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Shakeology: What is MACA ROOT

In this newly-launched blog, we will be featuring regular, detailed spotlights on the ingredients that qualify Shakeology^® as the Healthiest Meal of the Day^®. By now, hopefully you are "in the know" about this incredible, nutrient-dense shake comprised of some of the most amazing, healthy, and potent superfoods on the planet. But which one led Shakeology co-creator Darin Olien and his team to altitudes of 13,000 feet in the Andes region of Junin, Peru, in search of the only crop that can grow and flourish up there? Well, in our first "Ingredient Spotlight," we'll be getting to the "root" of that issue . . . maca root, that is!

Maca has been used in indigenous South American societies as a source of nourishment and healing for thousands of years. Its other known names include:Lepidium meyenii, maca-maca, maino, ayak chichira, and ayak willku. A distant relative of radishes and turnips, maca grows in a variety of colors ranging from purple to golden. For this crop, there is only one season or yield per year. Each variety offers its own strengths: cream-colored means sweeter, while darker variations generally provide a better boost of energy. Maca has a strong, pungent aroma and is traditionally grown at altitudes of approximately 8,000 to 14,500 feet. For Shakeology, we use a blend of these roots, grown and sourced by local Andean farmers in a sustainable manner, which helps not only the land to thrive but the farmers, their families, and the communities in the process!

(Fun fact: The Spaniards valued maca so much, they made it a form of currency. So, when Peru was a Spanish colony, you could pay your taxes with it!)

BENEFITS & SCIENCE

Maca is widely known to promote endurance, strength, stamina, and potency. In fact, ancient Peruvian women would give maca to their men before they went off to battle. It contains high amounts of protein and has been known to energize the central nervous system. For centuries, maca root has been used to combat stress and fatigue, increase stamina, and yes, even boost libido! Maca is a nutrient-dense whole food packed with vitamins, plant sterols, dietary fiber, essential fatty acids, minerals (including calcium, magnesium, and iron), as well as 19 of the 22 essential amino acids. An adaptogen herb, it also may help support a healthy immune system. (Studies have identified four alkaloids present in maca known to nourish the endocrine system.) Ah . . . and let's not forget the extra-special benefit that is attributed to maca; it's an aphrodisiac! The root is sometimes referred to as "Nature's Viagra^®." Lest you doubt the credibility of the aphrodisiac claim, it is in fact rooted in science. Maca root naturally contains high amounts of p-methoxybenzyl isothiacyanate, which studies show does have a positive effect on the libido. But hey, we're just citing the known science . . . You be the judge!

HOW OUR MACA IS "PROCESSED"

We're very proud to say there is very little "processing" at all. Because maca grows best at high altitudes, it's easy for it to be organic. There are few pests that naturally occur at such high altitudes. Once harvested by the local farmers, the maca roots are dried, pulverized by hand into a powder, and go into the final product just like that. There are very few steps from field to finished product, and that's the way we like it. This ensures the natural nutrient profiles stay in place, keeping it as potent as it can be. Whatever it takes for Shakeology, Darin and team will climb the highest mountain to ensure that you get the best quality ingredients available.

THE BOTTOM LINE: DOLLARS AND (COMMON) SENSE

So let's break it down in terms of cost to you. A bag of maca powder at a nutrition store alone would cost you between $15 and $30. And it's highly unlikely you'll be privy to the knowledge of how that bag of maca was sourced, at what altitude it was grown, or how potent it is. If you were to separately attempt to purchase Shakeology's 70+ healthy ingredients from whole food sources from around the world (including anti-oxidants, phytonutrients, adaptogen herbs, prebiotics, digestive enzymes, vitamins, and minerals) and match the benefits and nutritional content of Shakeology, you would easily spend over $300 every month—that's two and half times the cost of Shakeology!

To see photos and learn more about how the maca for Shakeology is sourced, check out Shakeology: Book Two, now available to download atShakeology.com.

There are at least 67 published studies on maca root that have been conducted over the past 12 years, ranging from effects on mice to randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical studies on humans. Here are a few highlights:

• A review of major studies by Gonzalez at the Universidad Peruana in Lima, Peru, cites: "Evidence from experimental studies indicates effects of maca on nutrition, fertility, memory, and mood. Randomized clinical trials have shown that maca has favorable effects on energy and mood, may decrease anxiety and improve sexual desire. Maca has also been shown to improve sperm production, sperm motility, and semen volume." Read more here.
• You can also follow the links below to read more results of published double-blind studies on maca's effect on improving sexual function and menopausal symptoms:
  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20691074
  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21840656

"Maca . . . Pure energy source. Grown in nature and delivered in Shakeology."—Darin Olien

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Tony Horton for 10 Min a Day!

Don't have a lot of time to work out? Need a quick full body workout in a short period of time. You should try 10 Min Trainer with Tony Horton.
Get into amazing shape in as little as 10 minutes a day! 10-Minute Trainer was made for people who are “too busy to exercise.” Build muscle and shed pounds in no time with super-concentrated workouts—and lose fat even faster with the 10-Minute Meals plan, free with the program.
Your probley thinking, "How does this work?" Instead of working one muscle group at a time, Tony Horton’s breakthrough Super StackingTM Technique conditions your body, head to toe, in minutes. Follow the free nutrition plan, with lots of quick, simple-to-prepare, delicious meals, and see results even faster.
This is a great workout for busy people who don’t have a lot of time for fitness. Anyone who needs extra motivation—Tony Horton keeps you motivated, and even people who dislike exercise can get through these brief workouts. Everyone from beginners to frequent exercisers who want a quick workout on an especially busy day or while they’re traveling. • People who want an exercise program without a lot of equipment.

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Are you looking for a job?  To work out of your home, make your own hours, and in your jammies? Do you want to help End the Trend of Obesity here in the US, Canada and soon all over the world? Would you like to be rewarded to be healthy and fit? Then I have a job for you. 

I am looking for some highly motivated people who are looking to start there own business for just pennies compared to other start up companies.  

I work for Beachbody that was started in 1998 by Carl Daikeler and Jon Congdon, nets $400M+ in annual sales is Debt free and profitable.  They do a HUGE part of our leg work.  They spend millions of dollars annually on marketing and then places them in your business.   

So, you must be wondering what do you have to do?  Well, you must be a product of the product.  By drinking Shakeology and doing the fitness programs people will naturally want to know what your doing, thus creating customers for yourself.  You also have to network, get on social media, answer questions, oh and WORK OUT.  Again, you can do all of this in your jammies if you want, though I would recommend some shorts and a t-shirt for the working out.  

You don't think your qualified enough, well I beg to differ, that is what is so wonderful about Beachbody they have a WHOLE Coach Academy set up.  They don't want you to fail and we me by your side and them on your other side we wont let you fail.  As long as you have the heart and passion you will be able to succeed as a Coach. 

PERKS we all want to know about the PERKS
Well, you get 25% off all your purchases, 25% on everything that your customers buy from you, and once you get higher in the ranks you get bonus, free trips, exclusive offers and so much more!  

Downside, well it is work, this is not a get quick scheme.  You have to work at getting to where your going, however again I will help you and together we can help End the Trend!  

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Shakeology Sunshine Bars

Shakeology Sunshine Bars
Chocolate, honey, and bananas blend together to create this delicious snack.
Total Time: 3 hrs., 10 min. Prep Time: 10 min. Yield: 10 bars Ingredients:
• 2 scoops Chocolate Shakeology
• 3 scoops egg white powder
• 2 cups oats
• ½ cup almond milk
• 4 Tbsp. honey
• 4 Tbsp. almond butter
• 2 bananas, mashed
• 2 Tbsp. wheat germ
• 2 Tbsp. flaxseed
• 1 tsp. cinnamon

 Preparation: 1. Mix all dry ingredients together. 2. Add almond milk, honey, and bananas and mix well with a spatula or your hands. 3. After it's well mixed, put mixture in an 8" x 8" pan. Cover with plastic wrap and press down to flatten into pan. Refrigerate for 3 hours. 4. Remove from fridge, cut into 10 squares.

 Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 277 Fat: 7g Saturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 3mg Sodium: 120g Carbohydrate: 40g Fiber: 6g Sugar Total: 12g Protein: 18g

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Taking a high-quality multivitamin like ActiVit® every day is simply the best way to ensure your body gets the nutrients it needs to excel and get the most out of your fitness routine. Formulated with safe and natural herbal ingredients, ActiVit will help you feel great on the inside and look great on the outside! Enhance your physical and mental wellness* Increase bone strength* Stimulate your immune system* Slow the effects of aging with a powerful antioxidant* Regulate calcium and blood sugar levels* ActiVit Multivitamin Formula We designed the ActiVit Metabolism Formula to be a 100%-natural, safe, and effective multivitamin, packed with 20 essential nutrients—and then we added extra ingredients to enhance your results from regular fitness training. This unique formulation was designed to give you maximum energy for an active lifestyle, but ActiVit Metabolism Formula is great to take even if you aren't exercising as much as you'd like. The key is to take ActiVit every day. Aside from the daily essential vitamins you need, we chose the ingredients because they have been shown to positively affect your metabolism and energy levels while burning off fat.* Warning: This product should be used as a dietary supplement only. Those with medical concerns should consult their physician prior to using this or any other dietary supplement. As with any supplement, herb, or medication, do not use any Beachbody supplement, food product, or meal replacement product while pregnant or provide to a child without consulting a physician. Use products only after consulting your physician about your specific health needs. Keep out of reach of children. With Home Direct, you’ll receive this item every 30 days, shipped directly to your door and billed to the credit card used today. You may cancel any time by calling (800) 470-7870. ‡This product is only available to residents of the United States and its territories. WARNING: Consult with a healthcare professional if pregnant, breast feeding, providing to a child, or if you have any other unique or special needs. Keep out of reach of children. **With Home Direct, you'll receive this item every 30 days, shipped directly to your door and billed to the credit card used today. You may cancel at any time.

Shakeology® Is Low-Glycemic: What That Means and Why It Matters to You!

What's the Glycemic Index? Simply put, the glycemic index is a way to measure how carbohydrates react in your blood. When you eat carbs, your blood sugar level rises anywhere from a little to a lot. The GI (Glycemic Index) uses a scale of 0 to 100, with higher numbers given to foods that cause the most rapid rise in blood sugar.

What do high-GI foods do to my body? They cause the body to produce higher levels of insulin, but sometimes too much. This gives you an energy burst known as a "sugar rush." It feels good at first, but then your blood sugar drops rapidly and you "crash." Eating low-GI foods is a smart way to avoid this, because they stabilize your blood sugar levels instead of spiking them.

What kind of high-GI foods to steer away from and why:

Foods with a high GI (above 70) include white bread, pretzels, potatoes, and most processed foods. Eating these foods triggers a rapid rise in blood sugar and insulin levels, which:

• Encourages the body to store fat
• Creates a cycle of hunger pangs and feeling unsatisfied
• Causes an energy crash that leaves you irritated or tired
• Can lead to high blood pressure, fluid retention and diabetes

In contrast, foods with a low GI (under 55)—like broccoli, oatmeal, peanuts, and Shakeology—help stabilize blood sugar and insulin levels, which:

• Increases levels of glycogen, a hormone that causes body fat to be burned
• Helps satisfy feelings of hunger
• Helps balance moods
• Reduces the risk of heart disease, helps control diabetes, and positively affects the aging process

So you see, eating low-GI foods like Shakeology is good for you! Shakeology's GI rating of 24 is much lower than most fruits and some vegetables. Low-GI foods help keep your sugar levels in check while supplying nutrition that satisfies, energizes, and helps promote good health!

A must Watch for the Ultimate Reset!

This really sums up why I decided to do this.

Why Reset?
Our environment has become more and more toxic. Our bodies absorb pollution and harmful chemicals all our lives, along with the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the water we drink. These toxins can get stored in our bodies, clogging our cells and slowing down their natural functions.
It's not enough just to work out and eat right. At Beachbody®, we realized we had to take a break from the everyday and find a way to get those toxins out of our bodies. Along with getting in shape on the outside, we had to start getting healthy on the inside.* We decided it was time for a Reset.
What is the Beachbody Ultimate ResetTM?
The Beachbody Ultimate Reset is a complete, three-phase, 21-day program that provides everything you need to:

• Phase 1: Reclaim your body's natural balance.*
  
• Phase 2: Release the harmful materials you may be storing within you.*
  
• Phase 3: Restore your system to its maximum health.*
  What are the benefits of the Beachbody Ultimate Reset?
  In just 21 days, the Ultimate Reset can help you gently restore your body to its original factory settings," to help you:
  

• Have more energy and greater focus*
  
• Experience better digestion and a more positive mood*
  
• Enable your body to function more efficiently*
  
• Lose weight*
  
• Improve your overall health*
  What the Beachbody Ultimate ResetTM is NOT:
  

• A starvation diet. (You'll eat three filling, healthy meals every day.)
  
• An abrupt cleanse that's hard on the body. (The supplements work together
  gradually to gently shift your body's internal settings.)*
  
• A laxative-based, colon-focused cleanse, which fails to truly detoxify the whole
  body. (You won't be running to the bathroom every hour!)
  What's included in the Beachbody Ultimate Reset?
  Six Essential Supplements:
  The Ultimate Reset Nutritionals are uniquely formulated to help restore your body to optimal health.
  

• Alkalinize – Helps maintain alkalinity.*
  
• Oxygenize – Helps provide supplemental oxygen to the body.*
  
• Mineralize – Adds natural minerals needed by the body.*
  
• Detox – Helps remove toxins and waste in the colon.*
  
• Revitalize – Helps revitalize flora in the digestive tract.*
  
• Optimize – Promotes healthy metabolism and effective body functions.*
  

Program and Nutrition Guide

• Detailed step-by-step instructions on your 21-day Reset journey.
  
• Plus a 3-week eating plan with recipes, cooking tips, shopping lists, and more.
  Two DVDs:
  

• Reset Your Health! Includes a complete program overview, instructions for getting started, and Success Stories to help motivate you.
  
• Cooking Class! Provides an overview of the foods recommended in your Reset, including sample meal-preparation videos.
  Support Tools
  

• Unparalleled support from your Team Beachbody® Coach, fellow Reset participants, and Challenge Groups.
  
• Access to exclusive UltimateReset.com content.
  
• Day-by-day online support:
  o Food preparation videos for each day's meals o Daily cleanse tips, recipes, and shopping lists o Personal experiences from fellow participants
  
• Mobile-enabled Web site content
  How is the Beachbody Ultimate Reset different from other cleanse programs?
  

• The Ultimate Reset isn't a crash diet or a synthetic meal replacement.
  
• It's an integrated, whole-body reset solution—a step-by-step program that lets
  you have real food, provides specially formulated supplements, and teaches you
  conscious living techniques that work to detoxify and restore your body.
  
• You'll not only help return your metabolism to optimal function, but you'll learn
  conscious self-care behaviors that can help you maintain better health, even after your Reset.* 
  
  
  

What do you take before you work out?

I have been drinking Beachbody's E&E (Energy and Endurance) before my workouts and I have noticed a HUGE difference in how many calories I burn during, and how much more oomph I have because of it!  My Turbo Fire Punches and Kicks have been doing awesome!!!  I though I would share why it is awesome and how it works with you all.  

Energy and Endurance includes other preworkout ingredients to help maximize your workout:
• Beta alanine: Amino acid that may enhance muscular endurance.*• L-Glutamine: Amino acid that is known to aid recovery from hard training.*• Quercetin: Bioflavonoid that may promote mental clarity and focus during a workout.*
• Bromelain and Papaya Extract: Ingredients known to help increase absorption of nutrients.*
• Phosphatidylserine: May help promote mental clarity and focus.* • Rhodiola Extract: Root extract known to help support energy and endurance.* • D-Ribose: Known to help provide energy to the body.*• No artificial flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives • No high-risk or untested ingredients 

What’s the difference between E&E Energy and Endurance and other preworkout formulas?E&E Energy and Endurance contains: • No artificial flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives • No high-risk or untested ingredients

Now the Taste is different, when you open the powder it smells like pixie sticks almost, however it tastes like flat uncarbinated sprite.  Once you get over that your just fine, it takes about 20 mins or so for it to really kick it.  I drink it before work to give me that kick of energy since I don't drink Pop or Coffee anymore.  You never have a peek and then a drop.  It is a gradual wear off process.  The first few times you take it I would recommend you take it pretty early in the day.  If I take it too late I sometimes can't sleep.  

 

I am a Coach

Great Video explaining WHY I am a Beachbody coach.  Want to join me?