New Year 90 Day Challenge (Get Hot for Spring!)

Let's start 2011 right! It is amazing what can happen in 90 days, so join me & commit to a 90 day program.

What's in it for me?

Beachbody has amazing programs & products that truly produce results. This time around, I'm offering prizes. If you sign up as a customer & order one of the following programs (P90X, Chalean Extreme, TurboFire) or order Shakeology, you will be entered into a drawing to win either a Beachbody gift basket ($75 value) or an Amazon gift card ($75 value), your choice.

What to do?

Go to: www.teambeachbody.com/TiffanyNelson & sign up for your free account. If you want to be entered in the drawing, place your order for your workout program or Shakeology. Make sure to order early so you have it by January 3rd.

I hope you join us! I can't wait to see everyone's results! :)
 
Join our event on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/event.php?eid=128153730579591

Thinking about becoming a Beachbody coach? Why now is the time!

Many of you have heard over and over again from the Beachbody coaches that you know that the company is waiving the sign-up fee between now and the end of the year. And that's great news, right? Really cool, right?

Absolutely cool!

But I'm not sure everyone totally understands just why it is so completely and utterly cool! So here's why, and here's why if you've been even remotely considering it, but for whatever reason keep putting it off, you should stop putting it off and DO IT NOW!

The holidays are coming, guys! I bet quite a few of you are wondering how you're going to come up with the money to buy everything you want to buy for the people on your list. That cool camera your daughter wants. Or that game player your son wants. Or whatever totally awesome, and expensive thing, somebody you know wants and you want to be able to get it for them.

And what about the people who have had their eye on a great fitness program, P90X or Turbo Fire, and has been wanting to buy it but just hasn't done it yet?

Wouldn't that make a great Christmas gift? Who doesn't know someone who has been talking about getting fit and in shape, but hasn't bought a program yet?

So here's where the magic happens. You can sign up as a coach right now and not have to pay the $40 set-up fee. Then once you're signed, you can get a 25% discount on every single program or product that Beachbody offers, making it so much easier to buy them as gifts.

Plus, you get a 25% commission, at the full retail price, on every single item someone buys from you! So you probably know people who would love to give sports related items or fitness programs to someone on their Christmas list, and now they can BUY IT FROM YOU!!

And, if they decide to sign up under you now, while the set-up fee is waived, they can pass that same thing on to people they know.

And so on and so on and so on!!!

Do you see what is happening here? What an amazing opportunity to jump in and take advantage of!

But that's not the end of it. By getting on board now, you get yourself trained -- and the training you get is second to none -- so that you are ready when the first of the year hits and everyone on the planet suddenly wants to lose weight. And where will they turn?

Well, that's easy. If you're positioned as a coach and are ready to step in and help, and know your business, THEY WILL TURN TO YOU!!

And Beachbody is set to launch a total onslaught of brand new infomercials after the beginning the year, so when Aunt Mary or Uncle Bob sees an infomercial for P90X or for Turbo Fire, for example, and they know you're a coach, they are going to come to you to buy that program!!

Do you see what an awesome opportunity this is? Do you see how you can actually make some money this holiday season and be able to go out and pick up that great gift that you didn't think you could afford?

So, bottom line, you get started in a business that you can get into for $40 off the usual amount to get started. You can buy a workout program, at a 25% discount, as a gift for someone and give yourself the gift of Shakeology, at a 25% discount, as a gift to yourself.

Then you can sell some programs over the holidays, get a 25% commission on the retail price, and get trained and set up and in place to take off like gangbusters after the first of the year, when the fitness industry surges and Beachbody is positioning itself to be at the forefront of that surge.

There are a ton of reasons to sign as a coach at any time. There are even more fantastic reasons to do it now, instead of waiting. Why wait when the opportunity right now is better than ever?

I am always ready to welcome leaders to my team! I know a good thing when I see it and THIS IS A GOOD THING!! Heck, IT'S A FANTASTIC THING!!

If you have any questions, or just want to jump in and get started, contact me. I will help you get going on a business that will change your life and open new doors for you! The thing to do is sign. The time to do it is NOW!!!

(Thanks Terri!  I couldn't have said it better myself!)

My Shakeology Cleanse Results!

After 3 days on my Shakeology cleanse, I lost a total of 3.5 lbs. & 4 inches.  These results are pretty great for me because my weight doesn't fluctuate very much anymore.  I have built up a lot of muscle, so my weight drops pretty slowly. The great thing about this cleanse is that you are staying hydrated the whole time and getting plenty of nutrients for your body.  I did end up feeling pretty tired the first day, but I was also taking in about 1200 calories less than my body needs in a day.  So, after I bumped that up a little bit, I had much more energy.  I really wasn't that hungry because Shakeology fills me up, especially with all of the ice and water.  I also exercised less than I normally do, but I had expected to do so.

Here are my recommendations if you are going to try the cleanse:  Don't wait too long to eat, especially if you are feeling light-headed.  If you feel tired, grab a piece of fruit.  Don't be afraid to add a few more calories in if you need to.  Make sure you drink your water and green tea.  Weigh & measure yourself before you start.  You might not see weight loss, but you could see your measurements change.  Also, make sure you plan ahead for all of your meals.  That way, you will have everything you need and you can make sure you can complete it.  Good luck!

I plan on doing a weigh in and taking measurements again in a week to see if anything has changed.  So, look for updates soon.

If you would like more information, please feel free to contact me or check out my blog The Search Within: The Shakeology Cleanse.

Shakeology Cleanse Day #3

I was down another 1.5 lbs. this morning, which brings my total to 3 lbs. & 3 inches lost.  I have been eating a little more, which seems to help with the tiredness.  I am definitely feeling better today.

Here's what I ate today:

Breakfast:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ 1/2 cup black cherries, ice & water- 185 calories

Snack:  green tea & a banana-  100 calories

Lunch:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ ice & water- 140 calories

Snack:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ 1/2 cup black raspberries, ice & water-  185 calories

Dinner:  Caesar salad w/ spinach, romaine, chicken & croutons- 500 calories

Snack:  apple- 75 calories

Total calories:  1185 calories

All in all, it was a fanastic day!  My energy levels were back up & I'm feeling lighter.  I will post final results tomorrow. :)

Shakeology Cleanse Day #2

As of this morning, I have lost 1.5 lbs.  I am feeling a little tired today, but my 2 year old also woke up 2 hours earlier than usual, so I can't be for sure if it is the cleanse or not. :)

Here's what I ate today:

Breakfast:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ 1/2 cup black cherries, ice & water- 185 calories

Snack:  green tea & a banana- 100 calories

Lunch:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ ice & water-  140 calories

Snack:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ 2/3 cup blueberries, ice & water-  186 calories

Dinner: Caesar salad w/ spinach, romaine, chicken & croutons-  500 calories

Snack:  coffee w/ creamer & stevia (major cheat, but my headache won't go away)- 50 calories

Water- 48 additional ounces

Total calories:  1166 calories

I feel like I lacked energy all day, so I added some more calories.  I also ended up starting my period today (early), so that is what I believed caused the headache (sorry for sharing too much info).  I was down another 1 lb. this afternoon, so we'll see what tomorrow's results are.

Stay tuned!

Shakeology Cleanse Day #1

Today was my first day of my 3 day Shakeology cleanse.  Other than feeling a bit hungry and little lightheaded because I waited too long to eat dinner, things went well.

Here's what I ate today:

Breakfast:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ 1/2 cup black cherries & ice & water- 185 calories

Snack:  green tea

Lunch:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ 1 cup blueberries & ice & water- 210 calories

Snack:  green tea

Snack:  Chocolate Shakeology w/ ice & water- 140 calories

Dinner: Salad w/ Caesar dressing & chicken & whole wheat croutons (slight cheat) -500 calories

Total calories: 1035 calories

I ended up having an additional 48 oz. of water so far today, not including the 30 in the Shakeology or in the tea.  So, I definitely got my water in too.

I'm interested to see how I feel tomorrow morning because this is quite a few calories less than I normally eat in a day and I am going to be lifting weights.  So, I'll see how it goes.

I will post updates tomorrow. :)

Why I can't exercise (Excuse #2)

I don't have the energy!

When you are thinking about starting a workout program, it can be very difficult to get yourself motivated to get started, especially if you feel tired all of the time.  If you have a job where you sit around all day, you might still feel tired when you get home.  If you are mom chasing around kids all day, exercising might be the last thing you want to do.  The thing many people don't understand is that if you start exercising, you will have more energy.  It might be rough going that first week, but after you get into your routine, you will have more energy than you have had in a long time.  The key is finding a workout that you really enjoy doing, one that you actually miss if you don't do it.  That way, you will be motivated to stick with it and have that energy you need to truly enjoy your life.

"The higher your energy level, the more efficient your body The more efficient your body, the better you feel and the more you will use your talent to produce outstanding results."



~Tony Robbins

Why I can't exercise! (Excuse #1)

I don't have time to exercise!

Everyone is busy with life, with work, with their families, but that doesn't mean you can't fit it all in.  You just need to make it a priority in your life and schedule it as you would anything else that is important to you.

Are you still thinking you don't have the time?  Think about your life.  Could you get up a little earlier?  Could you go to bed a little earlier to make that possible?  Could you do your workout immediately after work?  If you are a stay-at-home mom, could you get a workout in during naptime or would your child workout with you or let you workout while he or she does something else?  Are you spending time at night watching a few shows on t.v.?  If so, would you be willing to give some of that time up to better yourself?  If you really want to do it, you can.  You just need to let your family members know that it is important to you.  Don't feel guilty for taking time for yourself.  It will make you a better person in every aspect of your life.


"The time for action is now. It’s never too late to do something."  ~Carl Sandburg

Excited for the Holidays!!!

As the weather gets colder and the seasons start to change, I find myself getting truly excited for the holidays for the first time in a very long time.  My outlook on life has changed so much that I am able to see the good in everything and not let the negative drag me down.  Life feels nostalgic and so many good memories are flowing!  As the leaves began to change, I started to remember all of the wonderful times I had in college and how great of an experience it was for me.  The weather also reminded me of how beautiful my wedding was in the park and how much fun Bryan and I have had over the years taking pictures there.  The leaves have turned beautiful and are falling off the trees, making way for a delightful revival in the spring.  I took Bryce there to play the other day and he had so much fun crunching the leaves, sitting on leaf piles, and being covered in them.  I love that I can share a place that has had such meaning to me with him and watch him enjoy it as much as I have.

As we go shopping this time of year, Christmas lights & decorations are slowly appearing everywhere.  Bryce loves them!  He is fascinated by all of this, which why we are going have an amazing Christmas light display this year!  I can't wait to take him around to see everything and watch his reactions.  We will have so much fun at Christmas and throughout the winter.  He will truly understand what it is to play in the snow, to make a snowman, and to go sledding.  I'm getting excited just talking about it!  I've also found myself wanting to go Christmas shopping, which if you know me, is a huge deal for me.  I've hated Christmas shopping for as long as I can remember, but I guess I just really want to share my joy with others this year.  I have found myself again and it has truly changed me!  I feel like once again I am that fun-loving person who just radiates positivity.  I am becoming the person I've always wanted to be.  It is truly exciting!

The Shakeology Cleanse

If you really want to kick start your workout and nutrition program, break through a stubborn plateau, or just clean house, try the Shakeology Cleanse! This is a nutrient dense 3-day Shakeology and food plan that was designed by a highly experienced nutritionist. It's on the low side of caloric intake but not so low that it will jeopardize all the lean muscle you've worked so hard to build!! Here's how it works:

What does it do?

■it rids your body of harmful toxins

■it provides your body with nutrient dense calories

■it decreases water retention and bloating

■it helps with nutrient absorbtion and efficiency

■it rehydrates your body

■it helps you lose weight

■it gives your metabolism a boost

■it renews your energy

■it gets your body regular


Here's the plan you'll follow for 3 days:

Start: 1 cup green or detox tea

Breakfast: Shakeology mixed with water and/or ice only (you may add a 1/2 cup fruit)

Snack: One piece of fruit

Lunch: Shakeology mixed with water and/or ice only followed by another cup of green or detox tea

Snack: Shakeology mixed with water and/or ice only - if you choose, you can drink this after dinner instead

Dinner: Salad with greens, 3 servings of veggies, and 4 oz. of grilled white meat or fish (or tofu or beans if you're vegetarian) and 2 tbsp. lowfat dressing

NOTES:

■you can eat your salad for lunch instead of dinner, if you prefer

■drink 2-4 liters of water each day

■no dairy products at all (not even soy/almond/rice milk)

■if you're used to doing intense physical activity, take it down to light/moderate activity

■NO ALCOHOL!

■do not add any extra salt or sugar to this diet


Possible side effects:

■headaches (especially if you're used to drinking lots of coffee or pop)

■lack of energy

■hunger

■no weight loss (it's more important that you take note of your measurements and how you feel)


The Shakeology Cleanse is a safe and healthy way to cleanse your body! There are so many different cleanses out there that are unsafe, unhealthy, damaging, risky, and eat away at the lean muscle you work so hard to build! Here's a great comparison between the Shakeology Cleanse and another popular cleanse:

So what do I do after the Shakeology Cleanse?

After you're finished with your 3-day Shakeology cleanse just continue using Shakeology like you would normally do with 1 serving every day any way you like it along with eating clean and doing your favorite Beachbody/exercise program!


If you aren't currently a Shakeology user, but are interested in trying the cleanse, you can order yours at www.shakeology.com/TiffanyNelson.  Right now, you can get 25% off by signing up as a coach for free.  You can also just buy the 9 packets for the cleanse.  Contact me at tiffanynelson@beachbodycoach.com for more information.  Do you have a couple of friends who would be interested in trying this with you?  If so, you can split the cost between the 3 of you and save even more money.  Shakeology also comes with a 30 day bottom-of-the-bag guarantee, so there is no risk to try it.  It truly is that great!

Join us for our 3 day Shakeology cleanse challenge on Facebook!  http://www.facebook.com/?sk=events#!/event.php?eid=161425003888732

TurboFire & Chalean Extreme Hybrid: 30 Day Results!

I created my own TurboFire & Chalean Extreme hybrid and followed it for the last 30 days.
Here are my results!

 Chalean Extreme & TurboFire Hybrid (Burn Circuit-30 days)

	9/26/10	10/26/10	Total lost
Left Arm	12"	12"	0"
Right Arm	12"	12"	0"
Chest	38 3/4"	37 3/4"	-1"
Waist	31 1/2"	30 1/2"	-1"
Hips	43"	42"	-1"
Left Thigh	22 1/2"	21 1/2"	-1"
Right Thigh	22 1/2"	21 1/2"	-1"
BodyFat %	19%	19%	0
Weight	185 lbs.	181.5 lbs	-3.5 lbs

I lost a total of 5 inches over my whole body & 3.5 lbs.  My body fat is on the low end of 19%.  I am getting leaner all of the time.  I really am enjoying doing the two programs together!  Now, I move onto the push phase for the next 30 days.  I hope to have more great results to share soon! :)

How I Lost the Baby Weight!

The day I had my son, I was bigger than I ever thought I could possibly be, but I thought it would be easy and that the weight would just come off.  Unfortunately, that wasn't the case for me.  I lost a little weight immediately, but then I ended up gaining weight while breastfeeding and I didn't lose one pound until I was done.  Finally, in February 2010, I found my solution.  I started doing a program called Chalean Extreme.  The workouts were short enough for me to get done , but intense enough to give me the results I wanted.  The weight and inches started to fall off.

My body started to transform and feel fantastic.  I was feeling better than I had in 2 years.

A few months later, I started drinking Shakeology and my energy improved even more.  I now have enough energy to run after my 2 year old all day, lift my weights with Chalean Extreme, and do some HIIT training or cardio kickboxing with TurboFire.  I have lost a total of 55 lbs. and over 31 inches from the day I had my son!  Beachbody has truly changed my life!  The workouts are fantastic and I love being able to do that in the comfort of my own home!  Thank you Chalene Johnson & Beachbody!

Why I Love Shakeology!

I have never really been a big veggie eater.  Sure, I will get on a kick from time to time and eat some microwaveable veggies, but I have only been eating them for about one meal a day, if that.  Do I know I need them?  Yes.  Would it make me healthier?  Definitely!  But there is one problem.  I like sweets!  So, I have always chosen fruit first, that is, until I started drinking Shakeology.  Now, I don't have to make that choice.  Shakeology has 70 nutritious ingredients in one glass.  It tastes delicious!  You can make it like a milkshake or a smoothie.  I get to have a chocolate milkshake for breakfast everyday and it is so good for me!

Beyond the nutrition, within the first 2 weeks of starting Shakeology, I lost 5 lbs.  My digestion and regularity improved.  It curbed my cravings for sweets.  I felt full for hours after drinking it, so I was eating less.  I now have so much more energy, my head feels clear, and I'm not tired all of the time like I used to be.  Plus, my hair has been growing much faster too.  These are just the things I have experienced.  People are getting off of their cholesterol & blood pressure pills.  It is helping diabetics and it is really helping people to lose weight.  The results are amazing!

If you want to be healthier, try Shakeology!  It comes with a 30 day bottom of the bag guarantee.  Plus, right now you can get a 25% discount for free.  With the discount, it costs about $3 a shake, about the same price or less than a Starbucks coffee, but what benefits are you getting from Starbucks?  Shakeology is truly the healthiest meal of the day!

Personal development? Who has time for that?

It is amazing how much your life can change in such a short period of time!  A very important part in succeeding as a Beachbody coach, is working on your own personal development.  So what is personal development?  It is simply working on improving yourself, in essence, letting yourself grow into the person you should be.  Most people do not take the time to do this.  They feel it isn't important and that maybe they will work on it someday if they have the time, but you know someday never comes.  You have to plan it and make it happen.  That's what I've been doing with my life.

Since I started reading 10 pages a day, my life has gotten so much better.  The knowledge and insight you can gain about yourself and others is priceless and so completely worth taking the time to do.  The first book I read was "The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olson.  It is a fantastic book and has completely changed my outlook on life!  The Slight Edge simply shows you how to create powerful results from the simple daily activities of your life, by using tools that are already within you. And all you need to make that happen? Discover that "one" thing that will help you achieve that goal, realize a life-long dream or propel you up the ladder to success. Once you got it, then you will discover how your philosophy... creates your attitude... creates your actions... creates your results... creates YOUR LIFE!  So, if you want to change your outlook on life, I would definitely recommend reading it.

Since that, I have read a few more books, just by simply reading a little bit every single day and all of the information has been invaluable.  So please, invest in yourself, invest in your future, and take some time to think about your life, where you are, and where you want to be.  You can make it happen!  You already have everything you need to do it!

"Some day" doesn't exist, never has, and never will. There is no "some day". There's only today. When tomorrow comes, it will be another today; so will the next day. They all will. There is never anything but today.  ~Jeff Olson

What does it take to be a Beachbody coach? Can I do it?

Yes! Yes you can! Maybe you just want to get a discount on Beachbody products or maybe you want to make extra money by starting your own business, either way, you can be a Beachbody coach. Right now, Beachbody is waiving the $39.95 startup fee, so it is free to sign up.




What happens when you become a Beachbody coach? You save 25% on all of Beachbody's products. You also have the opportunity to build your business and make 25% commission on all of the products you sell, plus earn bonuses as you build your team and move up in rank.



What does it take? It takes committment, belief, and a desire to help others. You also need to be a product of the product, that way you can share your story with others. You don't have to try to sell anything. You just share your success and belief in Beachbody & the products will sell themselves.



How do I get started? If you already have a coach you are talking to, go to them. If not, I am on a fantastic team that is growing everyday & I would love to be your coach. I am committed to helping my coaches succeed! Go to: www.teambeachbody.com/TiffanyNelson & click on "Be a coach" or if you have any questions, send me an email: TiffanyNelson@beachbodycoach.com.



If you want to make extra money for the holidays, get in shape for the new year, or truly develop a business that will change your life, sign up today! It is free until the end of the year! So, what are you waiting for?

From no dreams to big dreams!

It seems like not very long ago, I had quit dreaming. I felt stuck and that it was too late for me to do anything else with my life. I had thought that when I graduated from college, I would get this great job and be successful. I worked several jobs, but nothing seemed to be fufilling. Every job had something wrong with it. There wasn't enough support, it was boring, it wasn't for me, etc. Then, I finally started the job I thought I had wanted most. I became a stay at home mom to my son Bryce. Little did I know that this would be the hardest job I have ever had in my life. With very little vacation and hardly any breaks, it is very demanding and definitely not for everyone. It is definitely the most rewarding job I've ever had, but I still needed something different. I was struggling to be a good mom because I didn't like myself. I was overweight. I didn't make any time for myself. I just didn't recognize who I was anymore. I finally took the time for me and started working on myself early this year. I started working out 5-6 days a week. I started reading personal development books, and I started working on builidng my own business. Now, I have changed my body, I have changed my mind, and I have changed my future. I am dreaming big and setting huge goals for myself! By using Beachbody programs, and by becoming a coach, I have truly changed my life. I have more ambition than I can ever remember having and I just want to share that with everyone!




"Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” W. Clement Stone

Happiness is just a mindset away.

I've been reading the book, "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Women" by Kristine Carlson.  Kristine states that boredom is not real, that we simply create it by not living in the present.  What a powerful statement!  If boredom does not exist outside of our mind, then we should easily be able to change our mindset and ultimately our overall happiness with our lives, right?  While I believe the concept is wonderful, I do not think it accounts for all causes of boredom.

I'm sure we all have heard ourselves saying, "I"m bored", from time to time in our lives without giving it a second thought.  Well, I have been thinking about my life lately and trying to live in the present.  While this has definitely given me insight on how to enjoy the day to day tasks of being a stay-at-home mom and to really enjoy having fun with my son, it still leaves me with some unanswered questions.  What about those of us who feel like we haven't accomplished all we are capable of?  What about those of us who miss that intellectual stimulation from joining in on a hot debate or even attending college classes?  Is it really possible to just live in the present when you feel like you have so much to offer the world and yet you have been unable to figure out how to get it out there?  Can you really just put aside your past or your ideas for your future and be who you are right now?

I truly hope it is that simple, but I have a feeling that there is a reason I have been bored with every job I have ever had.  I will always want more out of life.  Maybe I will never be a truly happy person or maybe I just haven't found what I'm looking for yet, but for now, I will try to enjoy the journey as much as the anticipated destination.