BzBody Bits

Why is Boot Camp so Awesome?

2011-07-19T17:39:00.000-07:00

Well - the word bootcamp creates an illusion of flipping tires, drills, whistles, screaming, climbing, jumping, and just hard core, intense work!
Well yes - it can be all of that and more & also none of it!

Bootcamps are a method of getting a group of people with random fitness levels and abilities to accomplish tasks over a given period of time. Those tasks can be in the form of circuits, intervals, stations; with or without equipment; inside, outdoors on playgrounds; drill sergeant, or yoga instructor!

The beauty of these types of classes are that you can join in at any time, and experience the workout at your own specific level, based on how much energy & enthusiasm you want to put into it.

Here is what you can expect from a BzBody Bootcamp:

fun, high energy encouragement
stations
timed intervals
variety of equipment
modifications
minor yelling
encouragement from me & your group
functional strength
balance
agility
coordination
a whole body experience!

See how you can join in today!

How is the Challenge going?

2011-04-06T09:05:00.000-07:00

Come on now, don't say to yourself - I just got the email 2 days ago.. What better time than RIGHT NOW to make a difference in your day? You've had 2-3 breakfasts' since then, did you choose wisely? It can be as simple as replacing your big brand Peanut Butter, with natural, organic (refrigerated) PB - save not only sugar, but sodium and calories!

How about lunch - did you replace that sandwich w/ a salad- throw in some extra vegies - cut back on the creamy dressing, cheese, and high fat toppings?

Most importantly, what did you choose for snacks during that horror hour we all experience around 2:00 or 3:00? If you try chewing gum, drinking some water or having vegies & fruit instead of a vending machine snack, or other packaged products, you'll make it to dinner without guilt! Know where and what the triggers are for sabotage, and avoid them at all costs!

Now get onto your journal- write your items down, or log onto this fabulous site that will do it for you:
https://www.411fit.com/411Fit/Client/index.cfm

** BOOTCAMP IS CANCELLED FOR SATURDAY (4/9 ONLY) **

I'll be back next week to make up for the lost time! See your email for homework - come back prepared to report on your progress!

Enjoy this beautiful weekend we have in store - get out and get lots of fresh air, by huffing and puffing!

Leave me any questions/concerns/requests you may have regarding your path to your fitness goals.

Diet Challenge #1

2011-04-04T14:18:00.000-07:00

What better way to start of the week, the month, the quarter, etc, than with a challenge! This one is on nutrition. You should already be conscious of calories you are consuming in a day. If not, start there - writing down everything you eat in a day - amount & calories. Do that for a week and get a good average and then start looking at areas of improvement.

The area that may need the most tweaking is SUGAR - in the form of Carbs on the label. Look at total grams/serving, and make note of the sugar. Try to limit each food item to 5-10 gr or less/serving.

A good general guide of carbohydrates /day is <50% of total calories.. So, if you are consuming 2000 cal/day - 1000 calories MAX should be from Carbs - 1000 calories = 250 gr. Every label will tell you how many grams of carbs are in it, and how much is sugar. You will be surprised how difficult it is to keep that number down!

Start there, and try to choose more vegetables, fruits, whole grains and lean protein to replace the sugar. Your body will thank you!

Look at this label and see the numbers are based on diets of 2000 & 2500 calories when given the % of Daily Value (DV) if you are eating less than that total, adjust your numbers accordingly.

If you need assistance, let me know.

http://www.jjlp.us/liam/health_elp/pics/food_label_example.gif

Try this for a week - come back next week for Challenge #2

I see green..

2011-03-22T07:30:00.000-07:00

Hello - the new BzBody Fitness website is under construction, and there are many new, fun, informational areas for you to enjoy. There will be more video/picture content and Q&A for you to take advantage of. But with all this improvement, there comes a need for patience, and as you already know - I'm running low on that!

In the meantime, the workouts continue - the Bootcamps keep running, and healthy food is still being consumed. The show must go on...

Many people are interested in the right kind of food, or what "super" foods are, and how to incorporate them into a meal, or daily intake. Just think of color, and you will be on the road to adding "super" foods to your diet. The more colors you add, the more variety you will get. So, red: peppers, radishes, tomatoes, beans, onions, cabbage.. Green: Spinach, romaine, celery, beans, peas, broccoli, asparagus.. Yellow: peppers, squash, zucchini, quinoa, cous cous. You get the idea - You'll find there are not a lot of items that come in a can, bag, or box that will have the variety you are looking to get. So, spend some time in the grocery store finding these items, and be creative. A salad is one of the best ways to get a majority of them in. Take a look at this salad: can you spot @ 5 colors?

Now, just build each of your meals around colors, and soon you will find you are eating more natural, and flavorful! Skip the salt & use fresh herbs and spices to jazz up your taste buds.

Here is another meal that is loaded with vitamins, nutrients, variety, vegetables, and whole grains - Oh- and low-fat organic Chicken sausage, over quinoa. Any other protein source would be great in this stir fry- shrimp, strips of steak, etc..

Your feedback is much appreciated! Let me know what great things you are doing to improve yourself.

Talk to you soon~