What’s with Glycemic Index?

The Glycemic Index is a measure of the effects of carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. Carbohydrates that break down quickly during digestion and release glucose rapidly into the bloodstream have a high GI; carbohydrates that break down more slowly, releasing glucose more gradually into the bloodstream, have a low GI.  A lower glycemic index suggests… [Continue Reading]

Putting Shakeology to the Test

Associated Content contributor Shamontiel Vaughn recently took us up on our offer for free samples of Shakeology.  She wrote the following review on Associated Content.  For more information on Shamontiel or her other Associated Content reviews please go to: http://www.associatedcontent.com/user/5069/shamontiel.html Protein Greenberry and Chocolate Shakeology Drinks on the Go Advertisements about replacing one meal a… [Continue Reading]

How to Save Money and Eat Health Meals

Another excellent post from Team Beachbody Coaches and featured contributors Dennis and Mary Duke.  Eating right can be affordable.  Start by placing more value on the quality of the food you eat, than the quantity of food you eat.  Find more info on Dennis and Mary at their blog: http://thejourneyforlifeandhealth.com/ How to Save Money and… [Continue Reading]

(Grain) Carbs, What Are They Good For? Absolutely Noth’n . . . Say It Again!

If you are not familiar with Mark Sisson’s book, The Primal Blueprint, then the title of this blog post is going to be a bit of a shock to you.  If you’ve read the book, followed Mark’s Blog, or kept track of our featured contributor and Beachbody Coach, Jim Grieco, then you know where we… [Continue Reading]

Protein/Carbs/Fat . . . Our Macronutrients

Featured Contributor and local Phoenix Coach Jim Grieco explains the differences between protein, carbs and fat and how each can help (or hurt) your fitness progress.  Jim and I are big proponents of The Primal Blueprint.  The reason is that it works.  Find more information about that below.  Find more information on Jim at his… [Continue Reading]

Stressed is “Desserts” spelled Backwards…

The latest post from Featured Contributing Coach Marvin Manzano.  Check out Marvin’s blog at http://lafitclub.blogspot.com/. Stressed is “Desserts” spelled Backwards… Research has demonstrated that stress can contribute to the build-up of body fat as a result of stress’s effect on hormonal secretion and its physiological consequences. Explain Please!: Cortisol sets off an increased rush of… [Continue Reading]

So What is Shakeology Anyway?

Beachbody Coach Mark Lowe talks to us about Shakeology and his experience with it.  Check the numbers folks.  This is truly an amazing product.  You can find more information on Mark and his thoughts on fitness and nutrition at his blog Mark’s Fit Club Blog. So what is Shakeology anyway? By marksfitclub Leave a Comment Many of… [Continue Reading]

Shakeology Certified Low Glycemic

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Shakeology, Beachbody’s excellent nutritional supplement, has now been certified low glycemic!  This is really exciting news.  We’ve heard dozens of people tell us how Shakeology has really changed their lives and even helped them lower their blood sugar levels.  Now it is official.  Here is the information you need to decide for yourself whether Shakeology… [Continue Reading]

Is Shakeology a Value?

I actually went to Jamba Juice two days ago, just to see what you get for your money there now a days.  I went for the “Lite” menu, opting for a Strawberry Nirvana.  They were nice enough to throw in an immunity boost (but couldn’t tell me what was in it), but I had to… [Continue Reading]

P90X Results & Recovery Formula Sample Program

One of the products that I use nearly every day is the P90X Results & Recovery Formula.  In this video, I explain why Recovery Formula an important aspect of my nutritional approach.  I also discuss how to obtain a sample of this product from us.  CLICK HERE to contact us and we’ll send you some… [Continue Reading]