How I Manage To Stay in Shape While Filming Races Around The World

Filming at Shale Hill Adventure - Vermont

Well, I'll have you know that it's no simple task, and I can't tell you that I stay committed everyday, but I have a few tricks up my sleeve that I can share with you.

When I travel from race to race, and from country to country, it can get very exciting, but it can also be a bit stressful to my mind, body, and spirit.

EASY EXCUSES

It was so easy for me to say things like:

-  I'm traveling today, so I'll just make this a rest day
-  There isn't enough room in the place that I'm staying so I won't workout today
-  I traveled all day yesterday so I need to catch up on some work
-  I can't find a gym nearby, and I don't want to spend money for an uber/taxi/bus etc to get to one
-  I'm sore today, so I'll just lay in bed

REAL LIFE RIGHT HERE

I'm sure that I'm not the only one making excuses, but yes, its tough but the one thing that I've learned is that if I want to be happy and healthy, and want to be able to mark things off my growing bucket list, that I won't be able to do that if I am fat, sick, and unhealthy. So what do I do? I force myself to get uncomfortable. Is it easy? HECK NO!

MY SECRETS

Let me be upfront with you. There are no fitness secrets out there. It's all about hard work and dedication, and something that most people don't event think about.....finding people who think like you. Yeah, I know...it can be tough to find people to workout with you while you're traveling, but it's not impossible. The first thing to do is just ask people. Huh? Yeah, most people just assume that when people travel, all they want to do is drink, party, and sleep....but I know better because I've met so many people who think the opposite, and all I did was ask.

Interviewing Mr Mouse from Tough Guy - Wolverhampton, England

IT'S ABOUT THE SMALL THINGS

Here are some things that I do to keep me in shape while I travel the world filming races for my cause-related media project:

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1.  I take the stairs everywhere that I go, and never the elevator, escalator, or anything that would give me an advantage. Now if I'm at the airport and I'm about to miss a flight, I will get on that fast track thing, but I'm hustling and either running or fast walking, not just standing on the right side watching people walk on the left of me.

2.  When I'm on an airplane or any mode of transportation, I tend to do a lot of calf stretches because my calves can get pretty tight while traveling. So I'll simply straighten my legs (one at a time) as much as I can (benefits of being short I guess), and just rotate my feet, point them up and down, etc. This keeps me moving and my calves loose so they won't swell.

3.  When I have long layovers, I will literally find a small area and do either a short stretch or full body strength and conditioning workout. Sometimes I will pay money to go to the lounge so I can get more privacy, but these people don't know you, and you'll probably never see them again. Plus, you may find someone to workout with you. I've done a quick T25 workout from Beachbody on Demand, and it always just makes me feel good...25 minutes and I'm done.

Hanging out with friends at a hostel in Zurich, Switzerland

4.  Lot's of times I stay at hostels and camp sites. At hostels, there isn't a lot of room especially if you are in a dorm room. So I basically try to look for a nearby gym and ask for a free trial pass, or even find a nearby fancy hotel and pay for a day pass and go to town on my P90X workouts. Working out at camp sites are very easy, there is a lot of space to run and do a lot of body weight resistance workouts. I sometimes will bring resistance bands or my TRX, it all depends if I'm traveling domestic or international. I only travel with one small carry on which can also pass for a personal item. I travel light with only my camera equipment, and a few clothes. Toiletries can always be bought anywhere, so I don't even pack that stuff. I film a lot of races, and just use those free race shirts while I travel, and i'll leave them behind if I feel that it is too much to carry in my pack when going back home. I never pay for check in baggage, NEVER...that's how light I travel =).

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5.  Staying at Airbnb's and hotels are definitely easier and I can never make an excuse to not workout because I have my own room. Unfortunately, because I travel 7 months out of the year, staying at Airbnb's and Hotels are like a luxury to me, it doesn't happen all the time. I will mostly do an Insanity or P90X workout, or simple run on the treadmill. I love it when the hotels have their own gyms, it makes it easier to workout, which I prefer Body Beast workouts at the gym. I do love doing my workouts outdoors, but when I've been outdoors filming races all weekend, sometimes I'd rather just stay indoors.

Hotel Gym Workout - Body Beast

6.  When I travel and stay at places for a long period of time, I tend to explore and find out where the best outdoor parks are. Some of these parks have great running trails with fitness equipment along the running path. I've found other parks to have some amazing outdoor gyms for as low as $1. Being outdoors is definitely what I love the most, so I will always prefer an outdoor park over an indoor gym any day.

7.  You'll be surprised of how many free group fitness classes are out there. I will simply google free workouts and find all kinds of free group fitness classes to attend. Most of these are donation based but it's always worth it. Get a better workout and run to the class instead of using public transportation.

8. When I am out sightseeing or exploring, I try do everything myself instead of using a tour guide or tour company. For one, you save a lot more money, and you will see a lot more because you will be on your own time, and not the time set by the company. Now because you will not book through a company, you may have to look for your own transportation, you may get lost, and you might have to hike longer etc. But if you want to see things off the beaten path, and get fit at the same time, then DIY travel should be on the top of your list.  I normally choose tours or activities that keep me active such as Volcano Hikes, Walking Tours, Bike Tours, and Surf Trips etc.

Concepcion Volcano Hike - Nicaragua

9.  Lastly, if I cannot workout for some reason, or I am literally just being lazy, the least I can do is make sure that I am eating super healthy that day. I mean it's always a good idea to eat healthy all the time, but I'll admit, when I travel...I enjoy eating the local foods and an occasional beer or wine. It's ok to live your life, but remember...you only have one life and one body, so take care of it and moderate the junk foods.

10.  I lied. One last thing. I am part of of an online community of people who I coach. Now even though I coach these people with their health and fitness, it doesn't mean that I am anywhere near perfect. My online community inspires me, motivates me, and keeps me accountable while I travel. They are a constant reminder of why I decided to become healthy and fit in the first place. They remind me that coaches aren't perfect and we need help too. It's so important to find the right people to surround yourself with, and an online accountability community at your finger tips will do the trick, that is if you make it a priority. It's like having you're own personal gym and motivators (cheer squad) everywhere you go. If you need to be a part of one, ask to join my group, it's always free =)

AND THAT'S ABOUT IT

Traveling and getting fit is only difficult if you make it difficult. If you use my tips above as a guideline, it will help your travels be a lot more enjoyable, and you won't miss out on a lot of EPICNESS because you were too out of shape to make it up the mountain.

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Safe travels, and I hope to see you somewhere around the world.

Filming in Monterrey, Mexico

Beachbody Coach International Facebook Group

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I've been receiving a lot of requests and questions about Beachbody going international, which markets will the company open first, and how to become a Beachbody Coach outside of the USA and Canada.  So I decided to start a fun and informative group to help all of you potential Beachbody Coaches to come together and ask questions in one simple group.

I can't promise you that I will know all the answers, but I can tell you that my goal is to provide you with the latest information that I receive straight from Beachbody Corporate.

Looking forward to meeting you!

Here are some of the things that you can expect out of the group:

1.  The latest Beachbody International updates as they come straight from corporate

2.  A place to meet others who anticipate becoming Beachbody Coaches Internationally

3.  A place to find motivation and accountability if you are currently participating in Beachbody Workouts.

4.  Direct Access Communication with me 24/7

5.  And much more!!!

HOW DO I JOIN?

It's simple, just message me here, and I will add you to the online private Facebook group.

WHAT'S NEXT?

Just get excited, and start talking about it within your peers. I look forward to partnering and meeting you in the near future!

Can't wait to introduce you to the team! 

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5 Ways P90X Has Benefited Me Other Than Getting Ripped

You've always heard about how P90X has gotten people totally ripped and shredded right? This classic muscle confusion program helped me lose 30 lbs in 90 Days back in 2010, and I haven't looked back. But this post isn't about the health and fitness aspect of P90X, it's about the other fantastic ways it has benefited me.

Now right off the bat, let me tell you that I am a Full-Time Beachbody Coach, and I speak from experience, over 6 years to be exact, so I'm not here to try to sell you on anything. I'm here to simply share what this extreme little workout program by Tony Horton has done for me (in regards to non- health and fitness results) within the past 6 years.

P90X, the non-health and fitness part

1.  I Became More Comfortable At The Gym (ok, this is about health and fitness, but not in regards to direct physical results)

Before P90X, I took a few Crossfit Group Classes, but I was always intimidated by the gym. Why? Because I didn't want to be "that guy" using the gym equipment the wrong way. I didn't want to be "that guy" walking around like a dumb ass trying to figure out which machine did what.

As I became better and better at P90X, I started to learn more about exercise in general, proper form etc. I also learned about modifications, and how to implement certain gym equipment to replace body weight exercises such as push ups. I now love going to the gym and doing my P90X workouts using actual gym equipment. For those of you who think that P90X is just an in-home workout, try doing it at the gym, you'll get your ass kicked. The cool thing is that you can do it anywhere, no gym required.

I've also learned that it's not all about the exercises that are used in the P90X program, it is more about how it is structured. If followed correctly according to your fitness level, you can achieve some massive results. Its by far my GO TO functional fitness workout for everything that I do.

How to do P90X at the Gym

2.  I Learned How To Coach People To Achieve The Same Success That I Achieved

As I mentioned above, the better I became at doing P90X, the more experienced I became. It was easier for me to share my fitness tips and advice with people to help them reach their goals. My P90X success allowed me to open up a Fit Club in downtown Tampa and help over 2,000 local people get off the couch and into a healthier lifestyle, and I'm pretty proud of that =)

Being a P90X graduate of all the P90X workouts such as P90X, P90X2, and P90X3, it has given me more knowledge about how to stay safe while working out, and how to pace yourself to get the best results. P90X isn't just a fitness program, it's truly a lifestyle.

3.  I Became An Entrepreneur

Well, this just kinda happened. I never knew about the business side of P90X and the mastermind company behind it (my affiliate), but as people began asking me for P90X tips and advice, I organically started coaching them (motivating, keeping them accountable, and giving advice) online with challenge groups on facebook, and something magical started happening.....the pay checks just started to come in. No, they weren't big paychecks in the beginning, but it was a little raise that I couldn't get from my current jobs at the time, and that excited me! Extra income mean't paying my bills on time, and having extra money to spend on vacations.

I never thought that my health and fitness journey would ever pay me, let alone be my full time income. It all started with a passion to become better and healthier for my daughter, and now it's become as big as helping thousands of people all over the world.

My P90X Coaching Business Helped Me Start a Cause-Related Media Project That Helps Raise Awareness for Charities Around The World - Check out OCRTUBE.com

If you help enough people become healthy and fit, and you are passionate about truly helping them succeed, this hobby can become pretty lucrative.

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4.  I Can Now Travel The World Freely

This part I really love because if there is one thing thing that comes after God and my family, it's world travel. Being an online P90X Coach allows me to work from anywhere around the world as long as I have an internet connection. Gone are the days where I used to work in a nightclub, or park cars at a hotel, or work graveyards at a casino. I am now completely mobile, and can work my online coaching business from a smartphone or laptop.

My goal is to visit all 196 countries, and if I do, it will be because of P90X, it's crazy right, but it's true!

5.  I Can Help People Become P90X Certified

Last but not least, P90X has not only helped me become a Beachbody Coach to assist people with their health and fitness goals, but I can also help fitness professionals become certified with P90X. Not every fitness professional is open to the Beachbody Coach Opportunity, but what fitness professional wouldn't want to have the most popular fitness program under their belt to teach to their clients. P90X sells itself, it really does! By becoming P90X certified, it will allow you to get clients almost immediately (results will vary) because the company Beachbody spends over $140 million dollars per year on advertising, so all you have to do is tell people that you are P90X Certified. Simple as that!

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And BAM, there you have it!

And you thought that P90X was just a 90 day fitness program right? As of today, there are hundreds of P90X workouts, and more coming through our new digital format called Beachbody on Demand. If you ever wanted to try P90X for free, you can do it now with a 30 Day Free Trial of Beachbody on Demand, click here. You will not only have access to the entire P90X library, but you will also have access to over 500 other workouts worth over $6,000! You see folks, I'm not selling you anything, I'm giving you something for free!! =)

Also, if you would like to join my free P90X Online Accountability Group, give me a buzz right here, and I'll get you all set up with the group via our fitness app, you'll love it! You'll always get me as your Free Coach, and that's not so bad either =)

Cliff Jumping in Costa Rica

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I crossed the border from Nicaragua to Costa Rica the other day, and stopped by this place called Liberia. There isn't much to do here, but I've always said to myself that it isn't really the place that you visit, but the people you meet along the way.

I only had a couple days in Liberia, and the first day was spent catching up on my Beachbody Business emails and such. I had two options that I was considering for my second day: Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, or Cliff Jumping in Rio Colorado.......I chose CLIFF JUMPING!

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While I was there, I met up with some local costa rican boys and we had a blast. I was actually so glad that they were there because I didn't know where to jump, so it was nice to have some locals to show me the best and safest places to jump! There were also no tourists in sight, it was pretty amazing! You can check out my short video here below =)

Cliff Jumping Rio Colorado, Liberia Costa Rica

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Gym on San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

When I travel, I always try to make a point to look for a nearby gym to get my workout in. While in San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua, I found a gym called "Fight Club Gym" located just passed the bus pick up and drop off area away from the beach. I don't have the actual address, but you can google it, and it will be easy to find. It's walking distance from anywhere on San Juan Del Sur.

The gym offers MMA training as well as your typical gym weights. They do not have a treadmill, but of course that is what the beach is for. The day pass at the time was only $3 US.

When you arrive, you have to go through the opening towards the back and go right up the stairs, you will then see the gym area which is like in a huge warehouse. There is no A/C so get ready to really break a sweat. I find that these gyms are the best ones to go to because they offer all you need, and nothing fancy, just the basic equipment with a great atmosphere.

I was able to get one workout in while at the Fight Club Gym, so I decided to do the Body Beast Total Body Workout, always a good one!

Other ways to get your workout during your stay in San Juan Del Sur besides surfing is hiking up the hills surrounding the beach. The best hike view is from the Jesus Statue overlooking the town. You can start on a run from your accommodation, and run through the beach and then up to the landmark statue, then back down. It's a very good morning workout.
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San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua

Overlook from the Cristo de la Misericordia

There are also a few places that even offer yoga and Zumba classes, so there is a little bit for everyone. And as always, you can always workout on the beach or your hotel with Beachbody on Demand, can't go wrong with that!

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Volcano Concepcion Hike - Ometepe Island, Nicaragua

1,000 meters up Concepcion

The one thing that I try to stay healthy and train for is life itself. Lately, I've been doing a lot of travel for my cause-related media project OCRTUBE.com, and that in itself keeps me active and somewhat in shape.

I was just recently in Ometepe Island filming the 2017 Fuego y Agua Survival Run (you can watch my video here), and within the time I was there, I hiked both Maderas and Concepcion. I actually did Maderas at night while filming the endurance athletes from the Survival Run, it took me 9 1/2 hours of filming and hiking on Maderas. After editing and uploading the Survival Run video (total race miles for the athletes across the island was about 60 miles covering two volcanos and a vast amount of the island), I hiked up Concepcion a few days later with a couple that I met on the island.

Total hike is about 1,600 meters or 5300 feet in elevation. Average hike time ranges from 8-12 hours depending on your fitness level.

Front entrance of Concepcion

Coming down from Concepcion

Here is a quick video from our Volcon Concepcion Hike which took us 7 1/2 hours R/T. We started at the main entrance which if you go early in the day, they require you to have a guide which I was not fond of, but they would not allow us to hike up without one. The guides range from $10-$20 per person. I recommend asking a Tuk Tuk Driver for a guide ($10) instead of trying to book an actual volcano hike tour ($20).

Are you looking for a way to stay active and workout while traveling? I highly recommend the Beachbody on Demand App (click here for a Free 30 Day Trial). (If you reside out of the USA and Canada, message me here) I use this all the time when I travel, in my hostel, Airbnb, Hotel, Outdoors, Gym, or pretty much anywhere. I do enjoy going different gyms all over the world, but sometimes they are difficult to find, or they are a trek away, so BOD helps me stick with my goals on the go. I also enjoy running, then using the Beachbody Online Yoga Studio within the app, it's so good! =) 

Also, if you would like to join my FREE online accountability group for more health and fitness motivation and free workouts, feel free to message me here! Looking forward to meeting you! 

Punta Jesus Maria, the best place to watch the sunset on Ometepe Island

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10 Things That Beachbody Isn't

So let's dig right into this shall we! NO INTRO REQUIRED.

1.  QUICK FIX - There are over 400 workouts, and $6,000 worth of fitness programs within the Beachbody Library. There are 3 to 90 day "all-in-one" challenge packs that include both fitness and nutrition. It's not about selling shortcuts, it's about helping people learn the benefits of living a health and fitness lifestyle the proper way. If you're looking for a quick fix, unfortunately.....you will never reach your goals.

2.  PYRAMID SCAM - If you did not know, "pyramid schemes and/or scams" are illegal. blah blah blah! I highly encourage you to try talking to people who are successful in this industry, and who are truly making an impact in this world with their philanthropic and political projects. Network Marketing is a billion dollar industry, and is even bigger than the NFL. Bottom line, do your research and make an informed decision.

3.  MAGIC PILL - Shakeology is not a magic pill. It's like having a salad that tastes like a dessert. Most people who try to eat healthy incorporate salads as part of their nutrition. When is the last time that you had a meal with over 70+ superfoods from around the world. You're busy, I'm busy, we're all busy......with Shakeology, you can get one of the most nutrient-dense meals anytime, anywhere...and it only costs $5 per meal, not bad at all when you see people paying $10+ for pressed juices...why?

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4.  FOR EVERYONE - With so many health and fitness options, it's all about finding which program works best or you. If you haven't tried incorporating Beachbody into your life, why not give it a go. Most of the products have a money-back guarantee or a free trial, so you have nothing to lose and everything to gain. As far as the business side is concerned, if you are teachable, consistent, and have big goals, then you will rock it. Like anything, if you work hard (and are not afraid to fail forward), any business can be rewarding, and this also goes for having a Beachbody Coaching Business.

5.  TREND - Working out and eating healthy is not a trend, it's a lifestyle. This is not about inventing or buying the latest shake weight, ab roller or one hit wonder, it's as simple as tweaking the way that you fuel your body, and committing to your daily activities so that you can make big changes in your life.

6.  GET RICH QUICK - It takes an average of 2-5 years for a legitimate business to become profitable. Beachbody Coaching is a real business that takes time to build just like any business. Would you open up a restaurant, nightclub, hotel or tech company for only a month and give up? I think not. If you treat this business like a real business, it will be one. If someone tells you that a business is easy, be very cautious, it's most likely illegal or too good to be true. Hard work does pays off, but if you work hard and smart, it will yield more success!

7.  EASY - Ask anyone who is healthy and fit if it was easy. Ask any Entrepreneur if building a million-dollar empire was easy. People who have found the best results in fitness and/or business surround themselves with people who lift them up and support them. So if your goals are important to you, it's pretty darn important to be extra picky with the people that you surround yourself with. If your inner-circle does not believe in you, it will be very difficult to get to the next level of your life.

Life isn't easy, but not doing anything about it makes it harder

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8.  COOKIE CUTTER - With the growing online fitness library that Beachbody has every month, it is far from being cookie cutter. When people tell you that Beachbody is cookie cutter, it's probably because they are not familiar with what's going on with the company and the technology, or simply put, they just want your business. Everyone deserves the right to choose their own health and fitness preference. I would definitely think twice about anyone, or any fitness professional who is talking smack about another fitness regiment. Whether you are doing Zumba, Crossfit, P90X, or Swimming....you deserve to be praised for just being active.

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9.  ABOUT SALES - If you think that life is not trying to sell you on anything, then it might be time to wake up =). These days, if you want something, it isn't possible without buying something, that is if you are living in the civilized world. If you want to talk to relatives, you talk on the phone, that takes money. If you want to eat clean, you go to an organic grocery and buy food. If you want to workout, you pay for a gym or equipment, or workout clothes, there's just not going anywhere around it. The question is, are you investing in something that will give you a return. Are you using something that will help you achieve your goals? We live in a "sales" world, from restaurants, to endurance races, to movies, to real estate etc. The world we live in is all about sales, and people selling (or sharing), but the good thing is that you choose where you invest your money in. Beachbody is not about getting sold, it's about choosing an option that works, that is.... if you allow it too.

10.  WHAT YOU THINK - Forget about what you've heard, forget about the negative things that people say, forget about what you don't know, and try opening your mind to learning about something meaningful and exciting. Too many people are listening to people who have no interest in their success...why? Because they are embarrassed about what people will think about them? Do you think Mark Zuckerberg or Elon Musk cared about what people thought? People who succeeded in life do it for themselves and their family, NOT for the people who have no bearing on their success or happiness. Whether you are curious about Beachbody in regards to fitness or finance, the buck stops here, take that risk, take that chance...it may be that ONE THING that will change your life.

To find out how to get started in improving your fitness or finances, or both, give me a buzz, I'll share some stuff with you and it will be up to you to see what is best for you! =)


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