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So you’ve been dieting and exercising but all of a sudden it seems like you just can’t lose any weight.  You need a weight loss plateau breaker, and fast.  So, now what do you do?  It is completely normal during your fitness training to have what many people see as a setback.  Unfortunately, even the most serious dieter can feel like what they are doing isn’t working and start up with those same old habits.  I know I’m even guilty of starting in on the ice cream and breads.  Then I realize I need a weight loss plateau breaker to help me get back on track.  Here are some great ideas that I got from Justine Holberg who wrote and article for Beachbody, the company that created P90X and who I work with as a coach.

1.  Her first weight loss plateau breaker is  to zigzag your daily calorie intake.  Sometimes you just need to jolt your body into action again.  Try to get your metabolism confused by dropping your calories by a couple hundred one day, then raising them a few hundred above normal then back down again.  This takes experimenting since everyone is different, but can do the trick if you find that perfect mix.  Undereating can actually cause a plateau, so eating more for a day can get your hormones into the act and give you the weight loss plateau breaker you need. Heck, whoever thought that eating more would be a weigh loss plateau breaker?

Weight loss plateau breakers can be a varity of things such as what you are eating.

2.  Next, you can do the same thing with your exercise.  Doing the same thing everyday can be boring, but it also is less challenging.  This is the whole concept behind P90X, Inanity and other Beachbody workouts.  Muscle confusion is a very powerful thing and it is one way that Beachbody trainers help you when you need that weight loss plateau breaker.  Many Beachbody programs have phases of training for exactly this reason according to Beachbody Director of Results Steve Edwards.  Switch it up and you will start to see those results again real soon.

3.  Eat almonds.  Wow! that was easy!  Not only do they taste great, but some research suggests that they help you to burn fat due to their fiber and fatty acids.  Edwards says that any nut will actually do, because they all have the same basic makeup.  However, almonds are on of the better ones.  This weigh loss plateau breaker is so simple even I can do it.

4.  Sleep could be the most important and effective weight loss plateau breaker.  The problem could be that you are training too hard.  This can be a very fast way to hit a plateau according to Holberg.  According to the article, a recent study at the University of Chicago Medical School found that people who are deprived of sleep metabolize glucose less effectively, and have higher cortisol levels.  It goes on to say that the only thing that rivals sleep in helping your body recover from exercise is performance enhancing drugs.  If you think you are over-training and you need a weight loss plateau breaker that will work quickly, I recommend getting a good night sleep tonight and every night.

If you are thinking pink on this Valentine’s Day, then you should include the new Tropical Strawberry flavor of Shakeology. It’s the newest of Beachbody products to come to the market this year.  I had the sheer joy of tasting this great new flavor at the Beachbody Coach’s Summit last June and I can say I have been waiting a long time for the official release to come so I could enjoy it again.  Being impatient, I kept wondering what was taking so long, but a few months ago I found out.  Tropical flavor Shakeology is Vegan and that makes the wait worth it!  Out of all the Beachbody Products, this is the first to be 100% Vegan!   Although I’m not Vegan, I am smart enough to know two things.  First, it’s good for me.  And next, I can now share this great meal replacement with more people who may have chosen the Vegan lifestyle.  The new Tropical Strayberry Shakeology also has a bit of pineapple, banana and papaya  to give that island flavor.  Mmmm…Mmm!  What a great breakfast each morning.

The Tropical flavor is the first in the new Ultimate line of Beachbody products that are being designed to help assist your body’s own ability to heal itself.  The incredible protein in Tropical Strawberry is derived from a proprietary vegan protein blend made from,

Beachbody products use exclusively unique and quality ingredients like coconut flower nectar.

“whole, plant-based proteins like sprouted brown rice, sacha inchi, chia, flax, quinoa, amaranth, and spirulina.  It also gives you 9 essential amino acids and is 100% dairy and lactose free!  Beachbody products are just getting better and better as the corporate team works to reach their goal of helping people live healthy and fulfilling lives.

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Just like the other Beachbody products in the Shakeology line, Tropical Strawberry has all kinds of vitamins and minerals.  It’s only 160 calories, has 20 grams of carbs and 15 grams of protein, which makes it a great way to start your day.  Here’s how these Beachbody products get all that nutrition packed into one shake.  Shakeology is filled with what are now called super foods.  They have some kind of special quality and Daren Olien the Co-creator of Shakeology traveled the world to find the right foods to get the most nutrition for you.  You can count on all Beachbody products to have the same quality as Shakeology and only the best foods are allowed into our meal replacement drink.  For instance, Coconut Flower Nectar.  Many of us are familiar with the coconut, but the flower has a naturally sweet nectar filled with vitamins C and B’s and 17 of the 20 amino acids.  It is also very low on the glycemic index.  When the company is creating new Beachbody products, they are always looking for the most nutrition to give to you.

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As a Coach for the company, I am always excited when new Beachbody products are introduced to the public.  Tropical Strawberry Shakeology has to one of the best in my opinion.  I know it tastes good, it is incredibly healthy and it is something that anyone can enjoy no matter what type of diet they choose to follow.  I can’t wait to see what Beachbody comes up with next!

We all know about Tony Horton and Shaun T from the last  several years of  infomercials.  But there is a new workout from Beachbody called Les Mills Pump.  I’d like for you to meet some of the Les Mills Pump group fitness instructors.    There are fourteen new trainers that are all certified Les Mills trainers and since you know the quality of Beachbody, you must know that all these people are some of the top group fitness instructorsin the business today.  Since there are so many workouts and so many trainers, I want to just give you a feel for some of the trainers that Beachbody has chosen to represent the Les Mills Pump videos.  Once you meet the trainers, I’m

Workout with one of Beachbody's group fitness instructors for Les Mills Pump: Jericho McDuffie.

sure you’ll be excited to learn more about the fastest way on the planet to get in shape.  Each of these group fitness instructors has their own personal qualities and experience.  That’s what makes these trainers and the workouts so unique.  Everyday, you can get a new trainer taking you through a new workout.

First is Susan Renata from Auckland, New Zealand.  Les Mills comes from New Zealand, so Susan is a great person to start with.  She teaches Les Mills  workouts all over the world and became one of the many group fitness instructors because she saw so many people doing weights and having fun.  She was also impressed with how many females were taking the classes.  Susan’s best fitness tip is moderation.  She suggests that you try everything!

Ben Tang is from Singapore.  His motivation to teach as one of the group fitness instructors is the idea of weight training with music.  I agree with Ben.  I get bored with weight training, but Les Mills Pump keeps me motivated and moving.  Ben tells us that we need to be realistic, and make little changes in our lives.  “After a year, you’ll see how far you’ve come,” he says.  That is great advice in my opinion.  So many people start a workout or diet, only to quit because it’s too hard.  Small changes will help you to reach your goals.

Next is Dan Cohen is from London, England and his suggestion is simply, “don’t quit”.  If you take Ben Tang’s advice and combine it with Dan’s, you have a powerful recipe for success.  Dan seems to be a pretty straight forward guy.  He became on the the Les Mills Pump group fitness instructors because the program works!  He says you shape, tone and lose fat.  What could be better.

Another trainer I’d like to introduce you to is Jericho McDuffie from Laguna Beach, California.  After taking one class, she says she was instantly addicted to the energy.  That changed her life and now she has become one of the group fitness instructors for the Beachbody video series of Les Mills Pump.  Her advice is something that I definitely agree with. Never underestimate the importance of stretching.  Not only does it feel good, but it has so many benefits in so many ways.

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Finally, there’s Asa Eriksson from Gothenburg, Sweden.  As a dancer, Asa wanted to become stronger and working out to music was a perfect way to reach her goals.  As one of Beachbody’s group fitness instructors, Asa let’s us know that it is important to know why why you are exercising.  Have a goal and your workouts will become a lot more enjoyable.

These are just a few of the group fitness instructors that Beachbody has put together for the new Les Mills Pump in-home workouts.  With fourteen instructors you will surely find a variety of motivation and excitement.  We all love Tony Horton and Shaun T.  But they are also welcoming these new group fitness instructors into the Beachbody family.  It’s time to “Bring It” with the Les Mills Pump Trainers.

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P90x is not a program that is designed for you to lose weight.  However, many people do find that it is filled with effective weight loss exercises.  Steve Edwards is Director of Results/Fitness Adviser for Beachbody.  He has been in charge of  the fitness and diet program development since 2001 and is nationally recognized in his field.  He just wrote an article about losing weight with P90X and this is what he has to say about how P90X does include effective weight loss exercises if you use it correctly.

First, he says that you need to choose the right schedule.  P90X has three schedules: classic, lean and doubles.  Although lean and doubles include more effective weight loss exercises, Edwards says that it is more important how you do the program than which schedule you follow.  In fact, you can lose weight with the classic option as long as you follow the guidelines that Edwards describes in his article.  The way that lean and doubles are effective weight loss exercises is that they do not allow you to gain too much mass because they force you to do a lot of volume and you’re body can’t fully recover between workouts.  Another reason is that you avoid the heaviest resistance workouts completely.  He goes on to say that the way to get the most benefit from P90X for effective weight loss

Used correctly, P90X has many effective weight loss exercises.

exercises is to begin with the lean program and then follow it with doubles.  Once both of these have been completed, a round of classic will actually assist your body to stay lean according to Edwards.  He also warns that you must do each of the schedules correctly in order for them to be effective weight loss exercises.  If you don’t, you can actually gain weight.

You can begin to customize your program right away to begin to build your foundation.  In order to get lean, you will need to build some muscle mass. This raises the metabolic rate and helps you lose weight.  However, you don’t want to gain too much.  The most

effective weight loss exercises use a lot of repetitions but are difficult enough that you still fail at the end of each set.  Edwards says that this concept is extremely important in order to get lean.

Next, he discusses how to figure out where to fail and get the most effective weight loss exercises working for you.  Anything over 12 reps is considered endurance training, but we still build muscle up to twice as many reps.  As you go through P90X, you should increase the number of reps as you gain strength.  That means for effective weight loss exercises you should start with a fail point of 12 reps then increase the reps not the weight as you get stronger until you reach about 16 reps.  As you get further into the program you will want to go to 25 reps before you increase your weight.  Endurance with weights makes for very effective weight loss exercises.  Recovering from these types of workouts is a little more quick because you are putting less stress on your body.

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So, what are the keys to effective weight loss exercises when using P90X?  Use low weights and high reps while keeping good form.  Especially when you are reaching exhaustion.  Don’t be afraid to go down in weight in the middle of your reps if you need to.  Start with the lean program and then move to the doubles.  Finally, if you want, you can also do a round of classic to help keep you lean.  In addition to all this is diet, but that is another article.  As a Beachbody coach I recommend Shakeology and following the extensive meal plans for each program.  Effective weight loss exercises are everywhere.  Even in P90X.  It’s just a matter of knowing how to use them correctly to get the most results possible.  Mr. Edwards did a great job of explaining how to use P90X for weight loss.  I wish you the best in your goals too.

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The New flavor of Shakeology from Beachbody is not just a new flavor.  The Healthiest Meal of the Day just got a boost and the Shakeology nutritional facts are pretty amazing.  Although many things are the same, the Shakeology nutritional facts for Tropical flavor show how Beachbody is advancing our meal replacement to new heights of nutrition.  The company has always been committed to only using the best ingredients and getting the best taste possible.  As with the Chocolate and Greenberry flavors, the Tropical Shakeology nutritional facts prove that everything in this meal is all natural and has absolutely no preservatives.

So, you may be wondering what is different about the Tropical flavor.  First, it is 100% Vegan, dairy free, lactose free and has only plant-based proteins.  This is great for anyone who can’t eat whey protein, animal proteins, dairy, soy, or wheat/gluten.  These are strong Shakeology nutritional facts that make this meal replacement shake the top of it’s class.

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Whether you like the Chocolate, Greenberry or Tropical flavor, it is important to note that all three flavors have only whole foods make up the ingredients.  One of the most important Shakeology nutritional facts in my opinion since many companies use chemicals and addatives to create a certain taste, but lose nutrition in the process.  Thank goodness Beachbodyis committed to using only whole foods and is willing to take the time to “get it right” for you and me.  Each serving gets its key nutrients from natural whole foods with no added vitamin or mineral isolates.  Everything comes from naturally occurring whole foods.  Let me give you an example of how

Whole foods from around the world are one of many Tropical Shakeology nutritional facts.

Beachbody uses natural foods.  One of the highlighted ingredients you will see when reading the Tropical Shakeology nutritional facts is Luo Han Kuo.  This is a low calorie, low glycemic fruit that gives foods sweetness without the bad effects we get from refined sugars.  In fact, Luo Han Kuo is used for medicinal purposes in Asia.  It is also an antioxidant helping to support your immune system, and has been eaten in China for over 1000 years to help with weight loss and diabetes.  This is only one of the 70 plus ingredients that you will see when you read the Shakeology nutritional facts on the bag.

There are other natural ingredients in Tropical Shakeology like Coconut Flower Nectar, Himalayan Salt and Konjac Root.  There are too many to mention here, but Beachbody has done extensive reasearch on every ingreditent to ensure that the Tropical/Vegan Shakeology nutritional facts are nothing less than spectacular.  Now, I am not an expert on nutrition, and I am biased because I drink Shakeology and sell it everyday.  So, Please don’t take my word on the Shakeology nutritional facts.  Listen to what the experts are saying below.  They will tell you about all the ingredients, where they come from and what they do to make you more healthy.  Most importantly, they explain why Shakeology is so good for your health.

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I’m excited about the Tropical Shakeology nutritional facts because of the high quality that Beachbody adheres too as well as the breakthrough into a Vegan shake.  Beachbody has been developing this for a long time so that they did not lose the standard of quality, and have finally succeeded!  The new Vegan Tropical Shakeology nutritional facts stand up to the Beachbody test of quality.

Beachbody has given us some great exercise videos.  Now we have the body pump video called Les Mills Pump.  This is a great way to create your perfect body by using this amazing barbell-based program.  It is a rapid weight loss  and accelerated strength-training routine that burns calories quickly.  This will help you to achieve a tight, toned and lean body.  So, what is the secret of the body pump video that will do all this?  The secret is the Rep Effect.  This is an exercise method that uses lighter weights with a large number of repetitions.  In these intense workouts, you can burn up to 1000 calories in each workout.  As a result, you will get leaner much more quickly.

The Les Mills body pump video program has 7 workouts that are specifically designed to burn fat and build lean muscle.  First is Pump Challenge.  This body pump video teaches you fundamental resistance exercises and will give you visible results quickly and is a

The body pump video sets from Beachbody use the Rep Effect, created by Les Mills to get you in shape fast.

20 minute workout.  Next, Pump and Burn works several muscles at the same time to burn calories quickly by using  as much of the body as possible.  Pump and Shred is the next body pump video that will develop your endurance.  The Rep Effect comes into full force in this 45 minute workout.  Another great routine in the body pump video set is Pump Revolution.  This workout will get your heart rate up with quick movements and large muscle workouts.  Pump Extreme is the next workout in the body pump video series from Beachbody.  It focuses on being intense and targeted muscle training.  Then, you can finally take it easy a bit.  Flow is a workout to increase flexibility, decrease soreness and improve your alignment.  This body pump video has got to feel good if you ask me.  Of course no work out would be complete without something for your abs.  Hard-Core Abs will define your stomach and back.  It uses a variety of moves to exercise your entire midsection.  And, the final body pump video in the Beachbody collection from Les Mills is Pump Basics.  Since you are working out to a body pump video, you will need to learn how to assemble the bar bell, and adjust  your weights.  Safety and technique are important not only to  prevent injury, but also to get the best results possible.  Even though the Rep Effect doesn’t use heavy weights, you will want to stay safe and injury free as you push yourself to your personal limits.

The body pump video set is also the first in home workout from Beachbody to include all the equipment that you need.  There is the most important tool for this workout routine, the barbell.  It also includes two 5 pound and two 10 pound weight plates with safety clips that provide you with safety as well as ease when changing weights quickly during your workout.  Another important aspect to any workout is nutrition.   As with all Beachbody workouts, Les Mills Pump has a guide to help you choose the best foods for success, and a tracker to keep you posted on your success as you go through the workouts.  Finally, you will get a free coach and online support just like with every membership.

The body pump video program based on Les Mills exercise routines is a great way to get in shape quickly.  I highly recommend it if you are looking to lose weight or just get a lean sculpted body.

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Have you been longing for the tropics but just can’t seem to find anything to ease your cravings?  Well the Tropical flavor of Beachbody Shakeology is here and will finally be available on…. you guessed it…..Valentine’s Day.  That’s right!  In just another week, the brand new Tropical Beachbody Shakeology will be available.  In addition to being a great new taste, this shake is also vegan.  Beachbody Shakeology co-creators Daren Olien and Isabelle Daikeler, have spent the last few years developing a meal replacement that is not only

Beachbody Shakeology is now in Tropical Strawberry!

vegan, but still stands up to the Beachbody Shakeology standards.  On February 14th, Tropical Strawberry will be the way to show the ones you love that their health and happiness are important to you.

I believe that the most impressive thing about the new Tropical Strawberry flavor of Beachbody Shakeology is that it is a 100% vegan shake.  As coaches, we have been waiting a long time for this new flavor to become available.  I know that you are going to love this new meal replacement, because I had the opportunity to test it at the Beachbody National Summit last summer.  The Beachbody Shakeology family just got even better as far as I am concerned.

Here are some things to consider:

1.  Beachbody Shakeology Tropical Strawberry will be available on Home Direct and for one-time purchases on February 14th.

2.  You can get the 30 day bag or single serve packets just like the Chocolate and Greenberry flavors of Beachbody Shakeology.

3.  Even though this shake is vegan, it is only 30 cents more per serving.  A very small price to pay for the high-quality, vegan          protein that has been added to the recipe.

4.  The new Topical flavor of Beachbody Shakeology will be available in Challenge packs in March.  Now you can get your workout, club membership and your vegan meal-replacement all in one package.

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This is a great breakthrough for Beachbody as many people who are Vegan have been wanting Shakeology in a form that they can drink.  I personally am not a Vegan.  However, the company has come through with a shake that we all can enjoy knowing that we are getting the same standard of nutrition as their other products.  Making the Tropical Strawberry flavor to Vegan standards was not easy.  So how did Beachbody pull it off?  With the Vegan Beachbody Shakeology, the creators ended up using a fermented brown rice instead of whey protein.  Once they were able to get the nutritional standards that we as a company are committed to, they made the announcement that it was going to be available.  When this came, there was definitely a feeling of excitement throughout the Beachbody coaching community.  We have all been patiently, and impatiently at times, been waiting for the day to come when we can share this new product.  In one more week, I know that there will be love in the air.  Not only for that special someone in our lives, but for the new Beachbody Shakeology.  Tell someone that you love them with the new Tropical Strawberry flavor of the Healthiest Meal of the Day!

There are so many meal replacement drinks out there that it is hard to figure out what to buy these days.  One great source to get the facts on what you are eating is foodfacts.com.  I looked up the meal replacement drink Shakeology which I sell as a Beachbody coach.  The Shakelology nutrition facts get a rating of 97% positive.  That is a great testimonial to Shakeology, Beachbody and my business.  I’m very proud of the Shakeology nutrition facts that we proudly display on every bag.  The results that I get, and the stories of people who use this great drink, only add to the credibility of our shake.

Let’s take a look at what the foodfacts rating says, and really delve into the Shakelogy nutrition facts from this independent auditor.  First, when testing the Shakeology nutrition facts, they tested it for gluten.  Gluten is found in grains and about 0.5% to 1.0%  of people are allergic to it.  According to Foodfacts, “After extensive testing, Shakeologyhas been found to be gluten free.  As such, Shakeology

The Shakeology nutrition facts are within all 70+ ingredients.

should be an appropriate snack or meal for people suffering from gluten allergies or Celiac disease”.  Many health food stores really promote gluten free foods, and the testing of the Shakeology nutrition facts shows the first great thing about our meal replacement drink.

The next positive thing about Shakeology is all the vitamins and minerals that it has.  There are 23 different vitamins and minerals listed on the site as being in each glass. These nutrients come from over 70 different ingredients from around the world.  All of which are whole foods.  Another positive in the Shakeology nutrition facts is that it is only 140 calories and still carries 17 grams of protein, 17 grams of carbohydrates and only 1 gram of fat.  All good news for those of us who are looking to get healthy and eat right.

So what did Foodfacts find that was negative about Shakeology?  Well, not much.  They found one ingredient, (Algae Blue Green) that they considered controversial.  Their reasoning is that it is not considered a medicine or a good source of nutrients, and that it is easily contaminated.  Well, the good new about the Shakeology nutrition facts is that Beachbody does not claim that our drink is a medicine, and the company is also known for only using only the highest quality products.  When you consider that there are over 70 ingredients in Shakeology, this one ingredient is negligible.  The only other negative that Foodfacts could find is that the product contains added sugars.  This sounds bad, but once again the Shakeology nutrition facts come to the rescue.  The sweeteners in Shakeology come from non-GMO fructose and stevia.  So, what about the fructose, isn’t that bad?  Well, the fructose in Shakeology comes from beets and is very low on the glycemic index.  These Shakeology nutrition facts really should be a positive in my opinion.

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One of the main Shakeology nutrition facts that Foodfacts didn’t mention is that that there are no refined sugars, and that is why 9 grams of sugars appears to be high.  This is deceiving when you consider that Shakeology rates an extremely low 24 on the glycemic index.  Compare this with an apple which rates 38.

The Shakeology nutrition facts speak for themselves.  A rating of 97 from Foodfacts and a little research will convince you that Shakeology is extremely healthy.  That is why so many people swear by it and drink it daily with incredible results.

What is the most important thing to help new Beachbody coaches become successful?  Carl Daikeler, the CEO of Beachbody took a few minutes to explain the most important aspects of the coaching opportunity and becoming successful.  He says that there are two major factors that Beachbody coaches need to consider when getting started.  First, what is your, “why”, and second is to, “Check your attitude”.  What great advice if you really understand what Carl is trying to say.

What does Carl Daikeler mean when he says, “have a ‘why’ “, and why is it important, especially for new Beachbody Coaches?  Having a “why” comes from Napoleon Hillwho went out and spent his life interviewing and studying the most successful men in the world.  He

Successful Beachbody coaches have a huge Why.

found that you have to have a “burning desire” if you want to succeed.  Carl makes a great point that new Beachbody coaches need to understand.  That is that helping people is not your, “why”.  Wanting to help others is a great thing.  I want to help others, and it is an important part of my life.  However, if you study what Dr. Hill writes, he teaches about definiteness of purpose.  This means that you, as a new Beachbody coach have to have a specific and measurable goal.  For example, you might say I am going to be a Diamond coach in 90 days earning $2000 per month and I am willing to stop watching T.V. until I reach my goal.  This goal has a specific amount of money, a specific level to reach, a time limit to reach those goals and what you are personally willing to sacrifice to reach your goal.

New Beachbody coaches also need to have a personal, “why”.  Maybe you want to pay off your bills, or buy a new home.  Possibly you want to send your kids to college.  It is important to know exactly what you will need to pay for these things, the time frame it must be completed in and what you are willing to do to accomplish them.  In order to reach these goals you must have a burning desire according to Napoleon Hill.  For example, if you decide you want to buy a home in a safer neighborhood, put a picture of the home you want and think about it all the time.  As new Beachbody coaches, it is easy to quit this business because it only costs $39.95 to start, according to Daikeler.  However, will you quite on a safer home for your family?  I doubt it.  That, my friend, is a burning desire!

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New Beachbody coaches are also taught how to, “check your attitude”.  Learning to control your thinking is vital as Beachbody coaches at any level, and in life.  Positive thinking takes work and we must develop these skills.  Have you ever noticed those people who always seem to have things go right for them, while others tend to have problems all the time?  ” The difference between the winners and losers is how you handle rejection” says Daikeler.  Beachbody coaches have to train themselves through self development tools to think positively.  If you are not willing to develop yourself, then you are probably not going to succeed at this business, so don’t waste your time or money.  On the other hand, if you’re ready to become one of the successful Beachbody coaches who is willing to make the sacrifice we are here to help you.  Beachbody’s slogan, “Decide, Commit, Succeed”, says it all.  Carl explains it this way.  Decide on your “why”, commit to your “why” and you will have no choice except to succeed.

Many Beachbody coaches have made the decision to do these things.  If they can do it then you can do it too.  So, find your “why” and go for it!

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Daren Olien is the man who travels around the world following his passion to find the most effective superfoods on the planet.  He is also the man who has found most of the beneficial ingredients the the Beachbody Shakeology that is becoming the backbone of the Beachbody business.  Recently, Daren and his Beachbody Shakeology were featured in an article in Businessweek written by Peter Heller entitled, “The Adventures of Superfood Man.”

To begin, I am a Beachbody coach and I drink and sell Shakeology.  I’m very pleased with Heller’s Beachbody Shakeology article for the most part, but feel that he missed an opportunity to discuss the results that people have with this meal replacement drink.  Here’s the basics on Mr. Heller’s article.

His premise is that there is very little science to prove that the foods that make up the Beachbody Shakeologyreally work.  Heller describes how Olien has traveled to Peru, Indonesia, Costa Rica, Bhutan and China to find all kinds of fruits, nuts and grains.  A superfood according to Olien is, “a natural food regarded as especially beneficial because of its nutrient profile or its health-protecting

Beachbody Shakeology has all the best Superfoods from around the world.

qualities.”  We know many of these foods like Blueberries and pomegranate.  However, there have been others from around the world that people have been eating for generations that many of us have never heard of such as sacha inchi.

Beachbody Shakeology has sold over $100 annually.  While dietary supplements in other multilevel marketing companies have declined by about 1% in 2010, Shakeology has increased by 100% per year.  This has all been done with the only advertising being word of mouth and the Beachbody Shakeology now makes up 20% of Beachbody’s annual business.

So, let’s get to the science.  What is a meal replacement drink? There have been many protein shakes developed to help lose weight since the 1970′s.  Since the Beachbody Shakology slogan is “The Healthiest Meal of the day,” is it really a meal replacement shake?  Let’s compare.  Ensure has 250 calories and 9 grams of protein while Beachbody Shakeology has 150 calories and 18 grams of protein.  That may not be very many calories, but they are packed with nutrients.  The fact is that there is a very fine line between meal replacements and sports nutrition drinks.  Bill Wheeler, Beachbody’s Chief Science Officer has been a staff nutritionist for both Presidents Carter and Reagan.  He also has worked with many professional sports teams.  He states that there are all kinds of studies on all the ingredients in the Beachbody Shakeology, and that Beachbody is currently conducting a clinical trial with 100 people that is double-blind at a university medical school.  I have a feeling that Dr. Wheeler is confident of the results.  But how, is the question that Heller asks. I love Dr. Wheeler’s response, “make a WAG. A wild ass guess.”  This is how Olien and Wheeler work.  They go to an area where superfood grows and they learn all about it from the experts in that area.  Next, they look at the science of the food, including studies, historical data etc.  They put all the information together and make the decision of how this food will fit into Beachbody Shakeology.  Dr. Wheeler describes how a British naval surgeon said that eating one lime each day prevented scurvy.  It was 70 years before people realized that it was vitamin C that saved thousands of sailors lives.  “Sometimes you can’t wait for the science,” says Wheeler.

Heller then has some professional nutritionists weigh in on Beachbody Shakeology.  Basically, they all say something like, the ingredients look good but we don’t know without more tests.  One researcher explains it this way.  Beachbody Shakeology has a compelling story.  The fact is that thousands of people who use this product have the results to prove that it works.  As for me, I drink 2 glasses of Shakeology per day.  One for Breakfast with berries in it, and one before I work out.  If I don’t drink my Beachbody Shakeology, my body can feel it.  So as for me, I’m convinced that Beachbody Shakeology is the “Healthiest Meal of the Day.”

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