I can no longer say while doing my P90X (or Insanity) "heck that is why I do the Workouts, for the Recovery Drink". So I am still not over the total disappointment in the "New & Improved" Results and Recovery Drink. After using it for 4-years and seeing only minor flavor changes and liking it through each one, this is a change that is much hard to swallow. Curious what others out there thought.
If you're looking for the old R&R Drink and bars they are on clearance at 35% off on the bars and around 44% off on the Drink. Just sign in to the Team beachbody account and Click on "SHOP", and look for the CLEARANCE section on the left.
My review of the Changed products:
The new drink has an acidic edge that tastes like you're drinking a Vitamin C pill. And while I know it does not have any artificial sweeteners the aftertaste is like it does.
A Discussion of some of the changes can be found on the Team Beachbody Message boards:
New and Improved Results and Recovery Drink
And here (First 5 posts in thread are from 2009 Change)
Did P90X Recovery Drink formula change?
While I was not happy with the P90X Results & Recovery Drink changes, I would generally give "2 thumbs up" on the P90X® Peak Performance Bars. Soy protein Crisps seem to be contained in all the bars now. All the bars seem to have lost the Brown Rice Syrup, which is replaced with polyglycitol syrup. Most of the bars dropped about 10 Calories, but were also reduced in Sugars from mid 20's to mid-teens. Isomalto-oligosaccharides (prebiotic fiber) was added to the bars.
(Note: Last I checked the links to the flavor labels did not open with the Firefox Browser)
Cafe Mocha - was a bit more coffee strong, which may be good for some.
Chocolate Peanut Butter - got the addition of Peanut Flour, which may be what gives it a more "peanutty" taste as opposed to Almond/vanilla before.
Wildberry Yogurt - happy about this change. I had always thought they were a bit too sweet before, they are getting better.
Chocolate Fudge - Similar to previous, maybe a bit softer and smoother.
All in all looks like our family is still going to use "New & Improved" P90X protein bars. As for the R&R drink ... still hoping for a NEW "New & Improved".
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Fitness Accountability & Free Workout Promotion
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Hello everyone, how is the new year going?
I am often not one to wish that dreams come true, but that this year we will get a good grasp on the things right in front of us. As we face the challenges of the coming year, I want to be here to encourage you towards have strength to face them.
Tammy and I started a round of P90X on January 2, 2011. It is less of a “New Years commitment" and more of a continued commitment that we have made to ourselves over the past four years. It is a commitment and it is a challenge, but it is something that we enjoy getting to do together and it has been a great journey.
So how did your 2010 go as far as your fitness goals? In which direction is your overall health going? Did you Reverse some Trends for the better?
My goals is to help you in 2011, no matter how successful last year was.
One way for those local to Truckee-North Tahoe is to come by the Truckee Rec. Center for the “Reverse the Trend Fit Club” that will start soon (I am finishing up final details). The other way that I want to encourage all of you is with a challenge during a 30 day period to workout at least 20 of those days. The workout can be anything that you choose but needs to be at least 20 minutes.
Also can see as Facebook Event at 20 of 30 Fitness Accountability
Summary:
STEPS TO BECOME ACCOUNTABLE AND CHANCE TO WIN
1. Create a Free Player Account at https://teambeachbody.com/signup/-/signup/free?referringRepId=9448
2. Each day you workout log in to your account and go to http://teambeachbody.com/get-fit/supergym and post what activity that you are going to do (Can be a Beachbody program you may own and other DVD workout, going to the Gym or a walk/run)
3. Make sure you email me at jayBBCoach@sbcglobal.net with you screen name so I can see go look at your Calendar and your 20 Days (it is an Honors system) when we get to the end of the 30 days.
4. Be happy that you made the commitment to Reverse the Trend!
Details:
For accountability and a chance to win a prize at the end of the 30 days, I invite you to become a Team Beachbody Free Member (if you are not already) and use WOWY the Online Gym to log in the 20 workouts between Jan 20, 2011 and Feb 18, 2011. For those that are eligible by having a minimum of 20 completed SuperGym workouts (See attached screen shot of my December Calendar) will be entered into a random drawing for a Beachbody workout of their choice valued at a maximum of $60 or a 30-day serving bag of Shakeology.
>To take the part in the 20 Day Challenge email me your Team Beachbody screen name to JayBBCoach@sbcglobal.net
You can view all the different workout options at Watch Product Promo
Read about them at Fitness Programs
And see a Comparison Chart
Also for all those that are eligible for the drawing by completing the 20 workouts in 30 days will be offered one sample of each flavor of Shakeology; Chocolate and Greenberry.
Committing to this will help start off 2011 on the road to better health and more energy. It also holds me accountable. To become a free player and log in your workouts go to Free Sign-up (you do not need to sign up to be a Club Member for this offer) and then to WOWY Supergym.
Hello everyone, how is the new year going?
I am often not one to wish that dreams come true, but that this year we will get a good grasp on the things right in front of us. As we face the challenges of the coming year, I want to be here to encourage you towards have strength to face them.
Tammy and I started a round of P90X on January 2, 2011. It is less of a “New Years commitment" and more of a continued commitment that we have made to ourselves over the past four years. It is a commitment and it is a challenge, but it is something that we enjoy getting to do together and it has been a great journey.
So how did your 2010 go as far as your fitness goals? In which direction is your overall health going? Did you Reverse some Trends for the better?
My goals is to help you in 2011, no matter how successful last year was.
One way for those local to Truckee-North Tahoe is to come by the Truckee Rec. Center for the “Reverse the Trend Fit Club” that will start soon (I am finishing up final details). The other way that I want to encourage all of you is with a challenge during a 30 day period to workout at least 20 of those days. The workout can be anything that you choose but needs to be at least 20 minutes.
Also can see as Facebook Event at 20 of 30 Fitness Accountability
Summary:
STEPS TO BECOME ACCOUNTABLE AND CHANCE TO WIN
1. Create a Free Player Account at https://teambeachbody.com/signup/-/signup/free?referringRepId=9448
2. Each day you workout log in to your account and go to http://teambeachbody.com/get-fit/supergym and post what activity that you are going to do (Can be a Beachbody program you may own and other DVD workout, going to the Gym or a walk/run)
3. Make sure you email me at jayBBCoach@sbcglobal.net with you screen name so I can see go look at your Calendar and your 20 Days (it is an Honors system) when we get to the end of the 30 days.
4. Be happy that you made the commitment to Reverse the Trend!
Details:
For accountability and a chance to win a prize at the end of the 30 days, I invite you to become a Team Beachbody Free Member (if you are not already) and use WOWY the Online Gym to log in the 20 workouts between Jan 20, 2011 and Feb 18, 2011. For those that are eligible by having a minimum of 20 completed SuperGym workouts (See attached screen shot of my December Calendar) will be entered into a random drawing for a Beachbody workout of their choice valued at a maximum of $60 or a 30-day serving bag of Shakeology.
>To take the part in the 20 Day Challenge email me your Team Beachbody screen name to JayBBCoach@sbcglobal.net
You can view all the different workout options at Watch Product Promo
Read about them at Fitness Programs
And see a Comparison Chart
Also for all those that are eligible for the drawing by completing the 20 workouts in 30 days will be offered one sample of each flavor of Shakeology; Chocolate and Greenberry.
Committing to this will help start off 2011 on the road to better health and more energy. It also holds me accountable. To become a free player and log in your workouts go to Free Sign-up (you do not need to sign up to be a Club Member for this offer) and then to WOWY Supergym.
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Chocolate Shakeology and Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
Delicious Healthy bars
3 cups oatmeal
1/2 cup Peanut Butter
1 cup skim milk (or almond milk)
dash cinnamon
splash of vanilla
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
4 scoops chocolate Shakeology
Mix all dry ingredients, then add skim milk and vanilla to blend. Add peanut butter and mix w/ hands. Put mixture in an 8×8 pan, press flat, refrigerate for 2-3 hours and cut into squares.
Note: I use Old Fashioned Oats and often omit the unsweetened cocoa powder, and lastley I sprinkle the top with 5 grams of Demerra or Turbinado sugar.
3 cups oatmeal
1/2 cup Peanut Butter
1 cup skim milk (or almond milk)
dash cinnamon
splash of vanilla
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
4 scoops chocolate Shakeology
Mix all dry ingredients, then add skim milk and vanilla to blend. Add peanut butter and mix w/ hands. Put mixture in an 8×8 pan, press flat, refrigerate for 2-3 hours and cut into squares.
Note: I use Old Fashioned Oats and often omit the unsweetened cocoa powder, and lastley I sprinkle the top with 5 grams of Demerra or Turbinado sugar.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
The Nutrition side of being Fit
Tammy and I put great importance in what we use to fuel our bodies. I do not know where each of you is in your “journey” toward better health, but it seems we all want to feel better. We like to go about this as naturally as possible and want to share information on a how we get a large about of what now are called “super foods”. Do your research.
You may have already heard me “rant” amount the good fitness being a combination of proper exercise, nutrition and rest. Without each of these the time spent in others can be not as productive. So no matter if you are doing P90X, Insanity or any other exercise regime, without proper nutrition you are honestly doing yourself a disservice. Tammy and I believe Shakeology is the best nutritional product on the market, but there are others. While not as complete Sequel Naturals produces Vega Health Optimizer. I have tried for weeks to get a sample and I may finally get on soon they say. (Their number is 1-866-839-8863) we will see if it tastes any good. You can purchase Vega at the Whole Foods (or at New Moon for the Truckee locals). Shakeology Ingredients PDF can be found at the bottom of the Shakeology page.
I received the samples since writing the above paragraph; they are Vega "Complete Whole Food Health Optimizer" flavors Natural, Vanilla Chai & Berry. I started by trying the Natural flavor using 12oz. of Fat Free Milk and 6oz. of Ice. It tasted very poor to me, almost "fishy". Added some frozen blueberries, which did not help. I was going back-and-forth on whether to finish it. In the end I dump more than 1/2 down the Drain. I am mostly sad about the Blueberries wasted. Few days later I tried the Vanilla Chai flavor and it was ok, at least I did not have to dump it. The Chai aroma was nice but a bad after taste was hardly worth it. Today I tried the Berry flavor and again nice aroma, not so much on the flavor. It has hard to get it all down... but it's good for you, right? They did not send a Chocolate sample for some reason. While I am not a huge "Must have Chocolate" guy I would have thought that would be their best, but maybe not.
Another option, while again not nearly as complete as Shakeology, is a Rainbow light product called Protein Energizer™ Whey (you can also find links to the Acai, Chocolate and Vanilla flavors.) I should be receiving samples soon from Rainbow Light. (update: The sample tasted pretty bad, but could choke them down, not something I would want to use on a regular bases)
Even if you are familiar with Shakeology and even using it here is some great information that explains why we are so happy with it.
See What Doctors are Saying - Testimony from 100 Doctors about Shakeology
Shakeology: From the Fields - Follow Darin Olien (Shakeology co-creator and chief ingredient hunter) on a journey around the world for many of the Super foods in the "Healthiest Meal of the Day"
If you cannot devote time to watch a video – Here is an Audio link that you can listen too
Advice from 100 Doctors (mp3). I can also get you a CD with the 28MB mp3 file on it if you like. It is about 25 min. in length. I would appreciate your opinion.
If you are on Facebook you can view some PowerPoint slides on Shakeology here.
To your Health.
You may have already heard me “rant” amount the good fitness being a combination of proper exercise, nutrition and rest. Without each of these the time spent in others can be not as productive. So no matter if you are doing P90X, Insanity or any other exercise regime, without proper nutrition you are honestly doing yourself a disservice. Tammy and I believe Shakeology is the best nutritional product on the market, but there are others. While not as complete Sequel Naturals produces Vega Health Optimizer. I have tried for weeks to get a sample and I may finally get on soon they say. (Their number is 1-866-839-8863) we will see if it tastes any good. You can purchase Vega at the Whole Foods (or at New Moon for the Truckee locals). Shakeology Ingredients PDF can be found at the bottom of the Shakeology page.
I received the samples since writing the above paragraph; they are Vega "Complete Whole Food Health Optimizer" flavors Natural, Vanilla Chai & Berry. I started by trying the Natural flavor using 12oz. of Fat Free Milk and 6oz. of Ice. It tasted very poor to me, almost "fishy". Added some frozen blueberries, which did not help. I was going back-and-forth on whether to finish it. In the end I dump more than 1/2 down the Drain. I am mostly sad about the Blueberries wasted. Few days later I tried the Vanilla Chai flavor and it was ok, at least I did not have to dump it. The Chai aroma was nice but a bad after taste was hardly worth it. Today I tried the Berry flavor and again nice aroma, not so much on the flavor. It has hard to get it all down... but it's good for you, right? They did not send a Chocolate sample for some reason. While I am not a huge "Must have Chocolate" guy I would have thought that would be their best, but maybe not.
Another option, while again not nearly as complete as Shakeology, is a Rainbow light product called Protein Energizer™ Whey (you can also find links to the Acai, Chocolate and Vanilla flavors.) I should be receiving samples soon from Rainbow Light. (update: The sample tasted pretty bad, but could choke them down, not something I would want to use on a regular bases)
Even if you are familiar with Shakeology and even using it here is some great information that explains why we are so happy with it.
See What Doctors are Saying - Testimony from 100 Doctors about Shakeology
Shakeology: From the Fields - Follow Darin Olien (Shakeology co-creator and chief ingredient hunter) on a journey around the world for many of the Super foods in the "Healthiest Meal of the Day"
If you cannot devote time to watch a video – Here is an Audio link that you can listen too
Advice from 100 Doctors (mp3). I can also get you a CD with the 28MB mp3 file on it if you like. It is about 25 min. in length. I would appreciate your opinion.
If you are on Facebook you can view some PowerPoint slides on Shakeology here.
To your Health.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Doctors are using Shakeology®
The Complete "100 Doctors Don't Lie" video Click here (or viewing in Facebook find it on Original blog post)
here are two more highlighted Doctor's reviews:
Doctor #37, bariatric surgeon Dr. Long, tells us how Shakeology can serve as a tool for weight loss patients.
And Dr.Yosaitis, doctor #42, talks about the prevalence of malnutrition in Americans and how Shakeology can help. We are malnourished like stated in video from all the boxed goods with no nutrients. We are killing ourselves.
here are two more highlighted Doctor's reviews:
Doctor #37, bariatric surgeon Dr. Long, tells us how Shakeology can serve as a tool for weight loss patients.
And Dr.Yosaitis, doctor #42, talks about the prevalence of malnutrition in Americans and how Shakeology can help. We are malnourished like stated in video from all the boxed goods with no nutrients. We are killing ourselves.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Chocolate Shakeology® Pie! (updated for coconut option)
Finally found a recipe for this pie. (Thanks Brian Hin) It's very easy and fast to make and has all of the nutritional value of Shakeology® and then some! :)
. 1-1/2 scoops Chocolate Shakeology
. 1/2 cup unsweetened peanut butter
. 1 container silken tofu (12 oz.) {my Container was 16oz.}
. 2 Tbsp. soy milk
. 2 Tbsp. agave nectar (or maple syrup)
. 1 "Healthy" graham cracker pie crust (recipe below)
(Edit: Recently saw a similar Recipe with more Peanut butter [1 cup] & the addition of 1 cup of reduced fat / unsweetened shredded coconut for topping. Additionally the Whole Wheat Graham cracker crust was basted with one egg white before baking crust in oven)
Ingredients ready with food Processor
Blend or food-process peanut butter, tofu, Shakeology, soy milk, and agave nectar until smooth and creamy, adding more soy milk if necessary. Pour into pie crust and refrigerate until firm (about 1 hour). Serves 8.
After you blend ingredients together just pour it into pie crust
Above picture is a regular crust w/ Butter that I made.
(Update: the above crust held up much better, although not as healthy)
My new "Healthy" Crust recipe is this:
(Crust did not firm-up like I would have liked; may have to go back to the Crust with butter, at least the filling is super healthy)
. 1-1/2 cups graham cracker (I used 12 sheets)
. 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa
. 1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
. 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
Bake at 350°F for 10 min.
Refrigerate until firm and then serve!!
Preparation Time: 10 minutes, plus 60 minutes refrigeration time
(True Confession: if you really want it as a Substitute Dessert top it with a small amount of real whipped cream; not included in Calorie counts below ... but sometimes I am worth it)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Cut into 8 Pieces
Filling
Calories: 168
Carbs: 11 g
Fat: 9 g
Protein: 9 g
Healthy Crust
Calories: 113
Carbs: 22 g
Fat: 2 g
Protein: 2 g
TOTALS for 1/8th Pie : Calories: 281, Carbs: 33 g, Fat: 11 g, Protein: 11 g
Cut into 10 Pieces
Filling
Calories: 134
Carbs: 9 g
Fat: 8 g
Protein: 9g
Healthy Crust
Calories: 90 g
Carbs: 17 g
Fat: 2 g
Protein: 2 g
TOTALS for 1/10th Pie : Calories: 224, Carbs: 26 g, Fat: 10 g, Protein: 11 g
Enjoy everyone!!
. 1-1/2 scoops Chocolate Shakeology
. 1/2 cup unsweetened peanut butter
. 1 container silken tofu (12 oz.) {my Container was 16oz.}
. 2 Tbsp. soy milk
. 2 Tbsp. agave nectar (or maple syrup)
. 1 "Healthy" graham cracker pie crust (recipe below)
(Edit: Recently saw a similar Recipe with more Peanut butter [1 cup] & the addition of 1 cup of reduced fat / unsweetened shredded coconut for topping. Additionally the Whole Wheat Graham cracker crust was basted with one egg white before baking crust in oven)
Ingredients ready with food Processor
Blend or food-process peanut butter, tofu, Shakeology, soy milk, and agave nectar until smooth and creamy, adding more soy milk if necessary. Pour into pie crust and refrigerate until firm (about 1 hour). Serves 8.
After you blend ingredients together just pour it into pie crust
Above picture is a regular crust w/ Butter that I made.
(Update: the above crust held up much better, although not as healthy)
My new "Healthy" Crust recipe is this:
(Crust did not firm-up like I would have liked; may have to go back to the Crust with butter, at least the filling is super healthy)
. 1-1/2 cups graham cracker (I used 12 sheets)
. 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa
. 1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
. 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
Bake at 350°F for 10 min.
Refrigerate until firm and then serve!!
Preparation Time: 10 minutes, plus 60 minutes refrigeration time
(True Confession: if you really want it as a Substitute Dessert top it with a small amount of real whipped cream; not included in Calorie counts below ... but sometimes I am worth it)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Cut into 8 Pieces
Filling
Calories: 168
Carbs: 11 g
Fat: 9 g
Protein: 9 g
Healthy Crust
Calories: 113
Carbs: 22 g
Fat: 2 g
Protein: 2 g
TOTALS for 1/8th Pie : Calories: 281, Carbs: 33 g, Fat: 11 g, Protein: 11 g
Cut into 10 Pieces
Filling
Calories: 134
Carbs: 9 g
Fat: 8 g
Protein: 9g
Healthy Crust
Calories: 90 g
Carbs: 17 g
Fat: 2 g
Protein: 2 g
TOTALS for 1/10th Pie : Calories: 224, Carbs: 26 g, Fat: 10 g, Protein: 11 g
Enjoy everyone!!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Tony Horton in Dallas, TX (Sept 18th)
Tony Horton - Dallas, Texas Super Saturday, September 18, 2010
Register to see Tony in Dallas, TX »
Well many of you have been waiting for this event ~ Dallas Super Saturday with Tony Horton. The wait is over. Tony is coming to lead you in a full day of fitness training and fun. You will have the opportunity to hear Tony talk about turning your fitness into a business with Team Beachbody. You will hear from local coaches, Robert and Melissa Hudgens, how P90x and Team Beachbody has literally changed their lives. Tony will be leading you in TWO workouts, plus you will hear how to Simplify the P90X Nutrition guide and make it easy to follow everyday. There is also a fantastic healthy lunch being provided. During that time Tony will be answering some questions submitted by attendees. The last workout of the day will be yoga. As you know Tony is a huge fan of yoga. He says it is the Fountain of Youth!! Much of this is taught at Tony's camps that cost $400, this one day mini-camp is only $79.00. Space is limited so register today!!
Register to see Tony in Dallas, TX »
Well many of you have been waiting for this event ~ Dallas Super Saturday with Tony Horton. The wait is over. Tony is coming to lead you in a full day of fitness training and fun. You will have the opportunity to hear Tony talk about turning your fitness into a business with Team Beachbody. You will hear from local coaches, Robert and Melissa Hudgens, how P90x and Team Beachbody has literally changed their lives. Tony will be leading you in TWO workouts, plus you will hear how to Simplify the P90X Nutrition guide and make it easy to follow everyday. There is also a fantastic healthy lunch being provided. During that time Tony will be answering some questions submitted by attendees. The last workout of the day will be yoga. As you know Tony is a huge fan of yoga. He says it is the Fountain of Youth!! Much of this is taught at Tony's camps that cost $400, this one day mini-camp is only $79.00. Space is limited so register today!!
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