My late night carb binging experiment…

Today’s short video explains how you can strategically (by far my favorite fitness word eat carbs late at night to help you burn more fat.

I know we’ve been told for the last 2 decades to avoid starchy carbs and even fruits late at night, but believe it or not – it’s all just a bunch of hoopla.

In fact, I’ve been experimenting with this technique for a several months now and the results of my experiment may shock you.

Just hit the “play” button and you’ll see exactly why this cool trick makes so much sense.

Now if you like today’s unique strategy, then you’re gonna wanna download this brand new report my buddies Joel Marion and Craig Ballantyne (CB) just released this week.

They’re GIVING AWAY 3 more of their top tricks to help you DOUBLE your fat loss.

Inside you’ll also learn…

• A weird MRT trick burns fat for TWO days (page 7). Just use this trick every other day and you’ll automatically increase your metabolism around the clock.

• The ONE thing you should never eat with carbs (page 12).

• How you can burn NINE times more fat than your current exercise routine. Yes – you hear it right – NINE times (page 9).

• A brand new strategy called Carb Syncing™ (page 14).

Over 47,000 people have downloaded this free report in the last 48 hours. I know – CRAZY.

That’s cuz it’s jam packed full of killer info and it’s all 100% *free*.

Download it now (while it’s still available).

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Uncover WHY your cheat day may NOT be working like it should…

In today’s video, I reveal exactly what to do BEFORE your cheat day to prime your metabolic triggers and make it virtually impossible to gain fat (no matter how many calories you eat).

Let’s face it. Cheat food is a part of life. We’re all gonna do it so why not just make it part of the plan?

Additionally, we all need to cheat for 2 very important reasons…

1. Psychological: By focusing on a reward every week, you’re more likely to follow through and have more discipline on your “non” cheat days. Plus, it makes life and fat loss wayyyyyyy more fun!
2. Physical: Your metabolism and hormones will fight against fat loss if you don’t strategically cheat on your favorite foods at the right times.

I reveal all the details and break it down for you in today’s video.

I even talk about an awesome trick to use for planning your cheat days this summer. Gotta love that.

Also, if you haven’t yet had a chance to grab your copy of my buddy Joel Marion’s report based on this entire philosophy, you can still pick it up here:

5 tricks to TRIPLE your fat-loss results <== FREE download

Joel has a couple of very interesting (and super cool) strategies regarding cheat days in this report, which I actually agree with completely.

In trick #2, he tells you the #1 thing you must avoid AFTER a cheat day to potentially double the amount of fat you lose in the next week.

In trick #4, he goes into greater detail about what to do BEFORE your cheat day to set your body up for the ultimate hormonal effect during your cheat.

Joel’s tricks are dead on in terms of how to increase the results you get from a “cheat” day or your cheat meals.

Over 60,000 people have already downloaded this sucker, so obviously this stuff works. You can grab the full report here:

5 tricks to TRIPLE your fat-loss results <== FREE download

Shaun

The TRUTH about carbs…

In the last 3 videos, we uncovered a lot of myths about carb intake and the feedback has been awesome. Here’s are links to the first 3 vids (these are very short too) just in case you missed them…

Part 1 ==> HOW to eat fruit for Fat Loss

Part 2 ==> WHY You Should Eat MORE Carbs

Part 3 ==> Carb TIMING Secrets Revealed

In today’s mobile video, I reveal the real truth about carb combinations. I actually parked my car for this one because I needed to focus on the content for you

Just hit the play button above and you’ll learn…

• The ONE macronutrient (food) you should avoid after your workout if the goal is fat loss or gaining muscle.
• The perfect combination of food to have before and after workouts.
• How to use a carb strategy that keeps your body in a fat burning environment and promotes lean muscle gains – simultaneously.
• The ONE carb rule to follow daily when you’re trying to lose weight.

Most folks make the wrong choices and combine the wrong types of foods before and after their workouts. It’s not JUST about healthy foods – it’s about the strategy.

Helping you reach your maximum fat burning potential,

Shaun

P.S. Stay tuned…if you like this video series, you’re gonna love the “14 Day Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp & Meal Plan” I put together to give you a jumpstart for summer 2011!

It’s an aggressive burst of fat loss strategically designed to utilize all the benefits of carbs while burning an insane amount of fat – in only two short weeks.

COMING SOON!

When to Eat MORE Carbs and When You Should NEVER eat carbs

In today’s short video, I uncover some carb timing secrets that you probably have never heard about before. Most people think you just need to avoid carbs later in your day or before bed.

True, but it’s only HALF the equation.

Just hit the play button on today’s video and you’ll uncover and learn…

• The 2 anabolic windows when almost ALL carbs for the day should be consumed
• How to strategically time your carb intake so you don’t block growth hormone
• The only time of your day you WANT to spike insulin with proper carb intake
• How to TRICK your body into burning more fat while forcing your muscles to absorb more carbs

IMPORTANT: We don’t know if you like (or dislike) this stuff unless you TELL US!

So please – remember to hit the “like” button and drop your comments below if you have questions.

This is some of my favorite stuff, but who cares unless you like it too!

Your friend and coach,

Shaun

P.S. In part 4 of this series, I reveal the one type of food you MUST avoid before and after workouts to maximize your fat burning hormones.

Discover How To Use This Unique Exercise Approach To Fight
Bad Hormones With Good Hormones

Everybody knows that spot reduction is a myth – right?

Maybe not.

After I learned about the 3 tips in today’s video, I just had to share it with you so you can reap the benefits too.

This is probably one of the best (and coolest) approaches to address “problem area” fat that I’ve ever seen. And NO, it’s not about ab exercises or some gadget. This is a legitimate solution to addressing fat loss plateaus and stubborn body fat.

Here’s the “Catch 22” of fat loss that we all have to continuously deal with.

Most of us can lose some weight, but it doesn’t take long before – BAM!

We hit a plateau.

If you’re eating healthy, exercising consistently, and you’re still not losing – most likely it’s a “hormonal” issue.

If you struggle with stubborn or problem area fat in specific areas, the way you exercise can offset the nasty fat storing hormones and replace them with powerful, fat fighting, “all-natural” hormones.

In the video above you’ll discover:

• Why Estrogen is responsible for hip and butt fat and how you can offset with Density Training.

• Why Insulin is responsible for love handles and back fat (b.t.w. this is me), and how you can use Dynamic Training to fight back.

• Why Cortisol is responsible for belly fat (this is my wife Karen right now – joy!), and how you can use Lactic Acid Training to release fat fighting Growth Hormone.

After you’re done watching today’s video, make sure you grab this FREE pdf that was put together by our buddy Roman.

He’s the inventor and master of this unique and fun approach.

He calls it: Final Phase Fat Loss <== FREE Report

Enjoy all the cool new stuff!

Shaun

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Watch The Video Above And Discover The Following Specific Tricks and Techniques For Maximum Metabolic Manipulation And Results

• The specific exercise routine you need to follow to enhance the fat burning effect.
• The fascinating benefits and proven fat burning science of Strategically Fasting.
• The exact rules and guidelines you need to follow to unleash an arsenal of fat burning hormones and how you can create a fat burning chemical reaction from this plan.
• The amazing science and important differences of Strategically Cheating (Wednesdays) vs. Regular Cheating (Saturdays).
• Alcohol intake rules and guidelines.
• The crucial importance of Water Intake and Damage Control.

We hope you enjoy this plan as much as we have. Not only has it been a blast….it works like charm!

Karen has been blown away by how much she’s been able to enjoy herself this summer while STILL keeping the weight off.  Now it’s your turn!

Your fat is just waiting to be burned with this plan. Now go get em’!

Also, make sure you leave a comment below and let us know what you think of this fun and unique approach.

Helping you stay lean for life,
Shaun and Karen

Download Your Metabolic Manipulation Chart Here

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Karen and I we’re blown away by ALL the comments on the last blog post!

It was also a big wake up call that we all need to support and help each other with this whole motivation thing.

WHY?

Because Motivation = Consistency.

And consistency guarantees results as long as you’re following an efficient and proven plan.

Speaking of efficiency and a proven plan, this week we’re going to be sharing a brand new 12-minute workout AND a brand new food cycle.

But first, we need you to let us know which one of motivation tactics you’re going to use in today’s short video…

Let’s keep helping each other with this whole motivation thing. How?

1. Watch the short video above right now.
2. Post a comment below on which unique tactic you’re going to implement that best fits your personality.

Committed to helping you overcome your fat loss obstacles once and for all,
Shaun and Karen

P.S. Remember, as soon as we help each other get motivated for exercise and eating right, we’re going to give you the exact plan you need to follow through.

We really think this is THE most powerful fat loss cycle we’ve ever used. We would even venture to go as far as saying it’s as powerful as Wendy’s famous 7-Day Diet.

We know that’s a very bold statement, but that’s how much we believe in this plan.

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Karen and I have been remodeling our house and doing a lot of traveling on our off time since summer started, so things have been a little…well NUTS!

We’ve been making it a top priority to focus on our motivation tactics to help keep our body fat levels low for the summer.

You see, it’s not genetics or a secret fat burning pill that makes us fat burners…it’s consistency. How do you stay consistent? One word: MOTIVATION.

We know for a FACT, that motivation is one of THE secrets of the fat burning journey.

So we got to thinking: “Do our subscribers and followers actually know how to use our unusual motivation tricks to stay on course like we do?”

We use a few very unique methods to stay motivated for exercise AND eating during the summer when we always want to party down and eat bad food.

We use things like music, pictures, reward systems, strategic cheating, and even a strategic diet and exercise plan (we call it “The Ultimate Summer Fat Loss Cycle”) that we’ll share with you in the next couple days. This is some VERY sneaky stuff. ?

What about you? What strategies do you use to stay motivated for fat loss and exercise during summer?

We’ll be sharing this new and innovative summer fat loss plan in the next 7 days, but we need to know how you motivate yourself for exercise and fat burning nutrition first.

Half of getting the body you want is knowing exactly what makes you tick and keeps you going day after day.

Next, you MUST write it down (or type it) so your brain can take action on your commitment. Do this right NOW by leaving a comment below and let’s help each other across the fat burning finish line!

We’ll talk to you in the comments section below!
Shaun and Karen

P.S. Type out below what your TOP 2 or 3 motivation strategies are. We guarantee you’ll be 50% more likely to immediately follow through with your commitment because you typed it below. Research and study after study show this works EVERY time, for EVERY person who puts their strategies in writing.

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I wanted to let Karen share the strategies she uses to stay on track when it gets warm out and life becomes so crazy you can’t seem to keep up.

Today’s video covers exactly how we both use the following 3 tips to live the fat burning good life…Enjoy!

1. Schedule It

We know it’s obvious, but it works! You must plan and prepare ahead of time and schedule your workouts, meals and snacks.

We’ve heard it for years, but it’s SO true. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail!  Just like opening the doors of your business in the morning, making it to a doctor’s appointment, or picking up your children from school or practice, exercise and nutrition must be scheduled.  We have found that performing 12 to 30 minutes of exercise within an hour of waking up works best for most people.  In fact, research shows that a healthy individual can potentially burn more fat and calories in an intense 12 to 20 minute exercise session performed in the morning on an empty stomach than an entire hour of exercise performed in the evening after eating a few meals.

Not only do you save time and burn more fat and calories;, but it’s also out of the way and supercharges your metabolism and energy to take on your entire day.

Treat your food intake exactly the same!  Take 15 minutes every night before bed and plan your next day’s eating and exercise into your schedule. This will help you create more time than you have ever had because you won’t be chasing energy or waiting in a fast food line.

2. Use an Accountability System

This is the “Difference Maker” in your journey. You must seek accountability on a daily basis to beat the battle of the bulge for the long haul.

In order for you to be successful at home or in business, you have to hold yourself accountable to certain daily obligations, tasks and large projects. When it comes to being a parent or a mate, we also hold ourselves accountable to spending time with our children and our significant others.  If you don’t invest the time necessary, your business and financial life suffer…and of course ultimately our relationships and family life suffer as well.

The same is true with exercise and nutrition.  Most people fail with fitness because they lack an accountability system.  There are a few different ways to do this depending on your personality, and of course, desire to succeed.

The best accountability system is to make a financial commitment.  This not only will ensure you the proper way to do things, but also can obligate you through structured appointments or a financial investment. It “hurts” a LOT more when you have to reach into your pocket, and you’re much more likely to follow through.

Another great way to be held accountable is to enter a contest or event with a goal or deadline.  This positive pressure will help you stay focused on a pre-determined goal, and by having a deadline, it creates the urgency needed to help develop consistent habits.  I personally love scheduling a photo shoot. If I have to be in front of a camera on a certain day and time, it creates a healthy sense of urgency to be ready.

The last method of accountability to use is partnering up with a friend or mate and committing to weekly workouts, trainings, or some type of intense classes such as group training, spinning or kickboxing. If possible, it’s a good idea to pay monthly, or in advance, for a package or series of classes for that extra incentive to follow through.

3. Follow the GL-12 Law of Consistency: Strive to be consistent, not perfect

Learning to develop realistic, long-term lifestyle changes is the key to health, vitality and weight management.  In order to do this, you must come up with a plan that will set you up for creating habits that will last a lifetime.

Because we are all human, we will fall off probably more than once a week.  The key to achieving great results is knowing that when you do fall off, you get right back on track instead of giving up completely.

Karen and I personally like to schedule our workouts before or after events, holidays, or special occasions. If we know we’re going to cheat, we just work out 2 or 3 hours beforehand to rev up our metabolism, or the very next morning as damage control.

Everybody falls, but great people overcome their adversities and immediately get back up.

There will never be a perfect time to begin forming fitness habits so the best thing is to begin now by taking small steps today. Use the Law of Consistency. Remember, fat loss and fitness are a journey…NOT an event!

We have found over the years that consistency, not perfection of the basics described here, will give you the philosophies you need to be productive in fitness, business and in life!

Leave a comment below and let us know which one of these strategies you’re going to use and how you’re going to use it.

Here’s to staying lean for life,
Shaun and Karen

P.S. If you really want results, why not invest in a system that actually has a “results guarantee” and can hold you accountable at the same time?

Here you go: www.LeanForLifeCoaching.com

A New Year’s Message From Wendy Chant

Well, another new year has come and gone and, with it, we all likely made – and broke – more than a few resolutions on the way to spring. One of those resolutions, probably the most popular one, in fact, was to “go on a diet.” If you’ve already broken your resolution to go on a diet this year, you’re not alone.

At any given time, according to the Calorie Control Council, 33 percent of Americans – some 71 million people – are on a diet. According to the Institute of Medicine, they spend more than $40 billion a year on weight reduction products. Yet, nine out of ten people who lose weight by dieting gain it all back within a year.

Why are so many people failing on their diets? Most people fail to lose weight in this fast-paced, confusing climate of “over information” because so many programs offered today are impractical, costly and too difficult to sustain.

Did you know that 66 % of American adults are considered “overweight?” This trend grows steadily every year because conventional dieting methods simply don’t work. In fact, rather than losing weight, the average American continues to gain 1 to 2 pounds a year according to the American Heart Association.

Books, diets, talk show health gurus, websites, infomercials – clearly, there is no lack of diet and weight loss information out there for you to choose from. But which is the best choice for you? And, when you make it, will your diet book of choice contain all the parts of the code that can last a lifetime?

Of course, there will always be the gold standard for diet books, titles like Atkins, South Beach, Sugar Busters and Body for Life. These perennial bestsellers have managed to capture the public’s attention – and stayed there – thanks in large part to the fact that each contains some piece of the Fat Loss puzzle. As such they often work to create Fat Loss in the short-term, but how long do they last? Chances are – not very long.

This year I want you to take a resolution “do over.” That’s right; no matter where you live or what month it is or what season of the year we’re in, it’s never too late to resolve to stop dieting forever. That’s right; the author of a new health book just told you to stop dieting.

Why? The reason is simple: diets don’t work. They are short-term fixes to long-term problems. After all, you didn’t gain the weight overnight, why should we think we can get rid of it that quickly. Instead of resolving to diet this year, resolve to live; live a healthy, hopeful, happy life that isn’t restricted by calories, carbs or crash diets.

Pledge to lose the fat realistically and practically, and give yourself the time to take it off – and keep it off – effectively. Forget “crashing,” “dropping” this or expecting “instant” that; lasting, permanent change takes time. I always say that we shouldn’t expect to cash in on last year’s resolution until next year, so give yourself the gift of 365 days to achieve your goal.

After all, aren’t you worth it?

Wendy Chant
Co-creator of Get Lean In 12
Author of the bestselling book Crack the Fat Loss Code (McGraw-Hill, 2008) and
Conquer the Fat Loss Code (McGraw-Hill, 2009).