Bridalplasty. If you've heard of it, you have something to say about it. If you haven't, let me give you a quick overview: Brides in a reality show competition fighting for various surgical procedures in order to look 'hot' for their wedding day. See? Now you have something to say, don't you? But why? Why do you (or anyone) have such strong opinions about what adults do to their own bodies?
I've had plastic surgery. And I am incredibly grateful I did! And to be quite honest, I would do it again. In fact I know a particular procedure I plan to have in the future. Does this change your opinion of me?
Weight, body image, fashion...all of these affect how we view ourselves as well as how others view us! And many others will use this information as an excuse or a crutch. How many times ave you heard (or said yourself) "It shouldn't matter what other people's standards are; this is my body, and I like curves" or something of the like...but what that statement really meant was "I'm overweight and I want you to be okay with that so you don't judge me". Harsh? Maybe it is, but the truth is, being overweight is NOT about how a person looks or how attractive they are; it is about health, and there are MEDICAL standards that relate to health that DO matter. Obesity is costing the American taxpayer $350 BILLION per year. Let me say that again. Obesity costs the American taxpayer $350 BILLION every year. This goes far beyond complacency and acceptance. You can love the person and not their actions! But what else can we do?
You know that saying, if you aren't part of the solution, you are part of the problem? I think that applies here! What are YOU doing to help solve the obesity epidemic in the U.S.? Maybe you are working out and eating right in order to loose weight. Way to go! That's part of the solution! Perhaps you are working out and eating right in order to maintain your weight. Way to go! That too is part of the solution! By taking action you are not only changing your life, but you are affecting the lives of those around you, whether you intend to or not, by acting as an example. Your children, your family, your friends, your coworkers, your neighbors....all of the people you come in to contact with each and every day are seeing what you are doing, and whether you know it or not, you are inspiring SOMEONE to take their health into their own hands!
Now, think about all the weight you have lost or will loose. Will your body 'look' the way you want it to, or will there be excess skin, stretch marks, etc., that will act as painful reminders, or even as roadblocks because even after loosing all the weight, your body doesn't 'look' the way you had hoped! So who are we to judge those that choose to surgically alter their bodies? It's definitely a case of walking a mile in someone else's shoes.
I challenge you to think about your day to day life. Are you taking action to improve your health, or are your actions, your CHOICES, contributing to the $350 billion bill the U.S. tallies each year? Rather than judging those who are utilizing their own skills and finances to have elective plastic surgery, we should be more concerned about our own personal choices. Start with small choices in your physical activity or eating habits. Maybe Bridalplasty isn't your thing...too extreme...but healthy eating and exercise? THAT is for everyone! And if you need help getting started, staying accountable or breaking through a rut, let me know! I commit to work with the willing and to end the epidemic of obesity in America!
Much love, Rockstars! Until next time,
Keep rockin'!
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
One Life, One Chance
I just got off the phone with my sister. We had a sad conversation about a woman we know who is the mother of 5 kids and has recently been diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer. She has Lung Cancer and Bone Cancer. You know those stories that just hit you like a ton of bricks? For me, this is that kind of story.
My sister went on to tell me that this woman, despite being very ill and feeling awful from both intense chemotherapy and the illness itself, has done nothing but devote every waking moment to attending all of her children's extra-curricular events. In that moment I thought, "What would I do? What would I really do if I knew my days with my children and family were numbered?" It's a sobering question, but one that immediately made me list in my mind what my priorities are and what really matters to me. My son has a football party that we are attending today; I had been looking at it as something on my to-do list. In that moment I felt instead, "Wow. What a blessing that I am able to actively participate in my son's life, and I am healthy enough to truly enjoy this precious moment with him!" I constantly preach (and practice) being grateful for everything we have, but somehow this story made me feel a deeper sense of gratitude for those things I list in my mind each day.
So what is it that I am truly grateful for? And do my priorities and actions reflect that? My children are such a blessing and precious gift in my life; I am grateful every day to be their mommy; their hugs and kisses feed my soul and strengthen my intention. Do my priorities reflect my children--do my actions? Yes and no. I have designed my work schedule around their life and their needs, which I think most every mom can attest is not always easily done. I have also taught and instructed my children about WHY I do the work I do; if you ask my sons the purpose of my job, they have a very clear answer and that is very important to me. On the other hand, do I always fully engage during our time together? I've been working on this and I'm getting better, but I'll be honest, there are times that the boys and I are together and I am checked out! If I could keep in my mind the feeling that I had when I thought of the cancer suffering mother, I think these 'checked out' moments would lessen greatly. Something I will continue to work on.
I am also incredibly grateful for Bill. Much of what I have in my life would not have been possible without Bill, and I am grateful for the love and support he has given me in order to make these things possible. But moreover, I am grateful for his partnership; time spent with him is priceless to me. Does my life reflect that? Again, I've built my work schedule around his (thank goodness I have a career that allows me to do this!), but do I make the most of our time together? Maybe we should ask Bill. ;) For the most part, I think so; perhaps it's easier to be "checked in" with an adult than with a child--I'm not sure why this scenario is easier for me. But do I do something each and every day to show Bill how grateful I am? I think I could do better!
There other things and people I am grateful for of course, but number one is my family: Bill and the boys. But going back to how this thought process started...the mom with stage 4 cancer...I know her body doesn't feel good. And the ONE thing I am grateful for even above my children and my partner is MY HEALTH. If I don't feel good, if I'm sick, if I'm suffering, if I'm tired, nothing else matters. I am completely unable to focus on anyone or anything but myself when I don't feel well! Not 100% anyway. Now, don't quit reading here. This isn't preacher time where you end up walking away feeling guilty for all the unhealthy choices you've made...not at all! But my goal, my mission, my calling if you will, is really and truly to help make fitness and nutrition easy and accessible for others so that they can focus on their priorities and express gratitude for the wonderful things in their lives! And what's cool is that what I do repeats itself! When I help someone change their life, their significant other, kids and friends see that change and now they can pay it forward! It is truly a beautiful thing to watch people's lives change and become abundant...and I am so incredibly grateful for that.
You've heard this message before and you've heard it in many different ways, but it's an important message worth repeating. If you don't take care of yourself, it is IMPOSSIBLE to take care of anyone else! Make yourself a priority! Do at least one healthy activity a day. Eat at least one healthy food each day. Read at least 15 minutes of a personal development book every day. Show those people in your life how important they are to you by giving them the best YOU you can be! What a wonderful way to express your gratitude for the LIFE you've been given. The heart-breaking reminder I got from my sister today hit me. I've got one life, one chance, and I don't know when it will end. I am grateful for the life I have, I work hard everyday to ensure my priorities and my actions reflect that, and I make myself and my health my number one priority. And I feel good about that.
My sister went on to tell me that this woman, despite being very ill and feeling awful from both intense chemotherapy and the illness itself, has done nothing but devote every waking moment to attending all of her children's extra-curricular events. In that moment I thought, "What would I do? What would I really do if I knew my days with my children and family were numbered?" It's a sobering question, but one that immediately made me list in my mind what my priorities are and what really matters to me. My son has a football party that we are attending today; I had been looking at it as something on my to-do list. In that moment I felt instead, "Wow. What a blessing that I am able to actively participate in my son's life, and I am healthy enough to truly enjoy this precious moment with him!" I constantly preach (and practice) being grateful for everything we have, but somehow this story made me feel a deeper sense of gratitude for those things I list in my mind each day.
So what is it that I am truly grateful for? And do my priorities and actions reflect that? My children are such a blessing and precious gift in my life; I am grateful every day to be their mommy; their hugs and kisses feed my soul and strengthen my intention. Do my priorities reflect my children--do my actions? Yes and no. I have designed my work schedule around their life and their needs, which I think most every mom can attest is not always easily done. I have also taught and instructed my children about WHY I do the work I do; if you ask my sons the purpose of my job, they have a very clear answer and that is very important to me. On the other hand, do I always fully engage during our time together? I've been working on this and I'm getting better, but I'll be honest, there are times that the boys and I are together and I am checked out! If I could keep in my mind the feeling that I had when I thought of the cancer suffering mother, I think these 'checked out' moments would lessen greatly. Something I will continue to work on.
I am also incredibly grateful for Bill. Much of what I have in my life would not have been possible without Bill, and I am grateful for the love and support he has given me in order to make these things possible. But moreover, I am grateful for his partnership; time spent with him is priceless to me. Does my life reflect that? Again, I've built my work schedule around his (thank goodness I have a career that allows me to do this!), but do I make the most of our time together? Maybe we should ask Bill. ;) For the most part, I think so; perhaps it's easier to be "checked in" with an adult than with a child--I'm not sure why this scenario is easier for me. But do I do something each and every day to show Bill how grateful I am? I think I could do better!
There other things and people I am grateful for of course, but number one is my family: Bill and the boys. But going back to how this thought process started...the mom with stage 4 cancer...I know her body doesn't feel good. And the ONE thing I am grateful for even above my children and my partner is MY HEALTH. If I don't feel good, if I'm sick, if I'm suffering, if I'm tired, nothing else matters. I am completely unable to focus on anyone or anything but myself when I don't feel well! Not 100% anyway. Now, don't quit reading here. This isn't preacher time where you end up walking away feeling guilty for all the unhealthy choices you've made...not at all! But my goal, my mission, my calling if you will, is really and truly to help make fitness and nutrition easy and accessible for others so that they can focus on their priorities and express gratitude for the wonderful things in their lives! And what's cool is that what I do repeats itself! When I help someone change their life, their significant other, kids and friends see that change and now they can pay it forward! It is truly a beautiful thing to watch people's lives change and become abundant...and I am so incredibly grateful for that.
You've heard this message before and you've heard it in many different ways, but it's an important message worth repeating. If you don't take care of yourself, it is IMPOSSIBLE to take care of anyone else! Make yourself a priority! Do at least one healthy activity a day. Eat at least one healthy food each day. Read at least 15 minutes of a personal development book every day. Show those people in your life how important they are to you by giving them the best YOU you can be! What a wonderful way to express your gratitude for the LIFE you've been given. The heart-breaking reminder I got from my sister today hit me. I've got one life, one chance, and I don't know when it will end. I am grateful for the life I have, I work hard everyday to ensure my priorities and my actions reflect that, and I make myself and my health my number one priority. And I feel good about that.
Monday, October 25, 2010
Amanda's Why
Hey Rockstars! (Yes, even if you aren't on my team yet, if you are reading this, YOU are a ROCKSTAR!!!) :)
First I have to say thank you to everyone who read my last blog, "My Transformation Story". Many of you left comments, sent me private messages, or found me and spoke to me face to face; I appreciate each and every one of you for that! I knew many of you would relate to some aspect of that story, which is why I had to share it!
Another more personal story was in my "Amanda's Why" video that was in the Spotlight a few weeks ago. (If you didn't watch it yet, go watch and see!!!) Tonight's blog is going to expand on my why, and what it means to all of you...
My mom is a big part of why I do what I do. She is an amazing woman and a fighter, but she has struggled with food addiction obesity since I was born. (You do the math). In retaliation (however subconscious) I, in turn, struggled with anorexia for several years. Luckily I recovered, and in doing so, became incredibly interested in how to be FIT and HEALTHY the right way. Fast forward to a year ago, when I was first presented with the opportunity to improve my daily nutrition with Shakeology, but also to help those I love to do so too. My mom, of course, was the first person I wanted to get onto Shakeology...if only it were that easy. In the past year I've built a solid business with over 40 coaches going strong (and growing daily), surrounded myself with people who are as driven to end the trend of obesity as I am. But my mom...that's another story.
I grew up fearing the worst for my mom, and any kid that has lived in a house with an unhealthy parent knows exactly what I'm talking about. I never, ever, ever want to put my children in that situation. They need to know that I put my health first FOR THEM, so that I can be the best possible mom I can be; and part of that is instilling a habitual lifestyle of healthy, nutritious food choices, activity over inactivity, and personal/spiritual growth. Beachbody is a part of all of that for me. In fact, my kids know that this very issue is so important to me that I want to help OTHER families do the same thing! I don't want other kids growing up thinking fast food is dinner, that school lunch is healthy and that playing video games for hours on end while eating potato chips is the cool thing to do! And I want other parents to understand that ACTIONS speak louder than WORDS. What you DO speaks so loudly, your children can't hear what you are SAYING!!! What did YOU eat for dinner? What have YOU done since your kids got home from school? It is the little things we do in our daily lives that create a LIFESTYLE. I challenge you: what kind of lifestyle are your actions creating for you and your children?
So some people may look at what I am doing (Beachbody IS an MLM) and say, "But you're just in this to make money and to sell stuff". 1) You're damn right I want to make money--don't you? 2) Every single dollar I make from "selling stuff" is a direct representation of someone purchasing a product that will GREATLY enhance their quality of life, and possibly that of their children's lives. Why should I feel bad about that? Every time you go to Wal-Mart, you BOUGHT something that made someone money. Do you buy Scentsy products? Avon? Mary Kay? Should those men and women feel guilty for making money by selling a product people willingly purchased? NO! And neither do I! And Beachbody products aren't just for fun! They are products that CHANGE LIVES. Period.
When coaches come to me, or customers, and say they are disgruntled with either the opportunity or the process, many of them tell me they feel like they lost their motivation. Carl Daikeler said this morning on our National Coach Call, "Let you HEART be your motivation". [insert the sound of my heart sinking to the floor] Every day when I wake up to teach a class or begin a Beachbody workday with emails, phone calls, or whatever, I know what my motivation is for doing it. The paycheck? Eh, the paycheck is great--there's no reason my work and my time should be on a volunteer basis! That's not it. My motivation is MY HEART. Ask Bill...I guarantee you he has heard me speak about each and every one of you. Yes, you heard me right. You. EVERY one of you; coach, customer, group ex. participant, friend on facebook, YOU. And why? Because my heart is in this business. I believe in Beachbody's products, and I believe in our MISSION to end the trend of obesity, and more than anything, I believe in YOU.
My mom just got sent back to the hospital for another health issue set off by her most recent surgery (I've lost count, but in the past ten years I think she's had more than 5 surgeries). Her food addiction still has her blinded...I haven't reached her yet. But that's ok, because if I can help anyone else out there--mom, dad, partner, friend--then that's awesome. I get to go to bed every night knowing I have done something to help at least one person out every day, and that I am impressing the importance of health onto my beautiful children along the way.
"The best work is done with the heart breaking, or overflowing" (Mignon McLaughlin)
Love, success, and health...
First I have to say thank you to everyone who read my last blog, "My Transformation Story". Many of you left comments, sent me private messages, or found me and spoke to me face to face; I appreciate each and every one of you for that! I knew many of you would relate to some aspect of that story, which is why I had to share it!
Another more personal story was in my "Amanda's Why" video that was in the Spotlight a few weeks ago. (If you didn't watch it yet, go watch and see!!!) Tonight's blog is going to expand on my why, and what it means to all of you...
My mom is a big part of why I do what I do. She is an amazing woman and a fighter, but she has struggled with food addiction obesity since I was born. (You do the math). In retaliation (however subconscious) I, in turn, struggled with anorexia for several years. Luckily I recovered, and in doing so, became incredibly interested in how to be FIT and HEALTHY the right way. Fast forward to a year ago, when I was first presented with the opportunity to improve my daily nutrition with Shakeology, but also to help those I love to do so too. My mom, of course, was the first person I wanted to get onto Shakeology...if only it were that easy. In the past year I've built a solid business with over 40 coaches going strong (and growing daily), surrounded myself with people who are as driven to end the trend of obesity as I am. But my mom...that's another story.
I grew up fearing the worst for my mom, and any kid that has lived in a house with an unhealthy parent knows exactly what I'm talking about. I never, ever, ever want to put my children in that situation. They need to know that I put my health first FOR THEM, so that I can be the best possible mom I can be; and part of that is instilling a habitual lifestyle of healthy, nutritious food choices, activity over inactivity, and personal/spiritual growth. Beachbody is a part of all of that for me. In fact, my kids know that this very issue is so important to me that I want to help OTHER families do the same thing! I don't want other kids growing up thinking fast food is dinner, that school lunch is healthy and that playing video games for hours on end while eating potato chips is the cool thing to do! And I want other parents to understand that ACTIONS speak louder than WORDS. What you DO speaks so loudly, your children can't hear what you are SAYING!!! What did YOU eat for dinner? What have YOU done since your kids got home from school? It is the little things we do in our daily lives that create a LIFESTYLE. I challenge you: what kind of lifestyle are your actions creating for you and your children?
So some people may look at what I am doing (Beachbody IS an MLM) and say, "But you're just in this to make money and to sell stuff". 1) You're damn right I want to make money--don't you? 2) Every single dollar I make from "selling stuff" is a direct representation of someone purchasing a product that will GREATLY enhance their quality of life, and possibly that of their children's lives. Why should I feel bad about that? Every time you go to Wal-Mart, you BOUGHT something that made someone money. Do you buy Scentsy products? Avon? Mary Kay? Should those men and women feel guilty for making money by selling a product people willingly purchased? NO! And neither do I! And Beachbody products aren't just for fun! They are products that CHANGE LIVES. Period.
When coaches come to me, or customers, and say they are disgruntled with either the opportunity or the process, many of them tell me they feel like they lost their motivation. Carl Daikeler said this morning on our National Coach Call, "Let you HEART be your motivation". [insert the sound of my heart sinking to the floor] Every day when I wake up to teach a class or begin a Beachbody workday with emails, phone calls, or whatever, I know what my motivation is for doing it. The paycheck? Eh, the paycheck is great--there's no reason my work and my time should be on a volunteer basis! That's not it. My motivation is MY HEART. Ask Bill...I guarantee you he has heard me speak about each and every one of you. Yes, you heard me right. You. EVERY one of you; coach, customer, group ex. participant, friend on facebook, YOU. And why? Because my heart is in this business. I believe in Beachbody's products, and I believe in our MISSION to end the trend of obesity, and more than anything, I believe in YOU.
My mom just got sent back to the hospital for another health issue set off by her most recent surgery (I've lost count, but in the past ten years I think she's had more than 5 surgeries). Her food addiction still has her blinded...I haven't reached her yet. But that's ok, because if I can help anyone else out there--mom, dad, partner, friend--then that's awesome. I get to go to bed every night knowing I have done something to help at least one person out every day, and that I am impressing the importance of health onto my beautiful children along the way.
"The best work is done with the heart breaking, or overflowing" (Mignon McLaughlin)
Love, success, and health...
Monday, September 20, 2010
Becoming a Diamond!
Hey Rockstars!
So many of you wonder why I push you to become a Diamond. What's the difference? Emerald is good--you get customers from the company and bonuses. How could Diamond be so much better? Let me tell you...IT IS! And here's why:
So many of you wonder why I push you to become a Diamond. What's the difference? Emerald is good--you get customers from the company and bonuses. How could Diamond be so much better? Let me tell you...IT IS! And here's why:
Melissa [my upline 4 Star Diamond] and I were talking about the upcoming Success Club Leadership Conference, which led me to blather on about how much my life (not just my business) has changed since becoming a Diamond. She asked me to share with all of you what I shared with her. So here's the deal.
As an Emerald, I was making my investment back every month. (I was earning enough to cover my personal use of Shakeology, and any business expenses I incurred). That's awesome...but will it keep you in the business? Maybe...if you really love Shakeology, sure it will. But I know we all want more...at least I did. So the day I became Emerald, I committed to 90 Days to Diamond. I followed the Game Plan. I invested time, I got in on the calls, I checked in with my accountability partner. I followed up with customers from the company. I got my daily exposures. I kept a TO DO LIST, as well as a list of names and dates--who I contacted and when. 90 days later, violia, DIAMOND! Did I see profit during that building process? Yes, but it was slow. And some weeks were painful. Did I deal with nay-sayers and the like? Sure! But I kept plugging along. The FIRST WEEK of being Diamond, my paycheck tripled. TRIPLED. I didn't do ANYTHING different that week...but my paycheck sure did. The next week, it doubled from the previous week. The third week, it grew by half again. YOWSERS! But I wasn't doing anything different than I was when I was working for Diamond...so what was the difference??? Lots of things!
1) I ooooooozed Beachbody confidence. I made it to the next level baby--try and stop me! :) I have an incredible team underneath me that has trusted me, taken a leap of faith with me...and now their leader is moving up...you think that's motivating to them??? Do you think maybe they all of the sudden 'get it' and now want it too? When I hit Diamond, my personally sponsored coaches TOOK OFF and they are working like crazy to pass me now. That's one huge part of it.
2) Via social media, 'people' know I'm a coach. Now they know I'm a 'successful' coach. It got their attention! All of these people that heard me yappin' away about Beachbody when I was working to get to Diamond came out of the woodwork to be my customers and coaches once I 'made it'. All of the sudden I became more credible and they felt safe enough to trust me and ask and purchase when and what they wouldn't before.
3) Of course my cycle bonuses are bigger. That's a no-brainer.
4) Everyone is motivated by money to a certain degree. My new paychecks are extremely rewarding and incredible incentive. It's a new game I play to see how much more my check is going to be each week than the week before! Sound selfish? Uh-uh. Cuz you know you want to make money too. For something. For someone. Remember your 'why'?
5) With more customers and more coaches, I see more and more lives change and more and more success stories. I see the REAL reason why we all BELIEVE in Beachbody with all our heart. Every day I am touched by the stories I hear and the lives I have helped change for the better. Even better than that paycheck...we change lives...EVERY day. And some other cool perks? Got a personal phone call from Craig Holiday. Got a personal phone call from Larry Zimberg. Got invited to the Success Club Leadership Conference where I get to hang with and learn from the TOP people in this company, and even better, I get to bring that knowledge back to MY team, who can pass it on to THEIR team...which is only going to improve our business. It's incredible. And I would do it over again a million times. Push through the 'no's, push through the negativity, tell the little voice in your head to go to a permanent time-out...cuz you got work to do. Diamond is where it's at. Don't stop til you get there. It is SO worth it.
That's really all I got for ya on "being" a Diamond...are the wheels turning yet? :DAs an Emerald, I was making my investment back every month. (I was earning enough to cover my personal use of Shakeology, and any business expenses I incurred). That's awesome...but will it keep you in the business? Maybe...if you really love Shakeology, sure it will. But I know we all want more...at least I did. So the day I became Emerald, I committed to 90 Days to Diamond. I followed the Game Plan. I invested time, I got in on the calls, I checked in with my accountability partner. I followed up with customers from the company. I got my daily exposures. I kept a TO DO LIST, as well as a list of names and dates--who I contacted and when. 90 days later, violia, DIAMOND! Did I see profit during that building process? Yes, but it was slow. And some weeks were painful. Did I deal with nay-sayers and the like? Sure! But I kept plugging along. The FIRST WEEK of being Diamond, my paycheck tripled. TRIPLED. I didn't do ANYTHING different that week...but my paycheck sure did. The next week, it doubled from the previous week. The third week, it grew by half again. YOWSERS! But I wasn't doing anything different than I was when I was working for Diamond...so what was the difference??? Lots of things!
1) I ooooooozed Beachbody confidence. I made it to the next level baby--try and stop me! :) I have an incredible team underneath me that has trusted me, taken a leap of faith with me...and now their leader is moving up...you think that's motivating to them??? Do you think maybe they all of the sudden 'get it' and now want it too? When I hit Diamond, my personally sponsored coaches TOOK OFF and they are working like crazy to pass me now. That's one huge part of it.
2) Via social media, 'people' know I'm a coach. Now they know I'm a 'successful' coach. It got their attention! All of these people that heard me yappin' away about Beachbody when I was working to get to Diamond came out of the woodwork to be my customers and coaches once I 'made it'. All of the sudden I became more credible and they felt safe enough to trust me and ask and purchase when and what they wouldn't before.
3) Of course my cycle bonuses are bigger. That's a no-brainer.
4) Everyone is motivated by money to a certain degree. My new paychecks are extremely rewarding and incredible incentive. It's a new game I play to see how much more my check is going to be each week than the week before! Sound selfish? Uh-uh. Cuz you know you want to make money too. For something. For someone. Remember your 'why'?
5) With more customers and more coaches, I see more and more lives change and more and more success stories. I see the REAL reason why we all BELIEVE in Beachbody with all our heart. Every day I am touched by the stories I hear and the lives I have helped change for the better. Even better than that paycheck...we change lives...EVERY day. And some other cool perks? Got a personal phone call from Craig Holiday. Got a personal phone call from Larry Zimberg. Got invited to the Success Club Leadership Conference where I get to hang with and learn from the TOP people in this company, and even better, I get to bring that knowledge back to MY team, who can pass it on to THEIR team...which is only going to improve our business. It's incredible. And I would do it over again a million times. Push through the 'no's, push through the negativity, tell the little voice in your head to go to a permanent time-out...cuz you got work to do. Diamond is where it's at. Don't stop til you get there. It is SO worth it.
P90X - The 11 Laws of Health & Fitness by Tony Horton
Hey Rockstars! I want to share with you today WHY P90X is the success that it is. In a nutshell, Tony Horton is ahh-mazing, and he totally 'gets it'. He has 11 Laws of Health & Fitness, and I absolutely have to share them with you...if this doesn't hit home with you, I don't know what will!!!
The 11 Laws of Health & Fitness by Tony Horton Law 1- The three C's: Be CREATIVE, stay CURIOUS, & live COMMITTED to a life of variety. Create variety in your workouts! Always up the ante and increase resistance. Law 2- Consistency a. Show up everyday. Do something! The more you do the better. Consistency is key you have to exercise at least 5-7 days days a week. b. Patience and persistence create discipline and success. c. Stick to your plan no matter what...FINISH! It doesn't have to be perfect; good days and bad days happen...just DO SOMETHING! "Do Your Best....And Forget The Rest!" Law 3- Intensity a. Find the line: **extra reps **add more weight and resistance **increase your range of motion as you get stronger **high reps, low-reps: what's right for you? b. The over/under **If you over train you won't see results because your body doesn't get a chance to repair. If you under train you won't get results! c. Put on the brakes **take a break in the middle if you have to **give yourself a break--its not about your ego **illness & injuries need a break (if your ankle's broken work the top, if your shoulders hurt work the bottom...if both are messed up work your middle!) Law 4-- Purpose! Find your reason why Tony's reason's for why he works out and cares about his health 1. Better health & vitality 2. Improved fitness over time 3. Quality of life your energy and enthusiasm 4. Right plan for the future--- less vulnerable to illnesses and injuries Other reasons why: 1. Community: spending time with like minded people & meeting new friends 2. Sports: Competition athleticism, improved balance & coordination & fun1 3. Looking better: self esteem & confidence 4. Mind-Body-Spirit--Fitness is a foundation of an abundant life! Law 5--Reality 1. Stop living in the past, the future or for other people 2. Know the difference between the truth and your fantasy version of your life. 3. Accept who you are right now and keep moving forward...ROCK WHAT YOU GOT! 4. Don't let your ego ruin your life. 5. Stop lying to yourself. Reality pt. II 1. Choose workouts that target your strengths and weaknesses 2. Know your body "ectomorph", "endomorph", or "mesomorph" 3. Grow fit & get healthy gracefully Law 6--Sports create: 1. Balance 2. Coordination 3. Stamina 4. Agility 5. Endurance 6. Skill 7. Competition 8. Community/Friendships 9. Family Unity Law 7--Plan "Plan it you'll do it, wing it & you won't!" The rules: 1. Schedule all the workouts 30 days in advance! 2. Write it down! 3. Get a calendar put it somewhere you will see it everyday! 4. Stay accountable w/workout partners! Law 8--Stress n' Sleep ARE linked! **stressed out & sleep deprived people don't eat right or exercise You need a minimum of 7-8 hours of sleep every night. When you don't you crave sugar, fat, salt, & caffeine. Stress depletes energy, decreases strength, and leads to injuries. Combat stress by: --Turn off the drama in your life! You're not in junior high anymore!! --Choose wisdom and forgiveness over anger and blame. --Focus on the solution, not the problem! --Write your issues down and go to bed; don't stay up thinking about it! Sleep=Healing "Recharge & Replenish" 1. Restores the power of the body mind & spirit 2. Improves immunity function 3. 7-8 hours essential for mental & emotional balance Law 9-- LOVE it Be Creative Follow the fun Hybrid programs & workouts to keep it interesting and keep boredom and plateau at bay Law 10--Flexibility Yoga & stretching is the glue! --Helps improve strength & conditioning --Do some kind of yoga or stretching as often as you can get it in Law 11--You are what you eat! 1. If you eat crap, you will feel like crap. Period! 2. Food is energy that feeds the mind, body, spirit 3. Prevents fatigue, improves sleep quality & relieves stress 4. Slows aging Keep eating bad i.e., Fatty, sugary, salty foods here's what you can expect: **heart disease **high blood pressure **hypertension **type II diabetes **arthritis **parkinson's disease **cancers of the breast, prostate, liver, colon, esophagus, and kidneys Think about the future!!! The last 20 years of your life are going to be hell if you don't start taking better care of your health and fitness! Okay friends...You can't say it any better than Tony just did. Like it? Want more of Tony? Get with your Beachbody coach and order you some P90X! Take the first step and start working towards a happier, healthier YOU! |
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