30 day unbiased Shakeology review

I am not a BB coach. My step-brother, who is a Dr. and has been in incredible shape for years, is a BB coach. He suggested I try Shakeology. I guess he told my mom first, because when he asked me to give it try, a months supply arrived via Fed Ex from dear old mom! I would have never bought this stuff on my own as I thought it was expensive and I did not like the idea of skipping a meal for a shake. So I had this free box on the island of my kitchen for two days staring at me, I figured what the heck. I have been using chocolate for three weeks now. At the end of week two I really noticed my increased energy levels. My digestive system is working better then it has in years and I felt so good I began exercising again. I have been on the up and down rollercoaster of diet and exercise for years and found myself tipping the scales at 250 lbs. I am 6' 1" and really need to lose 50 lbs. I got on the scale this AM and I am 240.5lbs!!!! So far it has been really working well for me as a meal replacement. Low cravings and I am more conscious of what I am putting into my mouth for regular meals. I don't know yet if I am just riding that rollercoaster down a really steep incline on my way to gaining another 10 lbs. I do know that I feel great while using this product for now and I will continue to use it I will post again in another month to let you guys know what has happened.

When I first took Shakeology I took a picture of myself, calculated my body fat %, and jumped on the scale to get my body weight. After that I took my first shake in a blender with milk and was really impressed by how good it tasted. I went about my normal routine of school, work, and exercise and continued to take it every morning with my breakfast. After about 4 days I really noticed an overall feeling of fulfillment. It was at this point where I noticed that my energy levels were enhanced and I had motivation to be active. (I sometimes struggle with energy) When I trained at the gym or at home, I noticed that my strength and endurance had increased as well. Within a month I had lost 8 pounds and felt absolutely incredible. By far the best I have ever felt. Now, I never go a day without the stuff.

I'm interested, how do I find a beachbody coach to buy it from?

Go to beachbody.com

I am not a BB coach. My step-brother, who is a Dr. and has been in incredible shape for years, is a BB coach. He suggested I try Shakeology. I guess he told my mom first, because when he asked me to give it try, a months supply arrived via Fed Ex from dear old mom! I would have never bought this stuff on my own as I thought it was expensive and I did not like the idea of skipping a meal for a shake. So I had this free box on the island of my kitchen for two days staring at me, I figured what the heck. I have been using chocolate for three weeks now. At the end of week two I really noticed my increased energy levels. My digestive system is working better then it has in years and I felt so good I began exercising again. I have been on the up and down rollercoaster of diet and exercise for years and found myself tipping the scales at 250 lbs. I am 6' 1" and really need to lose 50 lbs. I got on the scale this AM and I am 240.5lbs!!!! So far it has been really working well for me as a meal replacement. Low cravings and I am more conscious of what I am putting into my mouth for regular meals. I don't know yet if I am just riding that rollercoaster down a really steep incline on my way to gaining another 10 lbs. I do know that I feel great while using this product for now and I will continue to use it I will post again in another month to let you guys know what has happened.

Ok it's been a month since I posted this. I am still having chocolate shakeology everyday for breakfast. I have it with almond milk and a tablespoon of peanut butter. I am now 225lbs! Lost 25lbs since October. Now, it is not all from shakeology. MFP keeps me making better choices when it comes to food. But, my energy level has been incredible. I have been able to exercise consistently and I feel great. My digestive system is still working better then it has in years. My wife started it and she has lost 13lbs since beginning of November and has noticed the increased energy level as well. My friends and neighbors have asked me how I have been losing weight. I told them about it and MFP. I have become a BB coach. It saves me money on my Shakeology and maybe it will help them get a start on feeling better too. So I guess I can no longer give an unbiased review on Shakeology! I am a new believer. I have my 76 year Dad drinking it and he is suddenly exercising again and has lost 8lbs. I also got him started on MFP. I think the combination of this site and Shakeology can really give some people a great jump start on getting into better shape!

bump even though it's like 3 years old

What enzymes are you taking because of your gallbladder? Considering the gallbladder doesn't make any enzymes, and when the gallbladder is removed, the liver just delivers the enzymes it creates directly to the intestine. I've had my gallbladder removed, and never had to take any kind of enzyme or probiotic, because the gallbladder is just a storage compartment, it doesn't actually create anything.

As for Shakeology, it's bad rep is deserved. It's very low quality; there are much higher quality products on the market for much lower price. Beach Body has good workout routines, but their supplements are garbage.

Thank you so much for this review. As a personal trainer considering offering Shakeology to my clients, it's important to me to get unbiased input. -Addie

hi. i just purchased shakeology after thinking about it & sitting on the fence for nearly a month. i also just joined MFP to help me keep track of my calories. i only want to lose a pound/week until i've lost about 15-20 lbs. i'm 5'1" and weigh 117 [i've lost 3 lbs since just LOGGING in my calories].

anyway, i was looking for a RECENT review & saw yours - the first one. i also noted in it that you would follow up. this was important to me because just starting something is exciting but following thru & actually sticking with it is a whole 'nother thing. since i enjoyed your first review - i thought it sounded honest - i looked for the 2nd one and am now reassured about ordering the shakeology.

thank you for following up and letting us know how MFP and shakeology has helped you. i am hoping it will help me too :-) to at least eat healthier 1x/day. [i already enjoy working out]

Shakeology is just another diet gimmick. Try going vegetarian/vegan and get moving. That's all it takes. Stop making these people rich. Research shows that the majority of those who do anything different never learn to eat whole foods, and make healthy choices, resulting in going back to their old ways and regaining the weight.

http://www.sharecare.com/health/nutrition-and-weight-loss/is-shakeology-safe-effective-weight-loss-option

This site will give expert advice on this way of losing weight.

Just eat REAL food folks. Stay away from GMO's!

Shakeology is just another diet gimmick. Try going vegetarian/vegan and get moving. That's all it takes. Stop making these people rich. Research shows that the majority of those who do anything different never learn to eat whole foods, and make healthy choices, resulting in going back to their old ways and regaining the weight.

http://www.sharecare.com/health/nutrition-and-weight-loss/is-shakeology-safe-effective-weight-loss-option

This site will give expert advice on this way of losing weight.

Just eat REAL food folks. Stay away from GMO's!

Ugh, going vegan is just as much of a gimmick as Shakeology.

Thank you for your review. I have been thinking of trying Shakeology, but it's too expensive for me, so I've been looking around ebay for cheap sample packets, as I'd like to try all the flavors. So, your review has helped me in wanting to continue the search! I'll be on the look out for recipes as well depending on if I can find samples or not

How do you figure, and what credible resource do you have to back up that statement?

My Shakeology take - not a coach, love it, and love real food. But, when I'm at work, I don't have time to prepare a fully functional healthy whole foods meal. Quick, easy, good for you, and yummy...done. And, sold. I was keeping groceries in the office fridge at work and yeah, that's cool...but I personally love the ease of the go to shake.

Or, in the am, if I'm RUSHING out the door - I know I can get to work and BAM! There's my personal blender and my work stash of ShakeO.

Considering becoming a coach for the discount, but I recognize it's a pyramid scheme. So...meh.

By the way, I disliked the chocolate, but a coach friend sold me a bag at a huge discount. (She went vegan, and so wanted to unload her chocolate.) I went ahead and tried the vanilla and got hooked. Just got my first bag of greenberry yesterday...dude, sorry, I love it. Literally couldn't wait for my mid day shake. New Strawberry is coming next month.

Some of you are awfully snotty about "omg, don't be stupid...eat real food!"

My Shakeology take - not a coach, love it, and love real food. But, when I'm at work, I don't have time to prepare a fully functional healthy whole foods meal. Quick, easy, good for you, and yummy...done. And, sold. I was keeping groceries in the office fridge at work and yeah, that's cool...but I personally love the ease of the go to shake.

Or, in the am, if I'm RUSHING out the door - I know I can get to work and BAM! There's my personal blender and my work stash of ShakeO.

Considering becoming a coach for the discount, but I recognize it's a pyramid scheme. So...meh.

By the way, I disliked the chocolate, but a coach friend sold me a bag at a huge discount. (She went vegan, and so wanted to unload her chocolate.) I went ahead and tried the vanilla and got hooked. Just got my first bag of greenberry yesterday...dude, sorry, I love it. Literally couldn't wait for my mid day shake. New Strawberry is coming next month.

Some of you are awfully snotty about "omg, don't be stupid...eat real food!"

^^^^
Is how i use it.. more of a convenience then necessity..

does anyone have a good recipe for the vanilla shake?