P90X3 is here!!

It's out! X3 is officially here!  I'm so excited, can you tell?  One of the first programs I ever did was P90X and I LOVED it!  I wish I still had my pics, because I saw some AMAZING results!  In fact, I loved the results I got so much that I would try to do another round over and over again, but each time I tried I would quit just as fast.  Want to know why?  The workouts were soooo long!  I just never could commit to that much workout time - I have waaay too much going on in my life. 

Sound familiar??

Well guess what?  X3 is only 30 minutes a day!  Just like T25, you really can't argue your way out of that one in the mornings, right?

 

Here are the most common questions people have about P90X3:

 

What is muscle acceleration?

In P90X the focus was all about muscle confusion, which introduced a variety of workouts to keep the body from plateauing.  P90X2 is about muscle integration, which engages all of your muscles with every move to keep the body balanced.  Now with P90X3, we have muscle acceleration.  Studies have shown that the most dramatic changes in the body occur in the first 30 minutes of exercise. X3 is designed to maximize your time and keep every muscle challenged for a full 30 minutes without over-training any specific body part. Accelerated results - less time! 

Do I need to do P90X and X2 first?
No!  This is not a graduate program - anyone can do it.  There are also modifications, so no matter what your fitness level is, you can totally do this program! :)

What equipment do I need?
Exercise bands will be all you need, and of course - your own bodyweight!  If you have a pull-up bar, medicine/stability balls, or a yoga mat, it will make your workouts more enjoyable, but as Tony Horton says, not necessary.

What should I expect from the workouts?
There are 16 different workouts in the base kit.  The workouts range from yoga and pilates, to weights and mixed martial arts.  Each workout is 30 minutes long, but they will push you hard.  As Tony says, "You don't get off easy, you just get to finish faster!"

How do I get it?
X3 will be released on my site, from there you have a couple of options.  There will be an introductory price of $180 vs $205 for the Challenge Pack, which includes the 90 day workout program, the nutrition guide, program manual, schedule, 30 day supply of Shakeology, free 30 day club membership, free shipping, and a discounted price when you get the package.  Or you can buy the program on it's own at $119.

Also, if X3 is purchased through me as your coach any time between December 10 - 31, you will receive an exclusive P90X3 baseball cap!

Go HERE and create your free account.  Hurry - these will sell out fast!

Join my Exclusive P90X3 test group! 
I am only accepting a select number of individuals who would like to get my support, motivation and accountability to start and finish this program. The point is to get in the best shape of your life in 90 days!!! I will walk you through every single step of the program using the nutrition guide, the workouts and the 24/7 support of me as your coach in a private closed group. I will teach you how to meal plan, prep, and set yourself up for success! This group will begin on January 6, 2014, with pre-season starting December 30, 2013 and will run for 90 days. Just in time for your New Year's resolution!!! Start the new year in the very best shape of your life.

Feel free to contact me anytime! 
coachbethclark@outlook.com
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Black Friday Promotions!!

Get ready for our BIG Beachbody holiday sale starting  TODAY Wednesday, November 27th - Monday, December 2!

 

Many of your favorite Beachbody products will be marked down. But things sell out fast so make sure you sign up for your FREE account here: www.teambeachbody.com/bethclark

Check Out Exclusive Deals Just For You

1. Purchase a Challenge Pack & RECEIVE a $20 Beachbody Giftcard

A Challenge Pack comes with everything you need to blast that holiday weight gain off. It comes with a workout of your choice, my favorite meal replacement – Shakeology, and a full nutrition plan and meal planner.

Once your order is processed, you will receive the TeamBeachbody Giftcard within 30 days of your purchase. PLUS you will have full access to my next challenge group! Daily tips, motivation, meal plans, and so much more. You can't get that at a gym!!!
Not to mention, for each challenge pack sold, Beachbody is donating $20 to Feeding America! How cool is that?  We've already donated over 2 million meals as a company!
Simply log in HERE and shop challenge packs for this awesome offer!

OR

2. There are three ways that Beachbody is helping you ring in the season! Give yourself the gift of health, beauty OR/AND an amazing workout. How????? With deals 30-68% off on some of your all time favorites!

Want to check out these deals??? Simple! Log into www.teambeachbody.com/bethclark or create an account and shop to your heart's desire.

I love Beachbody's Black Friday sale soooo much! This is how I got my TurboFire program last year. I bougt it at the Black Friday prices, and stuck it under the Christmas tree. I could hardly wait to just dig in and look through all the manuals and videos - it was hard. :)
I waited until after New Year's to start it, but this year I totally have my eye on The Asylum - it's only 30 days, so maybe I will start it early and be in shape FOR Christmas instead of putting it off until AFTER. Good plan, right?

These prices are so good! Hip Hop Abs Dance Party Series - $10! Seriously?? These would make EXCELLENT Christmas gifts! Who doesn't love to dance? I have these programs and they are so much fun!

There are also great deals on supplements, accessories and Derm Exclusive products.
If you are not a CLUB member or a coach - you will get the RETAIL price - which is still an AMAZING deal, right??

I look forward to helping you achieve you health and fitness goals! If you aren't signed up for a FREE account with me as your coach, please click below and we can get started today on achieving your goals. Why wait until the new year when you can get these awesome deals TODAY!

 

 

If you have questions the best way to get them answered is to email me~  coachbethclark@outlook.com and I will respond ASAP!

The absolute BEST way to get in contact with me is to friend request me at https://www.facebook.com/beth.m.clark.7 and send me a message! I always respond there first!

Fit Tip Tuesday - All Calories Are Not Created Equal

 

We've all heard the 'calories in - calories out' rule, right?  A lot of people think that as long as they are not going over their calories, they can eat whatever they want.  That might work okay at first, but when you don't get enough nutrients that your body needs, you will end up bingeing because your body is hungry.  Trust me - totally tried that.  You also get a TON more food when you choose healthier options, seriously.  Check this out:

 

If you were to simply count calories of foods on the shelf & compare that to the calories of clean meals, you could pick foods with the exact same numbers, but if you eat those foods versus the clean meals, you will arrive at completely different results.

 

There are more factors involved than a simple calorie deficit.  When you focus only on calories, you will end up with a lot of empty foods.  Many low calorie/fat foods have been stripped of any remaining nutrients and are filled with artificial nutrients, flavors and colors instead.

 

Even though you have lowered your calories, your body may not be able to realize that it's body fat you want to lose so the weight you lose may instead come from whatever source it can find, like healthy tissues and muscle.

 

So if you are wanting to lose fat, reshape your body or increase your athletic performance, you need to treat your body like the high-tech MACHINE that it is. 

 

Remember to choose QUALITY over QUANTITY.

 

What kinds of foods should I eat?

 

Make sure you choose good sources of protein like skinless, white meat poultry (chicken/turkey), egg whites, fish/tuna, lean beef and ground turkey.  If you need extra help getting your protein in, protein powder is also a great source.  

 

Complex carbohydrates like brown rice, sweet potatoes, oatmeal, and whole grains. (Read labels)

 



Fruits are a great choice and lots and lots of veggies!  I don't think anyone has ever gained weight by eating too much broccoli, right?  :)



Insane for the Holidays - Support Group

Well Halloween is over - Thanksgiving is 4 weeks away - how are your health and fitness goals coming along?  Are you on a sugar overload from all the candy and junk you ate over the weekend?  I know that I never want to SEE another piece of candy again...EVER! Ugh! 

Did you spend the weekend looking like this??

I am happy to say I am back to drinking my lemon water and eating clean!! :)  I already feel so much better!  I went on a nice walk this morning too, before my kids left for school.  Tonight I will hit the weights. :)

Remember my Insane for the Holidays challenge group??  Well, we are a little over 30 days into the challenge and I am happy to say everyone is doing really great!  It has been hard to get up and get our workouts in when it is dark and the weather is getting colder.  But guess what??  They are doing it anyway!  I am so proud of my challengers for being honest about their struggles and helping to keep the group motivated.  I think it has helped me so much with my accountability & it's a great place to ask advice and share experiences. 

Anyone is welcome to join - and if you are looking for a little extra help getting through the holiday season, we would love to have you join this group!  

 

Just click here: https://www.facebook.com/beth.m.clark.7?ref=name#!/groups/410018609110106/ to join.  We still have 2 more months!

If you have any questions or need any advice - PLEASE feel free to contact me!
coachbethclark@outlook.com
https://www.facebook.com/beth.m.clark.7?ref=name#!/BodyRemodel

Insane for the Holidays - Accountability Journal

Okay, so I have not been so good at posting every day...I will try to do better in the future. :)

I did work out 4 days this week, the other 2 totally got away from me.  Note to self:  Make sure you get your workout in first thing in the morning, or you might not ever do it.  (Sigh)

Recap for the week -

Day 3:  P90X Shoulders & Arms

 

I really love this workout!  Well, I just really love shoulder and arm day in general.... the glamour muscles!! :)
It's a little hard for me to get into the groove with P90X, when I've been used to doing Body Beast.  They are so different!  The X goes a lot faster it seems like, and it's a little hard to decide what weight to use.  The exercises go like this - shoulders, biceps, triceps - and then you repeat the same thing one more time.  Some of the people are doing 15 reps, some are doing only 8 with heavier weights.  I feel a little rushed sometimes and then the music just ends... so I guess I need to go faster.  I just didn't feel like I totally worked my muscles to fatigue like I did with Body Beast. 

I'm thinking next time I will go really heavy and try to do only 10 reps.  Really slow and really heavy.  I feel the high rep thing doesn't work very well for me - I NEED to be sore the next day!! haha :)


Day 4:  Insanity Plyometric Cardio

Totally skipped this.  Dang!  I was super busy all day with hair appointments, grocery shopping, and football games.  However, NO EXCUSES next time - I will make sure to get up earlier. :)


Day 5:  Body Beast Build: Legs

 

Oooooh I love/hate leg day!  I think Body Beast has much better leg workouts than P90X.  The main difference is that P90X uses a lot of body weight exercises.  Which is totally fine, but if you have ever looked at before & afters of P90X, the results are more upper body and abs.  Sorry, just my opinion, don't hate me. :)

 

Body Beast has tons of squats, lunges and those killer step-ups - all with heavy weights!  My legs are literally shaking when I finish this workout.  When I did my first round of the Beast, I noticed my legs changing first - LOVE that!  

I also like that at the end of every Body Beast workout, you get a little abs too.  Bonus!


Week Review:

Well, I am still trying to get back into my groove.  I hate when I just totally stop working out, because my diet goes down the tubes, and then it is way hard to get back into good habits.  I usually start out great the first half of the week, then my husband has Thursdays off work, so it feels like a weekend to me.  Friday I can usually get it back together, but then it really IS the weekend - and I eat like crap!  Yep, I totally just admitted that.  It's hard - I'm not perfect.  I don't know that I ever will be, I'm just hoping to get into more of an 80/20 balance, you know? 

It's a process, I WILL get there!  I am already doing so much better than I have in the past.  I'm stronger, I know what works and what doesn't for my body, and I have all the tools I need to reach my goals.  I just need to be strong, committed, and not throw in the towel when I mess up a little. 

If you are going through the same things I am, and would like some support in your journey - I would love for you to join me!  We can help and motivate eachother!  I absolutely LOVE to see people reach their goals and find the happiness and energy that comes with getting healthier!

Feel free to contact me anytime!
coachbethclark@outlook.com
https://www.facebook.com/beth.m.clark.7?ref=name#!/BodyRemodel

Insane for the Holidays - Accountability Journal

Day 2:  Insanity Pure Cardio

Man, oh man - I love this workout!  I know most people HATE it, it's really hard!  I think why I like it so much is because you never repeat the exercises.  Which is good, because if there is something I don't like very much... I can do it and move on, thank you! haha :)

I love how super sweaty I get with Insanity, too! I am literally DRIPPING - I know...gross.  But hey, we're talking WORKING OUT here, not going to the Oscars. 

I was soooo sore from yesterday's workout - my entire upper body hurts so good!  I also never realized how effective pushups are for your core muscles.  Every time I laugh today I can definitely feel how sore my abs are.  OUCH! 

My diet was a little better today, still not back in the groove with eating every few hours, but my choices are a lot better.  Still didn't drink my gallon of water. grrrr :(

I'm going to be taking some new 'before' pics tomorrow along with my weight and measurements to help keep me on track. 

Have a great day everyone! :)

Insane for the Holidays - Accountability Journal

Okay, for those of you who don't know - I started an Insane for the Holidays Facebook group to keep everyone motivated over the upcoming holidays. 

- click here to join -

I have to admit....so far, I have not been doing so well.  My workouts are okay, but I have been skipping here and there.  I have been having some trouble with my energy levels, motivation and the fact that it's been soooo hard to lose weight, no matter what I do.  Well, the other day I had some blood tests done and sure enough, my thyroid is underactive.  So hopefully with some medication, I will start to feel a little better and be able to get back to my old self. 

Anyway, I decided I needed a little extra motivation.  I am going to blog about my workouts during this holiday season, so I can be more accountable and maybe even help someone who has trouble sticking to their goals over the winter like I do.

 

My workout schedule I came up with is going to be really fun!!  It's a hybrid of P90X, Insanity, TurboFire, Body Beast, and T25.  Kind of an I-love-all-these-programs-I-can't-decide hybrid.  Crazy, right?  I KNOW I can't get bored with that! haha :)

 

Here is my month 1 schedule:

 

Week 1

Monday:        P90X Chest & Back

Tuesday:       ARX, Insanity Pure Cardio

Wednesday:  P90X Shoulders & Arms

Thursday:     ARX, Insanity Plyometric Cardio

Friday:          Body Beast Build: Legs

Saturday:      ARX, TurboFire Fire 30

Sunday:         Yoga or REST

 

Week 2

Monday:         P90X Chest & Back

Tuesday:        ARX, Insanity Pure Cardio

Wednesday:   P90X Shoulders & Arms

Thursday:      ARX, Insanity Plyometric Cardio

Friday:           Body Beast Build: Legs

Saturday:       ARX, TurboFire Fire 30

Sunday:          Yoga or REST

 

Week 3

Monday:          P90X Chest & Back

Tuesday:         ARX, Insanity Pure Cardio

Wednesday:    P90X Shoulders & Arms

Thursday:       ARX, Insanity Plyometric Cardio

Friday:            Body Beast Build: Legs

Saturday:        ARX, Turbo Fire Fire 30

Sunday:           Yoga or REST

 

Week 4 - Recovery Week

Monday:           Yoga

Tuesday:           Insanity Cardio Recovery

Wednesday:      P90X Core Synergistics

Thursday:         Yoga

Friday:               Insanity Core Cardio & Balance

Saturday:           P90X Core Synergistics

Sunday:              REST

 



Month 2 schedule - this month I add in doubles:

Week 5
Monday:           T25 Speed 1.0 (am),  P90X Chest/Should/Tris (pm)
Tuesday:           ARX, Insanity Max Interval Plyo
Wednesday:      TurboFire HIIT 15 (am),  P90X Back/Bi (pm)
Thursday:         ARX, Insanity Max Cardio
Friday:              T25 Speed 2.0 (am),  Body Beast Bulk: Legs (pm)
Saturday:          ARX, Insanity Max Interval Circuit
Sunday:             Yoga or REST

Week 6
Monday:            T25 Cardio (am),  P90X Chest/Should/Tris (pm)
Tuesday:            ARX, Insanity Max Interval Plyo
Wednesday:       TurboFire Fire 45 (am),  P90X Back/Bi (pm)
Thursday:          ARX, Insanity Max Cardio
Friday:               T25 Core Cardio (am),  Body Beast Bulk: Legs (pm)
Saturday:           ARX, Insanity Max Interval Circuit
Sunday:              Yoga or REST
 
Week 7
Monday:             T25 Speed 1.0 (am),  P90X Chest/Should/Tris (pm)
Tuesday:             ARX, Insanity Max Interval Plyo
Wednesday:        TurboFire Fire 30 (am),  P90X Back/Bi (pm)
Thursday:           ARX, Insanity Max Cardio
Friday:                T25 Speed 2.0 (am),  Body Beast Bulk: Legs (pm)
Saturday:            ARX, Insanity Max Interval Circuit
Sunday:               Yoga or REST
 
Week 8 - Recovery Week
Monday:              Yoga
Tuesday:              Insanity Cardio Recovery
Wednesday:         P90X Core Synergistics
Thursday:            Yoga
Friday:                 Insanity Core Cardio & Balance
Saturday:             P90X Core Synergistics
Sunday:                REST

Notes:   ARX is the P90X Ab Ripper X,  and the Yoga is Tony Horton's One on One - Fountain of Youth.  It's basically the same as the P90X yoga only shorter! :)

This schedule finishes the week of Thanksgiving - not sure how that's gonna go. haha  Then, I will decide what to do during Decamber.  I am planning on getting P90X3 for Christmas!!  So excited! :)

 

Okay, now for my Journal.....

Day 1:  P90X Chest & Back

I haven't done the X in a loooong time.  Years even.  So it was kind of fun to have something new again.  I will admit I did ALL the pushups on my knees, except for the incline pushups, but my arms barely moved on those, so it was more like incline PLANK! haha

 

I still cannot do those darn dive bombers!!  I basically just did downward dog to plank over and over.  I also use the black bands for all my pull ups - Still a great workout I must say!

 

My diet was not the best, and I didn't even count my calories... must do better tomorrow!  Drank 1/2 gallon of water.... need to do better on that, too.

 

Well, that's pretty much it for today.  If you have any questions about any of the Beachbody programs, the hybrid I'm doing, or if you want to join the group - please feel free to contact me.  I would love to hear from you.

 

coachbethclark@outlook.com

https://www.facebook.com/beth.m.clark.7?ref=name#!/BodyRemodel