What is a Challenge Group?
A challenge group is typically a secret facebook group where only members know who is in it, and only members can see and post comments.
It is run by a team Beachbody coach who is there to answer questions, facilitate discussion, provide information, support and motivation. The group members, in turn, keep each other and themselves accountable while also providing each other with support and motivation.They do this by sharing how they are doing, asking questions, and interacting with the group.
I have done programs on my own before and had great success, but when I finally got connected with a challenge group, I saw bigger and better changes in myself. I found I was doing better in my workouts, but I was even enjoying my programs more!
Are there different kinds of Groups?
Yes! Challenge groups vary in length and type. Examples of some you may see or be interested in, but are not limited to include:
- 5 or 7 Day Clean Eating Group Challenge Group
- Crockpot Challenge Group
- Drink More Water Challenge Group
- Squat Challenge Group
- Shakeology Challenge Group
- 3 Day Refresh Challenge Group
- Various Beachbody Program Challenge Group
- Get More Sleep Challenge Group
- Prayer Challenge Group
- Reading Challenge Group
Basically anything of interest can turn into a challenge group, they all have the same ideas and principles behind them.
How much does it cost to be in a Challenge Group?
Many challenge groups are totally FREE!!! The ones that will cost you money are the ones where you are doing a program and/or Shakeology. Even then, my actually groups don’t cost anything to join.
No matter how much of a self-starter you may be, and how motivated you are, there are always going to be some days that are harder than others. There will also be times when you find your motivation isn’t enough to keep you going, or keep you going as strong as you want.
I have read various articles on the psychology and education behind working in groups, I have used personal experience, and even dug through scripture, and I firmly believe we need to be part of a group of some kind. When it comes to our fitness and nutrition Challenge groups are the “secret weapon” to real results! These groups are part of the reason for the ridiculous success of Beachbody. Beachbody figured out that it isn’t enough to put out great programs and products in both fitness and nutrition. If people don’t use them, they are useless. When you offer programs along with a supportive community you begin to see changes. You see excitement and continued motivation, which will lead to RESULTS!
So, why do you need a Challenge Group?
1.When you have a supportive community to share your goals with and a community who actually care about your progress you will work harder.
2. You may start off motivated, but you aren’t always enough to keep you motivated. Groups offer a place for motivation, support and accountability.
3. Groups can offer you different perspectives when things get hard. They can offer encouragement and suggestions when you feel stuck. I find this is most helpful when it comes to my nutrition. I sometimes get in a rut when it comes to eating the same foods over and over. Groups share ideas and recipes that keep me from getting bored.
4. When you are working on your own, you sometimes think you are working harder than you are. Groups help you to see how others are working around you. This isn’t saying that you compare yourself with the results of others, but can benefit from seeing the effort others are putting in. I am in better shape than many of the ladies I am in groups with, but their efforts are inspiring to me and make me see that sometimes I get complacent in areas and need to push harder.
5. It is fun having others to check in with and share in victories and struggles. When you enjoy what you are doing you will keep doing it!
I have personally enjoyed the added benefits of Challenge groups and have seen so many others benefit from them. I love that I am still able to workout from the privacy of my home whenever I want, while still having the added benefits of a group atmosphere!
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