Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Keeping it on the "Down Low"


First off, congratulations to each and every one of you for embarking on this awesome fitness journey! No doubt about it, these next few weeks are going to be tough, but make no mistake: you ARE tougher and you WILL get through and feel better afterwards!

You have made a conscientious decision to visualize your goals, track your workouts, and monitor your diet. Here are some ways to sneak in some extra exercise because as you know, every little bit counts! Work out on the “down low” and watch that scale get low, low, low!

- You already eschew elevators for the stairs, get that heart rate up and take those stairs two at a time!

- Get more out of your groceries! Hold a bag in each hand and do some bicep curls! (Bonus points if you do it in the store)

- Ladies, put on your highest heels and wear them while you’re walking around the house to work those calves! (Guys, we won’t judge if you want to do this too)

- Keep a tennis ball under your desk, kick your shoes off, and roll it under the arch of your foot (not really a workout, but it feels good!)



Tuesday, September 29, 2009

8 REASONS TO HIT THE GYM

WORKOUT MOTIVATION

Sometimes going to the gym every day - even every three days - is a lot easier said than done. We all need a little push to get into our workout clothes. Here are 8 number one reason's for hitting the gym.

1. battle depression
2. feel good about yourself
3. stay healthy
4. gets you energized
5. achieve new goals
6. feel happier
7. build stamina
8. have confidence

Monday, September 28, 2009

Top Essential Habits for Weight Loss by Loredana Petrucci, Psy.D.

Plan, plan, plan…

Plan your exercise to ensure that you make those times happen! Mark your personal training sessions, cardio, group fitness classes, walks, etc., in your schedule guarantees that it will be one of your daily doings of life!
What will you plan to attend this Monday through Sunday?!

……And think ahead of time!


Make a list of your groceries. Plan your meals and snacks. Pre-cook and pre-portion foods.
What can you make today to help with your nutrition today and tomorrow?

Relax. Simplify your life. Think positively!


Take time to appreciate what you like and cherish about you, your life. Plan activities that you enjoy. Partner up and gear your workouts toward things that are enjoyable.
What do you like most about working out?
What do you appreciate the most about your life?

Live, Breathe, Think and Feel Fit!

Think about your goals. Be specific. Share them with someone or write them!
What are you hoping to achieve? What are you hoping to feel like and look like?
Imagine how life will be with you taking steps each moment of the day with healthy thinking and habits! Imagine you at the point of your complete fitness! Congratulate yourself for each thing that you do to achieve that and maintain that!

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Get Fit B4 the Holidays


You have just taken the first step to changing your life for the better! You have made the commitment to invest in yourself for the next 8 weeks. You have a team of trainers who are your number one fans and biggest support group. You will get fit B 4 the holidays!

Be prepared to

* improve your fitness level
* build lean muscle mass
* shed some pounds
* REACH YOUR GOALS!

Remember there is a prize at stake for the top three finishers!
#1 $300 and 2 TRX training sessions
#2 $175 and 1 TRX training session
#3 $75

Josh, Jacki, Loredana, Angie and Erin wish you all GOOD LUCK!