20 Minute Tabata Cardio Workout

This is based on the Tabata method- 20 seconds intense cardio with 10 seconds rest. Set your Gymboss timer for 20/10 on auto, do 8 rounds of each, and expect massive calorie burn!8 rounds Jump Rope with High Knees (4 minutes)8 rounds Burpees (4 minutes)8 rounds Jump Lunges (4 minutes)8 rounds Long Jump forward and 2 jumps back (4 minutes)8 rounds Jump Forward one leg, jump back other leg (4 minutes)This is 20 minutes of intense workout. This should not be done everyday and don't do strength training during the same workout,...

What is Tabata Training?

I've been hearing for awhile now about interval training, as well as advising my training clients about this way of training in order to get maximum results. The Beachbody programs revolve around this way of training as well, which can definitely be seen in programs like Insanity, for example.One way of training that I've just learned about is called Tabata. Tabata was developed by a man named Izumi Tabata at the National...

The Truth About Your Slow Metabolism

You probably know someone who can eat everything in sight, but still struggles to keep weight on. I don't know about you, but I can't do that. My metabolism certainly doesn't allow it — and I am guessing yours doesn't either. So where does a slowpoke metabolism come from and how do you change it? You probably want to blame bad genes for your metabolism. Sure, blame your parents! That's the easy way out. Genes are only a piece of the picture — it's the choices you make every day that are to blame. Wise up and take the responsibility...

7 Days, 7 Lunches

Lunchtime's a real danger zone for most people trying to lose weight and keep their bodies—not to mention their wallets—in shape. For most of us, lunch happens somewhere in or around the workplace, which means looming nutritional and financial disasters if there isn't a brown-bagging strategy in place. If I don't bring my lunch to the Beachbody® office, there are always the siren songs of the nearby McDonald's®, KFC®,...

Here's to the crazy ones!

"Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers.The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see thingsdifferently. They're not fond of rules. And they have no respect forthe status quo.You can praise them, disagree with them, quote them,disbelieve them, glorify them or vilify them. About the only thing youcan't do is ignore them. Because they change things. They invent. Theyimagine. They heal. They explore. They create. They inspire. They pushthe human race forward.Maybe they have to be crazy. How...

Shakeology Recipes

Sometimes (okay, maybe a lot of times) there are blogs written by other people that really are better than anything I could write, that I just want to share it and give credit where credit is due. This is written by Beachbody's very own Chalene Johnson, maker of Turbo Jam and ChaLEAN Extreme. You can find her blog here.Now, after reading Chalene's review and the amazing recipes she has listed you just can't hold out any longer and HAVE to have some Shakeology, you can buy the 30 day pack here (be sure to choose Home Direct for...

Shakeology® – Frequently Asked Questions…ANSWERED!

I am often asked about Shakeology, since it is such a phenomenal product that is literally changing peoples lives. There are many questions that people ask that can be answered here, but if your question is not here, please feel free to ask! When will Shakeology be available for sale in Canada? As of May 7, 2009, we are able to ship Shakeology orders to Canada. Should I continue to take Activit® or other multivitamins...

P90X- The Philosophy

At the request of customers who wanted more after graduating from Beachbody's Power 90® program, we decided not to just offer a modest new level of fitness, but to raise the bar for every in-home program ever created. "Power 90 Extreme" morphed into "P90X," and from fitness to nutrition to supplements, no angle was overlooked. How does P90X work?Two words: Muscle Confusion. By providing an extensive variety of...

Is P90X for you? Take the "Fit Test" to find out!

What you will need to take the Fit Test:Heart rate monitorTape measurePartner to help record data (optional)Pull-up barTimer (stopwatch or watch with second hand)Running shoesTowelWaterYour "Bring It" game faceDownload the "Fit Test" hereWill need Adobe Reader So, what are you waiting for? Join the revolution today and get into the most extreme shape of your li...

Tropical Greenberry Shakeology Smoothie Recipe

I made THE BEST Greenberry Shakeology smoothie that I've ever made today. Seeing that this winter is really starting to get to me, I'm focusing on warmer weather and all that comes with it, like yummy tropical drinks! Just add some Jimmy Buffett, kick off your shoes and visualize sitting on a nice, warm beach!Tropical Greenberry Shakeology Smoothie1 cup water1/2 coconut milk1/2 milk (dairy, soy, almond, rice or hemp)1/4...

P90X - Week One Recap

I completed week one of 13 this past week and wanted to recap some things of the experience and what I learned, to pass along to others just starting out this journey. Day one resulted it being REALLY sore on day two. I didn't even feel like I pushed myself overly hard, but I definitely felt it the next day.Plyo is also hard, but I do like it a lot, for the most part. There are certain exercises that make the legs burn...

Boot Camp Workout 2/8/10

This workout uses primary exercises found in the Beachbody program P90X. Please inquire for further information. It is based on a 3-2-1 format- 6 minute circuits to maximize calorie burn. Equipment required: Mat Dumbbells (prefer heavier set & lighter set; can sub w/ resistance band) Resistance Band Water Towel Warm Up Hands to Knees- 60 sec (knees out last 30 sec) Run in place- 60 sec (Butt Kick last 30 sec) Lunges- 2 forward, 2 back (90 sec) Deep Prayer Squats (30 reps) Standing Quad Stretch Forward fold hamstring...

Boot Camp Workout 1/25/10

This workout uses primary exercises found in the Beachbody programs P90X  and  Insanity. Please inquire for further information. It is based on a 3-2-1 format- 6 minute circuits to maximize calorie burn. Equipment required: Mat Dumbbells (prefer heavier set and lighter set; can sub w/ resistance band) Resistance Band Water Towel Warm up Run- 30 sec Jacks- 30 sec Rope- 30 sec Monster kicks- 30 sec Repeat Strength- 3 min (with weights) Lawnmower- 30 sec (1 side) Back fly- 30 sec Alt. shoulder press- 30...

Attention P90X yoga-haters! Here's Tony's take on yoga:

Okay you P90X yoga-haters! You know who you are, I've seen it on Twitter, Facebook and the message boards. Here is what our mentor and trainer, Mr. Tony Horton himself says about yoga. Take a look:&nbs...

Healthy Fundraising Ideas

Are you looking for a healthy fundraiser as a school fundraiser, church fundraiser, Little League fundraiser, benefit fundraiser or to raise money for your charity? Well, here's a healthy way to have a fundraiser where everyone will benefit. Instead of selling unhealthy candy and sweets or things that people will buy just to help out and not really benefit from, why not sell online fitness and weight loss club memberships!...

Shakeology® – 4 PACK TRAIL & 7 DAY SAMPLE PACK

The Healthiest Shake Around..... The World! Why you need Shakeology® – NOW! Shakeology can help you: * Lose weight* Reduce cravings* Increase energy and stamina* Promote healthy digestion and regularity* Lower cholesterol Tastes delicious, too. How Shakeology works Ingredients derived from whole-food sources deliver the daily vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients your body needs to curb cravings, allowing...

P90X- Take Two!

I did P90X, the revolutionary at home workout with Tony Horton, a while ago. It is a 90 day program that is based on muscle confusion to get you into the best shape of entire life. The first time, I did get into great shape, that's for sure. What's also for sure is that I didn't make it all the way through the 90 days. I can't remember now exactly what day I made it through, but I did make it most of the way. So, the...