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One day, I was shopping at Whole Foods and I saw a small display of Kiwi Berries (Actinidia arguta). I had never seen or heard of such a thing and I had no idea what to expect, but I love trying new foods, and I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to try something new! I brought them home and cut one open to see that it’s exactly like a miniature kiwi fruit with no hair on the outside!
I was pleasantly surprised, and glad I made this impulse buy!
From Wikipedia: Actinidia arguta (hardy kiwi) is a perennial vine native to Korea, Northern China, and Russian Siberia. It produces a small fruit resembling the kiwifruit. The fruit are referred to as Hardy kiwifruit, kiwi berry, arctic kiwi, baby kiwi, dessert kiwi or cocktail kiwi and are edible, berry or grape-sized fruit similar to kiwifruit in taste and appearance, but are green or purple with smooth skin. Often sweeter than the kiwifruit, hardy kiwifruit can be eaten whole and need not be peeled. Thin-walled, its exterior is smooth and leathery. Full Article
Have You Ever Wanted to Change The World, Your Country, Your Family, Spouse or Significant Other? YOU CAN… But It HAS TO Start With YOU!!
Start With Yourself
The following words were written on the tomb of an Anglican bishop (1000 A.D.) in the crypts of Westminster Abbey:
When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change, so I shortened my sights somewhat and decided to change only my country.
But it, too, seemed immovable.
As I grew into my twilight years, in one desperate attempt, I settled for changing only my family, those closest to me, but alas, they would have none of it.
And now as I lie on my deathbed, I suddenly realize: If only I had changed myself first, then by example I would have changed my family.
From their inspiration and encouragement, I would then have been able to better my country, and who knows, I may have even changed the world.
—Anonymous
I often get asked, “How can I get my boyfriend/girlfriend/husband/wife to get in shape?” Here’s the answer: START WITH YOU. We can’t change other people. We HAVE TO focus on OURSELVES FIRST. BE THE CHANGE you wish to see in the world, your country, your family, your loved ones.
I just pre-ordered my copy of P90X2 for December! Why pre-order so early, you may ask?
Well, there are a limited number of copies of P90X2 available, and it is rumored that they may sell out during pre-orders. So if you want to make sure you secure your copy for the holidays and our P90X2 Challenge on Facebook, you will want to order as soon as possible before they sell out!
Keep in mind that you should be a Power 90, P90X, Insanity, TurboFire, ChaLEAN Extreme, or Asylum grad, or a returning athlete who has a minimal conditioning equivalent to any of the previously mentioned programs.
So, are you ready to take the P90X2 Challenge?
Here are a few things you need to know about pre-orders:
P90X2 Pre-orders start Sept. 1st until the 5th! This is a coach network exclusive (only available through your Team Beachbody Coach)
Guaranteed to be delivered by the Holidays (i.e. X-mas)
Order now and your credit card won’t be billed til it’s shipped in December!
FREE Shipping with pre-orders only
Get 2 free bonus workouts (only available with pre-orders)
Get into weekly drawings for P90X2 apparel & GRAND PRIZE… TONY HORTON may even deliver to your door (no joke!)
If you become a coach right now by going to my link at: http://bit.ly/mRWrPo you can pre-order P90X2 (like I just did) and get a 25% discount!
Add to Cart and checkout as normal. The system will ask for credit card information to place your hold on P90X2 although you will be charged $0 until the actual program launches in December 2011. Pre-registering only ensures that you will be first in line to receive your copy, AND includes free shipping and the 2 free bonus workouts.
I went with the Deluxe package on Blu-ray because of the equipment included, and because I want to see the beads of sweat dripping off of Tony and my fellow coach friends’ faces!
One of the most common concerns I get from people who are just starting P90X is that they can’t do pull-ups or chin-ups. Well, let me tell you something: I’ve been through a full round of P90X and I STILL can’t do them without assistance! But I am getting stronger, and closer to doing them unassisted.
For the duration of my first round of P90X, I used a chair for my assisted pull-ups and chin-ups, but I felt I was missing out and not getting the full range of motion, especially coming down from the pull-up bar. I felt I was using my legs too much.
A few months ago, I found this chin-up assist, one of the most helpful fitness tools ever! It’s completely adjustable and I can adjust the tension as needed. When a do a pull-up on this thing, I feel I am getting the most bang for my buck. And I can feel my muscles working from the very top to the very bottom of the movement, unlike with the chair.
The Chin-up Max is also seen in the new P90X2 workouts, which I am anxiously awaiting!!!
This tool gives you the right amount of adjustable support to help you strengthen and train muscles as you work toward unassisted moves. Maximize every minute you spend on the chin-up bar.
Hey folks, it’s the news we’ve all been waiting for…
Last night, I watched a live webcast of Tony Horton and Steve Edwards from Beachbody introducing P90X2, and I learned that pre-order starts September 1st!!! The program looks incredible, even better and smarter than the original P90X2. If you want to know why I think so, click on the link all the way at the bottom of this post to watch the full-length recording of the webcast.
My team and I have decided to do a P90X2 Challenge starting January 1, 2012. The challenge will take place on Facebook, so make sure to friend-request me. IMPORTANT: Send me a message and let me know that you’re interested in taking the P90X2 Challenge!And pre-order your copy of P90X2 on Sept. 1st to assure you get yours in time!
Here’s a slideshow of screenshots I took from the webcast:
For the first 10 people who purchase Shakeology Home Direct (as a customer or as a coach) between July 21-27, I am offering a FREE GIFT of your choice! (When you order Shakeology on HD, you also save $10 on shipping each time, plus get 2 free workouts and the shaker cup. And the shipments can be canceled at any time. As a coach, you save an additional 25% on Shakeology and all other Beachbody products.)
Your choice of any of the following workouts or products:
-Single-Serve blender with travel lid …(I use this same model blender to make my Shakeology every single day, and it has been on many trips with me! It’s the perfect size for travel and single servings. I LOVE this blender!)
To order go to: www.myshakeology.com/lizpoin and message me for the free gift you want. (Note: you must be signed up with me as your official Beachbody coach)
**If you order Shakeology HD as a new coach, I will also send you a free copy of The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson (This book is life-changing!!)… And I’m feeling super generous this month
Starting Friday, July 15th, the Presidential Council on Fitness will begin recognizing Beachbody Coaches & customers as an advocate of the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award (PALA). And everyone who participates will get their own signed certificate. Feel the love!
HOW IT WORKS:
Between July 15th and August 17th, the Presidential Council will recognize:
All customers who buy a Beachbody fitness program or order Shakeology®
Each of these Coaches and customers will receive a Presidential Active Lifestyle Award, issued by the Presidential Council. Get ready to display your badge proudly (hint: make it your Facebook picture).
P.S. To learn more about the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award, go to www.millionpalachallenge.org. Please note that you’re not required to follow their sign-up instructions. Beachbody will be taking care of everything for you!
America is ready to take a stand against Obesity! Do your part, let’s get healthy and get saluted!
“On September 14th, 2010 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, Council Co-chair Dominique Dawes; and Let’s Move! Executive Director Robin Schepper launched the “Million PALA Challenge”.
The Goal: To get 1,000,000 youth and adults across the Nation to sign up for and achieve the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award (PALA) between now and September, 2011.
During this year long challenge we need your support not only to reach our goal, but to jumpstart the Nation on a path towards better health. Whether you or your organization are interested in participating in the challenge or forming a partnership with the President’s Challenge Program your support will play a crucial role in combating the obesity epidemic facing the Nation.”
I am in search of people who want to lose between 30lbs-100lbs in the next year that I can personally work with (absolutely free) to help transform your life! If you or someone you know is interested, please message me ASAP to be considered! As an incentive, you could be eligible to win. $100,000!
Due to the overwhelming response I’ve received on Facebook, I have decided to create a private accountability and support group exclusively for those who are ready to take the Beachbody Challenge and have me coach them to lose 30-100 lbs!
Please review the following requirements before requesting to join the challenge:
As a way to give back to those of you who serve in our military and your families, Beachbody is excited to offer this great program for our Coaches who are actively serving in our military. If you are an active member of the military and newly enrolling as a Beachbody Coach, the cost of your business starter kit ($39.95) and your monthly business service fee ($14.95) will be waived for the duration of your active duty orders!
It takes work to transform your body and life. I'm here to help you! If you're looking for someone to help you on your fitness and/or weight loss journey, you've come to the right place. I'd love to coach you for FREE. If you'd like to help change lives by becoming an Independent Team Beachbody Coach, contact me!
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