It's about 7:10 as I write this and the rain is coming down, so I am am going to cancel today's class. I wanted to wait as long as possible, but I know that some people drive from L.A. so I wanted to give them a head's up.
New client orientation is still on at 9am.
New campers... I will open the driveway gate on Woodbury Rd. Pull in, and park next to my bright yellow mini-Hummer. We will meet next to my truck, and I will then lead you to where we will be meeting on the school campus.
Coop, Todd Durkin, Alwyn Cosgrove, Mike Boyle
I know that some of you have asked more questions about foam rolling. We started this Feb session with come rolling and I hope that you are continuing it on your own.
I've posted this link to and article by well know trainer, Mike Boyle. There are some very helpful videos in his article too.
Foam rolling is one of those things that we should be doing, but often don't get around to it. My advice is to make it a habit. I especially enjoy foam rolling right before bed. So for me that's about 8:00pm :)
Foam rolling is one part of the "recovery" piece of the pie...which I always stress to you.
Here's the link: http://www.strengthcoach.com/public/1303.cfm
Here's a short and sweet round up of Paleo eating, from Paleo Brands...
By the way, this is the way I eat about 90% of the time.
Effective, lifelong fat loss is easy with Paleo foods. We recommend the majority of your meals look something like this:
Make sure to have 3-4 meals like this each day. Give it 30 days and then let us know how quickly and easily it is to lose unwanted body fat, all without hunger and cravings. Until you reach your desired level of leanness we recommend you keep your fruit intake to 1-2 servings per day and make these choices mainly from berries and melons. Keep in mind, you will be eating plenty of nutritious fresh vegetables, we just want you to see the fastest, most effective results you can. This is why we limit your fruit in the beginning to help you change your metabolic engines to a mode of “fat burning”.
In looking at the various weather sites, it looks like it is going to rain hard tonight, and into tomorrow morning...
So NO BOOT CAMP THIS SATURDAY MORNING.
I'm going to cancel it know, so you can sleep in.
Enjoy your weekend, and I'll see you back on Monday.
Lisa Smith-Batchen, the ultrarunner quoted in Born to Run...
"I love the Beast," she says. "I actually look forward to the Beast showing up, because every time he does, I handle him better. I get more him more under control."
I will be positng information here by 6:30am on Saturday as to if we will be having boot camp.
If it raining we will not have class, so return here for the detials.
Buffalo patty on lettuce.
I've written about this before, but I believe that this is critical if you want to stay lean and healthy.
Find ways to simplify your life.
Our lives are getting way more complicated and there is no "off button". Everyone seems to always be on and connected. I too am guilty of this. Checking email, scanning Facebook...it never ends.
My challenge for you today is to find 3 things that are preventing you from being at your desired weight or fitness level and to eliminate them.
There are many more, you just have to choose 3 and eliminate them.
The second part of this exercise is to add 1 good thing.
Once again there are many and you just have to add one.
Let me know what you come up with in the comment section below.
Here are my changes...
1. Eliminated checking email, Facebook, etc. to 2x a day. This is way down for me.
2. Streamlined my "to do" list to something very basic (low tech).
3. Finish work by 4p so I can cook dinner and spend time with my family.
Added...
1. Riding my bike for short errands.
P.S. Two of my favorite sites for simplifying life are:
I'm not much of a team sport type of guy. I much more appreciate the one to one battle.
I do love the Olympics though, and I'll probably watch quite a bit of it.
I just found a video of some of the Swiss skiers and what they call their "Torture Chamber".
I love the quote from their coach...
Way to go Rhea of the AM boot camp class. Here she is breezing through the Surf City Half Marathon this weekend.
She even has enough energy to "do the wave" as she runs.
Needless to say the pictures speak for themselves.
Many of you because of your schedules, etc. can't make it to my regular boot camp sessions, so beginning this Saturday Feb 6 I will be offering you a chance to take 1 boot camp session.
For the next three Saturdays I will be offerring a special 45 minute boot camp session at our regular location in Altadena.
The boot camp will begin promptly at 8:00am and go till 8:45am.
The cost for one day is $20. (You may bring check or cash.)
Just bring water, a yoga-like mat, and a large beach towel.
These classes will be held outdoors, rain or shine.
If you haven't trained with me before, you'll need to fill out the pre training medical release forms here before you attend this session.
Recognize some of the exercises in this video? Looks very similar to those we do in boot camp doesn't it?
I like the part when he mentions that he has a family and works 14 hour days, yet still has time for his training.
You can do it to! Make up your mind, and get after it.
Andy Whitfield of Spartacus
Lot's going on with the Super Bowl coming up.
Here's a chance to train with my mentor, Todd Durkin. Todd is one of the best know trainers in the world and he trains many pro athletes. If you win, you'll have a blast training with him.
Click on the picture below for the details.
Click on the picture for the contest details.
Hi guys,
Time is passing quickly as we are almost in February.
So have you started on your fat loss goals for 2010? The hardest step is to just get moving. Get the momentum rolling.
As most of you know, I tell it like it is without a lot of hype and prodding.
Having been a trainer now for over 14 years I realize that making real changes in your body doesn't come from being "tricked" into buying something, or betting on a miracle.
I'm in a position now with my boot camps that I tend to be more selective with who I want to attend the camps. When new clients call to join a camp, I almost try to dissuade them from joining. (I know, that's not good for sales, but it does work for lasting fat loss.)
There is a great sense of community now with our campers. I am very proud of how much they support each other.
The morning class comes in dedicated and cranks through the workouts.
The evening class tends to be a little more "social" but they too have a great time, while losing fat.
Speaking of losing fat, the two biggest stories of late are Vanessa in the evening class, who has lost over 30 something pounds, and David of the morning class who has lost an incredible 23 pounds in just 3 weeks.
Neither of them have used any miracle gimmicks, or any crazy diets to get these results. They will tell you that the fat loss has come from consistently training smart and eating sensibly.
I'm almost hesitant to invite you to our upcoming boot camp in Altadena which starts February 1 and runs till February 26. I'd prefer if you have a look around this site, and check out our page on Facebook to see if we are the right fit for you.
If after looking over things you think that you'd like to join our community, then I'd love to help you.
You can call me directly at 626 609-7399, or you can contact me via email: stephen@bootcamppassadena.com
Take a good look at yourself. Are fat loss and excellent health really priorities for you in 2010 and beyond?
If so, then call me.
Days, Times, and Cost
Mon., Wed., and Fri. Morning class is 5:45a-6:30a Evening class is 6p-6:45p
*We may be adding classes on Tue, Thur, and Sat.. (Please let me know if these days work better for you.)
Cost is $165
I just came across this great site for creating Paleo meals.
Here's the link to Every Day Paleo by Sarah
Evening crew from Boot Camp Pasadena
Like I mentioned to a few of you last night on Facebook, I am very proud of you all who showed up last night. As I was coming down the hill from my home in Altadena, I really didn't think that it was going to rain.
I had the big hall reserved for us, but decided to chance it.
Well...we got soaked.
As I showed the pictures to my wife and kids last night they said, "wow, look..they are even smiling".
Congratulations guys and gals. You really kicked some butt last night.
I've posted pictures on our Facebook group site, and also on Flickr.
*Please note that I didn't "tag" you by name as I know some people would rather not be tagged. Drop me a line if you don't mind me tagging you in the pictures.