What is Insanity Max 30 & What Does It Include?

It's been said that you're insane if you keep doing the same thing over and over and expect different results. 

I say you're insane if you don't JUMP on this awesome opportunity to get a workout that once scared the pants off me, but NOW can be done in just 30 minutes 5x a week! 

Whether you're a fellow Shaun-T raving fanatic OR a total NEWBIE to the world of at home workout programs (like P90X, Brazil Butt Lift and 21 Day Fix) this program is USER FRIENDLY... meaning that its great for the athletes AND those of you just learning the ropes of health and fitness... and here's WHY...

What are the results like?

Since this program is BRAND SPANKIN' NEW, results will start to flood in when we have people hitting their 30 and 60 day marks.. however please pick up your jaw after you're done staring at Lori Stuart's Insanity Max 30 DAY results... that's right... 30 DAY results... that's just HALF WAY through the program. Stay tuned, I will update this with more photos as time goes on and results come in! 

Who is it for?

Despite what you MAY think about Insanity, Shaun-T workouts and the really ripped people you see in his workout videos, this program is for EVERYONE and ANYONE who is willing to challenge themselves. I know that sounds HARD to believe considering Shaun-T delivers a TRUE ass kicking workout, BUT the great thing about THIS program -- Insanity Max 30 is that it ALSO included a modifier for EVERY move AND is continuously displayed on each workout DVD so that you can closely follow it. 

With 150 new cardio moves you better believe that its got to fit the fitness veteran to the newbies just getting started. That was one thing missing in Insanity (the original) -- there was NO modifier and the workouts demanded a somewhat higher level of athletic ability (at least in my opinion). 

What is Insanity Max 30? 

SO, what is Insanity Max:30 EXACTLY?? We know of Insanity... we know that its between 40-60 minutes for the old workout program... but what is the whole MAX 30 about? Well, sit back, relax and absorb. It's simple.

INSANITY MAX:30 is the challenging new 30-minute, in-home workout program from Shaun T, creator of INSANITY and Focus T25 (along with Hip Hop Abs and Rocking Body)

INSANITY MAX:30 will be the hardest 30 minutes of your day (2% of your day) Get ready to MAX OUT.  What does that mean exactly? It's not about "getting through" all 30 minutes, it's about going as hard as possible, for as long as possible, until becoming "MAXED OUT" (i.e. until taking the first rest and/or breaking proper form). No equipment needed… just push to the MAX for INSANE results in just 60 days for 30 minutes a day, 5 times a week. 

Can you spare 2% of your day for the body you want? Now if thats not a cheesy pick up line, I don't know what is! 

What's included?

12 WORKOUTS ON 10 DVDS

Month 1: Shaun alternates killer cardio and Tabata-style strength workouts all in preparation for your end-of-week challenge, Friday Fight.

Cardio Challenge
30 minutes of the hardest cardio sequences you’ve ever tried. Welcome to INSANITY MAX:30.

Tabata Power
Your strength training starts here with traditional Tabata-style “20 seconds on, 10 seconds off” workout structure. Your muscles will beg for mercy.

Sweat Intervals
Just in case you didn’t think Cardio Challenge was hard enough, you’ll have 30 minutes of screaming, sweating, calorie-scorching madness.

Tabata Strength
Shaun T takes it up a notch in this NO REST, Tabata-style strength workout. You heard right...30 minutes, no rest.

Friday Fight: Round 1
It’s a battle between your mind telling you to push to a new Max and your body saying “OMG, are you serious?” And this is just Round 1.

Month 2: You’ll feel like you’re back at Day One as the intervals get longer, but the rest stays the same.

MAX OUT Cardio
This may be the craziest cardio workout you ever tried. Just wait till you get to the first Power Move. What minute are you Maxing Out at now?

MAX OUT Power
The intervals are longer in this “45 seconds on, 15 seconds off” Tabata-style plyometric power madness.

MAX OUT Sweat
The more minutes you make it through, the more you sweat and the more calories you burn. Now you know the meaning of “twice the sweat in half the time”.

MAX OUT Strength
Your arms, shoulders, chest, and core will be toast after this upper-body-focused, “45 seconds on, 15 seconds off” Tabata-style routine.

Friday Fight: Round 2
The new “hardest workout ever.” Every move is a minute in this final fight between your body and your mind. Who’s going to win?

PLUS TOOLS TO HELP YOU MAX OUT YOUR RESULTS:

Nutrition to the Max Guide
No complicated diets or strict meal plans here. This simple portion-based plan shows you how to eat what you love and still reach your fitness goals.

Max Out Guide
The secret to great results with INSANITY MAX:30? Pushing to your Max every day. See how to do it, and why it’ll help you get insanely fit.

Max Out Wall Calendar
Shaun’s got it all planned out for you. Find out which workout to do each day and keep track of your Max Out times to see your progress.

No Time to Cook Guide
Everything you need to MAX OUT your results even when you’re on the go. From fine dining to fast food, you’ll know the best options to fuel your body and stay on track every time.

AND 2 FREE BONUS WORKOUTS

Pulse
Shaun’s version of a recovery workout, this is a low-impact combo of stretching and small “pulsing” movements that’ll definitely make you feel the burn.

Ab Attack:10
This 10-minute routine will feel like an attack on your abs, but you’ll love the rock-hard results.

Where can I get it?

Now, I know a lot of frugal people out there would consider ordering it from Amazon, Ebay or some other 3rd party (or the slums of craigslist -- please read the sarcasm and humor behind my words) because I DID it too. When I bought P90X off craigslist (hey we've all been there and I'll fess up to my cheap sins) two of the DVDs didn't work, the guide was printed wrong and it was clearly a counterfeit with a country that rhymes with 'vagina' ... (AKA "Made in China") #girlpower

The reason I bring this up is because I don't want you to even waste the $60 it costs to buy a FAKE program with crappy printing and DVDs that skip. I've made that mistake TWICE... and for that price, I could have bought the original REAL DEAL with peace of mind. AND if the DVDs skip or don't work, you just call customer service and they will replace it for you! Its like insurance on your fitness ;-)

SO with that said, you can get Insanity Max:30 from your assigned Beachbody coach and their personalized link... whether thats ME or not! If you have NO clue what an 'assigned Beachbody coach is' let me help ya out... we're basically loyal customers who saw awesome results with the programs, decided to sign up as a 'coach' and help other people finish the programs and reach their goals. 

How Much Is It & What Are My Options?

Prices vary based on your investment and commitment level... there are several to choose from so hang with me on this as I explain each option! 

CHEAPEST: Insanity Max:30 Base Kit -- just the DVDs listed above + S/H $120 *free shipping for the month of December only! 

BEST DEAL: Insanity Max:30 Challenge Pack with Shakeology -$180 for the month of December (or any sale month) and $205 normally! 

This option includes the base kit DVDs with a bonus DVD when you order through your coach (or me), 30 day supply of Shakeology (we have 5 flavors to choose from) $2 shipping, access to our 30 day fitness support group on Facebook with the chance to win prizes (like another workout program or a fresh new pair of Nikes -- to learn more about the challenge and how to join click HERE) 

GREATER INVESTMENT: Insanity Max:30 Deluxe Package 

The Base Kit DVDs +

PLUS 3 ADDITIONAL INSANE WORKOUTS:

MAX OUT:15
Just as intense as the 30-minute workouts, but at least it’s half the time! This is 15 minutes of insane cardio, Shaun T style.

MAX OUT ABS
You'll alternate between seated and standing moves with 15 minutes of crazy core work that will MAX OUT your abs.

360 ABS
A 360-degree attack on your abs and core…on the floor, in plank, and more!

SHAUN T’S TOP AB-TRAINING TOOLS:

Ab Maximizer Workout Calendar
If you’re serious about getting that six-pack, follow Shaun’s plan for MAXED OUT abs.

7-Day Ab Maximizer
This is the plan Shaun uses to prepare for big photo shoots. It’s specifically designed to help you shed the fat and make those abs pop!

Core Comfort Mat
An essential tool for extreme core routines. Better than a standard yoga mat, it’s thickly cushioned to protect your spine, knees, and wrists so you can maximize your rock-hard results.

NAIL YOUR NUTRITION AND GET ON THE FAST-TRACK TO SUCCESS:

7 portion-control containers
Take the guesswork out of eating with these color-coded portion-control containers. They’ll help you eat exactly the right amount for your personal fitness goals, without counting calories or depriving yourself.

Shakeology shaker cup
Maximize your results with this 25-ounce shaker cup that mixes the perfect Shakeology shake or your favorite drink in no time flat.

Body fat calipers
Track your progress by measuring your body fat at regular intervals. Better than relying on the scale, these calipers make it simple to see just how much fat you’re losing with INSANITY MAX:30.

If this sounds all gravy to you, but you're STILL not sure which option to get, contact me! Lets review your goals together and see what the BEST fit would be for you physically and financially! It's not about breaking the bank, its about breaking bad habits and investing in your future! 

I look forward to sweating our asses off! <3 CIAO!

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Transformation Tuesday -- Spotlight: Samantha Carranza

Meet Sam! She's a perdyy and busy mama of 3 (one being a new addition to the fam), in school, working hard towards her fitness goals and is a newer Phoenix Dynasty Coach. She loves country, she's got a helping heart and knows what its like to get ass handed to her by Shaun T ;-) 

First and Last Name:

Samantha Carranza

Program Used for Transformation

Insanity

How did you get started with Beachbody?

my husband bought insanity three years ago and I finally gave it a shot and officially fell in love!

Why did you decided to use this program for your transformation?

I love the way inanity makes me feel everytime I complete a workout.

Where does your motivation come from?

My motivation come from myself, my kids & my husband. I want to be the best possible version of myself not only to make myself happy but to set a great example. My kids and my husband are my biggest fans. They keep me going daily.

What were your results like? How did that make you feel?

They were amazing! I am not done yet but I am definitely happy with how far I've come in just 60 days

What are your honest thoughts about the program?

I cannot say anything bad about insanity I absolutely love it!

How has your mental fitness changed since day 1 of the program compared to the last day? Besides the physical results, how did it affect you on the inside?

Along with my physical results it has definitely given me a little more confidence and helped with my anxiety

What 2-3 things do you feel helped you complete your Beachbody program? What tools helped you stay focused?

Number one key to my success was having support. Everyone was rooting for me so it was important to show them all I could do it! also tracking my workouts and meals reading daily motivational quotes helped me big time!

What advice would you give to someone who is considering starting an at home Beachbody program?

Start where you feel comfortable insanity isn't something everyone will love as much as I do but with the help of your amazing Beachbody coach we can find you the perfect program for you! Beachbody has a program for everyone!

You can contact Samantha, HERE.

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T25 on SALE - T25 Womens Results

It’s prettyyyyy crazy to look back at what I accomplished about this time last year with T25… I certainly had my reservations about whether or not a 25 minute workout program would deliver results. When it comes to fitness, I’m skeptical first and then ‘show me’ next. I know a LOT of you are probably like that. You want to KNOW it works before you invest right? Heck, we ALL want that.

But… sometimes you have to INVEST first, and find out NEXT. For a while there, I was WAITING for things to happen. Waiting to see if my stomach would go back to how it was in high school (the good ole days of fast metabolism and burritos are long gone), waiting to see if my lower body would shape up, waiting to feel more energized, waiting… waiting… and waiting.

Sometimes you have to leave the waiting room and go into the operating room. You gotta get down to business and identify what you NEED to MAKE happen in order to get the results you’re looking for.

And at the point the tool lying on the ‘surgical table’ so to speak was T25. I wanted to see if a 25 minute cardio/body weighted resistant program was going to get me from where I was to where I wanted to be. I KNEW ShaunT would deliver a great program because I had done Insanity before (and loved it but couldn’t hang with the high impact and bad knees).

I think MOST of you know what happened after that… but if you don’t — it reignited my passion for fitness, it centered my vision on what I could do and wanted to accomplish, it made everything else seem POSSIBLE.

I started to see myself in a new light, more confidence, I became happier, more energy, and finally… EXCITED!

I don’t know where YOU are at exactly in your journey… but if you ARE ready for a change, I want you to know, you can’t WAIT for it to happen, you have to MAKE it happen! && lucky for you T25 and Shakeology are on sale till the end of August, which just so happens to be the cut off date for….

“LOOK at that BODY” (I workout) Challenge  And it only took 25 minutes a day, sometimes the difference between ordinary and extraordinary is just that LITTLE extra!

If this sounds like something you would want to check out, please don’t hesitate to fill out this APPLICATION RIGHT NOW (or at least bookmark it for later — I know that I forget it easily if its not done asap)

I cant wait to see YOUR results. I’ve seen mine, they’re great but its 100x more exciting to see new ones! Will it be you?

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P90X BEFORE and AFTER Women's Results!

<<REWIND>> To Jan 2011. I was about 20lbs overweight, which on a small frame MATTERS (I’m a whopping 5’2). I just remember feeling so frustrated with what I saw in the mirror, I kept thinking, “HOW did I let myself get here??!” I felt uncomfortable, nothing fit right, and if it fit, it was tighter and I was self conscious. Yoga pants became my best friend (we’re still pretty close) and I avoided mirrors.

But when I couldn’t ignore the reflection anymore, I knew it was time I would either change or this new “me” was going to pull me down and reek havoc on my self esteem which would spread to ALL areas of my life (as it already started to). I knew that being miserable with myself was just a few days away...

It wasn’t some HUGE choice that made me gain 20lbs, it was the small seemingly insignificant choices I made everyday... to skip a workout, to eat out, to sleep in a little longer, going over my portion size... it was the small things through out my days, weeks, and months that led me to that point. I had to get REAL with myself and when I saw my before photos.. it was enough to catalyst myself into CHANGE. and LASTING CHANGE at that.

<<FAST FORWARD>> 90 days later. Down 17lbs, way more confident, stronger, lighter, leaner. I felt AMAZING! And along the way I got people to join me in losing weight.. and I haven’t stoped since then. Was it easy? HELL NO! Worth it? UH YEAH! But I felt so GOOD, I felt NEW, and clothes fit! The mirror wasn’t intimidating anymore, in fact, I started to see the IMPROVED me shine through. I want that for you too! Are you ready to make better choices everyday so that just 3 months from now you can be happier with the reflection? If you’re ready for a L-I-F-E-S-T-Y-L-E change, well HEYYY I got NEWS! Change is NOW. And I’m going to help you get there. 

**and a 26in waist here! 

If you’re fed up with your fat like I was, and you want your clothes to fit right, message me. The only way to get started is with one SMALL seemingly insignificant (but more profound then you’ll know) choice to talk to me about your goals. And then together, WE will find the best route for YOU to your new life path to healthy, happy and FIT!

& to show you where I am now...

*now a 25" in waist! Who's counting. 

Your CALL TO ACTION: No one is going to do it FOR YOU. No one can press play, make you sweat or make you eat right. But I can help you through the process... because I've been there! Ready to get started? The good news: P90X is on SALE right now, the very program that got me 17lbs lighter! and you ALSO get Shakeology with it for only $50 more when it's normally $130! So you're saving BIG BIG!!! You're saving way more than I invested! and you can get it here! 

To order and get started, CLICK HERE <<< and then I will contact you and we will get you going! REady to change your life? GREAT, ME TOO! 

There's no time like the present, take ACTION. Your future self NEEDS you to decide NOW that you are going to COMMIT! 

If you're still on the fence about this... message me. Lets talk about the best plan for you.

Ask yourself, What will it COST me if I don't change NOW? What will it do to my self esteem? to my personal life? to my love life? my relationships? how I see myself and others? 

I hope you make the choice to jump ALL in <3 you deserve it! 

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Which should I do FIRST--T25 or Insanity?

So I've been getting a LOT of questions lately about good ole T25! It's our NEWEST program via Beachbody and honestly, besides BBL and CLX, my FAVORITE and prob soul mate workout as well.


T25:



However,  a lot of people already OWN Insanity and want to try it (maybe again for the 3rd time)... however not everyones fitness levels are the same.

Here's the thing, Insanity is freakin hard. Not what you are going to expect or what you may have expected. I remember my FIRST Insanity workout... I did the warm up and thought that was it, while wiping sweat off my face and dripping down my abs. Hallelujah praise Shaun T it was over... but it wasn't. I looked at the timer and I still had 30 minutes left of the madness!

A few suggestions if you are trying to decide WHICH to do... 

- DO NOT just pick Insanity because you have it.... esp if you haven't done cardio or worked out for a good solid 45 minutes in a while. Why? Because Insanity will kick your ass so hard (and so good) that a lot of people get frustrated that they feel incapable of finishing. I've had a ton of customers say, "Abby--Insanity is so hard, I can barely get through it and Im really struggling"  A LOT of the time, Insanity is at a level that may be too high for you at the moment. It doesn't mean give up, it means either modify, take it slower and learn the moves or build the momentum... do as much of the DVDs as you can and don't beat yourself up if you don't finish every workout. I had to build up as I did P90X!

-KNOW your fitness level... 1-10
1 being you haven't worked out, you're totally clueless as what to do
5 being you've worked out here and there, never been totally committed, but looking to learn more--can do most moves, but you're slower and building stamina
8 being you're a workout freak, you do pretty well, theres room for improvement and you're dedicated to your journey and hour long workouts don't completely kill you. You can handle cardio, weight lifting, etc.
10 being you barely need a break, you're looking for a new challenge, working out is a lifestyle habit, and you're a an eat clean machine.

If you're at 1 you can do T25- sure it will VERY hard but you have Tania to modify with (she's the hottie Asian in the DVDs) and if you're at a 10 you CAN STILL DO T25 and get an ass kicking workout.

Basically T25 is GREAT for any level. You can either modify or you can make it harder! Add more reps, higher weights, better form, faster high knees, you name it.

-Try the Insanity fit test. Do each move for one minute and count how many you did... if you're absolutely dying, try T25 FIRST. Here's an example:

-When in doubt, pick a workout that you may feel more comfortable with... I know they success is out of your comfort zone, but better to try a workout, see how it goes and if you need more of a challenge, pick a more intense workout. Trying to GO HARD and CRAZY right off the bat (esp if you are at fitness level between 1-6) could leave you with an injury (and back injuries are hard to heal!) BUT STILL PUSH! YOU WILL NOT SEE RESULTS IF IT'S TOO EASY OR YOU ARE HALF ASSING IT.

-Realize that Insanity is much more plyometric--meaning a lot more jumps, a lot higher jumps, burpees and up/down movements. Insanity also has a 9-10 min warm up, 5 min stretch and about 20-30 min cardio/weight resistance HIIT workouts. T25 has very few water breaks or pauses, it's GO GO GO, but it's only 25 minutes, so every SECOND literally counts.

-Which do you have time for? If 45 mins-1 hour is too much for you at that level of intensity, Insanity may be a better choice once you have built stamina. If you're a runner, or use to working out for an hour and you want a challenge, this is a  GREAT program for you. If you're looking to only have a about 30 min cardio sessions because you are also weight lifting or doing other workouts, T25 is your best bet! You get just as worked in less time.

-What's your history?! If you have a history of injuries and can't jump as much (bad knees, hips, back, etc) T25 is a great way to start back into cardio with out all the heavy impact of jumping around. Insanity is KNOWN for high tuck jumps, diamond jumps, switch kicks, etc and all that can be very tiring on a body thats been through injury. Be smart, don't let EGO get in the way! I believe you can start small, build the muscles around the injured area for support and then start increasing intensity.

T25: 10 weeks

• -25 mins a day/5x a week
• -HIIT workouts, burn outs, resistance bands included for Beta phase
• -2 phases: Alpha and Beta. Alpha is the first introductory phase focused on form, speed and agility. Beta increases the level of difficult. Add on GAMMA phase (like me) for an extra 4 weeks of T25!
• -Alpha Phase 5 weeks
• -Beta Phase 5 weeks
• -little to no breaks
• no recovery weeks

Insanity: 60 days

• 35min-45 min- 1st month
• 55 mins - 2nd month
• 1 recovery week in between
• no equipment needed
• high jumps, HIIT workouts, lots of lateral and horizontal drills
• has water breaks--HIIT drills: 3 mins on,30 min break, repeat

In my HONEST opinion, I love Insanity. It will get you ripped, in 60 days if you follow it and eat clean, you're going to come out a lean mean machine... but now that I've tried T25 Im not sure how I can go back to Insanity! I'm sure I'll do it here and there, but I love how intense T25 is without the major time commitment. I also LOVE that it's less high jumps (bad knees here)! Oh and that it incorporates weights into the beta phase and gamma.

If I were you, I would start with T25 FIRST, and learn correct form, pace, and moves so that if you do decide to give Insanity a shot (or another shot), you won't be so SHOCKED. Then you can take your crazy self to AsylumI and AsylymII (for those of you who are die hard fans--maybe that will be my next?!)

If you need help deciding what works for you, please don't hesitate to contact me or email me at abbyfix@me.com! This is what I do for a living, for passion, for fun. And I LOVE seeing people succeed, reach their goals, and have their dream bodies! PRESS PLAY and join me!

P.S. When you get T25 and Shakeology together, you get Shakeology 50% off... not a bad deal until August 31st! Click here for more info! 

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