Insanity Work Out Program

Purchasing On Line

Ok so I decided to go ahead and try Insanity work out program, by Beachbody. Now, my experience in purchasing directly from Beachbody was horrible. I order online and received a confirmation of my order and it stated I should receive a follow up email with the tracking number. I never received it. Now, after which I never received any kind of correspondence from Beachbody, it had been 5 days since placing my order. I upped to get it delivered 2-4 days, so when I never received the program I submitted a ticket online to customer service; I had to take the initiative to find out what was going on.

So I get a reply from an agent at Beachbody stating that they are very sorry for any inconvenience. But that it seems my credit card was declined. So I contacted my bank and they confirmed that they have not received any attempts to bill in the past several days, but the bank did state that I should make sure they had the right information. Well, that did not go good with me, because I always capture screen shots of any information I enter into any systems online I may purchase through, well they had the right information. So I then, which I don’t recommend you do, contacted customer support at the numbers provided, low and behold the agent was somewhere in India, only saying.

First of all the agent had a hard time locating my order. The agent later asked me to re-order since they were having technical difficulties, he wanted me to provide my credit card information, but also he started to up-sale…let me tell you it clearly heard like the agent was reading a script. Anyhow, I declined and asked to kindly cancel the order since it hasn’t been processed. I asked for this because I wanted to make certain that they did not try and run my card again or send me the packet later asking me to pay for it or something else.

So I will wait for a few days and see if any attempts are made to bill me or if I happen to get the packet. I will be certain to return it unopened if it comes through…oh yah and I’ll be sure to send it certified so I know they got it back. If everything goes ok, I will go ahead and try to order the program through Amazon, same program and it looks like it is cheaper…anyhow. If you decide to order insanity, I would highly recommend doing so through Amazon or maybe it is available at a local store…just don’t do it on-line at least not through Beachbody.

Wait, ok…I have heard through many people that they ordered products through Beachbody with no issues, ok, I know there is always exceptions, but by experience, if you order on-line best do it through someone like Amazon…there customer support is a lot better…only saying. Products are the same, but the customer support makes a HUGE difference.

My Perspective:

Doing any online purchases are fantastic, convenient and you always have a broader range of options available to you, but with purchasing online you need to be extra careful as to where your credit card or personal information is going. Not saying that we shouldn’t purchase online, all I am saying is do so carefully. People learned which sites are great in getting products to their customers and have the best customer support to resolve any issues that may arise; so people stick those sites and become loyal customer. I personally have experience no issues with Amazon and I do a lot of my purchases through them, so of course everyone has their experiences can only suggest that you do your research on the company you will be purchasing, and try the out with something small…if possible and then once you like what you see, you can be more comfortable ordering from them.

Anyhow, thanks for reading, take care, be careful online and till next time Latino Man signing off.

P.S. I did end up ordering through Amazon, it was about $5 dollars cheaper and so far so good. I'll keep you posted.

Biggest Losers – Contest
So, I am writing this post to let you know that I will be participating in a Biggest Looser contest at work. There will be two winners; one winner that looses the most weight and one winner that looses the most percentage of weight. So, it’s actually a sign, because I being meaning to get back into shape, and I have off and on the past month or more, but nothing really serious, so now with a little competition and some money involved...i think I will be more inclined to stick to it…lol…we’ll see.
Anyhow, I have never watched the show Biggest looser, I have heard that it can get extreme sometimes, not sure in what content, but anyhow, this is a perfect opportunity for me to give it a go and really try and loose some weight. Now, take it, I have been told that I really don’t need to loose that much, but you know…I want to get back to that high school weight (LOL), crazy I know…but let’s see what comes about. Actually I am waiting to see how many people are going to participate, because at $20 dollars a head…yah…that could be a substantial amount…I mean there are quite a few people working on this second floor between all the departments under my boss…so…I am waiting to see.
So, that’s funny that’s my word of the day, “So”, I’ll be using it through this post…lol. So, just kidding, I am looking at the people in the departments and man, is not far fetch to say that 90% of the people are under 25 years of age…you know how it is with metabolism, when you get older it doesn’t work as good, so I’ll have my work cut out for me…so I made a decision, I’ll be doing lots of cardio, you know running and now I will be adding jump roping…it really does burn calories and it build up my leg strength which is an area I do need to bring back up to par. Anyhow, I am looking forward to this and hoping to actually stick to it and well…you know…I need to get motivated…and I am hoping to keep the motivation up through the extent of the competition…I have seen many drop out half way through…hmmm…not sure if I mentioned, the competition will start on October 4 and run through December 10^th…so lets see how many start out and how many are left at the end.
I’ll do what I can to post each Friday my weigh in, since that’s what we are doing, I am hoping for some good results come December 10^th. So, wish me luck and let the weight “Loss” begin.

Till next time…Latino Man Signing Off….keep healthy, have fun and don’t stress.

Where Diets Go Wrong

When we discover that we are heavier than we want to be, we have a natural invlination to eat less food. We may skip lunch or eat only a tiny amount of our dinner in the hope that if we eat less our body will burn off some of its fat. But that is not necessarily true. Eating less actually makes it more difficult to lose weight.

Keep in mind that the human body took shape millions of years ago, and at that time there were diets. The only low-calorie event in people's lives was starvation. Those who could cope with a temporary lack of food were the ones who survived. Our bodies, therefore, have developed this built-in mechanism to help us survive in the face of low food intake.

When researchers compare overweight and thin people, they find that they ear roughly the same number of calories. What makes overweight people different is the amount of fat that they eat. Thin people tend to eat less fat and more complex carbohydrates.

Losing weight is not something one can do overnight. A carefully planned weight loss program requires common sense and certain guidelines. Unfortunately, there's a lot of misinformation floating around and lots of desperate people are easily duped and ripped off.

Every day one can open a magazine or newspaper and see advertisements touting some new product, pill or patch that will take excess weight off quickly. Everyone seems to be looking for that "magic" weight loss pill. Millions of Americans are trying to lose weight, spending billions of dollars every year on diet programs and products. Often they do lose some weight. But, if you check with the same people five years later, you will find that nearly all have regained whatever weight they lost.

A survey was done recently to try and determine if any commercial diet program could prove long-term success. Not a single program could do so. So rampant has the so-called diet industry become with new products and false claims that the FDA has now stepped in and started clamping down.

Being seriously overweight and particularly obesity can develop into a number of diseases and serious health problems, and it is now a known fact that when caloric intake is excessive, some of the excess frequently is saturated fat.

The myth is that people get heavy by eating too many calories. Calories are a consideration it's true, but overall they are not the cause of obesity in America today. Americans actually take in fewer calories each day than they did at the beginning of the century. If calories alone were the reason we become overweight, we should all be thin. But we are not. Collectively, we are heavier than ever. Partly, it is because we are more sedentary now. But equally, as important is the fact that the fat content of the American diet has changed dramatically.

People who diet without exercising often get fatter with time. Although your weight may initially drop while dieting, such weight loss consists mostly of water and muscle. When the weight returns, it comes back as fat. To avoid getting fatter over time, increase your metabolism by exercising regularly.

Select an exercise routine that you are comfortable with and remember that walking is one of the best and easiest exercises for strengthening your bones, controlling your weight and toning your muscles.

Once again thank you for visiting, till next time.

SENSIBLE DIET TIPS

Start your diet with a food diary, record everything you eat, what you were doing at the time, and how you felt. That tells you about yourself, your temptation, the emotional states that encourage you to snack and may help you lose once you see how much you eat.

Instead of eating the forbidden piece of candy, brush your teeth. If you're about to cheat, allow yourself a treat, then eat only half a bite and throw the other half away. When hunger hits, wait 10 minutes before eating and see if it passes. Set attainable goals. Don't say, "I want to lose 50 pounds." Say, "I want to lose 5 pounds a month." Get enough sleep but not too much. Try to avoid sugar. Highly sweetened foods tend to make you crave more.

Drink six to eight glasses of water a day. Water itself helps cut down on water retention because It acts as a diuretic. Taken before meals, it dulls the-appetite by giving you that "full feeling." Diet with a buddy. Support groups are important, and caring people can help one another succeed. Start your own, even with just one other person.

Substitute activity for eating. When the cravings hit, go to the "Y" or health club if possible; or dust, or walk around the block. This is especially helpful if you eat out of anger.

If the pie on the counter is just too great a temptation and you don't want to throw it away, freeze it. If you're a late-night eater, have a carbohydrate, such as a slice of bread of a cracker, before bedtime to cut down on cravings. Keep an orange slice or a glass of water by your bed to quiet the hunger pangs that wake you up.

If you use food as a reward, establish a new reward system. Buy yourself a non-edible reward. Write down everything you eat - - everything - including what you taste when you cook. If you monitor what you eat, you can't go off your diet.

Weigh yourself once a week at the same time. Your weight fluctuates constantly and you can weigh more at night than you did in the morning, a downer if you stuck to your diet all day. Make dining an event. East from your own special plate, on your own special placemat, and borrow the Japanese art of food arranging to make your meal, no matter how meager, look lovely. This is a trick that helps chronic over-eaters and bingers pay attention to their food instead of consuming it unconsciously.

Don't shop when you're hungry. You'll only buy more fattening food. Avoid finger foods that are easy to eat in large amounts. Avoid consuming large quantities of fattening liquids, which are so easy to overdo. And this includes alcoholic beverages. Keep plenty of crunchy foods like raw vegetables and air-popped fat-free popcorn on hand. They're high in fiber, satisfying and filling. Leave something on your plate, even if you are a charter member of the Clean The Plate Club. It's a good sign that you can stop eating when you want to, not just when your plate is empty.

Lose weight for yourself, not to please your husband, your parents or your friends. Make the kitchen off-limits at any time other than mealtime. Always eat at the table, never in front of the TV set or with the radio on. Concentrate on eating every mouthful slowly and savoring each morsel. Chew everything from 10 to 20 times and count! Never skip meals.