I've been working on both of this programs for the past few weeks and it's going well. I usually do my 21 Day Fix Extreme workout in the am and then add the Body Beast in the evening. I like that I get a combination of cardio and weights. I've completed both programs solely before, but I do like the extra workout and doing both at the same time. I'm preparing for Hammer & Chisel and thought this would be a great way to do so.
I have been following the 21 day fix meal plan, and adding extra protein each day. I'm also using Beachbody's new Performance line, which I love!!!
I start my morning with ENERGIZE ...which is designed to help you work harder for longer, and every rep you do, or every pound you lift, means quicker results. I absolutely LOVE this stuff!!! So I have this right before my 21 day fix extreme workout.
Then, after completing my workout I have RECOVER, which is a post workout drink. I love the chocolate flavor. This allows me to consume the right nutrients right after my training session which is one of the most effective ways to improve your recovery. The key ingredients are show to help support muscle glycogen recovery while managing exercise-induced muscle soreness.
After that it's time for my Shakeology which I love because it provides my daily dose of dense nutrition and I use this as my breakfast replacement each day. I like to try different recipes, but mainly I use water, ice, a splash of almond milk and some type of fruit, usually a 1/2 frozen banana.
Then I complete my work day eating on the well balanced 21 day fix meal plan. I do my second workout when I get home. I drink the HYDRATE during this workout. Water alone during exercise isn't the most effective way to hydrate. The body flourishes with an optimal balance of carbohydrates, electrolytes and water. This balance is known as the fluid's osmolality. Hydrate has been specifically formulated to account for your sweat losses during intense exercise, helping to improve exercise effectiveness and recovery.
Finally, after I finish my workout, dinner and shower. An hour before going to bed I have the RECHARGE-it's for nighttime and the flavor is vanilla, very good. During sleep, your body is primed for recovery. Recharge is formulated to enhance this with nutrients specifically targeted to get the most out of your night. Key components help combat exercise-induced muscle soreness.
So I will say having this performance line has definitely helped with my momentum to complete both programs at once. I think they are a nice addition to my already healthy plan, of having my shakeology each day and also following the 21 day fix meal plan. I'm looking forward to going through November strong, then starting the new HAMMER & CHISEL program in December, it's going to be amazing!!!
