So....why Beachbody??

Since I jumped on this crazy ride of coaching, I've had a few people ask me "Why Beachbody?" I thought I would give a little insight as to why I chose to work with this company versus all the other "health" lines out there. No....it's not because I have a "beach-body," not because I have dreams of moving to California and getting a blonde wig and sporting an endless summer tan. It is not all about vanity and trying to look like a Barbie. This is about taking control of my health and well-being and having the blessing of helping others do the same. Truthfully, I actually used to hate the name Beachbody and in my past life didn't like the company even though I knew nothing about them! I just thought they were promoting everyone need to look like a Victoria's Secret model doing a beach shoot with her "beachbody." SO untrue! Health and vanity are not the same thing.




Let me start by re-touching a little bit on my past. After I gained 50+ pounds in college, I began my cycle of yo-yo dieting. I've run the gamete of exercise and calorie counting, diet pills, paleo, cleanses, and commercial weight loss programs. I have A LOT of experience trying to lose weight. I have dabbled in many products from the other popular companies under the Health and Wellness umbrella. I was an expert yo-yo dieter desperate to find anything "quick" that would work. Some things temporarily did and some things didn't. Even though I've gone up and down on the scale and spent countless amounts of money on weight loss attempts, it wasn't all for naught.  This has all given me so much knowledge of what works, what doesn't, nutrition, exercise, etc. My dad also passed away at a very young age from a heart attack, so maintaining my own health is always something in the forefront of my thoughts! So after experimenting with many other programs and attempts to be healthy, why Beachbody?......




1. Beachbody is NOT a quick fix. Let's be honest, it'd be great if there were just a magic pill you could take to lose weight, get that 6 pack and be the picture of health. But, there isn't. I've tried. Yes, initially, I did lose weight taking some crazy stuff, but it NEVER stayed, I felt awful and I was damaging my body. THERE IS NO QUICK FIX. I repeat, THERE IS NO QUICK FIX. Okay, ya hear me on that yet? :) You're crazy if you think you are going to find it and maintain it without sacrificing your health in some way. So, you need to put the work in and eat healthy and EXERCISE. Which leads me to....




2. The exercise programs are LEGIT! Some people see the "before and after" photos and call B.S., but these programs have been tested and proven to be effective if they're followed. There's a ton of money put into ensuring they work. You put the time in, you get results. Simple as that. Many of the other popular companies that are "competitors" to Beachbody do not have this to offer. It seems to elementary to me that if you are going to be a company under the health umbrella, exercise would be a part of it! It needs to be. I honestly used to HATE exercising. I'd go ramble around the gym, aimlessly doing some reps on different machines, hopping on the dreadmill for awhile and was frustrated I wasn't seeing results. The whole time I was there, I was also self-conscious, assuming everyone was looking at me thinking, "yeah, chubby, good thing you're here---you need it." It took until after my dad passed from a heart attack for me to really buckle down and realize I NEEDED to exercise. And if you want to lose weight and keep it off, you do too!




3. There is a team aspect. Yes, this is a multi-level marketing company like many others, but it is SO different and stands apart from the others, in my opinion. I NEVER, EVER envisioned myself doing this. In fact, I will fully admit, I occasionally still squirm when I mention it to certain people (because I'm afraid they'll associate it with all of the marketing companies out there that just want to take your money), but I believe in the products and mission of this company SO much, that I'm willing to squirm. I'll get over it! With Team Beachbody, work together and support each other. It's not just about the person on top doing well from all of the people under them. We are in teams, so we are connected to other people who help us succeed. Because of this, there is a TON of support and camaraderie within your group! And the CEO of this company is the most down-to-earth person you'd care to meet. He is honest, real and genuinely cares about ending the trend to obesity.




4. The coaching. This company isn't just about buying and using a product. It's not about pushing sales. You get a FREE coach to guide you, answer questions, support, motivate and keep you accountable. Where else can you find that for FREE???  People's level of success is so much greater from having the support of their coach and like-minded individuals.




5. Shakeology. 'Nuff said. I am a freak about ingredients. Yes, I do occasionally eat stuff I know is bad for me, but the point is, I know it's bad for me. I have that knowledge base to know what is good and what is bad, and Shakeology is like the nectar of the Gods. It's like oxygen. The ingredients in this nutrient-dense superfood shake are second to none. I have tried shakes from many other companies and never felt totally great drinking them because of the ingredient list, but like I said, I was looking for that "quick" fix and at the time, being thin was more important to me than being healthy. Oh, the young, vain person I was! Even after I had my son and tried a few different shakes, I NEVER felt okay giving him any, even though he'd always ask for a little sip. It got me thinking, "if I wouldn't give this to my son, why am I drinking it?" Thank goodness I got introduced to Shakeology! Jonah, my son, gets 1/2 a shake every once in awhile and I feel 100% okay about it!! No fake ingredients!




Those are my 5 main reasons for "why Beachbody." In NO way am I intending to bash any other company or product, which is why I didn't list any specific names! I'm also not trying to "convince" anyone to use Beachbody products or services.  These are just some of my reasons as to why I chose to company with Beachbody to #endthetrend of obesity, get myself healthy, and hopefully inspire and help others along the way!!!! Bottom line, I decided to improve my health and become the person I want to be, and Beachbody is the tool I use to achieve that!




As always, let me know if you have any questions!!! :)