Follow-Ups

May 9, 2015 by

When we invite people to our challenge groups, it usually goes one of four ways:

1. Yes!! I can’t wait!
2. Not right now
3. Crickets
4. Can I just purchase the workout and not Shakeology?

Having answers prepared for each situation will help you gain confidence in your inviting.

SITUATION #1: YES!!!
When you’ve taken the time to talk with your future challenger, gotten to know their goals, you’ve helped them pick out the perfect program for them they will typically respond with a resounding YES!!! That is one of the reasons why taking the time to really get to know them is crucial. When you follow-up with your “Yes” customers, keep that momentum and excitement going. “I am SO excited for you! I can’t WAIT to celebrate your success with you and see you SUPER CONFIDENT in your wedding dress from serendipity brides! Let me know if you’d like instructions on how to assign me as your coach and get what you need for our upcoming challenge group.”

When they respond back YES, that’s when you give them step-by-step instructions on how to assign you as their coach and get the challenge pack. Then, I have them “friend” me on Facebook so I can add them to my other helpful groups while we wait for the other one to start.

SITUATION #2: Not Right Now
“Sounds like something I would love to do, but I just don’t have the money right now.”
This is a still a great answer. It’s not a no. Your response can be something like this: “I completely understand it’s not a good time. I run a new group every few weeks so when you are ready, just let me know! You can still sign up for a free Team Beachbody account listing me as your coach: http://teambeachbody.com/kimdanger. That way, you’ll get notifications from me for the newest promotions as they go on sale. Also, feel free join my team’s private Facebook group so we can stay in touch: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beachreadynow/.” Try to support this person as a potential client. Invite them to your private FB groups, blog, and other social network platforms.

SITUATION #3: CRICKETS

Your potential challenger showed interest initially and asked what your Challenge Group was all about, seemed excited, but shortly after there was no response. None. Crickets. Give it 1-3 days. Remember life is busy and not EVERYONE checks their messages daily. When you’ve given them a couple days, simply shoot them a quick but direct message:

“Hey girl! Totally not trying to bug you, but I’m finalizing my June Challenge Group. I am saving you a spot!! Are you still wanting to join us?”

At this point, if they say YES, refer back to the first scenario. If they say NOT RIGHT NOW – set up a follow up time in a few weeks. If they STILL do not respond – it’s time to jot their name down on your list and move on.

SITUATION #4: NO TO SHAKEOLOGY
“Can I just purchase the workout and NOT Shakeology?”

This is a common response. I will admit that I had sticker shock as well when I saw the cost of Shakeology, so I can understand this response. However, they will NEVER value Shakeology if they do not see that you value Shakeology. If you have a personal testimonial to interject, that’s great.

“I understand your hesitancy in trying the Shakeology. I thought the same thing before I started using it, because protein shakes worked for me. Shakeology is not just a protein shake, but a meal replacement with all sorts of antioxidants, phytonutrients and other good things. By adding this to your daily menu plan while you’re on the program, you know you’re getting everything your body needs. Plus, it will help with your energy and hunger levels. We only ask you to do it for one month but I think you’ll find you’ll WANT to continue. If you absolutely don’t want to continue after that, you don’t need to. If you try it and find you don’t like it, you can send it back for a full refund. It’s really no risk to give it a try. To be a part of this challenge group, you will need to try the Shakeology for at least a month because the other challengers in the group will be using it.”

“I never want money to hold you back if you’re motivated to make a change. Here are some ideas for you: If you find you don’t like it or it doesn’t work for you, you can always return your program or Shakeology for a full refund, so basically it’s a no-risk investment. Keep in mind the Challenge Pack includes 30 meals a month of Shakeology, so that’s a grocery expense you won’t have while participating in the challenge group. A few of my challengers have said that they save money on food on the 21 Day Fix because they’re not buying as much processed food and junk anymore. You can also sign up as a coach to get the discount, and cover the cost of your own program by inviting 2-3 friends to our group. I can tell you more about that if you’re interested. My last challenger was able to find that many friends simply by posting a message on her Facebook wall about the group.”

All About Beachbody on Demand + How to Gain Access

May 8, 2015 by

Beachbody on Demand: How to Get Access

Beachbody on Demand is finally here! Think of it as the Netflix of Beachbody. All Beachbody Club subscribers now have access to some of Beachbody’s most popular programs to stream on their laptops, tablets and phones. It’s a great option to guide your workouts at the gym, at home, or when traveling. Or, just a fun way to try new workouts and trainers. Just log in to your existing Beachbody Account and look for it under the logo in the navigation bar (you can create a FREE Team Beachbody account here*)

*The FREE Membership does not include Beachbody on Demand. Premium Memberships DO include Beachbody on Demand, as well as the following other benefits for $2.99 per week:

Programs Available on Beachbody on Demand (BoD):

The fitness programs available to stream under the Member Library section currently include: P90X, P90X2, P90X3, Insanity, TurboFire, Brazil Butt Lift, Ten Minute Trainer, ChaLEAN Extreme, INSANITY: The Asylum (Vol 1), INSANITY: The Asylum (Vol 2), Tony One-on-One (vol 1), Tony One-on-One (vol 2), Tony One-on-One (vol 3), Hip Hop Abs, Hip Hop Abs Deluxe, Tai Cheng, Rev Abs, Rockin Body, Shaun T Dance Party, Turbo Jam, Total Body Solution, Yoga Booty Ballet, Ho’ Ala ke Kino, Power Half Hour, Great Body Guaranteed, Get on the Ball, Power 90 and Project You, Slim in 6, Slim Series Express, Slim Series, Brazil Butt Lift Master Series and ChaLEAN Extreme Deluxe.

Sneak Peek
Sample workouts available to stream under the Sneak Peek Library currently include: 21 Day Fix: Total Body Cardio, 21 Day Fix Extreme: Plyo, Body Beast: Chest/Tri, PiYo: Sweat, Insanity Max:30: Sweat Int., P90: Sculpt A, Focus T25: Alpha Cardio, CIZE: You Got This.

Purchased Programs
Programs available to stream after purchase include: 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Extreme, Body Beast, Focus T25, Insanity MAX:30, P90 and PiYo. If you have purchased one of these programs and it does not show up in your BOD library, please contact Beachbody Customer service to have them add it for you (you must have BOD membership).

How to Use Beachbody on Demand (BoD):

Beachbody on Demand works on your computer, table, and mobile devices. However, you can still watch it on your TV with an HDMI cable running from laptop to TV. (I just unhooked the HDMI cable from the back of my DVD player and plugged it into my laptop). I prefer watching on my TV mounted on the best full motion tv wall mount.

FREE Beachbody on Demand TRIAL

The Beachbody on Demand FREE trial includes streaming access to hundreds of workouts for a full 90 days. This includes the chance to tap into Beachbody’s most popular programs, like P90X®, INSANITY®, TurboFire® and 10-Minute Trainer®, from anywhere you have an Internet connection.

The Team Beachbody Club free trial allows new enrollees to try all the amazing benefits of the Premium Club membership for 30 days, free of charge. 24/7 access to stream Beachbody workouts, anytime, anywhere. Downloadable and customizable nutrition plans. 10% off Beachbody programs, accessories, and supplements. Members are free to cancel their membership any time during or after the free trial with no obligation. Sign up HERE

21 Day Fix Extreme Workout Schedule

May 8, 2015 by

I’ve been doing the 21 Day Fix Extreme workout since it came out last February. The program comes with an easy-to-follow workout schedule. The nice part is that workout are only about 30 minutes in length, making them easy to fit into a busy lifestyle. Here is an idea of the typical 21 Day Fix Extreme Workout Schedule:
21 Day Fix Extreme Workout Schedule

MONDAY – Plyo Fix Extreme
TUESDAY – Upper Fix Extreme
WEDNESDAY – Pilates Extreme
THURSDAY – Lower Fix Extreme
FRIDAY – Cardio Fix Extreme
SATURDAY – Dirty 30 Extreme
SUNDAY – Yoga Fix Extreme

21 Day Fix Extreme also comes with a workout call 10 Minute Fix for Abs

21 Day Fix Extreme Hybrid Workouts
I modify the 21 Day Fix Extreme Workout Schedule according to other things I have going on with my training efforts. I rarely do Cardio Fix Extreme, because I try to run at least 3-4 times a week. I concentrate on Upper Fix/Lower Fix/Plyo Fix. I also find that Ab Ripper X, for me, is more effective than the 21 Day Fix ab workouts. Consult with your coach about coming up with a hybrid workout that works for you and your own lifestyle.

Differences Between 21 Day Fix and 21 Day Fix Extreme:
I’ve done both programs multiple times, and I would not recommend 21 Day Fix to anyone who is not at least intermediate level or above. It’s tough! Beginners should definitely start with the original 21 Day Fix workouts. As they progress, adding heavier weights will make the routines more challenging.

21 Day Fix Adjustments and Modifications

May 8, 2015 by

You’re on the 21 Day Fix and not seeing results. What’s going on? It could be simply that you’re not giving your body enough time to adjust to your new lifestyle change. Some of my challengers see their biggest results after their second or third round, not their first. However, there are some tips I do have to keep you headed in the right direction:

“I’m Not Losing Weight!”

First of all, don’t weigh yourself the first week. This is important. Let me repeat: DO NOT STEP ON THE SCALE THE FIRST WEEK. If I had my way, challengers would only weigh in once every 2-3 weeks. Short-term fluctuations are not only demoralizing, they’re usually not an accurate measure of progress. Now, go read this post: Why you should ignore your weight.

Also, take a long hard look at a few things:

Your expectations. It’s unrealistic to expect a 15-lb. weight loss in three weeks if you’re close to your goal weight, already working out, etc. My challengers who have big weight loss during the Fix are usually the ones who start with the most weight to lose.
Are you giving the program 100% effort? Are you sticking to the program, drinking your Shakeology, and giving your workouts your all (if they’re easy for you, you NEED to increase your weights or move up to 21 Day Fix Extreme).

“I’m Not Hungry!”

You do not have to eat all of your containers if you’re legitimately full. I always want my challengers to eat according to their body’s cues and signals. However, I’d rather have you leave out a yellow container than a green. If you’re not getting all your greens in, try blending spinach or kale into your Shakeology. Your body needs the nutrients, especially while working out.

“I’m Always Hungry!”

If you are hungry, eat. Simple. Again, this is part of eating according to your body’s cues. It could be that you are trying to maintain a lower calorie bracket than you should. Try adding a red first, as protein can help curb hunger. Also, in my opinion, you can never have too many veggies. Add greens. Are you drinking your Shakeology? That also helps curb cravings.

“What if I’m breastfeeding?”

Breastfeeding mothers should go up a calorie bracket since they require approximately 500 extra calories per day to maintain their milk supply. However, they should always consult their doctor or OB/GYN before starting any diet or exercise program.

“What if I am exercising more than normal?”

If you do doubles for the ENTIRE 21 days of the program then you should use the formula on page 76 of the 21 Day Fix Guide book that accounts for harder/longer workouts. This will put you in the appropriate calorie bracket. If you are only doing doubles for the last 3 days or the last week you should not need to adjust the calorie bracket.

Other 21 Day Fix Tips and Modifications:

Try eliminating dairy.
Eat the foods at the top of the 21 Day Fix Foods List. These foods provide the biggest nutritional bang for their buck, so to speak. Are you eating too many foods at the bottom of the list? Adjust accordingly.
Make sure you are not eating anything, especially carbs, 3 hours before going to sleep.
Try limiting whole wheat products, substituting other whole grains like quinoa, barley, and brown rice. Wheat can cause blood sugar to spike and leave you feeling hungry.
If you suffer from late-night cravings, make sure you are eating enough throughout the day. Many of my challengers use their Shakeology as an after-dinner snack to avoid giving in to night time temptations.

Spicy Lentil Stew

May 8, 2015 by

Why are lentils so hard to love? They’re cheap, tasty, and packed with protein. These guys were particularly hard to “sell” them to my family. My daughter was not interested in trying this dish whatsoever. Luckily, my husband was a good sport. I know it’s a good thing when he says, “It doesn’t even TASTE healthy!” (I have learned NEVER to tell them something is healthy – they will immediately assume it has no taste at all). Not the case with this spicy lentil stew. This dish was really, really good and incredibly flavorful.

Spicy Lentil Stew

1 quart water
1 cup dry lentils
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium bell pepper, chopped (I used red)
1 onion, chopped
1 3-oz. can jalapeño peppers, drained
1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
Salt an pepper to taste
Chipotle chile pepper seasoning to taste

In a pot, bring the water and lentils to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, add olive oil to a skillet. Salute pepper, onion until translucent. Add jalapeños and tomatoes, stir until heated through. Remove from heat. When lentils have absorbed most of the water, add the pepper/onion/jalapeno mixture. Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper and chipotle pepper. Continue to simmer until heated through. Serve.

All was going well until I dropped the leftovers on the floor. The 30 second rule applied and I was able to salvage most of it. My dog happily cleaned up the rest.

How to Start Inviting

May 8, 2015 by

Inviting is a VITAL behavior in your success as a Beachbody coach. I’ve seen many coaches do everything right EXCEPT INVITING. They will inevitably fail. I can’t stress how important this is. I hope you all had a chance to look at yesterday’s tips on how to invite. If you have trouble with the word “INVITING” I suggest replace it with “SHARING”. You already know how helpful our challenge groups are, why WOULDN’T you want to share them with others?

ASSIGNMENT:

Post in our team FB training group the invite you are sharing. I’ll give you feedback on what’s good about it and what you can improve.
Next, post your invite publicly on your page, group, or social channels (I find that between 7-9 pm is the best).

When you share, keep all group requirements in mind. All my challengers MUST have three things to join a Beachbody program challenge group with me: (1) A Beachbody workout program such as 21 Day Fix, PiYo, T25, etc. (2) Shakeology (3) Me as their coach. You will need to require the same of any challengers you add to our team’s groups. Group requirements are always listed in the DOC section of our Team’s Facebook Group.

SAMPLE INVITATIONS:

Here is one that I recently used in my Facebook Group (pictured right). A few tips when posting in your groups:
-> Don’t mention Beachbody (too salesy!)
–> Make it personal, either with your own stories or pictures (or both!)
–> Gives the how, when, why of the group
–> This time, I called it an accountability group, not a challenge group to give people a better sense of what it was really about

Personal FB wall idea
“One of the things I have found is that checking in with an online support group helps keep me on track with my running and workout goals. In my next accountability group, we will be talking about ways to increase our “happiness quotient” in our everyday lives. I’d love to have you join us! We start Monday. Message me if you’re interested.”

Also, sometimes people want to see someone they KNOW have success before they are ready to jump on board. You don’t have to have a huge weight loss success story (I didn’t). Just tell it like it is, be yourself. For me, NSVs have been my own success story. I feel more confident in my own skin and proved to myself that being 40+ years old doesn’t mean you can’t look great. Share your story with passion and integrity. People will respond to that.

If you can think of friends that would love our groups, send a personal invitations. Words of wisdom…NEVER MASS MESSAGE! It’s impersonal and annoying. To be a truly successful coach, you will put other people first and not sales. You want to get to know your customers.

Here are some valuable videos to watch:

Cool Fitness Journals

May 7, 2015 by

For those of you starting my Goal Crushers Challenge, a fitness journal will be a necessary item. Not only will it help you track your workouts and nutrition, you can use it write down steps you make towards your goals and personal development. If you don’t have one, I found some that are highly recommended and available online on Amazon.com:

Siobhan’s pick: “I just got delivery of this beautiful fitness journal (pictured above). I try to journal most days and when I ran across this beautiful pink (!) journal to encourage a health body and mind I had to have it!! Lots of goals to fill in 12 weeks of morning and nightly journaling.” Dailygreatness Training Journal: 12 Weeks to a Rocking Fit Body and Mind (Dailygreatness Journal)

Kim’s journal: “I got this black fitness journal at Target. I don’t see that it’s available online (I checked). I just liked the sassy “fit happens” on the cover. It makes me smile.”

Do you have a favorite fitness journal to recommend? Post a link to it below! Short on funds? Try a simple notebook! The important thing is that you just do it.

Who Inspires YOU?

May 1, 2015 by

Who Inspires YOU? This was a question I recently asked my challengers. There is no right or wrong answer. It could be a celebrity, a family member, a friend, or someone you’ve heard has done really cool things. There are SO many amazing women that inspire me on different levels. Some inspire me to be a better mother (especially my own mom). Other women I don’t even know personally (like Jennifer Aniston) inspire me when I’m feeling old and I don’t look good anymore. There’s the neighbor who hands out jars of homemade chocolate at Christmas time to all of us on the block, even those she doesn’t know. Then there are just uber-smart savvy businesswomen that inspire me to kick butt and be yourself. People like Sheryl Sandberg and even Bethenny Frankel (yes, I’m a RHONY fan!) comes to mind (don’t judge). I also think Eleanor Roosevelt must have been an amazing woman back in the day. The point is there are amazing women EVERYWHERE. You don’t have to look too far to find them.

The SCA (more information about the organization below) is running a cool campaign related to this very topic. They believe that everyone should have the opportunity to live life to the fullest – just like I do – and are committed to creating value for people and nature. They recently launched their Amazing Women Everywhere campaign, a digital photo mosaic to celebrate women who have a positive impact on others. How cool is this? Take a peek to see what the photo mosaic actually looks like. This is just a snippet. I wanted to share it with you all.

Who inspires YOU? Add that woman’s photo to the photo mosaic! I added a photo of Chalene Johnson. You may know her from TurboKick and PiYo, but the reason she truly inspires me is her business acumen. If you want to get motivated, read her book PUSH. She does it with charisma and insight while managing a busy household with kids. To me, she’s SUPERWOMAN!! Plus, she is 46. I truly believe life gets better after 40 and she is a great example of that. Upload your own picture HERE and leave a comment in the comments section about who you added and why!

ABOUT TEAM SCA

Team SCA is the ﬁrst truly professional all-female team to compete in the Volvo Ocean Race and includes 13 women (ranging in age from 28-40) from all over the world. Not only is this the ﬁrst all-female team in the past decade, but it’s also the ﬁrst time there is a completely level playing ﬁeld amongst teams. Each team is competing using the same boat (The Volvo Ocean 65, or VO65), meaning all sails, all design elements are ﬁxed and no changes could be made by any team. The team trained on the boat in Lanzarote, Spain for roughly two years to prepare for

the race. Now in the sixth month of the round-the-world race, Team SCA is competing in leg 5 – sailing for an estimated 20 days between Auckland, New Zealand and Itajaí, Brazil. The team is capturing their journey through a blog as well as active social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter and YouTube). Images of the team can be found at http://teamsca.photodeck.com/.

SCA believes that everyone should have the opportunity to live life to the fullest, and we are committed to creating value for people and nature. To champion these ideals, SCA launches Amazing Women Everywhere, to celebrate women who have a positive impact on others.

The women of SCA’s all-female racing team, Team SCA, exemplify this spirit. They have come from all walks of life and backgrounds to take on one of the world’s most challenging endeavors, the Volvo Ocean Race. For nine months, their journey of hard work and determination will inspire millions around the world. Follow along with Team SCA on Facebook!

We aim to gather thousands of stories from all over the world and inspire thousands more by illustrating that amazing women truly are everywhere. Visit http://www.teamsca.com/awemosaic to submit a photo of an amazing woman in your life.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of SCA. The opinions and text are all mine.

I LOVE My New Jogging Capris

April 30, 2015 by

Had to stand this way to get the right angle. My head really isn’t that big.

Last Saturday, I met one of my online fitness friends and fellow coaches IRL (in real life). Christin is a fellow Beachbody coach and Minnesotan. We both went to MSU majoring in marketing. We met online through Beachbody. How cool is that? The first thing I noticed about her (other than her sparkling personality- I already knew she had that) were her adorable running capris. I had been looking for a camo pair for awhile but didn’t want to pay Lululemon or Athleta prices. BINGO… hers were from TARGET! My favorite store in the whole world. Just like Christin and myself, Target is also Minnesotan.

I had to take a goofy picture when I found them to text Christin. I found them in-store, but they’re also available online. You can snap them up HERE. RedCard holders get FREE shipping and an extra 5% off. No wonder I’m addicted to Target!

May 2015 Challenge Groups

April 28, 2015 by

30-Day “Goal Crushers” Challenge Group

Have you lost your mojo? Too often, we lose our passion in life. I have gone through several periods of my life when I’ve been in a serious slump. Life isn’t fun when you know you’re not living up to your potential. I want to help you get out of that rut and be the amazing person you were meant to be.

With this group, we will be exploring the mind/body connection and finding new, fun ways to get our groove back. Our coaches will provide daily assignments to help keep you motivated and in get you moving in the direction of the things and experiences you’ve always wanted in life. If you’re interested in participating in the 30-Day Challenge with Beach Ready Now, please fill out this application or message me on Facebook so I can learn more about you and see which program is right for you if you’re not sure. Starts 5/11. Space is limited so I can give each challenger personalized attention.

New Coach Training Group*

Is wellness coaching right for you? I’m looking for 3-4 self-motivated fitness enthusiasts I can mentor to help grow their own online fitness business to join a 30-Day Training Group. I’m looking for individuals who:

Enjoy helping and encouraging others
Have a passion for fitness (although you don’t have to be an expert- just willing to find out information when asked)
Are familiar with social media (Facebook, Pinterest)
Want to work from home and set their own hours

If you feel you meet the criteria above and would like to find out more about our coaching opportunities, fill out the application HERE. Our next coach training groups start 5/4 and 6/1. Submit your application and I’ll respond within 24-48 hours.

Not sure if coaching is right for you? Message me about our 5-Day Sneak-Peek into Coaching group.

Free “Mini” Challenge Groups

Not sure if a challenge is right for you? Select the “mini” challenge group that’s right for you and follow the links to sign up.

Healthy Ingredient of the Week Each week, we will challenge readers to create and photograph a recipe of the assigned ingredient. Then, we will vote on a winner! To join this challenge, simply join the Beach Ready Now group on Facebook

30-Day Abs Challenge This challenge will run daily in May. Open to all clients of Beach Ready Now coaches. Ask your coach to approve your membership in the group!

5-Day Meal Planning Challenge Are you struggling with getting healthy meals on the table? For five days, May 13-17, we will give tips, advice and handy tools for creating a menu plan. On the last day, we will be doing meal prep. Details TBA

*Space in these groups is limited. We will reserve spots for those who have purchased a challenge pack from one of our Beach Ready Now coaches in the past six months first. Remaining spots will then be filled by those who have not yet tried one of our free challenges. If space permits, we will fill any remaining spots with those who have done free challenge groups in the past.

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