Let's see, I really do not know where to begin! Firstly, let me give you an idea about my excitement, but before I do that, let me share with you what I've been doing since 2011. And I promise not to write a book =).
Well, before 2011....I was working in the night life and hospitality industry. It was a great learning experience, I made a lot of money, but I was a totally different person back then. I don't want to bore you with all the details, but in a nutshell, I needed to find a way to change my lifestyle to a much healthier one, not that I wasn't having fun, I was.....but I wasn't responsible, and at the rate that I was going, I had maybe another 10 years or less of living. My habits consisted of drinking, partying, creating bad relationships, and spending money like there was no tomorrow. Some people call this a dream life, I called it a disguise. The truth is, I wasn't happy, I was searching for something more...aren't we all?
The idea of NOT being on this planet to watch my daughter grow and live her life was a wake up call to change my life, so what did I do? I committed to living a more healthy lifestyle.
Fast forward to present day. I am still not a millionaire lol, but that was NEVER my goal. I would love to be able to donate a million dollars to my church and charities one day, that would be too cool! And of course, my commitment to being the best father to my daughter will always be NUMBER ONE, oh and another small goal....to just have enough income to travel and see all 196 countries one day.
Volunteering at an Orphanage Trip in Monterrey Mexico
I've been a Beachbody Coach for a little over 6 years now, and although I am not considered a TOP COACH, I am happy to say that I do this for a living. What is it that I do? It's simple, I live a healthy lifestyle and share it with people, and I do this all from the convenience of my smartphone and macbook. I've been traveling the world for years now, and just recently have been focused on my cause related media project where I create obstacle racing videos to benefit charity. I do P90X in my hotel, campsites or wherever I sleep. This is how I've been able to live healthy and fit and travel the world for my project. I mean, I can't be sharing my OCRTUBE project with people, and not be taking care of my body right? Thank goodness for Beachbody on Demand Digital, and shipping companies (my family) for sending me my Shakeology wherever I am around the world!
Nothing better than learning about different cultures, and meeting people from all over the world
El Salvador
Ok yeah, enough about me right! Well, it was never about me to be honest. I could not be where I am today with my happiness if it weren't for the people that I've met through my coaching business. I wanted to share and meet more people like me around the world, and although I was able to work my online coaching business from anywhere around the world, I was not able to create partnerships with the people that I met because my affiliate company was only doing business in the USA and Canada....but this is about to change.
We are finally opening markets outside of the USA, US Trust Territories, and Canada! I am unsure of the countries that will be added at this point, but I'm pretty excited to share what I've been doing with the people that I've met from all the countries that I have visited. Most of these people have been either world travelers, corporate drop outs, missionaries, digital nomads, obstacle racers, and just straight up all around good people.
What does all of this mean? Well, remember when I told you that what changed my life in 2011 was when I committed to a more health and fit lifestyle? This means that I can also help others around the world that want to be more happy, more healthy, and even start their own company. YES, I know that I can do this now (with or without my affiliate company), but trust me guys, this vehicle makes it ONE MILLION times better, and can make a bigger difference!
I cannot begin to tell you how this makes me feel. To be able to help people become more happy, healthy, and financially fit, I mean.....what else is there? Think of the impact that this would make around the world! Are you feeling my vibe? Read more on how you can join my tribe!
As this opportunity become available in certain countries, I will be connecting and following up with all of you who have shown me interest in living better, and making a difference. Whether that just be for yourself, or for some of you who have entrepreneur tendencies, I am excited to share the possibilities with you, and finally form global business and customer partnerships.
If you are just as EXCITED as I am, and you live in a country outside of the USA and Canada, please message me the following below, and I will be sure to keep you posted on when this opportunity will be available in your market.
STAY IN THE KNOW:
1. Your full name
2. You country of residence
3. Choose one or all that interest you the most
- Being more healthy and fit
- Starting an online business)
Connect with me here on Facebook or on OCRTUBE, and send me the following details above.
Join my Online Fitness Accountability Group, this is open to everyone of all countries!
Carl Daikeler, the CEO of Beachbody once said "Beachbody shouldn't be your life, it should give you a life", and that is something that I live by every single day.
When I started coaching in late 2010, I would have never thought that this crazy little workout program called P90X would provide me with such an amazing and abundant life. My story is really no different than any other story you've seen uploaded on Youtube, or pinned on Pinterest, or whatever social media network that you use. But I can tell you this, I've always had deep passions ever since I can remember. I guess you can say that I was always a GOAL DIGGER.
My first P90X Transformation
I remember telling my mother growing up that I wanted to be a SUPER HERO, so that I could protect her from all the bad people in the world. I can recall telling my Dad that I was going to be a millionaire so that he didn't have to work as hard as he did. At an early age, taking care of my family was important to me. I remember talking to my brothers and sisters many years ago about chipping in to purchase a summer home to host our family reunions.
My passions in life are pretty simple, let me share them with you:
1. Family
2. Travel
3. Entrepreneurism
4. Health and Fitness
5. Faith
I can actually go on and on about what fuels me, but those are my TOP 5 PASSIONS in life. What are yours?
Adventure Travel - my extreme passion!
I think that as we all get older, life just gets in the way of what we truly want out of life. We get so distracted by our jobs, boring activities, and stressful deadlines, that we forget about what matters most to us. This is exactly what happened to me. I was so busy trying to make a buck, that I totally forgot about my life. Do you relate?
Family Reunions is what always brings me back to my reality. I LOVE spending time with my family, it's what I enjoy the most, and this is when I encountered one of my defining moments. My brother gave me a set of P90X DVD's and I started a new chapter in my life. I began a health and fitness journey in late 2010, and I cannot begin to tell you how much of an impact it has done for me. Not only am I fitter than ever, but I am also financially free from a boss. What does that mean? Let me explain.
It seems like it was only a few years ago, but I dreadfully worked 3 jobs, 100 hours a week, and on top of that, I still barely made enough to pay my bills. I had broken relationships, drank all the time, and was not happy. I knew that I had to change something with my life if I wanted to change some things in my life. Becoming a Beachbody Coach has changed everything! I don't want to sound like I am bragging, but I actually feel like I am on vacation every single day because all I do is workout, spend time with family, and travel all the time. Again, I do not say this to brag, because it wasn't an easy task, it was hard work, but it was oh so worth it. And I know that if I can do it, then you can too!
- How would you like to fulfill all of your passions?
- How would you like the option of working your job instead of being required to work for someone?
- Does sleeping in sound good to you? Waking up when you want to, not with an alarm clock.
- How would you like to go on vacations and not worry about what's in your wallet?
- Imagine being able to donate a million dollars to your favorite charity or church?
The list goes on........
- How would you like to run obstacle course races or marathons around the world?
- What about the simple things in life like picking up your kids from school, or watching their ball games?
- What about taking your spouse to a nice dinner any time you want?
- How about buying your dream home in different countries around the world?
- How would you like to spend more time with the people who mean most to you, like your family and close friends?
Beachbody Coaching may seem like a business (and it is), but it's a business that you can do full or part-time to help you fuel your passions. If I could build this business working over 100 hours a week, then I know you can too, no matter what situation you're in! It took me a little over 2 years to make Beachbody Coaching my full time gig, and I know some of you may be thinking "that's a long time!", but I'm sure that you would agree that it's a lot better than working for someone for 20-40 years of your life? Who wants to do that? I know that I didn't want to.
Working full time at my job, and part-time for my fortune. That's what I did when I first started, in fact, that's what most people do. But if you are passionate about what you are doing, having fun, and you would like to get more healthy and fit, while helping others, then guess what? This is the financial vehicle that you may be looking for.
Financial & Time Freedom begins with making a decision to WORK HARD FOR IT
Fueling your passion can be defined as doing something that you love while doing something you love. But here's the thing, most people have it all wrong. The average person fuels their passion by doing something that they don't like doing such as working a dead end job, working late hours all week for a couple days of freedom, only to go back the next week and do it all over again. Where's the fun in that?
It doesn't have to be that way. If I told you that you can actually do something that makes you feel good about yourself while helping others, and that it could help you fulfill your PASSIONS, would you do it? I'm pretty sure that you would say YES. It's all about getting the right information from the right people. There are too many people out there talking smack about the things that they don't know anything about, you know what I'm talking about =)
Some people say that they have had many lost opportunities, and if they have done this, or if they have done that, or if they "GOT IN" earlier etc. that they would be successful right now. That might be partially true, but what they fail to understand is that there are many more opportunities out there, and I would be happy to share one with you, but only if you are 100% ready to not make any excuses to pursue your passion. I'm talking about having an "ALL IN" mind set.
Are you serious about making big changes in your life. Are you goals really important to you? If you are ready to FUEL YOUR PASSION, then it first starts with moving forward and making a DECISION to make it happen. Are you a talker, or are you a DOER? These are all questions that we must all ask ourselves when making big life decisions. But that's it....in order to live the good life, you must first learn to LIVE THE GOOD LIFE!
If you are ready to find out how you can fuel your passion through Beachbody Coaching, then feel free to message me here, looking forward to hearing from you soon! =)
I'm sure that you've heard athletes, health freaks, coaches, and gym rats say, "It's a lifestyle baby", and it really is. When I decided to make health and fitness a BIG DEAL back in 2010, I did not know that there was actually so many active communities of people and lifestyles to connect with. I was like, where have I been? It was a game changer for me coming from the night life to the fit life.
Through the years, I have met so many amazing fitness-minded people from all over the world, different backgrounds and interests, but what I've noticed is that they all have one thing in common.....and that's staying active in their own way. Of course some of them take it to more extreme measures than others, but a good majority of them all agree that staying active and eating healthy is a lifestyle that can ultimately bring them happiness, freedom, and success.
Some of these people who are even business savvy, or are willing to learn the ropes of entrepreneurism and online marketing, have found true wealth within their passion for the active lifestyle, and are truly the backbone of the fitness industry. These are the people who willingly pay it forward by helping others learn about what health and fitness can do for them. It's no wonder why this industry continues to grow year after year. With the obesity epidemic growing in all parts of the world, "paying it forward", by helping end the obesity trend is probably the single most powerful, and meaningful thing to be a part of.
Here are 4 types of fitness lifestyles, which one are you?
1. Extreme - Professional athletes, highly competitive personalities, and people who depend on their lifestyle to put food on the table, or don't care about monetary things, but spend their money only to maintain their extreme active lifestyle. They tend to freak people out about how serious their nutrition is, and typically workout on their own because no one can keep up with them, or maybe are even intimidated by them. These people are on a whole new planet, they have found their true mojo and don't care what people think. They are always looking for the next extreme adventure, new technology in sports science, and new training methods. They tend to have shallow personalities and bad attitudes because sometimes they think their sh%t doesn't stink, but if you look hard enough, you will find plenty of down to earth extreme athletes who are willing to share their secrets, and even have some liquid grains with you. Even though they have the fitness credentials, most extreme athletes are not business savvy which can hurt them in the long run. Those who learn to leverage their credentials with creative business ventures go on to create million dollar empires.
2. Competitive - These people come from all walks of life. They can keep up with the extreme athletes, but don't feel it necessary to be so anal about what they do. They love competition, but they also love sharing it with people, and although they still enjoy working out alone, they are open to working out with a group of people too. Nutrition is a big part of their lifestyle, so weekly meal prepping is what a lot of them do. These people enjoy adventure. They are definitely more open-minded then their extreme counterparts. Most of these people have jobs, but are working on creating a multiple source of income to help fuel their active lifestyle. The ones who have built wealth in this category have a huge passion for helping people, and they are big time motivators.
3. Active - These people are still into group fitness, and some just like the idea of working out alone at home, no gym required. They understand the importance of living the active lifestyle, but haven't really made the accomplishment to do it on their own yet, but some have. They like to enjoy life, and don't take things into the extreme. They are healthy eaters, and most are pretty darn social people. They are open to sharing their journey with people and are great supporters, probably the best, because they also find that when they support others, it also motivates them. They love the group atmosphere because it helps them get more motivated. Believe it or not, these people are mostly the entrepreneurs because they are not just focused on their journey, it's more about sharing and helping others. They are great listeners, and have a huge following because of their dedication to helping others.
4. Weekend Warriors - These people still love the couch =) But although they are not as active, they are working on it. They know what they need to do, but still haven't found their mojo. Most of them rely on group fitness to keep them motivated, so working out on their own is out of the question. They tend to workout at home with friends and family, but if no one comes over, they won't do it. They lack the mindset, and need guidance. They do occasional 5K races or mud runs to have fun, and they are still trying to learn about nutrition. They have cheat meals more than they should, but they do feel guilty because they know deep down inside that they want to be more healthy and fit, they just need the right motivation, the right people to help them, and the mind set to succeed. They can be very social people, but some are extreme introverts. They are in and out of fitness, but are focused on one day making it a lifestyle. These people would make great entrepreneurs because they are relatable. People relate to struggles and if these Weekend Warriors would just share their struggles with others, they would ultimately get the motivation that they need to succeed both physical and financial. Bottom line is that there is so much potential for the people in this category, they just need to make a decision to make it happen.
So although it is tough to really describe each and every category of fitness lifestyle, this is just a general idea of the types of people I have met along my own fitness journey. Feel free to comment below if you fall into any of these categories, or even help me address anything that you feel I have missed. Some people may even be living a hybrid lifestyle in which they can be a little extreme sometimes, at least I know that I can =). If you are a Weekend Warrior, let's talk. I would love to help you get more active because I've been there. I can honestly say that the active lifestyle is very rewarding, and all it takes sometimes is surrounding yourself with the right people who are positive, uplifting, and 100% supportive. If you believe that you can do it, trust me, it will happen!
Stay active my friends, and feel free to connect with me on Facebook here!
For the record, I am a Full Time Star Diamond Beachbody Coach, and also a PROUD Filipino-American. I decided to create a blog post about this to help other Filipino-Americans understand that it is very possible to become successful as a Beachbody Coach, as well as an ENTREPRENEUR.
I have been a Beachbody Coach since late 2010, and when I started, there were not very many filipinos pursuing the goal of becoming a Beachbody Coach. Even to this day, you do not see very many Filipinos on the recognition stage at the Beachbody Coach events. My question that I always ask myself is WHY? Filipinos are one of the most hard-working, loyal, and committed people on the planet, so why aren't there very many filipinos flocking to the opportunity? Since my success with P90X in late 2010, I have been contacted by hundreds of filipinos from all over the world about getting in shape. One of the questions that I always get is "Can I still get good results while still eating filipino food?" Yes, there is a huge difference in the food culture with the filipino community, but just like anything, it's all about wanting to change some things in your life, to change some things in your life, and sometimes it means having to do things differently from what you're accustomed too.
There are many reasons why I believe that you cannot find very many filipinos striving for success as a Beachbody Coach, or an entrepreneur for that matter, and I will share some of them with you below, but I will mainly focus on ways that filipinos can be successful in this fast-growing industry. Before I begin, I would like to say that I love my filipino culture, and this post does not represent all filipinos. I know that there are many filipinos who are moving up the ranks in the Beachbody Coaching Business, but it would definitely be nice to see more. Also, for the record, I do not support and promote racism, and although this post is about success as a filipino Beachbody Coach, anyone can use and customize this information to succeed as a Beachbody Coach whether they are filipino or not. Beachbody Coaching is for everyone!
Here are some ways to become a SUCCESSFUL Filipino Beachbody Coach:
WHITE RICE - Get rid of it! Now this might seem pretty intense, but the truth hurts. It's no secret that if you want good results (you know like abs), it is best to get your CARBS from whole grains. Trust me, it was very tough for me to switch from white rice to brown rice, but my goal was bigger than my craving for eating white rice. You don't have to quit cold turkey, try eating it in moderation first, then slowly make the switch to brown rice. Once you have achieved your health and fitness goal, you can simply eat it as a cheat meal every now and again. This goes for a lot of filipino foods that are not very healthy. In order to become successful as a Beachbody Coach, it starts with you, making yourself better and healthier. Just because you do not eat white rice everyday doesn't mean you're a filipino sell out, it means that you care about your health, your life, and your family, so don't let anyone tell you differently. I've seen way too many filipinos live short lives because of chronic illnesses that could have been prevented by eating healthier foods. Make good food choices, be open to Beachbody Fitness and Nutrition, and share it with the community, you can make a difference!
Drinking my Shakeology before attending a Beachbody Event - Las Vegas
NOT ALL SUCCESSFUL FILIPINOS ARE DOCTORS - Growing up in a filipino household and attending a lot of filipino events, there was always people talking about how successful this filipino doctor was, and how rich they were as a medical professional. Almost every single time, I would hear someone brag about how rich their doctor friend was. I mean, I get it already. These people have worked hard for what they have, but what about the other successful people? What about the restaurant owners, the financial gurus, the self-made people, and franchise owners? Why weren't they getting any credit? I grew up in a family of entrepreneurs. My grand parents owned small retail shacks and restaurants. My father ended up owning a number of restaurants, and even a very successful catering and concession business in Florida. I grew up wanting to be in business for myself. The idea of working for someone just DID NOT interest me one bit, and I knew at an early age that it wasn't for me. So yes, I get it. Not a lot of filipinos grew up in households with entrepreneur minds, but that doesn't mean that you cannot be one. Beachbody Coaching teaches you how to become an entrepreneur, and how to make it on your own. Most filipinos have the mind set of working for other people all of their working lives, it's how they were raised. But I want to tell you that filipinos come from a very hard-working culture, so why not work hard for yourself? All it takes is a decision, because you already know what hard work and dedication is all about. So take that hardcore work ethic, and go in business for yourself, it will be a lot more rewarding! There are many medical professionals who have retired and have gone on to make Beachbody Coaching their full time gig. Isn't is cool to be able to help people as a medical professional as a hobby versus a career? Doctors volunteer their services and help people all over the world. Whether you are a doctor, lawyer, or whatever.... Beachbody Coaching can allow you the freedom of doing your passion when you want, where you want, and most importantly, on your own terms. Now that's freedom!
INFLUENTIAL - We all come from a culture where we are easily influenced by media, and other things such as your job, friends and family. I think it's ok to be influenced, if what is influencing you is positive and can better your life. I think that this is always a challenge by not just filipinos, but for everyone. I remember growing up and hearing conversations like: go to school, get good grades, go to college, and get a good job! "Everyone is doing it!" Now I'm definitely not knocking education, in fact, I highly encourage it! But instead of going for a good job, why not start a business? Don't wait after 20-40 years to find out that all that time you were making your boss rich and paying for his/her family vacations, when you could've been building a strong financial future for you and your family. Beachbody Coaching teaches you how to build a business part-time while you are working full time at your job, and in 2 to 5 years, you will eventually be able to enjoy a 6-7 figure residual to help you live the rest of your life, the best of your life! It doesn't have to take 20-40 years to retire if you play your cards right. Be careful who you are influenced by, if it doesn't benefit you and your family in a positive way, then most likely you are wasting your time, and nobody has time for that! =)
Run your Beachbody Coaching Business from anywhere!
CULTURE - I can't give up white rice, working out is a western thing, I can't speak good english, I don't have a big network, I don't have a lot of friends, my job is a workout so I don't need to workout.....I've heard all the excuses in the book. Just like anyone else, filipinos will also make excuses why they don't have any money and time to live a healthier lifestyle, and even become a Beachbody Coach. Listen, it's not a culture thing, a money thing, or a time thing, it's your life that we're talking about here. Rather than making excuses about not having enough time to workout, or not having the skills on how to become a better version of yourself financially, maybe try focusing on what is the most important thing in your life, and start making things happen. I used to make a lot of excuses, and I hid behind them all the time, because it was the easy way out. You may think that you have to work harder as a minority, but that should even be more motivation to become successful, to fight for you and what you believe in, and to show the community that yes, filipinos can also be successful as a Beachbody Coach. Now I'm not saying that Beachbody Coaching can be the solution to your health and wealth problems, I'm saying that it is, and I am proof of that. =) If you want a better life, I encourage you to refrain from making any culture excuses, just start making things happen. If you need help, I am here for you!
Working out in Baclaran, Philippines
Arnel Banawa is a Star Diamond Beachbody Coach focused on ending the trend of obesity though Beachbody fitness and nutrition, helping the sport of obstacle course racing grow, and promoting independent world travel. Connect with me on Facebook!
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A lot of people think that when you become a Beachbody Coach that you have to try to cater to EVERYONE! That is somewhat true, but it's really more about finding your NICHE, and once you've done that, it makes it much easier to brand yourself, along with your future fitness empire. Here are some examples of what some Beachbody Coaches specialize in and who they cater to:
- Single Parents
- College Students
- Families
- Young Professionals
- Athletes
- Personal Trainers who are interested in providing more options to their clients
- People with Weight Loss Goals
- Obstacle Course Racers
- Vegans
- Business Owners who want to diversify
- Over 50 and Fit
- Aspiring Entrepreneurs
- Pregnant Women
- Health Nuts
These are just a few examples of some NICHE MARKETS as a Beachbody Coach. As you can see, Beachbody Coaches can be anyone, and they are! What's even more exciting is that Beachbody Coaches can provide solutions to anyone who simply wants to be happy, healthy, and even financially free! Every Coach will have their own specialty, but that does not mean that they cannot help other people who have other goals. For example, I mostly help people who want to become better athletes and would like to train and prepare for an obstacle course race, endurance event or a 5K etc. But I can also help people who want to shed some pounds or want to get super ripped, that's because we (the company who we are affiliated with, Beachbody) have fitness and nutrition programs for everyone! As a Beachbody Coach, it is very important to find your niche because you will be able to make better use of your time in regards to the way that you post things on social media, how you relate to people, and all of this will come to play with your time management and productivity as a Beachbody Coach.
Here are some things to ask yourself that can maybe help you find your niche:
- What are you passionate about?
- Who do you hang around with?
- What social media channel are you savvy with?
- Which Beachbody fitness and nutrition programs have you done?
- What are your hobbies?
- Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Finding your Niche is very important!
I have been a Beachbody Coach since late 2010, and I didn't really find my niche until I found my passion in obstacle course racing (about a year into it), so it may take some time to find your niche, but that's ok, it will happen. I absolutely love helping people become better athletes, but at the same time, I am also heavily focused on finding aspiring entrepreneurs who love living the healthy lifestyle and has a little business savviness in their blood, because it's not all about helping people with their health and fitness goals (that's only the beginning), it's also about helping them get financially fit as well, and when you put two and two together, you get one heck of an awesome lifestyle!
I have seen people who were miserable, 100 pounds overweight, and unemployed who later became super healthy and amazingly ripped, and most inspiring of all, they became successful entrepreneurs by simply sharing what Beachbody has done for them. There are so many amazing stories of success with this Beachbody Coaching Opportunity that it would take a bazillion years to tell you =) I know, I'm being a little ridiculous, but it's true, there are so many lives being changed by this fitness movement, the question is, WHY NOT YOU? Why not now?
So if you are already a Beachbody Coach, then I encourage you to focus on your niche and continue to brand yourself according to that. It will be a TIME SAVER! And if you are not a Beachbody Coach, I think it's time that we talk, because the growth of this opportunity is insane, and if you don't hop onboard, guess what? Someone else will, so it might as well be you! =) Of course I am pretty selective with whom I bring on to my team, but if you have BIG GOALS and you love helping people, then that's definitely a start! Feel free to fill out this Coach Application by clicking here, then message me on Facebook, so I can see if you would be a good fit for the team. I look forward to chatting with you!
Looking forward to helping you find your true potential!
First of all, I just wanted to let you know that I am not magnifying the negatives of Beachbody Coaching, I am merely sharing the reality of what happens, and simply offering simple solutions based on what I have done, and what many other successful coaches have done before me. As with any business venture, there are challenges, but with adversity comes opportunity, remember that =) The people who stick it out and fight their battles to the end will reign supreme. Beachbody Coaching is one of the most rewarding things that you will ever experience, it just takes some hard work and dedication. Let's face it, most people work hard and super long hours for a boss day in and day out, so why not do it for you and your family?
Please take note of the struggles below, but most importantly, know that these struggles are meant to challenge you, not defeat you.
- BELIEF
When you tell your children that they can do, or be whatever they want to be when they grow up, most parents really mean it because they truly BELIEVE in their kids. One of the BIGGEST reasons why a Beachbody Coach succeeds is because they become a product of the product by using the fitness programs and drinking Shakeology. Have you ever seen Steve Jobs with an Android Phone or PC? Or what about Bill Gates with an iPad? I think not! If you use your own products, you will get better results and be more willing to share it with people successfully, and that's what Beachbody Coaching is all about, sharing....NOT selling.
- WHAT OTHERS THINK
Ask yourself this question: Are the people who you are worried about sharing this opportunity with paying your bills? Do they put food on your table and support your kids? Do they pay for your vacations, and do they really care if you actually succeed or not? I knew from the very beginning as a Beachbody Coach that it doesn't matter what other people think about what I do, because what I do has nothing to do with them, and everything to do with my family. When you start thinking about what other people think, just go back to what is the most important thing in your life, because that's what matters most. I recommend surrounding yourself with POSITIVE people who only want success for you and truly understand what your goals are, it really makes a big difference!
- CONSISTENCY
Most people quit way too early before they achieve something great. Everyone wants to be more healthy and fit, make more money, travel the world etc. but they aren't willing to do the work everyday to get the results. Beachbody Coaching is all about sharing your healthy lifestyle, and helping others do the same thing. Success as a Beachbody Coach is not about tackling huge projects everyday, it's about doing SMALL THINGS DAILY. I think it all boils down to how big your dreams and goals are, and trust me, I used to think that dreams and goals were "cheesy", but that's because of the people I surrounded myself with, they just weren't goal-orientated. If you want change in your life, then it's simple, you have to change some things in your life, and this means doing more than you're doing right now, and connecting with trustworthy people who will keep you accountable to your goals. Being consistent is a challenge for everyone, and it's tough to do it on your own. As a Beachbody Coach, you are not alone, you have a team to help you during your good and bad days. Heck, I will help you, that's what Coaches do! =)
- TEACHABLE
"You can't teach an old dog new tricks", that is totally false. It's more like, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks if they don't want to". I've seen people come into the Beachbody Coaching Business with some great ideas, but if it didn't work, they would get discouraged and just quit. Just a quick example on Franchising. There are thousands of franchising opportunities out there, and all of them offer a system of success, and all you have to do is follow the guidelines. Beachbody Coaching is very similar, but guess what, you're not paying hundreds of thousands of dollars in franchise fees. It's only $39.95 to become a Coach and own your own online fitness empire, and that fee is waived when you become a Coach with one of the many Fitness Challenge Packs. Imagine building a 6 or 7 figure income business in less than 2-5 years, with virtually no employees! Yes, it's totally possible, and you can do this with Beachbody Coaching by simply following the system that is in place for you. Be teachable, and see what happens! =)
- REJECTION
I once watched motivational speaker John C Maxwell at a Beachbody Coach Summit event in Las Vegas as he shared a story about someone who came up to him after one of his speaking engagements. This person said, "John, you are really good at speaking and motivating the crowd", and John said, "it took a lot of practice!" =) John C Maxwell has made millions speaking all over the world, but it wasn't always that easy for him. What if he quit in the very beginning when people told him that he would never make it, or told him that he was not good enough? Rejection happens to the best of us, and the people who learn to embrace it will be the ones who come out on top. When someone says NO to me, I simply just say NEXT because the NO'S really just don't matter. It might take some time to realize that, but it will happen I promise. Yes, being rejected from family and friends hurt, but that's mostly because they don't fully understand what you are doing, and they cannot see the big picture. That's completely normal =). Not everyone will understand or care about what you are doing, and it's not about that. It's about the people who see your vision, support you, and eventually join you in your venture. The most successful people in the world have clearly gone through the most rejections. If you desire success as a Beachbody Coach, or in any business or challenge for that matter, it's all about changing your focus, and treating rejection as a means to getting closer to your goal. Embrace the SUCK, it will be worth it.
In closing, we hear this all the time, but yes, the struggle is all so real. But you either let it destroy you, or you let it define you, it's your choice. Beachbody Coaching is a very powerful opportunity. It has made a huge impact in my life, and I know that it can for you too. If you're ready to live a better life for you and your family, please don't hesitate to message me, I'd love to meet you!
Arnel Banawa is a Star Diamond Beachbody Coach focused on ending the trend of obesity, sharing the benefits of independent travel, and helping the sport of obstacle course racing grow worldwide.
I think everyone at some point struggles with juggling different things in their lives whether it be a job, children, sports, hobby, or a business. This happens to me almost all the time. Being a full time Beachbody Coach is something that I absolutely love doing. I mean, check this out, I am responsible for helping people make big changes in their lives everyday from health and fitness transformations, to eliminating debt and gaining financial freedom. Before becoming a full time Beachbody Coach, I had 3 jobs, ran a nightlife marketing company, and worked 100 hours a week, it was insane! I worked my Beachbody business in between my breaks, in the bathroom (TMI I know) =), and wherever I could get it in, I sacrificed a lot of sleep. If I only had 5 minutes to work my business, trust me, I took full advantage of it, and 2 and a half years later, I was able to quit my 3 jobs, and retire from a nightlife business that was not very healthy for me and my daughter.
Fast forward to mid 2011, I was introduced to obstacle course racing by my brother Fermin. By this time, I was in the best shape of my life (in my 40's), and I was ready to take on something that would really test my overall fitness, and I was so excited that I found it in OCR (obstacle course racing). It became an addiction, which is very common in this sport, especially if you are a newbie. Today, there are OCR groupies like there were Dead Heads back in the 1970's!
As I began more and more involved with OCR, there was a time where I began to distance myself from my Beachbody Coaching business, just because I was having so much fun traveling and meeting other people who were just as passionate as I was about this extreme sport. Yes, I still worked my coaching business during the week via my laptop, but I would then travel and do races on the weekend. I remember what the CEO of Beachbody Carl Daikeler once said, "Beachbody should not be your life, Beachbody should give you a life", and I really took that to heart and ran with it. I had already built my business to a comfortable level that allowed me to do what I wanted to do, travel simple, and live freely. But it wasn't until I attended Coach Summit 2014 in Las Vegas that I realized that I was not balancing my life and my business, or should I say, "my 1st passion". Beachbody Coach Summit is like the Super Bowl of Beachbody Events, it's where anyone who wants to be successful as a Beachbody Coach GOES. If success and FREEDOM is what you want out of life, then Coach Summit was a must to attend. I have never missed a Coach Summit event since becoming a Beachbody Coach in 2010, and I never will.
So here I am at Coach Summit at the MGM Grand Las Vegas, sitting with my coach team, having a little POW WOW, and some of my coaches were literally telling me that they felt that I was not focused on them, and they felt that I was more focused on my race travel, and they felt like I didn't care about them. This really truly broke my heart because everything that I was doing: races, traveling, spending time with family etc. was all given to me by my commitment to my Beachbody Business, and to my team who I proudly call my second family. I was devastated, I felt like I let them down. I was being nothing but selfish, and I knew at that point that I needed to create more balance in my life.
I am committed to my team, always and forever!
After that event, I promised my team that they were going to be my priority from this point forward. I mean come on, I was able to live my life because of my team. I didn't build my business on my own, it was all about team, and that is how I was able to be where I was, FREE from a boss. I had freedom because of my business, so why was I neglecting that part of my life? It was a wake-up call for me, and I will never again make that mistake. Sometimes it is easy to get influenced by outside sources, and yes I was having a blast with my races, and I still am, but it's all about balance, and making the people who mean most to you a "priority" in your life.
So how do I manage my Beachbody Business today while still keeping my passion for obstacle course racing? It's very simple:
- I don't let the sport of obstacle course racing influence me to think that OCR is the only thing in my life that I am passionate about.
- I share my passion for Beachbody with my OCR friends, and let them know who I am, and what I do. If people don't like what I do, it's doesn't matter to me, because it's not for them, it's for my family.
My life is all about my daughter, and my family
- I continue to work my Beachbody business during the week, but dedicate my time with my races specifically on Saturday and Sunday granted that I do not have a Beachbody event such as Coach Summit or Beachbody Super Saturday.
- I focus on working out with my Beachbody fitness programs and drinking my Shakeology everyday while incorporating other OCR specific workouts to help me excel in the sport.
- I will stay focused on what I love the most about my two passions: ending the trend of obesity, building leaders (not followers), and helping the sport of OCR grow on a global scale.
- Sharing Beachbody with OCR, and sharing OCR with Beachbody =) It really is the right combination! - I will use my passion for my Beachbody business and obstacle course racing to help my family live a better life. That's what it's all about for me!
I think it's always good to know what your priorities are, what puts food on your table, and if what you are doing is helping and/or empowering people. I think both of my passions do this, but I will never forget that without my Beachbody business, I would not have found interest in obstacle course racing, and have the opportunity to travel and race whenever I please. Not everyone can be a Spartan Pro Team Athlete or a PAID Sponsored Athlete in the OCR industry, and even if you are, just like anything, how long will that last? I'm sure that most people would agree that having multiple sources of income is a smart thing to do, and I'm just glad that in the future when I decide to retire from OCR and just want to travel and pursue other passions, that I will be able to do so, thanks to my Beachbody business.
I am always expanding and looking for new leaders!
I have been a Beachbody Coach since 2010, and I've heard all kinds of positives and negatives about this opportunity, and I've found that a lot the bad talk is mostly because people do not understand what Beachbody Coaching is really all about, or they "tried and failed" at it, and won't admit that they didn't do what it took to become successful, and now all they can do is talk about how it didn't work for them, but in a bad way. I'd like to clarify some things for you =)
"If you want to be an Entrepreneur, you don't talk to someone who has failed in the business, you get advice from people who have found success"
Beachbody Coaching is definitely not for everyone, but it definitely could be. I don't know anyone in this world who would not want to be more happy, healthy, and fit, let alone surround themselves with people who only want success for them. It's really that simple!
Here are some STRAIGHT UP FACTS about this sometimes misunderstood "business":
- GET RICH QUICK:
This is a 2-5 year plan! Yes, as a Beachbody Coach, you can earn immediate income with thousands of dollars in commissions every week, but to be able to do this as a full-time gig with a Six-Figure Income (residuals) or more, it can take 2-5 years of consistent hard work, but isn't that better than working 20-40 years of your life for a boss?
- PERSONAL TRAINERS:
Beachbody Coaching and Personal Training is NOT the same thing. Although the company Beachbody does offer specific certifications for such programs as P90X, Insanity, and PIYO etc, it is not required in order to become a Beachbody Coach. Most Coaches are not even certified, and trust me, it's A ok, it's not about that. Beachbody Coaching is about using the fitness and nutrition programs, getting REAL results, and paying it forward by helping others. Beachbody Coaches are motivators, accountability partners, and life coaches focused on helping people with their fitness and financial goals. I doubt that your personal trainer teaches you about earning financial freedom, if so, he probably would charge you for that too. Beachbody Coaches do this for free!
We Provide Solutions!
- SALESMAN:
Me a salesman? LOL, far from it! One of the most misunderstood things about Beachbody Coaching is that you have to be a salesman. That is definitely not true! Yes, there are some coaches out there that can sell you a car without an engine, but most Beachbody Coaches "hate" selling, and I'm definitely one of them. When was the last time that you referred someone to a nice restaurant? Have you ever encouraged someone to do a Spartan Race or a 5K race? Ever told a friend or family member about the awesome movie that you just watched the weekend before? Beachbody Coaching is about SHARING, not selling. We provide solutions! If you want to sell, go right ahead, but who want's to be a car salesman? Not me!
- PYRAMID SCHEMES:
If you look at the structure of the place where you work, tell me how that looks like. Now tell me who at your workplace makes the most money....most likely it's the guy on the top, the CEO. The biggest organizations and companies that most of you work for are PYRAMIDS (in structure): the government, your job, athletic clubs, and even the structure of a church is a pyramid. FYI, a "Pyramid Scheme" is illegal because it is based on the recruiting of people without any products or services being sold. With Beachbody Coaching, it's the complete opposite. Beachbody Coaches do not get paid for recruiting people, they earn income by moving products and services. Oh, and get this....the person at the bottom has the same opportunity to earn the same amount of income or more as the person at the top, so technically, that's not a Pyramid. Networking Marketing is a billion-dollar industry, and yes, there are some illegitimate companies out there, but that's how it is in every industry! Remember ENRON? So before you diss the Network Marketing Industry, it's pays to do your homework and get educated about this industry because if top leaders like Donald Trump, Warren Buffet and other billionaires are involved in it, then that should tell you something. Before listening to a friend that has failed in this business, try getting advice from someone who is making it happen and succeeding, it makes a huge difference!
- SATURATION:
As long as people continue to have babies =), there will never be a shortage of people who want to be happy, healthy, and pursue financial stability. "Whether you think you can or can't, you're right". If you think that you cannot inspire anyone, you're right. If you think you cannot be anymore successful then you already are, you're right. Beachbody Coaching has so much opportunity, and if you continue to make excuses, it will not happen, but if you continue to make things happen, then the sky's the limit!
- FIGHTING THE OBESITY TREND:
Today, two-thirds of adults and nearly one-third of children struggle with obesity. If obesity rates stay consistent, by 2030, 51% of the population will be obese. That's ridiculous! There is no doubt that obesity is an epidemic, and if there is one thing that would be a perfect reason to become a Beachbody Coach, this is it! Fighting the obesity trend first begins with you! Yes, there are other ways to fight this trend, and I'm not saying that being a Beachbody Coach is the only way to fight back, but what I am saying is that it is a great option to get involved. Whatever you do, and whatever option you decide to take, just make sure that it's all about helping and empowereing others, because that's what Beachbody Coaching is all about. The Beachbody Mission Statement says it all, "To help people achieve their goals and enjoy a healthy and fulfilling life".
My brother and I before and after.
- SHAKEOLOGY PRICE:
Shakeology is Beachbody's #1 continuity product. Yes, there are some coaches who overdo it with all of their annoying Shakeology posts, pictures, and selling tactics, but there is truth to all of this....Shakeology works! No, it's not a magic pill or anything, it's just a great way to get your daily dose of dense nutrition, probably the most healthiest meal of the day. I am not here to try to sell you on Shakeology, but I do encourage you to do your research like I did. Do compare the ingredients to what you are currently consuming, and I promise you that you will understand why Beachbody Coaches and customers are raving about it. Let's just say that there is a huge difference between a Bentley and a Chrysler 300. You get what you pay for. One of the biggest Shakeology Objections is the price of $129 (retail). But think about this, if you were to take one of your favorite meals for 30 days, yes it would be expensive! But if you were to break it down, it would be more appealing "price wise". Shakeology is only a little over $4 per meal, and that's less than a McDonald's combo which has no nutritional value. So rather than talking about price, maybe we should be more focused on what we are putting into our bodies. Remember this, you can be stuffing your face with cheap and processed foods now, and you think you're saving money, but trust me, in the future it will all come back to you with medical bills and meds. Is that the life? You can keep this from happening by living the healthy lifestyle now, and Shakeology can definitely help you with that.
- RESIDUAL INCOME:
This is where the real money is with Beachbody Coaching. It's not about selling products, it's about sharing your success, and helping others by building a team of people who share the same vision. Trading time for dollars is now a thing of the past. Most people will not give this opportunity a real chance and pursue Beachbody Coaching consistently for 2-5 years to achieve this, but for the ones who do, they will live the life they've always dreamed of. Beachbody Coaching is a lifestyle. Imagine earning income while you are sleeping, or making more money while on vacation (then at the office) with your family, that's what Beachbody Coaching can do for you! I am not a rockstar Coach in this business. You will not find me on the leaderboards. I am not an Elite Coach (yet), but if there is one thing that I am really good at, and that is NOT QUITTING. Oh, and if you think this business is all about money and materialism, then you are VERY wrong. I myself am a minimalist, and prefer camping over luxury hotels!! Just ask anyone who I've traveled with, they will tell you that I don't care about money, but there's a difference between money and freedom. This business is about building relationships and having the passion for truly helping people. When you consistently help others become successful, that's when you will be successful. Like I always say......If you want to be miserable, unhappy and broke for the rest of your life, then that's your business, but if you want to be happy, healthy, and financially fit, then that's my business!
- PROVEN SUCCESS SYSTEM:
People think that in order to be great at something, you have to know everything! That is untrue. Beachbody Coaching is not about being perfect, or knowing everything, it's about having the willingness to learn, getting out of the "status thinking" and being open to change. It really is ok to FAIL, if you are willing to learn from it and move on. I continue to fail, but that's how I am able to grow and become better. If I told you that you can eventually earn a six/seven figure income RESIDUAL in 2-5 years if you just follow a simple system, would you do it? Well, I have a proven system that if followed consistently, you will be able to do this. That's the difference between this business and "other" businesses that you will come across. Most people won't share their secrets of success. Most people won't share how they have gained financial freedom, but that's where Beachbody Coaching is different. Beachbody Coaching is about helping others become better than we already are, and that's non-traditional, but it's this same concept that is changing lives everyday, why not you? Who said that you have to punch a time clock everyday? Why would you allow someone to tell you when you can travel or spend time with your family and friends? Don't you deserve better than that? I think so.
One of my weekly residual commission checks from 2013
*Beachbody Coaches get paid weekly (every Thursday)
And there you have it! When people tell me that they absolutely love their jobs, I always say that's fantastic and I truly admire them for that. But when I invite them to travel the world with me, and they say, "I WISH!!, I just don't have the time or the funds to do that", that's when I have to question their freedom. Everyone has their definition of freedom and lifestyle, believe me, I totally understand. There are millions of people out there who love their jobs and let's face it, we need people to fulfill these jobs, but wouldn't it be nice if you had the option to work or not? Now that's freedom! You, yes YOU can have that if you are willing to just live happy, healthy and fit and share it with people, and that's what Beachbody Coaching is all about - straight up!
Let's face it, Beachbody Coaching is NOT for everyone. As a Beachbody Coach, you are your own boss, and Entrepreneur, a Game Changer, and someone who is part of a group called the "2 Percenters". Everyone has "what it takes", but not everyone will do it. There are a good handful of people who find out that Beachbody Coaching wasn't for them because of one, or all the the reasons below. They just were not prepared for the unknown, so I hope that this blog post may help people with a peak interest in Beachbody Coaching, and help them get some crucial information before diving right in. Now let's see if you have what it takes to Become a Beachbody Coach.....or NOT.
Top 7 Reasons NOT to Become a Beachbody Coach:
1. HELPING PEOPLE - In my opinion, this is the most important one of all. If you don't like helping people, and you are all about "YOU", then you would probably have a difficult time being a Beachbody Coach. A Coach is all about helping people with their health, fitness, and financial goals. So if you don't like people, it may be a challenge.
I help people get fit physically and financially, it's a lifestyle!
2. TEACHABLE - This is one of the most difficult things for everyone to take in. Most people are set on their own ways, and everyone has brilliant ideas, and there is nothing wrong with that. But if you are not willing to learn a proven-system, and you try to re-invent the wheel, you will be up for a rude-awakening. There's a reason why this is a billion dollar business, because it works, and all you have to do is learn it. If I told you that I could show you how to earn a 6-7 figure income in only 2-5 years (not 20-40 years under a boss), would you be open to learning how to do it? Most people would say "YES", then they do the complete opposite once they Become a Coach and wonder why it's so difficult. If you are "teachable" then you will make a GREAT Coach and it will get easier, if not, again....it will be very confusing for you.
Star Diamond Coach Recognition - Coach Summit Las Vegas
3. MONEY MOTIVATED - Yes, I know that Beachbody Coaching is a business! =) But trust me, it's not your typical business. This business is based on how many people you "TRULY" help. If you focus on the money, people will know, and they will just walk away. But if you are really, truly focused on helping them achieve their goals (whether you make money or not), then you will be successful. This business is quite simple, because all you really do is live the healthy and fit lifestyle and share it with people, and you GET PAID! That's crazy! That's the cool thing about being a Beachbody Coach, your income is based on the amount of people you've helped, it's based on your performance. The more people that you help, the more income you earn for you and your family. This is a "Life-Changing" business, we're not selling, we're sharing a lifestyle. So if you're "money-motivated" then Beachbody Coaching is definitely NOT for you.
4. GET RICH QUICK - This kinda goes hand in hand with being "money motivated". Yes, you can make IMMEDIATE CASH as a Beachbody Coach, but you will not get rich overnight. Why? Because this is a legal business model, not a "Pyramid Scheme". If you understand that it will take consistent hard work for 2-5 years before you will be able to have TRUE FINANCIAL FREEDOM, then you will be in good hands. But if you think that you are going to be a millionaire in one year, then you're fooling yourself. It took me a little over 2 years to fire 3 of my jobs, and that's because I worked hard, and stayed consistent. If it takes hard work, trust me, it means that it's REAL, and it will be worth it. If you work hard as a Beachbody Coach for 2-5 years and gain financial freedom for the rest of your life, what would that mean to you?
I still think it's a Pyramid Scheme =)
5. EASILY INFLUENCED - You are who you hang around with, and I didn't make that up =). Let's face it, if you are hanging around negative people who are not focused on keeping you accountable to your goals, yes!!!! it will be very difficult for you to become a successful Beachbody Coach. When I helped start my Coach Team back in 2010, we only had 5 coaches. It was really tough, some of my friends and family didn't understand what I was doing and called it a scam. But if I listened to them back then, I would not be where I am today. Our coach team now has well over 17,000+ coaches on our team, and I am traveling the world and living my dreams! Our team is like one big family, we hold each other accountable and help each other through the good and bad times. If you want to be broke and unhealthy for the rest of your life, that's your business, but if you want to be fit physically AND financially, then that's my business =).
6. GOALS - They say that 3% of the people who have dreams and goals write them down, 10% of the people who have dreams and goals keep them in their head, and 87% of the people out there don't have any dreams and goals. People who wrote down their goals were 42% more likely to achieve them than the ones who didn't. If you tell a friend, then that increases the rate to 78%. What does this all mean? Well if you go into Beachbody Coaching without a goal or a "WHY" there is already an upfront failure rate of 58%. Not all Coaches come in with a goal, some of them find it once they become a Coach, and that is absolutely fine. But the longer you are a Coach without a goal or a lifetime dream, the failure rate will continue to rise. Goals are just important if you want to be successful, not just in Beachbody Coaching, but in everything that you do. So if you are not big on GOALS, then you may want to re-think your idea on becoming a Beachbody Coach. The bigger your goals, the more successful you will be as a Beachbody Coach!
7. CONSISTENCY - A ha, here it is! the big "C" word. Most people can workout, eat healthy, run etc....but how consistent are they? One of the main reasons why people never accomplish big things in life is because they quit way too early. This happens in both business and fitness. The key to success in everything that you do is doing it everyday consistently. It's not about tackling huge daily projects, it's about doing small things everyday, and that's how you build huge success for the future. Find an accountability partner, and this will help with staying consistent with your goals. Another big part of this is finding the reason why you should stay consistent. For me, it's my daughter and my family. I am consistent with my Beachbody Business because I want my daughter and my family to have a good life, because they deserve it. If there is one person that I cannot give up on, it would be my daughter, and that is my "WHY". Find your why, and the consistency of this business will be non-negotiable.
Consistency is easy once you set goals, and have the right people to support you =)
So I hope this helps you understand some of the reasons why you should or should not become a Beachbody Coach. I am always looking for goal-oriented people who want more out of life, and loves helping people, including themselves =). If you are someone like that, then let's talk about the possibilities!
