The official beachbody sucks thread
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Is that body by vi or visalage or what ever the same thing? I remember that 40 year old caligurlie was always answering questions with walls of copy pasta from visalage
Different company, same idea, get people to sell their stuff for a commission. Also Advocare, they are all very similar. Honestly I am a BB coach, I love the products and the company. I never sell on MFP and I never really try to sell in general, it just happens. That being said I am a degree holder in Phy Ed, and Nutrition, I am also a certified Personal Trainer and working towards my Group Fitness Certification..
Some of there stuff is pricy, however they also have great workouts for $20 so it just depends what you want.. To each is own.0 -
Ugh. Why does it matter how much someone paid for a workout program if said program got them off their butt and got them excited about exercising and they lost some weight/inches/body fat. I'm pretty against Shakeology and coaches in general, but the videos I think are great. I haven't paid for them, I've either borrowed them or found them streaming online, but they work.0
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Well I am a noob at working out...I just got Turbo Jam about 2 weeks ago. I paid almost 100 bucks for the VIDEO (not the "program" of losing "10lbs in 10 days" gimmick, or the "awesome diet plan that promises to get me to lose 10 inches in 10 days".) When i purchased from BB, I wanted the videos, with no intention to use any of the marketing "add ons". I know enough about diet/nutrition that if they are guaranteeing 10lbs loss in 10 days, that is basically water weight - which I have already lost.
I LOVE Turbo Jam. I feel stronger, and I look forward to working out. I am even struggling to take a 1 day break from it I love it so much. For the first time ever, I love to work out.
I HATE the "extras" (shakeology)...and in all honestly, since i used my brain when ordering, i saw the shakeology thing...and I just thought to myself "oh an expensive protein shake with promises"...no thank you.
Use common sense when buying these "programs" - there is no quick fix. bottom line. I spent $100.00 FOR THE VIDEO. This is my money, and I can spend it however I want...if people don't want to spend 100 bucks on a workout dvd, then don't (I have been over weight all my life...and at this point, I can not put a price on health)! I am not a coach...and I do feel the coaches are ridiculous as well and are not honest. They are sales people. Not coaches. I was even offered to become a coach..and I had to laugh.
Just use common sense, avoid the "gimmicks and add ons" when buying, and everything will turn out beautiful!
Shame on OP btw.0 -
I think it's a general consensus that people hate more on the shakes and buying food (similar to programs like Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers programs)0
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love how people are doing all this research on me and my wife.....creepy much?0 -
I'm close to the end of my 2nd week of Insanity, part of me likes it, another part misses my cross trainer. So far i've stuck to it, but I really wish it was more flexible (I guess I can change it up myself but I want to follow it since it's my first time).
Anyway, I didn't pay for it either ($100+ umm no thanks) and skip all the ad type stuff.0 -
I have loved every beachbody program that I've done, but I haven't given a penny to the company. Hooray for pirate bay.
This.... lol, although wouldnt say i 'loved' them...0 -
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love how people are doing all this research on me and my wife.....creepy much?
Sorry Dude, but when you post on here and have an open profile, people are going to look at it. Isn't that what you wanted? Didn't you want us to go to your profile, see what a great trainer you are, and sign up to send you money every month so you could tell us what exercises to do and what to eat? You even direct us to your Facebook page and website. One of them has a link to a company that sells supplements, much like BB?
If you are going to throw your hat into the marketing ring, you have to take the negative with the positive. If your 'business plan' is to start a thread bashing a product that a lot of people on here use and have been successful on, then it isn't a very well thought out plan.
I personally haven't used any of the BB products, and have no intention to use them, (in case any coaches are thinking of sending me a PM), but if they work for some people and have helped them regain their health, then more power to them.
Certified trainers are a dime a dozen today. Anyone can go online and get certified to be a personal trainer. It means nothing.
Now if you have gone to college and have received a degree in PT, or nutrition, etc, then you may have some credibility, and be able to start a business. I would suggest starting off working for a reputable doctor, or PT clinic, or even working as a trainer for a fitness chain, before jumping online and starting a personal training business.
I am not trying to be rude, just telling you like it is. And your methods so far are not going to work very well.
Lots of people on here have figured out what worked for them and have shared their knowledge with others to help them out as well. But once you put a price tag on your advice, then you open yourself up to all kinds of scrutiny. If you can't handle that, then stay off internet forums.
ETA, and if you used to be a BB coach, and are now going on public forums bashing the product, you might want to look thru your paperwork when you signed up with them to see if there is any fine print against doing such a thing. You may be setting your self up for a lawsuit. Just sayin.0 -
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j123/Navyqt320/Back040313.jpg
THIS is my REASON why I quit P90X..I wasted almost a half of a year doing silly lifting moves..
Figured out my OWN lifting program (Thanks to my wonderful Husband...jalloggio) and THESE are MY results!!
You want REAL results?? get a REAL program!!!
END OF STORY!!!
thats my rant!
So, are you going to share your secrets with the class?
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love how people are doing all this research on me and my wife.....creepy much?
Um - how is it creepy? Somebody posts a thread like this -- particularly in Fitness and Exercise, not Chit-Chat and I am going to look at their profile to see what their deal is.0 -
If her husband is such a stellar personal trainer with years of experience why did his wife do a beach body program for 240 days?http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j123/Navyqt320/Back040313.jpg
THIS is my REASON why I quit P90X..I wasted almost a half of a year doing silly lifting moves..
Figured out my OWN lifting program (Thanks to my wonderful Husband...jalloggio) and THESE are MY results!!
You want REAL results?? get a REAL program!!!
END OF STORY!!!
thats my rant!
So, are you going to share your secrets with the class?)0 -
If her husband is such a stellar personal trainer with years of experience why did his wife do a beach body program for 240 days?http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j123/Navyqt320/Back040313.jpg
THIS is my REASON why I quit P90X..I wasted almost a half of a year doing silly lifting moves..
Figured out my OWN lifting program (Thanks to my wonderful Husband...jalloggio) and THESE are MY results!!
You want REAL results?? get a REAL program!!!
END OF STORY!!!
thats my rant!
So, are you going to share your secrets with the class?)
Because , she wouldn't let me. You know nothing about my wife, she wanted to try things her way first.0 -
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j123/Navyqt320/Back040313.jpg
THIS is my REASON why I quit P90X..I wasted almost a half of a year doing silly lifting moves..
Figured out my OWN lifting program (Thanks to my wonderful Husband...jalloggio) and THESE are MY results!!
You want REAL results?? get a REAL program!!!
END OF STORY!!!
thats my rant!
So you take a picture that clearly has favorable shadows accentuating your definition and you think you've made improvements? It has been a long time since I did P90X, but if I remember correctly it has you doing a truckload of body weight pull ups. And pull ups did nothing for your back? While I agree that a more rigorous strength training program would give better/faster results, your example is a bit misleading, no?0 -
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love how people are doing all this research on me and my wife.....creepy much?
Creates thread trashing the integrity of a large group of individuals.
Does not wish to have his integrity checked..... irony much?
I think we've seen what we need to see here. Best of luck in your business. Thanks for checking in.0 -
I think that any "shake" or weight loss pill thing is a scam. Hard work and diligence is what will give you lasting weight loss results.
But...I am doing Insanity, and I do love it....and even though I'm not using their supplement products, I'm still seeing results from it. I think ultimately, you need to just find a workout you enjoy doing, then it won't feel like a chore. Just because you buy one of their workouts doesn't mean you have to use the online tools they provide, but for people that maybe haven't ever worked out before or haven't been successful with a program, having the resources like that and a community (much like MFP) is helpful for them.0 -
I HAVE noticed that a lot of Beach Body coaches are OLD??? I don't get it... how come the younger generations aren't buying it? I guess we just got smart and downloaded it for free.
Whats the hype on Shakeology? I heard it makes you poop.
Young people don't watch infomercials as much, maybe?0 -
Well then that would make THIS thread a SPAM thread. BB isn't allowed to advertise on MFP, should work the same with anyone else!Ok, has no one else noticed that the OP has an 'online fitness coaching business' and Jules is his wife, trying to help him get business on here by starting a BB bashing thread?0 -
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love how people are doing all this research on me and my wife.....creepy much?
Creates thread trashing the integrity of a large group of individuals.
Does not wish to have his integrity checked..... irony much?
I think we've seen what we need to see here. Best of luck in your business. Thanks for checking in.
Welcome the internet.0 -
I have had more messages about doing beach body but I want to help people for free because I care. not to get involved in the mlm stuff. my stepdad actually viewed it to see and advised me not to get into that. yet I get private messages wanting me to join their business.0
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I'm not a fan of beachbody but it's pretty sad when you have to slam another system just to promote your own online business. Grow some and stand on your own. If your system works, then promote it without badmouthing others.
This.
I love doing Insanity and had amazing results. I dont buy the shakes, I think they are a waste. I spent $120 on the DVD set and it was probably the best money I ever spent and really isn't that much money anyways.0 -
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love how people are doing all this research on me and my wife.....creepy much?
Creates thread trashing the integrity of a large group of individuals.
Does not wish to have his integrity checked..... irony much?
I think we've seen what we need to see here. Best of luck in your business. Thanks for checking in.
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So just out of curiosity.... how much are each of your personal training sesions to the OP? $20? $60? The last workout DVD set I ordered was $45 and it kicks my booty. It's no joke. So I could get either one or two training sessions with a trainer ( which is a great idea if someone can afford it) or I can do what I can right now instead of putting it off and still strive to be healthy.
To each thier own.... I see merit as long as someone gets healthy. When I started this journey I could neither afford a personal trainer nor was I comfortable enough to go to a gym. ( I was over 330 lbs) . Yes....I used a beachbody program. GASP! Most of my weight loss is due to thier programs being part of my exercise.... though I also walk, do zumba and now weight train at the gym....but either way, the important thing is that if it gets a person up and moving, THEY ARE WORKING. Everyone has a different comfort level. To call beachbody a cancer to the fitness industry is actually pretty distasteful. You should be concerned for the health of people as a *Fitness Professional* and whatever means gets them to better health the better.
People buy supplements alllll the time. GNC, Walmart etc. If someone wants to invest thier hard earned cash into a particular brand, then so be it. It's a personal choice! Whatever is going to make someone work towards a healthy lifestyle.0 -
BB advertisement is not allowed on MFP, it was banned several years back because of all the fighting among the coaches. In fact no business should be allowed to advertise/spam the boards, OP's included. This would only seem fair...Please lock this thread. Its not nice to make negative comments to beach body. I would very much like to see only positive posts and threads about beach body. I'm not a beach body coach. I simply believe in the only free and equitable way to obey beach body mention them is in a positive light. This post does none of that for beach body.
Thank in in advance for the ethical treatment of beach body and its parent company Product Partners LLC.0 -
I definitely owe my life to BeachBody, P90 was the only program that could get me into getting off my *kitten* when I was 88+ lbs overweight.
I almost finished it, did a hybrid with some Les Mills Combat. I did not pay money for these programs. Let's say I borrowed it. I got really bored with these programs after a while so I switched to something more "me".
Then I started Insanity, and I was so super motivated and it is the one program I did not get bored with. So I bought it, for the main reason that I would do it for life, I wanted to have something tangible to keep my motivated just a bit more and I really wanted the shirt. $ 120 really isn't a lot of money for some people
Also: why ***** and moan about how much money it is when people spend this money for a 3 month subscription to the gym? The gym bored the *kitten* out of me, so I'd much rather spend that same money on something I will have for life.
What I do agree with is that BeachBody Coaches can be a real pain in the butt. I get messages from a coach at least 2 or 3 times a week (on MFP) asking if I want to join their support group on FB. And when I kindly let them know I will not be generating any money for them, they never write me again. There has just been ONE that told me that is OK, just join my group. I find Shakeology to be a bit of a scam also...0 -
Ok, has no one else noticed that the OP has an 'online fitness coaching business' and Jules is his wife, trying to help him get business on here by starting a BB bashing thread?
Great catch Debbie. I completely agree with you that this is shady business practice. The OP signed up on MFP 2 years ago but just started posted two weeks ago and his first thread was this fishing expedition.
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/937222-offering-advice-to-others
I wonder if his recent decision to become more active on the boards has something to do with starting a new career as a PT?
I bet a lot of us are wondering that now. Sounds like someone started a business without a good business plan.
Bad business model? How would you know anything about my model?
No i do not make millions like the all mighty Carl daikeler, and maybe i never will.
But what I do do is reach out to those and help those that do not have the money for hundred dollar programs!
I have clients all over the country, and i certainly don't have to justify myself to anyone.
Thats because you have no reason to charge 100$. BB is a professional multi-national company, they can get away with it, and they most likely make more costs than you do (if not, you're doing something wrong :P).0 -
Preface: While I am a Beachbody Coach, I no longer buy into the MLM business model and I think it's a crappy way to try and "help" people. I no longer sell Shakeology, and I have always helped anyone who asks regardless of whether or not I make money off them. That said:
So lemme get this straight... Beachbody sucks, but we love their workouts as long as we don't have to pay for them?
Maybe the GOP is right and our country HAS turned into a bunch of entitled slackers. Guess everyone does want something for nothing. Frankly it's pathetic. You don't need to buy it from a coach, you don't need to buy shakeology, but if you're using and benefiting from a product that took time and energy for someone to create and you feel they don't deserve to be compensated for it, then I guess you wouldn't mind going to work every day and working for free?
Piracy just pisses me off. Whether it's this or music or movies or whatever. The people that worked to create those things are no flippin' different from you. That's their job and their product and they DESERVE to be compensated accordingly.
But go ahead and ***** about $120 or less while you're shelling out twice as much for your gym membership and your starbucks frappuccinos. It's simply pathetic.0 -
This doesn't have to be complicated.
Weight Watchers is a company that makes money off people who attend meetings and use their tools. Why isn't anyone bashing Weight Watchers. They ARE making money from customers too. It isn't any different with Beachbody except the business model is made up differently.
WIth Beachbody you are not paying for support but rather you are paying for the products and you receive support for free from the Coaches as part of the package. It is through coaches that beachbody is offerring weight loss and fitness support to it's customers. If you want support and guidance to keep you motivated you go through a coach if not then you can just buy it off ebay, amazon, etc but you do not receive that one on one attention. I see it as fair. Beachbody is not keeping the money to themselves. They are sharing a portion of their sales to their customers who refer and support other customers who are interested in doing beachbody workouts. Some like it, some don't. Just like some people like Weight Watchers and some don't to each their own but I see it as unecessary to post a negative thread like this. Just because it doesn't work for you it doesn't mean that it doesn't work for someone else. We are not all cut with the same scissors. Individuals are different. Please respect that.0 -
BB advertisement is not allowed on MFP, it was banned several years back because of all the fighting among the coaches. In fact no business should be allowed to advertise/spam the boards, OP's included. This would only seem fair...Please lock this thread. Its not nice to make negative comments to beach body. I would very much like to see only positive posts and threads about beach body. I'm not a beach body coach. I simply believe in the only free and equitable way to obey beach body mention them is in a positive light. This post does none of that for beach body.
Thank in in advance for the ethical treatment of beach body and its parent company Product Partners LLC.
I believe Community Guideline (all hail) #14 clearly covers this already.
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/welcome/guidelines0 -
Yeah the workouts aren't for everybody but it gives people options especially if you can't afford a gym membership or just don't want to go to a gym. I was bored with P90x but I love Les Mills Combat and Les Mills Pump. I don't really think the price is all that bad considering you get a whole bunch of different workouts. I use heavier weights than the instructors do in the dvd and I have gotten some good results. I made my own schedule up combining Pump and Combat and it works for me. As far as Shakeology goes.....I tried it once when me and a few girls split a bag at work. Wouldn't pay that much for it if we didn't split it. Didn't really care for the taste and I didn't notice anymore energy. But to each his own and I guess if you have the money to spend on it and you like it then go for it! I'll stick with my $14.99 a can Body Fortress protein drink that I love from Walmart!!0
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