With many people looking to get in better shape with the New Year as well as with summer months just around the corner, I thought I would highlight some of the programs that I have done as well as show my progress that I made.
Chalean Extreme
So what is Chalean Extreme for those that are wondering?
Chalean Extreme is a body-sculpting program designed to help you lose up to 60% of your body fat in just three months, and see visible results every 30 days. It uses resistance training to increase lean muscle mass, which has been proven to burn calories and raise your metabolism.
The program is broke down into three phases which I think was one reason I never got bored. I loved that every month was a completely different workout routine with new challenges. I started out out the BURN Phase with 3,5, and 10 pound weights. Once I went into the PUSH phase I decided I wanted to give it all I could and purchased some BowFlex Select Tech weights. This isn’t something you have to do but it’s a great option. If all you have is 10-pound weights, then she shows you how to make those feel even heavier you still get a great workout in the end.
How does Chalene’s Lean Phasing technique work?
The 15 extreme workouts are broken into 3 phases, so you keep progressing as you build strength and endurance.
- PHASE 1: BURN Start lifting weights to jump-start your metabolism
- PHASE 2: PUSH Learn how to lift heavy to build the muscle and burn more fat
- PHASE 3: LEAN Once you’ve built a foundation, Chalene brings it home with new routines and dynamic moves that melt the fat away
My Results:
I ended up dropping 6 pounds total, but I feel had I kept my diet in check through the entire program that the weight loss would of been a little higher. I also lost 10″ overall. This program did help make me a lot stronger and helped to really firm me up. This is a program that is fantastic for beginners and advanced. For a beginner you can start out with lower weights, but for someone that has lifted for awhile, there is no reason not to start out with higher weights. I plan to circle back around and do this program again very soon!
Here are my before and after. The first shot in each pose in my before and second shot is after.
What I thought about the program:
I personally loved the program as a whole. I was never bored with the program and always felt a challenge which made me strive harder to succeed. I loved that the workouts aren’t long which makes is very easy to fit in when the kids are sleeping or awake. Also, Chalene offers amazing motivation which really does keep you pushing play every day.
Was it worth the price:
It was totally worth the price to me because I was able to get a great workout in without leaving my home. Sure we have a gym here and as I mentioned above I did go during the summer. However, for my kids to be able to go to the nursey (which is an additional expense) I have to also pay for a family membership which isn’t cheap and with me the only one using it actual equipment, I just can’t justify the expense.
Did I use Shakeology through this program:
I did not use Shakeology through this program. I do drink Shakeology but I drink it for the health benefits that it offers me. Do I feel you can get great results with Beachbody programs without the use of Shakeology? I feel if you work the program and give it your all and are confident that you can keep a clean diet, then yes you sure can succeed in any program!
Would I recommend Shakeology:
Yes, i personally would recommend it because I have experienced first hand all the great health benefits it offers. Whether you use it as a meal replacement or a snack, Shakeology will fuel your extreme workouts with natural energy and feed your muscles the nutrition they need for a healthy recovery. Also, for me it gives me stronger hair and nails and much more.
