Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions

www.pridebuildschampions.com

2009-10-30T07:28:00.000-07:00

Please check out my new wordpress blog at ...www.pridebuildschapions.com

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Help myself, help others.

2009-09-20T18:58:00.000-07:00

Okay, I have been here before. I need to drop about 40lbs. I lost 22lbs doing Farrells extreme body shaping last spring. I have gained close to 20lbs back.

I lost it through diet and exercise, and used Advocare products to boost results. Spark, Post Work out shakes, meal replacement shakes and cataylst.

What I always FORGET is that once I quite exercising and using products - I will gain weight!

Today is the day I start fresh.

I need to make some lifestyle changes. NOW.
Loaded up with Spark, Slam, and Meal replacement shakes...will continue to ride my bike and do P90X - use Post Workout and Cataylst....excited to get started.

Advocare works I am looking forward to helping myself and helping others...get healthy - stay healthy.

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Do something different...get different results..start today!

2009-02-24T18:36:00.000-08:00

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Post-Workout Shake

2009-01-12T06:43:00.000-08:00

Post-Workout recovery... Awesome...enough said. Helps fight muscle soreness. Take before and after work-out. More carbs than MuscleGain or meal replacement shake. Great taste and other active ingredients.

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Is one cup of coffee bad for me?

2009-01-10T09:32:00.000-08:00

I have really decreased my caffeine intake...Limiting myself to 1 cup of coffee and of course I always start my day with a Spark.

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Coffee lore - truth or consequences?

January 7, 2009 by advocare08

Lately, there’s been a lot of stories in the news about coffee and whether it’s bad for you or not. We thought we help stir the cup by casting light on some facts and fantasies about this oft maligned beverage.

First - Is caffeine a diuretic?

Sort of - Strictly Yes but in practice No - Caffeine only becomes a diuretic when consumed in amounts above 575 milligrams, or about 3.8 Grande Caffee du Jour’s (at approximately 150mg of caffeine each). Therefore, a typical Coffee Store Latte will cause little difference in urine production and will hydrate as well as water.

Will long term coffee drinking raise my blood pressure?

Here’s another sorta answer - Modest coffee drinking is associated with a small increase in blood pressure, Johns Hopkins investigators say, but it’s probably not enough to substantially increase your risk of hypertension.

In a long-term study of more than 1,000 men, drinking a daily cup of regular coffee raised systolic pressure (the upper number) by 0.19 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure (the lower number) by 0.27 mmHg.

Is Caffeine in coffee bad for me? - No - As with most things taken in moderation coffee and caffeine are actually good for you.

John Hopkins University School of Medicine reported that some of the health benefits of coffee include an improved sense of well-being, happiness, energy, alertness and sociability.

Another study conducted at the John Hopkins Arthritis Center examined the possibility that coffee consumption may protect against the development of gout. Increasing coffee consumption was associated with a decreased risk of incident gout, in the highest consumption group (6+ cups per day) demonstrating a significant 56% reduction in the risk of incident gout. Reported coffee consumption of 4 to 5 cups per day was also protective, with a 40% reduction in incident gout.

The New York Times has reported that the effect of 330 milligrams of caffeine in 16 ounces of ordinary brewed coffee enhance mood and mental and physical performance. However, in levels higher than 575 milligrams, caffeine can cause anxiety and an upset stomach.

A study done by J.A. Greenburg that coffee and tea drinking reduces the risk of Type II Diabetes. His research suggests that drinking coffee and tea may reduce the chances of a person getting type 2 diabetes. Drinks with caffeine may help the body use up energy faster, possibly leading to weight loss.

Other research conducted as part of studies on Parkinson’s Disease have found a connection between increased levels of coffee and tea consumption and decreased risk for Parkinson’s Disease. As part of a long-term study of the Honolulu Heart Program, a team of researchers examined the relationship between coffee intake and the incidence of Parkinson’s disease in 8,004 Japanese-American men over a 30 year period.

The incidence of Parkinson’s disease was found to be lower in those who drank coffee. In fact, the men who drank the most coffee were the least likely to get Parkinson’s disease. Men who did not drink any coffee were five times more likely to exhibit symptoms of Parkinson’s disease than men who drank more than 28 ounces of coffee each day.

Consumption of caffeine from other sources such as green tea, black tea, chocolate and soda was also associated with a lower risk of Parkinson’s disease. So go ahead and enjoy your daily taste, whether it be coffee, tea or chocolate - just remember to keep your consumption moderate.

Link to this article here ==> SupplementalScience.com

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Farrell's Extreme BodyShaping

2009-01-09T17:31:00.000-08:00

I started Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping Monday Jan 10th.

It has been a great work out. I joined the Ten week Challenge. I tested last Saturday for a baseline fitness test.
Mile run 9:25
Push-ups in one minute : 53
Sit and reach +17
Sit ups in minute 23 (very sad)

So we will see how week 5 test and the final test compare. I will work out 6 days a week. The diet has been great to use Advocare products. I really have been matching carbs and proteins.

I have been using 6 meals a day. Using Spark, Meal Replacement Shakes, Snack Bars, Fruit and Fiber Bars, Post-Workout Recovery Shakes, Catalyst, and NightTime Recovery.

I have finished week one and am already feeling and seeing awesome results! I will post the before picture - only after I have the after pic ready!

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www.hundredpushups.com

2008-08-18T20:55:00.000-07:00

Started week 2 of www.hundredpushups.com

Need to stretch and continue to work on the max set in the workout. Getting close to 100 total this week - going to be tough to do all at once. but hey 4 weeks left!

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

3 first steps to weightloss

2008-07-21T18:41:00.000-07:00

1) Decide today is the day to start.

2) Track what you eat and how much you excercise

3) Jumpstart your efforts - check out www.impactweightloss.com

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Advocare Success School

2008-06-23T21:13:00.000-07:00

2008 August Success School

Here’s your itinerary for a weekend sure to help put your business on the fast track to success.

August 2008 National Success School will take place August 8-10:

Sheraton Dallas Hotel (formerly known as the Adam's Mark)
400 N. Olive Street
Dallas, Texas 75201

Mike Huckabee

Mike Huckabee has served as pastor, denominational leader, Arkansas governor and most recently, Republican presidential candidate. He’s a speaker, renowned author and advocate of living a healthy lifestyle.

Huckabee is a big supporter of small business owners and entrepreneurs. During his presidential campaign, he noted that 80 percent of all jobs in this country come from small business. He wanted to empower the small business owner by reducing taxes and supporting their efforts to climb the economic ladder.

Healthy living is a subject that is near and dear to his heart. After being diagnosed with Type II diabetes in 2003, Huckabee lost 110 pounds. Two years later, he completed four marathons including the New York City Marathon. As a result of his accomplishments, The Road Runners Club of America named him its ‘Southern Region Runner of the Year’ and USA Track & Field has named him their ‘Athlete of the Week’ for the country. Continuing to call for a national emphasis on living a healthy lifestyle, Huckabee completed his fourth book, “Quit Digging Your Grave With A Knife and Fork.” This 12-step program is a no-nonsense approach to managing one’s health through lifestyle change rather than a simple diet and exercise plan.

Did you know? Mike Huckabee enjoys playing bass guitar in his rock-n-roll band, Capitol Offense, which has opened for artists such as Willie Nelson and the Charlie Daniels Band, and has played the House of Blues in New Orleans, the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, Colo., and for two presidential inauguration balls.

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Begin Workouts Now!

2008-05-31T07:02:00.000-07:00

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Website:	www.drewbrees.com
Team:	New Orleans
Years Pro:	7
Hometown:	Austin, TX
College:	Purdue
Career Highlights:	2006 - Pro Bowl starting quarterback; Walter Payton Man of the Year; 1st Team All Pro; Pro Football MVP Runner-Up; FedEx Air Player of the Year; Amtrak / Westwood One Player of the Year; 2005 - Pro Bowl 1st Alternate; 2004 - AP Comeback Player of the Year; Pro Bowl Selection; Heisman Trophy Finalist (1999 & 2000); Big Ten Conference Player of the Year (1998 & 2000); Purdue's Male Athlete of the Year (1999 & 2000); 2000 - Academic All-American of the year; Maxwell Award as nation's most outstanding player; 1st Team All-American; Big Ten Conference Medal of Honor; 1999 - First recipient of the Socrates Award recognizing the nation's finest athlete in terms of academics, athletics and community service. 1996 Texas Class 5A Most Valuable Player; Led Westlake High School to a 16-0 record and a Texas Class 5A State Championship.
What Drew uses:	AdvoCare® Slam™ AdvoCare® SPARK™ Energy Drink Rehydrate Sports Drink AdvoCare® Muscle Fuel Muscle Strength™ Post-Workout Recovery Sports Drink Catalyst™ OmegaPlex®
What Drew says about AdvoCare products:	"I feel like AdvoCare products have helped my game and my ability to be more efficient in taking care of my body and being able to maximize the results I'm looking for in the weight room."

2008-02-28T17:48:00.001-08:00

Snack Bar - Chocolate Nougat

* Contains 11 grams of protein
* Superior alternative to candy bars and cookies
* Provides balanced nutrition
* Good source of 14 vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, C, D and E
* Contains only 140 calories per bar

With 11 grams of protein, the Active Snack Bars, available in a delicious chocolate nougat flavor, is the perfect solution for anyone when a quick, sweet snack is in order. The Active Snack Bar contains a great balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat and may help slow down the food's digestion and absorption. This helps ensure that the body absorbs all the nutrients, while the craving for something sweet is also satisfied. Each bar combines the right amount of protein with carbohydrates in a convenient snack with only 140 calories and zero trans fats. Now you can satisfy both your sweet tooth and your nutritional needs with the Active Snack Bar!

12 Bars per carton

click links below to find out more info...

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Drink Slam : more than Five Hours of Energy

2008-01-18T18:10:00.000-08:00

Check out this new product

AdvoCare® SLAM™ - Power Punch

High-powered, portable energy source*
Quick and easy
Sugar-free

Slam is a powerful, portable energy supplement in a tiny, 2 fl. oz. bottle.* Its unique combination of energy-producing nutrients and support for neural processes make it a perfect fit for the person on the go.* And with no sharp drop-off or energy crash, it's great for hours of energy.

12 Servings Per Carton

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Christmas Pounds Sneaking up on you?

2007-12-22T19:23:00.000-08:00

If you want to kick start your weightloss. Don't wait until the new year. Start today! Check out Spark, Catalyst, MNS Packets, and meal replacement shakes.

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Colorado Rockies - Brad Hawpe

2007-10-25T06:58:00.000-07:00

Advocare Endoser... Brad Hawpe

Team:	Colorado
Hometown:	FT. Worth, TX
College:	Louisiana State
Career Highlights:	Brad ranked among the top National League rookies in walks (3rd), runs batted in (4th), triples (4th), on-base percentage (4th), and slugging (10th). Brad also, led his team with 10 outfield assists, the most ever by a Rockies rookie. Brad was the Colorado Rockies organizational player of the year and Texas League's All-Star Game MVP (2002). Brad was a Colorado Rockies Doug Millon award winner and member of the Louisianan State University Baseball National Championship team (2000); Boswell (Texas) High School to a Class 4A state championship.
What Brad uses:	AdvoCare® SPARK™ Energy Drink Muscle Gain™ Muscle Strength™ Nighttime Recovery Post-Workout Recovery Sports Drink CorePlex®
What Brad says about AdvoCare products:	"My favorite aspect of taking AdvoCare products is how good they taste". I feel less sore after workouts and I have an added sense of energy throughout the day."

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Spark it up!

2007-10-16T20:18:00.000-07:00

Do you ever need a little "pick me up" to get you going in the morning? Put Spark into your routine. Quit running to the coffee pot in the morning. Give yourself a Spark!

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Mix. Drink. Conquer.

2007-09-03T19:11:00.000-07:00

Arginine Extreme (Packets)

* Supports muscle tolerance and endurance*
* Provides cardiovascular nourishment*

Arginine Extreme drink nourishes the growth of lean muscle tissue in conjunction with an exercise program and aids in the body's natural production of nitric oxide, a substance involved in blood vessel relaxation and healthy blood flow.* For athletes, this powerful drink mix helps magnify the results of strength training as it facilitates healthy nutrient delivery to muscles. For anyone, Arginine Extreme helps maintain healthy blood flow, contributing to better vascular health and strengthened immune function.*

10 Servings Per Carton

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Post Work Out Recovery

2007-06-19T18:43:00.000-07:00

Post-Workout recovery... Awesome...enough said.

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Here we go!

2007-05-09T09:25:00.000-07:00

Just started a MNS Max Appetite Control has been a great week!

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

The Professional - Drew Brees Foundation

2007-03-24T17:09:00.000-07:00

The Drew Brees Foundation

BE A CHAMPION!

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Drew Brees Foundation

2007-03-24T13:26:00.000-07:00

It is the ultimate NFL players’ golf challenge where the best-of-the-best from each NFL team compete in a tournament-style golf event. The coveted title of The Professional Open Golf Champion will be given to the winner of the event. There are only 4 spots available for each NFL team, so each team will bring it’s best golfers for this highly-competitive, one-of-a kind match.

This new concept in championship golf has evolved from the “Brees on the Tees” Charity Golf Tournament, hosted by Drew and Brittany Brees and The Brees Dream Foundation. The 3-day event will be held at two of San Diego’s premier golf courses and includes two fun filled days of golf complete with a downtown kick-off party, fundraiser and awards dinner.

The 2-Day Tournament will include the first day of golf with both sponsors and athletes in a small Fivesome group with two athletes per team. On Tuesday, the final round of the tournament will finish with the NFL players competing in a private round of golf for the title of The Professional Open Champion. Both individual and team prizes will be awarded. Both days of golf will count toward the final score.

At the end, an individual Champion and a NFL team Champion will be crowned as the “Best of the Best’ in the NFL.

The Drew Brees Foundation

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

The BIG Three

2007-02-19T16:30:00.000-08:00

It's about Nutrition, Exercise, and Supplements.

What you eat!
How Active you are!
What choices you make to give your body an advantage!

Whether it's weight loss - sports performance, or just overall health.

The choices you make in these areas will determine your results! Choose to be a champion!

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Rich Chocolate Recovery Shake

2007-02-13T15:11:00.000-08:00

I can't say enough about how Advocare products have changed my work outs. I love my Spark in the morning. Nothing, I mean NOTHING, tastes better than a Post-Workout Recovery Shake! Today my daughter happened to ask for some chocolate milk when I finished my workout. I had the milk out, so I mixed my PWRS with milk instead of water. Wow! what a great tasting "treat"

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Great Products are easy to talk about!

2007-02-06T16:35:00.000-08:00

It was great to meet people at Sportmen's Adventure this weekend! I just love the fact that Advocare offers so many great products. I am so amazed that each product line can impact so many people. I have met people who love the Active Line - they use Spark and other active products. Other people love the Wellness Line and use many of those products to just enhance their overall nutrition. I happened to talk to someone who uses the Sports Performance line Saturday. To hear the excitement of someone who is such an advocate for Advocare excites me!* I have seen what the products have done for me. It is such an encouragement to hear other people's success stories too!

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

* not all statements have been evaluated by the FDA click on the link above for more information.

Thank you Advocare! Be a Champion!

2007-02-02T08:52:00.000-08:00

Check out these Advocare endorsers playing Sunday! Thanks Advocare!
You too - can be a champion! Right here in Des Moines Iowa! In Chicago, Indy, or Miami!

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Advocare Rocks

2007-01-25T20:18:00.000-08:00

It has been awhile since I have talked about my Advocare story...I can not say enough about Post-Workout Recovery. Wow! I have been using Muscle Fuel and Catalyst too. My work outs have been killer. I feel great and want to be in the gym. My clothes fit better and I just have a confidence back I have not had in a long time.

I always start my day with a Spark, and end it with Restore.

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Core Nutrition with Advocare

2007-01-22T19:36:00.000-08:00

Are you tried of dragging yourself out of bed? Do you try to eat right, most of the time? Well, I try and fail almost everyday. My diet does not give me all the good nutrients I need. Advocare helps by giving me a constant supply of the supplements, backed by a panel of scientific experts, to help people like me get those missing nutrients.

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions! Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Be a Champion! Drew Brees Advocare Champion

2007-01-15T14:37:00.000-08:00

Put a little Spark in your day! What does it take to be a champion? Make changes that impact your success...weight loss...strength...energy...what are you doing to be a champion? Advocare Works for me. Make it happen!
Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions

Click here for Sports Illustrated Jan 2007 Drew's Workout

Great Intentions - No More Excuses

2007-01-11T20:19:00.000-08:00

I was so excited to be at the Waukee YMCA today! What only 10 days into the New Year and the gym traffic is slower already. More room for me! People that started the Year with great intentions are slowly finding excuses to break their resolutions. I have to say that the Advocare Products I take have allowed me to stay focused on my fitness goals.

No more excuses for me! Spark starts my day off right! Add a little Muscle Fuel and I am racing to the treadmill. Top it off with Post-Workout Recovery it's no more sore muscles for me!

Spark gives me energy to get to the Gym, the Post Workout recovery keeps me feeling loose and relaxed. Advocare has eliminated two major excuses for me!

Five ways Advocare Launches you into Wellness Industry

2007-01-09T17:44:00.000-08:00

AdvoCare has the unique opportunity to reach people face to face and gives independent business owners flexibility by linking them with a company that provides quality, endorsed products. Best of all, you control your business. You are your own boss, which means you can:

* Work part time or full time
* Set your own goals
* Earn in proportion to your own efforts with your success limited only by how much you want to work
* Own your own business with a small capital investment
* Receive training and support from an established company

Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Five Ways To Have More Energy

2007-01-08T12:47:00.000-08:00

FIVE WAYS TO HAVE MORE ENERGY

1. Strong Foundation from Advocare Products like these...
A. CorePlex
B. OmegaPlex
C. MNS

2. Paying Attention to your Blood Sugar Regulation
A. Meal Replacement Shakes

3. Brain Neurochemistry
A. Spark - peer review articles to support research on Spark

4. Strength, Repair & Rejuvenation
A. Strength
a) Catalyst – amino acids are building blocks for protein
b) Muscle Fuel
B. Repair & Rejuvenation
a) Post Workout Recovery
b) Joint Promotion

5. Regularly Refresh
A. Rehydrate
B. Probiotic Restore – on an empty stomach

Find out more info here www.impactweightloss.com

Resolution Time = Advocare Time = Success

2007-01-04T14:48:00.000-08:00

Do you want to make the most of your New Year' resolution to lose weight? Check www.impactweightloss.com

Be a Champion...Set your goals and follow through... Let Advocare help you Today.

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions

Advobowl

2007-01-03T12:35:00.000-08:00

Impact your Weightloss, Impact your future!

Check it out...This week is Advobowl Des Moines 2007!

You can do it! Loss weight...Make an income $50 a month, $500 a month, $5000 a month...Build your business!

Watch your weightloss take off and your business explode!

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions!

Customer's Everywhere You look

2006-12-20T13:06:00.000-08:00

ImpactyourWeightlossHere

I just read a great customer service story on www.qaqna.com

Tom's blog reminds me how important it is to be aware of the people you interact with daily. Advocare products can help people live a healthier lifestyle. Being aware of each relationship around you can really open doors for communicating about Advocare products.

AdvoBowl Des Moines IOWA Jan 6th 2007

2006-12-10T17:46:00.000-08:00

Advocare Des Moines Iowa

Click above to learn more about Advocare's AdvoBowl in Des Moines, Iowa Saturday Jan 6th, 2007.

Make AdvoBowl part of your resolution for success in 2007

Each year millions of Americans make New Year's resolutions to get in better shape physically and financially. The AdvoCare opportunity is the way to help achieve both of those goals. Connect with the people you visited with during the Holidays and get them ready to roll in 2007 by attending a Super Saturday AdvoBowl on either January 6 or January 13.

In cities across the U.S., AdvoCare Distributors and their guests will gather at these first important events of the New Year. Commit to joining us and experience the powerful stories of personal triumph, robust training and motivating speakers. Don't have an event near you? Consider hosting one. It's as easy as gathering your team and guests in your own living room. Contact your upline Leader for further information.

Don't miss this opportunity to reaffirm your goals in 2007 ... debt freedom, better health and life on your terms through the AdvoCare opportunity. And what better way to get your team ready for National Success School, in February, than to get them revved up at one of these great events.

Impactweightloss.com

2006-11-27T20:13:00.000-08:00

Technorati Profile

How many ways does your job pay you?

2006-11-15T14:08:00.000-08:00

ImpactYourWeightloss

If you are tired of working for "the man" contact me - Check out the Advocare Informational Meeting in Des Moines Thursday Nov 16th!

Get stronger - more energy - and get paid! Works for me. Want to know more? contact fit4life@mchsi.com

Super Success School

2006-11-11T17:29:00.000-08:00

ImpactyourWeightloss

Wow what a great weekend! Such a wonderful opportunity to learn from some great leaders and peers at Success School here in Des Moines!

Advocare Distributors from all over the upper Midwest were in Des Moines for product training! New product launches! and Business Training!

Success School Des Moines this Weekend!

2006-11-07T22:00:00.000-08:00

ImpactYourWeightloss

I would like to share with you about an exciting event here in Des Moines this weekend. Des Moines is one of the host cities for Advocare's Regional Success School. You can learn more about success school at my site www.impactweightloss.com

There is an Advocare informational meeting Friday night and several exciting forums on Saturday. The best part is this is here in Des Moines!

2006-09-27T16:35:00.000-07:00

Impact Your Weightloss www.impactweightloss.com

2006-09-26T10:12:00.000-07:00

Impact your weightloss NOW

Too long since last post! I have been in the gym 3-4 times a week again. Once school started I had a rough couple of weeks. August was full of diversions that kept me away from the gym! After two or three of those weeks, I have been able to move past those diversions and get back into it. I really was surprised at how quickly I was able to see improvement in my woprkouts - usually after missing a couple of weeks I really lose ground. A couple of days into it and I really feel great!

Still love the Post Workout Recovery Shake- Now in a canister! and the Maderin Orange Spark can't be beat!

Advocare Waukee

2006-08-23T20:59:00.000-07:00

Advocare

Give Spark a try!

Impact Your Weight Loss IOWA

2006-08-01T18:39:00.000-07:00

Click to impact your weightloss

Just put a little time and effort into something as important as taking care of your self - Advocare can change your life. "All you need is a little Spark":)

RAGBRAI

2006-07-27T10:47:00.000-07:00

IMPACT YOUR WEIGHTLOSS

Just got back from 2 days serving HolySmoke BBQ on RAGBRAI.

Great couple of days...Tasted some other energy drink samples on RAGBRAI -SPARK blows them away!

I really felt good after 2 days of hard work selling BBQ, setting up, tearing down, and smokin' BBQ.

If you want a great tasting energy drink that can change your life click kthe link above for more info on Spark.

Des Moines Iowa needs more SPARK!

After vacation

2006-07-16T14:49:00.000-07:00

To Impact your Weightloss Click here

We just got back from a week in Florida...great time. Very relaxing...had a lot of fun at the beach and pool. For the first time in a long time I felt very relaxed and comfortable at the pool. The swimsuit is fitting a lot better than just a month ago!

The products continue to work. I look forward to my Spark in the morning, a little Post Workout recovery shake, and my MNS MAx Energy strips.

Even though I have not been able to hit the gym each day, I try to do a little something. It is funny how with all the gyms, technolgy and workout gear, just plain old push-ups can be a great work out! I am amazed at how two weeks ago during VBS I was unable to goto the gym a lot and I started doing 3 sets of 10 push ups, then 5 sets, now I can do 5 or 6 sets of 20! Okay - that is not all due to product! I know...I do know that Advocare Products continue to make me feel better and want to do more. When was the last time I woke up and wanted to do push-ups? Well, It was not when I had a coffee in one hand and a donut in the other. Spark gives me a boost in the morning to make something happen!

Just keeps getting better

2006-06-22T20:06:00.000-07:00

Pridebuildschampions

I feel great! good workouts - feel like eating better - clothes fit better - it's exciting

HolySmokeHams

2006-06-11T08:49:00.000-07:00

Impactweightloss

Okay, It has not been two weeks yet and I had someone else ask me if I had lost some weight!

I am amazed - I am taking 8 oz of Spark Energy drink before my workout. Then a chocolate post workout recovery shake. I also take the MNS Max Energy Program before breakfast and lunch.

I am down close to 10lbs. I can't wait to add more cardio to my workouts...swimming lessons are only 40 minutes so I really have been only able to work-out about 1/2 hour then a quick 10 minute run. when I stretch that out to 30-40 minutes I think I will see even more weightloss!

Strength Builds Pride, Pride Builds Champions

2006-06-09T12:25:00.000-07:00

Pride Builds Champions

Another great couple days on product...felt stronger today I was more conficent later in my sets...time to add more weight. I also have lost seven pounds in less than two weeks. That is even with getting stronger and building muscle...the key is the decreased calories from my lack of craving and bingeing!

Placed my first order as a member - yesterday!

Advocare's Newest Member

2006-06-07T21:12:00.000-07:00

Strength builds pride,pride builds champions

I am so excited today I got signed up with my member number for Advocare. Click the link above...

I had a great workout this morning. I only had about 45 minutes during my daughter's swimming lessons. I was able to hit it hard. I know I am getting stronger and it is increasing my ability to do more reps without a lot of rest in between sets.

Great Workout

2006-06-06T21:09:00.000-07:00

I had a great day at the gym. I really think the post-workout shake refuels and replenishes needed nutrition.

I am still impress with how I am not nearly as tempted to pig out on high fat high calorie snacks. Usually when I work out.. I tend to crave more calories. That is not the case at all with the Advocare products added to my routine.

I even sent a packet of Spark with my wife today. She had a 5:05 am flight and could use the boost from Spark. I will be interested to see if she tries it.

Monday -

2006-06-05T19:21:00.000-07:00

HolySmokeHams

Good workout at the YMCA today. Lots of energy...scale tipped at 144 so down about 5lbs in 6 days...I will take that.

I will be able to hit the Y again tomorrow...the girls have swimming lessons.

Not looking forward to Church...

2006-06-04T06:38:00.000-07:00

Okay- don't take this the wrong way. I love Sunday Mornings. A great time to go to Church and connect with friends and new people. I enjoy a great worship set, real teaching, and just the community of getting together to start the week.

One of the special little things I enjoy about Sunday morning is taking my cup of Starbuck's French Roast with me. It really is comforting and just plain soothing.

Well after taking the MNS Energy - I am sad to say I have lost the huge coffee crave that I have come to love:(

I am sure I can push through it! It is so hard to believe I can kick a huge coffee habit so quickly. Okay - I'll admit I still drink a cup of coffee in the am. I will say that since starting my advocare products I just have lost my huge craving swings for sweets...coffee...etc...Praise the Lord! Okay- I am off to Church, I guess I am being taught one of the little lessons...what is the most important thing about Sunday morning? Not the coffee!

Day 4 Enough Said!

2006-06-03T05:45:00.000-07:00

I was walking through the kitchen today, my wife gave me a hug - out of the blue she said "I think you have lost weight already!"

Day #4 - Awesome - Isn't that exciting!

HolySmokeHams

2006-06-01T20:04:00.000-07:00

HolySmokeHams

Okay- This week has been crazy. I was able to go to the YMCA today- excited about a great workout. When we got there my three year old decided she did not want me to leave her in the nursery or kids gym.

So we came home...not what I was planning to do. She was going to take some time in her room. I told her I would check on her in 10 minutes. Ten minutes later she was asleep.

So it was time for me to make do. I was able to do 5 set of 10 pushups... started a burn...then did several sets of dips. My triceps felt like they were going to fall off. Finished with some dumbell flys and tricep extentions.

Another not so perfect workout- but it was still effective and encouraging. I had some craving for soda this after noon. I have stopped a 1/2 pot coffee habit - cold turkey- with the help of just one spark in the am.

I am surprised that no headache from lack of coffee. I am noticing a lack of interest in high fat snacks(I can't believe I just typed that) But really enjoying some fruit... I had cold water and fresh pinapple today- it was awesome!

Well can't wait to see Friday's workout cause it is Garage sale time at our house...looks like improvising again or hopefully late trip to gym in the pm.

Later

Day 2

2006-05-31T20:45:00.000-07:00

HolySmokeHams
Wednesday May 31, 2006

After reading yesterday's entry I need to clarify- Advocare is not the same MLM as Amway... I just was making a point that I have been surprised by a few friends at a time when they were selling Amway...and God Bless them they were excited. real excited ...too excited.

With that said...I am EXCITED...Another great day. I did not get to go to the YMCA- I helped my father in law move a bunch of stuff from my garage and basement. Lots of stairs, lots of boxes, funrniture...a hutch here, a couch there...I am pleased to say...lots of energy...no sore muscles.

Not5 a solid workout, but still felt a little burn every now and then!

Let's see what happens at the gym Thursday.

ADVOCARE

2006-05-30T22:17:00.000-07:00

HolySmokeHams
After 20 months as a STAY AT HOME DAD, I have been struggling to get to the gym. I contacted my old college Football coach- Joe Hadachek last week. He has been involved with Advcare since 1998.

Today is my firstday taking Advocare...wow! I had a great workout. I had not been to the gym in over 2 weeks. Today I had a great workout I was focused and was eagerly searched out different lifts that have not been in my daily routine in years!

I can feel a difference in my recovery, and energy level. I did not spend all day craving sweets and thinking about food! I can't believe I have only taken product for a day and feel stronger, encouraged, and challenged.

Am I skeptical of the "opportunity" - Yes if you have been pitched Amway, as I have in the past - who would not be a little skeptical. BUT if the products continue to make me feel this great - you may have to hold me down and throw some tape on my mouth to shut me up!

Opportunities can come in many forms - right now - today- I am taking to the the opportunity to make wise choices, eat better, and excercise more. If I can spend more time with my family, provide more income, and help others reach their health and financial goals then- sign me up!

Blessings to you - kjw

Wurst Day

2006-03-07T10:51:00.000-08:00

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2006-01-10T19:42:00.000-08:00

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2005-11-20T17:27:00.000-08:00

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