Do I Have to be an Expert on Nutrition?

An expert? No! Informed? YES! Good nutrition is pretty simple: lean proteins, fruits, veggies, and whole grains. Each Beachbody program comes with some sort of a nutritional program that incorporates all of the above foods in their plans. I have maintained my weight loss with Beachbody programs for 6 years and I would never consider… [Continue Reading]

Rev Abs is Coming!

Brett Hoebel, a new trainer with Beachbody, is coming out with a new program soon called Rev Abs. This workout looks excellent. It is a core cardio focused set that we can’t wait to check out. See what you think about it. I don’t know about you, but this music gets me going. Exciting new… [Continue Reading]

Insanity is Coming!

Shawn T’s new program, “Insanity” is coming out soon.  From what we have heard from the test group organizers, this workout is every bit as hard as the trailer below indicates.  Can’t wait to challenge my self with this one.  The San Diego International Triathlon is June 28th and I plan on picking this up shortly… [Continue Reading]

What is a lever?

So, I posted this evening that I “swapped corn-cob’s for levers”, and people were asking what a lever is. Rather than describe it, because frankly my arms are so toasty after Back & Biceps/ARX and 2 miles on the treadmill that I can barely type. So I filmed a few. Next time I’m filming at… [Continue Reading]

The P90X Formula – “Different is good”

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If you are into P90X you probably realize that the art of the program is that it keeps changing.  If you keep pushing yourself, it will keep pushing you with new material to master.  Life is much the same way.  We have been doing P90X on and off since 2005 when it came out.  What… [Continue Reading]

Feeding your family while using P90X

Hello P90X families! P90X portion approach is pretty straight forward. The fat shredder plan (level 1) allows me 5 protein, 2 dairy, 1 fruit, 2 vegetables, 1 fat, 1 carb (OUCH), 1 single snack. As a mom of two, I wanted to make sure I could follow a healthy meal plan while providing my kids… [Continue Reading]

Stages of change: What stage do you want to be in?

Believe it or not there actually are defined stages of change. They are Precontemplation: “I can’t” or “I won’t” If you are in this stage and want to move on, try separating the real barriers from the excuses. This will give you clarity and help you to move on. Contemplation: “I may” If you find… [Continue Reading]

P90X Nutrition Plan Made Easy

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P90X Nutrition Guide – Introduction Updated – September 19, 2011. If you are new to P90X, the diet plan can seem overwhelming.  Take it piece by piece.  Start with the videos below and then move through the post, including the comments.  It will take a while, but it will be worth it.  You’ll finish this… [Continue Reading]

Are you a Level 6 Performer?

In May of 2008, Triathlete magazine featured an excellent article discussing the mental approach to physical performance. The article discusses the mental approach to exercise and looks at the different approaches people have towards training. The research that forms the basis of the article, done by Dr. Stephen Long, categorizes athletes by level in an… [Continue Reading]

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