The End of ExerCIZE Is HERE!

Forget treadmills, squats, burpees, and barbells. Get ready to dance your way to fit in just 4 weeks. This isn't your typical "dance-lite" workout. You'll challenge yourself to learn professional dance choreography, step-by-step, move-by-move. At the end of each course, you'll be able to bust out a full dance routine to songs from the CIZE playlist!

Everyone can dance.

Shaun T has designed this workout program so you can have FUN! You can make the workout as easy (or as hard) as you want to get the results you are looking for. There is no equipment required. Just dance away your worries - AND calories! 

If you are not a dancer - DON'T WORRY! I am not either! Every step is broken down step-by-step. Each step will be built on top of each other until you are able to rock the entire sequence! You will be ready to "Cize It Up" before you know it! 

Challenge Pack (save $70) or Workout DVDs  

Here is a preview of CIZE: 

If you are ready to dance the calories away and have fun while losing weight  - join me! August 3rd I will be starting my official Cize Test Group. For more information on the test group drop me an email and I will get you added to my group. Deadline to order for the August 3rd group is July 29th. Space is limited! 

*All Challenge Pack orders will come with an extra bonus gift from me* 

Insanity: Max 30 is HERE!

The wait is OVER! For all the Insanity fans "Insaniacs" out there - Insanity: Max 30 is HERE!

Save $95 on the Challenge Pack for a limited time! 

30 MINUTES. INSANE RESULTS.

The Shakeology and INSANITY MAX:30 Challenge Pack can help you get shredded abs, crazy glutes, and ridiculous arms—in just 30 minutes a day. It includes a full month's worth of Shakeology plus Shaun T's newest fitness program that includes 150+ new cardio and Tabata-style strength moves that require zero equipment—just sheer determination. Every workout is a brand-new challenge. But if you commit to MAXING OUT your effort—and your nutrition with Shakeology—you can get maximum results.

Your Challenge Pack Includes:

A 30-DAY SUPPLY OF SHAKEOLOGY—The Healthiest Meal of the Day®.*

You could spend more than $700 on supplements just to re-create all the healthy ingredients in one bag of Shakeology. But for only about $4 a serving, you can treat your body to the delicious daily superfood protein shake that helps give you energy for your workouts, reduces junk-food cravings, and may help you reach your fitness goals faster. A nutrient-dense combination of antioxidants, phytonutrients, adaptogens, and many other rare ingredients gives your body nutrients you can't get from a normal diet. 100% vegan option now available.‡

10 WORKOUTS

Cardio Challenge. 30 minutes of the hardest cardio sequences you've ever tried. Welcome to INSANITY MAX:30.

Tabata Power. Your muscles will beg for mercy as your strength training starts with Tabata-style "20 seconds on, 10 seconds off" power moves.

Sweat Intervals. Get ready for 30 minutes of screaming, sweating, calorie-scorching madness.

Tabata Strength. Shaun T takes it up a notch in this NO REST, Tabata-style strength workout. You heard right . . . 30 minutes, no rest.

Friday Fight: Round 1. It's a battle between your body and your mind as you fight for time in this MAX OUT challenge. And this is just Round 1.

MAX OUT Cardio. This may be the craziest cardio workout you've ever tried. Just wait till you get to the first Power Move. What minute are you Maxing Out at now?

MAX OUT Power. The intervals are longer in this "45 seconds on, 15 seconds off" Tabata-style plyometric power madness.

MAX OUT Sweat. The more minutes you make it through, the more you sweat and the more calories you burn. Now you know the meaning of "twice the sweat in half the time."

MAX OUT Strength. Your arms, shoulders, chest, and core will be toast after this upper-body-focused, "45 seconds on, 15 seconds off" Tabata-style routine.

Friday Fight: Round 2. The new "hardest workout ever." Every move is a minute in this ultimate challenge between your body and your mind. Who's going to win?

WITH TOOLS FOR SUCCESS

Nutrition to the MAX Guide. It doesn't get any easier than this. No complicated diets or strict meal plans here. Just how to eat what you love and still get crazy-good results.

Max Out Guide. This book is short and sweet. But it tells you everything you need to know to get maximum results with INSANITY MAX:30.

Max Out Wall Calendar and Max Out Tracker. The entire fat-blasting, muscle-shaping program is laid out for you. Find out which workout to do each day and how to keep pushing your Max Out times for maximum results.

No Time to Cook Guide. No time? No more excuses! We've covered everything about eating on-the-go in this guide. From fine dining to fast food to the frozen food aisle, you'll know exactly what to eat to fuel your body and stay on track every time.

AND 3 FREE GIFTS!

Pulse. Shaun T's version of a recovery workout, this is a low-impact combo of stretching and small "pulsing" movements that'll definitely make you feel the burn.

Ab Attack:10. This 10-minute routine will feel like an attack on your abs, but you'll love the rock-hard results.

24/7 Online Support. Stay focused on your goals with FREE support around the clock plus exclusive access to fitness experts and other people just like you.

A FREE 30-DAY TRIAL MEMBERSHIP in the Team Beachbody Club.**†

When you're part of the Team Beachbody community, you have all the tools, support, and accountability you need to commit to a healthy lifestyle, including:

• 10% discount on all purchases
• Meal plans personalized for your goals
• VIP access to your favorite trainers and Beachbody® experts, including live chats, exclusive videos, nutrition tips, and delicious recipes
• Your own personal Coach for guidance and support
• Message Boards and chat rooms to help you find new friends and workout partners, and get advice and support from the entire community

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
We're so sure you'll love this Challenge Pack, we're giving you our 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied, simply call Customer Service to return it within 30 days for a refund of the purchase price (less any s&h).

To order: click HERE and log into your Team Beachbody Account - click "December Promotions"

The first 3 people to order the Challenge Pack will receive a FREE gift from me and I will add everyone who purchases to an exclusive online support group so we can MAX OUT together! 

Questions? EMAIL ME

Shakeology Myths Debunked!

#1 MISCONCEPTION: Shakeology is a protein shake.

Meaning just a shake that provides extra protein. I can’t blame the general public for thinking this since “protein shake” has become nearly an interchangeable term for ANY shake. But, all shakes are not created equal—especially ones that contain superfoods.Shakeology is a very nutrient-dense shake that can be used for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You’d have to eat a whole lot of fruits and vegetables to equal the nutrition in a single glass of Shakeology—and you probably couldn’t do it for less than 170 calories. Shakeology makes it very easy to cut your calories without substantially cutting down your daily volume of nutrients needed. Truth be told, the majority of people are WAY MORE nutrient deficient, than they are protein deficient. So why just stop at a protein shake?

 #2 MISCONCEPTION: Shakeology is about comparing carbs, proteins, and fats to other shakes.

This is not at all what you should be comparing when you look at other shakes versus Shakeology. Sure, other shakes have 0 grams of sugar. But how do you think those shakes achieve that? Hint, it’s not natural. Yes, that’s right, they are probably using ARTIFICIAL sweeteners to get to 0 grams of sugar. Even fruit has sugar in it. A shake with 0 grams of sugar is using ARTIFICIAL sweeteners. Shakeology has NO artificial sweeteners, NO artificial colors, NO soy, NO artificial stimulants, and NO artificial flavors. One of its main sweeteners is Stevia, which is plant-based.

#3 MISCONCEPTION: Shakeology is just a bunch of extracts, with no whole-food ingredients.

That’s not true. Whenever it’s possible and sustainable for the formula, the superfoods in Shakeology are preserved in their whole-food state to retain maximum nutrient value. It’s a very difficult process to use whole, plant-based ingredients so that the formula retains as much nutritional value as possible, but Shakeology has a whole team of scientists whose mission is to maximize the nutrition in every ingredient in Shakeology. Imagine trying to juice all those superfoods! Shakeology is way less expensive and a huge time-saver.

#4 MISCONCEPTION: Shakeology is expensive.

To anyone who feels this product is expensive I know that I have not done my diligence in breaking down its REAL VALUE. Most people will agree that they would spend an average of $3 to $7 on a HEALTHY nutritious meal. I know most store-bought salads cost even more than that, and don’t contain nearly the dense concentration of nutrients. But on average, I think we can all agree healthy meals run between $3 and $7. Shakeology, at $4.33 per shake, comes in on the LOW END of average. (You can make Shakeology into a breakfast or lunch that you’d be buying anyway.) Not only are you spending less than you normally would, you’re also getting vital nutrients your body needs, that you just can’t get from your run-of-the-mill salad, plus the normal range of vitamins and minerals. So you can replace your VITAMINS, too. Sure, you may need a specific vitamin, based on your conditions, geography, or age—but in general, Shakeology will provide you with a solid base of your whole-food nutrients.

When was the last time you went to your grocery store and bought THIRTY meals all at once? Typically, I’m guessing, you buy a few days’ worth each time. When you buy a bulk bag of Shakeology, you are buying 30 of your shakes up-front. That means you’ll spend less money at the grocery store. Because of the grocery savings, I actually deduct my monthly Shakeology from my grocery budget. For the price, I cannot duplicate its vast quality of ingredients and nutrients.

#5 MISCONCEPTION: Shakeology is only for weight loss.

Most shakes are marketed this way. But here’s the thing. Anything will induce weight loss if it’s low enough in calories. Just because you are drinking a shake, does not mean the fat will melt off. Actually, if you are not getting enough nutrients and calories you will actually inhibit your weight-loss efforts. Shakeology is about HEALTH. When you put the RIGHT nutrients in your body that it needs to develop, heal, recover, repair, and thrive, you may ultimately have MORE energy, LESS cravings, and FEEL better therefore you eat less and become more active. With Shakeology, weight loss becomes a BY-PRODUCT of dense nutrition.

To make my point, when was the last time you dieted and cut calories only to feel tired, grouchy, and had a ton of cravings? That is because you may have been nutrient deficient. What if you’re at your goal weight, or need to GAIN weight? Because Shakeology is about DENSE NUTRITION you can use it as your base and add clean calories to make it 300 calories or more. Not everyone needs to lose weight, but everyone needs to be healthier. Shakeology isn’t MAGIC. It’s just clean dense nutrition made SUPER easy for everyone at a very affordable price. It’s my family’s “fast food” on the counter. Yes, my family goes through 4–5 bags a MONTH because even though we all have different weight and caloric needs, we all share the same NUTRITIONAL needs. Shakeology isn’t a weight-loss shake—it’s a nutrition shake.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Credit: Seay Stanford 

My (Weight) Loss Is Your Gain!

 

My journey started back in 2010 when my husband saw the P90X infomercial. We decided together that we needed to do something. We had both started packing on the pounds after our wedding and were feeling tired and just didn't have energy anymore. Little did I know that purchase was going to change my life forever...

I spent a good majority of my teens and early 20s in a deep depression. Looking back now it makes me really sad to think of all of the time I wasted and the hurt I put my family and friend through. I will never get that time back. Luckily for me I have mended those relationships and completely changed my entire life. 

A few weeks after starting P90X and Shakeology something started to shift.  I noticed that I was losing weight and was having more good days than bad ones. I was introduced to the coaching opportunity not long after and decided to share my story. P90X was the reason for the changes on the outside but the inner shift that was happening was all due to the Team Beachbody Coaching Network - my new "family" and friends. They always tell you that you are the sum of the 5 closest people to you and I have to agree. You can't be hanging around negative people all of the time and expect to live a positive life. I was introduced to the concept of personal development - a concept that has been one of the main factors in me winning the battle over my depression. P90X for me isn't just a workout program. Shakeology for me isn't just another run of the mill protein or weight loss shake. Coaching for me is not just another MLM or what some people like to refer to as a "pyramid scheme". Coaching is a way of life. Coaching is a way for me to get my story out there - let other people know that they aren't alone. When I decided to take that plunge and sign up as a coach (and maybe I should say take that baby step because honestly a "plunge" or life change should cost a lot more than a $39.95 sign up fee) I instantly gained one of the biggest support groups ever. These people are my friends, my "family" and my biggest supporters. 

Since I feel like I owe so much to this "job" and what it has given me I have decided to pay it forward. One of my lucky clients will be the proud owner of the new P90X3 when it debuts in December. P90X changed my life and now I am paying it forward. 

Now you may be asking yourself what you have to do to get your name in the hat... This contest isn't just for anyone. I do not want to gift this program to someone just to let it collect dust on the shelf. I want to know that the person who receives it is committed and willing to put in the work to change their lifestyle. So, are you committed and ready to take on the challenge? If so, send me an email at KarenPickardFitness@gmail.com for all the details. Limited time offer. Contest ends on Oct 31st, 2013. 

** Looking for a program to do in the meantime before the big release? This month only P90X and P90X2 Challenge Packs are on sale. You will get the program, a 30 day supply of Shakeology, a 30 day trial club membership, free shipping and me as your free coach to personally help you through the program to ensure you reach your goals. You can order your challenge pack HERE  Not sure which workout program would be best for you? Send me an email and we can chat and figure out which one would best fit your personality and lifestyle. 

Let's start working on your "after" today! 

New and Improved Chocolate Shakeology!

I am a huge Shakeology fan and Chocolate has always been my favorite flavor. This past summer a new "Superfood Formula" came out that had added Superfoods, less sugar and more fiber. At first taste I was a little disappointed. It was not near as sweet as what I was used to and it had a little bit of an aftertaste I hadn't noticed in the previous formula. It still was by far better than anything else on the market I had tried - and I would take a little less sweetness over artificial ingredients any day of the week! I am happy to say that after asking customers and coaches and receiving TONS of feedback - even a testing panel was involved - a NEW and IMPROVED Superfood formula is now available! I have tasted this new formula and it is a lot better! It reminds me a lot of the original formula I loved and craved!

So what is so special about this new Superfood formula? Our team focused its improvements around five key sensory aspects: Aroma, taste (especially aftertaste), sweetness, chocolaty-ness, and texture. How did we do that? Two key ways: 1) We adjusted the protein blend to improve the texture/grittiness (still the same amount of protein) and 2) We created a more harmonious chocolate flavor that reduces aftertaste, accentuates the chocolate aroma, and allows the chocolaty-ness of the natural cacao to shine. All of this was done without compromising the new superfoods that were added and keeping the formula with less sugar and more fiber.

This new formula will be available starting 12/21. It still has the 30 day money back guarantee. I have been drinking Shakeology for a few years now and stand by it 100%.

I am also running a special for anyone who wants to try the new and improved formula. Starting tomorrow 12/21 and ending 12/31 - if you purchase Shakeology on Home Direct (free shipping, 2 free workouts and no obligation - cancel anytime) you will receive an extra gift from me. Shakeology can help you reach those goals by getting your nutrition on the right track.

You can order Shakeology here

Questions? Need to contact me to let me know you are going to take advantage of the end of the year sale and get your free gift? E-mail me at bbcoachkaren@yahoo.com.

Does Your Body Need a "Reset"?

Do you ever wish your body came with a "reset" button? From the overly processed food to the abundance of toxins in the air - our bodies take a beating on a regular basis. The Ultimate Reset is a 21 day detox system that will reset your body back to factory settings.

Are you curious about the Ultimate Reset? From personal experience I can tell you the results from this program are AMAZING!! People doing the program are sleeping better, feeling better and seeing drops in their cholesterol. Personally, in the 21 days I lost 13.5 lbs and got to quit taking my acid reflux medicine! This was HUGE for me. I was having to take a pill every night!

The best thing about this system is that it is not some crazy, harsh program that is going to keep you parked outside the nearest bathroom. It is a gentle system detox using supplements and clean foods. Oh yeah.. the foods! These recipes are to die for! Even after I finished the program I kept many of the recipes in my regular rotation. I learned where my weaknesses were (mindless snacking) and learned to cook some foods I had never tried. Who knew I would come out of it loving kale, coconut collard greens and beets?!?

If you want more information on the Ultimate Reset - success stories, how it was made, what it is about - then I highly recommend you check out the Ultimate Reset channel on YouTube.  If you have any questions about the program I would love to answer them for you!

The holidays can be a really rough time for people. The average person gains 6-8 lbs! I will be starting an Ultimate Reset Challenge Group for the new year. Joining this group will give you the extra support you need to reach your goals! New Year's is just around the corner and this would be a great system to start the year with.

To make things even sweeter I have a deal for you guys. Between now and Dec 16th the Ultimate Reset is $30 off! For every HD Ultimate Reset pack purchased I will throw in an extra $25 (either via PayPal or a gift card). Refer some friends who want to join you and the rewards get even sweeter. I want each one of you to experience what an amazing program this is. Truly life changing!

To purchase the Ultimate Reset click HERE

Questions? Email me at bbcoachkaren@yahoo.com

Need a pre-workout boost?

We have all been there.. it is time to get our workout in and we are dragging and just can't seem to muster up the energy to get started. Sometimes it is the cold weather outside or the warm nest we have made in our beds that makes us just want to skip it all together. Sometimes we just need a little pre-workout boost...

Now I was never one to try any pre-workout formula because I have a sensitivity to the caffeine and other ingredients in them that made me feel like my heart was going to burst out of my chest. I also did not want to be left feeling groggy afterwards. Beachbody then came out with a supplement called "Energy and Endurance". I figured I would give it a try since it didn't seem to have any ingredients in it that would cause any issues for me. 

I was pleasantly surprised by this product. Not only did it give me that little extra burst of energy I needed but I didn't have to plug my nose and chug it down like some other ones I had tried. I found myself pushing harder during my workout - trying to always get that "one more rep" in. I was also glad that it wasn't full of artificial ingredients like a lot of other pre-workout drinks on the market. 

So what exactly is Energy and Endurance Formula and what is in it? Here are the highlights:

•  It is a powerful pre-workout supplement scientifically formulated to improve your energy, endurance, strength, and focus, helping you maximize every minute of your workout. 

What are the benefits of E&E Formula?

E&E Energy and Endurance formula can help you:  

•  Burn more calories and fat to get ripped faster.

• Maximize muscle performance to build muscle faster. 

What's in E&E Energy and Endurance?  

• Our E&E Energy and Endurance formula contains ingredients chosen specifically to support your body's performance needs, including nitric oxide boosters, essential B vitamins, electrolytes, and natural energizers.   

How does E&E Energy and Endurance differ from other pre-workout formulas?  

• E&E Energy and Endurance contains no artificial flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives. Our formula contains no high-risk or untested ingredients.  

When should I take E&E Energy and Endurance?  

• This pre-workout supplement should be consumed 15 to 30 minutes before your scheduled workout. Use on workout days only. 

If you have any questions about this product or would like to try it, you can send me an email at bbcoachkaren@yahoo.com or order here 

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Top Reasons Why You Should Pick A Beachbody Challenge Pack

Thousands of people are satisfied by making the best life choice by managing their health and fitness with Beachbody. Beachbody offers programs that help people to stay in the best of health and in top shape.

Challenge Packs are a “whole deal” if you want to change your life completely. If you had been searching about the Beachbody Challenge you may have the slight understanding of the ultimate success formula: “Fitness + Nutrition = Success”. However to understand the benefits of all these things combined together in a wholesome pack, read on below and know why the Beachbody challenge is something that will benefit you.

Why Beachbody Challenge Pack Is A Must For Your Health?

These all in one-health solutions will meet your fitness goals without sacrificing your health.
Here are some of the reasons, which solve the above stated question; Why Beachbody Challenge is necessary for you? Let us have a look:

Reason Number 1: The Price:

The best thing about ordering the Beachbody challenge pack is the price difference. If you are ordering the workouts alone and getting Shakeology home direct separately purchasing the challenge pack can help you save more. In addition, you will get proper guidance and support for keeping your goals in line and manage your routine accordingly when you join the Beachbody Challenge Group.
Plus, besides everything, you get the great 30 day money back guarantee through which you can return your challenge pack, if you find it unsatisfactory. So there is nothing to lose.

Reason Number 2: The Choice:

The Beachbody Challenge Packs include a variety of workout programs -from the easiest exercises to the most intense Beachbody workouts. The packs also come with the top nutritional supplement on the market - Shakeology - to help get your nutrition on track. You will also get support and guidance from a Coach to help you throughout your program. Choose according to your fitness level, whether you want to get a beginner workout, want something really challenging or just want to cleanse your system- you make the choice!

Reason Number 3: Club Membership:

With the challenge pack purchase, you get to join Beachbody with 30-day trial membership and you automatically become a member of the club. This is an amazing deal as it is absolutely free of any original costs associated with joining the Beachbody Team.

Reason Number 4: Cash Prizes

By ordering the Beachbody challenge pack, you also get a change of winning up to $100,000 and other daily and monthly prices. Join any Beachbody Challenge group with your challenge pack, track your progress and share your success story to win the prizes.

Get Your Beachbody Today!

Beachbody Challenge packs are second to none.
The great workouts programs in the packs have helped people to mend the body while the nutrition supplements have put an end to a poor lifestyles. The internet is filled with “success stories” and transformation images of people using Beachbody products.
 
To order yours go HERE

Reasons You Are Not Losing Weight

I get a lot of messages from people wanting to know why they aren't losing weight when they are working out and eating right. I can say a good percentage of those messages come from people who "think" they are eating right when really their nutrition is way out of control. One of the first things I tell people to do is to keep a food journal for a few days - write down EVERY SINGLE thing you put in your mouth - send it back to me and we will discuss it and see where things can be changed up. Some people don't even do that much.. they just give up and I never hear from them again. For those people who are SERIOUS about making some changes - it works. We get so caught up with work, taking care of the kids, running errands and doing a million other things we don't realize sometimes that we are snacking here and there, stealing food off our kids plates or eating while we are cooking. When I did the Ultimate Reset I found out I was one of those people who liked to eat while they cooked. As I cut up vegetables and fruits I would be constantly snacking. On the Reset I wasn't allowed to eat while I was prepping my food. It was a hard habit for me to break but I was so glad that it was brought to my attention because there is no telling how many extra calories I was taking in with that one small habit.

Don't forget...

All of that brings me to this. I found a great article that breaks down 25 reasons why you may not being losing weight. I am going to bullet point them here. If you want to see the entire article click here. 

1. You overeat healthy foods
2. You don't eat breakfast
3. You don't practice portion control
4. You eat while standing up
5. You don't sleep enough
6. You over-indulge in low fat foods
7. You don't eat enough vegetables
8. You think walking your dog is enough
9. You don't cut your food
10. You still drink soda
11. Your partner isn't on the same healthy road
12. You are addicted to condiments and toppings
13. You don't drink water
14. You don't leave time for fun
15. You are on a diet.. well, sort of..
16. You are always dining out
17. You don't keep a food journal
18. You exercise with an empty stomach
19. You only do cardio
20. You eat without thinking
21. You wear clothes that are too big
22. You don't eat enough
23. You leave out entire food groups
24. You never indulge
25. You eat the wrong post-workout snacks

Now I can tell you I am guilty of more than one of these from time to time.. nobody is perfect! Check out the article here  for more information on each of the 25 reasons and what you can do to change it. Thanks to fitsugar.com for such a great informative article!