I still can't believe that I've been on this planet for 50 years now, so crazy! Do I feel like I'm FIFTY? Well, granted that I've never been 50 before, I feel good.... I guess ha ha =)
RECOVERY is a different story. It takes me a lot longer to recover from a workout, or a long day filming on location. I also feel a bit more stiff, but I've been trying to incorporate more yoga in my life (been saying that for a long time too lol). Another thing that I've been doing a lot of is "meditation". I've become a lot more relaxed and I give it all up to the meditating, it really works....if you work it.
At any rate, being Fit at Fifty is a daily challenge. I get up and all I think about is work. The hustle is something that has been part of my daily life for as long as I can remember. I mean, just look at my Dad, he's 75 and is still active AND working, not because he has to, but because he wants to, it makes him feel free and YOUNG! Wanna know where I get my work ethic from? HIM =)
So at times, I do place work over my health which is always a challenge for me. One day I will make it right =). Then again, a lot of what I do in the video content creation and media marketing business is staying active. I run after some of the fastest athletes in the world (pre pandemic, BUT looks like things are starting to get back to normal slowly but surely), and right now, I have been filming for my new youtube travel channel which forces me to go out and walk, run, hike and bike to create content, not complaining at all! That's the active part of my work, the other side is sitting on my ass doing all the video edits. I have to find that balance you know, and routine is out of the question because my schedule changes daily...I never know where I'm going to be.
I'm sure that you've heard of this "NOT SO" new workout program #mbf by now, and I recently just tried one of the workouts for the first time, and I must say, I really enjoyed it!
If you have never heard of it before, take a look at this quick video to get a glimpse of the program.
#mbf - Muscle Burns Fat Preview
I wanted to post this blog to share the free sample workout from the "Muscle Burns Fat" program. As with all my recommendations as a Full-Time Beachbody Coach (join me), I only recommend something if I like it myself, and trust me, I like this one a lot! =)
So as promised, I would like to share the free sample workout with you guys, and if you think that this is something that you would like to try, I have included some options for you below as well.
I am currently based in the Philippines due to the pandemic, but I can easily be reached if you would like to ask me any questions, or get my advice on any programs that would be suited to your budget and lifestyle. My online coaching and accountability is completely free, along with the online groups that I can provide. Have questions, you can make me your Free Online Coach or accountability partner by clicking here! =)
Free #mbf - Muscle Burns Fat Workout
And as I mentioned above, here are some #mbf - Muscle Burns Fat options should you decide to give the workout program a try!
I remember the first time I ran my first 5K, it was so exhilarating! But I didn't always enjoy running, in fact....I actually hated it! So what was it that helped me gain interest in running?
TRY FREE SAMPLE WORKOUTS BELOW
Well, I don't really want to bore you with all the details, but long story short, my brother introduced me into a mud run in North Carolina which was called the Warrior Dash, and when I crossed the finished line, I was hooked! That was in early 2011, and I've been running ever since!
I wanted to post this blog about "running your first 5K" to help others who either want to find a fun way to get active, and/or incorporate resistance training to become more fit to complete a 5K. Let's face it, most runners do not do any weight training because they feel that they will gain weight and it might slow them down. Although that is partially true, I'm not talking about being a bodybuilder here =). Adding resistance training during your runs, will help build a stronger core, and help you become a more well-rounded athlete. Even if you don't want to be an athlete, and you just want to be healthy, then this will be a fun way to do it.
I think the part about that I like about this program is that it is developed by the company that I am affiliated with (for about 10 years now), and it incorporates indoor workouts with running outside which is what I love the most, being outdoors. If you prefer indoor workouts, you will love it as it will also give you the option of using a treadmill.
I know that there are a ton of 5K run training programs out there, but not many of them incorporate resistance training, and nutritional advice from top industry professionals. Is this the best 5K training program out there? It all depends on you, but I can tell you from only my experience that having a complete package is the key, something that I didn't have when I started.
Let me share a quick video with you that gives you a glimpse of the 5K training program called the "30 Day Breakaway", check out the video below =)
30 Day Breakaway
So what do you guys think?
I know that you may have a lot of questions, or still might be on the fence about starting....I completely get it =) So let me give you more details to help you learn more about the program, and what is included.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO GET STARTED?
Depending on your situation, goals, budget, the best way that I feel to get started is the right way. The 30 Day Breakaway Challenge Pack includes everything that you need to get started such as: VIP Early Access (if before March 2021), Shakeology, Beachbody on Demand Membership, Running Belt, Resistance Loops, and all the program materials such as calendar and schedule etc.
On top of all that, if you start with a challenge pack, you will also get the Ultimate Portion Fix and 2B Mindset Streaming programs to help with your nutrition (which is 80% of your success), the portion fix containers and other trackers that will help you with your journey.
Please also note that I will also be your personal online coach and accountability partner as well, so you would not be going at it alone =).
WHAT IF I ALREADY HAVE A BEACHBODY ON DEMAND MEMBERSHIP?
You can upgrade and get purchase the VIP Early Access for the 30 Day Breakaway (available Oct 19th) which retails for $49.95 (streaming only). If you would like the accessories bundle that would be an extra $69.95 retail. Please note that doing it this way, you will not get the extras such as the Ultimate Portion Fix and 2B Mindset Streaming programs along with the accessories that come with those programs. With the challenge or completion pack, you would receive all of this in a bundle which would ultimately save you up to $300 depending on which challenge pack you choose.
WHEN WILL 30 DAY BREAKAWAY BE INCLUDED IN THE BOD MEMBERSHIP?
On March 2021, the 30 Day Breakaway program will officially be included in the Beachbody on Demand library. So before that date, the only way to have access is through a Challenge Pack or ViP Early Access upgrade through your existing BOD membership.
So I know that's quite a bit to take in, but if you have any other questions, feel free to connect with me, and I will be happy to get you started and help you throughout your journey.
Me with Ultra Marathon and Legend Dean Karnazes
For a bonus, I have included some FREE workouts to try which will give you a taste of how fun the 30 Day Breakaway will be. Enjoy the workouts, and please reach out to me when you are ready to get started, looking forward to running with you! =)
ON A SERIOUS NOTE: Now do you seriously need to do the 30 Day Breakaway Challenge to complete a 5K? Absolutely not! I mean running is one of the best things to do to get fit because it's FREE! If you were to ask me why the 30 Day Breakaway then??? Here's what I can say, it is an amazing program for people who do better with structure in their workouts and training, but at the same time need options for customizing and keeping things fresh. It's also for someone who enjoys and does better with real people keeping them accountable. The 30 Day Breakaway will help you learn more about running and how fun it can actually be if done correctly. Running for success is more than just running alone....it is about nutrition (how to fuel your body and what to eat), it is consistency, it is commitment, it is about incorporating other workouts to help you run better, but most of all, it's about getting started! =)
Although the pandemic is still upon us, at least it still is here in the Philippines, we are able to move around more freely, of course still following by the Covid-19 guidelines from the government.
After my daughter Penelope's birthday last month, we decided to go out to Paniman Beach, a hidden gem in Ternate, Cavite Philippines. We chose this place because it is pretty secluded, and not very many people are there at any given time. There is plenty of room for us to roam around, so keeping distant from others would be easy. Actually, when we arrived, there was only one other family there, and so we had the beach all to ourselves, which we really, really liked.
This was actually the first time that Arlene and Baby Pippa was able to go out and explore since the pandemic started, so it was nice to be able to take them there, if only for a day. Arlene's friend also joined us, and we had a great time.
Ending the day with a trip to Mountain Coffee in Ternate, Cavite was also great. With strict Covid-19 rules, we surprisingly felt very safe there. We only stayed for about 15 minutes, and decided to just enjoy our coffee and snacks on the way home.
I don't know about you guys, but there are a lot of times in my life depending on what is going on, I can get a bit stressed.
I know that there is a such thing as "good" stress, but what I'm talking about doesn't feel good at all =)
For a lot of people, including some of my friends and family, we are always looking for ways to cope with stress in our lives. Unfortunately, some people turn to unhealthy habits such as smoking, drugs and consuming alcohol, which are all temporary solutions which most of us know can make matters even worse. I know this from experience because I used to drink all the time when things weren't going good in my life which led me to becoming a borderline alcoholic. Thank goodness I was able to get away from all of that with the help of close friends and living a healthier lifestyle. But it wasn't easy.
Even though I was able to get out of that unhealthy lifestyle, I..even till this day, I can still endure stress in my life. These days, most of my stress comes from not making goal achievements set out for myself, finances that go up and down, the Covid-19 Pandemic, not being able to travel like before, the stress of being the man of the house (the protector), Dad stress =), and just everyday things that can slowly build up.
I am always looking for other ways to cope without going back to my unhealthy habits, and it has been quite the struggle.
When the company that I work with came out with a new meditation program, I thought to myself, I should give this a try. In the past, meditation was always hard for me because it is difficult for me to stand still. My mind is ALWAYS going a million miles a minute, and I can get easily distracted.
As I am getting older, I am understanding more and more about keeping things simple in my life, and resting my mind and body when it needs it. So with this newfound mentality, I think that it may be easier for me now to give meditation a try once again.
For me, meditation is really just about making time for yourself without any distractions. But it really goes even deeper than that as I am founding out. I am learning about controlled breathing, and really leaving reality. I think it takes me a lot longer for me to meditate as sometimes I just keep thinking about what I need to do =). I have to really fight to get away and forget about everything that is going on, and eventually I do.
Meditation for me is a challenge like some of my workouts. For example, yoga is very difficult for me, but I do it anyways. This is no different. I think that the more I do it on a daily basis, it will eventually get easier, and one day I can finally be relaxed. I am really looking forward to that.
By 2040, 95% of purchases will be made online. What does this mean to you?
If you are thinking about owning your own business, then this means that having an online presence is imperative to succeeding in the business world. With the recent pandemic making a strong negative impact all over the world, it just makes even more sense to learn how to take your business to the future.
Does this mean that your business will be recession proof?
I don't think that there really is a 100% recession proof business model. When the Covid-19 Pandemic hit us on all corners of the globe, I believe everyone was affected in one way or the other. I can attest to this because although I had a business that did fairly well during the outbreak, my other business went non-existent. So in my opinion, it is very important to create multiple sources of income, and if you only have once source from the start, I would recommend creating multiple stream within that source. Here's an example:
If you own a restaurant, I suggest having a delivery service where you can present your menu online, or try even selling retail merchandise via social media or a website. Another way to create another stream with a restaurant is to start a youtube channel, and provide cooking tip, advice and recipes. These are just a few ways to turn one source of income to multiple sources, so if anything happens, you will have another way to produce and help your bottom line.
Many years ago, I visiting Europe and backpacked 5 countries in 30 days. It was such an eye-opening experience that I ventured to try to find a way to create an income that would allow me to travel and work at the same time. It took me almost 10 years to finally build something that was sustainable and consistent to where I could travel anywhere and still earn income.
Working in my Airbnb in Malaysia
I currently have several online businesses that I enjoy. From affiliate marketing, direct selling, youtube, digital services, and videography, I surely keep myself busy. Whatever you do, my biggest advice is to enjoy what you are doing. Be passionate, and don't be afraid to take breaks. =)
Are you thinking about starting a new business, or taking an existing business online? Are you already an entrepreneur and looking for a way to create a digital product to sell to potential clients? If any of these resonate with you, then I encourage you to go for it. It will be a long, but fruitful journey if you are committed and passionate enough.
Taking your business online is probably the best decision that I ever made. And I hope that you find your path. If you have any questions for me, feel free to shoot me a message, I'd be happy to connect and lead you in the right direction.
My recommendation:
I suggest taking a look at this online course called "Take Your Business Online". You will learn a ton of stuff, here's some examples:
- Learning how to build your own website
- Getting traffic to your online business
- Branding
- Targeting your audience
- Social media marketing
- Keeping track of your success
You will be taught by some of the top leaders in the industry with proven track records. But don't take my word for it, check it out for yourself! =)
To be honest my friends, I don't know where to start.
How do I create a post that really explains what running means to me without writing a book? I shall try.
It all started when I just finished a workout program what was given to me by my brother back in 2010. Prior to that, I was in the nightclub business for over 8 years or so, which led me to a life of drinking, late night partying, and eating tons of junk food. My brother saved my life by sharing his fitness journey with me, I knew I had to do something, so I eventually committed to a healthy lifestyle for 90 days. With that, I was able to get my fit back, so fit that I think I was in better shape than when I was in high school, and I was in my 40's.
Living the healthy lifestyle is like an addiction as well. Most people I know, including myself were always looking for something to do to stay active, and not to get bored with the same workout routine. And yet again, my brother comes to the rescue and introduces a sport to me called "obstacle course racing". That was my formal introduction to running. Before that, the only running that I did was back in high school during P.E. I hated running with a passion!
Long story short, I started incorporating runs into my workouts and started having even better results. I even won some podiums in running events of all distances, as well as obstacle course racing! This newfound interest led me to a project that I started called OCRTUBE. With this venture, I was able to travel around the world and film the fastest obstacle course racing athletes on the planet. It wasn't that easy. In order for me to create these videos, I had to also stay in shape, and do a lot of running and hiking. My quest for running led me to covering some of the most prestigious events around the world.
On top of that, running and working out kept me sane. I say this because life isn't perfect, we all know this. Real life challenges, ups and downs always tend to show up and try to kill our mojo, and it has for me, so many times that it is quite impossible to count. You always hear about the "runners high", and I'll be straight up with you, because I'm not sure if I ever had that. What I did have was the feeling after the run that made me feel so good like after a workout that took hours to commit too! It was just that sense of accomplishment, like crossing the finish line at a running event, it just felt amazing....and addicting!
And for the truth....=) I'm an average human being. I get lazy, and I don't always set goals. I know what I have to do, but don't always pursue them. But one thing is for sure, I eventually get off my ass with the help of the right people who I surround myself with. If there is one thing I can say about commitment.....it is this: find the right people who will support you no matter what. When I didn't feel like running or working out, I always had my friends text messaging me, or annoying me on some facebook support group telling me that I need to get my ass in gear, but it worked!
With Ultra Marathon Man Dean Karnazes
Running isn't at all glamorous. Running isn't easy, but it's easier when you have a good support team keeping you accountable. Running isn't the magic pill to happiness, it's your mindset.
For me, running is a great way to set yourself free from whatever is going on in your life. It will always be there for you if you want and need it. It doesn't judge you, or make you feel like crap (well it depends ha ha). Running isn't a way to run away from your problems, it's a way to help you conquer them. And I've conquered a ton since I started running in my life.
Yes, so in a nutshell, this is what running has done for me, and what it means to me. If you're a runner, please share with me what it has done for you, I'd love to hear your story.
WANNA RUN WITH ME?
I will be starting a FREE online group for people who would like to start running, or running again, you know who you are =). Whether you would like to train for a 5K, or you just want to run, this group will be for you. Heck it's really for everyone! =)
If you would like to join me, please feel free to contact me (fb connect here). Spots are always limited so don't wait, it will be fun. And don't worry, if you have any questions, I will help you with any questions that you may have. Stay safe, and see you all soon!
