Make the time!

How many times have you heard someone (*ahem*- possibly yourself?!) say that they don't have time to workout?  I totally get it - Life is busy!  Throw in a crazy work schedule, kids with sports & school activities, birthday parties, church events, and weekends full of sports and it does seem like it's hard to fit one more thing into your already-packed schedule!  Not many people have the luxury of spending hours and hours at the gym each day, or even each week!  

You have to schedule your time to workout just like you would schedule any other appointment!  

MAKE the time, and COMMIT to that schedule!  

Many people do better if they are working out with a friend or a group, or using a trainer.  Having that extra bit of accountability is a great motivator, especially on days that you might just be going through the motions!

If you want a rock-hard body like this-  

You have to work hard for it!  

Make the time to workout!!

It is never too late to change your life- so when are you going to start?!

Group Fitness Classes

Is a group class the right option for you?

• You workout better with a friend or friends
• You need someone to hold you accountable for healthy habits
• You want a rockin' body :)
• You like to laugh, work hard, and have fun

You should think about joining in one of our awesome fitness classes!  There are different options and prices, so there is a class that will be perfect for you!

Class type & info:

Bootcamp- a one-hour class that works your entire body!  From core to strength to cardio, we work it all into these ever-changing sessions!  This class can be modified for all fitness levels, and you will have a blast while toning your entire body!


HIT- a 30-minute fat blasting class!  High Intensity Training is just that- it's intense!  We will be doing lots of superset's and be in constant motion in this class.  Strength & cardio will be incorporated into these classes.


Bootcamp 101-  This class meets twice a week for 45 minutes, and will introduce you to the bootcamp class moves!  Like bootcamp, it can be modified for all fitness levels!


Monday:
5:30am- Bootcamp
9:00am- Bootcamp
5:00pm- HIT
6:00pm- Bootcamp 101


Tuesday:
5:30am- Bootcamp


Wednesday:
5:30am- Bootcamp

9:00am- Bootcamp

5:00pm- HIT

6:00pm- Bootcamp 101

Thursday:

5:30am- Bootcamp

Friday:

5:30am- Bootcamp

9:00am- Bootcamp

5:00pm- HIT

Prices:

*All prices are per 4-week session

Bootcamp, MWF (5:30am or 9:00am) $75

Bootcamp, M-F (5:30am) $120

HIT, MWF (5:00pm) $60

Bootcamp 101, M/W (6:00-6:45pm) $50

Personal Training

Personal Training:

I do personal training in 30 minute or 60 minute sessions, and the number of times that we meet each week is completely up to you!  We can meet at Elite Athletics Gym, or at any place that you choose (ie- your house, the park, etc.)  The first time that we meet it will be to gather information and get to know each other.  I need to know your goals, and what your lifestyle is like so I can create a plan for you!

Sometimes a personal trainer is needed to inspire you and push you along towards your goals.  I will help you plan out your workouts for the week, or I will meet with you and guide you through each workout!  I have various times open throughout the week.  Call me to find out more information or to schedule your first session!

Personal Training Pricing:

Single Session:

30 minute = $20

60 minute = $35

Package of Three Sessions:

30 minute = $50

60 minute = $90

Package of Ten Sessions:

30 minute = $150

60 minute = $275

*Group sessions available, and group discounts available

Call Jen at 839-8186

The benefits of friends...

Friends can be amazing!  They can also be inspiring, or kick our booty into gear when we're slacking!  The latter part of that statement is relevant to our health...  working out or eating healthy can be difficult when you're trying it alone.  Enlist a friend, spouse, co-worker, child, anyone that will help to keep you accountable in achieving your goals!  Group fitness classes or nutrition challenges tend to be more successful (look at groups like Weight Watchers---> weekly meetings=accountability!)

As we start a new fitness session on January 30th, I am giving all of my clients a chance to become more accountable and start a healthier eating challenge.  Some are doing Paleo, some are leaning towards cleaner eating, and one is working on cleaning up her vegan lifestyle!  The key to consistency is that we are all embarking on this 4 week journey TOGETHER :)

Join in and see the benefits to your health!  Fitness is only one aspect of our health- if you aren't being aware of what you put in your body for fuel, you won't reap the full benefits of your workout!

Have an awesome Monday!! :)

Jen

Amazeballs Class today :)

Yes, I watch too much Guiliana & Bill ("amazeballs") :-)  

I was so happy at the turnout and energy level of today's 9am class that I had to blog about it!  We had a variety of ages and a variety of fitness levels all together, but everyone worked together at their own pace & we had an awesome time!  So a big fat "THANK YOU!" to those that attended today!  

 

You guys inspire me :)  You have inspired me enough that I'm going to try to make a Saturday class a weekly event!  (Exception to this: when we're out of town for cheerleading stuff)  The reason that I haven't been having it is because I'm just plain-old tired by Saturday... which is not a good excuse!  So enough of my laziness- we will have Saturday classes as long as you guys will be there!  

Have a great weekend ladies & gent's!!

~Jen

Kid Tested - Mother Approved! Salad Dressing!

I'm still in the experimenting stage when it comes to finding new foods that I'll actually eat during this Whole30 month of detox!  

I found this recipe at http://www.antihousewife.com/2012/01/the-og-ish-italian-salad-dressing/

and I really like it!  It's kid-tested, mother-approved :)  My daughter had it to dip veggies in yesterday & liked it too!  It's supposed to be a similar taste to the Olive Garden's dressing... So if you're looking for a dressing, try this one out-  It made 2 mason jars full, so you might want to half it!

The OG-ish Italian Dressing

The Ingredients

• 1 tbsp oregano
• 1 tbsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tbsp onion powder
• 1/2 tbsp parsley
• 1 tsp marjoram
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/8 tsp celery salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• The juice of one small lemon (between 1 to 2 tbsp)
• 3/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1 and 3/4 cups extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup water

The Hardware

• Large bowl
• A stick blender
• A  wire whisk (balloon shape if you have a choice)

OR

• A regular blender

AND

• Measuring spoons and cups
• Something to store the finished product in

The Instructions

If you are using the blender:
1. Combine all of the ingredients in the blender and run it for about 30 seconds, until everything is combined.
2. Pour into your final container, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Stir or shake before serving.
If you are using the stick blender:
1.Whisk the eggs to scramble them, and then add all of the ingredients except for the oil.
2. Use the stick blender, and pulse it to combine everything.  Then add the oil in a medium flow stream while pulsing the stick blender.  This will create an emulsion, and the dressing won’t break while in the refrigerator.
3. Pour into your final container, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
4. Stir or shake before serving, just in case.
Just for your peace of mind, between the white wine vinegar and the lemon juice there is more than enough acid in this to kill any possible microbes in the raw eggs, so there is no reason to use pasteurized eggs or to leave the eggs out.  The eggs are the reason this dressing doesn’t break in the fridge like most oil-and-vinegar dressings do, so I suggest you leave them in.  Plus, they give just a little thickness that I think works well to coat veggies and lettuce.

Random thoughts by Jen... :)

I am 18 days into my Whole30 journey!!  

Honestly...  I wasn't sure that I would have the willpower to do it!  (Ice Cream, swedish fish, and Diet Mountain Dew were a way-too-frequent treat!)  I figured that if I worked out every day, often more than once, that my diet wouldn't make that much of a difference.  That was an EPIC fail in my thought process!!  I did this as a way to detox my body of all of the bad stuff that I've been ingesting (Processed Food = BAD!) and not as a diet, but more of a lifestyle change.  Although I wasn't doing it to lose weight, that has been a nice bonus to the healthier eating!  Other benefits are that my skin is clearer and my energy levels are great!  I didn't think that I could make it through 4 classes & 2 personal training sessions in one day without a major caffeine intake before...  now I'm doing it with zero caffeine!  

 

After the 30 days I will transition into regular Paleo- and incorporate some cheats I'm sure- but this has been a great choice for me!

If you have questions about it or would like more info, I can direct you to some great sites and give you some of my non-expert tips that I've discovered in this journey!  I also know a few other peeps that have been at Paleo much longer than I have that I could refer you to... It may not be right for everyone, but I believe that everyone can benefit from educating themselves about the food that they are eating.  Food=Fuel :)

And since you guys are such sexy beasts...  ;-)

On another note- I am so proud of my bootcamper's, HIT client's, and PT client's!!  Everyone is making progress and that is not always the case!  I try my best to inspire you to work a little harder & embrace the pain (LOL!!)  Push it a little harder each time- always do more than the time before!  Make sure that you're fueling your body properly.  And drink lots of water!!!!  I'm not saying no treats- just in moderation!

I hope that you guys are enjoying the new workouts I've been creating!  I try to keep them fun, functional, and constantly changing!  Your body is probably feeling it this week :)  That pain means that you're working hard & your results will keep improving!

 

I still need goals from some of you...  I may have to bring a sharpie to class to write it on you so you remember :-)  Happy Wednesday!!

-Jen