#100GoneOrCubsOn - Let's get this started!

Ladies and Gentlemen, I'd like to introduce you to one of my awesome #TeamAddictedBB coaches - Scott Montgomery! I met Scott through Twitter thanks to some friendly sports banter between our beloved baseball teams, the Cubs and the (can't believe I'm going to type this) Cardinals. For those who don't know, Cardinals and Cubs is one of those classic rivalries, like Michigan and Ohio or Green Bay and the Bears. Through our conversations, we got to know each other and found out that we could have more in common than our devotion to our baseball teams - we both want to be in better health so that we can be our best for those we love.

Scott got started on Shakelogy and T25 along with the P90X he already had which got him going on healthy habits and good progress! As a diabetic, Scott has been well aware of how food and exercise could improve his quality of life and by making the right changes and consistently eating smart and working out, he has already been able to cut his insulin needs in HALF on a regular basis! How cool is that?!?

Like so many of us, making these lifestyle changes isn't always easy for Scott. The father of two (adorable!!) active children, he's often on the go, traveling for kid activities on the weekends, and it's tough for him to always stick to his plans! Oh, and have I mentioned he has a full-time job too? Yeah. Because of these challenges, he felt he needed a challenge - some accountability. That's where I and these blog posts come in.

Since our friendship started over some good-natured sports banter, we've made a baseball related deal! If (when!) he loses 100 lbs from his starting weight of 300 by September 2nd, 2014, I will wear a St. Louis Cardinals jersey to a Cubs vs. Cards game. Should he come up short (which I doubt will happen!), he will wear a Cubs jersey to the game. (These are my favorite kinds of bets - the ones that inspire you to become better!)

We'll track and share his progress, keep him accountable, cheer him on, and I have no doubt that he is destined to be an inspiration to many! Look for Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and blog post updates with the hashtag that is sure to remind him of the bet - #100GoneOrCubsOn - and feel free to use that when you share notes of encouragement!

I'll be sharing his weekly updates here (think we can convince him to write a few notes for you guys?) and every month, we'll work on having updated photos as well!

Here's the starting point and first update!

August 15
Weight: 300 lbs
Waist: 48 inches
Hips: 49.5 inches
Chest: 50.5 inches
Right and left arms: 15 inches
Right Thigh: 24.5 inches
Left Thigh: 23 inches

October 2 (when the bet began!)
Weight: 298 lbs
Waist: 45 inches
Hips: 48 inches
Chest: 49.5 inches
Right and left arms: 15.5 inches
Right thigh: 27.5 inches
Left thigh: 25 inches

I'm a coach!

Have you ever considered signing up to be a Beachbody coach? Have no idea what's involved? Check this out and email me at gabriella@addictedwithgabriella or comment on this post for more info!

Help me with this fire hose, I'm going in...

On Friday, Beachbody CEO Carl Daikeler posted a blog challenging Team Beachbody Coaches: "Are you REALLY a first responder in this battle?" which I diligently read, got fired up about...and then closed. The thoughts kept with me all day but I'll be honest... the gravity of the situation didn't sink in until I looked at the numbers and listened to Carl speak yesterday. 

Let's start with the numbers (most people find those boring so let's get them out of the way!). According to USA Today

"About two-thirds of adults in Mississippi and several other states will be obese by 2030 if the obesity trend continues to climb at its current rate, says a new analysis out today."

2030 is only 18 years away...that means that the child you're holding in your arms, the one your wife is about to deliver, the one who started Kindergarten this year...that kid...that bundle of potential and dreams and energy has a nearly 66% chance of being OBESE - not just overweight - OBESE before they even really start living their life. I don't know about you, but that makes me downright sick.

Even the lowest predicted obesity rates (in DC) is 32.6% - that's roughly ONE OUT OF EVERY THREE!!! Tennessee is predicted to have an OBESITY rate of 63.4%!!! 

That said, I see light in USA Today's statement. I see hope. Where??? 

"if the obesity trend continues to climb at its current rate"

That means we can do something about it!! 

 Beachbody coaches in Tennessee are already reacting.. check it out!

I got goosebumps when Richard was recognized at Summit and I get goosebumps and teary eyed every time I watch this video.

So what can we do?

Yesterday, Carl referred to this alarming trend as a slowly burning building and we're standing in it.

This trend isn't happening "tomorrow", "over the next 12 years", "in a couple months", or "someday". It is happening NOW. It isn't happening to "them", "those guys", or "someone else". It is happening to US. WE are the crisis. WE are the obesity rate. WE are the national health concern.

Take a good honest look around...see the fire? See the timbers that are feeding that fire? Each fast food, grease and bad-fat loaded, real food lacking, meal we feed ourselves and our loved ones adds another timber to that fire. Each day we say that we'll start being healthier "tomorrow", "next week", "next month", or "next year", we pour gasoline on the flames.

In this situation, I think you can be in one of three places... where are you?

Are you inside the building as the flames grow? You may be ignoring or putting off your health. You may not know where to start. Be honest with yourself...that's where your journey out of the house starts. I want to help you if that's where you are but you have to start with realizing that the roof over your head is on fire and going to collapse.

Are you outside the building watching the flames grow but not sure what you can do?

Or are you outside, fully aware of the flames and danger ... and feel anxious to run in and help? Help me with this fire hose...I'm going in. 

The only way we can change those numbers is by taking action. We all have to take responsibility and be aware of what is happening to US... and recognize that it's happening NOW! I won't accept anything less out of myself - will you? Who's with me?

Want to rush the flames with me? Let me know here or shoot me an email at gabriella@addictedwithgabriella.com.

Feel trapped in the burning building but don't know where to start? Check out my Power of 3 Challenge starting tomorrow or contact me at gabriella@addictedwithgabriella.com and we'll get you started!

I'm done. #CoachSummit #Commit

Yesterday was the last day of Summit and there is one big conclusion....one big decision that continues to echo in my mind as I think back to the last few days.

I'm done. So so very done. No really...that's it. I'm throwing in the towel. D. O. N. E. Done. 

I'm done apologizing for being "that girl" who wants to help others be better.

I'm done apologizing for my passion.

I'm done hiding that the fact that the potential to impact lives just by sharing the success stories of myself and others is what gets me up in the morning. 

I'm done telling myself that it "would be nice" if this is what I could do for the rest of my life instead of making it happen.

I'm done feeling bad when you seem so uncomfortable because I asked you "what do you want for your life?" because I know that discomfort will drive you to do more when your time is right.

I'm done with being afraid of rejection because if I can help be a catalyst for change in just ONE person's life, it will be worth a thousand "No"s to see them get to celebrate that moment when they realize they are who and what they have always wanted to be. 

This is who I am...it's not a change, this is who I have always been. So far in my life though, this kind of passion for this kind of mission has made me a minority. There's nothing right or wrong about that, it's just the way it's always been. But this week was different... You know when you watch those movies, or walk into a place and there seems to be a glow over a certain group of people? That gold shine that seems to emanate from a tribe who has everything - laughter, beauty, and camaraderie? We often refer to that group as the beautiful people and so many spend so much energy and money to try to fit into that group. This week, I got to spend 3 whole days with the beautiful people and it had nothing to do with how hard I was trying to fit in or how many designer labels I could wear at once. In fact, my dress came from a sale on amazon, my shoes came from Target, and the only person I was this week was me.

Yet I fit in. I felt like I really truly belonged there. We laughed, cried, danced, sweat, learned, talked, ate, and shopped (of course!) together. We applauded the tears of pride and compassion shed by executives of Beachbody, fellow coaches, and individuals who have changed their lives forever simply by learning to be healthier. Each success story and Beachbody trainer who took the stage because they had changed our lives, thanked us for changing theirs. We heard trainer, after coach, after exec, after speaker talk about letting out your inner nerd, being weird, and that we need to stop trying to hold back a passion that could change someone's world. 

So I've decided I'm done. I'm done because I truly want to help others achieve their goals and the life they have always imagined for themselves - and more - and the only way I know how to do that is by not hiding that passion anymore. My passion is my power and with great power comes great responsibility. Too many times though we struggle to discover what our responsibility, our charge, our mission in life really is and we don't get to use our power in all the ways it was meant to be used. I know my responsibility. I know my mission. And I know I've finally figured it out because even as I type this, I have tears in my eyes and my hands are shaking.

My mission is to challenge YOU to live the life that lies beyond your wildest dreams and I'm done apologizing for how scary or uncomfortable that journey can be because I know that in the end, it will be worth it. 

I'm done.... so let's get this started!

Me (top) with (R-L) fellow coaches Kristy Ford and Annette Gorden cheesing it up and dancing with Beachbody CEO, Carl Daikeler. 

Beachbody coaching in less than 2 and a half minutes!

This information is amazing.... this is why I love being a coach. What do you think? Comment on this blog post and I'll send you info! (Or just "like" if you're seeing this on Facebook!)

THIS is what it's about!!!!

Love this clip from The Doctors! Want to know about the Beachbody Challenge or the great discount you can get on a challenge pack? Ask me!!

Need a great holiday gift idea?

Team Beachbody is now offering eGift Cards!! Check it out! You don't have to be a coach to order them but if you're sending these, you might want to consider coaching.... Just ask me about it!

You ready for this? #P90X2 available for pre-order soon!!

Just a little teaser vid! Remember that if you want to be ready to save 25% on your program (and all Beachbody purchases) and / or want to build your own Beachbody business, see the "End the Trend" tab and let me know! Enjoy!!

#P90X2 is on its way!!!

P90X2 is on its way and if you don't want to miss out you MUST order from a coach starting Sept 1st. By ordering from a coach between September 1st and 5th you will receive:

- FREE shipping and handling
- 2 BONUS workouts
- Guaranteed delivery by Christmas

...and as always you'll have a coach who is there for you to help you through the program!

You can save an extra 10 or even 25% by joining as a Club member of Team Beachbody or signing up to be a coach yourself! For my military / military spouse friends, remember that the coaching opportunity is FREE for you so that's a FREE discount and all the bonuses listed above.

So let's recap:

Who: you (or the lucky recipient of an awesome Christmas present!)
What: P90X2
Where: www.beachbodycoach.com/GabriellaH99
When: Sign up for your FREE profile now to get an email from me as SOON as pre-order opens
           Pre-order on September 1
           Receive by Christmas!
Why: to start off 2012 with an awesome new workout, to change up your workout routine and see new results, to keep up with your kids, to make a difference in someone's life....how many more reasons do I need to list??

FAQs Answered: FREE Coaching for Active Duty Military or their spouse!

I'm so excited to post this list of FAQs on the awesome program through Beachbody - the Beachbody Military program. Great savings available to all active military / their spouses! Check it out! (just a side note: I think this is an awesome program especially for military spouses who want to have a job and earn an income but struggle to really build a career because of the constant moving lifestyle of the typical military family!)


What is the Beachbody Military program for our Independent Team Beachbody Coaches?


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 will be waived for the duration of your active duty orders. If you are already a Beachbody Coach and on active duty, your monthly business service fee will be waived for the duration of your active duty orders. In either case, if your active orders have no stated end date, your business service fee will be waived for a minimum of two years.

I’m a Beachbody Coach and I’ve got friends in the military who would like to enroll as an Independent Team Beachbody Coach. What’s my next step?

It’s always a great idea to share as much information about this opportunity with your prospective Coach prior to their enrollment. Giving them a chance to review more about being a Coach can help ensure they’re well informed. Once they’ve decided to join our Coach network, you’ll want them to complete the Coach application, and submit the completed Coach application, together with a copy of their active duty orders, to our Coach Relations team for further review and processing. Paperwork may be submitted to our secure fax at (213) 201-7225 or by email to coachrelations@teambeachbody.com. If we need any further information to verify a new Coach’s active duty status, we will reach out to them directly.

I’m active military and I’d like to become an Independent Team Beachbody Coach. How do I enroll?

Please complete the Coach application, and submit the completed Coach application, together with a copy of your active duty orders or any suitable verification of your status, such as a copy of your military ID or your BIR, to our Coach Relations team for further review and processing. Paperwork may be submitted to our secure fax at (213) 201-7225 or by email to coachrelations@teambeachbody.com. If we need any further information to verify a new Coach’s active duty status, we will reach out to you directly.

Both I and my spouse are active military. May we both enroll as Independent Team Beachbody Coaches and have our fees waived?

Yes, if you and your spouse are both active military, you may each enroll as an Independent Team Beachbody Coach, and each of you is eligible to have your basic enrollment fee of $39.95 and your monthly business service fee waived. Both of you will need to complete our Coach application and submit the application along with the verification of your active status.

I’m active duty military however my spouse would like to enroll as an Independent Team Beachbody Coach. Is this possible?

Yes, absolutely. If you are active duty military and are not a Beachbody Coach, your spouse is welcome to take advantage of this benefit. If your spouse is enrolling as a Coach rather than you, your spouse will need to submit a copy of your active duty orders or other suitable paperwork, in order to qualify for this waiver. In this particular case, the name on the Coach account will be the enrolling spouse.

I’m active duty military. Can anyone other than my spouse enroll as a Coach based on my status?

No. As an active member of the military, either you or your spouse may enroll as an Independent Team Beachbody Coach to take advantage of this waiver of standard fees. If you and your spouse both wish to enroll as Independent Team Beachbody Coaches, and only one of you is an active member of the military, only one of you would qualify to have your standard enrollment fee of $39.95 and your monthly business service fee waived.

I’m active duty military and I’m already an Independent Team Beachbody Coach. What’s next for me?

Please submit a copy of your active duty orders or other suitable verification of your status, such as a copy of your military ID or your BIR (feel free to use the Coach Application Fax Cover page available HERE) to our Coach Relations team. Upon further verification of your active duty status, we will waive your monthly business service fee for the duration of your active duty orders. Please note that your initial business starter kit charges are not eligible to be refunded.

What do you mean when you say I have to be active duty military to qualify for this benefit?

At the time you submit your Coach application, we will also need you to include a copy of your active duty orders or other suitable verification of your status, from your branch of service. Your active duty orders will likely include a start and end date. Based upon the end date given, your monthly business service fee will be waived during that time period. If you are reassigned to active duty at a later date please contact our Coach Relations team for further instructions.

If you have more extensive questions regarding whether or not you are eligible for this program, please contact our Compliance department at compliance@teambeachbody.com.

If you are interested in joining TeamBeachbody as a coach please message me at gabriellah99@beachbody.com.

What number comes after 99,999??

...100,000! Com'on you knew that! So what's special about that number? It's how much you could win in the Beachbody Challenge!!! Check it out today and I want to help you with this! Let's help you get fit, inspire others, and win some dough! Worse case? You get a t-shirt to tell everyone about your success!!

And the winning just keeps on coming!

Beachbody always has chances to win...and this one will only take 10 minutes! If you have tried 10 Minute Trainer with P90X's Tony Horton, you have a chance to win a trip to LA!!  Check it out!

Special Coaching incentive...only from me!!

In case you haven't noticed....I love being a Beachbody coach and maybe not for the reasons you think. Yes, the little extra spending money is fun. Yes the incredible 25% discount on everything Beachbody is..well...incredible. But for me, corporate Beachbody, and the vast majority of the coaches,this business is about more.

This past weekend I had a blast at the 2nd largest Warrior Dash ever which was held in Michigan and imaginemy excitement when i saw a Beachbody tent! Excited, I pointed it out to my cheerleader / photog /support crew of the day....and not to mention amazing friend (a fellow coach!), Kristy, and we immediately ran over to say hi. We weren't at all surprised to see the top Michigan coach there with his team. We exchanged hellos and hugs and off I went to race!!! After I got cleaned up, we went back over and learned that he wasn't really "working" it that day (granted...to me, coaching never feels like work!). Instead he was there as support for his team. Yes, his business is stronger for his team being stronger but that was not his reason for being there. He was there to pay it forward..to support his team and help them like others had supported him. He didn't take home a single email address, phone number, or name despite the number of people he talked to or how many questions he answered. As I listened to him explain this, i realized I wasn't at all surprised....this is the culture of Team Beachbody! Further proof of thatwas standing by my side...my dear friend who is also a loving wife and mother of 2 adorable boys who, upon learning I lost my running buddies, dropped everything and went to Flint with me Friday night to be at the race with me first thing Saturday morning!

I had no idea how supportive and incredible of a network I was joining when I signed up to coach. I just knew that i would be saving money on my Shakeology by signing up. The $40 to start coaching and $15 each month to keep up my websites was a no brainer for me...and the friends and positive, supercharged network of over 60,000 coaches? Priceless.

I want to pay it forward and sharein this with you...this gift of wellness and support and chance to build your own business if you choose to work it. That's why this weekend I want to offer you a special welcome to the team. If you sign up as a coach with me and start on Shakeology Home Direct (a key to the biz you'll learn as we get you going) I'll help you get started with some products that will help you get started in your better wellness journey.

- Just for signing up, you will earn the President's Challenge PALA and I'll give you the lapel pin to display with pride.
- As an active coach, you'll recieve your first pin from Beachbody.
- I'll get you get up with our team's shirt to wear with pride and start conversations!
- PB2 for your Shakeology....a great mix in!!
- The Team Beachbody "End the Trend" t-shirt so everyone knows you are part of the solution to our country's fastest growing epidemic...obesity!

As anyone who joins me in this journey to be well and help others do the same, you'll be part of he largest and most respected teams in Team Beachbody - Platinum Presenters. Check out our website at www.platinumpresenters.com where, once you're signed up, you'll be eligible to full access to that site where top coaches provide training, documents, webinars, advice, and guidance for free. And did I mention the 25% discount on everything Beachbody including Shakeology???

Think about it. Ask questions. But don't delay. I want to get you started on this amazing path as soon as possible so this special offer closes at midnight on Sunday the 7th.

Help me End The Trend!! Let's make tomorrow better for all of us and reverse all the negative effects that our entire country will continue to feel if we don't start to sweat, eat, and repeat to be well!!

Earn the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award!!

So if you were on my shopping page right now you'd see this on the right hand side:

Earn your Presidential Active Lifestyle Award when you order! All Beachbody® fitness programs answer the President's Challenge to be physically active in everyday life. So, not only will you get in great shape, you'll receive recognition from the President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition.

An Award?? From the President?? Awesome...right? So how do you earn it? Well President and First Lady Obama have recognized the work Beachbody is doing to END THE TREND so they have set a special set of qualifications through our Team!

To earn the PALA through Beachbody you just need to:
- become a coach! OR
- sign up for Shakeology Home Direct! OR
- order a Beachbody home fitness program!

....by August 17th!

To sweeten this idea some, I'd like to offer some suggestions!
- check out my coaching incentive coming to a blog near you (yes this one!) on Friday!
- combine Shakeology with coaching. You won't get two PALAs but you will save money on your Shakeology even if you don't see yourself "working" the business.
- do this with a friend - accountability makes a world of difference!
- sign up and let me know you did! If you sign up for Shakeology Home Direct or order a home fitness program and stick to it - I want to know and I'll make sure you not only get your certificate through Beachbody, I want to get you a PALA pin as well to wear with pride!!

So what do you think? Personally, I'm stoked about the recognition Beachbody is getting in their efforts to END THE TREND of obesity in our country! How will you earn YOUR PALA?

p.s. Parents - check it out! Kids can join too! Guide them through signing up at www.presidentschallenge.org and help them track their activity and see how the minutes add up!!

Numbers that will break your heart

I know I'm a data driven, logical, methodical engineer by training (and upbringing!) so I am always looking at the latest data, graph, chart, table...if it's got numbers relating to something important to me, I'm probably checking it out. You get the idea. Often though, when I read this data, my "engineer mind" takes over. For those of you who aren't engineers...let me explain.

Numbers, data, physics...these are all logical things. If you drop an apple (or round frictionless chicken for my engineer friends who know that joke) it will fall at a speed that you can accurately calculate given the right data. Engineers are trained to look at the raw, verifiable data and determine the best solution to a given problem. Emotion, feelings, and many human factors be darned! This is why so many brilliant engineers make (just being honest here) lousy managers. We have conversations many don't understand because we remove many human reactions or expectations. I can't tell you how many times my family, friends and colleagues have had conversations that would not be deemed appropriate in "normal society" because we consider ways to improve government, social systems, and other societal problems in ways that are completely logical yet would fail once you add "nusances" like jealousy, human desire, the need to feel needed, etc... It's not because we don't care about people...it's simply that we're thinking in terms of facts and logic.

So when I look at this data, even though I approach it as an engineer, I am heartbroken. I can't remove the human factor from these numbers! Across the country, there are only two states where less than 10% of children are obese. Most states report that 10-15% of children are obese! That means that in a child's class of 30 students 3-5 of them are obese...and this number has TRIPLED since 1980. If this trend keeps up, assuming you have young children now (or will have them soon), your grandchildren have a 1 in 2 chance of being obese!! That's sickening and heartbreaking to me! Isn't it to you? Do you want your children and grandchildren to experience joint pain, cardiovascular issues, diabetes, and other health risks ...not to mention the self confidence and emotional damage that can come from weight problems? I didn't think so...but as an engineer I will tell you, math doesn't lie!

With this information in hand I implore you to think about those you love especially children who look up to you. What kind of example are you setting? Are you showing them that HEALTH is an option and balance between living fun and living healthy is completely possible? Are you showing them that their first priority and one of the most selfless habits they can develop is taking the time and energy to be healthy? How? How often?

I'm not going to tell you that you have to be a Beachbody coach to set this example but I will tell you that coaching keeps you accountable to your actions. You may have other ways of staying accountable...through your own workout programs, through fitness programs with your spouse or another loved one, or through a group of a friends. For me, Beachbody has worked better than any of these. Where else are you going to find 60,000 other people committed to the same kind of healthy, balanced lifestyle? Not to mention, 60,000 nationally recognized coaches! (see more on that soon!) Please think about coaching if you don't already have a good network around you...and even if you do! We need to end this trend...this terrible terrible trend. The next generation deserves better!

One last thought...a friend of mine recently posted a status on Facebook that I think can push us to think. She said "Those of you who complain about the habits and behaviour of this generation, please take a long look at the people who raised them". This is our call to action. I don't have children yet but I know that my behaviour and my actions are visible to those around me. A child may emulate one of my eating habits and pick up a healthier habit directly from me...or a parent may become inspired to go out for a walk every evening because of the choices they know I make and the success they see me achieve which in turn shows a child that it's never too late to learn a new healthy habit. This kind of influence is a great power and as Spiderman knows, with great power comes great responsibility. Seize and embrace that responsibility! Find a way to make an impact in the lives of those around you. I could go on for days about how a healthier community is a better community in so many ways but I'll put away my soap box for now and ask you to click on both of the links below.

The first link is the information from the CDC which shows these frightening and heartbreaking trends in the health of our children and the second link includes information regarding becoming a Beachbody coach. Please contact me for more info as there is a FREE webinar each week with the top coaches in this incredible company and I'd love for you to hear their point of view too!

This is your chance...will you seize it?

http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/childhood/data.html

http://gabriellah99.blogspot.com/p/lets-end-trend-together.html

The Office...Beachbody style - hilarious!

This video cracks me up! I love working with this company!!

Putting this out into the universe

Next year I will...no, will, be at Team Beachbody's Summit that is taking place this week! I am so jealous of all of my friends and fellow coaches who are heading out to California for Summit this week and I know I will make this work. I will be there next year. This year, vacation stole a few more vacation days that I usually spend so going to Summit wasn't really an option this year.

I've said it before, I'll say it again, I love being a Beachbody coach. I love having the tools and network I need to help so many in my life find the healthy solutions they need to have a better life. I love having a business where I earn money just by sharing what I love - wellness. I love the Beachbody community and the way we support each other even though we're "competing" for business. I love that the CEO of Beachbody is on our call each and every Monday. How many of you can say that you hear your CEO's voice, live, each Monday? There are tens of thousands of coaches out there with me fighting to END THE TREND of obesity. Does it get any better than that? I'd have to say no.

I know that I post stuff like this once in a while - about how I love being a coach, how awesome Beachbody is, blah blah blah. Right? But I wouldn't keep posting this if I wasn't still in love with this. I get jazzed and feel invincible each time I meet with coaches...whether its just a couple of my close and dear friends I've met through this group, a class room full of Turbo-ers, or a room of 200 people - I love this group of people and their constant "We can do this and we can do it BETTER" energy. How could you not want to be better when you're surrounded by people who encourage you to do so?

I'd love to share more information about Beachbody with you! Not sure you're cut out to be a coach? If you think "Hey, that's me" to a single one of these ideas, let me know...I'd love to get you set up.

You could make a great Beachbody coach if...
- you love the idea of getting paid to share information with others.
- you want to make a POSITIVE difference in the lives of those around you.
- you have ever done a Beachbody program or tried Shakeology and convinced someone else to do the same.
- you have your own fitness and wellness goals you're working to achieve.
- you don't know the first thing about fitness but are interested in learning.
- you've thought about having your own business "just in case" or because you want something different than your current job.
- you're perfectly happy with your current job and have never thought about starting a business of your own but now that you mention it.....
- you want to make sure that your kids and grandkids grow up in a world where obesity is not the norm.
- you want to help END THE TREND of unhealthy living!

So now here's my challenge to you. Think about this...just for a minute ... and if you have even a little interest, email me (gabriellah99@beachbody.com). I promise I won't pressure you. I'll send you one email with information and then I'll follow up. Other than that, it's up to you. Don't feel like emailing me? Just jump on one of the weekly FREE calls hosted by my team, Platinum Presenters every Tuesday night. Go to http://tiny.cc/FreeFitWebinar, register, and call in - just let them know I sent ya! All I ask is that once you've called in, if you want more information, let me know!

Always here to help!

Gabriella

My "why" - a look back on the past year and how Beachbody has helped me approve my life.

A lot has changed in my life in the past couple years and I credit most of it to the new confidence and strength I have found in myself. A large part of that has been fed by the Beachbody community and the people who make this amazing network the powerful resource that it is. Hopefully this video will help you understand...

So what's this coaching deal about anyway?

I love being a Beachbody coach, as I've blogged before, and I'd love to share the experience with you. The information below covers the basics so please check it out and let me know what you think!

Team Beachbody
Team Beachbody is where good health and fitness are supported by a unique peer community and coaching network to help you get the results you want and deserve.

Our Vision
Created by CEO Carl Daikeler, the vision is simple: to make fitness, weight loss, and overall health fun and exceptionally rewarding. That means helping people to get in shape physically and financially. It's what we call the Total Solution. Our Coaches are our greatest asset to helping change the trend of obesity into a trend of activity!

Our Mission
Our mission and our passion is to reverse the trend of obesity by giving people the tools and support to achieve a fit and healthy body. We get you going and keep you going using a combination of proven fitness programs, easy-to-follow on-line diet guidelines, incredible incentives, and a revolutionary support system unlike any other in the industry. We have committed to building Team Beachbody into the largest comprehensive fitness and weight-loss community on earth, and the momentum is building.

Our Difference
Feeling and looking good makes people around you take notice. When they do, they'll want what you have achieved, and that's part of the power behind the Team Beachbody opportunity.

Our Breakthrough Products
Beachbody has created some of the most popular in-home video fitness and weight-loss solutions in history: P90X , Hip Hop Abs , Kathy Smith's: Project YOU, Yoga Booty Ballet , Slim in 6, Power 90 and Turbo Jam, Chalean Extreme, Brazil Butt Lift and others. We have also created a line of superior nutritional supplements and fitness accessories to help you maximize the healthy results from every workout. The entire catalog is promoted nationally with over $90 million a year in television advertising!

We encourage people to "Keep Pushing Play" every day so they can change their lives and inspire others to do the same. And we have created an innovative online community that brings our customers together so everyone has the support they need to succeed. We're proving that changing your body and your life is truly possible. And it CAN be fun, simple and rewarding.

Independent Beachbody Coach Opportunity
As an Independent Beachbody Coach, you'll be at the forefront of the most exciting new business opportunity to hit the health and fitness scene. If you want to guide, motivate, and inspire others to reach their goals and make money while doing it, becoming an Independent Beachbody Coach is for you.
How does Team Beachbody work?
A number of options are available to you as a Team Beachbody Coach to increase your income - either on a part-time or full-time basis.
How do I become and Independent Team Beachbody Coach?
This business has been designed so that ANYONE with a sincere desire for success can do it - regardless of background or experience.

What if I don't have a sales background?
This is a business about sharing, not selling. Marketing Team Beachbody is about sharing the opportunity with those you talk with every day. As a Team Beachbody Coach, you'll more than likely find your efforts directed more at educating and supporting customers and coaches rather than convincing people to buy something they feel they may not need.

Regardless of your background, experience, or education level, this is a business that can work for you. Successful Team Beachbody Coaches come from all walks of life and professional background.

* Education
* Real Estate
* Personal Fitness Trainers
* Advertising
* Stay at home parents
* Accountants
* Law Enforcement
* Retirees
* Military Personnel
* Students
* Fire Fighters
* And other...

Will I receive support and training?
YES! Once you join you will be part of the Beachbody Team. Our Training program is designed to give you "hands on" experience in learning how to present the membership and share the coaching opportunity with others.

What would I actually be doing?
A number of marketing options are available to fit your lifestyle and schedule, but in a nutshell: You connect with people who are interested in a fit and healthy lifestyle and present the Beachbody coaching opportunity to them.

Workout and eat healthier!

Support the customers Team Beachbody gives you.

You share with others the Team Beachbody vision.

Sign up others who want to join Team Beachbody


**Start Your Business**

It costs $39.95 to start your own business with Team Beachbody.


This includes:

* Your own Coach website including a retail and back office site.
* Sales aids and materials to help you get started immediately.
* Support from those on your team.
* Access to a wide range of marketing supplies.
* Business documents, communications, logo templates, e-cards.
* $80 - $90 million in national advertising each year from Beachbody to help you grow your business.

What if this doesn't work out?

Team Beachbody offers a 30 day money back guarantee. You're doing research now by learning about what this opportunity is all about. If you decide to invest $39.95 into your future, we believe we can provide you with a legitimate opportunity to make a living while making a difference.

However, consider this: If this were a large franchise offering an opportunity to own your own business, you might consider it. If it cost $100,000 to start, you'd have to ask yourself, "What if it doesn't work?".

At just $39.95, most people ask themselves, "What if this DOES work?" It's not by luck that you will succeed at this business. If you work your business as if you've invested $100,000, you can succeed by your efforts and the proven business model presented to you through training and support.