Earn your summer body NOW!

04/08/2013

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Are you ready to earn your summer body?  As you know I am currently in triathlon training mode.  I just completed a round of INSANITY with my challenge group.  I am about to start ASYLUM Volume 1 with a new challenge group on April 15.  I also plan on throwing in some BODY BEAST workouts to gain some additional muscle mass in the weight room!


If you do not have a game plan, you need to get one NOW.  There are two options Insane Marathon is recommending for serious results in time for summer!  I will also coach you - for FREE throughout the process.
TurboFire -

  • Burn up to 9x more fat and calories than traditional cardio with high-energy, intense cardio conditioning, kickboxing drills, and choreographed moves set to heart-pumping beats. 
  • Have fun in the lively class setting with hot music mixes— it feels like a party in your living room. How TurboFire works 
  • Shed fat faster with High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) known as Fire Drills, short 1-minute bursts of maximum effort. 
  • Burn calories at a higher rate for up to 24 hours after the workout with the Afterburn Effect. 

TurboFire is for:

  • Anyone who wants to shape a lean body, sexy legs, toned arms, and tight abs, FAST.
  • All workout levels – although TurboFire is considered an advanced program, there are special new features to help beginners stick with the program.
  • Anyone who enjoys working out to music and is a fan of kickboxing and intense cardio. 

It also has features to help beginners i.e. In the Fire Starter Class, Chalene teaches the moves and combinations so newcomers can start off on the right foot and experienced Turbo users can perfect their form.
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If you are interested in TurboFire - There is a CHALLENGE GROUP starting Monday May 13.  You can request to join the challenge group by filling out an interest survey - I will get back to you with more information regarding joining the program.  This 90 day challenge group will be ran by InsaneMarathon and Live.Sweat.Sleep.Repeat - you need to have a Facebook account to join the private coaching and support group.  Please fill out the interest survey here.
INSANITY
  • Transform your body in 60 days with the hardest workout put on DVD. 
  • You’ll push yourself to your limits with this extreme cardio challenge. No weights or equipment required, just the will to make it through. 

How INSANITY works
  • Get into shape in record time with Max Interval Training. You’ll perform long bursts of high-intensity exercise, followed by shorter periods of rest—the opposite of traditional cardio methods. 
  • You can burn up to 1,000 calories per workout, and get lean and ripped without any weights or equipment. 
INSANITY if for:
  • Anyone who is ready for a fitness challenge and wants to get into the best shape of their life. 

  • It’s an advanced program that’s meant to challenge even very fit athletes. But anyone can go at their own pace until they’re ready to meet this ultimate challenge. 
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During the entire month of April you save $90 on an INSANITY challenge pack.  This is the best deal they have ever ran for INSANITY.  If you are interested in INSANITY marathon training (or half), doing the full 60 day challenge - or just getting that shredded summer body you can order INSANITY here and save $90!  You cant pass this promotion up!  Let me know if you have any questions!
You can do this!!  I am here to help every step of the way!!! You will have no excuses not to succeed! 
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The Training Continues

04/05/2013

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Now that the LA Marathon is over my focus until the end of May is triathlon training.  I have never done a triathlon before and if you frequently read InsaneMarathon.com you know that I jumped right into the sport of triathlon last month.

Swim training has been going good.  I have been averaging 2x a week swim instruction + 2 times a week self instruction/swimming laps.  Every time I am in the water I complete a minimum of 1500m - although I stop for breaks.  It's not that I get tired while swimming it is the fact that I am still not 100% comfortable breathing under the water.  My body does not like the fact that when I exhale my face is in the water. That creates a situation where I don't exhale enough, therefore I don't inhale enough.  Which compounds until I need to stop and regroup my breathing.  My focus from here on out is going to be improving my breathing. 

Tomorrow, April 6, I will be jumping into the open water for the first time at a mock triathlon being held by a local running store, American Running Company.  It will be a .25 mile swim, 10 mile bike and a 5k run. This should allow me to feel what a triathlon will be like on race day, practice transitions and really get the feel for my Olympic distance event (St. Anthony's).  I will also be doing the Escape from Fort DeSoto sprint triathlon on April 13 as a tune up.  I really need to get myself into the sport completely and see how it goes.  I want to do well at St. Anthony's and IronMan Florida 70.3.

Spin classes have been my only training so far on the bike.  Averaging around 25-30 miles a class.   I bought aero bars, new pedals and new tires for my road bike and then went out for a challenging ride in Clearwater Beach over the bridges. Sadly I experienced my first fall due to the clip in pedals.  Luckily It was only a scrape on my knee (and ego).  It's time to get serious!!

The past weekend I was in Las Vegas NV. I was able to practice my swimming early in the morning at the hotel lap pool... I also ran a 1/2 marathon in Laughlin, NV on Saturday morning.  It was a fun 13.1 miles along the Colorado River in the desert.  I love signing up for local races when I am traveling!

I will be doing all my triathlon training while still completing the INSANITY: The Asylum 30 day fitness challenge with you!  Remember registration closes for the fitness challenge at 11:59pm tomorrow!  The program starts on April 15.  I can't wait!


Use this direct link to get the challenge pack for ASYLUM - as soon as you order the program I will e-mail you with information on how to get involved with our support group!

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Post LA Marathon

03/27/2013

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The Los Angeles Marathon was great.  I couldn't have asked for better weather, a more entertaining course or a better group to travel with.  There is one thing I did learn in LA though, it doesn't matter how hard you train or how much sleep you get -- if your body doesn't agree with something its going to hold you back from your goals.

Sadly, my body does not agree with GU gels anymore.  I have used them to fuel for marathons since I started running them in 2008. Although there have been times when my stomach did not agree with them after the race, nothing has ever made me stop at the restroom until the past year.  At first I though it was just a fluke. Now I know I need to switch up my nutrition during full marathons. 

I was right on track for my 3:45 marathon until mile 16 when I HAD to stop for a restroom.  It was disappointing.  There was nothing I could do about it.  It killed my time.  I will not have that happen again. 

Some of the products I plan to try and use to replace GU include Hammer Gel and Honey Stinger Organic Gel.  I am also going to use the Honey Stinger Waffle while fueling on my bike for my upcoming triathlon races.

Let me know in the comments if you have had any experience with gels/nutrition during your training.

Hopefully it helps!!

Don't forget -- if you wanted to join myself and others for a 30 day INSANITY: The ASYLUM fitness challenge - fill out an interest form and I will get back to you ASAP.  Registration closes April 6 at 11:59pm!

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Quicker Training Program Downloads!

12/27/2012

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We have made it easier than ever to download one of our InsaneMarathon.com INSANITY marathon or half marathon training programs.  

To download a training program click on "Free Training Programs" using the links above or CLICK HERE.  You can read about the programs and then download them immediately. No more waiting for us to e-mail you back with the file!  

Enjoy the training programs!

Also, remember to join us for the 60 day INSANITY fitness challenge starting January 21!  Contact us for more information!
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Recent Races & INSANITY: The Asylum Volume 2!

10/09/2012

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I can't believe this week will be my final 20 miler before the NYC marathon!  Training is definitely in full force - and the taper the next 3 weeks sounds amazing!  

Since my last post I have completed two big races: The Disney Tower of Terror 10 mile run & the Jacksonville Marine Corps 1/2 marathon. It was great to have the race day experience and run my long run 'faster' than my typical Saturday morning long run. However, because my body hates running in the heat and humidity (yes, I know I live in Florida!) my speed suffered.

The inaugural Disney Tower of Terror 10 mile run was awesome despite the humidity. I stayed at one of the Disney resorts & was transported to the start line in a fancy coach bus. I started off the run with some friends & pounded out the 10 miles so that I could enjoy the rest of the evening at the Hollywood Studios theme park. There is nothing quite like running a hot & humid 10 mile race and then jumping on the Tower of Terror and Aerosmith's Rock & Roller Coaster!  The park was open until 3am - the race started at 10pm. The medal was awesome. Disney races are always 1st class. I am looking forward to attending Disney Marathon weekend.

The Jacksonville Marine Corps marathon was a great time too. I ran the Jacksonville Marine Corps 1/2 last year and enjoyed the course & organization. I had some friends running it this year & it just happened to be the same weekend of the Chicago Bears vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game.  It was nice to run the same course 2 years in a row. The only downside was this year it was A LOT hotter than last year. One of the best parts about running in Jacksonville normally is that it usually is around 10 degrees cooler in Jacksonville than Tampa this time of the year.  That was not the case this weekend. I ended up being right around the same finish time last year, but with the warmer weather I was happy with my result. I would definitely recommend this race to anyone looking for an early fall 1/2 in Florida. 

INSANITY training is still going as planned. Every week getting in my INSANITY workouts coupled with running. Yesterday I finished Max Cardio Conditioning & Cardio Abs. Today I completed Max Cardio Circuit. Tomorrow I will be running 8 miles! The training never ends!

This week a new INSANITY program is being released - Thursday, October 11 in the late afternoon log onto InsaneMarathon.com or teambeachbody.com/jimblake and order INSANITY: The Asylum VOLUME 2! If you are too scared to try Volume 2 - Volume 1 is available NOW!

Let me know how your training is going. Keep digging deep! It's time for me to run along...

-James B.
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Hooters - Weekend of Races - STAY SAFE!

09/16/2012

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INSANITY marathon training is on track.  This past week I was able to get in 3 INSANITY workouts (Max Cardio Conditioning, Max Interval Circuit, ASYLUM: Strength).  This week I changed things up and added in some Insanity: The Asylum into training.  I felt like I needed some strength training and removed Core Cardio and Balance to allow Asylum: Strength.  It was definitely rough & I felt the muscle burn the next day. Results and Recovery formula always helps after a strength workout or any tough workout for that matter.  You should try it yourself! One of InsaneMarathon.com's facebook fans Nikki T. let me know her feedback using Results and Recovery "The Results & Recovery drink has a great taste. I used it on the 2nd day of double digit training runs & I feel it helped in my quicker recovery."  

Running workouts for the week included a 9 mile run in Miami (5 treadmill 4 with the Brickell Run Club).  A 5k race and a 1 mile race on Saturday at the One Step Closer to the Cure 5k & 1 mile event in St. Petersburg.  Today I finished the Hooters 10k Classic race in Clearwater. 

This coming week the milage ramps up with a 3 mile, 8 mile and 20 mile run.  3 MAX

I posted this on Facebook today and wanted to take a second and post in on here as well: 
"Remember to always listen to your body. Stay within your limits. Slow down if you need to. Take more breaks if needed. Go to the doctor for preventative checkups. Just being active & trying your best is better than doing nothing at all. Stay healthy & stay safe." 
Safety should always be your #1 priority.  If something doesn't feel right go with your instinct and slow down or stop.  Consult with your physician before starting any strenuous workout routine.  

If you are not a fan of InsaneMarathon.com on facebook - please like us today. Facebook.com/insanemarathon

-James B.
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Oak Brook 1/2 Recap - Insanity: The Asylum Gold Medal

09/07/2012

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On Labor Day I ran the Oak Brook 1/2 Marathon as part of my INSANITY marathon training plan.  Like most marathon training plans, ours calls for a tune up race halfway though your marathon training.  Luckily there was a half marathon available while I was i at my marathon training halfway point!  I have raced many races in the Chicagoland area but I had never participated in the Oak Brook 1/2 before.  I imagined it as a flat, fast course.  I was wrong.  When the race started the temperature was hovering around 74 degrees.  At the finish it was right around 80.  Definitely a warm morning for Labor Day in Chicago.  I ran into some Marathon Maniacs at the start of the race (Heather Zeigler and Dave Mari to name a couple).  We took a quick group photo (see below) before running the 13.1 miles! 

The Oak Brook 1/2 started right next to McDonalds corporate headquarters and ran mostly on local bike paths and crushed limestone trails.  It was a very hilly and tough course. I felt strong during the race, I did not PR.  For the conditions I kept the same time as I did for my last 1/2 marathon, which was on a really flat course at the Rock & Roll Chicago 1/2.  INSANITY has really helped me with hill training even though I don't run hills in Florida. I would recommend this race to seasoned runners looking for a challenging 1/2 marathon.  Beginners and 1st time 1/2 marathoners should look for a flat, fast, popular race to gain confidence and truly enjoy the 1/2 marathon experience.  If you would like some 1/2 marathon recommendations send me an e-mail or comment below!

About a month ago the INSANITY: The Asylum Facebook page was running a summer contest for its fans.  Every couple of days they would ask people to go out and perform one of the sports performance routines from the program (tennis, swimming, long jump, hurdles, etc). You were to take two photos of yourself doing the activity, the first photo while doing the DVD workout and the second performing the workout in 'real life' on the court, in the pool, etc.  I decided to compete in the contest and won the GOLD MEDAL for the tennis portion.  If you haven't tried INSANITY: The Asylum it is a great program to attempt after completing INSANITY.  It definitely pushes you harder and brings your performance to the next level.  Beachbody is going to be releasing Asylum Volume 2 shortly.  I can't wait to push myself through the next chapter of the ASYLUM!I 

This weekend I have a 17 mile run scheduled.  The mileage is ramping up and the INSANITY workouts are getting more intense.  Welcome to the 2nd half of INSANITY MARATHON TRAINING!

-James B.
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