Insanity Max 30 Update!

So I'm finished with week number 2 of Shaun T's new program Insanity Max 30,  and the program is as advertised! I was a bit skeptical when I ordered it but after the 3rd workout I knew I was in for a special treat! Each day your challenged to push yourself to the MAX and record the time you "Maxed Out". I now find myself looking to better my time each workout and it really makes you work that much harder.

                                                     

I thought I was pretty decent with my cardio but the Sweat program proved otherwise. Started off pretty strong but at 12;15 The combination Squat Double Jab took it's toll. I took about a 40 second rest and got right back in it and was able to finish the 30 minutes. The next time I might not be so aggressive the first round!

Tabata Power was a whole different ballgame. This particular workout will test your triceps to no end! Between the plyometric push-up hops to the three combinations of dip exercises my triceps were toast! But I gotta say loved it. It's a challenge and one I gladly accept. So here is the result of my second go around!

Yes I was so intent on making it the full 30 minutes I ended up Maxing Out 2 minutes earlier due to a wicked abdominal cramp most likely from the 6 different combination of abdominal destruction beforehand! The Friday Fight disc is probably one of the most difficult workouts in the series and will test you no doubt! If you have not pushed yourself through the week then your gonna be in big trouble I promise! I am so excited heading into week 3 and once finished will be posting an update and some pictures of my progress! If your an athlete and are looking to change up your routine and want results then this program is for you! Message me for more information and I would be happy to get you started!

No Bake Cookies!

Make healthy holiday cookies with Shakeology (Great for Xmas Eve!)

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Mmmmmmmm, cookies. They’re sweet. They’re delicious. They make your taste buds incredibly happy. So what’s not to love about cookies? Oh that’s right, you might not love that most cookies pack on the pounds due to the fact they’re loaded with all things naughty, not nice.

But we said “MOST COOKIES” are bad for you, not “ALL” cookies. Especially if they are healthy holiday cookies made withShakeology.

So this holiday season, treat yourself, and all of your family and friends, to some healthy holiday cookies that will put smiles on everyone’s faces without putting flab on their frames.

Shakeology Nutty No-Bake Cookies

(Makes 24 servings, 1 cookie each)

Total Time: 10 min.
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: None

What You Need:

• 1 cup all-natural almond butter
• 1 tsp pure almond extract
• 1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
• ½ cup raw honey
• 1 cup Chocolate Shakeology

What You Do:

1. Combine almond butter, almond extract, oats, honey, and Shakeology in a medium bowl

2. Mix together with your hands and roll mixture into twenty four balls, each about 1-inch in size.

3. Flatten each slightly so that it is shaped like a traditional cookie.

4. Optional to chop walnuts and sprinkle on top for a nice healthy garnish

5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour

If you want to really get on Santa’s “nice” list, instead of leaving him a glass of milk alongside his plate of Shakeology cookies, whip up a shake to help wash the cookies down. Not only will it give him that extra oomph he needs to deliver gifts all over the world in one night, it’ll help curb his cravings for junk which will eventually help turn his “bowl full of jelly” into a lean and mean six-pack.

And if you don’t believe in Santa (wait, what?) you can still leave these Shakeology treats out over the holidays, because chances are, someone will devour them in no time.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 114
• Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 2 mg
• Sodium: 11 mg
• Carbohydrate: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Protein: 5 g

This and more great recipes are found on your own personal Team Beachbody page and best of all it's FREE!

Just message me and I will add you to my team today!

Planking

Everyone from athletes to those simply interested in developing core strength to alleviate lower back pain can benefit from incorporating plank exercises into their workouts. The plank can be performed from a front-lying or side-lying position, depending on which muscle groups you’d like to focus on. Always perform a brief dynamic warm-up consisting of walking or other light aerobics to prepare your muscles before jumping into plank exercises.

The Right Way to Plank

Front plank is performed by lying face down on the floor with your legs extended and together and your elbows set on the floor directly under your shoulders. Lift your torso and thighs off the floor so that your weight is on your elbows and toes. You should create a straight line throughout your torso and thighs. Hold this position for 10 to 60 seconds. For side plank, lay on your side with both legs extended and stacked atop each other with your bottom elbow on the floor under your shoulder. Lift your torso and thighs so your weight is on your elbow and feet and hold that position for 10 to 60 seconds, switching sides on the next set.

Safeguards Your Spine

Front and side planks develop isometric strength in your core muscles, which means that they improve the ability of your muscles to hold a static position over time. Front and side planks challenge your muscles to maintain your body a static position against gravity. This is similar to how they have to work to maintain proper posture when you’re standing or sitting. As a result, consistent front and side planks can help reduce your risk of lower back pain due to poor posture.

Hits Multiple Core Muscles

Although focus tends to falls on the abdominals, there are a number of other muscles in your core essential for maintaining proper posture. Your obliques, glutes, hip flexors and hip abductors also work to keep your spine properly aligned. The front plank primarily strengthens your abdominals, but also develops your obliques and your hip flexors. Not only do the hip flexors play an instrumental role in maintaining proper posture, but they help ensure you’re able to walk, run and jump correctly. During the side plank, the obliques become the primary muscle worked, and your glutes and other hip abductor muscles on the outside of your upper thighs are recruited to keep your leg from collapsing to the floor.

Easy to Change it Up

Planks can be easily modified to reflect your training status. Those who need to work up to doing the traditional versions of the front and side plank can begin by doing the exercise from the knees instead. If you want to increase the difficulty of the exercise, you can do so by placing sandbags on your hips or having a partner press down on your hips. You could also lift one foot off the floor during the front plank or your top leg when performing the side plank.

No Gym Necessary

Because you’re using your own body weight as resistance, you don’t need any exercise equipment to perform either the front and side planks. An exercise mat may be more comfortable, but all you need is a soft floor surface, which means you can do the exercises nearly anywhere. This also means you can easily incorporate them into a home workout program or simply an exercise to do before you go to bed each night to keep your major core muscles strong.

If you've ever done a beachbody program you will notice that there are multiple exercise's that incorporate planks.If your looking to strengthen your core or just all around better your general health I can get you started with a program to fit YOUR specific needs. Just fill out my FREE fitness assessment today to get started. What a great time with the holidays to treat yourself to the gift that keeps on giving!

Insanity Max 30

Great news everyone! Insanity Max 30 has been released and I'm looking forward to starting this new chapter in my fitness journey. I am looking to get 5 other people with the same aspirations and goals as me to join my challenge group. First here is the information on the program.

What is INSANITY MAX:30?
Welcome to the craziest 30 minutes of your day—and the best results of your
life! If you’re ready to push harder than ever before . . . and Dig Deeper® than
you ever thought you could . . . then Shaun T’s INSANITY MAX:30 can help you
see results you never thought possible. Because it’s not about finishing the
workout—it’s about seeing how far you’ll go before you MAX OUT.
There’s no equipment needed in these killer cardio and Tabata-style strength
workouts. Just push to your MAX and get INSANE results in 30 minutes a day!
Why is INSANITY MAX:30 effective?
INSANITY MAX:30 can help you get ridiculous results in 60 days thanks
to Shaun T’s MAX OUT training. The goal is to work as hard as you can for
as long as you can until you MAX OUT—the point when you just can’t
do anymore or you begin to lose form. Each workout pushes you to beat
your last MAX OUT time to keep you accountable. Go one minute longer
and you’ll get remarkably stronger—every single day. That’s how you
lose more weight and get an INSANE body fast.

What makes Insanity Max 30 so unique? Every day is a brand new challenge in Insanity Max 30.

With killer cardio,challenging Tabata-style strength workouts plus 150 new moves designed to shatter your limits, Shaun pushes you to work harder,go longer, MAX OUT later. It’s not about making it through all 30 minutes. Its about pushing yourself more each day to get the body you’ve always wanted in 60 days! And even though Insanity Max 30 is a challenging program the great thing is you can follow the modifier in a separate screen, whatever your fitness level—to MAX OUT and still get MAX results!

Now the details. To participate in the challenge group you need to purchase the Insanity Max Challenge Pack which includes your first months Shakeology. You will also be added to an elite online group through Facebook where you will be required to post your daily workouts and perform simple assignments. This will help keep you accountable through the duration of the program.

If you prefer to just purchase the program at this particular time you can follow the link below and that will take you to my Team Beachbody home page where you can complete the purchase!

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Peppermint Mocha Latte !

I thought this would be a great recipe to share so here you go! This and other recipe's can be found on your team beachbody page. Don't have one? Message me and I will get you set up with your own and it's totally free!

Come the holiday season, I love peppermint mocha lattes. But, they’re full of a ton of additives. The ingredients of Starbucks version (my personal favorite) are: espresso, milk, mocha sauce (corn syrup, water, high fructose corn syrup, sugar, cocoa (processed with alkali 13%), potassium sorbate, artificial flavor), and peppermint-flavored syrup (sugar, water, natural flavors, preservative, sodium benzoate, citric acid), whipped cream, and dark chocolate.

Calories in one Tall nonfat Peppermint Mocha Latte with no whip (add 70 calories and 7 grams of fat for whip):

Hmm. This prompted me to ask our incredible nutritionists to whip up their own version. I couldn’t be happier, and I think you’ll love it too. If you swap almond milk for nonfat milk and leave out the honey, you can enjoy it vegan.

Total Time: 10 min.
Prep Time: 5 min.
Cooking Time: 5 min.
Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients:
½ cup nonfat milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp. raw honey (optional)
¼ tsp. pure peppermint extract
1 cup brewed black coffee (or 1 shot espresso)
1 fresh mint leaf (for garnish; optional)

Preparation:
1. Bring milk, cocoa powder, and honey (if desired), and peppermint extract to a boil in medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
2. Remove from heat; mix vigorously with a whisk until frothy.
3. Pour coffee into a large serving mug; top with milk mixture.
4. Garnish with mint leaf if desired.

Here’s the nutrition details for the vegan version: