Now that we’ve reached the end of January I hope everyone is still on track with their New Year’s Resolutions! If you’ve gotten a little OFF track that’s OK…just make sure that you adjust your course and don’t fall back into your old habits! Here in Michigan we are experiencing near sub-zero temperatures but it won’t be long before we’ll be thinking about getting back into our swimsuits!
I would LOVE to receive updates on your progress to help YOU stay on track. Feel free to send pictures and stories to share! BTW–Beachbody put together a quick video that explains how to take the best before and after photos. I really could have used these tips for my first round of P90X! Check it out!
There is so much to share! But, I’ll try to keep it short! 🙂
A couple weeks ago I attended my first kettlebell workshop! Prior to that I had never picked up a kettlebell so I learned all about swings, jerks, presses, and switches! One exercise I found exceptionally challenging was the Russian Twist. For those P90Xers out there…you basically do Mason Twists while lifting your legs off the ground and moving a kettlebell from side to side. I was lucky enough to be working with a 8kg KB so that was pretty tough! Anyway, I’m looking forward to working a bit more with kettlebells so I can continue to add even more variety to my P90X/Insanity/running routine.
Yeah, kettlebells can be a bit expensive! But if you want to experiment with swings (a fundamental KB move) and have some weight plates at home you can make your own KBs for about $10! Check out this video for detailed instructions:
And speaking of Insanity….Asylum (Insanity 2) should be released sometime before spring! I’ll be sure to share the details with you as soon as they become available. Also, P90XMC2 (MC=muscle confusion) is currently in development!
Also, SHAUN T is coming to Columbus, OH (!!) for a workout on February 12th. I don’t have a lot of details yet but if you live in the midwest and are interested in working out LIVE with Shaun T let me know and I will keep you in the loop!
I’m currently doing another hybrid Round of P90X mixed with some Insanity and running. Mixing it up and adding variety is the spice of fitness! Like I said I’ll soon be adding kettlebells to my routine and also ordered ChaLEAN Extreme for even MORE variety. Right now you can get $30 off ChaLEAN Extreme until January 31st. I got $30 off on top of my 25% coach discount…so instead of paying $119.85 I only paid $67.39!
It doesn’t surprise me that 85% of Beachbody coaches sign-up just to get the discount! If you’re hesitant about becoming a “coach” because it sounds like work…it doesn’t need to be if all you want is the discount! If you have questions about it please feel free to send me a message or check out some of the articles in the Coaches Corner.
If you’re interested in learning more about what ChaLEAN Extreme is all about check out this video (wow, lots of videos today!):
In the meantime, please feel free to send me a report on your progress and check out daily tips and news on my Facebook page: http://facebook.com/amandasfitclub
And one small favor! I may be in the market for a treadmill soon so if anyone can recommend a brand or model I would love to hear your review! Thanks 🙂
Amanda is a wife, toddler mom, PMAD survivor, certified nutrition and running coach, recovering perfectionist, and minimalist-in-training. Her mission in life is to help others get off the pity potty, embrace their own brand of weirdness, and get after their dreams. Proverbs 3:5-6