CORE DE FORCE is an explosive mixed martial arts-inspired total body workout designed by Beachbody Super Trainers Joel Freeman and Jericho McMatthews to blast fat and carve your waist in just 30 days - with no equipment. For best results, both the meal plan with Shakeology and the workout plan are essential.

Who is the program for?

This program is for anyone who wants to tighten up their midsection, create a stronger core, and achieve more definition. CORE DE FORCE is a great program for intermediate or advanced exercisers or graduates of Insanity Max:30, TurboFire, or P90X. Beginners and people who are looking for significant weight loss can follow the modifier and still drop serious weight too.

This is also a great program for anyone looking to try a mixed martial arts inspired workout. Super Trainers Joel Freeman and Jericho McMatthews included Boxing, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai moves in the workouts. The high energy mix of combinations, bodyweight training, and cardio is designed to give you fast results in 30 days.

What is the workout Schedule?

1 Workout a day, 7 days a week for 30 days.

What size workout space is needed?

6 Square feet of space is recommended.

What shoes are recommended for the program?

Cross Trainers or tennis shoes. I personally recommend a low profile shoe with multi-directional tread. If the sole of the shoe is too thick, it could cause you to roll your foot because of the quick movements.

Where can I purchase Core de Force and Shakeology?

You can click on my link below and see all options available to you. Once you place your order, please email me at vidaliagirl@gmail.com so that I can add you to my accountability group and help you get started. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have.

Click Here for Core de Force Challenge Pack Link

Shift Shop is a new program released from Beachbody in July. It is a breakthrough rapid-rebuild program that helps anyone, regardless of age or fitness level, get LEANER, FASTER, STRONGER—and lose up to 10 pounds—in only 3 weeks. The SHIFT SHOP comes with 6 cardio and strength workouts, 2 bonus workouts, a nutrition plan that ramps up on protein and veggies while reducing starchy carbs, and world-class training tools.

What makes the SHIFT SHOP so effective? 

The program is only 3 weeks long. In those 3 weeks, Chris slowly builds you up to longer workouts. Week one consists of 25 Minute workouts, Week 3 has 35 Minute Workouts, and Week 4 has 45 Minute Workouts. Not only does he build you up to the longer workouts, there's also an incredible modifier for every workout. So there's no need to feel intimidated. And Chris is such an amazing motivator that you'll find yourself pushing for that extra rep or two just when you thought you couldn't. He really gets you to shift your mindset.

What makes the SHIFT SHOP unique? 

The SHIFT SHOP uses a “ramp-up” method that starts you off slow—then gradually increases the intensity week by week—all while refining your nutrition. In Week 1, you start with 25-minute cardio and strength workouts you can really do, and a nutrition plan you can stick with. Starting in Week 2, you’re pushing a little harder, for 35 minutes, and consuming more protein to fuel the burn. But it’s nothing you can’t handle. Then in Week 3, your shift has kicked into high gear, with intense 45-minute workouts and clean eating. I'm not gonna lie, those 45 minute Cardio workouts in Week 3 are tough, but the results are worth it.

Chris Downing is all about inspiration

An elite functional trainer, Chris is driven by the philosophy: Empower. Love. Inspire. His engaging, motivation-based approach helps you grow stronger, both physically and mentally. Remember, the SHIFT SHOP is about more than helping you get fit and lose weight—it’s about shifting your body and mind to a place that allows you to reinvent yourself.

How did I do on the 3 Day Refresh you ask?

Well, I survived. I mean it was only 3 days and I definitely didn't starve myself.  I drank a ton of water (actually a gallon) each day and ate a lot of fruits and veggies.  I also had lots of protein in my shakes. In order to give you an idea of what my lunch looked like for 2 out of the 3 days, here's a pic for ya.

No, a challenge group is not the small children and animals roaming around your house, going room to room and destroying everything in their path. Although that does present a challenge most days.

In the world of fitness and nutrition, a Challenge Group is a secret Facebook group where you and others who are doing the same program (sometimes different programs) and starting on the same day can come together without being in the public eye. These groups can run anywhere from 30 - 90 days, depending on the need.  Below is an example of one of the groups I'm currently running with 2 fellow coaches:


This particular group is for Focus T25 and is coming up on day 90 since it is a 90 day program.  So, as you can see, there's a theme for each day that helps keep everyone in the group motivated and on track.  It's a safe place to ask questions, share your frustrations, and help cheer on others who are in the challenge with you.  I know that when I started my health and fitness journey in April of 2014, I never would have stuck with it if it were not for the Challenge Group I was fortunate enough to be a part of.  The sharing of ideas, our struggles, and our triumphs is what kept me going.  I didn't want to let myself or anyone else down.

The value of being in a challenge group is really something you have to see for yourself. So if you or someone you know has been struggling with getting started or staying committed to getting healthy or fit, I would love to help. I've been there before and am forever grateful that my dear friend reached out to me.

You can email me at vidaliagirl@gmail.com, comment below or use the "Comment" pop-up tab on the bottom right of your screen.

~ Thank you for stopping by,
Coach Brandy

What is Focus T25?

• Workouts that you can do at home designed to give you an hour's results in only 25 minutes a day.
• Workout program designed by fitness expert and former track star Shaun T - who brought you Insanity, Insanity Asylum, and Insanity Max:30.
• Fast-paced routines that are jam-packed with dynamic, hi-intensity moves designed for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

This is a very simple treat that could be served for Breakfast or as a Snack. It's so simple that there's really no need to create a recipe other than to show that it is a Fix Approved meal.



Ingredients:

• 3/4 Cup of Nonfat Vanilla Greek Yogurt
• 1 1/4 Cups of Fresh Blueberries
• 2 tbsp of clean granola* - no high fructose corn syrup.  I use Bear Naked.

So, today is the dreaded "Day after Leg Day".  And boy, am I feeling it.  See, yesterday I got a sneak peak at one of Autumn Calabrese's new 21 Day Fix Extreme workouts via Beachbody On Demand. It isn't even being released until tomorrow, and I got a sneak peak.



The 21 Day Fix Extreme is similar to the 21 Day Fix in that the workouts are only 30 minutes and it comes with the portion control containers. It is like the original program but SUPERCHARGED! I've only done the Plyo workout since it was a Sneak Peak through Beachbody On Demand. And by the way, if you don't have your club membership locked in I would do so before March rolls around.  You are going to want to have access to Beachbody on Demand. 


What is 21 Day Fix Extreme?

• A 21-day program with simple portion control, clean eating, and extreme 30-minute workouts.

• The portion-control containers take all the guesswork out of how much you should eat.

• The Eating Plan will tell you exactly what to eat and when—and how to eat cleaner than ever.

• If getting tone and shredded is what you're looking for, this program is for you.