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Looking for some MT's who want to add exercise like P90X to their practices
About a year ago, I got my butt off my couch and into the gym in order to deal with stress of daily life. It made me feel better, but I had another goal - I wanted to start losing weight to be an example to my clients who thought it was too hard. I wasn't losing many inches or pounds, though. I know from my training as a naturopath and holistic nutrition classes that it is a simple concept - take in less calories than you burn - but, I had been fat since I was 5, so there is obviously a hormonal issue for me as well - anyway - To make a long story short, After more diets and programs than I can count, I was in the gym watching infomercials while working out on the elliptical, and found Slim in 6. I bought it for my birthday a few months later as I was having a hard time fitting the gym into my schedule. Dec 1 I started and in 6 weeks I lost 8 inches from my hips, 6 inches from my waist, 4 inches from my thighs, and 1.5 inches from my arms. My clients not only wanted to know what I was doing, but they wanted to know how to get their hands on it. I became a coach for the company. Now, I represent great workout programs like P90X, Slim in 6, Turbo Jam, Hip Hop Abs, Yoga Booty Ballet, ...etc. And i get to capitalize on the incredible marketing that the company does, when they give me leads from those ads. It's an awesome company, and they are focusing on eliminating obesity in America 1 work out at a time. feel free to check out my website www.beachbodycoach.com/achesaway or email me anytime emma@achesawaymt.com to ask questions.
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Permalink Reply by Travis Alligood on
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Hi Emma,
Congratulations on your feat, of your progress. I kinda know what you mean August 10 2009 I weighed 245,exactly 90 days later doing P90X I lost 50 lbs and in the process of maintaining I lost another 12 lbs and In the best shape Ive ever been in my life. I thought about trying to do the P90X coaching because a lot of people have been very kind to me with their comments about my weight loss, however it works both ways because a lot of people ask me if Im okay because they have worried about me losing weight so fast, and I tell them Ive never felt better. Now I work in a YMCA and maintain my business there and try to do classes there when I can and recently just started back on P90X again and see what happens, so I have to do it away from work. But I do not mind I love it. I think if there are any unbeleivers out there that are curious about wether it will work for them GO FOR IT ! On another hand I was on Diabetes meds for 10 yrs, Im off now which Im very happy to say It did good for me I think if a person is not afraid to workout you can do it to. You will love it. Peace Travis
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Permalink Reply by Emma F. Clites on
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Hi Travis, thanks for your comment- Just so you know, if you are serious about loving p90x and would like to be a coach, the Y that you work at may be interested in providing p90x classes as well. I don't know if their biz structure would allow for that or not, but you obviously have proof that it works. You can always ask, all they can say is "no". I've been talking to a lot of personal trainers and chiropractors - all of whom are interested. The big thing is that this isn't a fad diet, or a weird program that makes you eat their processed food all day. It's about eating right and exercising. The supplements are for support. And if you do have problems with the Y - you can talk to them about the Shakeology - I am almost a naturopath, and I am just amazed by the contents in this stuff. I'd love to talk to you more about your progress as you go along. I'm planning to do P90X this summer myself, as i'm still not quite ready for it physically yet. I still have to pause once in a while doing Slim in 6. But, that's what I love - there is a program for any fitness level. The other thing is that gyms and personal trainers know that people don't always make it to the gym every day, and sometimes they lose people - why not profit from those that they see losing interest or time. Just a thought. Anyway - next time you log in your workout on the beachbody site (make sure you are entering the daily contest too - there's $1000 prize you might win) go into "connect" and search for me - achesaway- and request me as a buddy.
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Permalink Reply by Marissa on
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It's a comfort to know that others have actually finished the P90X program! I have been unable to find anyone else who has completed it! As soon as I pop this baby out, I will be heading back to my basement to do the program for the 4th time. Can't wait! The pain and agony of the first few weeks is nothing compared to bringing a life in to the world. Tony Horton does a great job of making people understand that they can "tweak" the moves for their own body and comfort levels.
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Permalink Reply by Kari Taylor, LMT, NCTMB on
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Oh My!!! I'm on month three - week three...for the third time! I think I'm a P90X addict!! Isn't there rules you have to follow to add P90X to your menu at a spa or wellenss center? I'm a Licensed Massage Therapist (State and National) and a Certified Personal Trainer...
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Ok, are you practicing at a francise that would not allow you to promote things on your own? Otherwise, you can become a coach, and by doing so, you can offer classes, fitness open houses, and other such things as an independant Beach body coach. check out my website www.beachbodycoach.com/achesaway when you are there click on COACH and you can also email me with questions. also, personal trainers love this because you can make money when people work out at home!
Kari Taylor, LMT, NCTMB said:Oh My!!! I'm on month three - week three...for the third time! I think I'm a P90X addict!! Isn't there rules you have to follow to add P90X to your menu at a spa or wellenss center? I'm a Licensed Massage Therapist (State and National) and a Certified Personal Trainer...
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Permalink Reply by Darcy Neibaur on
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Emma I joined a Curves Gym for my Birthday this month and I love it.
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Glad to hear that you found something that works for you, That's what this is all about. When I was working out at the gym, I did a lot of sweating, but very little losing of inches or pounds.
Darcy Neibaur said:Emma I joined a Curves Gym for my Birthday this month and I love it.
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They posted the numbers for the ladies at Curves Top 50 this facility that I attend and the inches lost were 8,000 in a year, and the pouinds lost were 7,000 for the top 50 women of the facility I attend for a year. This is a combined total. The workout there is much different than most gyms. They have a curcit that works the upper and lower body together and is low resistance. No pain involved. One can go 6 days a week and work or as little as they choose. I have so far gone 5-6 times a week. They weigh and measure once a month to keep track of their ladies successes. I will let you know how I measure up the first of April.
Emma F. Clites said:Glad to hear that you found something that works for you, That's what this is all about. When I was working out at the gym, I did a lot of sweating, but very little losing of inches or pounds.
Darcy Neibaur said:Emma I joined a Curves Gym for my Birthday this month and I love it.
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just checking in to see if you had any more questions. I was really hoping to find some folks who were serious about adding fitness to their practices, and you sound like you may have already done that to some extent. would love to chat any time!
Kari Taylor, LMT, NCTMB said:Oh My!!! I'm on month three - week three...for the third time! I think I'm a P90X addict!! Isn't there rules you have to follow to add P90X to your menu at a spa or wellenss center? I'm a Licensed Massage Therapist (State and National) and a Certified Personal Trainer...
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Elaine, I had an awakening when I joined Curves which is for women only. There is all kinds of shapes and sizes and ages in women and most of them are older I would say 40's on up and most are over weight. I feel so comfortable here and the workout is low resistant impact and so effective. I have been so surprised by my membership which I am using 4-5 times a week. I love it.
Elaine Heitkamp said:Hi Travis ...couldn't resist in responding ...your accomplishment is amazing! i have been curious about the P90X. I am usually skeptical about the info commercials I see on tv but I have to say I am impressed. I have about 50 lbs to lose and not interested in joining a gym (too self conscious of being overweight) I think I may give the P90X a try.
Travis Alligood said:Hi Emma,
Congratulations on your feat, of your progress. I kinda know what you mean August 10 2009 I weighed 245,exactly 90 days later doing P90X I lost 50 lbs and in the process of maintaining I lost another 12 lbs and In the best shape Ive ever been in my life. I thought about trying to do the P90X coaching because a lot of people have been very kind to me with their comments about my weight loss, however it works both ways because a lot of people ask me if Im okay because they have worried about me losing weight so fast, and I tell them Ive never felt better. Now I work in a YMCA and maintain my business there and try to do classes there when I can and recently just started back on P90X again and see what happens, so I have to do it away from work. But I do not mind I love it. I think if there are any unbeleivers out there that are curious about wether it will work for them GO FOR IT ! On another hand I was on Diabetes meds for 10 yrs, Im off now which Im very happy to say It did good for me I think if a person is not afraid to workout you can do it to. You will love it. Peace Travis
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You should totally consider slim in 6 first - and i will explain why - p90x is an extreme boot camp program designed for a 90 day commitment - the p90x guide tells you that you should have completed slim in 6 or power 90 first before starting p90x. honestly, if a person has not been actively working out and starts p90x, there is a greater chance of giving up before the 90 days is up. Slim in 6 is a 6 week commitment, you will still get rapid results - if you read the whole thread, that is the program that I started with and lost 9 inches from my hips in 8 weeks. go to www.beachbodycoach.com/achesaway . you can purchase programs/ compare programs here.
Elaine Heitkamp said:Hi Travis ...couldn't resist in responding ...your accomplishment is amazing! i have been curious about the P90X. I am usually skeptical about the info commercials I see on tv but I have to say I am impressed. I have about 50 lbs to lose and not interested in joining a gym (too self conscious of being overweight) I think I may give the P90X a try.
Travis Alligood said:Hi Emma,
Congratulations on your feat, of your progress. I kinda know what you mean August 10 2009 I weighed 245,exactly 90 days later doing P90X I lost 50 lbs and in the process of maintaining I lost another 12 lbs and In the best shape Ive ever been in my life. I thought about trying to do the P90X coaching because a lot of people have been very kind to me with their comments about my weight loss, however it works both ways because a lot of people ask me if Im okay because they have worried about me losing weight so fast, and I tell them Ive never felt better. Now I work in a YMCA and maintain my business there and try to do classes there when I can and recently just started back on P90X again and see what happens, so I have to do it away from work. But I do not mind I love it. I think if there are any unbeleivers out there that are curious about wether it will work for them GO FOR IT ! On another hand I was on Diabetes meds for 10 yrs, Im off now which Im very happy to say It did good for me I think if a person is not afraid to workout you can do it to. You will love it. Peace Travis
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again, so glad that you are happy with curves, but this discussion is really for people that are interested in p90x, which is so completely different from curves. First, the beachbody programs are for use at home. Folks who need to get in a workout and can't make it to the gym love that convenience. also, all of the programs put out by beachbody combine cardio and strength training allowing for faster results. third, beachbody programs are marketed both by infomercial and by independant beachbody coaches, like me. Coaches can access leads from those infomercials for free once they have only 2 active coaches in their team - which I have. The mission of beachbody is to end obesity in america. They make money, yes, but the company gives back to the coaches so much, and also provides cash and prizes as motivation for folks to continue working out. In this day and age, when childhood obesity is at an all time high and the likelihood of our children to outlive us is less and less, it is truly important to start teaching healthy habits of exercise and nutrition. The best example we can give our children is ourselves! But what I really love, is that the beachbody programs are fun - and they also have programs for children to help them to see exercise as fun. Beachbody also has a web portal where you can log in your exercise, plan your meals, calculate your bmi, enter daily prize drawings for doing workouts, connect with others doing the programs, chat with trainers, download recipes, ...etc. There is really no way to compare this with anything else - it is the first and only type of program like this. It is a complete package. Oh - and we also have the only program endorsed by the American Diabetes Association - The Kathy Smith workouts and meal planning program.
So, What I am looking for are other massage therapists who would like to be able to provide all of this to their clients. go to www.beachbodycoach.com/achesaway
Darcy Neibaur said:Elaine, I had an awakening when I joined Curves which is for women only. There is all kinds of shapes and sizes and ages in women and most of them are older I would say 40's on up and most are over weight. I feel so comfortable here and the workout is low resistant impact and so effective. I have been so surprised by my membership which I am using 4-5 times a week. I love it.
Elaine Heitkamp said:Hi Travis ...couldn't resist in responding ...your accomplishment is amazing! i have been curious about the P90X. I am usually skeptical about the info commercials I see on tv but I have to say I am impressed. I have about 50 lbs to lose and not interested in joining a gym (too self conscious of being overweight) I think I may give the P90X a try.
Travis Alligood said:Hi Emma,
Congratulations on your feat, of your progress. I kinda know what you mean August 10 2009 I weighed 245,exactly 90 days later doing P90X I lost 50 lbs and in the process of maintaining I lost another 12 lbs and In the best shape Ive ever been in my life. I thought about trying to do the P90X coaching because a lot of people have been very kind to me with their comments about my weight loss, however it works both ways because a lot of people ask me if Im okay because they have worried about me losing weight so fast, and I tell them Ive never felt better. Now I work in a YMCA and maintain my business there and try to do classes there when I can and recently just started back on P90X again and see what happens, so I have to do it away from work. But I do not mind I love it. I think if there are any unbeleivers out there that are curious about wether it will work for them GO FOR IT ! On another hand I was on Diabetes meds for 10 yrs, Im off now which Im very happy to say It did good for me I think if a person is not afraid to workout you can do it to. You will love it. Peace Travis
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