A firefighter's wife and mommy to a 6 year old and 4 dogs. In my free time I like to help inspire others to change their lives both physically and financially.
Pre-order your copy of P90X2 starting September 1st at http://www.coachcandy.com/ and get 2 FREE workouts and free shipping!
If you're a Tony Horton fan or a P90X fan, then you'll be looking forward to the release of P90X2. It's available for pre-order from a Beachbody Coach, like me, starting September 1 and best of all when you order it through me you'll receive two free workouts as well as free shipping.
Are you ready to "Bring It" some more? How does this differ from P90X? P90X is based on muscle confusion while P90X2 is based on P.A.P. (Post Activation Potention) Training.
What makes P90X2 unique and different from other workouts?
As with other Team Beachbody products you will receive a Nutrition Guide that contains vegan, vegeterian, and gluten-free options and a schedule to accompany the workouts and to help you achieve your goals.
An additional option offered with this new program is that it will also be available on Blu-Ray. Below are the workouts that are included (additional equipment may be needed).
When making the decision to purchase, there are three options available: Base, Deluxe, and Ultimate.
This past weekend I decided to do something that would take my totally outside of my comfort zone.While it was a hard decision to make and execute, I’m so glad that I did it.In my quest to become a better me and to help others, I decided a good method to accomplish my goal was to become certified to teach a fitness class.I’m excited to state that I attended and completed PiYo training.
You’re thinking:What is PiYo?PiYo is all about strength training and core conditioning to increase core strength, flexibility, and stability.It is a hybrid, athletic workout combining the mind/body practices of yoga and Pilates, as well as the principles of sports stretch, strength training, conditioning and dynamic movement.It does not involve chanting, meditating, or spirituality.When performed on a regular basis, it helps to increase strength, flexibility, and balance, while offering a way to reduce stress reduction and improves the overall fitness level of the individual.PiYo is strength fusion.And let me tell you:THIS WORKOUT IS NO JOKE!
PiYo was created by Chalene Johnson and is distributed by Powder Blue Productions. To complete the training, I traveled to Charlotte, NC. The magnificent Meredith (Roy) Campbell was the Instructor.Upon arrival, I got to meet her in person which was like meeting a celebrity since she’s in the Turbo Fire workouts.
At the beginning of class I was given a PiYo Training Manual, DVD/CD of one of the latest PiYo lessons, and lesson notes to use while teaching.All of these items will help develop and bring out the instructor inside of me!Hmm…definitely with more confidence and practice on my part.We had a good balance of discussion and hands-on experience throughout the training.The morning session ended with a lesson workshop (the lesson on the DVD we were given).Even though the room was slightly chilly at this time, I was soaked and left plenty of sweat on my sticky mat.In fact, I was still sore two days later.I used muscles I didn’t even know I had.
After lunch, the discussion continued mainly focusing on form, technique, and teaching skills.In small groups we completed a brief demonstration, and then it was test time.The test consists of a practical exam and a written test.I don’t find out my results for a few weeks but I’m confident with how I performed; even if I need improvement.One item that was pointed out early in the day is that I have bad posture.I hunch my shoulders forward.Guess I should have listened to my mom all those years.At least I know that is one thing that I need to focus on while practicing.
This being my first time attending a training of this type, I didn’t know what to expect.The day played out different than I thought but I got so much out of it.I’m thankful that I had the opportunity to attend and learn from one of the best.Would I do it again?Heck yeah!Off to practice I go…next training, Turbo Kick!
My name is Candy and I’m a Shakeology addict!I admit it.While I was hesitant about drinking a meal replacement shake (based on previous experience), I have become a lover of Shakeology:Chocolate and Greenberry.I drink it on a daily basis.It’s my go-to breakfast choice during the workweek.When I send samples, I always provide a variety of recipes to allow someone to choose the best recipe for his/her taste.Shakeology is good without any additional ingredients but it’s even better with a piece of fruit or peanut butter added to it.Since I enjoy it so much, I wanted to share my five favorite recipes with everyone.Yes, the cat is out of the bag!
How many times have you caught yourself asking this question?Are you guilty of asking this question to your friend, spouse, or significant other?I know I’ve asked my husband this once in awhile.Since he knows that there’s no right or wrong answer to the question, he’ll either roll his eyes and say nothing or make a witty comment such as, ‘Why are you blaming the jeans?’Thanks for the reassurance Babe!One would think that I would know better by now then to ask him but I still do in hopes that one day I’ll get the response I was hoping for.Heck, when I ask my daughter she gives me a better answer than he does and the good thing about her answers is that I know she’s being honest.
When I do ask him he often rolls his eyes or refuses to justify my question with a response because to him it’s an absurd question that brings him into a no-win situation.Whether you ask yourself or someone else, you’re asking the question for a reason.And in all honesty, if I’m asking the question it’s because I already feel that way and I just want some reassurance one way or the other.I just want someone else’s opinion for crying out loud.Deep down I keep asking with the hope that one day he’ll tell me what I want to hear:that I look great!I’ve even toyed with the idea of making flash cards with appropriate responses for him to give.That way he can give a mixture of “safe” answers!
Here are some examples I came up with for the prewritten responses:
·You look great!Stop worrying.
·Don’t be silly.That looks good on you!
·That shirt makes your (insert body part) look (insert compliment).
·It looks good but I like how you look in (insert item) better.
·You’re beautiful in anything that you wear!
In reality, I know he is giving me the reassurance that I seek but in his own way and it is not always in verbal form.I’ll catch him smiling or staring at me and occasionally he’ll give me a pat on the bottom.These gestures give me some peace of mind. I just wish that when I ask him a question he’d give me an honest answer.Truly, that is the reason I’m asking him; not to start an argument.Promise!
When I look in the mirror I see things different than what everyone else may see. Rather than focusing on the whole package I concentrate on specific parts; those I’m not happy with.
Since I’ve began my journey to a better me, I’ve become more confident and comfortable in my own skin but I’m still not happy with everything I see in the mirror.I can’t pinpoint why I’m so hard on myself, but I guess it’s a way that I hold myself accountable.If I’m not living up to my own expectations, then how can I meet the expectations of someone else?It would be nice for someone to meet mine one day.
Perhaps, I’ll make those cards after all.I may even include example questions to match with the response; that way it’s always a “safe” answer!
