Workout Review: Hip Hop Abs Part II

Every Thursday we spotlight a Beachbody workout program or product. Last week we talked a little about Hip Hop Abs, but we wanted to tell you a little more today.

Here is a review from someone who has been using Hip Hop Abs for a few weeks now:

"Hip Hop Abs was created by Shaun T, the same trainer who made the famous Insanity workout videos.

The DVDs include an instructional video (Secret to Flat Abs) that break down how to do the basic moves. It also includes 5 workouts: Fat Burning Cardio, Total Body Burn, Hip/Buns/Thighs, Last Minute Abs and Abs Sculpt. The workouts are generally 30 minutes long with the Last Minute Abs being just 5 minutes in length. I use the Last Minute Abs on days when I feel crunched for time or if I want to do a little extra after completing one of the other workouts. But just because it is only 5 minutes doesn't mean it isn't a kick in the tush. It's INTENSE!

What I love about Hip Hop Abs is that it is comprised primarily of dance moves that target your stomach. But don't be fooled! Even as you focus on your core, you are always working the rest of your body out, too! You hardly ever get down on the floor, spending the majority of your time in different combinations of moves while tightening your stomach muscles. Not once does Shaun T. have you do a sit-up or crunch!
It's fun, it's engaging, and it gets your heart pumping all while you move and groove to fun dance music. It's never boring as Shaun changes it up constantly with different arm movements and combinations.

If you are looking for a fun workout without high impact, think about trying Hip Hop Abs.
You'll love it as much as I do!"


To learn more about her story, visit her blog:  http://angiesfitlist.blogspot.com/

It's Weigh in Day! Time to Announce the Biggest Cheerleader Winners!

It's weigh in day! How did you do?

Every Monday is weigh in day for our GolladayFit Team. We weigh ourselves, and take our measurements and body fat. This helps us see how we are doing.

Today we are also announcing the winners of the Biggest Cheerleader contest in our P90X and Insanity Groups.

Watch the video to hear the winners!

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2- Next:  Email us at golladayfit@gmail.com or send us a Facebook message to tell us which Challenge Group you'd like to join.

3- Then:  We'll send you a goal sheet to complete and find a time to talk to you on the phone about your health and fitness goals.

4- Last:  We'll add you to the Challenge Group and our GolladayFit Community!

A Day in the Life- Working Out With Kids

Post by Shannon


Before we had kids, it was so easy to work out! I didn't realize how easy I had it! I'd go sleep for 8-9 hours (continuously), wake up early and go exercise. The hardest part was getting myself to wake up early (6 a.m.) before work at 8 a.m. But that doesn't seem so hard now!

Now that we have kids, it's another story! Some times we don't get much sleep (our baby is 5 months and the older one is 2 1/2). It's hard when you only get 4-5 hours a sleep to wake up and exercise. Some times I feel like laying in bed and not getting up... On those days I end up exercising when the kids are awake.

Exercise when they are awake can be a challenge in itself! The older one wants to exercise with me. We've tripped over each other a few times! The baby cries a lot... I love them, but it's a lot easier when they're asleep!

So my motivation to work out in the morning is to have a few minutes of quiet time before the kids wake up.

My motivation for exercise is to have energy to keep up with my cute little girls! I want to be able to run around the park, play dolls, have a tea party, make a snowman, etc.

My goal is to be a fun, in shape mom, and that means I need to exercise each day! Even if it's hard to fit it in some days.

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P90X vs. Insanity

Post by Shannon & Patrick

We have both tried P90X and Insanity. Since we started the programs people have asked us which one we like better. 

This is what we think.

Facts about P90X:

-12 workouts
-90 days
-Awesome meal plan with recipes!
-It is a mix of cardio, weights, stretching, Yoga
-You need some equipment (weights, chin up bar, pushup stands & Yoga mat). Some things are optional like the push up stands and Yoga mat.
-The workouts are 60-90 minutes.
-We think this workout is good to get toned and ripped. It can help you lose weight too.
-P90X is more serious.

Overall, we think this one is good if you want to lift weights, get ripped/toned and like a well rounded workout. Each workout is awesome! Patrick likes this one better than Insanity. Patrick didn't like Insanity.

Facts about Insanity:

-It has a lot of cardio.
-60 days.
-It is AWESOME for losing weight.
-10 workouts.
-There are A LOT of pushups!
-You don't need any equipment except for an optional Yoga mat.
-A heart rate monitor is very helpful.
-Workouts are 35-55 minutes.
-It is more upbeat than P90X.
-It has a lot of interval training.

Overall, this is a really fun workout if you like aerobics, track drills, or jumping. This one is for a shorter time period and the workouts are shorter in the first month. This is great for losing weight, but not as good for getting toned or ripped like P90X. Shannon likes this one better than P90X, but is also a big fan of P90X.

Stay tuned for which workouts we will be started in January!

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2- Next:  Email us at golladayfit@gmail.com to complete the registration.

Tired of not being in shape?

If you are tired of feeling tired and out of shape, join our challenge groups! It's time to make a new year's resolution and keep it!

Five Groups with five people in each group.

P90X, P90X2, Insanity, Hip Hop Abs or Brazilian Butt Lift

Visit our website to check out these workouts! http://beachbodycoach.com/golladayfit

We can add additional workouts! Let us know which one you'd like to do, and we'll form a group for you!

Note:  Shannon planned on doing Hip Hop Abs starting in Jan., but decided to try Turbo Fire first.

REGISTER TODAY!

1- Create your FREE Profile:  TEAM BEACHBODY SIGN UP (If you already have a profile, you can skip this step)

2- Next:  Email us at golladayfit@gmail.com to complete the registration.

RULES

Workouts:
We will all be doing the same workouts together on the same day.

Daily Accountability:
Post on the PRIVATE workout group daily.
Log your workouts into WOWY (enter to win $500 daily, $1000 weekly, iPods, iPads, and more)
You will write down everything you eat each day.

Shakeology:
We encourage you to drink shakeology for maximum results.

Weekly Accountability:
Each member is required to register for the Beachbody Challenge

Our dedication to you:
A daily email or text and weekly phone call to motivate you.

GOALS:
What are your fitness goals?
What do you want to accomplish in this challenge?
What motivates you?
What or who inspires you to get fit and healthy?
What are your biggest challenges with getting into shape? What has stopped you before?
What are your nutrition goals?

ACCOUNTABILITY:
You will take a picture when you start and then another every 30 days.
You will take your measurements every two weeks.
You don't need to show these to anyone.