Archive for December, 2010

The Truth About Your Weight Gain

Dec 29, 2010 Posted Under: Personal Ramblings Read More

Here’s an interesting article from Yahoo Health:

The Truth About Your Weight Gain

“The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that American men eat 7 percent more calories than they did in 1971; American women eat a whopping 18 percent more—an additional 335 calories a day! But the harder question is this: Why do we eat so many more calories? Are we suddenly more gluttonous?”

Find out what the author has to say about fast food hamburgers, yogurt, peanut butter, and bacon. There are some facts that you should know.

Then, check out the book he refers to in his article:

No Excuses! You CAN Get in Shape

Dec 28, 2010 Posted Under: Beachbody, P90X Read More

People make so many different excuses for not exercising. I would like to briefly talk about the excuse: “I’m too overweight.” (I actually have heard this before.)

Unless there is an accompanying medical condition where your doctor has restricted exercise, you can start somewhere. Maybe it’s not jumping right into P90X like Dallas Carter who lost 190 pounds (see video below). Maybe it’s starting with Power 90 (which is like P90X lite) or Tony and the Folks like Victoria LaDuke did to lose 100 pounds. The point is, you can start somewhere.

Another excuse that goes hand in hand with this one is ‘Because I’m overweight I’m not comfortable going to the gym.’ These programs bust that excuse because you do all of these in the privacy of your own home. If the first few times you exercise and can’t complete the entire workout, it doesn’t matter. If you are out of breath or struggling to do all the reps, it doesn’t matter. There’s no one there watching what you can and can’t do. You can press pause as much as you need to and take breaks as needed. As long as you stick with it, you will eventually be able to do more and more.

Just start somewhere!

Check out this video to see how Dallas and Victoria started and achieved their success…

Make the decision to get in shape. Improve your health and well being. You CAN do this! I truly believe that you can. No matter what your fitness level is currently, decide on what program you want to use and set a start date. I guarantee that it will be one of the best decisions of your life.

SBI! 2010 Holiday Special is Almost Over

Dec 23, 2010 Posted Under: SBI! Read More

It’s their best price of the year! And it’s almost gone…

Are you considering building a website? Are you looking for hosting?

I know something better. Why not start a successful online business.

But isn’t that what I’m doing when I get hosting or a site builder you say?

Not necessarily. What about traffic?

Without traffic your site will fail. It’s lost in the desert.

Site Build It! offers a complete system for building an online business that guarantees success. And they’ve got proof. Take a look at this page…

Build a Website that WORKS!

And during their Buy-1 Get-1 Free Holiday Special you can get their best price of the year… but only for a short time.

And with their success guarantee you can grab this best price now and if you’re not happy you can get your money back later. But I doubt you’ll be doing that.

This system works. Take a look at their Video Tour to learn more:

SBI! Video Tour

And then jump on this Holiday Special before you miss out. But hurry. The offer ends at midnight on December 25th.

Don’t need TWO websites? Give one as a gift or split the cost with a friend. That way TWO of you get to take advantage of this great Holiday offer!

Success Story: Cammie Fights M.S. with P90X & Shakeology

Dec 17, 2010 Posted Under: Beachbody, P90X, Shakeology Read More

It’s success stories like these that make me proud to say that I am a Beachbody Coach. My passion is to help support the inherent, natural healing process that we all possess. Whether that is through my work as a CranioSacral Therapist; my part time job in a local, natural health food store selling vitamins, supplements, and safe body care products; or as a Team Beachbody Coach helping people find the perfect workout and getting their nutrition on track, I know that I am doing my part to help others achieve their goals of health and wellness.

I believe in Beachbody’s programs and I believe that Shakeology is the healthiest shake on the market today (and the most delicious!). These are not fad diets or exercise programs. These are lifestyle changes that when seriously committed to will change people’s lives. I am excited to be part of that and to share this amazing company and their products with others.

Watch how Cammie, a mother of 3, overcame great adversity to combat the debilitating symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. With P90X, Shakeology, and the support of her loving family, she found the strength and hope she desperately needed.

After watching this wonderful success story, check out what Doctors are saying about Shakeology and why they are recommending it to their patients.

Shakeology Success Stories: Bob A.

Dec 16, 2010 Posted Under: P90X, Shakeology Read More

What a great success story!

At 52 years old, Bob lost 47 pounds and 6 inches off his waist. Using Shakeology to help fuel his P90X workouts, he has also been able to stop taking his high blood pressure medicine and his anti-depressants. But most importantly, I feel, is that he is doing this with his son. That’s a beautiful thing.

Watch this and try not to be inspired.

Video: Bad Mystic Kitty

Dec 16, 2010 Posted Under: Personal Ramblings Read More

I had to post this here. This is my current favorite YouTube video. I have watched it over 10 times between yesterday and today and am sure I will watch it again.
Very, very clever.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do…

2011 Resolutions: Get Fit and Lose Weight

Dec 14, 2010 Posted Under: Shakeology Read More

My past couple of posts have been about the New Year’s resolution to get fit or get in shape. I wanted to add another to help support you in achieving your health goals in 2011. The focus of this post: Shakeology.

For over 10 years I have been interested in health and nutrition. While my formal training is in Massage and CranioSacral Therapy, I have done a lot of reading and learning about nutrition, supplementation and general wellness. For over a year and a half I have worked part time at a local health food store in the vitamin/supplement/body care department whose focus is to offer the best natural and organic products available.

During the 21 months I have been there, I have spent a lot of time learning even more about different supplements and their benefits. I have also tried a lot of different products to see how I felt when using them. Tablets, capsules, tinctures, and powders. Some of them were great, some were not … and most of the powders were disgusting!

After starting P90X I began to read about Shakeology. The ingredients impressed me: vitamins, minerals, prebiotics, probiotics, digestive enzymes, adaptogens, protein, antioxidants, and phytonutrients… all in one shake. The list includes numerous supplements that people ask for and that I recommend every day that I work.

I was very interested… but very hesitant.

I had yet to taste a supplement powder packed with this many nutrients that was actually enjoyable to drink. I knew the benefits of the 70+ ingredients, but if it was too disgusting to drink I wouldn’t use it. However, I figured it couldn’t be worse than some of the other mixes I had already tried, so I ordered some to put it to the taste test.

It was delicious!!! Seriously. I was pleasantly surprised.

Since then I have given some to other people to try as well. All of them have told me similar stories about trying awful tasting shakes, but then tried and loved Shakeology.

So how does this fit into your goals to get healthy, get in shape, and lose weight in 2011? Here’s a short clip from the Shakeology Website:

This patent-pending daily nutritional shake helps your body gently eliminate toxins more efficiently while allowing for better absorption of the essential nutrients you need. A proprietary blend of digestive enzymes and prebiotics helps your body progressively eliminate the toxins that build up over time from eating today’s highly processed foods.

At the same time, whole-food ingredients deliver the essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals your body needs to curb cravings, allowing your body to shed stored fat while the more than 20 different antioxidants and phytonutrients help reduce free radical damage that can lead to heart disease, heart attacks, high blood pressure, and stroke.

So, why Shakeology?

You get 17 grams of quality protein plus all the nutrients with only 140 calories. And you don’t have to buy take over 20 different pills every day. It costs less than a meal at a fast food restaurant and provides so much more nutrition. It fills you up and fuels your body. Pair up Shakeology with a solid exercise program and be prepared for dramatic changes in your health and wellness.

Don’t believe me? Check out this video to hear why doctors are recommending Shakeology. Or contact me to get an audio presentation from doctors across the country who stand behind Shakeology.

If you are interested in trying Shakeology, contact me for a free sample.

If you are interested in purchasing Shakeology, I would be happy to show you how you could save 25% or more on your order.

I wish you all great health and happiness in 2011 and beyond.

Get Fit For Less

Dec 8, 2010 Posted Under: Beachbody Read More

Yesterday I talked about a common New Year’s Resolution, wanting to get in shape. Today I want to remind you of two great specials from Team Beachbody that can help you save money and get started on your fitness goals.

First, there is P90X One on One for JUST ONE PENNY!!

Check it out … you can have this intense Plyocide workout DVD for just $.01:

Team Beachbody’s second special is that through the end of 2010, they are waiving the fee to sign as a coach. What does this mean? Sign up as a Team Beachbody Coach and you can enjoy all the products (workouts included) at a 25% discount!! That can be huge savings if you are thinking of purchasing a program like P90X, Insanity, or TurboFire!

Being a Team Beachbody coach also means that you can, if you want, share these programs with others and make a little extra money in 2011. You don’t have to sell as coach. Simply sharing your experience with the programs and with the company is often times enough to get others excited to check out what Beachbody has to offer.

Both of these 2010 specials are great. But they are almost over. If you want more information about either one of these offers, contact me and I can give you more specific information.

New Year’s Resolution: Get Fit

Dec 7, 2010 Posted Under: Beachbody Read More

The New Year tends to be a time when one looks back and begins to think about changes he/she wants or needs to make in his/her life. A resolution that is very popular is to “Get fit” or “Get in shape”.

People are often heard saying, “I am going to work out more” or “I’m going to start eating better”. These are great resolutions, but often people don’t have the right system in place to be successful at starting and maintaining their resolution throughout the year.

Enter Team Beachbody ….

Team Beachbody offers fitness programs that change lives. They are not fad workouts or diets. They are solid nutrition and fitness programs that provide people with the tools they need to get in the best shape of their lives.

Team Beachbody programs give you:

* A complete workout program including DVDs and a guide so you know how to plan your workouts for the week.

* A complete nutrition guide that is easy to follow so you know what you should be eating during the day to support your workouts and your reach weight goal.

* Access to the the Team Beachbody website. The website is full of fitness and nutrition tools and tips as well as recipes, meal planners, and videos. Plus you can connect with others who are using the programs to reach their health and wellness goals.

* An opportunity to win cash and prizes just for completing a workout (even if it’s not a Beachbody workout).

* A personal coach to answer your questions. This is one of the best parts of the Team Beachbody support network. Coaches have been through one or more of the workout programs. They understand the commitment and focus needed to follow the nutrition plans and to keep pressing play on your workout DVDs. It’s like having a gym buddy who is there to help motivate you and keep you accountable for your daily activities.

This is just some of the support that Team Beachbody offers. They want you to succeed, to reach your goals, and to get in the best shape of your life.

Click here to check out some of the programs Beachbody offers. Or, click here to visit the Team Beachbody website so you can look around and see for yourself all that Beachbody has to offer.

Then when you have decided which program gets you the most excited to reach your goals, contact me to find out how you can save 25% off the retail price of that program.

Know that YOU CAN reach your goals! YOU CAN make a New Year’s resolution and stick to it! YOU CAN get in the best shape of your life!

Decide. Commit. Succeed.

I wish you all the best of health, well-being and happiness in 2011.

NPR Health News December 6, 2010

Dec 6, 2010 Posted Under: Bodywork Read More

Here are two interesting stories published today at NPR.org

Just Breathe: Body Has A Built-In Stress Reliever

Rolfing Back In Vogue, But With Shaky Evidence