What To Expect During Your 90 Days
DAY 1 - 30 (PHASE 1 - APPROXIMATELY)1.) This is the adjustment period. Your body is getting into the schedule and tempo of your workouts. It is adjusting to your new nutrition habits. Expect some differences, perhaps not the drastic visual differences you crave, but your clothes, and maybe even your skin, will become baggier.2.) Stay the course during this period. I have had a lot of people say to me "Something is not right, I'm not getting as lean as I should be." This is normal; during Phase 1 you are priming the body and stoking your metabolic fire. Remember, your body will not 'spot reduce fat'. Your body will take body fat off in "sheets". What I mean is that it will reduce your overall body fat evenly. Where we hold the largest amount of body fat largely depends on genetics and gender. Women tend to hold their body fat in their behind, leg, & hip region. Men generally hold their body fat in their waistlines. This is what to watch for in this Phase: loosening of your clothes. Stay off of the scale and above all, remain patient and continue to work hard.
DAYS 31-60 (PHASE 2 - APPROXIMATELY)1.) This phase is where your body kicks into high gear. You are getting stronger and leaner. Expect dramatic results during this Phase as long as you remain disciplined and workout hard.2.) You will start to see that your outer extremities, (Forearms, calves, upper back, shoulders) generally where people hold the least amount of fat, will start to get leaner.3.) Where you hold the most fat will improve but not to your impatient satisfaction. Why? Because as your body removes the fat in "sheets" naturally the leaner sections of your body will show definition the quickest. 4.) REMAIN PATIENT AND STAY THE COURSE!
DAYS 61 - 90 (PHASE 3 - APPROXIMATELY)1.) This is the Phase to let it all hang out. It's an all out assault on body fat. Your metabolism is in high gear, you have noticed a drastic improvement in definition throughout your entire body and your most stubborn pockets of fat are carving away. 2.) This is the time to do some extra workout sessions. Walk after dinner, take an extra bike ride. Skip rope, box, and do something extra to burn more calories and more fat.3.) At the end of this Phase you want to be standing tall on Day 90, proudly take your after pictures and be able to say, "I worked as hard as I possibly could have during the past 90 days, I BROUGHT IT!"So there it is, what to expect during a Phase of P90X.Team Beachbody "Club" Memberships... (click here)You can get 10% off of all your supplements and Beachbody products by having a Team Beachbody club membership. Details are here. You'll also get live access Tony Horton (his live chats are great!), personalized meal plans, interactive diet and fitness tools, and the chance to win up to win a $10,000 monthly prize or a $250,000 grand prize for submitting your transformation story. A friend of mine, Mike French, just won 10,000 last year for submitting his transformation story.*The "Club" membership is an upgrade to the "basic" Team Beachbody membership*. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Becoming A Coach...Last year, Beachbody started it's independent coaching program, a program that I participate in. Beachbody will compensate you for living a healthy lifestyle, and helping others to do the same.A few benefits of the coaching program include:Qualify for eight ways to earn including payouts on team and company-wide production.Earn 25% retail profit on all products and 50% retail profit on "Club" memberships that you sell.Make money with our breakthrough health and fitness products right from your own web store.This is only the beginning though, believe me! Shoot me over an email, and I'll talk to you more about this program. I can show you how to build a thriving home based fitness business. There is nothing better in this world then having a business that you absolutely love!I look forward to hearing from you!That's it for now. BOOKMARK THIS PAGE! More P90x information is coming soon! My door is ALWAYS open to anyone with questions. I hope P90X becomes as big a part of your life as it is in mine. As I said...It's no longer just an exercise program to me, but a new way of life. I'll never go back to the person I used to be.Chris Morris Independent Team Beachbody Coach. Email me at : mailto:chrismorris@beachbodycoach.com Always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions about HIIT, or P90X. These can both be intense workouts. If you experience any pain or difficulty with these exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider.Visit my store @ extremefitness-store.com
Friday, July 3, 2009
What equipment wil I need to do this?
"What Equpment and supplements do I need to do this right?
1) P90X Extreme Training System The first thing you'll need is the P90X 12 DVD workout program. You can purchase it in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here P90X.
2) A Place To Do Pull UpsBeachbody has a pull up/chin up bar designed especially for the P90X program. It mounts to any standard size interior doorway. I believe it's approximately $49 plus shipping. It's really nice and a good deal for the money. You can check it out in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here Pull up bar.
3) A Good Yoga MatI can't stress enough how important a good yoga mat is. You'll be using this for yoga, "Ab Ripper X, and also Plyometrics", . A poor mat can leave your tailbone exposed to a hard floor. Check out the Manduka Mat that Team Beachbody carries. You can see it in the Team Beachbody by clicking here Yoga mat.
4)Dumbells and/or Resistance Bands . People ask me all of the time, which is better, dumbbells or resistance bands. I tell them both. Each has advantages. I use the Bowflex Selecttechs . These dumbbells are selectable/interchangeable. You can turn a dial in a weight and instantly be lifting a different amounts.These dumbbells are the ones recommended and approved by Beachbody. They are also the dumbbells used in the latest P90X+ workout videos.Resistance bands can be used throughout P90X in place of the dumbbells. In fact, one of Tony's "kids" (as he calls them...his workout buddies in the P90X workouts) will be demonstrating the exercise using a band. Beachbody carries "B Lines" resistance bands. For someone who travels alot these are irreplaceable. You can check out the B-Lines resistance bands in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here Resistance bands.
5)Heart Rate MonitorBeachbody recommends that you use a heart rate monitor to gauge your intensity and progress during workouts. They have a nice monitor made by Reebok in the Team Beachbody store.
6)Yoga BlocksThese are also recommended by Beachbody to use during Yoga. The blocks offer added support to assist with balance while holding certain poses. The Team Beachbody store carries them.
7)Body Fat TesterThis will give you an accurate reading on your body fat throughout the program. These are available in the Team Beachbody store.
8)Push Up StandsI love push up stands. The stands take all of the pressure off of my wrists.My favorites are called "Tony's Powerstands". click here Push up stands .
Supplements I Recommend:
1)Beachbody Peak Recovery Formula: Very Important! Don't Miss! I'm yet to find another product on the market comparable to the Beachbody Peak Recovery Formula. We know from extensive scientific research that there is an approximate 60 minute window of opportunity following exercise when muscle cells are primed to repair, rebuild, and adapt from a hard workout. The P90X recovery drink was designed to provide the precise nutrients you'll need to achieve maximum results from your p90X workout. Proper post workout nutrition is a KEY FACTOR in your success with P90X! Folks, these workouts are WAY too hard to be skipping here!I'm yet to find another product on the market that is better suited to provide maximum glycogen replenishment and muscle re-synthesis. And this stuff tastes unbelievably good!Ingredients include protein, creatine, L-Glutamine, and L-Argenine. Ladies, don't worry about the creatine making you "bulky' either. It's only about 500 mg...about 10% of a normal serving of creatine. It's there to enhance performance without adding bulk.I know some people who are trying to mix up their own concoctions using whey protein powder, Gatorade, creatine, L-Glutamine, etc. Well, #1...these concoctions PROBABLY don't taste that great. #2, they probably take a little time to mix up. #3.. Why try to re-invent the wheel? We're talking $39.95 for a month's supply. Actually...since you only need the recovery formula after HARD workouts (I don't take it after Yoga or StretchX) it lasts longer than a month. When you add up the prices of ingredients for the homemade drinks, the Beachbody Peak Recovery Formula really is a no brainer. I love it. I could drink it all day out of a barrel if I could!You will find the Peak Recovery Formula in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here Recovery formula.
2) Whey Protein Powder: Very Important!P90X demands A LOT from your body. You have to fuel it with enough protein. It is hard to get enough protein in your system with a normal diet. The powder is a great way to supplement this. Protein is a key component in your first 30 days of p90X. Protein is harder for the body to break down. As your body is working harder to break the protein down, it has to burn more calories. There's a novel idea...Have the body burn calories while you're doing nothing! Brilliant!One of the cleanest and best sources of protein is Whey Protein Powder. There is a time period shortly after your workout where your body is primed to take in protein to help rebulid and grow muscle. Beachbody sells a great tasting chocolate and vanilla flavor. I prefer the vanilla. You will find the Beachbody Whey Protein Powder in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here Whey Protein powder.
3)P90X Peak Performance Protein BarsThe P90X Nutrition Guide calls for performance bars during your first 60 of the 90 days. They are phased out in the last 30 days. The main thing with an energy protein bar is to find something you like. I was pleasantly surprised when I tried the mocha bars. They tasted great and I actually looked forward to them each day. They also have a great peanut butter flavor now as well. You will find the Peak Performance Protein Bars in the Team Beachbody store byclicking here Protein bars. Click on the "Nutrition tab". .Other SupplementsAbove, I've listed all of the supplements I've used with P90X. Other highly praised supplements include their Activit Fat Burning/Toning Formulas, Meal Replacement Shakes, and Slimming Formula. I know others that use and love all of these. Shop the store and see if these may be for you. You will find all of these in the Team Beachbody store.
1) P90X Extreme Training System The first thing you'll need is the P90X 12 DVD workout program. You can purchase it in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here P90X.
2) A Place To Do Pull UpsBeachbody has a pull up/chin up bar designed especially for the P90X program. It mounts to any standard size interior doorway. I believe it's approximately $49 plus shipping. It's really nice and a good deal for the money. You can check it out in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here Pull up bar.
3) A Good Yoga MatI can't stress enough how important a good yoga mat is. You'll be using this for yoga, "Ab Ripper X, and also Plyometrics", . A poor mat can leave your tailbone exposed to a hard floor. Check out the Manduka Mat that Team Beachbody carries. You can see it in the Team Beachbody by clicking here Yoga mat.
4)Dumbells and/or Resistance Bands . People ask me all of the time, which is better, dumbbells or resistance bands. I tell them both. Each has advantages. I use the Bowflex Selecttechs . These dumbbells are selectable/interchangeable. You can turn a dial in a weight and instantly be lifting a different amounts.These dumbbells are the ones recommended and approved by Beachbody. They are also the dumbbells used in the latest P90X+ workout videos.Resistance bands can be used throughout P90X in place of the dumbbells. In fact, one of Tony's "kids" (as he calls them...his workout buddies in the P90X workouts) will be demonstrating the exercise using a band. Beachbody carries "B Lines" resistance bands. For someone who travels alot these are irreplaceable. You can check out the B-Lines resistance bands in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here Resistance bands.
5)Heart Rate MonitorBeachbody recommends that you use a heart rate monitor to gauge your intensity and progress during workouts. They have a nice monitor made by Reebok in the Team Beachbody store.
6)Yoga BlocksThese are also recommended by Beachbody to use during Yoga. The blocks offer added support to assist with balance while holding certain poses. The Team Beachbody store carries them.
7)Body Fat TesterThis will give you an accurate reading on your body fat throughout the program. These are available in the Team Beachbody store.
8)Push Up StandsI love push up stands. The stands take all of the pressure off of my wrists.My favorites are called "Tony's Powerstands". click here Push up stands .
Supplements I Recommend:
1)Beachbody Peak Recovery Formula: Very Important! Don't Miss! I'm yet to find another product on the market comparable to the Beachbody Peak Recovery Formula. We know from extensive scientific research that there is an approximate 60 minute window of opportunity following exercise when muscle cells are primed to repair, rebuild, and adapt from a hard workout. The P90X recovery drink was designed to provide the precise nutrients you'll need to achieve maximum results from your p90X workout. Proper post workout nutrition is a KEY FACTOR in your success with P90X! Folks, these workouts are WAY too hard to be skipping here!I'm yet to find another product on the market that is better suited to provide maximum glycogen replenishment and muscle re-synthesis. And this stuff tastes unbelievably good!Ingredients include protein, creatine, L-Glutamine, and L-Argenine. Ladies, don't worry about the creatine making you "bulky' either. It's only about 500 mg...about 10% of a normal serving of creatine. It's there to enhance performance without adding bulk.I know some people who are trying to mix up their own concoctions using whey protein powder, Gatorade, creatine, L-Glutamine, etc. Well, #1...these concoctions PROBABLY don't taste that great. #2, they probably take a little time to mix up. #3.. Why try to re-invent the wheel? We're talking $39.95 for a month's supply. Actually...since you only need the recovery formula after HARD workouts (I don't take it after Yoga or StretchX) it lasts longer than a month. When you add up the prices of ingredients for the homemade drinks, the Beachbody Peak Recovery Formula really is a no brainer. I love it. I could drink it all day out of a barrel if I could!You will find the Peak Recovery Formula in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here Recovery formula.
2) Whey Protein Powder: Very Important!P90X demands A LOT from your body. You have to fuel it with enough protein. It is hard to get enough protein in your system with a normal diet. The powder is a great way to supplement this. Protein is a key component in your first 30 days of p90X. Protein is harder for the body to break down. As your body is working harder to break the protein down, it has to burn more calories. There's a novel idea...Have the body burn calories while you're doing nothing! Brilliant!One of the cleanest and best sources of protein is Whey Protein Powder. There is a time period shortly after your workout where your body is primed to take in protein to help rebulid and grow muscle. Beachbody sells a great tasting chocolate and vanilla flavor. I prefer the vanilla. You will find the Beachbody Whey Protein Powder in the Team Beachbody store by clicking here Whey Protein powder.
3)P90X Peak Performance Protein BarsThe P90X Nutrition Guide calls for performance bars during your first 60 of the 90 days. They are phased out in the last 30 days. The main thing with an energy protein bar is to find something you like. I was pleasantly surprised when I tried the mocha bars. They tasted great and I actually looked forward to them each day. They also have a great peanut butter flavor now as well. You will find the Peak Performance Protein Bars in the Team Beachbody store byclicking here Protein bars. Click on the "Nutrition tab". .Other SupplementsAbove, I've listed all of the supplements I've used with P90X. Other highly praised supplements include their Activit Fat Burning/Toning Formulas, Meal Replacement Shakes, and Slimming Formula. I know others that use and love all of these. Shop the store and see if these may be for you. You will find all of these in the Team Beachbody store.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Welcome
Welcome to my blog. I am a team beachbody coach and I would like to help you get in the best shape of your life.
A little background on myself. I am married, 37 years old, and the proud dad of one boy (6) and one girl (2).
How I got here:
About 5 years ago I weighed 220 lbs and yes I'm only 5'8". Over the past few years, I have been up and down with my weight trying all the fad diets (haven't we all). It wasn't until about a year ago when I started seeing the infomercials on P90X. I was interested, but not enough to order. One night I was watching some youtube videos and typed in P90X. I was really impressed with the changes that I saw from the different people . Alot of these guys before photos looked alot like me. I said then and there, if they can do it why can't I? I ordered the program shortly thereafter and the photos above show the results. I was near 190 lbs when I started and 90 days later I was 160 lbs.
I promise you, if you have the determination to achieve your goals, anything is possible. This system is the real deal.
I am currently in my 3rd round of P90X and the changes just keep coming.
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