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Happy Fourth of July

Independence Day, or the Fourth of July, commemorates the day in 1776 when the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence. This historic document announced the 13 American colonies’ separation from Great Britain. It was drafted by Thomas Jefferson and established the United States of America. The push for […]

Happy Fourth of July

Build a Fuller, Stronger Butt With These Glute Exercises

You can build a fuller, stronger butt with these 11 glute exercises and not only look better, but perform better in your workouts, activities, and sports. Scroll down to read this BODi Blog post from Jenessa Connor If you want more power in your lower body or just want to […]

Build a Fuller, Stronger Butt With These Glute Exercises

Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel Fueled My Hike in the Rio Grande Valley

The reason that I use Performance Energize and Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel is that they work exceptionally well for me. Going back to 2010, when it was released, I started using E&E Energy and Endurance, which was part of the P90X line. It was later replaced with Performance Energize, which […]

Why I Use Performance Energize and Tailwind Nutrition

How Do BODi Subscriptions Compare

Both BODi subscriptions, Annual and Monthly, provide access to 225+ BODi programs. The BODi Trainer Subscriptions, on the other hand, only provide access to the trainer’s programs and workouts. The 10 Minute BODi subscription has over 400 10-minute workouts from various trainers and programs. The BODi Annual Subscription not only […]

How Do BODi Subscriptions Compare?

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Rio Grande River at the Edge of Sandia Pueblo Land

The Rio Grande River runs through the Rio Grande Valley in Albuquerque, creating the bosque, which is an outdoor lover’s playland. According to Google, “In English, ‘bosque’ translates to a forest, wood, or woodland. In the Southwestern United States, it specifically refers to a gallery forest—a distinct ribbon of trees […]

Rio Grande River Adventures

5 Non-Scale Victories

How to measure weight loss was always an issue when I was a personal trainer.  If you think that the only way to measure weight loss is to look at the number on a scale and compare it to yesterday, here are five other ways to consider from Sarah Wassner-Flynn. […]

5 Ways to Measure Weight Loss Without the Scale

P90X Generation Next

P90X Generation Next with Waz Ashayer is the new installment of P90X, the most extreme home fitness program ever created. I started P90X on March 25th, 2007, and then went on to P90X2, P90X3, and just about everything Tony Horton. This program carries on the proud tradition and is the […]

P90X Generation Next With Waz Ashayer

The P90X Supplements System

The P90X Supplement System features 5 fast-acting, science-backed products designed to power your goals and support your training. Each is formulated with unique P90X Factor™ ingredients to support your training. Every product is built to work in real time to help support your performance when timing matters most. Can I […]

The P90X Supplement System

Polar Vantage M3

The importance of smart fitness wearables in fitness, health, and longevity cannot be overestimated because of the feedback they provide. Even in 1986, when I got the Polar Vantage XL that I had read about in Runner’s World and The Runner, the importance of smart fitness wearables was well known. […]

The Importance of Smart Fitness Wearables

Walking Pad A1 Pro

The WalkingPad A1 Pro Foldable Under Desk Treadmill was voted one of the best foldable walking treadmills by Shape Magazine in 2026, and it is easy to understand why. Many people struggle to stay active because of bad weather, busy schedules, or jobs that require long hours sitting at a […]

WalkingPad A1 Pro Foldable Under Desk Treadmill

Weekend Warrior Yoga with Ted McDonald is for those of us who play hard and work out hard on weekends or any time of the week. This 30-minute class will help you build strength and increase flexibility so you can go out and play hard without getting injured. And, just […]

Weekend Warrior Yoga With Ted McDonald

My Dad Farming and How I Remember Him Best

My Father taught me about hard work and consistency. He taught me to show up every day and to put in a day’s work. As a dairy farmer, he had to work 7 days a week, 365 days a year. There were no days off or vacations, or even sick […]

What My Father Taught Me About Hard Work

Best BODi Programs for Weight Loss

The best BODi workout programs for weight loss have to be the programs that you will consistently do and finish. When you apply a filter in the BODi Library for “weight loss”, there are 30 programs listed. That means that there is bound to be a trainer, length, and workout […]

BODi Workout Programs for Weight Loss

21 Day Fix With Autumn Calabrese

21 Day Fix from Autumn Calabrese is one of the most popular and effective at-home workout programs of all time. But is it right for you? Scroll down to learn more about 21 Day Fix and see if it fits your unique fitness personality. Kickstart Your Fitness Journey: The Benefits […]

Is 21 Day Fix Right for You?

Benefits of Drinking Beachbody Performance Energize

The benefits of drinking Beachbody Performance Energize are primarily from the ingredients beta alanine and quercetin. Along with the caffeine from green tea and coffee bean extracts, this “power trio” makes having healthy ingredients one of the primary benefits of drinking Beachbody Performance Energize. I have been drinking Energize since […]

Benefits of Drinking Beachbody Performance Energize

Why I'm Still Coaching After 43 Years

People sometimes ask me why I’m still coaching after 43 years. The answer is simple. I still believe fitness can change lives. Over the years, I’ve seen countless trends come and go. New diets become popular. New workout programs appear. New fitness gadgets promise quick results. Yet the people who […]

Why I’m Still Coaching After 43 Years

30 Day Booty Boost with Chace Collett builds a lifted, round, and firm butt in 30 days with the Glute Activation Method. Activate, target, and strengthen your glutes so every rep delivers results without adding bulk to your legs. The program is available for free with either the BODi Annual […]

Save 45% On 30 Day Booty Boost

10 Minute Muscle Week 2 Biceps 2

I struggle with strength training because I am a runner, still pursuing running goals even though I am a coach who knows its importance and value. Admitting that I did my first 10 Minute Muscle workout in 45 days isn’t easy. I’m a coach who emphasizes the importance of strength […]

Why I Struggle With Strength Training

Coach Rich Dafter's 20-Minute Strength Training Plan

My 20-minute strength training plan is necessary for me to accomplish my running goals and extend my healthspan. I don’t like strength training, and that is not easy to admit, given I have been a Team Beachbody Coach for 19 years. As we do for so many things these days, […]

Coach Rich’s 20-Minute Strength Training Plan

An accountability partner can help you get in shape by providing motivation and inspiration to stay committed to your goals. Learn how in this post from the BODi Blog by Kara Wahlgren Chances are you already know what you need to do to get in shape: Eat right, sweat often, drink enough water, […]

An Accountability Partner Can Help You Get In Shape

Functional 5 Daily Mobility Cheat Sheet

Microdose fitness workouts are the ideal way to combat inflammaging – inflammation as we age and are less active. Scroll down to learn how to start microdosing your movement today, and secure a healthier, more vibrant tomorrow. Your future self will thank you. Microdose Fitness: Defusing the Time Bomb of […]

Microdose Fitness Workouts and Inflammaging

Inspiring Quotes for Daily Motivation

These 24 inspiring daily motivation quotes will help you get through those challenging days when you need a little extra. Writer Kate Bayless knows that we need to get motivated each and every day to face what life has in store for us, so scroll down and get started being […]

Inspiring Quotes for Daily Motivation

The powerful health benefits of walking make it an ideal activity for everyone who has the option to experience its benefits. In a world saturated with complex workout routines and expensive gym memberships, it’s easy to overlook one of the most accessible and effective forms of exercise: walking. This simple, low-impact […]

The Powerful Health Benefits of Walking

10 Minute BODi Microdose Fitness is now available. The 10 Minute BODi Subscription is just $10.00 a month and comes with a 10-day free trial. What is 10 Minute BODi Microdose Fitness? BODi’s targeted protocol works your whole body in short 10-minute sessions in a specific, proven sequence. This is […]

10 Minute BODi Microdose Fitness

The BODi Monthly Subscription

The BODi Monthly Subscription includes a 7-day BODi free trial and provides complete access to everything the Annual Subscription offers. You can try BODi FREE for 7 days, then continue for just $19 USD/month. No annual commitment required, cancel anytime. This is the perfect way to re-engage if you thought the […]

7-Day BODi Free Trial

Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel

I use Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel during all of my runs over an hour. It provides all of the energy I need, as well as hydration. If I expect to go longer, I carry extra water for the second half of the run. For the first half, though, I rely […]

Why I Use Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel

Busy People Are Switching to BODi

Busy adults want fitness that fits real life, and they are switching to BODi. It offers unlimited access to 1,500+ workouts, plus step-by-step nutrition plans. I switched to BODi because I was a single dad raising two young daughters, and it gave me the opportunity to work out at home […]

Busy Adults Want Fitness That Fits Real Life

Push Up Alternative Moves

Traditional push-ups are an excellent upper-body exercise, but they’re not the only way to build strength. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, working around wrist or shoulder discomfort, or simply looking for variety, these push-up alternatives can help you strengthen your chest, shoulders, triceps, and core while continuing to make […]

6 Push-Up Alternatives to Build Upper-Body Strength

The Benefits of Microdose Fitness

The benefits of microdose fitness include combating sedentary lifestyles, boosting energy and focus, reducing stress, and improving mood. There is also science that backs up the benefits of microdose fitness. Scroll down to see what as little as 10 minutes a day can do for you. The Power of Small: […]

The Benefits of Microdose Fitness

Best BODi Programs for Longevity

The best BODi programs for longevity are the ones that focus on strength preservation, metabolic health (VO2 max), mobility, and joint health. Scroll down to see the top BODi programs that focus on these four scientific pillars to help you play the long game. Training for longevity isn’t about chasing […]

The Best BODi Programs for Longevity

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