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Jack Daniels' Running Calculator

. The Jack Daniels’ Running Calculator calculates what your training paces should be. Daniels uses five specific training intensities to improve running performance.

Sunday Long Run Day

I ran 12 miles today!! That is the longest I've ever ran while training for a half marathon. Looking back, the longest I've ran while training was 11 miles and that was last year. I thought that was awesome and look at me this year surpassing that!! I checked my time on Garmin Connect and I ran the 11 miles the Sunday before the half marathon last year in 1:42:48, with an average pace of 9:21. I thought that was good!! Holy cow....look at me now! I've improved so much from last year! I ran 12 miles today in 1:44:36, with an average pace of 8:43. Nothing is impossible! Just gotta keep moving forward!

Focus T25 Core Speed

I decided to do Focus T25's Core Speed for today's workout. It's been a while since I've done this one, but it's a good one. I like all the T25 Speed workouts because they always make me sweat. This one is core-focused but I think they all are lol. This video is towards the end of the workout where you do all the moves from the two rounds. I love how this workout is just 25 minutes long!

Best Way to Tie Running Shoes - Heel Lock Lacing

I'm passing along what I've found to be the best way to tie your running shoes. The first tip is the heel lock lacing which gives more support and helps keep your heel from slipping. It also helps reduce pressure at the top of the foot. The other tip is to use another loop when tying your shoes. It's easier to untie than the traditional double knotting way.

Sunday run.

Had a good Sunday run! It's the longest I've run this year. There's only three more weeks until I run the Portland Rock'n'roll Half Marathon. I'm getting a little excited. I'm running faster than I thought I'd ever run. Last year, I thought I was running fast but this year surpasses that. Are you getting closer to your goals? Small steps lead to big changes. Take those small steps, keep at it, and you'll get closer to where you want to be!

Focus T25 Gamma Speed 3.0

I decided to tackle Focus T25's Gamma Speed 3.0 for today's workout. It's been a while since I've done this one and I've improved. I'm able to do the push-up jacks better and feel okay throughout the whole workout even when doing all the burpee moves. I had a great sweat session in 25 minutes! This fast paced workout will make you sweat buckets lol. If you like burpees this workout is for you. This video is the last part of the workout where you repeat all the moves from both rounds.

Running comparison from last year

I was taking a look at my running times from last year and my times have really improved this year!! I was running more last year at this time because I did the Cherry Blossom 10 miler in Washington D.C. That was a fun race, especially since I got to visit my twin sister! But if you look at my times from last year, I was running an average mile in nine minutes something. I ran fast in the Cherry Blossom Race at 8:42 min/mile but other than that I was mostly above nine minutes. This year I'm running less than nine minute miles which I'm stoked about!! It's pretty awesome!! I'm in the best shape ever due to doing P90X3 as well as working out with Focus T25 beforehand! I can't wait to see what time I'll get on my half marathon coming up in May.

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Focus T25 Beta Speed 2.0

I went back to Focus T25 for today's workout and did Speed 2.0 with my kiddos. This is a fun one that always leaves me sweaty because it's fast paced and I like the music!

My P90X3 Results

Here are my P90X3 results. I did not expect to lose much weight since I had just done Focus T25 but I lost 4.8 lbs! On day one, I was 123 lbs and today I weighed in at 118.2 lbs! I'm amazed because before my fitness journey, I never thought I'd get back to 120 lbs let alone down to 118.2 lbs. According to the measurements, I've lost 5" off my waist and 2.5" off my hips! I'm flabbergasted lol. I'm not sure how accurate that is but my jeans are much looser. I had the same person who took my before measurements do my after measurements, in any rate I lost inches. I'm happy! 

Also, I'm so much stronger than I was before! I remember barely being able to do a pull-up and now I can do six regular pull-ups with no assist band or anything!! I can hold the yoga crow pose which I could not do in the beginning. I've improved so much and feel great! Also, it's improved my running. I'm running a lot faster than before and I've just been running on Sundays. I love the variety of workouts in P90X3 and would highly recommend it to all!!

Before I did Focus T25 I weighed about 135 lbs, now I'm at 118.2 lbs! 16.8 lbs lost...I'm happy with that!! :)

Day 90 of P90X3 finished

Woohoo!! I did it! 90 days of P90X3 done! I think P90X3 is a great program with a lot of variety and I'm glad I did it! I'll be taking measurements tomorrow. Stay tuned for my results.

April Specials

This month, Focus T25 and Brazil Butt Lift are Beachbody's Challenge pack promotions! I love Focus T25! It kickstarted my fitness last year and I got great results! Get in shape for summer with one of these awesome programs! I can help. I'll be having an Accountability group that starts April 14th. Message me for details. 

21 Day Fix Results

My husband just finished with the 21 Day fix and got awesome results!! He lost 9 lbs. and 2 inches off his waist!! I'm so happy for him! Here's his words about the program, "My only advice for those starting out is to power on through. The first week of the meal plan was rough. Second week was better, and by the third week, I didn't even notice. Moving forward, this has really taught me how to eat cleaner and portion control. Next week I will be starting P90X3 with the 21 day fix meal plan as a guide for my eating. This program is totally worth it and I'm glad that I did it."

I'm so proud of him for sticking with the program and getting great results! Who else wants try this program?

Last week to get the Les Mills Combat and Les Mills Pump Challenge Packs on Sale!

It's the last week to get these Challenge  Pack promotions this month! Want to get in shape for Summer? I will be having an Accountability group to help support those wanting to stick to a program to get in shape starting April 14th. Either of these programs can help you, or the numerous other Beachbody programs available. Message me for details. 

Here are the links to the Sale items:
LES MILLS PUMP Challenge Packhttp://TeamBeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPLMP245?referringRepId=278356 
LES MILLS COMBAT Challenge Packhttp://teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPLMC160?referringRepId=278356 
Ultimate Reset Challenge Packhttp://teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPCLN305?referringRepId=278356 

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Day 76 of P90X3 Complex Lower

Got my workout done earlier today. Day 76 of P90X3 done! I tried another one of the elite workouts, Complex Lower, and boy did I sweat! It's a good one and focuses on post activation potentiation, and like Complex Upper was just five moves but four rounds. Here's a video to give you an idea of the workout:

Day 74 - P90X3 Yoga

Day 74 done! I've improved so much since starting P90X3. I'm so much stronger and feel great! I remember not being able to hold the crow pose at all but I'm so MUCH better at it now! I'm proud to say that I've been consistent with my workouts and the results show. :)

Day 73 - P90X3 Complex Upper

Day 73 of P90X3 finished! The classic calendar gives you the option of doing The Challenge or Complex Upper for the day so I decided to do Complex Upper.

Complex Upper is not included in the regular DVD set. It's one of the elite workouts on the Elite Workout DVD. This was a hard one and kept my heart rate up! It consists of five moves which you do for four rounds as well as in the burnout. The moves are Slow Mo Chin-ups, X Plyo Push-ups, Lunge Thrust Press, W Pull-ups, and Push-up Bird Dog Crunch. 

Pull-ups are always hard for me so thank goodness for the pull-up assist band. Also, the plyo push-ups and push-up bird dog crunches oh my.....it's a tough workout! Here's a video to give you an idea of the moves:

Chalene Johnson's new workout PiYo is coming soon!

BE THE FIRST TO FIND OUT WHEN PIYO IS AVAILABLE! YOU COULD WIN A FREE PIYO KIT. Click on Image Below!!

What is PiYo?

Carve an intensely defined physique-without jumps, without weights, and without joint strain. Using body weight, PiYos uses low-impact, high-intensity movements inspired by Pilates and yoga. The result? Long, lean, muscles, a high, firm booty, and tight, flat, sexy abs. PiYo will work every single muscle to stabilize, stretch, and strengthen every inch of a body. And since Chalene Johnson cranked up the speed and the fun, crazy calories will be burned too!     

Additional details will be announced by the end of May.

Here's yesterdays Live Chat with Autumn Calabrese that includes a workout!!

Day 68 - P90X3 Pilates X

Workout done. Shakeology check. Great start to my day!

Believe in yourself!

Believe in yourself! Sometimes it's hard and I don't do it all the time but it's something we all need to do to keep moving forward. Whether it be you don't think you can lose weight or do a certain workout program, you can! You just have to believe and put your mind to it. You gotta want it and believe you can do it because anything is possible. A year ago I would never have thought I would weigh around 120 lbs again, or be able to do real pull-ups. Yet, I did it and I can do a few real pull-ups now. I feel awesome! You just have to take that first step and be consistent in doing the tasks you need to do to obtain what you want. Be patient for results to come because hard work and consistency pays off! Don't compare yourself to others, just be you and you'll get there! 

Day 58 - P90X3 Agility X

I liked coming back to this workout. I had a great workout that made me sweat a lot! 

INCREDIBLE PRODUCT OFFERS DURING MARCH!

This month there are THREE awesome Challenge Pack promotions:

• LES MILLS COMBAT Challenge Pack is $140 - regularly $160. 

  What is Combat?

  Les Mills Combat is the first home-based Mixed Martial Arts-inspired workout program combining a perfect blend of dynamic movements from six major Martial Arts disciplines. Combat includes high-intensity cardio and conditioning moves for the kind of muscle-shredding, calorie-burning workout that creates extreme body transformation.  In just 60 days you'll look - and feel - like a lean, mean Mixed Martial Arts warrior.

• Also from the LES MILLS family: LES MILLS PUMP Challenge Pack is now $180 - normally $245. 

  What is Les Mills PUMP?
  Engineer your perfect body with LES MILLS PUMP. This barbell-based rapid weight loss and accelerated strength-training program incinerates calories to help give you the ultimate tight, toned, and lean body you want. The secret is THE REP EFFECT™, which requires that you use lighter weights at a higher rate of repetition so you can burn up to 1,000 calories per workout and get leaner faster.

• Finally, to kick off your countdown to summer and get into "spring cleaning" mode, we have the Ultimate Reset^™ Challenge Pack Promotion. This is normally $305, but now it's yours for $275. Please note: this Challenge Pack promotion will go live by end of day, Tuesday, March 4th. 
• What is the Beachbody Ultimate Reset®?
• The Beachbody Ultimate Reset® is a comprehensive, no-starvation, inner-body tune-up that offers much more than the typical cleanse and detox programs on the market. The Ultimate Reset not only helps you eliminate toxins and waste gently and naturally, but it also maximizes your cellular energy production, helping your body process food more effi ciently and your systems run more smoothly.* You’ll replace the processed foods you’ve been eating with healthy foods. You’ll eat cleanly—possibly for the first time in your life—and take supplements designed to help your body remove from your cells and organs toxins that you’ve been taking in for decades. The Beachbody Ultimate Reset is a complete, three-phase, 21-day mind and body program that provides everything you need to:*
•  • Reclaim your body’s natural balance
• • Release the harmful materials you may be storing within you
• • Restore your system to its maximum health

Here are links to the Challenge Packs on Sale:

LES MILLS PUMP Challenge Pack	http://TeamBeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPLMP245?referringRepId=278356
LES MILLS COMBAT Challenge Pack	http://teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPLMC160?referringRepId=278356
Ultimate Reset Challenge Pack	http://teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPCLN305?referringRepId=278356

March is a packed month with great Challenge Pack Promotions AND awesome product offers. Save all month long on the Ultimate Reset Kits and select Pump accessories.

Ultimate Reset Kit Offers:
Complete Kit: $199.95 (from $229.95)
Dual Kit: $349.95 (from $399.95)
Refill Kit: $179.95 (from $199.95)
Challenge Pack: $275.00 (from $305.00)

Pump Equipment Offers:
Complete Barbell Set: $44.50 (from $89.00)
Barbell Weights 2-5lbs: $7.58 (from $15.15)
Barbell Weights 2-10lbs: $13.20 (from $26.40)
Barbell With Speed Safety Clips: $28.45 (from $56.90)
Step With 4 Risers: $49.95 (from $99.90)
Combat Gloves: $19.98 (from $39.95)

Day 57 P90X3 Decelerator completed!

Decelerator was a great workout! It was the first time doing it and was hard, but I liked it. The crane cracker push-ups are crazy hard!

 

Here's a video of some of the moves:

Day 54 P90X3 CVX finished!

I love this one! It always makes me sweat. One more workout for this week and I'm off to block 3. I'm excited!

Day 53 - P90X3 Pilates X finished!

It feels good to finish a workout, especially when I didn't feel like doing it in the first place. I know it will pay off later. Pilates is a great ab workout!

21 Day Fix Challenge Packs are No Longer on Pre-Order

Time is running out! I've been hearing great things about the 21 Day Fix and the sale on the 21 Day Fix Challenge Pack and free shipping ends Friday! The 21 Day Fix Challenge pack is now shipping immediately while the base kit is still on pre-order. 

Also, the 21 Day Fix Challenge Pack is a great way to try Shakeology! There's nothing like it with all the nutritious ingredients and great taste! Retail price for Shakeology is $130/month. So for $10 more you're getting the 21 Day Fix program and a month's supply of Shakeology! It's a great deal! 

Check it out in the shop section here:www.beachbodycoach.com/sminkie

Contact me if you have any questions. I will have a Challenge group starting March 10th. Order now to get in!

Day 52 - P90X3 Accelerator done!

Day 51 of P90X3 completed!

I did Dynamix today. It's a great dynamic stretching routine. Even though it's a stretch routine you still get a good workout. 

Day 50 -P90X3 Isometrix completed

Sunday morning run

Day 48 - P90X3 MMX

Day 48 of P90X3 finished! I'm over halfway done. It's transition week next week and then on to block 3! I'm going to incorporate running now since I should start training for the Portland RocknRoll half marathon which I signed up for at the event last year. We'll see how that goes.

Day 41 - P90X3 MMX

Finished today's workout of P90X3 MMX. I had a great sweat session. I like the mixed martial arts moves!

Day 40 - P90X3 Incinerator

Day 40 of P90X3 completed. 

Look what came in the mail today!

I finally got my Focus T25 shirt! You too can get a free shirt if you complete a beachbody program. Message me to find out how.

Live Chat with 21 Day Fix Creator Autumn Calabrese | Autumn Fitness

Here's today's live chat with Autumn Calabrese, creator of the 21 Day Fix.

Reached my goal weight!

I was amazed when I stepped on the scale this morning! I haven't been at 120 lbs in forever. I can't even remember the last time I weighed this much! This just shows how Beachbody programs truly work as well as taking Shakeology! :)

Day 34 - P90X3 MMX

Day 34 of P90X3 completed. This was an awesome cardio workout! It consists of MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) moves. I've never done any MMA before but I thought it was fun. My form isn't that great lol, but I burned a lot of calories :). Also just a fyi, there were a lot of burpees in it, which Tony calls sprawls.

Day 33 - P90X3 Incinerator

Day 33 of P90X3 done. This was a good weights workout and burnout was a killer! If you like weights, this one's for you. Here are some of the moves. Burnout is not in the video; it was over 2 minutes.

21 Day Fix Kit unavailable to ship but can be Reserved

Just a heads up that Beachbody has experienced a higher than expected demand, and currently do not have enough inventory in the warehouse to ship all 21 Day Fix kits. Until more kits become available, they are unable to ship orders for the 21 Day Fix Essential Kit. The good news, however, is that you can reserve your 21 Day Fix package today for shipment as soon as it becomes available. 
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Day 32 - P90X3 Eccentric Lower

Day 32 of P90X3 Eccentric Lower completed. This was a nice lower body workout. There were squats, lunges
and used weights for most of the moves. Just like Eccentric Upper, you do the moves for three counts and then go quick on the next count. Here is a video to give you an idea of the workout:

Day 30 - P90X3 Triometrics

Day 30 of P90X3 done. Oh my, this was a tough one! It really works your legs but I liked it! I got a great sweat and burned a lot of calories. You do each move for a minute and it's split into three different intensities. It's a great workout!

21 Day Fix February Challenge Pack: Save $70! Available Now!

21 Day Fix is available now! They say it takes 21 days to build a habit. Here's a great program to build a great habit, where you will learn how to eat well using portion control. Also, workouts are 30 mins. Lose up to 10-15 lbs in 21 days. Save $70 on the Challenge Pack and FREE shipping this month!
Here's a link to the Challenge Pack: www.teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCP21D160?referringRepID=278356

Day 29 - P90X3 Eccentric Upper

Day 29 of P90X3 done. This was a good upper body workout! It was a nice pull-ups, push-ups, and weights workout. It was my first time doing it so I wasn't sure what weights to use but I think I'll up the weight on some of the moves next time. Also, sorry about the bad camera angle, lol you can't see me at the top off the pull-ups.

21 DAY FIX - Lose up to 15 lbs in 21 days! 2 more days until it's available!

21 Day Fix comes out this Monday!! Who's excited? Base kit is $59.85 and the Challenge pack which includes one month of Shakeology will be $140. Check out this video about the program! Who wants to join my challenge group for 21 Day Fix? Simple Fitness. Simple Eating. Fast Results. Message me if you're interested.

Day 25 - P90X3 Pilates X

This was a hard core workout. It was my first time doing it so I was not familiar with the moves and breathing. I need to improve on this one a lot. Lol.

Day 24 - P 90X3 Accelerator

Day 24 - P90X3 Accelerator done. First time doing this workout. It's a nice cardio workout! It worked my whole body! There were a lot of planks and leg work. The moves were a minute each and at times the speed changed from fast to faster. I had a nice sweat session.

Shakeology

Shakeology is the healthiest meal of my day! It's fast, convenient to make and tastes so good for being nutritious! If you haven't seen my blog post earlier on why I love shakeology click here: http://stayhealthynfit4you.blogspot.com/2013/11/why-do-i-love-shakeology.html .

For more info, message me on my FB page https://www.facebook.com/coachSminkie or go to http://www.shakeology.com/sminkie.

Day 22 - P90X3 Isometrix

Day 22 of P90X3 - This is the first day of the transition week and Isometrix was a tough one. Tony Horton says in the beginning, "it's the hardest part of yoga." He is totally right. It was hard! It's all about balance. You hold each move for 45 seconds.

Challenge Packs are the Best Value!

Five Days left for you to get the Focus T25 or P90X3 Challenge Pack on sale for $180.

Here are links to the challenge packs:
http://teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPT25205?referringRepId=278356

http://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/BCPX3205?referringRepId=278356

Day 18 - P90X3 The Challenge

First time using the Chin-up Max assist band for this workout and I liked it! It helps a lot! I used to use a chair or stool but using the Chin-up Max is way better! I like getting the full range of motion when doing pull-ups.

But I also need to work on my form on my push-ups but you get the gist.

21 Day Fix Information - Get Exclusive offers starting February 3rd!

What is 21 Day Fix? 21 Day Fix is THE fitness and nutrition program to help you lose up to 15 pounds in 21 days. Each workout is approximately 30 minutes a day, 7 days a week. The unique nutrition plan uses specifically portioned food storage containers that eliminate the guesswork from portion control - no weighing, measuring, or counting calories, carbs or points. If it fits in the container, you can eat it. And you'll lose weight. When eaten in the right quantities, there are no foods that are off limits.

21 Day Fix Program Details Program Length 21 Days Workout Length 30 minutes

Who Should buy the program? Everyone can do 21 Day Fix and get great results. Each workout has a modifier to show easier moves. The test groups included fit people as well as people with 100+ pounds to lose, to be sure that anyone could be successful with this program.

Network Exclusive Offers	Start	End	Price	Shipping
21 Day Fix Challenge Pack Intro Offer	02/03/14	02/28/14	$140	Free
21 Day Fix Base Kit FREE Shipping	02/03/14	02/28/14	$59.85	Free

Questions	Answers
Which kit is included in the Challenge Pack?	The 21 Day Fix Base Kit is included.
How long are the workouts?	Approximately 30 minutes each.
What is the workout schedule?	One 30-minute workout each day for 21 days.
What is included with the container set?	7 color-coded containers + a Shakeology shaker cup.
Can the Eating Plan be done on its' own?	For best results, the eating & workout plan is essential.
Why can't other containers be used?	Few, if any, containers come in the sizes required.
Can I eat out at restaurants during the Fix?	Yes, the Eating Plan includes a Restaurant Guide.
What does "no off-limit foods" mean? Does the meal plan include vegan/vegetarian options?	Treats (like desert & Wine) are incorporated, not of limits. Yes, the plan is not recipe specific & includes those options.

Kit Details			Retail	Club Members	Coach
Essential (Base) Kit**			$59.85	$53.87	$44.89
Ultimate Kit			$119.70	$107.73	$89.78
Ultimate DVD Kit			$29.85	$26.87	$22.39
Plyo Fix Workout			$19.95	$17.96	$14.96
Extra Set of Containers - 7pc			$17.85	$16.07	$13.39

Challenge Pack Details			Retail
Challenge Pack **			$160
What's included in the Base and Ultimate Kit? 21 Day Fix Essentials (Base) Kit 30-day money back guarantee Free GiftsStart Here Guide with Workout Calendar 3-Day Quick Fix** Eating Plan** 24/7 Online Support** Work Outs 7 workouts on 2 DVDs Dirty 30 workout** Total Body Cardio Fix Upper Fix Lower Fix Pilates Fix Cardio Fix Yoga Fix Ultimate WorkoutsNo EquipmentNo Nutrition SamplesNo Containers7 color-coded portion-control containers Shakeology shaker cup **Free Gifts with purchase to keep 21 Day Fix Ultimate Kit 30-day money back guarantee Free GiftsStart Here Guide with Workout Calendar 3-Day Quick Fix** Eating Plan** 24/7 Online Support** Insulated Tote Bag Work Outs7 workouts on 2 DVDs Dirty 30 workout** Total Body Cardio Fix Upper Fix Lower Fix Pilates Fix Cardio Fix Yoga Fix Ultimate WorkoutsFlat Abs Fix Barre Legs Equipment1 Pro-Grade Resistance Band (Pink=15lbs) Nutrition SamplesNo Containers7 color-coded portion-control containers Shakeology shaker cup Large on-the-go container Recommended Equipment: Yoga Mat or Beachbody miniMAT are helpful but not required. Required Equipment: Dumbbells or a resistance band are used in some of the workouts. The 21 Day Fix program takes the guesswork out of weight loss. It's a unique portion-control system combined with easy-to-follow workouts that fit into anyone's busy schedule. Trainer Autumn Calabrese shares her passion for food and fitness as she shows you how to make simple choices that add up to life-changing results. Autumn Calabrese is a celebrity fitness trainer and national-level bikini competitor. A rising star in the fitness community, she's made a name for herself by helping people lose weight and get fit through simple portion control and consistent exercise. Autumn holds personal training certificates from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American Fitness Professionals & Associates (AFPA). Her supportive, motivating style has made her a highly sought-after expert among celebrities and the fitness industry. Building on a foundation of good food choices and exercise habits, Autumn empowers her clients to reach their goals in a healthy, sustainable way. In addition to her celebrity clientele, Autumn is the fitness specialist for ModernMom.com. Her workouts have been featured in C magazine, LA Parent, The Palisadian-Post, and Daily Candy, and on TV shows like Home & Family. With a passionate, entrepreneurial spirit, Autumn is the perfect addition to the Beachbody family of trainers.

Day 14 - P90X3 Dynamix

Two weeks of P90X3 done :)! P90X3 Dynamix is a great dynamic stretching workout. I would recommend doing it on rest days. It helps increase range of motion, flexibility and stabilization.

New program coming in February, 21 Day Fix

This February, Beachbody is releasing an all new program, the 21 Day Fix, that combines simple fitness with a simple eating plan that will give you real, noticeable results in JUST 21 days.

Here's a sneak peak of the Total Body Cardio workout.



Check out their Facebook page for more details and updates: https://www.facebook.com/21DayFix