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Only have 25 minutes to workout? Do this!

Too Busy To Exercise?

When I first started Excuse Proof Fitness, I surveyed a group of people to see what their biggest challenge was to getting in and staying in shape.  It probably won’t come as a surprise that the thing that came up the most was not enough time.

The first hurdle to overcome here is recognizing that you’ll never “have” time since it’s intangible.  Instead, you manage what you do with your activities.  You ALWAYS find time for what’s important to you.  If getting a drop dead sexy body matters enough, you’re going to find the time.

The issue is that most people think getting ripped means spending 45+ minutes on a treadmill in addition to resistance training.  This is the slow, boring, and downright less effective way to do things.  With the right routine, you only need 25 minutes a day and you’ll see dramatic transformations in a matter of weeks.

25 Minute Workouts

The most popular 25 minute workout routine is Focus T-25 which is run by Shaun T, the trainer in Insanity.  I just did one of these workouts the other day and it’s no joke.  There’s very little rest between exercises, but the movements vary enough that it’s not overwhelming.

The pros of this workout is that you can get incredible results in only 25 minutes a day.  The downside is that some of the moves require more coordination and it will take a little getting used to.  Shaun tends to incorporate more rhythmic elements in his routines which, even for coordinated people like myself, have a learning curve.

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Getting Started

To get started on Focus T-25, you have two options which both include complementary coaching and group support from myself as I’m a Beachbody coach.

The first is to get the workout program and get your breakfast included for 30 days with Shakeology, the ultimate superfood shake which is what I take daily.  I recommend this because not only will you get a greater discount, but I’ll offer personal one on one email coaching for anyone that orders here.

Order T-25 With Shakeology and get a personal coaching session and free book from me.  ON SALE UNTIL MAY 1st.

Another option for those who don’t want to take advantage of the special deal and health benefits of a superfood shake is to get the program by itself here.

Order T-25 Workout Program Only

If you have any questions, you may contact me at info@excuseproof.com

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Breville BJE200xl Juice Fountain Compact Review – Juicer Reviews

The Breville BJE200XL Juicer Review

Breville BJE200xl Review
Juicing is one of the absolute best things you can do for your health.  The problem I’ve had with juicing in the past with my Champion Juicer is the inconvenience of prepping the produce and cleanup time.  When I discovered the Breville BJE200xl after my friend purchased it, I rediscovered the joys of juicing.

While this juicer is not the powerhouse of some more end juicers, I’ve found it has more than adequately allowed me to juice greens, raw beets, and just about anything I can stick in the thing.  Keep reading to find out if it’s the right juicer for you.

Appearance

The first thing you’ll notice about the Breville BJE200XL is its sleek and modern appearance.  I really like the silver look and tone of it.  While this is a small point, it’s definitely not going to be an eye-sore to keep out on the counter top at all times.

Ease Of Use

Setting up the juicer is snap.  Just put a few pieces in place, and in about 20 seconds you’re ready to go.

I LOVE the wide opening on the Breville Juice Fountain.  I rarely have to chop things up too much because the large opening lets you juice entire pieces of small fruit, and only larger produce requires being cut into a few smaller pieces.

The engine is very powerful and takes very little effort to push the food down into the juicer.  Whereas I would sometimes have to fight with other juicers, this thing seems to just suck the food right up.

It then puts the juice into a 25oz container.  That’s always more than enough room no matter how much stuff I’m juicing.

It’s got a safety that requires you to lock the pieces into place before use.

Noise

I do consider the Breville Juicer to be a bit loud.   While it is quieter than some other juicers, there’s no doubt you’re going to be making some noise when it’s extracting the juice.  For me this is not an issue, but I would expect it to potentially wake some people up in the house if using in the morning.

Effectiveness

The Breville juicer is not quite as effective as my Champion juicer for getting the most juice out of the produce.  That being said, the pulp is pretty dry.  I would rate it as a good “middle of the road” type of juicer in terms of how well it extracts juice.

It’s got a 700 water motor that runs at 14,000 RPM.  The juice comes out of the food in a matter of seconds.  The entire juicing process is extremely quick taking no more than a few seconds to minutes depending on how much stuff you’re juicing.

Ease Of Cleanup

This is why I would highly recommend the Breville BJE200XL.  The cleanup process is so fast (about 5 minutes) that I don’t dread juicing anymore.

Some pieces are a little awkwardly shaped making getting into some nooks a bit difficult.  I haven’t experienced too much difficulty though cleaning it in the sink under running water.

It includes a small brush to scrub the screen with.  This is the most time consuming part of cleanup taking usually a few minutes to really get any debris out of the screen.

Cons

There are a few things I don’t care for.  One is that sometimes a few small pieces of greens will shoot out the top of the tube.  This makes for some additional cleanup of the counter.

Another thing is that transporting the pulp container to the sink to wash will likely drip some juice unless you keep something under it.

Finally, while cleanup is very easy, it can be a little hard to reach some places in the pulp container.

Final Thoughts

I would recommend the Breville BJE200XL to anyone looking for a good quality, affordable juicer.  It’s not going to have all the bells and whistles of a higher end juicer, but it certainly gets the job done for the vast majority of anyone’s juicing needs.  You can purchase it on amazon below:

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Breville BJE200XL Juicer Review

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LGN365 Review – How To Look Great Naked 365 Days A Year

What Is LGN365?

LGN 365 Creator

JC Deen – Creator Of LGN365

LGN365 is a fitness guide and series of workout routines created by trainer, blogger, and all around great guy named JC Deen who is well known among the fitness community as being one of the most respected sources for no-BS fat loss and bodybuilding information.  The name of the program stands for “Look Great Naked 365” because it covers just about everything a person would need to know to burn fat, build muscle, and enjoy an awesome looking body year round.

JC Deen has given me the honor and privilege be one of the guest experts he interviews for the program.  So naturally, any program with yours truly is going to be good.

I’ve since got a copy of LGN365 and, even though I would expect nothing less than something spectacular from JC, I was very impressed with how well put together his guide is.  Keep reading to find out what I enjoyed about the guide, and to get a no-BS look at if it is the right solution for your physique goals.

Who Is LGN365 For?

To begin with, you can tell this guide is obviously not aimed at the typical “get super huge” bodybuilding crowd, nor is it for the people looking for a “quick fix” to burn 30 pounds in 30 days.

That’s not because it doesn’t contain great information on how to burn fat or build muscle, but this guide is more for those who want to simply… look great naked.  More muscle, less fat, and what I would consider an “athletic” looking physique.  It’s for people who are busy with other priorities in their lives and aren’t looking to drop everything they have going on to go on a hardcore bodybuilding routine or a radical (and unsafe) fat loss routine for quick but unsustainable results.

That’s because the entire layout of the program is designed so the average person will quickly and easily be able to find out exactly what steps they need to take to reach their goals, but more importantly how they can integrate these steps into their lifestyle so they can maintain their great looking body year round.

What Makes LGN365 Different?

Extremely Effective: While there are certainly many good training programs and diet guides out there, JC has spent a good portion of his life digging into countless hours of research on everything related to body recomposition.  He has then tried and tested numerous methods not only on himself, but many clients to find the exact formula that is most effective for the vast majority of people.  Combine that with his connections to the world’s top trainers, fitness experts, and researchers, and you’ll realize how valuable it is to have all of that knowledge distilled down into one easy to read guide.

I’ve started to put the workout routines to the test and am currently utilizing his most advanced muscle building routine in the guide.   I”ll have an update post on my personal results later.

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JC’s Results

Hype-Free: The first thing you’ll notice about the program, and this says a lot about JC, is that it is very “hype-free.”  That’s because even though this stuff works far better than most nonsense out there, JC recognizes that overly hyping things up creates unrealistic perspectives in people.  Namely, people think in terms of quick fixes instead of lifestyle habits.

What Makes LGN365 Great?

Mindset Focused: If you’re familiar with my work, you know how much I emphasize mindset as playing the biggest role in getting results with your health and fitness routine.  Nothing works until you make it work, and JC knows how important the psychology of an individual is in terms of the results they will get.  He gives very simple but effective ways to get yourself motivated to not only get started, but stay on track day after day and year after year.  This is the missing link in most fitness programs, and by including it, he’s virtually guaranteed you’re going to stick through long enough to see results.

Step-by-step: You’ll know how much to eat including the proper ratio of fats, protein, and carbohydrates including automatic calculators to figure it all out just by typing in your body weight, activity levels, and goals.  You learn how to properly read nutrition labels. Exactly what exercises to do with the right amount of sets and reps for both fat loss and muscle gain.  You get a breakdown into how JC assesses what kind of program is best for someone.  You then get multiple programs to run through the year so your body keeps “guessing” and never adapts to one thing for too long. You even get exercise videos showing you proper form.

Basically, it’s like have a world class trainer right by your side giving you a personal evaluation and setting up all of your training and diet for you.  Except in this case, you learn how to do it yourself so you can always adjust and readjust as needed over the course of the years so you’re never left wondering what you should be doing.

This ability to never have to worry about “is what I’m doing really working?” is worth the price of admission alone.  So many people who try to piece things together only to end up unsure of themselves and hesitant to invest much effort.   But by having everything laid out with a system that has been proven time and time again to get great results, this allows you to leave second guessing behind and get straight to seeing your body start to transform.

Practical: Practicality is another thing that sets this program apart.  It doesn’t just tell you the “ideal” thing to do leaving people feeling like it would be next to impossible to actually fit the recommendations in with their lives.  Instead, JC is a realist.  He knows the everyday challenges people including himself face, and he doesn’t give overly restrictive rules.  This includes having things like multiple workout routines that fit into a variety of schedules and how to stay on track while eating out a restaurants.

Expert Interviews: The expert interviews really rounds out the program.  JC ties up any loose ends by bringing in others, like myself, to explain things like how to create habits that stick, how to prepare fast healthy meals, and how to sort through all the conflicting information floating around out there in the fitness advice world.

When it’s all said and done, anyone going through the guide will have all the tools to ensure they will be successful in reaching their physique goals.

Is LGN365 The Best Fat Loss and Muscle Gain Guide Out There?

I myself, and even JC wouldn’t say anything is the “best.”  There are many great programs out there that are effective for fat loss and muscle gain and it all depends on the individual and their circumstances.  But very few programs can match the caliber of LGN 365.  If I had this program when I first started, I would have saved myself a lot of obsessive worrying about things that ultimately don’t make a whole lot of difference and instead would have been able to focus only on what I knew was essential for my goals.

That being said, if you’re not able to invest at least several days a week to training in the gym and tracking your food intake, this probably isn’t the guide for you.  Because it follows a proven template of what will work for either fat loss or muscle gain based on real world testing, just randomly following bits and pieces of the system probably won’t yield as good of results as JC’s clients.  So, you’ll want to make sure you’re really committed and that your lifestyle allows for you to take some time and energy to learn and apply the system.

If you are committed and able, then I’m confident this program will give you what you need to look great naked 365 days a year.  I don’t recommend a lot of courses and programs, so I’m staking my reputation on this one by both including myself in it and recommending it here.  That’s how much I believe this guide will benefit my readers.  So if you’d like to look great naked all year round, click the link below to find out more:

Click here to learn more about LGN365 and purchase the program

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