Fitter or Fatter? I can help you.

THINK about this. Seriously. And watch it.

2011-10-28T22:25:00.000-04:00

P90X222222222222 FAQ'S. Alot of words. Just read them.

2011-09-01T20:17:00.005-04:00

P90X2™ FAQ

Q. What happens if I don't pre-order?

A. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee you'll be able to get a copy of P90X2 before 2012 if you don't pre-order now.

Q. How is P90X2 different from P90X®?

A. Consider P90X2 the next wave in applied science for body transformation.
Like P90X®, it's a complete 90-day program, but with all-new, cutting-edge
workouts grounded in the most modern thinking in sports science. It takes the principles of the P90X® concept and cranks up the intensity with exercises that demand every ounce of your balance, agility, core strength, and athleticism.

Q. When will P90X2 be available?

A. December, 2011. (Note: a Spanish language version will be available in
January 2012.)

Q. What's included in P90X2?

A. P90X2 Base Kit:
• 12 workouts on 13 DVDs or 4 Blu-ray discs
• Fitness Guide
• Nutrition Guide
• 90-day Workout Calendar

P90X2 Deluxe Kit:
• Includes everything in the P90X2 Base Kit, plus:
• 2 Bonus Advanced P90X2 Workouts
• 1 Foam Roller
• 1 55cm Premium Stability Ball
• 2 8-lb Medicine Balls

P90X2 Ultimate Kit:
• Includes everything in the P90X2 Base Kit, plus:
• 2 Bonus Advanced P90X2 Workouts
• 1 Pro-Grade Foam Roller
• 1 55cm Premium Stability Ball
• 2 8-lb Medicine Balls

Q. Is there a Coach / Team Beachbody® exclusive offer for P90X2?

A. Yes, you get two FREE DVD workouts, P90X One on One: 4 Legs, and P90X
One on One: Upper Body Balance, when you order from your Coach or Team
Beachbody. (SO YEAH-ORDER FROM ME-YOUR COACH!)

Q. How do I order P90X2?

A. Starting September 1, you can pre-order P90X2 through your Coach: www.demibean.com

Q. What types of exercises are in the program?

A. Phase One focuses on your foundation. It includes X2 Core, which works the core using instability; X2 Balance & Power, which incorporates strength and explosive movements; and more. Phase Two focuses on strength with workouts like Plyocide, combining explosive movements with mind and coordination drills; Chest, Back & Balance, the mega pump of P90X Chest & Back with the addition of unstable platforms. Phase Three focuses on performance. It includes P.A.P. Lower and P.A.P. Upper, two separate workouts using a cutting-edge training technique used by some of the fittest athletes on the planet. These are a series of repeated movements or "complexes" that will absolutely destroy you.

Q. What equipment do I need?

A. All you need to do P90X2 is a couple of dumbbells or resistance bands, a
place to do pull-ups, and about an hour a day. A pro grade stability ball, two 8-lb. medicine balls, and a foam roller are strongly recommended, too.

Q. What if I want a less strenuous program?

A. If you decide you aren't ready to tackle P90X2 yet but still want to get in great shape fast, we recommend starting with a less extreme program, such as 10-Minute Trainer® or Power 90®. Beachbody® offers a wide variety of incredible fitness programs for all levels and goals, so you're sure to find the one that's right for you.

Q. I subscribed to P90X® ONE on ONE Volume 3. How do I place my order?

A. Starting September 1st, you can call customer service at 1 (800) 470-7870. Tell the service representative that you purchased ONE on ONE Volume 3 and you'll be given further details.

Q. Will Coaches get commission for the 50% off orders from the P90X® One on
One Volume 3 discount offer?

A. Yes, Coaches will get the standard commission for the 50% off orders.

Q. Will coaches earn PV for the 50% off orders from the P90X® One on One
Volume 3 discount offer?

A. Yes, Coaches will earn standard PV for the 50% off orders.

Q. Is the 50% off offer applicable to all of the P90X2 kits?

A. Yes, the 50% off offer is applicable to the Base Kit price (DVD and Blu-ray), as well as the Base Kit portion of the total price of the Deluxe and Ultimate Kits (DVD and Blu-ray).

Q. When will my (and my customers’) credit cards be charged?

A. As soon as the product ships, your credit card will be charged.

Q. How should my customers order P90X2?

A. They can pre-order through you (send them through your personalized
Coach website and have them click on the right-rail banner! Your Coach Rep ID will carry over).

Q. What do my customers get if they pre-order P90X2 from me?

A. Two FREE bonus workouts they can use to get in tip-top shape for the New Year. They will also receive FREE shipping and handling (up to a $40 value), as well as an automatic sweepstakes entry to win exclusive P90X® prizes and a shot to be featured in a future P90X2™ infomercial. (AMAZEBALLS!!)

SO THERE YOU HAVE IT FOLKS. If that doesn't answer all your friggin questions-ask in the comments, or someone else. It's not rocket science. It's a new program that will FOR SURE deliver some serious results. Follow the nutrition guide, do your workouts, and don't be an idiot. That pretty much applies to all workout programs.

IT'S ON BITCHES!! xoxo

Get it here: www.demibean.com (to PRE ORDER of course..hisss)

-db

P90X2 is available for PRE-ORDER TODAY!!

2011-09-01T08:58:00.006-04:00

PREDICTED SELL OUT-meaning it won't be available until SPRING for anyone who orders "late" as in-after TODAY!

1. Pre-Ordering can begin at 12:01 PM ET Sept 1, 2011--TODAY!!!
2. It will be delivered by Christmas
3. Your Credit Card won't be charged until it is shipped
4. FREE Shipping if you order from me at www.demibean.com. Get 2 bonus workouts designed to compliment P90X2.
6. You will be entered to win prizes; including Tony Horton delivering it to your door!!

This program is designed to bring out your inner strength. It's designed to make you stronger for the outside world, with less injuries. Plus-it's a 5 day program vice the normal P90X 6 day a week program. There are so many differences and craziness in this program-here is a little sneaky peak of the P90X2 "Total Body workout."

"This ain't your granddaddy's weight training workout. X2 Total Body combines resistance and instability to ensure your body uses the correct muscles in the given movement. Old school isolation movements that can lead to muscular imbalance not welcome here. In this workout you'll earn every repetition, and form is king."

PRE ORDER TODAY THROUGH WWW.DEMIBEAN.COM STARTING AT 9AM PACIFIC-12PM EASTERN. DON'T BE LEFT BEHIND!!

I'm ordering today-we can go through this TOGETHER!

db

Period Anxiety and Phone apps

2011-08-28T13:50:00.002-04:00

So I have this app on my phone that I thought would be a good idea to have. It would track my periods, tell me when I was ovulating, and I wouldn't have to give the deer in the headlights look and completely make up a lie when my period gyno doc would ask me the start date of my last period. Because it's on my phone now bitches. I could even tell her the last time I had sex. (It's a feature of the period calendar)

Now not until now I'm kind of second guessing this. I see this day looming on my period app that-no lie-has a BIG RED BAR across tomorrow. Because tomorrow is when the menses start. Great. Now I have looming period anxiety. I'm all crampy and I know the the gates of hell that is my vag will open it's fury unto me for a week, starting tomorrow. I wish I was a little irregular on my schedual or something, but I'm not. I'm like friggin' clockwork. So period app LOVES this fact about me and puts it in my face like "HAHA! Tampon duty starts tomorrow, ho-boat! Sorries!" Ridiculous. I hate you period app. I hate you.

Now WHERE is my chocolate and potato chips and wine?? (period survival kit, just fyi).

Jason helps alot with this part. Well done Jason. I'll say something sweeter NEXT week.

Shut up or leave.

2011-08-23T11:27:00.002-04:00

Those were the first words spoken to me when I was in Marine Corps bootcamp. Of course I cried like a baby because I was like-"You JUST HURT MY FEELINGS, WAAAAH!!" But seriously I was in bootcamp and I needed to toughen up a bit. Back at home-I was a spoiled brat. Now-of course I'm not, I've worked my butt off to get to where I am. And I'm still not there....but very close. Which makes me push even further. I can't even tell you how many times people tried to knock me down-heck-people have *tried* to do it to me in this past week numerous times! But I WILL not let it happen. There are certain things in my life that I KNOW work. And there are things that I know DON'T work. One thing is-you can't expect to be coddled forever. If you feel like you are going to cry at the drop of a hat when you get critiqued for anything-you need some help. I got help when I needed it-and no it wasn't just the Marines from where I got help. Everyone is wired up differently-but you can hone your skills and your DNA (Determined Natural Ambition) and use it for the greater GOOD-and not to have a pity party. If you are sensitive-that is fine! But you must learn how to use that personality trait to better yourself and the people around you. If you use it for crying and complaining-you are screwing yourself and your career/dreams. You can actually use that trait to be a empathetic loving person towards others. To help people who need it. But you have to understand not everyone will respond to this.

*Sorry sister-this will not always work*

Understanding others personalities is a very hard thing to do. It's an everlearning process for everyone. You talk to everyone differently, bottom line, even if you don't really know it. Because deep inside, you know how to get the response you want out of them. BUT. And this is a big BUT. If you are trying to get people to see your goals and dreams and aspirations-and they do not have the same VISION-then you are pretty much screwed. But don't cause a shit storm over it. Move on. Learn from it. It's probably in your best interest. You need to have like minded people around you that have these same goals, dreams, and aspirations. But oil and water never mix-so if that's the case in your inner circle of success partners-take a good hard look and know when to make your graceful exit.

Give credit to where credit is due. My drill instructors who I borderline HATED in the beginning-actually became my role models and mentors in the end. By the time bootcamp was near it's end-I looked up to them and completely admired them for toughening me up, and changing my outlook on life. That I actually have the power within me not to use anyone else as a crutch. I thanked them immensely. I never brought up when they "hurt" my feelings. I never doubted them as leaders. They DID lead me into being a more well rounded individual. They showed me what it was like to be emotionally and physically strong. They showed me how to be independent and confident in my abilities. But never, ever did I once question the madness. I learned, I cried, I overcame. And I am OH so thankful that someone was out there to point out my flaws and tell me what I needed to do to change them.

I went to my first ever "improv" acting class this past week. I am not going to lie-I almost walked out! I was so scared of being silly and loud and obnoxious in front of everyone. In our very first exercise, the director of the agency would stop at me every time, and say (loudly)-"NO DEMI, DO IT AGAIN." And over and over and over this occured. He then said "I AM DOING THIS BECAUSE I KNOW YOU HAVE MORE IN YOU. PUT IT OUT THERE AND USE IT." It seriously was a major slap in the face for me. I was pissed off. But I begrudgingly accepted my fate of the day of this crazy class and just let it go. What an amazing feeling that was! I never thought I could do any of that in front of people-just let everything go and let my DNA shine on through. But I did, and I am so much better for it! And for this I was offered to audition as the female lead in a movie. Is that crazy or what?! It just goes to show-YOU have much more than you think you do inside-and if someone pushes you-LET THEM. Don't take offense to it-or else it will get you NO WHERE. You will get back tracked and stay the same way. Life is about progression in your attitudes and beliefs. If someone is pushing you and "hurting" your feelings-there probably is a reason why. They see something in you that you probably don't see. If you don't accept that challenge-you will remain stagnant in life. And don't ever think you can do any of "this" on your own. You will fail.

Support is crucial. Accept it or don't. It's on YOU.

Demi Bean
www.demibean.com

I AM: Determined.

2011-08-14T11:47:00.001-04:00

de·ter·mi·na·tion
noun
1. the act of coming to a decision or of fixing or settling a purpose.
2. ascertainment, as after observation or investigation: determination of a ship's latitude.
3. the information ascertained; solution.
4. the settlement of a dispute, question, etc., as by authoritative decision.
5. the decision or settlement arrived at or pronounced.

Sometimes I am a little brash, sometimes I'm sweet as can be. I can also be a major bitch. But I am also someone who loves fiercely-and goes after what I want. I have to admit-I usually get what I want. And that is a great quality in my book.

I think we all need to have a little bit of this "attitude" within us to be successful. You have to be DETERMINED to get what you want in life. Being a former Marine has definitely helped with that for me-as I used to be VERY shy and meek. I still am that shy little girl, but everyday I try to challenge myself to be a little bolder. And that's my challenge TO YOU. Be bolder. Go after what you want. If it lines up with your goals in life-anything that stands between you and your goals is nothing but a stupid roadblock. Tear em down!! It all starts with your personal health-mentally and physically. Don't wait to take care of these 2 vital elements in your life!! Life is simply too short to wait to improve yourself, your family, your friends, your income, your stability, etc. I will leave it at that. It's taken me YEARS to get to a point where I am HAPPY. But, finally at 31 years old-I am just beginning to scratch the surface of what I am destined to do. I know I will encounter many roadblocks as this journey goes on-but I am not going to let them stop me this time. This time..is MY TIME. Time for me and my family. Life is meant to be enjoyed, not a daily struggle. Keep that in mind when you are just "floating" through the days wondering where the years have gone. The only thing stopping you is YOU.

db
www.demibean.com
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The time I sharted in the car

2011-08-07T15:18:00.000-04:00

One time a long time ago-last year-I was taking a drive. I was by myself, and I really have no idea where I was going, can't remember. What I DO remember is that I had just had my Shakeology..oh an hour before I was driving to wherever I was going. I thought I had to fart. It wasn't a fart. The odor wouldn't really go away. I had realized the horror at what just happened. Some other "extras" came out as well. Sick. I KNOW. I was completely horrified but THANK THE HEAVENS I was wearing a dress and there was a gas station nearby. I ~~panickly sprinted~~ calmly walked into the gas station and had to throw my now tainted thongs in the garbage and ride home commando. It was so gross. You're welcome.

Hey Ho's. I'm a model now.

2011-08-07T10:08:00.000-04:00

These are just a few from a fab photography session with Abigail Marie of Nonpareil Photography

Become a fan of her Facebook page because she has mad skillz. I'm also now with a real deal model agency-Tout Models and Talent of Charleston. Things are pretty rad now. I know; I'm 31 and I just said "rad." Deal.

Photos! (aka PROOF)

Chances are...you are full of shit.

2011-07-27T13:53:00.002-04:00

The following is from a doctor on the internet-so that means it's true. Plus-I am a pooping genious. I KNOW my stuff about poop.

"So how much crappola does the average person have in them, right at this very second?"

"The Answer is: anywhere between 5 and 25 pounds at any given time,
depending on your diet, and your weight.

I selected this question because I have had hydro-colon therapy in the
past, and believe a clean colon is very beneficial to a person's
overall health. I went in for 10 sessions in 5 weeks. I lost 12
pounds, and I changed my diet.

It has been said that if you eat a traditional American diet, a lot of
processed foods, --that a small portion of the very first meal you
ever had, is still in your intestines, somewhere."

SICKNESS!!

How friggin disgusting is that??
Do you know what helps move things along (pun intended)???

SHAKEOLOGY. Either by doing a cleanse or by just drinking it daily. I promise you-it WILL keep things moving. If you are interested in the shit of shits-please leave a comment and I will help you. Or just click on that shit large banner on the top of this blog and it will take you to purchase. Just remember to get it on home direct (HD) so you can save some cash money ($15/month to be exact).

Happy shi..pooping.
Demi
www.demibean.com

Crap in my 3 year old's purse

2011-07-18T16:09:00.000-04:00

And when I mean crap. I mean CRAP. Specifically "princess CRAP." She wears this said purse like she's friggin Queen of England, all up on her elbow, like all fancy. She won't go ANYWHERE without it. It is always bulging at the seams and she swears everything in it is VITAL to her very existance. Like, DON'T EVEN *THINK* about trying to clean it out, because she will cut you. While you are asleep. The only reason why I got these pics are because she was busy brushing her teeth. After dipping it in the toilet. We are not normal, and apparently have passed the not normal genes to our children. I mean, we don't brush our teeth out of the toilet or anything. We are VERY ~~trashy~~ FANCY parents. Ahem.

Crime Scene Evidence Submission picture #1

Ahh. You're probably like, "NBD, it's just a purse for little girls." BULGING at the seams.

Crime Scene Evidence that our kids are ~~crazy~~ normal and girly; submission picture #2

I know it almost looks like a vaginal opening, but I promise you it is not. I had to use herculean force to get that zipper to open. Yet she opens it with ease. Wierdo.

Crime Scene Evidence Submission picture number #3

Now, this is where things get dicey. I mean, she has a SEWING KIT in there. WTF is she going to sew, she's 3. Also please note the goggles, the 2000 NASA commemoritive coin, a reading lamp for books (???), a dollar bill, a hotel key (whatthefruit), a business card (because she does biz on the daily and absolutely needs one), gummy bears, and like 103490349 pens and pencils and markers. It's like a hookers purse. After taking this pic, I saw the future hoarder of america coming up the stairs and immediately had to stuff everything back in her purse (frantically) before she gives me evil devil laser eyes that would probably have killed me on the spot. She promptly snatched that purse out of my hands. Yikes. It was A CLOSE CALL PEOPLE.

And that my friends, is my daily dose of true crazy from this house.
DB

Don't fool yourself....

2011-07-04T23:08:00.000-04:00

A fourth of July story that will probably trump yours:

I decided to stay home away from the crazy on the 4th of July this year. I was fine with it, my family was fine with it, and my birthday was on the 2nd-so we celebrated PLENTY for the weekend. I just wanted to stay home, watch some ~~trashy~~ educational TV and enjoy a glass of wine before I turned in for the night. I knew the endless fireworks from criminals and like minded idiots would be lighting illegal fireworks all night, hence giving my kids and dog a great nights sleep. I wanted a little peace before the night chaos that was sure to come.

So everyone came home, I am relaxed getting ready for bed. The kids are all happy as can be, telling me their awesome stories, and I was so happy they had a great time with Daddy. After they went to bed, Jason comes and tells me a delightful tale. One that is disturbing and also disgusting. Like any semi-normal person who wants to enjoy the holiday-Jason wanted to drink some beer. Not like doing keg stands or anything. Just effing relax with some beer. I totally understand this need even more because he was going to a CRaZaZy babtist church for the firework festivities. No lie, this church puts out a sign in the dead of summer here in SC that reads "IF YOU THINK THIS IS HOT, HELLS HOTTER." Like a threat to all us "sinners." Just remember it's REALLY EFFING HOT. Anyway-we don't do that scare the devil out of you shiz in this house-we are believers and we try our best. That's all the explaining I will give you because I don't have to give you anymore. So yeah it was hot tonight. Jason wanted to drink some beer. He had to send the girls off to play with the other kids so he could drink a beer for a couple minutes. Like a crazy sinner that basically will die a hot hot hot death in hell IMMEDIATELY if ANYONE from the church sees him. Pathetic. What's even worse? EVERYONE THERE IS FAT and stuffing their faces with hotdogs, burgers, fries, and coke. WTF. Does that make ANY sense to you?? I think having a beer every now and then is much better than getting yourself fatter by the minute and acting like you haven't eaten a single morsel of food in your whole life. July 4th doesn't give you a free ticket to eatwhatevertheheckyouwant, JUST FYI. A heart attack or never having sex again with your loved one will just be the consequence. Which will lead to a bad marriage. Which will lead to divorce. Last time I checked, God hates divorce, right baptists? Yeah-so STFU and eat some damn broccoli and a protein shake. Stop waddling around and judging everyone just because you manage to shimmy your fat self to church and squeeze yourself through the church aisles every Sunday, while some are working out to worship tunes at the gym or at home. I would take the latter choice, thank you. I don't take kindly to my husband having to drink in private like an alcoholic. Which he is so not BTW. Lighten the F up. Drinking a beer vs. a lifetime of being a fatty? Beer wins.

So anyway-I do free fitness coaching. I'm not the nicest. (see above blog post) but I tell it like it is. If you want to be fat and die an early death-and pass that lovely gift to your kids-that's on YOU. But if you want to change things, I can help you. I think Jesus would totally love that idea.

www.demibean.com

Oblique Magazine July/August Issue

2011-07-01T16:10:00.000-04:00

I know you can't really read the words on the second page, but it's an article that describes my transformation story with P90X, being a Beachbody Coach, and just helping to inspire other mothers out there. :)

Uhhmmmm....

2011-06-29T15:02:00.000-04:00

I don't want to become one of those phantom bloggers, I really am trying to do better and blog more. But really, I ain't got nothin. Let's see....I just went to Walmart and got some sunless tanner and skin lotion. Also-Beachbody is doing great. Shakeology rocks my socks off. Workouts are goin good, kids are great, (although my 3 year old has taken a kin to LYING to me about very obvious things) SMH...anyway-Jason REALLY likes my butt lately. Ok that's it. I'm eating asparugus. Yay for delish pee smell.

Demi

www.demibean.com

You should watch this. Especially if you are in the Military. Or if you have a brain.

2011-06-27T20:07:00.000-04:00

THE opportunity that is waiting for YOU.

2011-06-24T09:48:00.000-04:00

It's time for you to say, YES. Make the decision. Becoming a Beachbody Coach has changed my life 10 fold. It keeps me ACCOUNTABLE TO MYSELF so I don't ever fall off the wagon. Every day is better. Every day I impact someones life! If you have done any of the Beachbody programs, and have recommended it to anyone-like-ever....you have been Coaching, and have not reaped the FULL rewards of it. Yes-you led them to a healthier lifestyle-but did you know you could get cash dollar dollar bills for doing JUST THAT? It really IS that easy. We can end the aweful trend of obesity in America (and you can get rewarded for doing that in so many ways!). But you have to make the decision-right now-to be a coach on my team. Stop putting it off, now IS the time.
Together-WE ARE BETTER. Watch this vid that explains it all!

www.demibean.com and lets get started.

Get Ready for a picture explosion in yo' face

2011-06-23T12:42:00.007-04:00

From the Team Beachbody 2011 Summit. Let me tell you: IT WAS FRIGGIN' AMAZEBALLS. We hung out with our closest Beachbody friends for a week-had amazing training sessions that were so motivational and informational, danced our hearts out every night, and just had SO. MUCH. FUN. If you are not a coach on my team-YOU NEED TO REEVALUATE THINGS. It's the cheapest business to open, it rewards the coaches above and beyond, free vacations, family oriented, and we are REVERSING THE TREND OF OBESITY!! Did you know that obesity now kills more people than smoking related deaths?! That's crazy! You can be apart of reversing this within the next 10 years-if not sooner-but you have to be a coach! I can tell you more about it, but check out www.demibean.com when you get a chance to check things out. And now: A vomitation of picture festivities: (there were so many, this is just a fraction of the pics that are out there!)
P.S I DON'T KNOW WHY SOME ARE BIG AND SOME ARE SMALL A;LSDFJWAIFJOJE#$%# BLOGGER!!! Anyway...

1 Star Diamond-Yeah baby! :) (upper left) :D

And there you go! As you can see, Beachbody is filled with amazing people, and just pure amazesauce. You are missing out if you are not apart of my team! Juss' sayin'.

Demi
www.demibean.com

Leavin on jet plane... UPDATED

2011-06-14T13:03:00.001-04:00

Well, tomorrow I am. By the time anyone reads this (like the 2 of you) I will probably have gone already. We have an easy flight to ATL at 1pm or something and then we fly to LA from there, arriving at LAX around 6'ish. Which puts us at the hotel around 7'ish, depending on traffic and all the other craziness that is the LA airport. So anywho-if you are going-meet me at the pool bar tomorrow night, I will be having a little welcome, "celebratory" drink before we head off to bed tomorrow night. Can't wait to see you and take a whole ton of ~~embarrasing~~ great pictures! :)

Demi

**UPDATE**
I will not have my period during the Summit. (!!!)

I'm sure J is WAY excited about this factor.

D

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2011-06-08T16:55:00.001-04:00

So in preperation for the Summit, alot of coaches have upped their game physically and nutritionally. Which means for alot of bitchy coaches. Or that may be just me.

Physically: I've started doing doubles 2-3 times a week. What does this mean? I do a cardio sweat session on an empty stomach right when I wake up (the only thing I have in my tummy are BCAAS-Branch Chain Amino Acids to help your muscles along thier merry way). Kill me. It's the worst. But I know when it comes to crunch time for any event (i.e. photoshoots, competitions, SUMMIT) this is what I gotta do. My body responds well to it. My mind and belly give me the finger. In the afternoon-I do weights and a little jumprope speed session (10 min jumprope, followed by weights). I mix it up-whether it's shoulders one day, to legs and butt the next, or bi's and tri's another day. I just make sure I hit each muscle group HARD in the PM. I do take a rest day. But I usually do a great stretch session on rest days. And I do abs twice a week somewhere in there. I sometimes mix up different workout programs from Beachbody as well-since I have all the programs. (Another perk of being a coach-25% off of everything, makes it all VERY affordable!)

Nutritionally: This is my WEAKEST area. I am a snacker. Throw me some chips and hummus. Some pasta. Salsa. Maybe a rice crispy treat. I KNOW. But normally I follow the 80/20 rule even when not in prep for anything. 80% of the time I will eat clean and perfect, 20% of the time I eat whatevertheheck I want. It keeps my sanity intact. Now is a TOTALLY different story. I'm eating, but very very very limited choices. I still eat 5-6 small meals a day. But it consists of the following: Shakeology in the AM-1 hour later a protein shake. Lunch=Wildcaught salmon and asparagus. Snack-protein shake. Dinner=Wildcaught salmon and asparagus. PM Snack if I'm going carb crazy-plain oatmeal (steel cut). PM protein Shake. No alcohol. Then I go to BED. REPEAT. OVER AND OVER. NO VARIATIONS. Fish and asparagus sounds yum right? Well after eating it all day every day it's like the devil in fillet form. But salmon is high in omega 3's which will make your skin glow like a baby's butt and also help with fat loss. Asparagus is a natural diuretic-which means it will help shed any water weight, the natural way. And it makes your pee smell delish.

And OMG the amount of water I am drinking???!!!! I feel like I am preg again with all the pee trips I'm making. But it's all good. It's good to do this to your body every now and then, like a healthy detox. Except it's super long. As a fitness model/fitness coach-you have to be ready for anything 2 weeks out. And 2 weeks is how long I have to do these shananigans.

Results-I have already dropped 4lbs (water weight I'm sure) but it's all fine and dandy because I feel like my muscles are showing more and I just feel better overall. Sleep is like supah fly, and I feel GREAT in the mornings. Until I realize I can't have my Shakeology until I sweat like a sinner in church for 30 minutes minimum.

In other news: The Sephora angels showed up today as well as the angels from Victoria Secret. Some cute dresses and travel makeup/shampoo/conditioner and perfume were delivered. It makes my day special when this happens.

Superspecial un-carby hugs-Demi
www.demibean.com

sort of not health related

2011-06-08T11:20:00.000-04:00

Today I had a panick attack. This morning specifically.

Something triggered me.

Now, I haven't had one in a LONG TIME...but sometimes, it does happen. I can't get my breath, I start shaking, I feel like the world is going to end, I feel like I am going to die, and I eventually need medicine to calm me the F down. I have medicine on hand if I ever need it. Sometimes there are things that happen that holistic care just can't take care of, unfortunately. I will say though that after getting healthier-they have lessened ALOT. But when they do happen-I am ready with medicine specfifically for this. And I have to lay down, for a long time. It sucks, and I hate them. But everyone has their issues, and I'm not going to pretend life is great all the time, because it's not. There are ways to present yourself to the world that is honest and relateable, and even in a positive way. Not the "woe is me" but more like "wow, this happened to me today, can a sister get some support?" And I move on...eventually (after meds wear off).

I missed my hair appt today. Which sucks because my hair is a lions mane right now-but I know I could get it done whenever. It's just hair. I think I may have had a dentist appt too today. But whatever, it's just teeth. Plus, it gives me more time to floss and make the dentist think I floss all the time, when in reality, I only floss the week before the appt. Don't judge.

So yeah, this is me, not perfect,not shiny. And I will never portray that I am. I am glad I did my workout early this morning, because Lord knows I wouldn't do it now. Another plus to early morning workouts-you never know when a panick attack is going to ruin your day, so better get it out of the way. I probably spelled a million things wrong in this post. Whatever.

I'll blog when I'm more coherent. who knows.
Bye for now. DB

Words go Here

2011-06-07T17:02:00.001-04:00

I go through loooong periods of blogging. Whatever. I only blog when I feel super inspired. Like a seasoned writer who has alot of awards. I know I am not anywhere close to being like that-but I feel like I am. OK? So. What we've been up to:

1) The Team Beachbody Summit is going down in LA starting June 15th. Which means lots of preperation for us Beachbody coaches. It's basically Beachbody vomiting all over LA for a week. Workouts with celebrity trainers, motivational seminars, and award ceremonies for the coaches that actually do their job. Yes, I am one of them. Which means it is all about me. (not really...sort of).

2) Packing. Since airline industries are money rapers/aholes and they charge for every stupid thing you bring on the plane, me and J have decided to have 1 carryon, and 1 checked bag. I KNOW. Crazy, right? Usually, I travel with 2 checked bags AND a carryon-for just MY stuff. Well, trying to compromise, I've decided to follow the STUPID 3 oz rule ~~(because geez, anyone with a brain and wanted to blow up a plane could never think of combining 10 3 oz containers to build some sort of explosive devise)~~ and buy a bunch of travel beauty crap from Sephora (super YAY for me, hehe).

So stupid. Like I can get all my crap in this? Money Rapers.

And, I also bought 6 dresses from Victoria Secret (double YAY) so I don't have to pack seperate jeans, shirts, and all that nonsense that normal people wear. I am not normal. Even if it's 50 degrees, I will be out there with a flimsy padded cotton dress (I made sure they all had built in padding so I don't even have to pack BRAS. I mean, if that's not compromising, I don't know what is). So, that saves alot of space. I also have to pack a ridic amount of workout wear and sneakers and heels, so this does help alot. Guys have to pack like 2 shirts, jeans, a toothbrush, and they are done. So dumb.

Anyway, I think I'm going to have my period during this week long party. F times a billion. Bloating while working out while being filmed while in a sports bra and booty shorts=not hot. I will make sure to take a diuretic or something. God help me.

The Summit also is a big drunk fest. If anyone has been to one-....you know what I mean. Trainers and fit people seem to be able to hold their liquor quite well and can drink ALOT of it. Which makes for alot of sporadic dance parties-like who can do the running man and the robot the best-and basically not sleeping for 5 days straight. And then we get our ass kicked in the super early morning workouts and wonder why we did what we did the night before. But then we do it all over again the next night. And then there are the endless coversations-because you feel like you are at a big family reunion. So you want to talk to EVERYONE for a minimum of 1 hour and take a minimum of 100 pictures with said people in various forms of drunkenness and "X" formations (or not, if you are a boring party person, or a recovering alcoholic). So the pictures are always "fun" to look at plastered all over facebook when you get back home.

So yeah, we're getting ready to take over LA. Watch out. We're staying at the JW Marriot at LA LIVE where the Nokia theatre is at-AND AND AND we are going to a real life movie premier/screening of the movie "The Green Lantern." Red carpets and celebrites. I die.

YAY!

It's basically going to be a week of pure awesome-so you should go....next year because it's sold out this year, and it's only for coaches. So sign up to be a coach NOW-then purchase your summit ticket when they go on sale days after this summit is over this year. You won't regret it! IT'S EPIC!!

OK I'm done talking about this.
Demi
www.demibean.com

Alana Graduates 3rd Grade!

2011-05-26T11:02:00.002-04:00

Thank God.

So proud of this little bugger. I can still remember when she got me fat as a cow when I was preg with her, and I can still remember being called to the school when she did something "not fitting a Christian school." Oh for the love. We're normal-not perfect. But I do love her school-it's a good balance of faith, learning, and manners. Our job as parents are to tell her she doesn't have to live to a certain standard of living that the school may put out there-and that it is SO OKAY to be different. And also if someone ever hits her it's ok to kick him or her in the kidneys or balls (if applicable) as hard as she can. Don't judge. But just make sure that you pray before bedtime and talk to Jesus alot. That's what I call (in this fam) a well rounded individual. She also get's me a beer out of the fridge-AND EVEN will take the bottlecap off-and AND use the bottle opener if it's not a twist off. That's what I call a good kid. She also can read really friggin well. Proof:

See? We're not all beer and kidney punching. We do teach our kids, as well as making sure Alana has excellent grades, and excels in her faith.
Also-we are passing down the gift of physical fitness-more proof she is made of amazesauce:

The award I am MOST PROUD of. Dont' judge.

And last BUT certaintly not least: She gets the best award ever. MOST SOCIAL. Because we all know the extroverts are the most successfull in life. Ok I just made that up. But whatever. I like that she ain't scared to talk to anyone (that's not crazy), and will stand up for herself. And she has the loudest voice known to man, with an attitude to match.

What's even more hilarious-Jason had to leave early to go to court. For a speeding ticket. SMH.

Alana, you are my heartsong. I know I will write about you until the day I leave this earth. Until then, be strong, be confident, and be brave. Stay strong in your faith. And in your abilities that you know how to fight. And soon I get to show you how to shoot a gun. Watch out boys.

demi

Muscle and Body Magazine Article!

2011-05-24T14:23:00.000-04:00

This is for the June article that will be coming out on newstands soon; you will most likely find it at GNC! Here is my spread for your viewing pleasure, complete with an interview. (P.S. In case you didn't know, I won a fitness modeling competition with this magazine, and was flown out to Columbus, Ohio for the Arnold Expo, complete with photoshoot).

And here's page 2!

I will write more when I can, have a great day!
Demi
www.youtube.com/isabelbean <--youtube channel-check it!
www.demibean.com

Before/After Asylum Pics!

2011-05-23T12:18:00.000-04:00

This tranformation took place within 30 DAYS of doing INSANITY: THE ASYLUM. Yes, it lives up to it's title. But for 30 days of lung bursting and muscle burning like you've never believed-I AM THRILLED. I am currently done with my "Relief week" (it's suggested after doing a round to let your body recuperate from the hell it just went through) and I have just completed my first week of my second round of the Asylum. I have changed my mind in doing the P90X/Asylum hybrid. I am going to do another full out Asylum rotation and see what happens. My athletic abilities are through the roof-and that's just something you can't see in the pictures. Speedroping is NO joke my friends, and when I started, I couldn't do it at all. I can now keep up with the video, and although I still take many breaks through all the workouts-I am improving. Which goes to show you: fitness is a life time committment. I LOVE my little improvements, however small they might be; because it means I am moving forward, and that's really all that matters. One thing that I have noticed is that I am not physically disabled after the workouts now-and I actually have a life again. So I can only be extremely excited about what this second round will do for me and my general fitness and wellbeing! That said: here are my before/after pics. Yeah I am white as a ghost in my first-but boating season just started here in Charleston and let's just face it, I am puertorican and I get better tans than most people, even with SPF 50 on. The crap just doesn't work on me. Oh well. :)

BEFORE

AFTER

Do you want to check yourself into the loony bin? Click HERE.
demi

OK!

2011-05-18T09:16:00.001-04:00

Ya'll have been ON MY A$$ to blog so here you go. Almost worse than Norton reminding me every 30 seconds that I need to renew my virus protection. Geez.

I don't even know.

1) I've graduated the Asylum. No it's not a nuthouse. You know, the fitness program I've been boring into your brain for the last month. I posted my stats on my FB "like" page. I'm too lazy to copy and paste here so just go to the facebook page listed on this blog, and you can see the results there in the notes. Not a picture yet though. I got my period the last day of the Asylum (thanks universe) so I'm bloaty and I REFUSE to capture that as my "after" pic. I plan to do the Asylum/P90X hybrid next. So then I will talk about that all the time. Riveting I know.

2) We had a pretty dramatic moment at the Bean household. Isabel (just turned 3) has been 99.99999% potty trained for a good while now. BUT she would wear pullups when we'd go out, or when no one felt like taking her to the potty. (parents of the year over here). Then we decided that enough was enough. We put all the pressure on Alana (our 9 year old) so Isabel wouldn't hate us (the lazy parents), and told her to throw out all the pullups VISIBLY so Isabel could "see" that they were going "bye bye" forever. Talk about a kid going crazy. She threw her flailing body on the floor screaming "NOOOOOOOOO!!! NOT MY PULLUPS!!! PLEASE NO NO NO!!!" And I had to hold that monster back while she kicked me trying to make a bee line for Alana to kill her for throwing out her precious pullups. But, guess what? IT WORKED. We ARE GOOD PARENTS. She wears her Dora panties and loves it and doesn't pee anywhere, not even at night! Whatwhat!! :)

Aaaaaaaaand I had a dream that I was flashmobbed to a Michael Jackson song for my birthday. It was ridiculously awesome. (hint hint J).

moonwalkers,roundup!-Demi

Almost done...

2011-05-11T12:04:00.000-04:00

3 more days. 3 MORE DAYS. Asylum. I don't really have the energy to give you a pretty picture to display my feelings right now. All I know is that I had Verticle Plyo today and I sharted. That's how hard I pushed. Pun intended.

I'm going to take a shower, and do absolutely nothing for the rest of the day, but eat and tell my kids to do everything for me. I'm that kind of mom. Whatever. All I know is I had it aLOT harder when I was 9 years old. I even tell my 3 year old to throw away stuff for me, get things for me, etc. And she LOVES to do it. My 9 year old...notsomuch. If I even have to scratch my butt today-Alana is going to do it.

3 MORE DAYS! And then "Relief" week comes-HOORAY! Plus-I GET MY "I'M DONE WITH THIS HELL" TSHIRT. (ok it's not really called that but it should be). I'm all about the free sh*t.

Demi

Poop, periods, and balls

2011-05-11T08:25:00.000-04:00

I've come to the conclusion that the following is all you want to read about on this blog. When I do write about them-you guys go apesh*t. Freaks.

1) Poop. I'm a big fan of it. If I don't go at least 4.5 times a day, I know there is something wrong. Like, "Oh no, I might have to take that little blue pill that makes me poo for 3 hours straight tomorrow morning." Gotta say-since starting Shakeology though, I haven't had to take the demon blue pill. I never get bloated with POO and I POO at least 4.5 times a day, sometimes more. It's fabulous. Remember when Dr. Oz talked about how your poo should come out in the shape of an "S", like all the time? Mine is like that all the time! HOLLA! I am the POO QUEEN. (You know you look at it when you are done-if you say you don't, you lie). Get your poop magic HERE. Just remember to get it on Home Direct to save $15/month in shipping.

2)Periods. OK, this is not one of "my favorite things" as Oprah would say. But I feel if I talk about it sometimes, I get comraderie from my sistahs out there who feel my pain. Oh and you'll hear about my menstrual happenings probably every 30 days like clockwork on this blog. Sorry dudes. BLOOD COMES OUT OF VAGINAS EVERY MONTH (usually). Deal with it.

3) BALLS. I'm talking about SHAKEOLOGY balls you sickos. Not schwetty balls, not hairy balls, not salty balls (vom), or anything similar. Take Shakeology, PB2 (fat free peanut butter, sent from God himself), some honey (optional), and almond milk until it's all fudgy. Roll BALLS in shredded coconut. Chill in fridge. Delicious chocolatey magic. In ball formation.

Ok, did I cover all of your twisted blog desires? I'll probably lose like 10 followers with this one.

I'll blog later with something more appropriate. Maybe.

Demi

You know, I really don't care.

2011-05-10T14:17:00.002-04:00

I don't care if this blog doesn't inspire you to get fitter-or if my blog title offends you. If you would like to remain unfit, unhappy, and unhealthy-that's on you my friend. It's not about being "skinny." How about some low cholesterol levels and healthy blood pressure. The ability to walk up stairs without gasping for air? Doesn't that sound appealing? Anyway, That's all I gotta say about that.
But hey..this can be YOU one day!

So, I have 3 days left of my first round of Asylum. I CAN'T BELIEVE IT. Today was the MOTHA of all workouts-Game Day with added Overtime <--PURE CRAZY. I HATE speed skating, and I HATE mountain climbing. 2 of my newfound personal discoveries. But, I burned over 1500 motha effing cals with this monstrosity, so I feel good about that mentally-but physically...yeah I'm just a WEE BIT SORE. I am upping my calories a little today. The more you burn, the hungrier you are-and I HATE being hungry. One thing I've learned throughout the years of my fitness journey is listening to my body. When I need to eat more-I don't eat garbage. I eat healthy, to where I FEEL good about my day. I'm a mom-and I can't be laid out on the sofa agonizing in pain. So, food and the occasional motrin helps. ALOT. I will be partaking in a recovery week, then we'll see what's next! Verticle plyo is tomorrow-I hope and praypraypray that I do good this time around. I'm watching Dancing with the Stars on my DVR so you can see I'm pretty busy right now, squeezing in some TV before the fam gets home. What? YEAH I WATCH TV. Judge away.

***UPDATE*** As I am watching Dancing with the Stars, one of the contestants that plays for the Stealers (football)-compares the jive to a "P90X WORKOUT, AND THAT HE USES IT IN THE OFF SEASON TO STAY IN SHAPE."
WHATWHAT??!!!! yeah baby!!!

Demi

Stress/Goals/REWARD

2011-05-09T10:24:00.000-04:00

As a competitive person by nature-I strive to be the best. You know what happens when you do this though-you FAIL. Now these failures would never make themselves so noticeable in a "normal" person (that-I am NOT), but for me-it's a big fat sign that says, "YOU ARE A FAILURE." I am learning to deal with this-but for me it sometimes takes somewhat drastic steps. Just recently I "unplugged" for a bit (oh, big deal right-well for me it IS), and the reward was wonderful. I had a chance to clear my head-really look at what is important in my life-and recommit to what makes my life great. By reading alot of my posts on this blog, you probably think, "Damn, this chick has her crap together." I want to clarify, that NO I DO NOT. I struggle and stress the F out just as much as everyone else. The people who put themselves out there as these perfect individuals, are usually the most screwed up ones. And I don't mean that in a negative light-I mean that in a TOTALLY NORMAL light. God says we are "FEARFULLY AND WONDERFULLY MADE." And that, too, includes our struggles. The point is, is that we are made to be WONDERFUL. Anything that holds us back are just little things I like to call 'doubt,' 'worry,' and 'stress.' Market disrupters-if you will. The market being you. We are also made "Fearfully." So those little interruptors and temptations in our lives should be absolutely scared sh*tless if we handle it right. That's where we have to be strong. Strength comes with patience, grace, and boldness. Don't be afraid to step out of your box and show your true colors. It's who you are. Fear is not of the Lord at all. Fear is what can kill us, and we might never see what we were meant to do in this life. And that is an absolute tragedy. Go get the rewards you were meant to have. I know I am.

I hope that made sense because that was just verbal diarreah in my brain that came out of my fingers onto this computer screen and I wrote it in probably 1 minute while I was sitting on the toilet.

Happy Belated Mothers Day Mommas.
From the poop throne:
Demi

P.S. J got me 2 little birdies I've wanted forever (what?... I ADORE birds, call me wierd..and ask if I care). And the kids made me a cutie card for Mom's Day. Along with a day on the boat in Charleston! GREAT DAY IT WAS!!

DAY 20 OF ASYLUM DONE and mash potatoes

2011-05-04T11:21:00.000-04:00

I can see the light. 10 more days. 10 MORE DAYS. And I can send off my before/after pics and get my dang tshirt. BECAUSE THAT IS ALL I WANT-MY TSHIRT. Anyone that completes this should get a medal really-this is just mayham. I had Game Day and Overtime yesterday (see previous post), and today-Verticle Plyo. What a fabulous follow up. I was soooo looking forward to this. (can you just HEAR my sarcasm). Whatever. I do what's on the schedule, no matter how painful. Well, not really painful-just EXHAUSTING. And that's one thing I wanna say-with Insanity-I know alot of peeps were getting knee injuries, back tweaks and all that (engage your core people!). With Asylum-I DON'T HAVE ANY PAIN, except plain EXHAUSTION, and the expected wretched soreness. Soreness does not equel pain, IMO. Pain is a pulled muscle, tendons breaking, bone breaking, that kind of thing. That's the only time I think anyone should take a rest day. If you are sore-suck it up-and do your scheduled workout. This is my accurate description of my soreness today, and I still did the workout, so you can too:

I don't even know what this means. But my body does feel "mashy." Hence mash potatoes.

I need to shower or lie in the tub for 2 hours. So, that's all I have for now. Bye.
Demi

Day 19-"IT" finally happened.

2011-05-03T13:24:00.001-04:00

GAME DAY. ASYLUM. *WITH* ADDITIONAL WORKOUT ADDED IN END: "OVERTIME."

baaaaarfffff!!!!

Ya'll..this workout was built and designed for crazy people. Of course this makes me a perfect candidate but like, OMG Shaun is just completely out of his mind, batsh*t crazy. FIRST OF ALL (and I'm saying this WAVING MY FINGER in your face, cocking my head side to side, MAJOR 'TUDE. just FYI)- GAME DAY is a beast in itself-OVERTIME is only 15 minutes-but it starts like a bat out of hell right from the first second. There is stuff in there I've never, NEVER seen in my life. IT WAS SOOOO HARD. OH and another thing-SHAUN LIES. In the last 2 minutes, he's all like; "This is the last move"...and I'm like "OH THANK YOU JESUS! I MADE IT!!!" Then he goes, "Nope, changed my mind, go to the PULL UP BAR." then, then, THEN-HE LIES AGAIN. "Go to your speed rope." And THEN finish with a bazillion pushups. WTH. A WORKOUT FILLED WITH LIES AND PURE LUNACY.

But-I loved it. How does that even happen? I know he is pushing me, for the better. I can't stay in a comfort zone forever. I have to keep pushing my own boundaries-and sometimes you need a bit of crazy for that to happen. Especially as I get older, I notice my stupid metabolism slowing a bit, but thanks to Shakeology and programs like this-I can speed that shiz up a bit and progress in my health and fitness as I get older. THANK YOU BEACHBODY. and Shaun. (<--that was said in a whisper shaun. I'm not quite sure I can thank you for anything right now. Give me time to sort it out. I'm sort of mad at you).I'm sore already. 11 more days of ~~hell~~
JOY. And I can say I am an Asylum Grad. If I live.-Demi

Today someone died. And it wasn't me from Jason's Bearnightbreathing

2011-05-02T12:31:00.000-04:00

I don't EVEN want to post a picture of this guy who died. Or even say his name. All I know is that this was a person who led the way towards hate and terrorism against the Unites States. I was in the Marines during this particular time, and when the towers went down in NYC-I was in Pennsylvania on recuiting duty. Yes, close to where one of the planes went down. I remember we had to immediately get out of uniform (just in case any more terrorism was going down-military is, of course, the number 1 target). And then we had to inspect all of our government vehicles for car bombs. Not your typical day at the office.Let's hope that this leads the way to taking down more terrorists, and terroristic activity.

Anyway, enough of that. Back to my daily beatdown-Asylum. Tomorrow is Day 19!! Which is the first time I will do GAME DAY (read: HELL DAY) WITH "OVERTIME" added in the end. Killme. I honestly canNOT imagine throwing in more supercrazy at the end of another supercrazy workout. I think this is where I might blow chunks. I am going to treat this stretch day today; or as like Shaun likes to call it: "Relief" Day as just that. Stretching, and complete recovery, with lots of good hydration (i.e. no alcohol), protein, and a nap somewhere thrown in.

In other news: Jason will be getting a nose job! Now-don't call me nuts for being celebratory in this matter-turns out Jason had a raging sinus infection that went unnoticed foreva..so now they are treating his infection before they can fix his deviated septum. And the Dr's said his septum is MAJOR deviated (result of a broken nose from wrestling in his teenage years). Which means very soon-I get to sleep normally again! YAY! Oh yeah, he will be able to sleep better too. Let's hope they give him LOTS of recovery drugs, because have you ever heard of the man cold? When Jason gets sick, it's like that. And you know what I mean. I can't imagine what it will be like for him recovering from a nose job. I'm not very "nurse-y" so hopefully the drugs will do the job for me. Don't judge.

NoseJobs Foreva!(and hopefully lots of vicodin for J)-Demi

Verticle Vom

2011-04-30T14:06:00.000-04:00

Nope it didn't happen. I didn't vomit, but I was scarily close to it. And after looking at this, I might now:

Do you think he's sexy? barf.

So, yesterday I didn't quite keep up with a "clean" eating day. Hey, it's summer practically in Charleston already. And that means boating, going to the pool and drinking alot of adult beverages. Hydration pretty much goes out the window. I'm working on that, but it's tough. I felt it today when I did Verticle Plyo. I'm getting more "used" to the workouts, and I see changes in my body only after 2 weeks. But, I know that they could be better if I cleaned things up a bit, diet wise. I work alot with the 80/20 rule-I eat clean 80% of the time, and 20%-I do whatever the heck I want. I save that 20 for things like birthday parties, pool parties, and boat days. And there's alot of that in the Summer. Hence my struggle. Well, we all have our vices-and that's mine! I find that coconut water helps a TON with hydration if I didn't do so good on a particular day, and also taking my BCAAS and L-Glutamine; pre and post workout. They are amino acids and aid in performance, repair, and recovery. I add that to my Results and Recovery drink post workout, and take more pre workout, in capsule form. It helps ALOT, and I'm not going to post why-because it's really science-y and I barely understand it myself-let alone try to explain it to the 2 people that read this blog. Also, a high fiber diet helps with just-everything...and not just pooping on the daily. I can give you good websites though to learn, and to purchase to improve your quality of life.

www.bodybuilding.com <--great articles to learn about EVERYTHING fitness related, and a store to buy supplements-such as L-Glutamine and BCAAS.

www.barndadnutrition.com <---FIBER. It's a different kind of fiber that's just better than the rest. Helps with weight management, controls hunger, and helps with keeping your cholesterol in check. They also have these KILLER biscotti fiber cookies-OH SO GOOD!

www.beachbodycoach.com/demibean <--Results and Recovery Drink. Great for hydration and awesome for post workout feel good vibes.

www.anglefoods.com <--Kurt Angle developed a food line that includes DELICIOUS healthy frozen pizzas that are high in fiber and protein. They make me smile times a million.

So you see there is a balance you need to find. I *think* I found mine. But it's ALWAYS a daily decision, and NOT always easy. Do you want to get fitter? Or Fatter? Or shorten your lifespan? Pass good lifestyle choices to your kids, family, and friends? Does that sound good to you? I hope so.

HAPPY BIRFDAY ISABEL GRACE. SHE'S 3!!!
Demi

TIRED/sore/PAIN and HAPPY BIRTHDAY ISABEL!

2011-04-30T06:08:00.000-04:00

I woke up at 4 AM PEOPLE. Why? Because I am in pain. Oh the brutality. Sore as hell from *Idontevenwannasaythenameanymore* you know what. I had the computer close by (btw that is not me pictured above, but a close comparison) so I decided to complain about it-to you. You're welcome. I have the jumpy workout today. WTH. This week is going to be wrong on so many levels so expect aLOT of craptastic whiney blogposts. I want my Shakeology soooooo bad but I cant even fathom walking downstairs for it. Maybe I'll do this instead:

Again-this is NOT me. But I'm totes jealous and wish I had it. Within arms reach.

In other news: MY BABY IS THREE YEARS OLD TODAY! Time REALLY does fly-and you know I used to HATE when people said that-because time doesn't really "fly" around. It just happens when your not doing anything. Or doing too much you forget that amazing crap is happening all around you. I prefer to be in the middle. Anyway-I went through 6 hours of natural birth with that little bugger-and I still remember the feeling of the ~~bowling ball~~precious baby ripping through my vag. Someone once told me that pushing a baby out actually "feels good." WTH. It does not feel good, and you poop on the table. Not fun. Especially for those in the room. But it was all worth it for my Isabel. Happy Birfday sweet thing. I will post updated pics of this angel for you later. When I'm more awake and able to move.

demi

I hate everything

2011-04-29T11:35:00.000-04:00

This is what I look and feel like saying to Shaun post Asylum workouts.

LIKE OMG. I talk alot about Asylum; 1) Because it's my blog and I can write what I want and 2) Asylum has consumed my life, mostly with total body soreness. I have to remind myself it's only 30 days. I just finished Day 15-which is Speed and Agility. This workout is a beast-but it's getting more "doable" (in a teensy tiny way) which means I push harder. OHHH CAN I TELL YOU SOMETHING SUPER DUPER EXCITING?!!! I can jumprope. Not just regular skip rope. SPEED ROPE. And I can FINALLY keep up with the warm up portion that includes the speedrope. And that's why I can compare myself to this guy now:

On *some* days (not really)

My speed is improving and so is my agility. But DEAR LORD IT IS SO HARD.
That's all I can think of to really explain this sheer ~~madness~~ awesomeness that is Asylum. I will buy some stars and stripes pants after all this and compete in the Olympics when I'm done. Believe that.

Gold Medalist~~yeahright~~-Demi

Skittles, vodka, and how rainbows taste

2011-04-28T20:19:00.002-04:00

I TASTED THE e$%#%#$%$ RAINBOW.

UUUUGGGGHHHHHHH. It's POST EASTER crapfest in this house-like our daughter goes to school and they send them with TONS AND TONS OF effing candy. Not bad candy either. THE GOOD STUFF. A little about me: As a child I basically bled sucrose, glucose, and dextrose. My favorite foods were snickers, skittles (duh), and Babyruth's (drools). I would do stupid crap like freeze my snickers bar and then pretend it was icecream and eat it for breakfest. Then for a snack I would eat an entire bag of skittles and mold it with my spit and make a giant saliva/skittle lollipop. And then eat it. AND THEN I would go to the penny grandma lady in our neighborhood (didn't everyone have those??) and buy craploads of candy with a bunch of coins that I stole from my ~~mom~~ brothers and sister. Myself and my cousins would sit for damn hours and eat nothing but CANDY. All. Day. LONG. SO YES, I LOVE CANDY. But do I eat it now? Not alot, like not really at all. I don't miss it. UNTIL. until....UNTIL Isabel brings me over a friggin' egg filled with glorious SKITTLES and gives me some. Let me tell you, it was a party in my mouth that was filled with rainbows and happiness, and my heart pretty much exploded. It was like falling in love all over again. PURE JOY. I tasted the rainbow. AND IT WAS GOOD. Although the way my kids are now, screaming and running rampant, I kind of wish I had this instead:

SKITTLE VODKA. Is your mind blown yet?

Either way-skittles are glorious. So is vodka.

poopskittles-Demi

I don't even know what day it is anymore. All I know is that this workout was HARD.

2011-04-27T12:41:00.001-04:00

Ok I lied. I just finished lucky number Day 13 in Insanity: The Asylum. The only reason I know that is because I have this dang huge wall calander staring me in the face as soon as I get up in the morning. It's like a date with the devil. Hey do you guys know what Selecttech dumbbells are? Well, we got a killer set with a stand and everything off of Craigslist for $200 bucks (love a deal) and I heart them with everything that I have. For those that do know a thing about them, you know that you can increase the weight by .5 lb's if you want. So, everytime I workout, I try to "fool" my body and increase weight by a half a pound. I mean, it's (my body) not going to notice that, it's just not. WRONG. I was spewing sweat from every pore of my body times a million more than any other workout I've done to date. EVER. J got sneaky on me and took this pic ON MY VERY LAST SET. And then told me to hold that pose. I was like, "ARE YOU KIDDING?!" I can barely hold these things in my hand, let alone have an impromptu photoshoot when I'm this spent. But, he did get a good pic. I think. I look like I may kill someone, but, that's just me in general. This program is no joke. I say that alot-but it's the friggin' truth.

That's all I got-Demi

I feel like you need a picture

2011-04-27T10:25:00.003-04:00

If you click on this pic you can maybe read the words. But you get the idea.
This is a snapshot that was taken (with a night camera), last night, and it pretty much depicts every night in this household. J has an appt with an ENT this week-so praypraypray they shave his septum off the innards of his nose so we can all sleep happy again. There are only so many benadryls I can take to bypass this crap for sleepy time again.

killme-Demi

Feeling GOOD.

2011-04-26T11:23:00.000-04:00

And I am not lying.

I see the light. Maybe.

I'm not going to talk about days anymore with Asylum. Unless I have a really crappy day, than I will. But guess what? I FEEL POSITIVE about this program now. I can feel my inner athlete starting to make an appearance, and that makes me feel good! I mean, I've done alot of fitness programs. I've run a full marathon. I was a Marine for crying out loud. The discipline in the Marines is a bit different, it's spanned out (for me) over 4 years. 4 years of daily little disciplines with some large doses of physical and mental toughness. But Asylum is just 30 days. 30 days of BRUTALITY. But the thing is; is that it's POSSIBLE. Yeah, the first week sucks..I mean, you question every sense of your physicality, really. But here I am on Day 12, and I KNOW I can do this. I'm so excited about how I'm going to feel on Day 30. I can't wait to see the transformation! Lord knows I can already feel it. Next time someone says it's impossible for you; it's SO NOT. There's a way to push through for everyone.

Enough with the sapfest. I have a DEAL going on right now and it expires soon. If you buy Shakeology on Home Direct through ME-I will send you a FREE SHAKEOLOGY CLEANSE so you don't have to dip into your own supply. I mean really, that IS a great deal, saving you $45 bucks. Kickstart your health, and save some cashmoneymoney. CLICK HERE to learn more about the product, or click on the HUGE banner above. I will be your free coach this way too. This is the BEST part of it all-really.

Athlete in the making-HOLLER!-Demi

GAME DAY

2011-04-25T12:08:00.003-04:00

I STILL feel this way. Workout has been done for almost an HOUR.

Game Day. I was really stoked about this one. In a strange way I thought it would be the perfect mixture of fun/brutality (which I love)..a nice break from the week of Asylum hell workouts. Well, it's not. It's the most HELLISH one. To give you an idea-you start out with a 1 MILE SPRINT. You go up hill. You go down hill. You then sprint to the finish. Only Shaun can figure out a way to simulate an uphill sprint on a flat floor. But he does. You then go through MULTIPLE SPORTS, including *wierd* ones like SPEED SKATING. That was one of the hardest ones for me. Talk about a burn and sucking the air out of the room. I dry heaved, but I managed to keep it down. There was mountain climbing (not on the floor, ON THE PULLUP BAR)-this is where I aquired MULTIPLE bruises on my legs. ~~Craziness~~ Control is the word of the day in this workout. I had none. I took ALOT of breaks. I'm managing to get my agility up to speed-but still-there is nothing that gets easier. EVER. I gave it all I had. There was nothing I had left to give at the end. My body just gave out and I barely made it to the shower. So as I ice my bruises from whacking my legs in the doorway during the mountain climber drills (don't even ask, it's like, a nightmare), I give this workout 5 out of 5 swimmer breast strokes. As far as my performance-I give it NEGATIVEabillion Daikler BBall jumps. It was so hard. My team lost. (Sorry, Team). But I made it. I will work hard this week so I can do better next time, team. Promise. (I have a team in my head that I play with every day, BTW.) Progress, progress, progress. If I'm alive and don't puke-it's progress and a success, dangit.

It's going to be a ~~lazy~~ productive day.-Demi

Easter, feeling crappy, and sleep. Wow. That's a great title.

2011-04-24T09:58:00.000-04:00

UUUGH. I am BEYOND SORE. I can't get out of bed..yet. I had Verticle Plyo yesterday, then we went boating and spent the day in the sun. Got burned on my butt (like, how DOES that even happen??), and I'm just friggin' tired. Boating wipes you out-on top of shananigans like asylum-well yeah, today I am feeling it. Today is just stretching. I'll feel accomplished if I can even get out of bed to do that.

In other, much more important news: IT'S EASTER! We celebrated with Easter baskets and talked about what Easter really is about. They did have candy though. Alana dove in, like head first into that basket of goodness. Isabel had her first M&M. At first she thought it was just regular candy. Then she bit in, and I could see it on her face; "My mind is blown. It's both a candy AND chocolate!" I feel you on that one sister.

Looking forward to when I can see this guy again-Demi

It's fun to take tampons with you on boats. (not really).

2011-04-23T10:15:00.001-04:00

Oh South Carolina, I love you. Thank you for getting warmer than everywhere else in the USA (usually). This makes me happy. I will be on a boat today (duh), and yeah so I just finished Verticle Plyo. Ouch. <--How's that for a run on sentence? Whatever. My fingers are still shaking from this beyatch of a workout. The thing with Asylum is that the more you do it-you become better. So you push harder. But then it's just as hard as the first time you did it. You still sweat and groan just as much. And cry and pee a little. So IT'S ALWAYS HARD. Do you understand this yet? Ok. Just making sure. I'm pretty much done with week 2. Crazy, no? I do have "Relief" tomorrow but that is just stretching, which I will fo' sho' need. I will post week 2 pics soon. I must consume food and try not to eat the entire house. J just went food shopping too. Shiot.

Thanks for reading this crapfest. -Demi

My uterus hates me.

2011-04-22T14:37:00.007-04:00

This is the face the period monsters make as they chew on your uterine lining. And they apparently chew 1 cent gum as they pass the time because they are having a BLAST.

So. Every month as a woman we get these things called periods. (I feel like I am giving a health class already). It's basically the universe saying, "What, you don't wanna have a baby every month for the rest of your life? DON'T YOU KNOW EVERYONE IS MEANT TO BE A DUGGAR. FINE. But--I will remind you of this. Every month. And I will throw in a dash of PAIINNNN and INCONVENIENCE your way. Oh-what? You don't like wearing diapers? FINE. Shove some cardboard up your vag."

But universe-I AM NOT HAVING ANY MORE BABIES! MY COPPER IUD BLOCKS ALL THINGS BABY!!

THIS.WILL.NEVER.BE.US.NEEEVVVVVEEERRRRRR!!! We are happy with our 2 girls, thankyouverymuch!!

"OH but still. Just for trying to outsmart me with copper-I will give you even heavier PERIODS just for payback. AND MORE PAIN."

Sincerely-Your monthly ~~bitch~~ "friend."

P.S. When I google image searched "period evilness" ... a picture of Taco Bell comes up. ????

Back to Da Core-Day 8

2011-04-22T11:34:00.003-04:00

This is the list I gave J today when he goes to the grocery store. I felt like I may need the ~~vodka~~ eggs for the protein so my muscles can repair after today's workout.

Day 8. Asylum. Back to Core (Title of workout). The first time I did this workout-I was still learning, and therefore not putting in my all. This time around-I felt good-I gave it EVERYTHING I had, and I was dripping sweat EVERYWHERE. Alana (my 9 year old) walked in at one point and just says "EW" and walks out. I thought I was going to be all "sprite" and throw in some "Overtime" today (apparently it's only 15 minutes for days you feel like you can put in more work-but it's pure hell. Was. Not. Needed.). One thing I do want to add is that I feel like my posture has already improved from this workout because of all the work that is done in your upper back area. Then the lower back work and the hamstrings-OMG-I finally "embraced" the burn and went for it until I couldn't go no more. When I was done-I felt great about what I had put in to this. I could not do another workout today, even if I wanted to. I feel like if you REALLY do put in all your efforts-mentally AND physically, there is NO WAY you could do another workout in the same day you do an Asylum workout.

Well I have a 2 year old breathing down my neck-so I must cut this short. Remember, it's Easter weekend-celebrate an EMPTY TOMB my friends-not a bunny!

I'mStillOnFireFromThisWorkout-Demi

www.demibean.com to set yourself on fire too. Why not?

I'm getting all bible-y on you today

2011-04-21T14:50:00.001-04:00

Someone piss you off today? Someone pissed me off, and this cat.

Angry people usually justify their anger, saying it's someone else's fault they are angry. Yet the Bible repeatedly warns us against giving in to anger when we are upset by other people's words or actions.

There is such a thing as righteous anger. And sometimes we need to talk about problems or deal with dangerous situations. (Even at these times, we must exercise self-control.) Yet most of the time, our anger is not righteous. As James wrote, "Man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires" (James 1:20).

When we give in to anger, we often focus on our own welfare, comfort or happiness. Instead, we should be primarily concerned about other people’s welfare and being a good witness for God.

God does not want us to simply react emotionally to others' actions. Instead, we should respond with wisdom and a gentle spirit.

...That said-it's ok to be angry. Anger is a natural emotion. We can control how we respond to anger though..whether your are responding to the one who made you apeshit crazy, or you are talking to someone else about how that person made you apeshit crazy. You shouldn't do that. I shouldn't do that. We aren't perfect. We mess up. But it's ok. It's how we handle ourselves that really makes a difference. Are you going to hold on to that anger, or are you going to let it go? I'll tell you what, staying angry at someone, or refusing to not change your attitude-is absolutely IGNORANT!! And not to mention-completely time consuming-emotionally and physically! Get on with your day, get over it, and get back to work-whatever it is that you do. Next time you are pissed off, do this:

OH HOW IT HELPS. I'm on Day 7 of Asylum BTW. It was "Strength" again. Boy-this workout WORKS YA. I upped my weights-but I payed for it! Tons more sweating and groaning and maybe a little pee in the pants. But I made it. And I may even say I like the workouts now?? Maybe. (Like when it's over).

Aaaaaand this picture just because its' soooo something I would do to scare the crap out of my kids:

Hornets-Demi

Super squirrel is coming to get you

2011-04-20T11:55:00.006-04:00

Between dry heaves-I felt like my super "S" was maybe making an appearance. In my back of throat vomit.

OK. So, I am on Day 6 of Asylum, which is "Speed and Agility." Now for me, this is my most challenging workout that I've done so far. This time was a BIT different. I sort of knew what was coming up, and I figured out that DANG JUMPROPE (except the jumprope move with switch the feet incorporated. Uhmm...NO.). Everything else-it's like my mind and feet are starting to CONNECT! The planets are beginning to align! The first time I did it, I might as well have given it to my 3 year old to do, because that's how much coordination I felt like I had. It was so bad. I *maybe* could video a little bit and show you snippets next time I do this one. I was able to push harder-which made me dry heave and cough ALOT-but no vomit, yet. Next time-who knows. This little squirrel monkey (me) will conquer the jumprope (in my wildest dreams) and the ladder (yeah right, who am I kidding). I am still laying on the floor in a pool of my own sweat typing this, which is so gross on so many levels, but I can't manage to get my butt off the floor. So it still (and always will be) is a beast of a workout. I give myself this time around....3 out of 5 double hopscotch ladder agility runs. Last week was probably a -100. So yeah, improvement? That's all that matters.

ifeellikeasuperwomensquirrel-watch out-Demi

It's my REST day and I can do what I want

2011-04-19T10:18:00.003-04:00

So, I'm pretty much a picture whore (in a good way) but I think nothing speaks the truth louder in your fitness progress than pictures. (And your diet-pics show everything!) So, for the first time ever on this blog, I am giving you before/after pics after only 1 WEEK OF DOING INSANITY: THE ASYLUM. Yeah. I already feel my body changing. It's just bananas. Again, blogger sucks in so many ways, so I don't know how these pics will align with the blogger universe. But I'm sure you can figure it out, if you are smart. P.S. CLICK on the pics if your eyeballs have a hard time seeing the pictures properly.

BEFORE. I just got over the swine flu and I look like BUTT. And my soon to be 3 year old says HI! BTW-TWIHARDS-Doncha think that Isabel (in picture) could have played Renessme?? I think so. She's pale, and she's sort of nuts, but she's mayja beautiful. And has BLUE eyes and light brown hair. WTH. I AM puertorican and thought my traits were dominent. She did come out of my vagina so I know she is mine. Sigh.

AFTER.I am not sucking in my stomach (a first-seriously-kids will make your skin your enemy forever). My arms are solid, and my butt is already lifted. PROOF:

I will be posting total inches lost at the end of the 30 days, but I will be posting weekly progress pics.

My baby should have been Renessme in Twilight-Demi

Verticle Plyo

2011-04-18T11:51:00.002-04:00

Or a better title would be "Welcome to Crazy Town."

This is how I felt today during todays workout. ~~Roadkill.~~
Graceful.

Anywho-Shaun. Me and you might have problems if I ever see you. Or I might just give you a hug. Probably the latter, but I *may* punch you in the kidneys during that hug. WTH. Verticle PLYO??! How about "Verticle HELL." or "Imma look like a moron plyo." UUUUGGGH. God I pray this gets easier. I swear, regular power jumps and tuck jumps look like childs play to me right now. Imagine doing all that-but with BANDS wrapped around your wrists and ankles. While trying to be agile on a ladder. Then doing ACTIVE REST-but not really. Active rest to Shaun means speedroping on ONE leg, and then switching, and then doing speedrope but landing in a SQUAT, then speedroping with high knees at double time. F. Granted, it was a shorter workout, I think. I could be wrong. I'm wrong about alot of stuff. But at the end I was just like, "Did that really just happen?" WHY OH WHY do I do this to myself. Oh, right. Because I'm an idiot. I didn't throw up (almost did) so I consider that a success in a way. Now listen to me-if you haven't done Insanity and something else like P90X, you do NOT need to even THINK about doing Asylum. You will get your arse handed to you in the first workout-well really in the fit test alone. And don't be an idiot and do doubles while on the Asylum schedule. There is a reason it's only a 30 day program. You can't do a schedule like this for any longer than that. And if you do, you might as well say good bye to your knees. It WILL catch up with you. TAKE THE REST DAY. Tomorrow is my rest day (WOOOHOOO!!!) and I am doing just that, ~~beingaslazyaspossible~~ RESTING. All in all, I still love this program. This is BEYOND pushing passed physical limitations for me, which I think I needed. Discomfort and all that comes with that is something that should be embraced-because that's where change comes into play! Physically and mentally. Embrace the discomfort!

imightpeeinyourwheatiesshaunt-Demi

Day 3 of INSANITY: THE ASYLUM; "Back to Core"

2011-04-17T10:38:00.001-04:00

There are no words. Buuuut this guy pretty much sums it up.

First let me start with a quote from the workout, that Shaun says. "The work doesn't start until you are in PAIN." WTH?!

OK. So this workout was REALLY DIFFERENT. I was definitely sweating in the warm up and during some parts of the workout-but it wasn't your typical Shaun T sweatfest. It was a firefest of burning in places you never knew existed in your body. There are alot of pulses (Ohhh the pulses I hate you), static holds, balance crap (which I'm aweful at), and just things that don't really feel good at all. And I may have had to go to the bathroom immediately postworkout to takecareofbusinessifyouknowwhatImean. Who knows why?? Anway-so you see the title-and it has the word "Core" in it. Cool. I'm expecting some abdominal stuff but NO CRUNCHES BECAUSE WE ALL KNOW SHAUN AIN'T DOWN WITH THAT SHIZ. NO. NO. NO. It wasn't anything that I was expecting. We pretty much worked the back of our core. Wierd, right? I didn't even know you could do that. There was alot of butt work, and hamstring moves that mademewannadie. Yeah, you had to keep your core tight to even do the moves properly, but in no way was the "superficial" layer of our abs worked in a typical way. The reverse delts got a heck of a workout as well, which I loved because I always find that hard for me to do. OH and this is where you incoporate the green band. I don't even wanna think about it. I hated that thing. In a good way. What ever that means.

So. Each time I put an "X" over a day of the Asylum calander/schedule-I feel like I just delivered a baby or something. Like I accomplished a huge hurdle. But then I look at tomorrow's agenda. VERTICLE PLYO. Like, I thought all plyo was verticle? I also heard that it makes grown men cry for their mommies. Great. I'm sure it'll be tons o' fun. Barf.

I have lived another day. -Demi

Day 2; INSANITY: THE ASYLUM "STRENGTH"

2011-04-16T11:36:00.004-04:00

I felt this way many times during this workout today. The guy on the right.

WOW.
That was just....uhm...CRAZY. It was a different crazy from Day 1-this was definitely intense on a whole new level. There was cardio, sweat, and just pure STRENGTH (perfect title, obviously). He said it best when he mentioned at the end of the workout; "If it was up to your physical body to press play and do this workout today-it probably would have said no. (MINE SURE DID). "But you pressed play anyway-that's where it's all mental." And I thought that "Wow, he is SO right on so many levels." Not just with with working out, but with life. We do things when we don't "feel" like it, because we know in the end there is a method to the madness. We will appreciate the sheer GRIT that that is needed to get through the workout. You need that same GRIT to get through certain life issues as well.

So as far as the workout itself in deeper detail: Shaun likes to do alot of progressions. You start with one set doing 1 move followed by 1 move of something else, a bazillion times. Then the second time around, you do 2, then 3, then a hundred. Well maybe not that many but you get the point. There are moves that are just like WHOA and you really can't believe you are doing it. But he has a way of getting you through! He is also alot more aggressive-there really is no nice guy in here. When you press play, expect to WORK, there are no points to laugh and joke around. You just better have that water bottle near by so when he says get some water you can shove some in your face and pray some gets in your throat. Because he gives you maybe .2 seconds to do it. My arms are pure jello, my core still feels like someone took a hammer to it, and my butt hurts. And not like, "oooh I love being sore"...NO. no. NO. It's like dayum! It hurts to sit, walk, and lay down. I'm dreading taking a shower because that means I have to stand. Ugh. Anyway-I'm still glad I'm doing it, even though it's only Day 2. I will finish this program! Even if I complain every day. Deal with it.

I might not shower for 30 days-Demi

PAIN

2011-04-16T09:17:00.000-04:00

I hope you do empathy bear. I hope you do.

Before I wake up, I have this horrid dream that someone beat the crap out of me. For real. Then I wake up. I still feel like I was thrown off a cliff and then beat up. No, it's just me being SORE. But it's past the point of even being sore. It's total body agonizing PAIN. I think my hair follicles may cramp up at any given moment. My toes even hurt. Not to mention legs and core! Todays workout is "Strength." Which will probably leave me not so strong. At least not today anyway. Let the muscle fiber tearing commence. I will blog post workout. If my fingers are even capable.

sucker punched-Demi

DAY 1: SPEED AND AGILITY from INSANITY: THE ASYLUM

2011-04-15T10:50:00.003-04:00

This is probably the face I was making about 2 seconds into the warm up. *No exaggeration*

So. This workout is BANANAS. Death is probably easier. In the warm up alone, I had to stop multiple times to catch my breath, and I have multiple lashings on my ankles from the jumprope. Yes, you have to speed rope. Alot. Criss cross speed rope, high knees speed rope, speed rope while switching/crossing your feet back and forth. OMG. Then comes the ladder. Or as I like to call it-THE DEVIL. I can't even explain how I felt VERY uncoordinated throughout the whole thing. Some things I was *ok* at-but mostly-I sucked at everything. OH but I did burn 914 calories in 46 minutes. Which is great-but the whole time I was like, "ARE YOU SERIOUS?! WE'RE DOING WHAAAT? OMG THIS IS SOOOO HARD! YOU ARE CRAAAAZY!" (This is exactly what I was yelling throughout the entire thing and J can attest to this).

So besides all that-I loved it. I love a new challenge-AND THIS IS DEFINITELY A FRIGGIN' CHALLENGE. Lord Almighty-I just hope I get better at it. I give it 5 stars of crazy. (A good crazy). Now go get yours so we can complain together.

I'm not agile nor do I have speed apparently-Demi

So.So.So. SOAR!

2011-04-15T08:10:00.000-04:00

Words. I need to find the words that describe the soreness in my body from just doing the FIT TEST that is only 25 minutes long from INSANITY: THE ASYLUM. Granted; I did do an hour of cardio earlier in the day...but DANG. I'm skeered for today's workout! A little more about the workout program itself: It comes with a nutrition guide which is VERY doable and looks yum to me. It also comes with an agility ladder (which I have never worked with, and uhm..not very good at doing "drills" with it). And a jump rope. You think it would be like grade school jumping rope, no it is not. It's a speed rope, and he has you doing that shiz for a long period of time, and FAST. Power jumps from Insanity now seem like skips in the park compared to the jumps in this program that I've seen and done. It incororates speed, agility, and all kinds of other crap to help you excel in every sport ever created by man. Like the stuff pro athletes do. OY. Ok I'm barely awake now, so I'm going to leave this blog post at that. I need to get my mindset right so I can do this workout. Yikes.

soar demz.

My Total Fitness Transformation-Fun Vid to see where I started, and how I've progressed. Still and always will be a progression!

2011-04-14T09:40:00.001-04:00

go forth and do the same!

Perfection. Is it too much to ask for?

2011-04-14T09:21:00.001-04:00

*Prenote-NEVER google image search "perfection." You will end up with gems like the above and uhmmm...some other stuff that may burn your retinas.*

Anyway-every day-we wake up, and for the most part, we are determined to have a great day. We have hopes of being productive, good work put in, make some cash money, have a good hair day..ya know, that kind of thing. I always, ALWAYS dream about the workout I'm going to do right before I wake up. Wierd, no? It's my quest to have the perfect body (for me). How vein is that? I want to be the healthiest, most ripped female specimen out there. Not like steroid ripped-but just muscular and feminine. And I know that shiz can disappear right quick if you don't put in your workouts and healthy eating in on the daily. The mental thought process of any athlete, fitness competitor, model, etc....I find we all think very alike. It's a blessing, but also a bit of a curse. I mean, this is my LIVING-I am a fitness coach that HAS to lead by example! Sometimes it can get squirrly. I mean, we all have our days when we don't feel like doing shit. But we have to, we press forward, press PLAY, and do the thing. And I never regret it afterwards. It makes me a better mom, better wifey, and a better friend. It's my daily coffee. And I don't even drink coffee. But you know how batshit crazy coffee drinkers get when they don't have their morning cup of jo? THAT'S how I am if I don't work out and have a day of healthy eating. When I have a good solid month of clean eating and strong workouts-I feel like I can conquer the world. There really is no better feeling than that.

sometimes vein and superficial, but not always-Demi

The CRAZIEST WORKOUT SERIES that I of course will do.

2011-04-13T14:03:00.005-04:00

As soon as FEDEX delivers the goods. INSANITY: THE ASYLUM. It's a 30 day program that is designed by a crazy person (Shaun T)-who I adore BTW-but still, he IS crazy. It's not meant to be "mastered," it's meant to be "survived." Pretty scary shit if you ask me. Hey and guess what else-it's only available through coaches! Which means you have to click HERE
to get it. Just click on "shop" once you click on that. And we can go through the crazy shananigans together. If we live.

I feel like I need to reiterate what I do

2011-04-13T11:37:00.004-04:00

Since it's been so damn long. Anywho-I am a Beachbody Fitness Consultant/Coach. As you can see-there are banners and advertisements all around this blog of wonder and amazement. If you click on any of them-it will take you to my coach page and once a product is purchased-I am automatically assigned your free coach! How awesome is that? I'll tell you..it's pretty friggin awesome. I have done every program-I have taken the supplements (HOLLA--SHAKEOLOGY-BEST THING EVERR)-I mean-do you like to poop on the daily? Multiple times? This will help you do that. Among other things. Click HERE to find out more amazing factoids. Anyway, back to the point of this post. I am not a trainer, but rather a motivator, informational point of interest, accountability partner-all that jazz. Accountability is EVERYTHING! You need someone to support you and help you through the ups and downs of your health transformation. Let's face it-this whole health and fitness thing isn't accomplished in 60 or 90 days. It's a LIFESTYLE change. I will help you surgically implant that in your brain. I'm serious-I watch alot of Greys Anatomy-so I know what I'm talking about.

Your health neurosurgeon-Demi

And a year has passed...

2011-04-13T09:14:00.011-04:00

So...how the heck are ya?? It's been almost a whole dang year since my last post-or more-I can't do math. So what's been going down with the Bean Fam since my last post? Well a whole lot actually. I'm going to just get right to it without the fancy wording (like I ever used fancy words anyway).

1) I am still a Beachbody Coach. Not just a regular one though. A STAR DIAMOND Beachbody Coach. Any job title with "star" and "diamond" in it-means one thing: WINNING.

2) I am actively progressing in my fitness modeling adventures. I swear my life is not normal. I say this alot to J. The wierdest shit happens around here. One day we are hanging around the house doing our normal 60 bazillion email responses and phonecalls-and the next minute I get a phone call saying that I am "America's Next Top Fitness Model" (NOT joking) and we're going to Columbus, Ohio THE NEXT DAY for an all expense paid super special trip to the Arnold Expo. AND, AND-I'm going to have a photoshoot done and have an editorial in Muscle and Body MAGAZINE. Hey do you know who Kurt Angle is? Well if you don't he's been in the WWE and now he does alot of other important stuff, and has been around the wrestling (like REAL wrestling too) alot. I had pics done with him as well which made my older brother have multiple convulsions when he saw that pic on facebook.

3) Me and J went through some crazy marriage stuff. Like, marriage is hard. And anyone who says it's easy-please come forth so I can punch you in the face. It's a daily "battle," but one worth fighting and the resulting WIN is always worth it. Love you J.

4) J works at home with me now. Suck it hard 9-5 jobs. No more for us! No offense to anyone that does that kind of thing (we both did it for the majority of our lives). But we make our living helping people get in shape. It's ridonkulous how rewarding this is-emotionally and financially. I almost feel like I'm in the mob. Which is awesome in itself. As always-if you want in on the health mafia-let me know in the comments.

And here are some pictures. Blogger is a pain in my ass so I have no idea where on this post they will show up. Who cares-they are here-somewhere. I'm going to try to post more, on the daily. No promises though. This blog is taking a new direction. No more sugar coating, it's coming to you straight from my brain, no filters. Which means it's going to be pure amazeballs, and probably really scary (for you).

P.S. I'm about to start the hardest workout program in all eternity and it gives me the heebie jeebies. Will post more after my initial fit test. EEk! OH and the chick in the BSN booth is Jennifer Nicole Lee. Fitness Model Badass.

I'm back-Demi

Discipline

2010-08-18T14:14:00.000-04:00

JOY

2010-05-28T10:21:00.003-04:00

If this doesn't SCREAM JOY to you, you must not have a pulse!

Isabel Grace, 2 years old. :)

Do these programs from Beachbody really work??

2010-05-26T21:48:00.005-04:00

AFTER
BEFORE
YOU TELL ME.

This is my mother, 62 years old. At 5"4, her beginning weight was 150'ish pounds, she now weighs 125 lbs-in 6 WEEKS! Using the amazing Debbie Sieber's Slim in 6 system, plus Shakeology-she created a new life for herself. She is full of confidence, loves her new life, and is now super healthy. I feel so blessed to see her so happy at this age! GO MOM! :)

-Demi

Some of my favorite pics from the Summit

2010-05-26T08:37:00.010-04:00

LOVE this man and all that he's done for me! Tony Horton! :)
Group gal shot with Tony!
Me and Mr. Insanity/HipHopAbs/Rockin Body-SHAUN T! Love him!
Like whoa, Shaun put me in the front row for his workout! It was SO hard!! BUT FUN!!
Me and my girls at the Super Workout! It whooped our booties!!
Brett Hoebel, creator of RevAbs! He'll show you how to get a six pack for sure! Such a SWEETHEART as well!!

Me and the CEO Carl D. himself! We had SO many pics done together, such a great, humble leader for Beachbody!
LOVE Chalene! TurboFire is coming out soon-let me know if you're interested! We had a taste of it at the Summit...and it was definitely on FIRE!!!
I'm still talking about this trip! Because it was THAT amazing! Registration is open for the 2011 Summit, so register ASAP! You don't want to miss a great opporunity if you are involved with Beachbody!

Chalene Johnson's How to Deal with Negative People

2010-05-26T08:30:00.000-04:00

She hits the nail on the head, as always. I admire this woman.

Blessings-Demi

2010 Team Beachbody Coach Summit

2010-05-24T14:38:00.001-04:00

I belong to an amazing company! :) You'll see yours truly along with some fabulous friends in this video recapturing the essence of what we do as Beachbody Coaches. CHANGE THE WOOOOORLD!!!

Updated Keratin Pic

2010-05-22T20:45:00.003-04:00

This pic is after I washed my hair, 72 hours after my Keratin Treatmeant. I am CRAZY HAPPY about it! My hair seriously feels like someone else's hair. I could make my hair curly if I wanted to easily, and I could also make it straight in minutes! My hair is healthier and softer than it EVER HAS BEEN. This picture was taken after I washed it, with NO styling product in it, and completely air dried. My hair before this treatment was completely normal puertorican hair-I had to put like 10 gels, lotions, and creams in it for it be manageable, layered with tons of hairspray! If I wanted to straighten it-FORGET IT, it was an hour project. Now, NO PRODUCT, and styling time SLASHED! Life changing for this hair happy puertorican! :)

My Keratin hair experience

2010-05-20T13:20:00.012-04:00

BEFORE,aka my jungle forest. :(
AFTER, hair HEAVEN. :)

So...recently I've had some sort of "midlife hair crisis." IF that even exists. I'm very impatient when I get these urges to do something different, so if I can't have it done to my hair like, 5 minutes ago, then I'll probably attempt it myself, whatever the consequences may be. Needless to say, I cause my personal hairdresser constant stress.

It started about 3 and a half weeks ago when I heard alot of internet raves about this Phyto hair relaxing system. I heard and saw great results, and that it was very gentle. I thought, "hey I live in crazy humid SC, why not?" Now hair relaxers scare me to do death. I had all my hair practically fall out hence why a sported a pixie cut for a short time. But everyone thought and said this would work. Besides it was from the beauty gods of Sephora themselves. They never go wrong.

I was WRONG and they were WRONG. After 1 MINUTE, YES 1 MINUTE, of being applied I saw the dreaded fried ends in one part of my head. I immediately washed it all out. Thank GOD I didn't do too much damage at all to my hair. It still had all it's integrity and I could do whatever with it, it just became really dry and frizzy. Nothing styling products or a flat iron couldn't fix.

THEN 3 weeks later I hear about this amazing salon treatment called the Keratin Complex smoothing treatment by Coppola from my hairdresser. She said it would be perfect for my hair, even after a semi-relaxer. She said all your hair is protein anyway, and this pretty much restores your damaged hair to it's glory days. It even takes away 90% of the frizz and smoothes it out greatly. It's very similar, but much BETTER than the Brazilian Blowout. You can even still wear your hair curly, but with no frizz (!!!), and if you decide that you want it straight, it cuts down blowdry and flat iron time from the average time being 40 min-1 hour, to about 10 minutes or less (!!!). I'm SOLD. But then she told me the price. $350!! ARRGH. I can't justify treating my hair to that steep of a treatment price. Super sads at this point.

So, I go back to the greatest resource in the world (the internet of course), and see if I could get it myself. I know all the hairdressers in the world are crapping their pants right now. But I found it, for ALOT cheaper. $160 bucks at folica.com. SWEET. Now I go into super learning mode. 1) You must have alot of time, like 4 hours time. 2) You MUST have a quality flat iron that heats to 450 degrees or else it will not work (already had that, score!). 3) You must preshampoo your hair with this special keratin clarifying shampoo, and you must use their regular keratin shampoo/condition for after the process. Minimal costs, but still cheaper than the salon. I scoured youtube and other salon sites, and found the actual videos that they use to train stylists on this method of hair smoothing. I did my homework! I read and watched a ton of stuff so I was fully prepared. I did the process yesterday, and the only downside is I can't sweat or get my hair wet for 3 days. So I plan to do light yoga to fight workout withdrawals! :)

The process involves you shampooing your hair 3 times with the clarifying shampoo. (no conditioner is used after this). Dry hair completely with blow dryer on medium setting until it resembles a jungle forest. Then section hair off and start at nape of neck, and start applying the smoothing solution, and combing it through with a fine tooth comb. Cover your head with a hair cap and let set for 20-30 minutes, and then dry again with blowdryer. Once completely dry (again), section off (again) and start flat ironing your hair, and go through each section 5-7 times, root to tip. This is the time consuming part, patience is KEY. Take your time. And it also burns the shiot out of your eyeballs (fumes I guess). Great hair is SO worth it though.

So now my hair is super smooth and straight, but I am in that 72 hour waiting period until I can wash it again. That's when I hear that basically rockets and super sparkles of hair awesomeness shoot out from the heavens. If it gets any better than it is now, I think I will pee my pants. So I am super EXCITED and happy with my results!

What's great about infusing Keratin into your hair, is that it makes your hair HEALTHIER. It is not a hair relaxer, and it wears off your whole head at the same time, so you don't do root touch ups. It wears off on average, 3-5 months. But then you just apply again, whole head, and your hair actually gets HEALTHIER. They say to think of your hair follicle as a strand with many holes. Those holes cause dryness, split ends, damage, etc. Keratin basically goes in there and fills in those holes and makes the hair shafts smooth as butta. The results are cumulative, the more you use it (and you can use it every 4-6 weeks if you want. My 8oz bottle costs me $160 bucks, but I still have half left, so hence another treatment in the future, yay!) the healthier and better your hair gets. Doesn't matter how damaged, colored, fried your hair is, keratin makes it all better. :) 2 thumbs up!!

I'm sure you can tell the before and the after pic from above! LOL

xoxo-Demi Bean

Come on strong hispanic genes, shine through!

2010-05-20T13:16:00.004-04:00

Seriously. LOOK at the mayja cuteness overload that is my husband and 1 of our daughters. Seriously, WAY TOO CUTE. I think I MAY see my nose and lips in there somewhere...and some olive tone...but yeah everything else is Jason for sure!

Killer At Large

2010-05-15T08:15:00.000-04:00

WOW.

This EXPLAINS IT ALL!

2010-05-15T07:32:00.004-04:00

Invest 25 minutes of your time and do yourself the absolute favor that has the potential to change your life and at the very least-open your eyes to the current facts in the United States.

-Demi Bean

Even the Dr's are weighing in!

2010-05-07T15:43:00.005-04:00

ON SHAKEOLOGY. If you're on the fence about this product, read the following testimonials and FACTS that doctors are saying about this amazing life changing product. It's not only for losing weight-but SO MUCH MORE. My own husband is lowering is cholesterol the natural way using Shakeology-and it's WORKING. My mother is using less medication now because of Shakeology. You can't deny the results, and you really can't put a price on it! There is no other product on the market that can compare...you can try to, but you won't get very far!

Get your SHAKE here! You can also read more about the product itself when you click on that link (in italics) and see what all the fuss is about.

IN HEALTH-DB

OUCH!

2010-04-28T08:26:00.002-04:00

Broken noses, fractured bones, smashed fingers, smooshed toes, bonked heads and banged knees — is there anything you guys haven't managed to injure while working out? In response to an msnbc.com story on bizarre gym injuries, readers sent in your own stories about falling off treadmills and dropping dumbbells on toes.

Turns out, even the pros fall prey to health club clumsiness.

"I teach classes and before each one, I tell the members about the 'Fall Out Zone,' to leave yourself room to fall without injury. One morning I did not follow my own advice. I fell, butt down on a weight," writes reader Mare, who lives in Dallas. "I finished the class smiling, walked calmly to the restroom and tossed my cookies. I have never been in such pain, nor has my rear ever been so many colors."

"Back in the '70s the gym had rollers that you would sit on or kneel next to. I was kneeling next to one and I put my head down to rest it on my arms, my hair was shoulder length....you can probably guess what happened next... my hair got wrapped around the rollers! I thought I was going to get my scalp ripped off. I was able to turn the machine off quick enough, but it took quite a while to unravel my hair from the machine!"
— Debbie, Omaha, Neb.

"I was at the gym and noticed that the White Sox game was playing on a TV above a treadmill. I walked up to the treadmill to see the score. Apparently, someone had left the treadmill on a runners pace and before I had a chance to realize this, the tip of my foot hit the running tread and I was flung forward (face-first) into the hard plastic and then was dragged back to the end of it. I ended up with a broken nose, a fat lip of Octomom proportions, several facial lacerations and two bruised knees."
— Lara T., Chicago

"Yes, many years ago I lost my footing on a treadmill and scraped my shin. I was an experienced gym-goer by that time. I had a long scab of several inches as a reminder for awhile. The most embarrassing was simply slipping on the stairs leading up to the workout floor — witnessed by many people — who always asked about me for the next several weeks — I had a large blue bruise on my entire right thigh as proof of my fall!"
— Anonymous

"I was working out one Sunday on the chest press machine. I had about 200 pounds on it and about the fifth rep the rubber hand grip slipped off the handle and the bar slammed into my biceps. Not fun at all."
— Robert Ort, Mystic, Conn.

"I have had one surgery on each knee to help secure my knee caps from dislocating. It only helped a little. During one training session I was doing BICEPS CURLS and I must have tried to re-adjust my footing and twisted awkwardly and dislocated my knee cap! Took almost 7 months to recover."
— Kyle, St. Paul, Minn.

"I didn't really have a weird injury, but MAN did it hurt! I was seated on a small bench doing dumbbell presses, with a 40 pound. dumbbell in each hand. On the last repetition of the set, I lost my balance, didn't let go of the dumbbell in time, and my right shoulder hyper-abducted as the dumbbell finally crashed to the floor. What came from my rotator cuff along the way sounded like a phone book being ripped. It still hasn't healed and that was several years ago."
— Charles Weaver, Albuquerque, N.M.

"I was stepping on the side of the treadmill and put my foot directly on the moving belt, I fell on my back and scraped my arm, thought I broke my finger. My pride was damaged more than anything."
— Elaine, Boston

"It really wasn't my fault. Someone left the treadmill running and I stepped on it and I flew off. *BAHAHA! TOTALLY YOUR FAULT GF!!*I had people ask me didn't I look to see that it was running. I told them you expect a treadmill to be turned on but not running. Whoever was last on it didn't make sure it stopped when they got off. So now I do look to see if an empty treadmill is running or not. *SMART OF YOU* That's my one and only accident ever on a piece of fitness equipment."
— Sharon, Lynnwood, Wash.

"In November of last year, I was on the stairmaster for the second time ever. I'm an experienced elliptical trainer and stationary cyclist. I was gabbing with the woman on the machine next to me and wasn't paying attention while I was trying to get off the machine. I mis-judged the steps and fell down hard. I thought it was just a sprain and sheepishly limped out of the gym. When I couldn't walk the next morning, I decided to get it x-rayed. I fractured my tibia!"
— Eileen, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.

"A few weeks ago while walking into the gym I was on my phone and when I was done I walking onto an empty treadmill but I was putting my phone on silence and didn't realize the treadmill had been left on so I stepped onto a running treadmill. What made it worse was that I didn't realize what was happening, thought I just tripped, so I tried to get up making it a lot worse. I had nasty strawberries on my right shin and knee, 4 strawberries on my left knee and my entire knee turned black and blue, the bottom of my left wrist was black and blue, the top of my right pinky and the side of my hand were burned and my entire pinky was black and blue. I thought I broke it. Needless to say, I am very careful about stepping onto a treadmill now."
— Christy Jensen, Springboro, Ohio

"I broke a toe falling off a treadmill. I've fallen reaching for the cap to my bottled water — fearful of causing the cap to trip someone else. I've hit myself with the Bowflex resistance bars. And today I slapped myself upside the head while putting on my Bose earphones and climbing a hill at the same time on my treadmill."
— Anonymous, Auburn, Calif.

"In 2006, returning to the gym after a spinal fusion, I broke my wrist on the elliptical machine! Bear in mind, I have been a 5 day a week gym goer for more than ten years, and before surgery the elliptical was my choice of cardio machine everyday! This time I obviously was not focused on what I was doing; I had a grip on the stationary handles and looked behind me at some distraction at which time my fingers sort of flared up and the handle caught them bending them backwards and in a sort of twisting motion, I instantly felt a crack and pretty intense pain and knew immediately that I had broken my wrist! I was gripping tightly with my thumb apparently and if I had released my grip I don't think the damage would have been so bad! I didn't even tell anyone till the next day and the manager was incredulous that it could happen; in fact, he got in touch with the manufacturer and they hadn't heard of it before! Or maybe they didn't want to admit it! It taught me one thing though, be aware of what you're doing and those elliptical handles are not as innocent looking as they appear — they pack some force behind them!"
— Anonymous, Sulphur, La.

"I was using resistance bands strapped to a pole in the gym. Somehow one of the bands came loose, snapped back, and twirled around my neck until it wound all the way up leaving me in disbelief and shame. There were two very attractive women standing near who tried not to laugh but eventually burst into laughter. Needles to say, now I work out at home." <--*SMART MAN*
— Jay, Auburn, Ala.

Source: MSNBC

**MY OWN FITNESS OUCH CONFESSION**
I was doing weighted squats with the Smith machine back in my gym days. I didn't really know how to use it right, and I was trying to figure out how to slip the bar back on the rack. When I finally realized that I had to rotate the bar forward, and then it would latch, I was already on the floor from tweaking my back. Couldn't get up. I somehow hobbled out to my truck outside, and then I REALLY couldn't move. Managed to get my phone and call my husband to get me, and he layed me out in the back seat. I had to pee really bad throughout all of this. I did pee. In the car. Poor husband.

In Health-Demi Bean

Because not every post can be roses

2010-04-27T09:21:00.004-04:00

***WARNING*** If you are a die hard Sex and The City Fan, you might want to go somewhere else.

So, here's something that is bothering me today. Call this my rant of the day. Fitness magazine has Kristin Davis on the cover. They say she has "Slammin' Abs". Call me crazy--but I don't see ANYTHING on her stomach besides being flat. Now, don't hate on me right away-I LOVE Kristin Davis-and I love Fitness Magazine. I think Kristin looks amazing! And I'm sure she works hard to be that way. BUT-and this is a big BUT--she shouldn't be on the cover of Fitness Magazine touting about her "slammin abs." I dont' even see a line, not even 1 ab muscle-NOTHING. It's just a bit disturbing to me that a magazine would rather put a celebrity who is "thin" on the cover and not a hardworking fitness model. And no, I'm not talking about myself. There are other celebrities that have "slammin abs" that could be featured on the cover. But really....THIS??!! I think Fitness Magazine could do better. Again-just my opinion-and please, I really don't want crazy Sex and the City followers coming to my house with pitch forks.

Love,
A Kristin Davis Fan, but also an abdominal fan, and also a Fitness magazine fan-Demi Bean

Myth of the Day for Women

2010-04-26T08:14:00.002-04:00

Myth: Lifting weights will make you look bulky

Fact: If you've been avoiding the free weights for fear of becoming the Incredible Hulk, no need to flee anymore. When it comes to increasing muscle size, testosterone is key. Men have 20 to 30 times the more testosterone than women, which is why they can bulk up so noticeably. But for you to reach Arnold Schwarzenegger proportions would require you to do far more weight-lifting than the average woman, plus have some sort of hormone imbalance (either genetic or synthetically induced, as with steroids).

In fact, "strength training will help you lose weight faster and keep it off in the long run," notes Jeffrey Janot, PhD, an assistant professor of exercise physiology at South Dakota State University in Brookings. If you also do cardio, it'll help you retain muscle as you drop fat, as well as prevent your metabolism from slowing. So don't focus all your efforts on the elliptical machine -- strength training will actually help you reach your ultimate goal and keep it for the long run.

*So don't worry about looking like the above pictured woman when you lift weights, gals. Unless you have a needle popping out of your arm-that disturbing result will not happen to you. ::Scaries when I look at that pic::*

In Health-Demi Bean

Charleston Fitness Expo-SMASHING SUCCESS!!

2010-04-24T15:22:00.004-04:00

We represented with my girls; Lindsay and Julie-both Beachbody coaches, and we are building our mark on Charleston with Team Beachbody! Samples galore were given out, and a wealth of fitness knowledge were being exchanged for hours (dream!!). In the words of Ice-Cube-"Today was a good day."

-Demi B.

Drink free booze, burn calories, AND play the slots??!

2010-04-24T15:10:00.005-04:00

*I don't think the following applies to this woman.*

I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOO IN.

Just kidding. Maybe :)

"It was a big hit at the recent World Gaming Congress and Exposition in Las Vegas, proving that exercise can be done anytime, anywhere.

The ''Pedal 'N Play'' cycle and the ''Money Mill'' treadmill allow gamblers to work more than just their right arm.

See, these exercise machines are hooked up to slot machines. In fact, the machines are wired to make it impossible to play unless you’re pedaling or walking.

The Flamingo Hilton in Kansas City, Mo., is among the first to feature the exercise/gambling machines, while other hotels are making plans to add them to their spas or create specific exercise areas within their casinos.

Recognizing that motivation is the key to any successful exercise program, slot machines and exercise machines appear to be a perfect match.

In fact, this may just be the beginning. Perhaps the future will witness the creation of exercise-powered televisions and computers as well."

HA. Good idea with great intentions, maybe-but not too sure it will make a difference when alcohol and slots are involved....we'll see!
Recourse: AceFitness Masters

Goals Goals and more Goals

2010-04-23T11:36:00.003-04:00

We NEED to have Goals. If you think you have reached the pinnacle of your fit self, make a new one. Make a resolution to eat only organic for 1 month. Try nix'ing out sodium for a couple weeks. Flush your system out by drinking 1 gallon of water each day. There are always improvements when it comes to healthy eating, so know that even if you look like AHnold Schwarzenager (pre GOHVENAH days) you might not be as healthy on the inside. Let's not forget about our family and friends! Passing the word of health and fitness is just as important. Consider these factoids:

USA Obesity Rates Reach Epidemic Proportions
58 Million Overweight; 40 Million Obese; 3 Million morbidly Obese
Eight out of 10 over 25's Overweight
78% of Americans not meeting basic activity level recommendations
25% completely Sedentary
76% increase in Type II diabetes in adults 30-40 yrs old since 1990

These could be your children. Your parents. Your cousins. Friends. People you love..whoever it is, needs to know if YOU know. Spread the news.

Yes, I am still Alive!!!

2010-04-22T14:22:00.008-04:00

So, Blogger World-it's been AWHILE!! I have been busy, but I NEED to fill you in on what's going on in this world of mine. I know you are dying to know (haha). So anywho-I am going to LA for the 2010 Coach Summit Event (so so so excited that i might pee myself right now), fitness modeling is taking off (fun FUN!!!), and so is the FABULOUS world of being a Beachbody Coach. If you aren't one yet, you NEED to be. <--*Click on "NEED"* If anything, just for the 25% discount you get off of all Beachbody products-including the supplements. Because let's face it-GNC bites it HARD, they triple mark up their prices and you have to drive there and talk to overweight sales associates who think they know everything about fitness. At least I've been trained and I AM a product of the product(s). We have a wonderfully growing team of Coaches, and I have to say there are just too many to put on my side bar now (it's a good thing, if you don't see yourself there, coach-you are still important to me and I still love you). God is Good! Marriage is good! Keep Positive people around you who build you UP, rather than bring you down, because who needs that anyways? I know I don't! And life has never been better. As the years go by, and I'm approaching 30 (!!!!) I realize that it just gets better and better with the more we learn how to treat people and who we let into our lives. The people we let in-these people influence you no matter what, even if it's bad ugly character..trust me it can rub off. And that's not good! Surround yourself with people that inspire you, who are smarter than you, who are older than you. There is wisdom in years. Unless they are a 50 year old prostitute. Then no, that's not a good idea to have them in your life. Priorities people! Keep em in check! FAITH-MARRIAGE-FAMILY-HOME-FRIENDS...see the trend? If you reverse that in any way you are playing with FIYAH and you might just screw yourself in the end. Don't screw yourself. So I would NEVER have a post without a picture(s)**see above**! Being in the infomercial has made a demand for autographs (!!) so I keep some of these handy. Please let me know if you want one. ALSOOOOOO....come to the Charleston Health Expo on April 24th!!! It's in the Riverfront Park in North Chucktown, and Beachbody WILL be represented for sure! We will have a table, free samples, and we can take pics together! There will even be a drawing for some cool fitness gear, ya don't wanna miss it!!

Smooch Smooch-Demi xoxo

P.S. FIT PROGRAMS DONE TO DATE:
P90X
P90X+
INSANITY (3 TIMES)
REVABS
TONY HORTON ONE ON ONES
BRAZIL BUTT LIFT

And now I still use INSANITY for all my cardio and other randoms for strength training as well as ab work. Still working hard-ALWAYS! Is there any other way to live??

Oh and here's the video for my 10K win!

2010-02-26T10:18:00.000-05:00

So someone calls me on the phone late at night and tells me I won $10,000?! Hmm, WHAT?!

2010-02-26T04:09:00.002-05:00

And I DID!!! That was Jason Diebold and Barbie Decker who called me late this evening while I was in between sleeping and hurling in the toilet (stomach flu). We almost had to go to the ER for dehydration, but I managed to keep down a glass of water so I felt better. As I tried to go back to sleep, I was like, "HOLY CRAP, did I really just win that money? Did I really win money for working out? Because that sounds like crazy talk. I really had to convince myself that I was worthy of winning this, and thus I can't sleep now because I'm just so AMPED! The day I signed up to be a Coach with Beachbody was the best day of my life. But I didn't really know what I was going to do with it. To be honest-I just signed up for the discount. I didn't really plan on trying to sell any product or recruit new coaches. I just wanted to be able to get cheap good supplements! So after a while of "piddling" with coaching, I had finished my first round of P90X. Lost 22 lbs, and countless inches. That's when I started to receive alot of compliments, and I was like, HOLD UP, I could be making money by helping people get in shape, right? So lo and behold, I dusted off my Compensation plan from Beachbody, and yes, I could! So I mentally made a note that I would give at least 1 hour a day to "my business." Then things started to happen, and I liked it. Alot. My reward was countless emails and phonecalls of people telling me how grateful they are for "me" for helping guide them in the right direction so they could get healthy and fit. It truly touched me then, and it still does! Then this crazy thing called "The Game Plan" came out. I tried it out. Then when I realized IT ACTUALLY WORKS....I tell my coaches that this is the backbone of successful coaching. It's simple, it works, and everyone wins and is happy. I think the most important point on there is "To be here a year from now." Last year, I wasn't really motivated, and I was thinking of saving my 14.99 a month and cancelling. But a little birdie in my ear told me to stick with it. And so I have, and BOY WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES. I am so excited to see what's in store next year with Beachbody and all the following years. I urge you to promise to be here a year from now. There are so many things that can happen in a year, it's crazy. When I started to get motivated, I set some goals. They were kind of nutso. I wanted to meet Tony Horton. He's incredible, why wouldn't you want to meet a man that created this crazy effective workout regimen. So we flew to California, stayed with great friends, and went to the infamous Sunday workout with him. He gave me a hug. He motivated me. He told me I could do all this crazy acrobatic stuff on bars and whatnot. With his help, I did. I was sore for a week, but I did it. I took the words "I can't" out of my vocabulary forever after that.
Then came QVC! I was honored to apart of that team and meeting some incredible people. I mean, I was on TV, this small town South Carolina girl goes on QVC not even a year into coaching with Beachbody. It was an amazing experience! Then comes the P90X infomercial. I'm still completely blown away by that. A complete honor! I started to hear that you could win money by working out, and submitting your success story. Say it ain't so! So I did, every month for about 4 months. I was finally picked in October, and I won a $1,000! I know that isn't alot, but it's alot for me! :) I had no idea at the time that I was eligible to win $10K after that, and I wasn't really confident that I would win..I mean there are all these amazing stories out there, and it kind of intimidated me. But lo and behold "people like me, they really do!" <--from a movie. Ha! I had tons of Facebook friends tell me they were voting for me left and right, and I felt so honored to have their vote, crying was a daily occurrence for me during the voting period. And now today....I am still in shock. I get to pay off some bills, maybe get a nice dress, put a nice chunk of money in savings, and put more $ into my business! As a stay at home mom, to have a part in paying bills makes me feel good..independent. And my husband couldn't be prouder. He's my chearleader in life, and I am so thankful I am married to him. Without him and his support, none of this would have happened. Thank you John Kopecky for introducing me to coaching, it was an unanswered prayer. Before Beachbody, I had never really found my purpose..I thought about being a trainer, opening up a gym, but they were just all ideas. All I really knew how to do was be a Marine. I knew what it felt like to work hard and be healthy, and that's all I really wanted. I also knew that I wanted to work with people. So when John introduces me and tells me all about Beachbody, and I initially get over the whole 25% off thing, and really take it seriously-that's when my life changed for the better. I could go on and on about all the benefits coaching has done for me, but it would probably take up an hour of your reading time! For now all I want to say is THANK YOU. To everyone that voted, to everyone at Beachbody-every single one of you completely rock and I thank you. :)

<3 Demi

Here is my video!!
That was Jason Diebold and Barbie Decker who called me late this evening while I was in between sleeping and hurling in the toilet (stomach flu). We almost had to go to the ER for dehydration, but I managed to keep down a glass of water so I felt better. As I tried to go back to sleep, I was like, "HOLY CRAP, did I really just win that money? Did I really win money for working out? Because that sounds like crazy talk. I really had to convince myself that I was worthy of winning this, and thus I can't sleep now because I'm just so AMPED! The day I signed up to be a Coach with Beachbody was the best day of my life. But I didn't really know what I was going to do with it. To be honest-I just signed up for the discount. I didn't really plan on trying to sell any product or recruit new coaches. I just wanted to be able to get cheap good supplements! So after a while of "piddling" with coaching, I had finished my first round of P90X. Lost 22 lbs, and countless inches. That's when I started to recieve alot of compliments, and I was like, HOLD UP, I could be making money by helping people get in shape, right? So lo and behold, I dusted off my Compensation plan from Beachbody, and yes, I could! So I mentally made a note that I would give at least 1 hour a day to "my business." Then things started to happen, and I liked it. Alot. My reward was countless emails and phonecalls of people telling me how greatful they are for "me" for helping guide them in the right direction so they could get healthy and fit. It truly touched me then, and it still does! Then this crazy thing called "The Game Plan" came out. I tried it out. Then when I realized IT ACTUALLY WORKS....I tell my coaches that this is the backbone of successful coaching. It's simple, it works, and everyone wins and is happy. I think the most important point on there is "To be here a year from now." Last year, I wasn't really motivated, and I was thinking of saving my 14.99 a month and cancelling. But a little birdie in my ear told me to stick with it. And so I have, and BOY WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES. I am so excited to see what's in store next year with Beachbody and all the following years. I urge you to promise to be here a year from now. There are so many things that can happen in a year, it's crazy. When I started to get motivated, I set some goals. They were kind of nutso. I wanted to meet Tony Horton. He's incredible, why wouldn't you want to meet a man that created this crazy effective workout regimen. So we flew to California, stayed with great friends, and went to the infamous Sunday workout with him. He gave me a hug. He motivated me. He told me I could do all this crazy acrobatic stuff on bars and whatnot. With his help, I did. I was sore for a week, but I did it. I took the words "I can't" out of my vocabulary forever after that.
Then came QVC! I was honored to apart of that team and meating some incredible people. I mean, I was on TV, this small town South Carolina girl goes on QVC not even a year into coaching with Beachbody. It was an amazing experience! Then comes the P90X infomercial. I'm still completely blown away by that. A complete honor! I started to hear that you could win money by working out, and submitting your success story. Say it ain't so! So I did, every month for about 4 months. I was finally picked in October, and I won a $1,000! I know that isn't alot, but it's alot for me! :) I had no idea at the time that I was eligible to win $10K after that, and I wasn't really confident that I would win..I mean there are all these amazing stories out there, and it kind of intimidated me. But lo and behold "people like me, they really do!" <--from a movie. Ha! I had tons of Facebook friends tell me they were voting for me left and right, and I felt so honored to have their vote, crying was a daily occurance for me during the voting period. And now today....I am still in shock. I get to pay off some bills, maybe get a nice dress, put a nice chunk of money in savings, and put more $ into my business! As a stay at home mom, to have a part in paying bills makes me feel good..independent. And my husband couldn't be prouder. He's my chearleader in life, and I am so thankful I am married to him. Without him and his support, none of this would have happened. Thank you John Kopecky for introducing me to coaching, it was an unanswered prayer. Before Beachbody, I had never really found my purpose..I thought about being a trainer, opening up a gym, but they were just all ideas. All I really knew how to do was be a Marine. I knew what it felt like to work hard and be healthy, and that's all I really wanted. I also knew that I wanted to work with people. So when John introduces me and tells me all about Beachbody, and I initially get over the whole 25% off thing, and really take it seriously-that's when my life changed for the better. I could go on and on about all the benefits coaching has done for me, but it would probably take up an hour of your reading time! For now all I want to say is THANK YOU. To everyone that voted, to everyone at Beachbody-every single one of you completely rock and I thank you. :)

<3 Demi

I would LOVE your vote!

2010-02-08T13:13:00.003-05:00

In October of 2009, I was blessed beyond belief by being chosen as a winner in the Million Dollar Body Game for Team Beachbody and won $1,000! Now for the Fall Quarter, voting has been opened and I'm up to possibly win ::gasp!:: $10,000! I would love it so much if I could have your vote, all you'd have to do is open a FREE Team Beachbody account if you are not already a member, and click on the "Connect" tab. Once there, click on the "Contest" tab, and then you will see a box on the right hand side that says "Fall Quarter Million Dollar Body Game" and click on the box below that says "vote". You will see me in the first line of finalists, in the 18-29 category. There is a box that says "Vote now" to vote for me. :) I would be completely honored if I earned your vote, because there are so many amazing stories out there! Best of luck to everyone!!

Here is my success story video:

Go to www.teambeachbody.com to open a free account so you can vote for me, or go to http://teambeachbody.com/connect/mdb-quarterly-vote if you are already a member and vote! Love to all!!

XOXO-Demi

My debut! :P

2010-01-16T21:50:00.003-05:00

My P90X infomercial debut! :)

If you haven't tried it yet....WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR??!! As you can see it clearly works!

Contact me for more info when you are ready to change your life.

www.beachbodycoach.com/demibean

-D

An invitation

2010-01-08T14:33:00.005-05:00

Are you thinking of becoming a coach with Team Beachbody? Would you like to secure your financial future? Do you want to get in the best shape of your life, and help others to get healthy? If you said yes to any of those questions, I urge you to invest 5 minutes of your time, and watch this video. This video, done by Beachbody's CEO, Carl Deikler, is WHY I am confident in this business and WHY I love what I do.

If you have made a decision, and would like more information, please go to my website at www.beachbodycoach.com/demibean and send me an email. Together, we will map out plans for success in your health and your finances.

In Health-Demi

Lots of news!

2009-12-29T12:52:00.006-05:00

I haven't blogged in forever. In truth, I just don't have that much time anymore. Things with Beachbody are picking up, for which I am SO thankful, and I love it! Everything is great, the kids are doing wonderful. Alana is doing GREAT in school, and Isabel has a full mouth of teeth already and knows how to use them! She only gives kisses when she feels like it, and you better be ready if it's you! But she only really kisses me, daddy, Alana, and my parents :). I'm also going to be on the new P90X infomercial, starting in 2010! ::SO EXCITED!:: It airs like, all the time, nationwide for at least a year or 2, so maybe you'll catch a sneak peak at my P90X transformation story on TV! I hope everyone is doing great and still pressing play. I've been pretty good with my diet during the holidays, I've had a couple glasses of champagne, and that's pretty much it. I purposely did a candida cleanse during the holidays to help me with the food aspect, as during a candida cleanse you can't have any sugar, alcohol, and other certain foods. It helped and I feel AMAZING! I will also be featured as a before/after pic on QVC January 2nd, 2am and 5pm Eastern, so check it out! Remember, getting through a tough program like P90X is much more successful and effective with a coach-so holler at your girl (me!) if you are interested in buying P90X. If you buy through QVC or other vendors, you don't get a coach...and really, where's the fun in that, especially when coaching services are FREE! :) So...As you can see from above...I'm on the cover of Oblique Magazine for January/Febuary, and I have an abdominal spread with a killer ab workout on the inside! AND--you can read and see the entire issue online if you don't live in Charleston. The website is www.oblique.sc :)

Be blessed!!

Demi

BRAZILIAN BUTT LIFT IS HERE!!

2009-12-10T12:40:00.004-05:00

And I'm not talkin' about the surgery! :P

This is a new Beachbody program priced at 59 bucks for a 3 month booty transformation!! Includes lotsa goodies too!! Already ordered mine-get yours TODAY!

Trainer to world-famous supermodels, Leandro Carvalho combines Brazilian dance, cardio, and his own signature lower-body sculpting moves to lift, firm, and shape your behind for a rear view you've only dreamed about.
Reduce, lift, and shape your booty
Leandro's proven TriAngle Training method works all three major muscles of the buttocks from multiple angles to reduce your hips and saddlebag area, slim your thighs, and lift your butt without bulking up your thighs. You can even customize the workout plan to turn your current shape into the one you've always wanted.

Enjoy all this . . .

5 Booty-blasting workouts

BUM BUM: Leandro's signature workout (named after the Brazilian slang for "butt" and pronounced "boom-boom") combines fat-blasting cardio with the best lower-body sculpting moves you've ever tried. (35 min.)
HIGH & TIGHT: Focus on all those stubborn trouble zones: the hips, glutes, and saddlebags. Leandro uses his secret weapons—the Booty Resistance Band and ankle weights—to lift your butt to new heights. (35 min.)
SCULPT: In this video, Leandro takes you through a total-body workout with a sexy Brazilian twist, to sculpt your entire body while focusing on your glutes. Look like a sexy supermodel—lean and toned, without the bulk. (50 min.)
CARDIO AXE: Feel like you're dancing in the streets of Brazil with Leandro's signature axe (pronounced "ah-shay"), a fat-burning, cardio-blasting, dance-based workout that delivers all-over slimming results fast. (30 min.)
TUMMY TUCK: Leandro's surefire way to get flat, sexy abs in just 15 minutes. (15 min.)

Tools to help you shape your booty

BOOTY MAKEOVER GUIDE
This booklet includes the Booty Blueprint to help you determine your current shape and the Booty Makeover Calendars customized to your particular shape so you know which workout program to follow to achieve your desired shape.

FAT-BURNING FOOD GUIDE
This easy-to-follow meal plan was created by a nutritionist and is filled with mouth-watering, Brazilian-inspired recipes that will help you slim down without sacrificing flavor.

BOOTY BASICS
In this introductory video, Leandro shares his TriAngle Training secret, signature moves, and tips on proper form to help you get the most out of the program.

TRIANGLE TRAINING WORKOUT CARDS
These cards contain step-by-step instructions on Leandro's signature moves. Take them with you to create your own workout-on-the-go.

MEASUREMENT TRACKER CARD AND TAPE MEASURE
Watch the inches melt away as your entire body transforms.

PENCIL
See if you pass the pencil test before you start the program. Test again every 30 days, and watch your butt lift.

Plus, added bonuses

6-DAY SUPERMODEL SLIMDOWN
Jumpstart your booty transformation with the same 6-day SlimDown plan used by Leandro's supermodel clients before a photo shoot.

BOOTY RESISTANCE BAND
This latex band, Leandro's secret weapon, gives an extra boost of lower-body resistance to sculpt those hard-to-reach areas. It will bring you even faster results.

BUM BUM RAPIDO
This extra bonus workout is the express version of Leandro's signature workout, "Bum Bum," for when you're short on time.

FREE ONLINE SUPPORT
Get free 24-hour access to the Team Beachbody® online community. Chat with fitness experts, access the message boards, and meet other Brazil Butt Lift workout buddies. You can even schedule your workouts in advance, and track your progress in the WOWY SuperGym®.

Leandro is so sure you'll love Brazil Butt Lift and your new and improved behind that he's giving you his 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not 100% satisfied for any reason, just return it within 30 days for a FULL refund of the purchase price less shipping and handling.

Consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.

You can only get this through your Beachbody coach!

www.beachbodycoach.com/demibean

Demi

Small Groups, and Growing up

2009-11-19T15:42:00.003-05:00

Are VITAL if you want to keep accountable and keep your faith 'tank' full. I have to admit though, I am not apart of one :( at the moment! But we are looking, and we are going on a marriage retreat in a couple weeks! woot! Can't wait! :)

I remember our last small group. It was good....up until a point. It started to be more of a social group, than Godly. It wasn't moving forward. We had some good groups, but unfortunately ugly gossip intruded and screwed everything up. I did have to cut out toxic "friends," but it was definitely for the better. Sometimes I feel sad about how things turned out, but I look at everything now...and it is so much better! My marriage is better. The friends I have now encourage me to live a more Godly and spiritual life. My whole family dynamic is drastically different--I know now that I'm not a "youngin'" anymore and I had to grow up. Growing up doesn't mean you have to get boring, it just means you have to prioritize your life and take action. If it's not making you better-it's making you worse. If those "friends" don't encourage your growth, than it's time to cut them out. When your momma said, "You are who you hang with" or something to that extent...she was right! I have 2 beautiful daughter's who look at me like I'm the best mother in the world. And when my friends come over, they rub off on my kids in such a great way. Being a mother changes things-but for me-it changed everything. My daughters, My husband..absolutely saved my life. So, if you find yourself stuck, if you find yourself with low self esteem, if you have people trying to feed negativity into your life....take a good look around you. It could be the friends you have in your life right now. We need to all have people in our lives that "build us up" always, and not tear us down. I hope and pray as mothers, as wives, that we all continue to GROW UP and prioritize our lives. Fun can always be had, but we don't have to always act like we are 18 years old. I've learned that, and continue to learn that. Learning never stops. We need to take action on our lives and force it to be better. We have one chance to make it right with God, we have one lifetime to live the life that we were meant to live. We have one life to make God smile. Let's make him smile today.

In Him and Health-Demi

It's a new day

2009-11-16T18:48:00.002-05:00

For me, for people around me. Things get better, day by day, minute by minute. I am thankful for so many things right now, and yet sometimes I, or people around me, get their heart broken. It breaks my heart to see them go through that, but I do believe there is hope at the end of the tunnel. I believe that if we stick through the hard times, that we will be greatly rewarded. Yet if something never changes, maybe it's time to move on. We only know that though if we try and we fight.

Great Marriage Article from MSN

2009-11-16T10:56:00.003-05:00

Every marriage has its ups and downs, but when you hit a really rough spot, where do you turn? Sure, there's couples counseling, but not every couple (and definitely, let's face it, not every guy) takes to it. In fact, just as every relationship is different, so is the recipe for fixing it.

When you've got a good thing going — even if your relationship isn't as solid right now as you know it can be — it's worth taking some risks to hold on to it. And for people ready to try anything, there are some awfully imaginative ideas out there. Here, what five real-life couples did to get back on the road to happily ever after.

"We lived apart for nine months."
Christine Miller, 33, and Jimmy Miller, 34; married 7 years;
Wesley Chapel, FL

Christine: Six years into our marriage, I realized Jimmy wasn't on board with the reality of our life — we had a 4-year-old daughter and responsibilities, and he was still acting like we were in our carefree 20s. His whole Peter Pan, playful attitude was partly why I fell in love with him, but now it was breaking my heart. I was a broken record asking him not to party so much, and Jimmy wouldn't participate in counseling. I felt like I'd tried everything. Finally, I told him I wanted a divorce. He went into panic mode, promising he would do anything to get me back. But I really thought it was too late.

Jimmy moved in with a friend and eventually got his own apartment.

In the months he was gone, though, I found myself missing his whimsical approach to life, the way he could make friends with everybody. Most of all, I just missed us. I started therapy and realized that by not being clear about what I really needed, I was actually supporting much of Jimmy's behavior. I began to wonder if he could refocus his priorities and, if we pitched in together on our relationship, whether we might be able to make it work.

Driving home one night, about nine months after Jimmy moved out, I was remembering the book Eat, Pray, Love, the part when the author, Elizabeth Gilbert, hit rock bottom and called out to God for help. I did the same thing. I said out loud, "What is the answer?" Right then my phone rang; it was Jimmy. That was my sign that it was time to give my marriage another go. I told him I wanted to try couples therapy.

I'd never fallen out of love with Jimmy, but our counseling sessions helped me respect him again as a partner. He really had changed during our time apart. He rarely goes out now, and when he does he's home by 10. And he sold his motorcycle to help us pay off some debt. Those changes made it clear that our family was finally his number-one priority.

Jimmy: Our marriage started to deteriorate because Christine and I just weren't on the same track. I wanted to stay out until 4 in the morning on my motorcycle. Christine wanted me around more for our family. She suggested counseling, but I didn't see the need. But when she told me she wanted a divorce, I was devastated.

I told her from Day One that I would do whatever it took to make our relationship work. I moved out and began therapy to find out what I needed to work on in myself. My priorities began to change. When I was living with Christine, all I wanted to do was party. When I was alone, I just wanted my family back. I realized they were more important to me than anything else. I kept waiting for Christine to give me another chance.

Nine months after we separated, she finally did. We went to counseling, I sold the bike, and we moved back in together. Now, a year later, we're both on the same page, happier than we've ever been, and we just had our second child.

"We took a tantric workshop."
Tamara Hutter, 35, and Stephen Hutter, 43; married 11 years;
Burlington, Ontario

Tamara: After nine years of marriage, my husband and I were on the brink of divorce. Stephen would lash out at me over the smallest things, and I wasn't much better. I was so tired of arguing. We felt that we had tried everything, including months of marriage counseling, but nothing was working. Our anniversary was coming up, and in one last surge of hope, I went online to try to find a gift for Stephen, something that might help our marriage survive as well. I came across the Tantric Sex Workshop by Pala Copeland and Al Link in Ottawa. The testimonials from other couples who'd attended sounded promising, and I thought that we didn't really have anything to lose by trying it.

The workshop was very quaint. It took place in Pala and Al's home on the beautiful Ottawa River. Over the three-day course, they taught us tantric sex techniques, and we had time to privately practice them. They also taught us to create our own space to make love in, by adding pictures, soft lighting, and sensual items. The ideas were simple, but they taught us new ways of expressing ourselves and appreciating each other.

Now when I am upset, I can tell Stephen that we need to talk and it won't blow up into a big argument. The workshop also taught us that sex isn't just sex — it's a very spiritual way of connecting, which makes it a thousand times more enjoyable for both of us, physically and emotionally.

Stephen: Tami had told me she wasn't happy and that we needed time apart. Counseling only seemed to worsen our problems; we were two strong-willed people who fought a lot, and in therapy all our anger would come out. When my wife came across Pala and Al's workshop and suggested it, I was intrigued.

When we got there, I was nervous, but after Al started talking, my butterflies disappeared. I'd always been the type of guy to get angry if my eggs were cooked wrong in a restaurant. Pala and Al made me realize that I need to accept the things I can't change and move on. They had us reexamine the way we looked at, talked to, and thought about each other.

The "heart talks" technique they taught us was key. If something's bothering me, I tell Tami I want to talk. She listens, without responding. Then within 24 hours she comes back with her response. The talks diffuse confrontation and we both feel understood. I love my wife more each day and could not imagine what would have happened to us without this workshop.

"He enrolled in husband boot camp."
Amy McDougald, 41, and Steve McDougald, 43, married 21 years;
Aurora, OH

Amy: For most of the 20 years I'd been married to Steve, he was like two different people: really nice or very short-tempered. I never knew who was coming home from work that day. He seemed to hate my family, his work, many of my friends — and, at times, me. In 2007, a few days before we were going on a cruise, we got into a big argument over something small. I tried to walk out of our bedroom. Steve blocked my way, and I was so scared that I locked myself in our bathroom, refusing to come out until he left. That's when I realized I was afraid of my husband — and there was no way I could go on a cruise with him.

I was about to separate from Steve for the third time in our marriage when he announced he was going to a Smart Marriages Conference in Denver. Frankly, I doubted that a short conference would make any difference. When he came home, though, I noticed an immediate change: He didn't yell, and he was very affectionate. When he mentioned that Dr. Steven Stosny, the program's founder, also offered a three-day-long boot camp, I thought he should definitely go. If one day did this much, what could three days do? The answer: a miracle. After boot camp, Steve was able to admit for the first time in 20 years the damage and pain he had caused, and he became willing to work on healing our marriage. It wasn't easy; it took a full year for me to feel sure that Steve's anger issues were no longer a part of our relationship. But it was worth it.

Today, we love spending time with each other, and we even teach a class at our church to help couples improve their marriages. We celebrated our renewed connection by finally taking that seven-day cruise, and this time, I was more than happy to be stuck with Steve in the middle of the ocean.

Steve: Amy and I used to fight about everything. Over the course of our marriage, I became increasingly demanding and raised my voice if I felt like I wasn't heard, which would cause Amy to shut down and get scared. When she canceled our cruise because she didn't want to be alone with me for seven days, it was a big wake-up call. I wasn't ready to give up on us, so I went online and literally went shopping for advice and professionals that could help us in a short amount of time. I came across a conference called Smart Marriages. I was looking for an experience that was different from our failed marriage counseling sessions.

The conference helped me accept that I had an anger problem, and while there, I discovered that Dr. Stosny offers a three-day boot camp specifically for men to learn how to handle anger. At the camp, I practiced responding to hurt feelings with compassion instead of anger. I basically trained my brain with a new choice — to protect my wife instead of responding in anger. Over time, Amy has grown to trust and feel safe with me because I've stopped raising my voice, and I try to meet her needs. She associates me with positive feelings instead of negative ones. It's absolutely worth doing, and I'm so glad I did.

"I installed a stripper pole."
Gloria NeSmith, 38, and Stephen NeSmith, 40; married 19 years;
Lithonia, GA

Gloria: After 18 years of marriage, I was bored and in a deep mommy slump; we have three kids, ages 16, 11, and 9. And, due to my low libido, sex had become an item on my to-do list. I'd been to see my doctor three times about it, but he couldn't find anything physically wrong. He said I needed to make a change in my life, that "fabric softener is not an aphrodisiac."

A friend of mine had started taking exotic-dance classes for fun and enjoyed them so much that she became a teacher. She's a married mom like me, and I figured it wouldn't hurt to try what seemed to be working so well for her. My first class was really hard! I was trying to keep up, wiping away sweat, and all the while thinking, How could this be sexy?! But I got into the idea of it and kept at it. Each week there was a theme — burlesque, '80s, bad girl, rocker — and I loved shopping for my costumes. I became more confident and excited about what I was doing, and it did wonders for my sex drive.

My husband now anticipates the nights I take class because he knows he's going to get to get "lucky". We even bought a pole for our bedroom so I can practice my moves for Stephen. By throwing on a wig or a fun costume and doing a sexy walk across the bedroom, I can go from housewife to hot in under 15 minutes.

Stephen: I love my wife, but after years of marriage, our relationship had become pretty stagnant. We're good communicators, but with three kids it's sometimes hard to actually make changes. There's no time! A few weeks after seeing her doctor about her low desire levels, my wife said she had a friend who taught pole dancing and that she wanted to try it. I told her to go for it, thinking that anything that might boost her self-esteem would be a good thing. When she came home from the very first class, there was something different — she had an extra bounce in her step.

Over the next few weeks, she became a totally different woman — energetic, confident. The classes brought a spark to our relationship, not just sexually but mentally and emotionally too. A lot of women get stressed out with kids, work, taking care of the house; pole dancing gave my wife something to look forward to, something that's just for her. I truly believe it's one of the main reasons our relationship is so good today.

--DB

JOY!

2009-11-15T19:24:00.001-05:00

I just had a great dinner with soon to be awesome friends that are so much like us, it's scary! I'm so excited about it!!!

Short and sweet-DB

Wow, lots of blog posts in one day!

2009-11-14T16:54:00.004-05:00

So, I just want to end it on a positive note. I think me and Jason have a fabulous marriage. Sometimes, thinks aren't the best. Sometimes though, things are rockin'! Have we seen multiple counselors and therapists? YES. I think they are vital if there are any problems. It's just like working out..you gotta work on your marriage too. Not that we are perfect, because we are far from it. But we DO try. And every year, it gets better! We are going to a marriage retreat in a couple weeks and I can't wait! We all know with what is all going on, the enemy will try to sneak up in vulnerable places that are very plenty right now. So we are going to SQUASH that in the head, and depend on the Lord for strength on everything. I thank God so much that He gave me a Godly husband who knows divorce is never an option. He is such a wonderful father too. He teaches me so much every day and let's me know when I'm doing wrong, and thankfully he also tells me when I'm doing a great job. ::Sigh:: I have a wonderful family.

Sometimes people do need to be surgically removed from your life, and it never is easy. But whether we know it or not, its for the better. I have my friends that I know will be there no matter what, and will come to me for anything, any advice, any problem. I thank God for them. They make me a better person. They tell me when I'm doing wrong, and I don't take offense to it. I do the same as well to them, and they don't stop being my friend. It's wonderful! But marriage always comes first, and my friends always understand that without a doubt.

Always in Love, Happiness, and Health, and especially HIM-Demi

Didn't sleep well last night

2009-11-14T09:20:00.003-05:00

So I plan on working out later in the day...after a nap! I can't bear trying to work out when tired, and Jason has all the kids out right now, so I have to take advantage of this precious time. Besides, it always makes me feel recharged and just BETTER. No matter what is going on, I feel like I can better manage things emotionally if I get a good sweat and the endorphins rolling. Hmmm, I think it's time for a Max Cardio Conditioning day-over 1000 calories burned in 55 minutes. Just one of 'dem days..(remember that song, by Monica? Ol' school R&B!)

Time to get "INSANE"...right after this nap! :)

DB

Charleston Fashion Week!!!

2009-11-12T13:37:00.007-05:00

So I just got the news that I was selected to come in and audition for Charleston Fashion Week!!! I'm SO excited! Now, this doesn't mean that I'm an "in" just yet, but I passed round 1 and my application and pictures got me through! It's a HUGE event, with celebrities and everything. Girls come from around the country to apply for a spot. Pray that I get it, how FUN would that be! And they even pick a winner to go to Vegas, and get signed by an agency. I have to "walk" in front of judges and everything for my audition! eek! Time to watch ANTM reruns!! Pray I get through! :)

Check out their site! Click HERE.

-In Him and Health

Demi Bean

PS-I would have NEVER gotten to this point, if it weren't for Beachbody and their amazing programs. SHOUT OUT to P90X, P90X+ and Insanity!! <3

I am in a "special place"

2009-11-10T15:58:00.004-05:00

And what I mean by that, is that it's both negative and postive.

Things are just crazy right now. I've been on QVC, I am a fulltime Beachbody Coach that is picking up alot of steam (wahoo!), I just won a $1,000 for getting healthy, and the family dynamic is great. Some things that I struggle with (and I'm just being transparent), is God time. The number one thing in life, THAT I NEED, that my heart CRAVES...I slack. Yup, I said it. Thankfully, our GOD is one of grace and mercy, and HE knows I'm not perfect (phew!) and I can "jump back" in the game when I get my sh*t together. Sorry for the vulgurness, but ya know, that's who I am. I used to be alot worse, and with God's help I'm SO much better! With Grace, Family, Friends, Love, <--not in any particular order..I am saved and forgiven by HIM. What a relief! So, if you have any ideas on how to better myself in that area-I'm all ears! I need help just like anybody! I do get God time during workouts-what I'm doing now is putting the workouts on mute (sorry Shaun T and Tony H!) and listening to my Ipod. And it's usually worship playing. And ALOT of praying goes on, especially during globe twists, LOL.

So anywho-I love my readers, and I think ya'll are awesome. I need to post more often, and right now my husband is giving me the "stink eye" for me to get off the computer because it's nearing 5pm when we "try" to go offline...he he. So until next time..Let's all focus on HIM, balance in our lives, and LOVE.

In HIM and Health-Demi

RADIO SHOW-TODAY 2PM CST, 3PM EASTERN!

2009-11-03T14:19:00.003-05:00

I will be on a radio show TODAY, "The Diva Toolbox: What's your bottom line." The live show will take place today, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 @ 2:00PM CST. :) To hear the show or ask any questions, call (724) 444-7444, Call ID #62616. Call in and ask me anything!♥

I will also be doing a special giveaway: The first 5 callers that place an order through my Beachbody website and order INSANITY or P90X will get a Tony Horton One on One workout disk from Volume 1! You HAVE to call in though and you HAVE to place your order today through my website during the show!
www.beachbodycoach.com/demibean

I'll be talking about my life, health, fitness, and how to be healthy from the inside out! :)

Be blessed!

Demi

I'm one of the October winners for the MDB Game!

2009-10-19T08:36:00.004-04:00

Which means I won $1,000 bucks, and now am eligible for the $10,000! All for doing a Beachbody program, taking before/after pics, and submitting my story! This is SO attainable for anybody! So...watch my "little" story below, (bigger story to come soon). :) :) :)

So it's been awhile...

2009-10-18T13:58:00.004-04:00

This might be a quick one, we'll see. But what I want to say is that I think I'm plateauing. I've finished INSANITY (with P90X, and I loved my results!), and I'm thinking of doing another round soon. I'm still doing sporadic Insanity workouts here and there, but I was planning on really focusing on my muscles, so I jumped back on the P90X+ bandwagon. Now, I'm not knocking the program, it truly is great. But--it just doesn't "do it" for me anymore. Though I can't do all the pullups without an assist--it's all..dare I say..pretty easy..to me. I know that might sound smug..but I feel like I'm truly challenged when I do Insanity AND P90X+ TOGETHER, again! I know it sounds like alot, but I feel truly good, and strong. I just need to really challenge myself, at least that's how I feel about myself. For everyone I know it is different, but for me..to have the proper amount of energy I need for parenting, friends, and especially my husband..I just keep refining my balance and try my hardest. I'll keep you guys posted on how it goes! XOXO

DB

P.S. If you become my Facebook buddy, me and a friend have started a group called "Saturday Fitness Beatdowns." HA! Don't let the name scare you...but basically every Saturday, someone picks a challenge, they must film it to prove themselves, and we see who does the best! We eventually will be giving out prizes, even some Beachbody products..so check it out! You could even just be a spectator! We had our first one yesterday, and it was doing "Pure Cardio" (which is a BEAST!) and seeing who took the least amount of personal breaks. My friend Rachel won it, she did awesome! So anywho-become a fan of the group, and either spectate or participate! :)

INSANITY Results!

2009-10-09T13:53:00.005-04:00

AFTER INSANITY...

BEFORE INSANITY...

This program was a beast! I didn't think that there would be a marked change...but it really did lean me out! I lost 10 lbs, core strength is amazing, and overall cardiovascular endurance is out of this world! I will still use it for my cardio days, but I will move to lifting more iron for a little while..we shall see! :)

Blessings! -Demi

What to do....

2009-10-07T10:25:00.003-04:00

So today I'm going to do Core Ball Sandwich from Tony Horton's One on One programs. This is the one workout that makes my core and abs sore for at least a week after doing it. It's really THAT TOUGH. And maybe I'll do the Max Recovery from Insanity afterwards to work on the muscularity in the leg and butt dep't. I remember talking to Tony during our QVC trip about the Core Ball Sandwich workout, and he told me he had been skiing for 8 hours straight before that workout because they had such good snow, and then he wrote it down on the hotel's notepad (the workout) 5 minutes prior to shooting with the director, Mason B. And, as it turns out, it's one of his favorite workouts!

If you haven't dug into the One on One's, I highly recommend them! This year it's all about Tony reaching his personal best, while we try to keep up, LOL. Makes for great goal setting though and intense workouts that are always fun! Of course-these are available only through a coach (as myself, or my husband-links on right!) or any other coach you may desire. :)

I hope you have a blessed day full of JOY! Start every day off with a good breakfast, good workout, and I DARE you to have a bad day! Endorphins are just THAT powerful! <3 LOVE and HUGS!!

Seriously...watch this. Ah-mazing.

2009-10-06T19:52:00.000-04:00

WOW

2009-10-01T18:03:00.001-04:00

QVC ROCKS MY SOCKS OFF...BUT!

2009-09-28T17:37:00.003-04:00

If you buy from QVC, you wouldn't get a coach to guide you through an arduos
physical fitness transformation. THAT SAID-the experience was thrilling for me.

I am back from an unbelievable weekend for me, I flew to Philadelphia, PA to shoot 3 shows for P90X with Tony Horton, Traci Morrow, Doug F., and Kit (Tony's sister.) on QVC. Can I just say I HAD A BLAST! It was a very internal thing for me, I kept everything locked up and didnt' want to go around like a crazy girl on crack. I know everybody else has done it a bunch and does not think it was super duper exciting (because they are rockstars and have done it a bunch! <3) , but for a first timer...IT WAS AWESOME! :)

I was SO nervous in my first show, but it really got easier after that. I LOVED to talk about what WORKS and I felt conviction when I spoke, and it felt GOOD. I met some AMAZING people, like Traci Morrow, Tony's sister, Kit, and Tony of course (I met him previously), and I felt like I was apart of an amazing team fighting the trend of obesity in America! What an AMAZING feeling! I love everyone over at QVC and I hope I get to see them soon. Mad props to Traci and Kit for showing me the ropes, and being SO KIND to me! You 2 are just special and wonderful. Tony..you know you have a great thing on your hands, we'll be back for 2010, and I can't wait to help Beachbody push it further for you. I feel so fortunate to have been on this itsy bitsy journey with ya'll and I'll never forget it, (because my daughter keeps talking about it every 2.45 seconds!). Can you say this with me?

"P90X=P-LIFETIME-X."

This is a journey that will last forever. Make it last.

In HIM and HEALTH-Demi Bean

MOTIVATION!!!

2009-09-25T20:34:00.003-04:00

Honestly-I get chills watching this. THIS is what it's all about. I started doing P90X and now I'm flying to Philadelphia, PA to be on QVC with Tony Horton himself. I BELIEVE in his product and I BELIEVE he created a wonderful way to get fit and healthy. Beachbody has programs for every level, every age, every person. There ain't no excuse. Which one excites you? If there is ANY that gives you the warm and tinglies, LET ME KNOW, and I will help YOU!

Watch QVC with me on Saturday night-ish, morning @ 1am. Then 3 and 7pm Eastern on Sunday! I'll be there with Tony sharing my story-dream come true! Goals WILL happen if you strive to be the best YOU can be. I love ya'll!!! Expect a BIG blog on Tuesday!! <3

In HIM and health!

DEMI XOXO