22 Minute Hard Corps - Details HERE!

Hello!  Welcome to my blog!  This entry is all about our BRAND-NEW program 22 Minute Hard Corps!  This one was created by Tony Horton and will be available March 1st through your Team Beachbody Coach (ME!).  Info on that at the bottom of this entry!  

I will be hosting a group who will be doing this program together and we will be connecting in a "secret" FB group from our homes all over the country.  I just LOVE these groups and can't wait to do this new program together!  Being part of groups like this has CHANGED my own life.  See photo at the end of this entry.  :) Over the past 2+ years, I have found dramatic changes in my own health all through Team Beachbody programs.  Clean eating has become a lifestyle for our family.  

So - SHORT on time?  We all are, right?  22 minutes a day?  For a fitness program? Start to FINISH.  What????  We can all make time for that, right??? Minimal equipment required.  More on that below!

The program is 8 weeks in length, 6 days a week, 1 workout a day for 22 minutes! We CAN DO THIS! There are 8 different routines in the program. The pace is fast and there is little rest. The moves will be simple to learn but will be a challenge as we implement them! The routines are action-packed to make the most of every single minute! The drill work is set to a cadence.

Tony Horton is the creator of this program and some of the individuals on the DVD are actual veterans! Pretty neat! He has actually worked with our military in their training and will be bringing some of that to our own homes through this new program! Each day of the program consists of a series of total body rounds within the 22 minute workout window, rotating through functional resistance, cardio, and core focused workouts. This one is no-nonsense!

In March, I will be hosting my upcoming challenge group where others will be doing 22 Minute Hard Corps. YOU are invited to join us!  Application below!

Who should buy 22 Minute Hard Corps?
Anyone looking to buy a comprehensive, total-body fitness program without overly complex moves. It's ideal for those who prefer shorter workouts such as P90X3 and T25; those looking for a more challenging, intermediate level workout after completing P90 or 21 Day Fix; and those who are not ready for an extreme fitness program. Anyone who craves a simple, flexible nutrition plan to help them reach their goals should try 22 Minute Hard Corps.

What is the difference between 22 Minute Hard Corps and P90X/P90X3?
P90X and P90X3 are 90-day extreme fitness programs. Both programs provide an extensive variety of fat-burning, muscle-perfecting moves that continually challenge the body and are considered advanced workouts.
22 Minute Hard Corps is a shorter, intermediate level program that has total body routines to improve overall fitness. It is inspired by the tried and true methods of boot camp fitness programs and uses a military-style cadence to provide an intense workout in only 22 minutes.

What is the workout schedule?
1 workout a day, 6 days a week, for 8 weeks.

What size workout space is needed?
6 square feet of space is recommended.

What shoes are recommended for the program?
Cross trainers or tennis shoes are best.

Do the workouts include a modifier?
Yes. All workouts include a modifier for reduced intensity or limited equipment access.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Dumbbells, chin-up bar OR resistance band with door attachment 

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Chin-Up Max, Beachbody Jump Mat and Beachbody PT Sandbag are helpful but not required.

WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS
CARDIO 1: This 7-move workout gets your heart pumping from Minute One. Keep up with the platoon and earn a massive calorie burn.

CARDIO 2: This is basic training, but there's nothing easy about it. It's 3 rounds of 7 exercises, but these moves will push your fitness even further.
CARDIO 3: This cardio routine alternates between floor work and plyo moves for 3 hard-driving rounds.
CORE 1: Get ready to work your lower back, abs, and obliques in this epic, 10-move drill.
CORE 2: The reps are doubled in Core 2 to test your limits and maximize the burn.
RESISTANCE 1: 5 simple resistance moves in 3 back-to-back rounds.
RESISTANCE 2 : More resistance, more sweat, and more muscles recruited.
RESISTANCE 3: This resistance workout adds plyometric strength training to challenge your endurance.
BATTLE BUDDY: In this workout, you'll pair up with a "Battle Buddy" to take on this calorie-scorching, partner-based workout challenge.

So - what do you think??  Could you see this fitting into your own life?  I look forwad to connecting with you!  I SO ENJOY helping my clients to find their best results as we all improve our health together.  Coaching is what I do full-time and I lead a team who is passionate about what we do.  Through becoming part of my 22 Minute Hard Corps group, you will be surrounded by encouragement and practical tools.  Imagine where we will be by Memorial Day??  Let's get started!

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Hammer and Chisel RESULTS!

I just finished Hammer and Chisel, which is a 60 Day program! HURRAY! Here is a video which I recorded immediately after finishing my final routine this past weekend!  Click here for my candid thoughts on Hammer and Chisel!

Here is a blog entry with more about the length of routines plus the descriptions.  That entry also talks more about our Performance Line, which I have incorporated myself for the first time during Hammer and Chisel.  
Guess what happened with Hammer and Chisel? I GAINED 5 pounds with this program, yet my photo at the top of this entry definitely shows a positive difference in body shape! While getting into my best shape so far - I gained weight??  Hmm... lesson to learn in all of this! And best shape somehow does NOT = "lowest weight ever"??? I am still on the journey, no doubt. Healthy is a lifestyle, not a goal to reach and set aside. I have really enjoyed the changes that I have seen in myself with Hammer and Chisel. I am stronger, leaner and feel good about progress in myself, especially because after 29 months at this, change in shape is not always super-visible. I think that I am on the right track and look forward to what will be next for me!

The big takeaway here is --- DO NOT JUST LOOK AT THE SCALE!

Measure progress with photos, measurements, fit of clothes, how you feel from the inside out, what you see in the mirror and what you hear from those who spend time with you (provided they are quality people with your best at heart!). 

I will most definitely return to this program again in the future and I am thankful to have it as part of my collection!

  

In September 2013, I set out to change my health through clean eating and home fitness. I went on to lose 60 pounds since that day and many other things have changed as well. No more migraines, cycle became regular, more energy, cholesterol and triglycerides lowered significantly and clothing went from an 18/20 to a 10/12. I have made my way through ChaLEAN Extreme, 21 Day Fix, PiYo, Insanity Max 30, Fix Extreme, Cize, and then some of Body Beast as I prepared for the December 2015 release of Hammer and Chisel! I have LOVED this lifting-based program and have enjoyed seeing my own changes through this one!

  Having completed Hammer and Chisel, I have launched into a hybrid of Insanity Max 30, ChaLEAN Extreme and PiYo as I get ready for a cruise (our first!) which is coming up in just under 3 weeks! After that I will be tackling the soon to be released 22 Minute Hard Corps with Tony Horton for my first-ever bootcamp style of workout program! 

If you would like help with your own health, I would be very happy to connect with you!   Nearly two years ago, I became a coach and so enjoy helping others with their own progress!   Please complete the application below and we will get started! 

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Cauliflower "Rice"

Hello!  Welcome to my blog!  My name is Jeanette.   I am a mom of two who enjoys horses, outdoor activities, friendship, coffee and the changing seasons here in northwestern PA.

In September 2013, I began taking steps to change my life by improving my health through clean eating, home fitness and being part of FB-based accountability groups!

I became a coach in March 2014 in order to share these things with others! It is an honor to work daily with those who are making personal progress as well as leading a team of coaches who are doing the same!

Looking back on the past two+ years, I am filled will a variety of emotions. I can't help but think... what if I had not taken a chance on myself?

I would still be 60 pounds heavier and likely more...

Rather than dropping to a size 10/12, I would probably still be in my 18/20 or higher.

My cholesterol and triglyceride levels were becoming a concern and who knows where they would have climbed without change?

And the thing that takes my breath away?? What would I have missed out on doing with my husband and kids these past two years because I did not have the energy, ability, confidence or desire to put myself out here and try it??

If you are interested in making your own changes or helping others to do the same, we should talk! I would be glad to help you in getting started with your own new chapter!

Now, for the Cauliflower Rice! 

First, all carbs are not bad! But some of us look for ways to trim down our number of carb servings. Personally, I aim for 2-3 per day and I look for quality grains such as sweet potato, quinoa, brown rice, oats, Ezekiel bread, potatoes, beans, etc. 

When possible, I do like to eat my grains earlier in the day to give my body more time to process them.

But sometimes you just want a grain with dinner! They do round out the plate nicely.

OR - how about a veggie "disguised" as a grain!

Tonight was our first time to try this approach with cauliflower. It was excellent and really quite easy!  I encourage you to give it a try!  You just might be surprised.  :)

Fixate Macaroni and Cheese

Clean Eating Mac-N-Cheese for a Crowd!
                                                                 Serves 8-10

** this recipe is based on a recipe from the Fixate cookbook by Autumn Calabrese. I have adjusted the quantities/ratio to be convenient in cooking for a crowd!  

I was making dinner to share with friends and also for my own household.  We did serve a plate of fresh veggies on the side but I didn't want to make this entire dish as "broccoli-heavy" when preparing it to serve to a bunch of kids!  This version does include more pasta per serving than the "21 Day Fix approved" original Fixate version from Autumn which I will share later in this blog entry!

2 pounds lean ground beef or chicken breast

16 ounces pasta of choice - preferably whole grain
12 ounces broccoli florets, chopped and steamed
8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar, cubed into bits
4 cups unsweetened almond milk
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons whole wheat flour
Sprinkle of sea salt

1) Thoroughly brown your ground beef or cut rotisserie chicken into chunks or cube cooked chicken breast - whatever your preference!

2) Cook pasta in a large pot, according to package directions, keeping it firm! Drain pasta and set aside. 

3) Use that same warmed pot to melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and be attentive so that lumps do not form! Add the milk, one cup at a time, whisking thoroughly along the way. Next add the cheese and give it time to melt, stirring every moment or so. Allow the mixture to simmer on medium-low heat for a few moments, stirring often.

4) Steam the chopped broccoli florets while step #3 is underway!

5) Add meat, broccoli and pasta to cheese sauce. Mix gently but thoroughly. Top with a bit of sea salt and give another stir.

6) Serve immediately OR place in a baking dish to reheat later at dinnertime.


"Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli and Chicken"  
                                  as found in Fixate on page 155 and serves 8
                          21 Day Fix = 1 Green, 1 Yellow, 1/2 Red, 1/2 Blue

4 ounces dry whole wheat macaroni or pasta
4 tsp. organic grass-fed butter or extra-virgin organic coconut oil 
2 Tbsp. unbleached whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
1 1/4 cups freshly grated extra-sharp cheddar  
3 cups cooked chopped chicken breast, boneless, skinless
6 cups chopped broccoli florets, steamed  
1 tsp. sea salt
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
You would then follow the steps above on how to prepare this recipe!

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

(per serving): Calories: 250

Total Fat: 10 g Saturated Fat: 5 g Cholesterol: 68 mg Sodium: 491 mg Carbohydrates: 15 g Fiber: 2 g Sugars: 0 g Protein: 26 g