Stop Surviving. Start Thriving!
Welcome to Thrive: Personal Health & Fitness! My name is Mike Roberts. I am a Personal Trainer and Health Coach. I started Thrive after spending a year with Beachbody workouts. If you look at “My Story”, you can read about how these workouts have changed my life, and not just physically. It has been an amazing journey form that first day in December 2009! It has been a journey of regaining my life balance, reclaiming my work-life balance, and finding my equilibrium of body, mind, and...
On One Leg (1-on-1, Vol...
August 12, 2011 – This is it boys and girls. My LAST One on One review. All 3 volumes. All 36 dics! You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 7 – On One Leg Length: 36 minutes Target...
Food Revolution –...
August 11, 2011 – I have really enjoyed Jamie Oliver’s Revolution and decided to write a review on each of the episodes. For my previous reviews, see the links below. – Episode 1 review, click HERE. – Episode 2 review, click HERE We take a break from our...
Beachbody Challenge
August 9 , 2011 Last year it was called the “Million Dollar Body” game. I saw the presentation of $25,000 to each of the winners at summit. Just incredible stories and transformations. The name of the game has changed and the stakes have grown significantly for this year. It...
Cardio Intervals (1-on-...
August 8, 2011 – You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 1 – Cardio Intervals Length: 40 minutes Target Muscle: Cardio P90x Replacement: Cardio X, Kenpo X, Plyometrics My...
Cardio Confusion (1-on-...
August 7, 2011 – You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 9 – Cardio Confusion (Mason’s Choice) Length: 43 minutes per workout Target Muscle: Cardio P90x Replacement: Cardio...
Iso-Abs (1-on-1, Vol 2)
August 6, 2011 – You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 8 – Iso Abs Length: 38 minutes Target Muscle: Abs P90x Replacement: Ab Ripper X My Recommendation Rating: 5 Stars (out of...
Because It Is Hard!
August 5, 2011 – As we go through life, we need to have a strong Why! Carl had a great speech on why we bother doing what we do at Beachbody. Today, I do not plan on talking about why. I plan on talking about why not! Space has fascinated me going back to being a little boy. I...
10 Minute Crusher Pack ...
August 4, 2011 – You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 4 – 10 Minute Crusher Pack 20/12 – Legs of Gold – Shadow Boxing Length: 10 minutes per workout Target Muscle:...
Tai Cheng – Comin...
August 3, 2011 – Another great announcement from Day 2 of the 2011 Beachbody Summit was for a new workout program coming in the 1st Quarter of 2012. It was created by someone you may recognize from the “Shakeology – Doctors Don’t Lie” Video: Dr. Mark Cheng....
100 / 30 / 20 (1-on-1, ...
August 2, 2011 – You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 10 – 100 / 30 / 20 Length: 46 minutes Target Muscle: Cardio, Abs, and Chest P90x Replacement: Chest & Back (Partial)...
BB gets A+ from BBB
August 1, 2011 – Have you ever interacted with Beachbody Customer Service? If you have, you will not be surprised to hear that Beachbody has been given an A+ by the Better Business Bureau. I have had occasional issues over the years. 1) My “earned” Insanity shirt came...
Get Out There!
July 31, 2011 – I had originally intended to write this blog a few days ago, but I am glad I held off as I just had a great experience this weekend that ties nicely into this topic. I have thought about this topic numerous times while I have been doing my outdoor triathalon...
John Salley & Tony...
July 29, 2011 – Basketball Legend John Salley loves P90X. He has been very vocal about the effects it has had on him. Here is a great video about how John Salley showed up at Tony’s legendary beach workout in Santa Monica. So it is no surprise that John brought Tony Horton on...
Inspirational Story
July 27, 2011 – I love inspirational stories. We have so much negative press surrounding us that positive stories are unfortunately rare to come by. I do not want to give the story away, but it really is the pinnacle of sportsmanship, integrity, and doing what is right. This...
Upper Body Balance (1-o...
July 25, 2011 – You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 12 – Upper Body Balance Length: 53 minutes Target Muscle: Chest and Abs P90x Replacement: Chest & Back (Partly) and...
Core Ball Sandwich (1-o...
July 24, 2011 – You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 2 – Core Ball Sandwich Length: 47 minutes Target Muscle: Chest, Abs, and Back P90x Replacement: Chest & Back and Ab...
The Line
July 22, 2011 – I wish I could tell you I plan out the week as to what I am going to blog about, but I dont. It depends on how much time I have, how the day went, and many times just what pops in my mind. As many of us in the US have been feeling this oppressive heat, this blog...
Food Revolution –...
July 21, 2011 – I have really enjoyed Jamie Oliver’s Revolution and decided to write a review on each of the episodes. If you haven’t read my Episode 1 review, click HERE. In Episode 2, I started to get angry at this community. Not only did they misquote him and use it...
P90X2 Pre-Order
UPDATED – September 1, 2011 – You can Pre-Order P90X2 NOW! Click HERE! July 20, 2011 – Why is today important? Well, back in 1969 a couple of guys made their first steps on the moon. That was kinda important. Actually, I am a real space nut so I do always reflect on...
Tony Horton Speech R...
July 19, 2011 – Coach Mike is traveling north of the border today (Toronto to be exact) but I still wanted to give you my daily dose of motivation. Below is a speech Tony Horton gave at Summit in June. Unfortunately, I was not able to attend but I have found someone who recorded...
Capitol Hill to Recogni...
July 18, 2011- Here is more evidence that Beachbody is being more widely recognized for it’s efforts and mission. Not only does Michelle Obama do P90X, but our man Tony Horton is constantly in DC working out congressman in the congressional gym. Carl Daikeler is also working with DC...
BB in Mexico & Can...
July 17, 2011 – Unfortunately as of today, you can only be a Beachbody Coach if you reside in the United States. However, Team Beachbody is working very hard to expand into the global realm. First up is Mexico and Canada. Carl Daikeler gave everyone an update at the 2011 Beachbody...
Carl Daikeler-Why Bothe...
July 15, 2011 – First off, I want to take this opportunity to thank my wife for agreeing to make me her lifelong partner in this journey we call life 11 years ago today. There we are in the picture on July 15, 2000. I love you sweetie. Today, I am posting the first part of Carl...
Food Revolution –...
July 14, 2011 – I never really watch TV because in my free time I am doing this blog or answering questions or with my family. And so I never knew this show existed. I was watching something on YouTube and this came up in the recommendations on the right (I guess YouTube’s...
Military Coaches –...
July 14, 2011 – I am very happy to announce that the military no longer has to pay coaching fees! As you know, the military is very strong in the Beachbody ranks and this is a small token of appreciation from Beachbody. So if you are customer of Beachbody and you or your spouse is...
End The Trend
July 12, 2011 – This is a very important topic for me. People wonder why I spend so much time blogging and trying to help people build a healthier lifestyle. It is a lot of time and I sacrafice my free time and even time with my family. I have a full time job. Why all the time and...
Success Stories
July 11, 2011 – Success Stories is what keep this so exciting. Everyone has a story on how they turned things around. And while I am a Beachbody Success Story, different stories resonate with different people. I will be creating a Success Stories Tab at the top of my page shortly...
Butt and Belly Review (...
July 10, 2011 – Yesterday, we discussed Back and Belly. Today, we have Butt and Belly! You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2 workouts HERE Disc 5 – Butt & Belly Length: 46 minutes Target...
One-on-One, Volume 2
July 10, 2011 – I have given a comprehensive and complete review of Tony Horton’s 1-on-1 Volume 1 and Volume 3 series. Now although there will NOT be a Volume 4 (the series is discontinued after Volume 3), I am going back to review all of Volume 2. I am still finishing working...
Back and Belly Review (...
July 9, 2011 – I have been doing 1-on-1, Volume 2 discs like crazy to get reviews out to this great team as fast as possible. So be prepared for an onslaught. You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. You can also download the worksheets for this workout and all the Volume 2...
For Legs Review (1-on-1...
July 8 – I have been doing 1-on-1, Volume 2 discs like crazy to get reviews out to this great team as fast as possible. So be prepared for an onslaught. You can see my complete Volume 2 post HERE. Disc 11 – For Legs Length: 52 minutes Target Muscle: Legs P90x Replacement: Legs...
One Year Younger
July 7, 2011 – Well team today is my 36th birthday. 7 is my lucky number. I was born on 7/7 in the 1970s. I’m 6’1 (6+1 = 7). My first, middle, and last names all have 7 letters (Michael Patrick Roberts). And for most of my teenage life, I was 177 lbs. Now that last...
Let It Go
July 6, 2011 – I am more of an introvert than an extrovert. Maybe I fit the engineering stereotype a little bit. I have worked to be more gregarious and social. My wife is an extrovert so that has really helped break me out of my shell. But all too often, I find myself holding onto...
The Shakeology Wall
July 5, 2011 – A picture is worth a thousand words…or so they say. Everyday I open up my bag of Shakeology and make my shake. Some days, I put it in a Thermos to bring to work. Other days I drink it right away. All I really know is two things. 1) It tastes really good. 2) It...
Patience Yoga Review (1...
July 4, 2011 – I have given a comprehensive and complete review of Tony Horton’s 1-on-1 Volume 1 and Volume 3 series. Now although there will NOT be a Volume 4 (the series is discontinued after Volume 3), I am going back to review all of Volume 2. You can see my complete Volume 2...
Jeff Hill Speech
July 3, 2011 – Jeff Hill is the new Senior VP of Sales at Beachbody. When I say new, he joined around 6 months ago. I had a personal phone conversation with him a couple of months back and he is exactly how he is in public or on the coach calls. Just a really nice man who has great...
One on One, Volume 3 Re...
July 2, 2011 – I have given a comprehensive and complete review of Tony Horton’s 1-on-1 Volume 1 series. I could not claim that for Volume 3 yet, because they were still being shipped….until now. All 12 discs have shipped and Volume 3 is complete! (And yes, I am working on...
Total Body X Review (1-...
July 1, 2011 – I am sad to report that this is the FINAL One-on-One disc. In this disc, a note came that said the “series has been discontinued.” Now with P90X2 coming out later this year, I expected a hiatus but not a complete discontinuation. Well, I have purchased the...
Jon Congdon Speech
June 30, 2011 – On June 17, Jon Congdon, Beachbody President, kicked off the 2011 Beachbody Summit. He had a great 15 minute opening speech. Jon talks about the beginning days of Beachbody. 15 years ago, Jon was a school teacher making a base salary of $24, 600. He met up with Carl,...
Shakeology FoodFacts.co...
June 30, 2011 – I had never heard of this website until today. At FoodFacts.com, they determine a health score based on what is in the product. The website states “Find out what’s really in your food.” They list the ingredients of the food and state the good...
2011 Summit Video Updat...
June 29, 2011 – The Beachbody back office just got filled with some new videos from summit. I have updated the appropriate blogs, but wanted to ensure everyone was aware of the info. Shakeology Tropical – Official Trailer While I recorded the announcement and trailer it at...
Asylum Challenge Winner...
June 27, 2011 – Today, ShaunT picked the winner of the ASYLUM CHALLENGE. We have been talking about this since the middle of April. So today, the conclusion is finally here! Let’s again look at our awesome teamRIPPED video vs. the Xcellent Fitness Video. This is what ShaunT...
Triathalon Results
June 26, 2011 – It’s 4am and my alarm is telling me to get up so that by mid morning I can call myself a triathelete. Running a triathalon is something I have wanted to do for a long time. (See HERE for my background in each sport.) As I signed up for the Chicago Triathalon...
P.A.P. UML Workout
June 24, 2011 – At the 2011 Beachbody Summit last week, we were able to choose a trainer for an hour long workout. Unfortunately, they put Tony, Shaun T, and Chalene all at the same time. Strange. Anyhow, I went to see my man Tony. There is simply nothing more motivating than having...
Shakeology Tropical
June 23, 2011 – On June 17, 2011 at the Beachbody Summit, Carl Daikeler announced the Third and Latest Flavor of Shakeology…Tropical! I have put together a video with Carl’s announcement as well as a live reaction of my first tasting of Shakeology Tropical! Have a...
New Shakeology News (In...
June 22, 2011 – During the 2011 Beachbody Summit, we had different breakout sessions with different speakers. One of my favorite sessions was a 60+ minute discussion between (3) incredibly smart people. Dr. Bill Wheeler – Beachbody Chief Science Officer Darin Olien –...
P90X2 First Look
June 21, 2011 – Team, I am very pleased to bring you the absolute latest from the Beachbody Summit on P90X2. Although we have had some great insight into some of the genesis of the workouts with the P90X 1-on-1, Volume 3 (The Making of P90X MC2) series, there has not been much...
Asylum Challenge Video!
June 20, 2011 – Today is the day teamRIPPED unveils their OFFICIAL Video from the Asylum Challenge that started May 1. teamRIPPED is lead by our upline coach, Wayne Wyatt. This video has been submitted to ShaunT and he will view our video vs. Team Xcellent Fitness’ video and...
2011 BB Summit-Day 4
June 19, 2011 – The last day of the 2011 Beachbody Summit did not disappoint with the culmination of the morning talking about P90X2. It was a shorter day today, with a 2.5 hour general session and then off to the airport. My plane had a mechanical issue, but luckily it only delayed...
2011 BB Summit-Day 3
June 18, 2011 – Another jam packed day. From 7am to 10:30pm. I did videotape again today so slowly but surely I will make the content available. Iamcompletely spent tonight, so I am going to make this as succinct as possible. 1) Killer Killer Killer Workout this morning. The...
2011 BB Summit-Day 2
June 17, 2011 – First and foremost I want to give a shout out to my son John who turns 7 today. I love you buddy and I appreciate you understanding that we are apart today. It is hard to believe I now have a 9, 7, and 5 year old. Wow. Today was such an unbelievable amount of...
2011 BB Summit-Day 1
June 16, 2011 – I am here in beautiful southern California. The J.W. Marriott in LA is crawling with 2,500 Beachbody crazies. I said to one guy, “I feel like a freak out in the real world, but here I feel normal.” LOL! I think everyone has a smile permanently plastered...
Insanity Asylum Review
June 14, 2011 – I have written so much about the Asylum over the past month and a half. I wanted to wrap everything up in final review. Enjoy! The Basics What is Asylum, who is it targeted for? What comes in box? Everything you want to know about Asylum. Asylum – Full...
Save Money!
June 13, 2011 – I started P90X in December 2009 and pretty much kept my head down for 7 straight months. I didn’t plug in to any Beachbody community. I didn’t have a coach. And I was paying FULL RETAIL for all my Beachbody workouts and supplements. It should not be a...
My Insanity Asylum Jour...
June 11, 2011 – You’ve seen by 30s Sizzle Video. You’ve seen my full disclosure Asylum results with pictures, a video of my final assessment test, and my dunk results. You’ve read about my the 10 mile run results two days after completing Asylum. But what you...
Forks Over Knives Previ...
June 9, 2011 – Forks over Knives is a new documentary that is currently rolling out across the country. Unfortunately, it has not come to a theater near me, but I am very intrigued to see this movie. As you probably know from my reviews of Food Inc, Killer at Large, and my 3-part...
PAP Review (1-on-1, Vol...
June 8, 2011 – The ASYLUM CHALLENGE has kept me away from (2) new 1-on-1 discs that I have been itching to tryout. Now that the ASYLUM RESULTS are in, I have done UBX twice and P.A.P. was next on the list. I also provide a preview of the last disc in Volume 3, Total Body X. You can...
What is your Why?
June 7, 2011 – At the beginning, we all have a “Why”. Rarely is there a time when someone says, “Hmm, I think I am going to start this really hard workout program just because.” We all need a meaningful “Why” to drive us. If you watch my 1 Year...
Plug In and Join!
June 6, 2011 – Team Right Now is really growing and it is great to see so many people plugging into the information on the website. I hope you are enjoying the breath and depth of material. I put alot of effort into the different topics to help all of you. In my adult life, I never...
Baseline Food Plan
June 4, 2011 – It is December 2009 and I remember getting P90X in the mail and being so pumped about starting. I remember thumbing through the nutrition guide and being completely overwhelmed. – Who has time to make all these meals? – How am I going to find to eat 5...
Triathalon Training and...
June 3, 2011 – A couple of months ago, I posted an extensive blog on P90X and Triathalon training. However, between the ASYLUM CHALLENGE and my 10 Mile Race, I had to hold off my training until now. I have never raced in a triathalon so I am entered into two races this year. The...
My 30s Asylum Sizzle Re...
June 2, 2011 – Now that the ASYLUM CHALLENGE is complete, teamRIPPED needs to vote on 10 people to best represent us in a video submission to ShaunT. It is this video along with Team Xcellent Fitness’ video that will determine the winner of the challenge. Each of us who...
Beachbody in the News
June 1, 2011 – There is barely a week that goes by when Beachbody isn’t mentioned in the media so I want to share some articles and videos over the past months. Many people are very skeptical about anything that is advertised in an infomercial. And frankly, they have a right...
UBX Review (1-on-1, Vol...
May 31, 2011 – The ASYLUM CHALLENGE has kept me away from (2) new 1-on-1 discs that I have been itching to tryout. Now that the ASYLUM RESULTS are in, we are moving onto our next training block where I have made UBX my very first workout. You can read my full One on One, Vol3 review...
The Latest on Tony!
May 30, 2011 – Tony Horton joined the coach’s call on May 23, 2011 and I want to share what he had to say. I have also put a link the full call below. Feel free to download the MP3 and listen for yourself! What has Tony been up to? As you can imagine, Tony is a very busy guy....
10 Mile Run Results
May 28, 2011 – The reason I needed to start the ASYLUM CHALLENGE earlier than May 1 was because I wanted to finish the 30 days before my 10 mile race today. I finished Asylum on May 26, did some Yoga X on May 27, and did my run on May 28. Training I really did not do significant...
My ASYLUM Results!
May 27, 2011 – 30 Days of Asylum complete! Whenever I complete a new program, I have such a feeling of accomplishment. The feeling right after you finish and you think, “Wow, I did it!”. It is absolutely something to be celebrated. I will still be working on some Asylum...
Milk Alternatives
May 25, 2011 – As I have gone through my food journey, I had never intended to reduce my diary intake as much as I have. I was never much of a milk drinker, but I loved cheese. There was nothing that wasn’t made better with cheese. If I got a cheeseburger, give me 2 pieces of...
Get Up vs. Sleep In
May 24, 2011 – I workout in the morning. It is what works for me. Once my day gets going, it is very challenging for me to set aside time to do an hour+ workout. I get home from work at different times every day. We have scouts, sports, and other kid’s activities at night....
Form
May 23, 2011 – How important is good form? Tony Horton and Chalene Johnson have some great advice in a video I have included below. One of the important benefits of good form is an injury-free workout. Be patient with yourself, especially with a new routine. A recent example I have...
Supplement Video
May 22, 2011 – I want to finish off this string of supplement posts with a video I have been working on for some time. They say a picture is worth a thousand words. So a video is worth…well alot more than that! I have created a video to walk you through a day in the life of...
Snap and Measure
May 21, 2011 – I encourage everyone to make sure you take your pictures and write down your measurements before you start. This is your Day -1 activity! I remember feeling very awkward doing it when I first started. But when you measure every 30 days and see your...
Supplement Worksheet
May 20, 2011 – You guys know me. I need to have a spreadsheet for everything. Data has been my friend during my journey. So as I looked at my daily supplements, I created a spreadsheet to help me see how I am doing. Obviously, I am getting additional vitamins, minerals, and other...
Shakeology and Boost Fi...
May 19, 2011 – This week we have covered alot of supplements, namely all the ones I take: – Creatine – L-Glutamine – MultiVitamins/Minerals – Post Workout Recovery Drink – Fish Oil & Omega3 – CoQ10 – Ginkgo Biloba – Whey...
Whey Protein
May 18, 2011 – Whey Protein is an extremely popular supplement with so many choices it will make your head spin. You can find it everywhere. How do you distinguish one from the other? Which one is best for me? How much should I take? Let’s take a look a those questions as we...
Ginkgo Biloba
May 17, 2011 – Ginkgo Biloba was unknown to me before I read Tony Horton’s book, “Bring It!”. This supplement is not as high on the list as others I have recently talked about, but it is one of the most researched herbs out there. I have tried it over the last...
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