Controlling Carbs with Shakeology

Shakeology

If you follow my stuff, you know that one of my keys to nutrition is carb control.  I want to really dive into this for a second and be sure you understand what that means.  Carbs are important.  They provide great fuel for workouts and they are essential for recovery.  However, excess carbs get stored… [Continue Reading]

Cruise Wrap Up and Thoughts on The Paleo and/or Primal Diet and Carb Intake

Insanity Workout Creator Shaun T.

We are fresh off the Beachbody Success Club Cruise, which was truly amazing.  We got to see Nassau, St. Thomas and St. Maarten, workout with Shaun T., see a lot of old friends, make some new ones, and rub elbows with the Corporate Big Wigs.  In general, it was a blast. St. Maarten was particularly… [Continue Reading]

P90X Results and Recovery Formula Alternative

A lot of people are really curious about the P90X Results and Recovery Formula and whether there are any alternatives.  I’ve got some thoughts on that issue in this video.  I use the P90X recovery drink on occasion.  I typically limit my use to the times that I’m endurance training.  I will usually cut the… [Continue Reading]

Primal Blueprint Enchiladas

Primal enchiladas?  How in the…?  Tortillas are not primal at all, so we didn’t use any.  We used egg whites and a little half & half to make some crepes.  A brilliant substitute straight out of The Primal Blueprint Cookbook. Here’s the video of this epic cooking adventure.

Insanity – P90X Hybrid – Week 2 Accountability

On Sunday I finished week 2 of my hybrid plan for P90X, Insanity and Tony Horton’s One on Ones. I thought I’d check in with my progress.  I had to juggle the schedule a little bit last week.  Tony Horton was in town for his book tour and he slayed us with an Upper Middle… [Continue Reading]

Shakeology Review & Comparison to Muscle Milk and Myoplex

Shakeology Review

Lately I’ve been asked one question more than any other: What alternatives do I have to Shakeology?  Many people are even more specific and ask how Shakeology compares to a specific supplement.  Due to their sale at large chain retailers the two most commonly used protein shakes are Muscle Milk and Myoplex.  So, let’s take… [Continue Reading]

P90X Workout, Insanity Workout and the 80/20 Rule

P90X

P90X and Insanity are intense workout programs.  There’s no question about that.  A lot of people want to know how to get the most out of these programs when they have busy schedules and other things to attend to.  Let’s face it, I have a lot more time to devote to my fitness than most… [Continue Reading]

P90X Diet Recipe of the Week: Salmon Dish

Todd Midgett, from NC Fit Club, brings us his latest installment of the Recipe of the Week. P90X Diet Recipe of the Week: Salmon Dish November 17, 2010 By Todd Midgett Leave a Comment This week’s recipe, a little salmon dish.  Really good!

Cutting Calories

Team Beachbody Coach and featured contributor Marvin Manzano gives some great tips on how to cut out calories from your diet.  Get more info on Marvin at LA Fit Club. Cutting Calories How much weight have you gain since you left High School? Since you got married? Since you had your first, second, or third… [Continue Reading]

Recipe of the Week: Chicken Linguine

Team Beachbody Coach and featured contributor Todd Midgett provides us with another great healthy recipe. Recipe of the Week: Chicken Linguine October 28, 2010 By Todd Midgett Leave a Comment This week’s recipe is super easy and super fast.