When I learned about Beachbody’s FREE Military coach program, I was super excited! If your spouse is active duty Military (any branch), you can enroll as a Beachbody coach for free – all enrollment and monthly business fees are waived. Even if you don’t want to actively pursue the business, you can still get 25% off all the products.

It was so easy to enroll. You can download the form here. Just fill in the left side of the form and sign the bottom. Then fax or email the form. The information you need is included in the downloaded document. You don’t need to enter any credit card information since the enrollment is free. You can make your Beachbody purchase once you are officially a Beachbody coach and you’ll get your 25% off!

Be sure to also submit a copy of your spouse’s active duty orders or any suitable verification of status, such as a copy of your military ID or your BIR.

I love the fitness and health products and so does my husband. In fact, my family sent him Shakeology while he was in Afghanistan and it really helped him to get some healthy nutrients during his tour.

Using the fitness programs also helped us ladies stay in tip-top shape while our husbands were away! We had a blast doing Brazil Butt Lift booty workouts. Even the kids joined in the fun!

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As with the other Hip Hop Abs workout routines by Shaun T., you will be engaging in Shaun’s revolutionary Absolute Engagement technique of tilting, tucking and tightening your abs and body to an ultimate lean and ripped condition, without ever doing a single sit-up or crunch! Instead, Shaun T. will have you working out to basic hip hop dance moves with tons of Shaun T. flava! Not only will the good music keep you pumped up, but Shaun T. will keep you feeling motivated the entire workout, even when you think you’ve had enough.

Shaun gets your five minute ab workout started with about one minute of his “Rollin Extreme” dance move. This will get your body warmed up by moving your arms and legs while squeezing in a bit of what I like to call “standing crunches”. Next, you will spend about another two minutes working on each side of your obliques with the “Flo-biques” dance move. By this time, you are sure to start breaking a sweat. Following the oblique workout out, you will move on to the “Hammer Time” hip hop ab workout. Spending about a minute on each side, Shaun will have you doing forward and side leg lifts, including a good 25 seconds of pulses – ouch! If you can make it past this point without falling over, give yourself a swift pat on the back and quickly move on to the “Supa Flava Hoop”. This will lead you into a series of moves such as the “Superman”. Finally, you will spend the last 40 seconds or so slowing your heartrate down. This quick ab workout will have you feeling the groove while working your abs to that hard core six pack.

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Did you enjoy learning Shaun T.’s dance moves so much that you want to learn more? Then keep your ab workout going with Shaun T.’s Learn to Dance, Last Minute Dance also included in the Last Minute Abs DVD. Shaun and his girls will keep you moving and sweating with more dance moves like the Step Tap, Grapevine, Three Step Turn and even the “Shaun T. Move”. It is loads of fun, but also still a great workout. In addition, you can end your entire workout session with some great stretches with Kathy Smith’s Project You bonus workout. You can stretch your tired muscles and improve your flexibility and posture with Kathy’s Yoga Flex. It is the perfect ending to an incredibly fast, fun and effective ab workout.

Hip Hop Abs includes these 4 routines:

• Secrets to Flat Abs: Shaun’s exclusive training techniques target your upper abs, lower abs, and obliques while you burn fat. (13 minutes)
• Fat Burning Cardio: Burn calories and shed fat with hip dance moves and hot music. (30 minutes)
• Ab Sculpt: More signature moves to get you the six-pack you’ve always wanted without a single sit-up or crunch. (25 minutes)
• Total Body Burn: A head-to-toe workout that combines cardio and total body sculpting with even more ab-defining moves. (45 minutes)

You also get a step-by-step nutrition guide and 30-day workout calendar.

Bonuses are also included with Hip Hop Abs:

• Hips, Buns, and Thighs: Lift and firm those stubborn problem areas. No more boring squats and lunges—get back into your skinny jeans FAST! (25 minutes)
• Results on the Run diet guide: You can still eat at your favorite fast food restaurants, guilt free!
• 6-Day SlimDown: Lose up to 6 pounds in your first week!
• Measurement card & tape measure

>> GET HIP HOP ABS WITH SHAUN T.
(includes free access to online workout tools and community support)

I cannot stress enough just how exciting Shaun T’s Hip Hop Abs fitness program is! With Shaun T’s Hip Hop Abs – Hips, Buns and Thighs, you will tilt, tuck and tighten your way to flat abs and killer hips, buns, and thighs! It is so much fun knowing you are getting a great workout while doing Shaun T’s Hip Hop moves like “the freak” and “drive the car”. You will not be bored with the same old lunges, squats, sit-ups or crunches when you are hip-hopping it up with Shaun T! I started my Hip Hop Abs workout program a few days ago and I am already feeling the pain! But it’s like I always say, beauty is pain. So bring it on!

>> GET HIP HOP ABS WITH SHAUN T.
(includes free access to online workout tools and community support)

Hip Hop Abs includes these 4 routines:

• Secrets to Flat Abs: Shaun’s exclusive training techniques target your upper abs, lower abs, and obliques while you burn fat. (13 minutes)
• Fat Burning Cardio:  Burn calories and shed fat with hip dance moves and hot music. (30 minutes)
• Ab Sculpt: More signature moves to get you the six-pack you’ve always wanted without a single sit-up or crunch. (25 minutes)
• Total Body Burn: A head-to-toe workout that combines cardio and total body sculpting with even more ab-defining moves. (45 minutes)

You also get a step-by-step nutrition guide and 30-day workout calendar.

Bonuses are also  included with Hip Hop Abs:

• Hips, Buns, and Thighs: Lift and firm those stubborn problem areas. No more boring squats and lunges—get back into your skinny jeans FAST! (25 minutes)
• Results on the Run diet guide: You can still eat at your favorite fast food restaurants, guilt free!
• 6-Day SlimDown: Lose up to 6 pounds in your first week!
• Measurement card & tape measure

Plus, Learn to Dance with Shaun T— you actually get 3 more fun-filled workouts!

• Take It to the Dance Floor
• Hip Hop Groove
• Last Minute Dance

>> GET HIP HOP ABS WITH SHAUN T.
(includes free access to online workout tools and community support)

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Unlike most organic skincare lines which use a water base, all Juice Beauty products are made with a 100% certified organic juice base. This organic juice base is up to 50% higher in antioxidants and nutrients than non-organic juice also and surpasses the benefits of a water base by more than a mile. Juice Beauty products not only contain powerful antioxidants, but also offer age-defying ingredients such as polyphenols, hydroxy acids, DMAE, alpha-lipoic acid and coenzyme Q10. In addition, Juice Beauty products helps to create beautiful and glowing skin with exceptional ingredients like vital phytonutrients, Vitamin C and essential fatty acids and vitamins.

For the past two weeks, I have been using the Juice Beauty Green Apple Cleansing Gel and Juice Beauty Green Apple Antioxidant Moisturizer. So far, I love them both! The texture of the cleanser is fantastic. It is a gel base, but doesn’t get foamy. Even so, my skin is left with a nice and fresh feel after cleansing, minus the tightness. The moisturizer is perfectly light and gives my skin just the right amount of moisture and hydration. Overall, my skin feels soft and smooth and has a much brighter complexion. I definitely plan on using the Juice Beauty products throughout the summer. I eventually want to also purchase the Juice Beauty Green Apple Nutrient Eye Cream and Juice Beauty Green Apple Hydration Mask. I look forward to using the entire Juice Beauty Green Apple line and can’t wait to tell you all about it!

Oh, and I forgot to mention, with any purchase of $75 or more of Juice Beauty products, skinstore.com will send you a free travel size of the Juice Beauty Green Apple SPF 15 Moisturizer!

• Don’t skimp on the tissue by looking for the cheapest price with the largest quantity. With the constant blowing of your nose and dabbing of tears, you really want to use tissue containing lotion. This type of tissue will be the most soothing and gentle on the delicate skin beneath your nose and under your eyes. Also be sure to always have tissue with you. The biggest mistake you can make is using paper towels, napkins or other harsh paper products for blowing your nose and blotting your tears. Doing this will only cause further irritation and redness of your skin.

• Keep your skin well moisturized to avoid intensely dry and chapped skin. Look for skincare products that contain soothing and healing ingredients such as aloe vera and vitamin E. Creams that help reduce inflammation and irritation are also ideal. A fantastic skincare product that will do all of this for your skin is the Peter Thomas Roth Aloe-Cort Cream. I have been using this cream for years to treat my eczema. A little will go a very long way, so dabbing a drop on the sensitive areas of your skin throughout the day is a fantastic way to soothe the irritation.

• Pick up a gel-based hydrating serum like the Murad Cellular Replenishing Serum to treat the overall dehydration of your skin that is caused by allergies. Not only can you use this serum everyday under your moisturizer, but you can also use it as a special treatment for the sore skin under your eyes. In addition to over-the-counter eye drops, it is also a great idea to use cold tea bags as a way to treat the puffiness, redness and irritation.

• Maintain your beauty by using makeup products which will help to counteract redness of the skin and even out your skin tone. For example, a concealer with a yellow-base will cover up redness. This concealer can be used under your eyes, around your nose and for over any blemishes that may pop up. Continue using your foundation as you normally would in order to keep your complexion looking healthy and even. You may need to use a little more foundation in the areas that are being concealed, but be sure not to over do it. Another excellent way to brighten up your skin is to use a highlighter or illuminator. Clinique Up-Lighting Liquid Illuminator is fabulous for adding a pinch of color and radiance. This Clinique illuminator can be used with your foundation or just where you want to give your skin a little glow. A highlighter powder or stick can be applied to your cheek and brow bones to give add a little shine. Don’t forget to also apply a little blusher for some contrast and color. And lastly, use only waterproof eyeliner and mascara as to avoid a smudged and dreary looking eye.

As women begin to reach mid-age, most will find that their skin will become dull and uneven as a result of the damaging effects from sun exposure and natural aging. There are a number of ways to combat these skin conditions. Of course, the number one way to protect your skin from harmful UV rays is to apply a sunscreen everyday. However, to further enhance your skin’s protection, it is quite beneficial to incorporate antioxidant-rich skincare products, as well as food into your diet. Soy is one of the most favorable supplements in this regard.

Soybean oil, which is high in fatty acids, makes it an essential for our skin. When used as a topical treatment, soy delivers extraordinary results in reducing the appearance of not only fine lines and wrinkles, but also redness and discoloration of the skin caused by acne and sun exposure. It helps to even out skin tone and improve our skin’s texture, resulting in a brighter complexion and more radiant appearance. In addition to being loaded with antioxidants like Vitamin E and Vitamin B complex, soy also contains high-quality proteins. These unique characteristics all play an important role in prevention of premature aging of the skin. Fortunately, studies have shown little to no known irritation caused by soy, which makes soy-based skincare products an excellent addition to skincare regimens for all skin types.

There is credible research indicating that soy consumption can help to support the appearance of healthier skin. Thankfully, we are no longer limited to just tofu. Today there are a wide variety of food products made from soy such as soy flour, soy protein, sprouts, milk, yogurt and cheese. Soy flour is one of the more commonly used products made from soybeans and is actually more nutritious than wheat flour. When soy is consumed on a regular basis in the form of milk curd, it is exceptionally helpful in slowing down the aging process. Soy can also be used as a natural remedy towards eczema. A diet very high in soy can quickly ease the itching associated with eczema. Soy protein helps to strengthen and treat the skin by providing a sufficient amount of amino acids to replace damaged tissue fibers. Another reason soy is an asset to the skin is it’s ability to lower cholesterol levels and aid in weight loss, which allows increased blood flow and nutrition to the skin. The result is a beautiful and healthy glow.

I have actually found a liking for many soy food products. I particularly love to snack on soybeans. These pods are also known as “edamame”. Most people, such as myself, became acquainted with edamame while engaging in a sushi dinner. Now, you can purchase bags of frozen soybeans and prepare them at home in less than five minutes. Not only are soybeans a yummy snack, but they are obviously extremely healthy. Even my toddler son prefers soy milk over regular milk. As an alternative to flavored milk, we will sometimes give him some chocolate or vanilla soy milk, which he finds delightful treat. These are just a few examples of delicious soy foods that can be added to your diet. There are just so many options, it is inevitable that you will find a soy food that you’ll love. Give it a try and enjoy the benefits of beautiful skin, from the inside out!

The Wrinkle Cure: Unlock the Power of Cosmeceuticals for Supple, Youthful Skin is one of Dr. Perricone’s first books written to help guide us to beautiful skin through a healthy diet as well as his extended line of patented anti-aging skincare products. Dr. Perricone is a firm believer, as am I, that healthy skin cannot be achieved by the use of skincare products alone. In The Wrinkle Cure, Dr. Perricone makes a strong emphasis on the importance of a well-balanced diet, exercise and adequate hydration. He also explains how your skin will be rewarded with anti-aging benefits by introducing certain supplements to your diet, such as anti-oxidants, alpha lipoic acid and vitamin c ester. In addition to defending the skin from free radicals and premature aging, these supplements and many others mentioned in the book are vital to the overall health and appearance of your skin. The Wrinkle Cure will also name Dr. Perricone’s “Ten Superfoods”, which have been proven to work against certain health issues like diabetes, obesity and aging.

Secondary to changes in your lifestyle, The Wrinkle Cure will teach you all about how to determine and care for your skin type, how and why your skin ages, and how the above mentioned supplements plus many others can and will change your skin for the better when taken both internally and topically. You will also learn what skincare products are most beneficial to the health of your skin. In The Wrinkle Cure, Dr. Perricone proves to be a true advocate for proper skincare by not only introducing his own line of anti-aging and anti-inflammatory skincare products, but also a long list of skincare products from fellow skincare lines. I really found this aspect of the book to be extremely informative and professional on his part.

The Wrinkle Cure offers insightful skin care advice in a way that is easy to understand. I highly recommend this book to those who are truly interested in learning the process of our skin and how to make lifestyle changes in order to maintain the skin’s optimal health. If you are looking for a “quick fix” to reversing the signs of aging or the name of a secret “miracle cream”, then this is not the book for you. If you are serious about taking care of your skin from the inside out, you will find this book invaluable. The lesson to be learned from The Wrinkle Cure is how leading a healthy lifestyle, with consistent exercise, a well-balanced diet and daily care of your skin with proper skincare products, will help you to fight the signs of aging and continue to look and feel young.

Let me start by saying that I am a self-proclaimed chocoholic. I never have denied the fact, and I never will. I love chocolate. Every time I pop a piece of chocolate into my mouth, I know what the consequences are to my health. But until now, I never really knew the effect it would have on my skin – positive effect that is.

German scientists recently conducted a study which discovered that high levels of flavanol, a plant-based antioxidant found in cocoa, can help to reduce skin redness caused by UV light-exposure, if consumed daily. This conclusion is based upon two groups of women varying in age between 18 and 65 who were simultaneously given one cocoa drink everyday. One group was given high level flavanol cocoa, while the other group consumed a cocoa drink very low in flavanols. By six weeks, the group consuming flavanol-rich cocoa had reduced redness of their skin in response to UV-light by 15% and then 25% by 12 weeks. The other group consuming the low level flavanol cocoa experienced no change. The group of women drinking the cocoa high in flavanols also experienced enhanced moisture, texture and hydration of their skin. Again, the other group had no change. Scientists believe that these exceptional results are due to the improved blood circulation to the skin, which is essential to it’s health. In addition to protecting the skin from UV-light exposure, flavanols act as antioxidants, which defend the skin against free radicals and premature aging.

So does this mean you get to gobble down a big Snickers Bar everyday and throw out your sunblock? Sorry, the answer is a definite NO. First off, you must never omit your sunblock from your skincare regime. And secondly, since flavanols are found in cocoa, your skin will only benefit from chocolate that is as pure as possible . If you consume about three ounces of dark chocolate a day, (which is equivalent to the amount of flavanol in the cocoa from the German study), you can satisfy your sweet tooth everyday, while helping your skin stay healthy. How great is that? I don’t think it gets any better.

If you have a love for chocolate, delight yourself and your skin with some of these skin-friendly dark chocolates. Enjoy!