YourBusinessBody.com Blog

2007-05-25T13:59:00.001-07:00

"Take a few moments to think about all those who put their lives on the line so the rest of us could live in freedom this Memorial Day Weekend."

Have a safe weekend everyone!

Scott
www.yourbusinessbody.com

2007-03-08T13:43:00.000-08:00

THIS JUST IN!

"I am headed to the airport right now tobe on Larry King Live again TONIGHT.

The subject is The secret and all the critics of it. I'm there to defend it.

Sparks may fly.

Watch CNN's Larry King Live on Thursday, March 8, 2007 at 9 p.m. EST.

For more information, please visit http://www.cnn.com/larryking

Wow!"
Joe Vitale

2007-02-24T10:48:00.000-08:00

Hi all,

A bit of news.

As you may know, Joe had emergency appendix removal surgery recently.

We have since discovered that he will need to take 6 weeks to recover.

Note - You can read about it in Joe's words here -> http://mrfire.blogspot.com/2007_02_01_archive.html (scroll down to the Feb 1st,2007 post).

As a result, we are needing to postpone any further fitness related activities until April 2007.

Since this is a Business and Body DVD we felt it appropriate to wait until Joe is healed before I start cracking the whip, have him doBurpees,climb ropes, etc.

Everything is still on track with The Challenge - this is just a bump in the road.

While we're resting, you can use this opportunity to catch up on lots of marketing and fitness
tips by grabbing the first 6 episodes here -> http://tinyurl.com/ysfjop

There are short summaries of each episode here-> http://yourbusinessbody.com/
(scroll down about halfway through the page to view the summaries)

In fact, it will be interesting to see what Joe's mindset is once we begin filming again.

Bottom line - there will be no DVD 7 or DVD 8 anytime soon.

The next DVD would be ready in April 2007 at the earliest.

Please email me and let me know what you would like for us to do regarding your account.

Thanks!

Scott
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
www.yourbusinessbody.com
512.233.0756

P.S. Whatever you do, DON'T stop with your own preparation in you are currently in The Challenge. :)

P.P.S According to a recent New York Times story, the producers of The Secret have reported 1.5 million sales of the movie at 34.95 per DVD!

2007-01-28T14:25:00.000-08:00

"Scott:
A guy came up to me in the gym - and dropped a compliment:
"Dave, I can tell you're focused, I can see it in your eyes when you're here.
No chit -chat , just hard work, focus.
You're starting to get really cut, I can almost see the changes daily.
Good job. Keep it up."

I tried to act cool, and said, "thanks, I appreciate that. It means a lot coming from you..."

Then I got back to work...even more energized than before.

This is coming form a former competitive bodybuilder - a guy I respect and have seen working out in the same gym for at least 6 years.

He's in great shape at age 50 - and an inspiration.

By the way - my online sales: Up, Up and away. I bettered my best by a HUGE Margin. I did more in three days, than in my previous best month. i can't wait to show you the graph."

Dave

david@cpamarketingcenter.com

2007-01-23T11:31:00.000-08:00

It's Gut Check Time - For Your Business and Your Body
How Do You Measure Up?
January 2007
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-- Rule Changes!

The majority of people who made New Years Resolutions for 2007 are now struggling.

It happens every year.

They start out gung ho and then "bam" they hit the wall.

I've seen it in the gym every year for over 20 years now.

They come to the gym, work out a time or two and then disappear until next year.

Or they start the New Year full of business plans and ideas, try them, don't get the results that they thought they would and give up.

So how about you?

Are you making the progress with your body and your business that you'd like?

If so, then you should think about entering "The Challenge" at www.yourb usinessbody.com

Afterall, you can win a ton of prizes if you are declared the Grand Champion.

Around $150, 000 worth.

Once again, go to www.yourbusinessbody.com for all of the details.

Confusion.

That's one of the reasons that people fail to meet the goals that they have set for themselves - whether it be business related or fitness related.

We make the mistake of listening to too many "experts" in marketing or trying the "latest" diet or training program.

Big mistake.

I've been guilty of this to.

The more that I get into marketing, the more "experts" I discover.

I get bombarded with emails almost every day by these folks.

I'm sure some of them are really successful and I'm sure that I could learn a lot from some of them.

But while it was tempting to "just take a peak" at the latest experts opinion it's just too overwhelming.

So now I just follow one marketers advice.

Simplify.

This has been a huge help and has saved lots of time.

I just made the decision to stop.

It's the same thing with fitness.

If you listen to too many experts in the fitness industry, you'll only come away confused.

Here's my advice. Find an expert that you feel good about, with a proven track record (someone who has done what you would like to do not someone who looks like crap and tells you that they know it all - but that's another story) and then stick with them until you stop getting results.

Find a diet or training program that feels right, stick with it for 90 days minimum and then see where you are.

Simplify.

Don't be tempted to try the latest diet or training program if you have already committed to your current program.

You'll just spin your wheels and come away confused and overwhelmed.

So how are WE doing in the New Year?
Well as you can see in the picture of Joe, he's got guns.

Just look at the intensity on his face.

Is that the face of a man who will allow himself to settle for anything less that what he's after?

Joe's got the guns.

He's also got Francine, who I'm sure you've heard about already. You'll get to see Francine on DVD 6 of YourBusinessBody.com - up close and personal.

Now, sure, Joe doesn't need guns or 100k sportscars to be happy.

But as he is fond of saying "I'm satisfied, I just want more."

He knows who he is and what he wants.

We talk about this in DVD 6.

He's having fun, helping others and living the life of his dreams.

He's really excited about his new book, Zero Limitswhich you'll hear all about and in depth in our latest video - DVD 6 of YourBusinessBody.com.

How about me? Fitness wise, I'm always in shape.

You'll see an example of this in DVD 6.

Business wise well that's even better.

I just bought my wife a Black Lexus ES 4 door Sedan.

She'd be happy in a Honda but once she slid behind the wheel of this new car, there was no going back.

I also have started a new venture with the most famous name in female fitness - Monica Brant- Peckham.

Monica is a fitness celebrity and a household name in the fitness industry.

She and I have partnered up to start Fitnessand FigureReality.com in February 2007.

And I get approached weekly with new offers from other fitness professionals.

So, Joe and I are keeping busy and we're just in January.

I'm sure we'll have our struggles, like everyone else this year, but we will not give up - we will exercise our mental toughness and push through.

We are making some minor rule changes (thanks to everyone's feedback) with The Challenge at www.yourbusinessbody.com.
The rule changes are:

1) We now have "rolling dates".

This simply means that you can enter the challenge at anytime. There are no more body transformation "Round Dates" as per the original rules.

You must complete a 12 week body transformation but once again, it can be when you are ready - no more round dates.

2) The Business Transformation Challenge has been extended until July 31st 2007. That's an extra 2 months.

3) Everything (entrance forms) must be received by August 15th 2007.

We are in the process of updating these rules on the website at yourbusinessbody.com but wanted to let you know about the changes asap.

Everything else remains the same.

As mentioned DVD 6 is ready and has shipped to the subscribers.

Running time is about 75 minutes and you'll see and hear about:

The Finish Line - Joe's Body For Life Experience.

Reflections

The Mental Part of a fitness challenge

Going to Hawaii

ZState

Francine

Joe's humiliating grade school gym teacher

The rope

Grip strength and $40,000 a month

Passive income from book sales and $6 million a month

Holiday Marketing - does business slow down?

And tons more!

You can pick it up here at a special price for a limited time

I will be updating the website at YourBusinessBody.com in the next week so that you may also pick up past episodes of these informative and inspiring DVD's.

Thanks!

Scott (and Joe)

mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com

P.S. Click here for a preview clip of DVD 6!

Contact Information
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email: mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
phone: 512.233.0756
web: http://www.yourbusinessbody.com

2007-01-12T15:07:00.000-08:00

Question -

"Hello Scott,

I know you must be very busy, so i'll keep this short.

I began subscribing to YourBusinessBody.com last month.

I currently have slim body with a tiny bit of belly.

I am VERY interested in the Challenge, & was curious....is it necessary to work towards an incredible Mr. Universe Body style like you have, or would be possible to win by developing a well defined swimmers body type such as Kosta Rashev (the picture i'm including with this email) from one of Zach Even - Esh's of web sites.

If IT IS POSSIBLE i will be sending in my application yesterday.

Thank You So Much for Your Time & Have a Blessed Day,"

malcolm s.
Houston, Tx

Answer -

"Hi, Malcom.

Thanks for the email and congrats on your decision to take action.

The short answer is "NO", you don't have to develop a Mr Universe type physique.

We're looking for the most incredible changes (fat loss, toning up) in the individual.

Thanks and please let me know if you have any other questions!"

Scott
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
www.yourbusinessbody.com
512.233.0756

2007-01-05T19:43:00.000-08:00

"Another great monthly DVD (DVD #5) from YourBusinessBody.com

Scott and Joe – I don’t know how you do it – but these videos keep getting better and more inspiring.

Not only am I inspired by the VISIBLE changes Joe is making with his workout/ diet plan – but I’m super inspired by the Marketing conversations.

This month, you answered some key questions I have with my on-line business:
How often to mail / email to my list
How to react to “Unsubscribes”
How to create products quickly
How to test websites to determine the most effective page formats

I watched the video last night before bed, as I was assembling a snail mail campaign to my list. I do both email and snail mail – and Joe mentioned that this can be effective strategy in this installment – I’ll let you know how it works out.

Seeing Joe’s energy increase through the workout was inspiring. I said to myself: “Tomorrow’s workout will be a killer – I’m going to take “JOE REEVES” to the gym tomorrow – and have a new mantra: WWJD? – Or – What would Joe Do?”

This morning – I hit new Personal Records on ALL my lifts, sets, in the best form ever. On that heavy front squat set that I really didn’t feel I could complete, I knew I couldn’t complete it, The Joe Reeves inside me did."

David Rachford, CPA – www.cpamarketingcenter.com

2006-12-27T05:19:00.000-08:00

"Hey Scott,

I hope the almost New Year is treating you and your family well. =)

I just wanted to say thank you to You and and Joe for the great idea sparking
information you put into DVD #4.

I've acted on the idea and recieved interest from an owner of a health and fitness e-zine with
50,000 subscribers!
Keep up the great work.

Thank you and create health,

Curtis
www.CurtisLudlow.com
CurtisLudlow@mac.com

PS Could you do a favor for me? Get Joe to sell me and sign 20 copies of the Attractor Factor for me? I want to give them out as gifts! :)

I just purchased the Audio program from iTunes, went for a long walk up the hill. Sat down on a little stool overlooking the City of Fullerton - and following the steps Joe laid out - set up my year and life plan. I'm feeling quite good right now. :)

Thank you again!!!"

2006-12-17T09:23:00.000-08:00

2006-12-15T19:46:00.000-08:00

Your Business Body Challenge: Podcast

Here's the link to a conference call we did with Scott York about the Business Body Challenge.
http://podcast.liveoffice.com/telcorecordings/0/275635/1058779.mp3

We cover:
Joe Vitale's Secret Desire How to Overcome Obsticles How to plan your meals to achieve maximum success Why building your body and improving your health is good for your business How Scott York took a $99 investment and made TENS OF THOUSANDS of Dollars AND MORE!!!

If you want to save the MP3, copy and paste the link into your browser, then save the web-page, or you may be able to right click the link below and "save as"http://podcast.liveoffice.com/telcorecordings/0/275635/1058779.mp3

Dave R.
Santa Barbara, California

2006-12-07T06:31:00.000-08:00

"After Joe Plugged Zach Evan-Esh’s website, I gotta say Wow!

That guy is an animal!

I’d better get busy! Competition brings out the best in people!

Just knowing guys like zach are out there, tearing it up is inspiring me to do more and more to build my business and body!

One successful lead generating event is coming up> I’m doing a teleseminar with a major Accounting software vendor – And from the time that they dropped the announcement to their list… I have now have over 140 registered for the event next week.

No cost to me! But those leads now become my leads as they opt into my system…. Over 47 have requested my “info pack” which begins my Multi-step direct mailing campaign.

It was the single biggest day for lead generation in my on-line business – my list grew 30% OVERNIGHT !"

David R., Santa Barbara, Ca.

2006-12-06T10:59:00.000-08:00

Here's a blog entry from one of our YourBusinessBody.com participants, David R. out in Santa Barbara, Ca. -

The Power of a Challenge

Scott York sent out an email yesterday to his list regarding the Your Business Body Challenge.

Scott talked about how he sometimes challenges his training clients and inspires them to greater achievement. It's a powerful position to hold - the position of the challenger.

I've challenged a few people - one, an acquaintance (Dan) I knew to be a "former athlete". We were at breakfast, and we were comparing training notes. He expressed an interest in getting together for a weekly jog.

I said - "Maybe...if you'll conform to my training schedule...first, let me ask you some questions... do you have any health issues, bad knees, ankles, hips, feet?" He replied - "All clear"
Then I asked "Do you want a weekly run, or are you ready for a challenge..."

Dan was skeptical: "What do you have in mind?"

I said, "the LA Marathon is in 20 weeks. Want to train for it?"

Dan gave me a funny look, and said "tell me more..."

I told him how I trained and completed a couple of marathons. I told him about the training program. I told him I'd be there right along side him.

He said yes.
We trained together, until 4 weeks before the marathon, when I pulled a muscle and dropped out of the training. I didn't abandon Dan though.... I rode a bike alongside him for the last couple long runs, like Burgess Meredith in the Rocky flicks.

Dan completed his first marathon last year at LA. His family cheered him on at the finish. And he lost over 30 pounds during the training.

Dan's life changed because he accepted the challenge.

We're now very good friends - and he is grateful that I had the guts to issue him a challenge.

My life is changing because I accepted Joe Vitale & Scott York's Business Body Challenge... Yours can change too....Click Here to Accept Your Business Body Challenge.

David R.

2006-11-30T06:18:00.000-08:00

"This DVD (DVD 4) was awesome!

Joe, you're in much better shape inside and out compared to DVD # 3!

Your mind set is focused and upbeat and your triceps are bigger than Scott's!

The end of the DVD where you went on your marketing rant was unfreakin' real!

That was worth several hundred dollars right there!

I loved the ideas on purchasing a new house, new car, etc by thinking out of the box and raising the money through an idea!

The e class idea is really awesome and something I want to implement!

--zach--
http://REALManFitness.com

2006-11-21T14:32:00.000-08:00

"After watching the first 3 Your Business Body videos I am inspired inso many ways. From the fitness aspect Dr. Joe Vitale's perserveranceand vibrant energy is contageous and motivational.

I could absolutely relate to him at the beginning of a few of hisworkouts when he was not feeling very well and struggling with allergyrelated problems.

It was absolutely incredible watching his energetictransformation during the workouts. Seeing a man who obviously wasfighting the temptations to abandon the workout before it evenstarted, and then finish the workout vibrant and ready to take on anychallenge was totally axillerating.

The business and wealth building information that Dr. Vitale sharesduring the training sessions are absolutely priceless. I can't helpbut think that exercise sparks some incredible wealth building ideasto pop into our heads.

I have taken Scott's advice and carry an extranote pad with me in the gym so I can capture these ideas at the momentthey are conceived.

I have noticed progress in myself from the first video to the third.

I have noticed that I am much more aware of the opportunities thatenter my life (it's amazing how many present themselves everyday thatI have not been aware of), acknowledge them, and most importantly TAKEACTION on them.

Your Business Body is the greatest health and wealth building productthat I've ever come across.

It's the real life, spontaneous humaninteraction, and chemistry between Scott and Dr. Joe that not onlymakes this product unique, but also a must have!

If you want to improve your health and increase your wealth YourBusiness Body is powerful tool to help you succeed."

Scott Tousignant, BHK, CFC

http://www.thefitchic.com/
http://www.thefitbastard.com/

2006-11-08T11:39:00.000-08:00

Do You Have a Lottery or an Abundance Mentality?
Free DVD For 50 Lucky People! November 2006
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Read this inspiring and informative letter -- revealing what it takes to be a success in business and with your health -- and you could be one of the first 50 to get a free DVD revealing even more!

And be sure to mark November 16th on your calendar (read on to see why).

One year ago, I was working for a major computer maker in here in Austin, Texas.

I was on a 3 day, 12 hour per day shift.

The atmosphere was chaotic, the pace was frenzied. I usually left at the end of my shift with a throbbing headache. To say that it was stressful would be an understatement.

Now, I’m not the smartest guy in the world but I am persistent.

I knew that waking up in the morning at 4am on Friday, Saturday and Sundays and going to work at 500am until 530pm was not how I wanted to spend my weekends.

I was just surviving.

I wanted more out of life. I wanted to pursue my passion – fitness.

So I persisted in figuring out how to get paid for doing what I loved. Sure, I could trade time for dollars in the fitness industry and be a personal trainer in a gym somewhere. But I had been there, done that and I knew that I would get burned out quickly by following that path.

I had just read Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill and, as a result, knew that I was capable of much more.

Someone once said When you are ready, the teacher (mentor) will appear.
Enter Ryan Lee.

Now for those of you who havent heard of Ryan Lee (www.ryanlee.com), Ryan indirectly helped me to turn my life around. He helped me see the light.

A little background on Ryan:
Ryan is a super successful entrepreneur in the fitness industry, is from the East coast, has a masters degree and use to teach in the New York school system.

I discovered Ryan as I was researching what others in the fitness industry were doing online. I kept seeing his name.

I knew that doing something online was a huge advantage – I just didn’t know what to do online. Or how to do it.

I noticed that Ryan was creating information products, had online training software programs, nutrition programs, subscription websites, etc and BOOM the light bulb went off in my head!
I got busy.

I joined one of his subscription sites which was the number one best thing that I could have done.

It opened the proverbial floodgates of opportunity.

I learned about leveraging my time, not trading time for dollars, how to create information products, how to start my own fitness boot camps, how to market them and on and on.
I made valuable contact with others (Dr. Joe Vitale) due to joining Ryan’s site.

I have built upon these relationships and will continue to develop products and services with some of the contacts made. Almost every week, another opportunity presents itself due to the products I have created and the contacts that I have made.

I left that computer job last December and have not looked back once.

Day by day, I am creating a life which integrates family and work (work?). Not a life that separates them.

I work from home 3 days a week and spend time with my family and pursue other interests the rest of the week.

I have a 2 and a 4 year old. I have a beautiful wife.

Life is good.

How about you?

Are you living the life that you desire?

How well are you performing in the areas of your life that you deem to be most important?

Are you thriving or just surviving?

Are you at the top of your game or sitting on the bench, watching others play, wishing you could be the star performer? – Larry Wilson, foreword from the must read book 177 Mental Toughness Secrets of the World Class.

As we approach the end of the year and the beginning of a fresh, New Year, ask yourself a few questions.

Close your eyes for a few seconds and take a deep breath first.

This is important.

Ask yourself Am I thriving or surviving?

Am I expecting a breakout year in 2007 or am I expecting more of the same old, same old?

Am I ready for my teacher (mentor) to appear?

It’s been said that 70% of us live in a middle class consciousness. 5% of us live in a world class consciousness.

Where do you fit in?

Do you compete or create?

Do you avoid risk or manage risk?

Do you have a lottery mentality or an abundance mentality?

Are you frustrated or are you grateful?

Do you believe your vision only when you see it or do you see your vision when you believe it? – From Steve Siebold’s 177 Mental Toughness Secrets of the World Class.

Your current state of consciousness (middle or world class) lies in the answers to these questions.

Dr. Joe Vitale started out as an amateur with middle class consciousness.

He went from homeless to a best selling author to appearing on Larry King Live on Thursday, November 16th.

We talk about this in the YourBusinessBody.com DVD’s.

Dr. Vitale remembers his roots – where he came from. The emotion spills out and when he talks about his roots on camera. And what he did to overcome those initial obstacles.

And how with just a change in mindset we all possess the keys to change our reality (our bodies and our business) – if that’s what we want to do.

By taking advantage of the opportunity and entering The Challenge at YourBusinessBody.com you have the ability to turn your business around within 90 days.

You’ll also discover how to get your body in shape with workouts taking as little time as 14 – 17 minutes (including warm-up and cool down). Surely we all have 14 to 17 minutes to take care of our greatest gift, our bodies.

DVD #4 will be released in a week or so to the subscribers. In the meantime, I invite you to take action.
The first 50 people who request it are going to get a copy of YourBusinessBody.com DVD #3 – Free (all you pay is $5.00 for shipping) .

This is a give away for the first 50 of you who request your free copy of YBB DVD #3 by clicking on the link below.

Request your free DVD here -> http://tinyurl.com/y 4j6e4

How’s that for an abundance mindset?!

Frankly, I’m puzzled. I look around and it seems like we’re all getting more and more out of shape. Could it be that our businesses are getting out of shape too?

What with all of the information that we’re exposed to in these YourBusinessBody.com DVD’s you cant help but to turn things around – just as I did about a year ago when my first teacher (Ryan Lee) appeared.

Then my second teacher appeared (Dr. Joe Vitale).

Ive learned a ton from Dr. Vitale. And Ive taken action.

Heres an example.

By implementing Dr. Vitales methods I scored a publicity hit recently with one of my business partners, Lee Priest.

You can read the article that was published in the Austin-American Statesman by clicking here -> article

Next for Lee is The Howard Stern Show.

And then after that is an article about Lee’s car in the national magazine Modified Mustangs.
All of this publicity adds up to more and more opportunities.

Action is the first and most important step.

Click the link for your free YourBusinessBody.com DVD - >http://tinyurl.com/y 4j6e4

All you pay is $5 shipping.

The second round of the YourBusinessBody.com Challenge started on November 1st 2006. Just as we did with the first round, we are extending the entrance date by 1 week.

The last day to enter Round 2 is tomorrow, Wednesday, November 8th.

Take action now.

Yours for better health and greater business success,

Scott York and Dr. Joe Vitale
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
www.your businessbody.com

P.S. Remember, the first 50 people that click here -> http://tinyurl.com/y 4j6e4 get the free YBB DVD. All you pay is $5.00 shipping.

P.P.S. Watch Dr. Joe Vitale on Larry King Live on November 16th!

2006-10-31T12:26:00.000-08:00

Halloween Post from one of the YourBusinessBody.com participants!

Scott:

I had a scary thought today.

What If I had let Opportunity presented by the Business Body Challenge pass me by?
- I'd be 15 pounds heavier
- I'd have less monthly income (perhaps 70% less in one business!)
- I would have to break down and purchase "fat pants" because my pants were wearing out.
- I'd be driving the same old truck.
- I'd be stuck in a career I hated.So, in the nature of The Secret
- It's one thing to acknolwedge the bad but more important is to focus on my intention.

I'm so thankful that:- Dr. Joe and Scott offered the challenge, and support it with great products and useful knowledge.
- I found the discipline to lose 15 pounds of bodyfat
- I earned a 317% increase in sales from one of my businesses: www.cpamarketingcenter.com in 12 weeks!
- I finally vindicated myself after 4 years - I was able to use my "skinny pants" from the back of my closet again!
- I'm driving one of the hottest, hard to get cars in the USA right now... a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser
- I'm transitioning out of a career I don't care for by selling one of my businesses.I could go on, but I'll save some for the essay.

I've still got a lot of progress, and a lot of transformation to do in Round 2.

Best regards,
Dave

Round 2 starts tomorrow, November 1st 2006.

Go to www.yourbusinessbody.com and enter The Challenge of a lifetime!

2006-10-27T17:31:00.000-07:00

Listen to the free teleconference call that one of the YourBusinessBody.com participants (Dave Racheford) and I (Scott York) did yesterday.

Some of the topics of the 40 minutes call included:

1) How to ensure success in the 12 week fitness portion.
2) How to overcome obstacles / How to measure success.
3) Where to get support when your personal network (friends / family) aren't FULLy there for you.
4) What are the biggest mistakes most people make when starting a fitness challenge?
5) Meals, and Meal planning
6) Should I start now, or wait till January?

Click on this link- > http://podcast.liveoffice.com/telcorecordings/0/275635/1058779.mp3

The next round of the YourBusinessBody.com Challenge starts on Nov.2nd 2006.

Thank you!
Scott
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
512.233.0756

2006-10-21T20:12:00.000-07:00

Here's a link that one of our YourBusinessBody.com participants put up.

This site is called MyBusinessBodySuccess.com.

The site is a work in progress. The forum for this site is up at http://mybusinessbodysuccess.com/forum/

This is potentially a huge benefit for those of us wanting a place to gather and compare and share ideas about fitness and marketing.

Get over to the forum at http://mybusinessbodysuccess.com/forum/ and join right away.

Scott

2006-10-10T07:37:00.000-07:00

From Dr. Joe Vitale's newsletter(10/10/06):

How can you get fit and make a profit, too?

The smartest way is to enter a contest that motivates you to lose weight and get fit *while* also educating you on marketing methods to increase your bottomline.

Scott York and I have set up such a program.

You get a DVD of the month and all the help you need -- plus you can win about $150,000 in prizes.

Check it out over at www.YourBusinessBody.com

To learn more about Dr. Vitale, please visit www.mrfire.com

To learn more about Scott York, please visit www.scottyork.com

2006-10-05T13:24:00.000-07:00

Here's a link for DVD 3 of YourBusinessBody.com.

-> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-KeG60IQNjI

Hard-hitting, hardcore lockerroom type marketing and fitness secrets!

2006-10-04T12:12:00.000-07:00

Scott & Joe -

I just watched DVD #2 for the first time. I say for the first time becasue I find that If I watch more than once - I get more from them.

I was surprised to learn that Joe faces the same challenges we face- This video deals with:

* How to overcome doubt
* How to maintain alignment with goals
* How to surround yourself with support
* How to develop a game plan to reach the goals

And that's just the first 1/2 Hour!

When Joe shares his insight gained over the course of his life - I feel a little validated that I'm on the right path.

Ok - are there faults with the video?

If one wants to be nit-picky, it could appear "Home-made"- at times, it can be little shaky at times - (maybe too much coffee for the cameraman?) - but generally, the hand is very steady and it doesn't detract from the content- the video is an intimate portrait, an inside view of the the mind of Joe Vitale, with great training tips - tips of the physical, mental and marketing variety.

Keep 'em coming!

Dave

2006-09-29T11:06:00.000-07:00

"As you say - Action is the key - it's certainly not knowledge.

Sure, it's great to seek enlightenment through knowledge, but there area lot of people who sit around with a fat head (and body) and an empty wallet. - Damn, that's a good quote. I think I just made it up too.

By the way - I just checked my online store stats: Since beginning the YBBC in August, my September sales were up 86% from August! very significant - these are recurring revenues for subcribing customers.

And, I"m working on some other big stuff which should grow all my business activities even more in the coming months!

Thanks for the challenge - This could be one of the best things that I've ever decided to participate in!"

Dave

2006-09-28T20:19:00.000-07:00

How Can You and Dr. Vitale Team Up And Dominate Your Niche?

I just released DVD #2 of YourBusinessBody.com DVD of the month to the subscribers.

If you have been considering entering the Body and Business Challenge at www.yourbusinessbody.com – NOW is the time to take action.

Round 2 starts on November 1st 2006. A little over 30 days away.

Ultimately, someone is going to win $150,000 worth of Dr. Vitale’s services, appear on an episode of www.yourbusinebody.com and have a life changing experience!

NOW is the time to subscribe, show your commitment and, as I like to say to my fitness clients – “take control”.

Here’s why.

As I edited the footage, which takes place just a few months ago at Dr. Vitale’s home gym in Wimberley, Texas, I began to grin.

Then I began to smile.

Then I stopped editing the footage and just watched.

There is some powerful and amazing information on these DVD’s.

Life changing information.

Often, as I’m filming Dr. Vitale, I miss things that he says because I’m operating the
video camera and I’m directing his workout.

I don’t have the opportunity to let the information sink in.

But when I start watching the footage at home, it hits me.

I get excited because all of these marketing ideas hit me right square between the eyes!

As a result of working with Dr. Vitale, I am literally taking my own business to the next level – day by day, week by week.

I am “re-framing”, as Bruce Barton says, my industry (fitness) at a grass roots level with some major players in the fitness industry.

We’re doing things that have never been done before!

Bruce Barton is “America’s Forgotten Genius” who Dr. Vitale writes about in the book “The Seven Lost Secrets of Success”

It’s one of my absolute favorite books ever.

I cannot say enough about this book.

For those that take action and subscribe to the DVD of the month at www.yourbusinessbody.com, Dr. Vitale will include, as a bonus, his eBook on none other than Bruce Barton – a $30.00 value!

Here’s what one person had to say about this book:

“Joe dedicated 2 years of his life to studying the fascinating Barton, a legend in his own time, but an enigmatic mystery in ours.
I personally took one idea from this book and used it as a marketing strategy that has produced the best results for my business I have ever seen.
John Naisbitt, in his book "Megatrends" predicted that the more we become high-tech the more we long for high touch. Joe has brought back the magic of the high touch "Secrets of Success."
If you want to be successful, really successful, then you just have to read this book.”
- Rick Butts

This bonus eBook is for those that subscribe now.

Since I began working with Dr. Vitale, I’ve had a flood of emails from folks who want information about my relationship with Joe as well as some examples of how Dr. Vitale has helped me with my own business.

OK. Fair enough. I’ll spill the beans.

Since I have begun working with Dr. Vitale, I have started projects with:

Adela Garcia (www.adelagf.com) - Are you kidding me? Adela is the top Fitness Athlete/Model in the world! Adela won Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 2006 Miss Fitness International (www.arnoldclassic.com/2006_fitness_international.asp)

“Adela Garcia has become a household name in fitness events at the highest level.”

Adela has a HUGE fan base worldwide and they want information (videos, eBooks, online training, seminars, etc.) from her and guess what? Adela and I have teamed up and we’re going to give it to them! The health and fitness industry is a billion dollar a year market and who better to give fitness advice than Adela Garcia?!

Monica Brant (www.monicabrant.com) - Am I dreaming? Monica Brant?

“There is no more recognizable personality in the fitness/figure industry where she has appeared on well over 100 magazine covers worldwide.”

Next time you’re in the grocery store or bookstore, look in the fitness magazine section and chances are you will see Monica on one or more fitness magazine covers.

Monica and I have much to do regarding information products with her worldwide audience. Matter of fact, Monica is filming in Las Vegas right now at the Olympia, the largest professional body building and fitness competition in the world (http://www.mrolympia.com/) for a project that we are working on together!

Of course there’s also Pro Body Builder Lee Priest (www.bodybuildersreality.com).

For those that don’t know, Lee is the most popular male bodybuilder in the world.

Lee has readily agreed to another year of our DVD of the month series (www.bodybuildersreality.com) due to the success of our first season and because of the overwhelming positive feedback that his fans have given him.

Just last week I had one of the world’s largest fitness internet video distributors pay us to carry these bodybuildersreality.com videos! (http://www.mesomorphosis.com/store/new-releases.html)

How’s that for massive exposure?

Another example of recent success that I’ve had as a result of working and learning from Dr. Vitale is with my fitness business.

My personal training business is growing – in fact; I have to turn people away due to the success of my fitness boot camps.
(http://www.fullforcefitness.net/wst_page2.html)

We had 30 people sign up in one of our locations last session – that’s over $300 bucks for 45 minutes of training!

Forty five minutes and $300 bucks – on a regular basis!

And that’s just one location!

Because of Joe, I’m following my passion and taking action!

Every single day.

My financial goal right now is $1000 a day.

I may have to raise my goal a bit!

And I only work about 20 hours a week!

And then there’s my work with Joe.

I’m working with him too at www.yourbusinessbody.com

Yep, Dr. Joe Vitale.

The marketing king of the jungle with a ferocious desire to help you succeed!

I’m succeeding with Dr. Vitale’s help.

I have the top fitness professionals in the world calling me and emailing me.

They want to team up and have me help them ROCK the fitness industry, to “reframe” the industry and make money using new and creative marketing ideas while we are following our PASSION.

Passion is everything. Passion coupled with action is like a 160mph rollercoaster ride fueled by excitement of what unknown opportunity or success might be waiting to spring out behind the next hill or curve.

Passion without action is about as exciting as working for someone else helping them follow their passion.

Life is too short.

With Dr. Vitale’s help, I’ve changed my life and my business.

I was working for a major computer company a little over a year ago. I was working 12 hours days in a stressful, dog eat dog environment.

It was horrible.

What’s more, we had a 6 month old son with a major heart defect facing open heart surgery.

Vaughn, my son, had to have constant round the clock feedings to get his bodyweight up so that he could withstand the trauma of the surgery.

My wife and I were up every 2-3 hours.

This went on for the first 9 months of his life.

Day and night.

Vaughn’s surgery went without a hitch and now, he along with his 4 yr old brother, are happy and healthy.

His doctors said that his surgery was a miracle.

The doctors were expecting a real battle on that hospital operating table.

After all of that, I’m without a care in the world.

And maybe it’s why I love taking risks and challenges

I left the high tech job many, many months ago.

Now I only have one boss – my wife and she’s pretty easy to work for. J

I hang out with my sons, follow my fitness passion and live life to the fullest.

If I can do it, so can you.

There’s certainly nothing special about me.

Of course there will always be obstacles and the temptation to say”It’s just not a good time…”

But don’t kid yourself; you can start your body changing and life changing experience right now.

If you only take action.

We’ve got hundreds of people that have signed up for more information about www.yourbusinessbody.com .

But not all of them are taking action.

As a fitness professional, I see it as my job to convince you to take action.

Why? Because I love training and helping others and I know that when you do take action and start seeing and feeling the benefits of better health, you’ll be kicking yourself and saying “Why didn’t I do this a lot sooner?”

So, no, I don’t mind driving my point home.

You can start taking action by getting motivated. You can get motivated by reading inspirational stories, hanging around others that are doing the things that you would like to do, watching movies that inspire – the 1993 move “Rudy” is a great one.

If you’ve already seen it, see it again.

The tag line for the movie “Rudy” reads “When people say dreams don't come true, tell them about Rudy”

And of course the movie, “The Secret” (http://www.thesecret.tv/) has a life changing message.

I watch it regularly.

You can email me at mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com with any questions or concerns that you may have.

You can visit the blog at http://www.yourbusinessbody.blogspot.com/
And look at all of the information there. There are inspiring stories from those that are already taking action and how it has already changed their lives.

Just do something.

I’ll wrap this up by letting you know that Joe lost 17 lbs over the course of his 12 week transformation!

He also got stronger. He built muscle.

Joe has sent in his EAS bodyforlife participant packet and is awaiting word for how he did.

Doesn’t matter.

He’s a champ anyway you slice it.

My 82 year old father was recently on location while we were filming an episode of YourBusinessBody.com.

My dad watched as Joe pushed, jumped, sweated and pumped his way to a killer workout.

On the way home, Dad said he couldn’t believe the intensity in Joe’s effort.

It was obvious, my dad said, how badly Joe “wanted it”.

That’s what it boils down to.

To see all of this intensity and to discover Dr. Vitale’s marketing tips such as 5 things that you must do each day to market your business effectively, marketing strategies used by Bruce Barton, hard hitting questions and answers for those just starting out in internet marketing, fitness tips galore and much more in this 90 minute DVD, please go to:

www.yourbusinessbody.com and subscribe to this ground breaking DVD of the month.

It’s one thing to read a book by an expert.

It’s a totally different experience to actually watch, as if you are really there, while Dr. Vitale and I bring this body and business life changing information to you, in your own home on DVD.

Where you can watch it over and over and get motivated and…

Take action!

Subscribe at www.yourbusinessbody.com

The 2nd round starts on November 1st.

Read all about “The Challenge” at www.yourbusinessbody.com

Someone is going to win $150, 000 worth of Dr. Vitale’s services.

Get going!

Regards,

Scott (and Joe)
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
www.yourbusinessbody.com
512.233.0756

P.S. Don’t lose out on the free bonus eBook about Bruce Barton. Subscribe to the YourBusinessBody.com DVD of the month at www.yourbusinessbody.com and get it as a bonus.

P.P.S. Please forward this email to someone who needs a kick in the pants with their motivation, business growth and physical growth.

P.P.P.S. If you would like to buy just one DVD to check out what you’re missing, without subscribing go here -> http://tinyurl.com/mya68

Copyright 2006. All rights reserved.

2006-09-26T21:12:00.000-07:00

Here's a link to view a short(30 seconds or so) introduction of DVD 2 www.yourbusinessbody.com

Link -> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QmPc-udAnI

DVD 2 covers two different workouts on two different days.

These are workouts that you can do with minimal equipment.

We also discuss marketing, The Attractor Factor, Bruce Barton (advertising genius) and 5 things that you must do daily to grow your business.

Of course, there's much more in this 90 minute powerpacked DVD of the month!

www.yourbusinessbody.com

Scott

2006-09-26T19:00:00.001-07:00

Question from a YourBusinessBody.com participant:

"Scott, in YBBC video #1, you talked w/ Joe about water, sodium, etc.

As I come down the home strech into the last four weeks, I'm concerned with looking my best in the pics - What do I need to consider?

Obviously, I know that water weight loss is temporary, but why do some hardcore bodybuilders risk using powerful diuretics?

Should I switch to distilled water the last week before my pics?

Will a few pounds in water weight loss really affect the look and give me the "thin skin" vascular look I'm looking for?

How does one balance being dry and dehydrated and obtaining the "full muscle" pumped look at the same time? "

Thanks, Dave

Answer:

Dave, good question! Water manipulation can be tricky.

Here's the "why" and "how" regarding water intake.

First off, this is just my opinion. It does not represent medical advice. Water intake is very important and should never be limited for long periods of time due to potential health hazards.

Use caution.

OK, let's get to it.

Water is commonly restricted the day before a physique contest or before important pictures are taken.

The reason is because water can make your body look "bloated" or "waterlogged" if too much water is taken in before the important event.

Water intake should be at least 1 gallon a day up until the day before the photo shoot for the competitors in the YourBusinessBody.com Challenge. You want to flush toxins and stay hydrated by drinking a gallon or more of water each day up until the day before the event.

Drinking lots of water (1+ gallons) can actually speed up your weight loss. So make sure you keep guzzling up until the day before the event.

The day before the pictures you might (notice the word might - Hey, I grew up in a family of attorney's) restrict your water intake to a half gallon.

The day of the photo shoot you might restrict your water to just wetting your mouth or taking sips of water (ice cubes are commonly used) until you have had your pics taken.

After the pics are taken, go back to normal drinking volume (Water drinking volume :)

You do not need to switch to distilled water which is basically "dead water". Continue drinking your regular water as it has, hopefully, minerals and other good stuff in it.

As far as sodium, try to limit sodium intake to 1000 mg or less during the last 4 days before the pics are taken.

Too much sodium (over 1000mg) will make you retain water (bloat).

Read the labels of your food to be accurate with this - do not guess.

You've worked too hard to simply guess.

Joe told me the last week of his body transformation how he never realized how much sodium food already has in it - much less processed foods.

Bottom line is make sure that you are lean enough first and foremost. This happens with diet and exercise.

The water and sodium manipulation represents only about 5% or so of the final results!

Hope this helps, Dave!

Good luck!

Scott

2006-09-20T06:56:00.000-07:00

"Amateurs tend to believe exercise is only for the young, and that it has little to do with success in the business world. Studies show this to be false. In the last 10 years, many companies have started corporate exercise programs and constructed workout facilities on company premises.

They know regular exercise is the single most significant aspect of good health, and good employee goes right to the bottom line.

Champions have known this for years. They tend to invest at least an hour per day, every day, in some form of physical activity. They usually select an activity they really enjoy to insure it will become a habit.

Amateurs spend more time watching their favorite sports heroes exercise than they do exercising themselves.

The cost of this inactive lifestyle is substantial, both physically and mentally.

Professional performers know a sound mind and body are one and the same, and treat their physically activity with the same intensity and priority as they do their work.

Amateurs see exercise as a chore; pros see it as a necessity for world-class performance."

Taken from the book "177 Mental Toughness Secrets of The World Class" by Steve Siebold

DVD 2 of YourBusinessBody.com will be shipping to the subscribers this week.

Want to save money and buy all 12 Marketing and Fitness DVD's with Dr. Joe Vitale and Scott York?

Go to this link and save --> http://tinyurl.com/hkl6n

Here's what one person had to say about DVD 1:

"Scott -

I just finished watching the first two DVD's of 'Your Business Body' and they are awesome! I love the candid view of Joe's life and his thoughts! The way you torture (aka, train) him in his gym and grill him with marketing and business questions all at once is seriously priceless!

There is no doubt in my mind Joe is going to get in serious shape with your fast paced, NO BS workouts! I am impressed with how tough Joe is as well! He's the perfect client! He never says "No" or complains or whines. People can learn a ton here, not just in the business sense, but in how Joe is so dedicated and driven to be a success in all areas of life.

This is top notch, must have stuff that people need to experience!

Keep it coming because I'm looking forward to seeing more!!

Best,

Zach Even - Esh
REALManFitness.com"

2006-09-13T14:23:00.000-07:00

Here's an inspiring email that I received from one of the participants of The YourBusinessBody.com Challenge ~

"This message is going out to you some female friends, family and associates who I think might really enjoy and benefit greatly from this info.

The guy putting out this great information is my personal fitness coach, Sincere Hogan (gotta love the name!), who I have been working with for just about a month now, but he and his teachings have made a HUGE Impact on me (and my body!) already!

After about 4 years of not working out regularly and letting my eating habits really become far from ideal (as I sit in front of my computer working from home), my body was starting to show the signs of neglect and bottom line I just FELT like crap!

The 'final straw' for me was when I recently decided to help start-up an Aussie Rules Football Team here in Houston (www.HoustonFooty.com ), and when I took the field to play I could hardly run after the ball without feeling like I was going to fall over and pass out!

At 35, that was pitiful I thought and FELT! I drew the proverbial 'line in the sand' right there, and said, "That's It, NEVER AGAIN will I neglect my body and fitness, it's time to look and feel great again, and make it a lifestyle!'

Next thing I did was LOOK for a Solution to my problem, and I did not want to just start going back to the gym again, as I just could not get motivated to go lift weights in the same old boring gym, and I knew there had to be something out there that I could be excited about doing!?

That answer came in two ways..

1) Joe Vitale (famous and very successful internet marketer) and Scott York (a personal trainer and fitness expert in Austin, Texas), who started the www.YourBusinessBody.com challenge, which I have entered into and plan on being the Grand Champion winner of!

2) Sincere Hogan, who was recommended to me by Scott York, who has the most fun, effective, affordable, and challenging program in Houston.

Sincere's approach to fitness is really cool, and so much fun, his philosophy is based around...Who needs a boring, stuffy, sweaty gym full of people running around from machine-to-machine and on contraptions that have them looking like a hamster spinning on a wheel, get OUTDOORS and have FUN while getting in the best shape of your life! By the way...I will be documenting this whole experience on a blog which will be started this week at www.businessandbodyforlife.blogspot.com

Sincere runs an outdoors fit camp (www.JoshOneFitCamp.com ) here in Houston at a beautiful park, and I have lost weight, and inches and added some nice lean muscle already in under a month of attending his fit camp workouts, I FEEL great, my clotes are looking and fitting so much better on me, and for the first time in a LONG time I actually am excited about exercising, I actually look forward to going to these sessions!! ;)

Just this past weekend in LA at I was attending a business function (www.SeptemberSpectacular.com ) and numerous people commented how I looked fit and trim, and asked what I had been doing? ; that was pretty cool! ;)

If you are in Houston, check out his fit camp, it is the most FUN you will ever have while you transform yourself into a fit toned, s.exy, femme fatale!

If you are not in Houston, subscribe to Sincere's Fit Femmes newsletter to get some great info from him. And if you are ready to look and feel great and have FUN doing it, do a Google search for a fit camp/outdoor fitness workout /bootcamp in your area!

Enjoy the info, To Your HEALTHY SUCCESS! "

- Jared

Wow! Thanks, Jared (and Sincere)!

- Scott

2006-09-12T20:35:00.000-07:00

I had a great question from Dave.

Here it is:

Question - "Scott - what has been your "best" or "favorite" marketing tip from Mr. Fire?

BTW - since beginning to read "customer born every minute" - I've had a number of great ideas that I'm implementing in my payroll business - including applying for a "Guiness World Record" attempt - I'll keep you posted - but save some for the contest essay."
- Dave

Answer - I knew it was just a matter of time before someone asked me this!

Afterall, I get to spend part of an afternoon with Dr. Vitale each Saturday training and filming him for our YourBusinessBody.com DVD of the month!

You can bet that I have learned tons!

As a result, I've had so many opportunities come my way that I'm learning more and more about BALANCE.

I need to do a better job of balancing my time.

It's a good problem to have.

Anyway, the answer to the question is as follows.

1) Life is a moving parade. You must constantly share what it is you do with your audience, your customers and the people with whom you come into contact with. No one is standing still waiting for you to deliver your "elevator speech".

2) Your customer base constantly changes. Adjust and repeat your message accordingly.

3) Stand apart from your competition.

4) Work with others to achieve. Help them achieve and they will help you achieve. Ask them "How are you smart"? What is their talent? Power in numbers.

These are just some very brief lessons that I've learned from Dr. Vitale.

Hope they help you in some way.

Thanks for the question, Dave!

Scott

2006-09-05T18:56:00.000-07:00

Today's question is about combining strength / weight training with aerobic exercise.

"- Is there such thing as "too much" aerobic exercise when trying to lose fat? I feel like I've got a lot of fat to lose, and need to incorporate aerobic activity to keep improving my cardiovascular fitness, and burn up some calories.

I'm not just jumping into this - I've been a long time jogger, averaging 18-20 miles a week for the past several years, and ran a couple marthons about 5 years ago... but with the yourbusinessbody challenge, I'm stepping up the intensity and consistancy.

As stated before, my primary goal is to lose fat, maintain / muscle mass.... I know the muscle will show when I strip off the excess fat.

I enjoy both weight training and aerobic exercise like running. Currently on a "Push - pull" routine split is -1) back/ biceps, 2) chest, shoulders, triceps 3) Legs - Abs are done on non-weight training days. I also practice Karate two days a week.

A little more background - 35 year old male - 230 pounds at about 24.5% bodyfat (according to Tanita Bodyfat scale,% confirmed by trainer). I consider myself healthy and have no joint/ knee problems, aside from some back injuries some time ago.

Mon: 6:00 am: 1/2 mile warm up - 2.5 miles "Fast" - 7:00 / mile pace - total run is 22:00 - heart rate tops at 175 bpm - (95% effort) - followed by 40 minutes weightlifting.

Tue 6:00 am - 6 miles easy - 9 -10/ min/mile pace - Abs

wed 6:00 am 1/2 mile warm up - 2.5 miles "Fast" - 7:00 / mile pace - total run is 22:00 - heart rate tops at 175 bpm - (95% effort) followed by 40 minutes weightlifting.

Evening: Karate 1.5 hrs -

THur 6:00 am 6 miles easy - 9 -10/ min/mile pace - Abs

Fri 6:00 am 1/2 mile warm up - 2.5 miles "Fast" - 7:00 / mile pace - total run is 22:00 - heart rate tops at 175 bpm - (95% effort)followed by 40 minutes weightlifting.

Sat 6:00 am - 6-8 miles - "tempo" run at 8:00/mile pace - Afternoon - Karate 1.5 hours

Sun - long walk, rest, no weights, no karate, no running. Definitely stretching.

I know diet is a key component, and I'll start a diary and will share it later.

My fat loss has been slow and steady - over the month of August I dropped 6.5 pounds of fat - but I feel a bit disappointed - I wanted to drop 10-12.

Should I reduce calories or increase aerobics? How much is too much aerobic exercise when "cutting" for a contest?

ps. This contest is helping me get very clear on my business goals too - I'm looking at my business in new ways - and am very excited about the changes occuring in my business too!"
- Dave

Answer: First of all, congratulations on your weight loss, Dave!

6 1/2 lbs in a month is nothing to be disappointed about.

In fact, if one is doing it right (weight loss) expect to lose 4-8 lbs each month and no more (8lbs being extreme after you've been dieting for a couple of months).

After reading your current workout program, here is my advice:

Do the weight training before the cardio.

The purpose of cardio after weights is that you'll have more energy for the weights if you hit them first.

After the weight training you will have depleted most of your glycogen stores and therefore you should be able to burn a higher number of calories from fat while performing the cardio (30-40 minutes maximum for each cardio

session).

Ultimate fat loss comes from an increase in LBM, and as a result, an increase in your metabolism.

This means you'll be burning more calories 24 hours per day. Bigger muscles burn more calories.

As far as reducing calories - you want to eat as much as you can but not more than you need.

The easy way to do this is to calculate your food intake for 3 - 5 days. Add up the total number of calories and then divide by the number of days.

Example - you eat 2000 calories on day 1, 1800 calories on day 2, 22oo calories on day 3.

Divide by 3 and you get 1800 calories . In this basic example, your average caloric intake would be 1800 calories.

The next step is to subtract say, 30o calories a day for a couple of weeks to encourage fat loss.

Note - try to keep your body guessing by dropping 200 one day, 3oo another day and 400 on day 3.

Drop the most calories (400 in this example) on your non workout days.

I would recommend these two suggestions (lift weights before cardio and, secondly, averaging and subtracting calories) to get the most out of your fitness program!

Good luck, Dave!

Scott
www.yourbusinessbody.com
www.fullforcefitness.net

2006-09-02T20:14:00.000-07:00

Today's workout:

Time to complete: 31 minutes

Calories burned: 404

Workout:

Stretch/warmup

2 rounds of:

Ring rows x20 reps
Keg overhead squats x 20 reps
DB curls x 20 reps
Kettlebell swings x 20 reps
Pushup bars x 20 reps
Run 1/4 mile

Simple, effective, feel great!

Have a safe and happy Holiday Weekend!

Email me if you have any questions about this workout, etc.

Scott
Scott@fullforcefitness.net
Mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
512.233.0756

2006-08-29T06:56:00.000-07:00

Here's what one of our subscribers to the YourBusinessBody.com DVD series had to say about DVD #1:

"At first - I was skeptical - could this DVD really be worth 40 bucks?

Well, I just finished watching the DVD that came in today's mail.The DVD is definitely worth every penny, and more.

Because it offers an inside view into the mind of a best selling author, master marketer; and aspiring body builder(Dr. Joe Vitale); and an aspiring marketer, master fitness coach (Scott) it would be a shame to miss this video, and miss this opportunity & challenge with www.yourbusinessbody.com.

I also appreciate your (Scott) candid - straight forward, no BS approach to body building & fitness.

You dispell some of the common myths, especially in the diet / nutrition areas.

I think you are the first fitness professional who I've ever heard say "You may have to feel hunger to lose fat" Which is just real...so many of the BS plans promise "never feel hunger."

So - yes, I do endorse your videos - and yes, I recommend that people not just watch, but learn - by keeping a note pad handy.

In fact - while listening to you and Dr. Joe, I had two great ideas, one which will be worth a lot of money!

To your success!"

David Rachford, CPA Marketer
www.cpamarketingcenter.com

2006-08-27T12:42:00.000-07:00

Screen Shot taken from YourBusinessBody.com DVD #1
(Dr. Joe Vitale in his home gym).

2006-08-27T10:53:00.000-07:00

Here's some feedback I just received regarding our first double DVD available at www.yourbusinessbody.com :

"Scott -

I just finished watching the first two DVD's of 'Your Business Body' and they are awesome! I love the candid view of Joe's life and his thoughts! The way you torture (aka, train) him in his gym and grill him with marketing and business questions all at once is seriously priceless!

There is no doubt in my mind Joe is going to get in serious shape with your fast paced, NO BS workouts! I am impressed with how tough Joe is as well! He's the perfect client! He never says "No" or complains or whines. People can learn a ton here, not just in the business sense, but in how Joe is so dedicated and driven to be a success in all areas of life.

This is top notch, must have stuff that people need to experience!

Keep it coming because I'm looking forward to seeing more!! "

Best,

Zach Even - Esh
REALManFitness.com

Thank you, Zach!

We're proud of this groundbreaking DVD.

I've shot around 10-12 hours of footage and am in the process of editing DVD #2 in the series, YourBusinessBody.com.

DVD #2 will begin shipping in a couple of weeks.

Go subscribe now at www.yourbusinessbody.com !

It's only $39.95 a month for informative, action packed DVD's that will change your life - if you only press play on your DVD player and THEN TAKE ACTION!

Scott
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
512.233.0756

2006-08-25T12:08:00.000-07:00

Questions and Answers:

Question:

"Scott -
Here's a few questions to keep the blog posts rolling:

1) Do I need to count calories? I'm primarily concerned with losing fat without loss of the muscle I do have.

2) Do I need to take any nutritional supplements? I currently take a good multi-viatimin and fish oil each day. But should I add protein powders, shakes, other supplements, and what do you recommend as "biggest bang for the buck"

Thanks -

Dave"

Answer:

Dave,

Thanks for your questions!

1) Regarding counting calories. Most people, in my experience, tend to underestimate the number of calories that they eat. For this reason, I think that it is a good idea to count your calories in the beginning of your weightloss program.

There are numerous free websites that will assist with this.
Here's a link to one that I have used -> http://www.urban-riot.com/bb/login.php

I also use the book "The Complete Book of Food Counts" by Corinne Netzer to find food values.

If you google "calories in food" or "food counts", I'm sure there are free websites that will help you find how many calories are in specific foods.

I like to eat normally (don't diet) for 3 days. Add up the calories over the 3 day period and then divide by 3.

For example: If one ate 2000 calories on Day 1, 25oo calories on Day 2 and 3000 calories on Day 3 the average would be 2500 calories.

The last step is to deduct 500 calories from that 2500 average (a pound of fat equals 35oo calories). In theory, you should lose a pound of fat just by deducting the 5oo calories each day.

Of course, you should still workout. This will speed up the fat loss, build lean tissue, crank up the metabolism, etc.

Summary - count calories for a few days. Establish a baseline. Deduct 500 calories from that baseline.

2) Supplements:

I'll tell you what I like to do.

I use minimal supplements.

I use a vitamin/mineral capsule and a protein supplement each day.

Vit C, Vit E, fish oil, creatine, Glutamine all get high marks but I don't use them all of the time.

If I had to recommend a protein powder, I would choose "Muscle Milk" by Cytosport.

It tastes great. It has a great nutritional profile. It mixes with water easily.

Find it at your local supplement store or go to www.netrition.com

Thanks, Dave!

Good luck!

Scott

P.S. We'll (Dr. Joe Vitale and I) will be hosting a teleconference call about The Challenge soon. Details on the way!

2006-08-20T16:07:00.000-07:00

Dr. Vitale and I have agreed to conduct a conference call about the YourBusinessBody.com Challenge!

The purpose of this free call is to explain the rules and regulations of The Challenge.

The call will be limited to the first 100 callers.

Signup for the YourBusinessBody.com Newsletter at www.yourbusinessbody.com in order to be alerted about the date and time of this call.

We will be emailing all of the newsletter subscribers about the time and date of this call shortly.

Remember, this is an oppty for all of you to ask questions about The YourBusinessBody.com Challenge directly to Dr. Vitale and to me, Scott York.

We look forward to speaking with you soon!

Scott
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
www.yourbusinessbody.com

2006-08-15T18:58:00.000-07:00

Question and Answer about The Challenge!

Question: "How do I know if I'm entered in the contest? I'm going to take my "before" photos tonight, and have yet to buy Joe's materials (but I will this week) - is that good enough? I guess what I'm saying is that the entry package is a little vague on what it means to ENTER.I understand I must:

1) Subscribe to DVD of the Month.
2) Purchase "The Power of Outrageous Marketing" Audio.
3) Purchase the Book, There's a Customer Born Every Minute.

But the rules don't say - order these first, then start... or can I start and order in the upcoming weeks? Thanks - OK to respond publicly on your blog. I'm sure I'm not the only one confused on the particulars."

Dave Rachford, CPA marketer

Answer: Hi, Dave. Here is the answer to your question!

In order to enter the YourBusinessBody.com Body and Business Transformation Challenge we would like you to subscribe to the DVD of the month as soon as you decide to enter the contest.

Here are a few scenarios keeping in mind that there are 2 parts to
The Challenge.

Part 1 is the Body Transformation which has 4 Rounds.

Part 2 is the Business Transformation which has 1 Round and began on August 1st 2006.

Scenario 1: You decide that you want to enter The Challenge and want to start The Body transformation as soon as possible. The last day to enter The Body transformation for Round 1 is August 15th.

Take a before picture (download the the entry kit at www.yourbusinessbody.com)
of yourself on or before August 15th.

Subscribe to the DVD of the month at www.yourbusinessbody.com

Complete the Body Transformation by October 31st 2006.

Take the after pictures as described in the entry kit and return the Entry Kit with the Body Transformation information (pics, before weight, after weight) within 15 days of completing the Body Transformation Round (By November 15th if competing in Round 1) to:

Scott York
P.O. Box 5084
Jonestown, Tx
78645
attn: Yourbusinessbody.com Challenge

You will then work on transforming your business using the DVD of the month, purchasing the book "There's A Customer Born Every Minute" and purchasing the audio "The Power of Outrageous Marketing."

You can purchase the book and the audio whenever you want as long as it is done prior to the end date of the Business portion of The Challenge. The end date is May 1st 2007.

Since these materials will only help you with your Business Transformation it may be to your benefit to purchase them early on.

Once again, as long as you purchase them prior to May 1st 2007, your entry will be valid.

Scenario 2: You decide that you want to enter Round 2, 3 or 4 of The Body Transformation portion of The Challenge. Stay within the Round dates (see "Round Dates" at www.yourbusinessbody.com).

Once you commit to a Round (2, 3 or 4), download the entry kit, take the before pictures, purchase the DVD of the month.

Purchase the book and the audio right away or purchase the book and the audio prior to May 1st 2007.

Once again, it will be to your benefit to get your hands on this info (book and audio) as soon as possible.

I mean we know Dr. Vitale's marketing works - if one takes action.

Once the business portion of The Challenge is completed, write your essay using the guidelines in theEntry Kit and Rules and return the entry kit to me within 15 days of the end date of the contest (May 1st 2007).

Summary:

To enter The Challenge -
1) Commit to a Round (Round 1, 2, 3 or 4) of the Body Transformation.
2) Download the Entry Kit and take before photos.
3) Subscribe to the DVD of the Month.
4) Purchase the book and audio prior to May 1st 2007.
5) Complete the Body Transformation within the 12 weeks and return entry kit and photos. Fill out the essay after you have completed the Business Transformation.
6) Work on your Business Transformation until the end of The Challenge, May 1st 2007.
7) Return your entry kit (essay, proof of Business Transformation).

That's it!

Thanks, Dave. Great Question!

Scott
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com

2006-08-14T16:04:00.000-07:00

I have to share this with you.

Dr. Joe Vitale is out of town until the 15th of August.

He's at a hypnotist convention up North somewhere. He's a featured speaker so he'll be busy with that for a while.

Here's the deal.

I received this email from a fellow fitness professional today - it reads
"Hey Scott, How has everything gone with the first phase of the business body challenge? I love the blog posts and emails that have gone out. I am signing on for the next phase guaranteed. Actually can I still sign on if I'm not doing the body challenge just to get the dvd of the month?" - Scott Tousignant, www.thefitbastard.com

Well, I just finished editing, rendering, and burning DVD #1 and I'm proud of it!

DVD #1 contains almost 2 hours of behind the scenes action such as a look inside of Mr Fire's home gym, a very lengthy, detailed marketing conversation for business owners and entrepreneurs, a workout with me training Dr. Vitale and the actual conversation with Dr. Vitale and me sharing how we "hatched" this whole idea regarding this Marketing and Fitness DVD which has now evolved into www.YourBusinessBody.com!

So, yes Scott, of course I'm going to make this DVD available - it's too good not to!

There are a truckload of "take action", inspirational conversations between me and Dr. Vitale.

There are also some "WoW" type of marketing ideas that could take your business to the next level.

Here's the bottom line.

I don't have to explain the value of Dr. Vitale's marketing wisdom to you.

You already are aware that his information changes businesses and lives.

If you use the information.

If you want to get this first DVD which contains fly on the wall footage, topics you've never heard Dr. Vitale speak about, fitness information and powerful marketing tips from Mr. Attractor Factor, then I'm going to make it available now.

For a limited time.

Until he comes back from out of town.

The price of this just under 2 hour DVD is $39.95 for the competitors who subscribed and are currently competing in The Challenge.

I heard Joe recently tell me that we should charge $60-$70 for this DVD if you were not a subscriber/competitor in The Challenge.

But darn it, I just spent most of my day finishing this DVD and I want everyone to see it.
So if you click on this link -> http://snipurl.com/uuya, you can grab it for $39.95 (shipping included)!

Not $60 or $70.

This "I'm going to get in trouble" price of $39.95 is only good until Wednesday, August 16th.

I figured it would take that long for Joe to learn about my "price break" and tell me that I have undervalued this one of a kind jam packed Marketing and Fitness DVD by offering it to the masses for $39.95!

I'm going to tell him that I'm just a musclehead and didn't know any better :)
Here's the link -> http://snipurl.com/uuya

Remember this most likely will be the only opportunity to get your hands on this disc for this low price which is like having a nearly 2 hour one on one seminar with me and Mr. Fire!

Think it's worth $40?

Regards,
Scott
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com

P.S. Order it now while you're thinking about it : http://snipurl.com/uuya

You will be billed by ScottYork.com

2006-08-10T14:06:00.000-07:00

"Nothing happens until I make it happen".

Contributed by: Scott Wilson

The cutoff date to enter Round 1 is August 15th 2006 for the
Body Transformation portion of the YourBusinessBody.com Challenge.

There is still time to enter Round 1. You'll have 10 weeks to complete Round 1.

The Business Transformation lasts a full year.

Go to www.yourbusinessbody.com to check out the rules and to enter the contest.

Be part of history!

"I think there is something, more important than believing: Action! The world is full of dreamers, there aren't enough who will move ahead and begin to take concrete steps to actualize their vision". - W. Clement Stone

2006-08-06T18:50:00.000-07:00

Audio Interview with Dr. Joe Vitale (NEW!)

Here's the link --> http://www.fitbizexpert.com/VitaleAudio.html

The audio interview is about 45 minutes or so long and contains sales copy info, marketing info, and a question and answer session with Expert Dr. Joe Vitale.

The interview was conducted by Scott Colby on Tuesday, August 1st.

Scott

2006-08-06T18:36:00.000-07:00

Questions and Answers

Question: "I just learned about this awesome opportunity and want to dive in and enter the first round of the Body Transformation part of this Challenge. Today is August 4th and the start date for Round 1 is August 1st. Am I too late?" - Josie B.

Answer: Good Question. The cutoff date for each round will be 2 weeks into the round.

Example: Round 1 starts on August 1st. You can enter Round 1 as late as August 15th but you will have lost 2 weeks. You will have 10 weeks left to "do your thing" and get to transforming.
Scott

Question: "Are there any workout routines that you would recommend that I use during the Body Transformation Challenge? I'm new to working out." - Leonard S.

Answer: I will be happy to email you a basic "bootcamp style" workout that you can do at home with little to no equipment! Simply enter the contest (see Rules and Entry Kit at www.yourbusinessbody.com) and then email me your request for a bootcamp style workout.
Email mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com

As always, please check with your doctor before starting any workout program.

**Note - My wife recently attended a wedding. She needed to lose a few pounds to fit into the bridesmaid dress. She began doing these bootcamp style workouts at home and began losing weight too fast. She actually had to slow down because she was losing too much weight and was in danger of not fitting into the dress that she had already bought.

I said to her "Give me a testimonial for my website www.fullforcefitness.net. That's great information to share with others that are interested in working out!"

Scott

2006-08-06T05:48:00.000-07:00

Study Proves Happiness Burns More Calories than Sadness

I'm sending out a news release next week that says --

Happiness Burns More Calories than Sadness

It will go on to say --

Formerly Obese Author Loses 80 pounds Getting Happy -
Announces World's First Body and Business Contest (Austin, Texas)

According to Dr. Joe Vitale, author of The Attractor Factor and Life's Missing Instruction Manual, happiness burns more calories than unhappy emotional states, such as depression, sadness, or anger.

"People mistakenly think happiness is where you sit and vegetate under a lotus tree," says Vitale, 52, an author and Internet marketer based in Texas.

"The truth is, happy people tend to take more actions in the direction of their goals."Vitale says he lost 80 pounds by focusing on what he wanted, not on what he didn't want.

"Unhappy people tend to sit in front of the television, overeat, and do nothing but complain," he stated today.

"Even if they are feeling frustrated, sad, or angry, they tend to bottle their energy and do little to nothing with it. As a result, they get fat."Vitale should know.

This once obese Internet guru of www.mrfire.com lost eighty pounds.

He says he went from being called the Buddha of the Internet to the Charles Atlas of the Internet.

"I began to lose weight when I began to do what makes me happy," Vitale explained. "Happy people tend to take actions that burn more calories.

As a result, they get trimmer.

"To help others get happy and lose weight, Vitale and his personal trainer, Scott York, just announced the world's first body and business fitness contest at www.yourbusinessbody.com/.

"The idea is to work on your body and your business," says Vitale.

"Get happy, get fit, and make money, too."The winner can win $150,000 in Vitale's marketing services and Scott York's fitness training.

"Fat people aren't happy or jolly," says Vitale. "That's another myth. When they go home and sit in front of their TV, they cry inside."

For details on the body and business contest, see www.yourbusinessbody.com

The idea for the above news release came from the realization that happy people do tend to achieve their goals, even at weight loss.

They simply follow The Attractor Factor formula and focus on what they want.

Ao Akua,
Joe
www.mrfire.com

PS - I got the idea for the "happiness burns calories" news release while working-out in my gym. It will hit the national media on Tuesday.

2006-08-03T11:56:00.000-07:00

3 Steps To Becoming the Grand Champion of the $150,000 YourBusinessBody.com Body and Business Transformation Challenge!

1) Desire.

You must have Desire. There are tons of people that "want to get in shape" or "want to earn more money".

Do these people really "want" or "desire" these things?

Or do they "think" they want these things?

Big difference.

Actions (see step 3) always speak louder than words.

Are you doing what is necessary to get into your all time best shape?

That's what you will need to do in order to win the title of www.yourbusinessbody.com.

If you are a fitness pro and you were asked to be in a Summer Swimsuit Fitness Calendar, would you be ready?

Why not?

If you work within a business or corporation and were invited to the company swim party, would you feel proud to "deliver the goods" when the time came to take off that shirt?

Or would you wear your shirt while swimming?

These are hard questions.

Not everyone wants to hear these questions.

But a lot of people need to hear these questions.

Some people are happy where they are in regards to health and fitness.

Some aren't.

It all comes back to Desire.

2) Consistency.

Consistency with nutrition.

Consistency with exercise.

Consistency with business activities.

Being consistent in working towards your goals pays off in Huge Dividends.

It's one of the secrets of the World Class according to Steve Siebold, author of "177 Mental Toughness Secrets of The World Class".

Some other secrets from this book include:

- The Middle Class has pipedreams...the World Class has vision.

- The Middle Class has a lottery mentality...the World Class has an abundance mentality.

- The Middle Class loves to be comfortable...the World Class is comfortable being uncomfortable.

- The Middle Class chooses fear...the World Class choose growth

- The Middle Class believes their vision when they see it...the World Class knows they will see their vision when they believe it.

3) Take Action.

It's great to have desire but it means nothing until one Takes Action.

Just getting started with a serious goal that you have set for yourself will feel wonderful.

Maybe a little scary at first.

What if you "fail"?

What if you don't?

What if you win?

For a moment, think about winning the YourBusinessBody.com Body and Business Transformation Challenge!

What would you do if Dr. Vitale or I called you to inform you that you have just been chosen as The Grand Champion!

The first Grand Champion ever!

How would you feel?

Who's the first person that you would tell?

How would it feel to get off of the airplane in Austin, Texas in several short months knowing that you are about to learn from one of the greatest marketing minds of our time?

If you are into computers it would be akin to meeting and hanging out with Bill Gates.

Think you might learn an inside tip or two?

What would your first question to Dr. Vitale be?

How would you feel about working out with Dr. Vitale, sharing reps, sharing ideas, and appearing on a future episode of the www.yourbusinessbody.com DVD of the month?

Do you think it might be just a little exciting?

I would venture to say that winning the title of Grand Champion would change your life forever.

So take action!

Enter the contest at www.yourbusinessbody.com

1) Order the book, "There's A Customer Born Every Minute" at www.yourbusinessbody.com

2) Order the audio program, "The Power of Outrageous Marketing" at www.yourbusinessbody.com

3) Subscribe to the DVD of the month at www.yourbusinessbody.com

The first DVD is scheduled to ship in a couple of weeks - don't miss one episode of fitness and marketing "lockerroom" type, behind the scenes footage with a fitness expert and a marketing master.

Whether you win the YourBusinessBody.com Body and Business Transformation Challenge or not - you still win.

You will have taken these 3 steps (Desire, Consistency, and Action) and worked towards a goal.

"The most evolved among us understand that winning is an inside job. It's not about beating or besting someone else, but rather getting the best from ourselves. Winning is about being better tomorrow that you were today." - Steven Siebold, "177 Mental Toughness Secrets of The World Class."

Why do you think that Dr. Vitale is in his 5th BodyForLife Challenge?

He's enjoyed the results that came with each Challenge.

He may not be where he is today, mentally or physically, without some sort of Challenge to give him the kick in the pants that he needed!

We hope to provide you with that same motivation.

The motivation that will enable you to Take Action!

Scott
www.yourbusinessbody.com
www.fullforcefitness.net
www.bodybuildersreality.com

P.S. Round 1 of the Body Transformation has begun as of August 1st.

Yes, the fun has begun. Something tells me that this group may contain the Grand Champion of the entire contest.

Why?

Because they took action!

P.P.S. There are a total of four 12 week rounds for the Body Transformation Challenge - see "Round Dates" at www.yourbusinessbody.com.

You can still enter this round (Round 1) but you must begin now. Wait a week and it will be too late.

Let us know if you have any questions.

Scott and Joe
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com

2006-07-30T19:33:00.000-07:00

Great news!

My buddy Scott Colby is letting you in for free on a huge teleseminar with Dr. Joe Vitale!

Here's a note about the teleseminar from Scott Colby:

"Do you ever do any writing?

Do you ever wish it was easier?

Do you ever want to write with more power, creativity, and persuasion?

Do you wish you could write ad copy that explodes your sales?

http://www.fitbizexperts.com/joevitale.html

If you answered yes to any of the above, then keep reading for some good news...

On Tuesday August 1, at 8 pm eastern, 7 pm Central, I have live private access to Dr. Joe Vitale, the hypnotic writing wizard himself!

Please join our live teleseminar with Dr. Joe Vitale by registering here:

http://www.fitbizexperts.com/joevitale.html

On the call, you will learn...

- The exact step by step process Joe Vitale goes through to get a thumbnailview of the target customer.

-The precise time to introduce the offer and exactly how many times the offer should be included in the copy.

-The three most important factors of writing sales copy to drive sales on the internet.

-And much, much more...

Only 250 tele-slots are available!

http://www.fitbizexperts.com/joevitale.html

I'll talk to you on the call."

Scott Colby, M.E., CPT
President, SC Fitness
Phone: 214-505-8504
Fax: 214-459-0701
email: scott@scfitness.com
http://www.scfitness.com

2006-07-30T10:23:00.000-07:00

Question:

I understand that in order to compete in this Business and Body Transformation Challenge, I need to purchase Dr. Vitale's book, "There's a Customer Born Every Minute", the audio program, The Power of Outrageous Marketing, and the YourBusinessBody.com DVD of the Month which covers Marketing and Fitness tips.

What if I have already purchased the book or the audio program prior to the announcement of this contest?

Answer:

Thanks for purchasing the book and/or the audio program! Simply turn in your receipt(s) from the purchase (as per the rules and regulations found at www.yourbusinessbody.com) along with your entry kit.

If you win and are named the Grand Champion, we will reimburse you for your purchases (book, audio program, DVD's) AND you will win a prize package worth over $150,000.00!

Not a bad return on your investment.

I (Scott) believe that education does not stop after high school or college. It is very important to continue investing in yourself with books, audio programs, DVD's and any other information from valuable sources.

These tools are capable of catapulting you and your business to the elite.

If you take action.

Will you?

2006-07-30T09:15:00.000-07:00

Question:

"Where can I find the dvd's with all this information? What happened to mrfiremeltdown.com?"- Tommy L.

Answer:

Hi, Tommy.

The DVD's will be called "YourBusinessBody.com" instead of "MrFireMeltdown.com"

We turned this project into a body and business transformation challenge similar to www.bodyforlife.com

The difference is that we are having a business challenge as well. We want to see people transform their business and their bodies using Dr Vitale's methods.

All of the rules and details are explained at www.yourbusinessbody.com

This blog will also have a lot of info regarding this body and business transformation.

Check it out.

Thanks and let us know if you have anymore questions!

Scott (and Joe)
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
www.yourbusinessbody.com

2006-07-30T08:35:00.000-07:00

Questions and Answers:

Question:

From Jared M. - "Holy Moly, this could not have come at a better time, wow, wow, wow, COUNT ME IN GUYS!

This speaks to me moreso than BFL ever did, as I am so at a point where I am so ready to take my body, business and life to the next level, and this e-mail hits my inbox, so frigging cool!!

No Coincidences Right Joe! ;)

I have read over the forms, however it is late and I am stilll a lil confused as to what I need to do to start August 1st? Do I send in the form to get going and then send in the Body Transformation part every 12 weeks and then only ONE Business transformation story at the end of the year long contest for that portion?

Thanks guys and looking forward!

Best,

Jared M.

PS Remember this name, I am focused on the prize...."

Answer:
(From Scott)

Hi, Jared.

I love your enthusiasm and wouldn't be surprised at all if we named you the GRAND CHAMPION!

To get started with the body transformation portion of the Challenge. Choose which round (there are a total of 4 rounds for the body transformation) according to the Round Dates found at www.yourbusinessbody.com :

1) Take a before picture of yourself. Use something for verification such as a newspaper - hold the newspaper up, with the date clearly visible.

2) Make sure that you have your Doctor's permission to begin a fitness program before beginning the 12 week body transformation.

Here are some tips to get you started for the body transformation (more tips will be added to the blog at http://www.yourbusinessbody.com/):

- Drink 8 -10 glasses of water a day (minimum). Water keeps your body hydrated and helps to flush out toxins and chemicals that cause you to retain water. Water will also keep you feeling somewhat full so that you have an easier time sticking to a healthy diet.

- Perform 20 -30 minutes of "brisk" cardiovascular exercise 4-5 days each week. My personal preference is interval style training (a combination of walking/jogging) first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.

- Perform strength training 3-4 days each week. Examples include: lifting weights at the gym or at home, fullbody exercises (we cover these in the yourbusinessbody.com DVD of the month) such as military type calisthenics, join a "cardio strength" class at your local YMCA, join an outdoor boot camp class (look at http://www.craigslist.org/ and your city to find local exercise classes), take a weight training class at your local college or community college, etc and so on.

- Follow a healthy diet. Eat natural foods including egg whites, lean steak, chicken, fish, protein powders, vegetables, salads, healthy fats (avocado, nuts, olive oil), oatmeal, brown rice, sweet potatoes, and many other choices. Take a multivitamin/mineral - ask your doctor about this.

Follow our continuing tips on the monthly DVD (http://www.yourbusinessbody.com/). It will be chock full of diet, exercise and mental strategies to blow your way through the 12 weeks. There will also be lots of marketing tips from Dr. Vitale on the DVD's.

2) At the end of the 12 weeks take an after picture of yourself. Again, use something for verification - hold up a newspaper so that the date can be verified.

You only have to do the 12 week body transformation once. If you are not satisfied with the results, you can do the 12 week body transformation more than once as long as you start and stop in accordance with the start/stop dates that are found within the "Round Dates" page at http://www.yourbusinessbody.com/

Send in the body transformation portion of the entry kit within 15 days of completion(as per the directions found in the rules and regulations at http://www.yourbusinessbody.com/) to:

Scott York
P.O. Box 5084
Jonestown, Tx
78645

3) The business portion of the challenge lasts for almost a full year see Round Dates and Rules and Regulations at http://www.yourbusinessbody.com/ for all of the details.

Thanks,

Scott (and Joe)
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
http://www.yourbusinessbody.com/

2006-07-30T08:18:00.000-07:00

A Fit Business Also Means a Fit You from Dr Joe Vitale's recent blog entry

You can see me meeting famed bodybuilder Lee Priest on the July 2006 DVD episode described at www.BodyBuildersReality.com

Brace yourself, though.The language is rough, Lee's comments about religion are blunt and controversial, and the tone is one of locker room sharing.Still, there is thought-provoking material, some marketing thoughts, and, of course, Lee Priest and me.

If you want to order the DVD, ask for the July 2006 one.See www.BodyBuildersReality.comAo Akua,Joewww.mrfire.com

PS - You can win $150,000 in services and get global publicity for yourself and your business by entering the world's first fitness and business contest. For details, see www.yourbusinessbody.com/

2006-07-29T22:10:00.000-07:00

Question:

When will the first DVD be ready to ship?

Answer: Mid August 2006 is our target date. In fact, I'm (Scott) editing it right now.

Question:

What will the length of each DVD be?

Answer: 1 1/2 to 2 hours for each monthy DVD. Think you might learn something? :)

Question:

What will be in each DVD?

Answer: Marketing tips, copy writing tips, website tips, newsletter tips, how to improve your bottom line - no matter what your business is and Oh yes, a lot of fitness routines, tips, exercises that you can do at home without fancy equipment.

Scott

2006-07-29T21:44:00.000-07:00

Question and Answer:

Question: Joe - I can't find the "Official Competitor Transformation Entry" form as mentioned in the "Round Dates for the 2006... Challenge"

Where do I get this form?

Thank you!!!

Pat B.

Answer: The Official Competitor Transformation Entry is under the title "Entry Kit" on the home page of www.yourbusinessbody.com.

Click on the Entry Kit button and a PDF will open up with all of the entry information!

Thanks for the question!

Scott

2006-07-28T12:25:00.000-07:00

The Voice or the Force. Which One Guides You?

I just finished my workout.

Outside.

It's hot.

I live in Texas and it's 1pm.

Here is what I did.

Warmup (light stretching)

Then:

3 rounds or circuits consisting of

Ring rows x 20 full reps
Kettlebell swings x 20 full reps
Barbell Squats x 20 full reps
Ring flyes x 20 reps
Dips x 20 reps
"The Hill"- I'll explain this one another time.

Each round took me about 5 minutes and I rested for 3 minutes between rounds.

My 1 1/2 year old was napping while I did this workout.

The entire workout I had a voice in my head gently telling me things like:

"It's too hot."

"Don't workout so hard"

"Do it later"

"Was that Vaughn (my son) crying over the monitor?"

"Go inside and check"

I listened to "the voice" each time as I pumped, swung, squatted, ran, and rested.

I considered what "the voice" was telling me.

But then "the force" made itself heard.

"The force" is more powerful than "the voice".

"The force" will kick the #$*& out of "the voice" each and every time.

What is "the force"?

I like to think of it as that inner fire that each of us have inside of ourselves.

For some it's glowing red hot.

For others, it's simply a small flame.

Encourage it, depend upon it and it is the reason that you will finish your workouts, your projects, achieve your goals, improve your mind and your body.

It's why I call my fitness company FullForceFitness! (www.fullforcefitness.net)

Scott

P.S. Have you entered the Yourbusinessbody.com challenge yet? What are you waiting for?
There's a prize package of over $150,000.00 that someone will win!
Will it be you?

The voice? Or the Force?

2006-07-27T18:03:00.000-07:00

2006-07-27T17:25:00.000-07:00

Below are more questions and my answers.

Question - A.) Is that (business transformation challenge) something you would help with? OR do I just go about it by myself and then submit signed contractswith (prehaps copies of deposits from clients)-- I'm still lost as to HOW is the best way to build the business.

Answer - Yes, Dr. Vitale would help indirectly via his marketing expertise. Think of it as taking a class. In the class you would use the book "There's A Customer Born Every Minute", the audio program "The Power of Outrageous Marketing" and the monthly DVD that Dr. Vitale and I have created.

These tools will help anyone with their business' bottom line. They are chocked full of tips, strategies, case studies, examples, etc of how to improve your business.

These products will guide you to business success - if you take action.

B.) How do I go about transforming my body-- would this be a plan I come up with on my own and submit the ( before and after ) photos as proof?

Answer - I cover this extensively in the monthly DVD's.

I train Dr. Vitale in his home gym and explain how to use little, if any, equipment in order to get results. We cover training, diet, recovery, the how's, why's, etc of physical fitness and body transformation.

One of my other "jobs" is running outdoor fitness classes (www.fullforcefitness.net).

I just finished training a group of people for 4 weeks, 3 x a week using little equipment. All of them improved their strength at the end of the session.

Some of them DOUBLED their strength (pushups, situps, squat jumps). The secrets are desire and consistency.

C) My REASON for interest in the competition: Just recently recovering from a surgery-- ( fixing a health issue)-- has given me my energy back and developed a creative interest in my work again.

My bad health made it impossible to work with clients these last few years the way I should have been. This resulted in no repeat business / nor referrals. Infact I have not worked on any projects since, JAN of this year.

It is almost like I'm starting over again, building relationships with old clients and new ones. However, I'm a bit hesitant on contacting old clients.. due to the poor service I delivered over the past 2 yrs.

That is why the competetion has captured my interest! I felt like I was given a second chance when I awoke from surgury June 5, 2006 and I want to go and get a head of the pack again!

Answer - Congratulations are your recovery!

As you know, your health is your most important asset.

Everything else flows from having good health, a strong body and a powerful mindset. If your work is your passion then your inner fire will guide you with decisions such as contacting past clients.

Now start kicking some A**.

Scott
www.yourbusinessbody.com
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com

2006-07-26T18:56:00.000-07:00

Questions and Answers about our YourBusinessBody.com Transformation Challenge!

Hi, Monika.

My name is Scott York.

I am Dr. Joe Vitale's partner on the www.yourbusinessbody.com project that we just launched.
Joe asked me to shed some light on the contest for you.

There are 2 parts to the contest.

1) Body Transformation - We want the participants to transform their bodies and we are using a huge prize package to help motivate them. (See "Rules", which is a PDF document at www.yourbusinessbody.com for general rules and the prize package info).

So many people have asked (and keep asking) Dr. Vitale how he lost the weight (80lbs). This was part of the motivation for us to have this contest (yourbusinessbody.com).

The other motivation stemmed from Dr. Vitale's participation in the www.bodyforlife.com contest that he has entered for the last 5 years. Bodyforlife.com is a great way to set a goal and then work towards the goal - competing only with yourself to see how much one can improve their physique.

Bodyforlife.com has been wildly successful and has transformed hundreds, if not thousands, of peoples lives.

Lives not just bodies.

Including Dr. Vitale's.

2) Business Transformation - There are many people out there who need help with their marketing, sales copy, publicity, business ideas, etc. So many business fail or simply do not pan out the way the business owner thought that they would.

This is the motivation behind the Business Transformation part of the yourbusinessbody.com transformation challenge.

We know that if people will use Dr. Vitale's techniques ("There's A Customer Born Every Minute" Book, "The Power of Outrageous Marketing" Audio Program, and our Marketing and Fitness DVD of the month) that people who are wanting to increase their bottom line within their business can't fail.

We want to see results.

Use these tools (book, audio, and dvd of the month) to break all business earnings records. Whether you are a stay at home Mom or Dad with a business, a small business owner or the CEO of a large company.

Apply what you learn and watch your business transform. Take action. Get excited. Accomplish the "impossible".

In order for us (the judges) to see the improvement that the participant makes with their business we need proof.

That proof can be anything that the participant feels will prove that he or she is worthy of being name The Grand Champion.

It doesn't have to be deposit slips. But it can be.

Each participant just needs to show the judges how he or she improves their business over the course of a year.

The sooner one starts the contest, the more time to improve.

Once again, the rules at www.yourbusinessbody.com should explain in detail what we are looking for.

There is also a blog at www.yourbusinessbody.com that will contain updates, useful tips, and clarification for this contest.

Note - The blog is in its infancy.

This contest is the first of its kind so we know that we will have a lot of explaining to do.

We certainly don't mind.

Thanks so much for your email and interest!

Scott
mrfire@yourbusinessbody.com
www.yourbusinessbody.com
www.fullforcefitness.net

2006-07-11T19:14:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the YourBusinessBody.com Challenge 2006-2007 with Dr Joe Vitale and Scott York!

More news to follow...