This is great news for people who want to drink Shakeology but may have been concerned about its glycemic index.

Many people follow the glycemic index when choosing which foods to eat. If you are not familiar with the GI, it was developed by Dr. David J. Jenkins to find out which foods were best for people with diabetes. Carbohydrates that break down quickly during digestion and release glucose rapidly into the bloodstream have a high GI; carbohydrates that break down more slowly, releasing glucose more gradually into the bloodstream, have a low GI. [source: Wikipedia]

The good news is that Shakeology is now certified low glycemic. It has a 24 GI rating which is low. The GI scale ranges from 0 to 100 with the higher numbers given to foods which cause the most rapid rise in blood sugar. Foods with high GI include white bread, pretzels, French fries, and most processed foods. The kinds of foods we should limit in our diets.

What is even more amazing is that Shakeology’s GI rating of 24 is much lower than most fruits, some vegetables, and pretty much every processed food ever made. Now there is even more reason to become a fan of Shakeology.

Find out why so many people drink it daily. Experience the benefits for yourself.

Click here to learn more from the Team Beachbody shop.

One of the big reasons Shakeology® is so popular is because it is well-known for helping people to lose weight. In a 90-day research study conducted by Beachbody, the participants average weight loss was 10 pounds and 2 inches off of their waists. However, it is important to understand how to get the best results from using the product.

The participants of the study replaced one meal a day with Shakeology, ate a balanced diet and exercised moderately three times per week. Notice it doesn’t say that they ate whatever they wanted and sat around. In order for you to get the best results with the shake, you must do your part to follow a clean eating lifestyle as well as exercising on a regular basis.

The easiest way to do this is to follow any of the excellent in-home fitness programs that Beachbody has produced like P90X, Turbo Fire, Body Gospel, etc., because each program comes complete with a nutrition plan and guides on how to use the programs. Combine a workout program with Shakeology and you should experience great results.

Besides an average weight loss of 10 pounds, other results from the 90-day study included:

By the end of week 1
- Improved digestion and regularity
- Reduced cravings

By the end of week 4
- Increased energy and stamina
- Lost weight
- Improved mental clarity

By the end of week 12
- Lost 10 pounds and 2 inches off waist on average
- Reduced risk for diseases, including heart disease
- Lowered cholesterol on average by 30% and even up to 70%
- Healthier skin, hair, and nails

Are you ready to experience these benefits for yourself? Take the Bottom-of-the-Bag Guarantee and click here to try Shakeology for 30-days.

When people find out about Shakeology® it is not uncommon to ask around or search around for whether it is worth buying. Ask any Team Beachbody Coach (including myself) and chances are you will get a resounding “Yes!” However, my goal with this article is to really break down why it is worth it and not simply for reasons like “I like it and so should you!”

What Do You Want to Use it For?

First off, I’d like for you to consider how much you value your good health. A whole lot right? Plenty of people feel the same way, I can’t imagine anyone who wouldn’t. This is why it isn’t uncommon for some folks to spend hundreds per month on protein shakes or other nutritional supplements without giving it a second thought. They use the products to help maintain good health.

They have a reason for using certain products and the same consideration should be taken with Shakeology. Here are some options you may consider as to how Shakeology may help you:

• Lose weight
• Stop cravings
• Healthy snack
• Meal replacement shake
• Daily multivitamin
• Dessert alternative
• Post workout shake
• Coffee replacement
• Improve digestion
• Boost energy

The Ingredients Make it Worth the Price

When I attended the 2010 Beachbody Coach Summit, I was able to attend the Shakeology session in which the creators of the product explained the love and care that was put into the product. The ingredients were not just thrown together from whatever other products use. This shake is made from whole food ingredients and exotic superfoods from around the world.

Consider just some of the ingredients and benefits:

• Camu-camu – 60 times more vitamin C than an orange
• Yacon root – Richest natural source of FOS, a powerful prebiotic for digestive health
• Sacha Inchi – Highest concentration of omega 3 than any food on the planet
• Maca root – Boosts energy, strength and libido
• Adaptogen herbs – Helps the body cope with the negative effects of stress
• Acts like a multi-vitamin
• Certified low glycemic
• Gluten-free, caffeine free, no artificial colors or sweeteners
• Rigorous quality control

If price is really the issue for you, then let’s break that down too:

1. A 30-day supply averages out to about $3 – $4 a shake. I know people who spend that much per day on coffee — seriously. At least with Shakeology you are investing in your health!

2. You can save money in three ways:

• Order on autoship and get it delivered to you each month with free shipping.
• Become a Team Beachbody Coach like me and get 25% off
• Join the Team Beachbody Club as a paid member and get 10% off.

Ask yourself how you want to use the product and what your goals are. If anything, you can try it for 30-days and experience the benefits for yourself.

As for my personal use, I drink it daily and use it as my daily multivitamin. I hope this article has helped you to make a more informed decision. Finally, when you do try it, get in touch with me and let me know what you think.

Click here to get more product details from the Team Beachbody official website.

One of the most popular ways to save money when purchasing Shakeology® is to order it on autoship. Shakeology autoship simply means that you will have the product delivered to you each month like clockwork. Two benefits of this convenient feature include free shipping and never having to worry about running short on your supply. You may wonder, why would anyone use autoship?

Well, it is actually a great service for people who drink the shake on a daily basis. Many health conscious people spend hundreds on protein shakes and other nutritional supplements each month. Depending on what they are using, they probably have to make special trips to purchase them or buy them in bulk just to prevent having to pick them up. Purchasing online is probably not a good option because of shipping fees.

If you are a Shakeology user, autoship may be a better solution for you because you get the free shipping and don’t have to worry about remembering to place another order.

Extra money saving tip: You may already be familiar with the Team Beachbody Coaching opportunity. By becoming a coach, you can save 25% off of Shakeology on every order.

Autoship + TBB Coach = Free shipping and 25% savings.

If you prefer this option just click here and I’ll be in touch with you after sign-up.

Otherwise when you order Shakeology, select your flavor and then “autoship” to get started.

I used to have a fear of swallowing pills. Many people deal with this issue. I wouldn’t take vitamins for the longest time although I wanted to. After awhile, I sought out options for liquid multivitamins. I tried powdered shakes that tasted awful. Other options came in the form of “liquid vegetable” supplements but again, they were not very good.

Trying to take a liquid vitamin that tastes bad makes it difficult to take every day. Not only that, many liquid supplements do not contain enough of the vitamins that we need. I felt hopeless so I finally caved in and purchased a decent multivitamin in pill form.

This particular brand required that I swallow 4 pills per day and they were not tiny pills. I had to force myself to get over my fear of swallowing pills. It was not easy but I finally learned. Although I can swallow pills, it is not something I like to do. I have a friend who has never had the problem I did and can swallow four or more pills at a time, yet, even she prefers a liquid vitamin.

Shakeology® to the Rescue

When I learned about Shakeology, I didn’t hesitate to try it. It is often referred to as a “healthy meal in a glass” and for good reason. It contains all of the vitamins our bodies need as well as antioxidants, probiotics, protein, amino acids, and more. You have to check out the ingredients list – click here to download it.

Besides all of the good stuff that is in it, I was impressed to learn about the care that is put into this product. When I attended the Beachbody Summit this year, I heard from the Shakeology creators themselves about the effort that was put into creating it. The ingredients are derived from whole food sources. It is caffeine free and contains no refined sugar. It also helps to control cravings which is great for helping to shed excess weight.

You CAN take vitamins again and not have to worry about swallowing pills. I’d much rather drink a frosty, cold glass of chocolate Shakeology (and try various recipes) than have to swallow 4 pills a day.

Click here and take advantage of the “Bottom of the Bag” guarantee. Try it for 30-days and if you don’t like, send it back for a refund, even if the bag is empty!

I’m really excited about the new updates to the custom meal planner inside of Team Beachbody. They have added some really cool features to it which will take the guesswork out of eating well. Check out the new features in the video below. You will need to be a paid member of Team Beachbody to access the meal plans. It is only $2.99 per week (billed $38.87 quarterly.)

Shakeology and Body Gospel make a great combination!

The Body Gospel workout is a fitness program created by fitness trainer Donna Richardson Joyner. You may recognize her from her other popular workouts such as “Buns of Steel” and “Sweating in the Spirit.” Body Gospel is a faith-based workout which combines your faith in God with getting fit and healthy. The workouts are set to uplifting gospel music which adds to the fun.

Just like all of the excellent Beachbody® fitness programs, it comes with everything you need to get started on your journey to weight loss and getting fit.

The Program Includes:

6 Workouts:

• Body Revival – a fat-burning cardio workout
• Power & Praise – an interval training workout
• Gospel Glory – an advanced cardio workout focusing on hips, thighs, and stomach
• Strength & Spirit – a combination of cardio and resistance training
• Core Revelation – strengthen abs and shrink hips & backside
• Stretch in the Spirit – increase flexibility and reduce stress

Tracking Tools:

• Total Transformation Guide – a 30-day calendar to track progress.
• Feed Your Body, Feed Your Soul Nutrition Guide – delicious healthy recipes for meals and snacks.
• Body Gospel Basic 10 Training Cards – get a workout in when you’re on the go
• Body Gospel Bands – pro-grade resistance bands

What is also great about this program is not only the convenience of being able to workout at home but being able to share health and fitness with your family, friends, and members of your church. You can easily start an exercise club and have fun working out with others who share your faith. What better way to spread the benefits of exercise than with a workout program that combines workouts with great gospel music and worship all-in-one?

Body Gospel Tips:

• I highly recommend auto-scheduling your workouts into WOWY (click here for your free account.)
• Join the Team Beachbody Club as a paid member and get 10% off of Body Gospel.
• Take advantage of the Team Beachbody Club forums and chatroom to get motivation and support with the program.

Click here to learn more about Body Gospel from the Beachbody® website.

You have probably seen the infomercials for P90X® or caught it on a home shopping channel and wondered if it is worth it. I don’t blame you. I have always been a skeptic when it comes to products promoted on television. You always wonder if it is some type of scam.

I purchased P90X when I became an Independent Beachbody Coach. It came packaged with several other Beachbody® fitness programs I purchased in the Showcase pack. I didn’t immediately start with P90X but now I’m into my 4th week of the program and I’m already impressed with my results.

Whether or not P90X is worth it comes down to several things you may want to consider. Below are the most common considerations for whether or not to use P90X:

1. Price – Many people base their decision to use the program solely on its price. When you consider how much a monthly or yearly gym membership costs, P90X is a bargain. You only pay once and have access to the workouts forever. Also consider what one training session with creator Tony Horton would cost. I can assure you it is much more than the price of the program.

2. 90 Days – Can you devote 90 days to transforming your health? When you’re watching a commercial for the program, it’s hard to believe those results are real. There are tons of P90X transformation stories. Check out YouTube or get your free Team Beachbody account and check out the member profiles.

3. Classic, Lean, or Doubles – You have options when you start the program. Are you more of a cardio person? You may like the lean version. You can also stick to classic and focus more on weights. Doubles is great for those who want even more of a challenge. Read the user’s guide and decide which version interests you.

4. What about support? – Do you worry that you’ll purchase the program and be left without support? That is why it’s essential to take advantage of a Team Beachbody account. You can auto-schedule the entire 90-days into WOWY, chat with other users in the member forums, as well as asking your own Beachbody Coach for support.

Imagine where you can be in 90 days in terms of better health and fitness. Thousands of P90X graduates have done so and many have done 2 or 3 rounds of the program. I feel it’s very worth it if you are tired of not getting any results from what you are currently doing or worse – not doing with your fitness.

Click here to get full details about P90X from the official Beachbody website.

If you are familiar with MMA fighters then you know that they already put themselves through very tough workouts to stay in shape for their cage fights. Well, several fighters in the Philadelphia area have added the P90X workout to their training and got the chance to meet with the program creator, Tony Horton. Check out the video below to see how extreme fighters are using the extreme workout:

Click here and get the official P90X® system that MMA fighters are using to amp up their workouts.

As Shakeology® gains popularity, it isn’t uncommon for people who have heard about it to wonder where they can order it. It is not sold in stores and can only be purchased through an Independent Beachbody Coach or from the official Team Beachbody website.

How to Save Money When Ordering Shakeology

There are a few ways in which you can save money on your next purchase. The first way is by joining the Team Beachbody Club. Membership is only $2.99 per week, billed $38.87 quarterly. You will save 10% on all Beachbody products as a club member.

You can receive a larger discount by becoming an Independent Beachbody Coach. All coaches receive 25% off all Beachbody products. That is a huge savings and the added benefit is that you can earn income from recommending the products you use and enjoy to others who are seeking to improve their health and fitness.

Finally, you can save on shipping costs by ordering Shakeology® on home-direct. It will be delivered to you monthly with free shipping.

Also remember that all of Beachbody’s products come with a 30-day money back gaurantee. Shakeology also has a “Bottom-of-the-Bag” gaurantee which means you can get a full refund, even if you send the bag back empty.

Get The Most Savings This Way:

• Sign up to become a Team Beachbody Coach (qualifies you for the 25% discount on all products.)
• Order Shakeology on Auto-Ship (Free shipping every month right to your door.)

You get 25% off plus free shipping!