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Terry’s Fitness Tip of the Week

Alex Isaly — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 21:44:01 +0000

Looking for a new way to incorporate interval training into your workout? Check out these incredible tips with R.I.P.P.P.E.D.’s Co-Creator, Terry Shorter as he demonstrates how to use the jump rope to benefit you and your workout.

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A Good Trip: Clean Eating on the Fly

Terry Shorter — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:23:45 +0000

There’s something about travel that brings out a carefree spirit in everyone, along with a license to splurge. Whether you’re road tripping, chasing your kids across the park or bounding around the country chasing down clients, staying healthy on the road can be an all-out battle of the binge. To satiate your snacking fix without completely sabotaging your diet or suffering a melt down, put down the ding dongs and pack a host of treats that’ll keep you energized and flying high! These snacks go the distance.
1) F+V, naturally: Getting 5-9 servings of fruit + veggies a day when you’re on the road can be a feat of nature, but grab ‘n go solutions are easy if you think ahead and opt for items that stand up to the elements.
Chop up bite size carrots, broccoli spears, celery sticks and radishes. Or, cut an apple with a corer and spray with Eat Cleaner to prevent browning. 2 seconds to goodness.

2) Food Should Taste This Good: That’s the name of the brand and we love these better-for-you chips when you need a crunchy fix. Multi-grain tortilla chips are made with flax, sunflower and sesame seeds so they come with functional benefits. Flavors like Olive and Jalapeno appeal to your worldly tastebuds while Chocolate and Cinnamon satisfy a sweet tooth. Dig it!

3) Lotsa Mozz: Dairy lovers, don’t despair. Horizon Organic Mozzarella String Cheese is easy to pack and offers 7 grams of protein a stick. A quick breakfast or wholesome snack, without the hormones. String cheese isn’t just for kids, but we think eating it will make you feel younger.

4) Bars in Cars: The number of energy bars out there is a bit dizzying but we lean towards the GoLean bars from Kashi. Clean, functional ingredients like Oat Fiber, Brown Rice and Soy Protein with natural sweeteners keep you going without the crash. Chewy and Crunchy varieties let you pick your favorite texture and the flavors, like Oatmeal Raisin and Cinnamon Coffee Cake, are all good and nip a sugar craving. A clean pick-me-up that’s good any time of day.

Fight the Flu Naturally!

Terry Shorter — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:34:06 +0000

In the fight against the flu, building your immunity naturally can be your best line of defense. A diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans and seeds, enjoyed raw as much as possible is a great start. Here are a few ways to eat your way to better health….

Make it cleaner and keep yourself stronger throughout the season. Eating refined fats, sugars and other processed foods can actually have a negative impact on your immune function – so pass on that second slice of pie. Good stuff in means you’re not on the sidelines for R.I.P.P.E.D! - From the Eat Cleaner gang.

Vitamin C- Why? Vitamin C strengthens your immune system by stimulating antibodies and cells in the immune system. How do I get it? Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, including red & green sweet peppers, kiwi, oranges, grapefruits, strawberries, papaya, mango, guava, pineapple and berries.

Vitamin E- Why? Vitamin E strengthens the immune system because of its antioxidant properties. How do I get it? Vitamin E rich foods include sunflower seeds, almonds, hazelnuts, sunflower oil, safflower oil, corn oil, wheat germ oil and pine nuts.

Carotenoids- Why? They give carrots, apricots and sweet potatoes their orangish hue and are also powerful antioxidants How do I get them? Foods rich in carotenoids include carrots, apricots, mangoes, squash, sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, collard greens, tomatoes, guava, and pink grapefruit.

Bioflavenoids- Why? They have super antioxidant powers and also support the performance of vitamin C. How do I get them? Bioflavenoid rich foods include peppers, grapes, onions, garlic, berries, green and white herbal tea and buckwheat.

Echinacea- Why? Phenol compounds in Echinacea are natural immunity boosters. How do I get it? Echinacea can be taken in supplement form (we like the liquid) of 300 milligrams, three times per day, at the first sign of a weakened immunity function. Popular recommendations are not to take Echinacea for more than 10 consecutive days.

Probiotics- Why? Many naturopathic doctors believe that the health of your immune system and your ability to fight off infection is determined by the health of your digestive system. How do I get them? Populating your digestive system with good bacteria found in yogurt and a number of other cultured foods such as kefir and sauerkraut will boost immunity. Nutrition

Sources: Prevention, Healthy Living

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Terry’s Fitness Tip: How to Harness the “Horse” Stance

Alex Isaly — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:43:54 +0000

Terry explains how to harness the horse stance to protect yourself from knee injury and to optimize your endurance training. Safety in fitness and proper form are what Shorter emphasizes in the R.I.P.P.E.D. fitness format.

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Terry’s Fitness Tip on the Proper Martial Art Punch

Alex Isaly — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:43:43 +0000

B3 Fit’s Terry Shorter explains how to formulate the proper punch. A great tool to view before entering a kickboxing class or attending your first RIPPED fitness class.

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Master the Art of R.I.P.P.E.D.

Terry Shorter — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:20:23 +0000

Want to learn everything there is to know about the One Stop Body Shock? We are going to hold a special master Training Class at the beautiful Breakthru Fitness Club in Pasadena, California. If you’ve ever wondered about the technique, concept or even just how to execute some of the moves for R.I.P.P.E.D, you might want to think about participating in this special Master class.

Master training will provide more explanation on the front end and in between sections to give you an idea of what to expect for R.I.P.P.E.D. This one time session will involve members, instructors and trainers alike.

The Master Training class will be held in Pasadena at www.breakthrufitness.com on Sunday, October 11th at 4:30pm. For more information to participate, just email at info@rippedusa.com.

What does it mean to eat cleaner?

RIPPED USA Team — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:20:55 +0000

It’s not a diet. It’s a lifestyle and a balanced approach to food – from its nutritional content to how its prepared – bringing you better health, one bite at a time. At the end of the day, it’s the quality and quantity that count.

1) Eat frequent, small meals throughout the day. Pick lean protein, plenty of fresh fruit + veggies and a complex carbohydrate with every meal to keep energized and burning calories long after your workout. This also helps control portion size, which can often undermine a good diet.

2) Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. Water helps flush toxins, keeps you hydrated and controls your appetite. Thirst often disguises itself as hunger.

3) Avoid processed and refined foods. Fresh is best. Fill your shopping cart with foods from the perimeter of the store and opt for complex carbs that are richer in nutrients.

4) Consume healthy fats. Brain and organ function depend on healthy fats, found naturally in seeds, nuts and fish. Consider supplements rich in essential fatty acids if you don’t consume these regularly

For more information about Clean Eating check out www.eatcleaner.com.

R.I.P.P.E.D. – Season 4 Launch!!!

Terry Shorter — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 21:06:35 +0000

Ok, grab your calendars, call a friend or two, book those plane tickets, pack your bags, and get ready for the ultimate body shock! It’s time for a new season!! On Saturday, September 12th at 9 a.m., R.I.P.P.E.D. moves onto Season 4!!! New challenging exercises, hot new music, and new incredible results! If you missed the Season 3 launch party in April with over 150 participants, you won’t want to miss this event!

Where:
Renaissance Club Sport, Aliso Viejo

50 Enterprise
Aliso Viejo, California 92656
When: 9:00 AM (Get there early to check in and get some prime real estate)

Renaissance Club Sport is also hosting a Fitness Festival that same day in the fitness lobby and some of the top instructors in Orange County will be gracing the stage with their energy. Chalene Johnson will be “Bringing It” with Turbokick, Lisa Andrew will “Power You Up” with Power Booty, and our newest colleague, Milo Levell will rock the house with his dance party!

Once again, we’re moving from our usual spot in Studio 1 to the Gymnasium so you have more space to party! You know the drill, this means invite your family, friends, boyfriend, girlfriend, work associates, your pets– everyone to check out and get hooked on R.I.P.P.E.D. Just have them send us their name to info@rippedusa.com, and we’ll add them to the VIP List.
Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

P90X Meets R.I.P.P.E.D.!

Terry Shorter — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 21:47:01 +0000

IDEA was a meeting of the minds and muscle!

Our three days at IDEA also presented some very exciting moments! We had the best location at the conference; we were right across from the performance stage. Our booth was sandwiched in between some of the industry’s most revered key players, including Under Armour, Fitlosophy, IDEA, and P90X!

You know the saying…Location, location, location, well it paid off! Tony Horton, the face of P90X is now R.I.P.P.E.D.’s newest fan. Not only was Tony gracious enough to stop by for a snapshot or two, he also stayed to talk with it’s Creators, Terry, Alex, & Fernanda to learn all about the “One Stop Body Shock” and gues what? He loved it!!!!

In Horton’s words, “You guys have taken all the good stuff in exercise today and put it into a functional program.”

Melt Away With This Three-Day Cleanse

haley — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 05:23:31 +0000

Summer is here and if you’re anything like me, you’re looking for a quick way to drop a few pounds. Look no further. I bring you the La Bamba diet. The La Bamba diet, in association with Herbalife products, is a three-day body cleanse that is designed for participants to drop anywhere from three to five pounds in three days. Join Terry & Tina Shorter and myself, as we experience the La Bamba body cleanse.

Begin the diet by weighing yourself on the scale first thing in the morning. Be sure to take your measurements as well (I tend to lose more inches than pounds so measuring with a tape measure is important). Day one: fill seven water bottles (1 liter per bottle) with the Herbalife Wild Berry Beverage Mix and a cap full of Herbal Aloe Concentrate. This is all you will consume for the first day (two gallons total). Day two: prepare and drink five Herbalife protein shakes. ONLY add water to the protein powder. It is important to refrain from adding milk, soy milk, fruit, etc. in order to keep the sugar level down and to achieve maximum weight-loss. Day three: replace two meals with Herbalife protein shakes and allow one “colorful” meal. A “colorful” meal is any meal that includes green vegetables, protein, healthy fats, dairy, etc.

Stay tuned to find out how the body cleanse worked for Terry, Tina, and I. For information on how to purchase the Herbalife products necessary for this diet, email info@RIPPEDusa.com