Pat’s School of Dance put on some great performances too – if your’e kids want to dance, go see Pat!  We LOVE our clients!

“If you’re still here in April, it’ll be a miracle!” (but the “fine print” won’t let you quit…)

Most gyms massively over-sell because 88% of gym members don’t use their memberships after the first 90 days.  If you think giving up the Ben & Jerry’s is tough, try quitting your gym. Trouble canceling membership is one of the top complaints against fitness clubs logged with the Better Business Bureau and states’ attorneys general.  One in three people will experience a billing or contract problem that will cost them an extra 3 month’s fees.  Not to mention the hit to your credit rating if you “thought you canceled it” and are still being billed.

Other problems include long boring workouts that typically last 90 minutes with little or no progress to show for it.  At most gyms you are a faceless member who is quickly forgotten after the sale.  You end up wasting a bunch of time waiting on machines.

And have you ever felt like you are being stared at in all the mirrors?

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The Totally New You Difference

• 30 minute metabolism boosting workouts that leave you feeling energized
• accountability from a team who always greets you by name with a smile
• you don’t wait, because we don’t have any machines
• no long term contract – just give us 14 days notice if you need to stop
• have questions? your membership includes around the clock coaching access
• simple step-by-step nutrition program focused on real food that tastes great

And because we are a private studio you get personal attention without the audience.

How to get started – Test drive us with a completely free personal fitness strategy session and a fun metabolism boosting workout.

Experience the health and energy you deserve in the time you have!

Have you ever watched kids on a merry-go-round,
or listened to rain slapping the ground?

Ever followed a butterfly’s erratic flight,
or gazed at the sun fading into the night?

You better slow down, don’t dance so fast,
time is short, the music won’t last.

Do you run through each day on the fly,
when you ask “How are you?”, do you hear the reply?

When the day is done, do you lie in your bed,
with the next hundred chores running through your head?

You better slow down, don’t dance so fast,
time is short, the music won’t last.

Ever told your child, we’ll do it tomorrow,
and in your haste, not see his sorrow?

Ever lost touch, let a friendship die,
’cause you never had time to call and say hi?

You better slow down, don’t dance so fast,
time is short, the music won’t last.

When you run so fast to get somewhere,
you miss half the fun of getting there.

When you worry and hurry through your day,
it’s like an unopened gift thrown away.

Life isn’t a race, so take it slower,
hear the music before your song is over.

David L. Weatherford (1991)

Our clients have been working extra hard lately, and Kym finally decided to take a vacation with her mom and children to Disney World for the week – so we decided to do something completely different this week.

Instead of our normal interval based workouts, we are doing several different kinds of Yoga this week at our personal training studio.  Monday is going to be Flexibility Yoga Day, Wednesday is going Strength Yoga Day, and Friday will be a good mixture and more of a Flow Yoga Day.

Here are our 3 Yoga Rules for the Week:

1. No Pain  2. Stay Tall  3. BREATHE

(the 2/5 is just how many breaths to hold each yoga pose)

Nearly everyone can use a little extra flexibility and stress relief, and Yoga is just what the Doctor ordered (if he has any sense that is!)

‎”1985 to 2011 – 26 years! This is it! The end of my commitment to run the Bay to Breakers in SF until it’s 100th anniversary with my friend Tony. Live thorugh this one and it is y last. Time to head out!

In 1985 I made a pact with my friend Tony to run the Bay To Breakers 12K in SF till the 100th. Today was the 100th and our 26th yr to run it. My goal was to run the entire race, including the steep Hayes St hill, in 90 mins or less.  I did it in 77:52 mins!

Thanks to Totally New You for the workouts that built up my strength and stamina. In my head I heard, Mistress Kym saying “Just a little more to the top of the hill – DON’T QUIT!“; J-Lo saying “You can do it!; and saw Lisa with a contorted look of pain, yet not giving up, which inspired me to do same.”

Oh java, thy freshly ground aroma does awaken my senses to the pleasures you are soon to impart.

Oh java, thy warmth does give quickening to the very depths of my soul.

Oh java, thy complex taste upon my tongue does give rise to my willingness to spend exorbitant fortunes to acquire but a momentary glimpse into thy chambers of wisdom.

Oh java, thy effect upon my nervous system does allow me great feats of stamina and strength.

Oh java, for the healthful benefits of thy rich antioxidant potential we thank thee, not only for the potential of years added to our life, but also for the life added to our years.

But, oh java, the greatest of all thy gifts, is in giving us thy penitants, the patience to deal with the stupidity of much of humanity, who are not properly thankful for thy numerous benefits!

For these things, oh java, we are most truly grateful =) – David Hoffmaster

LOVERS of GREAT COFFEE, please share my message so that others may know the secret joys of earthly enlightenment that Java does bring!

1 – We are picky about our clients

2 – Trust and Personal Responsibility – With all the conflicting information out there about your health, it is incredibly important that you trust your source.  Trusting your health to a system that profits from your sickness is not a good success strategy.  We are committed to giving you the life skills and knowledge to be able to make smart decisions based on taking personal responsibility for your own health and wellness.

3 – Wellness Assessment – We help our clients create personal fitness profiles that guide them directly to their most important goals.  How can you know how to get where you are going if you don’t know where you are starting?  We begin with a thorough testing process to determine the current state of your wellness mindset, your nutrition, and a body diagnostic to determine the right place to start for you.

4 – Ready Mindset – Many people have limiting ideas and beliefs about themselves that severely limit their ability to set and reach their goals.  So before setting your goals, you need to take off the emergency break, so that the effort you put in all goes towards achievement.

5 – Real Goals – Nearly everyone thinks they know how to set goals. (can you say New Years?)  Unfortunately they all tend to go by the wayside after a few months, weeks, or even days.  Goals have to be motivating, attainable, planned and written if you expect to succeed.  We have a step by step process that will help you set, and then actually achieve your goals.

6 – Super Nutrition – We don’t believe in dieting.  The word itself is a bit repulsive!

(Die-et: death by what you eat)  People overeat because their body is either not getting or absorbing all the nutrients you need to live a vibrant, healthy life.  We have a unique system that will prepare your body to get the most out of the foods you eat, how to choose the right foods for your body, and how to make those foods taste spectacular.  All that without spending any extra time or money!  (you will actually be saving both)

7 – Optimal Posture – You may not realize it, but your posture controls your mood, your pain, and your energy levels.  Motion can control emotion, and you don’t want to move if you hurt!  Changing your posture will immediately make you look and feel 10 years younger,

8 – Your Movement Plan – This is where most personal trainers start, but without the previous steps, you may just be setting yourself up for failure.  How many times have you tried to start working out, only to quit with frustration or because of injury.  You need a personalized fitness plan that takes into account where you are, what your goals are, and a long term progress map.  We will end the confusion over what to do and when.

9 – Focus on Health not Pills – We live in a culture of Over-Medication.  So many pills for every possible condition that you can imagine.  More pills coming out every day for conditions you didn’t even know were a problem.  Here is a dirty little secret – all most of these drugs do is Mask symptoms, not solve the underlying problems!  We will work with you and your doctor to fix the underlying health issues to make the medicines unnecessary.  And if Your doctor is unwilling to help you reduce your toxic load, it may be time to find a different doctor!  Doctor’s are in business just like everyone else.  It is their job to keep you well, not to be drug peddler’s for the pharmaceutical companies.

A man’s health can be judged by which he takes two at a time – pills or stairs. – Joan Welsh

10 – Long Term Service and Accountability – How long did it take you to get where you are today?  Do you think that the habits of 30 years are going to be erased in a matter of days or months?  Our goal is to get you where you want to be as fast as possible, but we want the positive impact to stay with you for the rest of your life.

That is why we offer plans scaled to your level of Independence.  We recommend that clients initially meet with us relatively frequently so you can get the results you are looking for quickly, and then scale back over time.  Everyone needs a coach long term (us included!) for guidance and accountability.  We hope to be serving you in some capacity for years to come.

Bonus Rule – be prepared to work hard, make a lot of progress, and have fun!

My favorite part of the day was getting to know kids and volunteers in the Big Brothers and Big Sisters program led by Jeff Kowalak at Upward Elementary.  We got to play some fun games, learn about each other, and let these kids know that adults Do care that don’t have to be there.

Make a difference in the life of a local child and Volunteer!

Buddhist to do list

1. Breathe

You have 3 Primary Nervous Systems:

• Sympathetic – fight or flight, stress
• ParaSympathetic – calm and relaxation
• Autonomic – digestion and reproduction

How you Breathe Directly Influences both the Sympathetic and ParaSympathetic.

Your Lungs are actually comprised of 4 lobes. When you breathe through your mouth and into your chest, you only get air into the top two lobes. This activates the Sympathetic Nervous System – which makes you feel stressed. Useful if you are about to get into a fight, not so useful for dealing with co-workers and family! =)

Breathing deeply through your nose and into your belly gets air all the way down to the bottom 2 lobes. This activates the ParaSympathetic Nervous System, which is calming. You can Instantly lower your Heart Rate and Blood Pressure by simply Re-Learning how to Breathe!

Experiment:

• Hyperventilate through the mouth 30 times – notice the effect
• Take 10 Deep breathes in through the nose, all the way down into your belly - how does that feel? Different?

This is Stress Management 101

This is an Incredible tool that you always have at your disposal!

Don’t let your circumstances dictate your reactions.

Learn to take Control and Respond Appropriately!

If you knew how many pills you are flushing into the sewer system undigested you would be VERY Upset!

Agel solved this problem by suspending effective doses of supplements that I like and recommend anyway in a rapidly absorbed gel. They are in individual serving gel packs that are incredibly convenient to travel with. No more pills and powders!

There are a number of great products to choose from:

• FIT for Weight Loss/Fat Burning
• FLX for Joint Pain & Mobility (Lower Back Pain, Arthritis, Inflammation)
• EXO for Anti-oxidants/Anti-aging
• UMI for Immune System & Digestion
• OHM for Energy, Stamina, & Mental Focus (with no caffeine)
• HRT for Cholesterol & Heart Health
• MIN for Vitamins & Minerals
• GLO for Ingestible Skin Care (hair/nails/skin)
• GRN for Detoxifying & Alkalizing the Body (“Greens” like wheatgrass & barley grass)

I got the opportunity to take Eric Worre, the guest speaker for the event back to the airport and got to snap a few pics with him. Also shown is a client of mine and business consulting partner Jacob Barrocas. So great to spend time with such high energy and intelligent people!

I am going to the world conference in Las Vegas soon, and will be going back down to Charlotte NC in about 8 weeks to hear another great speaker with this company.  Way more than just supplements, it is an educational opportunity I could not pass up.  Anytime you get to spend quality time with those more knowledgeable than you, JUMP on the opportunity!  =)