Q: True or False: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day? (cue jeopardy music)
A: Sometimes……
That’s right on certain days it is in fact the most important meal of the day, on others it’s the second most important.
What takes its place of importance 3-4 times a week?
1-1/2 c. gluten-free pancake mix
• 1 egg
• 1/4 scoop Prograde Vanilla Protein Powder
• 1 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
• 3/4 c. almond milk (rice, skim, lactose-free, soy will work as well)
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
Carbs, carbs, carbs. That’s what everyone seems to want to talk about. How do I avoid carbs?
Well, what you should be talking about instead is, "How do I get more lean Protein into my eating plan?"
Now THAT is the right question.
You see, Protein is where it’s at. Check out these two little known facts about protein:
uses more calories to digest protein than other nutrients. Pretty sneaky, huh? Good sources of Lean Protein come from foods such as:
Fish, eggs, poultry, lean beef…
But some people have trouble eating enough protein each day. Some people would like it to be more convenient for them.
If that’s the case with you then I have VERY good news. And it’s news I’ve been waiting to tell you for some time now.
My buddies over at Prograde Nutrition have finally released their pharmaceutical quality whey protein.
You see, not all Protein powders are created equal. Prograde Protein:
– Delivers unparalleled purity through low-temperature micro-filtering
– Is naturally sweetened with Stevia
– Contains 5.3 grams of branch chained amino acids per serving
– Mixes instantly with just a spoon
– Enhances absorption and digestion via lactase and Aminogen digestive enzymes
Look, I’ve been waiting patiently for Prograde Protein to come out. But as usual, Prograde just would NOT release this product until they could get it as close to perfect as possible.
The best part is they are putting it on sale this week to celebrate it’s launch. You can get it at 10% off this week ONLY. Just go to www.BootyCampNutrition.com and you’ll find all the details. Including the coupon code to use when you order to get the 10% off your order.
But you need to hurry. For one thing, the special price ends this Friday, November 13th at 11:59pm EST. The other thing is, well, I cannot begin to tell you how highly anticipated Prograde Protein has been. There’s a very good chance they’ll be out of stock well before Friday even gets here!
So get yours NOW.
Sarai D. Jones
Regardless of what you think of the current administration, the media has made one thing perfectly clear: Women everywhere are BIG fans of Michelle Obama’s arms.
Now I know that past First Ladies have not usually worn sleeveless dresses. And you may not think it’s appropriate. You may love it. Whichever way you feel I think we can agree on one thing: The woman DOES have some sexy arms on her!
In fact, I’ve seen some reporters condemning her arms because they are flat out jealous of how good she looks.
After doing some research online it’s become clear that the First Lady makes it a priority to exercise. In fact, according to news reports she and the President get up at 5:30am three times a week to workout. Imagine that, two people as busy as they are MAKING time for fitness. Kind of puts the lame old excuse, "I’m too busy", to rest for good, no?
Hopefully whomever is designing her fitness program is recommending she consume the proper post-workout nutrition. You see, research has shown that recovery of muscle nutrient stores can be enhanced by consuming a specified mixture of carbs and protein immediately after a workout. This greatly improves the recovery time from exercise.
What does that really mean?
It means you’ll make the most of your workout so you can get those sexy, toned arms as fast as possible. It’s also exactly why I recommend Prograde Workout recovery shake to all my clients.
And while I have no idea if Michelle Obama enjoys College Basketball, Prograde Nutrition is having a sale on their Prograde Workout recovery shake to celebrate "March Madness."
Here are all the details:
– Again, because it’s College Basketball March Madness , the sale is 10% off all purchases of Prograde Workout
– When you checkout you will enter this coupon code to save the 10%: NCAA2009
(yes, that is UPPER case sensitive)
– The offer cannot be combined with others from Prograde Nutrition and it ends this Friday, March 20th at 11:59pm EST.
– If you choose their Smart Ship option the coupon applies to the first order only.
– Prograde Workout is NOT available in stores anywhere. You can only find them online here: Prograde Workout
Look, I’m not kidding about how much Prograde Workout will improve your exercise performance. It tastes great and it’s ready to drink in less than 60 seconds. If you want sexy arms this will help you see them faster.
Stay focused,
Sarai D. Jones
PS – Remember, it’s 10% off all Prograde Workout purchases this week only. The sale ends this Friday, March 20th at 11:59pm EST.
PPS – Prograde Workout is NOT available in stores anywhere. You can only find them online here: Prograde Workout
Fat loss isn’t rocket science. I know we love to make our problems seem much bigger than they really are, but when you really look at them they’re typically easy to solve. And that’s often the case with fat loss.
To prove it to you here are five super simple fat loss tips you can easily follow:
1) Stop guzzling liquid sugar. Yes, I mean soft drinks and juices and bottles of iced tea loaded with high fructose corn syrup. For the most part, a 12 oz can of cola is 150 calories of pure sugar. Have a couple of those a day…
2) I’ve written it a gazillion times and I will continue to – eat breakfast! If you want to make fat loss easy then make sure you start your metabolism off on the right foot.
3) Eat more fruit. Aim for at least 5 servings a day.
4) Eat more veggies. Again, aim for at least 5 servings a day.
5) Stop eating so many processed foods. If it comes in a box from your grocery store it’s most likely processed. The fresher the foods the better.
* Bonus tip*
You can make tips 3 and 4 a breeze by using a whole foods based multi. Personally, I love Prograde Nutrition’s VGF 25+ because it is made from 25 WHOLE veggies, greens and fruits.
Stay focused,
Sarai D. Jones
PS – You know I take my nutrition seriously. And it’s why I ONLY recommend Prograde Nutrition’s Whole Foods based multi. They have both a men’s and women’s formula.
As a fitness expert people always ask me, "What snacks can I eat that will help me lose ‘this’?" When they say "this" they are pointing to some part of their body that has a bit too much fat for their liking.
Now I think some people are waiting for me to say, "Oh, don’t worry, you can eat cookies, chips and candy all you want. Everyone has been lying to you. They actually make you thinner!"
Seriously, people really do want me to tell them what they WANT to hear.
But, fortunately, some people are serious when they ask that question. They really do want to know some healthy snack options for rapid fat loss.
So here’s what I tell them:
Those are all great options. But if you really want to treat yourself you’ve gotta check out Prograde Cravers. You can find them here www.BootyCampNutrition.com
They’re made with 100% organic dark chocolate. Plus, they’re only 180 calories and they’re out-of-this-world delicious.
Seriously, this isn’t your ordinary "tastes like chemicals or cardboard’ nutritional bar.
Definitely check them out.
Stay focused,
Sarai D. Jones
This morning I was sitting in front of my computer struggling to come up with a catchy title for this. I was thinking – yet again – about stressing the importance of breakfast to you.
So as I sat there trying to be clever I mumbled out loud, "Breakfast is boring."
And there you have it. That’s exactly how I came up with this title. But do NOT take this message lightly.
You see, I know you’re heard it a million times before. "You have to eat breakfast." And I know it’s not a super sexy message. But do you have any idea how many people I meet as a fitness professional that DO NOT eat breakfast? A lot. And do you have any idea how many of those people that don’t eat breakfast are overweight? Pretty much all of them.
Look, I’m not crazy. I know you don’t have much time in the morning. And I know many of you just aren’t all that hungry right after you wake up.
So let’s look at this another way. You get up each morning and go to work every day because you want a roof over your head and food on the table, right? Day after day after day you go to work because you want the RESULT of that effort.
Well, IF you want to burn fat, feel better and have more energy you WILL eat breakfast every morning. Period. End of discussion.
Some things are boring. Some things just have to be done to get the result you want. For those of you that want to burn fat all day long, breakfast is just one of those things.
Stay Focused,
Sarai D. Jones
PS – Prograde Lean is a DELICIOUS chocolate meal replacement shake that I recommend to all my clients. It’s the perfect solution to breakfast.
So by now you’ve probably heard that Olympic champion Michael Phelps has gotten himself into a little bit of hot (bong) water. I felt I couldn’t let this opportunity slip by without sharing some lessons from his mishap.
First, we all have to remember that we’re role models. Somebody somewhere is looking up to us for
guidance. It’s a shame Michael Phelps screwed up, but he did. What’s done is done. I know it reminded me that as a fitness pro, I MUST lead by example.
Second, again, he screwed up. And while I’m not one to give people a million chances, I do believe
in second chances. And forgiveness. Which, when it comes to melting fat and getting fit, is VERY important.
I can tell you from experience working with hundreds of people with similar goals to yours, you WILL screw up somewhere along the way. The key to success is to forgive yourself and move forward.
The people who truly fail are the ones that just give up the first time they make a mistake.
Third, this has nothing to do with what Michael Phelps has recently done, but it’s another great reminder. If you want a lean, hard body and 6 pack abs, you’re going to need to WORK. Regardless of his recent actions Michael Phelps is an Olympic Champ because he worked his rear end off. Don’t fool yourself into thinking that achieving your fitness goals is going to be a piece of cake.
Fourth, much was made during the Olympics of Michael Phelps and the massive amounts of calories he was consuming. If YOU want to get into peak condition you need the proper nutrition. Period.
Look, if you’re not eating enough fruits and vegetables you need a Whole Foods based multi like
If you aren’t optimizing your workouts by refueling with the correct blend of carbs to protein (based on the research) then you need to start using Prograde Workout like I do.
Anyway, when you see a news story like this one involving Michael Phelps, always remember to look for the positive lessons you can learn.
Stay focused,
Sarai D. Jones
PS – If you’re serious about your training and want the best nutritional products, then use what I use
– Prograde Nutrition
Valentine’s Day is almost here. And there’s a VERY good chance you have plans to eat out that night with your significant other.
And while I want you to have a great time, I do NOT want you to kiss your fat loss goals goodbye. Here are three quick Valentine’s Day Fat Burning Tips to help keep you on track.
1) Make sure you get a good workout in that day. Preferably strength training. It’ll have you blasting fat all day long.
2) Whatever you do, do NOT starve yourself all day long in anticipation of your big night out. That’s one of the worst things you can do.
3) If you’re having a chocolate craving – it is Valentine’s Day after all – you want to have some good dark chocolate on hand.
(Note: I recommend Prograde Cravers. See the bottom of this email as they are on sale this week!)
4) Start Valentine’s Day off with 2 large cups of water when you wake up. You also want to drink 1-2 cups before each meal as it will help you from consuming WAY to many calories.
Stay focused,
Sarai D. Jones
PS – Here are all the details on Prograde Nutrition’s 14% off Prograde Cravers sale:
Organic Dark Chocolate Prograde Cravers have no preservatives, only 180 calories and they come in three delicious flavors: peanut butter, almond butter and spirulina.
The even better news is they are on sale all this week for Valentine’s Day.
Here’s everything you need to know:
– Again, because it’s Valentine’s Day, the sale is 14% off all purcahses of Prograde Cravers
– When you checkout you will enter this coupon code to save the 14%: vday0909
– Shipping will take 3-5 days, so while I HIGHLY recommend you jump all over this sale, don’t purchase these as a gift expecting them to be their for Valentine’s Day itself. Buy them as a healthy gift for yourself or others.
– Sorry, Prograde Cravers are not available overseas
– The offer cannot be combined with others from Prograde and it ends this Saturday, February 14th at 11:59pm EST.
– Prograde Cravers are NOT available in stores anywhere. You can only find them online here: Prograde Cravers
It’s no wonder people are so overweight. It’s no wonder people don’t have the flat stomach they crave.
With TV commercials as misleading as they are it’s really no shock whatsoever.
You’re inundated with crummy information and myths every time you turn on the TV.
A while back they were running a commercial for some silly Rice Puff product. It was in an office setting and someone had brought in cupcakes for everyone to enjoy.
One woman looked worried she was going to ruin her "diet" because of the temptation and decided to "fill up" on a Rice Puff product.
Come on. You’re smarter than that. You know darn well that a rice puff thingy is not going to fill you up and stop you from stuffing your face.
For one thing, you need to expect these situations to arise. Whether you want flat, sexy abs or just want to get to a perfectly healthy weight, you have to have a plan for temptation.
Second, that means you need to plan meals so you aren’t completely starving when someone brings cupcakes to your office or something.
You know you need to eat small, frequent and nutritious meals if you really want to achieve fat loss.
Third, if you are looking for a great tasting healthy snack that fulfills your love of chocolate then look no further.
Prograde Cravers are just what the fitness pro ordered.
www.BootyCampNutrition.com
Cravers are only 180 calories and they are made with 100% organic dark chocolate. They are completely delicious and they are the perfect snack for busy people on the go.
They even come in three flavors. Personally, I love the Chocolate/peanut butter.
Anyway, don’t buy the hype on TV. You know better than that.
Stay focused,
Sarai D. Jones