Join my team and become a coach!

Are you interested in joining me as a coach on The Dream TEAM?

The Dream TEAM is the #2 team in all of the Beachbody organization. It is a group of motivated individuals who provide support, motivation and encouragement to people on a daily basis to help them achieve the health and fitness goals. I provide free coaching advice and support to people who are enrolled as my customer or coach with a free Team Beachbody account. As a coach my job is to help you set realistic health and fitness goals. Then, together we create an action plan. I never focus on the big picture, instead we break it down into manageable smaller chunks. We work to overcome things like emotional connections to food, traveling, meal planning, healthy snacks, and just plain motivation. Everything that we need to be successful is right here.

I really love running challenge groups. They are truly my passion. Challenge groups have been the best way for me to get to know my customers and to help them on a daily basis. A challenge group is all done through facebook. Each participate purchases a Beachbody fitness program and commits to drinking Shakeology for at least one meal a day. In return I will help you with meal planning, grocery shopping, planning and staying on track. The small group environment really works!

Now that my business is growing I also help my coaches that have joined my team to duplicate my success. I do this through weekly mentoring calls, our coach closed facebook support group, and events all over the United States. There is no greater feeling in the world than seeing your coaches succeed!!!

WHAT A BEACHBODY COACH ISN'T

Being a Beachbody Coach ISN’T a Get Rich Quick Scheme. It is hard work and you get out the effort you put in. So if you aren’t willing to put in the time and effort you aren’t going to succeed. All my coaches can tell you I live by the MOTTO “Be Here in A YEAR”, that means give this business 100% for a year and you will be AMAZED! Are you ready to change your life and the lives of countless others? What are you waiting for?

I AM A PRODUCT OF THE PRODUCT!

I have done Chalean Extreme, Turbofire, Focus T25, I am currently doing Brazil Butt Lift and I will start P90X3 in January! I also currently drink Shakeology every day and follow the clean eating lifestyle. I do not SELL anything except for a healthy lifestyle that is based upon the principles of eating whole natural foods and regular exercise! Of course I do promote Beachbody Fitness programs and supplements because they work! I have tried them and if you follow X,Y,Z then you will get the results that you are looking for! I not only have transformed my own life physically but I now have a more positive outlook on life and I LOVE being surrounding by people who want more out of life!

INDEPENDENT BEACHBODY COACH INFORMATION, COST?

• A one time fee of $40 to become a beachbody coach. This is not a yearly or reoccurring fee. You can also get that $40 fee waived if you sign up with a challenge pack or you or your spouse is active military then that fee is waived! (I can explain those options in more depth as well).
• A monthly website fee of $15. Beachbody gives you three websites from which you will sell to your customers. One site is a Beachbody coach site ,one is a specialized Shakeology site (only available for sale through the Team Beachbody Coach network) and the third is your Ultimate Reset Site. I have decided to create my own website and blog to share my experiences but it is not required.

To remain an active coach you need to have a Personal Volume (PV) of 50 points per month. Purchasing a month's supply of Shakeology (at a 25% discount) is 90PV for example and you're done. I agree with Team Beachbody's methodology that you need to use their product in order to be able to explain the benefits of the research they've done. Plus, their supplements actually taste a whole lot better than the other stuff I was using. Recovery drink... think orange creamsicle!

• Benefits:
  • You receive a 25% commission on anything somebody buys from Beachbody using one of your links. Somebody purchases a copy of P90X, you get a check for $29.96.
  • You can, if you choose to, create a team of coaches as well. You can create a business based off of a team of people who are passionate about the same things that you are. 
  • You receive a 25% discount on all Beachbody products including merchandise. If you are drinking Shakeology, just the discount savings alone covers the $15 monthly website fee.
  • You get paid on a weekly basis, every Thursday morning!
  • No inventory to carry, Beachbody takes care of everything.
  • Access to an entire team of experts on health and fitness.
  • Access to marketing materials and guidance on how to build your business.
• Intangibles:
  • I have found a new passion for health and fitness and have never felt better. I'm not trying to sell you that miracle pill, extreme diet, or a whole lot of vitamins you probably don't need, this is for real. Nothing in this program is easy, you have to work for it!
  • I have increased confidence in all aspects of my life. I finished 90 days+ of one of the most physically challenging activities I've ever encountered. I lost weight, built some muscle along the way and I feel fantastic.
  • I can give non-expert nutritional advice based upon my experience. I don't have a degree in nutrition, but I know what worked for me and am helping others figure out what works for them.
  • I can help YOU get in the best shape of your life!

HOW DO YOU SUCCEED?

You succeed at being a Beachbody Coach by putting the needs of others first. By reaching out to people and offerring your support and guidance. For me, I enroll my customers into my challenge groups. That is the place where I have day to day contact with them, I can support, motivate and encourage them to start and finish a fitness program. I provide them with tips and recipes plus all sorts of different strategies to get into shape. To succeed you follow the structure of inviting people to a challenge group, enrolling them into the group, helping them succeed and then eventually people become coaches as well! You succeed by leading by example, inspiring others to get into shape and by being motivated, driven and passionate about what you do! Of course, you don't have to know all the answers at first. You just have to be motivated to get started!!!

WHO IS THE COMPANY BEHIND THE COACH BUISNESS OPPORTUNITY?

Beachbody is a successful 10-year-old, $250+ million corporation based in Southern California. We create and sell the nation’s most popular in-home fitness and weight-loss products—high-quality, well-manufactured DVD workout programs, gear, and nutritional supplements that have been proven to work. When you become a Beachbody Coach, you’re teaming up with a solid, stable company and a best-selling brand.

HOW DO I EARN MONEY?

You get paid weekly commissions when people buy Beachbody products and Team Beachbody Club memberships through your personal website. You can also earn cash bonuses based on your team’s sales.

WHAT DOES IT COST TO BEGIN?

It only costs $39.99 to start a Beachbody business. That includes your first month’s Business Services Fees and your Coach Business Kit, which comes with everything you need to begin earning income. Or you can choose to purchase a challenge pack in which you get a fitness program of your choice, 30 day supply of Shakeology, free shipping and a 30 day trial of the club membership and the coach fee is waived! Now this is a great deal!!

DO I NEED TO BE A FITNESS EXPERT?
No, you don’t need to be a fitness or weight-loss expert to become a Beachbody Coach. You just need to be ready to commit to changing your life and inspiring others to do the same. It is important to be a product of the product!

WHAT KINDS OF HELP AND SUPPORT WILL I RECEIVE?

Once you become a coach on the Dream Team you will be added to our closed facebook team page. There you will receive updates, information, tips and tools to help you grow your business. This is your place to check in each day and get answers to your questions.
You also will be given the option to be a part of my coach apprenticeship program. This is a 60 day group that teaches you everything you need to know about running a challenge group, how to find people to invite, how to get them started, what program to choose for them, and how to run a successful challenge group. You will be given all the tools that helped me to be successful so that you do not have to re-invent the wheel. You will be given my 90 day challenge group structure, 30 day Shakeology and Clean Eating Group information, along with other valuable business building tools. You will not have to figure it out on your own. You do not run your first challenge group by yourself. Instead you are an apprentice coach in your first group. I run the challenge but you get to invite 3-5 customers into the group!

WILL I HAVE TO PURCHASE PRODUCTS FOR RESALE?

Unlike marketing programs that require you to buy a lot of products in order to participate, the Coach Opportunity has no inventory requirements. If you do want to purchase products for your own use or resale, you’ll get them at a significant discount.
I encourage everyone to be a product of the product. I truly believe that the best coaches are the one's that are actively working out and are drinking Shakeology. It's very hard to speak from experience and guide other people if you yourself have never tried it.

HOW DOES BEACHBODY PROMOTE ITS PRODUCTS?

We spend millions of dollars every week advertising our home fitness programs on the major TV stations and cable networks. (You’ve probably seen our famous infomercials for programs such as P90X, Turbo Jam, and Hip Hop Abs, as well as our magazine and Internet ads.) Millions of people already know about Beachbody, and every time we run an infomercial, we get thousands of new customers. We want those customers to shop through your store, so you get the commission on those sales!

HOW MUCH OF A DISCOUNT WILL I GET ON MY OWN BEACHBODY PRODUCTS?

As Beachbody Coach, you receive a 25% discount on all Beachbody products available in the Team Beachbody store.

You don't have to start coaching alone! It is my job to provide you with the tools to succeed! Check out the apprenticeship program!!

Currently accepting applications for individuals who want to grow a successful Beachbody Business.

Complete the form and I will set up a time to chat and discuss the options for my Apprenticeship program.

FREE 7 Day Clean Eating Support Group

I have gotten a lot of questions lately about what exactly "clean eating" means. There is so much confusion out there, between the Paleo diet, the Primal diet, Ditch the Wheat, Skinny Bitch-- they all have different opinions of the ideal way we should eat. I am not a nutrition expert, so I definitely can't tell you whether one of them is better than another. But what I can share with you is what has worked for me, as well as hundreds of other beachbody coaches that I work with.

 

The type of lifestyle I live is called clean eating. Noticed I called it a "lifestyle," not a diet? Yep, that was intentional. I am NOT on a diet, and it honestly irks me when people ask if I'm still "on that diet." A diet is a temporary restriction of food or calories in order to hit a particular goal. I am no longer trying to lose weight, nor am I temporarily restricting anything. I am permanently eating clean, with of course some exceptions here and there, because I'm human!

I believe very much in the 80/20 rule, so for me, I eat clean around 80% of the time and then allow myself to have whatever I want in moderation the other 20%. Now let me be clear, when I was trying to lose weight, I ate clean probably more like 95% of the time, but since I am just trying to maintain, I allow a little more leeway now.

 

So what exactly is clean eating? In a very basic nutshell, it is eating real foods that come from the earth or nature. For example, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and lean meats. I do not eliminate carbs, nor do I avoid wheat. I am not gluten sensitive, so I eat whole grains, especially brown rice, sprouted wheat bread, oats and quinoa (although techinically quinoa is a seed). I also eat dairy in limited quantities, mostly just greek yogurt and small amounts of cheese.  I use natural sweeteners such as raw honey, real maple syrup and stevia, but I try to use them sparingly.


The point of this blog entry, however, isn't to give you all of the details of clean eating. It is to invite you to participate in a 7 day FREE clean eating support group that I will be hosting starting on December 16th.

In order to participate, you will need to commit to doing two things:

1. You will invite someone else to do the group with you. It can be a friend, your spouse, your sister, your mom-- it doesn't matter. But you are way more likely to make a change to your eating if you have someone else to support you through it.

2. You need to commit to being active in the group during the entire 7 days. All that means is that you check into the group on Facebook at least once per day, read all the posts, and respond to questions/assignments. 

If you are interested in participating, please send me a message on Facebook, or email me at danarsimon@gmail.com.  I am excited to help you get healthier!!

The Top 10 Reasons I Love Being a Beachbody Coach

I am still a newer Beachbody coach, only in my 5th month of coaching. I haven't made millions yet, or anywhere close to it. I am not a 10 star diamond coach yet, or even a diamond coach at all (although I hope that statement changes in the very immediate future!) But even as I strive for these goals, I am LOVING what coaching has done for me. Here are the top 10 reasons that I love coaching:

1. It keeps me accountable! I'm not a perfect person who has more willpower than you or anyone else! I struggle with wanting to sleep in instead of working out, or wanting to eat my sourdough baguette that comes with my soup! I am a normal person who continues to dig deep each day to find the discipline I need to stick to my plan and achieve my fitness goals. It's not always easy, but being a coach makes it so much easier! I can't tell my challengers to do something that I am not doing too. I constantly remind myself that I need to set an example for my challengers to aspire to. I don't want to let them down, and I know that they look to me as an inspiration. That is the biggest reason I continue to be successful with my weight loss.

2. I love knowing that I have helped others. Seriously. There is nothing greater than hearing from someone that they feel healthier, or more confident, or more energetic because of me. I get thank yous almost daily from people who tell me that I have helped improve their lives. How many people can say that? I get so much joy from hearing about people's success. There is nothing more gratifying than knowing I make a difference.

3. No one is telling me what to do. I am my own boss. I can spend as much or as little time on this business as I want. Obviously, the more time I spend, the more successful I'll be. But only I have to make that decision. There is no pressure from anyone other than myself. I definitely can't say that about my other job!

4. You can be a coach from anywhere! Yep, I can do my work from the beach, from the park with my kids, from Disneyland-- it doesn't matter, as long as I have a cell phone. Talk about flexibility! Who needs time off when you can be helping people for a few minutes a day from anywhere in the world?

5.  It's financially rewarding. While I may not be raking in the 6 figure income yet, I'm steadily bringing in at least an extra $500 a month, simply by helping other people. It's so nice to have extra income, plus there are always prizes and trips to be won. Our holiday shopping was much less stressful this year thanks to my extra earnings! Beachbody coaches get paid a 25% commission on anything we sell, plus you get the opportunity to earn team bonuses, cycle bonuses and additional bonuses when you advance in rank. And we get paid via direct deposit every Thursday. How cool is that? Every week I see the money from my work the previous week. Almost immediate gratification!

 

6.  The Beachbody organization is a group of positive, uplifting and super motivating individuals. I honestly love seeing my newsfeed on Facebook every morning, because I know I will get the positive motivation and encouragement I need to start my day off on the right foot. I've never been so surrounded by highly inspirational, positive people. I love it! I realize now how much time I have spent surrounded by negativity, and simply allowing myself to be a part of something so uplifting has made a huge difference in my outlook on life! We are all a product of our environments, so it is certain that by surrounding yourself with a healthy, positive network will bring about such qualities in yourself.

 

7.  The products rock. I mean truly, they are so awesome. I swear, they have changed my life. Shakeology is a game changer, and it has improved my health in so many ways. I have only gotten sick once since I started drinking it 9 months ago, and that is despite many illnesses in our house and working in doctor's offices all day. In the past I would be sick at least 6 times per year. I can say with certainty that the vitamins, antioxidants and probiotics in Shakeology deserve the credit. And the workout programs? A-MAZ-ING! I love every one I have tried! I had always had a gym membership before, because I thought I needed all of the fancy equipment and large variety of classes. But the truth was, I spent $30 a month (or $360/year) to go maybe once a week to a class that fit into my schedule. It was tough as a working mom to find time to drive to the gym, do an hour class, drive back--- it was a full 90 minutes. I don't have that kind of time! Now, I can do a killer workout in 30 minutes in my living room before my kids even wake up. No excuses needed! I have no problem sharing these products, because I believe in them. They work for me, and I've seen them work for countless others.

8.  There is so much potential. There are several top coaches in the "millionaire's club," and dozens who make six figures annually. Tons of coaches have quit their full time jobs and even retired their spouses because they have made so much money coaching. There is no "salary cap" or feeling like you can never achieve your financial goals in your career. This opportunity can take you as far as you can dream. Want to get out of debt? Want to buy your dream house? Or, if you are like me, do you want to stay home with your kids? It's all possible with hard work and dedication.

9. There are no set hours. You can work this business anytime you want. I'm doing it all when my kids are asleep so they aren't affected, which means early mornings, lunch breaks and after they go to bed. Anyone can find time to do this, even with a full time job. This is your opportunity, and you do it on YOUR time.

10.  You can help others experience the same benefits of coaching. I am so excited to build my team and show other people how to work this business. I can't wait for them to get as much out of Beachbody as I have.  I am honored to be able to lead a team and grow with them, helping everyone reach the goals that they set. What's better than your own success? Helping others succeed with you!

 

Does any of this sound like something you'd like to learn more about? If you think you may be interested in learning more about what this business is all about, I highly encourage you to contact me at danarsimon@gmail.com and let me know! I would love to answer your questions and help get you started!

Clean Eating Shopping List for Beginners

When you first start eating clean, it can be overwhelming to know where to begin at the grocery store. I definitely don't want you to think that you need to buy everything on this list, because that would cost a fortune and be totally unnecessary! But I did want to give you a general guideline to take some of the guesswork out of it.

First of all, I know you've probably heard the term "shop the perimeter," which means that you should try to stick mostly to buying fresh produce, meats and dairy, and leave the packaged goods found in the middle aisles to a minimum. But that doesn't mean that there aren't good packaged goods available, or that everything on the perimeter is fair game.

Here are some staples that I buy:

Breads:

• Ezekiel brand breads – Most often found in the freezer section. This brand of bread has several types to choose from. My favorite is the cinnamon raisin! It's delicious toasted with some natural peanut butter! They have tortillas as well.
• Alvarado Street Bakery brand breads – They have wonderful breads, rolls, hamburger buns and hot dog buns and all of them are clean. I found them at Sprouts.
• Trader Joe’s brand whole grain breads - The two in particular that I know are clean are the Sprouted Multi-Grain bread and the California Protein bread.

Crackers:

• Ak Mak Whole Wheat Crackers are your best bet. Otherwise, check out the ingredients and go for those with fewer ingredients, no high fructose corn syrup, and high fiber content. 

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Dairy & Non-Dairy:
Dairy is constantly a source confusion for clean eaters. Some people say stay away completely, others say full fat is best, and some tell you to go fat free. I personally avoid all dairy milk and have switched completely to unsweetened vanilla almond milk. It only has 30 calories and tastes good.

• Cottage cheese (for those who eat it) – Full fat is best, but you can also use low fat. (NOT fat free. It has extra crap added to it to make up for the fat.)
• Yogurt – Always opt for Greek yogurt when you can, because it has a ton more protein. Plain yogurt (regular or Greek) is the only way to go. The sweetened yogurts have way too much sugar. You can always mix in your own fruits and dab of honey or maple syrup if you need it flavored. I like mine with some honey, cinnamon and berries.
• Cheese – Cheese is another thing that should only be eaten in it's full fat version. Low fat cheese has simply been processed more. But it is definitely high fat, so eat cheese only in moderation. Adding a little bit of a strong cheese, like feta or Parmesan, goes a long way.  Real grated Parmesan cheese is acceptable in moderation. (Note: Kraft brand Parmesan cheese is not clean. If it can sit on a shelf or in a cupboard for weeks or months, it’s not clean. Buy the stuff in the refrigerator section.)
• Unsweetened almond milk - I like the vanilla variety
• Unsweetened rice milk (made from brown rice, not white)
• Unsweetened LIGHT coconut milk – This is NOT the stuff in the cartons. This is the stuff in the cans.

Meats:

• Eggs - These are a staple, especially egg whites. While most of the nutrition is in the yolks, eat them in moderation. Egg whites you can eat as many of as you like.
• Chicken & Turkey – Boneless, skinless poultry breasts are your best friends if you eat meat. The breast is the way to go. If you can afford organic meats, it’s always a better way to go.
• Beef:
  Beef can be part of a clean eating diet so long as you choose lean cuts. A butcher can help you select these. I personally hardly ever eat beef anymore, but find that sometimes the 96% lean ground beef tastes better than ground turkey in some recipes.
• Pork – Pork tenderloins or chops can be a good lean protein.
• Fish – Fish is a great clean protein and should be eaten often. Just be careful of super high mercury containing fish, such as shark or swordfish.

Produce:
This is where you really want to stock up. If you are confused about when to buy organic, a good general rule is to choose organic for produce that has thin skin such as peaches, nectarines and all berries, and purchase regular produce for produce that has thicker skin like bananas and oranges. Google “The Dirty Dozen” if you want to have a list of the worst pesticide laden produce.
So this is where “Shop The Perimeter” really comes in. The produce section is your friend. Load up when you can as you’ll want most of your eating plan to be generated from this section of the store. I always start my shopping trip here and my cart is half filled before I move on.

Fruits::

• Apples
• Oranges
• Grapefruits
• Banana
• Avocados
• Berries of all kinds
• Cherries
• Kiwi
• Star fruit
• Any other fresh fruit you enjoy

Veggies::

• Carrots
• Celery
• Spinach
• Broccoli
• Bell Peppers in any color
• Zucchini
• Eggplant
• Squash of any variety
• Kale
• Chard
• Collard greens
• Okra
• Green beans
• Tomatoes
• Sweet potatoes
• Onions of any variety
• Any other fresh veggie you enjoy

The Aisles:
When you do venture into the aisles of the store, you should only be there for a few, food related items such as:

• Tea – particularly green tea, but black tea has a high level of antioxidants as well.
• Coffee – also high in antioxidants
• Oatmeal – Just the plain kind. Nothing flavored. Opt for steel cut oats or traditional rolled oats.
• Canned items with no added sugar – There is a lot of debate as to whether or not canned items, even without added sugar and salt, are clean due to the BPA’s in the cans. But if you do decide to purchase things like beans or tomato sauce in a can, read the ingredients! There should be no added sugar (sugar, evaporated cane juice, dextrose, fructose, corn syrup, high fructose corn syrup, etc…) in the list. Also, watch the sodium content in canned goods. It can add up quick!
• Dry beans and legumes - like lentils, black beans, chickpeas, etc.
• Brown rice
• Whole wheat or whole grain (like brown rice) pasta
• Other whole grains such as barley
• Nuts – Again, read the ingredients here. Nuts should be the only ingredient on the package. Usually, this means you’ll be buying raw nuts.
• Seeds – Quinoa is a seed and it’s wonderful stuff. I use it a lot. Sun flower seeds, sesame seeds, chia or flaxseed are all good choices.
• Nut butters-- I am a huge lover of peanut butter and almond butter! Just be sure to buy the natural kind that has one ingredient- nuts! You can also make your own.

Spices and Natural Sweeteners:

• Honey  (raw is best. It has a cloudy appearance, not clear). 
• Pure Maple Syrup – Not the bottle syrups you get in restaurants. The real stuff.
• Molasses – Look for the unsulfured variety.
• Stevia - while there is a lot of controversy over sugar substitutes, stevia comes from a plant and is considered safe to use. I like the liquid variety-- a little goes a long way! I add a drop or two to my plain yogurt, or coffee and tea.
• Spices – spices are a great way to flavor your food without adding calories or fat. My favorites are cinnamon, basil, oregano, garlic, cilantro and cumin.

Other staples in my kitchen:

• Hummus-- I love hummus and eat it with veggies all the time. You can easily make your own, or check ingredients for a clean variety. I love the sprouted hummus at my local Roots store, but you can't always find it other places.
• Lentils-- Trader Joe's has them already cooked, but they are easy to make and pack a lot of protein! Add them to salads or soups.
• Lara bars and Quest bars-- these are the only two "bars" I eat. Lara bars are all natural and can be found at most stores. They have only a handful of natural ingredients are are a great option for an on-the-go snack. Quest bars can only be found in GNC stores, at Roots, or we get them on Amazon. They are the healthiest protein bars around, and they taste amazing! We always have strawberry cheesecake and cookie dough varieties on hand.

So there you have it. It’s not an exhaustive list by any means, but it should give you a good start. I hope it helps! Please let me know if you have any questions!