I hear people talk about how they want to lose weight, how they want to improve their health, and how they want to live a fuller life. However these same people are unwilling to put in the time, energy, or money into it. Well I am going to break it down in this post.
TIME - I hear this all the time. I don't have time. My life is hectic right now, I will try later. But later never comes. I bet if you would get 100,000 dollars for doing something for 8 hours a day outside of your normal activities (work and errands) you would MAKE the time wouldn't you? Then why does your health take the back seat? Your health is more important. Your health is what your family wants and you know what? It doesn't take 8 hours a day. It is about an hour of your time each day. That is just 4% of your total day! I know you got the trip to the gym, and getting ready, so it is more than 4%. I will cover that more in money.
ENERGY - Inactive lifestyles lead to a lack of energy. You feel run down, you want to just veg out, eat junk and drink cola or alcohol. Well that junk food and alcohol is part of the reason you are feeling that way, SO CUT THEM OUT! They are just empty calories. Instead choose healthy fruits and veggies and drink your water! Stay away from energy drinks. These fall under the empty calories arena. Also as you workout you will feel more energy, as well as self confidence and motivation.
MONEY - I know the gym can be expensive. I know that the current economy can make things tough. However what are YOU worth? People seem to have money for trivial stuff like tattoos, cigarettes, alcohol, video games, etc., but will put their health on the back burner. Time to change that if you want to be healthy. You need to make an investment in YOU. Getting at home programs like Turbo Jam, Insanity, or P90X are cheaper than a gym membership, more convenient, and funner to do. So get an at home program and you use that 4% of your day towards your health.
So how do we get started?
1 - DECIDE ENOUGH IS ENOUGH.
2 - Throw out all the bad stuff and negative influences in your home.
3 - Join my Challenge groups! All you got to do is click a banner at the top of this page to take the challenge.
4 - Friend me on Facebook if you haven't already and message me!
5 - Be prepared to take control of your health! It is that easy.
Until next time, EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
Challenge Pack
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
The Power of a Word
I know we all go through these little things in our heads that tell us we CAN'T do something. Such a strong word, "can't". It is a word that puts limits on you. It is a word that prevents you from achieving your goals. It is a word that keeps you where you are with no growth. It is a word that can be psychologically devastating to you.
That's correct, I said to you. Whether you place that limit on yourself, or you let others tell you, "you can't" do something, you have limited yourself right there. You have no way to grow. If you want to grow, if you want to make goals happen, you have to get past the word "can't". Yes, things can be difficult, but if you are truly determined to do something, it WILL get done.
You may have people telling you that something isn't possible. That something is a gimmick. That you can't accomplish what you set out to do. These same people, however, have never tried to do anything. They have always taken the easy way, or the way of least resistance. They usually gave up on themselves and won't admit it. They have placed a limit on themselves. Because they place the limit on themselves, or even let others place that limit on them, they think things can't be done. They believe, that if they can't do something, others can't do it either. They refuse to let others try to succeed where they have failed, or never even tried.
The question now is, what are your goals worth to you? Are your goals worth you doing all you can to achieve them? Are your goals worth going the extra distance? Do you have your why? Do you have a daily reminder, like a dream board, up where you can see it each and every day? Are you doing self development to reach your goals? I keep saying goals. I say this because once you write it down and are determined, dreams become goals. They are no longer a dream. They are now a goal YOU WILL reach. You just have to do what you CAN to achieve them.
Stay away from people that say you "can't", or something is not possible, or something won't work. They are positivity vampires that will suck your goals away from you. They are telling you you can't. Show them you CAN and you WILL. Sure you may stumble, and you may fall along the way. Everyone does. But the real question is do you get back up, look at the wall or mountain that blocked your path, and go around it to get to where you want to be.
Follow people that are supportive of your goals and avoid the positivity vampires and you will get there! If you want it, it will be yours!
That's correct, I said to you. Whether you place that limit on yourself, or you let others tell you, "you can't" do something, you have limited yourself right there. You have no way to grow. If you want to grow, if you want to make goals happen, you have to get past the word "can't". Yes, things can be difficult, but if you are truly determined to do something, it WILL get done.
You may have people telling you that something isn't possible. That something is a gimmick. That you can't accomplish what you set out to do. These same people, however, have never tried to do anything. They have always taken the easy way, or the way of least resistance. They usually gave up on themselves and won't admit it. They have placed a limit on themselves. Because they place the limit on themselves, or even let others place that limit on them, they think things can't be done. They believe, that if they can't do something, others can't do it either. They refuse to let others try to succeed where they have failed, or never even tried.
The question now is, what are your goals worth to you? Are your goals worth you doing all you can to achieve them? Are your goals worth going the extra distance? Do you have your why? Do you have a daily reminder, like a dream board, up where you can see it each and every day? Are you doing self development to reach your goals? I keep saying goals. I say this because once you write it down and are determined, dreams become goals. They are no longer a dream. They are now a goal YOU WILL reach. You just have to do what you CAN to achieve them.
Stay away from people that say you "can't", or something is not possible, or something won't work. They are positivity vampires that will suck your goals away from you. They are telling you you can't. Show them you CAN and you WILL. Sure you may stumble, and you may fall along the way. Everyone does. But the real question is do you get back up, look at the wall or mountain that blocked your path, and go around it to get to where you want to be.
Follow people that are supportive of your goals and avoid the positivity vampires and you will get there! If you want it, it will be yours!
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Support
As I complete the final phase of P90X and get ready to enter P90X2, I think about support. Support is important if you want to be successful. Without the proper support, how can you expect to stick to it? If you are trying to achieve a specific goal, you need to surround yourself with people that will support you. If they aren't supporting you, if they are ridiculing you, if they are giving you negative feedback, they need to be left behind. I know this can be hard, especially if they have been in your life for some time, but sometimes it is necessary.
This is also why I became a coach. I want to help people achieve their goals. I want to help them live fuller lives. It makes me mad though when I am giving someone advice, that asks me for it, and someone else, who is no better off than that person, will convince them otherwise. The reason why people will do this is because they don't want to be left behind. They don't want to see someone else succeed where they have failed. They have given up on themselves so they want to make sure everyone else stays where they are or worst. This makes them feel better and you know the old saying "misery loves company."
So get yourself in the right mindset. Get the support you need from people that will provide positive influences upon you and REACH YOUR GOALS!
I will gladly help you, go to http://beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx and click the JOIN button to sign up for a free account. Or click any of the banners on this page to get started right and I will become your coach automatically. I look forward to helping you reach your goals!
This is also why I became a coach. I want to help people achieve their goals. I want to help them live fuller lives. It makes me mad though when I am giving someone advice, that asks me for it, and someone else, who is no better off than that person, will convince them otherwise. The reason why people will do this is because they don't want to be left behind. They don't want to see someone else succeed where they have failed. They have given up on themselves so they want to make sure everyone else stays where they are or worst. This makes them feel better and you know the old saying "misery loves company."
So get yourself in the right mindset. Get the support you need from people that will provide positive influences upon you and REACH YOUR GOALS!
I will gladly help you, go to http://beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx and click the JOIN button to sign up for a free account. Or click any of the banners on this page to get started right and I will become your coach automatically. I look forward to helping you reach your goals!
Saturday, September 1, 2012
Uh Oh - Something ain't right and P90X Qualification
I awoke on Tuesday with some serious stomach issues. Those issues stayed with me through today so needless to say, I didn't get my workouts in so well. I didn't slack off on my nutrition however. I worked hard to keep it in check while I let my body rest.
I know. Many say, "I still workout when I am sick." That is a bad idea. A) If you work out in a gym, you are spreading your illness to others. NOT KEWL. and B) when you are sick, your body and immune system are already under stress. Working out also puts your body under stress. This is more stress your body does NOT need. It will actually make you feel sicker. REST when you are under the weather. This is better than spreading your germs around and hurting yourself more in the end.
By letting my body rest I am going to be ready to come back with a vengeance on monday and push my body to the absolute limits.
I also found a way to occupy my time in a efficient manner! As of today I am P90X Qualified! That is the first part in the certification process. This made me more knowledgeable about nutrition and how the P90X program is structured. It also helps me, to help you BRING IT better! So if you have questions about P90X.....I HAVE THE ANSWER!
Eat Clean, Workout Dirty!
I know. Many say, "I still workout when I am sick." That is a bad idea. A) If you work out in a gym, you are spreading your illness to others. NOT KEWL. and B) when you are sick, your body and immune system are already under stress. Working out also puts your body under stress. This is more stress your body does NOT need. It will actually make you feel sicker. REST when you are under the weather. This is better than spreading your germs around and hurting yourself more in the end.
By letting my body rest I am going to be ready to come back with a vengeance on monday and push my body to the absolute limits.
I also found a way to occupy my time in a efficient manner! As of today I am P90X Qualified! That is the first part in the certification process. This made me more knowledgeable about nutrition and how the P90X program is structured. It also helps me, to help you BRING IT better! So if you have questions about P90X.....I HAVE THE ANSWER!
Eat Clean, Workout Dirty!
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Entered Phase 2
This past week I entered phase 2 of P90X. My fellow challenge group buddy, Steve Moffett, and I are going strong and not letting anything slow us down. I had to alter a it a bit due to a sciatica issue I sustained from moving my daughter's dresser. Plyo was definitely out of the picture during that time. I did Yoga X though this past week and FINALLY felt the issue "release". I am feeling so much better. Yoga really is the fountain of youth so don't be knocking it until you have tried it. Even if you are older, YOU NEED YOGA! As you progress you will feel so awesome.
So many want to skip Yoga X! Don't! It is key to your development through the program! I know. There are a lot of exclamation marks here. That should tell you how serious this is!
I also went to get a suit recently. They have to special order it. Why? My chest to waist issue is not the norm. They are use to the chest being 4 to 6 inches bigger than the waist. My waist is 12 inches smaller than my chest. They have to actually make it to ensure it matches appropriately. That was an awesome feeling. I will be getting a suit "tailored" to me. Thanks to P90X and Shakeology! Tell me that wouldn't be a good feeling to have. They aren't even going to charge me more for it either.
What are you waiting for! You can get both P90X (or another program) and Shakeology at a discounted price by clicking here and then clicking "the take the challenge" button!
Eat Clean and workout dirty! You can do this!!
So many want to skip Yoga X! Don't! It is key to your development through the program! I know. There are a lot of exclamation marks here. That should tell you how serious this is!
I also went to get a suit recently. They have to special order it. Why? My chest to waist issue is not the norm. They are use to the chest being 4 to 6 inches bigger than the waist. My waist is 12 inches smaller than my chest. They have to actually make it to ensure it matches appropriately. That was an awesome feeling. I will be getting a suit "tailored" to me. Thanks to P90X and Shakeology! Tell me that wouldn't be a good feeling to have. They aren't even going to charge me more for it either.
What are you waiting for! You can get both P90X (or another program) and Shakeology at a discounted price by clicking here and then clicking "the take the challenge" button!
Eat Clean and workout dirty! You can do this!!
Friday, August 10, 2012
P90X week 3 and injury
As I close week 3 I am unable to finish it strong. I moved my daughter's dresser wrong and injured my back. Ended up with a trip to the ER and pain meds. The pain was so bad my right leg went numb.
So i am basically on bed rest for the next few days. I am doing stretches and using a foam roller in conjunction with percocet, flexeril, and steroids. So if some of this doesn't make sense, I apologize.
I did see some great gains however in week 3 up to that point. For now, I will let my body heal and go from there. That is the best thing to do. Don't let your ego get the best of you. Put the ego away and heal. You will be stronger as a result.
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Week 2 of my P90X Journey
Week 2 is at an end. I would like to say that I killed it all, but I can't.
I was having issues with the sciatica this week. I did do my hardest though and brought it like no one's business. I pushed hard and that is all that matters. Sure, the pain bothered me, but I still pushed through it all ass much as I could, until it was unbearable.
I am still fueling my workouts with Shakeology each and every day. I don't know what I ever did without it. Shakeology has to be the greatest thing since sliced bread. I am so serious. I feel so energized and clear headed throughout the day when I do take it. It's low calories also help me to reach my goals of weight/fat loss.
I did increase the weight and reps on most of the workouts though this week, even with the pain. Like I said I pushed through until it was unbearable. That is how you bring it, but I didn't over due it. That is the key.
I was having issues with the sciatica this week. I did do my hardest though and brought it like no one's business. I pushed hard and that is all that matters. Sure, the pain bothered me, but I still pushed through it all ass much as I could, until it was unbearable.
I am still fueling my workouts with Shakeology each and every day. I don't know what I ever did without it. Shakeology has to be the greatest thing since sliced bread. I am so serious. I feel so energized and clear headed throughout the day when I do take it. It's low calories also help me to reach my goals of weight/fat loss.
I did increase the weight and reps on most of the workouts though this week, even with the pain. Like I said I pushed through until it was unbearable. That is how you bring it, but I didn't over due it. That is the key.
EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY EVERYONE!
Saturday, July 28, 2012
The Beginning of my P90X Ultimate Journey
This week has been the start of my P90X Ultimate Journey. Many are thinking, what is an Ultimate Journey? That is what I have called my journey through P90X, P90X+, and finish with P90X2.
I wish I could say that it has gotten easier, but it hasn't. Especially when I had to take five to six weeks off from all of my normal workout routines. I have pretty much lost all of my gains. I was on orders for the military for 2 weeks in the field for part of that, working 16 to 20 hour days at times. Then I went to Vegas for coach summit and ended up with food poisoning (while I did lost a lot of weight from that I don't recommend it) and then 3 weeks off for the Ultimate Reset.
So needless to say, it feels like I am doing P90X from the beginning. I am not going to lie, it is tough. I am pushing through, and trying my hardest to make it through some of the workouts. And made it through I have, every time. I just tell myself, it is mind over matter. My body is stronger than what my mind wants to believe. Every time I prove that to myself. I don't have to prove it to anyone else but me.
The supplements I am taking on this journey are Shakeology, protein shakes, Super Suma Root (a natural testosterone booster), P90X Results and Recovery Formula, protein bars, and vitamins. I also am on the 2400 calorie tier for the meal plan. As of yet I haven't hit 2400 calories so I need to tweak my calories more. I am still way below. I will get there, it will just take time for me to tweak my diet according to the nutrition plan set out with P90X.
I will still admit. I HATE YOGA STILL! Yoga X kicks my butt each and every time. It sucks! Probably because I am not flexible at all. But sometimes you just got to "Embrace the suck."
Keep following me and I love to hear encouragement.
EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY.
I wish I could say that it has gotten easier, but it hasn't. Especially when I had to take five to six weeks off from all of my normal workout routines. I have pretty much lost all of my gains. I was on orders for the military for 2 weeks in the field for part of that, working 16 to 20 hour days at times. Then I went to Vegas for coach summit and ended up with food poisoning (while I did lost a lot of weight from that I don't recommend it) and then 3 weeks off for the Ultimate Reset.
So needless to say, it feels like I am doing P90X from the beginning. I am not going to lie, it is tough. I am pushing through, and trying my hardest to make it through some of the workouts. And made it through I have, every time. I just tell myself, it is mind over matter. My body is stronger than what my mind wants to believe. Every time I prove that to myself. I don't have to prove it to anyone else but me.
The supplements I am taking on this journey are Shakeology, protein shakes, Super Suma Root (a natural testosterone booster), P90X Results and Recovery Formula, protein bars, and vitamins. I also am on the 2400 calorie tier for the meal plan. As of yet I haven't hit 2400 calories so I need to tweak my calories more. I am still way below. I will get there, it will just take time for me to tweak my diet according to the nutrition plan set out with P90X.
I will still admit. I HATE YOGA STILL! Yoga X kicks my butt each and every time. It sucks! Probably because I am not flexible at all. But sometimes you just got to "Embrace the suck."
Keep following me and I love to hear encouragement.
EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY.
Saturday, July 21, 2012
What I have noticed after the Ultimate Reset
I know before the Reset I was CRAVING certain foods. Stuff like soda, sugar, ice cream, etc. Cheesecake was the ultimate weakness with me though. There was NO WAY I could avoid that!
Now however, I look at sweets and other foods I loved like pizza and all, and actually feel nauseated. I have no desire to eat all that garbage now though. It gets offered to me and I pass it up. I don't want it. I haven't drank anything but water for over 3 weeks! I don't want to drink anything else! I am happy with just that. I am in love with this new lifestyle I am living!
I know many say, "I couldn't give up meat." I gave it up on the Reset. I have incorporated it occasionally though. But I don't crave it like I used to. I eat salmon or chicken breast. Otherwise it is a vegetarian diet for me.
I feel better than I ever have before the Reset. Now I feel as if my health has improved dramatically. See if the Reset is good for you! Click Here to find out more about it.
EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
Now however, I look at sweets and other foods I loved like pizza and all, and actually feel nauseated. I have no desire to eat all that garbage now though. It gets offered to me and I pass it up. I don't want it. I haven't drank anything but water for over 3 weeks! I don't want to drink anything else! I am happy with just that. I am in love with this new lifestyle I am living!
I know many say, "I couldn't give up meat." I gave it up on the Reset. I have incorporated it occasionally though. But I don't crave it like I used to. I eat salmon or chicken breast. Otherwise it is a vegetarian diet for me.
I feel better than I ever have before the Reset. Now I feel as if my health has improved dramatically. See if the Reset is good for you! Click Here to find out more about it.
EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
The End of My Journey on the Beachbody Ultimate Reset!
Today is the end! The Ultimate Reset cleanse is over after today. During this journey I have learned a lot about my nutrition. What I thought was healthy before really wasn't. There is no substitute for whole foods. If the ingredients of the food you are eating has more than 5 ingredients or a 7 year old can't pronounce the ingredients, you should put it back. Plain and simple. I know people like to go down the freezer aisle and see these "meals" that claim to help you get healthy. They won't. They are full of chemicals that will actually inhibit your health.
You can actually pre prep meals and put them in the freezer so that if you do have one of those days when you just don't feel like cooking or don't have time, you can pull it out and stick it in the microwave. Now you got something healthy to eat that isn't full of chemicals and low in calories!
I lost another 3 pounds this week! That brings my total to 15 pounds. That is just eating clean and taking all of the supplements that detoxify my body. No working out except for some light yoga and walking. Your diet is 70-80% of your health. You can eat junk and work out all day, but you won't get anywhere. Proper nutrition is the KEY to getting your health right!
Phase 3 is where I moved away from the detoxify supplement and started taking the Revitalize supplement. It basically helps restore a healthy balance of flora in your digestive track. If you didn't understand that, it puts healthy bacteria your body needs in your intestines.
Why do you need that? Have you ever taken antibiotics? They don't know the difference between good or bad bacteria. They kill them all. This leads to things like candida yeast building up in your body. It is believed that candida is also responsible for many health problems. Ladies, ever have a yeast infection? It is most likely an over abundance of candida in your system. It also affects men too. It may even be responsible for diabetes, some studies are saying.
Monday, I will start an Ultimate Journey! A P90X Ultimate Journey! Me and some people I coach will begin with P90X, go to P90X+, and finish with P90X2. We are ready to bring it!!! If you want in on this let me know! Time is running out to join and there will be prizes every 90 days!
If you want to know more leave a comment or e-mail me at coach_sean75@yahoo.com.
Eat clean and workout dirty!!!
You can actually pre prep meals and put them in the freezer so that if you do have one of those days when you just don't feel like cooking or don't have time, you can pull it out and stick it in the microwave. Now you got something healthy to eat that isn't full of chemicals and low in calories!
I lost another 3 pounds this week! That brings my total to 15 pounds. That is just eating clean and taking all of the supplements that detoxify my body. No working out except for some light yoga and walking. Your diet is 70-80% of your health. You can eat junk and work out all day, but you won't get anywhere. Proper nutrition is the KEY to getting your health right!
Phase 3 is where I moved away from the detoxify supplement and started taking the Revitalize supplement. It basically helps restore a healthy balance of flora in your digestive track. If you didn't understand that, it puts healthy bacteria your body needs in your intestines.
Why do you need that? Have you ever taken antibiotics? They don't know the difference between good or bad bacteria. They kill them all. This leads to things like candida yeast building up in your body. It is believed that candida is also responsible for many health problems. Ladies, ever have a yeast infection? It is most likely an over abundance of candida in your system. It also affects men too. It may even be responsible for diabetes, some studies are saying.
Monday, I will start an Ultimate Journey! A P90X Ultimate Journey! Me and some people I coach will begin with P90X, go to P90X+, and finish with P90X2. We are ready to bring it!!! If you want in on this let me know! Time is running out to join and there will be prizes every 90 days!
If you want to know more leave a comment or e-mail me at coach_sean75@yahoo.com.
Eat clean and workout dirty!!!
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
My take of Week 2 of the Beachbody Ultimate Reset
Week 3 begins today so I will be recapping week 2 on the Beachbody Ultimate Reset and comparing it with week 1.
Week 2 went to a vegan diet. This continues into week 3. I thought it would be tough transitioning over. It really wasn't though. You still feel full from the meals and all. I took the same supplements that I took on Phase 1 with the addition of the supplement, Detox. The Detox supplement is designed to remove toxins from your colon. I did notice a darker stool during that phase. I assume it was removing waste that was caked on the intestinal wall. I know, TMI, but this a proven medical fact. As a matter of fact, you can have up to 15 pounds of waste caked against the walls of your intestines and it can inhibit your intestinal tracks ability to absorb the nutrients you are eating.
I know you are probably thinking, am I going to be sitting by the toilet. No you won't. It is a gentle cleanse. I am finding I am actually having to eliminate my bowels less. I asked someone about this and they said that it is because I am absorbing more of the food so I have less waste in my system as a result. I also am putting WHOLE FOODS in my body as opposed to the processed foods that contain lots of sugars and chemicals. That means many of the micro nutrients my body needs are getting to where they need to be.
On week one, my body was majorly detoxifying. I mean I was irritable, suffered from constant headaches, and was stressed easily. (I was also stressed easily before I started the Ultimate Reset but even more so on Phase 1). Here on Phase 2, I am more even keel. I do not stress out. I can keep my kewl no matter what the issue and can keep my focus more instead of my mind wandering. This is a great feeling although many people now wonder what is wrong with me. I tell them I feel great.
I am looking forward to the end of this journey however, as I miss working out. You don't want to work out on this program, with the exception of, Yoga, stretching, or walking. Anything else would be too strenuous and you would not really have the energy to do it as you are at the minimum amount of calories already you should consume.
If you want to get on board with resetting your body to "factory settings" then you should do the Beachbody Ultimate Reset. Check it out here by clicking here!
In the mean time....EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
Week 2 went to a vegan diet. This continues into week 3. I thought it would be tough transitioning over. It really wasn't though. You still feel full from the meals and all. I took the same supplements that I took on Phase 1 with the addition of the supplement, Detox. The Detox supplement is designed to remove toxins from your colon. I did notice a darker stool during that phase. I assume it was removing waste that was caked on the intestinal wall. I know, TMI, but this a proven medical fact. As a matter of fact, you can have up to 15 pounds of waste caked against the walls of your intestines and it can inhibit your intestinal tracks ability to absorb the nutrients you are eating.
I know you are probably thinking, am I going to be sitting by the toilet. No you won't. It is a gentle cleanse. I am finding I am actually having to eliminate my bowels less. I asked someone about this and they said that it is because I am absorbing more of the food so I have less waste in my system as a result. I also am putting WHOLE FOODS in my body as opposed to the processed foods that contain lots of sugars and chemicals. That means many of the micro nutrients my body needs are getting to where they need to be.
On week one, my body was majorly detoxifying. I mean I was irritable, suffered from constant headaches, and was stressed easily. (I was also stressed easily before I started the Ultimate Reset but even more so on Phase 1). Here on Phase 2, I am more even keel. I do not stress out. I can keep my kewl no matter what the issue and can keep my focus more instead of my mind wandering. This is a great feeling although many people now wonder what is wrong with me. I tell them I feel great.
I am looking forward to the end of this journey however, as I miss working out. You don't want to work out on this program, with the exception of, Yoga, stretching, or walking. Anything else would be too strenuous and you would not really have the energy to do it as you are at the minimum amount of calories already you should consume.
If you want to get on board with resetting your body to "factory settings" then you should do the Beachbody Ultimate Reset. Check it out here by clicking here!
In the mean time....EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
Friday, July 6, 2012
My Ultimate Reset Journey - Week 1 over into Week 2
I finished my first week on the Ultimate Reset. In all I lost 10 pounds. 10 POUNDS IN 1 WEEK!!!! All from following the menu they provided, which is full of clean eating and taking the supplements at their scheduled times. No exercise, except for some walking and yoga. The meals are really quite tasty and all. We have had to modify it slightly in my house as my wife is allergic to walnuts and soy. So we substituted any bean and almonds respectively. The Reclaim phase is over and I am now 3 days into Phase 2: Release.
The Release phase is pretty much what many of you are thinking. It is the "poop" phase. Don't worry though, you don't have to live near the bathroom. This phase removes toxins from your colon to allow for your intestines to properly absorb nutrients. You take this supplement called Detox during this phase. It doesn't taste bad, you just got to get past the "dirt" texture as I like to call it. No, there isn't dirt in it. It is just a lot of fibrous stuff in it that is designed to clean your colon. After the first couple of times you tend not to notice the texture.
As I said, this isn't like other cleanses though where you are camped out in or by the bathroom. It is gentle but is thoroughly making your body a better place to live with. Think of it this way, do you want your body to be a cluttered trailer park with junk all over and a view of the sewage treatment plant, or would you like for it to be a view of blue skies, grassy fields with wild flowers growing all over and majestic mountains in the distance? I choose the second one personally.
If you want to find out more about the Beachbody Ultimate Reset then Click here!
For now though, EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
The Release phase is pretty much what many of you are thinking. It is the "poop" phase. Don't worry though, you don't have to live near the bathroom. This phase removes toxins from your colon to allow for your intestines to properly absorb nutrients. You take this supplement called Detox during this phase. It doesn't taste bad, you just got to get past the "dirt" texture as I like to call it. No, there isn't dirt in it. It is just a lot of fibrous stuff in it that is designed to clean your colon. After the first couple of times you tend not to notice the texture.
As I said, this isn't like other cleanses though where you are camped out in or by the bathroom. It is gentle but is thoroughly making your body a better place to live with. Think of it this way, do you want your body to be a cluttered trailer park with junk all over and a view of the sewage treatment plant, or would you like for it to be a view of blue skies, grassy fields with wild flowers growing all over and majestic mountains in the distance? I choose the second one personally.
If you want to find out more about the Beachbody Ultimate Reset then Click here!
For now though, EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
Saturday, June 30, 2012
My Journey with the Beachbody Ultimate Reset (Days 1-4)
I am currently doing the Beachbody Ultimate Reset. What is this? This is a cleanse, that is 21 days long, is gentle on the body, and leaves you feeling energized. I am on day 4 and have lost 6 pounds so far! I am not starving myself, I am not living by the bathroom. I am eating real food and doing my normal routine! Well almost normal. I am not working out except for walking and Yoga/Stretching.
The Ultimate Reset provides everything you need. You get Mineralize, which you put into your water and it replaces trace minerals. Next is Oxygenize. It is a supplement you put into your water or directly into your mouth. It contains stabilized oxygen. It provides supplemental oxygen to your body.
You also get alkalize. This brings your body from an acidic state to a more neutral state. This is a little known fact, but did you know that the more acidic your body is, the higher the chance you are at getting cancer? Bringing your body to a neutral state can also help you keep cancer away. (Now for the legal statement: This statement is not approved by the FDA)
Finally you get Optimize and Revitalize. Two pills designed to help your body get to peak performance.
There is also DVD's to watch so you know how to do the Reset and a nutrition book that tells you what to eat. All you have to do is follow the plan.
So 6 pounds lost in 4 days, I am not living by the toilet, I am eating REAL food, and living life normally. What is stopping you from doing it? What is your hang up? Want to know more then Click Here! You sure won't regret how you feel though. At the end you will have more energy and lower cholesterol and YOUR HEALTH!
The Ultimate Reset provides everything you need. You get Mineralize, which you put into your water and it replaces trace minerals. Next is Oxygenize. It is a supplement you put into your water or directly into your mouth. It contains stabilized oxygen. It provides supplemental oxygen to your body.
You also get alkalize. This brings your body from an acidic state to a more neutral state. This is a little known fact, but did you know that the more acidic your body is, the higher the chance you are at getting cancer? Bringing your body to a neutral state can also help you keep cancer away. (Now for the legal statement: This statement is not approved by the FDA)
Finally you get Optimize and Revitalize. Two pills designed to help your body get to peak performance.
There is also DVD's to watch so you know how to do the Reset and a nutrition book that tells you what to eat. All you have to do is follow the plan.
So 6 pounds lost in 4 days, I am not living by the toilet, I am eating REAL food, and living life normally. What is stopping you from doing it? What is your hang up? Want to know more then Click Here! You sure won't regret how you feel though. At the end you will have more energy and lower cholesterol and YOUR HEALTH!
Monday, June 25, 2012
My First Team Beachbody Coach Summit
I had the pleasure of my first ever Team Beachbody Coach Summit. I got to say it was really energizing. I had to miss part of it because of food poisoning, that part sucked, but the rest was BAM! First off, you may be asking "What is the Beachbody Coach Summit?" It is a summit where coaches learn to build relationships with their customers in order to help end the trend of obesity and to learn how to grow their business to do what they truly love.
Let's face it. We all have a J-O-B. Most people would rather be doing something else. I know it might not seem plausible to leave your J-O-B, sometimes we feel trapped there. Well, why not break out? Find out about Beachbody Coaching. I am a coach and I love getting a supplemental income that helps to pay off bills. Many people end up firing their bosses and doing this full time! 17 millionaires have been created in the last 5 years thanks to Team Beachbody and the coach opportunity.
But I digress. The event was held in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand. There were workshops going on left and right. Everything to help you improve yourself and your business. The trainers were everywhere. It was great to see the Les Mills Pump crew and get photographed with them. That really made my day! We also got to workout with our favorite trainers. We learned about new products coming out and rewarded people for their hard work. And, if you were good enough, you got to go to the 5 Year anniversary party. (I didn't get to do that, but I will one day!) People from all walks of life and fitness levels were there! So don't think that "I am too out of shape" to go. We had people in wheelchairs, people who are currently over weight or obese, people who were deaf, and people with nothing wrong and in top shape. You know what? We all got along. We didn't let political ideals or religious beliefs or social upbringing dictate who we would be hanging out with. We were all people with one thing in common hanging out and having a great time sharing ideas. Black, white, gay, straight, it didn't matter. The way it should be!
If you are not a coach then you NEED to get started NOW. This is your time to shine! This is your time to take control of your life and to get with us in Vegas again next year for another great time! You can start by clicking here and then clicking the coach link. If you got questions, shoot me an e-mail at coach_sean75@yahoo.com and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Eat Clean and Work Out Dirty!
Let's face it. We all have a J-O-B. Most people would rather be doing something else. I know it might not seem plausible to leave your J-O-B, sometimes we feel trapped there. Well, why not break out? Find out about Beachbody Coaching. I am a coach and I love getting a supplemental income that helps to pay off bills. Many people end up firing their bosses and doing this full time! 17 millionaires have been created in the last 5 years thanks to Team Beachbody and the coach opportunity.
But I digress. The event was held in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand. There were workshops going on left and right. Everything to help you improve yourself and your business. The trainers were everywhere. It was great to see the Les Mills Pump crew and get photographed with them. That really made my day! We also got to workout with our favorite trainers. We learned about new products coming out and rewarded people for their hard work. And, if you were good enough, you got to go to the 5 Year anniversary party. (I didn't get to do that, but I will one day!) People from all walks of life and fitness levels were there! So don't think that "I am too out of shape" to go. We had people in wheelchairs, people who are currently over weight or obese, people who were deaf, and people with nothing wrong and in top shape. You know what? We all got along. We didn't let political ideals or religious beliefs or social upbringing dictate who we would be hanging out with. We were all people with one thing in common hanging out and having a great time sharing ideas. Black, white, gay, straight, it didn't matter. The way it should be!
If you are not a coach then you NEED to get started NOW. This is your time to shine! This is your time to take control of your life and to get with us in Vegas again next year for another great time! You can start by clicking here and then clicking the coach link. If you got questions, shoot me an e-mail at coach_sean75@yahoo.com and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
The Miracle Pill????
Life happens. For some it seems to happen more than others. It causes stress and, for many, high blood pressure. Life also causes us to make unhealthy choices at times in our diets. When I say diet, I am not talking about eating clean until you have lost the weight or buying highly processed foods, I am talking about eating clean as a lifestyle.
We have become a society of impatience and inconvenience. Many times we have also become lazy in what we should be doing for ourselves. It is easier to take a pill and put things in the microwave than it is to workout and eat wholesome foods. The problem with all medications though is they all have side effects. Some worst than others. So you need another pill to counteract the last pill and so on. You are dishing money out of your pockets for medications instead of choosing the right choice of, taking a little more time and preparing foods that are not laden with chemicals.
It is easier to sit on the couch, watch TV, or play hours on end on Facebook, while eating a microwaved "healthy" meal. (side note; they aren't healthy!). I get it, I really do. I have been there! But you don't have to stay there. I told myself I was going to get out of my slump. I was going to push myself back to optimal health! You know something? I get closer to it each day. All by eating whole, unprocessed foods, finding at least an hour a day to exercise, and taking the right supplements.
I know, I have been ranting about taking a pill. However I do take supplements. I do not take the miracle pills. The pills that promise rapid weight loss results and you can eat whatever you want and live normally. Some of them work, they really do. But once you stop taking them you gain it all back. This is because you didn't learn anything. You still eat the same foods and didn't increase your activity. You were still eating the microwave junk and sitting at the computer on facebook, when you could have exercised and eaten a healthy, wholesome meal.
It takes lifestyle changes. It takes dedication. None of us have the time. We have to MAKE THE TIME! You make the time to get all of the things you do at work, done. Why not MAKE the time to get your health in order?
I told you I take supplements. Here is what I take. Shakeology - a healthy whole food, meal replacement shake. As far as pill form, I take Beachbody Joint support formula, Activit Multivitamins, Beachbody Omega 3 Fish Oil, and Beachbody Herbal Immune booster (I work in a prison there are all sorts of creepy crawlies).
If you need help with getting started then sign up to have me coach you for free at Http://beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx. I will help you. You just got to ask.
EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
We have become a society of impatience and inconvenience. Many times we have also become lazy in what we should be doing for ourselves. It is easier to take a pill and put things in the microwave than it is to workout and eat wholesome foods. The problem with all medications though is they all have side effects. Some worst than others. So you need another pill to counteract the last pill and so on. You are dishing money out of your pockets for medications instead of choosing the right choice of, taking a little more time and preparing foods that are not laden with chemicals.
It is easier to sit on the couch, watch TV, or play hours on end on Facebook, while eating a microwaved "healthy" meal. (side note; they aren't healthy!). I get it, I really do. I have been there! But you don't have to stay there. I told myself I was going to get out of my slump. I was going to push myself back to optimal health! You know something? I get closer to it each day. All by eating whole, unprocessed foods, finding at least an hour a day to exercise, and taking the right supplements.
I know, I have been ranting about taking a pill. However I do take supplements. I do not take the miracle pills. The pills that promise rapid weight loss results and you can eat whatever you want and live normally. Some of them work, they really do. But once you stop taking them you gain it all back. This is because you didn't learn anything. You still eat the same foods and didn't increase your activity. You were still eating the microwave junk and sitting at the computer on facebook, when you could have exercised and eaten a healthy, wholesome meal.
It takes lifestyle changes. It takes dedication. None of us have the time. We have to MAKE THE TIME! You make the time to get all of the things you do at work, done. Why not MAKE the time to get your health in order?
I told you I take supplements. Here is what I take. Shakeology - a healthy whole food, meal replacement shake. As far as pill form, I take Beachbody Joint support formula, Activit Multivitamins, Beachbody Omega 3 Fish Oil, and Beachbody Herbal Immune booster (I work in a prison there are all sorts of creepy crawlies).
If you need help with getting started then sign up to have me coach you for free at Http://beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx. I will help you. You just got to ask.
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Les Mills Pump
I have a confession to make. When I started Les Mills Pump I was very skeptical. I was a diehard P90X and Insanity guy. To me Les Mills Pump looked like a workout for people of the female persuasion. Alas, my wife wanted to do it and wanted me to do it with her, so I did.
Let me start with what you get. Les Mills Pump from Beachbody comes in two packages, basic and deluxe. With basic you get 7 DVD's, a barbell, and 30 pounds of weight along with a nutrition guide for you to maximize your results. You use the barbell 3 days a week and you can either walk or do hardcore abs and flow (Yoga) on the non-barbell days. The barbell DVD's are Pump Challenge, Pump and Burn, Pump and Shred, Pump Revolution, and Pump Extreme. Times are from 20 minutes to one hour. You can also purchase more weight plates. If you are in shape I recommend doing this. Two or Four 25 pound plates might not be a bad idea.
With deluxe you get an additional 3 cardio DVD's, a step that can double as a bench for chest exercises, and 10 extra pounds of weight. The schedule doesn't really say when to use the cardio DVD's, so I used them on the walk days. The cardio DVD's are Step, Sports Attack, and Combat. I got to say my favorite was Combat. I just like that kind of cardio though.
The first month I was like, "Come on!" Basically, I was in pretty good shape. The first month is the foundation phase basically. It was really easy to me. I quickly started adding more weight so that I could feel a burn. That is what I needed. I also noticed great changes to my body. I was impressed.
Month two. New moves were added in and it got even more challenging. I was starting to rethink my initial thoughts of Pump. With the extra weight I had it was fun. The music from Pump gets you moving and the trainers just keep you motivated to the end! Even when you feel like you are done and can't go on, they are yelling at you through your TV and you grit your teeth and keep going like it is nothing.
Month 3. This entailed two workouts. Pump Extreme and Pump Revolution. One workout is 55 minutes and the other an hour. I was smoked! Sweat poured out of every pore. My clothes were drenched. Not to mention the additional cardio DVD's I used. I admit it, the workout that I was skeptical of was kicking my butt! It became my favorite workout. I lost over 4% body fat in 90 days! Needless to say, Les Mills Pump is now my favorite workout.
I also have a confession to make. I got a major crush on Rachel and Jericho, two of the trainers of the DVD's. It's all good though. My wife drools over Joel, another trainer in the workout.
Until next time, KIA KAHA! (Be Strong)
Oh, and if you are interested them click the banner at the top of this page or go to Http://Beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx to see all of Beachbody's supplements and workouts.
Let me start with what you get. Les Mills Pump from Beachbody comes in two packages, basic and deluxe. With basic you get 7 DVD's, a barbell, and 30 pounds of weight along with a nutrition guide for you to maximize your results. You use the barbell 3 days a week and you can either walk or do hardcore abs and flow (Yoga) on the non-barbell days. The barbell DVD's are Pump Challenge, Pump and Burn, Pump and Shred, Pump Revolution, and Pump Extreme. Times are from 20 minutes to one hour. You can also purchase more weight plates. If you are in shape I recommend doing this. Two or Four 25 pound plates might not be a bad idea.
With deluxe you get an additional 3 cardio DVD's, a step that can double as a bench for chest exercises, and 10 extra pounds of weight. The schedule doesn't really say when to use the cardio DVD's, so I used them on the walk days. The cardio DVD's are Step, Sports Attack, and Combat. I got to say my favorite was Combat. I just like that kind of cardio though.
The first month I was like, "Come on!" Basically, I was in pretty good shape. The first month is the foundation phase basically. It was really easy to me. I quickly started adding more weight so that I could feel a burn. That is what I needed. I also noticed great changes to my body. I was impressed.
Month two. New moves were added in and it got even more challenging. I was starting to rethink my initial thoughts of Pump. With the extra weight I had it was fun. The music from Pump gets you moving and the trainers just keep you motivated to the end! Even when you feel like you are done and can't go on, they are yelling at you through your TV and you grit your teeth and keep going like it is nothing.
Month 3. This entailed two workouts. Pump Extreme and Pump Revolution. One workout is 55 minutes and the other an hour. I was smoked! Sweat poured out of every pore. My clothes were drenched. Not to mention the additional cardio DVD's I used. I admit it, the workout that I was skeptical of was kicking my butt! It became my favorite workout. I lost over 4% body fat in 90 days! Needless to say, Les Mills Pump is now my favorite workout.
I also have a confession to make. I got a major crush on Rachel and Jericho, two of the trainers of the DVD's. It's all good though. My wife drools over Joel, another trainer in the workout.
Until next time, KIA KAHA! (Be Strong)
Oh, and if you are interested them click the banner at the top of this page or go to Http://Beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx to see all of Beachbody's supplements and workouts.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Need to shed the winter fat? START NOW!
The title of this blog says it all. Most people gain some during the winter months. Others however tend to gain a lot. If you fall into either one of these categories then you need to start getting the junk out of your trunk now and making those changes to get the body you want for bathing suit season.
First off let's get rid of a common myth. YOU CAN NOT EAT WHATEVER YOU WANT AS LONG AS YOU EXERCISE! So many say this to justify bad habits they don't want to break. Diet is 70% of your health and fitness. The other 30% is the activity you put in. Do the math. You need to obey your nutrition.
How do you do that though? If you have a Beachbody program then it comes with a nutrition guide, FOLLOW IT! It is not going to lead you astray. There are online calorie counters like myfitnesspal.com or sparkpeople that will help you log your calories. You can also take all the guess work out and sign up for a paid Teambeachbody.com account. If you don't have a Teambeachbody.com account at all you can get one through me at http://beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx. For about 2.99 a week (paid quarterly, in advance) you get access to a meal planner that tells you what to eat for the week and even provides the shopping list. All the guess work is taken out!
Now, for the activity, mix up the strength and cardio. You will get that strong, toned, sleek body if you start NOW and get your but in gear! If you don't have a gym membership or you don't like to workout with others, then hit my site in the previous paragraph and there you go!
You no longer have and excuse for why you can't reach your goals. You are the only thing holding you back. In the mean time, EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
First off let's get rid of a common myth. YOU CAN NOT EAT WHATEVER YOU WANT AS LONG AS YOU EXERCISE! So many say this to justify bad habits they don't want to break. Diet is 70% of your health and fitness. The other 30% is the activity you put in. Do the math. You need to obey your nutrition.
How do you do that though? If you have a Beachbody program then it comes with a nutrition guide, FOLLOW IT! It is not going to lead you astray. There are online calorie counters like myfitnesspal.com or sparkpeople that will help you log your calories. You can also take all the guess work out and sign up for a paid Teambeachbody.com account. If you don't have a Teambeachbody.com account at all you can get one through me at http://beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx. For about 2.99 a week (paid quarterly, in advance) you get access to a meal planner that tells you what to eat for the week and even provides the shopping list. All the guess work is taken out!
Now, for the activity, mix up the strength and cardio. You will get that strong, toned, sleek body if you start NOW and get your but in gear! If you don't have a gym membership or you don't like to workout with others, then hit my site in the previous paragraph and there you go!
You no longer have and excuse for why you can't reach your goals. You are the only thing holding you back. In the mean time, EAT CLEAN AND WORKOUT DIRTY!
Monday, January 30, 2012
You are NOT fat!
I have heard too many times, people describing themselves or others as fat. I hate that. It is like saying you or they gave up. What should be said is they have fat.
Confused? Fat doesn't make the personality of a person. Fat isn't the core of a person. Fat isn't what a person is. It is what they have. Fat can be lost. Fat can decrease. The person is still there. So they are not fat, they have fat.
Our cells are designed to pass water trough them, to help in removing waste from our bodies and so many other things that I won't get into. When those cells start to accumulate sugars though, that are not burned, they get stored as fat. Those cells continue to grow. When we get active, if we haven't eaten anything in the hour before the activity, those cells start to release that stored energy. This will cause them to shrink slowly. The more calories you burn, the more energy you remove from the cell. If your caloric output from activity is less than your caloric intake from eating, then you store more fat. If the out put is more than your intake then you will lose. Pretty simple isn't it?
Many people don't know how to eat properly though. Did you know that all those processed foods out there actually contain chemicals that enter your cells and are very hard to remove? The also adds to the fat cells growing. This is why it is so important to learn clean eating. Eating fresh or frozen fruits and veggies and lean meats will help you in so many ways. Also you can eat a bowl of fruit and it will be more nutritious, more filling, and be a lot less calories than a bowl of ice cream, a candy bar or other sugary confection. Remember, fewer calories in and more calories out will cut the fat from your body.
If you are looking for help in how to regulate your calories and your activity, then sign up to be a free customer. I will help you, you just have to ask. Go to Http://beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx and click join. There is a free membership and a paid you can pay for. Either way, I will support you and help you get your health in check. You can do this. You can break out of that cage.
Confused? Fat doesn't make the personality of a person. Fat isn't the core of a person. Fat isn't what a person is. It is what they have. Fat can be lost. Fat can decrease. The person is still there. So they are not fat, they have fat.
Our cells are designed to pass water trough them, to help in removing waste from our bodies and so many other things that I won't get into. When those cells start to accumulate sugars though, that are not burned, they get stored as fat. Those cells continue to grow. When we get active, if we haven't eaten anything in the hour before the activity, those cells start to release that stored energy. This will cause them to shrink slowly. The more calories you burn, the more energy you remove from the cell. If your caloric output from activity is less than your caloric intake from eating, then you store more fat. If the out put is more than your intake then you will lose. Pretty simple isn't it?
Many people don't know how to eat properly though. Did you know that all those processed foods out there actually contain chemicals that enter your cells and are very hard to remove? The also adds to the fat cells growing. This is why it is so important to learn clean eating. Eating fresh or frozen fruits and veggies and lean meats will help you in so many ways. Also you can eat a bowl of fruit and it will be more nutritious, more filling, and be a lot less calories than a bowl of ice cream, a candy bar or other sugary confection. Remember, fewer calories in and more calories out will cut the fat from your body.
If you are looking for help in how to regulate your calories and your activity, then sign up to be a free customer. I will help you, you just have to ask. Go to Http://beachbodycoach.com/coachseanx and click join. There is a free membership and a paid you can pay for. Either way, I will support you and help you get your health in check. You can do this. You can break out of that cage.
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