Yes ... I Said Bootcamp!

I am dedicating this blog to my Stay Healthy Fitness Bootcamps.  I recently hosted one for a
charity event for the C2BU, Courage to Be You Organization. 

Let’s talk about bootcamps …Why oh why, me oh my, that label. I mean really - it sounds like down in the dirt, give me 100 push-ups, whistle blowing, body crunching, kill my body, not so fun fitness … does it not?  

I have to laugh at that because I get asked so many times if I will be able to do the exercises, is it really hard, I don’t think so, I am intimidated, no-way … I mean look at you for crying out loud.  OK - stop already. 

I can’t speak for other camps that may adhere to the “no pain, kill my body, no gain” philosophy… but I will tell you this - I give to my SHF Bootcamps the same attentive training as I teach in my studio to my clients.  I lead a progressive workout and every body works at their level of fitness. Oh my ... never, never would I put a newbie through a workout not suited for his/her level. That would be negligent and really, I would never see the participant again …Yikes.

I am a fun fitness girl, teacher, trainer, and motivator…now put all that outside and that makes for a fun combo of ... I am going to get a great workout time!!!  The beauty of outdoor workouts, in my book is that is what a bootcamp is defined as - is enjoying being outside, changing up the routine, supplementing a current workout program, and meeting new fitness
friends. Now the day just started off fabulous, don’t you agree? There is something about using the different textures of ground - grass, decomposed granite, and asphalt that brings out even more endorphins ... it is such a free feeling to exercise outside. 

Do I watch my participants like a hawk? Yep. I ensure proper form, technique and all the goodies that a trainer provides a client ... I pull no punches to ensure the safety of those I am teaching.  So ... just because it is a bootcamp that cost only $10 per class, does not mean I skimp - No way.  That is not my way and never will be. My passion is to spread the Stay Healthy life to as many people as I can and this is another fabulous avenue to do just that.

That means quality time and quality workout.  Besides, it is also a learning experience - who wants to start out doing an exercise incorrectly and possibly being injured by that move? No way. What fun to learn it right, do it right, and benefit from the fabulous body benefits. I say that is Right on!!

So ... do I yell? Yep. Do I laugh? Yep. Tell corny jokes? Yep. Ensure everyone is having fun? Huge yep. Do I demo and correct form? Yep. Offer modification suggestions? Yep.  Is it a fabulous workout? Oh yeah!!! 

For more information on Stay Healthy Fitness Bootcamp, click here.

Motivation of the day: Exercise is a journey, not a destination ... enjoy the ride and stay healthy!

My Workout of the Day:

• ARC trainer: 35 minutes
• Body Stuff, repeated the cycle 3x
• Low rows 35lbs @ 30 reps
• Leg extensions 25lbs @ 25 reps
• Hamstring curls 25lbs @ 25 reps

My Nutrition of the Day:

• Coffee, one cup please
• Pre-workout shake
• Post-workout shake (I used sweet potato)
• Spinach salad with protein balls
• 100 percent whole wheat pasta and b/s chicken
• Grilled white fish and veggies (Yum)!

Stay Healthy!

Also enjoy my personal blog here, where  I will be sharing my Stay Healthy Life with you through my example of what I do to maintain my health, physique, and being my best me at 47!!! I look forward to blogging for you. Stay tuned for recipes, articles, links, videos, and very personal shares!!