TOP 5 Holiday Shakeology Recipes

 TOP 5 Holiday Shakeology Recipes

The holiday season is fast approaching, and this is when a lot of people begin indulging, right before they set their New Years Resolutions. Well I've got some fantastic news for you! You can get ahead of the game by using these healthy and festive Shakeology recipes. Don't worry about sacrificing taste or your sweet cravings, with these "guilt-free" Top 5 Holiday Shakeology Recipes I assure you that you will be completely satisfied =)

1.  Gingerbread Man Shakeology
- 1 serving Chocolate Shakeology
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup skim milk (or almond milk, rice milk)

Blend with ice until desired consistency - Enjoy! 

2.  Berry Supernova Crunch Banana Ice-Cream

 Who says you can't have Ice Cream during the Holidays? Sure you can! =)

(Serves 1-2)
- 1 scoop tropical strawberry Shakeology
- 2 frozen bananas
- splash of almond milk
- 1/2tsp vanilla extract
- handful of strawberries
- handful of raspberries
- handful of blackcurrants
- handful of redcurrants
- handful of blueberries
- 2tsp goji berry and mixed seed mix
- 2 cups granola

What You Do:

Add Shakeology, banana, milk, and most of the fruit to the blender, saving some for later. Blend until smooth.

Add the vanilla extract, seed mix, remaining fruit and all but a little of the granola, and blend on a very low setting/pulse for about 30 seconds.

Serve in a bowl or mason jar, and sprinkle over the remaining granola, any berries, and/or any of the seed mix you have left. Just enjoy!

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Cinnamon Roll Shakeology

Love Cinnamon Rolls? You'll love this!

- 1 serving Chocolate Shakeology
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup skim milk (or almond milk, rice milk)

Blend well with ice until desired consistency - Enjoy! 

 
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Almond Joy To The World Shakeology

 - 1 serving Chocolate Shakeology
- 1 Tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/2 cup light coconut milk
- 1/2 cup water
- Add water to thin if needed

Blend with ice until desired consistency - Enjoy!

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Gingerbread Latte
- 1 serving Chocolate Shakeology
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1/2 cup cold coffee

Blend with ice until desired consistency - enjoy! 

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5 Word Phrases That I May Or May Not Miss When I Leave South East Asia

This is the tail end of my trip in South East Asia. I have had such an amazing time, and have met some incredible people from all over the world. Back home, there are certain words that you hear all the time, certain phrases that people say depending on where you are from. Like "Want some "pop"? up north, versus "Here's your "soda" sir" down south. South East Asia is no different, and I'm not going to lie, but I've heard so many things here that I just don't want to hear again lol =). But it's just part of travel, and I am just blessed to experience what other cultures and people say from around the globe. It's a different world out here, and who knows, I might miss some of these word phrases, well maybe not all of them =)

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1.  TUK TUK? - It doesn't matter where you are in SE Asia, you will never really have any problems finding local transportation (unless you are in a very remote area). These tuk tuk drivers are real hustlers! They can take you places, become your personal tour guide, and provide you with practically anything that you want, legal or illegal. Now not all of them are like this, but most of them are, at least the ones that I have come across. Tuk Tuk drivers are not really all that bad if they aren't ripping you off. If you can act like a local, and show them that you have done your research, you will most likely have a decent experience with them. Let it be no shock to you, that when you're in SE Asia, all you will hear is "Tuk Tuk"? This is their way of asking you if you need a ride somewhere. I do love riding in tuk tuks, and everywhere you go, you will find some pimped out tuk tuks. My favorite one was a Rolls Royce =)

2.  MASSAGE? - In SE Asia you can get a massage for as little as $3 US! I honestly think that SE Asia must be the "mecca" of thee massage! They offer every massage that you can think of! Almost everywhere you walk, you will see massage parlors, and what do you hear? "Massage"!!! "I give you good price",  "I make you feel good long time". Now there are a lot of really decent places to go to, and there are just as many shady places as well. I was once in Vientiane, Laos and I saw these ladies in bicycles and they were fully equipped with there massage shrapnel. It was actually pretty cool watching the sunset on the Mekong River while watching these ladies give massages and pedicures "you name it, they did everything", right by the Mekong River in Vientiane. In a way, I will miss these cute ladies asking me if I want a massage =). Traveling from country to country, having a massage is something that you should get regularly, and it could really make your travel a very pleasant one.

Sunset Massage along the Mekong River - Vientiane, Laos

3.  OH MY BUDDHA! - I think that this is one that I will really miss because every time I heard it, it was because something funny just happened. "Oh my Buddha" is just like saying "OMG" or "WTH" =) Infact, I think I even started saying it, and I will probably continue saying it in the USA, just because heck, it's different! And it reminds me of some really good times that I had in SE Asia!

Good times in South East Asia!

4.  OBAMA =) - I didn't hear this at too many places, but I heard it almost everyday when I was in Myanmar. It's like this, when the Burmese people would ask me where I was from, I would say "I'm from the USA", and they would say "Ohhhhhh, yeah Obama!!!! =)" with a big huge smile, like they wanted me to know that they knew something about where I was from.  It was especially cute when the kids said it, especially the ones who were always trying to sell me 30 postcards that I would never use =). I guess they were in love with Obama ha ha! Remember the song?

5.  WANT SOME BOOM BOOM? - This is actually something that most of the Tuk Tuk drivers would say when you didn't need a ride. It was like they had a full menu of things to sell you. If you didn't need a ride, they wanted to sell you sex (not from them, but from crime syndicates or pimps), if you didn't want that, they would sell you narcotics and so on. The sex trade is so normal in SE Asia, and in some places....totally legal. I do not support the industry because a lot of it supports sex trafficking of young innocent girls, and being that I have a teenage daughter, that is something that I do not want to be a part of. The sex trade is big business in SE Asia, and I don't really care when adults make a decision to make it a part of their profession, that's of course their business, but when it come to kids, that's when I have to voice my opinion on the issue. Let kids be kids, and let adults be adults.

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So those are 5 phrases commonly heard while traveling SE Asia. For the most part, it's no different from the things that we say or hear in the USA, or other parts of the world, the words just change, but they almost all the time have the same meaning. During my travels in South East Asia, I've learned that people think and feel the same, and that's pretty much all over the world. We all love, we all hate, we all have dreams, we all crave adventure, we all work hard for what we believe in, and we all want our freedom. I love SE Asia, and I will definitely be back!

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Everything You Need To Know About Insanity MAX 30

 Everything You Need To Know About Insanity Max:30

If Shaun T MAXES out at 22-26 minutes (while using some modifications), you know Insanity MAX: 30 is for real! For those of you who just want quick details about Insanity MAX 30, then this post is for you! This information comes straight from the Beachbody Coach Exclusive Max 30 Training Webinar. So here's everything that you need to know about Shaun T's new program Insanity Max 30:

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Everything About Insanity Max 30:

-  Insanity Max 30 is not crazier than Insanity Asylum
-  There is a Low Impact Modifier which will be viewable for the entire workout
-  Insanity Max 30 is more intense than Insanity because workouts are condensed to only 30 minutes
-  Insanity Max 30 uses Tabata Training for the power and strength workouts
-  No equipment required, just your body
-  Similar to HIIT Training, Tabata Training with Max 30 is 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off, 8 rounds, with drop sets using your own body (month 1 - Tabata Power and Strength) and 45 seconds on, 15 seconds off, 6 rounds (month 2 - Max Out Power and Strength)
-  Insanity Max 30 is 60 days, no recovery week (2 days off per week)
-  Insanity Max 30 has a Fit Test every day (workout days)
-  Month 1 and 2 both include 5 DVD's
-  Maxing out: It's not about finishing the 30 minutes, it's about going to your max and listening to your body, that's where the results come. It's about your "personal best".
-  Insanity Max 30 is for all fitness levels
-  What makes Max 30 different: Extreme 30 Minute Workouts, 150 New Moves, Max Out Training, Low Impact Modifier
-  Insanity Max 30 Intervals are different from Insanity:  it's 3 moves, 30 seconds each, 3 rounds, each circuit is 4 1/2 minutes. In month 2, it's 5 1/2 minutes which includes a "power round"
-  Insanity Max 30 is also focused on "recovery time"
-  Insanity Max 30 is 100% mindset
-  Some of Shaun T's own favorite new Max 30 moves include: Burpee Lunges and the Rope Climb (an ab exercise)
-  Maxing out is also possible by using the low impact modifications, it's based on your fitness capability, and body control while using proper form. The bigger the range of motion, the bigger the results!
-  Insanity Max 30 is perfect for Fit Clubs
-  Insanity Max 30 is for anyone who wants to take their body to PEAK physical condition
-  Shaun T says Max 30 is for those who: want to achieve their personal best, are short on time, don't want to use any equipment, wants a flexible eating plan, are at any fitness level
-  BASIC KIT DETAILS:  (12 workouts, 10 DVD's, Nutrition Guide, Wall Calendar, Max Out Guide, No Time to Eat Guide)
*$119.85 Retail
*$107.87 Club Price
*$89.89  Coach Price
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- DELUXE KIT DETAILS: (everything above plus the portion control containers, ab maximizer plus, core comfort mat, 3 bonus workouts: max out abs "15 minutes), max out 360, ab attack "10 minutes")
*$239.70 Retail
*$215.73 Club Price
*$179.78 Coach Price

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-  Month One Workouts: Cardio Challenge (first workout), Sweat Intervals, Tabata Power (core, plyometrics, power), Tabata Strength, Friday Fight Round 1, *extra optional workout called Pulse (focused on balance and form, great for a Saturday workout)
-  Month Two Workouts:  Max Out Cardio, Max Out Sweat, Max Out Power, Max Out Strength, Friday Fight Round 2
-  There is a Coach Exclusive BONUS "LIVE" workout DVD called "Sweat Fest" when you purchase Max 30 through a Team Beachbody Coach (me) Click here to make me your FREE Coach now!
-  Nutrition Guides are focused on flexble eating and portion control
-  Insanity Max 30 Apparel will be available on December 4th, 2015
-  Insanity Max 30 is good for the following goals: more strength, lean muscles, ripped look, better athlete, lose weight, tone up
-  Insanity Max 30 will be available through your Coach (me) on December 2nd, one week before actual launch!  Make me your FREE coach now - click here!

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Coach Arnel's Insanity MAX 30 Test Group

Coach Arnel's Insanity MAX 30 Test Group

I am so EXCITED for Shaun T's newest program, Insanity MAX 30. I don't really want to go into what the program is all about, but you can read my blog post on this here.

What is an Insanity MAX 30 Test Group?
It's quite simple actually. It's where a group gets together online (via an exclusive facebook group) and starts a health and fitness program "together" from the comfort of their own home or gym to keep each other accountable, and motivated. The test group is focused not on just fitness goals, but also life goals. The test group will be geared towards helping participants learn how to turn health and fitness into a lifestyle, get the BEST results, learn about clean eating, whilst meeting like-minded people just like you! Free Online Coaching (24/7) is provided by me.

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When does the Insanity MAX 30 Test Group begin?
My first Insanity MAX 30 Test group will be set to start on January 5th, 2015. And after that date, I will be hosting ongoing Insanity MAX 30 Challenge Groups every week after. So if you miss the January 5th date, that's perfectly fine. I will have ongoing challenge groups set up every week starting on Mondays. The Insanity Max 30 Test Group will be a 60 Day Challenge.

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How do I sign up for the Insanity MAX 30 Test Group?
That's a great question! You can do so by entering with an Insanity MAX 30 Challenge Pack - Click Here!  The Insanity MAX 30 Challenge pack will include the Insanity MAX 30 Fitness Program with bonus DVD's, One month supply of Shakeology Nutrition, Free-Trial Club Membership with Free Meal Planner, and of course Free Elite Coaching from me!

I already have Shakeology, can I just purchase the Insanity MAX 30 program?
Absolutely! As long as you are on Shakeology, and I am your Free Coach, you can still join the Insanity MAX 30 Test Group. Here are your purchase options: (if you already have Shakeology through me)
- Max 30 Base Kit
- Max 30 Deluxe Kit
 If I am not already your Free Coach, you can do so now by clicking here!

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How can I get the Insanity Max 30 Challenge Pack for free?
I'm glad that you asked =) Simply invite 4 of your friends or family to do the Insanity MAX 30 Challenge with you, and you will get your Insanity Max 30 Challenge Pack for free! All participants must purchase the Insanity MAX 30 Challenge pack from me in order for the offer to be valid. Invite more people, you may want to ask me about being a Beachbody Coach, where you can have more incentives and make some extra money!

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How can I connect with you?
I'm flattered! The best way to reach me is through facebook. Simply add me here, and I can better assist you with joining my Insanity MAX 30 Test Group and ongoing Challenge Groups.

I'm looking forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals! See you soon =)


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Beachbody BLACK FRIDAY + CYBER MONDAY - What's the BIG Deal???

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I am by no means a "SHOPPER", but I do enjoy good deals! Oh, and I can't imagine myself going to a mall or shopping center with millions of people stampeding to the cashier, and having to wait hours to check out! I've heard stories of people getting into some Muay Thai fights over X-Boxes, laptops, TV's and whatever, it's definitely NOT for me. But, what I could do is stay at home, or since I'm traveling Southeast Asia right now, I can sit in my pajamas and shop for my friends and family, while others are dodging road raged drivers on the way to a mall that has even more stressed out people, yeah.....I'll be doing some ONLINE SHOPPING =)

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(link will be active on November 25th, Tuesday Night, 8pm EST)

I think that shopping from home, and giving the gift of health and fitness sounds much better =). So starting Tuesday Night (November 25th, 8pm EST/5pm PST) there will be some AMAZING deals from the company I am so proudly affiliated with "Beachbody". There will be items up to 85% off, Free Shipping, and even Free Gifts on top of the savings!

Here is a list of some of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals:

FYI, the deals end on December 2nd, 8pm EST. All items are LIMITED, and will only be available only while supplies last, so don't wait until the last minute!

So how do I get access to these DEALS?
Simply go to this link - SHOP NOW - CLICK HERE!
(it should be LIVE on Nov 25th, Tuesday Night, 8pm EST)

WHAT NEXT?
Save some cash, shop stress-free, and share this with your friends so that they can save some money too! 

*Please note that these Beachbody Holiday Specials are only for USA and Canada at this time. For the rest of the world, we'll be there soon I promise! =)


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Mountain Biking in Guatemala - OX Expeditions

 Mountain Biking Guatemala - Watch Video below!

I finally got around to creating a quick video on this Pilar Push Mountain Bike Tour that I did back in Antigua, Guatemala earlier this year (March 2014). There were many outdoor adventure outfitter companies in Antigua, but an Aussie girlfriend of mind that I met in Nicaragua told me about OX Expeditions, so I had to check them out.

OX Expeditions offers adventure tours from mountain biking, volcano treks, surfing, rock climbing, and zip line. They also have a place called Base Camp for adventure seekers to crash in between expeditions. I met Victor, the guy who runs the show at OX, and he's a really cool guy, and quite the outdoor enthusiast. If you are an adventure traveler, and you are in Antigua, Guatemala, then this is the place to stay and explore the highlands.

 Cerro De La Cruz overlooking Antigua, Guatemala

During my Pilar Push Mountain Bike Tour, I actually got injured going downhill. It happened about half way through the 3-4 hour bike trip, so I mostly filmed and grabbed footage of my tour guide Mehedhi, and Robin from Amsterdam who also joined me on the tour. The Pilar Push is an advanced tour and is definitely not recommend for the beginner. Mehedhi, who I just heard is no longer with the company, he was an awesome tour guide with a lot of experience and information about the highlands and Guatemala itself. He made the trip very educational and extremely fun!

I plan to go back to Antigua in the beginning of 2015 as I plan to backpack the Yucatan, and will begin my journey from Guatemala. So you know where I'll be - OX Expeditions and Base Camp! =)

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Here is a quick "sneak peek" of the Pilar Push Mountain Bike Tour from OX Expeditions. If you go to the highlands, say "HOLA" to Victor for me!

Pilar Push - Mountain Biking Guatemala - WATCH VIDEO

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Pai White Water Rafting and Hill Tribe Village Trekking - Thailand

Pai White Water Rafting - Pai Adventure

White Water Rafting has always been something that I have always wanted to do, and I finally got the opportunity when I was backpacking through Pai, Thailand. I arrived in Southeast Asia in September and have been traveling all throughout SE Asia. I happened to meet a friend of mine in Chiang Mai before going to Myanmar to check out the 11th century pagodas, and she asked if I wanted to go to Pai with her when I arrived back from Myanmar (Burma). I took her up on the offer because I have heard nothing but good things about Pai, and plus I started to get "Templed Out", which is easy to do when you're in Asia =).

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As soon as we arrived to Pai, I immediately started searching for things to do. Just a quick walk down from our guest house, we ran into this place called Pai Adventure. They specialized in adventure tours from kayaking, rafting, trekking, rock climbing, and they also rent bicycles and motor bikes. Upon walking in, I was greeted right away. The staff was very informative and helpful. We decided on a one-day white water rafting tour through the Pai River which included: round trip transportation, rafting tour and equipment, water, lunch, hot springs, and even some cliff jumping.

The company is run by a Chinese guy who talks really loud, I think he might have been in the military or something, but he assured us that he was not yelling at us, it's just how he talks =). He was very involved with the business (which impressed me), from driving us to the starting point, to giving us a briefing and safety course before getting into the water.

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This was my very first time, so I was not really sure what to bring, but I was surprised that I was pretty prepared, a lot more than the other newbies =). Well I'll be honest, I've kayaked many times in the past, so I kinda knew the drill. If it is your first time white water rafting, here is a list of some things that you might want to bring on a one-day rafting trip:

- Flip Flops or Water Shoes
- Swim Suit + Change of Clothes
- Suncreen
- Mosquito Repellant 
- Water Proof Cameras (Gopros Highly Recommended
- Towel
- Toilet Paper for #2 =) 

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The only thing that you need on the raft is what you're wearing, mosquito repellant, and maybe your water proof cameras. Everything else can be kept in your bag which is safely stored in one of their company vehicles. If you do bring a camera, toilet paper, and some sunscreen etc. the rafting guide can store it in his water bag to keep it from getting wet, and thrown overboard.

The rafting trip was just what I expected. It was fun and exciting, but at the same time, very peaceful. The rapids went up to Class 3, which was perfect for me because I am no professional. I fell off the raft once, but it was actually pretty fun! Depending on the time of year that you go, the level of the water can change which can bring in more extreme rapids up to Class 5, but I think that those rapids may be at a different part of the river, and is for 2-3 day rafting trips. Definitely not for the novice.

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After a whole day of rafting, we made a last minute decision to do some Hill Tribe Village Trekking the next day. So we ended up sleeping overnight at a Hill Tribe Village home, which happened to be the home of one of our tour guides. There were only 600 people living in this village. His family cooked dinner and breakfast for us, it was an amazing experience. We stayed up all night listening to tribal stories and even sipping on some village moonshine (just one for me).

Breakfast before our Hill Tribe Trek

The next day we did a 5-6 hour hill tribe trek through some of the most remote villages in and around Pai. Seeing how the villagers lived off the land was an eye opening experience. Sometimes we think that we have a tough life, and then you see how hard these villagers work for the very little amount of money that they make, it's a very humbling experience.

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Overall, my time in Pai was nothing short but amazing. I only wish that I spent more time there. Who knows, I'll probably be back =)

Here is a little 3 minute video of our little Pai Adventure, enjoy and I hope you too can experience this wonderful place!

Pai White Water Rafting and Hill Tribe Village Trekking - Thailand

WATCH VIDEO!

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