 1 (click on Links to watch sample clip)
Plyo Legs (July 2008)
Road Warrior (August 2008)
Killer Abs (Sept 2008)
Just Arms (October 2008)
Thirty-Fifteen (November 2008)
Fountain of Youth (December 2008)
Super Cardio (January 2009)
Mammoth UML (February 2009)
Bun Shaper (March 2009)
Medicine Ball Core Cardio (April 2009)
Recovery 4 Results (May 2009)
Diamond Delts (June 2009)

Keep Pushing Play!

Doctors are using Shakeology® and recommending it to their patients.

Blog Post @ Reverse the trend -
Please take some time to watch this video. Tammy and I use this product as a great nutritional help and are so glad we found it. And many have heard me say before that Tammy’s cholesterol has reduced from 210 to 131, and we really feel we are getting some of the nutrients our diets use to lack. This video is 9:44 min and full of good information from doctors.

Link

Reverse the Trend and enjoy the process.

Body Gospel & TurboFire will be out this summer.

With the great variety of Beachbody’s many workout routines available there is really something for everyone. I personally love all of Tony Horton’s workouts like P90X, P90X+ & One-on-One. But I also have enjoyed some of the beginning workouts like Slim in 6, Project You. Currently I am doing Insanity and it is ... well, advanced.

This message is to introduce a two new workout coming this summer.
Body Gospel (beginner)
Following Test group stories are about 1-2 minutes each:
Body Gospel Success Story : Kat and John
Body Gospel Success Story: Ron and Kerry
Body Gospel Success Story : Heather
Body Gospel Success Story: Frank Wilson
Body Gospel Success Story: Pastor Eddie and Roxanne

You can go Here to ask to be alerted when Body Gospel becomes available.

Turbo Fire (advanced)
New Beachbody Product: TurboFire®

You can go Here to ask to be alerted when TurboFire becomes available.

I hope to have a Home Party soon to show what fitness tools are available. Time to Reverse the Trend.

Science behind the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse

I like to call the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse a "performance cleanse." This is because it was designed to be done with a workout program. Let's take a look at how this differs from other cleanses, how to tailor it to your needs, and what to expect if you or your customers decide to try it.

First of all, it's not a true cleanse. It's a calorie-restricted and nutrient-dense diet plan. Traditional cleanses contain very few calories and nutrients. Compared to the much more popular Master Cleanse, it's like an all-you-can-eat buffet. Traditional cleansing diets are done to rid your system of toxins and bring it into homeostasis. They also contain a spiritual aspect. This process can take a long time, which is why you may have seen coworkers walking around the office in a zombie-like state for weeks on end—swilling a strange concoction of lemons and maple syrup.

The Shakeology cleanse is nothing like that. Depending on how you decide to do it, you'll be eating frequently and consuming between 800 and 1,200 calories per day, and it could be even more should you feel the need. The point of this cleanse is not calorie restriction, per se—it's nutrient efficiency. The aim is to get the most nutrients possible into the fewest number of calories. The goal is to put all of these calories to use as a part of your exercise program, to rid your body of undigested foods and toxins, and to bring your hydration levels into homeostasis. The result you're after is not weight loss—though it will likely occur—but for your body to be running more efficiently. This should make you feel lighter and more energetic, even though you're doing an exercise program.

How It Works
Your eating structure doesn't change. You still eat every few hours while you're awake. Each meal should have a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and fiber. And while you're not eating as much food as you'd normally eat, your calorie-to-nutrient ratio is extremely high. This means that you shouldn't restrict the actual nutrients you're getting by too much, so activity can continue as normal.

We recommend you try to keep your shakes to just Shakeology. Adding fruits of any kind, or seeds (for fat and fiber), or the Shakeology Fiber supplement, can and should be done as you see fit.

Ditto for your one solid meal—a salad. As we all know from any salad bar, the definition of salad can be varied. The goal of the salad in the plan is to keep your calories coming from natural sources (no artificial ingredients should be added, including artificial salad dressing). Aside from that, you can add ingredients as necessary. Keep your meat intake to four ounces or less, but add veggies, seeds, nuts, fruits, and legumes in quantities to satiate you.

The goal of the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse is to optimize your performance. You want to eat enough to fuel your day AND your workout. The foods you're eating are so high in fiber and nutrients that it's virtually impossible to overeat. You'll be consuming so much fiber, along with enzymes and digestive aids, that your body's ability to flush excess foods quickly will be at its peak.

What to Drink
Water, of course, is recommended in quantity. This is vital to any cleanse, because one of your goals is to bring your hydration into homeostasis. When your electrolytes are out of balance—the main problem we have is salt—you often retain water outside of your cells. This situation, which we refer to as retaining water, is cured by drinking more water. As the excess salts are diffused, your body begins to hydrate your cells (using sodium as it should be used) and flush the water held outside the cells. So, oddly enough, you drink water to eliminate water retention.

Sodas, alcohols, juices, etc., should be eliminated entirely during a cleanse. Coffee and tea, which are diuretics, should be minimized at the very least and eliminated if possible. Again, performance is the key, so if you need a cup of Joe as a pick-me-up, go ahead. Just use only as needed, and don't use additives. Eliminating sugar and chemicals is vital. However, do not use energy drinks or soda for this purpose, including the ones with artificial sweeteners. Coffee drinkers may find that switching to black tea during a cleanse will give you the energy you're looking for with less upset. Coffee's acidic nature can heighten the effects in a negative way during your cleanse.

Why You Won't Lose Weight
I should say why you might not lose weight, but I wanted to get your attention. Most people will lose some weight during a cleanse, but that is not the goal. Those with a lot of undigested gunk in their systems will lose weight as it's flushed out. Those of you who are properly hydrated and already eat well are less likely to lose. For those of you who need to lose weight, take heart: you are setting up your system to use nutrients more efficiently and improving your ability to lose weight through structured diet and exercise. So while you may not lose much on the cleanse, you'll be more prepared to lose weight later.

Another reason why we don't always lose weight on cleanses is due to a stress hormone called cortisol. Restricting calories is stressful to the body, and it reacts by releasing cortisol. Cortisol is performance-enhancing in the short term, but if you somehow keep your body stressed for long periods, it creates havoc in your system and can cause you to doggedly hang onto weight in a type of survival mode. We don't want this to occur, which is one reason the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse is short. It's important not to remain in a highly calorie-deficient state for long periods of time, especially when you are trying to exercise hard.

View the entire Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse regimen here >>