Category Archives: Beachbody

How do I get more Energy?

I’ve been asked this question in more ways than one, and after talking through it with each person, I decided to make a post about it – well and through great suggestion from a good friend.

Who doesn’t want more energy?

I’m afraid people feel like they need to settle with the lack of energy, because they [...]

Why you gain weight with a new program.

An amazing article I had to re-post that one of my favorite fitness celebs posted – Chalene Johnson. For me, it was my “ah-ha” and for others that I’ve shared this with, it re-settled their discourage and kept them charging forward with their respective workout program and goals. DON’T GIVE UP and get [...]

What Workout Program is Best for YOU?

I get this question asked to me A LOT!  So, in the effort to hopefully help others that have this very same question and are looking for something that is suited to their own fitness style and ability, I thought I’d break it down a bit:
Let’s start with the basics:
1.            What’s your current level [...]

5 Ways to Speed Up Your Six-Pack, By Ben Kallen

This is a great article featured in the latest Beachbody newsletter.  Don’t miss an issue, as there are great articles to further your health and fitness goals. 
No matter what your age, body type, or fitness level, we’re pretty sure one of your main workout goals is to improve your abs. And why not? A flat [...]

My Journey Across the Finish Line (with P90X) – Seattle Rock N’ Roll Marathon Race Preparation/Training

Back in January, when a girlfriend, Adriana, and I made the commitment to run the full Seattle Rock N’ Roll Marathon, I had no idea the daunting task ahead of us.  I was ready to take on the challenge, but was not sure if I could actually pound the pavement for 26.2 miles.  I mean, [...]

SHAKEOLOGY® – My Personal Review of Beachbody’s Newest Product

As always, I’m the biggest skeptic when it comes to new products, a growing fascination with any one thing, whether it be fashion, fitness or social groups.  So, of course, although I’m probably Beachbody’s #1 fan at this point, I held a little hesitation towards their newest product;  Shakeology® – The Healthiest Meal of the [...]

The Fast Food Enterprise – A Teen’s Editorial perspective on avoiding it!

Before getting involved in Beachbody and the Coaching program, I would say I was pretty cognicent of the things I put in my body, in the way of fast food, convenience foods, etc. Well, not to the tune of this article a new Coach of mine shared with me. In fact, this article was written [...]

Challenge #4 for the Week

Since we’ve embarked on our final decent into Spring, I’ve decided to get a little more realistic with my personal challenges, so have moved them to weekly. I think many would agree, it’s important to master one each time, then to rush on to the next. So, that’s exactly what I’m doing. So…….
Challenge # 4 [...]

Beachbody® and the American Diabetes Association® – An alliance to Fight Type 2 Diabetes

I had the great opportunity to speak with David Gise, one of the creators behind Fitspott, a social networking site for fitness professionals and enthusiasts, a-like, to share their passion of helping others. So, immediately, David and I had a connection, given our respective businesses.
As we met on Twitter, we began “tweeting” about renowned non-profit [...]

What is your "WHY"?

Have you ever asked yourself that? What is my “WHY”?
Well, if you are a Beachbody Coach, like me, you are constantly reminded to recognize your “WHY”. For so long I went back and forth on what my “WHY” was. Was it to provide more for my family? To be a [...]