USANA Body Rox: POWER your teen!

Written by Daniel Walshaw

Beep, beep, beep. Alarm goes off. Slowly crawl out of bed. Monday morning again. Get dressed and grab a quick breakfast on the go. Walk to the bus stop. Arrive at school. English, Science, Physical education, Geography and Computer class. Hang out with friends for lunch. Maths in the afternoon and sports practice after school. Catch the bus back home. Play video games. Homework. Do some chores around the house. Go to the movies with friends in the night. Sleep (if you’re lucky). Then the day starts all over again…talk about a busy lifestyle.

As we know nutrition plays an important role in everyone’s health but it is especially important during adolescence and the teenage years of growth, development and physical maturation. With teenagers constantly in “drive” mode, they need to make sure that they are receiving the adequate nutrients their bodies need.

USANA’s New! and improved Body Rox^TM specifically formulated for teens will help teenagers to have the power they need to be in “drive” mode at any time of the day, no matter what activity they are participating in.


With more energy support from increased levels of B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12, teens will be supported to have normal energy production and stamina…which could mean winning the final point on the sports field. The upgrade also looks after teens’ skin (we know what those awkward teenage years are like..hello pimples!!). We haven’t forgotten about the school smarts that are essential for teens so that they can impress their teachers (and trick them into thinking they’ve done some extra homework). We want to support teens to help them work at their very best. Body Rox^TM also helps with active lifestyle support, supporting healthy bones, skeleton structure and teeth. Another benefit is that their sharp eyes will be supported, which means they won’t miss out on anything in the classroom (or more likely they won’t miss out on getting to see that person they’ve had their eye on for a while). To round it all off, everyday health and immunity is supported, which is essential for teens when they’re constantly on the go.

So if your teen needs a little power so that they can stay in “drive mode”..then get them to try the New! Body Rox^TM!

Here’s to the Year of the Dragon!

Written by Ravinder Lilly

According to one UK-health research body, most of us ditch our best-made plans just ten days into the New Year – the January 1 New Year that is. So if your best-made January 1 plans have fallen by the wayside, bring on Chinese New Year!

2012 is the year of the dragon which symbolises good fortune, energy and vitality. But whether you feel that good fortune is more down to luck than choices, one thing is a given – you definitely can make a difference to your energy and vitality! And, what better way to prepare for a thriving and energy-filled dragon-filled, fire-breathing New Year than by beginning or rethinking your New Year’s resolution?

Studies show that top of most peoples’ New Year’s Resolution list is to get healthy and/or lose weight. And with up to two out of three adults now being classified as overweight or obese, getting into a healthy weight range is so important. It can help to reduce the risk of developing long-term conditions like heart diseases and Type 2 diabetes and it can give your self-esteem a massive boost, too.

More and more research is showing that an effective way to kick-start a healthier life is to follow an internet-based lifestyle health program. One study by the Center for Human Nutrition at the University of Colorado, Denver and USANA Health Sciences showed that a 12-week online lifestyle program including a low-glycaemic diet and low-glycaemic meal replacements, nutritional supplements and moderate exercise (at least 30 minutes per day) had effective results. In less than three months, participants showed significant improvement in metabolic and heart health, and lost an average of 5.5kg. See start your RESET program today and see for yourself!

Click here for a general overview of the program.

For success, we went to connect! (Continued)

We just had the last of the great 2012 kick-off events in Auckland on Sunday night. USANA’s Connect4$uccess has created a huge response amongst New Zealand Associates and USANA corporate staff – Every attendee left with excitement, energy and confidence for a prosperous 2012. This is exactly what we we’re aiming for, isn’t it?


The guest speaker, Emerald Director, Dalin Wang touched hearts and inspired all the attendees. He shared his personal stories about the rise and decline of his USANA business - the difficult road to rebuild the business in order to achieve even greater success; the role that family plays in his USANA business; setting goals and lessons he learned. ‘It is a fantastic event - Great turn out and great recognition sessions! There are so many successful Associates out there and I can learn a lot from them as well!’ Dalin said. Connecting with like-minded USANA Associates and learning from each other’s success – this is what Connect4$uccess is about!


Not surprisingly, we have received great feedback. Here are just some:

‘The Connect4$uccess event in Auckland had such a great combination of product information and personal inspiration - what an awesome way to begin the year!’
Helen Bolton-Jamieson

‘Connect4 Success in Auckland was a great start to the Usana year - reconnecting with team memebers, crosslines and corporate! A full room, we were all inspired and challenged. Dalin Wang's honesty about his life in Usana, ups and downs and lessons learnt, told with great humour was just what I needed. Several short testimonials from Associates and recognition, together with David and Raymunds's input all made for a fast paced afternoon. The corporate focus on Personalisation- each Associate matters- was welcomed news. Many took up the chance to buy the special of the day, and there was a feeling of anticipation and excitement among both associates and their guests. I was so glad to have a good number there from my downline!’
Dr Monica Lewis

Game on!

Tennis fans rejoice – the 2012 tennis season has already started down under! As a long-term partner of WTA, USANA really is a perfect match! And already this year, we’ve really made our mark both in New Zealand and Australia.

Tennis in Auckland, New Zealand

If you’ve been to the ASB Classic, you may have met our enthusiastic USANA team. In these pictures, you’ll see the familiar faces of Dr Monica Lewis and her team; Vicky Jamieson and Sue Stone; Carolyn Edwards and Fiona Clayton-Law with their team and Fiona Jamieson-Folland and Chris Folland with their team.

Samples of our new energy drink USANA Rev3 were flowing – the perfect remedy for flagging energy levels!

Rev3 Dragon Team - Fiona Clayton-Law and her team

Carolyn Edwards & Elsa Andres

Monica Lewis’s team with Monica Niculescu

Vicky Jamieson, Zheng Jie & Sue Stone

Fiona Jamieson-Folland and Chris Folland with their team

A HUGE thank you to the USANA Associates for the positivity and enthusiasm that shone through!

Zheng Jie thaws the delighted winner of the ASB Classic championship! ‘I’m so excited to win this title,’ said Zheng Jie, ‘especially as it has been more than five years since winning my last title. I had two big injuries – my wrist and my ankle – but now I’m back!’ What a wonderful win! USANA is proud and delighted to have Zheng Jie as USANA’s Ambassador.

ASB Classic champion, Zheng Jie signs autographs at the USANA booth.

Photo: Chris Symes/www.photosport.co.nz

Tennis in Sydney, Australia

It’s been broadcast on TV, featured in commercials and aired on almost every type of media you can imagine. So, if you’re a tennis lover, you’re bound to have caught at least some of the action from the Sydney APIA International. If you were lucky enough to have attended the event at Sydney’s Olympic Tennis Centre, you may also have spotted the enthusiastic individuals at the USANA booth. We made heaps of new friends and were privileged to have some tennis stars come along to sign autographs at the stand, too.

Visitors also had a fun time competing at an on-court competition. And the kids didn’t miss out either – youngsters had the unique opportunity of sharpening their tennis techniques from the world #1 doubles players, Liezel Huber and Lisa Raymond at the USANA Kids Clinic.

WTA Tennis player Jelena Jankovic visited the USANA to sign autographs for delighted fans!

Congratulations to the winners of USANA's on court competition!

US Open Doubles Champions Liezel Huber and Lisa Raymond pose with USANA kids at the USANA Kids Clinic

The USANA prize wheel attracted lots of attention too. Crowds were keen to spin the wheel to see what they could win – prizes on offer included USANA hats, USANA Nutrimeals or USANA Rev3. The major prize was six months’ supply of the award-winning USANA Essentials – definitely a healthy start for the New Year!


Check out more photos on our USANA Australia New Zealand Facebook Fan page.

WTA – New Year’s Resolutions

Like most of us, the top tennis stars made their own personal resolutions for 2012 – we’re guessing that staying healthy is high up there on the list! Hear the resolutions made by some of our favourite tennis stars from Sam Stosur, Daniela Hantuchova, Jelena Jankovic, Shahar Peer and more. In case you’ve missed the stars’ resolutions:

For success, we went to connect!

We’ve had a great kick-off to 2012 with the fantastic Connect4$uccess events. Held in Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney, over a thousand Associates attended these motivating get-togethers.

Connect4$uccess, Brisbane

Connect4$uccess, Perth

Connect4$uccess, Melbourne

Connect4$uccess, Sydney

Associates shared some inspiring stories about their personal journey to USANA success and revealed their special goals for the year ahead too. Gold and Ruby directors were warmly acknowledged and encouraged by all involved.

Hearing about the 10 Laws of Success was a major highlight and another high point was the stirring presentation by two-star Diamond Director Mr Chris Folland. Chris inspired and challenged audiences to set goals and make greater success a reality over the coming year. Together with his practical and useable insights to success, Chris shared his views on the characteristics that make a great leader. These include:

• Be a 100% user of the USANA products
• Grow a base of preferred customers
• Hold at least three to five presentations every week
• Make sure you invest in your own personal development daily
• Always be open to learning – in other words, be teachable!
• Be accountable to yourself
• Follow the USANA system
• Attend events (especially ones like the upcoming AP convention!)
• Edify, enlighten and encourage everyone around you.

Thanks Chris for sharing your insights so generously, you are a USANA legend!

These uplifting sessions helped everyone leave the events feeling boosted, motivated and enthusiastic – 2012 is going to be a brilliant year!

Next stop, Auckland. If you have missed previous sessions, come to The Langham Hotel this coming Sunday, 15th of January. We look forward to seeing you there!

Hey you, yes you! Do you know how to power yourself?

School, sports practice, video games, music classes, homework, going to the movies, catching up with friends, gym, shopping, parties, going to the beach..life can be hectic (but so much fun!) as a teenager. It is extremely important to look after our bodies in this growth stage and to develop good and healthy habits for the future, so here are some tips to keep our bodies in tip top shape:

1. Eat well: Make sure you have a nutritious diet, with lots of fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Try to limit the amount of fried and salty foods, as these foods make the skin more oily, which is not what you want as a teenager…hello pimples!
   
   
2. Take a nutritional supplement: With all these activities that are a part of our lives and with our bodies still developing, it is extremely important to fuel our body with the right nutrients, so that we are on our ‘A game’ at all times. A nutritional supplement should form part of your diet and is very important, as we can’t receive all the nutrients we need from food alone. Our new upgraded Body RoxTM is specifically for this purpose and is made specifically for teens, so you know you’re in good hands! Some of the benefits include; more energy support (so that you can have stamina on the sports field), healthy skin (to keep you looking fresh), school smarts (to impress your teachers), active lifestyle support (to support healthy bones, skeleton structure and teeth), sharp eyes (you’ll thank us later!) and everyday health and immunity (to keep you performing at your best)!
   
   
   
3. Drink water: Make sure you drink enough water, as this helps to purify your body from the inside out naturally.
   
   
4. Get the recommended amount of sleep: Now let’s be honest, this is often overlooked by us. Did you know that the average teen requires 9.5 hours of sleep per night? By ensuring you get enough sleep, you will be able to perform at your very best!
   
   
5. Exercise: Now is the best time to get into the healthy habit of exercising. Exercise helps to eliminate toxins from our bodies (through sweat) and helps to keep our bodies healthy.
   
   
6. Protect your skin: It is important to use sunscreen not just during Summer (my favourite season..gotta love the beach!) but during the whole year when outside, as the sun is harsh in Australia and New Zealand.
   
   
7. Have a hygiene regimen: Look after your skin by cleansing, toning, moisturising and replenishing your skin through a masque or serum. While you may not see the immediate results, later on down the track, you will be happy you looked after your skin!

So get out there and kick start your 2012 by incorporating these simple, yet effective tips to keep your body in tip top shape for years to come!

Professional Athletes know the secret to achieving their best – you can too!

"It is important that I take products that are safe and of the highest quality. This is what USANA represents.” – Samantha Stosur, Tennis Player, Champion of the US Open 2011, Australia

Did you know that "couch potatoes" often live longer than professional athletes? This might sound like a lie, but the extreme exercise a professional athlete endures, means they place more strain on their bodies than the average person. An athlete sweats more in 5 years than an inactive person does in 75 years, which means they're losing more nutrients from their bodies.

But professional athletes treat their bodies like temples, and they know how important it is to replace these nutrients and look after their bodies to stay healthy and fit. But how do you replace all these lost nutrients?


The athlete's secret weapon is nutritional supplements. And more and more athletes are turning to USANA to provide them with all natural, scientifically proven nutrition for optimum health.

“USANA was a key difference in my winning the gold and setting the world record at the 2002 Winter Games.” - Derek Parra, Olympic Gold and Silver Medal winning US Speedskater.

Liezel Huber is the world's No. 1-ranked doubles tennis player. Listen to why she trusts her health to USANA:

Even if you're not a professional athlete, you still want to perform at your best in everyday life. Whether you're training for a marathon, enjoying a new sport or simply trying to stay fit and healthy, you know the importance of good nutrition in your life.

Sometimes it's impossible to get all the nutrients our bodies need from food alone. This is especially true today, when many nutrient-rich foods are grown, processed and stored in a way that depletes their nutritional value. Taking nutritional supplements from USANA's Essentials range keep your body in top form.

“USANA Essentials have made an amazing difference to my health. I feel that my body is stronger and healthier, and recovers faster when I use it.” – Britta Martin, Triathlete and Triathlon coach

Professional athletes may put more pressure on their bodies, but they live healthy, active lives and reap the benefits of pushing themselves to their limit. Their secret for success is making sure they're getting all the nutrients they need. If you want to be healthy, fit and in control, you should, too.