Transformation Tuesday!!

I was introduced to Malenna by my girlfriend’s cousin and Elite Heat member Sharilyn who sang great praises of her.  Having been an athlete in the past I said to myself there isn’t much that she can do to me that I don’t know or haven’t done, but man was I wrong. I initially started off thinking I would just lose some of the ‘corporate weight’ gained . As we went through the initial assessment and subsequent workouts I found myself not only changing the way I worked out but also the way I ate and catered to my body.

We started off with a 10 day herbal cleanse in addition to my workouts and cleaner eating habits I lost approximately 15lbs. Fifteen pounds may not be a huge number but it was more than just the scale changing. It was also seeing noticeable changes in my body that you could not tell just by stepping on a scale. Normally things get easier as you do them more but my workouts and intensity levels did NOT . I am a working professional with a schedule that did not allow meeting with her multiple times per week but instead had to do it independently with her guidance and shepherding.




My improved physical appearance to me is a result of a new and improved lifestyle and not just results of a workout routine. I find myself feeling guilty even on my ‘cheat’ days or even not pushing myself to the max every time. I continue to improve what has already been accomplished and maintain the great boost that was received.

MANIC MONDAY - Your MONDAY Bulletins!

We have had  busy few weeks but nothing short of amazing as get into the summer season!

BOOTCAMP

We are meeting back at Columbus Circle this week just to reset everyone and make things easy. Same spot in front of the circle. Another great day for bootcamp. The weather is perfect! Hope to see you out there!

LOCATION 59th and Columbus Circle
TIME 7PM

SAVE THE DATE Sept 7th!!!

SUSAN G KOMEN RACE

The Susan G Komen registration has opened up for Sept. I know September seems a ways off but we usually get a team together and want to have enough time to register everyone, and get everyone prepared if they would like to train for the race. We always have a good showing for the race and this year will not be any different so mark your calendars!

http://www.komennyc.org/

THROWBACK Thursday!!!!

How's this for a throwback.....

#firstbootcamp #fall2010 #brooklynbridge #riversidepark #centralpark #solongago

Transformation Tuesday!!!

 One step at a time....

Weight has been a struggle for me throughout my entire life. As I've grown older I have come to understand how important a routine is for my personal success and how important it is to adjust your routine for many reasons. Though I've flip flopped a bit, I am far off from where I was 10 years ago (and about 90 lbs ago). Since starting with the 6 week boot camp in Jan I have lost just over 30 lbs and have found that aspect of my fitness routine to be a staple that keeps me challenged and excited.

Those of you who have seen me at class know that it still kicks my butt and I have to do modifications from time to time, but it's a lot easier +today than it was back in January and I have come to love the challenge of pushing myself rather than be worried about if I can make it through class without stopping. 

People hear routine and they think BORING, but if you mix up the foods you eat and exercise you do, it helps to keep your body and mind engaged and excited on a regular basis. It's also important not to be terrified of straying from that routine. For years and through multiple weight loss attempts I had brief success followed by back sliding. The problem was I was very rigid in my daily routine and was terrified and disappointed when I fell out of it. I felt that even a slight diversion was a total failure which was not sustainable. Over the last year I have tried to focus on a healthy balance of enjoying the process and realizing that, to keep things fun, I have to keep things fresh. I don't count calories but have utilized the fit book to log everything I eat which keeps me conscious of everything I eat but not tied to calories, points or anything like that. 

I've realized that small victories are important to recognize and be proud of. If your goal is to lose 15 lbs, you should be just as excited about each individual 1 lb or .5 lb you lose as you are at the thought of reaching your ultimate goal. Celebrate the moments that get you where you ultimately want to be.

I hope that my "after" pics +today will one day become my "before" pics at some point down the road. I know hard work and focus will be necessary if that is to happen but I try not to let the idea scare me for now and I am focusing on what i am able to control each day.

Monday Bulletins!

BOOTCAMP

First day of bootcamp is TODAY, May 5th!!! Everyone is stoked for the summer. Hopefully the weather holds up but we are in the clear for tomorrow with 67 for the high and 0% chance of precipitation.

We are meeting at 59th Street and Columbus Circle, and with over 50 people registered, you shouldn't miss us. But, for your reference, we are meeting in front of the fountain pictured below at the entrance of the park.

 We promised a treat for the first 10 to like our post on face book and that's long gone, but please visit our site and like our page if you are not already a fan!

www.facebook.com/phoenyxfitness

If you want to join in on the fun, but didn't purchase a package for the summer, send us an email, support@phoenyxfitness.com for details!!

We are ready to get this summer thing going. Looking forward to class this evening!! Let's rock!