What is Challenge Du Jour? - Beachbody on Demand

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So what type of person are you? Do you enjoy putting together your own weekly workout schedule, or do you like the idea of "something" or someone telling you what your workout is for the day? All week long!

Challenge Du Jour is similar to the CrossFit WOD. Every day you will have a different workout of the day hand selected by a Beachbody fitness expert. There is no guessing or wasting time trying to find out what you will be doing. It's simple, just log into your Beachbody on Demand Online Streaming account daily, click on Challenge Du Jour, and get your sweat on!

Challenge Du Jour - Daily Workouts! 

You have some options too! For starters, you can do the Challenge Du Jour workouts on your laptop or mobile device such as a tablet or a smartphone. Once you set up your own Beachbody on Demand account here, you can then open up the app on iTunes, or simply just go to the site on your laptop.

Once you are there, you can either follow the workouts while it is streaming, or simply grab the workout sheets and take them to the gym, whichever you prefer, it's up to you. Some workouts do not have workout sheets, but you can do what I do, and just write them down or input into your smartphone and take it to the gym or park if you would rather do that versus online streaming.

Who is Challenge Du Jour for?
- All fitness levels
- People who need variety in their life
- Travelers, especially people who are mobile
- Great for home workouts, gym or outdoors

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One more thing, if you decide that you do not want to do the Challenge Du Jour workout of the day, don't worry, the Beachbody on Demand app and website has over $3,000 worth of Beachbody workouts, you can always choose your own. It's probably the best thing that Beachbody offers other than Shakeology of course! =)

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Elite Obstacle Race Training with Shakeology

If you're like most people, then you are pretty curious about trying Shakeology. And if you're one of those people who are addicted to the sport of Obstacle Course Racing, then boy do I have something for you!

I've been involved in the OCR industry since 2011. From racing competitive to recently taking a huge role in helping the sport grow on a global scale with my OCRTUBE.com media project. There is just nothing better than helping people get healthy and fit with Shakeology, Beachbody Programs, and specific OCR Training from some of the best in the industry.

My cause-related media project OCRTUBE.com just affiliated with a very reputable OCR Trainer Yancy Culp. Yancy has trained numerous elite athletes who have all hit the podium at races such at Spartan Race, BattleFrog, and the OCR World Championships. He is the founder of Yancy Camp, an OCR athlete specific training program for anyone who would prefer training from the best in the area of obstacle course racing.

Since being involved with obstacle course racing and Beachbody health and fitness for some time now, I am a true believer in nutrition. Granted their is no MAGIC PILL out there, and if there was, it's probably not legal. So with that being said, nutrition can be a very complicated thing to the average person. And that's where Shakeology comes into play.

Shakeology can be incorporated into any fitness program such as Beachbody Workouts, CrossFit, as well as OCR specific training such as Yancy Camp. If you eat salads, superfoods, protein, vegetables etc. then Shakeology will fit right into your nutrition plan very nicely, AND CONVENIENTLY.

SO WHAT'S THE DEAL?

I'm going to keep it real simple for you. If you would like to try Shakeology risk-free and get a full FREE month of OCR Training via Yancy Camp (provided by me) from elite athletes such as Matt Novakovich, Laura Messner, Rose Wetzel, Miguel Medina just to name a few, than it's quite simple to start!

HERE ARE SOME OPTIONS:

1.  If you are unsure on which Shakeology flavor to try, I highly recommend that you first order the 7 Day Shakeology Sampler so that you can try the different flavors. Once you decide which one that you enjoy the most, then you can go to the second option below. Get the 7 Day Sampler here!

2.  Order Shakeology (I recommend ordering on auto-ship to save on shipping, you can cancel anytime) Click here to order your 30 Day Supply. Once you have ordered Shakeology, simply go here to choose an Elite OCR Athlete that you would like to train with, and subscribe to that specific trainer. Once you have subscribed, simply message me here, and I will give you a CASH REBATE to cover your first month! And that's it!

OTHER OPTIONS:

1.  If you would rather take on a Beachbody Challenge to start training for your next obstacle course race, then click here to select the best Challenge Pack for you. You will be added to my exclusive online accountability group to help you get the best results!  Free Online Coaching from me =)

Top Beachbody Challenges for OCR Training:
- Any P90X Challenge Pack (P90X, P90X2, P90X3)
- Insanity Asylum Challenge Pack
- Hammer and Chisel Challenge Pack
- Insanity Challenge Pack
- 22 Minute Hard Corps Challenge Pack
- *Club Performance Challenge Pack (includes all P90X, Asylum, and Insanity Programs)
- *Club Shakeology Challenge Pack  (includes all P90X, Asylum, and Insanity Programs)
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2.  If you would like training from an Elite Athlete without Shakeology, then simply click here and choose your trainer now. FYI, you will not be eligible for any cash rebate.

3.  Don't need Obstacle Course Race Training, and just want Shakeology? Order Shakeology here now!

Obstacle Course Racing along with Shakeology has changed my life. It's not for everyone, but I have seen hundreds of people live better, train better, and even become financially independent. Whatever path that you take, I wish you the very best and hope to see you at a race somewhere around the world! =)

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Hammer and Chisel Challenge - Week 7

Week 7!!!!!! =)

Day 1, Week 7
Today was Total Body Chisel and 10 Minute Abs followed by a 2 mile cool down run. During week 6 I was taking it a bit easy and just listening to my body. Today I felt strong and lifted heavier than usual. I think that it is very important to listen to your body and not be afraid to modify. It is so easy to over-train during this workout, especially with your legs, so be extra careful with that.

Day 2, Week 7

Not sure if you've been noticing a lot of my posts, but I enjoy working out with nature. I typically just use the workout sheets and rarely use the videos. Now, I do not recommend this unless you are pretty familiar with the movements, and feel comfortable. Today was ISO Speed Hammer, and of course I did the workout at one of my favorite outdoor parks. It started to get a little warmer so the mosquitos were out today, but I solved that problem with spraying some Deep Woods =) Oh, and I need to get rid of some back fat, that's something that I struggle with. 

Day 3, Week 7

I took a REST DAY today =) 

Day 4, Week 7

Since I took a rest day yesterday, I did ISO Strength Chisel today. Not sure if I mentioned this to you, but I am hosting an online accountability group and we post daily assignments to keep each other accountable, which also keeps everyone in the private group motivated to keep moving forward. Today we were asked to share which exercise that we feel we have improved on, and I would say that it has been the "step up holds". It basically is 10 step ups on a bench followed by a 10 second ISO hold (like a pistol squat hold), and you do that 3X =). Legs are definitely being worked during this program, but if you pace yourself, and not go too hard every day, you will see results on the days where you are well rested. If you feel good, then go a little harder, but if your legs are tired, play it safe and modify, then go harder the next day. It sucks to get injured, so play it safe and you will get better results and eliminate set backs. 

Day 5, Week 7

Today I made things a little more interesting. Not only is working out outside with nature super fun, but during my Hammer Conditioning Workout today, I also incorporated a quarter mile run in between sets/rounds. One thing that you may want to know is that there isn't too much cardio with the Hammer and Chisel Program, but it definitely has a lot more than the Body Beast program. I mention this because if you are like me who enjoys endurance sports such as running and obstacle course racing, you may need to continue to run daily to ensure that your level of cardio stays on point. Just like most guys, I tend to start lifting heavier and building more mass (it doesn't take me long to build mass), and whenever that happens, I gain more weight which leads me to run a bit slower. So in order to keep myself lean, I run after or during my workouts to keep that athletic balance and endurance level. 

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Day 6, Week 7

Speaking of CARDIO. Today was Chisel Cardio which is not like your typical cardio workout. When most people think of a Beachbody Cardio Workout, you think of something like INSANITY =) Well, this workout is more like a P90X3 CVX workout, a little bit of cardio, but with the added benefit of using weights, which I love! I think this workout is key because when you combine weight training with cardio, it's more functional. It's also perfect for obstacle course race training where some obstacles require running or some sort of cardio activity with lifting heavy objects.  You will also see in the video below that instead of a pull up bar, I used my TRX Force Suspension. Use what you have, and if you are outside like me, and you see a sturdy branch, go for it, just be super careful! 

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Day 7, Week 7

Total Body Hammer and 10 Minute Hammer Abs today. I was pretty excited that I only had one more week left of Hammer and Chisel. It's been a great program, and my legs have gotten super strong, which is always exciting for me! The cool thing about these Beachbody Workouts is that it's catered to different fitness levels and goals. As for my goal for Hammer and Chisel, it is just to maintain my health and fitness so that I can continue to keep up with the best obstacle racing athletes when I travel on the weekends to film races. When you are running side by side with an athlete that runs 4-5 minute miles, then I have to definitely stay on point with my fitness (strength and endurance), so I thank Beachbody for allowing me to have the flexibility to do my workouts anytime and anywhere, on the go! Hammer and Chisel is definitely one of those programs where you can easily take to the gym, home, or even like I do...outdoors. It's also perfect to incorporate into any other type of training program like OCR (obstacle course race training). Whatever you do, just make it happen =) If you need Free Coaching, motivation and advice from me, feel free to message me, and I can give you some details on my next Hammer and Chisel Online Challenge. I'd love to help you! =) 

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BFX24 Miami - 24 Hour BattleFrog Series Extreme Video

BFX24 Miami - 2016 | BattleFrog Series

I had the opportunity to be a part of the first-ever 24 hour BattleFrog Extreme Race in Miami called the BFX24. It was amazing to be able see history being made and to run with, film and motivate the new breed of OCRX athletes as they conquered 5+ mile loops continuously for 24 hours. It was very inspiring!

With Milla Bizzotto, 9 year old OCR Athlete

Complete 6 laps, over 30 miles with her father!

Watch the FULL RACE VIDEO below!

Check out the NEW Military-Inspired 22 Minute Hard Corps Challenge

Please feel free to check out the VIDEO that I created specifically for this event. If you would like to help me with my OCRTUBE.com, a cause-related media project, it's simple, just share the video to help raise awareness for causes like wounded warriors, youth sex victims around the world, as well as assuring that our planet stays healthy and fit for years to come. My media project is focused on helping the sport of obstacle racing grow while giving back globally via video sharing.

BFX24 - Miami 2016

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Hammer and Chisel Challenge - Week 6

You will have good and bad weeks, just show up!

WHOA, I'm getting behind with this blogging thing =) The Hammer and Chisel Challenge has been amazing. I've never done this many LEG WORKOUTS in my lifetime =). Week 6, was a tough one for me not only because of all the traveling that I was doing, but also because of my infamous GOUT that seems to creep up on me after working out excessively. This is one challenge that I have been battling with the past year. My gout has been flaring a lot more lately, and I think it has to do with my age. Yes, I'm getting up there, which I am forced to watch out and not go at full intensity for a long period of time. It seems to happen moreso when I do intense workouts followed by a long run. Oh well, I'm dealing with it, watching my nutrition, and not letting it stop me from staying active and achieving my goals.

Here's my Week 6 Recap!

Day 1, Week 6
Today I did Master's Cardio workout on Playa Santo Domingo overlooking the Volcan Concepcion. It was amazing to go barefoot in the sand and just soak up the beauty of Ometepe Island in Nicaragua. Oh btw, I was in Nicaragua filming a race called the Fuego y Agua Survival Run.

Day 2, Week 6

So this is where I had to repeat week 6 =) I got so busy traveling and my gout started flaring and I didn't want to provoke it any worse than it was before filming the Survival Run race, so I ended up completing this week back in the USA. Today's workout was ISO Speed Hammer, I did this in place of Hammer Conditioning because somehow I read the schedule wrong. At any rate, I did work! 

Day 3, Week 6

Chisel Cardio today. This workout is one of my all time favorites because it's not your typical cardio workout. There are weights involved. You are lifting weights and also using your body weight. I took it a little easy today just because I've been sore. Listening to your body is key. You never want to kill every workout, every day, because doing so can cause you to over-train, and that's where injury occurs. 

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Day 4, Week 6

It was REST DAY today, but I ended up killing a 5K trail run. Took it easy, and just soaked up some nice forest scenery. Trail running is a great outlet for me to think, I highly recommend it =) 

Day 5, Week 6

Today's workout was Hammer Power. This workout is great build up workout to a lot of power lifts. I already knew the power lifts and ended up skipping the build up and went straight to the power lifting, but in order to make up for the lost reps during the build up, I just simply added more reps during the full cleans. 

Day 6, Week 6

Chisel Balance was on the menu today. I actually did the best ever with this workout. If you've seen some of my recent Hammer and Chisel posts, I struggle with balance exercises, but this time I noticed some major improvement, so I was happy about that. 

Day 7, Week 6

Today was Max Hammer Strength. This workouts consisted of doing a particular exercise movement for about 60 seconds, followed by a similar, but different movement with heavier weight at 8 reps. Lots of variety in this workout, but again, lots of LEGS =)  I highly recommend using the worksheets to write down the weights that you use so that the next time you do the workout, the goal would be to either do more reps within the 60 seconds time frame, or use heavier weights for the 8 reps. At any rate, this is a great workout! 

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My apologies for not having a lot of photos or videos for this recap, but this week I was not feeling it, so I barely finished the workouts. I plan to repeat this week, along with combining some other workouts from week 5 to make up for my lost focus due to travel and my gout attack. As always, thanks for visiting my blog, and feel free to message me about my upcoming Hammer and Chisel Online Challenges, you will receive FREE Coaching from me =) 

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Hammer and Chisel Challenge - Week 5

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Hammer and Chisel Challenge - Week 5

WHOA! Week 5 of my Hammer and Chisel Challenge is finally over ha ha! Here is how my week went.

Day 1, Week 5
So I had to repeat my 5th week because I literally killed my workouts a lot more than I should've and my gout unfortunately started to flare up. For those of you who know about GOUT, you definitely smell what I'm stepping in right? It hurts! I took advantage of some rest and recovery, and I also did a lot more stretching. Yes, I know, I need more yoga in my life =)

Today I did Total Body Chisel with 10 Minute Ab Chisel. I felt so good that I also did a 4+ mile run. It was a great start of the week!

Day 2, Week 4

Did Hammer Power plus 10 Minute Hammer Abs. So this is all pretty new to me as far as doing abs a few days in a row. I am so used to other programs such as P90X where you work certain muscle groups and allow ample rest in order for your muscles to recover and build. Well, that was classic P90X, I know X3 is a little similar to Hammer and Chisel where some of the workouts are full body workouts back to back, multiple days in a row. All I know is that with Hammer and Chisel, you are constantly killing the leg workouts! So if you are interested in this challenge, keep in mind that your legs are going to be really sore almost every day. But always remember to listen to your body, and take it easy on some days. I feel that the Beachbody Performance Recover drink helps with soreness and gets me ready for the next day. 

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Day 3, Week 4

Chisel Balance was on the menu for tonight! If you've read some of my previous workout posts, balance is something that I am not really good at. It's why I fail a bunch of balance obstacles at some of the obstacle races that I participate in. I constantly am working on this skill, and have gotten much better. It has a lot to do with having a strong core, which is another something that I am working on building back up. 

I worked out in hiking pants tonight, so although it looks like it would be hot to workout in, it wasn't that bad, plus it was a little chilly outside, so it kinda made the house cooler than usual. Oh btw, I leave for Central America tomorrow, so I'll be extending my workout once I set foot in Nicaragua. 

Day 4, Week 5

Oh it's REST DAY today, and I'll be leaving for Nicaragua this evening, so what else is there to do but drink my Shakeology! Oh, and you better believe that I am taking some of my superfoods nutrition with me when I leave the country for almost 2 weeks. I never leave home with it. If you're wondering what I'll be doing in Nicaragua, I'll be filming the Fuego y Agua Survival run, I'll post the video below. 

Day 5, Week 5

I'm in CENTRAL AMERICA!! So when I travel, I don't always have access to a gym or ideal workout surroundings. But the best way to get over these challenges is to just work with what you have. You may not get the same intensity because of the lack of equipment, but it's a lot better than doing nothing. 

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Today's workout was ISO Speed Hammer, and I used everything from a couple adjoining bunk beds to my own Patagonia duffel bag. I even used my laptop case for the exercises that required less weight. Again, I may not achieved the same burn factor that I am normally used to, but it's all about "showing up" and not making excuses. But hey, I do have my bad days too, but that's why I have a personal success partner and an online accountability group to kick my ass when I start feeling lazy. If you don't have a support group like this, message me and you can be a part of mine! =) 

Day 6, Week 5

It was a long day today. I was at San Jorge waiting on a ferry to take me to Ometepe Island (where the Fuego y Agua Survival Run will be). A neighboring boat capsized and the ferry service was delayed for about 6 hours, it royally sucked lol. But I had fun with some of the locals and had the opportunity to just appreciate the scenery. Nicaragua is an amazing place!

Taking my local friend out to lunch and enjoying the 

scenery at San Jorge, Nicaragua

Day 7, Week 5

Today I woke up to an amazing traditional Nicaragua Breakfast. Soon after I rented a scooter to explore Ometepe Island. I did Total Body Hammer for today's workout. I didn't go hard at all and again had limited equipment. I used my Patagonia pack for most exercises that required dumbbells, and I did lat push ups to replace the pull ups, and again my laptop bag for the del flys. =) #WhateverItTakes

Btw, did I mention how beautiful Ometepe Island is? I have to really thank my Beachbody Business for allowing me the freedom to travel and live my passion. Working out in another part of the world and seeing so many amazing places is something that I never thought I would be able to do. 

Another week done, and I'm a "happy camper" =) 

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Here's the video that I filmed and edited. It was probably the TOUGHEST race I ever had to film. Hiking up Volcan Concepcion was a workout in itself, but the views made it all worth while. Enjoy the video, and I'll see you somewhere around the world! 

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5 Reasons Why Obstacle Racing Athletes Should Consider Beachbody Coaching

1.  Living the Lifestyle - Most obstacle racing athletes that I've met have told me that they would love to race every weekend if they could. Athletes are everyday people like you and I who have families, full time jobs and for the most part, live healthy and active lifestyles. By taking the advantage of becoming a Beachbody Coach, these athletes can continue living their current lifestyles and create an extra stream of cash flow part-time. I have known many athletes who have started coaching on the side and have built full time online fitness empires. Imagine racing anytime you want, and getting your races and travel paid for with no sponsorships needed.

2.  Extra Income for Races - Obstacle course races can be an expensive hobby. With registrations starting from $30 up to $200+ per race, this can take a toll on anyone, and this doesn't include travel. By choosing a Beachbody Coaching option that suits your existing lifestyle, athletes can earn income by helping others train for a race with online fitness challenges. Let's say you help 5 people begin an Online P90X challenge, the athlete can earn upwards to $350, now I don't know about you, but that is a few races taken care of right there just for helping others become more active.

3.  Travel Expenses - Most athletes who fall into the OCR addiction tend to travel and participate in races outside of their local city. Transportation can range from airline tickets, buses, car rentals etc. If an athlete used their passion for helping people with the Beachbody Coaching model, they can earn a significant amount of spending cash to assist in travel expenses, and guess what? You may also be able to write off your travel as a business expense at the end of the year. Having a coaching business does have some tax benefits and can save you money, and who doesn't like to save?

4.  Inspiration to Others - Most obstacle racing athletes that I know are pretty active with their workouts and nutrition, and by doing so, they tend to attract a lot of social media influence because people are inspired by others who live healthy lifestyles. With Beachbody Coaching, obstacle racing athletes can earn while doing something they love, being active.

5.  Thinking Beyond OCR - I believe that obstacle course racing is here to stay. It's one of the fastest growing extreme sports today. But as much as we all love the sport, there are just some weekends where we need recovery or a vacation with the family. With the Beachbody Coaching Opportunity, and obstacle racing athlete can still earn income even if they are not racing or working out. When an athlete decides to build a full time Beachbody Coaching business, eventually the income derived from helping others can yield a 6/7 figure residual. So let's say that you happen to need a break from obstacle racing, or you just don't want to do it anymore, or maybe doctors orders says that you can't, your income from your consistent hard work building your Beachbody Business can help you pursue other hobbies, passions and activities or you can just travel the world.

Whatever you decide, the Beachbody Coaching Business is an option for you to use in helping you fund your passion and your future. If you would like to see what this business vehicle can do for you, then message me and I'll help you find the best coaching option for you. 

See you at the next race!

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