Insanity vs Insanity the Asylum: What's the Difference?

"Insanity is your practice. Asylum is your game." ~Shaun T

This man is a beast, and his Insanity workouts are no joke!! So what's the difference between Insanity and Insanity the Asylum? That quote from Shaun T is dead on. Insanity, which is very intense cardio with strength moves and sports drills, prepares you for Insanity the Asylum.

 Insanity does not require any equipment, so it's a great workout to take with you when you travel. When you order the Asylum, this is what you will receive in your order:

In addition to the DVDs, you will receive a jump rope and an agility ladder. You will also need hand weights and/or bands. For many people, they like Insanity since they don't need any additional equipment. But you will receive the majority of the necessary equipment with your Asylum order, so don't let equipment be a turn off for you.

I do my workouts in one of our spare bedrooms that does not have a high ceiling, and also has a ceiling fan. So I simulate jump roping insteade of actually using the jump rope in that room. I will eventually move the Asylum workout to the garage, but I'm making it work with what I have for now. And so can you!

Do Insanity first, then move on to the Asylum. You will be a BEAST, just like Shaun T when you're done. You can order both workouts at www.beachbodycoach.com/cfdshark.

Nutrition is also an important part of these programs, and Shakeology will give your diet an enormous boost of nutrients. Check it out at www.myshakeology.com/cfdshark.

Click on the link below to watch Shaun T in an Insanity the Asylum preview:

http://youtu.be/mZe2Xkt_bak

The Best Revenge is Massive Success

How does revenge relate to weight loss, health, and fitness? It's simple: negative people (and we all have them in our lives) want you to fail. Your failure helps them deal with their own failures. It's the old "if I can't do it, then no one else should be able to do it either." Do not let these people get you down! And don't give them the satisfaction of an argument! Don't feed the facebook trolls that always try to start an argument or get a rise out of you!

Everyday that you work on yourself, you have succeeded. Let your success speak for itself. You don't have to defend yourself to ANYONE! SHOW the world (and yourself) how great you are! It's a beautiful day and I'm going to walk several miles on the beach today. Do something great today! :)

http://youtu.be/V6xLYt265ZM

P90x2 -- USMC Sgt Cogen--A Wounded Warrior Recovers

Semper Fi, Devil Dog!! Here's another one of P90x2's inspiring cast members, Sgt Cogen N. Watch his incredible story, and how P90x and P90x2 changed the life of this Wounded Warrior!

http://youtu.be/Dg0XXuEcfFU

P90x and P90x2 -- What's the difference??

Here's a great video of P90x / P90x2 creator and trainer Tony Horton explaining the difference between these two awesome workouts. As someone who continues to do both of these workouts, I highly recommend that you do P90x first, then follow with P90x2. You can also do hybrid workouts after you have completed both programs. Click on the link below to hear what Tony has to say! I also included an additonal link so you can see some of the P90x2 moves. If you're interested in these workouts, please visit my website to order! www.beachbodycoach.com/cfdshark  :)

Tony explains the difference between P90x and P90x2

P90x2 Preview

P90x2 -- Meet Castmember Barbie

Yes, her name is Barbie. Chillax!! What I love about the Beachbody videos is that they all feature real customers and real Beachbody Coaches who have had amazing results. Here's a great profile of Barbie who appears in P90x2 Core Synergistics video. Click on the youtube link below Barbie's pic and check her out! Interested in P90x2? You can purchase it thru my website: www.beachbodycoach.com/cfdshark! :)

http://youtu.be/nfGXSzgYQjY

A little inspiration from a top Beachbody Coach

So for the last couple of days, I've been busy wrapping up 2 projects for my PhD classes. Ugh, writer's block! But I wanted to share an amazing video with you, featuring one of Beachbody's top coaches. If you're interested in becoming a coach, please visit my site, www.beachbodycoach.com/cfdshark. This is such a wonderful company to be part of. My full time job has become mundane and frustrating. It's never easy to work in an environment with lots of negative, uninspired people, This is the exact opposite of Beachbody!! Ok, I'm back to my classwork now. Enjoy the video and decide if Beachbody is right for you. What is better than helping people get fit and healthy, plus ending the trend of obesity in the US? Click on the link below the pics to watch the video!  TGIF, folks! :)

http://youtu.be/oFC1A_M3qqs

Jack Lalanne's Old School Sample Meal Plan

As you've probably noticed, I'm a big fan of Jack Lalanne, the Father of Fitness! Check out his sample meal plan from waaaay back when. Click on Jack's Sample Meal Plan below the pic! His plan still holds true today (remember, he lived to be 97!). Keep in mind that meat back then was not like today, chock full of hormones and the way those poor animals are treated at those factory farms! But that's for another post another day. :) Enjoy and thanks Jack, for all your wisdom, which we still use today. I'll bet Jack would've included Shakeology on this menu if he were around today! :) www.myshakeology.com/cfdshark

Jack's Sample Meal Plan