The 12 Irvine

You can’t spell challenge without change. If you’re going to rise to the challenge, you have to be prepared to change. Being someone who struggles with mental health, fitness saved me. I feel the most energized, strong and happiest I’ve ever been since changing my habits into a healthier lifestyle. For those who are skeptical to do the challenge or start on their own journey remember that your journey to a healthier mind and body is not one you start and then give up when ...things get tough. It is a journey you are living every day towards a better you. - Emily Castelblanco, 1st Place Winner, October Challenge 2020 : @emilycastelblanco #the12 #12nation #6weekchallenge2021 #challengeyourself #fitnessmotivation #costamesa #irvine #orangecountyfitness

Happy Friday!! #12nation, check out this week’s supplement highlight... Alani Nu Whey Isolate Protein This protein is only 110 calories with no fillers or additives. Contains 23g of protein with no banned substances and zero added sugars.... Contains digestive enzymes to eliminate bloating. TASTES TRULY AMAZING and easily mixable and can be used for baking! Comes in Blueberry Muffin, Confetti Cake, Fruity Cereal, Peanut Butter Brownie, and Chocolate. All Flavors available NOW at both our Costa Mesa and Irvine Studios! #the12 #12nation #supplements #wheyprotein #collagen#fitness #healthylifestyle #health #fitness #nutrition #healthiswealth #healthyeating #healthyliving #lifestyle #costamesa #irvine #california #californialove #orangecounty #orangecountyfitness

PRIZES!! #12nation peep the growing list of prizes for the 6 Week Challenge! The 12 1st Place - 6 months FREE Unlimited Group Training ($1074 value) 2nd Place - 2 months FREE Unlimited Group Training ($358 value)... 3rd Place - 1 month FREE Unlimited Group Training ($179 value) Fuelbar @fuelbarhealth 1st Place - $75 gift card 2nd Place - $50 gift card 3rd Place - $25 gift card *All Challenge participants receive 10% off pre made meals during Challenge. Descanso @descansorestaurant 1st Place - $50 gift card 2nd Place - $25 gift card StretchLab Irvine @stretchlabirvine 1st Place - Starter Pack (4) 25- Min Stretches 2nd Place - 1- 50 Min Stretch 3rd Place - 1- 50 Min Stretch Common Thread @shopcommonthreadoc 1st Place - $200 gift card 2nd Place - $100 gift card 3rd Place - $50 gift card Good Eats with Laura @goodeatswithlaura 1st Place - $100 gift card 2nd Place - $50 gift card 3rd Place - $25 gift card Jan’s Health Bar @janshealthbar $20 gift card for each winner Healing Cryotherapy @healingcryotherapy 1st Place - 1 Cryo session - Muscle Recovery ($100 value) 2nd Place - 1 Cryo session - Muscle Recovery ($100 value) *All Challenge participants receive 20% off of the Muscle Recovery Cryotherapy during the Challenge. Lorna Jane @lornajaneactive 1st Place - $100 gift card 2nd Place - $50 gift card 3rd Place - $25 gift card Craft Meal Prep @craftpreps 1st Place - $100 gift card 2nd Place - $75 gift card 3rd Place - $50 gift card #the12 #6weekchallenge2021 #challengeyourself #shoplocal #fitnessmotivation #fitnessjourney #orangecountyfitness

Get booked for Thursday’s REFIRE!! Target, sculpt, and shape those glutes at the same time shed fat from your abdomen. Let’s go #12nation! #the12 #corestrength #bootyworkout #resultsdriven #fitnessmotivation #costamesa #irvine #orangecountyfitness

I have been a loyal member of The 12 since it’s inception in 2013 - I’ve done several Challenges here and this last one was definitely the hardest for me mentally - I love the Challenge because it is very challenging and it forces you to step outside of your comfort zone but you’re not alone - There’s incredible community support of like minded, healthy individuals who are all working towards their own goals, and overcoming life’s obstacles - there’s great comradery and team...work during classes and were always pushing each other - let’s face it, it’s a freaking hard workout but when you have everyone supporting each other then it makes it a lot easier - the Challenge is a great opportunity to get into shape, work hard, have fun and feel good! In the end, EVERYONE WINS because you’ll look and feel a lot better - Jen Noonan, 1st place Winner, October Challenge 2020 : @noonanjennifer #the12 #12nation #community #tfam #6weekchallenge2021 #costamesa #irvinecalifornia #orangecountyfitness

Seriously agree. All of our trainers are great!! #the12 #12nation #fitnesstrainer #fitnessmotivation #gymaddict #trainer #costamesa #irvine #californiafitness

Happy Sunday #12nation!! How’s the new RECOIL feel? This is total body workout with an emphasis on balance and stability. RECOIL is designed to strengthen your stabilizing muscles which is key in strengthening your primary muscle growth. Just what you need to end your weekend workouts STRONG. #the12 #core #balance #stabilitytraining #resultsdrivenworkouts #costamesa #irvinecalifornia #orangecountyfitness

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Dessert using HELIX BCAAs! BCAAs (Branch Chain Amino Acids)are important to sip on while you trainbut that doesn’t mean you can’t use them to in other meals! We love using the HELIX BCAAs for this as they have unique flavor profiles. Here is an idea - BCAA Jello! Choose your favorite BCAA flavor along with the following ingredients: 2 scoop of HELIX BCAAs 2 cups water 1 serving of Jell-O (flavor of choice)... Directions: Add 2 cups of boiling water to a large bowl. Mix in Jell-O packet and stir until totally mixed.Add in 2 scoops of BCAAs to a regular shaker bottle with cold water and blend together. Once the BCAAs are mixed add it to the hot Jell-O. Gently stir and portion into 4-6 small bowls. #12nation #health #nutrition #healthyrecipes #bcaa #supplements #instafit #instagramfitness #gym #gymlife #fitforlife #costamesa #irvine #california

We know that look...and you didn’t die, DID YOU?! Get that post class feeling. Link in bio Your first class at The 12 is on us! #12nation #12life #fitnessmotivation #fitnesslove #trainerlife #fitnessmodel #fitnessaddict #fit #fitforlife #gym #gymfamily #community #lifestyle #workit #irvine #costamesa #california #californialove

Great things come from hard work and perseverance. No excuses. - Kobe Bryant Keep going #12nation #mambamentality #the12 #12life #fitness #noexcuses #fitforlife #irvine #costamesa #fitnessmotivation #californiafitness #fitforlife

Burpee Rules: what goes up must come down Get your sweat session booked! Click the link in bio to visit our website or download The12 app. #12nation #12life #burpees #health #fitness #fitnessmotivation #fitnesslove #trainer #trainerlife #fitnessmodel #fitnessaddict #fit #fitforlife #gym #gymfamily #community #lifestyle #workit #irvine #costamesa #california #californialove

10 Essential Vitamins EVERYONE needs! Most can be found in a quality multi-vitamin. Fish oil (Omega 3) and Vitamin D can be taken separately as your body can handle higher doses. Magnesium: This mineral plays an important role in muscle contractions, and is also a natural muscle relaxant. Active individuals need to focus on getting enough magnesium as it is depleted when the body is under physical stress. Calcium: This is essential for bone and teeth health. Beside...s dairy milk, almond and cashew milk also contain calcium. Vitamin C: This vitamin is huge for our immune system. It’s also an antioxidant, which means it helps neutralize free radicals that are believed to cause aging of cells. Vitamin B-12: This is one of the most important essential vitamins. It’s vital in aiding your body to convert food into energy. Omega-3: This is HUGE in fighting off inflammation, increasing brain function and mood, and improving cardiovascular health. Vitamin D: This vitamin is important for bone and colon health. Getting in adequate Vitamin D has been shown to reduce the risk of cancer by about 40%. Iron: Chronic fatigue can be a sign of iron deficiency---also known as anemia. Iron deficiencies have been linked to auto-immune disorders such as lupus so be sure you are getting this one in. Potassium: Potassium is an electrolyte (just like calcium and magnesium) that plays a role in keeping your body well-hydrated. You can usually find potassium mixed in with sports drinks or Branch Chain Amino Acids. But the best way to get this one in is through foods like bananas, and spinach. Vitamin A: This fat soluble vitamin is known as a carotenoid, and is good for your eyes and assists in fighting chronic diseases. Co-Q10: Co-Q10 helps to increase blood oxygenation and is a potent antioxidant. Spinach, broccoli, and cauliflower are high in Co-Q10. #12nation #health #essentialvitamins #healthyliving #healthyhabits #nutrition #community #lifestyle #costamesafamily #irvinefamily #california #californialove See more

Listen up, #12nation! Heading into Week 3 of the 6 Week Challenge. Remember why you started, don’t give up. #wegotyou #12nation #12life #6weekchallenge #fitfam #fitnessjourney #fit #fitnessgirl #gym #gymlife #irvinefitness #costamesafitness #california

SWEAT EQUITY...even on the weekends. Lezzgo #12nation!! #12nation #12life #health #fitness #lezzgo #nodaysoff #12life #fitnessaddicts #motivation #fitnessmotivation #fitspiration #community #lifestyle #costamesafamily #irvinefam

Protein Ice Cream using MOMENTOUS Protein! Since we are constantly preaching how important protein iswe want to give you fun options to incorporate into your diet. This recipe below is SUPER EASY and only contains 4 ingredients! It’s great any time of day---or after dinner when that sweet tooth kicks in! What you need: Full fat coconut milk. This gives the ice cream a smooth texture and makes it less icy. We recommend using coconut milk from a can here. Protein powder.... You can choose any of the 3 Momentous flavors we have (chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry). 1-2 scoops here. Granulated Sweetener of choice. For this recipe we recommend monk fruit as it has a similar consistency to white sugar. Vanilla extract. This is optional but enhances the flavor. Omit if you are not making vanilla ice cream. Instructions: 1. Place a loaf pan in the freezer, for at least an hour before making the ice cream. 2. Add your CHILLED coconut milk into a blender and blend for a minute or 2---just to get the texture smooth. Note that the coconut milk needs to be chilled here. 3. Add your protein powder and sweetener in and blend again until smooth. 4. Transfer to the loaf pan and place in the freezer. For the 1st hour, stir the ice cream every 20 minutes (total of 3 times). Then allow the ice cream to freeze properly. 5. Remove the protein ice cream from the freezer 10-15 minutes to thaw slightly and then enjoy! #12nation #health #healthyrecipes #fitness #nutrition #wheyprotein #antioxidants #supplements #healthiswealth #healthyeating #healthyliving #lifestyle #costamesa #irvine #california #californialove See more

CONGRATS to all of the 6 Week Challenge participants! #12nation is cheering you on. Week 2, better get after it!! #12nation #the12 #6weekchallenge #challengeyourself #readysweatgo #fitness #fitnesslove #gym #gymlife #fitfam #fitnessfamily #love #support #fit #fitlife #fitforlife #community #lifestyle #costamesa #irvine #california #californialove

Sunday mindset: self care is productive #12nation #the12 #selfcare #fitness #fitnessfamily #fitfam #community #lifestyle #health #gym #gymlife #instafit #instagramfitness #fitlife #fitforlife #costamesa #irvine #california #californialove

Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional. - H. Murakami. And a on your face really helps too. Keep working hard #12nation! #12nation #health #fitness #fitnessfun #fitlife #fitforlife #fitfam #progress #results #instafit #instagramfitness #gym #gymlife #gymfamily #costamesa #irvine #california #californialove

Wondering why you need Karbolyn? If you do HIIT training, endurance training or any type of strenuous activity, carbs are your main source of fuel. Without proper carbs you risk injury and a lackluster performance. Karbolyn provides the carbs needed before and after a workout without having to consume a large meal that can take time to digest. Perfect to take before an early morning workout instead of a full pre-workout meal .... Great to add to your post workout shake to help your body start repairing. AVAILABLE NOW in multiple flavors at both our Costa Mesa and Irvine Studios! #12nation #health #nutrition #fitness #karbolyn #complexcarbs #supplements #instafit #instagramfitness #gym #gymlife #fitforlife #costamesa #irvine #california See more